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

Garrett Maroon talks about how he built a successful real estate career through persistence, referrals, and staying true to his chosen approach despite industry pressure. Garrett discusses the importance of authenticity in business emphasizing that being authentic attracts the right clients, supports better relationships, and leads to more fulfillment in work and life. Next, Garrett how incorporating his Christian faith into his work helped form meaningful connections and a unique brand identity. Garrett also talked about how forming and participating in supportive groups around shared interests or backgrounds is the key to professional growth and personal support. Last, Garrett talks about achieving work-life balance and redefining success. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Garrett Maroon can be reached at garrett@210collective.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Jill Preschel talks about her career journey and mentorship focusing on transition between roles, and emphasis on coaching, mentorship, and being coachable. Jill shares strategies and tips for real estate agents on building connections with developers, and showing expertise. Jill also discusses changing buyer expectations, emphasizing the importance of property fundamentals. Last, Jill talks about leveraging behavioral insights, simplifying data for clients, and employing AI in your business. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Jill Preschel can be reached at (908) 415-5418 and jill@serhant.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Courtney Poulos talks about her background and journey, starting with her early education to how she transitioned into real estate and built her business. Courtney emphasizes the importance of client experience and high-quality service. Next Courtney discusses various AI tools, focusing on both their impact and limitations in real estate processes. Courtney also talks about industry policies, listing practices & market structure. Last, Courtney discusses industry trends and challenges and the future direction of real estate. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Courtney Poulos can be reached at courtney@acme-re.com.  This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Jeff Biebuyck talks about his transition from entertainment to real estate and how this experience influenced building a successful real estate career. Jeff also talks about team building and leadership and shares strategies for recruiting and developing top agents. Next, Jeff discusses adapting to market changes focusing on the effects of natural disasters and insurance crises, diversification strategies, and outlook on the future real estate market. Last, Jeff discusses technology and innovation in real estate and the impact of AI on authenticity in service. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Jeff Biebuyck can be reached at jeffery.biebuyck@compass.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Eithan Davidov, a savvy Queens-based Compass real estate broker, shares his insightful journey into the competitive NYC market. He discusses the impact of the FAIR Act on rental commissions and how it redefines broker fees. Eithan highlights his successful prospecting strategies and his team's unique training focused on adding value. He also dives into the integration of AI for enhanced communication, and how local expertise builds trust. His ambitious vision includes achieving a $100 million sales goal, driven by a deep commitment to client relationships.

In this episode Real Estate Video Coach Kim Rittberg discusses what separates the people who are making a lot of money through video in their business from the rest. Kim also discusses the 3 things that hold you back from leveraging video and explains how to overcome this. Last, Kim talks about the importance of a video content strategy. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  Please enroll for Kim’s Real Estate Video Kickstart and 10-Day Video Challenge here. Sign up for Kim’s “5 Videos Every Real Estate Agent Must Make to Sell More Homes“. Follow Kim on Instagram. Subscribe to Kim on YouTube. Listen to Kim’s 5 minute mini-master classes on marketing every Friday on The Exit Interview with Kim Rittberg podcast. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

Welcome to The Inner Game of Real Estate Success with high-performance hypnotherapist and mindset coach Paul Salter. In this episode, Paul challenges society’s definition of balance and reveals why high performers should pursue alignment, not moderation. Learn how chronic stress rewires your brain, drains your drive, and fuels burnout—and how honest communication and clarity about what you truly want can restore energy, focus, and fulfillment while you build lasting success. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Learn more about mindset and performance coaching for real estate agents here. Book a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call here. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.  

In our October episode, Carrie McCormick talks about the end of the sales season, and why agents need to step on the gas right now to prepare for the spring market. Please follow Carrie on Instagram. Please check Open House Chicago here. 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.

D.J. Paris introduces a useful AI prompt tool designed for real estate agents, highlighting how it tackles the struggle of crafting effective prompts. He explains the importance of prompt engineering for generating quality outputs in the industry. Listeners learn about the tool's daily updates and specific prompt categories that enhance user experience. D.J. encourages agents to integrate similar tools on their websites for lead capture and remarketing opportunities. Feedback is welcomed as he invites listeners to test and refine the tool.

Welcome to our monthly feature Unpopular Real Estate Opinions with Chris Linsell. In this episode, Chris discusses the Compass Acquisition of Anywhere Real Estate and its potential implications for the real estate industry and agent competition. Chris and DJ discuss the impact on Zillow and MLS Distribution and the potential reduction of Zillow’s listing inventory. Chris also discusses AI and Prompts in real estate and the importance of using well-formed prompts when using AI for tasks like listing descriptions. Next, Chris discusses agent relationship building and the importance of focusing on personal connections over brokerage brand. Last, Chris talks about technology and industry disruption and how AI and tech companies are changing the real estate landscape. Please check Chris’ profile on LinkedIn. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!  This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.