The Millionaire Real Estate Agent | The MREA Podcast

Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel: youtube.com/@mreapodcastWe’re back with one of our favorites, James Shaw—our go-to authority for when markets get weird. James runs the Pivot: SHIFT Ahead community of 125,000 agents and has spent the last decade teaching the exact playbook to win when the market turns. Today, we unpack Gary Keller’s book, SHIFT: How Top Real Estate Agents Tackle Tough Times with simple steps you can run today to set goals, generate leads, convert appointments, and price to sell.James reminds us that consistency without value is annoying, and value without consistency is anonymous. That truth runs through everything we cover in this episode: from calculating your LID number—lifestyle, investing, and debt—to doubling down on the lead generation strategies that already work, and cultivating your database so you’re top of mind when people move from “not ready” to “ready.” James also shares practical pricing conversations you can use today. At the core, James brings clarity when he says growth in any market comes from clear goals, real priorities, and focused action.Resources:Read SHIFT: How Top Real Estate Agents Tackle Tough Times by Gary Keller, Jay Papasan, and Dave JenksJames Shaw’s Pivot: SHIFT Ahead Facebook group and daily mastermindListen: Pivot: SHIFT Ahead daily call podcastListen: Episode 18. Shift and Succeed: Navigating Changes in Real Estate With James ShawOrder the Millionaire Real Estate Agent Playbook | Volume 3Connect with Jason:LinkedinProduced by NOVAThis podcast is for general informational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions of the guest represent those of the guest and not Keller Williams Realty, LLC and its affiliates, and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information.WARNING! You must comply with the TCPA and any other federal, state or local laws, including for B2B calls and texts. Never call or text a number on any Do Not Call list, and do not use an autodialer or artificial voice or prerecorded messages without proper consent. Contact your attorney to ensure your compliance.

Jonathan Mills, a high-volume real estate team leader from Gainesville, Florida, shares his journey from childhood entrepreneur to leading the Mills Group, which closed $21.1 million in just eight weeks. He unveils his innovative 8x8 playbook that gamifies daily activities for agents, fostering accountability and teamwork. Mills discusses practical strategies like batching contacts and leveraging giveaways, along with insights on remote leadership and the importance of a supportive culture in overcoming market challenges.

David and Toni Zarghami, co-founders of the Zarghami Group in Sarasota, transformed their real estate career with over 950 five-star Google reviews. They discuss the critical role of these reviews in building trust and driving organic leads. The couple shares their strategies for setting up a Google Business Profile and registering for Google Local Services, emphasizing the importance of quick responses to reviews. Toni also offers insights into effective pricing conversations with clients, showcasing their unique blend of real estate expertise and teamwork.

Dan Holt, a real estate professional from Missouri, transformed a $100M+ business from humble beginnings. He shares invaluable insights on mastering leads, listings, and leverage. Holt's five-touch, pre-listing flow boasts a remarkable 90% conversion rate. He dives into the significance of strategic pricing in a dynamic market and the parallels between real estate and construction. His journey of overcoming financial hardship offers inspiration, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and structured systems in achieving sustained success.

Christina Ward, a Boise real estate agent with a billion-dollar career, reveals her powerful referral-based business model. She emphasizes that generating over 100 deals a year hinges on relationships and a strong system. Christina shares her unique '52-touch' strategy and memorable events like home makeovers and masquerade balls that foster community and trust. She also dives into the importance of negotiating confidently and balancing work with family by leveraging external help. This insightful discussion is packed with practical strategies for real estate success!

Watch the full episode on our new YouTube channel: youtube.com/@mreapodcastMichael Martinetti proves you don’t need a huge market to build a $250M business—you just need to own your market completely. His turf? Seventeen thousand homes in a small New Jersey city. His mission? Be the mayor—figuratively and, when you hear him tell it, maybe even literally—of that town.From selling candy in high school to dominating his local market, Michael mastered the art of being everywhere: social media posts four to five times a week, mailers six times a year, strategic billboards, hyper-local events, and a relentless 36-touch plan for his sphere. When his business hit a plateau, coaching helped him rebuild his systems and scale to new heights.In this episode, Michael shares exactly how he built his empire so you can dominate your own backyard and turn a small area into a massive opportunity.Resources:Learn more at michaelmartinettigroup.comOrder the Millionaire Real Estate Agent Playbook | Volume 3Become your clients’ go-to Airbnb expertAirbnb has launched a Real Estate Referral Program for agents just like you. When you refer clients to list their properties on Airbnb, you not only earn a referral fee, you also gain access to localized market data that helps you stand out in your market. It’s free to join, includes a quick-start webinar, and gives you real-time insights on booking trends in your area. It’s a win-win-win. Sign up at mreanotes.com/airbnb and don’t forget to mention you heard about it on the MREA Podcast.Connect with Jason:LinkedinProduced by NOVA

