The Nick Fong Podcast

What happens when two powerhouses—Tom Ferry, the world’s leading real estate coach and Nick, broker of the #1 real estate company in Baja mogul, —sit down to share their secrets? You get a raw, inspiring, and sometimes hilarious conversation about passion, success, and what it truly takes to lead! In this electrifying episode of The Nick Fong Podcast, Nick welcomes Tom, a man who has redefined success for countless real estate professionals. He was in town just 24 hours to be at the Tom Ferry 2024 Cabo Luxury Mastermind.  But this isn’t just another motivational talk. This is a journey into the mind of someone who’s orchestrated over 200 flights and nearly 100 speaking events this year—all while staying laser-focused on his "zone of greatness." Tom dives deep, recounting his unapologetic investment in personal growth—$250K annually on coaches, advisors, and exclusive events—all to sharpen his edge. He reflects on how simplicity, like hand-washing his son’s soccer uniform, grounds him in an otherwise relentless schedule.  Meanwhile, Nick reveals his own struggles with leadership transparency, learning the art of delivering the right message to the right audience. But this episode isn’t all work and no play. Their conversation takes surprising detours—Tom's iconic first concert experience (KISS, with rockets and fire!) and Nick’s reflections on cultural immersion during a trip to Istanbul. Layered with humor and historical tangents, including a comedic deep dive into Young Frankenstein, the dialogue keeps you hooked from start to finish. The Big Takeaway: Great leaders don’t just hustle—they evolve. Tom’s bold vision, his emphasis on passion, remind us that success is born from discomfort and courage. Whether you’re looking to boost your sales, refine your leadership skills, or simply hear two industry giants swap stories, this episode is packed with inspiration and strategies you’ll carry with you long after it’s over. Are you ready to discover what makes greatness tick?  Listen now to this unforgettable conversation

Is Baja California Sur's real estate boom passing you by? 🤔 Think again! This episode, hosted by Nick Fong, dives into Elías Calles & Migriño, two emerging areas with massive investment potential. Cyndi Williams reveals insider tips on land deals, development opportunities, and why savvy investors are turning their attention to this untapped coast. We uncover beachfront property, development land, and the secrets to getting in on the ground floor. 🔑 Don't miss out!👉 Ready to explore these opportunities? Listen now and learn how to get started!Don't forget to follow Nick Fong on social media: @nickfong_ronivalFor more information on real estate in the area, check out findmexicohouses.comIf you enjoyed this episode, please rate us with ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️! Your 5-star rating helps us reach more listeners. 🙏

Baja California Sur has become a global foodie destination, and Chef Edgar Román has played a key role in shaping its modern culinary identity. In this episode, we talk about:✅ The evolution of Baja California Sur’s gastronomy✅ The fusion of Mexican tradition & contemporary techniques✅ Why local ingredients are the key to unforgettable flavorsFrom his experience around the world to making Don Sanchez a staple in Baja California Sur’s fine dining scene, Edgar shares what makes Los Cabos a must-visit culinary hotspot. 🍷🔥🎧 Tune in now and taste Baja California Sur through this conversation!

In this episode of The Nick Fong Podcast, we sit down with Jenny a longtime resident of Todos Santos, to explore her fascinating journey. From designing for the 1996 Atlanta Olympics to building the iconic Hotelito, Jenny shares her incredible experiences and what led her to call Todos Santos home. Discover the charm of Baja living as Jenny talks about the magic of this unique town, her love for community and simplicity, and how she found her purpose in this peaceful paradise. Whether you’re curious about Todos Santos or considering a move to Baja, this episode is full of inspiration and heartfelt stories you won’t want to miss. Follow us for more episodes: Facebook: ⁠Ronival Real Estate⁠ Instagram: ⁠Ronival Real Estate⁠ Instagram: ⁠Nick Fong⁠ Host: Nick Fong If you enjoyed the episode, don’t forget to leave a 5-star review!

In this episode of The Nick Fong Podcast, we welcome back Cyndi Williams, a real estate expert in Los Cabos, for an insightful conversation. Cyndi dives into her latest real estate successes, discusses the evolving landscape of Cerritos Beach, and shares her valuable tips on navigating the challenges of development and land acquisition in Baja California Sur. Tune in to hear how Cyndi tackled zoning changes, completed major land deals, and what her predictions are for the future of real estate in Mexico. Whether you're a seasoned agent or just curious about the Baja market, this episode is full of practical advice and inspiration that you won’t want to miss! Follow us for more episodes: Facebook: Ronival Real Estate Instagram: Ronival Real Estate Instagram: Nick Fong Host: Nick Fong If you enjoyed the episode, don’t forget to leave a 5-star review!

