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The RP Experience

SWFL Real Producersswflrp.com
SWFL Real Producers is a multifaceted platform serving the top real estate agents in Southwest Florida by hosting exclusive, invite-only social/networking events, publishing a monthly magazine for and about other high-performing agents, and hosting a vibrant online REALTOR® community. The RP Experience is an exciting new podcast that brings SWFL Real Producers’ valued industry partners and top Realtors together for real, honest, no-holds-barred conversations on a variety of timely, relevant topics for our Real Producers community. Be sure to check out The RP Experience!
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Episodes

Big Announcement - We're Upgrading The Show

Big Announcement 🎙️ I’ve learned SO much more than I could ever expect from doing this podcast the past few years 🗓️ So we’re going to be re-branding how we’re going to be doing this podcast! We’re going beyond the niche of real estate, we’re bringing in experts from every field to share: • Their struggles 😔 • How they’ve become successful ✅ • How you can learn from their life experiences 👍 If you know someone that should be on our podcast - comment their name & we’ll reach out to get th...

Jul 19, 20236 min

Ep. 78 - Bringing 5-Star Valet Service To Southwest Florida with Joey Rock

In this episode of the podcast, we're joined by Joey Rock, the owner of 5-Star Valet. Joey is a veteran of the valet industry, with over 20 years of experience. He started 5-Star Valet in 2003 with a single account, and the company has since grown to serve over 60 clients. In this episode, Joey talks about the importance of providing excellent customer service, the challenges of running a valet company, and how he has grown 5-Star Valet into a successful business. He also shares some of his insi...

Jul 12, 202325 min

Ep. 77 - The Main Difference Between Boston & South Florida w/ Karen Stabile

Join us on this episode as we dive into the vibrant real estate market of Naples and the entire Southwest Florida region with our special guest, Karen Stabile. With over 20 years of experience as a Naples real estate expert, Karen is a trusted source of in-depth knowledge about the community and is dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service to her clients. Karen's intimate familiarity with the Naples area stems from her personal experience as a resident and property owner in waterfront...

Jul 05, 202317 min

Ep. 76 - The Difference Between Big Insurance & Local Insurance Agencies w/ Brian Chapman

Join us in this episode as we sit down with Brian Chapman, Jr., a prominent figure in Southwest Florida's insurance industry. As the founder of Chapman Insurance Group and a lifelong resident of the region, Brian has a wealth of knowledge and experience in providing comprehensive insurance solutions for both individuals and businesses. Brian's journey began when he graduated from Florida Gulf Coast University and established Chapman Insurance Group in 2009. Since then, his agency has become a tr...

Jun 28, 202328 min

Ep. 75 - Transitioning From Tennis Coach To Real Estate Entrepreneur w/ Dali Mihajlović

In this episode, we bring you the inspiring story of Dali Mihajlovic, a former tennis coach turned real estate entrepreneur, who has become one of South West Florida's most trusted and top-selling professionals in the area. Dali's journey from the tennis court to the real estate market is a testament to his unwavering commitment to excellence. He has earned the trust of numerous distinguished business and community leaders, who see him as a true market expert and rely on his expertise in the ind...

Jun 28, 202326 min

Ep. 74 - Living The American Dream w/ Maya Ismailova

Join us on this captivating episode as we dive into the extraordinary story of Maya Ismailova, a remarkable individual who won the Green Card lottery and embarked on a life-changing adventure from Central Asia to the picturesque landscapes of Southwest Florida, specifically Naples. 🌴🗺️ In this inspiring conversation, Maya takes us through her incredible transformation, from navigating the complexities of the Green Card process to building a thriving career in real estate. Through her compellin...

