RETSY

The RETSY Podcast

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Where real estate meets real stories. Whether you’re a seasoned agent, a savvy investor, or just curious about how the industry really works, this podcast pulls back the curtain on the wins, losses, and lessons from inside the world of real estate. Hosted by Chris Morrison and Matthew Morrison of RETSY. RETSY is a tech-forward brokerage redefining the modern agent experience we bring you unfiltered conversations, wild transaction tales, and insights that go beyond the typical market talk.

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The Neighborhood Knows: Shawna Warner and the Power of Reputation 30.07.2025 59:20

This week, Matt and Chris sit down with RETSY founding partner Shawna Warner, the driving force behind The TEAM – headed by Shawna, Lara Broadrick, and Rebecca Clayton-Hoyt – at RETSY and one of the first to invest in RETSY's vision. Shawna shares her path from aerospace marketing in California to new home sales with top-tier developers like Jeffrey Edmonds and Toll Brothers, and how that experien...

Stay Top of Mind or Get Left Behind: Russell Harris on Client Retention 23.07.2025 1:00:50

This week, Matt and Chris sit down with West Valley powerhouse Russell Harris, a true RETSY OG whose real estate story spans from new construction in Washington to dominating listings in Verrado, Marley Park, and beyond. From his start as a dialysis technician to pioneering Zillow lead strategies, Russell built a business the old-school way: showing up, following up, and staying top of mind. He sh...

Hyperlocal with High Impact: How Mike and Heather Steck Took Over Their Geographic Farm 16.07.2025 56:17

This week, Matt and Chris sit down with husband-and-wife power duo Mike and Heather Steck, top-producing agents at RETSY and the go-to team for Morrison Ranch in Gilbert, Arizona. From Heather’s start as a stay-at-home mom of triplets to Mike’s career pivot after a corporate investigation at Fidelity, their path into real estate is anything but ordinary. Together, they’ve built a thriving business...

Building More Than Homes: Alex Smith on Building Trust, Taking Risks, and Owning the Process 09.07.2025 1:05:31

In this episode, Matt and Chris sit down with Alex Smith, a top-producing agent, developer, and one half of the “Spouses That Sell Houses” team. With no traditional real estate background, Alex went from working on construction sites to leading luxury listings and managing his own development deals, all by betting on his instincts, work ethic, and deep market knowledge. They cover how Alex built h...

No Plan B: Debbie Pontikas on Going All In on Real Estate 02.07.2025 1:00:31

This week, Matt and Chris sit down with RETSY agent Debbie Pontikas, a former corporate marketing executive who walked away from the C-suite to build a top-tier real estate business on her own terms. Debbie shares how she transitioned from running national campaigns to building her real estate business, all while raising twins and reinventing her career from scratch. From marketing strategy to min...

31 Deals in Year One: Breaking into Real Estate with Jose Reyes 25.06.2025 56:40

This week, Matt and Chris sit down with Jose Reyes—founder of The Reyes Group and a standout agent at RETSY. From working restaurant shifts at 13 to running a high-performing real estate team, Jose’s journey is built on hustle, heart, and relentless follow-through. They cover everything—from how he closed 31 deals his first year, to why Facebook DMs and smart CRMs still drive his pipeline. Jose sh...

Founders, Brokers, Brothers: The RETSY Origin Story 04.06.2025 50:37

Episode 1 Founders, Brokers, Brothers: The RETSY Origin Story In this first episode of the RETSY Podcast, brothers Chris and Matt Morrison share how they got into real estate, what led Chris to start RETSY, and why their brokerage model is different. From career-changing mentorship to building a company that supports top producers, this episode is packed with insights, lessons, and some unbeliev...