Real Estate Rockstars Podcast

Real estate is a relationship business, which is why you can’t neglect clients or those around you if you hope to succeed. On today’s podcast with Robert Biehn, we discuss ways to grow by focusing on what matters most: people. Robert also shares his proven process for winning clients on Facebook, the three things he wishes he knew as a brand-new agent, and the problem with most real estate trainin...

“Will the U.S. Housing Market Crash in 2022?” asks TheStreet. “Will the Housing Market Finally Crash in 2022?” asks Yahoo Finance in an almost identical headline. On today’s State of the Market podcast with real estate expert Stan Ponte, we talk about headlines like these and explain why you shouldn’t let glorified bloggers influence the financial decisions that you—or your clients—make. Listen an...

Finding clients as a new real estate agent doesn’t have to be hard. While you can win business with cold calls and open houses, you don’t have to. Today’s guest, Chaz Halbert, finished out his first year in real estate with seven successful listings and a total of 23 transactions. Listen and learn how Chaz won business from buyers and sellers as a new agent. Chaz covers social media marketing, his...

While many agents start small, there’s no limit to what you can do in real estate. Today’s guest, Blake Hill, was working toward closing a $5 million deal before he had access to the MLS! Hear how Blake hustled as a newly licensed agent and made major moves for his first client. Blake also shares some of his favorite moments from the show, offers advice on accomplishing goals, and gives valuable t...

In real estate, you have the freedom to build a business that truly represents your values. On today’s podcast, Jen Nelson joins us to discuss how she created a team that leads with excellence, expertise, and generosity. Jen also covers how she generates and converts an impressive number of referrals, what it takes to find time for family, and why firing yourself from certain tasks might be best f...

For nearly two years now, hesitant buyers have been asking agents the same question: “Are we in a bubble?” We don’t think so. On today’s State of the Market podcast, real estate experts Kelly Skeval and Karen Hollands share their market predictions for 2022. After that, they discuss several investment strategies that have been proven effective in both buyer and seller markets time and again. Other...

Happy New Year! With 2021 at its end, we went through the stats and read listeners' comments to select highlights from last year's top 10 real estate podcasts. Congratulations to all of the guests who made the list, and thank you to everyone who helped make 2021 such a great year for the show, including you! Without listeners like you supporting and sharing Real Estate Rockstars, this show wouldn'...

Start 2022 off strong with the strategies shared by last month's Real Estate Rockstars. Guests covered content creation, team building, work-life balance, and more. Plus, we offer real estate predictions for 2022, including one that suggests agents should load up on leads right away! Visit hibandigital.com/toolbox Claim Real Estate Discounts, Free Trials, and More Visit hibandigital.com/resources...

Running a successful real estate business requires more than just a license; it requires effort and education. Realtors must master their craft in order to make it, which is what today’s guest, Ashley Oakes-Lazosky, instills in her agents. Listen and learn what you can do to add value for your clients, your team, and other agents on this Real Estate Rockstars. Visit hibandigital.com/toolbox Claim...

Every day is closing day when it comes to luxury real estate in Dubai. No one knows this better than LuxuryProperty.com’s Mark Castley. On today’s podcast, Mark shares his strategies for closing cash buyers in one of the world’s most unique (and expensive) real estate markets. Mark also covers why now is the time to load up on leads, what it takes to succeed in any market, and how to start a team...

Need a burst of motivation to help you thrive through your start to the new year? In this GoBundance Special, Aaron Velky and Kurt Buchert share their inspiring stories and offer tips for taking action on the things that matter most. Listen and learn when to get out of your own way, how to hone the business-owner mindset, and more. Visit hibandigital.com/toolbox Claim Real Estate Discounts, Free T...

Buying or selling a second home in ski country can be complex, but it doesn't have to be. Megan Luther of The Simple Life Colorado aims to make these transactions as easy as possible for her clients. On today’s Real Estate Rockstars, Megan shares what it’s like working with clients remotely, how she gets business from buyers and sellers who live several states away, and why customer service is ess...

Are you worried that taking time off will cost you clients? Hear how to stop working weekends without sacrificing sales on today's podcast with Trish Williams. The efficiency-boosting strategies shared in this interview will help you scale your business without increasing your workload. Trish also talks about her unique spin on standard seller follow-up, the power of a robust contact database, and...

