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Fearless Agent Coach & Founder Bob Loeffler shares his insights on Pricing Awarenesses and how they're 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.
What happens when the MLS collides with Big Tech? In this episode, James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson sit down with Amit Kulkarni (formerly Realtor.com and Bright MLS) to unpack the power struggle shaping real estate right now; platforms, MLS organizations, brokerages, and Wall Street-backed players all fighting for leverage. They break down the Compass–Rocket–Redfin move, why data, not just listings, may be the real battleground, and how AI could accelerate every pressure point already building in the industry. If you want to understand where real estate may be headed next, this episode is for you. Links mentioned during the episode: The MLS Playbook from Alloy https://alloy-advisors.com/mlsplaybook/ Connect with Amit on LinkedIn. Learn more about Alloy Advisors at alloy-advisors.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/
6pm: Video Guest – State Rep Josh Penner // The Keeping Families Together Act continues to leave dead babies in its wake. // Now they’re defunding the two longstanding organizations that treat babies born with drug addiction // Realtor Kevin Sorbora on the Pocket Listening Bill // Why China and Russia Haven’t Reacted on Iran
In this powerful episode of The Mike Litton Experience, host Mike Litton sits down with legendary sports agent Leigh Steinberg, widely known as the real-life inspiration behind the iconic sports film Jerry Maguire. Steinberg is one of the most influential agents in sports history, representing hundreds of professional athletes and dozens of first-round NFL draft picks while helping shape the modern sports agency industry. In this conversation, he shares insights from his powerful memoir The Comeback, reflecting on his journey through incredible professional success, personal challenges, and an inspiring path to redemption. Viewers will gain unique insight into: The rise of one of the most successful sports agents in history The mindset needed to build a legacy in professional sports How adversity can lead to growth and transformation Leadership lessons from representing elite athletes The importance of purpose, integrity, and second chances Leigh Steinberg's story is a masterclass in resilience, leadership, and reinvention. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, sports fan, aspiring agent, or someone seeking inspiration for your own comeback, this episode delivers powerful lessons you won't want to miss. Subscribe to The Mike Litton Experience for more conversations with world-class leaders, innovators, athletes, and thought leaders sharing the stories and lessons behind their success. Your support helps us continue bringing you meaningful interviews that inspire growth, leadership, and purpose. Welcome to The Mike Litton Experience Podcast! Mike is passionate about being a father, a teacher, a Realtor, an investor and a leader! Everyone has a story and our passion is to help them tell it! We never want you to miss an episode, so please be sure to subscribe. Could we ask you for two quick favors? If you like our program, please tell a friend. Wherever you get your podcasts please leave us a rating. It helps us to connect with quality people just like you! Reach out to Mike on Instagram @themikelittonexperience. Thank you for joining us for The Mike Litton Experience! Who you work with matters and we would be honored to interview with you or anyone you know to sell your home! If you have questions, please reach out text or call 760-522-1227. Thank you! #livinginsandiego, #movingtosandiego, #themikelittonexperience, #homesforsaleinsandiego, #mikelitton, #sellahomeinsandiego, #buyahomeinsandiego, #toptipstogetthebestoffer #themikelittonexperience
➡️ 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
Construction Intelligence for Realtors: How to Speak the Builder’s Language and Represent Clients With Confidence by Scott Grozelle https://www.amazon.com/Construction-Intelligence-Realtors-Represent-Confidence/dp/B0G7WHQTCH Scottgrozelle.com Construction Intelligence for Realtors Your Competitive Edge in New Construction Sales and the Resale Market Today's top-producing Realtors have one major advantage: They understand construction better than their competition. Construction Intelligence for Realtors is a practical, insider-focused guide that gives real estate professionals the construction knowledge they wish they learned in licensing. Written by international builder and sales trainer Scott Grozelle, this book shows you how homes are built, how builders operate, and how to use construction intelligence to win clients, close deals, and elevate your credibility in both new construction and resale real estate. Whether you sell pre-construction homes, represent buyers touring new build communities, or primarily work in resale, this book equips you with the tools to speak confidently, spot hidden issues, and become the trusted expert your clients rely on. What You'll Learn How new homes are built—foundations, framing, mechanicals, inspections, and finishing What builders expect from Realtors (and how to avoid common mistakes) How to spot red flags in both new construction and older homes How to guide clients through walkthroughs, upgrades, warranties, and timelines The truth about builder contracts, allowances, change orders, and pricing How to build stronger relationships with builders, trades, and inspectors How construction knowledge dramatically increases referrals and repeat business Why This Book Matters in Both New Construction AND Resale Most real estate training covers contracts and marketing. Very little explains how a home actually works. This book fills that gap by giving Realtors a clear, easy-to-understand foundation in residential construction. With this knowledge, you will: Negotiate with confidence Protect your clients from costly surprises Explain features and components with authority Catch issues before they become deal-breakers Stand out in listing presentations and buyer consultations Become the “construction-savvy Realtor” every client wants If you want to compete in today's market, this is the advantage you need. Who This Book Is For Realtors entering new home sales Agents who want stronger builder partnerships Resale-focused Realtors wanting a construction edge Teams and brokerages looking for training resources Anyone who wants to elevate their real estate expertise Why You'll Love It Scott shares decades of hands-on experience gained from building homes, running developments, and coaching Realtors. The insights are practical, easy to apply, and designed to increase your professionalism, confidence, and income. Become the Realtor who truly understands homes—inside and out. Your clients deserve that level of expertise—and your business will grow because of it. YOUR NEXT STEP The realtors who dominate new-home sales aren’t smarter or more experienced—they simply understand what you’re about to learn. Scroll up and click “Buy Now” to start building your construction intelligence today. About the author Scott Grozelle is a veteran new home sales professional and consultant with over two decades of experience in the residential construction industry. He's worked with builders, realtors, and buyers across North America, helping bridge the gap between clients and construction professionals. Scott's passion is empowering people with the knowledge they need to make smarter decisions — whether they're buying their first home, building from the ground up, or leading a sales team. He's the author of Secrets Home Builders Don't Want You to Know and New Home Sales Without the Nonsense, two practical guides that strip away industry jargon and focus on trust, transparency, and communication. When he's not writing or consulting, Scott enjoys time with family, exploring new projects in real estate development, and sharing insights that make the homebuilding experience better for everyone involved.
Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version
In this episode of the Real Estate Pros Podcast, self-defense expert Carmen Gulliksen discusses the importance of self-defense training, situational awareness, and the psychological benefits of martial arts. She explains how training can enhance personal safety, decision-making, and resilience in everyday life. Carmen also highlights the need for accessible self-defense training—especially for women in high-risk professions like real estate—and why regular practice is essential to maintain skills and confidence. The conversation also explores how self-defense training can positively impact mental health and workplace productivity. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
Investor Fuel Real Estate Investing Mastermind - Audio Version
In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, host Q Edmonds interviews Fred Willcox, a pioneer in the real estate inspection industry. Fred shares his journey from starting inspections at a young age to becoming a key figure in establishing standards for inspectors in Texas. He discusses the complexities of modern home inspections, the importance of continuous learning, and offers valuable insights into avoiding litigation as a realtor. Fred's wealth of experience and knowledge shines through as he emphasizes the significance of framing in homes and the evolving challenges in the inspection field. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
In today's real estate market, negotiation is no longer optional — it's survival.Sellers are anchored to yesterday's prices. Buyers are looking for deals. Multiple agents are competing for the same listings. And commission pressure is rising across the industry.So how do you protect your deals, your value, and your confidence when the stakes are high?In Episode 375 of The MindShare Podcast, David Greenspan sits down with globally recognized negotiation expert Fotini Iconomopoulos, keynote speaker and author of Say Less, Get More.Fotini teaches entrepreneurs, sales professionals, and leadership teams around the world — including executives at Microsoft, Rolls-Royce, and Walmart — how to negotiate effectively in high-stakes conversations.In this conversation, Fotini breaks down the psychology, strategy, and communication skills that separate average negotiators from top performers — and how real estate professionals can apply these techniques immediately in their business.Because in this market, negotiation isn't about being aggressive.It's about preparation, emotional intelligence, and knowing how to hold your ground when it matters most.4:53 — The 5 Steps to NegotiationFotini explains the framework she teaches executives and leadership teams worldwide.12:09 — The #1 Negotiation Mistake Realtors MakeWhy agents lose money and credibility in negotiations.14:19 — Why Emotion Hijacks Logic Under PressureWhat happens psychologically during high-stakes negotiations.17:32 — Which Negotiation Step Matters Most in Today's MarketHow to gain leverage when buyers and sellers are dug in.18:41 — The Anchoring EffectWho should put the first number on the table and why it matters.23:31 — Are You Already Negotiating From Behind?What happens when agents wait for the other side to speak first.26:43 — Protecting Your CommissionPractical strategies for handling commission negotiations during listing presentations.34:22 — Setting Up an Offer to WinThe two powerful words that can change a negotiation before price becomes the issue.41:53 — Why Presenting Three Options WorksHow choice architecture improves negotiation outcomes.47:21 — Why Round Numbers Weaken Your Position50:48 — Why You Should Never Say “I Think” in Negotiations55:14 — Managing Stress in High-Stakes Conversations59:33 — Biggest Myth About Negotiation59:43 — One Phrase Every Agent Should Remove59:53 — One Habit That Instantly Improves Negotiation Results1:00:12 — What Separates Top Negotiators1:00:39 — What to Say to Anyone Who Says “I Can't”This episode is sponsored by:KiTS Keep-in-Touch SystemsA powerful marketing and lead generation CRM built specifically for real estate professionals.REM – Real Estate MagazineCanada's premier publication delivering real estate news, commentary, and industry insights.Learn MoreWebsite: https://mindshare101.comPodcast: The MindShare PodcastCoaching Community: MindShare Collective
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At the beginning of your real estate career, growth feels simple. More calls create more appointments. More appointments create more closings. More effort creates more income. The formula feels obvious. Until it stops working. At a certain point, many productive agents hit a strange phase where working harder doesn't seem to produce the same results. Income becomes less predictable. Schedules become chaotic. Opportunities feel harder to control. And the instinctive reaction is usually the same: “Maybe I just need more leads.” So agents buy more Zillow leads. More portal ads. More marketing. But instead of scaling their business, they accidentally scale their stress. In this episode, Tim and Julie Harris explain the mindset shift that separates agents who stall from those who continue growing year after year. You'll discover why productive agents stop chasing activity and start designing businesses built around: Listing leverage Predictable pipelines Conversion improvement System-driven growth You'll also learn why the most successful real estate professionals stop asking: “How do I get more business?” …and start asking a much better question: “How do I make this business more predictable and less dependent on me?” This conversation reveals why real estate growth eventually shifts from hustle to strategy — and why agents who understand that shift create far more stability, income, and long-term freedom. Free Real Estate Coaching & Training
In this powerful episode of The Mike Litton Experience, Mike sits down with entrepreneur and model manager Tina Rattigan, founder of Propel Models, to explore her incredible journey from Jamaica to building a purpose-driven modeling agency in the United States. Tina shares her inspiring story of resilience—growing up in Jamaica, moving to the U.S. at 21, navigating cultural shifts, overcoming personal challenges, and ultimately launching Propel Models with a mission to protect, mentor, and elevate talent in the modeling industry. After witnessing firsthand the gaps in model representation—especially through her daughter's international modeling experience—Tina redefined what leadership in fashion should look like. Today, she leads with integrity, strong boundaries, and a deep commitment to guiding models mentally, emotionally, and professionally. In this episode, viewers will discover: • The power of resilience and reinvention• Why boundaries are essential in leadership and business• Behind-the-scenes truths about the modeling industry• How to build a purpose-driven company from experience• What it takes to protect and propel young talent globally• Lessons in entrepreneurship, motherhood, and vision Tina Rattigan is not just building a modeling agency—she's building confidence, strength, and sustainable careers. If you're an aspiring entrepreneur, creative professional, model, parent, or leader, this conversation will challenge and inspire you. Don't forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to The Mike Litton Experience for more powerful conversations with leaders, innovators, and difference-makers from around the world. Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode! Welcome to The Mike Litton Experience Podcast! Mike is passionate about being a father, a teacher, a Realtor, an investor and a leader! Everyone has a story and our passion is to help them tell it! We never want you to miss an episode, so please be sure to subscribe. Could we ask you for two quick favors? If you like our program, please tell a friend. Wherever you get your podcasts please leave us a rating. It helps us to connect with quality people just like you! Reach out to Mike on Instagram @themikelittonexperience. Thank you for joining us for The Mike Litton Experience! Who you work with matters and we would be honored to interview with you or anyone you know to sell your home! If you have questions, please reach out text or call 760-522-1227. Thank you! #livinginsandiego, #movingtosandiego, #themikelittonexperience, #homesforsaleinsandiego, #mikelitton, #sellahomeinsandiego, #buyahomeinsandiego, #toptipstogetthebestoffer #themikelittonexperience
Send me a message Your content doesn't suck. But you're tricking people into thinking it does.The difference between a video that gets 200 views and one that gets 50,000 views almost never comes down to production quality or your knowledge. It comes down to the first sentence out of your mouth and what people see on screen when your video starts.I've coached agents on this one thing and watched their reach explode overnight. Today I'm giving you the exact framework you can use to fix it.Here's the problem: your ideal audience is scrolling past your content in the first 3 seconds. Your hook determines if anyone will see the message that comes after. So many of you already do great content that teaches valuable things, but it's packaged poorly.The biggest killers I see:Agents introducing themselves at the start (nobody cares who you are yet)Telling people what the video is about (what if they don't care about that topic?)In this episode, I break down the 3-part hook framework that stops the scroll:Part 1: Pattern Interrupt - Stop them physically mid-scroll with bold statements, specific numbers, or unexpected claimsPart 2: Stakes - Make them care RIGHT NOW by showing why this matters to their house, their money, their situationPart 3: Promise - Tell them exactly what they'll get if they keep watchingI also give you 6 different hook types you can copy today:The Painful TruthThe Counterintuitive ClaimThe Mirror MomentSpecific NumbersThe Incoming DisruptionThe Personal StoryThen I walk through before/after examples for market updates, buyer tips, and listing tours so you can see exactly how to apply this.This isn't complicated. You just need to be thoughtful about stopping their scroll, making it matter to them, and promising specific value. Do that and your videos will explode.Subscribe and never miss an episode. Weekly real estate business strategy that actually works in today's market.
