Between Two Brokers

What better way to celebrate Halloween than recording a podcast in a haunted mansion?  Erin + Stacy go on location at 20 South Battery, a stunning and slightly spooky Mansion in Charleston's Historic Downtown and invite architectural historian Brittany Lavelle Tulla (BVL Historic Preservation Research) + Psychic Medium Hailey Lowe Fennel (House Guest In the Holy City) to dig into the Manison's his...

What better way to celebrate Halloween than recording a podcast in a haunted mansion?  Erin + Stacy go on location at 20 South Battery, a stunning and slightly spooky Mansion in Charleston's Historic Downtown and invite architectural historian Brittany Lavelle Tulla (BVL Historic Preservation Research) + Psychic Medium Hailey Lowe Fennel (House Guest In the Holy City) to dig into the Manison's his...

On today's episode Stacy and Erin sit down with Ben and Kate Towill, the husband and wife duo behind Basic Projects.  If you've ever spent time in Charleston you've likely been to one of their incredible restaurants (Basic Kitchen, Post House and Sullivans Island Fish Camp) and they discuss the challenges of running a hospitality group, how they approach the design in their projects and more.    T...

The mortgage world is ever-changing.  With rates so high it can be difficult to know which way to turn. Luckily, Bill Payne ( NMLS ID#: 283298) is here to give us the latest on the nuances of the current market as it relates to mortgage rates and even shares a silver lining for what's on the horizon.     Today's episode is brought to you by Nick Cann Photo + Exhale Pilates   Check Out Our Partners...

On this extra special episode Stacy + Erin sit down with fabled interior design expert Angie Hranowsky to discuss how she got into the business and her personal approach to designing a home. Angie's style is second to none (we highly recommend perusing her website while listening to this episode!) and her story is incredible.     Find Out More: https://www.angiehranowsky.com/   Today's episode is...

Everyone loves to fantasize about owning an STR  (short term rental) but what is it really like?  Erin and Stacy get down to brass tacks with special guest (and Smith Spencer Real Estate ⭐️  agent) Giovanna Richard.  Giovanna owns an STR called "The Oyster House" in downtown Charleston and shares some real talk about what it's been like so far.   This episode is brought to you by: Nick Cann Photo...

Erin and Stacy sit down for a post-summer catch-up.  Erin shares some insight about what could have gone differently in a recent deal and the two ponder whether or not these issues stem from a slew of new agents entering the market looking to capitalize on the post-covid real estate boom.   Today's episode is brought to you by Bill Payne NMLS ID#: 283298 with First Home Mortgage   Find Out More:  ...

When a distressed listener learns a hard lesson, she writes in to ask Schmoopy to go over exactly what the CL 100 is and how it works so that other agents might be spared her same fate.  If you've ever wanted to know the ins and outs of a CL 100 then this one's for you.   Today's episode is brought to you by Bill Payne NMLS ID#: 283298 with First Home Mortgage

Stacy and Erin dig into the mailbag to answer a listener question on today's episode of 'Between Two Brokers'.  Q: "I really want to get into the Investment property game. As a novice, what are some things I need to be aware of when evaluating my options?" A. Tune in to find out! 😉    Got a Question for Schmoopy?   Email 📧 us at  podcast@smithspencer.com    

What is a crawlspace?  If you're not local to the low country or this region you might have some questions about these tiny, cramped spaces lurking underneath your home.  Mike Bergen of Complete Crawlspace is here to answer Erin + Stacy's burning crawlspace questions.  Realtors - tune in to find out how to manage expectations for your out of town buyers on subjects like termites, MOLD and more.  ...

On today's episode Stacy + Erin answer a question from a listener named "Mr. Miffed" who wants to know if his real estate agent is a slacker. The ladies outline why memorizing square footage doesn't make you a great realtor and also point out red flags when deciding if your agent is right for you. Got a Question for Schmoopy?  Email 💌  us at  podcast@smithspencer.com   Today's episode is brought...

On today's episode of B2B Erin + Stacy sit down with the incredible Joey Welling, Founder of Ethos Athletic Club, to learn how he became an entrepreneur, the lows and highs of trying to find investors, how to create a culture and what keeps him up at night.   This episode is brought to you by Nick Cann Photo Find out more: www.nickcannphoto.com

Being a small business owner seems like a great idea until it's time to get approved for a loan.  On today's episode, a listener writes in asking our Mortgage Guru, Bill Payne how to set herself up for success when getting a mortgage, while not getting killed on taxes.  A tricky line to ride, but the Ladies and Bill are here to help.   Got a Question for Schmoopy?  Email 💌  us at  podcast@smithsp...

