Best RealTrending Podcasts (2025)

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The Importance of community involvement in title and real estate 26:10

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3d ago26:10

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In this episode of the Real Trending Podcast, Dru Wischhover, CEO of Inspired Title, discusses the often-overlooked role of title companies in real estate transactions. He emphasizes the importance of community involvement, fraud prevention and the critical nature of communication between real estate agents and title companies. Dru also addresses t…

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ERA’s Alex Vidal on how agents can expand beyond local markets 30:18

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In this episode of the Real Trending Podcast, Alex Vidal discusses the key strategies for brokerage growth, emphasizing the importance of accountability in coaching, expanding value beyond local markets, and addressing affordability challenges in real estate. He highlights the need for real estate pros to adapt to market changes and maintain profes…

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Steve Murray on the current state of the real estate industry, legal challenges and referral fees 33:26

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In this episode, RTC Consulting Founder Steve Murray discusses the current state of the real estate industry, focusing on brokerage mergers and acquisitions, the impact of Zillow’s legal challenges, and strategies for brokers to prepare for the future. He emphasizes the importance of adapting to market changes, understanding antitrust issues and le…

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Top real estate marketing pro Lauren Henss on how FirstTeam achieves 98% agent retention 37:28

24d ago37:28

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt talks with Lauren Henss, VP of Marketing and Strategic Initiatives at FirstTeam Real Estate, a RealTrends Verified top 30 brokerage in national sales volume. Tracey and Lauren dive into the realities of leading a complete digital transformation in under a year, including shifting from legacy to modern branding…

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Professional athlete and coach Dre Baldwin on how to manage the mental game of real estate 25:07

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt talks with Dre Baldwin, former professional basketball player turned business coach and author of "Work on Your Game." Tracey and Dre dive into the mental game of real estate, exploring how the discipline, resilience and systematic thinking from professional sports can transform an agent's performance in today…

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The Agent Mistake Costing You Millions with Tom Ferry & Josh Altman 41:55

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt talks with Tom Ferry, founder of Tom Ferry International, and Josh Altman, celebrity real estate agent with The Altman Brothers Team at Douglas Elliman. They dive into Tom and Josh’s new partnership, discussing the gap they saw in the market for affordable, high-quality training and how they're combining Tom's…

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NextHome Co-CEO Keith Robinson on seismic shifts in the real estate industry 41:57

2M ago41:57

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt talks with Keith Robinson, co-CEO of NextHome and author of the Substack "Crazy Uncle Keith." Tracey and Keith dive into the seismic shifts reshaping real estate, including the potential Compass-Anywhere merger, the ongoing fallout from the settlement lawsuit and the pro-agent group pushing for more transparen…

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James Harris on the opportunities the current industry disruption affords 30:59

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.This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt talks with James Harris, principal at Beverly Hills-based boutique brokerage Carolwood Estates and former cast member of Bravo's Million Dollar Listing. Tracey and James dive into why disruption is actually a positive force, how AI is transforming the way agents work, and the mindset shifts needed to thrive i…

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RealTrends Verified GameChanger Josh McGrath on transitioning from sales to brokerage leadership 30:41

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt talks with Josh McGrath, CEO and founder of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Central and 2025 RealTrends Verified GameChanger. Tracey and Josh dive into his journey from getting his real estate license at 18 to building a brokerage with over 90 agents across five offices in West Virginia, Kentucky and Ohio…

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Compass team leader Gretchen Coley on building a lifestyle brand 30:33

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt talks with Gretchen Coley, leader of The Coley Group at Compass in Raleigh, North Carolina. Tracey and Gretchen dive into how she scaled her team from $3 million to $214 million in just five years, the power of video storytelling in real estate and her innovative "Best of Raleigh" platform that transformed how…

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Austin’s Eric Bramlett on how his boutique brokerage has a 90% agent retention rate 30:26

2M ago30:26

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This week on RealTrending Tracey Velt talks with Eric Bramlett, broker-owner of Bramlett Partners in Austin, Texas. Tracey and Eric dive into the strategies for maintaining a local identity while leveraging technology, the importance of agent retention in a competitive market, and how to stay focused amid speculative industry distractions. Eric als…

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Glennda Baker’s blueprint for building authentic connections through video 36:57

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt talks with the “queen of real estate video” Glennda Baker, of Glennda Baker and Associates at Coldwell Banker Realty in Atlanta. Tracey and Glennda dive into how social media and video content have transformed her 33-year real estate career, from building authentic connections through video to attracting clien…

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The “Disney Tour Guide” approach to real estate with Harrison Team 34:27

