Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered

Kris Lindahl, a three-time bestselling author and CEO, shares his inspiring journey from being a teacher to building a brokerage with billions in sales. He offers candid insights into how his early life trauma fuels his emotional intelligence and desire to give back. Kris reveals his secret to creating an "inescapable brand," starting with his infamous "hostage video" and the two months of excuses he made before finally publishing his content. His core advice: invest in finding a mentor who has already made your mistakes.   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 show: https://youtu.be/rQ1edhtDLOw   Connect with Kris on LinkedIn and check out krislindahl.com & connectwithkl.com.   #1 Best Selling Book- Arms Out  https://a.co/d/aNhUAts   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/  

Nykia Wright, CEO of NAR, delivers a masterclass in organizational turnaround, detailing the newly approved strategic plan. She candidly discusses the past dysfunction, the challenge of replacing a third of the staff with "A players," and the three pillars of the roadmap: organizational health, external pressures, and stakeholder expectations. Nykia shares her goal of shifting NAR from a reactionary body to a proactive partner, demonstrating accountability down to the molecular project level. Follow this link for the 2026-2028 Strategic Plan: https://www.nar.realtor/about-nar/2026-2028-nar-strategic-plan Links mentioned in the show: Nykia's first appearance on REIU: https://youtu.be/vEGGAgMr01M Stay up to date with NAR on YouTube - Facebook - Instagram - LinkedIn - X and online at nar.realtor. 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/  

Dan Foody, CEO and co-founder of Cloze, dives deep into the data behind agent communication failures. He reveals that 88% of conversations never enter the CRM, leading to massive lost opportunities. Dan explains his vision for the future, where AI uses customer data to identify what's important to them in the moment. He warns that agents risk losing their sphere to the "Zillows of the world" unless they master personalized outreach and transform their relationships into a sustainable differentiator.   Connect with Dan on LinkedIn.    Learn more about Cloze on X - Instagram - Facebook - LinkedIn - YouTube or online at ai.cloze.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/  

Parker Pemberton and Liz Rein (former attorney) from Pemberton Real Estate share their vulnerable and inspiring journey of failure, comeback, and entrepreneurial bravery. They explain their unconventional decision to move from a massive team to an independent brokerage, breaking down their "elective services" model that keeps agents productive. They share their high-volume metrics $829 million, 2,200 transactions and reveal why agents must focus on becoming "findable on ChatGPT" to succeed in the AI-driven future.   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.   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/   Connect with Liz on Instagram - Facebook.   Connect with Parker on Instagram - Facebook.   Learn more about Pemberton Real Estate on Instagram - Facebook and online at join-pemberton.com and pembertonhomesteam.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/  

Beverly W. Jackson, VP of Brand and Product Marketing at Zillow, joins the show to discuss her mastery of brand storytelling. She explains the critical difference between data and insights, and how Zillow uses culture and emotion, not just search, to connect with consumers. Beverly provides agents with a tactical, step-by-step guide to developing their personal brand, from selecting the right gear and platforms to using their vulnerability and lived experience to attract clients.   Connect with Beverly on LinkedIn. Kits to get started: This kit has everything you need: microphone, phone stabilizer, LED light and more for under $200. If you have a bit more to spend, this is another great option, with everything you need for less than $900.   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/  

George Laughton, founder of The Laughton Team (200 agents, $900M+ volume), details his journey from a terrible investment start in 2006 to running one of the US's top teams. He shares his systems for anticipating market shifts, his philosophy of making friends with what he fears (like iBuyers), and the team's structure based on interdependence. He unveils his Reverse Offer Playbook for saving canceled listings and stresses that consistent investment in self-development is the only way to sustain success at scale. 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/ Here is a sample link to the toolkits we discussed on the podcast. https://reverse-offer-toolkit-1j1j8rk.gamma.site/   Connect with George on LinkedIn.   Learn more about The Laughton Team on Instagram and online at myphoenixhomesearch.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/  

