Icons of Real Estate Podcast

Tomás Fonseca
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Aug 27, 2025 • 23min

How Josh Jerman Builds Trust & Wins in Maui Real Estate - EP 615

Josh Jerman shares his journey as a top Maui realtor, emphasizing trust, reputation, and community involvement as the pillars of his success. He discusses client relationships, philanthropy, and adapting to diverse client needs, offering actionable advice for realtors looking to grow their business while staying authentic.🎧 Hosted by: Tomás Fonseca 🎤 Guest: Josh JermanKey Takeaways: ✔️ Trust is the foundation of long-term client relationships ✔️ Reputation matters in small communities like Maui ✔️ Community involvement and philanthropy enhance fulfillment ✔️ Adaptability is key to meeting diverse client needs ✔️ Transparency fosters trust and accountability ✔️ Aspiring realtors can learn from Josh’s career journey ✔️ Future growth includes team expansion and education initiatives🎙 Follow Josh Jerman:🌎 Website → https://joshjerman.com/📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshjerman/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/askjosh/🎙 Follow the Icons of Real Estate Podcast: 🌎 Podcast Booking Platform → https://hub.iconsofrealestate.com/ 📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate 📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/ 🔗 Spotify → https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate → https://iconsofrealestate.com/
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Aug 20, 2025 • 38min

RISE to Success: Gary Harper’s Real Estate & Purpose Journey - EP 614

Gary Harper shares his real estate journey filled with challenges and triumphs. He emphasizes shifting from employee to entrepreneur, introduces the RISE Business Framework for business growth, and highlights the critical role of purpose in achieving long-term success. Actionable advice for personal development and scaling your business awaits.🎧 Hosted by: Tomás Fonseca 🎤 Guest: Gary HarperKey Takeaways: ✔️ Real estate success requires resilience through ups and downs ✔️ Mindset shift from employee to entrepreneur is essential ✔️ RISE Business Framework provides a roadmap to scale ✔️ Purpose drives motivation and prevents burnout ✔️ Purpose can evolve with experiences and life changes ✔️ Support systems and daily tracking are vital for growth ✔️ You are never too young to discover your purpose🎙 Follow Gary Harper:🌎 Website → https://sharperprocess.com/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-harper-37148967/🎙 Follow the Icons of Real Estate Podcast:🌎 Podcast Booking Platform → https://hub.iconsofrealestate.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/🔗 Spotify → https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/
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Aug 13, 2025 • 36min

The Power of Authenticity and Social Media in Real Estate with Bailey Tarr - EP 613

 Bailey Tarr, a successful real estate agent in San Diego, shares her insights on relocating from Sacramento and building a successful business in a new city. In this episode, Bailey talks about the role of social media in her business, with 80% of her deals coming from referrals due to her online presence. She explains why authenticity and networking are essential, and how joining a local team and engaging with the community has contributed to her growth.🎧 Hosted by: Tomas Fonseca 🎙 Featuring: Bailey Tarr – Real Estate Agent in San DiegoKey Takeaways: ✔️ Moving to San Diego helped Bailey sell a city she loves ✔️ Believing in the product you sell is essential in real estate ✔️ Relocating can be daunting, but it can lead to massive growth ✔️ Joining a local team provides support and valuable insights ✔️ Social media is an invaluable tool for real estate agents ✔️ Authenticity and relatability are key to attracting clients ✔️ 80% of Bailey’s business comes from referrals ✔️ Consistent online presence helps stay top of mind ✔️ Engaging with your audience on social media leads to business opportunities ✔️ Balancing professional and personal content keeps things relatableConnect with Bailey Tarr:📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/bailey.tarr/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/bailey-tarr-9a8253281🌎 Website → https://www.sothebysrealty.com/🎙 Follow the Icons of Real Estate Podcast:🌎 Podcast Booking Platform → https://hub.iconsofrealestate.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/🔗 Spotify → https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/
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Aug 6, 2025 • 23min