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This week on RealTrending, Sarah Wheeler, sitting in for Tracey Velt, talks with Heather and Zach Harrison of The Zach & Heather Harrison Team at Compass, the #20 large team nationally by volume and #4 team in New York state by volume, according to RealTrends Verified. The Harrisons dive into their unique approach of offering lifestyle tours rather…

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Steve Murray on the ramifications of the Compass acquisition of Anywhere 32:22

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Yesterday, it was announced that real estate giant Compass is acquiring another real estate giant: Anywhere Real Estate, which includes Coldwell Banker, Century 21, Corcoran, ERA Real Estate, Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate, and Sotheby’s International Realty. Today, we’re bringing you a special bonus episode with Tracey and Steve Murray, senior…

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Debunking AI myths with Jason Abrams 31:58

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt sits down with Jason Abrams, the head of industry and learning at Keller Williams Realty International, to explore the transformative potential of AI in all aspects of real estate. Jason shares insights from his AI playbook, debunking myths and offering practical advice on leveraging AI tools to stay ahead of …

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Coach Erin Bradley on building a life you don’t need a vacation from 31:57

3M ago31:57

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt chats with Erin Bradley, the host of the "Pursuing Freedom" podcast. Erin shares her journey from financial struggles to a flourishing real estate career. Erin talks about how embracing the "Go Giver" philosophy helped her double her business and align her personal and professional life for true freedom. She a…

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Team leader Josh Anderson on the secret to successful lead generation 34:16

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt chats with Josh Anderson from the Anderson Group Real Estate Services of Keller Williams in Nashville, Tennessee. Josh talks about his evolution from a solo agent to leading one of Nashville's top teams by focusing on consistent lead generation and how embracing the basics can skyrocket your business. He als…

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Coach Darryl Davis on today’s hottest real estate trending topics 32:37

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt chats with Darryl Davis, from Darryl Davis Real Estate Coaching about several hot topics in real estate, including HUD's English-only policy, the NAR settlement, Clear Cooperation, and much more. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn: Why HUD's English-only policy is controversial How agents can support non-En…

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Premiere Group’s CEO David Keener on the success of his member-owned model 33:55

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt sits down with David Keener, the CEO of Premiere Group at Real Brokerage. Over the past 8 years, Premiere has expanded to over 27 states and almost 300 agents across the U.S.; they joined Real just eight months ago. David talks about the innovative structure of the Premiere teamerage and the potential of ancil…

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Realty Executives CEO Justin Bailey on the hurdles of expanding from 50 to 1,000 agents 34:48

4M ago34:48

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This week on RealTrending, we are bringing you a crossover episode with the Power House podcast, featuring a conversation with Justin Bailey, the CEO of Realty Executives Associates. A fourth-generation real estate professional, Justin reflects on how his background in the nonprofit sector influenced his leadership philosophy and why fostering stro…

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simpliHŌM Founder Sean Miku on why his people-first approach allows for fast brokerage growth 34:31

5M ago34:31

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt talks with Sean Miku, the founder and CEO of simpliHŌM, a tech- and people-first brokerage that opened its doors in 2018. Sean shares insights into simpliHŌM unique model, including an 85/15 commission split and free transaction management. He also discusses the current challenges and opportunities in real est…

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Craig McClelland on reshaping traditional brokerage models 34:38

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt talks with Craig McClelland, Chief Strategy Officer at HomeStory and president of LOCAL Realty. Tracey and Craig talk about the importance of consumer-centric strategies and how industry giants like Zillow and Rocket are reshaping traditional brokerage models. Craig also talks about the role of technology and …

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Lennox Scott on how AI is reshaping the real estate industry 32:10

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On this week’s episode of RealTrending, Tracey Velt sits down with Lennox Scott, the CEO of John L. Scott Real Estate. Lennox has been in the industry for almost 50 years, and John L Scott is a family brokerage with a rich 94-year history. Lennox talks about how AI is reshaping industries, the critical role of MLS consolidation, and maintaining per…

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eXp Team Leader David Brooke on managing team exits and burnout 30:53

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This week on RealTrending Tracey Velt talks with David Brooke, team leader at Brooke Team at eXp Realty. Tracey and David dive into the realities of leading a team in today’s market, including managing team exits and burnout to fostering a productive agent culture. David shares how an almost-pivot in his career and parenting lessons shaped his lead…

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KW’s Jay Papasan on success through business habits, not flashy marketing 30:32

6M ago30:32

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt talks with Jay Papasan, executive at Keller Williams Realty and co-author of The Millionaire Real Estate Agent. Tracey and Jay talk about what it really takes for rookie agents to thrive in today’s market, from building a solid database to developing effective lead generation habits early on. Jay shares the in…

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Rethinking brokerage strategy with Steve Murray 24:12

