The #REALTYHACK Podcast

How are top agents still growing while others blame the market? In this presentation, Byron Lazine, co founder of BAM and team leader of The One Team at William Raveis, shares the listing strategies, pricing conversations, and business plays agents can use right now to create more opportunities and build long term market share. Byron breaks down why market conditions are not the deciding factor in...

What do you do when a listing sits, expires, or never gets the offer your seller wants? In this Realty Hack panel, agents break down real-world strategies for navigating today's market, where pricing gaps, shifting comps, and seller expectations are creating more expired and withdrawn listings than many agents are used to. You'll learn how top agents are reframing the conversation before a listing...

What happens when AI becomes more than a chatbot and starts acting like an assistant inside your real estate business? In this episode of Realty Hack, Ryan sits down with Louis, founder and CEO of HouseWhisper and former Zillow product executive, for a deep conversation on where AI is taking real estate next. They get into how AI assistants can help agents stay on top of follow up, automate CRM ta...

Most agents think they need years in the business, a big network, and the perfect plan before they can win. This panel proves that's not true. At the Realty Hack Summit, three newer agents break down how they built momentum fast, found their niche, and created real opportunities without waiting for experience or permission. Reganne Queen leaned into her military community and built trust that scal...

Divorce transactions are some of the most complicated deals a real estate agent will ever handle, and most agents are not prepared for what actually happens behind the scenes. In this conversation with a seasoned divorce attorney, we break down how selling a house during a divorce really works, where agents get into trouble, and how to protect yourself while still getting the deal done. You will l...

How do real estate agents actually generate leads from YouTube?   In this Realty Hack Summit panel, top Austin agents break down how they use long-form YouTube videos to attract clients, generate inbound calls, and convert viewers into signed contracts.   If you're a real estate agent trying to figure out YouTube marketing, this session covers what actually works right now. From targeting the righ...

This panel from the Realty Hack Summit cuts through the noise. Industry operators break down exactly how AI is being deployed inside real estate companies right now — from marketing and content creation to compliance, transaction management, and workflow automation. Moderated by Kelea Youngblood of Unlock MLS, the panel features Jay Tsao of Pivo Inc, Ryan Rodenbeck, CEO of Spyglass Realty, and Dev...

Real Estate Social Media Marketing | Build 100K+ Followers | Video Content Strategy Discover the exact social media strategies real estate professionals use to build massive followings and convert video content into actual business. Roland Osage and Matt Petullo reveal how they built six-figure social followings from zero and turned short-form video into consistent lead generation.

If the 2025 Austin real estate market has felt unpredictable, you're not alone. In this episode, I sat down with Mike Frost of the Landy Frost Group to break down what's really happening in the Austin housing market, why his team is on pace for its best year since 2021, and what top agents are doing differently in a shifting market. We unpack the gap between seller expectations and real pricing da...

The real estate industry is shifting faster than ever. Compass acquiring Anywhere, the rise of AI-powered brokerages, and rapid consolidation are reshaping how agents compete, operate, and grow. In this episode, I sat down with Jack Miller, CEO of T3 Sixty, to break down what these moves actually mean for agents on the ground. Jack brings two decades of experience inside the country's largest brok...

Most agents stop at the home sale—but your next commission could be in your client's business. In this episode, I talked with Travis Helmig of Biz Broker Plus about how to spot and refer business sales when clients are buying, selling, or relocating companies. You'll hear real examples, how the process works, and why a single extra question in a listing appointment can translate into serious incom...

Short-term rentals are getting tougher—oversupply, shrinking lead times, and new platform fees are squeezing hosts everywhere. But there's another path. In this episode of the Realty Hack Podcast, I sat down with Amanda Williams (Amanda the Traveling Realtor) to dive into the mid-term rental model—a hybrid strategy blending short-term and corporate stays that can mean fewer headaches and higher pr...

Thinking about farming as a real estate agent? In this episode of the Realty Hack Podcast, I sat down with Steve Robertson, a top-producing Austin agent who has mastered the art of neighborhood farming. Steve shared the exact system he's used for more than a decade to dominate his farm and consistently generate six-figure months with a simple, repeatable process. He explains how to choose the righ...

