Real Estate Rockstars Podcast

Ryan Serhant of Million Dollar Listing New York is more than just a television personality; he’s also a best-selling author and the head of New York’s top-ranked real estate team. On today’s show, Ryan discusses the skills and sales techniques that have helped him achieve so much since starting his real estate career in 2008. In addition to sharing strategies for winning both listings and buyer cl...

Major news to report regarding real estate giant Zillow on this State of the Market podcast. Spencer Rascoff, Zillow’s CEO since 2010, is stepping down. His replacement, Zillow co-founder Rich Barton, already has big plans for the company moving forward, including a shift in strategy that doubles down on Zillow’s budding iBuyer program. Listen to today’s show for more details and our take on the s...

For the last 20 years, Brad Korn has sold 100+ homes annually. He's accomplished this with a team and as a solo agent, and he’s convinced that listeners can do it too by following his simple system for following up with past and potential clients. On today’s show, Brad describes how he systematically reaches out to every member of his database and turns quality contacts into closings. You’ll hear...

Want to build lasting wealth fast? If so, you won't want to miss this Real Estate Rockstars with agent and investor Ben Riehle! On today's show, he shares his five-year plan for building wealth via investment properties. You’ll hear how to start saving for your first investment property, where to find excellent real estate deals, and more. Plus, Ben shares insightful tips on building successful re...

Opendoor is testing new waters in Dallas, opting to show other brokerages' listings and offering rebates to buyers who use Open Listings agents. On today’s State of the Market, Pat Hiban and Kevin Kauffman discuss how this may affect traditional agents in the Dallas market. Pat and Kevin also share their thoughts on the story of a former Fannie Mae employee facing 40 years in prison after making m...

Too many real estate businesses invest in growth and allow profitability to fall by the wayside – a costly mistake. According to the CEO of High Performance Real Estate Advisors, Lars Hedenborg, it’s possible to grow both your team and its profits year after year. On today’s show, Lars breaks down his high-profit business model and shares strategies for bringing on new agents and admin without all...

Brendan Bartic’s military experience gave him the mental strength and resolve needed to succeed as a real estate agent. Now, as the leader of The Bartic Group, he takes new agents and turns them into sales superstars. On today’s podcast, Brendan shares what new hires undergo during his 90-day real estate bootcamp, including the prospecting training and tools provided to ensure their success. Brend...

A controversial listing inspired by 50 Shades of Grey has sparked heated debate within the real estate industry. Sure, the listing got plenty of attention, but did the agent’s marketing cross the line? Get our take on today’s State of the Market podcast! Also, hear why Gary Vaynerchuk says he’ll never buy another home and what may be motivating NAR’s push to replace Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac with...

Is your real estate business ready for the next market cycle? Homes will likely take longer to sell, but that isn’t a bad thing – not if you’re able to showcase your expertise and value. Listen to today’s podcast with coach Debbie De Grote and learn how to win high-quality listings without taking commission cuts or compromising your integrity. In addition to tips on crushing listing appointments,...

After selling his first company at the age of 21, John Henry went on to start his own venture capital fund, Harlem Capital. Now, John’s starring in Hustle on Viceland, a docu-series where he presents small-business owners with big opportunities to grow. On today’s podcast, John shares his entrepreneurial journey before dropping value bombs with the potential to blow up your real estate business. L...

Is Zillow prioritizing its own for-sale homes over other listings? Find out on today’s State of the Market! Pat and Kevin also offer predictions on the iBuyer phenomenon, and Pat discusses his own experience dealing with an iBuyer’s offer. Other highlights this week include the launch of a new mobile safety device that’s perfect for Realtors and an impressive number of real estate companies making...

iBuyer programs are blowing up, and many real estate professionals are worried about losing business. Today’s guest, broker Eric Hatch, isn’t one of them. In Erik’s eyes, the iBuyer model isn’t a threat; it’s an opportunity. Recently, he created his own iBuyer program, something he calls “Snap Offer.” On average, he’s making 10 percent profit per property, and his program has helped him consistent...

Those in real estate often wonder whether or not online leads are worth the money. Realtor Chris Dufala crunched the numbers and was shocked at the results. Despite allocating over 50 percent of his marketing budget to Internet leads, these leads only produced about 15 percent of his team's earnings. On today’s show, Pat and Chris discuss alternatives to paying for real estate leads. Chris also sh...

