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Real Talk with Leigh Brown

Leigh Brown•www.leighbrown.com
Real Talk with Leigh Brown 🎙️ Formerly Crazy Sh*t in Real Estate Shatter the HGTV-induced veneer of real estate! On Real Talk with Leigh Brown, nothing’s off-limits. Whether it's the real estate roller coaster, housing policies that make no sense, or the unpredictable chaos of working with people, Leigh brings bold stories, smart perspective, and a whole lotta sass. It’s the truth behind the transactions, from deals that go sideways to the moments that remind you why this work matters. If you’ve ever felt like no one’s saying what really goes down in real estate... you just found your people. Pull up a chair. You’re in good company now. Never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com DM Leigh Brown on Instagram: @leighthomasbrown DM Leigh Brown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LeighBrownSpeaker/ DM Leigh Brown on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighthomasbrown/
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Episodes

262 - Memoirs Of A Developer with Willie Mandrell

In this episode, Willie shares a crazy story about buying a house full of cockroaches and explains why having a niche is the key to success in real estate. Tune in to get some insights into the mind of an experienced real estate developer. Key takeaways to listen for Establishing your niche Being a REALTOR in a small market Sources of knowledge Opportunities in a difficult market Creating a real estate investors group Resources mentioned in this episode The Millionaire Real Estate Investor Bosto...

Jun 15, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 262

261 - How To Build A Relationship With Sellers with Gary Boomershine

If you want to make it as a REALTOR, you have to dive all the way in, quit your full-time job and discover how deep your passion goes. In this episode, Gary talks about how he went from working in software start-up companies to real estate and shares his best strategies to make a sale. Key takeaways to listen for Real estate cycles How to target the deals you're looking for Sales model to solve differences with client Building relationships with sellers Resources mentioned in this episode Rich D...

Jun 10, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 261

260 - Increase Your Credit Score with Keith Chamish

If you're looking to improve your credit score or get some insights, this show is for you. Join us today to learn the importance of leaving buffer time for a house project and get some piece of advice on mortgage loans. Key takeaways to listen for Leaving buffer time How to qualify for a mortgage loan What boosts your Fico (c) Why getting the house before the car About Keith Chamish Keith, a Mortgage Loan Originator with Motto Mortgage, helps Real Estate Agents, Divorce Attorneys, Business Manag...

Jun 08, 2021•19 min•Season 1Ep. 260

259 - Make MORE Money By Paying An Agent with Wendy Mason

Listen in as Wendy shares a crazy story about someone getting his truck stolen, then explains why hiring an agent is important to protect your family’s generational wealth. Key takeaways to listen for Connecting people Why you need to hire an agent Protecting generational wealth Resources mentioned in this episode Never Eat Alone, Expanded and Updated: And Other Secrets to Success, One Relationship at a Time About Wendy Mason Wendy, who is known as ''The REAL ESTATE Therapist'' is an agent from ...

Jun 03, 2021•18 min•Season 1Ep. 259

258 - The Value Of A Real Estate Agent with Jennifer McMurray

Today, Jennifer shares a hilarious story involving a key and the toilet of a vacant rental unit for students. Tune in and learn what agents are actually paid for. Key takeaways to listen for Tax laws for primary residences Perspectives among buyers and agents The value of agents you never knew Agents who do the right thing About Jennifer McMurray A seasoned real estate investor, Jennifer started investing in house flips almost a decade ago with one goal: paying off student loans. In 5 years, Jen...

Jun 01, 2021•25 min•Season 1Ep. 258

257 - 1031 Exchange Goes Wrong with Kay Hightower

In this episode, Kay shares a story about someone getting blown up behind a pharmacy related to a 1031 exchange. Dial in to hear this crazy story and the lessons learned from it. Key takeaways to listen for Definition of 1031 1031 exchange story Qualified intermediaries Selecting an exchange intermediary Resources mentioned in this episode As I Lay Dying About Kay Hightower After purchasing a condo in 2006 for short-term rentals, Kay built a thriving business providing short-term rentals in Oxfo...

