

Icons of Real Estate Podcast
Tomás Fonseca
ICONS of Real Estate Podcast is the go-to source of inspiration for real estate professionals who want to be inspired, take action and grow their business. Tune in for the latest insights in real estate, entrepreneurship, mindset and more.
We also run the #1 Real Estate Podcast Network, helping real estate professionals build their brand through podcasting. Check out our website to see how we can help you grow!
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We also run the #1 Real Estate Podcast Network, helping real estate professionals build their brand through podcasting. Check out our website to see how we can help you grow!
Apply to be on the show:
https://iconsofrealestate.com/podcastnetwork/icons
Explore our network:
https://hub.iconsofrealestate.com/
Find out more:
iconsofrealestate.com
Episodes
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Nov 20, 2024 • 32min
The Power of Teamwork: Secrets to Real Estate Success: Evan and Matthew - EP 479
👨💼With Special Guest: Evan Crawford and Matthew Willis
In this episode of the Icons of Real Estate podcast, host Timothy Kaitano sits down with Matthew Willis and Evan Crawford of the Crawford Willis Group. They discuss their backgrounds and how they came to form their successful real estate group. The conversation delves into their strategies for educating first-time home buyers and the importance of surrounding oneself with the right team. Evan and Matt also share their perspectives on the future of the real estate market, highlighting the significance of personal connections and professional growth in an ever-changing industry. Tune in to gain valuable insights from these seasoned real estate professionals.
#RealEstateJourney #RealtorLife #ResidentialRealEstate #RealEstateTips #MarketKnowledge #RealEstateSuccess #WorkLifeBalance #RealEstateInsights #LocalMarketExpert #ContinualLearning #RealEstateChallenges #RelationshipFocused #RealEstateImpact #TeamBuilding #RealEstateAdvice
🗣️Notable Quotes:
“ it's usually a red flag when you hear somebody say, I want to make a lot of money and have a flexible schedule. “
📇Connecting with Evan Crawford and Matthew Willis
Website: https://www.crawfordwillisgroup.com/
🎙️Connecting with Icons of Real Estate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/
Website: https://iconsofrealestate.com/

Nov 19, 2024 • 24min
From Deli to Real Estate: A Success Journey with Andrew Smejkal - EP 478
👨💼With Special Guest: Andrew Smejkal
In this episode of the Icons of Real Estate podcast, host Karen Roberts interviews Andrew Smejkal, a distinguished real estate agent from Midas International RE. Andrew shares his journey from working in a deli to becoming a top-performing real estate agent managing numerous property listings and significant sales. He discusses his early focus on foreclosures, how his approach to real estate has evolved, and his current strategies that set him apart in the competitive South Florida market. The conversation also covers his experiences with rentals, market trends, and maintaining long-term client relationships. Andrew offers insightful advice on navigating the real estate market, emphasizing the importance of local expertise and integrity in real estate transactions.
#RealEstateJourney #RealtorLife #ResidentialRealEstate #RealEstateTips #MarketKnowledge #RealEstateSuccess #WorkLifeBalance #RealEstateInsights #LocalMarketExpert #ContinualLearning #RealEstateChallenges #RelationshipFocused #RealEstateImpact #TeamBuilding #RealEstateAdvice
🗣️Notable Quotes:
“ you can go on the internet, you can find out everything that's for sale, but you have no idea. Is it a good deal or is it a bad deal?. “
📇Connecting with
Website: https://www.midasrealestate.com/
🎙️Connecting with Icons of Real Estate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/
Website: https://iconsofrealestate.com/

Nov 18, 2024 • 26min
Auction Adventures: Building Homes from Ground Up with Isaias Reis - EP 477
👨💼With Special Guest: Isaias Reis
In this episode of the Icons of Real Estate podcast, host Karen Roberts speaks with Isaias Reis, a real estate professional based in Orlando, Florida, who specializes in tax deed foreclosures and auctions. Isaias shares his journey from a law degree in Brazil to becoming a realtor in Florida. He provides valuable insights into the unique opportunities for buyers in the current market and discusses the potential for significant returns on investment in Florida's booming real estate. Reis also highlights memorable experiences and the importance of location in property investment. Additionally, he touches on how his background and specialized knowledge set him apart in the industry.
#RealEstateJourney #RealtorLife #ResidentialRealEstate #RealEstateTips #MarketKnowledge #RealEstateSuccess #WorkLifeBalance #RealEstateInsights #LocalMarketExpert #ContinualLearning #RealEstateChallenges #RelationshipFocused #RealEstateImpact #TeamBuilding #RealEstateAdvice
🗣️Notable Quotes:
“ what sets me apart is exactly that. The fact that I've done my homework well, I've studied a lot, you know, developed all those strategies, the more you do, the better you get.”
📇Connecting with Isaias Reis
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braziltouroperator/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@isaiasmreis
🎙️Connecting with Icons of Real Estate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/
Website: https://iconsofrealestate.com/

