In this episode, the Dirt Whisperer, RK Bob Brown, highlights the hidden dangers of neglecting foundation problems and emphasizes the value of including an engineer in every real estate transaction. Buckle up as he shares shocking revelations and insights on the risks of skipping engineer evaluations during a house’s foundation inspection.     Key takeaways to listen for The consequences of skipping a proper foundation inspection Hidden red flags in homes and how REALTORS® can spot them Why specialized forensic geotechnical engineers are important for home inspections Importance of understanding soil and foundation issues in real estate     Resources mentioned in this episode Realtors Land Institute National Foundation Repair Association Meeting Treehouse Marketing Foundation Repair Secrets by RK Bob Brown     About RK Bob Brown RK Bob Brown is a 35-year expert in the foundation repair industry. He shares simple strategies to solve difficult soil problems and has performed or supervised over 10,000 house foundation investigations. Bob Brown is known as the dirt whisperer because he brings an insider perspective, truth, and transparency. Connect with RK Bob  Website. RK Bob Brown Connect with Leigh Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.   Subscribe to Leigh's other podcast Real Estate From The Rooftops     Sponsors Leigh Brown University – New On-Demand Training How to Dominate During This Recession! Enroll Now to learn practical steps for effective action, discover what to say, and ensure success in securing listings, assisting buyers, and expanding your business, regardless of market conditions.  Enroll today at: https://www.leighbrownuniversity.com/dominate-recession  Enter code: CSIRE20 at checkout for a 20% discount.

Erica Davis joins us in this episode to offer insights into the industry’s evolution, the importance of embracing change, and a guide to building a sustainable and competent business. Tune in for a jaw-dropping story about a new construction home where the sewer line wasn’t connected, leading to waste dumping into the crawl space.     Key takeaways to listen for How to transition from sales to real estate management and ownership Benefits of working with local real estate market experts Importance of clear communication in agent interactions The role of family in the real estate business and balancing work with personal life Ways to adapt to industry changes while maintaining professionalism and competence     Resources mentioned in this episode Harcourts Australia LJ Hooker Everything Backyard Chicken!   Watch the full video of Leigh’s hot take on the NAR lawsuit settlement at https://youtube.com/live/llE0CzT0ulI.     About Erica Davis Raised in Redmond, Oregon, Erica has three daughters and is married. After a decade in Medford, she returned to Central Oregon and began working at The Garner Group. She later co-purchased Harcourts The Garner Group and is the Office Manager of two locations. Passionate about real estate, she is an active member of the 100+ Women Who Care Central Oregon and supports various children’s causes. Additionally, she is involved with The Redmond Historical Society and The Enjoy Downtown Redmond Association. She enjoys family time and her pets and creates a welcoming home environment.     Connect with Erica Website: Harcourts The Garner Group Real Estate Instagram: @the_garnergroup | @ericapankeydavis_ Facebook: Garner Group Email: erica@thegarnergroup.com Phone Number: (541) 280-9134     Connect with Leigh Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.   Subscribe to Leigh's other podcast Real Estate From The Rooftops     Sponsors Leigh Brown University – New On-Demand Training How to Dominate During This Recession! Enroll Now to learn practical steps for effective action, discover what to say, and ensure success in securing listings, assisting buyers, and expanding your business, regardless of market conditions.  Enroll today at: https://www.leighbrownuniversity.com/dominate-recession  Enter code: CSIRE20 at checkout for a 20% discount.

Build a group organically and network unlike any other with Laura Griffin. Laura offers game-changing tips about starting and running a Facebook group and tells a story that’ll teach you why you need to follow your deadlines as a REALTOR®. So tune in, engage your audience, and navigate the Facebook algorithm like a pro.     Key takeaways to listen for Key strategies for growing your Facebook groups in the real estate industry How to establish authentic connections with the members of your group The most valuable advice for agents running Facebook groups     Resources mentioned in this episode Facebook The Jasmine Star Show Karin Carr     About Laura Griffin  Laura Griffin is a successful real estate agent, mother, and founder of Groups to Leads. She helps agents achieve work-life balance and succeed in lead generation using Facebook Groups. Ready to elevate your real estate career? Laura's coaching and resources can guide you there.     Connect with Laura Website. Groups to Leads YouTube: @lauragriffincoaching  Facebook: Group to Leads  Instagram: @lauragriffinrealtor | @lauragriffincoaching Connect with Leigh Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.   Subscribe to Leigh's other podcast Real Estate From The Rooftops     Sponsors Leigh Brown University – New On-Demand Training How to Dominate During This Recession! Enroll Now to learn practical steps for effective action, discover what to say, and ensure success in securing listings, assisting buyers, and expanding your business, regardless of market conditions.  Enroll today at: https://www.leighbrownuniversity.com/dominate-recession  Enter code: CSIRE20 at checkout for a 20% discount.