May 27, 2021•19 min•Season 1Ep. 257

256 - Investing Your Earned Income with Beth Azor

In this episode, Beth walks us through her journey to her first commercial retail investment and explains why it’s important to invest your earned income, rather than spending it. Join us today to learn about the conditions of the commercial retail market and be inspired to get started in the business. Key takeaways to listen for The need for capital Investing your earned income Bright spots of the commercial retail segment Drive-through restaurants About Beth Azor Beth is the founder and princi...

May 25, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 256

255 - Surviving REAL ESTATE Gracefully with Glennda Baker LeBlanc

In this episode, Glennda Baker LeBlanc shares two stories that could have only been survived by a professional with grace. Get your sip of something and enjoy the episode. Key takeaways to listen for First steps in REAL ESTATE The naked seller Selling the wrong house Resources mentioned in this episode How to Develop a Six-Figure Income in REAL ESTATE About Glennda Baker LeBlanc Glennda is the president and CEO of Glennda Baker & Associates, Inc. Being in residential sales and marketing for ...

May 20, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 255

254 - Today’s Society Working Mindset with Matthew DeFede

In this episode, Matthew shares the story of his grandfather, an Italian immigrant who managed to buy a multifamily property and started a garden to sell fruits and vegetables. Join us today to get some insights into society’s working mindset and learn the secrets of Matthew’s financial success. Key takeaways to listen for Lazy Realtors® Co-ops criteria Moratoriums on evictions Today’s society lazy mindset Pull marketing Resources mentioned in this episode Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach ...

May 18, 2021•38 min•Season 1Ep. 254

253 - Investing In A House On Terms with Chris Prefontaine

Even though having our pockets full of cash may seem to be the ultimate goal, everybody’s got their own motives when it comes to Real Estate. Join us today to hear a surprising story of a woman who actually sold her house but decided to stay. In this episode you’ll learn some benefits of buying a house on terms. Key takeaways to listen for Buying a house on terms Benefits of negotiating terms Find more opportunities in a difficult market Advice for new Realtors® About Chris Prefontaine Chris Pre...

May 13, 2021•15 min•Season 1Ep. 253

252 - Cybercrime In Real Estate with Burton Kelso

In this second part of the episode, Burton gets fired up speaking about the common mistakes Realtors® make that lead to scams. Join us today to get tips on how to stay safe online. Key takeaways to listen for Responsibility of Realtors® to educate How to avoid wire fraud More cybercrime information A crazy story about MLS About Burton Kelso Burton owns a computer repairing tech support company based in Kansas City. He’s also a national speaker and has been on multiple national tv stations. Conne...

May 11, 2021•16 min•Season 1Ep. 252

251 - Cybercrime: Keeping Children Safe with Burton Kelso

In part one of this episode, Burton speaks about the importance of checking your children’s devices, the dangers of chat rooms and gives great advice on setting limits. If you’re a parent, or you know people who are, dial in and learn what you need to know to keep your children safer against today’s technology. Key takeaways to listen for Checking your child’s device(s) How to introduce technology to children How to educate & set limits Resources mentioned in this episode The social dilemma ...

May 06, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 251

250 - Working With A Client In Their Darkest Times with Tom Tezak

In this episode, Tom shares a heartfelt story about working with a friend who was struggling with addiction and about to lose his second house. Join us to get some insights about why we do what we do as Realtor®. Key takeaways to listen for Why perspective matters in real estate Dishonest agents Why didn’t Tom take advantage of his client? Characteristics of a truly professional Realtor® About Tom Tezak Tom Tezak is a 31-year broker who lives in Maui. From working as a deputy coroner to running ...

May 04, 2021•20 min•Season 1Ep. 250

249 - Keeping Yourself Safe as A RealtorÂŽ with Teresa Cowart

Trusting your intuitions is better than just letting your doubt go away. In this episode, Teresa Cowart shares a crazy story of squatters living in a model home. You won't wanna miss this! Key Takeaways To Listen For: Experiencing squatters staying inside a model home Why you should have a firearm license Benefits of checking your model homes Significance of RealtorÂŽ safety Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil Connect With Teresa: Phone: 912-667-1881 / 912...

