Bramlett Partners Podcast

In this episode, we sit down with Justin Landis, founder of Bolst and leader of the Justin Landis Group in Atlanta, to discuss what it means to build a purpose based real estate business. Justin shares how a desire to use business as a force for good led to fundraising campaigns that generated hundreds of thousands of dollars to fight homelessness, ultimately shaping the creation of a purpose driv...

This podcast features our guest Aymen Alobaidi, who shares his journey from Baghdad to Austin as a refugee and how he built a career in real estate at a young age. The conversation explores cultural transition, identity, and the role of community in shaping both personal and professional growth. Aymen reflects on his experience resettling in the United States and adapting to a new culture, and how...

This episode features our guest Rachel Pulliam, a seasoned Austin realtor who shares practical insights on building an efficient, organized, and people-focused real estate business. Rachel discusses how adopting the path of least resistance in daily routines can improve consistency and productivity. She breaks down her approach to organization and time management, offering a clear view into how su...

This podcast features our guest Katie Dochen, who shares her path from nonprofits and consulting into real estate, and how that experience shapes her approach to clients and business today. In this conversation, Katie discusses what it is like to work in a family business and how to manage professional boundaries while maintaining strong personal relationships. She offers practical insight into pr...

Eric Bramlett (Bramlett Partners) and Max Leaman (Loan People / Leaman Team) sit down for their April 2026 update on the Austin real estate and mortgage markets. They break down what's actually working in a "grind market," why pending units are up 13% year-over-year despite the recent rate spike, and how to position your business to come out the other side stronger. What we cover: 00...

This episode features our guest Bailey Moran, who shares her journey through 13 years in real estate and the personal and professional lessons she has learned along the way. In this conversation, Bailey discusses the emotional highs and lows of the industry, including burnout during peak seasons, the importance of accountability, and the cyclical nature of the market. She explains how community en...

This episode features our guest Adrienne Laosa, Managing Partner of Treaty Oak Property Management. In this conversation, Adrienne shares her journey from high-volume realtor to leading a successful property management company. She discusses how long-term client relationships drive sustainable growth, why Treaty Oak serves as a trusted resource for realtors, and how community-based strategies stre...

What does it really take to build a successful podcast in real estate? In this conversation, Ethan Beute shares lessons from years of hosting, guesting, and producing shows that drive real impact. From launching and sustaining a podcast to building stronger real estate teams, Ethan breaks down the mindset and structure required for long term success. We talk about the evolution of podcast hosting,...

Ryan Fitzgerald joins us for an honest conversation about building a real estate career with intention, discipline, and long term vision. From owning a brokerage to launching AgentLoft, Ryan shares the mindset shifts and business decisions that helped him scale without losing focus. He talks about the importance of gratitude, staying present, and learning to tune out outside opinions while growing...

In this episode, Eric Bramlett sits down with Max Leaman to look back at the Austin housing market and mortgage landscape in 2025 and talk through what might happen in 2026.They cover why 2025 felt slow for many buyers and sellers, what rate stability changed for mortgage lending, and why the Fed rate is not the same thing as mortgage rates. They also dig into what is driving real transactions rig...

In this episode, we sit down with Tara and Craig McGuire to talk about what it really looks like to build a successful real estate business as a married couple. They share how they transitioned from individual careers into a true partnership, the boundaries they’ve put in place to protect both their marriage and their clients, and why transparency and trust are at the core of how they operate. Fro...

In this episode, we sit down with Robin Deshotels to talk about what it really looks like to build a long-term career in real estate. Robin shares how she got started in the industry, from working as an assistant at a title company to transitioning into sales and navigating multiple markets over the years. With experience across title, mortgage, sales, and brokerage ownership, Robin reflects on th...

In this episode, land agent Nick Schwedock II breaks down the realities of today’s land market: from social media momentum to seller motivations, timing, and what makes land fundamentally different from residential sales. Nick shares how lifestyle content shaped the early part of his business, why he ultimately transitioned into land, and the strategies he uses to help buyers, sellers, and investo...

In this conversation, Madison Cervo shares her journey into real estate, discussing her background, the importance of client relationships, and her unique approach to listing appointments. She emphasizes the significance of self-improvement, work-life balance, and her creative outlets, including art and writing. Madison also highlights her involvement in a nonprofit organization focused on prevent...

In this conversation, Drew Johnson shares his journey from being a woodwinds musician to a successful real estate agent. He discusses the importance of understanding market trends, building strong client relationships, and the lessons he has learned over 15 years in the industry. Drew emphasizes the value of consistency, education for buyers, and the role of teamwork in achieving success. He also...

Eric Bramlett and lender Max Leaman sit down for a blunt, numbers-first look at the Austin metro housing and mortgage markets. They walk through what’s really happening with rates, spreads, Fed policy, and jobs, then tie all of it back to demand, pricing, and day-to-day reality for buyers, sellers, and agents in the five-county area. They break out resale vs new construction (and builder incentive...

Jen Berbas shares how early challenges in school shaped her systems-driven, analytical approach to business and leadership. She explains how structure and preparation replaced anxiety, and how that discipline translated into building a calm, precise real estate practice in Austin. From learning when to delegate to focusing on her unique value as a leader, Jen’s story reveals how clarity and proces...

Most agents and team leaders crush it in production but never build a real exit plan. What happens when you want to retire? Do you sell your team? Pass your book of business? Coast and leave money on the table? In this episode, Eric sits down with Scott Wright of RTC Consulting (RealTrends) to break down what retirement really looks like in real estate — from broker-owners to team leaders to solo...

Brittany Hodak—award-winning author of Creating Superfans —joins us to show how to turn today’s clients into tomorrow’s evangelists. We workshop four real agent origin stories (live) and unpack "S" and "U" from the SUPER framework: Start with your story Understand your customer’s story…then systemize the experience so people come back and refer you for years. What you’ll get: p...

We wanted real answers about why productive agents actually switch brokerages — so we commissioned Zig Zag Media to conduct a national qualitative study of $3M–$35M producers who had changed firms in the past 12 months. The results challenged common industry assumptions. Splits and tech? Table stakes. The real differentiators? Emotional alignment, leadership access, and a sense of belonging. In th...

Eric Bramlett (Bramlett Partners) sits down with Aaron Scrugs (Agent Intel) to break down the July 2025 Austin real estate market. From pendings and pricing to job growth, remote work, and new construction incentives, this data-driven discussion uncovers the real factors moving Central Texas housing. We dive into charts, stats, and what agents and consumers need to know heading into the fall.