The Real Experts

Success in real estate isn’t just about market trends. It’s about mindset, adaptability, and leadership. On this episode of The Real Experts Podcast, Brett Jennings sits down with Spring Bengtzen, CEO of Utah Life Real Estate Group. Spring’s journey into real estate wasn’t planned. She started her career in cosmetology, but a chance dinner conversation led her into a role she never expected. Her f...

On this episode of The Real Experts Podcast, Brett Jennings welcomes Kyle Whissel, the CEO of Whissel Realty Group, recognized as the top real estate team in San Diego.  Kyle’s introduction to real estate came with a surprising twist—he initially hated it. But after seeing an opportunity during the 2008 housing crash, he pivoted from commercial real estate to residential sales and started building...

What does it take to move from managing chaos to mastering clarity?  In this episode of The Real Experts podcast, Brett Jennings sits down with Jon Cheplak, a renowned real estate coach whose principles have transformed how real estate leaders approach growth, accountability, and leadership.  Jon’s journey is not your typical success story. From working 110-hour weeks juggling jobs as a nightclub...

What drives a $2 billion career in luxury real estate?  Brett Jennings explores this question with Anthony Marguleas, founder of Amalfi Estates, in this episode of The Real Experts Podcast. With over three decades of experience, Anthony has built a reputation for excellence, including a record-breaking $63.1 million sale of the Hearst Estate. Anthony’s story begins with a leap of faith. Starting h...

This week on the Real Experts podcast, Brett Jennings sits down with Jeff Glover, founder of Glover U and one of the top real estate trainers in the nation. Jeff’s story isn’t just about selling houses; it’s about building a system that works. From cold-calling furniture customers at 16 to leading a team that sells over 1,000 homes a year, Jeff’s journey is filled with lessons about persistence, d...

Join Brett Jennings in this episode of The Real Experts podcast as he interviews Mike Schumm, a serial entrepreneur who has built multiple businesses from scratch. Mike’s journey didn’t start with a clear path. From his humble beginnings in Long Island to becoming a successful business owner, Mike’s story is one of grit, adaptability, and lessons learned through real-life experiences. Mike’s early...

On this episode of The Real Experts podcast, Brett Jennings talks with Brian Charlesworth, Founder & CEO of Sisu, about the intersection of technology and real estate. Brian’s career, spanning 25 years, is a fascinating blend of tech innovation and hands-on real estate experience, leading to the creation of a platform that’s now used by over 70,000 agents and is changing the way the industry o...

Join us on this episode of The Real Experts Podcast as we sit down with Neil Canlas, the co-founder of The Canlas Brothers Real Estate Group.  Neil’s journey into real estate isn’t your typical story—it’s a tale of taking risks, learning from every experience, and ultimately reshaping his career. In a market as cutthroat as San Francisco, Neil’s success is a testament to his relentless drive and i...

Join Brett Jennings, the founder of Real Experts, and Kevin Cruz, the founder and president of Kinetic Real Estate, one of the top 15 Mega Teams in California and ranked #54 in the US with over $1 billion in real estate sold, in this episode of The Real Experts podcast. Kevin's journey began in the Philippines, where he immigrated to the U.S. at the age of 13. Starting with just $300, Kevin's entr...

Welcome to another episode of The Real Experts Podcast. Join Brett Jennings, the founder of Real Experts Podcast, as he has a conversation with Dave Ness, the founder and president of Thrive Real Estate Group. Dave's journey in real estate began out of necessity during the 2008 market downturn, transitioning from a successful development career to becoming a real estate agent. Dave's story...

Join Brett Jennings, the host of The Real Experts Podcast, as he sits down with Ibrahim Hussein, the Founder of Affinity Real Estate. Ibrahim’s journey from practicing law in Egypt to leading a top-performing real estate team in Canada is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, Ibrahim shares his unique approach to real estate, which focuses on human resources and developing deep, long-term r...

Join Brett Jennings, the founder of Real Estate Experts, and Amy Wienands, President and CEO of Amy Wienands Real Estate, in the first-ever interview on The Real Experts podcast.  Amy’s journey didn't begin with selling houses. Her career began rooted in service, first in psychology and then ministry. However, life's twists and turns led her to real estate, where she's been making a po...

Have you ever wondered what is that "X factor"  that separates the average agents from top producers? I did. But for me it wasn't just a curiosity, it was an obsession.  For over three decades, I traveled the country to meet and mastermind with the brightest and best minds inside and outside of real estate to discover their secrets to success. And all that searching led me to one pow...