LIFTED

Are you trying to build wealth in real estate but feeling pressured to make money fast? In this episode of LIFTED , host Patrick Merrill sits down with Sam, a former engineer who transitioned into a highly successful real estate investor, property manager, and flipper in Connecticut. Sam shares his journey from buying his first investment property in 2012 to aggressively scaling a portfolio of ove...

Are you or a loved one preparing to downsize, but feel completely overwhelmed by the emotional and physical burden of deciding what to keep, sell, or donate? In this episode of Lift It , host Patrick Merrill sits down with Libby Wood, the owner of Senior Settlers in the San Francisco Bay Area. Libby shares her expertise as a "senior move manager," explaining how her team helps elderly cl...

Are you tired of paying 30% of your margins to internet lead aggregators just to compete with five other agents? What if there was a way to generate massive, high-quality leads completely for free? In this episode of Lift It , host Patrick Merrill sits down with Justin Stoddart, author of The Upstream Model and creator of Pro Insight. Justin explains the incredible power of "upstream partners...

Are you truly present when communicating with your clients, or are you just going through the motions? In this episode of the Lift It podcast, host Patrick Merrill sits down with Maria Gallucci, a veteran real estate agent with 35 years of experience based in Denver, Colorado. Maria shares the inspiring story behind her #1 Amazon bestselling book, Raised in Silence , which details her experience g...

Are you struggling to balance a demanding real estate career while trying to maintain healthy boundaries at home? In this episode, host Patrick Merrill sits down with Alex Young, a top-producing real estate agent based in Northeast Wisconsin. Alex shares his incredible journey of teaming up with his wife, who serves as his Director of Operations, to build a highly successful, relationship-based re...

Are you looking to break into the lucrative world of out-of-state investors or scale your real estate career at lightning speed? In this episode, host Patrick Merrill sits down with Gina Shumway, a top-producing real estate agent and owner of the Titan Group in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Gina shares her incredible, non-traditional journey of transitioning from a full-time nurse practitioner to buying...

Are sellers in your market still expecting "COVID prices" while buyers are shopping like it's 2009? In this episode of the Lifted podcast, host Patrick Merrill sits down with Cincinnati real estate powerhouse Doug Phillips. Doug shares the exact strategies he uses to help run a 52-person mega team—the #1 Keller Williams team in the Ohio Valley region—that closed an astounding 613 uni...

In this solo episode of the Lifted Podcast, traveling realtor Patrick Merrill gets vulnerable from the shores of a beautiful white-sand beach. He opens up about a terrifying personal journey with the medication Gabapentin, sharing how the severe side effects nearly destroyed his motivation, isolated him from loved ones, and tanked his real estate business. Patrick explains the subtle warning signs...

Are you tired of the "recruit five, lose four" cycle? As a RealTrends Verified Top Agent, I, Patrick Merrill, know that the grind of building a brokerage can feel like raising a difficult child. That’s why I brought on Norma from Broker VMA—a specialist who has managed brokerage footprints across 48 states—to reveal how you can double your business value or exit with your legacy intact t...

In this episode of the Lifted Podcast, host Patrick Merrill sits down with Landon McCarty from Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation to discuss the ins and outs of securing a mortgage, especially if your financial situation isn't "textbook perfect." If you are one of the millions of self-employed Americans writing off your income to save on taxes, you might be shocked to find out...

In this episode, host Patrick Merrill sits down with Jim, CEO of Ember Pro USA, to discuss the shocking realities of the California wildfire landscape and the ensuing homeowner’s insurance crisis. Jim breaks down the science behind how homes actually catch fire—hint: it’s not usually a wall of flames, but tiny flying embers—and how his company is providing eco-friendly, cutting-edge defense system...

Host Patrick Merrill sits down with Joe Arnao from Forward Strategic Consulting to discuss how new and experienced real estate agents can find their footing and thrive in the industry. They cover why it’s critical for agents to interview brokerages, how to identify the lead-generation strategies that fit your personality, and the importance of surrounding yourself with a supportive and productive...

REALTOR® Patrick Merrill and his broker, Suzanne Mark, sit down on the back deck of a beautiful (soon-to-be-listed!) waterfront property in Moss Point, Mississippi, to talk about the unmatched lifestyle of the Gulf Coast. Surrounded by wildlife and passing boats, Patrick and Suzanne discuss why South Mississippi is no longer a "Secret Coast." They cover everything from the incredibly low...

Mississippi Gulf Coast REALTOR® Patrick Merrill talks with Ben, the founder of Future Proof, about how to protect your home from extreme weather and skyrocketing insurance premiums. Ben breaks down how his company's "Magic Window" app uses artificial intelligence to scan your home's vulnerabilities to hurricanes, tornadoes, and wildfires. Patrick and Ben also explore how homeowne...

Mississippi Gulf Coast REALTOR® Patrick Merrill talks with Brad, the owner of Venice Beach-based Open Air Homes, about how to thrive in the modern short-term and mid-term rental market. Brad explains why the industry is entirely driven by 5-star reviews, and why homes that focus on a complete, comfortable guest experience enjoy 90% occupancy while others struggle at 20%. They also dive into the op...

Mississippi Gulf Coast REALTOR® Patrick Merrill talks with GMFS Mortgage Loan Officer Jeremy Brown about the realities of buying a home in 2026. They discuss why waiting for interest rates to drop can actually cause you to pay more for a house, how to strategically refinance, and why you should never let a low interest rate keep you trapped in a home you no longer love. Jeremy also breaks down the...

Welcome to the very first episode! Mississippi Gulf Coast REALTOR® Patrick Merrill is officially launching his brand-new podcast. Dropping weekly starting March 11, 2026, this show is all about bringing a much-needed dose of positivity to your feed. Sick of the negative news cycle? Patrick is here to help you get "lifted." In this quick intro, Patrick shares what to expect in upcoming ep...

Lifted is where real estate, leadership, and real life come together. Hosted by Patrick Merrill, this podcast goes beyond transactions to explore personal growth, purpose, and the kind of impact that lasts longer than any deal. Patrick brings on realtors from all walks of life, along with industry partners and people with stories worth sharing. No hype, no shortcuts - just honest insight, perspect...