Agents After Hours Podcast

Things don’t always go as planned in podcast land! This week, we were supposed to drop a brand new episode all about inspections and mutual releases… until Erika’s side of things pulled a disappearing act 🎙️😅 But instead of leaving you hanging, we’re throwing it back to one of our most popular episodes ever! The one that started it all. It’s wild to look back and hear how far our audio (and we!)...

When you hear “serving on a board,” do your eyes glaze over? Maybe it sounds like endless meetings, intimidating hierarchies, or something that will eat into your business. In this episode, Erika and Paige pull back the curtain on what board work actually looks like. As two millennial REALTORS®, we’ve noticed that most board seats are still filled by Boomers and Gen Xers. But the future of our pro...

This week, we dive into the unpredictable real estate market and what to do when your listings just won’t move. From dissecting listing photos (and why iPhone shots won’t cut it) to pricing strategies, floor plans, and reverse prospecting, they share raw experiences and actionable advice every agent needs right now. Packed with great takeaways you can use to write stronger offers and have better,...

In this episode, we tackle the stereotypes and misconceptions that give realtors a bad name. From being labeled “pushy salespeople” to the stigma of poor communication or dishonesty, they unpack where these ideas come from, and how good agents can flip the script. With unfiltered stories, real-world examples, and a lot of laughs, we dive into: Why communication and expectation-setting make or brea...

This week we’re unpacking the chaos that comes with real estate. From the frustration of homes being priced low just to skyrocket in bidding wars, to the juggling act of showing the same houses to different clients with the same wish list, it’s all on the table. We don’t shy away from the topic of agents who try to bully their way through deals, and somewhere along the way we even admit what “vaca...

This week we’re catching up on all the things. From surprise baby goats (yes, really 🐐) to big news about being licensed in Michigan and Paige adjusting to life with a brand-new teen driver in the house. Then we’re diving into what every agent wants to know: how do you actually get your name out there? Whether you’re brand new, moving to a new area, or just in a slower season, we’re sharing the r...

In real estate, as in entrepreneurship, the inevitable slowdown is part of the journey and how you navigate it can define your long term success. In this episode of Agents After Hours , Paige Corbalis and Erika Ortiz sit down with Jessica Aguilar, leadership coach and founder of A Thriving Mind , to talk about managing the mental and emotional side of business. From setting boundaries to managing...

This week’s episode is a true after-hours rollercoaster. We start with SpongeBob and The Hunting Wives , somehow end up talking about naked neighbors and goats, and then dive into all things girls and female problems. We revisit the wild ways we used to spell our names, cringe at our old AIM and email addresses, take a quick trip through Urban Dictionary, and swap some insane kid stories. Things g...

This week, Erika and Paige are talking about the unspoken rules of being a good agent- the kind that don’t show up in the Code of Ethics, but can make or break a deal. From offer deadlines and multiple-offer madness to agent communication styles, inspection etiquette, and owning your mistakes, they’re sharing real stories, lessons learned, and hot takes on how to keep deals moving while keeping yo...

Don't know about you, but we're feeling 22! We’re getting a little unhinged—in the best way. We dive into what it's really like when business slows down and your brain doesn’t. Erika gives a real-time update on IVF and real estate life with her husband home full-time, while Paige shares what it’s been like navigating parenting, leadership, and staying productive AF. We also chat about:...

We're back with our favorite messy, unfiltered segment (Yes, we know we were supposed to do this on Episode 18, but here we are!) In this episode, Erika and Paige dive into Reddit’s most chaotic real estate dilemmas and weigh in on who's the real problem, the buyers, the tenants, the agents, or...the insecure boyfriend claiming ownership of a house he didn’t buy? This one's got: Monopo...

We brought on a lender friend for our 20th episode to pull back the curtain on the lending world and you’re not ready for the stories. From unexpected pre-closing job switches to buyers hoping appraisals come in low (seriously), we cover the wild, the helpful, and the brutally honest side of lending. In this episode, we talk about: How agents can make or break a lender’s day What buyers really nee...

