What do you do when the deal falls apart… and your client is spiraling? In this episode of Rise Above the Ranks, David shares the raw truth about losing listings, calming client chaos, and staying in control when everything feels like it’s slipping. If you’ve ever lost a deal and questioned everything, this one’s for you.Ready to level up? Join Estate Elite — the premier membership for agents breaking into luxury real estate. Get direct coaching from icons like Josh Flagg, Tracy Tutor, Glennda B...
Jul 17, 2025•16 min
In this episode of Rise Above the Ranks, host James Harris sits down with none other than Brad Inman, the trailblazer behind the Inman Group—the most trusted name in real estate media.Brad shares how he built the company from scratch, what inspired him to serve the agent community, and why storytelling, trust, and tech still matter more than ever in today’s market.If you're an agent looking to elevate your brand, stay ahead of industry shifts, and build something with real impact, this episode i...
Jul 02, 2025•36 min
In this episode of "Rise Above the Ranks," hosts James Harris and Brad Inman dive into the insider secrets of the real estate industry. Tune in to discover valuable insights and strategies that can elevate your understanding and success in real estate!Be sure to also check out Estate Elite, the premier membership for real estate agents serious about breaking into the luxury market and advancing their careers. Get direct coaching from top industry leaders Josh Flagg, Tracy Tutor, Glennda Baker, J...
Apr 03, 2025•11 min
Join James and David in this thrilling episode of *Rise Above The Ranks* as they dive deep into the captivating world of the luxury real estate market! Discover the latest trends, insider tips, and exclusive insights that will elevate your understanding of high-end properties. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just curious about the glitzy side of real estate, this episode is packed with information and excitement you won't want to miss! Tune in and get ready to soar above the ordinary! #Mil...
Mar 27, 2025•16 min
In this episode of Rise Above the Ranks, hosts David Parnes and James Harris discuss how to present yourself and learn from your mistakes. Been there, done that, here are the strategies to get started in the real estate market and make YOU successful.Be sure to also check out Estate Elite, the premier membership for real estate agents serious about breaking into the luxury market and advancing their careers. Get direct coaching from top industry leaders Josh Flagg, Tracy Tutor, Glennda Baker, Ja...
Mar 05, 2025•19 min
This special episode is for the serious real estate agent looking to dominate their market.Rise Above The Ranks is an Estate Media real estate podcast hosted by former Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles stars James Harris and David Parnes. Each episode is dedicated to helping you elevate your game as a real estate agent. In this episode of Rise Above The Ranks, David and James sit down with Aaron Kirman. With $19 billion in career sales and $2 billion in 2023 alone, Kirman is a top luxury real e...
Feb 19, 2025•31 min
Rise Above The Ranks is an Estate Media real estate podcast hosted by James Harris and David Parnes, dedicated to helping you elevate your game as a real estate agent. In this episode James and David dive into the most common reasons why agents do not succeed and why they do not and cannot rise above the ranks! Touching on topics including lack of commitment, lack of strategic thinking, fear of making mistakes and more, James and David provide some clarity and actionable insights to take your bu...
Dec 12, 2024•24 min
The real estate industry is buzzing with a question that’s on everyone’s mind: Are real estate agents becoming obsolete? With the rapid rise of AI, direct consumer platforms like Zillow and Redfin, and major disruptions like the recent NAR settlement, the role of the agent is under more scrutiny than ever before. As technology transforms how buyers and sellers navigate the market, tools like AI are streamlining processes, and consumers now have unprecedented access to listings. Is this the end o...
Nov 27, 2024•19 min
How to Create Passive Revenue Streams and Trade Your Time for Money $$$ As markets fluctuate, regulations evolve and uncertainty rises, Ricky Carruth advises to lean on your intellect! In this episode of Rise Above The Ranks, presented by BoldTrail Pro, James Harris and David Parnes sit down with Ricky Carruth, a top real estate agent, entrepreneur, and founder of Zero to Diamond—a powerhouse coaching program that helps agents succeed with authenticity, hard work, and consistency. This podcast i...
Nov 14, 2024•45 min
Rise Above The Ranks is an Estate Media real estate podcast hosted by James Harris and David Parnes, dedicated to helping you elevate your game as a real estate agent. In this episode they chat with Joe Skousen, CEO and founder of Inside Real Estate! A pioneer in the real estate sector, Skousen is providing innovative solutions that support over 500,000 agents, teams, and brokerages, including many elite brands. His commitment to innovation is evident in his development of the kvCORE platform an...