Watch the full episode on our new YouTube channel: youtube.com/@mreapodcast You don’t need a giant team to build a million-dollar business—just ask Dilara Wentz. This Northern Virginia “solo plus” agent is closing $25–35 million a year, with just a single assistant and a strategy she calls accelerated farming. Dilara shares how she touches 1,800 households year-round to keep her name at the center of her community with a rigorously scheduled postcard campaign, memorable branded gifts, and a relentless follow-up model.Dilara’s journey from Marine Corps spouse to local powerhouse is packed with lessons in grit and reinvention. In this episode, Dilara lays out the step-by-step model that’s driving her success, plus how she keeps her profit margins strong, balances family, and stays focused on service, not sales. If you want the blueprint for dominating a farm and building a wildly profitable business as a solo agent, you’ll find it here.We talk about:[01:24] Moving for the Marine Corps and Life in Hawaii[05:12] Finding Independence During Deployment[07:19] From Military Life to Real Estate Beginnings[10:36] First-Year Success and Building Through Relationships[12:09] Scaling as a “Solo Plus” Agent[13:50] The Birth of Accelerated Farming[17:46] Turning Scans Into Leads with CoreFact[19:39] Building Trust Before the Listing Appointment[22:06] Adding Swag Bags and Personal Touches[23:32] Pop-By Bags That Generate Calls[25:06] Gary Keller’s Partners vs. Passengers Mindset[28:06] The #1 Mistake in Farming[28:40] Profit Margins and a Scarcity Mindset[29:41] Balancing Business Goals with Family Life[31:55] Growing 24% in a “Shifting” Market[33:48] Wrap-UpResources:CoreFact – Dilara’s vendor of choice for postcards and QR code-driven leads.Keller Williams Business Planning ClinicOrder the Millionaire Real Estate Agent Playbook | Volume 3Become your clients’ go-to Airbnb expertAirbnb has launched a Real Estate Referral Program for agents just like you. When you refer clients to list their properties on Airbnb, you not only earn a referral fee, you also gain access to localized market data that helps you stand out in your market. It’s free to join, includes a quick-start webinar, and gives you real-time insights on booking trends in your area. It’s a win-win-win. Sign up at mreanotes.com/airbnb and don’t forget to mention you heard about it on the MREA Podcast.Connect with Jason:LinkedinProduced by NOVAThis podcast is for general informational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions of the guest represent those of the guest and not Keller Williams Realty, LLC and its affiliates, and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information.WARNING! You must comply with the TCPA and any other federal, state or local laws, including for B2B calls and texts. Never call or text a number on any Do Not Call list, and do not use an autodialer or artificial voice or prerecorded messages without proper consent. Contact your attorney to ensure your compliance.

Watch the full episode on our new YouTube channel: youtube.com/@mreapodcastWe’re welcoming Sahil Bloom to the show—a thinker whose work has become a true phenomenon. Sahil’s book, The 5 Types of Wealth, hit the New York Times bestseller list for seven weeks and his newsletter, The Curiosity Chronicle, is devoured by nearly a million readers four times a week. In this conversation, Sahil lays out the model that’s reshaping how so many leaders approach life, success, and what it really means to be wealthy.Sahil doesn’t settle for the usual conversation about wealth. Instead, he breaks it down into five categories: time, social, mental, physical, and financial. He challenges us to get radically clear about what matters most in each domain—moving away from automatic living and into intentional design. We get practical about the exercises and mindset shifts that helped Sahil build his own multidimensional life, like when he moved cross-country for his family and reframed financial goals as a tool (not the endgame). If you’re tired of chasing someone else’s definition of success or just want to take your business and your life to the next level, this is the model you need.Resources:Read The 5 Types of Wealth by Sahil BloomSubscribe to Sahil Bloom’s newsletter, The Curiosity ChronicleWatch Brian Gubernick's TED Talk, Time is FiniteListen: Episode 06. From Wasilla to Worldwide: Kristan Cole’s Remarkable JourneyOrder the Millionaire Real Estate Agent Playbook | Volume 2Become your clients’ go-to Airbnb expertAirbnb has launched a Real Estate Referral Program for agents just like you. When you refer clients to list their properties on Airbnb, you not only earn a referral fee, you also gain access to localized market data that helps you stand out in your market. It’s free to join, includes a quick-start webinar, and gives you real-time insights on booking trends in your area. It’s a win-win-win. Sign up at mreanotes.com/airbnb and don’t forget to mention you heard about it on the MREA Podcast.Connect with Jason:LinkedinProduced by NOVAThis podcast is for general informational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions of the guest represent those of the guest and not Keller Williams Realty, LLC and its affiliates, and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information.WARNING! You must comply with the TCPA and any other federal, state or local laws, including for B2B calls and texts. Never call or text a number on any Do Not Call list, and do not use an autodialer or artificial voice or prerecorded messages without proper consent. Contact your attorney to ensure your compliance.

