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Keeping It Real Podcast • Secrets Of Top 1% REALTORS ® • Interviews With Real Estate Brokers & Agents

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Thursday · 48 min
How to Become the Agent Everyone Refers Without Chasing Leads • Gwen Snyder
Gwen Snyder shares how she’s built more than $500 million in sales without relying on cold calls. Instead, she reveals why authentic relationships, exceptional client service, and becoming genuinely “referable” have been the foundation of her business. Gwen also explains her proven systems for earning repeat business, marketing luxury listings, and staying top of mind, while opening up about the personal challenges that shaped her resilience and mindset as an entrepreneur. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Gwen Snyder can be reached at 303.718.1085. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.
August 11 · 31 min
How Your Past Clients Keep Their Low Rate And Still Buy The Next House • Learning With A Lender • Austin Clarence
Welcome to our monthly feature Learn With A Lender with Austin Clarence. In this episode, Austin breaks down the lending strategies agents can use to help homeowners move without giving up the low mortgage rates they locked in years ago. Next, Austin explains how turning a current home into a rental, using bridge loans, HELOCs, and tapping into home equity can create new opportunities to purchase a next home or start building an investment portfolio. Austin also shares how AI is streamlining the lending process, particularly for HELOCs and other equity-based products, and why agents should stay in touch with past clients instead of assuming their options are limited. Subscribe to Austin’s newsletter by sending an email to aclarence@nexalending.com. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Austin Clarence can be reached at +1 650-906-2376 and aclarence@nexalending.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.
August 5 · 44 min
How a 30 Under 30 Agent Built a Top 1% Real Estate Business Before 30 • Sam Burke
Sam Burke, 2026 NAR 30 Under 30 honoree, shares how he built a top-producing real estate business before turning 30 through disciplined systems, relentless prospecting, and a relationship-first mindset. Sam reveals the daily habits, cold-calling strategies, and client experience that helped him stand out early in his career, while also explaining how he built his own real estate investment portfolio along the way. He also dives into his YouTube and social media strategy, showing why creating lifestyle-focused content and optimizing for AI search is becoming a major competitive advantage for today’s agents. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Sam Burke can be reached at samburke@johnlscott.com and (425) 210-4332. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.
August 3 · 25 min
Stop Worrying About AI, Worry About Your Marketing Instead • Monday Market Minute ‭• Carrie McCormick
In our August episode, Carrie McCormick shares how AI is transforming the way buyers search for homes, how agents build their brands, and why hyper-local expertise has never been more valuable. Carrie also explains why today’s buyers are shopping for a lifestyle rather than just square footage, and why the agents who embrace content creation, education, and trusted relationships will thrive in the AI era. Plus, Carrie shares five bold predictions for how AI will reshape real estate over the coming year. Please follow Carrie on Instagram. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Carrie can be reached at carrie@atproperties.com or by phone at 312.961.4612. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.
July 31 · 38 min
Why Today’s Sellers Call AI Before They Call an Agent • Vija Williams
Vija Williams explains why AI isn’t replacing great real estate agents but it’s redefining their role. Vija shares how today’s consumers research home values, cash offers, and market data long before speaking with an agent, making it more important than ever for agents to become trusted advisors and problem solvers. Vija also breaks down how cash offer leads and iBuyer partnerships can create a powerful new seller lead source while helping agents win more listings. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Vija Williams can be reached at vija@vija.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.
July 30 · 11 min
From Sunshine to Sold: Summer Content Strategies for Agents • Video Boot Camp for Real Estate Professionals • Kim Rittberg
In this episode Real Estate Video Coach Kim Rittberg breaks down how real estate agents can leverage both long-form and short-form video, plus her “2C’s” framework by sharing personal summer moments and powerful client wins. Kim also describes how to turn your downtime into content that builds trust, showcases your expertise, and keeps you top of mind with your sphere. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Sign up for Kim’s “5 Videos Every Real Estate Agent Must Make to Sell More Homes“. Enroll for Kim’s 7-Day Challenge to Be On-Camera or Kim’s Real Estate Video Kickstart! Follow Kim on Instagram. Subscribe to Kim on YouTube. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.
July 28 · 43 min
Why Local Knowledge Beats AI Every Time • Kelsey Caputo
Kelsey Caputo 30 under 30 honoree – class of 2026 breaks down how AI is transforming real estate without replacing great agents. Next, Kelsey explains why niche, local expertise still beats generic AI valuations especially around boating access, seawalls, zoning, and short-term rental rules in a complex second-home market. Kelsey also shares how she uses AI to prep for appointments, anticipate objections, build ideal buyer profiles, and target ultra high net worth clients more precisely. Last, Kelsey dives into trust-based luxury relationships, lifestyle-matching for second homes, and the power of saying “I don’t know, I’ll find out” in a high-stakes market. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Kelsey Caputo can be reached at kelsey@keysrealestate.com and (305) 363-9998. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.
