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This episode is the second session of our “How To Find Inventory In 2025: The Blueprint to Become A Top Agent In 2025” Mary-Lou Dingman shares top open house strategies and the 10 most common agent mistakes. She covers how open houses can generate leads, the value of coaching and script practice, and the importance of networking with neighbors, agents, and potential clients. Last, Mary-Lou shares her systematic approach to marketing open houses, including virtual tours, door knocking, and follow-up strategies. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Mary-Lou Dingman can be reached at 919-796-7512 and mld@tlrnation.com This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

This episode is the first session of our “How To Find Inventory In 2025: The Blueprint to Become A Top Agent In 2025” with Amy Duong Kim talking about current challenges in the real estate market with low inventory. Amy talks about prospecting and client acquisition, focusing on daily outreach techniques, social media marketing and building and nurturing client relationships. Next, Amy talks about systems and marketing, emphasizing the importance of consistent social media posting. Last, Amy discusses professional development and work-life balance emphasizing the importance of creating boundaries but also adapting to market changes. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Amy Duong Kim can be reached at 773-295-4387 and amy.duongkim@compass.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Welcome to our series Better Your Business With Ben. In this episode Ben Lalez talks about the importance of consistency in building a successful business. Ben and DJ discuss why agents avoid doing important activities for their business and how they should develop strategies to motivate themselves. Next, Ben shares tips on how to stay consistent and what software agents can use. Ben also discusses setting up rewards and punishment systems for yourself. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Ben Lalez can be reached at 312.789.4054 and ben.lalez@compass.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Welcome to another episode of Learn With A Lender with Christian Bachelder! In this episode Christian explains how he breaks down lending into three main categories. Christian also discusses alternative financing options, giving examples and explaining how they work. Next, Christian discusses loan underwriting process highlighting the importance of understanding financing options. Last, Christian talks about creative real estate financing and why working with a versatile lending institution is important. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Christian Bachelder can be reached at Christian@theonebrokerage.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Welcome to our newest series The Inner Game of Real Estate Success with the high-performance hypnotherapist and mindset coach Paul Salter. If you feel you're doing everything right but still not getting the results you want, this series is for you. Hosted by high-performance mindset coach and hypnotherapist Paul Salter, each monthly episode uncovers the hidden mental and emotional patterns holding top producers back—and shows you how to eliminate them for good. You’ll gain practical tools to overcome fear, thrive under pressure, and avoid burnout—so you can perform at your peak without sacrificing your peace, health, or happiness. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Book a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call here. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

In this episode Real Estate Video Coach Kim Rittberg talks about the videos content agents can make when the markets are uncertain. Sign up for Kim’s “5 Videos Every Real Estate Agent Must Make to Sell More Homes“. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Follow Kim on Instagram. Subscribe to Kim on YouTube. Listen to Kim’s 5 minute mini-master classes on marketing every Friday on The Exit Interview with Kim Rittberg podcast.

Welcome to our monthly feature Unpopular Real Estate Opinions with Chris Linsell. In this episode, Chris discusses Private Listing Networks (PLNs) and benefits of private listings for price discovery and shares strategies for agents with limited inventory. Chris also discusses real estate market challenges including, commission disruption, difficulty in running accurate Comparative Market Analyses (CMAs) and nationwide inventory shortage. Next, Chris talks about the fiduciary responsibilities of real estate agents and the importance of serving individual client interests. Last, Chris discusses pricing and market dynamics including challenges in pricing luxury properties and strategies for finding potential sellers in low-inventory markets. Please check Chris’ profile on LinkedIn. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Matt Miale talks about his transition from advertising to real estate and building a business focused on signing, selling, and setting appointments. Matt discusses relationship building using events as a lead generation strategy. Next, Matt discusses real estate team dynamics with the benefits of joining a high-performing team and the importance of collaboration and skill development. Last, Matt discusses current market challenges focusing on dealing with low inventory and high mortgage rates and adapting communication strategies to help clients navigate market conditions. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Matt Miale can be reached at (860) 416-1815 and matt@themialeteam.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

