The Freddie and Alyssa Show is hosted by Emmy Award-winning actor, Freddie Smith and his wife, Florida realtor and author, Alyssa Tabit Smith. This podcast is dedicated to bringing you a mix of entertainment, inspiration and education.
#181: The Freddie & Alyssa Show: Hello From Kansas City, Missouri!
Jun 17, 2021
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#181: On episode 181 of The Freddie & Alyssa Show we podcast live from Kansas City, Missouri, while visiting Alyssa’s grandmother for her 91st birthday!
New Listing: 3 Bedroom + 2.5 Bath House for Sale in Winter Garden, Florida!
Jun 10, 2021
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15634 Avenue of The Arbors, Winter Garden, Florida $389,900
Welcome home to your charming and highly desirable corner lot home in one of the most sought-after communities in Winter Garden! Nestled in Independence, this water view traditional style home is packed with gorgeous touches and is truly move-in ready! The first floor features a stunning kitchen with an upgraded backsplash, ceramic tile floors, and a sensational pond view. With a welcoming foyer, spacious living room, and cozy dining room, the main living level is perfect for hosting! The family room’s screened-in lanai overlooks the spacious fenced-in backyard.
Downstairs you will also find a large laundry room, equipped with an under-the-staircase storage closet. Head upstairs, where a spacious loft will greet you, perfect for a bonus room! Venture to the right and discover two lovely bedrooms connected by a Jack-and-Jill bathroom. This bathroom is complete with dual vanities and a shower/tub combination. Also, on the second floor, the oversized owner’s suite is located with a spacious walk-in closet.
Enter the owner’s bathroom for a water-view oasis with a garden tub and standing shower. Independence is a highly sought-after community, and this property will not last long, so inquire today! This home provides marvelous views, an abundance of natural light with only one side neighbor, and a front-row seat to Disney fireworks from the loft or front yard! This corner lot is right next to the Independence trail for biking or walking/running. Excellent neighborhood with great schools, amenities and an oversized backyard with plenty of room for a pool! **Sellers are waiting for their new home to be built which will be finished between July 30-August 15th. Sellers need to occupy the property until then with possible leaseback option.**
#180: The Freddie & Alyssa Show: Moving Update, Alyssa's New Listing, and Our First Jobs!
Jun 10, 2021
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On Episode 180 of The Freddie & Alyssa Show, we sit down and share a moving update, Alyssa’s new listing, and our first jobs!
#179: Freddie Smith & Alyssa Tabit Smith: On Where We're Heading Next, the World of Becoming a Listing Agent, and Taking Florida Fred to the Next Level!
Jun 03, 2021
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On Episode 179 of The Freddie & Alyssa Show, we sit down and chat about our current living situation and where we’re heading next, navigating the world of becoming a listing agent, and taking Florida Fred to the next level!
Say Hello to Florida's Newest Real Estate Agent!
May 26, 2021
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What. A. Whirlwind! Y’all, I am so excited to share that you are looking at Florida’s newest real estate agent!
The world of real estate has always been wildly intriguing to me. During travels throughout my 20s, I discovered a love of architecture and interior design. I knew that one day, when the timing was right, that I would pursue this avenue.
Well, that day has arrived! Back in February, I was chatting with my mom before her move to Florida. I started asking her what type of property she’d be interested in purchasing. How many bedrooms? Baths? Ranch style or two-story home? Location? As I gathered her details, I began searching online and had so much fun sending her listings. It was at the moment that she playfully expressed, “I wish you could be my real estate agent!”
A light bulb went off, and my eyes widened. It was only February, and they weren’t moving until April. Could I study in time and get my license?
I immediately began researching - I discovered that Florida real estate license holders must complete 63 hours of education, pass the course pre-test and pass the state test. I knew it would be a feat, but I love a good challenge!
I enrolled with Aceable Agent as my real estate school. I enjoyed their style of learning; it was very easy to digest. The first month of studying went smoothly. I would incorporate it into my weekly schedule, and I enjoyed learning the foundations of the real estate world. As April began to creep around, I ended up doubling down on the studying!
When my parents arrived, I was done with the course, however, I was waiting to hear from the the Department of Business and Professional Regulation regarding my application. Before you can take the state test, you must submit your fingerprints, undergo a background check, and present your application. All we were waiting for was the approval from the DBPR to take the test.
After a few weeks of anxiously waiting, we received word that I was approved! Woohoo! Now all I had to do was pass the test! I took the entire weekend from Friday to Monday morning and CRAMMED for ten hours a day with a tool called Prep Agent. (I highly recommend this program for anyone looking to ace their real estate exam - I felt the course on its own wasn’t enough practice.) Also, a major shout out to Karen Climer, who I found through YouTube. Her tips and sample problems for the math portion of the real estate exam were wildly helpful. She really simplifies the concepts and equations, leaving you confident for your test!
The morning of May 10th, I woke up excited, nervous and could feel the butterflies dancing in my stomach. Due to Covid, they were allowing us to take the 3.5-hour test online with a proctor, so I felt fortunate to be able to take this exam in the comfort of my own home.