Oct 30, 2024•36 min
Rise Above The Ranks is an Estate Media real estate podcast hosted by James Harris and David Parnes, dedicated to helping you elevate your game as a real estate agent. In this episode, James and David delve into how the uncertainty surrounding an election year is impacting the real estate industry. They examine anticipated market shifts, potential incentives for buyers and sellers, and the likelihood of interest rate adjustments, among other factors. This podcast is presented by BoldTrail Pro, a...
Sep 12, 2024•16 min
Rise Above The Ranks is an Estate Media real estate podcast hosted by James Harris and David Parnes, dedicated to helping you elevate your game as a real estate agent. In this episode, James and David explore the current state of the industry and provide insights into the recent NAR verdict and its implications. They also examine interest rates, including the Fed's anticipated cuts in September, and discuss which markets might benefit from these changes. Additionally, they highlight the increasi...
Sep 09, 2024•23 min
Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles Alum, James Harris, took the stage as one of the Unite keynote speakers at the Inside Real Estate conference earlier this year. He brought his perfect blend of British style and American drive, and shared his unique perspective, as well as how he and business partner, David Parnes, reached a steady incline in sales year over year, with over $2 Billion in sales since 2017. This podcast is presented by BoldTrail Pro, a next-generation platform built to power your...
Aug 29, 2024•17 min
Rise Above The Ranks is an Estate Media real estate podcast hosted by James Harris and David Parnes, dedicated to helping you elevate your game as a real estate agent. In this very special episode, James sits down with Kendra Wilkinson, former reality tv star turned real estate agent! Known for shows like The Girls Next Door, Kendra On Top, Kendra and most recently Kendra Sells Hollywood, she is not a stranger to the public eye. Kendra is also an author to several books, a mother of two, and has...
Aug 08, 2024•37 min
Rise Above The Ranks is an Estate Media real estate podcast hosted by James Harris and David Parnes, dedicated to helping you elevate your game as a real estate agent. In this very special episode, James and David bring you another installment of a new series on the podcast of Under 30 Round Tables to get to know the next generation of up and coming realtors and other real estate professionals. In this episode we discuss with young professionals Michael Fahimian, Jack Harris, Nichole Shanfeld an...
Jul 18, 2024•53 min
Rise Above The Ranks is an Estate Media real estate podcast hosted by James Harris and David Parnes, dedicated to helping you elevate your game as a real estate agent. In this very special episode, James and David premier a new series on the podcast of Under 30 Round Tables to get to know the next generation of up and coming realtors and other real estate professionals. In this episode we discuss with trailblazers Kris Everett, Alexa Kort, Shana Tavangarian and Emila Tavangarian! This podcast is...
Jun 26, 2024•53 min
Rise Above The Ranks is an Estate Media real estate podcast hosted by James Harris and David Parnes, dedicated to helping you elevate your game as a real estate agent. In this episode, they sit down with Glennda Baker, an international real estate broker with three decades of expertise, recognized as both a prominent social media influencer and a distinguished thought leader in the field. They break down how Glennda got into real estate, what her biggest motivators are, the importance of content...
Jun 25, 2024•35 min
Rise Above The Ranks is an Estate Media real estate podcast hosted by James Harris and David Parnes, dedicated to helping you elevate your game as a real estate agent. In this episode, they sit down with entrepreneur, founder, content creator and real estate agent Toby Corban! They discuss getting into the business, culture shock authenticity and value in Social Media, and the change in the industry! This podcast is presented by BoldTrail Pro, a next-generation platform built to power your entir...
Apr 11, 2024•32 min
Rise Above The Ranks is an Estate Media real estate podcast hosted by James Harris and David Parnes, dedicated to helping you elevate your game as a real estate agent. In this episode, they sit down with realtor, entrepreneur, and content creator Anthony Bernardo, aka Tony B, of @island_wide_realty. They discuss getting into the industry, the importance of consistency, the role of social media in real estate and more! This podcast is presented by BoldTrail Pro, a next-generation platform built t...
Mar 20, 2024•23 min
James and David are joined by Josh Flagg to catch up on all things and talk about joining Estate Media to bring you more episodes of Rise Above The Ranks and your favorite newsletter!