In our May episode, Carrie McCormick gives a sneak-peak on her two new projects coming up. Next, Carrie discusses challenges agents are experiencing right now and how is she tackling them both from the buyer and the seller perspective. Carrie also talks about the challenge of telling the story of a property without being present and describes the thoughts she gives to every detail of a property listing. Last, Carrie discusses how visiting her partners outside of her immediate market has served her and talks about the importance of building relationships. Please follow Carrie on Instagram. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Carrie can be reached at carrie@atproperties.com or by phone at 312.961.4612. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Brandon Green discussed the importance of treating a real estate business like a business and understanding financial health. Brandon discussed tax strategies and challenges and explored common tax pitfalls for real estate professionals. Next, Brandon shared insights on using real estate as an investment vehicle, including the pros and cons of residential and commercial property investments. Brandon also talked about Alchemy of Money Services and the services they offer. Brandon also discussed personal financial growth and professional development emphasizing the importance of financial planning, understanding business metrics, and creating a strategic approach to growing a real estate business. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Brandon Green can be reached here. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Shawn Kunkler talks about the transition from luxury athletic clubs to real estate in San Francisco. Shawn talks about his “The Realtor180 Podcast”, its purpose, motivation, and insights gained from interviewing top producers. Shawn shares strategies for real estate agents and explains the concepts of "tourist," "racehorse," and "ping pong" in managing a real estate business. Shawn also talks about systems, processes, and consistent follow-up and the importance of maintaining discipline and focus in real estate. Next, Shawn talks about staying motivated, overcoming distractions, and creating a positive approach to business challenges. Please check out Shawn's “The Realtor180 Podcast” here. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Shawn Kunkler can be reached at shawn@homewardassociates.com and 415.857.4188. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

This episode is the third session of our “How To Break Into Luxury: The Blueprint to Become a Top Agent Seminar” with Kim Rittberg talking about the importance of creating engaging social media video content. Kim shares social media platform strategies and the importance of tailoring content for different platforms. Last, Kim talks about her Video Boot Camp and how it helps agents develop confidence and strategy. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Connect with Kim to grab one other last spots of her VIDEO BOOT CAMP INTENSIVE that starts in early May! In 4 days you will master video! Follow Kim on Instagram. Subscribe to Kim on YouTube. Listen to Kim’s 5 minute mini-master classes on marketing every Friday on The Exit Interview with Kim Rittberg podcast. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Welcome to our first episode of Learn With A Lender with Christian Bachelder! In this episode Christian explained the complexities of predicting interest rates and how the bond and stock markets interact. Christian highlighted the significant tax advantages of real estate investment compared to other investment vehicles and why the strategy of buying one property per year as an alternative to traditional 401(k) investments is great. Christian and DJ also discussed how purchasing properties strategically can create generational wealth and provide a more robust retirement plan than traditional investment methods. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Christian Bachelder can be reached at Christian@theonebrokerage.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Paul Salter tasks about the importance of overcoming mental blocks and developing a growth mindset for success in business and personal life. Paul discusses his approach to helping clients remove psychological barriers and unlock their potential through hypnosis and mindset coaching. Paul also discusses how childhood experiences and subconscious fears can hold people back from achieving their goals and how developing practices like meditation, stillness, and self-reflection help understand and overcome personal obstacles. Last, Paul talks about how professional coaching can help individuals, especially realtors, improve their performance and overcome mental challenges. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Get your seat to our April Seminar “How To Find Inventory in 2025: The Blueprint to Become A Top Agent In 2025” on April 29th for free using the promo code ‘Podcast’ here. Book a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call here. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

This episode is a session of our “How To Break Into Luxury: The Blueprint to Become a Top Agent Seminar” with Carrie McCormick talking about her journey into real estate and how she came into representing developers. Carrie shares strategies for success including winning listings, working with developers, maintaining client relationships, and providing exceptional service. Last Carrie discusses how to efficiently manage a high-production real estate career while maintaining personal relationships and building a strong network of professional contacts. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Get your seat to our April Seminar “How To Find Inventory In 2025: The Blueprint to Become a Top Agent Seminar” on April 29th for free using the promo code ‘Podcast’ here. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Lindsay Dreyer emphasizes building a business around personal joy and goals, instead of just chasing numbers. Lindsay shares tips for staying focused, like using accountability partners and systems. Lindsay also talks about authentic ways to generate leads—especially for millennials—through active listening. Lindsay highlights the importance of work-life balance and offers advice on creating a real estate career that’s fulfilling and aligned with your values, not just financially successful. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Get your seat to our April Seminar “How To Find Inventory in 2025: The Blueprint to Become A Top Agent In 2025” on April 29th for free using the promo code ‘Podcast’ here. Lindsay Dreyer can be reached at 703-362-1667. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