Jun 14, 202322 min

Ep. 73 - How Home Tech Is Changing In Southwest Florida w/ Kyle McLaughlin

Welcome to the podcast, where we dive deep into the world of real estate and explore the journeys of industry professionals who are making a significant impact. In this episode, we are thrilled to have Kyle McLaughlin as our esteemed guest. With over 15 years of sales experience and 6 years in the real estate industry, Kyle McLaughlin has established himself as a dynamic force, driven by a mission to provide unwavering value to every industry professional he encounters. Through his expertise in ...

Jun 07, 202324 min

Ep. 72 - Persistence Pays Off w/ Stacey Glenn

In this week's episode, we're thrilled to have as our guest, Stacey Glenn, a name that resonates with hard work, dedication, and excellence in the world of real estate. Born and raised on a cattle ranch in Western Kansas, Stacey embodies the values of integrity and dependability she learned during her formative years. Stacey's journey from the Midwest to becoming a top real estate producer in Fort Myers, Florida, is nothing short of inspiring. After earning dual majors in Economics and Managemen...

May 31, 202326 min

Ep. 71 - How To Effectively Lead A Roofing Team w/ Juan Rizo

Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast, where we are joined by an exceptional entrepreneur and dream-chaser, Juan Rizo. With a deep sense of gratitude, Juan reflects on his journey of turning his entrepreneurial dreams into reality. Every night, as he goes to bed and every morning when he wakes up, he thanks the higher powers for this incredible opportunity. For Juan, it's not about merely chasing after money; it's about embracing the entire process and the challenges that come along with ...

May 24, 202325 min

Ep. 69 - What You Need To Know About VA's w/ Wendy Miller

Join us on this episode as we talk to Wendy Miller, a seasoned real estate professional with almost two decades of experience in the industry. Wendy started her career in Southwest Florida as an administrator for Coldwell Banker before moving up the ranks to become a licensed assistant to a husband and wife team, and ultimately working with both buyers and sellers. With experience in luxury home building and assisting a Coldwell Banker team in North and South Carolina, Wendy has worked extensive...

May 10, 202322 min

Ep. 68 - How A Strong Spiritual Base Leads To A Happier Life & Career

In this episode of our podcast, we are excited to have Lina Ayers as our guest. Originally from the Washington DC area, Lina has had a successful career in real estate since 2015. In 2019, she relocated to Southwest Florida and now proudly represents clients from the John R Wood/Christie’s International platform. Lina's 18 years of experience as a domestic and international flight attendant for American Airlines have equipped her with exceptional customer service skills and a multilingual backgr...

May 03, 202323 min

Ep. 67 - What Real Estate Law Is Like Behind The Scenes w/ Matt Flores

Welcome to this episode where we are joined by Matt Flores, a real estate and business lawyer based in Collier County. Matt is highly experienced in areas such as real estate law, business law, commercial litigation, residential and commercial loan closings, and business transactions. His clientele includes developers, contractors, real estate brokers, property managers, commercial landlords, associations, commercial lenders, private lenders, start-ups, and small businesses.In this podcast, Matt...

Apr 26, 202321 min

Ep. 66 - How To Make The Best Of Worst Times w/ Sean Barakett

Welcome to our latest episode featuring Sean Barakett, a third-generation REALTOR® and a proud Southwest Florida native. With a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the local real estate market, Sean has quickly become a go-to expert for homebuyers and sellers in the Naples area.In this episode, Sean shares his journey from growing up in Southwest Florida to becoming a successful REALTOR® with over 40 million dollars in sales under his belt. Sean talks about the challenges and opportunities he's...

Apr 19, 202324 min

Ep. 65 - Becoming A Serial Entrepreneur w/ Jonathan Polk

In this episode, we are joined by Jonathan Polk, a highly successful entrepreneur in the real estate industry. Jonathan has an impressive track record of starting and scaling multiple businesses, all while maintaining a laser focus on providing exceptional service to his customers. One of the most intriguing aspects of Jonathan's success is his ability to find and cultivate top talent to operate all of his companies, allowing him to focus on what he does best - serving his customers. In this con...