With nearly 50 years in the industry, including a stint as the CEO of realtor.com, Allan Dalton provides a rare, unfiltered masterclass on the power of language in real estate. He demolishes conventional wisdom, explaining why calling yourself a "listing agent" or using "comps" is killing your value. He also reveals the macro strategy behind the Zestimate, his personal experience being drafted by the Boston Celtics, and why agents must treat their work as a professional practice, not just a business.   Links mentioned in the show: https://youtu.be/R8QEk64uOBI?si=0XQMAdNj1EJLblR2 Here is a link to Allan's upcoming course with Anthony Lamaccia and press release:certifiedrealestateconsultant.com   Allan's latest book on Amazon:https://a.co/d/8YwgbWu   Connect with Allan on LinkedIn and check out allandaltonconsulting.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 does it take to lead the #1 RE/MAX team in Minnesota while staying kind, humble, and insanely effective? Ryan O'Neill joins James and Keith to share the story behind his 215-agent powerhouse team, doing over 1,600 sides and $621 million in volume in 2024. This conversation is a masterclass in servant leadership, attracting talent (instead of recruiting it), and why heart matters just as much as hustle.   Ryan breaks down his tech stack, his approach to team structure, top lead sources, and the unique value he offers that keeps agents loyal and clients happy. You'll also hear how he balances old-school relationship-building with new-school lead gen strategies, and why he never opened his own brokerage despite massive success.   Whether you're a team leader, solo agent, or aspiring broker, this episode is full of takeaways that will remind you what makes this industry so special.   With unmatched consumer insights and integrated tools, Zillow gives agents a daily competitive edge. Simplify workflows, gain powerful data, scale smarter and serve clients better than ever. Plus, now you can supercharge your business at Unlock 2025 — the premiere industry event for growth-minded pros like you. From scripts to systems, you'll leave Unlock 2025 equipped with the exact tools and strategies to grow your business faster.  Ideas are everywhere…growth happens here — join top agents and register at www.unlockconference.com. Use code UNLOCKPROMO20 for 20% off your ticket today. Connect with Ryan on LinkedIn - Facebook - Instagram - TikTok.   Learn more about The Minnesota Real Estate Team online at MnRealEstateTeam.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/  

Is organized real estate "going nuclear"? In this candid conversation, James and Keith sit down with Matt Widdows, Founder and Executive Chairman of HomeSmart, to talk about the seismic shifts reshaping the industry. From AI disruption and private listing wars to broker consolidation and MLS gridlock, this episode dives into what's next—and what agents must do now to stay relevant. Widdows shares how he built HomeSmart to 26,000+ agents, why agents must lead the AI revolution, and how to stay focused when the headlines are all chaos. If you're looking for unfiltered insights on technology, power plays, and the agent's future, you won't want to miss this episode. Connect with Matt on LinkedIn.   Learn more about HomeSmart on YouTube - X - TikTok - LinkedIn - Instagram - Facebook or online at homesmart.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/  

Tony Hanson and Lucas Mudrey, co-founders of Peracle, join the show for a high-energy, unfiltered masterclass on hyper-growth. They reveal their core philosophy—the "Rhino Mindset"—which drives them to charge at every market challenge. They detail their massive lead generation model, explain their obsession with calculating hourly agent worth, and share their full tech stack, including BrokerBot, to eliminate administrative "dumb tax" and ensure consistent agent success. With unmatched consumer insights and integrated tools, Zillow gives agents a daily competitive edge. Simplify workflows, gain powerful data, scale smarter and serve clients better than ever. Plus, now you can supercharge your business at Unlock 2025 — the premiere industry event for growth-minded pros like you. From scripts to systems, you'll leave Unlock 2025 equipped with the exact tools and strategies to grow your business faster.  Ideas are everywhere…growth happens here — join top agents and register at www.unlockconference.com. Use code UNLOCKPROMO20 for 20% off your ticket today. Connect with Tony on - LinkedIn. Learn more about Paracle on Instagram - Facebook or online at paraclerealty.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/  

In this timely episode, Errol Samuelson, Chief Industry Development Officer, and Josh Weisberg, Senior VP of AI, join us to unpack Zillow's groundbreaking integration with ChatGPT. They address the industry's concerns about MLS compliance, dispel data sharing myths, and reveal the rigorous Fair Housing guardrails they built. Most importantly, they give a first look at the future of "Agentic AI" and how it will transform property search.   How Zillow's App in ChatGPT expands listing reach and protects industry rules   Example prompts for the Zillow App in ChatGPT Find me homes in west seattle 3 beds 2 baths under 800k Find me homes in west seattle 3 beds 2 baths under 800k and within 2 miles of West Seattle high school I need help finding a nice place to live that's 2 hours from New York city. I like a community-minded place that's friendly.   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/  

Greg Geilman, CEO of DOMO Real Estate, joins the podcast for a deep dive into building a high-production, boutique brokerage. He shares the story of quitting his tech job in 2010 to enter the worst housing market. Greg details his unique philosophy on leadership (authenticity and vulnerability), his data-driven approach to acquiring leads via PPC, and the unconventional accountability system that requires agents to make 50 calls a week—to anyone—to qualify for leads.   With unmatched consumer insights and integrated tools, Zillow gives agents a daily competitive edge. Simplify workflows, gain powerful data, scale smarter and serve clients better than ever. Plus, now you can supercharge your business at Unlock 2025 — the premiere industry event for growth-minded pros like you. From scripts to systems, you'll leave Unlock 2025 equipped with the exact tools and strategies to grow your business faster.  Ideas are everywhere…growth happens here — join top agents and register at www.unlockconference.com. Use code UNLOCKPROMO20 for 20% off your ticket today.   Connect with Greg on LinkedIn.   Learn more about DOMO Real Estate on LinkedIn, Reddit - YouTube - Facebook, TikTok - Instagram or online at DomoRealEstate.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/  