This episode is the a session of our “How To Break Into Luxury: The Blueprint to Become a Top Agent Seminar” with Brent Scott who coached live an agent. Brent uses the concept of the 12-week year and The Agent Wheel as a tool to coach Kiki Parmar. You can download the Agent Wheel here. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Get your seat to our April Seminar “How To Find Inventory In 2025: The Blueprint to Become a Top Agent Seminar” on April 29th for free using the promo code ‘Podcast’ here. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Rachel Adams Lee talks about social media strategies for real estate agents and the importance of creating valuable, shareable content. Rachel discusses lead generation techniques like open houses and building relationships through personal interactions. Next Rachel also talks about market challenges and adaptability and dealing with low inventory and high interest rates. Last, Rachel talks about content creation and personal branding and creating authentic, engaging social media presence. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Get your seat to our April Seminar “How To Find Inventory in 2025: The Blueprint to Become A Top Agent In 2025” on April 29th for free using the promo code ‘Podcast’ here. Rachel Adams Lee can be reached at 916-226-1601 and info@racheladamsleegroup.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

In this episode Real Estate Video Coach Kim Rittberg talks about how you can use ChatGPT to make better videos for your social media. Connect with Kim to grab one other last spots of her VIDEO BOOT CAMP INTENSIVE that starts in early May! In 4 days you will master video! Sign up for Kim’s “5 Videos Every Real Estate Agent Must Make to Sell More Homes“. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Get your seat to our April Seminar “How To Find Inventory in 2025: The Blueprint to Become A Top Agent In 2025” on April 29th for free using the promo code ‘Podcast’ here. Follow Kim on Instagram. Subscribe to Kim on YouTube. Listen to Kim’s 5 minute mini-master classes on marketing every Friday on The Exit Interview with Kim Rittberg podcast. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Welcome to our monthly feature Unpopular Real Estate Opinions with Chris Linsell. In this episode, Chris talks about NAR's recent amendment on Clear Cooperation Policy. Chris discusses privacy and marketing strategies in exploring reasons why sellers might want to keep their listings private. Chris and DJ also discuss how AI and technological changes will impact the real estate industry. Chris also talks about the tension between an agent's obligation to serve their client's best interests and the broader market's needs. Last, Chris talks about the importance of advocating for more local control in real estate policies. Please check Chris’ profile on LinkedIn. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Zach Geisendorfer talks about open house strategies and details his comprehensive approach to hosting open houses. Zach discusses cold calling and prospecting and emphasizes the importance of making consistent calls. Next, Zach talks about Fam Camp Training Program and waht it offers to the participants. Last Zach discusses building a successful real estate business and also social media and marketing. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Zach Geisendorfer can be reached at +1(760) 205-0719 and zach@famrealtygroup.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Welcome to our series Better Your Business With Ben. In this episode Ben Lalez talks about finding hidden business opportunities beyond immediate transactions. Next, Ben shares client referral strategies and also talks about expanding business beyond traditional real estate transactions. Ben also discusses recruiting and team building. Last, Ben discusses marketing and networking techniques. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Ben Lalez can be reached at 312.789.4054 and ben.lalez@compass.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Welcome to our first episode of Learn With A Lender with Christian Bachelder! In this episode Christian explained the "one house per year" strategy as an alternative to traditional 401(k) retirement investing, where you buy a primary residence each year and convert previous properties to rentals. Christian also discussed the current real estate market challenges with low inventory and high interest rates among them, and lending and mortgage insights. Next, Christian talked about his journey into the real estate business and his transition from chemical engineering into real estate. Last, Christian presented his perspective on the consolidation of real estate ownership and the importance of entering the real estate market in the next 5-10 years. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Christian Bachelder can be reached at Christian@theonebrokerage.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