On today's episode Stacy and Erin break down how to price a home.  Managing the expectation of the seller vs. the market can be difficult and Stacy and Erin are here to walk you through their approach at Smith Spencer to how to set yourself up for success when establishing a price for listings.   Got a Question for Schmoopy?  Email 💌  us at  podcast@smithspencer.com   Today's episode is brought t...

Stacy and Erin have a proper catch up.  After a deal falls through Erin reminds us all to expect the unexpected in this industry. Plus, Stacy recaps a recent trip and the two chat about a fun photo shoot.     Reach Out by emailing us at  podcast@smithspencer.com     Today's episode is brought to you by  Bill Payne NMLS ID#: 283298 with First Home Mortgage   https://www.billpaynemortgagebanker.com

To be competitive in real estate, agents should see themselves as their own "brand" but does this mean you need to spend $4k on a website?  On today's edition of 'Dear Schmoopy' The world's smartest women bring on Melissa Barker of  W.E. Inc to lend her professional marketing advice to a listener.   Got a Question for Schmoopy?  Email 💌  us at  podcast@smithspencer.com   Today's episode is brough...

On this episode of Between Two Brokers a listener writes in wondering if she should pay for leads in real estate.  These two Brokers weigh in and share some hot tips on how to create leads that turn into sales.     Got a Question for Schmoopy?  Email 💌  us at podcast@smithspencer.com   Today's episode is brought to you by Nick Cann Photo + Bill Payne NMLS ID#: 283298 with First Home Mortgage   Ch...

On today's show the world's smartest women answer a listeners burning question. In this market if a house sits on the market for too long people automatically assume something's *wrong with it*.  Erin and Stacy are here to argue that the only thing wrong may be the price. Tune in to hear their take on why some houses sit on the market while other similar houses get snapped up in a multiple offer s...

After an off-market appraisal comes back nearly $150k off, Erin needs answers.  Luckily our mortgage lending correspondent, Bill Payne, is here to help. Find out what he thinks happened with the first appraisal and how to avoid situations like this in the future.   Got a Question for Bill?  Reach Out by emailing us at podcast@smithspencer.com     Today's episode is brought to you by  Bill Payne NM...

On the second edition of our LIVE Podcast Speaker Series we invite our podcast producer Lindsay Collins of Effin B Radio on the show to discuss how she got into podcast production, what podcasts can do for your brand and how to tell a compelling story.     Check Out Lindsay's Podcast 'Effin B Radio' :  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/effin-b-radio/id1110232543   Today's episode is brought to...

On todays edition of 'Dear Schmoopy' the world's smartest woman answers a question about landscaping.  When it comes to the value of your home, curb appeal is a real thing but landscaping can be expensive. This listener wants to know if the juice is worth the squeeze.  Tune in to find out if landscaping really moves the needle when it comes to the value of your home.     Today's episode is brought...

Today on Dear Schmoopy the world's smartest (and sleepiest) woman helps a listener answer an age old question.  Tune in to find out what Schmoopy has to say.     Today's episode is brought to you by Nick Cann Photo + Bill Payne NMLS ID#: 283298 with First Home Mortgage   Check Out Our Partners:   https://www.nickcannphoto.com   https://www.billpaynemortgagebanker.com   Our next Speaker Series is M...

The world's most cheerful AND organized contractor is back on the mic.  In Part 2 of "Ask a Contractor" Stacy and Erin pick Jonah's brain about his experience with HGTV, managing client expectations and why he stands behind not working on weekends.       Check Out Jonah by going to:  https://www.canterconstructionsc.com     This episode is brought to you by Nick Cann Photo   Find Out More By Going...

On todays 'Dear Schmoopy', an agent writes in suspecting some foul play after they lose in a multiple offer situation despite having the highest offer.  Was it because the seller was a widow who likes birds and the buyer was ALSO a widow who liked birds?  Or is something fishy going on???       Today's episode is brought to you by Nick Cann Photo + Bill Payne NMLS ID#: 283298 with First Home Mortg...

Erin + Stacy sit down with Jimmy Banyas , co-creator of Punchlist,  the first platform digitizing national home inspection data to create instant repair and renovation estimates and online service orders.  Jimmy is a serial  entrepreneur and breaks down why this revolutionary service can help realtors and their clients keep things simple when it comes to repairs.   Find Out More:  https://www.punc...