What if the secret to building a $140 million real estate business was as simple as sending one, four-page newsletter every month? Sandra Rathe proves that you don’t need flashy tactics or a loud personality to win big. With her roots in accounting and a natural love of process, Sandra turned a shoestring, rollerblade-powered newsletter route into a powerhouse farming model that works in every market, even luxury.We get into the nuts and bolts of Sandra's method: What does each newsletter include? When does she open up and write from the heart? And what calls to action does she include? Sandra’s story is a masterclass in choosing one thing: showing up for your community, and letting consistency do the heavy lifting. If you’re looking to farm a neighborhood or just want a simpler, smarter way to grow your sphere, this episode is your playbook.Resources:Connect with Sandra RatheOrder the Millionaire Real Estate Agent Playbook | Volume 2Become your clients’ go-to Airbnb expertAirbnb has launched a Real Estate Referral Program for agents just like you. When you refer clients to list their properties on Airbnb, you not only earn a referral fee, you also gain access to localized market data that helps you stand out in your market. It’s free to join, includes a quick-start webinar, and gives you real-time insights on booking trends in your area. It’s a win-win-win. Sign up at mreanotes.com/airbnb and don’t forget to mention you heard about it on the MREA Podcast.Connect with Jason:LinkedinProduced by NOVAThis podcast is for general informational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions of the guest represent those of the guest and not  Keller Williams Realty, LLC and its affiliates, and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information.WARNING! You must comply with the TCPA and any other federal, state or local laws, including for B2B calls and texts. Never call or text a number on any Do Not Call list, and do not use an autodialer or artificial voice or prerecorded messages without proper consent. Contact your attorney to ensure your compliance.

Real estate can be dangerous. Every year, agents are attacked while showing homes, hosting open houses, or even pumping gas. That’s why we sat down with Harry Shaw—a third-degree black belt in Krav Maga who’s spent 15 years training first responders in self-defense.Harry breaks down a simple framework for staying safe: pay attention, know your environment, and take purposeful action. We talk through common real estate scenarios—from meeting unknown buyers to working alone at night—and how to prepare for them. When it comes to personal safety, the worst time to figure out what to do is when it’s already happening.Resources:Learn more about Harry’s work at HarrysBodyShop.comExplore free tools and training through NAR’s Safety Program at nar.realtor/safety/about-the-realtor-safety-programBecome your clients’ go-to Airbnb expertAirbnb has launched a Real Estate Referral Program for agents just like you. When you refer clients to list their properties on Airbnb, you not only earn a referral fee, you also gain access to localized market data that helps you stand out in your market. It’s free to join, includes a quick-start webinar, and gives you real-time insights on booking trends in your area. It’s a win-win-win. Sign up at mreanotes.com/airbnb and don’t forget to mention you heard about it on the MREA Podcast.Connect with Jason:LinkedinProduced by NOVAIn this episode, we discuss self-defense strategies relevant to real estate agents, including scenarios that may involve personal safety risks during showings or open houses. Please note that the conversation includes references to physical violence. While we approach these topics with care and professionalism, some listeners may find the content distressing. Your well-being is important—please listen at your discretion and take breaks or skip this episode if needed. If you or someone you know needs support, we encourage reaching out to a trusted resource or professional.This podcast is for general informational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions of the guest represent those of the guest and not  Keller Williams Realty, LLC and its affiliates, and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information.