This episode is the third session of our “Gear Up For the Spring Market: The Blueprint to Become a Top Agent Seminar” with Kim Rittberg who talked about what are some social media videos you can create right now using phone. Kim also talked about how to sell yourself better and the importance of having a social media strategy. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Get your seat to our March Seminar “How To Break Into Luxury” on March 25th for free using the promo code ‘Podcast’ here. Sign up for Kim’s “5 Videos Every Real Estate Agent Must Make to Sell More Homes“. Follow Kim on Instagram. Subscribe to Kim on YouTube. Listen to Kim’s 5 minute mini-master classes on marketing every Friday on The Exit Interview with Kim Rittberg podcast. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

This episode is the second session of our “Gear Up For the Spring Market: The Blueprint to Become a Top Agent Seminar” with Brent Scott who coached live an agent. Brent uses the concept of the 12-week year and The Agent Wheel as a tool to coach Melanie Miller. You can download the Agent Wheel here. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Get your seat to our February Seminar “How To Break Into Luxury” on March 25th for free using the promo code ‘Podcast’ here. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

This episode is the first session of our "Gear Up For the Spring Market: The Blueprint to Become A Top Agent In 2025" with Danielle Dowell talking about mindset and approach, including the abundance mindset and not getting overly emotional. Danielle also talks about the importance of nurturing relationships and staying in touch with past clients. Last, Danielle describes a typical day and how she has delegated tasks she is not as strong in. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Get your seat to our February Seminar “How To Break Into Luxury” on March 25th for free using the promo code ‘Podcast’ here. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

In this episode Real Estate Video Coach Kim Rittberg talks about fears in goal setting and hitting your goals. Kim elaborates on what might be keeping you from using video as a business tool. Kim also talks about VIP Thought Leader Accelerator where her award-winning team creates polished, high-impact videos that make you stand out. Sign-up for Kim's VIP Thought Leader Accelerator - there's only one more seat left! Sign up for Kim's "5 Videos Every Real Estate Agent Must Make to Sell More Homes". If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Follow Kim on Instagram. Subscribe to Kim on YouTube. Listen to Kim’s 5 minute mini-master classes on marketing every Friday on The Exit Interview with Kim Rittberg podcast. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Welcome to our series Better Your Business With Ben. In this episode, Ben Lalez talks about setting expectations with buyers during the buyer consultation. Ben discusses understanding the seller's needs and preferences to create a compelling offer package. Ben also talks about communicating effectively with the seller's agent before and after submitting the offer. Next, Ben discusses the importance of building strong relationships with other agents to increase the chances of success in multiple offer situations. Last, Ben talks about the importance of having reliable lending partners and inspectors to ensure a smooth transaction. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Ben Lalez can be reached at 312.789.4054 and ben.lalez@compass.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Athena Brownson talks about her background as a Colorado native, former competitive skier, and how she ended up with a career in luxury real estate. Athena talks about resilience and personal challenges, including her chronic Lyme disease. Athena also talks about her power of visualization and how she applied it in both her skiing and real estate career. Last, Athena talks about balancing health and career, and the importance of self-care, structure, and delegation. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Athena Brownson can be reached at 303-919-9344 and athena.brownson@compass.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