Ten minutes before the test, I blasted my pump-up song and danced around to get my energy aligned. After that, I sat down, took pictures of my testing area, and then logged onto the system. After showing the proctor my testing space, she informed me I could not have a calculator or my chapstick on the table, only water! (No chapstick!? The horror!) I moved everything and learned that all note-taking, problem-solving, and calculating would be done on the monitored computer screen.
One tip I remembered reading was that it would be unbelievably quiet during the first few minutes of the exam and not allow the silence to affect you. I thought that I would be totally fine because I was taking the test in the very spot I had been studying for the past few months - WRONG, lol. The moment the exam started, I noticed the ticking of the clock right next to me (mind you, I have never heard this before)! However, once I started getting into the groove of testing and feeling confident, the ticking sound went away and hasn’t been heard to this day!
Within the first few minutes of taking the test, I immediately went to the whiteboard and wrote down all of my math formulas. Once I got to the math portion at the end, I pulled the whiteboard back up and referred to my previously written down formulas. I finished the test in just under two hours, so I spent the next hour double-checking my work. Once I submitted the test, a “Congratulations! You’ve passed the Florida Real Estate exam!” I was over the moon!!
Time was of the essence in this situation because my parent’s needed a house to live in asap, as their Airbnb lease was ending soon. I already had a brokerage lined up and was waiting on my license number to be assigned so I could be a live Florida realtor!
Although we were still waiting for the license number, I immediately searched for a place for my parents. Spring is always an incredibly busy time for the real estate market in general, but the Florida market is absolutely bananas right now! It is a seller’s market, and homes are going FAST. Bidding wars are taking place left and right.
At about four in the morning, I woke up, unable to sleep. I was anxious to find a property for my mom and dad. I pulled out my phone, greeted by a blue screen starring back at me. I began to search the MLS and couldn’t believe my eyes - a stunning home in the area they desired had been added very late the night before!
I forwarded the listing to my mom, and the following morning, she said YES, we need to go see that! I got us an appointment to view the property immediately. The only hurdle we were facing was the fact that my license number still had not been registered! Luckily, with the help of my coach, Charles, we were able to go see the property.
The house blew us away - a 6 bedroom, 6 bath nestled in Reunion, Florida with the most breathtaking backyard. We immediately could envision our whole family making memories at this sensational house. With offers already in on the property, my mom shared her story with the listing agent, and they made a fabulous connection. We knew that if it was meant to be, their offer would be accepted!
Right as we left the house, I received word that my license number was finally assigned! I was now officially a Florida real estate agent and able to draft up the offer!
My coach told me to meet him at the brokerage, and we could get started on the paperwork. However, Freddie and I noticed we were low on gas and stopped to fill up. It turns out, this was at the very time Florida was going through a GAS SHORTAGE! (Remember that?) We just barely made it back to my mom’s Airbnb, borrowed her car, and raced to Celebration. After meeting the team and drafting up the offer, we crossed our fingers and hoped for the best!
After learning that there were nine offers in on the house, we were all sitting on pins and needles. The mortgage lender we used on this deal explained that per 1,000 individuals looking for a home in Florida right now,there were four homes available. Unreal!
The following morning, we got word that THEIR OFFER WAS ACCEPTED! The home was theirs! They are now under contract with a closing date set for June 11th.
I am truly so grateful that my first deal in real estate was with my parents. I got the hands-on experience to learn everything I needed from my first transaction and more importantly, was able to assist in getting them into a home they adore. I am so excited for this venture and cannot wait to continue helping families find and sell properties that make them feel right at home!
#178: Freddie Smith & Alyssa Tabit Smith: On The Daytime Emmy Nominations, Moving Adventures, and Attending a Foreigner Concert!
May 26, 2021
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On Episode 178 of The Freddie & Alyssa Show, we sit down and chat about the Daytime Emmy nominations! We also discuss our moving adventures and attending a Foreigner concert!
#177: Freddie Smith & Alyssa Tabit Smith: Alyssa's Venture into Real Estate, Days of Our Lives Gets Renewed for Two More Years, and Bennifer is Back, Baby!
May 12, 2021
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On Episode 177 of The Freddie & Alyssa Show, we chat about Alyssa’s exciting, new endeavor as a Real Estate Agent, the wonderful news of Days of Our Lives getting renewed for two more years, and we also explore the Bennifer reunion between JLO and Ben Affleck!
#176: Freddie Smith & Alyssa Tabit Smith: Shocking! We're Moving Again!
May 05, 2021
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On Episode 176 of The Freddie & Alyssa Show, we sit down and discuss the 411 on our moving situation, Broadway’s big return, and our Mother’s Day plans!
#175: Freddie Smith & Alyssa Tabit Smith: Celebrate Their Three Year Anniversary of The Freddie & Alyssa Show!
Apr 28, 2021
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On Episode 175 of The Freddie & Alyssa Show, we sit down and celebrate our three year anniversary of The Freddie & Alyssa Show!
#174: Freddie Smith & Alyssa Tabit Smith: On Freddie's First Audition Back, Visiting Temples in Koh Samui, Thailand, Future Plans for Children & Florida Fred Recipes!
Apr 21, 2021
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On Episode 174 of The Freddie & Alyssa Show, we sit down for Part 2 of our q&a special! We share details of Freddie's first audition back in the world of acting, vacationing in Koh Samui, Thailand, our thoughts and plans for a future family, and upcoming Florida Fred recipe videos!
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