Demolish Your Comfort Zones This week on A New Direction, Coach Jay Izso welcomes elite performer and Fortune 500 coach Art Turock to discuss his transformative book, Demolish Your Comfort Zones. We aren’t just talking about “stepping outside” of where you feel safe; we are talking about a total demolition. Art argues that conventional self-improvement tools like basic goal setting and time management are often “watered down” to fit within our existing comfort zones, making them effective for modest gains but useless for bold breakthroughs. If you feel like you've been “trying hard” but staying stuck, it's likely because you've unknowingly prioritized short-term comfort over long-term results. Art will reveal how comfort zones act as a ceiling on your potential, killing more dreams than failure ever could. During the show, we will dive into the “Colossal Deception”—the internal rationalizations we use to avoid the discomfort necessary for growth. By shifting from mere “interest” to “no matter what” commitment, you can begin to dismantle the barriers that keep you from your absolute best effort. This conversation is designed to disturb your current mindset and replace it with extreme accountability, ensuring your comfort zones no longer dictate the boundaries of your success. To truly crush your hidden limitations, you must be willing to pay the “price of freedom,” which is temporary discomfort. Art’s approach is born from over 1,200 self-experiments and his own journey as a championship sprinter who began at age 55. We will explore how to identify the “Guy/Gal on the Couch”—that voice in your head advocating for “reasonableness”—and how to use tools like the Freedom Log to rehearse the mindset shifts needed to stay ahead of your comfort zones every single day. Whether you are a business leader, an athlete, or someone looking to reignite a personal passion, this episode will provide the 90-day blueprint you need to stop negotiating with bad habits. Join Coach Jay and Art Turock as they teach you how to live a life where your comfort zones simply cannot survive. It's time to stop dreaming and start achieving by learning to embrace the very situations you've been trained to avoid. And for all my A New Direction listeners here is your link to a FREE complimentary coaching call with Art. Coaching – Art Turock Art Turock’s book, “Demolish Your Comfort Zones: 6 Unconventional Practices to Crush Your Hidden Limitations” is a book that is not for the faint of heart. Let’s be honest with each other, change is difficult. To change ourselves is even more demanding. It requires not just a change in behavior, but a change in mindset. So often we think and act in a “victim” mindset. We don’t even realize the words that we use on a daily basis actually have us thinking that we have no control over our life, change, or being better. We don’t’ even know that we have stopped ourselves before we have even tried. But what is even more daunting for many of us is the idea of what it will take to make change. And that’s the point of Demolish Your Comfort Zones. It is going to take work. It is going to take time. It is going to take consistency. It is going to take practice, and ultimately it is going to take discipline. But if we will do the work we experience freedom! What you and I do not realize is that we have set up our own prisons, from a combination of nature and nurture. We have allowed ourselves to simply go with the status quo. Say it is good enough. And for most of us we never pursue, or worse yet have given up on our dreams. Demolish Your Comfort Zones, challenges our notions of success, improvement, and high performance. The 6 Keys that Art Turock lays out, if we will do them, will change any doubts and fears we have about success. This is a book filled with practical wise guidance. It is a book that will be a life changer for those who have the courage to take it on. The book is fantastic! Isn’t it time you should live your best free life? Then this book is for you! Get your copy by clicking “Demolish Your Comfort Zones“. Please say thank you to the sponsors of A New Direction: DLinda Craft Team, Realtors, for more than 40 years they have been helping people with their home buying and selling needs around the world. Their customers call them the “Legends of Customer Service”…why? Because Linda Craft and her team believe that the relationship is the most important part of the home buying and selling process. Because after all your home is about your memories not the bricks and mortar. Learn more by going to www.LindaCraft.com Here is the truth: You tune into A New Direction because you want to grow. But consuming content and executing strategy are two different things. If you are leading a company between $5M and $50M and you feel like you are hitting a ceiling, the problem isn't a lack of information. It's likely a “human” bottleneck. I am Coach Jay, a Behavioral Strategist who specializes in fixing the friction that kills profit. I don't just look at your P&L; I look at the psychology of the people driving it. I recently helped a stalled mid-market firm save $3 Million and secure new capital—not by firing people, but by realigning their behavior. Stop guessing. Let's find the millions trapped in your org chart. Reach out for a discreet conversation: 919-369-2121 or visit TheCoachJay.com.
Realtor systems are the difference between scaling your income and sacrificing your presence at home. In this episode, we expose the lie that more closings automatically mean more absence—and why that belief has quietly shaped thousands of real estate careers. For years, agents have accepted the false equation that more production equals less family time. But what if that's not true? What if the real issue isn't volume… but a lack of mature systems?Garrett unpacks the dangerous mindset that says, “If I want to sell more homes, I have to miss more dinners.” That belief sounds logical on the surface. More deals equal more work. More work equals more time away. But Garrett points out that growth doesn't demand your absence—chaos does. When your business grows faster than your structure, your family pays the price.This conversation dives deep into what actually protects presence while increasing production. Predictable lead generation. Clear communication boundaries. Defined response windows. Protected calendar blocks. Strategic leverage. These aren't luxuries—they are mature realtor systems.Garrett shares a powerful story of a father trying to double his income without sacrificing time with his daughters. The breakthrough wasn't about grinding harder. It was about structure. The truth is, you don't need smaller goals—you need stronger realtor systems. When your business is built on clarity instead of chaos, you can gain momentum without losing alignment.There's also an honest reflection on ambition. Ambition isn't the enemy. But unmanaged ambition will redline your life. Especially for the faith driven entrepreneur, success without boundaries can quietly erode what matters most. Selling more homes should not cost you your calling. The real win is building a business that allows you to gain leverage, work fewer hours, and create true work life balance without shrinking your income.If you've ever felt physically present but mentally absent… if you've told yourself “it's just a season”… if you've believed that doubling production means doubling stress… this episode will challenge that narrative. Because the problem isn't growth. The problem is immature structure.Going from 20 to 40 deals doesn't require more chaos—it requires better realtor systems. From hiring a showing assistant to implementing a transaction coordinator, from setting office hours to defining client expectations, Garrett walks through practical shifts that create freedom. These are the same structural principles any seasoned money expert would tell you: maximize your highest and best use of time, delegate the rest, and build assets—not exhaustion.The question isn't, “Can I sell more homes?”The question is, “Can I sell more homes the right way?”If your production doubled tomorrow, would your peace collapse—or would your realtor systems support it?This episode is for the high-producing Christian agent who refuses to choose between success and presence. You don't need to shrink your ambition. You need to mature your structure. And when you do, you'll discover that selling more homes can actually increase margin—not erase it.Structure over hustle. Presence without guilt. Growth without drift.Connect with Me!
