ReminderMedia proudly presents the Stay Paid Podcast. We help agents & entrepreneurs master the latest business trends to unlock growth and create a life of freedom. Along with a healthy dose of motivation and inspiration, hosts Luke Acree and Josh Stike tackle business-building subjects like lead generation and retention, digital marketing and social media tactics, and the revenue-producing potential of relationships within your sphere. Each episode aims to provide listeners with tangible s ...
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Explore the dynamic world of real estate with HomeSmart's "The Real State Podcast." Offering insights, smart strategies, and success stories to empower agents and accelerate your business. Stay ahead in the ever-evolving real estate landscape with expert advice and practical tips from seasoned professionals.
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From Zero to 120 Deals: How This New Agent Took Over His Market
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30:19He joined real estate in 2023 and has already closed over 120 transactions—without a massive sphere or years of experience. In this episode of Stay Paid, Tim Bushnell from Acree Brothers Realty in Lynchburg, VA, shares the exact action plan he followed to crush 40 deals his first year and then double it the next. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✅ Why starting…
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How to Build and Grow a High-Volume Team - with Haakim Byrd
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43:37In this episode, we sit down with Haakim Byrd to uncover the strategies behind building and scaling a high-performing real estate team. Whether you're starting out or ready to scale, this conversation is packed with actionable insights to help you grow with purpose and efficiency. ► Find HomeSmart's Podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2xjtOyF…
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She Generates Half Her Business from Instagram | Marie Boatsman’s Proven Strategy
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33:28Want to stand out and get more listings—even in a frozen market? Then take notes from this episode with Marie Boatsman, a real estate powerhouse who built her business on referrals, community outreach, and creative video marketing. Marie blends killer listing content with relationship-driven client care, delivering everything from subscription-styl…
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The Domino’s Tracker Approach to Real Estate: Why It Works (Sheila Reddy)
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30:17Lead gen isn’t your problem. Your client experience is. In this Stay Paid episode, Sheila Reddy, founder and CEO of Mosaik, joins us to share how she transitioned from healthcare leadership to building one of the most client-focused real estate platforms on the market. What started as a frustration with her own homebuying experiences has turned int…
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Jason Pantana’s AI Playbook for Real Estate Success
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43:56AI isn’t just coming—it’s here, and it’s already changing the way the top real estate pros do business. This week on Stay Paid, we welcome back Jason Pantana, marketing coach and Tom Ferry speaker, for a deep dive into the AI strategies every real estate agent must understand to stay competitive. From ChatGPT and Claude to CapCut and Canva, Jason s…
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She Drove Uber to Survive the Market—Now She’s a Top Agent Again (Renee Burke)
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34:28From Uber Driver to Top Producer: Renee Burke’s Story of Grit, Growth & Giving When the market slowed, Renee Burke didn’t give up—she pivoted. A former stay-at-home mom turned real estate agent, Renee built her business with her husband flipping homes. But when the flips stopped and interest rates soared, she had to find new ways to connect and sta…
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Why Most Agents Are Failing (NextHome Co-CEOs James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson)
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43:3071% of Agents Aren’t Closing Deals—How to Be in the Top 29% With market uncertainty, commission shakeups, and lead-gen costs rising, many agents are frozen—but not the best ones. In this episode, NextHome Co-CEOs James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson get real about what agents MUST do to survive and thrive in today’s chaotic market. 🚨 Key Takeaways: Wh…
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The Google Review Strategy That Landed 61 Deals (and Costs Nothing)
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25:32🔥 61 Deals from Google Reviews?! Here’s EXACTLY How They Did It They doubled their reviews in one year and are on pace for 100+ deals from inbound Google traffic in 2025. Cody Smith and Stephen Acree of Acree Brothers Realty Team break down the exact system that earned them 61 transactions last year from Google leads alone. You’ll learn how to requ…
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Exclusive Real Estate Insights from a Top Colorado Agent
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1:06:28Todd and Rich are joined today by Top Colorado Agent Nicole Galluzzo. ► Find HomeSmart's Podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2xjtOyF Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0KiiNFiGXjCgsEgvl68333?si=6641aef591924fb1 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfUgMt6VAfHF1yzJhKx1m_6wkwKkRDKRw ► About HomeSmart InternationalWebsite: https://www…
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Stop Setting “SMART” Goals—Why the Best Agents Set Stupid Goals (Verl Workman)
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30:11Ditch Smart Goals—Set Stupid Ones with Verl Workman Tired of chasing “realistic” growth that never moves the needle? Verl Workman says it’s time to get stupid. In this game-changing episode, Verl—a speaker, author, and the CEO of Workman Success Systems—shares how the most successful agents scale their businesses using “stupid goals,” team speciali…
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The $150M Agent Strategy That Creates Clients for LIFE (Allan Dalton)
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53:43Are you stuck chasing the next transaction while your past clients disappear? Industry legend Allan Dalton—former CEO of Realtor.com and SVP at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices—joins Stay Paid to reveal the exact strategy top agents use to create lifelong clients (and stop paying referral fees for leads they should already own). 💡 What You’ll Learn:…
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CIRCLE PROSPECTING for Real Estate: How We Closed 25 Deals Using THIS Script!