Nov 15, 2024 • 23min
Real Estate Waves: Adapting and Thriving with Nancy Aitken - EP 476
👨💼With Special Guest: Nancy Aitken
In this episode of the Icons of Real Estate podcast, host Karen Roberts interviews Nancy Aitken, a seasoned real estate expert with over 20 years of experience. Nancy shares her inspiring journey from a corporate HR background in the hotel and resort industry to becoming a successful real estate professional. Known for her exceptional customer service and integrity, Nancy discusses her specialization in active lifestyle communities and her evolution through market challenges. She emphasizes the importance of relationships, customer support, and creating a boutique real estate business that offers personalized services. Nancy's goal is to make the home buying and selling process smooth and stress-free, ensuring her clients 'live their best life' in Central Florida.
#RealEstateJourney #RealtorLife #ResidentialRealEstate #RealEstateTips #MarketKnowledge #RealEstateSuccess #WorkLifeBalance #RealEstateInsights #LocalMarketExpert #ContinualLearning #RealEstateChallenges #RelationshipFocused #RealEstateImpact #TeamBuilding #RealEstateAdvice
🗣️Notable Quotes:
“so many people have the ability to work from home. So they have the latitude to make the move before they retire.”
📇Connecting with Nancy Aitken
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CommunityEliteRealty
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/CommunityEliteRealty/
🎙️Connecting with Icons of Real Estate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/
Website: https://iconsofrealestate.com/

Nov 14, 2024 • 22min
Estate Planning: Avoiding Pitfalls in Real Estate with Connie Page - EP 475
👨💼With Special Guest: Connie Page
In this episode of the Icons of Real Estate podcast, host Karen Roberts chats with Connie Page from Connie Page Properties. Connie is a certified trust and probate real estate specialist in California. She shares her personal inspirations for specializing in estate development and trust sales, driven by her own experiences with her parents' estates. Connie offers a wealth of knowledge on the complex and emotional challenges families face during the probate process, emphasizing the importance of planning and her 'services before the sale' approach. She provides practical advice and shares compelling stories, highlighting the necessity for clear directives and trusts to avoid complications and high probate costs. Tune in for an informative and heartfelt discussion sprinkled with a touch of humor around an often difficult subject.
#RealEstateJourney #RealtorLife #ResidentialRealEstate #RealEstateTips #MarketKnowledge #RealEstateSuccess #WorkLifeBalance #RealEstateInsights #LocalMarketExpert #ContinualLearning #RealEstateChallenges #RelationshipFocused #RealEstateImpact #TeamBuilding #RealEstateAdvice
🗣️Notable Quotes:
“ what I see so frequently is that people will think that they deserve something of the decedents.”
📇Connecting with Connie Page
Website: https://conniejpage.com/
🎙️Connecting with Icons of Real Estate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/
Website: https://iconsofrealestate.com/

Nov 13, 2024 • 22min
Building Relationships: Key to Real Estate with Veldin "Dean" Miskic - EP 474
👨💼With Special Guest: Veldin "Dean" Miskic
In this episode of the Icons of Real Estate Podcast, host Karen Roberts interviews Dean Miskic, a dedicated real estate broker with the Lofton Manor home team at EXP Realty in Southwest Florida. Dean shares his journey from witnessing his parents' real estate ventures to becoming a successful agent himself since 2015. He discusses the defining moments that solidified his passion for real estate, the importance of building genuine client relationships, and offers valuable advice for newcomers in the industry. Dean also highlights his achievements, including completing 45 transactions in a year and his future plans to continue investing and growing his business in Cape Coral, Florida. Tune in for an insightful conversation full of practical tips and inspiring stories.
#RealEstateJourney #RealtorLife #ResidentialRealEstate #RealEstateTips #MarketKnowledge #RealEstateSuccess #WorkLifeBalance #RealEstateInsights #LocalMarketExpert #ContinualLearning #RealEstateChallenges #RelationshipFocused #RealEstateImpact #TeamBuilding #RealEstateAdvice
🗣️Notable Quotes:
“ all it takes is one person to kind of take you under the wing, give you the support that you need, and for you to be able to really, you know, take off and understand where you're going. “
📇Connecting with Veldin "Dean" Miskic
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MiskicVeldin
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veldin_exp/
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/veldin-miskic
Website: https://www.veldinmiskic.com/
🎙️Connecting with Icons of Real Estate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/
Website: https://iconsofrealestate.com/