Fraudsters are getting smarter—and they're targeting YOUR listings. Seller impersonation scams, title fraud, and wire fraud are on the rise, and if you're not looking for the right red flags, you could be next. I had Victoria Feather from Capital Title on the show to break down exactly how these scams work, why vacant land and unoccupied properties are the biggest targets, and how you can protect...

I sat down with real estate legend Chad Goldwasser—who went from bartending at Trudy's to building the #1 real estate team in the world at Keller Williams. Chad shared the raw, unfiltered truth about what it really takes to succeed in real estate: relentless systems, daily affirmations, mentorship, and failing forward. You'll hear about his first mobile home listing, the moment a $17K investment i...

Can you really scale a real estate business with YouTube—without spending a fortune on ads? In this episode, I sit down with Jeremy Knight, broker with Real and one of the most respected real estate YouTubers in the game. We dig into how he went from managing Costco sales teams to running a high-volume business fueled almost entirely by organic video content. Jeremy breaks down the mindset shift t...

Ricardo Bueno has quietly been one of the most influential figures in real estate events over the last decade. From his early days blogging about mortgage rates to building hyperlocal websites, to leading Follow Up Boss into becoming a brand powerhouse (culminating in a $500M acquisition by Zillow), Ricardo has been behind some of the most impactful real estate conferences in the country. In this...

I've said it before—agents who ignore AI are going to get left behind. While in Cabo with our top producers, I sat down with my friend Tiffani Marroquin, an AI consultant who's been in the real estate game since 2007. She's now helping agents and brokerages become more efficient by using AI the right way—without getting overwhelmed by shiny objects or wasting money on tools they don't need. In thi...

If you're stuck in the cycle of being "busy" but not productive, this video is your reset button. In this no-nonsense session, you'll learn how to cut through distractions, focus on income-producing activities, and finally take control of your time. Discover the mindset, structure, and systems top agents use to stay consistent, book more appointments, and grow their business—no fluff, just strateg...

Kofi Nartey is more than just a luxury real estate agent—he's a former pro athlete, actor, and one of the most respected names in sports and entertainment real estate. In this episode, Kofi breaks down his journey from HOA president to executive director of REAL's luxury division, sharing how he built his niche working with high-profile clients in LA, Las Vegas, and beyond. It's not about flash. I...

After nearly a decade of running Spyglass Realty as an independent brokerage, I made a move I never thought I'd make and made the decision to join Real Broker. In this episode, I sit down with two close friends and powerhouse industry leaders, Amy Youngren and Joe Herrera, to talk about our journeys, what led us to Real, and what makes this model different from anything we've seen before. We get r...

The construction industry is changing fast — and this panel proves it. In this discussion, we dive into the future of homebuilding with two of the most innovative minds in the space: Graham Wakin, COO of ICON (creators of 3D-printed homes), and Don Fry, founder of Brody Builders (pioneers in modular and factory-built housing). Hosted in Austin, this panel explores how ICON's 3D-printed homes and B...

What does it take to become a top-performing real estate entrepreneur? In this exclusive panel hosted by John McCarthy, Sales Director at Spyglass Realty, we hear the powerful stories of two real estate heavyweights—Tim Heyl, Founder & CEO of Homeward, and Gary Ashton, leader of the #1 RE/MAX team in the world. Tim shares his rise from cold-calling homes in Austin at 21 to building Homeward, a pro...

Eric Simon, also known as The Broke Agent, went from struggling as a real estate agent to building one of the biggest media brands in the industry. In this episode, he shares how he grew his audience, the mistakes agents make on social media, and the strategies that helped him turn content into a business. We cover: •The origins of The Broke Agent •Social media strategies for real estate agents •C...

The real estate industry is shifting fast in the wake of the NAR settlement, and if you're not adapting, you're falling behind. In this panel from the Realty Hack Summit, we sat down with top-producing agents Grace Folias (Modern Approach Realtors, NY & FL) and Wade Giles (The Giles Group, Austin) to break down exactly how these changes are playing out in different markets. This industry shift pre...