The 'Gripe Session'

Send us Fan Mail GSP # 29 - Former NY Met Pitcher Nelson Figueroa drops by the podcast. Nelson talks about his career, how sports fans are coping with the Coronvirus pandemic, and also discuss his new podcast, Amazin but true! ************************** Connect with George on : Facebook Instagram TikTok Website or email him at: george@searchstatenisland.com

Send us Fan Mail On this edition of the Gripe Session, Former NY Met Todd Pratt drops into the Gripe Session. Todd and George discuss baseball, Todd's greatest moments in baseball & Mets Fantasy Camp (where they met).  There's also some good natured ribbing too.... :-) Please Subscribe, Rate & Review! ************************** Connect with George on : Facebook Instagram TikTok W...

Send us Fan Mail On this Episode of the Gripe Session Podcast, Former NY Met Lenny 'All Time' Harris joins the Gripe Session and talks baseball.  Baseball's All Time Pinch Hit Leader discusses how he remained ready at all times to become a MLB Record Holder & much more. Please Subscribe, Rate & Review this Episode! ************************** Connect with George on : Facebook...

Send us Fan Mail On Episode 26 of the Gripe Session podcast, George discusses some options for agents that have to work remotely because of the restrictions due to the Coronvirus Pandemic on some things that they can work on while at home. George discusses a few things that he is going to be working on and suggests a few more for newer agents in the business.  As always, we are always willing to a...

Send us Fan Mail On Episode 25, Mike Mullaly joins the podcast to discuss his journey in fitness and how he got motivated to 'get in shape'. Mike is a veteran, registered operating room nurse and a Team Beachbody coach in his spare time.  He is married and the dad to 3 teens (hence his Tik Tok series, #Dadof3Teens).  Mike also discusses meeting the legendary Tony Horton and getting to fi...

Send us Fan Mail In today's episode of the Gripe Session Podcast, your host George S. Wonica discusses why many agents today are unknowingly pushing consumers to try selling their homes on their own. .....and it's not the reason you might think. Please follow me on the social networks: Instagram - @GripeSessionPodcast Facebook - GripeSessionPodcast And on my YouTube Channel: searchstaten...

Send us Fan Mail Part 2 of the 'ShitShow' Episode is here and we are tackling a bunch of topics in this one... Rick Gonzalez from eXp Realty joins again and we discuss Realtor Associations and the future of them.  We also delve into the politics of these associations as well.  If you have some questions for the next Episode of the 'ShitShow', feel free to email Rick @ RickGonza...

Send us Fan Mail GSP # 22 - The 'ShitShow' has arrived!! - Part 1 For a number of months, I've been talked with my friend Rick Gonzalez (eXp Realty) down in Florida about doing a podcast of sorts where there is no format, no notes, no nothing.  Just two real estate agents sitting down and 'shooting the 'shit'', so to speak.  And just like that.....the 'Shits...

Send us Fan Mail In this Episode of the #GripeSessionPodcast, George discusses a lot of what he's been seeing on his social media platforms lately....alot of fake stuff. Some people may talk about #FakeNews, but this podcast gets down to the root of the issue and while it may seem this a regurgitation of a previous episode, it gets a little deeper than that.  Please Subscribe to the podcast a...

Send us Fan Mail Facebook Ads. There's been a lot of talk about them. How do you do them? How do you run them? How are the leads? In this Episode, your host, George S. Wonica, discusses how targeting works and also why agents should just ask how to do them as opposed to clicking on the link of the ad (Here's a tip - Clicking on the link doesn't tell you how it was done) ....Just ask...

Send us Fan Mail There is a right way and a wrong way to do social media and on today's Gripe Session Podcast, George discuss a few mistakes that ALOT of professionals are making today. George discusses the roots of social media and how and why it was developed. Please connect with us on our social media platforms: Instagram - @GripeSessionPodcast & @George_S_Wonica Facebook - @GripeSessi...

Send us Fan Mail So a few days ago, one of my friends Dustin Brohm, spoke on his podcast (Massive Agent Podcast) about Designations and that its one of the silly things to do away with in the upcoming decade. Being an agent with multiple designations, I obviously have a slightly different opinion on this episode. Today's podcast gives my 'retort' and it might not be entirely what yo...

