Podcasts about realtors

Shanta's story shows how setting a goal, staying focused, and using the right support team can turn dreams into keys.Watch the Interview on YouTubeIn this episode, David interviews Shanta, a single mom and veteran who overcame delays and life stress to finally buy her first home. After discovering the podcast by accident, she educated herself, set a firm deadline, and followed through with discipline. Shanta used a VA loan, secured her Certificate of Eligibility, and worked with a vetted HBH Realtor and lender to close on a home in an affordable rural area. Her journey is packed with actionable advice, major laughs, and a reminder that your goal is still possible—no matter your timeline.“Stay focused. Stay focused. Stay focused.” - ShantaHighlightsWhy setting a personal homebuying deadline can make all the differenceHow Shanta overcame delays from COVID, moving, and parenting stressTips for using a VA loan and finding the right Realtor/lender teamThe value of educating yourself before talking to banks or agentsFunniest inspection comment ever—courtesy of Shanta's momConnect with me to find a trusted realtor in your area or to answer your burning questions!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel @HowToBuyaHomeInstagram @HowtoBuyAHomePodcastTik Tok @HowToBuyAHomeVisit our Resource Center to "Ask David" AND get your FREE Home Buying Starter Kit!David Sidoni, the "How to Buy a Home Guy," is a seasoned real estate professional and consumer advocate with two decades of experience helping first-time homebuyers navigate the real estate market. His podcast, "How to Buy a Home," is a trusted resource for anyone looking to buy their first home. It offers expert advice, actionable tips, and inspiring stories from real first-time homebuyers. With a focus on making the home-buying process accessible and understandable, David breaks down complex topics into easy-to-follow steps, covering everything from budgeting and financing to finding the right home and making an offer. Subscribe for regular market updates, and leave a review to help us reach more people. Ready for an honest, informed home-buying experience? Viva la Unicorn Revolution - join us!

Earlier this week, Realtor.com released its 2026 housing forecast, and there is some good news. Mortgage rates are expected to fall to 6.3% from an average of 6.6%. The survey also predicts modest increases in sales, prices, and inventory, but also declining rents. After a bruising 2025 that saw the housing market sink to 30-year lows, even this modestly improving forecast is welcomed news, especially as Americans grow increasingly concerned about affordability. Realtor.com's Chief Economist Danielle Hale joins FOX Business' Gerri Willis to break down the numbers and explain what to expect in 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Avery is a pop-punk band that started in the NJ music scene in 1999. What started as just Nina on bass and Janet singing while playing drums, evolved over the years, with Jess coming on as guitarist, Janet moving up to vocals and keys, and Mike joining on drums. Over the next 10+ years, Avery played hundreds of shows including multiple festivals, toured nationally, and released two records. Avery songs were also featured on multiple television shows on Nickelodeon, Disney, and MTV. The band also wrote the theme song for a commercial for Rebelle Friendship Bags. After a 10 year hiatus, Avery reunited in the summer of 2019 for a series of reunion shows with fellow bands from the NJ pop punk music scene. Though the members are split between the east and west coast, Avery will continue playing occasional shows throughout the year (it was way too fun not to do it again). I got Janet and Nina on the Zoom and this is what we chat about: Growing up together Pillow changing their minds about starting a band How they felt at shows The origins of the name Avery Recording at Portrait Studios Their connection to Black Flag and the Misfits Breaking Marky Ramone's drumset Nina's sparkle bass Getting songs played on Nickelodeon and Disney How did the band end Playing the 2019 show after one practice the night before And a ton more Click here to hire my Sister who's a Realtor in Plymouth, MA Click here for Piebald's upcoming shows Click here to Check out Janet's DJ night Sun, Dec 14 at 2:30 PM at Wonderville on 1186 Broadway, Brooklyn, New York.

103 The Realities of Business, Leadership & Public Adjusting | A Deep Dive with Jack Hanks   The Entreprenudist Podcast https://entreprenudist.com In this episode of The Entreprenudist Podcast, we sit down with Jack Hanks | President of VPA Claims, for one of the most honest and wide-ranging conversations in the industry. Jack shares decades of business experience, revealing the lessons, mistakes, insights, and realities that shaped his journey. From the early challenges of entering the public adjusting world to navigating acquisitions, leadership, private equity, due diligence, and building a reputation , nothing is off the table. -------------------------- VPA Public Claims Adjusting At VPA Claims, we fight for property owners, not insurance companies. Our experienced team, led by Jack Hanks, guides you through the entire claims process, from assessment to negotiation, ensuring you get the maximum settlement you deserve. Don't navigate your insurance claim alone. Contact VPA Claims today for a free consultation and let us handle the hard work while you focus on restoring your home or business. visit https://www.vpa.claims/ to get started!  ----------------  About the Host:  Randolph Love III is the Founder and CEO of ShieldWolf Strongholds, where he helps Franchisors, CPAs, Attorneys, Doctors, Realtors, Contractors, and other Business Owners, Entrepreneurs, Home Owners, and Retirees, secure lasting financial legacies.  He is also a trusted franchise consultant, author of the book The Miracle Money Vehicle: How To Make Money Make Babies, and host of The Liquidity Event, a premier gathering on business growth, financial independence, and legacy planning.  As host of The Entreprenudist Podcast, ranked in the Top 10% worldwide by ListenNotes.com, Randolph shares bold, practical insights that challenge traditional thinking. A sought-after speaker, his dynamic style empowers audiences to reduce taxes legally, grow wealth strategically, and take control of their financial destiny. Additionally, he is also the publisher of The Liquidity Journal, a dynamic publication for business owners, entrepreneurs, executives, retirees, and investors. Focused on leadership, strategy, systems, and motivation, it delivers actionable insights that empower readers to grow, lead, and innovate in today's business world.

Discover the secrets behind Landon Barr's remarkable success as a top producing realtor at just 22 years old. In this episode, we delve into the real estate success story of one of the youngest and most accomplished realtors in the industry. With a deep understanding of the realtor lifestyle and a passion for helping others achieve their dreams, Landon has established himself as a leader in the field of real estate. Tune in to learn valuable realtor tips and gain insight into the strategies that have contributed to Landon's impressive accomplishments. From his early start in the business to his current status as a top producer, Landon's story is an inspiration to young realtors and seasoned professionals alike, offering a unique perspective on what it takes to achieve real estate success. By exploring Landon's journey, you'll gain a better understanding of the skills and mindset required to thrive in the competitive world of real estate, and learn how to apply these principles to your own career as a realtor.Connect w/ Lander BarrWebsite - https://landenbarr.com/Insta - https://www.instagram.com/barrlanden/facebook - https://www.facebook.com/landen.barr.1/Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ljbarr123Calendly - https://calendly.com/ljbarr123/30min

Anyone can wholesale real estate!Take it from Dustin Ring. He comes from humble beginnings, lives in a rural area, and works a 9-5 IT job. His first 3 deals fell through, but he was able to close 11 deals in a month-one of which is an $80,000 turnkey house that he's moving into!In this episode, Dustin will share how he got into wholesaling real estate and the marketing channels he utilizes to get most of his deals. He will also give a quick breakdown of his $15,000 mega deal, offering advice for people who are just starting out or are afraid of getting into this business. Join the TTP training program today.---------Show notes:(0:55) Beginning of today's episode(2:44) Why did it not work out the first time?(9:10) Finding leads on Facebook(10:38) How was he able to balance everything(12:40) Average deal size(15:20) Realtors are not going after the same deal because of fear(21:05) Breaking down a mega deal----------Resources:Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert KiyosakiREI RadioBatch Skip Tracing (Code: TTP)DealMachineDustin Buys Houses Fast Facebook PageEmail Address: dringbuys@gmail.com To speak with Brent or one of our other expert coaches call (281) 835-4201 or schedule your free discovery call here to learn about our mentorship programs and become part of the TribeGo to Wholesalingincgroup.com to become part of one of the fastest growing Facebook communities in the Wholesaling space. Get all of your burning Wholesaling questions answered, gain access to JV partnerships, and connect with other "success minded" Rhinos in the community.It's 100% free to join. The opportunities in this community are endless, what are you waiting for?

