The REAL in Real Estate

If you want to build a real estate portfolio but are stuck on income documentation or down payment requirements, DSCR loans and zero-down programs might be exactly what you need. Host Jean Mitchell of Trilogy Real Estate sits down with Ben Shores, a mortgage expert at First Community Credit Union with over 25 years of experience, to break down the financing strategies most buyers and investors nev...

In a high-rate market where traditional financing feels out of reach, seller financing and creative deal structures are opening doors that most buyers and investors don't even know exist. Host Jean Mitchell of Trilogy Real Estate sits down with Chris Prefontaine, a real estate coach and investor with nearly 35 years of experience, to break down his Three Paydays system and why today's market condi...

Breaking through an income plateau in real estate rarely comes down to a better script or a new lead source. Host Jean Mitchell of Trilogy Real Estate sits down with Kevin Yoder, a 25-year real estate sales veteran and mindset coach, to break down why your self-image acts as an internal thermostat that controls exactly how much success you allow yourself to have. What you'll learn: ✔️ Why your sel...

Most real estate investors overlook land -- but national home builders spend millions figuring out exactly where to buy next. Host Jean Mitchell of Trilogy Real Estate sits down with Brandon Cobb of HBG Capital to break down how everyday investors can reverse-engineer those decisions and get into land development before the big builders arrive. What you'll learn: ✔️ How to find land by tracking wh...

VA loans are one of the most underutilized mortgage benefits available to veterans, and outdated myths are largely to blame. Host Jean Mitchell of Trilogy Real Estate sits down with Eric Bernstein, president and co-founder of LendFriend Mortgage, to debunk the most common misconceptions about VA loans and show Texas veterans and their agents how to use this benefit effectively. What you'll learn:...

If you're a Texas homeowner and haven't filed a property tax protest, you're almost certainly overpaying. Host Jean Mitchell of Trilogy Real Estate sits down with Mickey Le, a property tax expert and partner at Ad Valorem Tax Management with 30 years of experience, to walk through everything you need to know before the May 15th deadline -- especially in Harris County. What you'll learn: ✔️ Why you...

Agentic AI is moving beyond chatbots -- and real estate agents who understand the difference are already pulling ahead. Host Jean Mitchell of Trilogy Real Estate sits down with Eric Bramlett, an Austin-based broker at Bramlett Partners and Inman contributor, to break down how agentic AI works and where agents can start using it today. What you'll learn: ✔️ The difference between generative AI and...

Wondering how to protest your property tax assessment in Texas? Every spring, Texas homeowners have the right to challenge their county appraisal district's valuation — and most are overpaying simply because they do not know how. Host Jean Mitchell of Trilogy Real Estate sits down with Mickey Le, a property tax consultant with Ad Valorem Tax Management in Houston, to break down the entire protest...

Real estate transactions come with legal landmines most agents and buyers don't see until it's too late. Host Jean Mitchell of Trilogy Real Estate sits down with Grant Harpold, a partner at Buck Keenan LLP and legal counsel for the Houston Association of Realtors, to break down the legal updates and best practices every Texas agent, buyer, and seller needs to know right now. What you'll learn: ✔️...

Welcome to The REAL in Real Estate Podcast , your go-to show for real estate success. In this episode, host Jean sits down with returning guest Dr. Noah St. John to discuss how real estate professionals can break through their revenue ceilings. Dr. Noah St. John is recognized as the world's leading authority on Neural Performance and the Human-AI Gap. A TEDx speaker and 27-time published author—th...

Hiring the wrong moving company in Texas can turn a stressful day into a costly nightmare. Host Jean Mitchell of Trilogy Real Estate sits down with Gregory Gray, President of Graceful Moves, to walk through exactly how to vet a mover before signing anything -- and what red flags to catch before it's too late. What you'll learn: ✔️ How to spot rogue movers: red flags like refusing to put terms in w...

Building a sustainable real estate career has nothing to do with what you see on HGTV. Host Jean Mitchell of Trilogy Real Estate sits down with Paul Silverman, a seasoned agent at Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty in Houston, to talk about what it actually takes to build a business that lasts -- through relationships, follow-up, and a service-first mindset. What you'll learn: ✔️ Why tre...

