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416 - Real Estate Success Unveiled: Navigating Full-Time Commitment with Shelley Griffin Aug 17, 2023

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Join Shelley Griffin, a top-producing agent in the Bend real estate market, as she shares her journey and expert insights in this enlightening episode. Gain practical tips for excelling as a real estate professional, from kickstarting a thriving career to mastering local board meetings. New agents seeking success will find invaluable advice, including critical factors when selecting a REALTOR® to collaborate with.

Whether you're an industry insider or intrigued by real estate, Shelley Griffin's entertaining narratives and insights will captivate. Tune in for inspiration and practical wisdom in the ever-evolving real estate landscape.

Key takeaways to listen for

Top-tier guide to getting started as a real estate professional
How not to feel overwhelmed when attending local real estate board meetings
Ideal strategy for new RE agents who want to succeed
What you should consider when selecting a REALTOR® to work with
Interesting stories from working in the real estate business

Resources mentioned in this episode

About Shelley Griffin

Shelley Griffin is the co-owner of Harcourts The Garner Group Real Estate. She got her license in 2002 and is ranked consistently among the top-producing individual agents in the Bend real estate market. She is rated as Harcourt's No.1 residential real estate agent out of 1300 agents in 43 offices in North America for a total volume of sales and 6th internationally. A remarkable feat for a broker in a town of about 100,000 here in Bend, OR. She held the No. 1 position for new construction sales in dollar volume in 2013, 2011, and 2010 and was a close second in 2012. For total residential sales, she ranked third in 2013 and fourth in 2012 by dollar volume among all Bend agents.

Connect with Shelley

Website: Harcourts The Garner Group Real Estate
Instagram: @shelleygriffin | @the_garnergroup
Email: shelley@thegarnergroup.com
Phone Number: (541) 280-3804

Connect with Leigh

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415 - How a Seasoned REALTOR® Rocked the Real Estate Game with Gary Rossignol Aug 10, 2023

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In this episode with Gary "The Rock-n-Roll REALTOR®" Rossignol, we'll illuminate the role of buyer's agents, plus tips you can use in the business. Learn the industry through the lens of a seasoned professional and hear Gary's story about his days as a newbie agent by tuning in!

Key takeaways to listen for

The important role of buyer's agency in every home buying transaction
Why do sellers need to disclose every detail of their property
What most real estate agents forget nowadays
A fun platform that will build your real estate network and serve the community
How special the REALTOR® industry is

Resources mentioned in this episode

About Gary Rossignol

Gary is a REALTOR® at RE/MAX Preferred Group and Host of The Rock & Roll Real Estate Hour. He is the first buyer's agent in Cincinnati, OH, and has 37 years of experience as a licensed real estate agent and holds these prestigious designations; CRS (Certified Residential Specialist), ABR (Accredited Buyer Representative), GRI (Graduate of the Realtor Institute), e-PRO (Internet Professional), SRS (Seller Representative Specialist) and SRES (Senior Real Estate Specialist). He aims to help homeowners in danger of losing their homes to foreclosure and encourages seasoned REALTORS® to guide the newbies in the industry.

Connect with Gary

Website: Rock N Roll Real Estate Team
LinkedIn: Gary Rossignol
Facebook: Gary Rossignol
YouTube: Gary Rossignol
Email: Gary@GaryRossignol.com
Contact Number: (513) 543-2513

Connect with Leigh

Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.

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414 - Your Guide to Real Estate Syndications and Passive Income with Sarah Miskelly Aug 03, 2023

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If you want to generate passive income, dial into this episode with Sarah Miskelly to navigate the wonders of real estate syndications! From being a property manager, REALTOR®, and investor, Sarah also reveals how she excelled in these facets of real estate early on and the crazy stories that come with them.

Key takeaways to listen for

Best advice for real estate agents who want to become top-producers
A crucial thing you must identify before real estate investing
Owning your own property vs. passively investing in a syndication
Criteria for selecting the best syndication operators to invest with

Resources mentioned in this episode

If you are an aspiring female investor who wants to create passive income, participate in the "Passive Real Estate Wealth Summit" to discover the tools and tactics of 10+ female real estate investing experts and start building wealth. Join the waitlist at https://www.passiverealestatewealth.com/.

About Sarah Miskelly

Sarah is a real estate investor, Founder of Hylee Capital, and host of the Endless Wealth Podcast. She specializes in empowering women to achieve financial success through strategic wealth management. Along with her partners, they've acquired 14,000+ units and $400M in real estate. She works to educate and support through the complexities of real estate investing to maximize people's knowledge, confidence, and returns.

Connect with Sarah

Website: Hylee Capital
Podcast: Endless Wealth Podcast
LinkedIn: Sarah Miskelly
Instagram: @sarah.miskelly
YouTube: Sarah Miskelly
Email: sarah@hyleecapital.com

Connect with Leigh

Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.

