Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered

Who actually survives when the real estate market slows down? In this episode, James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson sit down with Jack Miller for a wide-ranging conversation about the forces shaping the next phase of residential real estate. Drawing on research analyzing the top 1,000 brokerages, Jack shares what the strongest companies do differently and why market downturns tend to separate durable businesses from fragile ones.   The conversation explores industry consolidation, MLS consolidation, AI, mortgage companies entering real estate, and the market cycles that influence every brokerage and agent. And at the end, Jack answers one simple question: if you were building in today's market, what would you focus on?   His answer might be the most important takeaway of the entire episode.   Links mentioned during the episode: https://www.zillow.com/news/zillow-becomes-first-real-estate-app-in-chatgpt/ https://youtu.be/7pVtHyjvTg4 https://youtu.be/7A67sotkGZ8 https://www.ebay.com/itm/376986998992   Connect with Jack on LinkedIn - Facebook.   Check out T3 Sixty on LinkedIn - Instagram - Facebook and online at t360.com.   Other T3 Sixty resources: News: www.realestatenews.com Trends Report: www.t3trends.com Real Estate Almanac: www.realestatealmanac.com   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com   You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/  

What separates agents who build real businesses from those who stay stuck selling just a few homes each year? In this episode, James and Keith sit down with Lisa Chinatti, broker-owner of Chinatti Realty Group, to unpack the mindset and systems that helped her go from selling a handful of homes per year to closing 82 transactions as a solo agent and eventually building a brokerage with over 100 agents. Lisa shares the daily prospecting habits that changed her career, why booking appointments became her single most important metric, and how treating real estate like a real business transformed her results. They also dive into leadership, building a team, running an in-house ISA department, and why diagnosing problems in your business before trying to fix them is critical. If you want practical strategies for building a sustainable real estate business, this episode delivers. Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn - Facebook - Instagram. Stay ahead of the market with insights from Zillow's Consumer Trends Report. This annual research breaks down what buyers and sellers are actually doing — and what they expect from their agents.  With 55% of buyers being repeat buyers, yet only 13% using their previous agent again, the message is clear: past performance doesn't guarantee future loyalty. Even more telling, nearly half of buyers and over half of sellers hire the first agent they contact.  Today's clients prioritize pricing strategy, negotiation expertise, and a seamless, organized offer process. If you want to position yourself as the agent they choose in 2026, start with the data.  Explore the full report and put these insights to work in your business. https://bit.ly/4rDZg3M Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com   You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/  

What does real estate actually look like without an MLS? In this episode, James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson sit down with Todd Cutter, broker-owner of 2Costa Rica Real Estate, to explore how real estate works in a country where agents operate without centralized listing data, standardized addresses, or a shared marketplace. Todd shares what it's like building a successful brokerage in Costa Rica, how agents collaborate without a traditional MLS, and why reliable data and cooperation matter more than most agents realize. The conversation also dives into international buyers, second-home markets, and the lifestyle shifts driving more Americans to consider Costa Rica. If you want to understand what real estate might look like without an MLS and why that matters, this episode is for you. Connect with Todd on LinkedIn. Check out 2Costa Rica Real Estate on Instagram and 2costaricarealestate.com. Is your real estate business building equity or just paying the bills? At FirstTeam® Real Estate, Behind the Agent™ means putting real ownership in your hands. This isn't about stacking commissions, it's about building something that lasts.   You stay the face of your brand. We bring the strategy, marketing, leadership, and infrastructure to scale it.   No franchise caps. No growth ceilings. Just the freedom to run your business like a business. We're not building a roster. We're building real careers.   Break the glass ceiling. Own your future.   Explore agent ownership opportunities at: https://firstteam.com/inman   Stay ahead of the market with insights from Zillow's Consumer Trends Report. This annual research breaks down what buyers and sellers are actually doing — and what they expect from their agents.  With 55% of buyers being repeat buyers, yet only 13% using their previous agent again, the message is clear: past performance doesn't guarantee future loyalty. Even more telling, nearly half of buyers and over half of sellers hire the first agent they contact.  Today's clients prioritize pricing strategy, negotiation expertise, and a seamless, organized offer process. If you want to position yourself as the agent they choose in 2026, start with the data.  Explore the full report and put these insights to work in your business. https://bit.ly/4rDZg3M Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com   You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/  

