The All Things Real Estate Podcast with Chris McAllister

In today’s competitive housing market, finding the right home is only half the battle — winning it is where strategy matters most. In this episode of the All Things Real Estate Podcast, Chris McAllister and Laci LeBlanc break down the real-world tactics buyers can use to compete smarter in bidding wars without simply throwing more money at the problem. From escalation clauses and appraisal gap cov...

Most homeowners believe spring is the only “right” time to sell — but that assumption may be costing you time, money, and leverage. In this episode of the All Things Real Estate Podcast , host Laci LeBlanc sits down with Priscilla McNamee , Director of Sales at ROOST Real Estate Co., to break down why winter can actually be one of the strongest seasons to list and sell a home — even in Ohio and th...

In this annual State of the Union–style episode, ROOST Founder & CEO Chris McAllister reflects on a pivotal year of rebuilding, professionalization, and strategic positioning—and lays out a clear, grounded vision for 2026 and beyond. Joined by ROOST’s Marketing Director and longtime podcast partner Laci LeBlanc , Chris breaks down what actually moved the needle in 2025—not buzzwords, not vanit...

Selling a home isn’t just putting a sign in the yard and waiting. In this episode of All Things Real Estate , Chris McAllister and Laci LeBlanc break down what a professional listing agent actually does—step by step—and what you’ll need to take on if you decide to sell on your own. You’ll learn how to think like the CEO of your home sale (not a homeowner), why emotions can quietly sabotage pricing...

Welcome back to the All Things Real Estate Podcast , with Chris McAllister. Today we’re talking about one of the biggest and most exciting transitions a homeowner can make: moving from your current home into your next home. We call this episode My Next ROOST , because for many of us, there comes a time when the house we’re in just doesn’t fit our lives anymore. Maybe your family is growing. Maybe...

In this episode of The All-Things Real Estate Podcast , Chris McAllister and Priscilla McNamee break down the entire process for first-time homebuyers, focusing on ROOST Real Estate Co.'s My First ROOST™ program. Designed to guide first-time buyers through each step with clarity and confidence, this episode covers everything from getting pre-approved for a mortgage to navigating inspections a...

In this episode, Chris, Laci, and Priscilla walk home sellers through what to expect during their first meeting with a real estate listing professional.  Whether you're selling with ROOST or interviewing other agents, this episode outlines the questions to ask, how to set expectations, and what a truly professional listing experience should look like.  Using the Sell with ROOST brochure as a...

In this episode of the All Things Real Estate Podcast , host Chris McAllister is joined by co-host Laci LeBlanc and special guest, top-producing listing agent Priscilla McNamee . They dive deep into the National Association of Realtors (NAR) lawsuit settlement , breaking down exactly what it means for home sellers and how it’s reshaping the real estate industry. This episode covers: Why the NAR se...

Join Chris McAllister and Laci Leblanc for a special episode of The All Things Real Estate Podcast , where they reflect on the wins of 2024 and share their vision for 2025. In this “State of the Union” update, Chris discusses key initiatives that shaped the past year, including the launch of the ROOST Investment Gateway, advancements in property management, and the ongoing evolution of the real es...

In this episode of the All Things Real Estate Podcast , hosts Chris McAllister and Laci LeBlanc walk homebuyers through their first meeting with a real estate agent. Whether you’re buying your first home or your tenth, this conversation offers invaluable insights into how to establish a successful partnership with your agent. From discussing your goals and timeline to understanding contingencies,...

In the inaugural episode of the All Things Real Estate Podcast , hosts Chris McAllister and Laci LeBlanc dive into the latest changes impacting the real estate market. With the recent National Association of Realtors (NAR) lawsuit settlement shaking up the industry, Chris and Laci explain how these changes affect buyers, sellers, and agents alike. They break down what the new commission transparen...