Send me a message If you're posting your face off on social and getting nothing but "crickets", this episode is for you.It is almost never “the algorithm.” Nearly 100% of the time, it is three simple mistakes you are making in every post that silently kill your reach, your engagement, and any chance of getting actual clients from your content.In this episode, I break down those three deadly mistakes and show you how to fix them so your content finally starts working for you instead of wasting your time.In this episode you will learn:The number one reason your content dies in the first three secondsWhy your hooks are trash, how the first line or first second decides whether anyone sees the rest, and what to focus on instead of long intros and boring openings.How to stop creating content with no payoffWhy people bail halfway through your videos and posts, how to deliver what you promised without rambling, and simple ways to make every piece feel worth their time.Why posting without a real strategy keeps you stuckHow “posting whatever you feel like” creates random results, how to choose a clear audience and theme, and how to double down on the content that already works.A simple way to reverse engineer hooks that grab attentionHow to study your own feed, notice what stops your scroll, and steal those principles for your own videos and captions.What to do before you blame the algorithmA mental checklist you should run through before you ever say “social just does not work for me.”***********************RESOURCES : Massive Agent Society - Our community giving Realtors the blueprint to attract 5+ new clients from social media, every single month. CLICK HERE Repurpose Social Media Automation Tool: The FREE tool I personally use to automate and streamline posting content on social media. Even removes the watermarks! - CLICK HERE Manychat PRO - Get 30 days of Manychat PRO for free - CLICK HERE REAL Broker - Learn how we can be business partners and build a business together @ ΓEA⅃ Broker- CLICK HERE PLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW on APPLE PODCASTS or SPOTIFY

➡️ Want To Learn More About Partnering With Me at eXp (Get all my Training & Coaching For Free) Schedule a Zero Pressure, Fully Confidential Zoom Call with me: https://go.oncehub.com/PartnerwithJoshuaSmithGSD   ➡️ Connect With Chandra: Instagram handle - https://www.instagram.com/chandra_kaladhar_real_estate/ LinkedIn profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chandra-kaladhar-vennapusa-realtor/ Facebook business page - https://www.facebook.com/ChandraKaladharVennapusa/ Google Business - https://share.google/qh9b1dSNFPmF9AEiu Zillow profile - https://www.zillow.com/profile/Chandra%20Vennapusa YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@ChandraKaladharVennapusa   ➡️ Connect With Me On Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoshuaSmithGSD Instagram: https://instagram.com/joshuasmithgsd/   About Joshua Smith: -Licensed Realtor/Team Leader Since 2005 -Voted 30th Top Realtor in America by The Wall Street Journal -NAR "30 Under 30" Finalist -Named Top 100 Most Influential People In Real Estate -Top 1% of Realtors/Team Leaders Worldwide -6000+ Homes Sold & Currently Selling 1+ Homes Daily -Featured In: Forbes, Wall Street Journal, Inman & Realtor Magazine -Realtor, Team Leader, Coach, Mentor

Send us a textThe National Association of REALTORs was in the news last week concerning two policies. One was changed and the other was upheld.   First, NAR voted to end the requirement of NAR membership to gain access to REALTOR owned MLSs. This is a great policy change but did the change go far enough?Secondly, NAR failed to approve the required disclosure of referral fees in a real estate transaction. This is a very bad look for the Association especially when you hear the amount of support in the Association for the change. Don't forget to like us and share us!Gary* Gary serves on the South Carolina Real Estate Commission as a Commissioner. The opinions expressed herein are his opinions and are not necessarily the opinions of the SC Real Estate Commission. This podcast is not to be considered legal advice. Please consult an attorney in your area.

Most of us think we're struggling with follow-up because we aren't consistent enough, or the leads just aren't good enough. But in reality, the problem goes much deeper than missed calls and forgotten reminders.  The real issue is that most agents fundamentally misunderstand how long it actually takes to convert a lead, and what those follow-up conversations are supposed to feel like.  We expect one call to turn into an appointment and one appointment to turn into a deal. When that doesn't happen, we assume the lead isn't interested, or worse, that we're “bothering them.”  What makes follow-up fall apart isn't laziness, it's uncertainty. We jump off that first call, and when it's time to reconnect, we genuinely have no idea what to say next.  So we default to the fastest escape hatch: a cold text, a generic check-in, a “just touching base” message that signals the wrong thing, you're following up for yourself, not to bring value to the lead.  How do we shift our mindset around follow-up? How do we take the pressure and hesitation out of lead follow-up? In this episode, we break down the patterns behind bad follow-up, the mindset shift that makes good follow-up easy, and the small adjustments that help you stay connected to your entire pipeline.   Things You'll Learn In This Episode  Follow-up takes more touches than most agents assume Most clients need several conversations before anything moves forward. How do we plan for a longer decision cycle instead of expecting quick wins? Why “just checking in” messages fall flat Generic follow-up doesn't create meaningful engagement. How do we make sure our touchpoints actually reflect where the client is in their process? How to pick up the conversation where it last ended A good follow-up feels like continuity, not a reset. What becomes easier when we reconnect around the client's timeline, concerns, or next step? The role of warm and older leads in your pipeline Hot leads aren't the only ones who convert. What opportunities show up when every stage of our database has a consistent follow-up rhythm?     About Your Host   Greg Harrelson is a real estate agent, coach, trainer, and owner of Century 21 The Harrelson Group. He has been in the real estate business for over 30 years and has been professionally trained by coaches like Mike, Matthew, Tom Ferry, Chet Holmes, and Tony Robbins. He is in the top 1% of all Realtors nationwide. His goal is to empower his clients with the information necessary to make sound financial decisions while being sensitive to the experience they are looking for in real estate ownership. The Harrelson Group has been the leading office in the Myrtle Beach real estate market for years, and they have recently added a new office in Charleston, SC.   Abe Safa is a highly experienced real estate expert with over two decades in the industry. He is a key leader at Century 21 The Harrelson Group, where he specializes in helping clients navigate complex real estate transactions with ease. In addition to his role at Century 21, Abe is a sought-after mentor and speaker, sharing his expertise through seminars and coaching programs to help other agents succeed in the competitive real estate market.   Want To Level Up Your Production? (and live anywhere in the Carolinas) Check out www.gregharrelsoncareers.com   Learn more about Infusionsoft for real estate: http://www.realestatesalessolutions.com/  

If your business feels heavy, misaligned, or harder than it should be, this conversation will breathe fresh life into your purpose and show you how to realign your soul with your strategy.To get clarity on the next steps for your business, join Garrett Maroon and Kara Chaffin Donofrio, founder and CEO of the KCD Team and host of the Soul Inspiring Business podcast, as they explore how real estate, entrepreneurship, and faith-driven soul alignment can work together to create a business that's both profitable and purposeful.Kara opens up about her journey through burnout, the need for authentic mindfulness, and how daily prayer, intention, and spiritual grounding shape her business strategy. She shares practical ways to reconnect with what inspires you, how to rediscover joy in your work, and why your desires often point to your God-given purpose.Whether you're a real estate agent seeking inspiration or an entrepreneur craving deeper purpose, this conversation will help you realign your life, business, and soul.Connect with Kara:Free gift - https://www.freegiftfromkara.comEmail Kara for a free copy of the book We Lead: Building Connection, Community, and Collaboration for Women in Business (Volume 3) - kara@kcdrealestate.comFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/KCDRealEstateInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/karachaffindonofrioSoul Inspiring Business Podcast - https://kcdrealestate.com/soul-inspiring

What do foreign land ownership, national security, and elections all have in common? Ohio's Secretary of State, Frank LaRose. In this episode, we sit down with Secretary LaRose to discuss how his office is addressing foreign land purchases in Ohio, enforcing key legislation, and preparing for the upcoming election season. Plus, find out how REALTORS® can get involved in protecting Ohio's democracy.What You'll Learn:The role of the Secretary of State in tracking non-resident land ownershipHow REALTORS® can support transparency in land transactionsWhat the “Save Our Farmland and Protect Our National Security Act” actually doesHow “foreign adversaries” are determined under Ohio lawKey updates for the upcoming electionHow REALTORS® can serve as poll workers and support safe, secure elections