What happens when the MLS collides with Big Tech? In this episode, James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson sit down with Amit Kulkarni (formerly Realtor.com and Bright MLS) to unpack the power struggle shaping real estate right now; platforms, MLS organizations, brokerages, and Wall Street-backed players all fighting for leverage. They break down the Compass–Rocket–Redfin move, why data, not just listings, may be the real battleground, and how AI could accelerate every pressure point already building in the industry. If you want to understand where real estate may be headed next, this episode is for you. Links mentioned during the episode: The MLS Playbook from Alloy https://alloy-advisors.com/mlsplaybook/ Connect with Amit on LinkedIn. Learn more about Alloy Advisors at alloy-advisors.com. Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/  

What happens when you mix 26 years of experience, private property rights, and zero tolerance for nonsense? You get Leigh Brown unfiltered. In this episode, Leigh dives into the real history of the MLS, why cooperation matters more than ever, and what newer agents are missing about how this industry was built. She breaks down universal cooperation, the danger of fragmentation, and why forgetting our past could cost consumers their access to a free and fair marketplace. But this isn't just policy and philosophy. Leigh shares tactical, practical gold on prospecting, social media, database calls, and how to stay relevant without being boring. From her eight-word phone script to her "be useful" philosophy, this is a masterclass in staying top of mind while protecting what makes real estate work. If you care about your career, your clients, and the American dream this episode is for you. Links mentioned during the episode: https://www.leighbrown.com/resources   Connect with Leigh on LinkedIn and social media at Linktree. Also, check out her podcast Real Talk.    Is your real estate business building equity or just paying the bills? At FirstTeam® Real Estate, Behind the Agent™ means putting real ownership in your hands. This isn't about stacking commissions, it's about building something that lasts.   You stay the face of your brand. We bring the strategy, marketing, leadership, and infrastructure to scale it.   No franchise caps. No growth ceilings. Just the freedom to run your business like a business. We're not building a roster. We're building real careers.   Break the glass ceiling. Own your future. Explore agent ownership opportunities at: https://firstteam.com/inman   Stay ahead of the market with insights from Zillow's Consumer Trends Report. This annual research breaks down what buyers and sellers are actually doing — and what they expect from their agents.  With 55% of buyers being repeat buyers, yet only 13% using their previous agent again, the message is clear: past performance doesn't guarantee future loyalty. Even more telling, nearly half of buyers and over half of sellers hire the first agent they contact.  Today's clients prioritize pricing strategy, negotiation expertise, and a seamless, organized offer process. If you want to position yourself as the agent they choose in 2026, start with the data.  Explore the full report and put these insights to work in your business. https://bit.ly/4rDZg3M Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com   You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/  

What happens when a Marine-turned-software-engineer builds a flat-fee MLS company in 36 states… and then says AI might replace most white-collar jobs?   You get one of the most philosophical and heated conversations we've had on this show.   Jon Minerick, CEO of homecoin.com, joins James and Keith to unpack his a la carte real estate model, why most flat-fee companies fail, and how AI could fundamentally reshape transactions, careers, and society itself.   They debate: Whether flat-fee models are true competition for agents Why most FSBO sellers still fail The real reason Purplebricks and others collapsed AI from contract-to-close; hype or inevitability? Universal Basic Income, purpose, and whether humans need struggle This episode goes way beyond real estate.   It's about technology, status, competition, and what happens when automation challenges identity.   If you care about the future of your career,  and your industry,  you need to hear this one.   Connect with Jon on LinkedIn - X.   Learn more about homecoin.com on Facebook - Instagram - X and online.   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/  