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating journey of Kathy Fettke from Malibu, California. With a background in broadcasting and over 20 years of real estate experience, Kathy transitioned into real estate investing and now helps others achieve financial freedom. Tune in to hear about her challenges, insights into the current market, and tips for creating passive income through real estate. This episode is packed with valuable advice and inspiring stories you won’t want to miss! Host: Nick Fong Follow us for more episodes and updates: Facebook Instagram Instagram Nick Fong Enjoyed this episode? Give us 5 stars and leave a comment! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating journey of Victoria Massengale, a top real estate agent in Hollywood, California. With a background in voiceover acting, Victoria transitioned to real estate 22 years ago. Tune in to hear about her challenges, insights into the Los Angeles market, and her experience working with high-profile clients in the sports and entertainment industries. This episode is packed with valuable tips and personal stories that you won't want to miss! Host: Nick Fong Follow us for more episodes and updates: Facebook Instagram Instagram Nick Fong Enjoyed this episode? Give us 5 stars and leave a comment! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

In this episode of The Nick Fong Podcast, we dive into the fascinating journey of Nicholas Brown from Compass Real Estate in Atlanta, Georgia. With a background in hotel management at Ritz-Carlton, Nicholas transitioned to luxury real estate 14 years ago. Tune in to hear about his challenges, insights into the Atlanta market, and his plans for future business expansion. This episode is packed with valuable tips and personal stories that you won't want to miss! Share this content with all your friends and follow us on all our platforms for more inspiring episodes. Follow us on: Facebook: Ronival Real Estate Instagram: Ronival Real Estate Instagram Nick Fong: Nick Fong Host: Nick Fong If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to give us 5 stars and leave a comment!

Welcome to The Nick Fong PODCAST, where today, we’ll be revealing the 1st semester 2021 Cabo market report. Joining Nick is his special guest, Gary Massa from San Diego. Gary is a real estate agent in San Diego, where he’s worked for 14 years now. But also, he is a licensed agent in Cabo for Nick Fong, the broker, and owner of Ronival Real Estate. Diving into the 1st-semester market report for all of Los Cabo, which includes Cabo San Lucas, San Jose del Cabo, and everything between and around the area, Nick Fong presents the facts in the report. Now, read on to uncover how the market has performed over the fist six months of 2021, while COVID-19 is still taking place and Cabo is recovering well. Gary Massa’s love for the Cabo area Now visiting Cabo more frequently over the last couple of years for both personal and business reasons, Gary loves the Cabo area. As he says in the video, it’s relaxing, it’s warm, and it’s sunny pretty much all of the time. Also, he says that he wants to live there 50 to 60 percent of the time. And, he would love to retire in Cabo, which might be sooner than later. Gary calls his combined business in both San Diego and Cabo a natural progression. He loves helping people find their home-away-from-home in Cabo, either for retirement or for a second home in this Mexican paradise.

The U.S. economy is thriving and the dollar has never been stronger, so why not invest in property abroad?  This Webinar was recorded on July 9th 2021 where Brett Swarts from CapitalGainsTaxSolutions (youtube channel) explains this alternative way to buy a property in Mexico using tax-deferred investment funds in the US.  Listen to him and Nick Fong as they walk you through how it's done! Remember you can also watch this webinar on our Youtube Channel www.youtube.com/ronivalrealestate, Stay tuned for the next episode of the Nick Fong Podcast. Saludos from Baja!

If you're looking for a podcast that's not just about Cabo, but also the people who live here and love it as much as you do, then this is the show for you. In Episode 2 of The Nick Fong Podcast, we have two special guests - Aaron Cuha from Tom Ferry Organization and Ronival Sales Manager Greg Willis. They share their thoughts on living in Cabo and what they love most about this land.   You'll hear some interesting facts about Baja California Sur that will make your next trip even more memorable! And if you want to get notified for the next episodes all you need to do is to follow this podcast on Spotify or subscribe by clicking here

