Best Always In Escrow Podcasts (2025)

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Dishin' Dirt on the Buyer Agent's Fiduciary Responsibilities in a Builder Transaction. Quit Dropping Off Your Clients at the Model Home! 18:48

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Send us a text In this abbreviated episode of Dishin' Dirt, I will discuss the other side of the coin in the builder agent debate. I will talk about the fiduciary duty that buyer agents have in a new construction transaction. Quit dropping off your clients and leaving! Why do I even have to say this. And then I will shift gears to explain the impli…

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Dishin' Dirt on Reclaiming Your Life as a Real Estate Agent with Garrett Maroon. 32:31

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Send us a text Four-time guest, Garrett Maroon, joins me on Dishin' Dirt to discuss the intricacies of balancing work and family life, particularly in the real estate industry. We explore the concept of redefining success beyond traditional metrics, emphasizing the importance of personal fulfillment and relationships. Garrett also shares insights f…

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Dishin' Dirt on Accepting and Paying Agent Incentives. Should the Industry Finally Stop Commission Steering? 30:09

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Send us a text Builder and seller agent incentives are a big problem in our industry today. Should the agent get an incentive simply to show a house or should that incentive go to the buyer? Don't you have a fiduciary duty to do what is in the client's best interest? How is it in the client's best interest for you to get a bonus for steering them t…

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Dishin' Dirt on the New and Revised CCRA Sales Contract 31:35

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Send us a text The Central Carolina REALTORs Association has amended its' sales contract. The contract that will go live near the end of September 2025 and includes new provisions on agent compensation, seller transaction costs, authority to sign and home warranties. Finally, compensation is in the contract where it should have been the past year. …

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Dishin' Dirt on the One Year Anniversary of Sitzer/Burnett-NAR Settlement; a Look at the Good, Bad and Purely Stupid Parts. 30:47

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Send us a text It has been one year since real estate as we know it was supposed to end with the Sitzer Burnett/NAR settlement. House prices and commissions were supposed to collapse, and no real estate agent in their right mind was ever going to work with a buyer again. Today, I will discuss the implications of the first anniversary on the real es…

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Dishin' Dirt on the Sales Power of Geographic Farming. 34:37

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Send us a text What the heck is Geographic Farming and how can it make you a lot of money? Janine Sasso, a successful real estate agent and author, joins me to discuss this very effective sales strategy for every real estate agent. Janine emphasizes the importance of being a hyper local agent, focusing on geographic farming, and building relationsh…

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Dishin' Dirt on Digging Deeper into that Builder Unconscionable Contract Case. 26:42

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Send us a text Today I am I going to dig deeper into the significance of the Dawkins vs. Eastwood Homes case. I examine the implications of "take or leave it" builder contracts, particularly focusing on the unconscionable provisions that the Court has said can disadvantage home buyers while urging builders to reconsider their contract terms to avoi…

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Dishin' Dirt on No, the Builder Agent Cannot Cut You Out or Talk Directly to Your Client. 30:41

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Send us a text Real estate agent complaints about being cut of out of builder transactions and builder agents having direct communication with represented clients is on the rise. Today I review the recent guidance letter from the South Carolina Real Estate Commission regarding builder agents and their responsibilities. In particular, I discuss the …

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Dishin' Dirt on Real Estate Commission Guidance on Advertising Other Agent's Listings 29:49

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Send us a text The Real Estate Commission continues to receive complaints about licensees advertising or marketing listings that belong to another Broker. As a result, the Commission issued a new guidance letter on how advertising and marketing must be handled in social media, print media and other communications. The Commission also discusses the …

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Dishin' Dirt on FinCEN for Real Estate Closings will Just Not Go Away. This is a real !!!*! Show! 30:32

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Send us a text FinCEN will simply not go away. We thought it was over last year when the government halted the requirement to file your business entity disclosures. But now the anti-money laundering portion of FinCEN requirements for cash transactions involving a corporate entity purchasing property must provide a 120 plus item disclosure which wil…

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Dishin' Dirt on the Changes to the SC Realtor Contract and the Reasons Behind the Changes. 27:48

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Send us a text The South Carolina REALTORS Association has revised the contract to address compensation in the contract. Today, I examine those changes but more importantly I look at the "why" behind the changes. Once we understand the "why" it makes the changes more acceptable and likely to be implemented. I also look at the new Form 555 Home Warr…

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When Netflix needs flowers they call her! 12:17

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Karina Granin transforms flowers into incredible works of living art. Taking over the business from her mother and kicking it up a notch, Karina is the florist on speed dial when Hollywood needs a premiere to look *stunning* Karina breaks down how her mom immigrated with nothing and used her brains and charm to build an incredible business. It's su…

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Snackable Episode! Reflecting on Glass House Boca 4:59

