The Real View

Cheryl Sayin joins this week’s episode to discuss how REALTORS® can best work with land to increase their business and profitability.Full Description / Show NotesCheryl’s career history and backgroundHow she’s made buying and selling land a huge part of her careerHow she got started in teachingWhere agents should get started if they are interested in becoming land expertsPersonal stories selling landImportance of surveysThe importance of mentorshipTopics covered in her bookWhat’s next for her

What do foreign land ownership, national security, and elections all have in common? Ohio’s Secretary of State, Frank LaRose. In this episode, we sit down with Secretary LaRose to discuss how his office is addressing foreign land purchases in Ohio, enforcing key legislation, and preparing for the upcoming election season. Plus, find out how REALTORS® can get involved in protecting Ohio’s democracy.What You’ll Learn:The role of the Secretary of State in tracking non-resident land ownershipHow REALTORS® can support transparency in land transactionsWhat the “Save Our Farmland and Protect Our National Security Act” actually doesHow “foreign adversaries” are determined under Ohio lawKey updates for the upcoming electionHow REALTORS® can serve as poll workers and support safe, secure elections

Alyssa joins this week’s episode to discuss the importance of a strong listing presentation, what it means for your brand, and shares budget-friendly tech tools designed to help you make a big impression on potential clients.Full Description / Show NotesAlyssa’s career history and backgroundThe importance of a sharp listing presentation and listing materialsWhat it says about you as an agentHow to create a brandThe importance of videoHow often to update your listing presentationsAI tools Video toolsCanva at the next level

Chris joins this week’s episode to discuss agent recruitment, retention, and onboarding, and what agents need to thrive in today’s brokerage world.Full Description / Show NotesChris’s history and career backgroundFounding Humaniz and what his company doesWhat challenges exist for agents in today’s marketWhat agents are looking for in a brokerageThe biggest mistakes brokers make in managing agentsHis perspective on how to recruit and attract agents

Amanda joins this week’s episode to give financial planning tips on preparing your business to thrive in uncertain times.Full Description / Show NotesAmanda’s career history and backgroundWhat inconsistent income can mean for REALTORS®Profit-first systemCommission Vault strategyImportance of pension/retirement planningHow REALTORS® can think about emergency funds/savingsHow to manage our stress and emotionsRemaining calm and how agents can use this to their advantage when working with clients

Roger joins this week’s episode to discuss the latest in mortgage news, including the latest trends, debunking myths, best practices for navigating the lending process, advice for first-time homebuyers, and more.Full Description / Show NotesHow he got started in mortgage lending and a bit about the companyThe importance of a strong REALTOR and lender relationshipBroad mortgage industry trendsHow to treat each client on an individual basisTips for buyers and homeowners nationwideCommon questions and misconceptions about mortgagesBest practices for navigating the lending process

Superintendent Daphne Hawk joins this week’s episode to discuss the launch of the new eLicense LPI portal, how it will streamline the licensing process, and the key tasks licensees can now complete online. The Superintendent shares who will be affected, how to prepare for the transition, and where to find support as the new system rolls out.Full Description / Show NotesDaphne’s history and career backgroundThe new portal and how it will improve the licensing processWhat users can complete in the portal and biggest improvements they’ll noticeWho is impacted by the changeWhen they should expect the switchHow you can prepare for the new launchHow to find support as the system unfolds

Cristin joins this week’s episode to discuss the power of visibility and how it can take your business to the next level.Full Description / Show NotesCristin’s career history in real estateFounding her own company and the work she does nowLiving in an “attention economy”Why visibility is so importantExamples of great visibility Mistakes made when it comes to being visibleThe importance of having a strong online presenceTypes of content we should be sharing to social mediaHow visibility works for executives

Amy Coor joins this week’s episode. In it, we cut through the noise of headlines and market chatter to focus on what you can control in your real estate business. From client preparation and conversations to mindset and daily routines, discover ways to stay confident, consistent, and in demand no matter the market.Full Description / Show Notes:Amy’s history and career backgroundWhat is causing agents' anxiety right nowThe importance of mindsetHow to run your business like a CEOHow good agents take advantage of tough marketsThe importance of a routine and how she creates a “Perfect Week”How being a REALTOR does not mean you have to be perfect

Feeling bogged down by the day-to-day grind in your real estate business? You're not alone, but there's a smarter way forward. In today’s episode, we unpack why hustle alone won’t sustain you and how building simple, intentional systems can save your sanity and schedule.Full Description / Show NotesJen’s history and career backgroundStarting her own companyHow being busy all the time isn’t a good thingHow she started scalingHow to know when to automate or delegateBenefits in your business and personal life when you begin to scaleRepetitive tasks that you can get off your plateThe importance of writing things downBest ways to get started in scalingAdvice to REALTORS on how to scaleWhat’s next for Jen and her career