Still using ChatGPT as a search engine while your competitors are building autonomous digital workforces? In this deep dive, we reveal why the "Great Divide" in AI for realtors is separating the top 5% of agents from everyone else who is just scratching the surface.Most AI for real estate agents strategies stop at basic questions, but we are showing you how to build a full infrastructure that handles lead qualification, response times, and follow up without you lifting a finger. If you want to know how to use AI in real estate to actually scale, you have to move beyond simple prompt engineering and start thinking about real estate workflow automation.We break down a real-world case study where a 30 second response time—powered by a real estate AI agent—stopped a $500,000 commission leak. This is the future of real estate automation for those ready to stop working manually and start leading their market.✅ How to use ChatGPT for realtors to build actual systems✅ Essential AI tools for real estate agents that act as autonomous virtual assistants✅ Why lead automation is the only way to recover 4 to 6 hours of your week✅ Moving from basic conversations to AI for realtors infrastructureBy the end of this episode, you will understand exactly why being "AI-First" is no longer optional if you plan to compete in 2026.
As we kick off Women's History Month, we're bringing together leaders from all six Houston-area Women's Council of REALTORS® networks for a powerful conversation about leadership, growth, and what's next for our industry. Watch the replay now! WCR Northwest: https://www.facebook.com/WCRGreatNorthWest/ Montgomery County: https://linktr.ee/wcrmocotx WCR Houston: https://www.wcr.org/net.../wcr/central-region/texas/houston/ Bay Area: https://www.wcr.org/.../central.../texas/bay-area-houston/ Greater West Houston: https://www.wcr.org/.../centr.../texas/greater-west-houston/ Sign up for Free Industry News Subscriptions for HAR Members here- https://www.harconnect.com/free-industry-news-subscriptions-for-har-members/ Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign Up for your free Real Estate News Subscription here. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube , and LinkedIn.
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Step inside one of the Hudson Valley's most exciting wedding events as we recap Westchester Magazine's Unveiled: A Boutique Bridal Brunch, held on Sunday, March 1st at the elegant VIP Country Club. This special event brought together some of the region's most creative and stylish wedding professionals for a morning dedicated to inspiration, planning, and celebration. Hosted by Westchester Magazine and highlighting the best of Westchester/Hudson Valley Weddings, the event featured an impressive collection of top-tier vendors – from florists and photographers to entertainers and bridal fashion experts. Attendees sampled delicious cuisine and desserts, explored stunning bridal gowns, and had the chance to win exciting prizes throughout the afternoon. Westchester Talk Radio was on site capturing all the excitement, speaking with vendors and attendees and bringing listeners an inside look at this unforgettable bridal showcase.Host Andrew Castellano sat down with White Plains-based realtor Ayana Miller. Ayana shares her relationship-first approach to real estate, the importance of patience in an "ebb and flow" market, and her expert outlook on the upcoming active spring season.
On this episode of Housekeys, host Cam Villa sits down with REALTOR® Celia Acido, a retired Army Major with over 30 years of military service, who transitioned from a Combat Medic to a REALTOR®. Celia shares the challenges of transitioning from a structured military leadership role to the entrepreneurial world of real estate, and how discipline, confidence, and mentorship have shaped her path. Originally from San Francisco and now rooted in Carmichael, she reflects on what receiving the keys to her first home meant to her and how that experience fuels her commitment to serving clients today. From her love of travel and classic cars to her active involvement in SAR, Celia brings heart, service, and resilience to everything she does. Music: Welcome to the Show by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4614-welcome-to-the-show License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license All speakers in this podcast do not speak on behalf of the Sacramento Association of REALTORS® nor do they represent the Sacramento Association of REALTORS®. All presenters are speaking on behalf of their own profession.
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What happens when a former COO of a top 10 mega real estate team takes everything she learned the hard way and turns it into a business built to help others avoid the same chaos? That is exactly the story Lauren Duke, founder of CoreOps Collective, is here to share. In this episode, we are going deep into the operational business foundations that real estate agents desperately need but rarely have, and Lauren is breaking down her proven framework for replacing survival mode with real structure. If you are an operator looking for a behind-the-scenes look at a niche industry, or a real estate professional wondering why everything feels so scattered, this conversation is for you. Connect with Lauren: Website: http://www.coreopscollective.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/coreopscollective Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/coreopscollective For full show notes, check out www.TheOpsAuthority.com/podcast/299Natalie Gingrich Stay Connected: Join the Ops Insiders FREE Facebook community! Other Ways to Connect with Me: Facebook Page Instagram
Atlanta leads the nation in canceled home purchase agreements, and the financial consequences for buyers are significant. Jeff Emalaba, founder and CEO of InvestFusion, joins Host Carol Morgan on the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast to explain how InvestFusion centralizes risk indicators into one platform, giving buyers a clearer understanding of whether a property aligns with their financial goals. The Real Cost of Hidden Property Defects in Today's Real Estate Market Emalaba founded InvestFusion after a personal loss on a duplex purchase in North Carolina. The property appeared financially sound, and the projected cash flow worked on paper. However, after committing nonrefundable due diligence fees, earnest money, appraisal costs and inspection expenses, significant undisclosed foundation issues surfaced. “That's when I realized that the biggest risk in real estate is not the market,” said Emalaba. “It's buyers going into contract blindly without realizing what is hidden beyond the surface.” Why Atlanta Ranks Among the Top Cities for Canceled Home Purchase Agreements According to a recent report from Redfin, more than 40,000 U.S. home purchase agreements were canceled in December — the highest level since 2017. That accounts for 16.3% of contracts nationwide. Atlanta's share of that activity is particularly notable. “Atlanta represents 22.5% of that ballpark number,” said Emalaba. “If we trickle down to Atlanta, that's more than $900 million in the metro area alone lost annually by buyers going under contract blindly.” These cancellations are not primarily driven by “cold feet” or fluctuating interest rates. Instead, many buyers uncover substantial issues during inspection that fundamentally alter the financial viability of the deal. In a market where buyers have more options and more leverage than in recent years, walking away has become more common. Top Real Estate Inspection Red Flags That Cause Deals to Fall Apart One of the key reasons contracts collapse in Atlanta's real estate market is the discovery of major property defects during the inspection period. Here are some red flags to look for: Structural and foundation problems Roofing HVAC Plumbing and electrical failures Permitting and code violations Flooding and drainage issues Title or boundary disputes Hazardous materials such as mold, asbestos or lead-based paint. “These are major things you don't see in drive-bys or by MLS photos,” said Emalaba. “You only discover this after going on inspection.” Many of these issues can cost tens of thousands of dollars to repair. When buyers realize the true scope of deferred maintenance or legal complications, the numbers often no longer make financial