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27:16💰 Want more listings? The secret is in your phone. Too many real estate agents overlook Circle Prospecting—but not today! On this episode of Stay Paid, Cody Smith & Stephen Acree of Acree Brothers Realty Team break down exactly how they’ve closed 25 deals (and counting!) using a simple yet powerful cold-calling strategy. 🎙 What You’ll Learn: ✅ How …
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🔥 The Wealth Playbook: How to Retire Rich & Happy! [Tom Hegna’s Proven Strategy]
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26:42Want to retire with financial freedom and zero stress? You need a strategy, not just savings. In this episode, we sit down with Tom Hegna, one of the most respected retirement and wealth-building experts in the industry, to break down the simple yet powerful steps to building wealth and securing your retirement. 🎙 What you’ll learn: ✅ The #1 mistak…
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⚡Act Now: Agents, Seize the Debt Crisis Opportunity (David Camp)
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41:13Are you missing out on hidden opportunities in the real estate market? David Camp, CEO of HomeScout and head of growth at Realty.com, shares how data analytics and market intelligence can unlock high-value leads—including homeowners struggling with debt. In this episode, you'll discover: How consumer debt stress creates new listing opportunities Wh…
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Open Houses: The EXACT Plan That Closed 18 Deals
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37:32Stephen Acree and Cody Smith of Acree Brothers Realty Team, the #1 agency in Lynchburg, Virigina, share expert open house strategies to attract top-tier listings, engage buyers, and convert visitors into clients. Learn how to get agents to send you the best opportunities, use a genius approach to involve neighbors and boost interest, and master a f…
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How to Be Successful as a Real Estate Agent [3 NONNEGOTIABLE Principles]
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36:50Are you tired of hosting open houses that fail to generate quality leads and appointments? Rob Stein, one of the nation’s leading authorities in real estate education, shares proven strategies to help you get more out of each of these events. Plus, you’ll learn the real reason why agents continue to fail at an astounding rate (it’s not just the mar…
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Lessons in Team Building from a Champion NASCAR Pit Crew Chief
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28:23We’re talking with Shaun Peet, a top NASCAR pit crew coach who trains elite teams, including those competing in this year’s Daytona 500! Drawing from his experience, he cofounded DECK Leadership, a company focused on improving the workplace through diversity, efficiency, culture, and kindness. Listen to learn how to build a valued crew, foster next…
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President of Realty ONE Group: “Thriving Agents Are Doing These 4 Things”
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27:39Amid a market where the majority of real estate agents are struggling, Realty ONE Group’s Cory Jo Vasquez shares powerful strategies to help them thrive. Learn the one thing to know before spending on marketing, how you can generate leads with zero cash flow, and why habits and routines are key to long-term success. Don’t miss this must-watch episo…
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How to Identify & Engage with the 10% of Your Sphere of Influence That Will Buy Next Year
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47:25In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Young, founder of Fello, to dive deep into the untapped potential sitting in every real estate agent’s database. Learn how to clean and optimize your database, create meaningful engagement, and master the conversations that lead to more listings. Whether you're a new agent or a seasoned pro, this episode is pa…
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A Roundtable with Insurance-Industry Leaders on Productivity and Wealth
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53:15Join us for a power-packed conversation with some of the insurance industry’s top leaders: Alex Branning, founder of Agent CRM; Nick Bravo, CEO of Level Up Marketing; and Nate Auffort, an agency owner and founder of SWAT Training (Strategic Wealth Accumulation Tactics) who also runs the SWAT conference for insurance professionals. Topics include th…
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Real Estate Coach for Ryan Serhant Shares Instagram Strategy That Generates $14M
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34:25We sit down with Dan MacKinnon, a powerhouse real estate coach and mentor, who is also on the staff of Ryan Serhant’s Sell It sales training program. Dan shares his content strategy for generating the Instagram leads that make up 70% of his multimillion dollar annual sales, what so many agents fail to do that causes their marketing to fall short, a…
