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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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292 - Empowering Young People to Become Homeowners with Erica Rawls and Stephanie Milburn

The path to homeownership isn't that hard when you surround yourself with the right people. In this episode, Erica Rawls and Stephanie Milburn explain how they help to educate and empower young people about wealth building through the National Campaign ''House Then The Car''. Listen in and find out the ways to make homeownership achievable for everyone. Key takeaways to listen for The key to setting young people up for a better future Spreading a message of hope for homeownership to all generati...

Sep 28, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 292

291 - Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile with Donna Serdula

Many people copy-paste their resume to their LinkedIn profile, so the obvious question is… is that the kind of information that others are looking to find out about them? Tune in as Donna Serdula shares the right way to connect with people through LinkedIn - including a QR trick that not even Leigh knew about - and a heartbreaking story that will inspire you to live each day to the fullest. Key takeaways to listen for What sets successful entrepreneurs apart Should your LinkedIn profile look lik...

Sep 23, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 291

290 - This Is Why You Need a Professional RealtorÂŽ in Your Corner with Danielle Fontes

In this episode, Danielle Fontes shares a story about a seller who was hiding too much information about his property. Stay tuned and find out how she successfully navigated through judgment liens and a foreclosure process to get that deal to the finish line. Key takeaways to listen for What is a judgment in real estate? Why you should be honest with your RealtorÂŽ How covid-19 has impacted real estate transactions About Danielle Fontes Danielle Fontes was raised in Glendora, CA, and graduated fr...

Sep 21, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 290

289 - It’s Not Just About The Real Estate with Rebecca Larson

Rebecca Larson is here to show you that real estate involves a lot more than just buying and selling properties. Stay tuned and learn all the things you should consider before signing papers with your loved one. Key takeaways to listen for Why you should hire an attorney for your real estate Personal affairs involved in a real estate transaction What to consider before buying real estate with your partner Can people buy real estate during a divorce process? About Rebecca Larson Rebecca Larson is...

Sep 16, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 289

288 - Turning Your Weakness Into Strength with Eric Thompson

There is no such thing as a boring day in real estate - things go wrong more often than you think. Listen to Eric Thompson's super embarrassing stories and find out how he used those experiences as fuel to become a better REALTOR. Key takeaways to listen for How to choose the right team members Qualities that set successful REALTORS apart Best practices to develop good financial habits Turning a negative situation into personal growth About Eric Thompson Eric Thompson is the founder of The Leadi...

Sep 14, 2021•21 min•Season 1Ep. 288

287 - The Best Real Estate Tax Strategy with Brett Swarts

If you think that deferred sales trust is way over your head, you might change your mind after this episode. Stay tuned as Brett Swarts shares a creative way of mitigating your tax burden that will leave your brain spinning. Key takeaways to listen for Cons of using a 1031 exchange How to stay liquid without having any tax consequences Types of assets that deferred sales trust works for Why deferred sales trust is such a great option Resources mentioned in this episode Rich Dad Poor Dad: What th...

Sep 09, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 287

286 - Buying and Selling Probate Real Estate with Kim Ward

If you’re a REALTOR wanting to expand your business, listen in as Kim Ward explains the step-by-step process of selling probate real estate, and shares two stories that reveal how people cope with those difficult times. Key takeaways to listen for What is probate? How does this process work? Buying a house on probate vs. a regular purchase Can beneficiaries of a will object to a property sale? The emotional side of the probate process How people go through probate during the covid era About Kim ...

Sep 07, 2021•29 min•Season 1Ep. 286

285 - Best Practices for Leveraging Social Media Ads with Tristen Sutton

If you're a REALTOR wanting to leverage social media to get more quality leads, then listen to this episode with Tristen Sutton. You’ll get the missing links for better engagement with your audience via organic & paid social media strategies. Key takeaways to listen for How could Facebook ads help you? Is going live the best option for video posting? 2 Tips for targeting the right audience in social media! About Tristen Sutton As Certified Facebook Lead Trainer, Consultant for Facebook, Cert...

