Stay Paid Podcast

What does it take to build a 900-agent downline? His secret? Don’t pitch. Deliver value. In this week’s episode of Stay Paid, New Jersey powerhouse Matt Curcio reveals how he went from top-producing agent to leading Real Broker’s first NJ office—and recruiting nearly 1,000 agents along the way. From running high-quality events to helping agents grow through coaching and community, Matt shares the real keys to long-term success in recruiting, retention, and leadership.   👉🏻 What's covered: ✅ Matt’s journey: from ReMax Hall of Fame to leading Real Broker NJ. ✅ Recruiting lessons from EXP and Real. ✅ Why delivering value beats pitching every time. ✅ Events, networking, and creating communities agents trust. ✅ Revenue share truths: why most agents never see a check. ✅ The importance of reputation and perception in your market. ✅ Why long-term growth comes from culture, not shortcuts.   📲 Connect with Matt: https://www.instagram.com/MJCurcio7   ⁉️ Do YOU have a question you’d like us to answer on air? Send us an email at Podcast@ReminderMedia.com or shoot us a DM on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/staypaidpodcast

Real estate success is simple—but it isn’t easy. In this Q&A episode of Stay Paid, Luke, Josh, Stephen, and Cody take live calls from agents facing the same struggles you are. From finding free leads without Zillow, to breaking through Instagram plateaus, to leading a team without burning out, we dig into the strategies, standards, and mindset shifts every agent and team leader needs.   👉 You’ll learn about: ✅ How to generate free leads as a new agent—sphere, open houses, FSBOs, expireds. ✅ Why most agents fail at sphere marketing (and how to fix it). ✅ The role of standards, accountability, and team vision in building a successful group. ✅ The “messy middle” of team building that no one talks about. ✅ Instagram growth myths and why sphere engagement matters more. ✅ Local content ideas that grow your following and attract real leads. ✅ How to improve cold call to appointment conversion rates.     ⁉️ Do YOU have a question you’d like us to answer on air? Send us an email at Podcast@ReminderMedia.com or shoot us a DM on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/staypaidpodcast

From HBO to high-end homes, Tom McCormack has built a career around storytelling, relationships, and leadership. In this episode of Stay Paid, Tom, co-owner and senior partner at Resources Real Estate, shares how his background in television shaped his approach to marketing, why caring about clients is the ultimate differentiator, and what it takes to compete (and win) as an independent brokerage. 📝 Topic’s covered: ✅ Tom’s unexpected career journey from television production at HBO to real estate. ✅ Why storytelling is at the heart of powerful real estate marketing. ✅ How to break into luxury markets (and leverage listings to get more). ✅ The human element that keeps agents relevant in an AI-driven world. ✅ The advantages independents have over big box brokerages—and how to compete. ✅ Recruiting and training strategies that build agent competence and loyalty. ✅ Why consistent education and training are essential for long-term success.   💻 Resource's Real Estate Brokers: https://www.resourcesrealestate.com/   ⁉️ Do YOU have a question you’d like us to answer on air? Send us an email at Podcast@ReminderMedia.com or shoot us a DM on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/staypaidpodcast

Trust has a new currency—and it’s reviews 🚀 In this episode of Stay Paid, Luke & Josh sit down with Jonas Roeser, award-winning international marketer and CEO/CMO of AgentReview.net, to uncover why reviews are the future of reputation and sales. From overcoming fake reviews and handling negativity, to leveraging AI for credibility, Jonas shares powerful strategies you can use to protect and grow your business. 🗣️ Topics include: ✅ Why reviews matter more than ever in building credibility and client trust. ✅ The role of AI in scanning and ranking reviews for search results. ✅ Best strategies to ask for reviews (timing, phrasing, and frictionless platforms). ✅ How to handle negative reviews—and why responses matter more than you think. ✅ The future of online reputation with verification and third-party validation. ✅ Jonas’s journey with AgentReview.net and its mission to connect consumers with verified agents.   💻 Visit Agent Review: https://www.agentreview.net/   ⁉️ Do YOU have a question you’d like us to answer on air? Send us an email at Podcast@ReminderMedia.com or shoot us a DM on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/staypaidpodcast

If you’ve ever wondered “What should I be doing right now to grow?” — this episode is your roadmap.  Bookkeeping headaches. Social media that doesn’t convert. Wondering if you should start a podcast or not. Every agent struggles with these at some point—and in this Q&A episode of Stay Paid, we break it all down.   📝 Topics covered:  ✅ How to finally get your bookkeeping in order. ✅ The truth about starting a podcast. ✅ Turning casual likes into loyal clients. ✅ Standing out from cheap PR firms.   🔗 Connect with Luke: https://www.instagram.com/lukeacree/ 🔗 Connect with Stephen: https://www.instagram.com/stephen__acree/ 🔗 Connect with Cody: https://www.instagram.com/c.cody_smith/   ⁉️ Do YOU have a question you’d like us to answer on air? Send us an email at Podcast@ReminderMedia.com or shoot us a DM on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/staypaidpodcast

