So You Want to be a Real Estate Agent

In this inspiring episode of New Agent Chronicles, Rose Anderson returns with a whole new level of confidence—and real results to show for it. From uncertain beginnings to her current stride, Rose is now in full momentum, celebrating yet another closed transaction, a new client under contract, and a powerful mindset shift that has transformed the way she approaches the business. Rose shares how sh...

What if you could ditch cold calling forever —and still build a thriving real estate business from the ground up? That’s exactly what Simmi Kher , an “Instagram Famous” agent based in Washington State, did—and in this episode of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent , she’s sharing exactly how . Starting her career in a brand-new market with zero sphere of influence , Simmi built a wildly successf...

In this timely episode of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent , Meredith  and Tina tackle a critical challenge agents are facing in today’s shifting market: how to keep sellers confident, informed, and committed —even when the pace feels slower and pricing expectations are harder to manage. Together, they break down what’s changed in the market, what sellers are struggling to understand, and how...

In this powerhouse episode of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent , Meredith Fogle sits down with special guest Eileen McKeon —a dynamic leader and real estate success strategist—for a masterclass on how to lead yourself, scale your business, and thrive in any market . Eileen shares her personal path to growth and leadership, along with a fantastic time-prioritization tool that every agent—new o...

In this timely episode of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent , Meredith Fogle , Alicia Soekawa , and Deborah Morton tackle one of the most pressing challenges in today’s real estate industry: navigating complex transactions in an uncertain and rapidly changing market . From tricky appraisals and tight timelines to buyer hesitations and shifting seller expectations, this conversation offers real...

In one of the most powerful and transparent episodes of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent to date, rising agent Tina returns to share the wins, the hard lessons, and the mindset shifts that are shaping her fast-growing career. This episode goes beyond the highlight reel. Tina opens up about real challenges she’s faced in the field , the emotional toll of high-pressure situations, and how she c...

In this high-value episode of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent , Meredith Fogle and Chris Fogle dive into one of the most important (and intimidating) decisions real estate agents face: when to hire help . From assistants to showing agents, this episode unpacks how to recognize the right time to grow your support team, how to handle the financial side of hiring, and how to make sure you'...

In this episode of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent, Tina returns to share the next chapter of her fast-moving real estate journey—and it’s packed with fresh wins, real lessons, and practical strategies any agent can use. Tina opens up about what it’s taken to push through the inevitable roadblocks, how she keeps her pipeline full of active prospects, and the simple mindset shift she uses to...

In this special episode of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent , host Meredith Fogle is joined by her husband, business partner, and top-producing agent Chris Fogle for an inside look at his journey from brand-new agent to trusted mentor and buyer expert . Chris shares the real story of how he got started in real estate, what it took to build momentum, and the pivotal role that scripts, systems,...

In this empowering episode of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent , rising star Tina returns to share the mindset, strategies, and systems that are helping her succeed quickly—without burning out . Known for her fast-track wins and incredible momentum, Tina opens up about how she stays grounded, focused, and energized in one of the most demanding industries out there. If you’ve ever felt overwhe...

In this thought-provoking episode of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent , Meredith Fogle , Alicia Soekawa , and Deborah Morton unpack one of the most important questions every real estate professional will face: What does success actually mean—and who gets to define it? From chasing production goals and growing teams to building balance, fulfillment, and purpose into your business, we explore h...

In this inspiring episode of New Agent Chronicles , we meet Rose Anderson , a new agent who didn’t start with a bang—but who is now crushing her goals and building the career of her dreams . Rose’s journey is a powerful reminder that success in real estate doesn’t always happen overnight. She started out unsure, focused on building her confidence, and committed to showing up every single day—even...

In this insightful episode of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent , we’re diving into the often-overlooked but highly valuable world of property management . Host Meredith Fogle is joined by Felicia Kaminker , Business Development Manager for LST Property Management , to explore what every real estate agent should know about working with landlords, tenants, and investment properties . Whether yo...