What if the secret to 100 transactions a year wasn't online leads… but real relationships?   In this raw and surprisingly vulnerable episode, James and Keith sit down with Montrose, Colorado broker Shawn Carroll, a 32-year industry veteran who averages 100 homes a year in a town of just 20,000 people.   But this isn't a "systems and funnels" conversation.   Shawn shares how he went from sleeping in his office, walking miles to show homes because he had no car, and being told he was "too unapproachable" for the business… to becoming one of the most dominant relationship-driven agents in his market.   You'll hear: Why he doesn't "prospect" and hasn't for years How he uses social media as a listening tool, not a megaphone The empathy shift that changed his business forever Why ego will cost you more than a wrapped car ever will The one mindset that separates agents who survive from those who quit No gimmicks. No scripts. No hacks. Just consistency, competitiveness, and caring deeply, even if you're not "Mr. Huggable."   Connect with Shawn on LinkedIn. Learn more about NextHome Virtual on Facebook and nexthomevirtual.com.   Is your real estate business building equity or just paying the bills? At FirstTeam® Real Estate, Behind the Agent™ means putting real ownership in your hands. This isn't about stacking commissions, it's about building something that lasts.   You stay the face of your brand. We bring the strategy, marketing, leadership, and infrastructure to scale it.   No franchise caps. No growth ceilings. Just the freedom to run your business like a business. We're not building a roster. We're building real careers.   Break the glass ceiling. Own your future. Explore agent ownership opportunities at: https://firstteam.com/inman   Give your clients the competitive edge with Zillow's Showcase. Discover how this exclusive, immersive media experience featuring stunning photography, video, virtual staging, and SkyTour helps agents drive more views, saves, and shares. Agents using Showcase on the majority of their listings on Zillow list 30% more homes than similar non-Showcase agents. Learn how to stand out and become the agent sellers choose. https://bit.ly/4jIetOp   Zillow Zeitgeist 2025 https://www.zillow.com/learn/zeitgeist-2025/   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com   You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/  

After years of turbulence, lawsuits, and industry shakeups, the National Association of REALTORS is making a bold marketing reset. In this episode, James and Keith sit down with Bennett Richardson, Chief Marketing & Communications Officer at NAR, to unpack the strategy behind the new "More Than Opening Doors" campaign and what it signals about the future of the REALTOR brand. From rebuilding trust and breaking out of a bunker mentality to leveraging AI-driven media targeting and first-time homebuyer insights, Bennett pulls back the curtain on how NAR is redefining its voice. This is a candid conversation about leadership, storytelling, industry perception, and why Realtors must reclaim their narrative before someone else tells it for them. If you care about the future of the Realtor brand and your place in it this one matters. Links mentioned during the episode: https://youtu.be/vEGGAgMr01M https://youtu.be/R3zOh0fvD30   Connect with Bennett on LinkedIn.   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/  

What happens when two founders challenge the entire brokerage model?   Guy Gal (Co-Founder & CEO of Side) and Hilary Saunders (Co-Founder & Chief Broker Officer) join James and Keith for a candid conversation about community, consolidation, private listings, and what it actually takes to scale a real estate business in today's market.   They unpack: Why consolidation cycles repeat themselves in real estate The real story behind private listings (and why sellers should pay attention) How the internet changed brokerage power dynamics forever Why part-time agents are quietly shaping brokerage economics The biggest mistake team leaders make when trying to scale Hilary delivers one of the most direct pieces of advice ever given on this show. Guy explains why the most enduring structure in business isn't corporate, it's community.   If you care about where brokerage is heading, this episode is required.   Guy's social handles: Instagram - Facebook - LinkedIn   Hilary's social handles: Instagram - Facebook - LinkedIn   Side's social handles and website: Instagram - Facebook - LinkedIn -  Side's website - Side x Side's website   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/  