This GoBundance special features two fast-paced segments with two great guests. First, financial expert Kevin Gray shares investment advice geared toward real estate professionals. After that, Adam Witty, the authority on authority marketing, explains what agents can do to position themselves as industry leaders. Other episode highlights include real estate predictions, strategic marketing plans,...

Running a real estate business isn’t as hard as many new agents seem to think. If you have a proven process in place, simply sticking with it is often all it takes to succeed. On today’s podcast, real estate veteran Courtney Atkinson shares the scripts and systems he followed to build a six-figure business in no time. Plus, he describes his team’s onboarding process for new agents, the best source...

It’s no secret that New York is a tenant-friendly state, but new legislation could make life even harder for landlords. Kelly Skeval, a New York-based Realtor and investor, joins us to analyze laws that will—if passed—further limit landlords’ rights to evict tenants and raise rents. We also talk about the appraiser shortage that’s slowing down deals, the top housing markets of 2022, and what happe...

Plenty of real estate agents struggle to find clients their first year in the business. Still, there are some agents who manage to put up big numbers right from the start. Jacob Valdellon is one of them. In his first 13 months, Jacob closed 31 deals. On today’s podcast, Jacob shares exactly how he did it. Listen and learn how to capture and convert leads via social media, what script to use when s...

Still wondering what it takes to make good money in real estate? In this highlight show, we share several agents' unique strategies for bringing in more business. Plus, we brought back the original Real Estate Rockstar, Pat Hiban, for special episode 1000. Catch up with Pat and get some great real estate tips right here. Visit hibandigital.com/toolbox Claim Real Estate Discounts, Free Trials, and...

Stan Ponte started his real estate career as a leasing agent but was never one to shy away from new opportunities. When the opportunity to sell luxury real estate presented itself, he jumped on it. Now, 22 years later, Stan is one of New York City’s most successful luxury specialists, consistently ranking among Manhattan’s top agents by sales volume. He even has an active $79,000,000 five-story pe...

Are you sick of spending thousands of dollars on low-quality leads? Instead of chasing down prospects, wouldn’t you rather help clients who are already eager to work with you? On today’s podcast, Realtor Cody Steck talks about how he created a free funnel for high-quality leads on YouTube. Listen and learn how to build a channel that brings in serious buyers year round. In addition to video topics...

Starting a new career in real estate? There’s a good chance you’ll be working with buyers. On today’s show, Calvin Pringles shares the strategies that helped him succeed as a brand-new buyer’s agent. Listen and learn how to win deals from your sphere, how to convert hot leads, and how to qualify buyer clients. Use the tips Calvin shares in this interview to avoid making the mistakes that hold most...

In early November, Zillow unexpectedly pulled the plug on its iBuyer business. What happened? On today’s podcast with Kimberlee Meserve, we explore several possible reasons behind Zillow Offers shutting down. Is Zillow predicting a housing market crash, or was their aggressive home-buying strategy simply unsustainable? Find out on today’s State of the Market! We also cover Boston's unique housing...

Are you considering a career change? Today’s guest, Shelby Osborne, decided to get out of the military and into real estate. Since making the switch, Shelby’s found more freedom, made more money, and has had the chance to help other veterans achieve their homeownership goals. Listen and learn about getting started in real estate as an agent and as an investor. Catch Shelby's can’t-miss tips on win...

We just hit a HUGE milestone: 1,000 episodes! To celebrate, we brought back the show’s founder, Pat Hiban, for a special interview. Tune in and catch up with the original Real Estate Rockstar! Pat shares what he’s been up to and what he thinks about today’s insanely competitive markets. Plus, we revisit our previous discussion on coronavirus’ impact on real estate, talk about Zillow’s iBuyer progr...

This GoBundance special features two segments with two inspirational guests. First, motivational speaker Craig Valentine outlines how to influence an audience through the power of storytelling. After that, financial columnist Morgan Housel explains how to get—and stay—rich. Other episode highlights include Craig’s coaching journey with former Real Estate Rockstars host Pat Hiban and Morgan’s expla...