In this episode, Matthew Mashler of Signature Real Estate Finder dives deep into a topic that continues to spark debate among Realtors, sales professionals, and young entrepreneurs: Are business cards still relevant in 2026? Spoiler alert—yes, they are.Matthew breaks down why the traditional business card remains a powerful networking tool, especially in a world dominated by digital contact exchanges, QR codes, and virtual profiles. From networking events to casual conversations on an airplane, the physical card still wins when it comes to memory, follow-up, and first impressions.Send us an email or ask to join us on The Real Estate Finder Podcast!www.RealEstateFinder.comShop podcast T-shirts: prowrestlingtees.com/matthewmaniaCheck out some of the best vendors and service providers in Florida: RealEstateFinder.com/PreferredVendorsSubscribe to our newsletter or see past issues at: RealEstateFinder.com/NewsletterBrought to you by: Matthew H. Maschler - Real Estate Broker - Signature Real Estate Finder, LLCwww.RealEstateFinder.comAsk about joining the Signature team! Learn more about the Signature Real Estate Companies and why you should join South Florida's real estate industry leaders, Ranked #1 in Boca Raton, #25 in Florida and #336 in the Nation.  Offices in Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Coral Springs / Parkland, Ft Lauderdale, Miami, Naples, Palm Beach, Orlando and throughout Florida.SignatureRecruiter.comAnd be sure to check out BocaRatonWrestling.comLearn how to support our efforts to provide housing in Haitifrank-mckinney.com/caring-house-projectHelp Israel Now! All support goes Straight to Israel's Soldierswww.yasharlachayal.org

In today's episode, we interview two of Nashville's top Realtors, Laura Grace and Dana Lohr. Join us for our most unhinged and honest episode yet as Laura and Dana reveal their cringiest real estate tales and pull back the curtain.Featuring your host Jessica Randolph, Founder of The How To Buy A House Class™, a women-owned business providing free home-buying classes for all.Learn more and sign up for an-in person class in your city at https://www.howtobuyahouseclass.com/. Follow us at https://www.instagram.com/thehowtobuyahouseclass/.#1 Home Buying Class in the US | Accessible Home-Buying Education

In this special crossover episode, you'll hear Geoff Zimpfer guest-host The LO Down Community Call with Connor Bartley to uncover how four top-producing LOs are generating real pipeline through strategic agent events. Forget the stale Lunch & Learns—this panel breaks down what's actually working to get butts in seats and referrals on the books.You'll learn:Why classes are the most leveraged way to connect with agents at scaleHow to pick topics agents care about (hint: it's not mortgage guidelines)The exact steps to promote your event—even if you're starting from zeroFrom investor workshops to modern marketing panels, this episode gives you the blueprint to host agent classes that attract, convert, and scale.Connect with Connor on LinkedInLearn More About myAgent ClassesLike This Episode?

Athena Brownson is no stranger to pain. As a former professional skier, she sustained so many injuries, her doctors warned that if she kept it up, she'd have to have her knees replaced before she was 30. After she retired, she found success as a Realtor in the Denver area, and all was great until Athena was hit with a major medical setback. Lyme Disease threatened her bodily peace, her mental peace, her work, everything. The daily pain was debilitating, and yet, she while she was no stranger to pain, she was also no stranger to resilience. That resilience can be seen in her discussion with Max. It's inspiring, to say the least.    For more from Athena:  AthenaBrownsonRealtor.com Instagram: @athenabrownsonrealtor   For More From Sober Coach/Substance Abuse Counselor Max Njist, visit MaxNijst.org

Andrew Wild was Zillow's 60th employee. He spent 15 years helping build the portal giant before leading enterprise strategy at Tom Ferry, Final Offer, and now Lofty. In this unfiltered episode, James and Keith sit down with Andrew to unpack what he's learned across every corner of the real estate industry. From the evolution of portals to the rise of agentic AI, Andrew shares sharp, candid insights on where the business is headed—and what agents, brokers, and platforms need to do to stay relevant. They dig into: Why agents still matter (even with AI) How CRMs must evolve into outcome-driven ecosystems Where portals like Zillow, Realtor, and Homes.com go from here The fatal flaw in most agent follow-up systems What consolidation, lawsuits, and shifting margins really mean for the future Whether you're portal-obsessed or AI-allergic, this episode will challenge what you think you know about the next chapter of real estate. Links mentioned during the episode: https://youtu.be/SXKQSQVkL8A https://youtu.be/I4VUBMamHuY Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn. Learn more about Lofty on LinkedIn - YouTube - Facebook - Instagram - TikTok or online at lofty.com. Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/  

Why Do Leaders Have a Reluctance to Change When you look around today's business landscape—with all the books, podcasts, research studies, and hard-won lessons on leadership—you'd think we'd be experiencing a golden age of healthy cultures and high-performing teams. But we're not. And that's exactly why this week on A New Direction, I'm bringing on John Palumbo of Bigheads Network to dive deep into The Leadership Disconnect. If you've ever wondered why leaders continue to resist the overwhelming evidence of what works, this conversation is going to open your eyes… and maybe make you rethink the way you lead. John has spent years studying the gap between what leaders say they want and what they actually do. He's seen firsthand how organizations sabotage their own culture—not intentionally, but because they're operating from outdated assumptions, fear-based habits, or ego-driven patterns. 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The Industry Relations Podcast is now available on your favorite podcast player! Overview Rob and Greg break down the newest developments in NAR governance, the fallout from the failed referral-fee disclosure vote, and the rapid moves by industry players like eXp and CAR to implement their own transparency standards. They also examine broader structural questions: Should MLSs raise the bar? Is the NAR brand salvageable? The conversation then turns to Zillow's decision to remove climate-risk scores, shifting public sentiment, and the growing political and economic pressures facing housing, affordability, and real estate professionals.  Key Takeaways NAR's proposed change to the Code of Ethics regarding referral-fee disclosure failed—not at the board level, but at the delegate body, highlighting severe governance issues.  eXp and the California Association of REALTORS® are moving ahead with their own transparency and disclosure updates, signaling a break from NAR's direction.  The discussion raises whether MLSs should (or realistically can) "raise the bar," with Rob arguing it could undermine the MLS value proposition.  Greg and Rob note that weakened enforcement and membership incentives make it difficult for NAR to rebuild the Realtor brand without major structural reform.  Zillow has removed on-site climate risk scores after industry pushback, which Rob frames as Zillow aligning with shifting consumer and cultural sentiment.  The hosts raise concerns about affordability, generational frustration, and political volatility—warning that real estate professionals must better understand and respond to consumer mood.   Connect with Rob and Greg Rob's Website  Greg's Website    Watch us on YouTube   Our Sponsors: Cotality  Notorious VIP The Giant Steps Job Board    Production and Editing Services by Sunbound Studios

Did Zillow really offer Compass up to $1.6 BILLION a year if they'd let Zillow help "double-end" pre-marketed listings? In Episode 343 of tWiRE, we break down Robert Reffkin's viral post, what that alleged offer actually was, and what it says about portals, power, and who really controls the consumer relationship in today's real estate market. Then we zoom out to everything shaking the 2025 housing market this week: Zillow quietly scrubbing climate-risk scores from listings, new pushes for referral-fee transparency, and fresh affordability data showing just how hard it is to rent or buy on a normal income. In this episode, we cover: Compass vs. Zillow Reffkin's claim that Zillow dangled a $1.3–$1.6B "revenue uplift" if Compass let the portal route every buyer to a Compass buyer's agent on pre-marketed listings. Why Compass says it walked away, what this means for double-ending deals, and how real estate agents should talk about this with their own buyers and sellers. Zillow pulls climate data Why climate-risk scores vanished from listings. MLS complaints about accuracy versus buyers' right to know about flood, fire, and heat risk. What this change means for consumer trust, disclosure, and liability going forward. Referral fees and fine print  How the California Association of Realtors is rewriting forms to spotlight referral fees after NAR's failed vote. Why big brokerages are rolling out their own enhanced referral-fee disclosures anyway, and what smart agents should be doing now. Affordability crisis check-in New numbers showing the typical retail worker earns tens of thousands less than they need to afford the typical apartment. A construction labor crunch that is driving up costs, slowing new-home delivery, and deepening the housing affordability crisis. How labor, regulation, and rent burdens are colliding to keep housing out of reach for many renters and first-time buyers. Prices, new construction, and buyer regret Zillow data showing record-level price cuts and what that really means for sellers who still want "spring 2022 money." New-construction's price premium dropping to a record-low 10.2% and why builders are suddenly some of the most motivated sellers in the market. Buyer's remorse falling sharply as days on market stretch, contingencies come back, and buyers get more time to think. Contracts, cancellations, and mortgage rates About 15% of October home-purchase contracts falling through and where cancellations are clustering. Mortgage rates finally ticking lower, why demand barely moved, and what to watch as markets react to the next round of economic news. Whether you're an agent, buyer, seller, or real estate investor, this episode is all about power and pressure in today's market: who controls the listings, who controls the fees, and who is getting squeezed on the ground. 