Kyle Whissel doesn't just lead one of the top real estate teams in the country—he's redefined what's possible with structure, systems, and relentless clarity.   In this episode, James and Keith dive deep with the CEO of Whissel Realty Group (now Whissel Beer Group) to talk about everything from EOS and business operating systems to letting go of control, finding balance, and why agents are already part of a team (even if they don't know it).   If you're still clinging to every task or unsure how to scale without burning out, this one's a game-changer.   Is your real estate business building equity or just paying the bills? At FirstTeam® Real Estate, Behind the Agent™ means putting real ownership in your hands. This isn't about stacking commissions, it's about building something that lasts.   You stay the face of your brand. We bring the strategy, marketing, leadership, and infrastructure to scale it.   No franchise caps. No growth ceilings. Just the freedom to run your business like a business. We're not building a roster. We're building real careers.   Break the glass ceiling. Own your future. Explore agent ownership opportunities at: https://firstteam.com/inman   Give your clients the competitive edge with Zillow's Showcase. Discover how this exclusive, immersive media experience featuring stunning photography, video, virtual staging, and SkyTour helps agents drive more views, saves, and shares. Agents using Showcase on the majority of their listings on Zillow list 30% more homes than similar non-Showcase agents. Learn how to stand out and become the agent sellers choose. https://bit.ly/4jIetOp   Zillow Zeitgeist 2025 https://www.zillow.com/learn/zeitgeist-2025/   Links mentioned in the show: Traction: https://benbellabooks.com/shop/traction/ 12 Week Year: https://store.12weekyear.com/product-details/product/12-week-year-book Death by Meeting: https://www.tablegroup.com/product/dbm/   Connect with Kyle on LinkedIn - Instagram - X - Facebook and check out whisselrealty.com.   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/  

From making $18k his first year to building a real estate empire, Brandon Brittingham pulls zero punches in this brutally honest conversation about business, investing, and the power of mindset. James and Keith go deep with Brandon, CEO, national speaker, and bestselling author on everything from building multiple 8-figure companies under one roof to the hard truths agents need to hear about wealth, risk, and identity. You'll hear why he believes "agents are already investors, they're just not getting paid like it," and how breaking through his lowest moment changed everything. If you're ready to stop playing small and start building real freedom, this is your episode. Links mentioned in the show: Brandon's book "Converting Units to Dollars": https://www.amazon.com/Converting-Units-Dollars-Property-Management/dp/1642252662   eXpand Investing Mastermind: https://expelevatecoaching.com/subscription/expand-investing Connect with Brandon on - Facebook - Instagram - LinkedIn. Also check out Wake Up To Wealth Podcast - Wake Up to Wealth Podcast Youtube - Hire Brandon to Speak or Coach - Invest with Brandon - Real Estate - Real Estate Investing Youtube.   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/  

Eric Bramlett isn't trying to be the flashiest brokerage in the country, just the best-run. In this episode, James and Keith sit down with the founder of Bramlett Partners to talk about the power of systems, the limits of online leads, and why "boring real estate" might just be the secret to building something scalable, profitable, and sustainable. Eric shares: How he scaled from solo producer to 148 agents and $750M in volume Why online leads are overrated (and SOI is the real goldmine) The systems and tech stack that run his brokerage What "client experience" really means and how they measure it Why culture is the ultimate business system This is a masterclass in building a real business with humanity, accountability, and structure. Give your clients the competitive edge with Zillow's Showcase. Discover how this exclusive, immersive media experience featuring stunning photography, video, virtual staging, and SkyTour helps agents drive more views, saves, and shares. Agents using Showcase on the majority of their listings on Zillow list 30% more homes than similar non-Showcase agents. Learn how to stand out and become the agent sellers choose. https://bit.ly/4jIetOp   Zillow Zeitgeist 2025 https://www.zillow.com/learn/zeitgeist-2025/ Connect with Eric on LinkedIn - Instagram. Learn more about Bramlett Partners on Instagram and online at bramlettpartners.com. Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/  

What's the real difference between a smart tool and an intelligent robot? In this special episode, AI futurist and author Steve Brown joins James and Keith to talk about the future of work, real estate, and humanity in an AI-powered world. They cover: Why agents won't be replaced—but do need to evolve The 4 waves of AI (generative, agentic, spatial, physical) The real threat (and opportunity) of humanoid robots How "AI alignment" is the single biggest challenge of our time Why the best agents in the future will be designers and orchestrators—not just doers If you've felt overwhelmed by the pace of change, this episode is both a wake-up call and a roadmap. The AI shift is happening now. The leaders who thrive will be the ones who learn to lead it.   Links mentioned in the episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=675d_6WGPbo   Connect with Steve: Website: stevebrown.ai Book: https://amzn.to/45IQk4x Newsletter: synthetic.stevebrown.ai  AI training course: stevebrown.ai/ai-course LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/futuresteve YouTube: www.youtube.com/@futureofai  Blog: www.stevebrown.ai/blog    Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/  