Apr 12, 202323 min

Ep. 64 - How The Military Sets You Up For Perseverance with Leah Paige

Welcome to our podcast episode featuring Leah Paige, a remarkable woman originally from the Philippines. In this episode, Leah shares her inspiring journey of overcoming sickness, serving in the military, and finding her path to financial success in real estate. Leah's story is one of resilience and determination. Despite facing numerous challenges, including a serious illness, she refused to give up and instead focused on taking control of her life. Through hard work and dedication, she pursued...

Apr 05, 202326 min

Ep. 62 - Seeking A Life Of Opportunity In America w/ AD Diaz

Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast where we sit down with AD Diaz, a successful realtor who made the transition from the mortgage industry to real estate. In this episode, AD shares his inspiring story of how his family moved to Cape Coral in the 1980s and how he has witnessed the city's growth over the years. He discusses how he first got into the mortgage industry and the challenges he faced, as well as the pivotal moment that led him to pursue a career in real estate. AD also shares...

Mar 29, 202323 min

Ep. 61 - The Secret To Luxury Real Estate Success w/ Lori Fowler

In this week's episode, we sit down with the founder of Naples Luxury, Lori Fowler. Since its inception in 2012, Lori and her dedicated team have amassed over $100 million in sales volume, making them a vital resource for both buyers and sellers in Collier County. Join us as we discuss Lori's passion for Southwest Florida real estate and her commitment to providing exceptional service with integrity. During our conversation, Lori shares her insights on the current luxury market trends, her uniqu...

Mar 15, 202318 min

Ep. 60 - Why You Need A Life Coach w/ Carlene Murray

Welcome to this episode of our podcast, where we sit down with Carlene Murray, a Health and Wellness Coach with years of experience helping individuals achieve their wellness goals. In this episode, Carlene shares her journey to becoming a health and wellness coach, including the challenges she faced and the skills she developed along the way. She talks about her approach to coaching, which focuses on helping clients make sustainable lifestyle changes that lead to long-term health and wellness. ...

Mar 08, 202329 minEp. 60

Ep. 59 - Outgrowing Cleveland & Growing Into Southwest Florida w/ Stacey Maczulis

In this episode, we hear from title rep Stacey Maczulis from Cleveland, Ohio, who took a pivotal growth role in their company by moving down to Southwest Florida and building a whole new branch of their business. Our guest shares how they first got into the title industry and how they worked their way up from a junior position to become a successful title rep in Cleveland. However, after years of working in the same market, they felt ready for a new challenge and a change of scenery. Stacey desc...

Mar 01, 202322 min

Ep. 58, Why To Move From Iowa To Naples w/ Shay Trask

This week we sat down with real estate expert and entrepreneur - Shay Trask who has experienced first-hand the ins & outs of the industry. In this episode, Shay shares his personal journey of how he started his real estate career in Iowa and how he eventually outgrew the potential of his hometown. He also tells his story of how he faced several challenges while starting out in the real estate industry, and how he persevered to overcome them. He shares valuable insights and tips for aspiring ...

Feb 22, 202326 min

Ep. 57 - Staying Positive & Persistent with Nicole Paolini

This week we interviewed Nicole Paolini, a preferred partner with Naples Real Producers and an expert in the mortgage lending industry. Nicole talks about her background in advertising and how she found success in mortgage lending through her commitment to customer service. She also shares how her oldest daughter joined her team after graduating from college, making mortgage lending a family affair. The discussion then shifts to the current state of the mortgage lending industry and how it has b...

Feb 15, 202323 minSeason 2Ep. 57

Ep. 56 - Miles Griffin, From Observing To Leading In Real Estate

Growing up, Miles watched his parents run a successful real estate development company, instilling in him a passion and understanding of the business from a young age. Despite having many opportunities in different industries, he knew real estate was his calling and started his career as a realtor. Listen in as he shares his experiences, lessons learned, and the challenges he faced starting his own business. He will offer insights on the current state of the market and his predictions for the fu...