By every safe, logical metric, Amal should've stayed put. She had a steady salary as a real estate paralegal, a young son to raise, and a clear path inside law firms and a developer's office. Leaving that safety net for full-time commission work felt risky, even reckless.Her strategy now looks simple from the outside. She mixed a finance and marketing degree with nearly a decade of real estate law, added a blended family of four boys, and layered on raw, unpolished social media. The result is a client-first business that runs on referrals, trust, and a growing online audience that feels like it already knows her.Amal grew up in the southwest suburbs of Chicago, raised in a tight Palestinian family that planted deep roots in places like Orland Park and Bridgeview. Arabic was her first language. She went to Islamic school in a Muslim Arab community that has grown over the years, and she loves watching new businesses and families take shape there. Today she still lives in the area, now fluent in both English and Arabic, and serves buyers, sellers, investors, and commercial clients in the southwestern and western suburbs.Before she ever held an open house, Amal spent almost 10 years as a real estate paralegal. She worked at small firms, big downtown firms, and later for a developer. She learned contracts, procedures, short sales, foreclosures, and how deals fall apart. The role paid well and felt safe, especially when she was a single mom. She studied for her license anyway, telling herself that one day she'd make the leap to being a full-time broker.That leap came in 2018, pushed in part by her husband. By then they were married, and he kept repeating the same line: you're good at this, you know more than most agents, you should just do it. He promised to cover the gap while she got off the salary treadmill. Amal admits she was scared. Her first full year in real estate, she closed only four or five deals. But she stayed in, leaned on her paralegal skill set, and let time and relationships do their work.From the start, Amal refused to pretend she was for everyone. Some clients don't match her style or values, and she's learned not to chase them. She reminds herself that real estate is a service business, and that her client's goals have to sit above her commission. That's why she has told buyers to walk away from deals after bad inspections or red flags with associations. “They're going to remember that you looked out for them,” she says, and they'll tell their friends and family who actually did the protecting.This client-first stance shapes how she grows. Instead of cold scripts and hard closes, Amal built around people who already trusted her: family, friends, her local community, and the network she gained from years inside law offices. Her legal background lets her explain the process at a different level, and her calm during the messy parts of a deal turns into five-star Google reviews and quiet referrals. Over time, that turned her business into a mostly referral-based practice and helped her earn top producer status and a Rising Star Award from the Chicago Association of Realtors in 2020.Social media came later and did not come easy. Amal didn't like being on camera. She hated the sound of her own voice and spent hours recording and deleting videos. Her husband pushed again, calling social media a free tool and “the new wave” where people search for everything. At first she did the standard “just closed” posts. They showed that she was busy, but felt boring even to her. The shift happened when she stopped chasing perfect lighting and started sharing real life.One early reel tells the story. Her teenage son insisted she was a boomer. Amal, born in 1985, tried to explain that she's an elder millennial, not part of her parents' generation. He didn't buy it. She ranted on Instagram about...

Send us a textYou can find Pamela online at https://pamelacass.com/Her podcast, Reignite Resilience is available at https://reigniteresilience.com/ or on your favorite podcast app.Dyslexia Journey has conversations and explorations to help you support the dyslexic child in your life. Content includes approaches, tips, and interviews with a range of guests from psychologists to educators to people with dyslexia. Increase your understanding and connection with your child as you help them embrace their uniqueness and thrive on this challenging journey!Send us your questions, comments, and guest suggestions to parentingdyslexiajourney@gmail.comAlso check out our YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@ParentingDyslexiaJourney

How would you feel about taking 50 years to pay off a home loan? For many people, the firstreaction might be, “Will I even live that long?” Yet 50-year mortgages are starting to circulateas a possible way to make homeownership more affordable. Smart idea or something to steerclear of? Two of our expert Realtors at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties—PatKarley and Blake Fason are here to spell out the potential upsides and drawbacks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For years, we've been taught that SEO was the key to being found online, write the blogs, keep the website fresh, get your backlinks, and trust the process. But there's a new shift happening in real estate that most agents haven't caught onto yet.  AEO, or Answer Engine Optimization, is quietly becoming more powerful than traditional SEO. And it makes perfect sense. Buyers and sellers aren't searching the way they used to. They're asking full questions out loud into their phones, their cars, and their AI tools. They don't want links…they want answers.  AEO is built for exactly that. It rewards the agents who show up with real answers to real questions, not just blog posts stuffed with keywords. It's the reason some agents are suddenly popping up in AI overviews, even if their websites aren't the "best ranked." How do we set ourselves up for success with AEO? How can we take AI to the next level?  In this episode, I'm joined by digital marketing expert, StoryBrand Certified Guide, and the founder of Changescape Web, Ken Tucker.   We talk about what this shift means for real estate pros: why AEO is winning, how zero-click search is changing consumer behavior, and why some of the platforms we stopped paying attention to, like Yelp and Bing Places, are becoming essential again.   Things You'll Learn In This Episode  Yelp and Bing Places matter more than you think LLMs pull their local business data from platforms most agents ignore. What opportunities open up when our Yelp and Bing profiles are fully optimized and feeding the AI tools directly? Zero-click search is reshaping how people choose agents Consumers are getting everything they need in the AI overview, no clicks required. How do we stand out when the decision is made before they ever reach our sites? Your FAQs are the new fuel for visibility AI tools elevate the agents who answer specific buyer and seller questions clearly and consistently. How do we build a robust FAQ ecosystem? Speed-to-lead is being rewritten by AI phone systems. AI voice assistants respond instantly and book appointments before a human can even glance at their phone. How would this impact our conversion rates?   About the Guest Ken Tucker is a Fractional CMO and Marketing Solution Architect, StoryBrand Certified Guide, marketing expert, speaker, and President and Founder of Changescape Web. Changescape Web was founded in 2005. Many businesses struggle to be found online. Changescape Web builds websites that generate customers so their clients can grow and thrive. They specialize in digital marketing: marketing strategy, website design, search engine optimization (SEO), social media marketing, content marketing, lead generation, and marketing automation. To learn more, head to https://changescapeweb.com/ or follow @changescape on Instagram.    About Your Host Marki Lemons Ryhal is a ​​Licensed Managing Broker, REALTOR®, and avid volunteer.  She is a dynamic keynote speaker and workshop facilitator, both on-site and virtual; she's the go-to expert for artificial Intelligence, entrepreneurship, and social media in real estate. Marki Lemons Ryhal is dedicated to all things real estate, and with 25+ years of marketing experience, Marki has taught over 250,000 REALTORS® how to earn up to a 2682% return on their marketing dollars. Marki's expertise has been featured in Forbes, the Washington Post, Homes.com, and REALTOR® Magazine.   Subscribe, Rate & Review Check out this episode on our website, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify, and don't forget to leave a review if you like what you heard. Your review feeds the algorithm, so our show reaches more people. Thank you!     