In a significant development for the real estate industry, the National Association of REALTORS® has settled major lawsuits, leading to widespread discussions and concerns among professionals. In this special episode, Leigh Brown, offers her unfiltered perspective on the settlement's implications. Tune in now to articulate your worth as a REALTOR®, engage with trade associations for reform, and prepare for an evolving industry landscape.     Key takeaways to listen for The importance of NAR and the need for organizational reform and transparency Clarification on the settlement details and what it means for REALTORS® and consumers Strategies for REALTORS® to demonstrate their value and adjust to changes in commission structures and MLS listings A broader discussion on governmental overreach and its impact on the real estate industry Actionable steps for REALTORS® to engage with their trade associations, prepare their clients, and advocate for fair practices     Resources mentioned in this episode The Facts for REALTORS® National Association of REALTORS®   Watch the full video of Leigh’s hot take on the NAR lawsuit settlement at https://youtube.com/live/llE0CzT0ulI.     Connect with Leigh Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.   Subscribe to Leigh's other podcast Real Estate From The Rooftops     Sponsors Leigh Brown University – New On-Demand Training How to Dominate During This Recession! Enroll Now to learn practical steps for effective action, discover what to say, and ensure success in securing listings, assisting buyers, and expanding your business, regardless of market conditions.  Enroll today at: https://www.leighbrownuniversity.com/dominate-recession  Enter code: CSIRE20 at checkout for a 20% discount.

Join us for an exciting episode featuring Tara Tillman as she shares insights on building and growing your business in the dynamic world of real estate. You won’t want to miss her shocking story about how she and her husband dove headfirst into creating a real estate business. So, tune in for an episode packed with valuable tips!     Key takeaways to listen for A common mistake new real estate agents should avoid Why advocating for homeownership matters for real estate agents Different kinds of downpayment assistance programs and how to qualify for them Biggest challenges faced by real estate investors who work with their spouse One thing agents need to be prepared for when they start real estate training     Resources mentioned in this episode HGTV HUD VA.gov Good Neighbor Next Door Program Federal Housing Administration Housing Finance Agency VA Vendee Loan Program Fact Sheet About Tara Tillman Tara has been a licensed real estate agent since 2004. She is the Owner of Westchester Realty LLC, a licensed Real Estate Brokerage Firm providing real estate services in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia.    Tara is also a mentor and a coach, providing coaching classes for real estate agents to help them start, grow, and expand their real estate careers. Connect with Tara Website: Westchester Realty YouTube: Westchester Realty LinkedIn: Tara Tillman Email: tara@westchesterealty.com Phone number: +1 336-451-1768      Connect with Leigh Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.   Subscribe to Leigh's other podcast Real Estate From The Rooftops     Sponsors Leigh Brown University – New On-Demand Training How to Dominate During This Recession! Enroll Now to learn practical steps for effective action, discover what to say, and ensure success in securing listings, assisting buyers, and expanding your business, regardless of market conditions.  Enroll today at: https://www.leighbrownuniversity.com/dominate-recession  Enter code: CSIRE20 at checkout for a 20% discount.