Nov 12, 2024 • 26min
Real Estate Visionaries: Emerald Coast Dream with Tony Manthey - EP 473
👨💼With Special Guest: Tony Manthey
In this episode of the Icons of Real Estate podcast, host Karen Roberts interviews industry leaders Tony Manthey and Christy Leipprandt, members of Manthey Group. Tony, a prominent real estate advisor, investor, and developer, highlights his journey into real estate starting from his early days in South Dakota to making a record-breaking $25 million residential sale in Miramar Beach in 2022. The discussion covers how Manthey Group specializes in off-market opportunities and luxury real estate on the Emerald Coast. Christy Leipprandt, a retired Air Force officer, shares her passion for real estate and her journey with Manthey Group, emphasizing the importance of education, communication, and a strong team in their success. Together, they provide insights into overcoming challenges in the current market, focusing on long-term planning, and the significance of off-market properties. They also discuss their strategies for ensuring smooth transactions and negotiating the best prices for their clients.
#RealEstateJourney #RealtorLife #ResidentialRealEstate #RealEstateTips #MarketKnowledge #RealEstateSuccess #WorkLifeBalance #RealEstateInsights #LocalMarketExpert #ContinualLearning #RealEstateChallenges #RelationshipFocused #RealEstateImpact #TeamBuilding #RealEstateAdvice
🗣️Notable Quotes:
“ even in down markets, there's opportunities and that's what kind of sets. I wanted to set Manthey Group apart from everybody else “
📇Connecting with Tony Manthey
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-manthey-3a548910/
Website: https://mantheygrp.com/
Email: tony@flmtg.us
📇Connecting with Christy Leipprandt
Email: christy@premierfl.com
Phone Number: +1 (850) 543-3930
🎙️Connecting with Icons of Real Estate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/
Website: https://iconsofrealestate.com/

Nov 11, 2024 • 17min
From Agent to Broker: A Pathway of Excellence with Joseph Santini - EP 472
👨💼With Special Guest: Joseph Santini
In this episode of the Icons of Real Estate Podcast, host Karen Roberts interviews Joe Santini, a non-competing broker from Coldwell Banker in Boca Raton, Florida. Joe shares his transition from being an agent in New York to a broker in Florida, highlighting his passion for business and empowering agents. He discusses his innovative coaching methods, the importance of cultivating a productive office culture, and financial strategies to help agents build and protect their wealth. Joe emphasizes the need for agents to start with an exit strategy and explains his approach to planning and support. He also touches on the growth and appeal of South Florida as a business hub.
Hashtags:
#RealEstateJourney #RealtorLife #ResidentialRealEstate #RealEstateTips #MarketKnowledge #RealEstateSuccess #WorkLifeBalance #RealEstateInsights #LocalMarketExpert #ContinualLearning #RealEstateChallenges #RelationshipFocused #RealEstateImpact #TeamBuilding #RealEstateAdvice
🗣️Notable Quotes:
“ real estate agents, they have the toughest job in the world, you know, waking up every day, really unemployed. “
🎙️Connecting with Icons of Real Estate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/
Website: https://iconsofrealestate.com/

Nov 8, 2024 • 16min
Living the Dream: Real Estate Revelations with Adriana Briceno - EP 471
👨💼With Special Guest: Adriana Briceno
In this episode, host Karen Roberts interviews Adriana Briceno, a bilingual real estate advisor specializing in Miami Dade and Broward County. Adriana shares her journey from earning a degree in international business to becoming a prominent realtor in Miami. She discusses the influence of her multicultural background, living on a boat in Aventura, and her commitment to clear communication and stress-free transactions. Adriana also delves into the unique challenges and opportunities in Miami's real estate market, particularly in the condo sector, and provides insights into future trends. Listeners will learn about her goals, strategies, and how to connect for real estate opportunities in Miami.
#RealEstateJourney #RealtorLife #ResidentialRealEstate #RealEstateTips #MarketKnowledge #RealEstateSuccess #WorkLifeBalance #RealEstateInsights #LocalMarketExpert #ContinualLearning #RealEstateChallenges #RelationshipFocused #RealEstateImpact #TeamBuilding #RealEstateAdvice
🗣️Notable Quotes:
“ every time there is chaos, there's also opportunity. “
🎙️Connecting with Icons of Real Estate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/
Website: https://iconsofrealestate.com/

Nov 7, 2024 • 29min
Real Estate Insights: Balancing Passion and Data with Tim Collins - EP 470
👨💼With Special Guest: Tim Collins
In this episode of the Icons of Real Estate Podcast, host Kat Timpson interviews Tim Collins, founder of Coastal Premier Properties, based in the Emerald Coast of Florida. Tim shares his journey from Knoxville, Tennessee, to becoming a successful real estate broker in Florida. With a background in finance, sales, and sports coaching, Tim emphasizes the importance of leadership, work ethic, and community involvement in his career. He discusses his approach to coaching and mentoring agents, the impact of local climate on the real estate market, and the significance of building strong professional relationships. Tune in to learn valuable insights from Tim's extensive experience in real estate.
#RealEstateJourney #RealtorLife #ResidentialRealEstate #RealEstateTips #MarketKnowledge #RealEstateSuccess #WorkLifeBalance #RealEstateInsights #LocalMarketExpert #ContinualLearning #RealEstateChallenges #RelationshipFocused #RealEstateImpact #TeamBuilding #RealEstateAdvice
🗣️Notable Quotes:
“ as a math major, I'm, I'm a numbers guy, so investment properties and those kinds of things are, are my passion and helping people find that perfect spot. “
📇Connecting with Tim Collins
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/timjpcollins/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timjpcollins/?hl=en
🎙️Connecting with Icons of Real Estate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/
Website: https://iconsofrealestate.com/