sense. As a result, they exit during due diligence — forfeiting time and, in some cases, money. Appraisal Gaps, Overstated Square Footage & Data Accuracy Risks While appraisal gaps dominated headlines during the pandemic-era bidding wars, today's risk profile has shifted. The issue is less about buyers offering above appraised value and more about inaccurate or incomplete data. Overstated square footage, outdated valuations and discrepancies between listing information and appraisal reports can cause lenders to reconsider financing. When the appraised value does not align with the contract price — or when square footage is misrepresented — deals often stall or collapse. Buyers must now evaluate whether a property's valuation truly supports long-term equity growth. Rising Home Insurance Costs Are Reshaping Atlanta Buying Decisions Insurance premiums have risen significantly since 2021, adding another layer of complexity to real estate transactions. Unexpected flood zone designations, prior insurance claims or property condition issues can dramatically increase monthly expenses. Emalaba said, “Nearly half of buyers now see that insurance costs heavily influence their purchase decisions.” When insurance is combined with property taxes, maintenance and financing, the total holding cost can quickly erode projected returns. Buyers are no longer asking only whether they can afford the mortgage payment. They are evaluating whether they can afford to hold the property long term. How InvestFusion Uses AI to Analyze Real Estate Risk Before You Sign a Contract Traditional due diligence is fragmented, requiring buyers to gather inspection reports, appraisals, title documents and insurance information from multiple sources — typically after funds have already been committed. InvestFusion consolidates that analysis into a single AI-powered platform. Emalaba said, “At a bare minimum, buyers are losing at least $7,000 or $8,000 when they go into those deals.” The platform analyzes more than 400 data points and generates a deal score in under a minute. It flags structural risks, zoning issues, flood exposure, valuation discrepancies and other material concerns before buyers put down nonrefundable funds. Before signing a contract, buyers should evaluate three primary factors: property condition risk, true valuation compared to the listing price and long-term holding costs. Keeping these considerations in mind helps ensure a property is not overpriced and that buyers fully understand insurance, tax and maintenance expenses. Tune in to the full episode to hear how InvestFusion brings greater transparency to residential real estate transactions. Visit www.InvestFusion.co to learn how the platform helps Atlanta buyers analyze property condition, true valuation and long-term risk before signing a contract. About InvestFusion InvestFusion is an AI-powered real estate intelligence platform designed to help buyers and investors identify risk before committing capital to a property. The platform combines property-level data, market analytics and predictive modeling to quantify potential exposure, uncover red flags and support more informed decision-making in complex housing markets. Designed for both new and experienced investors, InvestFusion aims to shift real estate evaluation away from fragmented, manual research toward structured, data-backed insight. Podcast Thanks Thank you to Denim Marketing for sponsoring Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio. Known as a trendsetter, Denim Marketing has been blogging since 2006 and podcasting since 2011. Contact them when you need quality, original content for social media, public relations, blogging, email marketing and promotions. A comfortable fit for companies of all shapes and sizes, Denim Marketing understands marketing strategies are not one-size-fits-all. The agency works with your company to create a perfectly tailored marketing strategy that will suit your needs and niche. Try Denim Marketing on for size by calling 770-383-3360 or by visiting www.DenimMarketing.com. About Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio, presented by Denim Marketing, highlights the movers and shakers in the Atlanta real estate industry – the home builders, developers, Realtors and suppliers working to provide the American dream for Atlantans. For more information on how you can be featured as a guest, contact Denim Marketing at 770-383-3360 or fill out the Atlanta Real Estate Forum contact form. Subscribe to the Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio podcast on iTunes, and if you like this week's show, be sure to rate it. Atlanta Real Estate Forum Radio was recently honored on FeedSpot's Top 100 Atlanta Podcasts, ranking 16th overall and number one out of all ranked real estate podcasts. The post InvestFusion: AI-Powered Risk Analysis for Modern Real Estate Buyers appeared first on Atlanta Real Estate Forum.
On today's episode, Editor in Chief Sarah Wheeler talks with Jessica Lautz, Deputy Chief Economist and Vice President of Research at the National Association of Realtors, about expectations for the spring housing market on home prices, concessions, cash buyers and more. Related to this epsiode: Realtor.com Q2 revenue rises 10% as visitor traffic outpaces rivals HousingWire | YouTube More info about HousingWire To learn more about Trust & Will click here. The HousingWire Daily podcast brings the full picture of the most compelling stories in the housing market reported across HousingWire. Each morning, listen to editor in chief Sarah Wheeler talk to leading industry voices and get a deeper look behind the scenes of the top mortgage and real estate.
Spreading the Love: Community Over CompetitionIn this Season 3 premiere episode of Deeds of Trust, host Steve McDonald sits down with Brittany Knight and Emily Conte to talk about the inspiration behind the Spread the Love Peanut Butter & Jelly Food Drive and the deeper purpose driving it forward.What began as a simple idea — collecting peanut butter and jelly for local families — has grown into a powerful example of collaboration in action. Brittany and Emily share the real need they saw in the community, what motivated them to step up, and how choosing “Community Over Competition” has helped unite REALTORS®, businesses, and neighbors around a shared mission.Listeners will hear how service creates connection, how small acts can make a big impact, and why putting community first strengthens both relationships and results.
Quotes, parking, deposits on booking… what other industries charge people for things that seem unnecessary? Listen to the full chat here! South African rugby player Hacjivah Dayimani slammed Cape Town realtors who charge non-refundable fees to people when applying for a property, calling it a scam.
In this episode of The Katie Lance Podcast, I'm sharing highlights from my recent #CoffeeWithKatie training, AI Made Simple: Your Everyday ChatGPT Workflow. If ChatGPT feels overwhelming, generic, or like it makes you sound robotic, this episode will help you rethink how to use it the right way.I break down a simple 5-step workflow Realtors can use immediately to save time on captions, emails, listing descriptions, video ideas, and content repurposing - without losing their voice. You'll also hear practical examples and a simple action plan you can implement this week. AI doesn't need to replace you. It should support you.If you've ever thought, “I don't want to sound like AI,” this episode is for you.Links Mentioned:AI Made Simple: Your Everyday ChatGPT Workflow (replay + slides + The Everyday ChatGPT Prompt Playbook)Gemini + Google Tools: The Productivity Stack You Already Own in 2026
Harry Massey is an inventor, systems thinker, and health futurist. After a series of traumatic accidents left him bedridden for nearly a decade, he dedicated his life to understanding the physics of health. This led to his pioneering work in bioenergetics and the founding of NES Health.In this episode of Escaping the Drift, John Gafford talks to Harry about the intersection of physics and biology. Harry explains how the body functions like a battery, the critical role of the thymus in reversing biological aging, and why managing emotional states is actually the most efficient way to prevent "energy leaks." He also shares his routine for maintaining peak vitality, from red light therapy to the importance of structured water.