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Sarina and Colby have a quick debrief of their recent conversation with Bonnie and Joanne of Glass House Boca. The beauty and luxury of this building are so over the top that we had to geek out for a minute over everything we love about this place!By Always In Escrow

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Dishin' Dirt on the Legal Concerns in Using Artificial Intelligence in Real Estate 29:21

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Send us a text Whether you know it or not, you are using AI every day in your real estate practice. So today I will examine the increasing role of AI in real estate but also examine the legal and ethical implications that comes with its use. Everyone should be embracing this technology like we did with the internet in the 90s and social media in th…

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Luxury in the Boca Sky - Glass House Boca! 12:45

3M ago12:45

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Bonnie and Joanne from the team at Glass House Boca are here to tell us about every luxurious detail of the new residences at Glass House Boca. And let me tell ya, it's gorgeous. The views, the floor to ceiling windows, the huge balconies, the rooftop pool.... it's a whole new level in Boca. Check out our convo, could you see yourself here?…

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Dishin' Dirt on You Should be Using the SCR Form 610 Every Transaction and "Pig Butchering"! 26:34

3M ago26:34

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Send us a text The 'Pig Butchering' real estate scams to the Form 610, this podcast has it all. Today I educate you about the new real estate scam targeting agents as well as discuss why you should use a Form 610 on every transaction. And as a bonus, I will discuss if we are turning into a buyer's market and what they could mean for your business t…

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Dishin' Dirt on Finally Breaking Through and Getting out of the Mighty Middle 34:52

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Send us a text Shifting gears this week. I wanted a more upbeat episode after discussing legal matters for so many weeks. This week my guest is Rick Torrison who discusses the importance of mindset in the real estate industry. He explores the risks associated with being a real estate agent, the impact of limiting beliefs, and how to overcome them. …

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Snackable Episode! Social Media and the Real Estate Market 4:33

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Colby and Sarina chat about their recent episode with the incredible Toby Albert-Corban. Toby and Colby have interesting and intersecting views on the happenings in the real estate market worldwide. Plus social media strategies that hook viewers and find clients. Check it out!By Always In Escrow

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Dishin' Dirt on Three Defenses Every Real Estate Agents Should Know for Post-Closing Repair Claims 28:52

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Send us a text Real estate agents are constantly under attack. One of the most common risks agents face is when something breaks in the house post-closing. Too many lawyers and buyers think the listing agent knew every possible defect that could have existed in the house. Currently, there are three major defenses that can be used when agents are su…

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The Realtor for the TikTok generation! 20:23

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Toby Albert-Corban is changing the game in the real estate world. He saw an opportunity to take care of clients in a new, more personal way. Combine that with his incredible social media presence and it's no wonder why The Corban Group is having incredible success. Turning his knowledge, charm, and amazing accent into ultra consumable social media …

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Dishin' Dirt on It is Not Illegal or Unethical to Place Commission in Real Estate Contract! 24:18

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Send us a text In this episode I discuss the legality and ethics of including real estate commissions in contracts. I will clarify misconceptions surrounding commission payments, emphasizing that it is not illegal or unethical to include them in contracts. I also highlight the changes brought about by the Sitzer settlement, which affects how buyer …

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Dishin' Dirt on New SC REALTORs Forms and are Commission Rates Going Down? 30:55

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Send us a text South Carolina REALTORs Association has issued new compensation forms with not one but two Form 120s and updated agency agreements in Form 130, 135 and 136. Today I examine those changes and what they mean for you. Also, a new study by the Federal Reserve shines light on whether or not commissions have gone up or down since implement…

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Dishin' Dirt on Where Does Your Market Stand as We Enter Summer Selling Season 29:49

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Send us a text We are heading fast into the summer selling season. So today I am going to provide you a comprehensive analysis of the South Carolina real estate market. I will discuss various regions including Myrtle Beach, Greenville, Spartanburg, Sumter, and Columbia, highlighting trends in sales, inventory, and pricing. Also, an important update…

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Finding the balance with plastic surgery 17:54

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Dr. Jaclyn Klimczak brings her kind heart to the operating table every time. She genuinely cares for each patient she meets and uses her incredible talent to give people their confidence back. She also has no problem telling a patient no when she believes plastic surgery isn't the right fit. She's brilliant, she's so knowledgeable, she explains it …

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Dishin' Dirt with Compliance Expert, Summer Goralik, on How Real Estate Commissions May Stop Exclusive Listings 38:57

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Send us a text Summer Goralik is a compliance expert in the real estate industry. Summer and I discuss the importance of empowering investigators and regulators in the real estate industry, the proactive approach needed by real estate commissions, and the complexities surrounding private listings and fiduciary duties. We also discuss the recent cha…