Feb 23, 2024•15 min
Today’s the day! For the last year, we have been working on our first-ever real estate course , and now we are making it available to you! Our course ' The 1% Blueprint, How You Can Master The Art Of Selling Luxury Real Estate ', teaches you everything you need to know about how to dominate the luxury market. We have an exclusive offer that, right now, we are only revealing to you, our Blueprint audience at a significant discount. If you are one of the first 250 people to purchase the course, yo...
Aug 22, 2023•11 min
Part 2 of our entertaining and informative conversation with legendary real estate agent Tracy Tutor of "Bravo's Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles." She shares her incredible time-management skills, how she structures her jam-packed schedule, and her clever methods for finding real estate leads. These tips show why she is a legend in our business and a good friend. Be sure to check out part 1. This podcast is presented by BoldTrail Pro, a next-generation platform built to power your entire busi...
Jul 21, 2023•15 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Chief Strategy Officer of Inside Real Estate, Grier Allen sits down with James Harris and David Parnes to talk about how they built their team to number 2 overall in the nation, surpassing $750,000,000 in total sales. They discuss how to structure a team, how to motivate them, and what to do throughout their week to keep them on track. This podcast is presented by BoldTrail Pro, a next-generation platform built to power your entire business with powerful technology that agents, teams, and broker...
Jul 19, 2023•41 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Legendary real estate agent Tracy Tutor, star of Bravo's "Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles", reunites with her former co-stars James Harris and David Parnes for a revealing conversation about what goes on behind the scenes of the hit show, and how it differs from the reality of the industry. This podcast is presented by BoldTrail Pro, a next-generation platform built to power your entire business with powerful technology that agents, teams, and brokers actually use and love. To receive up to $...
Jul 12, 2023•19 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Realtor gurus James Harris and David Parnes (stars of Bravo’s “Million Dollar Listing”) share the VERY BEST tips they’ve learned in their two decades of the real estate business. These are the approaches that helped them reach $1 billion in total sales. If you’re thinking about getting into real estate, or want to up your game, make sure to watch this! This podcast is presented by BoldTrail Pro, a next-generation platform built to power your entire business with powerful technology that agents, ...
Jun 27, 2023•15 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Realtor gurus James Harris and David Parnes are joined by their two young colleagues, Kris Everett and Vinny Morales, who explain how they went from $0 in annual real estate sales to $100,000,000. They share their successful approaches, identify avoidable mistakes other agents make, and give their best pieces of advice for new real estate agents. This podcast is presented by BoldTrail Pro, a next-generation platform built to power your entire business with powerful technology that agents, teams,...
Jun 21, 2023•20 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Realtor gurus James Harris and David Parnes (stars of Bravo’s “Million Dollar Listing”) discuss the biggest mistakes they’ve made in their real estate careers and the valuable lessons they learned from them. This podcast is presented by BoldTrail Pro, a next-generation platform built to power your entire business with powerful technology that agents, teams, and brokers actually use and love. To receive up to $3,000 off of BoldTrail Pro, visit http://BoldTrail.com/Blueprint and use promo code: Bl...
Jun 14, 2023•14 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Realtor gurus James Harris and David Parnes (stars of Bravo’s “Million Dollar Listing”) share their real estate market update halfway into 2023. James & David talk about what they've learned, where they think the market will go in the next 6 months, and advice for how to prepare for what's next. This podcast is presented by BoldTrail Pro, a next-generation platform built to power your entire business with powerful technology that agents, teams, and brokers actually use and love. To receive u...
Jun 07, 2023•16 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Real estate gurus James Harris and David Parnes (stars of Bravo’s “Million Dollar Listing”) sit down with the CEO of Boomtown Grier Allen for a special podcast webinar you don't want to miss! People don't often know this, but James & David had zero contacts when they moved here from the UK. They rolled up their sleeves and door-knocked their way to selling over $3B of business. This podcast is about those stories that got them to where they are today. 2023 is all about generating leads and a...
Feb 27, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Realtor guru Jason Oppenheim (star of “Selling Sunset”) joins fellow real estate experts James Harris & David Parnes (stars of Bravo’s “Million Dollar Listing”) to talk about their predictions for the housing market in 2023. They talk about what you can expect for your buyers and sellers, interest rates, generating leads, and how to succeed in a mild recession. Whether you’re a new realtor or an experienced realtor looking to up your game, you’ll be prepared for what’s to come next year afte...
Dec 12, 2022•16 min•Season 1Ep. 16