Step into the world of real estate education with Shelly Vincent as she unveils the crucial role of Multiple Listing Services in agent empowerment. Stay tuned for insights into the qualities that define an agent’s success, and get ready for (possibly) controversial revelations that’ll spark thought-provoking discussions within the real estate community. Key takeaways to listen for Multiple Listing Service (MLS): What it is, how it works, and its importance Why policies matter in creating an MLS for a real estate association Issues an MLS might have in the digital age Essential traits you should possess when interacting with clients Shelley’s hot take on the barrier of entry in real estate Resources mentioned in this episode MLS.com Zillow About Shelly Vincent  Shelly Vincent, the VP of Operations and Employing Broker for HomeSmart in CO, also serves as the Vice Chair of REColorado, overseeing one of the nation's largest MLSs while chairing the MLS Policy and contributing to the CAR Legislative Policy and Professional Standards Committees. Additionally, she is a podcaster, certified ACU, and Crypto instructor, public speaker, and active Realtor.      Connect with Shelly  Facebook: Shelly Vincent   LinkedIn: Shelly Vincent  Instagram: @shellyvincent   Email: shellyvincent@mac.com      Connect with Leigh Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.   Subscribe to Leigh's other podcast Real Estate From The Rooftops     Sponsors Leigh Brown University – New On-Demand Training How to Dominate During This Recession! Enroll Now to learn practical steps for effective action, discover what to say, and ensure success in securing listings, assisting buyers, and expanding your business, regardless of market conditions.  Enroll today at: https://www.leighbrownuniversity.com/dominate-recession  Enter code: CSIRE20 at checkout for a 20% discount.

Mike Abramowitz joins us in this episode to discuss the transformative power of efficient business systems in attaining time freedom and prioritizing what truly matters. Gain valuable insights as he shares his personal comeback story, emphasizing how strategically implemented systems supported his income during challenging times in his life, and learn how you can do the same.     Key takeaways to listen for Mike’s first learning moment in real estate Perks of systemizing your business 6 keys to become time-rich The importance of defining the rules of engagement in a business How to set boundaries and stick to them     Resources mentioned in this episode Cutco Tony Robbins Calendly Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki G.R.A.B. TOMORROW: Your Best Year Ever by Mike Abramowitz  Who Not How by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell The 80% Approach by Dan Sullivan The Gap and The Gain by Dan Sullivan 10x Is Easier than 2x by Dan Sullivan   Do you want to strategize and figure out how to delegate your tasks efficiently? Then sign up for Mike’s free 90-day delegation plans at https://www.betterthanrich.com/90dayplan.     About Mike Abramowitz Mike is an accomplished author, speaker, coach, and philanthropist. He is a Strategist at Better Than Rich, a platform providing mentorship and education to the next generation of leaders. He is also the Founder of G.R.A.B. Tomorrow, a community that helps individuals avoid the trends from 2012, and the Founder of PB&J for Tampa Bay, an effort to feed 25,000 homeless people in the Tampa Bay area.    Previously, Mike worked as a District Executive at Vector Marketing, where he first learned about sales and leadership. He is based in the Greater Tampa Bay Area, Florida, with his family.     Connect with Mike Website: Better Than Rich Instagram: @betterthan_rich Facebook: Better Than Rich YouTube: Better Than Rich LinkedIn: Better Than Rich X: @betterthan_rich TikTok: betterthanrich Email: mike@betterthanrich.com     Connect with Leigh Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.   Subscribe to Leigh's other podcast Real Estate From The Rooftops     Sponsors Leigh Brown University – New On-Demand Training How to Dominate During This Recession! Enroll Now to learn practical steps for effective action, discover what to say, and ensure success in securing listings, assisting buyers, and expanding your business, regardless of market conditions.  Enroll today at: https://www.leighbrownuniversity.com/dominate-recession  Enter code: CSIRE20 at checkout for a 20% discount.