Are you looking to start a career in the Real Estate industry in Baja? 10 years ago I went from being a single agent in Cabo San Lucas to now having a team of over 50 agents and 50+ staff members. My company Ronival Real Estate offers now service in all Baja California Sur representing buyers, sellers and homeowners who need property management services.  What made the change? I started early on with new technology and did what the best agents did before. Also, I got a Real Estate coach who has helped me to level up the game.  My guest on this first episode of The Nick Fong Podcast is my personal and my team's real estate coach Bill Pipes. Bill is the second in command of the Tom Ferry Organization, and one of the best coaches in the world.  Bill has helped many teams in his career to succeed and achieve the goals they set, grow their income and achieve a better quality of life. If I were you I would make an appointment with you to watch or listen to this episode even if you are already a Real Estate agent and you are thriving to achieve your goals. Bill is familiar with Cabo San Lucas and some more areas of Baja California Sur as he has been coming to this area for several years. We cover everything about his experience and memories, the beauty of the area, and how to achieve success in the real estate industry with my personal experience as well. Don’t miss out on Bill's expert insights into running your real estate business efficiently and how to thoroughly enjoy the Baja!

In this episode of The Nick Fong Podcast, Nick sits down with Agustín Olachea, President of the La Paz Hotel Association, for a deep conversation about the identity, history, and future of La Paz, Baja California Sur.Recorded in a spectacular historic setting in the heart of La Paz, Casa 1880, this episode goes far beyond tourism headlines. Agustín shares a powerful multi-generational family story rooted in Baja dating back to the late 1800s and the Mexican Revolution, offering rare perspective on leadership, legacy, and long-term vision.Together, they explore why La Paz has intentionally chosen a different path from Cabo—one focused on balance, sustainability, community, and quality of life. From responsible tourism and environmental protection to economic impact and global competition, this conversation explains what makes La Paz one of Mexico’s most compelling and misunderstood destinations.This episode is essential listening for anyone interested in Baja California Sur, sustainable tourism, real estate, destination growth, and the future of coastal cities.More details about Casa 1880 click here

In this episode of The Nick Fong Podcast, Nick sits down with photographer Ben Horton for a grounded conversation about photography, place, and what still feels real in a rapidly changing world.Ben has spent decades documenting extreme environments, wildlife, and remote cultures—working on long-term projects around the world and returning again and again to Baja California Sur. In this episode, he reflects on how photography is evolving, why trust in images is shifting, and why certain places continue to resist simplification.They talk about Baja not as a destination, but as an experience—raw, physical, and human. A place where light, space, and presence still matter. The conversation moves through storytelling, creativity, and why meaningful work today depends less on tools and more on lived experience.This isn’t a technical episode.It’s a reflection on craft, truth, and why some places—and some stories—still have weight.

What does luxury truly mean when your business is built on trust, precision, and human connection?In this episode of The Nick Fong Podcast, Nick Fong sits down with Karla Casillas, founder of Karla Casillas & Co., a leading force in the luxury wedding and events industry in Los Cabos. With more than three decades of experience, Karla shares the real story behind building one of Mexico’s most respected luxury service brands.This conversation goes beyond destination weddings.Karla talks openly about entrepreneurship, burnout, leadership, mistakes that shaped her career, and why communication—not trends—is the foundation of true luxury. She explains how luxury clients think, why personalization matters more than aesthetics, and what it takes to scale a high-touch business without losing its soul.The episode also explores the emotional parallels between luxury weddings, real estate, and life decisions, as well as Karla’s motivation for launching her own podcast, “The Choice,” a platform focused on stories of success, struggle, and personal growth.This episode is ideal for listeners interested in:Luxury weddings in Los Cabos and destination eventsEntrepreneurship and leadership in premium service industriesBuilding legacy brands based on trust and excellenceThe human side of success, burnout, and resilienceIf you’re an entrepreneur, creative professional, or business owner operating in a luxury market, this episode offers grounded insight from real-world experience.00:00 – Introduction02:10 – Finding Her Path in Weddings05:30 – Building a Brand in Los Cabos08:40 – The Evolution of Luxury Weddings12:00 – Burnout and the Cost of Excellence16:20 – Scaling, Teams, and Letting Go19:40 – What Luxury Really Means23:10 – Emotional vs Financial Investment26:30 – Trends, Personalization, and Timelessness30:00 – Common Mistakes Clients Make33:20 – Launching “The Choice” Podcast36:30 – The Loneliness of Entrepreneurship39:40 – Communication as a Life Skill43:20 – Failure, Trust, and Leadership Lessons47:30 – Mentorship and Industry Reality51:00 – Why Weddings Matter to Cabo53:00 – Final Reflections