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Priceless Email Marketing Tips to Boost Open Rates and Engagement
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33:00Jay Schwedelson (founder of GURU Media Hub) is offering expert advice and actionable tips that you can immediately use to take your email marketing to the next level. Discover how to craft subject lines that boost open rates, create irresistible CTAs that drive clicks, and successfully engage new leads. Plus, we’re busting common email marketing my…
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Supercharge Your Sphere of Influence - with ReminderMedia
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1:12:42Join Todd and Rich as they chat with Luke Acree of ReminderMedia. ► Find HomeSmart's Podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2xjtOyFSpotify: https://spoti.fi/31YSEIKYouTube: • The Real State Podcast ► About HomeSmart InternationalWebsite: http://www.HomeSmart.comBlog: http://www.HomeSmart.com/blog►Connect with HomeSmart International Real Estate I…
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How We Closed 40 Transactions from Absentee Owners
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39:35Stephen Acree of Acree Brothers Realty Team shares the exact strategies his team used to find, pitch, and close 40 deals with absentee owners last year. Discover what motivates absentee owners to sell and the importance of having the right data, building trust, and committing to full transparency. Plus, get actionable tips on pitching, real estate …
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Unlocking Secrets to Off-Market Deals and High-End Clients
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30:14In this episode, Frank Isoldi, a top luxury real estate agent in New Jersey, shares invaluable insights from his 30-year career. Learn how to break into the lucrative luxury market, uncover off-market properties, and master the art of building authentic, lead-generating relationships. Plus, get his expert take on how AI will shape the future of rea…
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From Navy Officer to CEO: When Military Discipline Meets Business Strategy
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45:05In this episode, Aaron Sheeks, CEO of PureCars, shares actionable insights on strategic growth, leadership, and data-driven marketing. Learn how to build a thriving culture, align your team's efforts with ambitious goals, and leverage customer data to revolutionize your advertising’s effectiveness. Aaron’s advice, drawn from his entrepreneurial jou…
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Viral Video Real Estate Sensation Shares His Strategy
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37:06In this episode, we unpack strategies for social media growth and dive into the story behind the viral video phenomenon Breathing Realtor®, which is rocking social media and real estate. We explore feeder markets—an underutilized lead-gen strategy—and how to navigate the tricky nuances of commission splits. And we reveal the one reason that explain…
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The Social Media Strategy That Built a Six-Figure Empire in 20 Minutes a Day
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40:21In this episode, Sandra Gebhardt, author of How to Go from Unknown to Famous Online Using Facebook & LinkedIn in Less Than 20 Minutes a Day, shares her social media strategy for building connections with top professionals, growing your influence, and generating referrals—without creating endless content. You’ll discover why entrepreneurs need to re…
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2025 Housing Market: Insights from HomeSmart’s Top Executives
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40:19Prepare to thrive in the 2025 housing market with expert insights from HomeSmart’s Todd Sumney and Rich La Rue. This week, we dive into managing your client relationships in ways PROVEN to build your business. Plus, you’ll discover the two critical elements to success that many agents are overlooking, contributing to the industry’s high failure rat…
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How to Get More Referrals with Less Work and Fewer Calls
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37:08Learn how to boost your referrals in 2025—without dreaded client calls! Skye Michiels, top real estate agent turned founder of With Heart Coaching, explains how to transform the way you nurture your sphere so that client interactions feel rewarding and not awkward. Discover how to create a relationship-driven CRM, ask for help in ways that make you…
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How to Ask for and Actually Get Top-Quality Referrals