The Power of Community and Branding in Real Estate with Russell Kubach - EP 612

In this episode of the Icons of Real Estate Podcast, Tomas Fonseca interviews Russell Kubach, a successful realtor in Philadelphia. Russell shares his transition from the beer industry to real estate and the lessons he learned along the way. He emphasizes the importance of community connections, giving back, and how authenticity in building relationships has helped him stand out in a competitive market. Russell also discusses his long-term goal of building an empire in real estate and the significance of numbers in making key decisions.🎧 Hosted by: Tomas Fonseca👤 Guest: Russell Kubach - a top real estate agent in Greater Philadelphia💡 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ Russell’s unique transition from beer to real estate ✔️ How community involvement and networking lead to success ✔️ Real estate karma: why giving back creates future opportunities ✔️ The value of personal branding and being accessible ✔️ The challenges of standing out in a crowded market ✔️ Building a long-term empire and focusing on growth ✔️ The importance of numbers and analytics in real estate decisions🎙 Follow Russel Kubach:🌎 Website → https://kubachsells.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/KubachRealEstate/📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/russellkubach/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-kubach-3866524b/🎙 Follow the Icons of Real Estate Podcast:🌎 Podcast Booking Platform → https://hub.iconsofrealestate.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/🔗 Spotify → https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/
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Jul 9, 2025 • 17min

Building a $1B+ Brand: Luxury Listing Success with Cindy Raney and Jason Mudd - EP 611

In this episode of Icons of Real Estate, we sit down with Cindy and Jason, the powerhouse couple behind $1B+ in luxury real estate sales in Fairfield County, Connecticut.Together, they’ve built a high-touch, tech-forward real estate team known for delivering seamless service to high-net-worth clients. From their Wall Street backgrounds to creating an AI-enhanced client experience, the Raneys share what truly sets them apart.🎙️ Highlights include:How they sold a $10M+ listing that sat for 6 yearsWhat it takes to earn trust in the ultra-luxury marketThe importance of deep local knowledgeBuilding a multi-touchpoint client experienceWhy transparency always winsLeveraging tech to improve consumer service📍 Based in Fairfield County, just outside NYC, their market insights are essential for agents and investors alike.📲 Follow them on Instagram: @cindyraneyandteam
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Jul 3, 2025 • 14min

How I Closed 12 Real Estate Deals in My First Year - EP 610

In this episode of Icons of Real Estate, Taylor Klein, a rookie agent from Pensacola, shares her inspiring journey from struggling with no income to successfully closing 12 real estate deals in her first year. Host Tomas Fonseca dives deep into Taylor's tactics, including cold calling, CRM management, and how Instagram helped her generate leads and build a brand. Learn the exact steps Taylor took to find success in her first year in real estate.🎧 Hosted by: Tomas Fonseca 🎙 Guest: Taylor Klein💡 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ Taylor’s strategy for turning her first year into a success ✔️ How Taylor used cold calling to connect with leads ✔️ The secret to getting the most out of your CRM ✔️ The role Instagram played in Taylor’s real estate business ✔️ How to build confidence and stay motivated as a new agent ✔️ Why persistence is key to thriving in real estate📲 Follow Taylor’s Journey: 🌎 Website → https://taylork.bestrealtorsinpensacola.com/📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/fl.realtortaylor/🔗 LinkedIn → linkedin.com/in/taylor-klein-589a2b30a🎧 Follow Icons of Real Estate🌎 Website → https://iconsofrealestate.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/
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Jun 25, 2025 • 25min

Scaling Smart: Inside Industrial Real Estate with Anthony Scavo - EP 609

In this episode of The Icons of Real Estate Podcast, host Tomas Fonseca chats with Anthony Scavo, President and COO of Basis Industrial, about growing a successful industrial real estate business. Anthony shares how his background in construction and development has shaped his leadership style and helped him scale Basis Industrial to over 5 million square feet of space in just a few years. He discusses the challenges and opportunities in the industrial sector and offers valuable business advice.🎧 Hosted by: Tomas Fonseca👤 Guest:🏡 Anthony Scavo – President & COO, Basis Industrial💡 Key Topics Covered:✔️ Scaling an industrial real estate business✔️ Overcoming market challenges and shifts✔️ The role of leadership in company growth✔️ Importance of taking calculated risks in business✔️ Building a cohesive team in a growing company📇 Connect with Anthony Scavo:🌐 Website → https://basisindustrial.com📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/basisindustrial/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-scavojr1977/ 🎧 Follow Icons of Real Estate🌎 Website → https://iconsofrealestate.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!💎 Produced by Icons of Real Estate
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Jun 18, 2025 • 20min