In this episode, we’re tackling the question every agent hears: “How’s the market?” We break down what that even means, why pricing homes can feel like walking a tightrope, and how being “dated” isn’t always a dealbreaker - as long as it’s not dirty too. Then we shift gears to the post offer phase: what happens after a deal is accepted. From contract to close, we’re talking templates for both buye...

In this spontaneous and unfiltered episode, Paige and Erika dive deep into the real estate world’s most nerve-wracking balancing act: follow-up. From overly eager agents and ghosting buyers to nosy lenders and mystery flowers, they dish on the fine line between persistence and pestering. Plus, Paige shares a health update and Erika brings the creepy park story you didn’t know you needed. It’s a li...

We’ve seen it all or at least a lot… and in this episode, we’re breaking down the real difference between working with an online lender vs. a local one.  From ghosted buyers to last minute loan fails, we’re sharing horror stories that’ll make you think twice before clicking “pre-qualify now.”  We also chat a little about our work behind the scenes on industry boards (because yes, we’re busy like t...

In this just-for-funsies episode, Erika and Paige are back with an unfiltered summer vibe. From Co-Star astrology tea and nostalgic AIM memories to Erika’s anti-inflammatory journey and Paige’s real estate heartbreak, this one has it all. We’re talking Red Hot Chili Peppers vs. pop princesses, MySpace throwbacks, solo trips, bloating, and the emotional rollercoaster of home buying. No pressure, no...

In this episode, we're diving into all things energy —the good, the bad, and the chaotic. We're talking low-energy tasks we love (hi, inspections and co-working!), the high-energy stuff that drains our souls (public speaking, we're looking at you), and how we manage the daily push and pull of being real estate agents and real-ass humans. We also break down how ADHD, personality types,...

This week, we're peeling back the curtain on the chaos of today’s real estate market—where deadlines are tight, buyers feel the pressure, and agents are left juggling contracts, consultations, and sometimes…black mold. We share how we use ChatGPT to keep our sanity (and sound like professionals), why an offer  is  a binding contract (not a maybe), and how to navigate timelines without steamrolling...

Yes we love real estate-- but we also love a good vacation (and our mental health). In this episode, we're chatting all about how to actually take time off without ghosting your clients or losing your mind. We're sharing how we recharge, the signs of burnout we've learned to spot, and honestly, sometimes stepping away can make you a better agent! If you've ever responded to an inspection response...

Am I The Asshole: Realtor Edition is back for round two and it’s giving full gossip channel vibes.  People be submitting some wild sh*t! A fiancé demanding half the mortgage but refusing to put his soon to be wife on the deed, a stepdad inserting himself into bio dad’s estate plans, and a wife getting mad her husband won’t promote her real estate business in the tacky ways she wants. Oh, and a man...

Buying your first home when you're young can feel like trying to order filet mignon on a ramen budget. In this episode, we talk about what it really looks like to buy your first home with a tighter budget, how to manage expectations without killing the excitement, and ways to stay financially smart through it all. Whether you're an agent helping younger buyers or a first-timer navigating the marke...

In true Agents After Hours fashion, we totally missed the memo that this was our 10th episode—because planning is hard and life is lifing. But in between the chaos, we’re diving into the real side of real estate: listings, sellers, setting clear expectations, and navigating the stuff even seasoned agents struggle with. We also get a little vulnerable about the behind-the-scenes of being busy agent...

This week, we’re putting Selling Sunset side-by-side with our own day-to-day in real estate — and spoiler alert: it’s not all stilettos and drama. We’re talking about the realities of working in a market that looks nothing like Hollywood, how the show shapes client expectations, and why the comparison game can mess with your mindset. If you've ever felt like your real estate career doesn't measure...

We start off unhinged (as usual), but somehow end up solving a real problem mid-episode. In between the chaos, we get into what it means to be a solid co-op agent, signs of burnout, and the real reason Brick Built was created in the first place. Oh—and why do people always post the worst photos of us?! Tune in for laughs, real talk, and a little behind-the-scenes!

In this episode, we’re dialing it in a bit and getting real about the ins and outs of becoming a real estate agent — especially for those just getting started or agents feeling stuck. From how to get licensed to what we wish we knew in the beginning, we share our honest takes on the gaps in agent training, the not-so-glam parts of the job, and what we think the industry could do better. There’s st...