REalizations Podcast

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Stacy Brown In this episode of the Realizations podcast, host Andrea Gordon sits down with Stacy Brown from Real Property Management to delve into the intricacies of property management. Stacy explains her role as a trainer of trainers, the importance of focusing on single-family rentals for new franchise owners, and the challenges imposed by rent control legislation. Andr...

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Julie Gardner In this episode of the Realizations Podcast, host Andrea sits down with longtime friend and colleague, Julie Gardner, a distinguished real estate agent at Compass. Julie shares her journey from growing up in Sacramento to becoming a professional dancer and eventually thriving in the real estate industry. The discussion covers navigating the competitive market...

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Ashley Feuerman In this episode of the Realizations Podcast, we sit down with Ashley Feuerman, a real estate attorney from San Diego, California, to discuss various aspects of real estate transactions, including issues in commercial and first-time home buyer scenarios, dual agency challenges, and the complexities of 1031 exchanges. Ashley shares insights from her career, f...

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Madison Twose In this engaging and informative episode, real estate agent Madison Twose, based in Ontario, Canada, shares her unique perspective and experiences working in a border town near Michigan. Madison provides insights on the Canadian and American real estate markets, discusses how the mild climate of Sarnia extends the selling season, and clarifies common misconce...

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Sunny Randhir Singh In this episode of the Realizations Podcast, host Andrea Gordon discusses the multifaceted role of realtors in the economy and society with Sunny Singh, a realtor from Southern California. They delve into the significant behind-the-scenes work of realtors, dispelling common misconceptions about the profession. Sunny shares his personal journey from the...

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Shawn Wright In this episode of 'Realizations', host Andrea Gordon interviews Shawn Wright, a broker and city council member from Nashville, Tennessee. They discuss the crucial overlap between real estate and government, especially concerning infrastructure, zoning, and planning. Wright shares insights about the growth of Murfreesboro, one of the fastest-growing cities in...

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Reed Sircy In this episode of 'Realizations,' host Andrea Gordon interviews Reed Sircy, an experienced realtor from Nashville, Tennessee. With nearly a decade in the industry, Reed shares insights into the dynamic, often unpredictable world of real estate. He discusses his daily routines, the seasonal nature of the job, and the challenges faced by realtors. Reed also delve...

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Natalie Salins In this comprehensive episode, our host engages with Natalie Salins, an experienced independent mortgage broker, to illuminate the complexities of the mortgage industry. Natalie details her extensive background and the vital role mortgage brokers play in real estate transactions. The discussion covers loan qualifications, especially for low-credit and self-e...

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Pierre Galant Join us as we explore the transformative power of professional photography in the real estate market with Pierre Gallant, a leading photographer based in Pasadena. The discussion highlights the critical role of high-quality imagery in establishing an agent's brand and the impact of consistent, authentic home representation across diverse price points. We navi...

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Michael Gross In this informative episode of 'Realizations,' the host explores the significant impact of real estate on local economies and the intricacies of the industry. Special guest Michael Gross, a top-producing realtor from Sioux Falls, recounts his inspiring journey from homelessness to success. The episode highlights the critical role of volunteerism, with Michael...

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Rohn Boyd In this episode, host Andrea Gordon dives into the vibrant and complex world of Kauai real estate with seasoned professional Rohn Boyd. They explore unique market challenges, including local laws and building codes, and the broad spectrum of clients from everyday buyers to celebrities like Carlos Santana. Rohn shares captivating stories, including a personal enco...

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Tracy Bucher Tune in to this inspiring episode of Realizations with host Andrea Gordon and guest Tracy Butcher from Goodrich, Michigan. Tracy shares her journey from education and managing a plumbing company to becoming a successful real estate agent and broker. Discover how she navigated the real estate market during the pandemic, balanced multiple roles, and stayed deepl...

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Melody Shipley In this comprehensive episode, Melody Shipley discusses the multifaceted realities of the real estate profession. The conversation explores public misconceptions, regional variations in realty practices, and the extensive steps involved in property transactions. Melody shares her six-year real estate journey and the challenges of maintaining control over pre...

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Sherine Duncan In this insightful episode of the podcast 'Realizations,' host Andrea welcomes renowned Oahu-based real estate agent Sherine Duncan for an engaging discussion about the real estate industry. Sherine, a third-generation realtor with extensive experience in various aspects of the real estate sector, shares her journey and the realities of working in real estat...

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Scott Matthews In this episode of Realizations, our guest shares his path from a financially strapped college graduate to a successful real estate investor. He discusses his initial interest in real estate, the process of becoming a realtor, and his focus on investment properties. Key concepts like penciling out deals, capitalization rates, and strategies for finding and s...

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Bryan Smith In this episode, Andrea Gordon sits down with her colleague and esteemed Real Estate veteran, Bryan Smith. Bryan shares his extensive journey through the tech and Real Estate sectors, including his leadership roles at LoopNet, BoomTown, and SIDE. The conversation transitions to his current role as CEO of Rocketly and explores how the new technology aims to opti...

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Kevin Patsel In this Episode, Andrea welcomes Kevin Patsel, Vice President of Compass Northern California, to discuss his unique career trajectory from public relations to Real Estate Leadership. Kevin shares insights about his three distinct 20-year career phases, his transition into Real Estate, and his role as a manager. They delve into the challenges that Real Estate p...

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Vanda Martin In this Episode, Andrea interviews her long-time coach, Vanda Martin. They discuss Vanda's inspiring journey from Brazil to becoming a successful Real Estate agent and a master coach. Vanda shares her personal story, her dedication to learning and self-development, and how she overcame challenges in her career. They also delve into the importance of energy...

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Brady Thomas In this episode of Realizations, host Andrea Gordon sits down with renowned mortgage broker, Brady Thomas from LaSalle Financial. Brady shares his journey into the mortgage industry, the importance of problem-solving, and the unique aspects that set him apart from other mortgage brokers. They discuss the current affordability crisis, the role of credit in secu...

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Marc Hernandez In this episode of Realizations, Andrea Gordon interviews Marc Hernandez, a top producer at Compass in Beverly Hills. Marc shares his extensive career journey, from specializing in commercial Real Estate to pivoting into entertainment and advertising, and finally returning to Real Estate. Marc discusses the importance of creativity in his work, the intricaci...

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Carolyn Pistone In this episode, Andrea speaks with Carolyn Pistone about their long and varied history together and delves deeply into Carolyn's intriguing career journey. Initially in entertainment and tech, Carolyn transitioned to Real Estate and eventually established Clear Blue Commercial, a woman-owned, certified Green B Corp specializing in sustainable commercia...

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Daniel Hershkowitz In the very first episode of 'Realizations', host Andrea welcomes her friend and first guest, Daniel Hershkowitz, the Senior Director of Risk Management for the Agency Real Estate. They discuss the complexities and liabilities of being a real estate agent, especially regarding buyer broker agreements and commission lawsuits. Daniel shares his car...