The Real Estate Sessions

This week, Joe is presented with an ethical dilemma. You notice something in your groceries that you didn’t pay for. What do you do? There are a couple more twists you will hear on the episode. Enjoy!

Another Real Estate Sessions Rewind as I continue my Holiday break. Will wonders never cease? Will Joe ever fail to rant about any question? This week, a national speaker, Sean Carpenter, gets the Rand Treatment and his question answered on Episode 11 of Randing and Raving. Remember, you can all in at 480 270-4590 and leave a question on any topic for Joe. Real Estate or non-Real Estate questions...

This week, when are you furthering the conversation and when are you a one-upper? Joe shares his thoughts on this dilemma.

  THE REAL ESTATE SESSIONS PODCAST Episode 303:   Host: BILL RISSER Guest: JAY THOMPSON In this episode,  Jay Thompson, my guest, was the first guest to be interviewed at the beginning of the podcast in 2015.  Jay is a "retired" Real Estate agent and broker currently based in Texas. In this episode, I sit with Jay as we reminisce on some points from the first episode of the podcast, discuss highli...

Episode Summary: Meet today's guest,  Nate Joens , Co-Founder of " Structurely ," a technology company that builds AI based out of Ames, Iowa. Nate also grew up in Des Moines, Iowa. In this episode, I sit with Nate, discussing how to use AI in Real Estate, benefits and particular areas of functionality, and future expectations for AI in Real Estate. Top Takeaways: "As much as I might say email is...

Episode Summary: Meet our guest on this episode,  Shelley Zavitz , previously interviewed on the podcast in 2019. Shelly is Canadian by birth but currently based in Portland, Oregon, U.S.A. In the episode, I sit with Shelly as we reflect on the changes and growth since our last interview and discuss the different projects she has created to meet significant needs common to Real Estate agents, espe...

Episode Summary: I am introducing today's guest,  Gary Ashton , the Founder of the  Ashton Real Estate Group of RE/MAX Advantage , the number one RE/MAX team in the world, based out of Nashville, Tennessee. In this episode, I sit with Gary, born and raised in Yorkshire, the North-Eastern part of England. He delves deep into his journey before and through Real Estate, alongside memorable lessons le...

Episode Summary: Guest: NATALIA KARAYANEVA Episode Summary: Meet our guest in this episode,  Natalia Karayaneva , CEO of Propy  and serial entrepreneur born and raised in Russia. In this episode, I sit with Natalia as she explains key concepts about Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, NFTs, and smart contracts, paving future trends and developments in the real estate processes. Top Takeaways:&nb...

Episode Summary: I am thrilled to introduce today's guest,  Alex Montalenti , the Co-Founder and CRO of  Real Grader , a tool that helps agents with their social presence online. In this episode, I sit with Alex, a native of Long Island, and he emphasizes the importance and roles of having a substantial online social presence in Real Estate today. He also shares different modalities to achieve thi...

Episode Summary: We are introducing our guest for this episode,  Kosha Brown , the Director of Business Development,   BoxBrownie.com . She is based in the San Francisco Bay area. Kosha grew up in Northern Arizona, Flagstaff area. She shares insights on new developments in the Real Estate tech space that agents and brokers need to take advantage of to meet clients' needs more effectively. Top Take...

A first for The Real Estate Sessions, our guest specializes in short-term vacation rentals. This interesting strategy is where our guest found the niche that she has made into a very successful investing business. Avery Carl is the CEO and Founder of the Short Term Shop facilitating in helping investors own and operate their own short-term vacation rentals.   In this episode, Avery shares how...

Episode Summary: Our guest today is a Chief Referral Ninja Master, who helps others grow their business using referrals. Joining us is Stacey Brown Randall, a coaching consultant, award-winning author, and speaker. Stacey is the podcast host of Roadmap to Grow Your Business, a podcast offering more insights into growing your business through referral. In this episode, join Stacey and me to learn n...

THE REAL ESTATE SESSIONS PODCAST Episode 295:   Host: BILL RISSER Guest: WENDY POLLACK Episode Summary: Meet today's guest  Wendy Pollack , a realtor and a Professional Development Specialist at  Real Living Cypress Realty  in Fort Myers, Florida. In this episode, I sit with Wendy, who grew up in Long Island, New York, and is currently based in Fort Myers, Lee County, Florida. She talks about her...