Apr 29, 2021•21 min•Season 1Ep. 249

248 - How to Recover From The Bad Side of Real Estate with Erica Rose Siegel

Agents meet new people, visit new places, and respond to changing buyer and seller needs. One of the most attractive experiences of working as a real estate agent is that no two days are alike. In this episode, Erica Rose Siegel talks about her craziest experiences as a RealtorÂŽ and how she overcame them. Key Takeaways To Listen For: Disadvantages of focusing too much as a RealtorÂŽ How Erica overcame her worst experiences as a RealtorÂŽ Benefits of building a relationship with your client and inv...

Apr 27, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 248

247 - Put Your Clients’ Interests First with Danny Burgess

As an agent, it's important to know what you're worth to your clients so that they can decide whether to entrust you with their property or not. In today's episode, Danny Burgess talks about how a RealtorÂŽ - seller relationship should look like and some of the things that you, as a seller or buyer, should know about RealtorsÂŽ. Key Takeaways To Listen For: A crazy story of walking through a house for sale Things that the public should know about RealtorsÂŽ when it comes to buying or selling a hous...

Apr 22, 2021•37 min•Season 1Ep. 247

246 - Dealing With A Narcissistic Client with Bruce Betts

Closing deals with clients who are undecided about where they want to buy a home has some drawbacks. Every agent has a story to tell, and we're about to hear one that could make or break our hearts. Today, Bruce Betts joins the show and shares a story of his encounter with a demanding client, how he handled a tough situation and turned it into a successful deal. Key Takeaways To Listen For: Bruce’s real estate life since covid started How to deal with self-centered clients that are demanding Big...

Apr 20, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 246

245 - Leveling Up with Eric Siu

Is poker the next required learning curriculum? Eric Siu, an investor, founder, and advisor to companies and the chairman of the digital marketing agency Single Grain, thinks it should be, since it teaches bankroll management, resilience, emotional intelligence, and how to detach from outcomes—all necessary life skills! Listen in to hear Eric share his mission to continue leveling up, and learn what he’s doing to create exponential growth in business and life. Want a FREE copy of Eric’s book, Le...

Apr 15, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 245

244 - The Connection Between Leadership & Real Estate with Catherine Cantey

What can real estate teach us about leadership? Catherine Cantey, a leadership coach and investor, shares her stories about fixing up properties, partnerships, and how things are changing in our pandemic world. Listen in to hear Catherine share how she shifted from corporate to independent work, and learn the biggest lesson she’s learned as a coach that can benefit parties on either side of the table. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss...

Apr 08, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 244

243 - Don’t Forget to Flush, People! with Nick Kyte

Don’t forget to flush, people! Nick Kyte, an 8-year agent in the Ottawa, Canada area, stumbled across an unwelcomed guest when taking his clients through a walk-through. Listen in to hear why Nick now carries around a backpack of cleaning supplies — and learn why kindness, cleanliness, and emotional resilience will never go out of style. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com . If you’re...

Apr 01, 2021•23 min•Season 1Ep. 243

242 - Rogelio Martinez - What are "Accessory Dwelling Units?"

Did you know that Accessory Dwelling Units are a great investment and an affordable housing solution? There are talks about them happening around the country...if you’re listening. Tune in as Rogelio Martinez, the ADU Loan Guy and founder of Vvelcome, explains what qualifies as an ADU, why they’re an excellent option to make use of that extra space, and how financing works — and learn why Rogelio is so passionate about what he does. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts A...

Mar 25, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 242

241 - Dustin Brohm, There’s Nothing Like an Undisclosed Boundary Dispute

There’s nothing like an undisclosed boundary dispute to spice up a showing! Dustin Brohm, an agent in Salt Lake City and the host of the Massive Agent Podcast, got a nice surprise when he showed up to a home with a buyer and their entire extended family. Listen in to hear Dustin share how the experience could’ve been way more pleasant — and learn a unique question to ask your REALTOR® to find out if they’re the best for the job. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App o...