Cyrus Mohseni is a rare blend of real estate executive, award winning entrepreneur, life coach, speaker, and philanthropist, and this conversation digs into the mindset and momentum behind his success. Known for his relentless drive, unwavering integrity, and commitment to personal growth, Cyrus has become one of the most respected voices in modern leadership. His work spans industries with impact and intention, and his story sets the tone for a powerful episode.His achievements speak for themselves. Cyrus has earned the Inman Future Leaders Award, NAR's 30 Under 30 recognition, the Rising Star Award from the California Association of Realtors, and a seat on the Forbes Real Estate Council. He built The Keystone Team into one of the fastest growing companies in the world and launched Giving Football, a nonprofit bringing training gear, fitness, nutritional education, and life skills to youth in orphanages around the globe. His award winning marketing strategies and values-driven leadership have made him a standout figure in every space he enters.In this episode, Cyrus opens up about the principles and experiences that shaped his path while offering the kind of clarity and perspective only someone operating at this level can deliver. He also shares insights from hosting The Butterfly Mindset, his top ranked podcast focused on mindset, leadership, and entrepreneurship. This is an honest and energizing look at what it takes to build, lead, and create lasting impact in a world moving faster than ever.

In this weeks episode; A rare host-on-host showdown, Steve and Michelle turn the mics on each other and dish out the stories, quirks, and questions they usually save for their guests. It's unfiltered, unpredictable, and surprisingly revealing. A behind-the-scenes look at the duo that keeps Dripping Springs talking. There's a few tears, some hard life lessons, and a pulling back of the curtain into what makes them both get out of bed every day. Stories that deserve to be told! Based in Dripping Springs, Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis invite you into their world of engaging conversations with guests who bring fresh ideas, humor, and wisdom to the table. They dive into everything from life's absurdities to community quirks, adding their signature twist of small-town charm and bold candor. Think of them as the funny neighbors with the best stories, the ones who always tell it like it is. With a healthy dose of Hill Country spirit, they explore local gossip and topics that connect us all—proving you don't need to be famous to be extraordinary; you just need a microphone and the courage to share your voice. Every episode is a mix of laughter, insight, and connection, making this podcast one you won't want to miss! Send us a textSupport the show Looking for the best Realtor in Dripping Springs? The #1 choice is the Mallett Integrity Team, led by Steve Mallett. Local expertise, integrity, and results-driven service— Cedric Mills, Carlisle Kennedy, Maury Boyd, and Michelle Lewis. SouthStar Bank a tradition of full-service community banking for over 100 years. Your neighborhood Bank. www.southstarbank.com The Deep Eddy Vodka Tasting Room is in the Texas Hill Country just outside Austin, TX. The venue welcomes over 75,000 visitors annually and sits within the former bottling plant. Family Friendly Fun in the Hill Country! events@deepeddyvodka.com Jovie Belterra-Nestled within the Belterra community, discover your path to joy and wellness at the exquisite 55+ apartment community. Follow us, leave a review, TELL A FRIEND!AppleInstagramWebsite...

Our guest for episode twenty-two is Lauren Farwell, a 20 under 40 recipient, discusses her journey from being a kindergarten teacher to a real estate agent and property manager. Born and raised in Manhattan, she studied at KU and K-State, earning a degree in elementary education. Lauren transitioned to real estate for flexibility, allowing her to spend more time with her three children. She is involved in community activities, including being the board president of the Wonder Workshop Children's Museum and the community outreach chair for the Flint Hills Association of Realtors. Lauren emphasizes the importance of community involvement and shares her passion for true crime podcasts and her unique family pet history.

A fast-moving story surrounding 19-year-old former Georgia GOP assistant secretary Ja'Quon Stembridge, whose sudden resignation made headlines after a vigilante sting video swept across social media. Ron spoke directly with "Angelus" of Street Sweepers TV, who explains how his group's decoy operation unfolded and why the encounter escalated the way it did. Later, Ron brings on Eric from Blue Georgia, who shares how GOP leadership reacted—and why his posts quickly drew blocks from party officials. The episode shifts to national news as Ron caught up with CBS News White House reporter Stacy Lyn for an update on the tragic National Guard shooting in Washington, D.C., and the political finger-pointing now underway. His opinion: the blame goes back all the way to Trump 1.0.Fresh developments in South Carolina, where Rep. Nancy Mace faces upheaval inside her own campaign team. Home sellers are de-listing at record pace in and around metro Atlanta, and Ron (who's also a REALTOR) has some insights, plus with Six Flags over Georgia pulling the plug on "Holiday in the Park" comes some alternate festive spots throughout the state, including Stone Mountain Park. Tune in to catch the Ron Show weekdays from 4-6pm Eastern time on Georgia NOW! Grab the app or listen online at heargeorgianow.com.#HearGeorgiaNow #TheRonShow #StreetSweepersTV #BlueGeorgia #NancyMace #GeorgiaPolitics #GAGOP #NationalGuard #AtlantaNews #PoliticalNews

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➡️ Want To Learn More About Partnering With Me at eXp (Get all my Training & Coaching For Free) Schedule a Zero Pressure, Fully Confidential Zoom Call with me: https://go.oncehub.com/PartnerwithJoshuaSmithGSD   ➡️ Connect With Me On Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoshuaSmithGSD Instagram: https://instagram.com/joshuasmithgsd/   About Joshua Smith: -Licensed Realtor/Team Leader Since 2005 -Voted 30th Top Realtor in America by The Wall Street Journal -NAR "30 Under 30" Finalist -Named Top 100 Most Influential People In Real Estate -Top 1% of Realtors/Team Leaders Worldwide -6000+ Homes Sold & Currently Selling 1+ Homes Daily -Featured In: Forbes, Wall Street Journal, Inman & Realtor Magazine -Realtor, Team Leader, Coach, Mentor

