Between Escrows Podcast

What does it take to build a life and a business rooted in integrity? This week on Between Escrows, Amy and Roger sit down with Sonoma County real estate veteran Julio Caceres — 25+ years in banking, finance, and real estate, a Master's in Economics, and a reputation that speaks for itself across Wine Country and the Bay Area. This conversation goes beyond the transaction. Julio opens up about bui...

Every great leader has a story of when they were just grinding — head down, doing the work, figuring it out one deal at a time. This week, Between Escrows welcomes Joe Burns — 30+ year real estate veteran, former Mayor of Sausalito, and President-Elect of the Marin Association of Realtors — for a candid conversation about what it really takes to grow from a producer into a true leader. Joe has wor...

We're going all in on construction and builder financing with guest Rich Clissold J.D. What's actually happening in today's building world? What do buyers, builders, and real estate professionals need to know RIGHT NOW? We're sitting down for an exclusive conversation that pulls back the curtain on one of the most complex — and most misunderstood — corners of the market. If you're working with bui...

In a world gone all-in on AI, the most dangerous thing you can do is forget the people already in your world. In this live episode of Between Escrows, Roger and Amy sound the alarm — and issue a challenge. Because while everyone is chasing the next shiny tech tool, the loan officers and Realtors who are actually winning right now are doing something radically different. They are becoming unforgett...

The calendar conversation isn't over — it's just getting good. In Part 2, Roger Savy and Amy Scruggs go deeper and get practical. Because knowing your 168 hours matter is one thing. Knowing exactly how to start them? That's where the real shift happens. This episode is all about the morning — and why how you begin your day is the single greatest predictor of how you'll end it. Roger and Amy break...

The purpose of business is to live an intentional life. The one YOU want. So, the real question isn't how busy you are — it's where you're actually putting your energy. We break down: Why your calendar is the single most honest reflection of your priorities How the most successful agents protect their time like a non-negotiable asset The mindset shift from reactive to masterfully intentional Pract...

The time of order taking is over. If you’re not leading the conversation… someone else will.    

Welcome to Between Escrows—the podcast for real estate and lending professionals who want more than just the next deal. This is where we talk relationships, strategy, and building a business that lasts.

Starting out in real estate or lending can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. In Episode 3 of Between Escrows, Amy Scruggs and Roger Savy are joined by special guest Jeff Blackwell to break down one of the most important factors in early success: mentorship and the right team environment. Whether you’re new to the industry or looking to grow faster, this conversation highlights w...

Are you building a business… or just reacting to the next deal? In Episode 2 of Between Escrows, Amy Scruggs and Roger Savy dive into one of the biggest mindset shifts in real estate and lending: playing the long game. In an industry driven by commissions and constant movement, it’s easy to fall into short-term thinking. But the professionals who truly win? They think—and act—like entrepreneurs.  ...

Welcome to the very first episode of Between Escrows, where real conversations meet real strategy in today’s lending and real estate world. In this episode, Amy Scruggs and Roger Savy break down one of the most valuable assets in your business: your network—and how to truly use it. What you’ll learn: How to build and manage your personal “power bank” of professional relationships The difference be...