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35:42Ready to increase your client referrals? In this episode, referral expert Dan Allison, founder of the Advisory Development Community and The Exchange, shares a powerful, psychology-based three-part strategy—complete with sample scripts—that will teach you how to inspire and guide your clients to connect you with qualified leads. Plus, find out why …
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Todd and Rich are joined today by Clara Capano. She shares her ninja-selling secrets, key tactics to use in today's market, and important mindset shifts. ► About HomeSmart InternationalWebsite: https://www.HomeSmart.comBlog: https://www.HomeSmart.com/blog►Connect with HomeSmart International Real Estate Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homesmar…
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The Confidence Method: A Self-Discovery Journey to Break Limiting Beliefs
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41:53This week, we present a compelling conversation about self-discovery and authenticity. Executive coach and keynote speaker Rocky Garza shares his transformative “confidence method”—a framework for personal and professional growth that has helped thousands break through limiting beliefs, align their strengths with their values, and lead with confide…
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Stop Chasing Trends: Find the Marketing That’s Right for You
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32:38We’re talking with Ann Morgan, an agent from Stillwater, Oklahoma, about simplifying your marketing by sticking with strategies that work. You'll discover two unique post ideas that will increase your social media engagement and learn why the success of client and community events isn’t about attendance numbers but something more meaningful. Plus, …
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Untapped Opportunities: Certifications That Could Transform Your Career
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35:00If you’re looking for practical ways to expand your knowledge, attract more clients, and stand out from the competition, this episode is a must. Dennis and Teresa Walsh, experts in residential construction, new home sales, and real estate marketing, have created Certified New Home Specialist, Residential Remodeling Specialist, and Residential Const…
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How to Work on Your Business, Not Just in Your Business
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36:13Tami Bonnell, cochair of EXIT Realty Corp. International and a top leader in real estate, shares the key habits behind her success, a powerful strategy for creating a consistent, proactive action plan that ensures you work on your business, not in your business, tips for staying ahead of market trends, and examples of converting data into business …
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$70M CEO’s Perspective on Scaling a Company to New Heights
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36:42We’re exploring how to identify your next big move and scale your business to new heights. We dive into the incredible story of a company that grew from a start-up to one of the Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private companies in America, now valued at $70M. We also discuss the power of Grant Cardone’s 10X360 Platform and share a vital lesson in leaders…
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The Transformative 4-Second Team-Building Experience
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33:41Dave Albin, CEO of Firewalk Productions, shares valuable insights on how firewalking fosters deep team connections through experiencing vulnerability and shared achievement. Hear stories from 20 years of working with Tony Robbins, learn how recalling past successes helps overcome challenges, and discover why building a supportive community is vital…
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Supercharging your social media engine - with Adam Cardinal
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1:01:38Today Todd and Rich are joined by Adam Cardinal. They discuss how to supercharge your social media engine. ► Find HomeSmart's Podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2xjtOyFSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0KiiNFiGXjCgsEgvl68333?si=6641aef591924fb1YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfUgMt6VAfHF1yzJhKx1m_6wkwKkRDKRw► About HomeSmart …
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CEO of HomeServices of America Offers Lesson in Leadership, Discipline, and Mindset
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43:23Gino Blefari, CEO of HomeServices of America, shares key insights from his rise as a top industry leader. Listeners looking for practical leadership tactics will learn the powerful strategy he used to recruit 1,000 agents in 18 months, the daily routine that fuels his mindset, and his perspective on leading a disciplined and motivated team, especia…
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How Masterfully Effective Leaders Communicate