In one of the rawest and most inspiring episodes yet, James and Keith sit down with Jeffery Mcgonigle, co-founder of Power Real Estate Group. From crying in his car to closing 560 deals and leading a 160-agent team, Jeffery shares how grit, structure, and clarity fueled his rise—and why "feelings aren't real" might be your new mantra.   They go deep on: The 3-2-1 method that every agent should be using Why most agents live in a fog of activity (and how to clear it) How he scaled with virtual assistants, ISAs, and dashboards Why clarity, not complexity, drives accountability The power of ambition and choosing the harder path on purpose   Whether you're brand new or running a big team, this episode will leave you fired up and focused on what matters.   Give your clients the competitive edge with Zillow's Showcase. Discover how this exclusive, immersive media experience featuring stunning photography, video, virtual staging, and SkyTour helps agents drive more views, saves, and shares. Agents using Showcase on the majority of their listings on Zillow list 30% more homes than similar non-Showcase agents. Learn how to stand out and become the agent sellers choose. https://bit.ly/4jIetOp   Zillow Zeitgeist 2025 https://www.zillow.com/learn/zeitgeist-2025/   Connect with Jeffery on LinkedIn.   Learn more about Power Real Estate Group on YouTube - Instagram - LinkedIn - Facebook or online at powerreteam.com.   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/  

Rajeev Sajja, SVP of Digital Marketing & Innovation at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, joins James and Keith for one of the most forward-looking, practical, and real conversations about AI in real estate you'll ever hear. From replacing agents to empowering them, Rajeev explains where AI is actually delivering results today and where the hype still outweighs the help. This episode goes deep on what makes an agent "AI-fluent," how brokers can build systems that support scale, and why humanity, not automation, is still your moat. In this episode: The 3 stages of AI: done by you, done with you, done for you What agents need to do to show up in ChatGPT search results Why emotional intelligence still beats machine intelligence How to use AI as a "second brain" to win back time What the best agents are doing right now with AI—and what they're not Plus: ChatGPT wiring a thermostat, oil changes via video chat, and why AI can make you more human not less. Links mentioned in the episode: Real Estate AI Flash podcast details https://realestateaiflash.com  Agent Bio Optimizer GPT for AI Search https://chatgpt.com/g/g-687e4fde4ac48191aa71be5a671951b5-agent-bio-visibility-optimizer Gemini 3's Nano Banana Pro http://gemini.google.com  Episode with RealScout https://youtu.be/0KMHkREqlsw Connect with Rajeev on LinkedIn - YouTube - Facebook.  Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/  

From a Craigslist ad to a 1,000-unit-a-year powerhouse, The Hogan Group's journey is anything but ordinary. In this episode, James and Keith sit down with Mike Hogan (Founder) and Alicia Pittman (Principal Broker & President) to unpack how they've scaled their Virginia-based team to 80 agents across multiple markets without sacrificing culture, accountability, or profitability. They break down: Why micro-teams are the secret to mentorship, retention, and scale The onboarding expectations that instantly filter out the wrong hires Their unconventional "counter-recruiting" pitch that builds long-term loyalty How they use AI and CRMs to support, not replace, human connection Why clarity is kindness when it comes to letting agents go This is a blueprint for building something real—with systems that support people, not replace them. Give your clients the competitive edge with Zillow's Showcase. Discover how this exclusive, immersive media experience featuring stunning photography, video, virtual staging, and SkyTour helps agents drive more views, saves, and shares. Agents using Showcase on the majority of their listings on Zillow list 30% more homes than similar non-Showcase agents. Learn how to stand out and become the agent sellers choose.   https://www.zillow.com/agents/showcase/   Links mentioned during the episode: https://owldoor.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fTj69Gv3ZaU   Connect with Mike on LinkedIn.   Connect with Alicia on LinkedIn. Learn more about The Hogan Group on Facebook - Instagram or online at hogangrp.com.   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/  

