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Keeping It Real Podcast • Secrets Of Top 1% REALTORS ® • Interviews With Real Estate Brokers & Agents

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Compass Vs Zillow – What Is The Lawsuit All About? • Unpopular Real Estate Opinions • Chris Linsell

Welcome to our monthly feature Unpopular Real Estate Opinions with Chris Linsell. In this episode, Chris explains Clear Cooperation Policy and together with DJ they debate about whether sellers should have full control over property marketing. Chris also discusses Compass vs. Zillow Lawsuit. Chris and DJ discuss real estate market information access and the potential need for a centralized, public real estate information repository. Chris discusses the role of local real estate agents emphasizin...

Jun 27, 202548 min

How To Fix Your Upper Limit Problem • The Inner Game of Real Estate Success • Paul Salter

Welcome to our new series The Inner Game of Real Estate Success with the high-performance hypnotherapist and mindset coach Paul Salter. What if every time you got close to that next big breakthrough—more sales, more freedom, more wealth—you unknowingly sabotaged it? In this episode, we explore the Upper Limit Problem and how your subconscious beliefs could be capping your potential. Learn to recognize the invisible thermostat that’s keeping you stuck and how to rewire it for next-level growth. I...

Jun 26, 202537 min

Are Rates Too High To Buy Right Now? • Learn With A Lender • Christian Bachelder

Welcome to another episode of Learn With A Lender with Christian Bachelder! In this episode Christian discusses current market conditions and interest rates. Christian shares long-term real estate investment strategies and advises on how to build generational wealth through real estate. Next, Christian shares tips for buyers navigating the current mortgage landscape. Last, Christian talks about real estate investment principles emphasizing the importance of purchase price over interest rates. If...

Jun 25, 202535 min

How To Showcase To Clients You Are The Right Agent To Work With • Video Boot Camp for Real Estate Professionals • Kim Rittberg

In this episode Real Estate Video Coach Kim Rittberg shares content and messaging ideas to show people you are worth the investment. 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! Check out Kim Rittberg's REAL ESTATE VIDEO KICKSTART. 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 Ri...

Jun 24, 202513 min

Open House Secrets Of Top 1% Agents • Mary-Lou Dingman

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...

Jun 12, 202557 min

A Top 1% Agent’s Daily Routine • Amy Duong Kim

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 dis...

Jun 10, 202554 min

The Follow Up Strategies Of Top Producers • Better Your Business With Ben • Ben Lalez

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, c...

Jun 05, 202536 min

Lending Products Every Real Estate Agent Needs To Know • Learn With A Lender • Christian Bachelder

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 i...

May 30, 202530 min

Priming Your Mind With Paul Salter • The Inner Game of Real Estate Success • Paul Salter

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 ove...

May 29, 202530 min

What Content To Make When The Market Is Uncertain • Video Boot Camp for Real Estate Professionals • Kim Rittberg

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.

May 28, 202513 min

Private Listing Network – Should You Use It? • Unpopular Real Estate Opinions • Chris Linsell

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...

May 28, 202539 min

The Key To Your Next 100k In Income • Matt Miale

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 an...

May 26, 20251 hr 10 min

‭How To Generate More Luxury Real Estate Business • Monday Market Minute ‭• Carrie McCormick

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 h...

May 19, 202525 min

Financial Strategies For Real Estate Agents • Brandon Green

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 p...

May 16, 20251 hr

Three Traps Real Estate Agents Must Avoid • Shawn Kunkler

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 focu...

May 15, 20251 hr 5 min

Three Social Media Videos You Should Make Today • Kim Rittberg

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 wit...

Apr 30, 2025

How Tariffs & Political Events Affect Home Loan Rates • Learn With A Lender • Christian Bachelder

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 strat...

Apr 29, 202548 min

How To Get Out Of Your Own Way – Mindset • Paul Salter

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 o...

Apr 28, 202558 min

What Do Developers Look For When Choosing A Real Estate Agent? • Carrie McCormick

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 relationship...

Apr 25, 202546 min

Why Every Real Estate Agent Needs A Joy Audit • Lindsay Dreyer

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 ...

Apr 24, 202551 min

Live Coaching Session With Brent Scott & Kiki Parmar • The Agent Wheel

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 ...

Apr 23, 20251 hr 2 min

How To Beat Facebook & Instagram Algorithm For More Real Estate Leads • Rachel Adams Lee

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 yo...

Apr 18, 202555 min

How To Use ChatGPT To Make Better Videos • Video Boot Camp for Real Estate Professionals • Kim Rittberg

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 Bl...

Apr 17, 202515 min

Breaking News From NAR – Changes To Clear Cooperation • Unpopular Real Estate Opinions • Chris Linsell

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 t...

Apr 04, 202548 min

How To Have Mega Open Houses • Zach Geisendorfer

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 ...

Apr 02, 20251 hr 9 min

How To Find Real Estate Client Opportunities EVERYWHERE • Better Your Business With Ben • Ben Lalez

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 312.7...

Mar 28, 202538 min

Buy A Property Every Single Year • Learn With A Lender • Christian Bachelder

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...

Mar 27, 202541 min

Social Media Videos You Can Make RIGHT NOW • Kim Rittberg

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 prom...

Mar 21, 20251 hr 3 min

Live Coaching Session With Brent Scott & Melanie Miller • The Agent Wheel

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. Thi...

Mar 19, 202558 min

How A +100M Producer Kills It In Low Inventory & High Rate Market • Danielle Dowell

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 ...

Mar 17, 202540 min
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