Fearless Agent Coach & Founder Bob Loeffler shares his insights on How to Make Even More Money by Referring Out Your Buyers and how it's making his Fearless Agent Coaching Students rich! Fearless Agent Coaching is the Highest Results Producing Real Estate Sales Training and Coaching Program in the Industry and we can prove it will work for you if it's a good fit! Call us today at 480-385-8810 to see if it may be  good fit for you! Telephone Prospecting for Realtors means Cold Calling, Door knocking, Calling for Sale By Owners, Calling Expired Listings, Calling your Sphere of Influence, Farming, Holding Open Houses, but Fearless Agent Coaching Students di all of these completely differently and get massively better results! Find out how! Listen in each week as Bob gives an overview and explains the big ideas behind making big money as a Fearless Agent! If you are earning less selling real estate than you wish you were, and you're open to the idea of having some help, We are here for you! You will never again be in a money making situation with a Buyer, Seller or Investor and not have the right words! You will be very confident! You will be a Fearless Agent! Call Bob anytime for more information about Fearless Agent Coaching for Agents, Fearless Agent Recruiting Training for Broker/Owners, or hiring Bob as a Speaker for your next Event! Call today 480-385-8810 - or go to https://fearlessagent.com Telephone Prospecting for Realtors means Cold Calling, Door knocking, Calling for Sale By Owners, Calling Expired Listings, Calling your Sphere of Influence, Farming, Holding Open Houses, Spin Selling, but Fearless Agent Coaching Students do all of these completely differently and get massively better results! Find out how! Are You an Owner of a Real Estate Company - need help Recruiting Producing Agents - Call today! 480-385-8810 and go to FearlessAgentRecruiting.com and watch our Recruiting Video Real Estate Coaching training Real estate training real estate coaching real estate speaker real estate coach real estate sales sales training realtor realtor training realtor coach realtor coaching realtor sales coaching realtor recruiting real estate agent real estate broker realtor prospecting real estate prospecting prospecting for listings calling expired listings calling for sale by owners realtor success Best Realtor Coach Best Real Estate Coach Spin SellingSupport the show: https://fearlessagent.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A couple was found guilty of orchestrating a phony real estate showing to abduct and murder an agent, as well as attempt to kill her boyfriend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We recently sat down with Jenni Bonura, President & CEO of Harry Norman, REALTORS®, Atlanta's premier luxury real estate firm, for an exclusive deep dive into the massive success and strategic impact of their fifth annual HN Cares initiative. Bonura shared her leadership insights on how impactful philanthropy drives business success and reinforces core company values in the highly competitive Metro Atlanta market. * Balancing Scale and Depth: Bonura discussed the strategic challenge of achieving high-volume impact(supporting over 1,500 Metro Atlanta families) while ensuring deep, meaningful assistance to core partners like Ronald McDonald House Atlanta (RMHA) and The Sandwich Project. The solution? Empowering individual offices to choose local non-profits for deeper engagement.
 * Philanthropy as Agent Retention: The HN Cares initiative, led by the Impact Council, is crucial for internal culture. Bonura explained how these philanthropic efforts reinforce the firm's people-centric values, confirming that the commitment to community service is a key driver for agent recruitment and retention in the competitive Metro Atlanta real estate space. * Measuring True ROI (Return on Investment): Beyond the simple metrics of "families supported," the interview explored how Harry Norman measures the true success of HN Cares. Bonura confirmed that the firm tracks metrics related to brand affinity, community perception, and the long-term sustainability of their impactful partnerships. * Luxury Identity & Core Needs: How does an initiative focused on core community needs, like addressing food scarcity and family support, strengthen the luxury brand identity? Bonura highlighted that genuine, purpose-driven initiatives showcase the firm's integrity and differentiate Harry Norman within the high-end market, proving that impact and luxury are not mutually exclusive. * The Future of HN Cares: Looking beyond the record-breaking delivery of 6,321 care kits to RMHA since 2022, Bonura previewed the strategic evolution of the initiative, hinting at deepening relationships through skill-based volunteering and potentially incorporating a mentorship element leveraging the success of their top agents. Bonura concluded by sharing a valuable leadership lesson learned from the hands-on involvement of her team: HN Cares highlights the fundamental core values of Harry Norman, REALTORS®—integrity, dedication, and community—in ways that simple business metrics never could. Web: www.harryNorman.com Harry Norman, REALTORS®, Atlanta and North Georgia's premier luxury real estate firm, proudly announces the successful completion of its fifth annual Harry Norman Cares initiative! This year, over 100 dedicated Harry Norman agents and employees significantly boosted their impact across the Metro Atlanta community. This marks the fourth consecutive year that Harry Norman, REALTORS® partnered with Ronald McDonald House Atlanta (RMHA) as the cornerstone of their community efforts. * 1,520 Care Kits Donated: Agents and employees packaged and delivered a total of 1,520 essential care kits for RMHA families. These kits, filled with "Personal Care," "Laundry Essentials," and "Grab-and-Go Snacks," provide crucial support to families staying near their sick children. * 6,321 Total Kits: With this year's contribution, Harry Norman, REALTORS® has donated an incredible 6,321 care kits to Ronald McDonald House Atlanta since 2022, demonstrating a deep, sustained commitment. Celebrating its 95th anniversary, Harry Norman expanded its giving by empowering each local office to select a charity, connecting agents even more closely with their specific communities. Jenni Bonura, President & CEO of Harry Norman, REALTORS®, stated, "We considered how we could make an even greater impact on the Metro Atlanta community... serving as an opportunity to connect even further with those in need within their communities.” Highlights of Local Office Volunteer Efforts: * North Office: Supported local shelter animals by volunteering with FurKids, the largest cage-free, no-kill shelter in the Southeast. * Atlanta Perimeter Office: Tackled food scarcity by making sandwiches for The Sandwich Project for distribution to Atlantans in need. * East Cobb Office: Held a Silent Auction benefiting Canine Assistants (service dogs) and The Orange Duffel Bag Initiative (supporting Georgia students in need). * Intown Office: Contributed to urban green space through a clean-up effort at a BeltLine Connector Volunteer Day. * Woodstock Office: Sponsored Parent Night at Carmel Elementary School, preparing and serving 600 meals to students and parents. Harry Norman, REALTORS® continues to set the standard for corporate responsibility, demonstrating that its commitment to the community is as strong as its legacy in the luxury real estate market. Meet Ash Brown, the dynamic American powerhouse and motivational speaker dedicated to fueling your journey toward personal and professional success. Recognized as a trusted voice in personal development, Ash delivers uplifting energy and relatable wisdom across every platform. Why Choose Ash? Ash Brown stands out as an influential media personality due to her Authentic Optimism and commitment to providing Actionable Strategies. She equips audiences with the tools necessary to create real change and rise above challenges. Seeking inspiration? Ash Brown is your guide to turning motivation into measurable action. 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Lisa Miller has the tables turned on her in this podcast where she's the guest, in this originally-aired episode of the InsuredMine podcast with CEO and host Raution Jaiswal.  The former Florida Deputy Insurance Commissioner discusses her career and the evolving insurance landscape – both here in Florida and nationally – and how to decode it. The discussion covers litigation reforms, market stability, Citizens Property Insurance depopulation, and other legislative actions in Florida that are restoring consumer confidence and attracting private insurance companies. They also touch on national trends like parametric insurance, the rise of artificial intelligence in underwriting and claims, and the impact of the National Flood Insurance Program shutdown on real estate closings.Show Notes (For full Show Notes, visit https://lisamillerassociates.com/episode-61-the-evolving-insurance-landscape/) Lisa Miller shared her extensive experience in the insurance industry, spanning 35 years, and her work with various stakeholders, including agents, contractors, disaster recovery experts, Realtors®, and insurance company executives.  She recounted her first exposure to catastrophes during 1992's Hurricane Andrew, which shaped her career and commitment to helping policyholders, and her expanding role in disaster recovery today.Miller shared her views and provided insights on:  Litigation Reform & Market Stability: How recent legislative actions in Florida are restoring consumer confidence and attracting private insurance companies back to the state. The Citizens Property Insurance Corporation's Depopulation Strategy: The push to move policies from government-run insurance to private markets for long-term sustainability.  The strategy has reduced policies from over 1.5 million to under 500,000. National Trends: The rise of parametric insurance and its potential to revolutionize the flood insurance space; how states such as Louisiana and California are rethinking risk and resilience; concerns of northeastern states about rising water levels; and the importance of attracting young, innovative professionals to the insurance industry to drive future growth and innovation. Innovation & Artificial Intelligence: Why AI isn't a threat but a tool – if used responsibly – to make underwriting and claims smarter.  Miller emphasized the importance of AI in improving efficiency and consumer confidence, emphasizing its potential as a tool rather than a threat.  She discussed a recent Florida legislative committee meeting devoted to AI and its use in insurance claims, including a subsequent bill filed in the January 2026 legislative session that would require human reviews of insurance claim denials. The podcast had its light moments, as well.  “I often laugh and say that when people see me coming, particularly in the halls of the Capitol of Florida, they either run toward me or they run the other way, because those that go the other way are scared of it.  Insurance is very intimidating, and I do everything I can every single day to demystify it,” said Miller.  (For full Show Notes, visit https://lisamillerassociates.com/episode-61-the-evolving-insurance-landscape/) 

Most agents “qualify” leads by asking one question:“Are you thinking about buying or selling soon?”That's not qualifying — that's rushing the relationship and disqualifying people who could become some of your biggest advocates.In this episode, I'll show you how top real estate agents qualify conversations based on relationship value, not just lead intent. You'll get a practical framework you can use in every conversation so you know which relationships are worth investing in long-term.You'll learn:✅ Why leads don't build your business — relationships do✅ How to move away from intent-based qualifying (“Are you moving soon?”)✅ The NOW → SOMEDAY → GAP framework to uncover real goals✅ How to spot the hidden value in “not yet” clients: referrals, future deals, and brand equity✅ A 6-step conversation roadmap plus an internal “relationship check” so you know who to actually nurtureWhen you start qualifying the relationship — not just the lead — you give every conversation a real chance to turn into business, whether that's today, next year, or through the people they refer to you.Comment “FRAMEWORK” if you want my full relationship-first conversation scripts and follow-up plan.

Join Tikola McCree for part 2 of our conversation with Jenifer Hoffman, Adrian Williams, Adam Rodell, and Steve Medeiros as they discuss how RAW provides a free, confidential space for professionals to share their struggles with stress, anxiety, and denial, emphasizing that everyone is welcome. Listeners will hear powerful stories of recovery and how vulnerability in the room gives others the courage to seek support. The discussion also covers practical self-care tips, including leveraging technology for wellness, and underscores that prioritizing mental and physical health is a non-negotiable step toward success in the demanding real estate industry. Join them to learn how you can embrace change and find community, because as they remind us, your mental health truly matters.