Sep 02, 2021•18 min•Season 1Ep. 285

284 - From the Brink of Bankruptcy to Running a Successful Wholesale Business with Dan Brault

When Dan Brault found out about a 19th-century luxury house, he immediately fell in love with it. Little did he know at the time that it would turn into his worst nightmare. Dive into this episode and learn how Dan overcame his biggest business failure and became CEO of one of the most successful wholesale companies in New York. Key takeaways to listen for How does the wholesale business work? Issues brought by eviction moratorium Criteria for setting a house price The most common mistake wholes...

Aug 31, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 284

283 - The Power of Building True Connections with Casanova Brooks

The majority of REALTORS tend to be very transactional, forgetting the two most important elements of success in real estate: transparency and communication. In this episode, Casanova Brooks shares how he managed to buy a house for $8,000 and turn it into a rental that's worth $103K. Key takeaways to listen for What motivates people to do real estate How to become ‘’the lord of your land’’ Tips to get into commercial real estate Benefits of being honest and transparent with clients Resources men...

Aug 26, 2021•41 min•Season 1Ep. 283

282 - Developing Good Relationships with Contractors with Eric Martel

After getting one of his investment properties rehabbed, Eric Martel found something really strange inside the house. Join us today to find out more about the craziest rehab you’ll ever hear, and get some insights into developing good relationships with contractors and coaching them to meet your expectations. Key takeaways to listen for Best markets for turnkey properties Criteria for picking a good REALTOR How to manage new contractors Resources mentioned in this episode Rich Dad Poor Dad: What...

Aug 24, 2021•25 min•Season 1Ep. 282

281 - Marketing Ideas For Your Real Estate Business with David Greenspan

In this episode, David Greenspan talks about the simple things you can do to help people get through these hard times and shares the most common mistakes REALTORS make when marketing their business. Key takeaways to listen for Pollution in social media How we should face the global pandemic Dos and don'ts of marketing Resources mentioned in this episode Podcast: The Mindshare Podcast About David Greenspan David has been in the Real Estate space for over 15 years helping REALTORS with their marke...

Aug 19, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 281

280 - The Right Mindset to Become a Successful RealtorÂŽ with Stephanie Velez

Stephanie Velez was trying hard to get her real estate business going, but she lacked the most critical component: mindset. Stay tuned and find out the secrets to becoming a successful RealtorÂŽ. Key takeaways to listen for What do ''BPO'' and ''REO'' mean? Why you should get a mentor The actual job of a RealtorÂŽ The mindset you need to succeed How to develop young talent into top producers Resources mentioned in this episode The Foundation by Mike Ferry About Stephanie Velez Stephanie is the own...

Aug 17, 2021•41 min•Season 1Ep. 280

279 - Safety Protocols for Real Estate Agents with Brandon Martens

In this episode, Brandon Martens shares a disturbing story about a couple he met at a house showing. If you’re a REALTOR, tune in and get tips to keep yourself safe while doing field work. Key takeaways to listen for Why you should follow your intuition Safety practices for REALTORS Something unique with South Dakota's property legislation Resources mentioned in this episode The Dan Bongino Show The Joe Rogan Experience About Brandon Martens Brandon Martens is a licensed REALTOR® in South Dakota...

Aug 12, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 279

278 - The Truth Behind a REALTOR’s Job with Pamela DuBois

Being a REALTOR may seem easy on social media, but for those agents who take their job seriously, there's a lot of hard work to it. In this episode, Pamela DuBois talks about how she navigated through difficult life situations while doing real estate. Stay tuned and get a glimpse of what it's like to be a REALTOR. Key takeaways to listen for What draws people to real estate How technology evolution changed real estate Best tools to connect with people Different pathways of the real estate busine...