Send us Fan Mail On today's edition of the Gripe Session, George addresses appraisal issues in the industry today and why agents should become more informed as to the guidelines of appraisals.  He also discusses the best way to deal with values, as well as what to do about that 'bad comp' that you don't want the appraiser to see. Please subscribe, rate and review! *************...

Send us Fan Mail On today's edition of the Gripe Session podcast, your host George S. Wonica discusses discipline and accountability.  We all want to set different goals and achieve them (especially this time of year), and George discusses what his tips are and how hard it is.  ************************** Connect with George on : Facebook Instagram TikTok Website or email him at: george@search...

Send us Fan Mail National Association of REALTORS Chief Advocacy Officer & Senior Vice President, Bill Malkasian drops by the Gripe Session and discusses what he does and how he works in Washington, DC.  In this capacity, Bill Malkasian directs a team of lobbyists, legislative and regulatory policy analysts. Additionally, he directs the political operations of NAR consisting of the REALTORS® P...

Send us Fan Mail Jason Frazier, member of 'Shred Media', drops by the #GripeSession and discusses the industry and markets and why you need to get moving if you want to stay in the business.  So much knowledge was dropped on this episode, but you can also get more info from Jason on the following platforms: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jcfrazier Instagram:  LinkedIn:  *************...

Send us Fan Mail It's been awhile but we're back!!! This Episode of the #GripeSessionPodcast discusses how to pay down your mortgage before the maturity date (last payment).  Many people talk about wanting to get out of debt and not worry about bills. Here is a sure fire way to do that.  Please check out my Instagram page - @GripeSession, Facebook Page - @GripeSessionPodcast and my Youtu...

Send us Fan Mail Sal Criscuolo - the Mortgage Expert visit the #GripeSession to discuss social media marketing, videos and a bunch of other things. Sal Criscuolo has been a mortgage professional in almost every capacity for over 20 years.  Sal has published three books titled 'Sale of Self - Volumes 1-3'. His latest book Paying Back Dad has been touted as a New York Times 'Best Sell...

Send us Fan Mail GS # 11 - The 'Godfather' is in the house - Neil Mathweg, Host of the Agent Rise Podcast (previously known as the Onion Juice Podcast) joins your host to discuss agent coaching, his passions, and even a 'Gripe'!! Known by a number of people as the 'Godfather of the Snappack', Neil is an accomplished coach, podcaster, REALTOR, etc... ******************...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, George discuss some of the aspects of investing in real estate.  He discusses 'flipping' homes and the effect 'reality TV' has had on the market and expectations.  He also talks about rental property and some of his own experiences regarding rentals.  ************************** Connect with George on : Facebook Instagram TikTok Website or email...

Send us Fan Mail My friend, Rick A. Gonzalez AKA Ricky G, visits and we discuss new agents (and established agents) and how to become successful in the real estate business.  We also talk about what agents should be looking for in a broker/company. Make sure you check out Ricky's podcast, Modern Agent Podcast. Please rate, review and subscribe!! Check out Rick's podcast - The Modern Agen...

Send us Fan Mail Alot is made about Foreclosures in Real Estate.  There is alot of misinformation that is also given to people. In this episode, we tackle some of that 'mis-information' and try to help agents and buyers alike.  If you have a question about foreclosures on this episode, email me at george@searchstatenisland.com.  You can also follow me on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, &a...

Send us Fan Mail GS # 7 - Facebook Fan Pages.  There's a right way and a wrong way to do promote your business on social media. On this episode, I touch on just that.... ************************** Connect with George on : Facebook Instagram TikTok Website or email him at: george@searchstatenisland.com

Send us Fan Mail Amazon announced last week that they were leaving NYC AFTER months of speculation as to the whereabouts of their new HQ2. NY (somehow) beat out a number of different states (in a competition).  And they still managed to screw it up..... Here's my take on the whole debacle. ************************** Connect with George on : Facebook Instagram TikTok Website or email him at: g...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the 'Gripe Session', I discuss whether Gary Vee lost his mind when he stated in a recent interview that 'Homeownership should not be the American Dream'. Was he nuts ? Or was he just telling a version of the truth....in context? You decide... ************************** Connect with George on : Facebook Instagram TikTok Website or email him at...