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Dishin' Dirt on Major Supreme Court Ruling In Favor of Real Estate Agents!!!!!! 27:36

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Send us a text A MAJOR VICTORY FOR ALL REAL ESTATE AGENTS!! Today we discuss a significant ruling by the South Carolina Supreme Court that protects real estate agents from liability under the South Carolina Residential Property Condition Disclosure Act. The ruling states that there is no private cause of action against real estate agents under the …

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Every Hour has a Purpose! 18:25

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Dear friend and author Lauren Grabois Fischer is back on the show talking about the latest addition to her line of books for kids - The Be Books! She has such wisdom for inspiring children and adults alike to be the best version of themselves. Her books are incredibly uplifting and encouraging, all teaching a different lesson on adding your light t…

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Dishin' Dirt on How Private Listing Networks Caused a Crazy Week in Real Estate 26:32

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Send us a text In this episode of Dishin' Dirt, I discuss the recent controversies surrounding Private Listing Networks (PLNs) in the real estate industry. I examine the negative implications of PLNs on market transparency and consumer choice, while showing how the PLN primarily serve brokerage interests rather than those of sellers. Plus, breaking…

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Entering the Big World of Little Dude! 19:29

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Cara Zelas is a wonder! She has taken the magic of her adorable dog Little Dude and created a whole world of reading, education, and self expression. Her books and curriculum have helped so many kids with their social/emotional learning and helped them become high EIQ kids and young adults. But of course running a business is a whole different set …

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Dishin' Dirt on it is Time to Re-Educate Your Seller. 31:17

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Send us a text In this episode, I discuss the importance of re-educating sellers in the real estate market, especially in light of recent changes concerning commission and the prevalence of fraud. I emphasize the need for real estate agents to redefine their roles, educate clients about fraud prevention, and effectively communicate compensation str…

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Snackable Episode! Colby & Sarina chat about their personal workout with Jenna Wolfe! 9:05

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Whewwww!! That was a WORKOUT! And in only 15 minutes! Our time with Jenna Wolfe knocked us on our backs in the best possible way. She has so much knowledge to share while keeping us motivated to push through her bodyweight workouts! We can't wait to book another workout with Jenna and see if Colby can put down the OJ long enough to make it to the e…

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Dishin' Dirt on If We Keep Doing It This Way, the Sitzer Burnette Case will Be Chump Change. 27:56

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Send us a text We can't seem to get out of our own way. We want to continue to do the things that got NAR and your Brokerage sued. We continue to do workarounds on compensation and try to steer sellers into giving more comp through Broker to Broker compensation. We need to change how commissions are handled. Stop doing the workarounds that could le…

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Working out with the INCREDIBLE Jenna Wolfe! 24:32

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Jenna Wolfe is an expert in a lot of things (you've no doubt seen her TV hosting abilities on the Today Show or TLC or National Geographic) but today we're tapping into her fitness prowess. We asked her to put us through a solid 30 minute workout, but we tapped out at 9 and 16 minutes, respectively. (Guess who gave up first!) To join the workout yo…

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Dishin' Dirt on the Death of the Seller Bonus 26:00

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Send us a text In this episode of Dishin' Dirt, I answer the question as to whether or not you can still accept a seller bonus following the Sitzer/Burnett settlement. I will provide insight on the legality and realities of bonuses in real estate transactions, emphasizing the importance of written agreements and the business justification rule for …

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Dishin' Dirt on Interference with Agency. JUST FOLLOW THE LAW. 32:16

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Send us a text Today I discuss the critical topic of agency in real estate, focusing on the interference with agency agreements and its implications for agents and consumers under the law. The conversation centers on the legal obligations of agents, the consequences of interfering with agency during brokerage transitions, and the responsibilities o…

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Snackable Episode! Musings on the brilliance of Air Candy 4:43

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Colby and Sarina are popping back into your feed to unpack this week's interview with Thereza Morris of Air Candy Balloons. It's so inspiring to see someone take an idea, learn the art, learn the business, and then make it so uniquely them. Grab a snack with us and appreciate an amazing artist and friend!…

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Dishin' Dirt on Sitzer/Burnette Lawyer is Now Coming for Your JVs and Brokerage Ancillary Products plus is AREA a Real Threat to NAR 28:39

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Send us a text In this episode of Dishin' Dirt, I discuss two issues. First, one of the lawyers from Sitzer/Burnette has stated publicly that he is coming for your JV agreements and any brokerage that encourages or compensation agents or brokers for pushing their ancillary products such as mortgage, title and insurance. It is past time to take heed…

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Genius way to turn whimsy into a business! 12:50