Rob Hahn and Greg Robertson from Industry Relations join us for a high-octane debate on the Compass-Anywhere acquisition. We focus on the ripple effects: Will the industry consolidate into a few giants? How will Zillow, Rocket, and Homes.com respond? Diving into the chaos, debating Zillow's "nuclear war" options, the risk of a private listing "arms race," and whether the deal signals the end of the traditional MLS system.   Links mentioned in the show: Rob's Article on 5 Things Zillow can do: https://notoriousrob.substack.com/p/how-could-zillow-respond   Brian Boero's agent count article: https://1000watt.net/blog/friday-flash-the-coming-realtor-boom/   Connect with Rob and Greg  Rob's Website https://notoriousrob.substack.com/ Greg's Website https://www.vendoralley.com/about-2/   Follow Industry Relations on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@IndustryRelationsPodcast   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/  

Anthony Djon, leader of a 100-agent "teamerage" doing $50 million a month in volume, provides a masterclass on top-of-funnel lead conversion. He details his military-style team structure, which uses "Team Captains" and strict "floor time" to maximize speed-to-lead. He shares his full tech stack, including Shiloh and Fellow, and confesses his biggest mistake: neglecting client retention. Anthony's core advice is to stop rushing and perfect a relentless, consistent follow-up system.   Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn.   Learn more about his company on LinkedIn - Instagram - Facebook or online at anthonydjon.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/  

In this episode, we are joined by Michael Valdes, CEO of LPT International and President of Aperture. Michael shares his remarkable journey from an investment banker to a global real estate leader. He gives a behind-the-scenes look at LPT's rapid growth, the launch of their new luxury brand, and why AI will be a game-changer. Most importantly, he reveals the one thing agents can do to win in today's chaotic market: turn off the noise and focus on what truly matters.   Connect with Michael on LinkedIn - Facebook - Instagram or online at michaelvaldesglobal.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/  

Levi Rodgers, a former U.S. Army Special Forces Green Beret, shares his powerful story of survival, recovery, and building the number one team in Texas. After a near-fatal IED, Levi found purpose in real estate, inspired by a single act of agent honesty. He unpacks the disciplined systems of his 280-agent team, detailing his use of AI (Shiloh), a unique in-house desktop appraiser to win listings, and his military-style "PACE Plan" for overcoming challenges. His final piece of advice is simple: you have to take action.   Links mentioned in the show:   Levi's Zillow Premier Agent video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q_NwwVvSMQ4   Our episode with Ryan from Fello https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Wr96sFkxog   Connect with Levi on LinkedIn - Instagram - Facebook or online at LRGRealty.com.  Office number: 210-331-7000 Levi@LeviRodgersGroup.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/  

In this episode, Keith and James break down the Compass-Anywhere megadeal. They analyze the all-stock transaction and its potential impact on the industry. The hosts discuss the deal's challenges, including managing significant debt and potential agent churn, and warn of an "arms race" for private listings. This episode provides a candid analysis of what this means for Zillow and the future of residential real estate.   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/  

Byron Lazine, co-founder of BAM and a top team leader in Connecticut, joins us on the podcast to share his wild journey from a submarine mechanic to a real estate mogul. He explains how a personal bankruptcy in 2008 gave him the drive to succeed and a unique, no-nonsense philosophy for business. Byron provides a masterclass on team building, lead generation, and social media, explaining why building your systems first is the key to scaling your business without wasting a single dollar.   Connect with Byron on LinkedIn - Instagram    Learn more about BAM Instagram and online at nowbam.com.    To check out BAMx the BAMx community follow this link: https://www.skool.com/bamx/about   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 this episode, we sit down with Chris Kelly, the new President and CEO of HomeServices of America. Chris provides a rare, unfiltered look at the industry from the top, sharing his journey from attorney to CEO and offering critical insights on today's market. This conversation covers the legal landscape, the hidden dangers of "closed ecosystems," and a simple, powerful strategy for success: focusing on just a few things at a time. Links mentioned in the show: Ebby Halliday book: https://books.google.com/books/about/Ebby_Halliday.html?id=dgrqzgEACAAJ&source=kp_book_description Connect with Chris on LinkedIn. Learn more about HomeServices online at homeservices.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/  

In this episode, we sit down with Justin Havre, the leader of one of eXp's top-producing teams in the world. Justin shares his unfiltered story, from starting a tech background to building a real estate empire. Providing a masterclass on SEO, the importance of a long-term mindset, and the power of accountability as the key to scaling a team and unlocking the true lifetime value of a client. Links mentioned in the show: Hypewired.com Justin Wise's comarketing.com Rooster CRM - Apple - Android Connect with Justin on - LinkedIn or visit justinhavre.com. Learn more about Justin's team on Facebook - Instagram - YouTube or visit calgary.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/