Aug 10, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 278

277 - How To Reach Success In Your Wholesale Business with Jamil Damji

In this episode, Jamil Damji shares how he went from bankruptcy to co-founding one of the fastest-growing real estate companies in the nation. Listen in and learn an amazing way to scale your wholesale business. Key takeaways to listen for A better term for ‘’flipping’’ How to get started in wholesaling The importance of being a problem-solver Why you need to partner up with people smarter than you Resources mentioned in this episode The Dan Bongino Show The Joe Rogan Experience About Jamil Damj...

Aug 05, 2021•19 min•Season 1Ep. 277

276 - The Unknown Side Of REALTORS with Karen Randolph

REALTORS are often labeled as competitive and cold-hearted... but is this true? Dive into this episode and find out what Karen Randolph learned about REALTORS during her battle with cancer, and enjoy two wild stories about ghosts in real estate. Key takeaways to listen for Are today's REALTORS as prepared as they should? Should supernatural stories be disclosed to buyers? The good side of REALTORS Connect with Karen Phone (Direct): 423-677-0025 Phone (Office): 423-282-1885 Website: www.MyC21Lega...

Aug 03, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 276

275 - The Best Way That Millennials Can Learn About Real Estate with Shaun Pinkston

Are you a millennial looking for some knowledge on real estate investing? Check out this episode with Shaun Pinkston and find out the best place for learning about the real estate industry. Key takeaways to listen for Why you need to be careful with the REALTOR you hire Ways to teach millennials about real estate What you can find in houses for sale How workshops can help you learn the business Resources mentioned in this episode Pursuing Freedom: Be Yourself, increase your referrals and have mo...

Jul 29, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 275

274 - How To Handle Unethical REALTORS with Shannon Brien

Shannon Brien is back to share more crazy real estate stories. She'll be talking about an unethical REALTOR and an insane due diligence deposit on a house. Tune in and learn the importance of real estate disclosures and how to handle dishonest agents. Key takeaways to listen for Due diligence deposits: what they are and their risks What's great about VA loans Why material facts are important for buyers Resources mentioned in this episode CRAZY SH*T IN REAL ESTATE EPISODE 58: SHANNON BRIEN About ...

Jul 27, 2021•18 min•Season 1Ep. 274

273 - The Supernatural Piece Of Real Estate with Shadd Boucher

The supernatural and real estate might be much more related than you think. If you’re a REALTOR, listen to this episode and learn how to support your clients... even if their beliefs are a little different from yours. Key takeaways to listen for The impact that real estate can have on your life Supernatural things you’ll learn through real estate How to serve clients that believe in the supernatural About Shadd Boucher Shadd works as a Director of Agent Development at Re/Max Capital Realty. He d...

Jul 22, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 273

272 - What You Need To Know About Real Estate Development with Dr. Sunil Saxena

In this episode, Dr. Sunil Saxena shares a curious story about developing condos that will give you a clear vision of the reality of the business. Dial in and get some insights about real estate development from an expert in the field. Key takeaways to listen for Why real estate is the way to go Issues you can face when developing properties Best markets to develop in Resources mentioned in this episode Sunil’s Top 100 Books & Top 50 Real Estate Books About Dr. Sunil Saxena Dr. Saxena is a l...

Jul 20, 2021•18 min•Season 1Ep. 272

271 - Making An Impact On Your Community with Melissa Lynn Hunt

In this episode, Melissa shares how she serves the community and changes teenage girls' lives through her business. Listen in and find out some keys to becoming a better REALTOR. Key takeaways to listen for How can you impact your community? The most essential life skills teenage girls should learn What do people look for in REALTORS? How handwritten notes can help your business About Melissa Lynn Hunt Melissa is a mom, a wife, and the founder of Genuine Team, a high school program that teaches ...