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413 - Settling In: Relocation Strategies and Unforgettable Tales in Real Estate with Brittany Ranew Jul 27, 2023

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Check out today's episode with Brittany Ranew as we chat about how she adapted to a new community as a REALTOR® and helps her clients do the same with her relocation expertise. You'll also learn from a strange experience she'll never forget and more, so tune in for our exciting conversation where real estate meets lifestyle!

Key takeaways to listen for

Top-notch advice for a REALTOR® starting fresh in a new marketplace
How beneficial it is to join local organizations and communities
A practical tip for homebuyers relocating in a new area
Recommended business and real estate podcasts to listen to

Resources mentioned in this episode

Salvador Dali Museum
St. Pete Young Professionals
Airbnb
The Tom Ferry Podcast Experience | Apple Podcasts and Spotify
Achieve Your Goals with Hal Elrod | Apple Podcasts and Spotify
The Ninja Selling Podcast by | Apple Podcasts and Spotify
Larry Kendall
Melanie Frank
The Jasmine Star Show | Apple Podcasts and Spotify

About Brittany Ranew

Brittany Ranew is a Licensed REALTOR® and Relocation Expert with Premier Sotheby's International Realty. As the official Relocation Expert of Tampa Bay and St. Pete Soul Podcast Host, Brittany provides valuable resources to her customers by immersing herself in the community where she lives and works. She believes it's about buying or selling a home and building a community.

Connect with Brittany

Website:Brittany Ranew
Podcast: St Pete Soul | Apple Podcasts and Spotify
LinkedIn: Brittany Ranew
Facebook: Brittany Ranew - Global Real Estate Advisor
Instagram: @brittanyranewrealtor
Youtube: Brittany Ranew
Email: Brittany.Ranew@PremierSIR.com

Connect with Leigh

Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.

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412 - Unveiling the Truth: The Controversial Role of Data Collectors in Real Estate Jul 20, 2023

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In this special episode, Leigh Brown delves into the world of real estate property data collectors, discussing their role, potential risks, and implications for consumers and professionals in the industry. The episode highlights the rise of appraisal management companies (AMCs) and automated valuation models (AVMs) and how they came into effect after the housing crisis. Learn the concerns about the new program introduced by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, which involves sending unlicensed and unregulated data collectors into homes to gather information for the banks. The lack of oversight and potential biases are problematic, as they could lead to inaccurate valuations and manipulation of property values. The episode emphasizes the importance of certified appraisers and the need for regulatory oversight in professional services.

To learn more about this complex and crucial topic, listen to this episode and then jump to last week's interview with Peter Gallo, Owner/Chief Appraiser at HOMESIGHT APPRAISAL, as he shared his personal encounter when he questioned a tech company representative regarding regulatory compliance.

Key takeaways to listen for

Understanding the role of AMCs and AVMs
The risks of allowing unlicensed data collectors into your home
The potential impact on the real estate market
The importance of advocating for the role of certified appraisers

Resources mentioned in this episode

411 - What Makes Appraisers an Irreplaceable Role in Real Estate with Peter Gallo

Connect with Leigh

Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.

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411 - What Makes Appraisers an Irreplaceable Role in Real Estate with Peter Gallo Jul 13, 2023

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Welcome to this episode, where Peter Gallo brings attention to the crucial responsibilities of certified independent appraisers and their challenges, gradually sidelining them from the home valuation process. Join us as we delved into his personal encounter when he questioned a tech company representative regarding regulatory compliance. Our discussion covers insightful subjects that will educate not only home buyers and sellers but also real estate professionals. So, tune in and stay informed!

Key takeaways to listen for

How appraisers and data collectors differ during a home valuation
Key solution for the crisis faced by independent appraisers
Risks posed by tech companies taking part in the appraisal process
Factors that prove the vital role of independent appraisers
Why it's impractical to have data collectors conduct property valuation

Resources mentioned in this episode

About Peter Gallo

Peter has owned and operated HomeSight Appraisal, serving Charlotte, NC, and surrounding areas since 2004. He has 30+ years of residential appraisal experience, and HomeSight is one of Charlotte's largest residential appraisal firms. His company leads the industry in quality, reputation, and efficiency. The business is based solely on referrals and networking through existing clients' positive experiences. He strongly believes in positive relationships and works very hard to cultivate them.

Connect with Peter

Website: HomeSight Appraisal
Facebook: HomeSight Appraisal
Email: peterg@homesightllc.com
Phone Number: 704-578-8205

Connect with Leigh

Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.

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410 - Building Your Dream Home Right: The High-Stakes of Real Estate Agents in Construction with Kat Ashley Jul 06, 2023

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Check out this episode with Kat Ashley as she lays out her journey to real estate and the resources that helped her grow in the industry. Stay tuned and listen to her startling story about a new construction home deal that came with tons of hiccups during the process for her and her client. Now's the time to learn from the experiences of a skilled REALTOR®!

