The Handsome Homebuyer Podcast

Referrals don't come from transactions. They come from how people feel about dealing with you. In Episode 287, Kristin joins Charles for a candid conversation about leadership, culture, and what separates businesses that grow through word of mouth from ones that don't. If you are building something worth talking about, this episode is for you. New episodes every week. Follow the show so yo...

At 32, Eric Boorum was still running delivery routes out of a restaurant. What nobody saw was that every drive, 20 minutes, sometimes 40 on a long route, he was on the phone the entire time, negotiating and handling real estate deals from the front seat. He built an entire career inside the dead time everyone else ignored, until he could finally step away from the job for good. In this episode, Er...

Most people design their home to impress everyone else. Jaclyn Marie stopped doing that, and that's exactly when her work got better. In episode #285 of The Handsome Podcast, Charles sits down with interior designer Jaclyn Marie to talk about the design trends that actually sell a house, not the ones that just photograph well. They get into which choices move buyers and add real value, which t...

Most artists hit a ceiling when the business starts pulling them away from their craft. In Episode 284, Nico Negron shares what it takes to grow beyond that point. As one of Long Island’s top tattoo artists, he’s built his reputation through skill and consistency. But as he opens a new shop, he’s making a shift bringing in the right people to handle operations so he and his team can stay focused o...

What does it actually take to become a top-performing real estate agent in today’s market? In Episode 283 of the Handsome Homebuyer Podcast, Charles sits down with Leah Tozer, Associate Real Estate Broker at Sotheby’s International Realty in Long Beach, NY. Leah ranked #1 in units, listings, and production in her office in 2025, and #4 companywide. They break down how she built her presence, what...

In this episode, Charles sits down with Mike Maxwell — better known as Russian Mic — for a conversation that goes far beyond business. Mike’s journey is anything but typical. From working in construction to owning multiple businesses — including gyms and even ice cream shops — he’s lived through the ups, downs, and everything in between. This is a story built on real experience, hard lessons, and...

Most agents think owning one town limits them. Lisa Strazzeri built her entire career proving otherwise. In episode #281, Lisa — who has become the go-to name in Massapequa real estate — breaks down why mixing your personal life with your business isn't a liability, it's a strategy. Her friends, her family, and her community became the foundation of a referral network that expanded well be...

Episode 280 of The Handsome Podcast features a conversation with Manjit Singh, Esq.—a respected community leader, investor, mentor, and hard money lender here on Long Island. In this episode, Charles and Manjit go beyond real estate transactions and dive into the mindset behind success. They discuss family, raising kids, discipline, and how personal values shape business decisions. This is a conve...

In this episode, I sit down with Bill Schwegler, a leading mortgage professional and team leader behind Team Schwegler on Long Island. With years of experience helping buyers navigate the home loan process, Bill brings deep insight into mortgages, real estate, and the mindset required to scale a business.

In this episode, we sit down with Seth Levy of Signature Premier Properties, a respected Long Island real estate leader known for building one of the top teams on the South Shore. As a Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker and Team Leader, Seth has created a structure that prioritizes performance, accountability, and consistent results. We discuss how he transitioned from solo agent to team builde...

In this episode, we sit down with Jose Padro of Signature Premier Properties, a dedicated Long Island real estate professional known for his positive mindset, strong negotiation skills, and commitment to delivering results. As the team leader of The Padro Team, Jose brings energy, professionalism, and integrity to every transaction. Whether working with buyers searching for the right home or selle...

Evelyn Rivera is the exclusive rental agent for all Handsome Homebuyer's rental properties as well as all properties within Handsome Asset Solutions. Sell your house, land or commercial property on: https://handsomehomebuyer.com/ Follow us on:TikTok:   / handsome_homebuyer   Twitter:   / handsome_hb   Instagram:   / handsome_homebuyer   Pinterest:   / handsome_homebuyer   Linkedin: www.linkedi...

I've known for Leo Mejia for over a decade and he's my go to construction expert. Now he runs his own business after we spent 8+ years of fixing and flipping houses together. #FixandFlip #ConstructionSell your house, land or commercial property on: https://handsomehomebuyer.com/ Follow us on:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@handsome_homebuyerTwitter: https://twitter.com/handsome_hbInstagram...

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After 6 years Walter Greene makes his triumphant return to the Handsome Podcast. If you’re not investing in real estate you’re doing it wrong. #RealEstate #Podcast Sell your house, land or commercial property on: https://handsomehomebuyer.com/ Follow us on:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@handsome_homebuyerTwitter: https://twitter.com/handsome_hbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/handsome_homebuy...

The dream team and husband and wife duo, Ricky and Nikki Cappiello, chat about how they met, their life together, and how they started Ricky & Nikki Homes just 3 short years ago. #RealEstate #PodcastSell your house, land or commercial property on: https://handsomehomebuyer.com/ Follow us on:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@handsome_homebuyerTwitter: https://twitter.com/handsome_hbInstagram: htt...

Kevin Collins and Michelle Bergin, the dynamic duo behind Kevin Collins Real Estate, discuss how to maintain a work life balance. PSA it's nearly impossible. Bergin and Collins talk about how they started working together and what happens when they go up against each other on the buyer/seller side. Sell your house, land or commercial property on: https://handsomehomebuyer.com/ Follow us on:TikTok:...

On the latest installment of the HHB Podcast we have guest Anthony Perrotta. We discuss the housing market, if a future crash is expected, the continued rising cost of Long Island real estate, and the power of giving people more than they expect with inspiration from "Unreasonable Hospitality," by Will Guidara. Sell your house, land or commercial property on: https://handsomehomebuyer.co...

Kunal Sewani talks about his 4 years in the Long Island real estate world and how he made it into the Diamond Circle of Excellence at Signature Premier. Who needs a CRM when you have your notes app? #RealEstate #LongIsland #LongIslandRealtor #Overthinking #FixAndFlip #realestateinvesting Sell your house, land or commercial property on: https://handsomehomebuyer.com/ Follow us on:TikTok: https://ww...

Mike McLean, your Neighborhood Realtor, talks about getting out of your head and into the office, stopping overthinking, and how he managed to do over 50 deals last year in the slowest year for realtors in the last 3 decades. #RealEstate #LongIsland #LongIslandRealtor #Overthinking #FixAndFlip #RealEstateInvestingSell your house, land or commercial property on: https://handsomehomebuyer.com/ Follo...

Justin Pane discusses deeds, real estate litigation, foreclosure law, and going to law school in your 30s in this week's podcast. #RealEstate #Litigation #Lawyer #RealEstateLawyer #LongIsland Sell your house, land or commercial property on: https://handsomehomebuyer.com/ Follow us on:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@handsome_homebuyerTwitter: https://twitter.com/handsome_hbInstagram: https://ww...

Eric Braun, the rising star in the mortgage world, wants to remove average from the real estate industry. #Mortgage #RealEstate #DefeatAverage #LoanOfficer Sell your house, land or commercial property on: https://handsomehomebuyer.com/ Follow us on:TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@handsome_homebuyerTwitter: https://twitter.com/handsome_hbInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/handsome_homebuyer/Pinte...

Join Charles as he sits down with Gil Flores, a powerhouse real estate agent with 22 years of experience and over 500 homes sold! Gil shares his incredible journey, insights on building a sustainable real estate business, and his recent move to Real Brokerage. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 03:45 - Gil's Journey in Real Estate 08:30 - Moving to Real Brokerage 15:20 - Building a Successful Re...