July 27 · 11 min
The 30 Days That Cost Agents Thousands (And How to Fix It) • Coffee Talks with D.J.
Welcome to our series “Coffee Talks with D.J.” Nearly one in seven home sales falls apart after going under contract, but what if the difference between closing and canceling comes down to how you communicate? In this episode of Coffee Talks, D.J. breaks down why so many deals fail during escrow and share a simple three-step system to keep buyers confident, reduce fall-throughs, and turn signed contracts into successful closings. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!
July 24 · 42 min
Back to Basics: How Follow-Up and Database Depth Beat Any New Tool • Better Your Business With Ben • Ben Lalez
Welcome to our series Better Your Business With Ben. In this episode Ben Lalez dives into why most real estate agents are losing deals not to the market, but to silence, those three-day gaps where clients hear nothing. DJ and Ben break down a simple, daily follow-up rhythm that keeps buyers and sellers feeling supported from first contact through years after closing, turning databases into real volume. They also explore how AI is changing real estate, where it genuinely helps (speed, efficiency, systems) versus where it falls short (emotional intelligence, trust, accountability). Please follow Ben on Instagram and TikTok. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Ben Lalez can be reached at 312.789.4054 and ben.lalez@compass.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.
July 15 · 17 min
Nobody is Clicking on Your Youtube Videos: Here’s Why • The YouTube Lab • Sarah Maslowski
Welcome to another episode of YouTube Lab with Sarah Maslowski. In this episode, Sarah breaks down proven strategies for creating click-worthy titles, designing high-performing thumbnails, and building a streamlined workflow that saves time while maximizing views. Sarah also shows you how to batch-create photo assets, leverage AI, and know when to outsource so every video has the best chance to reach the right audience. Sarah provides practical tips can help you stand out in a crowded feed whether you’re just starting on YouTube or looking to grow your real estate channel. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Sarah Maslowski can be reached at hello@keypointhomesgroup.com and +1(470) 577-6472. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.
July 14 · 40 min
Why Home Prices Keep Rising Despite High Mortgage Rates • Learning With A Lender • Austin Clarence
Welcome to our monthly feature Learn With A Lender with Austin Clarence. In this episode, Austin discusses how global events, inflation, and shifting oil prices are influencing mortgage rates and what that could mean for buyers and agents in the months ahead. Austin explains the latest Fed outlook – why home values continue to appreciate despite higher rates, and how to help clients focus on long-term wealth instead of short-term rate fluctuations. Last, Austin focuses on powerful loan programs for doctors, first responders, veterans, and self-employed buyers, showing how the right financing strategy can open doors that many people don’t realize are available. Subscribe to Austin’s newsletter by sending an email to aclarence@nexalending.com. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Austin Clarence can be reached at +1 650-906-2376 and aclarence@nexalending.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.
July 13 · 19 min
Your Database Is A Graveyard • Coffee Talks
Welcome to our series “Coffee Talks with D.J.” In this episode of Coffee Talks, D.J. explores why repeat and referral business should become the foundation of a thriving real estate career, and why so many agents unintentionally leave those opportunities behind. D.J. discusses the simple “Dig” system for organizing your past clients, creating meaningful, value-driven follow-ups, and building relationships that generate referrals for years to come. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!
July 8 · 57 min
Why the Future of Real Estate Is Changing Faster Than You Think • Unpopular Real Estate Opinions • Chris Linsell
Welcome to our monthly feature Unpopular Real Estate Opinions with Chris Linsell. In this episode Chris and DJ unpack the proposed 21st Century Road to Housing Act, exploring how it could boost housing supply, improve affordability, and why its delay has become a major issue for the real estate industry. They also examine the growing influence of institutional investors, the challenges of inventory shortages, and how streamlining permitting could accelerate new home construction. Finally, Chris discusses how AI is reshaping home search, what that means for platforms like Zillow, and why the most successful agents of the future will be those who position themselves as trusted lifestyle advisors and expert problem-solvers. Please check Chris’ profile on LinkedIn. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.
July 7 · 50 min
No Plan B: Selling Jewelry to Rent and Climbing to the Top of Luxury • Valerie Fitzgerald
Valerie Fitzgerald shares her journey from arriving in Los Angeles as a single mom with a three-month-old baby and no connections to building one of the country’s top luxury real estate businesses. Valerie also reveals how she’s adapted to today’s AI-driven market through content, SEO, and relationship-focused marketing, while sharing a practical roadmap for new agents looking to succeed in 2026. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Valerie Fitzgerald can be reached at 310.285.7515. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.