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Thereza Morris has found her calling- spreading joy through her incredible balloon installations! Her talent is has to be seen to be believed. She creates personalized balloon sculptures that match the vibe/color/size/shape of the event and the client's imagination. Thereza learned the art and then learned the business, and Air Candy Balloons needs…

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Dishin' Dirt on Days on Market: A Critical Indicator with Carl Medford 33:25

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Send us a text In this episode of Dishin' Dirt, Carl Medford and I discuss the current state of the real estate industry, focusing on the contentious issue of "Days on Market" and its implications for transparency and consumer protection. We explore the impact of recent lawsuits, the role of commissions, and the necessity of maintaining clear coope…

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Dishin' Dirt on Is the Real Estate Model Broken with Leo Pareja, CEO of eXp Realty-Part 2? 27:28

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Send us a text In part 2 of my conversation with Leo Pareja, CEO of eXp Realty, we discuss if the current real estate model is broken beyond repair. We also discuss Clear Cooperation Policy, broker-to-broker compensation and a lot of other challenges facing agents today. Leo shares insights on the challenges faced by agents and the importance of ma…

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Walkable Paradise in the Brickell neighborhood of Miami 21:52

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Mariana Lima has been in the real estate game for years and knows her stuff. So when she tells you that this city is something special - for residents, for buyers, for renters, and for investors - you gotta listen! Mariana brings her incredible eye for design and fashion into her real estate work, finding the most beautiful and aesthetic places. Sh…

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Snackable Episode! Reflections on Sideline Sibling 3:24

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After a great conversation with children's book author Amy Sobel this week, we wanted to have a quick chat to reflect on the topic of Sideline Siblings. Do you have any Sideline Siblings in your family? How does that look in your home? We'd love to hear how you handle bringing kids along to their siblings' practices, rehearsals, games, performances…

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Dishin' Dirt with eXp CEO, Leo Pareja, on the State of Real Estate Post-Settlement 26:38

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Send us a text In this episode, I interview Leo Pareja, CEO of eXp Realty, discussing the current state of the real estate market following significant changes in compensation models and the implications of the Clear Cooperation Policy. Leo shares insights on the challenges faced by agents and the importance of maintaining a cooperative real estate…

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Kids' Book Author on showcasing slices of life 10:26

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Like all parents, Amy Sobel is inspired by her kids. Unlike most parents, she wrote a childrens' book about them! Sideline Sibling focuses on Lilah- the youngest kid who gets dragged to big brothers' sports games alllll weekend long. But Lilah didn't settle for sitting around bored. She went out of her way to meet the other sideline siblings and ma…

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Dishin' Dirt on PART 2 of James Dwiggins, CEO NextHome Realty, discussing Broker to Broker Comp problems and more. 28:24

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Send us a text PART TWO of my interview James Dwiggins, CEO of Next Home Realty. We continue this interview looking at the current threats facing real estate agents, the changing role of REALTORs, and the impact of technology on the industry. We will spend a good part of the show discussing Broker to Broker compensation. For last week's episode cli…

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Dishin' Dirt with James Dwiggins, CEO NextHome Realty on the Threat to Clear Cooperation and more. 29:47

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Send us a text In this episode of Dishin' Dirt, I interview James Dwiggins, CEO of Next Home Realty, discussing the evolution of the real estate industry, the outspoken nature of leadership, and the importance of clear cooperation policies. Dwiggins shares insights on the current threats facing real estate agents, the changing role of REALTORs, and…

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Traveling With Family 18:59

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Our favorite travel expert Mirela Selfo is back to guide us through one of the most popular questions - How do I travel with my whole family? And holy smokes she has answers we never would have thought of. From giraffes visiting you at breakfast, to a small Italian village where they make Ferraris, to jumping hemispheres to see the biggest soccer p…

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Travel Expert on Visiting Blue Zones where people live to 100 and beyond! 4:44

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Mirela Selfo is back for this weeks' snackable episode breaking down her favorite BLUE ZONE vacations. Blue Zones are the places around the globe where the people live longer- many into their 100s. And some Blue Zones are closer to home than you think!By Always In Escrow

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Dishin' Dirt on Ending Broker-to-Broker Compensation: A Necessary Change 24:26

8M ago24:26

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Send us a text In this episode of Dishin' Dirt, I discuss two critical issues in the real estate industry: the urgent need to eliminate broker-to-broker compensation and the alarming rise of the Green Mirage scam targeting homeowners. I address the legal risks associated with broker compensation and advocate for a more transparent commission struct…

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She creates the most INCREDIBLE vacations 19:21

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It turns out that like any other industry- the secret to travel is WHO YOU KNOW! And Mirela Selfo seems to know everyone! She has contacts across the globe at all sorts of hotels and destinations to get her clients the absolute best experiences. The stories she tells from her own travels plus the once in a lifetime moments she has set up for client…