Real Estate Excellence

Not everything is taught at school, so it's important to take as much knowledge and lessons out of every deal as possible. In this conversation, we talk about how Theo Fulger transitioned from sports to real estate. Theo shares how he advanced his real estate career in just over 2 years, and how being an athlete has helped him in the industry. As a savvy young realtor from DJ & Lindsey, Theo also...

We're welcoming Heather and Danielle, two successful women who built their real estate businesses by relying on each other and the network of fellow professionals they've formed over the years. Heather grew up in Ohio and moved to Florida in search of sunshine and a more suitable climate for raising her sons. Danielle, from Florida, joined Heather in 2018 after her family relocation. The two women...

The Pledger & Polanco Team at Slate Real Estate is a Top Producing Team in NE FL. With a combined 12 years in the industry, customer service is their top priority. Erika is the listing specialist and is a certified professional property stager and her designations include seller representative specialist and certified real estate negotiation expert. Yordan is a veteran of the US Navy and a buyer s...

Bernadette Grandinetti is a real estate agent with Engel and Völkers, and has been in the industry for 3 years and has worked with some of the best agents in the business. In this episode, Bernadette shares that you don't need a college degree to be a successful real estate agent as you can be a craftsman, or even just have some vocational skills. Bernadette also discusses how it is important for...

Shelby Florenz, originally from Bozeman, Montana moved to Florida in 2012. Shelby never thought she could love any place more than she did Bozeman until she found Northeast Florida and realized 90 degrees in January beats minus 10 degrees every time! Shelby graduated college from UNLV in 2012 with a degree in Sports Management and a minor in Civic Engagement and Leadership. After graduating Shelby...

Linda Garcia shares her career in real estate and how she's transitioned into the mortgage industry. Linda gives her advice on how to be a successful loan officer and how to connect with clients. She has experience with social media and shares with us that it is important to be personal when posting videos and pictures of your work, which promotes a better connection between you and your audience....

Dunia Taylor from REMI Realty discusses how the circle of influence can be a powerful tool for real estate agents. She shares that her family and friends are her biggest cheerleaders and that it's important to start building relationships early in the business. Today, we'll talk about why good relationships with your agents are key to success. The biggest thing is when an agent is dedicated and mo...

Enis Qosja discusses growing up in Albania under communist rule and the excitement of coming to the United States to start a new life. This sparked her interest in the real estate industry. Enis shares that her father is an economist and her mother works for the government, that growing up in Albania was extremely limited in terms of knowledge and experiences, and that she was always determined to...

Surrounding yourself with positive people plays a big role in growing your business. Brittany Brooks, entrepreneur, investor, real estate advisor, and coach, tells her story from the W2 rat race to a successful Owner/Broker at Momentum Realty. She shares how she joined her husband in real estate sales as the Lead Buyer's Agent on The Brooks Group with the mission of helping their community build w...

Tara Hubbard is a real estate agent from Jacksonville, FL. Her drive and motivation have made her a top producer in the Northeast Florida real estate market. In 2019, she opened her own brokerage, Radiant Realty. Today, Tara discusses how it is essential to have a positive attitude when working with others. She also mentions some of the mentors in her career and explains why it's so important to h...

George Pottenkulam is a lead buyer's agent with one of the top real estate teams in northeast Florida, and he is a cornerstone of the Welch team. Today we'll uncover his career path, how he manages his team, and how he approaches selling homes during the busiest time of year. He will also show how important it is to maintain a good relationship with your sphere of influence and how slowly starting...

Since 1996, EXIT 1 Stop Realty has been helping people get their own homes. From then, EXIT has grown into one of the most followed real estate franchises in the world. Today, we have Valerie Womble, and Walter and Jan Collins, to walk us through the processes and the genius behind EXIT's success over the years. They will share their background, as well as the necessary tools to survive and thrive...