June 29 · 1 hr 3 min
Pricing, Pipeline, and Production: The Playbook Behind a $600M Team • Zach Geisendorfer
Zach Geisendorfer returns to share the exact systems behind his “mega open house” strategy and how it consistently fills his pipeline with qualified clients. He and DJ break down how Fam Real Estate scaled too fast, hit a breaking point, then rebuilt with bulletproof onboarding, Fam Camp, and clear production standards. Zach also reveals his SOI playbook, pricing framework that turns listings into bidding wars, and a 10-day-close offer strategy that wins in multiple-offer situations. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Zach Geisendorfer can be reached at +1(760) 205-0719 and zach@famrealtygroup.com. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.
June 26 · 59 min
From Cratered Pipeline to Comeback Plan in 90 Days • Julia Hurley
Julia Hurley shares her 90-day reset playbook for agents whose business has cratered. She walks through exactly how she rebuilt after being voted out of a national brokerage partnership, including her systems for re-engaging past clients, reviving a dry pipeline, and turning open houses plus door knocking into consistent deals. Julia also opens up about managing “baggage” from politics and online reputation, and why offering real value to top producers and high-achievers is the fastest way to accelerate your own growth. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Julia Hurley can be reached here. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.
June 25 · 27 min
Success Isn’t the Cure: Breaking Free from the Need to Prove Yourself • The Inner Game of Real Estate Success • Paul Salter
Welcome to The Inner Game of Real Estate Success with high-performance hypnotherapist and mindset coach Paul Salter. In this episode, Paul breaks down one of the most common yet invisible patterns driving ambitious real estate agents, entrepreneurs, executives, and high performers: the need to prove themselves. He explores how a deep-seated desire to gain approval, earn acceptance, prove someone wrong, or finally feel “good enough” can quietly become the fuel source behind extraordinary achievement—and why that same fuel often leads to anxiety, burnout, perfectionism, emotional exhaustion, and an inability to enjoy success. You’ll learn how to identify whether you’re operating from “prove it” energy, why no amount of external achievement can resolve an internal worthiness wound, and how to shift from building success as validation to pursuing it from a place of purpose, fulfillment, and genuine freedom. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Schedule a high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching session with Paul here. Learn more about mindset and performance coaching for real estate agents here. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.
June 24 · 1 hr 15 min
Perfect Mom or Perfect Agent? • Breakthrough With Michael • Michael Opyd
Julia built a $14 million real estate business without a marketing plan or consistent social media strategy. Her success has always come from relationships, but she knows she’s capable of much more. In this episode of Breakthrough with Michael, Julia uncovers what’s really keeping her stuck: a lack of focus, resistance to structure, and the challenge of turning natural talent into a scalable business. No marketing hacks. Just an honest coaching conversation about finding clarity, building better habits, and stepping into the next level of success.n natural talent into intentional, scalable success. Ready to break through what’s holding you back? Apply now for your chance to be coached live on the show. Spots are limited to just one agent per month, so don’t wait – apply today. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Sign up for a personal breakthrough session with Michael Opyd here. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.
June 22 · 21 min
The Empty Stage Method – How To Get In Front of 100M People Your Competition Ignores • Coffee Talks
Welcome to our series “Coffee Talks with Tim and D.J.” In this episode of Coffee Talks, Tim and D.J. reveal why TikTok is the “empty stage” where 100 million people show up daily but only 15% of real estate agents bother to step on it. They break down three simple moves of the “Empty Stage Method” and along the way, they crush the myth that “my clients aren’t on TikTok” showing how even short, unpolished videos can quietly build powerful local authority. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube!
June 17 · 25 min
The Ultimate YouTube Lead Conversion Blueprint for Buyer Clients • The YouTube Lab • Sarah Maslowski
Welcome to another episode of YouTube Lab with Sarah Maslowski. In this episode, Sarah dives into her full lead conversion system for YouTube-generated real estate clients, moving beyond views and inquiries to signed contracts. She explains how Zoom or Google Meet consultations correct the imbalance between informed buyers and uninformed agents, while naturally filtering out less serious leads. Sarah also shares how AI note takers elevate virtual consults and outlines key red flags to help agents protect their time and focus on true buyers. If you’d prefer to watch this interview, click here to view on YouTube! Sarah Maslowski can be reached at hello@keypointhomesgroup.com and +1(470) 577-6472. This episode is brought to you by Real Geeks and Courted.io.

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