Keeping It Real Podcast • Secrets Of Top 1% REALTORS ® • Interviews With Real Estate Brokers & Agents

In our May episode, Carrie McCormick gives a sneak-peak on her two new projects coming up. Next, Carrie discusses challenges agents are experiencing right now and how is she tackling them both from the buyer and the seller perspective. Carrie also talks about the challenge of telling the story of a property without being present and describes the thoughts she gives to every detail of a property listing. Last, Carrie discusses how visiting her partners outside of her immediate market has served her and talks about the importance of building relationships. Please follow Carrie on Instagram. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Carrie can be reached at carrie@atproperties.com or by phone at 312.961.4612. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Brandon Green discussed the importance of treating a real estate business like a business and understanding financial health. Brandon discussed tax strategies and challenges and explored common tax pitfalls for real estate professionals. Next, Brandon shared insights on using real estate as an investment vehicle, including the pros and cons of residential and commercial property investments. Brandon also talked about Alchemy of Money Services and the services they offer. Brandon also discussed personal financial growth and professional development emphasizing the importance of financial planning, understanding business metrics, and creating a strategic approach to growing a real estate business. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Brandon Green can be reached here. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Shawn Kunkler talks about the transition from luxury athletic clubs to real estate in San Francisco. Shawn talks about his “The Realtor180 Podcast”, its purpose, motivation, and insights gained from interviewing top producers. Shawn shares strategies for real estate agents and explains the concepts of “tourist,” “racehorse,” and “ping pong” in managing a real estate business. Shawn also talks about systems, processes, and consistent follow-up and the importance of maintaining discipline and focus in real estate. Next, Shawn talks about staying motivated, overcoming distractions, and creating a positive approach to business challenges. Please check out Shawn’s “The Realtor180 Podcast” here. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Shawn Kunkler can be reached at shawn@homewardassociates.com and 415.857.4188. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

In this episode, Kim Rittberg, a six-time award-winning digital marketer and real estate video coach, shares her expertise on creating impactful social media video content. She discusses strategies for tailoring videos to different platforms and emphasizes the importance of engaging storytelling in luxury real estate. Kim also introduces her Video Boot Camp, designed to help agents overcome camera shyness and boost their online presence, demonstrating how consistent video can enhance personal branding and client relationships.

Welcome to our first episode of Learn With A Lender with Christian Bachelder! In this episode Christian explained the complexities of predicting interest rates and how the bond and stock markets interact. Christian highlighted the significant tax advantages of real estate investment compared to other investment vehicles and why the strategy of buying one property per year as an alternative to traditional 401(k) investments is great. Christian and DJ also discussed how purchasing properties strategically can create generational wealth and provide a more robust retirement plan than traditional investment methods. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Christian Bachelder can be reached at Christian@theonebrokerage.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Paul Salter, a high-performance hypnotherapist and mindset coach, shares his insights on overcoming mental barriers for success. He emphasizes the importance of developing a growth mindset and how childhood experiences shape our fears. Paul highlights practices like meditation and self-reflection to tackle emotional obstacles. He discusses the role of professional coaching in enhancing performance, particularly for realtors, and the power of mindset conditioning in achieving personal and professional goals.

This episode is a session of our “How To Break Into Luxury: The Blueprint to Become a Top Agent Seminar” with Carrie McCormick talking about her journey into real estate and how she came into representing developers. Carrie shares strategies for success including winning listings, working with developers, maintaining client relationships, and providing exceptional service. Last Carrie discusses how to efficiently manage a high-production real estate career while maintaining personal relationships and building a strong network of professional contacts. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Get your seat to our April Seminar “How To Find Inventory In 2025: The Blueprint to Become a Top Agent Seminar” on April 29th for free using the promo code ‘Podcast’ here. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Lindsay Dreyer emphasizes building a business around personal joy and goals, instead of just chasing numbers. Lindsay shares tips for staying focused, like using accountability partners and systems. Lindsay also talks about authentic ways to generate leads—especially for millennials—through active listening. Lindsay highlights the importance of work-life balance and offers advice on creating a real estate career that’s fulfilling and aligned with your values, not just financially successful. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Get your seat to our April Seminar “How To Find Inventory in 2025: The Blueprint to Become A Top Agent In 2025” on April 29th for free using the promo code ‘Podcast’ here. Lindsay Dreyer can be reached at 703-362-1667. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

This episode is the a session of our “How To Break Into Luxury: The Blueprint to Become a Top Agent Seminar” with Brent Scott who coached live an agent. Brent uses the concept of the 12-week year and The Agent Wheel as a tool to coach Kiki Parmar. You can download the Agent Wheel here. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Get your seat to our April Seminar “How To Find Inventory In 2025: The Blueprint to Become a Top Agent Seminar” on April 29th for free using the promo code ‘Podcast’ here. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Rachel Adams Lee talks about social media strategies for real estate agents and the importance of creating valuable, shareable content. Rachel discusses lead generation techniques like open houses and building relationships through personal interactions. Next Rachel also talks about market challenges and adaptability and dealing with low inventory and high interest rates. Last, Rachel talks about content creation and personal branding and creating authentic, engaging social media presence. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Get your seat to our April Seminar “How To Find Inventory in 2025: The Blueprint to Become A Top Agent In 2025” on April 29th for free using the promo code ‘Podcast’ here. Rachel Adams Lee can be reached at 916-226-1601 and info@racheladamsleegroup.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.