In this episode, we break down key traits that set great real estate brokers apart and explore why balancing leadership, entrepreneurship, and agent support is more challenging and more rewarding than it looks.Full Description / Show NotesJoe’s history and career backgroundHow brokers can manage being entrepreneurial and running a staff at the same timeHow to hire and recruit the right agentsThe importance of mindsetThe importance of being accessibleWhat agents are looking for in today’s brokeragesThe biggest mistakes brokerages are makingBrokerage management as a meaningful and rewarding career

This week’s episode features Jessica Souza, who shares why business planning is essential and how to simplify it into five easy, actionable steps any agent can follow.Full Description / Show Notes:Jessica’s career and history in real estateWriting the Agent Playbook and her vision behind thatWhy business planning is so importantThe thought process behind 5 steps for building a business budgetHow to plan for expensesHow to plan for slow seasonTools we can use to help us build our budgetHow to budget for the futureBest place to start and advice for REALTORS on building a budget plan

This episode features Brennan on REALTOR® safety, the power of Tether RE, and its key safety features. Hear how REALTORS® use it daily, real stories of it in action, and the Ohio REALTORS® partnership making agents safer.Full Description / Show Notes:Brennan’s history and career backgroundSeptember is REALTOR safety monthWhy REALTOR safety is so importantWhat Tether RE isThe Four Safety Features and so much moreHow REALTORS can use it on an everyday basisPartnership with Ohio REALTORS on Tether REExamples of how REALTORS have used the app to stay safe

Episode SummaryPamela Ermen joins this week’s episode to share about herself, what you can expect from attending one of her classes, and to preview her upcoming virtual session, 10 Ways to Attract More Business.Full Description / Show NotesPam’s career history and backgroundHer inspiration behind teachingHow she approaches her classesAdvice for REALTORS attending conventionOpportunities in today’s marketSkills you can walk away from her class with

Episode Summary:This episode is a preview into the 2025 RPAC Impact Awards’ keynote speaker Donna Brazile, and her anticipated content.  Donna is a renowned political strategist and commentator, New York Times bestselling author, and Emmy and Peabody award winning media contributor to ABC News, USA Today, The Hill, and theGrio. Full Description / Show Notes:Donna tells us about her origins in Louisiana, and her introduction to politics.Donna details her career and her “why”. Donna shares what advocacy means to her.Donna answers what accolade is most important to her.Is homeownership important to Donna?Her steady connection with her REALTOR.What does the American Dream mean to Donna?Donna shares what she plans to talk about at Ohio REALTORS 2025 Convention.Is Donna optimistic about the future of politics in the United States?The importance of bipartisanship and moving forward.What does Donna want to say to REALTORS before the Convention?

Episode SummaryDebbi DiMaggio joins this week’s episode to discuss key strategies for first-time homebuyers, including essential steps to prepare for purchasing a home and how professionals can guide clients through the process.Full Description / Show NotesDebbie’s background and career history in real estateHer transition into coachingHer approach to coaching including her Life Chapter FormulaThe importance of mindsetHow to work with first-time homebuyersWhat first-time homebuyers need to know about buying a homeCommon challenges first-time homebuyers faceThe 3 C’s: Collaboration, Creativity, and CommunicationWhat’s next for her

Central Ohio is growing — fast. In fact, by 2050 our 15-county region could be home to nearly 3 million people. That kind of growth brings big opportunities, but also big challenges when it comes to housing, infrastructure, and sustainable development.In this episode, we sit down with Jessica Kuenzli, Chief Regional Planning Officer and Senior Director of Planning at the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC). Jessica shares how MORPC works with local governments, REALTORS®, builders, and community leaders to plan for smart growth across the region.Full Description / Show NotesWe discuss:Jessica’s career path and what brought her to MORPCWhat MORPC does and the programs REALTORS® should know aboutHousing strategies that are working in Central OhioThe infrastructure investments needed to support new housingThe role of the private sector in responsible growthThe biggest challenges and opportunities as the region approaches 3 million residentsHow real estate professionals and advocates can get involved in MORPC’s work

Episode SummaryBrian Boero joins this week’s episode to discuss the Clear Cooperation Policy, real estate marketing, and broader industry shifts.Full Description / Show NotesBrian’s history and career background in the industryThe work he does at 1000WattConsumer research insightsHow REALTORS can differentiate themselvesThe CCP: what it is and how it’s impacted the industryIf the NAR settlement has had an impact on consumersWhat trends he’s keeping an eye on for the rest of the yearWhat’s next for him and 1000Watt’s relaunch

Episode SummaryShay Hata joins this week’s episode to share what new tactics top REALTORS® across the country are using in 2025 to grow their business and become more efficient with their time.Full Description / Show NotesShay’s background and career historyHer perspective on the real estate industry How the industry changed What is in store for her sessionThe Harvard Negotiation classHow to navigate convention as an introvertWhat first-time attendees need to know

Episode Summary:Craig joins this week’s episode to discuss his convention CE, AI, ChatGPT, & Real Estate, the Law & the Code of Ethics and what you can expect from the class.Full Description / Show Notes:Craig’s background and career historyHis opinion of AI and real estateHow to get started with using AIApplications for REALTORSWhat you can expect from his presentationAI Compliance and the Code of EthicsWill AI be regulated on a national scale?