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt chats with Steve Murray, industry stalwart and senior advisor to RealTrends. Tracey and Steve had the opportunity to sit down in person at HousingWire’s The Gathering. Steve dives into the real estate’s most pressing issues, including the distraction of AI, Clear Cooperation, and the alarming number of inactiv…

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Ben Bacal on enhancing the consumer experience 27:23

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On today’s bonus episode of RealTrending, Tracey Velt chats with Ben Bacal, the founder of Revel Real Estate. Tracey and Ben talk about the future of real estate, from AI-enhanced client experiences to the rise of real estate auctions. Ben also shares the secrets behind modern brokerage leadership and how Revel is equipping agents with marketing to…

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Rory Golod on why Compass is taking a stand against Zillow 39:25

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Today on RealTrending, Tracey Velt sits down with Rory Golod, President of Growth and Communications at Compass, to discuss their lawsuit against Zillow and what Compass is doing to reshape the agent and consumer experience in real estate. Rory unpacks the motivations behind the lawsuit and also shares Compass’s three-pronged marketing strategy. He…

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Above the line leadership with Dermot Buffini 23:16

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt chats with Dermot Buffini, CEO of Buffini & Company. Tracey and Dermot got the opportunity to sit down in person to record an episode at HousingWire’s The Gathering. Dermot breaks down the challenges in today’s real estate leadership — from agent productivity to market shifts — and shares how to stay focused o…

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Hoby Hanna on his goal to reach 20% market share in 20 markets 37:43

6M ago37:43

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt chats with Hoby Hanna, CEO of Howard Hanna Real Estate Services and Hanna Holdings. Hoby discusses the company’s culture-first M&A strategy, innovative consumer programs like the buy-borrow bundle, and how AI and data are shaping real estate. He also shares why collaboration matters and outlines his goal to re…

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Tami Pardee on how her model has allowed her to excel 31:18

7M ago31:18

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt chats with Tami Pardee, founder of Pardee Properties in Venice, California. Tami shares how she brought a production-style model from the entertainment industry into real estate and built a high-touch, high-performing boutique brokerage. She also talks about how she tripled sales during the wildfires, uses the…

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The Powerhouse Partners on growing an agent network 29:22

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt chats with Alex Derenne and Alexis Hirsig, the masterminds behind The Powerhouse Partners, a group with The Real Brokerage that blends coaching and marketing in a real estate network that collaborates, rather than competes. Alex and Alexis dive into how building authentic personal brands on social media has he…

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EmpowerHome’s Sarah Reynolds on mindset, market shifts and making real estate fun again 32:01

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt sits down to chat with Sarah Reynolds, the CEO of EmpowerHome with Keller Williams. Sarah talks about the power of mindset amid market uncertainty, how to keep real estate fun, and why focusing on what’s controllable is key to agent success, no matter what market conditions are. She also talks about trends and…

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Rainy Hake Austin on thinking beyond the real estate transaction 35:14

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt chats with Rainy Hake Austin, President of The Agency. The Agency ranked 13 by volume and is also the fourth largest private independent brokerage according to the 2025 RealTrends Verified Top Brokerage rankings. Over the past five years, The Agency has grown to almost 100 offices across the US. Rainy dives in…

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Coldwell Banker’s Jason Waugh on the shifting dynamics of consumer representation 54:50

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This week on RealTrending, we are bringing you a special crossover episode of the Top of Mind podcast, hosted by Altos president Mike Simonsen. Mike chats with Jason Waugh, president of Coldwell Banker Affiliates, about how the real estate brokerage model is evolving and what that means for agents, buyers, and the future of the industry. Jason shar…

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Real CEO Tamir Poleg is betting on AI efficiencies to continue swift growth 28:26

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt chats with Tamir Poleg, CEO of The Real Brokerage, about how AI is rapidly changing the real estate game — if you don't build it, then someone else will. Tamir shares how Real is using AI to streamline operations, from an assistant answering thousands of questions per day to developing automatic broker reviews…

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Windermere’s OB Jacobi on rethinking the role of the MLS 34:50

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt chats with OB Jacobi, co-president of Windermere Real Estate. Founded in 1972 by OB’s father, John Jacobi, Windermere is still being led by the Jacobi family over 50 years later. OB joins us today to talk about rethinking the role of the MLS in real estate and how NAR’s Clear Cooperation Policy add-ons have im…

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LPT’s Robert Palmer on agent choice and growth of the national single-entity brokerage 33:25

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt sits down in person with Robert Palmer, founder and CEO of LPT Realty, at LPT’s studio in Orlando. Robert talks about LPT’s journey from a simple marketing tool to a top brokerage in just a couple of years. He also discusses agent empowerment through dual brokerage models, LPT’s upcoming initiatives, and growt…