The home selling & buying process can be stressful at times, and Megan Farrel-Nelson is here to show us how to mitigate that. As the team leader at The Megan Farrel team, Megan shares the importance of being active in the community, as well as maintaining strong relationships. This allows everyone to learn not only from each other but also from the best in the industry. Megan also emphasizes how t...

Marissa Scott discusses the importance of listening to and learning from other real estate professionals in order to grow one's business. She emphasizes the importance of real estate education, and recommends that listeners read business books to improve their real estate skills. Marissa shares that she is a consistently active social media user and has been involved in several businesses before b...

In today's episode, we have Leah Maieski to share with us her experience and advice for new agents. Leah shares that the most important thing for a loan officer to have is good communication, which is vital for trust and confidence.    Born and raised on Long Island, New York, Leah received her Bachelor's Degree in Sociology at Jacksonville University where she was an active member of the Delta De...

Natalie Dunlap, a successful business woman and the Sr. vice president of Cloudmellow, shares her advice on how to be successful as a real estate agent in the 21st century. She discusses the importance of having a strong business proposition, engaging with your audience on a regular basis, and converting leads into sales. Natalie also provides helpful tips on how to maximize your social media pres...

Keeping things fresh means constantly learning and growing. That means being willing to try something new even if you're not sure if it's going to work out. In today's episode, I welcome you Sarah Rocco, the Owner/CEO of The Rocco Group based in Jacksonville, FL. She will share her journey into real estate success, and how her network has propelled her way to the top. We will also talk about how t...

John Brooks is the co-founder and CEO of Momentum Realty, one of the fastest growing real estate brokerages in northeast Florida. He is a coach, mentor, recruiter, and lender who has recruited a list of solid producers at Momentum Realty. In today's episode, John will discuss how his journey into the industry and vision has evolved over time, and provide listeners with valuable advice on how to be...

There are a lot of avenues for connecting and networking with people around you. Are you making the most out of them?   Shonda Campanaro of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services is here today to show us the key steps in achieving excellence in real estate. As a top producing real estate agent with Berkshire Hathaway since 2007, Shonda will share with us how she maintains her organic connections, as wel...

A good relationship starts with communication and that consultations are important in order to build trust between the client and agent. In today's episode of Real Estate Excellence, broker/owner at Sandbar Realty Kira Sykes will show us how she is helping those in need by providing non-profit programs focused around providing a fresh start. She will show us the values and the mindset needed in or...

Owners and real estate investors often feel overwhelmed and anxious about managing their properties all alone as they have to do background checks, income verifications, rental references, etc. However, on today's show our amazing guest, Tiea Vincent, will let us know how you can take that burden off of your shoulders and look out for alternatives that bring you peace of mind.  Tiea, who will serv...

As real estate investors, we should be aware that having a unique relationship with our past, present, and future clients along with a stellar service is what enables us to exceed our customers' expectations and be differentiated in the industry. In this week's episode, our amazing Realtor®, Nikki-Lyn Holm shares her journey getting into real estate and how she was able to succeed in this business...

We know that getting into the real estate industry can be scary, especially when you move to a different country to start being involved in this business. However, when you make the decision and surround yourself with wonderful agents, this journey will be pleasant. On today's show, Joselyn Reyes, an inspiration to all talks about what sets her apart in the financial and real estate industry and h...

Have you ever wondered how to find the neighborhood that suits your lifestyle? You're probably not sure of what aspects you should consider before buying a house, but don't worry about it anymore. This week's guest will help you clear up those doubts and see things from a different standpoint. Let's welcome, Jennifer White, a proven professional in Real Estate for over 20 years. Jennifer's experie...

Building trust and solid post-close relationships are vital to being booming in your business, especially in real estate. You should nurture those relationships and surround yourself with successful people to set you apart from everyone else. Today, Lisa Barton, a broker associate at Lisa Borton Team - Keller Williams Realty Atlantic Partners, shares how she became a luxury home specialist and a t...