Feb 08, 202325 min

Ep. 54 Dean Shackley, How Our Scariest Moments Can Lead To Great Change

Dean has a very inspiring life story. He had a heart defect that led to a very intense surgery. Dean has used this adversity to his advantage and after a serious life event, he moved his family down to SWFL to live his dream life. If you're looking for a podcast to motivate you & make you appreciate what you have every day. Let us know what you thought of this podcast.

Jan 18, 202324 minEp. 54

Ep. 52 Butch Bacon - What Modern Home Styles Are in 2023

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Jan 11, 202323 min

Ep. 50 - Mark Riley, What It Takes To Build An International Brokerage

In this episode, Mark Riley shares all of the events that happened in his life that led him to own an International Brokerage. He is 62 years old and is still is just as energetic as he was throughout the early days of his career. If you're starting your own brokerage or are looking to become an entrepreneur - there are tons of helpful insights in this podcast that will steer you to success. https://www.instagram.com/NaplesRealProducers/ https://www.instagram.com/FortMyersRealProducers/ https://...

Jan 11, 202328 min

Ep. 53 Dan Diekneite, Predictions On 2023 SWFL Market

In this episode, Dan shares with us why he loves the boating lifestyle of SWFL as a Missouri native. He also gives great advice for what properties will be beneficial to buy as we move out of the 2022 Hurricane Ian damage. Follow us on all socials 📲 https://www.instagram.com/rpexperience https://www.instagram.com/NaplesRealProducers https://www.instagram.com/FortMyersRealProducers https://www.facebook.com/NaplesRealProducers https://www.facebook.com/FortMyersRealProducers

Jan 11, 202325 min

Ep. 51 - How Home-Tech Takes Care of Their Client's Properties w/ Donna Raynor

In this episode Donna shares how she has been able to find success working with Home-Tech and all of the amazing services they offer to homeowners & property owners. Follow us on all socials 📲 https://www.instagram.com/rpexperience https://www.instagram.com/NaplesRealProducers https://www.instagram.com/FortMyersRealProducers https://www.facebook.com/NaplesRealProducers https://www.facebook.com/FortMyersRealProducers

Dec 21, 202226 minSeason 2Ep. 51

Ep. 49 - Taylor Canada, What The Naples Lifestyle Is Like

This episode with Taylor gave us insight to how Naples has changed over the last few decades and how it's kept it's charm in all of the change. If you're curious about what it's like to move to Naples, this episode has tons of helpful insight on what life is really like here. If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow us on all socials: https://www.instagram.com/NaplesRealProducers/ https://www.instagram.com/FortMyersRealProducers/ https://www.facebook.com/NaplesRealProducers/ https://www.fa...

Dec 08, 202228 min

Ep. 48 - Jess Morris, Owning Her First Property at 12 Years Old & Succeeding In Real Estate

In this episode Jess shares that she first wanted her first rental property at 10 years old! She ended up owning her 1st property at 12 years old. Today Jess is selling properties at Golden Gate Estates. They sell properties from 1.25 acres all the way up to 50 acres. She helps lots of homeowners that aren't interested in the restrictions most HOA's have & want a little more freedom with their land. If you're interested in one of these properties, please reach out to us and we'll connect you...

Nov 30, 202226 minSeason 2Ep. 48

Ep. 47 - Denny Grimes, What The Last 40 Years Of Real Estate Has Taught Us

Denny Grimes was born in Ohio, but moved down to Florida after a conversation with a close friend about the opportunity Real Estate presented. Denny has seen many different storms come through SWFL and what Hurricane Ian is like compared to previous big events. One of our favorite quotes in this episode was "Fear is a terrible advisor." There is a lot of widsom shared by Denny in this episode. Be sure to follow us on all socials: https://www.instagram.com/NaplesRealProducers/ https://www.instagr...

Nov 23, 202228 min
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