The Three Pillars of Real Estate Success with Jenn Grandjean - EP 608

Jenn Grandjean—Realtor, coach, and founder of The Hype Collective—joins Tomas Fonseca to reveal the three essential pillars of real estate success. With her background in psychology and real estate leadership, Jenn dives deep into mindset, follow-up, and the key pillar of business growth that most agents neglect.Tune in to find out:Why “confidence” isn’t the goal—and what to work on insteadThe most important question every agent must ask themselvesRelocating your business: How to replicate real estate success in a new market What true leadership looks like in real estateAnd how to find your tribe to scale faster🎁 Special Offer: Get an exclusive 20% discount on Jenn’s Hype Collective Membership—listen to the full episode to find out how!Follow Jenn: Instagram: @estateofjenn TikTok: @estateofjennofficial Website: estateofjenn.comWebsite: https://estateofjenn.com/ 🎧 Listen to The Hype Seat Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yLf5xxp1GTU
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Jun 6, 2025 • 22min

Building a Business on Authenticity, Systems, and Community - EP 607

In this episode of Icons of Real Estate, host Karen Roberts chats with a seasoned real estate duo Charity & Joe Slawter who combine decades of experience in coaching, home building, and remodeling to create a client-first business. They share how deep listening, servant leadership, and robust systems help their team thrive through market shifts and challenges. They also discuss their commitment to affordable housing solutions and growing a sustainable, relationship-driven real estate business in Washington State.🎧 Hosted by: Karen Roberts👤 Guests: Charity & Joe Slawter – Real Estate Professionals and Coaches💡 Key Topics Covered:✔️ Servant leadership and client focus✔️ Building effective systems✔️ Navigating market challenges✔️ Affordable housing initiatives✔️ Balancing family and business📇 Connect with Charity & Joe Slawter:*Charity Slawter🌐 Website → https://livewellhomegroup.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/charity.slawter/📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/charityslawter/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/charityslawter/*Joe Slawter📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/joe.livewellhomegroup/📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/growingwithlivewell/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-slawter/🎧 Follow Icons of Real Estate🌎 Website → https://iconsofrealestate.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!💎 Produced by Icons of Real Estate
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Jun 4, 2025 • 28min

From Reluctant Beginnings to Real Estate Leader - EP 606

In this episode of Icons of Real Estate, host Karen Roberts welcomes Joan Herlong, a real estate powerhouse with over 30 years of experience, founder of Joan Herlong a top-producing agent in the Greater Greenville area. Joan shares her unexpected entry into real estate, her rise through recession-era challenges, and her bold transition into boutique agency ownership and leadership.🎧 Hosted by: Karen Roberts👤 Guest:🏢 Joan Herlong – Broker/Owner, Joan Herlong & Associates Sotheby’s International Realty💡 Key Topics Covered:✔️ How Joan went from advertising and journalism to real estate✔️ Why “loving houses” is the wrong reason to become an agent✔️ The truth about working in real estate (and what most agents get wrong)✔️ The inspiration behind launching her own agency during a recession✔️ Why fear—not confidence—pushed her to succeed✔️ Her approach to work-life balance and full transparency with her family✔️ Record-breaking sales and what still drives her today✔️ Joan’s take on recruiting, leadership, and building a team✔️ What she’d name her podcast—and the myths she’d bust about the industry📇 Connect with Joan Herlong:🌐 Website → https://www.sothebysrealty.com/herlongsir/eng📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/thejoanherlong/📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/thejoanherlong/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/joan-herlong-562673/🎧 Follow Icons of Real Estate🌎 Website → https://iconsofrealestate.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!💎 Produced by Icons of Real Estate#JoanHerlong #IconsOfRealEstate #WomenInRealEstate #LuxuryRealEstate #RealEstateLeadership #RealtorSuccess #BoutiqueBrokerage #RealEstateMotivation #UpstateSCRealEstate #RealEstatePodcast #SothebysRealty #GritGrowthGuts #KarenRobertsonRealtor

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