Melissa has been in sales for 15 years, negotiating, client acquisition, as well as client fulfillment. She has owned several different businesses and has learned how to really extract what her clients want and need and finds the best ways to serve them. She has helped them grow their businesses, make more money, improve their relationships, turn their health around and find the right match for these needs. These skills are what she uses to help her clients find their dream home, investment prop...
Feb 10, 2022•40 min
Jennifer Seeno Tucker is an Associate Broker at EXP Realty located in Nassau County, New York. She is the co-creator of The 7 Saturday’s Training Program for local real estate agents. She has helped dozens of real estate agents transition from paycheck employee to a flourishing career as a sole proprietor in real estate. Jennifer has also guided many real estate agents throughout their careers and helped them stay focused in meeting their goals as business owners. Jennifer is an International Be...
Jan 20, 2022•33 min
Stacey Brown Randall is the multiple award-winning author of Generating Business Referrals Without Asking , host of the Roadmap to Grow Your Business podcast and national speaker. She has had the privilege of helping real estate agents at eXP Realty, RE/MAX, Keller Williams, Real Living Real Estate, Windemere Real Estate, The Group Inc. and many others in the real estate industry such as mortgage brokers, home stagers and more. Stacey has been featured in national publications like Entrepreneur ...
Jan 06, 2022•50 min
Kama Burton is a Speaker and Trainer, with an emphasis on Leadership, Motivation, Fair Housing Practices and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Her passion for teaching has opened an opportunity and she has been teaching as an Adjunct Professor at Moreno Valley Community College teaching a pre-licensed Real Estate Course since 2018. Kama believes in leadership and serves on her local Board since 2015 and is excited to be the 2021 President-Elect Inland Valley Association REALTORS®. At the State(C...
Dec 16, 2021•46 min•Ep. 37
I have always wanted to do volunteer work but have always struggled to take the first step. Recently, I had the chance to speak with Kama Burton on the podcast where she shared about how she was incorporating volunteer work into her business, and this really inspired me to be more proactive about exploring volunteer opportunities on things and causes that I truly care about. In this Real Estate Bytes episode, I am going to be talking about figuring out what you want to do passionately and being ...
Dec 10, 2021•6 min
Carrie J. Little from Smart Girl Media is a Digital Marketing strategist for the real estate industry. She teaches social media, data, and technology. CarMarc Realty Group was founded in 2017. Carrie, managing broker/owner has been in the business since 2001 working for one of the largest real estate firms in Chicagoland. With her background in technology, her goal is to work with agents that love technology, love helping families and individuals find a place to call home. The old idea of listin...
Dec 02, 2021•46 min•Ep. 36
Your success as a real estate agent comes down to having good habits. This is what I’m going to talk about in this episode of Real Estate Bytes. I will talk about why it’s important to take a look at what your day is like and identify what habits you can have to become a better agent to your clients. I will also share why it’s critical to know what’s important to your clients as you try to serve them better. Listen in! For Show Notes Click Here Tweetable Quotes: “People do business with people. ...
Oct 23, 2021•2 min
Lindsey Culver is a highly skilled and passionate realtor, equipped with extensive industry knowledge and 25+ years of customer service experience. Licensed since 2006, Lindsey has thoughtfully guided countless home buyers and sellers towards achieving their goals. She recognizes the personal and financial significance of real estate transactions, ensuring that clients are well-informed every step of the way. A relationship-builder at heart, Lindsey commits to providing superior communication, e...
Oct 02, 2021•38 min•Ep. 35
As realtors, we use a lot of different materials for marketing and connecting with clients. Sometimes, all we have to do is think “inside” the box and use these existing materials in different and more exciting ways! In this Real Estate Bytes episode, I am going to talk about how you can use common materials or activities, such as “Nice to Meet You!” cards and door-knocking in different ways so you can stand out from the rest. Listen in! [00:01 - 08:14] Think "Inside" the Boxes You Already Have ...
Sep 17, 2021•8 min
Lauren isn’t simply in the business of showing and selling houses. To her, dealing with real estate is holding a piece of people’s lives, histories, stories, and ancestry. She doesn't want to just show you houses, she wants to make finding your dream home an unforgettable experience. Lauren doesn’t want to merely sell your house, she wants to make the transition to the next stage a pleasant one. In love with Portland's weird and unique landscape, Lauren is dazzled by Portland's community, histor...
Sep 03, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 34
Podcasting is a growing platform not only in the real estate industry but also in the entire business world. In this Real Estate Bytes episode, I will be talking about why starting a podcast is one of the best ways to accelerate your business. I will talk about how you can connect with your customers, clients, or basically anyone through podcasting and why it is such a great way to network. I will also share some tips on starting your own podcast, from creating a title to choosing guests. Join m...
Aug 27, 2021•14 min
Content creation is one of the best ways to get more engagement from people and create connections with realtors and clients. The thing is, content creation in real estate does not always have to be so serious. It can get a little comical, too. Take it from today’s guest, Eric Simon a.ka. The Broke Agent. As a newly licensed real estate agent in Los Angeles, Eric had no idea what to do. He cold-called, door-knocked, and sat dead open houses twice a week to no success. So, he did what he always d...
Aug 19, 2021•59 min
Pinterest is one of the best platforms realtors can use to market and connect with clients. In this Real Estate Bytes episode, I will talk about the advantages of using Pinterest in real estate, and I will share some tips on how you can generate more results using the platform. I am going to cover different aspects of Pinterest, from account creation to board organization, so don’t miss this episode! Join me and listen in! FOR SHOW NOTES CLICK HERE Tweetable Quotes: “Repeat business is what we a...
Aug 13, 2021•10 min
Doors open when you knock. Take it from today’s guest, Steven Ross. Originally from Southern California, Steven began selling real estate there in 2005 - and for the last 12-plus years in Colorado. Steven says he is the “worst type of person to be a real estate agent” because he’s an introvert, he doesn’t work nights or weekends, you can’t find him online, and he doesn’t do parties or events he considers himself completely anti-social. Yet, he built a successful real estate business twice, doing...
Aug 05, 2021•42 min
Relationships in the real estate community are important. Simple ways to thank the co-op agent can go a long way. This is what I talk about in this Real Estate Bytes episode. I will share my thoughts on the impact of thanking your co-op agents even in the simplest of ways. I will also talk about the long-term effect of building camaraderie with co-op agents and why it’s something that we should be doing more of. Join me and listen in! CLICK HERE FOR SHOW NOTES You can connect with me, Tracey Hic...
Jul 30, 2021•3 min
Social media content creation is currently one of the best ways for your real estate business to achieve more. This is what Chelsea Peitz will talk about in this episode. Chelsea has spent 21 years in the real estate industry, with the last 5 focusing solely on helping real estate agents, brokerages, mortgage pros & title sales execs learn how to use The Socials to create a powerful personal brand (and get more biz!). She has presented at numerous nationally recognized real estate events inc...
Jul 23, 2021•53 min
There are days when you just feel like drinking wine and eating cake. Guess what, that’s totally fine! In business, we have to give ourselves grace and celebrate the wins. This is what I will talk about in this episode of Real Estate Bytes. I'm sharing my thoughts on why it’s okay to have guilty pleasures sometimes and why having bad days in business is a part of the process. Join me and listen in! Go to our site, click here for Show Notes! You can connect with me, Tracey Hicks, on LinkedIn and ...
Jul 16, 2021•6 min
Running a business or being in real estate can get chaotic at times. However, you can be more efficient and accomplish more by putting the right system in place. This is what Adi Klevit will talk about in this episode of the Getting Your Real Estate Life Together Podcast. Adi is the leader and visionary of Business Success Consulting Group. Her twenty-five years of knowledge and experience as a trained Industrial Engineer, management consultant, and business executive give her a unique understan...
Jul 02, 2021•29 min•Ep. 30
Gift-giving is a significant part of being in real estate, and it’s not just about closing. In this Real Estate Bytes episode, I will be talking about how you can take gift-giving to the next level. I will share some gift ideas and talk about why being true to yourself is the key to giving great gifts. Hop in on today’s Real Estate Byte and learn how you can give better gifts to your clients! CLICK HERE FOR SHOW NOTES Tweetable Quotes: "It’s not only about how they feel about getting the gift bu...
Jun 24, 2021•5 min•Ep. 56
As an agent, your mindset coupled with the relationships you build can make or break the deal that's in front of you. If you have the right team and community around you, you may be surprised by what you’ll be able to achieve. Eric Holmes, a long time Portlander, is an agent at Dwell Realty. A true house hunter, he is always on the lookout for the perfect house. He has mastered the art of networking to find the right houses for his buyers. If you’ve been tuning in, you know I believe that relati...
