The Real Estate Ripple

In this episode join me, Connie Vavra, your guide through the ever-evolving world of real estate, as we navigate the complexities of how government policies intertwine with our industry. Listen in as I welcome Nora Gruenberg from the Illinois Realtors Government Affairs Program to shed light on the pivotal role of Government Affairs Directors. Nora offers invaluable insights into their advocacy fo...

Join Connie Vavra as she interviews Eddie Ruettiger of the Ruettiger Group about the upcoming Three Rivers Association of REALTORS® Home Expo. This consumer-facing event focuses on homeownership and features vendors, classes, and non-profit organizations dedicated to helping individuals become successful homeowners. With the chance for the first 100 attendees each day to win $10,000 and a wide ran...

Recorded: January 18, 2024   Keepin’ Up With The Currents: Real Estate Real Talk   Season 1, Episode 8: All Things VA.   Summary: In this episode your host, Connie Vavra, interviews Megan Wendtland, Loan Officer and Branch Manager of Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation, NMLS: 1249084, Licensed in: WA, ID, AZ, IL, IN, FL.  They talk about Megan's podcast and all things VA Loans. Topic #1 – I T...

Keepin’ Up With The Currents: Real Estate Real Talk Season 1, Episode 7: What Is Title Insurance with D.J. Johnson of Fidelity National Title. Summary: Join your host, Connie Vavra, as she sits down with D.J. Johnson of Fidelity National Title and unlocks the secrets of title insurance. Discover how a title policy can become your financial shield, guarding against the ghosts of a property's past,...

Recorded: December 28, 2023 Keepin’ Up With The Currents: Real Estate Real Talk Season 1, Episode 6: Interview with Justin McLaughlin, REALTOR® with the JLM Group eXp Realty and President of the Three Rivers Association of REALTORS® Board of Directors. Summary: In this episode your host, Connie Vavra, interviews TRAR Board of Directors President, Justin McLaughlin about the future of TRAR. Topic #...

      December 12, 2023 Keepin’ Up With The Currents: Real Estate Real Talk Season 1, Episode 5: TRAR Leadership Development Program – The history, benefits, and why you should apply this year! Leadership Development Program application link: https://forms.gle/UCY6XJPziv9H8kyp8 Summary: In this episode your host, Connie Vavra, discusses the Three Rivers Association of REALTORS® Leadership Developm...

Podcast Episode 4 The Leadership Journey with Immediate Past President Rhonda Altman.  Host: Connie Vavra, Managing Broker, Domin'are Guest: Rhonda Altman, Assistant Managing Broker, Baird & Warner Plainfield In this episode we have a great and candid conversation with the Immediate Past President of Three Rivers. Hear the challenges that were faced and the dedication and future of the Three R...

Podcast Episode 3 Affiliates at Three Rivers, Who are they? Why be one? Host: Connie Vavra, Managing Broker, Crosstown REALTORS® Guest: Christy Lister - AVP of Mortgage Origination at Merchants and Manufacturers Bank 990 North Essington Rd Joliet IL 60435 https://www.m-mbank.com/   This episode is all about the importance of Affiliates, who they are and why become an Affiliate with Three Rivers. ...

Did you miss Septembers REALTOR® safety month sponsored by the National Association of REALTORS®?    At Three Rivers we believe, everyday should be focused on being safe and staying safe in the real estate industry. Join your host Connie Vavra as she has a candid conversation with Jennifer Viano, Broker/Owner of Town Center Realty and Eddie Ruettiger, Team Lead Ruettiger Group with Baird & War...

100 years in the making! See where the housing market has come from and where we are going! Host: Connie Vavra - Managing Broker, Crosstown REALTORS, Chair Communications and Technology Committee for TRAR Co-Host: Tracy Cox - REALTOR, Baird & Warner, Co-Chair Communications and Technology Committee for TRAR Guests: Nancy Valle - Baird & Warner, REALTOR Molly Babyak - Director of Special Ev...