Welcome to The REAL in Real Estate Podcast , your go-to show for real estate success. In this solo episode, host Jean Mitchell tackles the paralyzing fear many millennials and first-time buyers face in today’s housing market. With interest rates hovering around 6%, many buyers are sitting on the sidelines waiting for a return to 3%—a wait that Jean argues is costing them thousands in lost equity....

AI isn't replacing real estate agents -- but agents who know how to use it are pulling ahead of those who don't. Host Jean Mitchell of Trilogy Real Estate sits down with Sharon Yeary, a broker with over 24 years of experience and an instructor at Champions Real Estate School, to break down how she uses AI to automate her content, social media, and marketing without losing her authentic voice. What...

Real estate and market investments don't have to be separate strategies. In this episode of The REAL in Real Estate, Jean Mitchell of Trilogy Real Estate sits down with wealth advisors Kamela Scarbeck and Duane Wagner of the Fitzpatrick Group to talk about why getting started matters more than waiting for perfect conditions. What you'll learn: ✔️ Cash Flow vs. Asset Accumulation: Why a modern fina...

Welcome to The REAL in Real Estate Podcast , your go-to show for real estate success. In this insightful episode, host Jean welcomes back mortgage expert Chad Helmcamp from BWC Lending to decode the complex financial landscape facing today's home buyers. Navigating today's market requires more than just hoping for rate drops. With interest rates settling into a "new normal," the era of ultra-low r...

Welcome to The REAL in Real Estate Podcast , your go-to show for real estate success. In this special episode, we are hitting pause on the expert interviews to have a heart-to-heart discussion about one of our absolute favorite topics: Buying Your First Home. First-time buyers bring an excitement that is contagious, but the process can also feel overwhelming. In this episode, the hosts provide a c...

Welcome to The REAL in Real Estate Podcast , your go-to show for real estate success. In this episode, we're tackling the biggest question in the market: with interest rates fluctuating, is it still a good time to buy? The answer might surprise you. Host Jean is joined by expert realtor Jennifer Larson , who breaks down why today's high-inventory "buyer's market" is a golden opportunity. Jennifer...

Welcome to The REAL in Real Estate Podcast , your go-to show for real estate success. In this episode, we are demystifying one of the most critical and often misunderstood topics for agents and clients alike: credit. Whether you're aiming to buy a home or advising someone who is, this conversation will give you the facts to build a powerful financial foundation. Host Jean is joined by credit exper...

If your business has plateaued even though you're working harder than ever, the problem might not be your strategy -- it might be hidden friction. Host Jean Mitchell of Trilogy Real Estate sits down with Dr. Noah St. John, author of 25 best-selling books and coach behind more than $3 billion in client results, to break down why most high achievers are unknowingly driving with the brakes on. What y...

Welcome back to The Real in Real Estate Podcast, your go-to show for real estate success. In this episode, we bridge the crucial gap between real estate and financial planning. If you've ever wondered how to make your property investments work harder for your long-term wealth, this conversation is for you. Host Jean is joined by financial strategist Kamela Scarbeck with the Fitzpatrick Group to di...

Episode Summary: Welcome to The Real in Real Estate Podcast, where we deliver expert advice and real talk for real estate success. In this episode, we demystify the often-intimidating world of mortgages and home financing. If you're planning to buy a home, this conversation will provide the clarity and confidence you need to make smart financial decisions. Host Jean speaks with Dan Monson, a loan...

Episode Summary: Welcome to The REAL in Real Estate Podcast! Are you tired of the real estate hustle culture that demands endless hours for uncertain results? This episode offers a powerful alternative. We explore how to build a massively successful business—without working more than 40 hours a week by focusing on genuine relationships instead of cold leads. Host Jean speaks with Garrett Maroon, a...

Welcome to The REAL in Real Estate Podcast! In a unique and hilarious deviation from our usual format, this episode takes a break from expert analysis to dive into the lighter, more unpredictable side of the business. Get ready for a collection of the funniest and strangest real estate stories you've ever heard. In this special episode, your host takes the mic to share a curated collection of wild...

Welcome to The REAL in Real Estate Podcast, your go-to show for real estate success. In this episode, we tackle one of the biggest challenges for aspiring homeowners: affordability. If you've ever felt that owning a home was out of reach, this conversation will give you a clear roadmap to making your dream a reality. We're joined by LeTisha Grant, a Texas affordable housing specialist who is an ex...