Realtors of Faith | Christian Realtors & Real Estate Tips

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Realtors of Faith Podcast, Brian Stephens sits down with Shawn Sommerkamp, founder of Motivationeer, ICF-certified professional coach, motivational speaker, and follower of Christ. Shawn shares practical wisdom for real estate agents, business owners, and believers who want to grow professionally while keeping God at the center. In this conversation, they di...

Send us Fan Mail Thinking about buying a brand-new home in Central Florida? Before purchasing new construction directly from a builder, here are 5 reasons to consider having a real estate agent on your side. In this video, I cover: 🏡 1. Representation & Market Knowledge 📑 2. Contract Review 🔍 3. Home Inspection 🚪 4. Home Walkthrough & Orientation 💰 5. Closing Document Review With over...

Send us Fan Mail Are you a real estate agent wondering how to grow your business in today’s changing market? In this video, I share my perspective on the changes happening across the real estate industry, including mergers, takeovers, and the evolving brokerage landscape. I explain why agents should focus less on the noise surrounding the industry and more on building a sustainable business throug...

Send us Fan Mail Are you thinking about buying a home in Central Florida in 2026? In this video, I’m sharing why you should seriously consider looking at new construction homes in today’s market. As a Realtor with over 30 years of experience in Central Florida and a background in home building through my father, I’ve seen firsthand how valuable new construction can be for today’s buyers. Many buil...

Send us Fan Mail If you’re a real estate agent struggling in the 2026 market, this message is for you. The market can be challenging, but difficult seasons don’t mean God has forgotten you or your calling. In this video, I share 3 things real estate agents can focus on when business gets tough: Go back to relationships, not transactions. Focus on serving people, checking in with past clients, and...

Send us Fan Mail Are you thinking about selling your home in Lakeland, Winter Haven, Bartow, or anywhere in Polk County? In this video, I’m sharing what I’m seeing in the Central Florida real estate market in August 2026 and what sellers need to know before putting their home on the market. I’ll break down current pricing, days on market, why some people are leaving Central Florida, and why pricin...

Send us Fan Mail How is the real estate market in Lakeland and Polk County, Florida right now? In this August 2026 market update, I’m breaking down the latest numbers and sharing what I’m seeing after 30 years as a local real estate agent. From average home prices and days on market to inventory, list-to-sale price ratios, and the most active price ranges, I’ll give you a clear look at what’s real...

Send us Fan Mail Why did I leave my previous brokerage after 11 years and make the move to eXp Realty? In this video, I share my journey through the real estate industry from growing up around my father’s home-building business, to working with Coldwell Banker and REMAX, opening my own brokerage, navigating the real estate crash, spending six years in full-time ministry, and eventually returning t...

Send us Fan Mail You Don’t Have to Take Every Listing: When Realtors Should Walk Away In this video, I share a real-world experience that taught me an important lesson about being a real estate agent: I don’t have to take every listing, and neither do you. I recently received an inquiry from sellers in North Lakeland who wanted to list their home. We had a great conversation, and I scheduled an ap...

Send us Fan Mail Why Are People Moving to Central Florida… While Others Are Leaving? 🌴🏡 Everyone is talking about people leaving Florida—but that’s not the whole story. Polk County and Central Florida continue to experience major growth, with more people moving inland for affordability, new construction, job opportunities, and a central location between Tampa and Orlando. In this video, Brian St...

Send us Fan Mail If you're buying or selling a home in Florida, understanding property tax portability could save you thousands of dollars over time. In this video, I break down Florida's Save Our Homes Portability program in simple terms and explain how eligible homeowners can transfer up to $500,000 of their accumulated property tax benefit when moving to another Florida homesteaded pr...

Send us Fan Mail What is the foundation of your business built on? As real estate professionals, it's easy to put our confidence in our experience, marketing, negotiation skills, or hard work. While those things are important, they were never meant to be the foundation of our lives or our businesses. In this video, I share one of the greatest lessons I've learned after more than 30 years...