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20:51In this Stay Paid episode, we sit down with John Terry, founder of Black Belt Leadership, to tackle a key challenge—effective leadership communication. Learn the four types of communication preferences, the common mistakes leaders make when providing feedback, and the essential foundation for gaining your team’s trust and respect. If you're strivin…
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Discover the Secrets to Truly Effective Client Gifts
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47:25Building strong client relationships is crucial to business success, but the benefits often take time. In this episode, Jeff Jackel and Jay O'Brien of Client Giant share how thoughtful gift giving can create memorable moments that strengthen loyalty. You'll learn the importance of timing and messaging, how to amplify the impact of client gifts by t…
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Allan Dalton Proclaims the Compelling Value of Buyer Agents
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58:46Real estate industry veteran Allan Dalton shares practical advice from his new book, Buyer Agent Be Aware, which focuses on helping buyer agents clearly communicate their value in an evolving market. Listen in to learn a three-part strategy for advancing beyond the latest industry disruption, tips for discussing compensation with confidence, and ho…
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The “Do More” Mindset: Your Shortcut to Success
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36:08Are you tired of settling for mediocrity? Are you ready to unlock your full potential and achieve extraordinary success? In this week's episode, we sit down with John Wetmore, author of Do More Now, Get Better Later. John shares his inspiring journey and reveals the secrets to achieving remarkable results. Discover the power of his "DO MORE" mindse…
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The Entrepreneur’s Dilemma: The Business of Balancing Focus and Growth
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44:19Being a successful entrepreneur demands constant adaptation, especially when facing the challenges that come with business growth. Our own business has encountered stalled growth after years of expansion, leading us to reflect on the reasons behind it. In this candid conversation, we explore the unsettling consequences of introducing new elements t…
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The Raw Truth about Why So Many Insurance Agents Fail
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20:44This week. Ellis Suazo, cofounder of the Wealth Academy, shares the real reasons why insurance agents fail and what it takes to overcome the hidden challenges. Discover the critical difference between being an entrepreneur and an intrapreneur, the most valuable investment you can make in your career, and the one thing leaders can’t shy away from wh…
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Working with Buyers and Sellers in the New World of Real Estate - With Leigh Brown
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1:00:25Today Todd and Rich are joined by Leigh Brown. They discuss how to navigate working with buyers and sellers in today's market. ►Connect with Leigh Brown Instagram: @LeighThomasBrown Facebook: @LeighBrownSpeaker YouTube: @LeighBrownSpeaker Podcast Website ► Find HomeSmart's Podcast: Apple Spotify YouTube ► About HomeSmart Website Blog ►Connect with …
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Systemize Your Success: Real Estate by the Numbers
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36:00Grigory Pekarsky, cofounder of Vesta Preferred Realty, offers a compelling case for why you need to systematize your real estate business. By combining efficiency and excellence, his team has been recognized by RealTrends Verified as Illinois' #1 independent real estate team by volume since 2021. Join us to discover the three most important element…
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A Masterclass in Commercial Real Estate, Serving and Helping Others, and How Goal Setting Can Help You Achieve Happiness & Personal Success
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51:24Join Todd and Rich as they chat with Jeff Hammond. Jeff shares his inspiring success story with commercial real estate and how goal setting can help you achieve happiness & personal success. ► Find HomeSmart's Podcast: Apple Spotify YouTube ► About HomeSmart Website Blog ►Connect with HomeSmart Instagram: @HomeSmart Facebook: @HomeSmar…
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Authenticity: The Key to Attracting Leads on Social Media
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27:35In this episode of Stay Paid, we’re privileged to speak with BAM contributor Alyssa McIntyre, who shares how she’s managed to develop her social media strategy to the point where Instagram has become her top lead source for homebuyers and sellers as well as agent-to-agent referrals. Join us to hear the really smart advice Alyssa received that helpe…
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