In this episode Real Estate Video Coach Kim Rittberg talks about the 2 factors that make you seem cheesy/salesy. Kim gives examples of what to avoid when recording a video. Last, Kim talks about how to actually make video that will bring you business. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Sign up for Kim's "5 Videos Every Real Estate Agent Must Make to Sell More Homes". Follow Kim on Instagram. Subscribe to Kim on YouTube. Listen to Kim’s 5 minute mini-master classes on marketing every Friday on The Exit Interview with Kim Rittberg podcast. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Lindsey Harn talks about her background and how she started her career in real estate. Lindsey discusses the importance of building strong partnerships and referral relationships. Next Lindsey talks about winning listings in a low inventory market and also handling tough client conversations. Lindsey also discusses the reality and challenges of being a top producer in real estate. Last, Lindsey discusses the importance of having a strong digital presence as an agent. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Get your seat to our February Seminar “Gear Up For the Spring Market” on February 25th for free using the promo code ‘Podcast’ here. Lindsey Harn can be reached at 805.441.7744 and lindsey@lindseyharngroup.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Luke Jorwic talks about his background and early career in real estate. Luke discusses millennial homebuyers, their needs and agent adaptation to meet these needs. Luke also talks about client relationships, networking and the importance of building professional relationships. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Get your seat to our February Seminar “Gear Up For the Spring Market” on February 25th for free using the promo code ‘Podcast’ here. Luke Jorwic can be reached at 630.247.9591 and ljorwic@jamesonsir.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Jarred Talmadge talks about his background and journey with LinkedIn. Jarred discusses the power and benefits of using LinkedIn for real estate agents and how to build an effective LinkedIn profile and presence. Jarred also talks about leveraging LinkedIn for business growth and lead generation and shares strategies for creating engaging LinkedIn content. Please check out Jarred's book "The LinkedIn Real Estate Agent" here and check out his classes here. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Get your seat to our February Seminar “Gear Up For the Spring Market” on February 25th for free using the promo code ‘Podcast’ here. Jarred Talmadge can be reached here. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Welcome to our monthly feature Unpopular Real Estate Opinions with Chris Linsell. In this episode, Chris and DJ discuss commissions and commission pressure in the real estate industry. Chris talks about the impact of the Clear Cooperation Policy on commissions and the potential exodus of low-performing real estate agents due to commission compression. Chris also discusses the opportunities for high-performing and mid-market real estate agents. Last, Chris talks about the increasing age of first-time homebuyers and the implications for real estate agents. Please check Chris’ profile on LinkedIn. Get your seat to our February Seminar "Gear Up For the Spring Market" on February 25th for free using the promo code ‘Podcast' here. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Nick Harris talks about his background and transition into real estate. Nick talks about his successful first year in real estate, closing around 80 transactions primarily working with investors. Nick also discusses his strategy for transitioning from working with investors to primary homebuyers and sellers, and the differences in approach. Next, Nick describes his comprehensive client relationship management strategies that bring him success. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Nick Harris can be reached at (947) 219-1024. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

We are excited to announce that our live summit for February is scheduled for February 25, 2025! We have amazing speakers lined up to help provide all the tools you need for your best spring: Gearing Up For The Spring Market, Strategic Business Planning and Leveraging Social Media Video! Remember this month you can use the promo code 'Podcast" for free participation. Learn more about the event here.

Welcome to our newest series Better Your Business With Ben. In this episode, Ben Lalez talks about his approach to business, team expansion, and his focus on agent training and development. Ben talks about leveraging AI, specifically ChatGPT, to improve business efficiency and performance. Ben also shares practical applications of ChatGPT in real estate. Last, Ben discusses his Content Club service for creating and managing social media content for real estate agents and other businesses. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Ben Lalez can be reached at 312.789.4054 and ben.lalez@compass.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Cassidy Ecklund talks about her background and her transition from a title agent to real estate agent. Cassidy also talks about her first year as an agent and her performance. Cassidy also talks about her unique marketing strategies that help her build her business and relationships. Last Cassidy talks about her goals and future plans in growing her business. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Cassidy Ecklund can be reached at (715) 560-2955. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

This episode is the third session of our “Mastering Real Estate in 2025: The Blueprint to Become a Top Agent Seminar” with Kim Rittberg who talked about the biggest mistakes people are making with video right now. Kim also talked about how agents can immediately bring in leads and more sales through video and social media. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Sign up for Kim's "5 Videos Every Real Estate Agent Must Make to Sell More Homes". This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

This episode is the second session of our “Mastering Real Estate in 2025: The Blueprint to Become a Top Agent Seminar” with Brent Scott who coached live an agent. Brent uses the concept of the 12-week year and The Agent Wheel as a tool to coach Nick Harris. You can download the Agent Wheel here. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

This episode is the first session of our "Mastering Real Estate in 2025: The Blueprint to Become a Top Agent Seminar" with Greg Pekarsky talking about how he made 2024 his best year ever with 290M in closed sales. Greg also talks about what he’s doing to make 2025 even better for his business. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Lou Eytalis talks about her journey into real estate and how she built her brokerage. Lou discusses her issues and concerns with the National Association of Realtors (NAR), including their overreach of authority, mandatory membership requirements, and the recent lawsuit settlement. Lou also talks about the potential threat of technology and AI disrupting the real estate industry, and the need for agents to make themselves indispensable. Last, Lou talks about her legal actions against NAR, including filing a lawsuit in federal court and her experience with the small claims court case. Check out Lou's Facebook group Real Estate Reform & Fairness Initiative here. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Lou Eytalis can be reached at 940-257-3875 and louallen76@gmail.com This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