Every January, James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson go on record and hold themselves accountable. In this annual "Predictions + Report Card" episode, the dynamic duo looks back at what they got right (and wrong) about 2025… and lays out bold predictions for the year ahead. This year's predictions episode covers: What the Compass/Anywhere merger signals for the future of brokerage Why big players like Zillow and CoStar may make even bigger moves The death of clear cooperation? NAR's crossroads and MLS consolidation AI-powered agents, humanoid robots, and the tech shift no one's ready for Agent attrition, lawsuits, inventory wars, and private listing strategies James and Keith don't pull punches and they don't sugarcoat the data. This is your insider playbook for what's really happening in residential real estate. Links mentioned during the show: https://youtu.be/jqYxIsV_59g https://youtu.be/jWsHGDyKsCA https://youtu.be/XcO3OnRufpA https://youtu.be/I4VUBMamHuY https://youtu.be/p4kiwl2A_nI https://youtu.be/wGgzzj_ugf0 https://youtu.be/2G7GYoox63k   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/  

Damian Eales, CEO of Realtor.com, joins James and Keith for a no-punches-pulled conversation on the future of the MLS, the dangers of private listings, and why the real estate industry needs to stop the infighting and start serving the consumer. In this episode, Damian unpacks: The housing affordability crisis and why we're running out of first-time buyers How the new Realtor.com+ platform is reshaping agent-client collaboration Why private listing networks could spark the next wave of fair housing lawsuits The real reason some portals are misleading consumers and investors Why it's time to double down on transparency, cooperation, and consumer trust This is one of the most candid conversations about where the industry is headed, and why the stakes have never been higher. Links mentioned during the show: Damian's blog post: https://www.realtor.com/homemade/from-conflict-to-concrete/ Episode 26 with Damian: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rOrSszA9-0 Episode with Danielle Hale: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vwsw9FYTNe4   Connect with Damian on LinkedIn.   Learn more about Realtor.com+: https://www.realtor.com/plus-learn   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/  

What happens when a former Zillow exec jumps back into production and builds one of the most successful teams in Northern California—from scratch? You get Colby Culbertson, founder and CEO of Culbertson & Gray Group at eXp. In this episode, James and Keith dive deep with Colby on: How he grew from 6 to 185 agents in 5 years Why he starts every recruiting call trying to talk people out of joining The one requirement his team must meet—or they're out The culture killers that quietly destroy teams Why "ego" is the real enemy of collaboration This episode is equal parts blueprint and gut check for leaders who actually want to scale something meaningful. Give your clients the competitive edge with Zillow's Showcase. Discover how this exclusive, immersive media experience—featuring stunning photography, video, virtual staging, and SkyTour—helps agents drive more views, saves, and shares. Agents using Showcase on the majority of their listings on Zillow list 30% more homes than similar non-Showcase agents. Learn how to stand out and become the agent sellers choose.   https://www.zillow.com/agents/showcase/   Links mentioned in the episode: https://youtu.be/ZC2MLnd1Ylc   Connect with Colby on LinkedIn.   Learn more about Culbertson and Gray online at culbertsonandgray.com.   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/  

What if "not for sale" didn't mean "not interested"? In this episode, James and Keith sit down with Katie Hill, founder and CEO of Unlisted, a startup turning heads and headlines by unlocking the hidden inventory between "just browsing" and "for sale." Katie's background in direct mail, digital marketing, and startup advising uniquely positioned her to spot a massive opportunity in the market: homeowners who might sell,  just not yet. Unlisted isn't trying to replace real estate agents; it's giving them a new front door into consumer conversations before they're ready to list. In this episode: How a pool, a pandemic, and a bold question inspired a whole new real estate model What makes the "gray zone" of real estate so valuable (and overlooked) Why the future of selling your home could start with a waitlist How to use direct mail right in 2025 Why agents should get excited (not threatened) by this new lead source Plus: real talk on startup life, rejection as fuel, and why planning is often just fear wearing a tie. Links mentioned during the episode: https://unlistedhomes.com/agents   Connect with Katie on LinkedIn.   Learn more about Unlisted on - LinkedIn - Facebook - Instagram and online unlistedhomes.com. Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/