Most professionals are waiting to "feel" motivated. But in this market, motivation isn't the edge. Psychology is. In this episode of The RE Source, we break down the mental shift separating average producers from those dominating despite rates, inventory, and market noise. If you're a Realtor or Loan Officer who wants to build consistency, eliminate drift, and wire your brain for execution, this one is for you. Three years from now, you'll either be on stage… or wondering what happened. Watch to the end and decide which path you're choosing. ⭐ JOIN OUR COMMUNITY ⭐ Get the hottest and most up-to-date info in the Real Estate and lending industry! click the link to subscribe today ➡️ https://theREsource.tv/?utm_source=ytd
Guest:Dancing With The Roots and Rocks!-In this episode, we sit down with Jackie Howard — better known in endurance circles as SPROUT-a relentless athlete who proves grit isn't loud, it's consistent. From early morning miles to long-course suffering, SPROUT has built a reputation for showing up, digging deep, and outlasting the noise. We talk about what fuels her engine, how she handles the mental side of endurance, and why growth-real growth-comes from choosing hard things on purpose. If you've ever wondered what separates participants from competitors, this conversation delivers.Monologue:New World Record For Women's 100 Mile Running RaceOlympic Dreams Realized!Investors Flock To DallasRents Expected To Rise In AustinDSISD School NamesA Wonderful Town To Live inBroadcasting straight outta Dripping Springs, Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis serve up unfiltered, unforgettable conversations with the most interesting folks you've never heard of-yet. From wild small-town stories and Hill Country gossip to sharp takes on real life, they mix humor, heart, and a healthy dose of Texas grit. It's like pulling up a chair at your favorite local bar, where the banter is real, the guests are bold, and nobody's afraid to speak their mind. You'll laugh, you'll think, and you just might see your own story in theirs. New episodes every week...because ordinary people make the best damn stories.Send 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...
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Spring hits… and suddenly everything feels loud. New listings. Awards. "Sold in one day!" posts. Agent tours. Realtor prom season. And before you know it, you're questioning everything. Why does everyone else look busier than me? Should I be doing more? Am I behind? In this episode, we're talking about the Realtor Comparison Trap and the mindset shift you need this spring to protect your confidence, your peace, and your professionalism. Spring is a naturally busy season in real estate. But it's also the season where comparison creeps in hard. Between awards ceremonies, fresh listings popping up daily, and social media highlight reels, it's easy to feel like you're either behind… or not doing enough. Here's what we cover in this episode: Why spring market noise can mess with your mindset Realtor prom season and the awards comparison spiral How to reframe other agents' success (community over competition) Preparing your systems before busy hits What NOT to add to your plate just because others are doing it A powerful mindset trick for driving past someone else's listing sign Cleaning up your social media algorithm to protect your peace How to post professionally without hurting the Realtor brand Why being present in your office can create unexpected opportunity A refreshing buyer story that proves timing and priorities matter Truthfully, comparison is internal. If someone's marketing makes you spiral, that's your cue to check your mindset, not attack theirs. This is your permission slip to: - Mute what doesn't serve you - Protect your boundaries - Focus on your systems - Stay in your lane - Celebrate other agents without shrinking yourself The spring market doesn't require panic. It requires preparation. And a healthy mindset. You're not behind. You're building. Key Quotes & Takeaways Katy: "Every sign that isn't mine means the market is moving. That's a good thing." Alissa: "If someone's marketing messes with your mindset, that's your cue to look inward." Katy: "We don't need to throw away great to try out good." Katy: "Busy doesn't always mean better. Prepared is better." Products, People & Previous Episodes Mentioned: Episode 33 – Preparing for Busy Episode 17 – What to Do When You're New or Slow Episode 331 – A Realtor Leaves Her Phone for a Week Email Templates 101 Agent Systems 101 FREE Database Template Hustle Humbly Community Want to toast someone on the show? Send us a voice or video message with your name, who you're toasting, and why! Email it to team@hustlehumblypodcast.com. Leave us a review at http://ratethispodcast.com/hustlehumbly
Fearless Agent Coach & Founder Bob Loeffler shares his insights on The Best Way to Get a Price Reduction Skillfully 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.
What happens when a Marine-turned-software-engineer builds a flat-fee MLS company in 36 states… and then says AI might replace most white-collar jobs? You get one of the most philosophical and heated conversations we've had on this show. Jon Minerick, CEO of homecoin.com, joins James and Keith to unpack his a la carte real estate model, why most flat-fee companies fail, and how AI could fundamentally reshape transactions, careers, and society itself. They debate: Whether flat-fee models are true competition for agents Why most FSBO sellers still fail The real reason Purplebricks and others collapsed AI from contract-to-close; hype or inevitability? Universal Basic Income, purpose, and whether humans need struggle This episode goes way beyond real estate. It's about technology, status, competition, and what happens when automation challenges identity. If you care about the future of your career, and your industry, you need to hear this one. Connect with Jon on LinkedIn - X. Learn more about homecoin.com on Facebook - Instagram - X and online. 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/
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In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, host Michelle Kesil interviews Rickey Chavez, a seasoned real estate agent and buy-and-hold investor based in Texas. Rickey shares his journey from corporate America to real estate, discussing his strategies for success, the importance of networking, and the challenges he has faced along the way. He emphasizes the significance of understanding personal financial needs, exploring new markets, and building strong relationships in the industry. The conversation wraps up with practical advice for aspiring real estate agents and insights into the evolving market landscape. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------
In this episode of Ohio Policy Talk, we discuss Ohio's new SB 155 law, which takes effect in March and brings new disclosure requirements and consumer protections to real estate wholesaling. REALTOR® Oliver Chapman shares what he's been seeing on the ground and how this new law will help homeowners better understand who they're dealing with before signing a contract. We also talk about why education and awareness still matter, even with stronger protections now in place.Full Description / Show Notes:Learn about the rise of real estate wholesaling across OhioHear how the new disclosure requirements are designed to protect homeownersFind out what consumer protections are now in place under SB 155Hear firsthand what REALTOR® Oliver Chapman has been seeing in the marketDiscover common red flags sellers should watch forLearn how REALTORS® can help educate and protect consumersUnderstand why slowing down and asking questions can make all the difference before signing a contract