In this episode Real Estate Video Coach Kim Rittberg talks about how to start showing up and stay on camera. Apply asap for Video Boot Camp, only 3 spots left! Live small group coaching program that takes the overwhelm, nerves and stress out of video making! Get confident on camera, learn what to make and then make it together in this small group program. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Follow Kim on Instagram. Subscribe to Kim on YouTube. Listen to Kim’s 5 minute mini-master classes on marketing every Friday on The Exit Interview with Kim Rittberg podcast. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks.

Melanie Everett talks about being an introverted real estate agent and the challenges/benefits of that. Melanie discusses her approach to building her brand and company's brand identity. Melanie talks about her strategy of writing client stories and hosting home buying seminars to attract clients and also the evolution of her home buying seminar strategy over the years. Last, Melanie describes the traits she looks for when hiring agents and building loyalty on her team. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Please follow Melanie on Instagram here. Melanie Everett can be reached at (312) 219-4312 and hello@melanieeverettco.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks.

Kina De Santis talks about her background in tech and how she applies that experience in running her real estate brokerage. Kina talk about her "high touch" approach to client service and how she is constantly refining her team's processes. Kena also describes how she uses the "startup accelerator" model to provide individualized coaching and support for her agents. Last, Kina discusses how she uses the help of virtual assistants to proactively address client needs. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Please follow Kina on Instagram and TikTok. Get your seat for our first ever Live Event The Blueprint to Become A Top Agent In 2025 here. Kina De Santis can be reached at kina@reframere.com and (949) 537-2600 This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks.

Trisha Lee talks about how she got into the home staging business. Trisha discusses the benefits of home staging for real estate agents, including increased perceived value, faster sales, and a higher return on investment. Trisha also shares specific home staging tips and mistakes to avoid in different rooms of the home, such as the entryway, dining room, living room, and kitchen. Last, Trisha talks about the role of aesthetics and creating an emotional connection with buyers through professional home staging. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Get your seat for our first ever Live Event The Blueprint to Become A Top Agent In 2025 here. Trisha Lee can be reached at Trisha@loveleehomes.com and 316-990-0389. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Mary-Anne Gillespie talks about the trends she sees with her clients when planning for 2025. Mary-Anne discusses the importance of building relationships and how to build business by reaching out to people. Mary-Anne also discusses social media and connection to people and shares ideas on how to reach to you sphere 55 times every year. Last, Mary-Anne discusses how much time should an agent spend in lead generation activities. Please follow Mary-Anne on Instagram here. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Get your seat for our first ever Live Event The Blueprint to Become A Top Agent In 2025 here. Mary-Anne Gillespie can be reached at admin@redapplecoaching.ca This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks.

In this episode Real Estate Video Coach Kim Rittberg talks about how to use AI to create the best content to grow your real estate business. Kim also talks about how AI can hurt your business if not used correctly and how to avoid that. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Get your seat for our first ever Live Event The Blueprint to Become A Top Agent In 2025 here. To grab Kim’s free download “5 Videos Every Agent Needs to Sell More Homes” - click here. Follow Kim on Instagram. Subscribe to Kim on YouTube. Listen to Kim’s 5 minute mini-master classes on marketing every Friday on The Exit Interview with Kim Rittberg podcast. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks.

In this episode Real Estate Video Coach Kim Rittberg will talk about 3 videos you can make during the holiday season that will help your business grow in 2025. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Get your seat for our first ever Live Event The Blueprint to Become A Top Agent In 2025 here. Grab her free 10 tips to video that sells more homes + bonus ‘Get Confident On Camera’. Follow Kim on Instagram. Subscribe to Kim on YouTube. Listen to Kim’s 5 minute mini-master classes on marketing every Friday on The Exit Interview with Kim Rittberg podcast. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

We are excited and proud to announce that our first live event for listeners is scheduled for Jan 7, 2025! We have amazing speakers lined up to help provide all the tools you need for your best year ever: Lead Generation, Leveraging Social Media Video, and Strategic Business Planning! Learn more about the event here. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks.