Tune in to the Drive with NAR podcast as host Marki Lemons Rhyal engages in an inspiring conversation with NAR Good Neighbor Award winner Ed Gardner and Broker Engagement Committee Chair Antje Gehrken. Discover how their community service efforts are making a difference and learn how real estate professionals can create a community impact. This episode highlights the importance of being a good neighbor and the positive effects community service can have on your real estate business. Meet the Gue...
Jun 02, 2025•17 min
This episode of The Safety Series covers ways to help your remodeling clients protect both their physical and financial safety—while also maximizing their home renovation ROI. Host Tracey Hawkins and guests Brendon DeSimone and Blayne Pacelli discuss how real estate professionals can help their clients make smart home renovation decisions, which renovation mistakes to avoid, and vetting home contractors who can do the job right. They'll also explain how leveraging tools like NAR’s Remodeling Imp...
May 19, 2025•15 min
The REALTOR® organization’s strength lies in how the local, state and national levels work together to amplify advocacy, streamline ethics enforcement and enhance member resources. In this episode, recorded live at the AE Institute, Drive with NAR podcast host Marki Lemons Ryhal speaks with NAR President Kevin Sears , Senior Vice President of Industry Relations Jarrod Grasso and Denver Metro Association of REALTORS® CEO Brendan Bailey. Learn how this collaborative structure ensures a unified REA...
Apr 25, 2025•27 min
What happens when two real estate appraisers give different values for the same property ? In this episode, broker Lutalo McGee and appraiser Maureen Sweeney join host Marki Lemons Ryhal to explain the real estate appraisal process, why home appraisals can vary, and how real estate agents can effectively communicate with appraisers to help ensure accurate home valuations. Learn tips for preparing for a home appraisal, how to handle a low appraisal, and when to request a reconsideration of value....
Mar 28, 2025•19 min
Host Tracey Hawkins delves into the critical role of negotiation leverage in real estate transactions, focusing on how to protect your client’s interests at the negotiating table. Joined by experts Matthew Rathbun and Amy Steele , discover key strategies to avoid common pitfalls, safeguard your client's bargaining power and enhance your negotiation skills. Learn about the impact of digital security, social media and AI on real estate transactions, and gain practical tips to ensure both safety an...
Mar 14, 2025•24 min
The real estate cycle doesn’t always follow typical patterns. You may experience a surge or a dip in business at the times you least expect. It’s unclear whether the upcoming spring homebuying season will be busy or a bust. Are you prepared for whatever comes? Host Marki Lemons Ryhal talks to Chicago real estate leaders Kat Barry and Lateefa Neal about managing the unpredictability of the market and sticking to your individual formula for success. Meet the Guests... Kat Barry, CIPS, is a broker ...
Mar 03, 2025•19 min
Being a safety conscious real estate professional is essential for protecting yourself, your clients, and your transactions. It’s also a powerful way to show your expertise, build trust, and win more business. In this episode of the Safety Series, host Tracey Hawkins talks with Chris Atwell and Chris Garrett about strategies to incorporate buyer and seller safety into every interaction. Learn how to vet buyers, prevent wire fraud, safeguard vacant homes and approach FSBOs (For Sale by Owner) wit...
Feb 18, 2025•27 min
As an NAR member, you have exclusive access to world-class business resources, education, tools and real estate data that aren’t available to nonmembers. How do you leverage these benefits in a way that demonstrates your preparedness to work with clients in any transaction? Host Marki Lemons Ryhal talks with industry leaders Matt Difanis and Christina Pappas about the value of emphasizing your status as a member of the National Association of REALTORS® to buyers and sellers. They will explain ho...
Jan 31, 2025•24 min
Creating a sound REALTOR® Safety plan is as crucial as crafting a business plan for success. Join host Tracey Hawkins as she talks to real estate professionals Miguel Carreno and Susan Mertz about how to develop and maintain effective real estate agent safety plans. Learn strategies, tools, and resources for personal safety and agent emergency preparedness to ensure your real estate business thrives securely without reinventing the wheel. Meet the Guests Miguel Carreno is a broker with Allen Tat...
Jan 17, 2025•27 min
You’ve heard the saying, “Fail to plan—plan to fail.” Because so much of your success depends on how you spend your time, you need a plan for managing it wisely. But how do you craft a time management plan, including both your professional and personal time, in a way that works for you? Host Marki Lemons Ryhal learns from real estate pros Vanessa Franz Barnes and Natalie Davis how they took control of their schedules. Meet the Guests... Vanessa Franz Barnes , CIPS, SRES, is a broker-associate wi...
Jan 06, 2025•16 min
Recorded live at NAR NXT in Boston, host Tracey Hawkins and an insightful panel of real estate professionals discuss how to effectively manage emotions and de-escalate tense situations with clients and colleagues. Gain practical strategies and tools to maintain professionalism, ensure safety and foster positive client relationships, even in the most difficult interactions when emotions run high.
Dec 16, 2024•25 min
Inside the “Enchanted Library” [LINK], an interactive space from NAR’s consumer ad campaign, members attending the NAR NXT conference in Boston were asked to share stories of their greatest triumphs with clients. The tales were touching, like that of California real estate pro Denyse Wilson, who wrote about leveraging her network to help a widow and her four daughters get financing and find a new home in less than 30 days. These stories authentically fuel the consumer ad campaign’s message. So, ...
Dec 09, 2024•12 min
Although housing inventory is slowly improving, real estate professionals may have clients who feel frustrated with the lack of options on the market. Marki and her solutions-driven guests share ways to reassure your clients that they, too, can realize their dreams of homeownership. They also share their ideas of how real estate professionals can offer inventory solutions where they live. Understand why the housing inventory in the U.S. has been low and what that means for first-time home buyers...
Dec 02, 2024•19 min
NAR Senior Counsel Deanne Rymarowicz highlights the essential dos and don’ts for working with buyers and sellers. From transparency in buyer agreements to ethical practices and state law compliance, this episode will help you navigate the practice changes resulting from NAR’s proposed settlement agreement. Stay informed with guidance and resources at facts.realtor .
Nov 19, 2024•14 min
Property managers rely on many skills to succeed—from savvy financial management to great customer service. But one of the most potentially dangerous tasks that property managers face is delivering eviction notices. Also, a strong rental market can present opportunities for bad actors, from scams to difficult tenants. Host Tracey Hawkins talks to two experts from the “Show-Me” state of Missouri to hear their experiences and share actionable tips to use stellar skills to manage tough situations i...
Nov 15, 2024•21 min
David Berenbaum, deputy assistant secretary for housing counseling at U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, shares insights on how housing counselors can help close deals and offers advice on ensuring fair housing for all Americans.
Nov 10, 2024•16 min
Leo Pareja talks about managing liability risks at eXp, the benefits of the U.S. MLS system compared to international markets, and the challenges he faced selling his mom's house in Belize—revealing the importance of efficient real estate practices.
Nov 10, 2024•18 min
Robert Morris, broker and renowned real estate trainer, talks about the changing industry, how brokers can lead through transition, the value of designations and certifications, and the one course every agent should take to elevate their business.
Nov 10, 2024•16 min
Bryan Greene, vice president of policy advocacy for the National Association of REALTORS®, reflects on NAR’s advocacy successes and challenges from the 2024 elections, shares key policy discussions for 2025, and explores what’s needed to close the growing racial homeownership gap.
Nov 10, 2024•13 min
Industry veteran Kevin Brown reflects on his 44-year career, discusses the challenges ahead as he prepares to lead NAR in 2026, and shares a message of resilience for real estate professionals navigating uncertain times.
Nov 09, 2024•17 min
Dr. Jessica Lautz, deputy chief economist and vice president of research at the National Association of REALTORS®, breaks down NAR’s latest Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, discusses buyer resilience and shifting market power for sellers, and offers advice on what real estate professionals should look for when interpreting market data.
Nov 09, 2024•15 min
NAR President Kevin Sears dives into the energy at NAR NXT and shares candid reflections on the state of the real estate industry, personal leadership lessons and the conversations shaping the future.
Nov 09, 2024•19 min
NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun shares his predictions on economic policy under the newly elected president, discusses the affordability crisis, weighs in on potential Fed rate cuts and assesses the housing inventory landscape going into 2025 and beyond.
Nov 09, 2024•17 min
You’ve worked hard to earn real estate certifications and designations to stay competitive in today’s real estate market. But how can you turn your professional designations into real value for your clients? Broker-associate Jay Quigley from Tampa, Florida and broker-owner Charlene Roberge from Springfield, Ohio join host Marki Lemons Ryhal to discuss the strategies they use to show the benefits of working with a certified professional. This episode is sponsored by NAR's Center for REALTOR® Deve...
Nov 01, 2024•18 min
Smart homes can offer a wealth of conveniences and customized experiences for your clients. However, smart home devices also can serve as an entry point for cyber criminals to access your clients’ sensitive data. Host Tracey Hawkins discusses with two real estate pros in the smart home market how to highlight the conveniences while mitigating the potential risks.
Oct 16, 2024•18 min
Sometimes, a pause in your business is exactly what you need to refresh and renew. Whether because of an illness, family emergency, vacation or an unplanned life event, you should set your business up so you can commit to “turning off.” But you may need to combat the fear of loosening the reins and turning your clients over to someone else while you’re gone. Host Marki Lemons Ryhal and two real estate pros discuss smart ways to step aside when you need to take a break from your business. This ep...
Oct 07, 2024•21 min
Safety in the real estate profession is often framed around the perspective of residential agents. But commercial agents also need to think about their well-being in the field. Commercial agents deal with different kinds of clients, properties and transactions, so they have distinct safety considerations. Host Tracey Hawkins discusses the nuances between residential and commercial safety with two commercial agents who discuss the precautions they take. This episode is sponsored by FOREWARN. Link...
Sep 16, 2024•22 min
“Psychological safety,” the concept of an open environment in which you feel comfortable speaking up about anything that bothers you, is a growing conversation in the real estate industry. How can brokers create psychological safety within their companies, and what can agents do to support this culture? Host Marki Lemons Ryhal discusses with two safety and wellness experts who say REALTOR® Safety Month is the perfect time to start thinking about your plan. Get more real estate safety resources a...
Sep 09, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 44
Now that practice changes are part of a new reality for your real estate business, what does it look like to move forward with confidence as you adjust your operations and conversations with home buyers and sellers? You’re likely prepared for the potential challenges, but you also need to focus on where the opportunities lie. Host Marki Lemons Ryhal discusses with two broker-owners how real estate professionals can navigate the road ahead.
Sep 03, 2024•21 min
Cybercrime, including phishing scams, fake online property schemes and wire fraud, is a major threat to the real estate industry. Yet most consumers say real estate professionals are not educating them enough about the risks, according to recent data. You need to have conversations with your clients about cybersecurity , set expectations for how you will operate and create a plan of action in case you encounter something suspicious, like a potentially fake email. What’s the best way to approach ...
Aug 20, 2024•25 min