Agents around the nation are reporting major slowdown in their markets. On today’s State of the Market podcast, we discuss what could be causing home sales to slow and ways to predict whether or not things will worsen. We also cover Keller Williams’ controversial new plan to launch an iBuyer program. Other news highlights include Fannie Mae stock soaring amid plans for its release from government...

As markets change, real estate professionals must adapt. Josh Anderson knows this better than most, and his team has been killing it through Nashville’s shift to a seller’s market. On today’s show, Josh shares how to position a team for continued success in any market. In addition to explaining his detailed process for getting great client reviews, he covers specific strategies for both buyers and...

Want to build a better real estate brand and generate more business organically? Find out how on today’s podcast with The Real Estate Marketing Dude, Mike Cuevas! Mike’s an industry veteran who transitioned away from sales to help agents build brands that are both authentic and effective. Instead of pushing tired marketing tactics, Mike encourages agents to be themselves; it works! Listen in and g...

Big news to cover on this week’s State of the Market podcast! Purplebricks opts to ditch its discount model and replace it with that of a more traditional brokerage. Microsoft puts $500 million toward affordable housing in Seattle. Plus, we discuss a string of recent attacks on real estate professionals and offer advice on staying safe when meeting with new clients. Get Instant Access to Hundreds...

At just over two years in the business, Sean Anthony hasn’t been selling homes long, but he sure has been selling a lot of them! As a brand-new solo agent, he sold over 70 homes per year. Now that he’s brought his girlfriend on as an agent, they’re closing in on 100 deals per year. More impressive still is the fact that his business maintains a profit margin of 60 percent – all thanks to Sean’s lo...

If you’re looking for ways to strike it rich as a real estate investor, you won’t want to miss this podcast with David Osborn. Not only is he one of the most successful real estate franchise owners in the world, he’s made millions on savvy real estate investments. To date, he’s bought and sold over 1,000 single-family homes, and he currently owns nearly 100 rental properties. In addition to his ac...

Industry competition has reached an all-time high, and big-name brokerages are making massive moves in the fight for market share. At Keller Williams, Gary Keller reclaims his CEO position as John Davis steps down. Redfin announces plans to expand into Canadian markets as early as March. Will these industry upsets affect real estate professionals? Find out as Pat Hiban and co-host Kevin Kauffman d...

Real estate markets are constantly changing, so don’t make the mistake of following yesterday’s investment advice. On this Real Estate Rockstars podcast, the CEO of Real Wealth Network, Kathy Fettke, shares her latest investment tips and strategies. Listen and learn how to capitalize on today’s real estate opportunities for massive profits tomorrow. Pat and Kathy discuss single-family properties,...

Has recruiting and retaining high-quality agents been an ongoing struggle? If so, you won’t want to miss this podcast with RE/MAX Advantage Realty’s COO, Rick Cantore. Not only is Rick responsible for overseeing RE/MAX’s recruiting efforts, he works relentlessly to retain their top agents. On today’s show, Rick shares the tools and strategies he personally employs to recruit his market’s best agen...

What’s going on in the real estate industry today? Find out on the first-ever episode of State of the Market, a weekly rundown on the hottest real estate news! On today’s podcast, Pat Hiban and co-host Kevin Kauffman discuss Nick Bailey stepping down as Century 21’s CEO, the effect of the government shutdown on agents, Redfin’s fully digital closing process, and more. Don’t miss it! Get Instant Ac...

You’ve heard about others making millions by investing in real estate, but have you ever considered that you could be one of them? Listen to this podcast with Larry Goins and discover what it takes to get filthy rich as a real estate investor. Larry’s been an active investor for over 30 years, and he’s perfected a system for seller financing that eliminates the stress and hassles associated with o...

Are you burning through dozens of FSBO leads without setting a single appointment? Listen to today’s podcast with FSBO expert Brandon Mulrenin and learn how to have FSBOs calling you for help! Brandon has a new way to convert FSBOs, something he calls reverse selling. Find out what it is, why it works, and how to master it on this Real Estate Rockstars. Plus, Brandon shares his most effective FSBO...