Motivational Monday with LPT Realty

The headlines are finally catching up to what LPT has been saying all along. The real estate market is setting up for a major recovery next year. In this episode of Motivational Monday with LPT Realty, Robert Palmer and Matthew Hodge break down why recent Fed cuts caused mortgage rates to worsen short-term, why that is actually a good sign, and how inflation data, tariffs, and bond market behavior...

In this episode of Real Estate First Friday, hosts Matthew Hodge and Luis Fermin, Executive VPs at LPT Realty, are joined by David Lewis to break down one of the most overlooked skills in real estate success: how to talk about the market when people ask, “So… how’s real estate?” From holiday parties to casual conversations with friends and family, agents are constantly being interviewed for their...

Mortgage rates, the Fed, inflation, QT, MBS, AI, and the 2026 housing boom all collide in this episode of Motivational Monday with LPT Realty. Robert Palmer and Matthew Hodge break down what the Fed is really doing behind the scenes, why mortgage rates are not reacting to rate cuts, how the 10-year Treasury and bond investors are driving the market, and why lowering short-term rates is key to the...

The market is finally shifting… and the early signs of Booms Day are here. In this episode of Motivational Monday with LPT Realty, Robert Palmer and Matthew Hodge break down fresh economic data, NAR’s new home-sale forecast, rising mortgage applications, and why inventory increases are good news for real estate agents. Robert explains how the lock-in effect is finally thawing, why delayed sellers...

In this episode of Real Estate First Friday, hosts Matthew Hodge and Luis Fermin of LPT Realty break down how real estate agents can end the year strong and build unstoppable momentum heading into 2026. From goal setting and habit formation to AI integration and business systems, this conversation is packed with practical ways to reset, refocus, and grow your real estate business during the holida...

In this episode of Motivational Monday with LPT Realty, Robert Palmer (Founder & CEO) and Matthew Hodge (EVP) take us inside LPT’s whirlwind week in New York City — from meeting with NASDAQ, the New York Stock Exchange, and JP Morgan to attending the Deloitte Fast 500 Awards at the NYSE. Robert shares what it means for a brokerage to be courted by both major stock exchanges, why LPT’s agent-first,...

The data is delayed, the government is shut down – and the market is about to make its move. In this episode of Motivational Monday with LPT Realty, Robert Palmer (Founder & CEO) and Matthew Hodge (EVP) unpack the impact of the government shutdown on the housing market, jobs data, and inflation reports, and explain why this volatility could actually trigger the start of the next real estate boom....

In this episode of Real Estate First Friday, hosts Matthew Hodge and Luis Fermin of LPT Realty sit down with Mike Bernier—top-tier real estate coach, brokerage owner, and open house expert—to unpack the systems that turn open houses into serious lead-generation machines. Mike shares how he built one of the most effective open house frameworks in the industry, blending signage, social strategy, pat...

The Fed just cut rates again — and mortgage rates got worse. In this episode of Motivational Monday with LPT Realty, Robert Palmer (Founder & CEO) and Matthew Hodge (EVP) unpack why the market reacted this way, what it means for real estate agents, and how it actually sets the stage for the next housing boom in 2025. They explain why inflation fears continue to drive long-term mortgage rates, how...

In this episode of Real Estate First Friday, hosts Matthew Hodge and Luis Fermin of LPT Realty sit down with Craig Zuber – business coach, author, and leadership strategist known for helping top producers get clear, stay focused, and build businesses rooted in long-term growth. Craig breaks down The Four Roots to Real Estate Results, a practical framework that helps agents align mindset, skill set...

In this episode of Motivational Monday, hosts Robert Palmer (Founder & CEO of LPT Realty) and Matthew Hodge (EVP at LPT Realty) deliver one of the most powerful conversations of the year, covering leadership, focus, and how agents can prepare for the coming real estate boom. Robert shares his personal blueprint for “Booms Day Prepping”—how he’s realigning LPT’s leadership, simplifying business hol...

In this episode of Real Estate First Friday, hosts Matthew Hodge and Luis Fermin, Executive VPs at LPT Realty, sit down with Michael LaFido, founder and CEO of the Luxury Listing Specialist Designation (LUXE) and one of the nation’s top voices in high-end real estate strategy. They break down the real path to higher price points and why stepping into luxury doesn’t happen overnight. Michael shares...

The boom is coming – but it will only reward those who stay ready. In this episode of Motivational Monday with LPT Realty, Robert Palmer (Founder & CEO) and Matthew Hodge (EVP) reflect on the massive success of Fall Con 2025 and the lessons that will shape the next chapter for agents across the country. Robert shares the emotional story he couldn’t finish on stage, how fear once held him back from...