In this episode of Stay Paid, Luke & Josh sit down with Troy Reierson, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Arizona, California & Nevada Properties, and JT Thompson, industry veteran and general manager, to talk about the real fundamentals of success in real estate.   🗣️ What’s discussed: ✅ Two Jobs That Matter: Prospecting and serving—everything else is noise. ✅ Clarity Through Simplicity: How breaking the business down drives execution. ✅ Burnout vs. Fire: JT’s advice on keeping excitement alive in real estate. ✅ AI in Real Estate: Using it responsibly to free agents from admin work. ✅ Forever Agent Concept: Moving from transactional to lifelong relationships. ✅ Leadership Lessons: Accountability, delayed gratification, and “controlling the controllables.” 📧 Email Troy: troyr@bhhsnv.com  📧 Email JT: jt@bhhsnv.com   ⁉️ Do YOU have a question you’d like us to answer on air? Send us an email at Podcast@ReminderMedia.com or shoot us a DM on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/staypaidpodcast

Tired of prospects ghosting your calls? Wondering how to follow up without being “that pushy salesperson”? In this episode of Stay Paid, Luke, Josh, Stephen, and Cody tackle your real-world questions like turning social media likes into actual clients, getting people to answer the phone, and following up in ways that build trust (not annoyance).   🎯 What you’ll learn: ✅ The 3–4 “lead pillars” every business needs. ✅ How to follow up without being pushy. ✅ Why social media should be seen as a top-of-mind awareness tool (not a magic lead machine). ✅ Real scripts and cadences for calling leads until they answer. ✅ How to position yourself as a giver of value so prospects want to pick up your calls.   ⁉️ Do YOU have a question you’d like us to answer on air? Send us an email at Podcast@ReminderMedia.com or shoot us a DM on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/staypaidpodcast

If you’ve ever struggled with consistency, accountability, or building the right mindset for success, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. In this episode of Stay Paid, we sit down with legendary real estate coach Bill Pipes, who has led over 100,000 coaching sessions and worked with the industry’s best. Bill breaks down the three pillars every agent needs to succeed: skills, standards, and strategy. We dive into the rise of AI in sales prospecting, how to structure your day for maximum impact, and why identity shifts are the secret to breaking through income ceilings. 💡Topics discussed: ✅ Why skills will always beat the market, no matter how advanced technology gets. ✅ How AI prospecting compares to human prospecting and where it’s winning. ✅ The “standards and rituals” Bill teaches agents to master daily. ✅ Why your identity shift matters more than your “why.” ✅ How accountability partners and tribes help you push past plateaus. ✅ The formula for building a 7-figure business that funds a 7-figure life.   🔗 Connect with Coach Pipes: https://www.instagram.com/coachpipes/ 💻 Sign up for Coaching with Bill’s team: https://coachpipes.com/ 🎟️ Attend the upcoming Sales Power Conferences: https://salespowerevent.com/about-sales-power 💪🏼 Register for the upcoming Level 7 Event: https://l7event.com/   ⁉️ Do YOU have a question you’d like us to answer on air? Send us an email at Podcast@ReminderMedia.com or shoot us a DM on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/staypaidpodcast

Stephen Acree, a member of the Acree Brothers Realty team, shares expert insights on building lasting client relationships. He reveals strategies for effective follow-ups that avoid awkwardness and help nurture connections. Stephen emphasizes the value of personal branding, such as using a customized magazine to stay memorable. He also discusses the importance of managing client expectations and creating a reliable referral system to keep business thriving year-round. Tune in for actionable advice to elevate your real estate game!

In this episode of Stay Paid, we welcome back Matt Halloran, co-founder and Chief Relationship Officer at ProudMouth, TEDx speaker, and host of the Top Advisor Marketing Podcast. Matt has appeared on over 1,000 podcasts, coached thousands of advisors, and built a business helping professionals grow their influence through podcasting.   🎙️ Topics discussed: ✅ The realistic timeline for podcast success ✅ The systems ProudMouth uses to accelerate growth ✅ Why “influence marketing” is the only marketing that works today ✅ How personal storytelling builds stronger connections and engagement ✅ Lessons from Matt’s upcoming TEDx talk   💻 PodRocket Academy: https://podrocket.academy/landing  🔗 Follow ProudMouth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/proudmouth/   ⁉️ Do YOU have a question you’d like us to answer on air? Send us an email at Podcast@ReminderMedia.com or shoot us a DM on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/staypaidpodcast