Karen & Janet spend this entire podcast with Krista Pleiser who is the Chief Government Relations Officer for the Santa Barbara Association of REALTORS® and co-founder of Smart Coast California.  Ms. Pleiser started her career in Los Angeles where she worked for several Los Angeles City Council members and a State Senator. For the past 18 years, she's managed the Santa Barbara Association of REALTORS® political activities, reviews public policy, and works with elected leaders and government staff in the development of housing policies. In 2018, Krista and co-founder and CEO Marta Golding Brown conceived the idea of Smart Coast California, a 501(c)3, and since then have been working on creating a collaborative stewardship of the coast which entails community sustainability, property rights and the environment. 

Running a real estate brokerage looks glamorous… until you're the one carrying the overhead, training, liability, and nonstop fires. After 25 years in the industry — including closing 587 homes in a single year and growing a 35-agent brokerage — Bryan Knisley hit a ceiling almost no one talks about.This episode breaks down the real story behind dissolving a brokerage, moving 95% of agents to eXp, and building a scalable business with time freedom, technology leverage, and an actual exit plan.If you're an agent or broker-owner feeling stretched thin or stuck in place, this will hit home.

Dive into this episode of The AZREIA Show with certified appraiser Steven Crellin, CEO of Yawkey Appraisals. With 20+ years of experience, Steve breaks down the appraisal process, UAD 3.6 updates, how to comp properties, and the real value of pools, solar, and key amenities.  Perfect for Arizona realtors and investors looking to understand today's appraisal challenges and market changes. A must-watch for anyone serious about real estate! 00:58 Meet Steven Crellin: From Military to Appraisal 01:26 The Appraisal Journey: Early Days and Challenges 04:18 Navigating the 2008 Financial Crisis 06:23 The Future of Appraisal: New Forms and Regulations 13:43 Market Trends and Investment Insights 26:46 Comping Properties: Essential Skills for Investors 28:19 Navigating Appraisal Challenges 28:41 Understanding Market Competence 29:32 The Role of Realtors in Appraisals 30:54 Preparing a Comp Package 32:13 Handling Appraisal Bias 33:16 Effective Communication with Appraisers 40:56 The Value of Desktop Appraisals 44:07 Impact of Amenities on Property Value 50:32 Understanding ADUs and Casitas 56:03 Conclusion and Contact Information

What if AI could tell you EXACTLY who will buy your listing—before you ever shoot the video or write the description?

Send me a message This week, I tell the full story of the day I did something most sane creators would never do. I deleted my Instagram account. Wiped out. Gone. At the time I had about 13,000 to 15,000. And I started completely over from scratch, from zero.Why the hell would I delete my Instagram? Because my account was dead because of some really boneheaded, uneducated moves.A dumb decision I made years earlier crushed my reach, limited my engagement, and put a permanent ceiling on every post I made. And I felt it, every time I posted.If your Instagram feels stuck, stale, or invisible, this episode will help you understand exactly why that is happening and what to do about it.Inside this episode you will learn:The real reason my engagement tanked even though I was doing “everything right”How buying followers silently destroys your accountWhat the algorithm actually measures and why follower count does not matter anymoreHow restarting my account instantly multiplied my reachWhat you should do before you ever consider starting over yourself.How the algorithm distributes your content to people who do not follow you yetWhy even tiny accounts can go viral todayThe blueprint I used to grow from zero to nearly 40,000 real followers in just over 3 yearsIf you want to understand why your content is capped, why your reach seems stuck, or why Instagram is not suggesting your posts to new people, this episode flips will be super enlightening.I wish someone had made an episode like this before I nuked my account 3 years ago!***********************RESOURCES : Massive Agent Society - Our community giving Realtors the blueprint to attract 5+ new clients from social media, every single month. CLICK HERE Repurpose Social Media Automation Tool: The FREE tool I personally use to automate and streamline posting content on social media. Even removes the watermarks! - CLICK HERE Manychat PRO - Get 30 days of Manychat PRO for free - CLICK HERE REAL Broker - Learn how we can be business partners and build a business together @ ΓEA⅃ Broker- CLICK HERE PLEASE LEAVE A REVIEW on APPLE PODCASTS or SPOTIFY

If you've been running so hard that you haven't stopped to breathe, this Thanksgiving message is your reminder: slow down, look around, and ask—how am I spending my dash?Happy Thanksgiving Faithful Agents! I'm so thankful you're here. In this episode, join me in a moment of quiet reflection and gratitude. Using the powerful idea of “the dash”—the small line representing your entire life between birth and death—let's consider what truly matters and how intentionally we're living each day. Explore Psalm 131 and unpack biblical wisdom about cultivating contentment, calming your spirit, and embracing gratitude in all circumstances.This episode calls you to pause, breathe, and thank the Lord for His provision, His kindness, and the people entrusted to you. It's a gentle but challenging reminder that your priorities shape your legacy, and Thanksgiving is the perfect time to realign your heart.Sign up for Cut the Chaos, Keep the Closings: A 2026 Lead Gen Workshop https://www.garrettmaroon.com/planTakeawaysGratitude anchors us—especially in challenging seasons.Your “dash” represents your whole life; be intentional with how you live it.A calm and quiet spirit reflects trust in God, not striving.Scripture calls us to give thanks in all circumstances.Contentment grows when we recognize God's daily kindness.Complaining comes naturally; gratitude must be practiced intentionally.True intentional living prioritizes relationships over achievement.You can win at work without losing at home.A gratitude mindset shifts your entire perspective on life.Jesus is the ultimate source of both contentment and thankfulness.Chapters00:00 — Thanksgiving Reflections and Gratitude 03:11 — Understanding the Dash of Life 06:04 — Calmness, Quietness, and Intentional Gratitude 08:52 — Recognizing God's Provision 12:09 — Living with Contentment and PurposeCut the Chaos, Keep the Closings: 2026 Lead Gen Workshop - https://www.garrettmaroon.com/plan ⭐️ Rate & Review:If this episode challenged or encouraged you, leave a 5-star review and share it with another Christian agent who needs to hear this message. Resources & Opportunities:

The final 2025 How to Buy a Home Episode Guide is here. Specifically curated for first time home buyers. Use your holiday downtime to get ahead on your homebuying journey. This curated playlist of the best How to Buy a Home episodes is your shortcut to clarity, confidence, and real progress.

At the dawn of the 20th century, American finance looked modern—telegraphs, syndicates, Wall Street empires—but it had no brakes. In this episode of Built to Divide, host Dimitrius Lynch follows the chain reaction from the Panic of 1907 to the creation of the Federal Reserve, revealing how crises, central banking, and policy choices concentrated power at the top and quietly reshaped who gets to own a home in America.We move from J.P. Morgan locking bankers in his library to stabilize markets, to the secret Jekyll Island meeting that birthed the blueprint for the Fed, to a global financial order built on austerity, gold, and central banks. Lynch unpacks how this shift—from robber barons to central bankers—centralized control over money and credit, setting the stage for a financial system that could either stabilize the economy or supercharge inequality.In parallel, the episode traces a second, brutal story: the clash between slave labor and wage labor, the Civil War, broken promises like Special Field Orders No. 15, Reconstruction, the 13th and 14th Amendments, and the massive land giveaways of the Homestead and Railway Acts that seeded a two-track wealth system. That system was later hardened by Black Codes, Jim Crow, and the rise of the National Association of Realtors, whose restrictive covenants and ethics codes turned racism and class exclusion into standard practice.As Lynch connects the Roaring Twenties, the Great Depression, Hoover's homeownership gospel, and New Deal housing programs—HOLC, FHA, Fannie Mae—listeners see how federal support for mortgages expanded opportunity for some while redlining, racial covenants, and “good neighborhood” ideology locked others out. Housing was transformed into a mass wealth engine built on division.This episode is a deep dive into how central banking, war finance, slavery, segregation, real estate professionalization, and federal housing policy fused into a system where housing isn't just shelter or asset—it's a sorting mechanism. If you want to understand why today's housing market feels rigged, this chapter shows how the rig was built.Episode Extras - Photos, videos, sources and links to additional content found during research. Episode Credits:Production in collaboration with Gābl MediaWritten & Executive Produced by Dimitrius LynchAudio Engineering and Sound Design by Jeff Alvarez