Send us Fan Mail Are you a real estate agent struggling to find new clients? The good news is you don't need a big marketing budget to start generating leads. In this video, I share 7 proven ways to get FREE real estate leads using simple, practical strategies that anyone can implement. Whether you're a brand-new agent or an experienced REALTOR® looking to grow your business, these lead...

Send us Fan Mail If you've been in real estate for any length of time, you know how easy it is to get caught in the mindset of being available 24/7. But after more than 30 years in the business, I've learned one lesson that has helped me build a sustainable, long-term career: Take a day off. In this video, I share why setting healthy boundaries isn't just good for your personal life...

Send us Fan Mail Are you thinking about moving to Lakeland, Florida? Before you make the move, I want to share 7 things you may not know about living here as someone who's called Lakeland home for over 55 years and has helped families buy and sell real estate in Central Florida for more than 30 years. In this video, I'll take you beyond the typical "pros and cons" and show you...

Send us Fan Mail In this video, I share why I believe working with a Christian real estate agent can make a meaningful difference throughout your real estate journey. As a Christian and a real estate agent with over 30 years of experience serving Central Florida, I believe real estate is about much more than closing transactions—it's about serving people, building relationships, and honoring...

Send us Fan Mail Thinking about buying a home? Before you start scrolling Zillow or touring houses, there's one important step you should never skip. In this video, I explain why getting pre-approved for a mortgage should be your very first step before house hunting. After more than 30 years in real estate, I've seen too many buyers fall in love with homes they couldn't actually qua...

Send us Fan Mail Why do some real estate agents build a thriving career for decades while so many others leave the business within just a few years? After more than 30 years in real estate, I've learned that lasting success isn't just about closing deals—it's about your character, your work ethic, and the way you serve people. In this video, I share three principles that have helped...

Send us Fan Mail Are you thinking about moving to Davenport, Florida? In this video, I'm sharing my honest take on the pros and cons of living in one of Central Florida's fastest-growing communities. I'll cover what makes Davenport such a popular place to live, including its convenient location between Orlando and Tampa, affordable home prices, no state income tax, resort-style comm...

Send us Fan Mail Thinking about moving to Bartow, Florida? In this video, I break down the real pros and cons of living in one of Polk County's most charming and underrated communities. After more than 30 years of selling real estate in Polk County, I've watched Bartow continue to grow while maintaining its historic charm, affordable housing, and strong sense of community. Whether you&ap...

Send us Fan Mail If you've been thinking about making a move to eXp Realty or you're searching for a brokerage that aligns with both your business goals and your faith, this video is for you. In this video, I share why I joined eXp Realty and Realtors of Faith, what I've experienced firsthand, and why more agents are reaching out to learn about our community. For me, real estate is...

Send us Fan Mail Thinking about moving to Winter Haven, Florida? Before you make the move, let me give you the honest truth about what it's really like to live here in 2026. In this video, I'm sharing the biggest pros and cons of living in Winter Haven based on my experience helping families buy and sell homes throughout Polk County for more than 30 years. We'll cover everything fro...

Send us Fan Mail If you're thinking about selling your home in Lakeland, Winter Haven, or anywhere in Central Florida, this video is for you. The real estate market has changed, and selling your home in 2026 isn't the same as it was during the hot market of 2021 and 2022. In this video, I break down what's really happening in today's market and share the strategies I use to hel...

Send us Fan Mail Is the housing market really headed for a crash, or are the headlines missing the bigger picture? In this video, I break down what the latest housing data actually says and explain why today's market is very different from both the 2008 housing crash and the pandemic housing frenzy of 2020–2021. We'll look at homeowner equity, mortgage rates, inventory, foreclosures, hom...

Send us Fan Mail Is Lakeland, Florida a Great Place to Live? The Honest Truth from a Local Thinking about moving to Lakeland, Florida? Before you make the move, watch this comprehensive guide from a local who has lived and worked in Lakeland for over 50 years. In this video, Brian Stephens shares the real story about life in Lakeland—the good, the bad, and everything in between. From affordable ho...