Hazel Emlen and Felicia Mares Villa

Are We Really Doing This?

Business EN ↓ 4 episodes

Real estate is wild. Motherhood is wilder. Entrepreneurship? A whole new level. Welcome to Are We Really Doing This?, the unfiltered podcast where top-producing Realtors (and real-life besties) Hazel Emlen and Felicia Mares Villa share what it’s like to juggle deals, diapers, and doing the most… all while keeping it very, very real. From behind-the-scenes business stories to late-night voice notes turned therapy sessions, Hazel and Fel cover what it means to build something meaningful: in work, in family, and in friendship. If you’ve ever asked yourself “Am I actually doing this?” … you’re...

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Hazel Emlen and Felicia Mares Villa

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Episode 4: New Builds, Real Talk 03.06.2026 33:37

Thinking about buying a new construction home? 👀 Before you walk into that model home, tune into this episode of Are We Really Doing This?! 🎙️ Hazel Emlen, Victoria Douglas, Amber Lehman, and mortgage loan consultant Teresa Perry sit down for an honest conversation about the things buyers don’t always hear about new construction. From builder lenders and lot premiums to upgrade decisions and fi...

Episode 3: 30+ Years in the Game 11.04.2026 38:24

In this episode of Are We Really Doing This?! 🎙️ Fel sits down with two of Arlowe’s most seasoned agents, Carlie and Amber, bringing 30+ years of combined experience. From how they got started to what actually builds a lasting real estate career, they break down the real keys to success: consistency, relationships, patience, and systems. If you’re a new agent or want to hear from some of the be...

Episode 2: Leadership, Learning, and What’s Next in Real Estate 16.02.2026 28:46

In this episode of Are We Really Doing This? , we’re pulling back the curtain on what it really means to grow in this industry. From what agents are actually looking for when switching brokerages, to the behind-the-scenes systems we’re constantly refining, to Felicia officially serving on the 2026 Standard Forms Committee for the California Association of Realtors, this one is all about elevation....

Episode 1: Birth Plans, Baby Bumps & Balancing It All 26.01.2026 26:20

Hazel and Felicia dive straight into real life, from Fel preparing to give birth to Hazel preparing for her own delivery. They open up about what it’s like juggling pregnancy, motherhood, and building a business… all at the same time. If you’ve ever wondered how working moms actually make it work, this one’s for you.