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Steve Murray’s take on private listings, KW, Redfin, and brokerage survival 36:39

9M ago36:39

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey Velt sits down with Steve Murray, senior advisor for HousingWire and the founder of RealTrends and RTC Consulting. Steve joins us to unpack some of the recent dramatic shifts in real estate, including Stone Point’s strategic investment in Keller Williams and Rocket’s acquisition of Redfin. They also talk about Clea…

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Bonus episode: Housing market check in with Ivy Zelman, Logan Mohtashami and Dale Wettlaufer 57:05

9M ago57:05

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Housing market headlines are nonstop — tariffs, mortgage rates, jobs reports and general market chaos. But what does it all mean? In this bonus episode of RealTrending, HousingWire is joined by experts Ivy Zelman, Logan Mohtashami and Dale Wettlaufer to make sense of it all. Originally part of a HousingWire exclusive virtual event, this candid conv…

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Cindy Raney team leaders on building a productive team 33:02

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This week on RealTrending, Tracey interviews Cindy Raney and Jason Mudd, the husband-and-wife leaders of the Cindy Raney Team at Coldwell Banker in Westport, Connecticut. Cindy and Jason talk about running a luxury team, including how they divide responsibilities and maintain a strong team culture. They also discuss their most effective marketing s…

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HGTV Realtor and eXp agent Kortney Wilson on building a referral business 36:03

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This week on RealTrending Tracey interviews Kortney Wilson, an eXp real estate agent and HGTV personality. Kortney shares her journey from music to flipping houses, how HGTV impacted her career, and how she built a sustainable referral network with eXp Realty. She also discusses using AI and automation tools for personalized client follow-up and in…

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Anywhere CEO Ryan Schneider on renewed M&A focus 35:28

9M ago35:28

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Today on RealTrending, Tracey interviews Ryan Schneider, the CEO of Anywhere Real Estate. This episode originally aired on our sister show, Power House, but this week we are bringing it to the feeds of our real estate audience. Tracey and Ryan talk about Anywhere’s refocus on luxury and what they think is going to happen to M&A as the market shifts…

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Coldwell Banker agent on how to differentiate in today’s market 26:16

9M ago26:16

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On this week’s episode of RealTrending Tracey is joined by Michelle Billings, Coldwell Banker agent and the President of Ohio Realtors. Michelle has some great advice on how real estate professionals should be differentiating themselves in today’s market, from proactive education strategies to leveraging past client interactions. She also talks abo…

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Tech CEO on the balance of tech and human touch 31:07

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On this week’s episode of RealTrending, Tracey sits down with Eric Elfman, the CEO of MoxiWorks. Eric talks all about balancing the delicate relationship between leveraging AI tools and building and maintaining client relationships. He also talks about making these tools more accessible to agents. Eric also shares MoxiWorks’ plans to increase techn…

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Your Castle’s Lon Welsh on the secret to agent retention 34:35

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On this week’s episode of the RealTrending Podcast, Tracey talks to Lon Welsh, founder and managing broker of Your Castle Real Estate, the largest independent real estate brokerage in Colorado. Lon joins the show today to talk about where the market is headed and how they grew Your Castle to the size it is today, including his strategies on recruit…

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Claire O’Connor on rebuilding community after the LA Wildfires 32:31

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On this week’s episode of RealTrending, Tracey chats with Claire O'Connor, team leader of O'Connor Estates with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties. After losing her home, her father-in-law’s home, and a house under construction to the devastating LA wildfires, Claire shares her journey of rebuilding amid disaster. She discusses t…

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Christie’s Sereno leaders on building a solution-based business 41:42

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On this week’s episode of RealTrending, Tracey chats with Chris Trapani and Ryan Iwanaga, lifelong friends, co-founders, and partners of Christie’s International Real Estate Sereno. While working with your best friend might be a recipe for disaster for some, Chris and Ryan have used their relationship and leadership to grow Sereno into the largest,…

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Illinois Realtors leaders on the future and value of associations 34:52

11M ago34:52

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This week on the RealTrending podcast, Tracey traveled to the Illinois REALTORS’ REengage Winter Conference to sit down with Illinois REALTORS CEO Jeff Baker and President Tommy Choi in person! The three discuss the current challenges in the housing market, including low inventory and rising interest rates. They also talk all about the value of bei…

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Altos Founder Mike Simonsen on the latest housing market trends 31:49

11M ago31:49

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This week on the RealTrending podcast, Tracey sits down with Mike Simonsen, founder of Altos, to discuss his 2025 housing forecast, including home prices, mortgage rates, and affordability. He also talks about what changes he anticipates with the Trump administration, covers the role of immigration and labor in construction, and talks about how tar…