Real Estate Superstars Today!

What if you never had to wonder who you should meet next? In this episode of Real Estate Superstars Today, Rita sits down with Ron Sasson, CEO of Skyler Network, to discuss how AI is changing the way professionals build relationships and uncover business opportunities. Ron shares how intelligent networking can help identify meaningful introductions, strengthen communities, and connect the right pe...

In this episode of Real Estate Superstars Today, Dave Santamaria sits down with appraisal expert Debby Watson Lawson for a candid conversation about growth, independence, mentorship, and what the modern appraisal business actually looks like. From her unique path into the industry to the realities of working within the AMC model, Debby shares honest insight for anyone curious about appraisal, expa...

In this episode of Real Estate Superstars Today, Rita sits down with Stephan Swanson of Maverick Real Estate Group sponsored by eXp Realty® to talk about entrepreneurship, the importance of marketing yourself and finding a mentor, and valuing personal connection over social media.

n this episode of Real Estate Superstars, Rita Santamaria sits down with Chance Brown Broker/Owner of CB&A, Realtors in Houston, TX to talk about what it really takes to grow a brokerage through training and leadership. Chance shares how earning designations helped shape his career, why following through on the goal of starting a brokerage matters, and what new brokers should look for when hiring...

Rita Santamaria interviews Leslie Lerner, Broker of Leslie Lerner Properties, to discuss operating a flat-fee brokerage, rebates, and rebating the commission, the importance of interviewing your potential broker, and her favorite tools to use including her own contract-understanding platform!

Rita Santamaria interviews Chris Kelso, producing regional manager at Rate, to discuss why agents should get to know their loan officers, quarter points and BIPS, finding independent contractors, marketing yourself within your sphere of influence, mastering the mundane, and how “money will follow if you have a passion for what you do.”

Rita Santamaria interviews Ben Deal, Realtor at EXP Realty LLC and Creator of Investor Agent Gameplan, to discuss his expertise on working with investors, building The Gameplan, the benefits of wholesaling, networking, and defining community teams.

Rita Santamaria interviews Jerry Mooty, Christie's International Real Estate, CEO | Principal | Broker | Attorney, to discuss the importance of CRMs, how 85% of your business comes from your sphere of influence, and tips on going into management and becoming a leader.

Rita Santamaria interviews Tim Sojka, Co-Founder and CEO of See Tim Sell Property Group - Keller Williams Premier Realty, on wrapping vehicles with your brand, the importance of realizing what you are good at (and what you are not good at), and cultivating joy in the business. Tim says, “If you’re worried about making money you don’t make any. If you worry about making other people money and worry...

Rita Santamaria interviews Edie Leon on opening your own business, combating two different types of fear, knowing your value, and how creating opportunity increases motivation.

Rita Santamaria interviews Matt Brown on new trends for lenders, disruptors and changes in mortgages, the importance of time blocking, and tips on getting out of your comfort zone from day one.

Rita Santamaria interviews Lisa Benoit on monthly marketing tips, hosting, managing yourself, focusing on the whys of real estate, and being comfortable with fear.

Rita Santamaria interviews Ty Counts about his experience being born into a real estate family, leaving the world of accounting for the “family business”, and his invaluable insight into apartment locating today!

Rita Santamaria interviews Michelle Marek about marketing yourself, goal setting, and some unique ways to keep up with clients.

Rita Santamaria interviews Jason Vitorino, a retail investment sales star and a leader in commercial real estate. Tune it to get tips on how to grow a commercial business in real estate from the ground floor up!

In the second episode of our series Becoming an Appraiser, David Santamaria interviews the talented and knowledgeable Mike Brubaker about different types of property valuations, the market, and how being an appraiser is really about problem solving.

Rita Santamaria interviews the Vice President of Marketing for the Better Business Bureau of Greater Houston and South Texas, Jordan Rzad. Tune it to get tips on dynamic marketing processes from a professional!

This first episode of our series Becoming an Appraiser. David Santamaria interviews the talented and knowledgeable Mike Brubaker about the best tips for getting started as an appraiser. Mike Brubaker, SRA is currently president/CEO of Brubaker and Associates, Inc. Mike has been a designated member of The Appraisal Institute since 1988 and has been appraising properties in the greater Houston area...

Knox Dydalewicz embraced life with a love for adventure. During his 12 short years on earth, he brought joy and kindness to all who knew him. He was passionate about life: playing basketball, collecting basketball shoes and cards, hanging out with his friends, fishing, golf, playing video games, and playing at the ocean. He showed empathy and care for others, always making family proud. His empath...

In this episode, Rita sits down with Tanya Ruff to find out her tips to success, and how she deals with the challenges of the profession while making a fun and stress-free experience for her clients. Her legacy of helping others has definitely earned her a lifetime of business.

In this episode, Rita sits down with Taylor to give his professional advice and tips on creating goals and balance in life and business. He is the best-selling author of “Rise of the Personal Brand”, has recorded over 200 podcasts, hosted 100+ in person networking events, and 42 masterclass events.

In this episode, Rita Santamaria, CEO/Owner of Champions School of Real Estate, sits down with Chris Cerda to discuss the expectations and investments new agents make coming into the business, how to get started, tips on creating your own brokerage, and how to stay accountable as an entrepreneur.

In this episode, Rita Santamaria, CEO/Owner of Champions School of Real Estate, sits down with Anthony Byrd, of Byrd's Eye Inspection, to discuss his path from being a structural engineer in the heavy industrial industry to finding and creating his own inspection company. He also talks about how to guide his clients as a licensed inspector properly, and ultimately help them make the best possible...

In this episode, Rita Santamaria, CEO/Owner of Champions School of Real Estate, sits down with Nicole Hatter, dedicated and experienced Branch Manager at West Capital lending, to talk about networking and follow-up procedures with potential clients. They also discuss how to have the proper conversation with your client from the time of loan application all the way to the closing table.

In this episode, Rita Santamaria, CEO/Owner of Champions School of Real Estate, sits down with Martha Lynn (Texas Premiere Realty, North Central Texas Group) to get advice on how to get your business started, keep it running, safety in the field, as well as tips on pushing "value over price" when it comes to interacting with your clients.