THE REAL ESTATE SESSIONS PODCAST Episode 294:   Host: BILL RISSER Guest: FLORIN PATRASCOIU Episode Summary: Our guest this week is  Florin Patrascoiu , the broker/owner of  RE/MAX Premier .  He is based in Wesley Chapel, northeast of Tampa, Florida. In this episode, I sit with Florin, a Romanian by birth and American by choice, as he talks about his journey from Romania into real estate in America...

Resources Mentioned: Episode Summary: Meet today's guest,  J. Philip Faranda , the founder and broker of  J. Philip Real Estate  based in Westchester County. In this episode, I sit with Phil, who is based in the suburbs north of Manhattan, and he shares his unique insight on the real estate industry and describes his impactful experience working so far. Top Takeaways: "The hospitality industry is...

THE REAL ESTATE SESSIONS PODCAST Episode 292:   Host: BILL RISSER Guest: JERRY VALENTINE Episode Summary: Meet our guest,   Jerry Valentine , the founder of the  Renter Mentor Organization  and is currently based in Columbus, Ohio. In this episode, I sit with Jerry, born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio. He discusses his work in the nonprofit space and the experiences that led him into the affordabl...

THE REAL ESTATE SESSIONS PODCAST Episode 291:   Host: BILL RISSER Guest: Dr. BRAD O'CONNOR Episode Summary   Meet our guest in this episode,  Dr. Brad O'Connor , Chief Economist at the Florida Association of Realtors, currently based in Orlando, Florida. Live at the Florida Realtors Convention 2021  at the REBarCamp in Orlando, I sit with Brad, who grew up in Dayton, Ohio, and he expounds dee...

Our guest for Episode 250 is one of the most influential real estate experts in the industry today. Joining us is Stefan Swanepoel, an American business executive, author, and C.E.O. and chairman of T3 Sixty. Stefan is a strong player in the real estate industry with skills surrounding the industry's analytical side, business planning, and trend analysis.   In this episode, join Stefan and me...

Episode Summary: Meet our guest for this episode,  Jim Walberg , born in southern California and is currently based in San Francisco. In this episode, I sit with Jim, and he shares his journey into Real Estate, up to date working with the  Bay Area Team with Pacific Union - Christie's International Real Estate .  He emphasizes the importance of relationships in Real Estate today and the transition...

THE REAL ESTATE SESSIONS PODCAST Episode 89:   Host: BILL RISSER Guest: KENDYL YOUNG Episode Summary: Meet today's guest,  Kendyl Young , the owner/broker of  Diggs ,  based out of Glendale, California. In this episode, I sit with Kendyl, born and raised in Los Angeles, California, as she shares insights from the history behind her Real Estate brand and discusses major flaws with current general p...

In the last episode before a quick summer break, Joe handles Ryan Bokros' question regarding the ability to be successful as a part-time agent. Of course, Joe has something to say about Ryan's favorite team, the Cheatin' Astros  Enjoy!

Episode Summary: Introducing today's guest,  Matt Beall , born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.A, currently residing in Kauai Island, Hawaii. I sit with Matt, the CEO and Principal Broker of  Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokerage , in this episode. Matt discusses Real Estate in Hawaii generally and life before he moved into the Real Estate business. Top Takeaways:  "Work-life balanc...

This week, the question for Joe is industry-related and it's from an industry professional north of the border! Listen in for our first Canadian call!!

Episode Summary: Meet today's guest,  Lauren Walker , Senior Director of Account Strategy at  Inman , currently based in Durham, North Carolina. In this episode, I sit with Lauren, raised in the western suburbs of Chicago, already with a passion for writing while growing up. She talks about her work as a copywriter and content creator. Top Takeaways:  "Even though an individual agent will join a b...

Joe tackles the question of all questions - Would you rather fight a horse-sized duck or 100 duck-sized horses? Which way will he go? Listen in to find out. Thanks, Kristi Kinnelly for the great question!