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The Human Side of Real Estate with Gretchen Schmidt

The Human Side of Real Estate with Gretchen Schmidt

Update: 2025-09-25
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Gretchen Schmidt doesn't do real estate by the book, and that's exactly the point. She brings heart, humor, and clarity to situations most agents would avoid. From unexpected homes to emotional transitions, this episode reveals what it really takes to serve people when real estate gets personal. Tune in for stories that remind us why this work matters!

 

Key takeaways to listen for

  • What it's like to list a home filled with parrots and shrunken heads
  • Ways calling yourself a "facilitator" changes how clients respond
  • The tools and hacks Gretchen uses to stay emotionally and mentally steady
  • What most people miss about the emotional labor in real estate
  • How to turn a "weird" property into a compelling story that sells

 

Resources mentioned in this episode

 

About Gretchen Schmidt

Gretchen has been in real estate for over 15 years, bringing a strong background in finance and operations to her work. Before entering real estate, she worked for Microsoft and various tech startups, as well as managing capital projects for the Mercer Island School District.

 

With expertise in data analysis and operational efficiency, Gretchen helps clients simplify the process of selling their homes and ensures they don't miss out on finding their dream property.

 

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Connect with Leigh

Please subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast app at https://pod.link/1153262163, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.

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The Human Side of Real Estate with Gretchen Schmidt

The Human Side of Real Estate with Gretchen Schmidt

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