Key takeaways to listen for

The power of persistence and following your passion
Educational resources that will introduce you to wealth and finance
Why homebuilders need to communicate with the buyer and their agents
Every REALTOR®'s role in new construction home development
A new construction red flag you should avoid

Resources mentioned in this episode

About Kat Ashley

With more than 15 years in international and domestic business, Kat Ashley (Potaniec) has established herself as a thought-leading agent with an invaluable track record. Her ambition, personality, and business acumen have allowed her to efficiently identify clients' and developers' needs to help them accomplish their real estate objectives with an impact. Kat is recognized as a talented, strong negotiator with an impressive ability to communicate with all parties to achieve the best result possible.

Through persistence and determination, moving into year two she organically scaled her business, earned the trust of investors, earned the Top Producer awards multiple times, was named Rookie of the Year, and received a Five Star Professional Award.

Connect with Kat

Website: Kat Potaniec | Kat Ashley - Real Estate Agent - Coldwell Banker
Instagram: @katsellstx
LinkedIn: Kat Ashley Potaniec
Email: Kat.Ashley@CBrealty.com
Phone Number: 512-484-0243

Connect with Leigh

Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.

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409 - Passive Income Mastery with Donna Reid Jun 29, 2023

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Today, Donna Reid highlights the reality of being a REALTOR® and how multifamily real estate assets allowed her to create mailbox money streams while giving back to the community. Catch her story of what agents should plan for retirement and ways to approach it by listening to this episode.

Key takeaways to listen for

Ways to promote tenant welfare for rent retention and longevity
Practical financial advice for REALTORS® and passive investors
Questions you need to ask operators before partnering with them
Importance of overcoming and learning from life's challenges

Resources mentioned in this episode

About Donna Reid

Donna is a Multi-Family investor. She helps investors earn double-digit returns back by real estate. She is also a Keller Williams Realty- Gold Coast residential property sales associate broker. Donna employs unique marketing strategies to achieve the best results for her clients. Regarding buyers, She begins by analyzing market data to identify a suitable price offer; then begins to negotiate to ensure that the client closes on the property at the obtaining the price. Lastly, she ensures that all the necessary documents are prepared and ready before closing the deal.

Connect with Donna

Website: Reid Elite Capital
LinkedIn: Donna Reid
Facebook: Donna Real Estate
Instagram: @donnasellsny
TikTok: @donnasellsny

Connect with Leigh

Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.

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408 - Essential Real Estate Lessons with Jenna Guerrero Jun 22, 2023

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Did you know there are specific protocols you must establish as a REALTOR®? Jenna Guerrero tells us in this episode about her unbelievable story of a short sale she handled during the pandemic. Discover why the initial transaction process of property selling is just as crucial as the rest of the closing steps by tuning in.

Key takeaways to listen for

Top benefits of having a competent real estate mentor
Why you shouldn't lie to your listing agent about your property's status
Top advice for new real estate agents
What is the most important responsibility of a REALTOR®?

Resources mentioned in this episode

About Jenna Guerrero

Jenna has earned a reputation as one of the top REALTORS® in Louisiana through a combination of hard work and compassion for the people in her community. She has found great success in the industry by building lasting, trusting relationships with her clients while ensuring that her transactions are completed efficiently and on time. She tackles obstacles head-on and is always willing to help clients with any problem. She loves her job and helping people and doesn't shy away from even the most complex transactions. This enabled her to close a staggering number of 91 transactions in 2020.

Connect with Jenna

Facebook: Jenna Guerrero
Instagram: @jenna_jam26
TikTok: @jenna_jam26
Phone Number: 985-855-9000
Email: Sellingismyjam@gmail.com

Connect with Leigh

Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.

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407 - First-Time Buyers: Tips and Tricks for Market Navigation with Jennifer Hammond Jun 15, 2023

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Learn what it's like to be a real estate agent with this week's guest, Jennifer Hammond, as she debunks common misconceptions of agents and the significance of their field in the industry. Don't miss this episode to hear the crazy story about her family's experience that made her profession more impactful in connecting with home buyers' financial decisions. Join us for more residential advice!

Key takeaways to listen for

What vital role do REALTORS® fulfill in the process of real estate buying
Why making the right financial decisions matter for your mortgage
How personal experiences stimulate passion in career finding
3 buckets of financial benefits you can get as a first-time real estate buyer
A purchasing tactic to apply in leveraging first-time buying opportunities

Resources mentioned in this episode

SiriusXM
What To Expect When You're Expecting by Heidi Murkoff | Audiobook
Online Courses
Jimmy Buffett

About Jennifer Hammond

Real Estate Educator Jennifer Hammond owns Hammond Real Estate Education, a company that provides premier online educational courses to Realtors, first-time home buyers, and real estate investors.

She brings more than 26 years of experience in the real estate industry to her customers. As the Owner, she provides leadership and strategic direction for the business, creates, implements, and executes the company's vision and mission, and ensures the corporate brand's financial success and public acceptance.

Connect with Jennifer

Website: Jennifer J Hammond
Facebook: Jennifer Hammond

Connect with Leigh

Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.

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