Focus on the Right Number and You Will Watch Your Business Success! What if I told you there's a better way to succeed than chasing goals you never hit? This week on A New Direction, I'm sitting down with Wall Street Journal and USA Today Best-Selling Author Lee Benson, and we're diving into his powerful book Your Most Important Number. Lee's going to show us why traditional goal setting often falls flat—and how focusing on one transformational number can simplify your strategy, elevate your performance, and change the way you lead and live. If you've ever felt stuck or overloaded, this conversation will bring the clarity and direction you've been searching for. Lee's developed the MIND Methodology—Most Important Number + Drivers—a framework that's helping organizations around the world cut the clutter and dial in on what really matters. We'll dig into how you can find your most important number, align your people around it, and track progress in a way that builds confidence and momentum. It's practical. It's proven. And you'll be able to use it the second the show ends. But you know me—I'm always about the human side. And that's what makes Lee's approach so powerful. This isn't just about data or performance metrics. It's about people, purpose, unity, and ownership. When you focus on the right number, you create a culture where everyone knows what winning looks like—and how to move the needle together. That's when progress becomes a habit instead of a hope. This episode will show you The 1 Number That Changes Everything. Because once you know your most important number, you stop chasing random goals… and start achieving what truly matters. Lee Benson's book, "Your Most Important Number" is a brilliantly, logical, practical guide to helping any business of any size and any leader no matter the level achieve more as entire company and individually. So often we read or hear people talk about goal setting.  "We have to set goals!" They will shout.  And experts from all different parts of the business world will say "set goals" if you want to achieve more success. Well, that sounds good in theory, but the fact is this, no matter how SMART you make them it's not working! Your company is not getting all that much better if it all because you do them, and here is the fact:  Setting goals are not motivating anyone! There has got to be another way!  And there is! Lee Benson's MIND (Most Important Number and Drivers).  Wow!  Talk about eye opening.  When leadership comes to the conclusion of what their MIN (Most Important Number) is, and then each area of the business determine what their MIN is that is connected to the overall MIN, and then each person knows what they need to deliver in terms of behavior to add value to the MIN.  Bam!  It's a huge win! The book is complete with an appendix that will start walking you through the how to...get the book...read it, absorb it, put it into practice, it has worked for so many businesses which he gives examples of it will work for your business too. By the way, he even offers freebies to get yourself started.  Just go to www.etw.com/tools  it's all right there. And get your copy of Your Most Important Number by clicking here! Please reach out and thank the financial sponsors of A New Direction: Enhance Your Audiobook Experience with Zoundy! 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It's not about selling or buying a home, Linda recognized that it was a place where dreams were realized and memories would be made...and that makes more than a transaction, and that is why Linda created a client first culture where before, during and after your experience you have a partner that will help you for the rest of your life. They have helped people from all over the world find the right professional to sell or buy their home. And if you are located in the greater Raleigh Research Triangle Park (RTP) area stop in and get a FREE bottle of water and learn how they can help you. There are No Business Problems… Only Personal Problems that Infect Your Business Are you ready to break through barriers, build unstoppable resilience, and create the success you've always envisioned? I'm Here to Help You do exactly that. 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A look back at the winding path to Realtor of the Year becomes a tribute to the people who made it possible—mentors who shared their wisdom, brokers who invested their time, family who carried the emotional weight of an unpredictable career, and clients who trusted the process. From basement training sessions to late-night calls, the journey highlights lessons in resilience, gratitude, and growth and serves as a reminder that every milestone rests on the shoulders of those who showed up, poured in, and believed long before the recognition arrived. As always, if you have any questions or comments (or, of course, need a realtor), feel free to reach out to Stan McCune directly by phone/text at (973) 479-1267 or by email at smccune@cdanjoyner.com

The median age of first-time buyers was at an all-time high in 2025. What does this, and other facts and trends about consumers, mean for agents? Alex walks us through some highlights from the National Association of REALTORS® 2025 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers Report and what you can glean from it to support your business. Highlights From the Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers: https://www.nar.realtor/research-and-statistics/research-reports/highlights-from-the-profile-of-home-buyers-and-sellers

This week on Mondays at The Overhead Wire we're Han Solo, but we've got some interesting news from the world of transportation and urban planning to share.  We talk briefly about tram trains, the NAVI electric vehicle program, Chicago's big win, and much much more!  Below the fold are the show notes with all the items we cover in our digest show.   Main items Single stairway - Pew Stateline Tram trains - Works in Progress Mall as climate shelter - NextCity Chicago transit funded - Streetsblog Chicago TXDOT says state needs transit - KERA Developing world needs roads - Works in Progress Brussels Pedestrian Zone shuts out bikes - Bloomberg CityLab Scott Weiner's next steps - Mother Jones Teens make housing portal - New York Times IIJA's NEVI sets table for EV future - Politico Magazine Will cities ditch DART? Dallas Observer Bonus Items California's shamful DUI record - CalMatters Pollution and memory diseases - New York Times Park City bus drivers may lose jobs - KPCW LA to double recycled water - Governing Valencia flood risk and auto dependence - Climate Change News St. Louis agency 3D printing parts - Progressive Railroading Metros get more people out of cars - TechXplore Hong Kong train+property model - Flying Moose Rising housing costs means lower fertility rates - Realtor.com Trump wants to cut transit funding - Streetsblog USA - T4 Utah cities overestimating water - Salt Lake City Tribune Puppies and Butterflies: Fran Sans - Emily Sneddon +++ Get the show ad free on Patreon! Follow us on Bluesky, Threads, Instagram, YouTube, Flickr, Substack ... @theoverheadwire Follow us on Mastadon theoverheadwire@sfba.social Support the show on Patreon http://patreon.com/theoverheadwire Buy books on our Bookshop.org Affiliate site!  And get our Cars are Cholesterol shirt at Tee-Public! And everything else at http://theoverheadwire.com

Fearless Agent Coach & Founder Bob Loeffler shares his insights on Helping Clients Think It Through and how it's making his Fearless Agent Coaching Students rich! Fearless Agent Coaching is the Highest Results Producing Real Estate Sales Training and Coaching Program in the Industry and we can prove it will work for you if it's a good fit! Call us today at 480-385-8810 to see if it may be  good fit for you! Telephone Prospecting for Realtors means Cold Calling, Door knocking, Calling for Sale By Owners, Calling Expired Listings, Calling your Sphere of Influence, Farming, Holding Open Houses, but Fearless Agent Coaching Students di all of these completely differently and get massively better results! Find out how! Listen in each week as Bob gives an overview and explains the big ideas behind making big money as a Fearless Agent! If you are earning less selling real estate than you wish you were, and you're open to the idea of having some help, We are here for you! You will never again be in a money making situation with a Buyer, Seller or Investor and not have the right words! You will be very confident! You will be a Fearless Agent! Call Bob anytime for more information about Fearless Agent Coaching for Agents, Fearless Agent Recruiting Training for Broker/Owners, or hiring Bob as a Speaker for your next Event! Call today 480-385-8810 - or go to https://fearlessagent.com Telephone Prospecting for Realtors means Cold Calling, Door knocking, Calling for Sale By Owners, Calling Expired Listings, Calling your Sphere of Influence, Farming, Holding Open Houses, Spin Selling, but Fearless Agent Coaching Students do all of these completely differently and get massively better results! Find out how! Are You an Owner of a Real Estate Company - need help Recruiting Producing Agents - Call today! 480-385-8810 and go to FearlessAgentRecruiting.com and watch our Recruiting Video Real Estate Coaching training Real estate training real estate coaching real estate speaker real estate coach real estate sales sales training realtor realtor training realtor coach realtor coaching realtor sales coaching realtor recruiting real estate agent real estate broker realtor prospecting real estate prospecting prospecting for listings calling expired listings calling for sale by owners realtor success Best Realtor Coach Best Real Estate Coach Spin SellingSupport the show: https://fearlessagent.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.