Jun 14, 2021•30 min•Ep. 55
I have way too much content, yep it’s possible! We realized we had so much content that we became paralyzed with what to share next. Today, let’s do a deep dive and talk about something that isn’t talked about enough in the real estate space; what do we do with the myriad of content options that we have, how do we go about organizing all of it, and what resources can help you. Listen in and hear us talk about what to do with all your content, how to organize it, and what NOT to do! For Show Note...
Jun 10, 2021•15 min•Ep. 54
When starting your Real Estate Life, the decisions you make can be so crucial, yet it’s also the most puzzling part of the journey. Keri Friedman is a passionate photographer living in Portland, OR. She’s constantly shooting whether it’s exploring and photographing abandoned places or capturing small moments while wandering her city. After a 25 year career in Marketing and PR, Keri recently made the leap into Real Estate. Very recently, in fact, just 7 weeks ago! In this episode, Keri and I talk...
Jun 03, 2021•38 min•Ep. 53
Social media is a significant part of any business, let alone in real estate. How you present yourself in social media is almost a make-or-break, and knowing how to use social media properly can lead you to more engagement, which then leads to more sales. In this episode of Real Estate Bytes, we’ll talk about social media etiquette! I’ll share the do’s and don'ts in commenting, posting, and messaging in social media. Social media etiquette may seem like a small thing, but I’m telling you - it’s ...
May 29, 2021•11 min•Ep. 52
Christy Marshall has two loves: people and homes. The matches just keep getting more and more exciting for her. I know Christy well because she's been with my brokerage (that I co-own with Chris Guinn III) Dwell Realty, and I can say that she nails it with collaboration as she works together with clients to provide them with the best options. She loves to be known as part of the “get-along gang,” as she makes working with her feel more like having fun with a friend. She has mastered being able t...
May 19, 2021•49 min•Ep. 51
As we all know, technology is an integral part of running a business in today's day and age. We must quickly adapt to the changes so that we won't get left behind. One of the many areas that have been a critical element to the success of today's businesses is their online presence. Your website or social media accounts help significantly get your name known to the world, but not everyone has the knack for managing them. Some even hire professionals to manage social platforms, but if you cannot h...
May 14, 2021•7 min•Ep. 50
Scale from 5 to 6 figures or 6 to 7 figures without losing your lifestyle. Jess Lenouvel has been a real estate agent for over 13 years and has built multiple 7-figure businesses in under 5 years with features in Forbes and Entrepreneur Magazine. Now, she uses her expertise to help Agents across the US, Canada, and Australia double their revenue and profits, without sacrificing time freedom while creating real impact. We to introduce Jess and dive into how she scaled her business, and how she no...
May 06, 2021•38 min•Ep. 49
What is your client’s name? Where do they live, where do they work, what are their interests? These are things we should know as agents. Rather than focus on being the ideal agent and having all the clients, today we drill down and figure out who YOUR ideal clients are, and how we can do that so that we can collectively improve your marketing strategies. So let’s dive in and start defining your ideal client! For show notes, view HERE You can connect with me, Tracey Hicks, on LinkedIn and Faceboo...
Apr 30, 2021•7 min•Ep. 48
Getting 5,000 followers overnight, LeAnn learned that there was a secret to gaining an online presence and it takes actions that many people don’t do. LeAnn is a Realtor in the Detroit area, specializing in wealth building for first-time home buyers and the millennial generation. As someone who continues to evolve in education, craft, and soul, she's taking over the real estate industry with style. In today's episode, we talk more about her story, her social justice efforts, and how to build you...
Apr 23, 2021•58 min•Ep. 47
How do you let people know that you’re in real estate? That might be an easy question to answer, but trust me, there’s more to it than it looks. In this episode, we're sharing some tips and tricks on how you can smooth-sail your way into the real estate game. And if you’re a Realtor who wants to get ahead, listen to this! Let's jump into today's episode and look at getting started for new agents. For show notes, visit HERE You can connect with me, Tracey Hicks, on LinkedIn and Facebook . Check o...
Apr 17, 2021•7 min•Ep. 46
If you’ve ever heard someone say they’re self-made, most likely they had a lot of people helping them along the way. Building a community is so important and for Shelley Zavitz it is key. Shelley is a full-time agent with Dwell Realty and works tirelessly for her clients to make sure transactions go smoothly. With her knowledge and skills, she is a stand out Portland Realtor and is also the author of her new book, Your First 365 Days in Real Estate . Let’s do a deep dive into Shelley’s experienc...
Apr 09, 2021•51 min•Ep. 45