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The concept of owning your own land, managing your own whitetail paradise, or even working for a company like Whitetail Properties may seem like an unattainable dream. For Kathleen Blanks, it comes down to intentionality, work ethic and personal priorities to turn dreams into realities. Kathleen joins us for an episode to talk about buying, selling and shopping for land, what a good land specialist should actually do, what to look for when purchasing a hunting property, and more! Kathleen is more than just a realtor and land specialist; she is someone who has walked the walk and experienced this journey for herself. She is now living the dream by helping others achieve the same. You would never guess this is her first-ever podcast, and we enjoy this conversation all-encompassing of her life and influence in the outdoors!Fall Obsession Podcast is sponsored by:Hoot Camo Company (https://hootcamo.com/)Bear River Archery (https://www.bearriverarchery.com/)Tactacam Reveal Cameras (https://www.tactacam.com/)The Outdoor Call Radio App (https://www.theoutdoorcallradio.com/)
Send me a message You know what pisses me off? Seeing agents who sell 80-150 homes a year who never post on social media. But it's not for the reason you think.Here's the truth: top producers don't need social because they already built what social media is designed to build. They already have 3,000+ people in their database. They have 20 years of past clients referring them automatically. Their pipeline is packed.You don't have that yet. You're still in build mode. So if you're comparing yourself to them, wondering why you're posting daily and getting nothing while they don't post at all, you're comparing apples to oranges. You're at completely different stages of business.In this episode, I break down:Why top producers don't post (and why that logic doesn't apply to you)How they built their business over 20 years (and how you can do it in 2-3)Why social media is networking on steroids in 2026The content strategy that compresses decades into yearsWhy posting daily is non-negotiable if you want to grow fastThe uncomfortable truth? Once you become the top producer with a packed pipeline and thousands of referral sources, you can stop posting too. But you have to build that first.Different stage = different strategy. This episode shows you how to build what they have in a fraction of the time.***********************RESOURCES : Free "Clients From Social" Masterclass - Learn the new formula top agents are using on social media to attract 5+ new closings, month after month. REGISTER HERE: https://members.massiveagentsociety.com/free-masterclass-registration?utm_source=podcast_notes Massive Agent Society on Skool - My coaching community giving Realtors the exact blueprint (and handholding) to attract 5+ new clients, every single month. CLICK HERE: https://www.skool.com/massiveagentsociety Manychat PRO - Automate your Instagram DM's and 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
Bestie… some agents are losing referrals and don't even realize they messed it up.In this episode, I'm sharing two real stories: • One agent who completely fumbled a listing opportunity • And one blind referral that turned into a six-figure opportunityThe difference? Reputation, follow-up, and client experience.We're talking about:Why your name is already being spoken in rooms you're not inThe prayer I started praying over my businessHow agents quietly lose referrals through silence and poor communicationWhat “fumbling the bag” actually looks like in real estateThe framework that keeps referrals coming on repeatIf you want a referral-based real estate business, you can't rely on luck. You need faith and systems.And yes… we're talking about both.✨ The Prayer: “Lord, let my name be spoken in rooms I'm not in. And give me the courage and discipline to honor that opportunity.”If you're serious about building a business by design instead of by accident, this one is for you.LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Send a textHalleluiah!!!We celebrate a significant change in the South Carolina real estate landscape with the elimination of broker-to-broker compensation from SCR listing agreements. I highlight the implications of this change for buyer agents, the legal perspectives surrounding fiduciary duties, and the importance of transparency in real estate transactions. The conversation also covers the new forms being introduced, best practices for updating listing agreements, and the broader trends in the real estate industry as more states move away from broker-to-broker compensation. 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.
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Dvorak on Twitter Follow Andrew Horowitz on Twitter Warm-Up - The CTP for Caterpillar announced - DOD - Disrupter Disrupters - China markets reopening after Lunar New Year - Mexico Cartel Wars (Jalisco) Markets - Mortgage Rates - looking good! - Tariffs found illegal - that is not stopping anything - Refunds requested for the illegal tariffs - Monday's big drop and AI taking a bite out of stock prices Tariffs - First, who actually knows what is going on. 100% chaos - Supreme court ruled illegal (6-3) - 10% flat across all countries immediately added - Wait a day and make that 15% - FedEx seeks refund for illegal IEEPA tariffs imposed by Trump after the Supreme Court ruled Trump's tariffs exceeded authority - Numerous lawsuits expected for IEEPA tariff refunds - Apple has spent more than $3 billion on tariffs since President Donald Trump enacted his trade policies. What about that? (HOW TO FIGURE OUT WHO GETS THE REFUND) --- Estimate that $175B tariffs have been collected alreay - A group of 22 U.S. Senate Democrats on Monday introduced legislation that would require President Donald Trump's administration to fully refund within 180 days all of the revenue, with interest, collected from tariffs struck down by the U.S. Supreme Court. - The legislation would require the Customs and Border Protection agency, which collects tariffs at U.S. ports of entry, to prioritize small businesses. - The U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency said it will halt collections of tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act at 12:01 a.m. EST (0501 GMT) on Tuesday Stop The Presses - After years of JCD's rants....... - Apple will soon introduce MacBooks with touch screens - Apple Inc.'s initial touch Macs will have the Dynamic Island at the center top of the display and OLED screen technology. The new MacBook Pro models will have a refreshed, dynamic user interface that can shift between being optimized for touch or point-and-click input. Europe Reacts - "The current situation is not conducive to delivering 'fair, balanced, and mutually beneficial' transatlantic trade and investment, as agreed to by both sides" in the joint statement setting out the terms of last year's trade agreement, the Commission said. "A deal is a deal." - All active discussions are halted on any USA/Europe trade deal The Potential Winners - Brazil and China may be the winners here - Chinese President Xi Jinping has a boost in bargaining power after the US Supreme Court invalidated Donald Trump's broad emergency tariffs, a key point of leverage over China. - The removal of tariff threats will make it harder for Trump to press Xi for larger purchases of certain products and leaves him without a key weapon to strike back if Chinese negotiators make fresh demands. - Xi's team will likely push harder for access to advanced semiconductors, the removal of trade restrictions on Chinese companies, and reduced US support for self-ruled Taiwan, according to Wu Xinbo, director at Fudan University's Center for American Studies. NVDA Earnings - NVIDIA drops its fiscal Q4 2026 (ended Jan 2025) results tomorrow—another make-or-break moment for the AI trade. - The bar is sky-high after years of blowout beats, but whispers of "peak AI" and slowing growth momentum have investors on edge. --- Consensus Expectations : ----Revenue: ~$65.6–$66.1 billion (up ~67–68% YoY from last year's ~$39B; guided $65B ±2% in prior report) ------EPS (adjusted/non-GAAP): ~$1.50–$1.53 (up ~70–72% YoY from $0.89). --------Gross margins: Targeting ~75% non-GAAP (holding strong despite supply chain noise). -----------Key driver: Data Center segment expected to crush ~$58–$60B, fueled by Blackwell ramp and hyperscaler spend. Home Depot Earnings - The home-improvement retailer gained 2.7% after posting fourth-quarter adjusted earnings of $2.72 per share on revenues of $38.20 billion. - That exceeded the per-share earnings of $2.54 on revenues of $38.12 billion expected by analysts polled by LSEG. AMD News - The semiconductor maker rose about 11% after it inked a multiyear deal with Meta to lend up to 6 gigawatts of its graphics processing units to artificial intelligence data centers. - The cost of the deal is unclear, but the companies' agreement includes a a performance-based warrant that could amount to up to 160 million of AMD shares, according to a statement dated Tuesday. - Meta has committed to deploying up to 6 gigawatts (GW) of AMD's Instinct GPUs (high-end graphics processing units optimized for AI workloads) to power its massive AI data centers. - Analysts estimate the GPU portion alone could be worth $60–$100+ billion over 5+ years Mortgage Rates - The average rate on the popular 30-year fixed mortgage fell to 5.99% on Monday, according to Mortgage News Daily, matching its lowest levels since 2022. - Last year at this time the rate was 6.89%. - A buyer putting 20% down on the median priced home, about $400,000 according to the National Association of Realtors, would have a monthly payment of $1,916 for the principal and interest. One year ago, that payment would have been $2,105, a difference of $189. Life Insurance Record - Manulife Financial Corp. sold a $300 million life insurance policy in Singapore, topping what Guinness World Records certified as the most valuable policy ever issued. - The policy surpasses the previous record of $250 million, set by HSBC Life in Hong Kong in 2024. Manulife said in a statement Tuesday that the deal reflects growing demand from ultra-wealthy clients to preserve their assets. - In Singapore over the past 12 months, Manulife has issued 25 individual policies each worth more than $50 million. Bitcoin Rout - Gemini said it was axing as much as a quarter of its staff and exiting the UK, European Union and Australia entirely. - This week, it parted with its chief operating officer, chief financial officer and chief legal officer, all in a single day. - Its stock has fallen more than 80% from a post-listing high last year, collapsing its market value from a peak of almost $4 billion to under $700 million. Over the Greenland - USA sending a "hospital ship" over - Trump's post on the ship came hours after Denmark's Joint Arctic Command said it had evacuated a crew member who required urgent medical treatment from a U.S. submarine in Greenlandic waters, seven nautical miles outside of Greenland's capital, Nuuk. - Greenland said thanks but no thanks So Long! - U.S. investors are pulling money out of their own stock market at the fastest pace in at least 16 years as Big Tech returns fade and better-performing overseas markets look more attractive. - In the last six months, U.S.-domiciled investors have pulled some $75 billion from U.S. equity products, with $52 billion flowing out since the start of 2026 alone, the most in the first eight weeks of the year since at least 2010 AI Disruption - DOD (Disruption of Disrupters) - CrowdStrike -9.8% and other cybersecurity names under heavy pressure again as AI disruption fears build following Anthropic's Claude Code release - - Cybersecurity stocks are under broad pressure today, extending recent weakness following Friday's launch of Claude Code Security by Anthropic. Claude Code Security scans codebases for vulnerabilities and suggests software patches for human review, fueling a narrative that AI platforms may be moving more quickly into parts of the security workflow than investors had previously expected. For cybersecurity, that raises concern around the forward demand outlook and competitive positioning, particularly in areas tied to application security, cloud security, identity workflows, and security operations automation, where AI-native tools could start to narrow perceived differentiation. - The move suggests investors are still sorting through the implications for product overlap, pricing power, and competitive positioning as AI capabilities evolve quickly. - IBM shares dropping toward lows of the session; attributed to news that Claude can automate cobol modernization COBOL (Common Business-Oriented Language) is a high-level, English-like programming language created in 1959 for business, finance, and administrative data processing. It is renowned for its verbosity, readability, and reliability, processing massive amounts of transactions on mainframe systems,, notes NetCom Learning and IBM. Despite being decades old, it remains critical in banking, insurance, and government sectors. - It is estimated that 70-80% of the world's business transactions are processed by COBOL Grok's Prediction about Future of OpenAi/ChatGPT Scenario Likelihood (My Estimate) Key Factors Outcome for OpenAI/ChatGPT Thriving Leader Medium (40%) Sustained breakthroughs, partnerships (e.g., Microsoft), regulatory wins OpenAI as AI giant; ChatGPT as ecosystem hub for agents/robots Evolved Survivor High (50%) Adaptation to agents/hardware; mergers Exists but rebranded; ChatGPT integrated into daily life tools Decline/Acquisition Low (10%) Overcompetition, funding collapse Absorbed or legacy; ChatGPT commoditized or obsolete Quick check on Europe Shares - European company earnings growth is picking up this reporting season against a tentatively improving economic backdrop, but wary investors are demanding more than solid results to justify sky-high valuations. - Companies representing 57% of Europe's market capitalization have reported so far, achieving average earnings growth of 3.9% in the fourth quarter, ahead of estimates for a final result of a contraction of 1.1% --- That is a big differential.... +3.9 vs -1.1 Iran Talks - News over the weekend that Iran will look to discuss a variety of items and potentially get a deal.... energy, mining and aircraft - Best guess: Iran will string us along like Russia is doing and we will say we have some kind of bogus deal. --- There is some talk of US "going in" as we are building military presence. Supposedly there are some saying it could be a multi-week incursion. - What is the plan - Regime change? What is this? - A divided Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled that Americans can't sue the U.S. Postal Service, even when employees deliberately refuse to deliver mail. - By a 5-4 vote, the justices ruled against a Texas landlord, Lebene Konan, who alleges her mail was intentionally withheld for two years. Konan, who is Black, claims racial prejudice played a role in postal employees' actions. - Justice Clarence Thomas, writing for a majority of five conservative justices, said the federal law that generally shields the Postal Service from lawsuits over missing, lost and undelivered mail includes “the intentional nondelivery of mail.” - So can ballots just be thrown in garbage for mail-ins for one party that will throw out another party's? Love the Show? Then how about a Donation? 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Kara Hinshaw has been in the Real Estate Industry for 20+ years and is an absolute LEGEND in the Industry! In this GSD Mode Podcast Interview Kara shares Her entire journey, from being New to Top Individual Realtor to Top Team Leader/Real Estate Brokerage Owners + Shares Her top tips to creating success to creating success with Geo Farming, Social Media, Internet leads (PPC, Zillow, Realtor, etc), AI and much more! This is an absolute MUST watch Interview! ➡️Connect with Kara Hinshaw: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kara.hinshaw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karahinshaw.indianarealtor/ Website: https://www.karahinshaw.com/ ➡️ 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