Jul 15, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 271

270 - From Doctor to REALTOR with Dr. Carla Bryan-Sheard

If you’re an expert from a different field looking to transition into real estate, you’ll be inspired by this episode. Dr. Carla Bryan-Sheard talks about how she transitioned to a licensed REALTOR. Dr. Carla also shares what she found during an inspection that might surprise you. Key takeaways to listen for Can you do real estate if you're an introvert? How to learn the business What do the first two years in the real estate business look like? Why you shouldn't force deals Resources mentioned i...

Jul 13, 2021•20 min•Season 1Ep. 270

269 - Social Media Strategies That Grow Your Business with Kyle Draper

If you're a REALTOR struggling to engage your audience, this episode is for you. Kyle Draper, a social media expert, shares a crazy sales story involving Leigh and explains how that experience motivated him to do better. Dive into this fun episode and find out exactly how storytelling can improve your business, and how to do it. Key takeaways to listen for The most important skill you should develop What to talk about in social media posts Biggest mistake REALTORS make How to engage with your au...

Jul 08, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 269

268 - Moving Past Foreclosure with Chris Miles

In the real estate business, it’s easy to get discouraged by troubling tenants and investments that don’t perform as expected. In this episode, Chris Miles shares his upsetting experience investing for the first time and talks about how he overcame losing his own house. Stay tuned and get some insights into property management companies and business strategies. Key takeaways to listen for Is it a good idea to convert your home into a rental? Tips on selecting the right property management compan...

Jul 06, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 268

267 - How To Profit From Distressed Mortgages with Martin Saenz

In today’s episode, our guest Martin Saenz explains how he purchases performing and non-performing loans from the secondary mortgage market and how he gets them to perform as part of his business. Dial in, pay attention and learn a new way to invest in real estate. Key takeaways to listen for Non-performing mortgage loans Cultivating deep relationships with homeowners Creating payment solutions How to profit in the mortgage business Resources mentioned in this episode The Big Short About Martin ...

Jul 01, 2021•20 min•Season 1Ep. 267

266 - The Creative Solutions Of Real Estate with Chris Craddock

Today, our guest Chris Craddock shares a horrifying story about a plumber who blew up his own house and how he got out of that deal. Stay tuned and listen to the incident that left our host speechless. Key takeaways to listen for Why you shouldn't chase money The importance of networking Getting an education Resources mentioned in this episode Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not! The Millionaire Real Estate Agent: It's Not About the...

Jun 29, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 266

265 - Skipping On Inspections Could Cost You with Katia de Orbegoso

Katia’s home required more repairs than expected. Listen to this episode and learn the importance of doing inspections for both buyer and seller. Key takeaways to listen for The work prior to the sale Investing in inspections Risks of waiving inspections About Katia de Orbegoso Katia is a Realtor® and a member of the DN Homes Team at Re/Max. She has degrees in Corporate Communications and Marketing, and with more than 14 years of experience, she has held various leadership positions in governmen...

Jun 24, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 265

264 - How To Get Started In Multifamily Syndication with Joshua Ferrari

Today, Josh shares his experience of buying a fourplex as his first investment. You’ll also hear about a house with a creepy game room. Listen in, have a laugh, and learn more about multifamily syndication. Key takeaways to listen for Transitioning to syndication Taking little steps into real estate Getting to know your business partners Resources mentioned in this episode The Best Ever Apartment Syndication Book How to Properly Vet a Sponsor About Joshua Ferrari Joshua is a real estate investor...

Jun 22, 2021•32 min•Season 1Ep. 264

263 - How To Start In Real Estate With No Money Down with Van Sturgeon

In this episode, Van shares a story about his parents buying an apartment building back in the ‘70s and gives great advice on how to get involved in real estate no matter how much money you have. Key takeaways to listen for Doing your diligence on the market Creating a power team Investing in education Building a network About Van Sturgeon Van Sturgeon is an experienced entrepreneur who has successfully created several businesses in the real estate industry that cover areas of land acquisition, ...

Jun 17, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 263
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