Los Cabos keeps growing with energy, talent, and a community that truly cares. In this episode, Nick Fong sits with Patsy and Giancarlo from PURE Foundation, a project bringing innovative hydration technology and meaningful social impact to the people of Los Cabos.They explain how these atmospheric water machines work, how local artists, chefs, and leaders have joined the mission, and why this initiative has become a source of pride for the community. Their vision is simple: create opportunities, support wellbeing, and strengthen the place we all love.And this year, PURE is hosting a special fundraising gala, a night where residents, investors, and friends come together to support the expansion of these hydration stations and celebrate the spirit of Los Cabos. Art, cuisine, music, and purpose all in one evening.This episode is about connection, innovation, and building a brighter future—perfect for anyone who lives here, invests here, or is discovering the magic of Los Cabos for the first time.Buy tickets and more info about the event here

What does it feel like to run from one ocean to another—across deserts, through canyons, over the spine of Baja California Sur? In this episode, Nick sits with Hope Zak, an endurance athlete who decided that the only way to truly understand Baja was to cross it on foot.Hope takes us inside De Mar a Mar, a three-day ultramarathon that begins on the quiet shoreline of the Sea of Cortez and ends on the raw, open Pacific. She talks about waking up in Los Barriles and realizing the mountains behind her home weren’t a backdrop—they were an invitation. From the first step into loose Baja rock to the final mile on unforgiving Pacific sand, she faced exhaustion, elevation, and the kind of silence that strips everything down to willpower.Her story isn’t just about running. It’s about building a life between two countries, working as a nurse practitioner in the U.S., training in Mexico, and choosing a lifestyle that prizes freedom over routine. It’s about what happens when you push past comfort and discover the version of yourself waiting on the other side of effort.Whether you’re an athlete, a traveler drawn to Baja, or someone curious about what humans can really endure, Hope’s journey delivers a perspective that stays with you long after the episode ends.Press play and cross Baja with us—step by step.

What if your dream home was waiting on a hillside in Los Cabos’ most exclusive community? In this episode, Nick Fong sits down with renowned architect Próspero Tapia to uncover the truth about building luxury homes in El Pedregal, Cabo San Lucas — where every view, every rock, and every design decision tells a story. From million-dollar ocean vistas to the real costs of turning raw land into an architectural masterpiece, this conversation reveals what it truly takes to build in Cabo!More details about the lot?https://www.findmexicohouses.com/homes/131-Camino-Del-Club-Pedregal/Cabo-San-Lucas/MX/-/161502528/send us an email to info@ronival.com

This week, Nick sits down with his longtime friend Miguel López, founder of Eat Cabo Catering, to talk about the tastiest side of Los Cabos — food, events, and everything in between!From feeding 9,000 people at the PGA tournament to crafting intimate villa dinners and unforgettable weddings, Miguel shares what it takes to make Cabo’s luxury events come alive — one dish at a time.They swap stories about celebrity parties, how catering has evolved in Cabo, and even how a vegan birthday 15 years ago changed everything.If you love Cabo, food, and good stories — you’ll love this episode.🎧 Listen now and find out why Cabo’s flavor is unlike anywhere else!

Can Bitcoin really buy you a beachfront home in Baja Sur?In this explosive episode of The Nick Fong Podcast, Nick is joined by Mariana Plows and Ana Salmerón from Baja Legal Group to reveal how cryptocurrency is shaking up the real estate market in Mexico.From Mexican monetary law to the risks of volatility, from escrow challenges to real-life crypto closings already happening, this conversation uncovers what no one else is telling you about crypto in Cabo and beyond.If you’ve ever wondered whether your crypto wallet could unlock a beachfront property, this is the episode you can’t afford to miss.👉 Press play now and discover how digital currency could become the hottest new way to invest in paradise.Contact us to know more about this futuristic topic!info@ronival.com#crypto, #realestate, #Mexico, #Bitcoin, #BajaSur, #NickFongPodcast, #BajaLegalGroup, #MarianaPlows, #AnaSalmerón, #LosCabos, #cryptodeals, #cryptocurrency, #Cabo, #blockchain, #digitalcurrency, #propertytransactions, #investment, #cryptoHomes, #BajaCaliforniaSur, #RonivalRealEstate