In this episode of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent , host Meredith Fogle sits down with rising star Tina , who is absolutely crushing it in her first 90 days in the business. With 12 signed agency agreements, 4 closed transactions, and 4 active listings , Tina has turned her first quarter in real estate into a masterclass in momentum. In this conversation, she reveals the exact mindset, habi...

Clear Cooperation: What Agents Need to Know (Pros, Cons & Real Talk) 🏡📢 In this episode of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent , hosts Meredith Fogle , Alicia Soekawa , and Deborah Morton dive into one of the most talked-about policies in the industry today: Clear Cooperation . Whether you’re for it, against it, or just trying to make sense of it, we break down what Clear Cooperation reall...

Bittersweet Wins: Celebrating Momentum & Saying Goodbye to Ellie 🎉💼🎓 In this heartfelt and high-impact episode of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent , we’re celebrating major wins and milestone moments with our rising stars from New Agent Chronicles . 🎉 Tina is on fire —racking up impressive wins and showing exactly what’s possible when you lean into momentum and stay committed to growt...

Success in real estate isn’t instant —it’s a climb . The road to becoming a top-producing agent is filled with setbacks, challenges, and moments of doubt —but those struggles often hold the biggest lessons and greatest opportunities for growth. In this episode of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent , we’re diving into the real journey to success —the hard work, the failures, and the breakthrough...

Success loves speed—and in this high-energy episode of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent , we’re celebrating BIG wins and unpacking the strategies driving serious momentum for our rising agents. Whether you're a new agent or looking to reignite your business, this episode offers a powerful dose of motivation, real-world tactics, and proof that success can happen fast —with the right focus...

Are you waiting for the perfect moment to start generating leads, making calls, or putting yourself out there? Spoiler alert: That moment doesn’t exist. In this episode of So You Want to Be a Real Estate Agent , we’re tackling the #1 success killer for agents —getting stuck in “preparation mode” instead of taking action. If you’ve ever found yourself endlessly researching, organizing, or waiting u...

Looking for real-world strategies to fast-track your real estate success? In this episode of New Agent Chronicles , we’re pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to start strong in real estate! Join us as Ellie and Tina —two rising agents—share their biggest wins , the lessons they’ve learned, and the game-changing strategies that are helping them gain momentum fast. 🔑 What You’ll Learn...

Today, Zillow Flex team leader, Deborah Morton, shares her best practices for leveraging online and paid leads. Her impressive conversion numbers are the result of a success formula she'll share with you and you can plug in to your business to increase your success with online and paid leads. Plus, the group shares secrets to success, tips for nurturing leads not yet ready to transact, and he...

This brand-new limited series follows new agents, Tina and Ellie, on their journey as they embark on their real estate careers. Today Tina and Ellie share exactly what they focus on every day to ensure success and they bring you inside their early wins and losses. You'll get lots of nuggets of gold in today's episode! So you want to be a real estate agent?  Learn how to decide whether re...

Meredith, Alicia, and Deborah discuss a hot topic everyone wants to know more about - how to gain and grow your Youtube audience. In today's episode, the group discusses tips for an effective Youtube channel, when Youtube is or isn't right for you, do's and don't's and how to be sure your channel is attracting the right audience. So you want to be a real estate agent?  Lea...

This brand-new limited series follows new agents, Tina and Ellie, in their journey as they embark on their real estate careers. Today you'll meet Tina and Ellie, learn what they are doing to launch into quick success, the biggest lessons they've learned so far, and the number one thing they wish they'd known when they started in real estate. Plus, they'll share their goals and...

Did you know that failure to ask for the business (go for the close) is one of the top three reasons agents don't win more business? In this episode, we explore this issue, discuss strategies for overcoming the fear of closing, and give you tips and scripts you can start using today to improve your conversion and get more productive! So you want to be a real estate agent?  Learn how to decide...