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Over 1000 Sales Transactions Closed • Andrea Gordon Feb 11, 2026

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Andrea Gordon talks about her unconventional career transition from theater director and playwright to real estate. Andrea discusses how creative skills and deep listening translate into powerful client relationships and early success. Andrea breaks down how to identify your “best fit” client and how to build trust. Andrea also reveals her evolved marketing machine, from cohesive branding and media to community philanthropy, and how decades of hyper-local experience allow her to accurately predict sales prices in multiple-offer situations.

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Andrea Gordon can be reached at 510-421-6818 and andrea@andreagordon.com.

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What Do Buyers & Sellers Want From Their Real Estate Agent In 2026? • Amanda Pendleton Jan 30, 2026

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Amanda Pendleton, the Zillow house trends expert, unpacks fresh data on today’s buyers and sellers. Amanda discusses the growing importance, and fragility, of buyer loyalty, why repeat clients often don’t return to their original agent, and the re‑engagement strategies top producers use to stay top of mind for 10–15 years between moves. Next, Amanda talks about how online research and AI are changing how consumers find agents, what a powerful digital presence and brand should look like in 2026. Amanda also emphasizes that GenZ is a bigger force in the market than most agents realize. Last, Amanda explores what today’s sellers really want and how data-driven agents can use Zillow’s insights to win more listings and build long-term loyalty.

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Rewrite Your Past for a Better Future: Hypnosis for High-Performing Real Estate Agents• The Inner Game of Real Estate Success • Paul Salter Jan 29, 2026

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Welcome to The Inner Game of Real Estate Success with high-performance hypnotherapist and mindset coach Paul Salter.

In this episode of The Inner Game of Real Estate Success, Paul breaks down how past experiences create beliefs and behaviors designed to protect you in the moment—but often end up holding you back as you try to reach the next level. You’ll learn why these patterns form, how they quietly shape confidence, decision-making, and communication under pressure, and why more information or strategy won’t resolve them.

This episode introduces memory reconsolidation and explains how hypnosis works to help you safely unlearn outdated beliefs and behaviors at the subconscious level. Paul clarifies what hypnosis is not, what it actually is, the science behind it, and how he uses it with high-performing real estate agents to release protective patterns that once served them—but now limit growth, leadership, and next-level performance.

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Schedule a high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching session with Paul here.

Learn more about mindset and performance coaching for real estate agents here.

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First Impressions On Social Media • Video Boot Camp for Real Estate Professionals • Kim Rittberg Jan 28, 2026

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In this episode Real Estate Video Coach Kim Rittberg talks about what the first page of your social media handles should look like what little tweaks you should make. Kim gives tips on how to write you bio and ultimately what content you should be making.

Please enroll to Kim’s “The Client Conversion Framework 5 Insider Secrets to Attract Clients through Social Media” free webinar here.

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Please enroll for Kim’s Real Estate Video Kickstart and 10-Day Video Challenge here.

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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.

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Announcing “The YouTube Lab” Sarah Maslowski Jan 27, 2026

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We are thrilled to announce our newest monthly segment The YouTube Lab with Sarah Maslowski.

The YouTube Lab will be a monthly segment hosted by Sarah Maslowski, a real estate agent who has closed over $150 million in sales from YouTube without any paid ads. Each episode will focus on teaching agents how to be successful with YouTube—what to post, how to structure their videos, how to attract the right leads, and how to convert those leads into clients. You’ll also hear interviews with agents who are actively using YouTube to grow their business, with honest breakdowns of what’s working and what’s not.

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Sarah Maslowski can be reached at hello@keypointhomesgroup.com and +1(470) 577-6472.

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Carrie McCormick D.J. Paris Monday Market Minute — **Real Estate Insights for 2026 • Monday Market Minute ‭• Carrie McCormick** Jan 26, 2026
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In our January episode, Carrie McCormick discusses the evolving real estate landscape in 2026. Carrie explores the shift from speed to strategy, the power of storytelling in pricing, and why reputation and strong client relationships are more crucial than ever for real estate success. Carrie also discusses how leading agents are adapting to market changes and building lasting brands.

Please follow Carrie on Instagram.

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Carrie can be reached at carrie@atproperties.com or by phone at 312.961.4612.

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The Gift Of Desperation • Kristee Leonard Jan 22, 2026

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Kristee Leonard shares her journey from helping her mother break into real estate to building a successful solo career. Kristee discusses the keys to her success: relentless work ethic, flexibility with clients, and a refusal to limit herself to a specific niche. She also discusses the importance of luxury branding and how social media—especially targeting other agents—has helped her generate valuable referrals. Last, Kristee talks about her challenges, future goals, and her belief in collaboration over competition within the real estate industry.

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Kristee Leonard can be reached at Kristee@TheLeadersRealty.com and 512.695.5144

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Best Offer Wins • Marisa Kashino Jan 21, 2026

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Marisa Kashino talks about her journey from journalist to novelist and her achievements, including “Best Offer Wins” and TV adaptations. Marisa discusses the differences between fiction and journalism, the importance of editors and coaches, and Marissa’s personal editing experiences. Next, Marisa unpacks the book’s themes of status, societal pressures, and female rage as experienced by both homebuyers and professional women. Marisa also talks about how social media and technology shape our perceptions of success and perfection, especially within real estate. Last, Marissa and DJ discuss industry practices like buyer “love letters” and share insights for both readers and real estate professionals.

You can buy Marisa’s “Best Offer Wins” book here.

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Please follow Marisa on Instagram here.

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Using AI to Assist With Negotiation • Tim Burrell Jan 05, 2026

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Tim Burrell shares the best and worst advice he’s received in real estate, emphasizing authenticity, empathy, and the value of working with the right clients. Tim discusses how cultivating rapport and trust can lead to more successful negotiations, and learn practical strategies for leveraging artificial intelligence to gain an edge in real estate deals. Tim also discusses collaborative negotiating and why trust and information-sharing are vital, and how empathy leads to better negotiation outcomes.

Check out D.J.’s Listing Reviewer here.

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Tim Burrell can be reached at (919) 812-5111.

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