Fall Con 2025 week is here – and LPT Realty is about to make history. Today, Robert Palmer (Founder & CEO) and Matthew Hodge (EVP) share a final preview of the four-day Fall Con 2025 and the free ASCEND Agent Expo happening in Orlando. They pull back the curtain on the three brand-new agent certifications: AI Advantage, Price Point Step-Up, and In-Person Influencer, and why these trainings will eq...

The next six months will define your real estate career. In this episode of Motivational Monday with LPT Realty, Robert Palmer (Founder & CEO) and Matthew Hodge (EVP) break down how the Fed’s latest moves, rising consumer rate expectations, and improving inventory are setting up for the biggest real estate boom in years. With Fall Con 2025 just days away, they share the inside look at what agents...

Every successful real estate career is built on investment in your business and in yourself. In this episode of Motivational Monday with LPT Realty, hosts Matthew Hodge (EVP) and Robert Palmer (Founder & CEO) talk about why agents must continually invest in their skills, systems, and education if they want to thrive through market cycles. Robert shares how his own career shifted when he started in...

In this episode of Real Estate First Friday, hosts Matthew Hodge and Luis Fermin, Executive Vice Presidents at LPT Realty, sit down with powerhouse Sharelle Rosado - founder of Allure Realty, Netflix star of Selling Tampa, and one of Inman’s “Most Influential Real Estate Leaders.” Sharelle opens up about how she built a multimillion-dollar brand from the ground up - from serving in the military to...

Mortgage rates spiked after the Fed’s September meeting… leaving buyers, sellers, and real estate agents asking: what does this mean for the housing market? In this episode of Motivational Monday with LPT Realty, hosts Robert Palmer (Founder & CEO) and Matthew Hodge (EVP) break down the Fed’s decision, the latest CPI, PPI, and jobs data, and why rates actually got worse after the quarter-point cut...

In this episode of Real Estate First Friday, hosts Matthew Hodge and Luis Fermin, Executive VPs at LPT Realty, sit down with John Walker, author, real estate school founder, and industry veteran, to talk about the seven mistakes that quietly cost realtors listings, clients, and long-term success. John breaks down what he calls the “seven pitfalls” holding most agents back; from procrastination and...

The housing market may feel stuck, but all signs point to a coming shift. And those agents who prepare now will dominate when the boom hits. In this episode of Motivational Monday with LPT Realty, hosts Robert Palmer (Founder & CEO) and Matthew Hodge (EVP) break down the BLS jobs report, CPI, and PPI — and explain what these reports mean for mortgage rates, the Fed’s next move, and the timing of t...

Real estate isn’t just about contracts and closings, it’s about visibility. In this first episode of Real Estate First Friday, hosts Matthew Hodge and Luis Fermin, Executive VPs of LPT Realty, sit down with social media powerhouse Will Grimes to break down how Realtors can use YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook to build a trusted brand that actually converts. From selling 140+ homes through YouTube...

The housing market is shifting again… and this could be the turning point. In today’s episode of Motivational Monday with LPT Realty, hosts Robert Palmer (Founder & CEO) and Matthew Hodge (EVP) break down the latest economic data, the Fed’s next moves, and what it all means for mortgage rates, buyers, sellers, and real estate agents. You’ll learn why weak job numbers and new inflation data could s...

The housing market is still uncertain, but one thing is clear: the agents who prepare now will be the ones who win big when the next boom hits. In this episode of Motivational Monday with LPT Realty, hosts Robert Palmer (Founder & CEO) and Matthew Hodge (EVP) dive into the latest market dynamics, why rates may not need to drop for demand to return, and how agents can get ahead by plugging into eve...

The real estate industry has lost its mojo… but it’s coming back. In this week’s Motivational Monday with LPT Realty, hosts Robert Palmer (Founder & CEO of LPT Realty) and Matthew Hodge (EVP at LPT Realty) unpack what the Fed’s surprising shift at Jackson Hole really means for agents, mortgage rates, and the housing market heading into 2026. Most headlines are cheering about potential rate cuts, b...

Join LPT’s FALL CONFERENCE 2025!  [REGISTER NOW] Secure your slot at https://www.aiufallcon.com/.  The real estate market may feel uncertain today, but history tells us one thing: the next boom is coming, and the agents who are prepared will win the biggest. In this episode of Motivational Monday with LPT Realty, hosts Robert Palmer (Founder & CEO of LPT Realty) and Matthew Hodge (EVP at LPT Realt...