Mar 18, 2021•21 min•Season 1Ep. 241

240 - Social Media 101 for REALTORS with Giselle Ugarte

Your Instagram is your business card. Is it working for you? Giselle Ugarte , a Marketing Director, online educator, motivational speaker, podcaster , and influencer , drops some truth bombs on us REALTORS® when it comes to social media. Listen in to hear Giselle share what REALTORS® get wrong, how we should approach social media, and what we should (and shouldn’t share) — and learn her thoughts on boundaries and communication from a consumer standpoint. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTune...

Mar 11, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 240

239 - Humor Is Just Way More Fun! with Steve Kyles

Humor is just way more fun! Steve Kyles, a veteran mortgage professional for Movement Mortgage, knows things can get intense sometimes, which is why he loves getting in a good laugh. Listen in to hear Steve share how he went from dead broke and drowning in debt to successful and thriving — and learn a quick tip for handling student debt in a creative way that you probably don’t know about! Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from...

Mar 04, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 239

238 - Sink or Swim with Garrett Gillespie

Leave it to a young buck to set a fast pace! Garrett Gillespie, a brand-new REALTORÂŽ in Mount Airy, Maryland, has hustled his way into the real estate industry and just earned his license. Listen in to hear Garrett share his crazy story and how he balances work, school, and fun - and hear about his bright future ahead in real estate and politics. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com . ...

Feb 25, 2021•18 min•Season 1Ep. 238

237 - Sex-Powered Real Estate with Nancy & Bill Jamison

Real estate is sexy, after all! Nancy and Bill Jamison, podcast hosts, coaches, and REALTORSÂŽ in and around Atlanta, GA, explain how they use sexual energy to power their real estate business. Listen in to hear Nancy and Bill share the surprising way sexual energy fuels their client relationships and strengthens their professional partnership, and learn why they practice orgasmic meditation once a week (for the business, of course!). Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts ...

Feb 18, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 237

236 - Lease Purchase Agreements Explained with Zachary Beach

There’s a different way to look at financing for real estate that you may not have considered. Zachary Beach, a real estate coach and the COO of Smart Real Estate Coach, breaks down all things lease purchase agreements and when they might be a good fit for a buyer and seller. Listen in to hear Zach share how they make sure lease purchase agreements are successful, how they saved a buyer when traditional financing fell through, and how he used one for his own very first property. Please subscribe...

Feb 11, 2021•18 min•Season 1Ep. 236

235 - The Future of Real Estate with Jeff Cohn

Want to tour a home that hasn’t even been built yet? The future is here, so it’s possible! Jeff Cohn, a speaker, host of The Team Building Podcast, and founder of Omaha’s Elite Real Estate Group—now kwELITE—uses the Oculus Quest to support clients in touring and customizing their dream home. Listen in to hear Jeff share the most valuable piece of advice he has received, how he grew his business while maintaining his freedom, and how he best serves his clients. Please subscribe to this podcast in...

Feb 04, 2021•33 min•Season 1Ep. 235

234 - "Making Money the Old-Fashioned Way" with Rod Khleif

Whorehouses and cocaine smuggling? What’s going on behind these closed doors? Rod Khleif, an entrepreneur, real estate investor, mentor, and community philanthropist has had some crazy tenants in the past, to say the least. Listen in to hear Rod share how he built—then re-built—his real estate empire, how mindset plays a role in success, and how he teaches others everything he has learned. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from...

Jan 28, 2021•25 min•Season 1Ep. 234

233 - COVID Era Commercial Real Estate with Michael Brown

What the real deal with commercial real estate in this COVID era? Michael Brown, the founder of Red Fox Capital and Red Fox Wealth, is a commercial real estate investor and developer who’s on the show to give us the inside scoop. Listen in to hear Michael’s predictions about the future of commercial real estate, how he learned the secrets about investing (then published them!), and how Amazon and data centers are impacting industrial space. Michael has a free gift for all you listeners, so be su...

Jan 21, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 233
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