Join me for an engaging conversation with NaTasha Grimes, and discover how personality development can help you maximize your strengths and make your real estate game stronger. NaTasha also shares a story of an agent who was supposed to list her house but lacked social awareness and the skill set of understanding – a story you won’t want to miss!     Key takeaways to listen for Personality development tips and why you need to learn them Are generational differences a factor in real estate marketing and relationship-building? Questions you need to ask yourself before hiring a personality coach  Actionable tips for beginner real estate agents who want to improve their real estate game Powerful piece of advice to real estate agents who are fresh out of the gate     Resources mentioned in this episode Facebook   Calling all real estate agents! Ready to level up your game and uncover NaTasha’s game-changing insights on personality and how it shapes your goal-setting journey? Join her in Concord, North Carolina, on February 28 at 12:30. Visit https://www.ascensionsolutions.online for more info. About NaTasha Grimes NaTasha Grimes is the owner and CEO of Ascension Solutions. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Education from Longwood University and a Master’s degree in Human Resources Training and Development from Amberton University. In addition, she is also a Wired That Way Certified Personality Trainer.    With over a decade of experience as an elementary school teacher, personal mentor, and professional development coach, NaTasha had the privilege of sharing her passion for personal growth with countless individuals. Her mission is to provide practical, easy-to-understand methods for personal and professional growth.   Connect with NaTasha Website: Ascension Solutions  Instagram: @ascensionsolutions Facebook: Ascension Solutions YouTube: AscensionSolutions LinkedIn: Ascension Solutions Email: info@ascensionsolutions.online     Connect with Leigh Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.   Subscribe to Leigh's other podcast Real Estate From The Rooftops     Sponsors Leigh Brown University – New On-Demand Training How to Dominate During This Recession! Enroll Now to learn practical steps for effective action, discover what to say, and ensure success in securing listings, assisting buyers, and expanding your business, regardless of market conditions.  Enroll today at: https://www.leighbrownuniversity.com/dominate-recession  Enter code: CSIRE20 at checkout for a 20% discount.

In this episode, Mike Marshall joins us for an insightful discussion on land use, planning, and zoning. He also shares a mind-boggling story about a girl who brought her McRib shenanigans to an official land development hearing. So, if you're into real estate, land, and crazy stories, you won't want to miss this!     Key takeaways to listen for Challenges in California’s land use and housing regulations Insights into build-to-rent communities and other development trends Where to find the best opportunities in land development     Resources mentioned in this episode California Environmental Quality Act McRib - Santa Clarita City Council     About Mike Marshall With more than 20 years of experience in land use and development, Mike has been the brains behind an array of forced appreciation projects, ranging from 1,200 lot subdivisions to medical office buildings to commercial changes of use and rezoning projects.    He's also been instrumental in creating new zoning code language and future land use plans affecting future development. Mike lives in North Texas with his wife, three kids, a dog, and a white picket fence. It's a life he fully cherishes.     Connect with Mike Website: Tolosa Property Group LinkedIn: Mike Marshall   Facebook Group: Forced Appreciation Strategies      Connect with Leigh Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.   Subscribe to Leigh's other podcast Real Estate From The Rooftops     Sponsors Leigh Brown University – New On-Demand Training How to Dominate During This Recession! Enroll Now to learn practical steps for effective action, discover what to say, and ensure success in securing listings, assisting buyers, and expanding your business, regardless of market conditions.  Enroll today at: https://www.leighbrownuniversity.com/dominate-recession  Enter code: CSIRE20 at checkout for a 20% discount.

In this episode, we unravel the emotional tapestry that underpins successful real estate transactions. Lynn will guide us through the intricate process of connecting with clients on a deeper level, understanding their needs, and harnessing the power of emotions to close deals more effectively. She'll share an enchanting tale from her own experience about a magical house showing that transformed her approach to real estate.     Key takeaways to listen for Importance of continuous learning and skill development in real estate A crucial step real estate agents need to remember before working on a sale A vital lesson REALTORS® should always remember Why you need to acknowledge and learn from your failures The best way to deal with clients’ feeling     Resources mentioned in this episode Zoom Miracle on 34th Street National Association of REALTORS®     About Lynn Sharer Lynn is a Real Estate Broker at Quaint Oak Real Estate in Allentown, Pennsylvania. She was a former Associate Broker at Long & Foster Companies and General Manager at ARAMARK Healthcare. Lynn is also a speaker and an instructor to new real estate agents.   She obtained her Master’s Degree in Nutritional Microbiology from Drexel University and her Bachelor’s Degree in Science from Ashland University.     Connect with Lynn Facebook: Lynn Sharer, Broker QORE |  Lynn Sharer, speaker, instructor Email: Lynn@LynnSharer.com Phone numbers: 215-272-0486 | 267-946-9600     Connect with Leigh Please subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.   Subscribe to Leigh's other podcast Real Estate From The Rooftops     Sponsors Leigh Brown University – New On-Demand Training How to Dominate During This Recession! Enroll Now to learn practical steps for effective action, discover what to say, and ensure success in securing listings, assisting buyers, and expanding your business, regardless of market conditions.  Enroll today at: https://www.leighbrownuniversity.com/dominate-recession  Enter code: CSIRE20 at checkout for a 20% discount.