Hustle Humbly Podcast
Episodes
258: Making Real (Estate) Friends
15 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Being a solopreneur, as most agents are, is isolating. Making real estate friends can be difficult, but can make all the difference for your business ...
257: How To SHOW You Are a Realtor
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You've been out there telling everyone that you are ready to help them buy and sell, but how do you SHOW you are in real estate? Shockingly that socia...
256: He's Just Not That Into You
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Who could have guessed the movie we would most often quote in reference to real estate would be "He's Just Not That Into You"? As it turns out dating ...
255: Client Management Tips for Real Estate
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The most important principle they forgot to teach you in real estate school was client management. We are ready to share our definition and tips for u...
254: Podcast Therapy: Solving Your Real Estate Problems
17 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for us to solve your real estate problems with a little podcast therapy! Join us for this recording of our Hustle Humbly Community live from...
253: Say This Not That
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do the words you choose in your professional communications really matter? According to research, they do, and we are here to provide you with a list ...
252: Automation For Your Business?
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Is automation in your business the answer to all of your problems? Automation is one of those entrepreneurial buzzwords that you hear gurus shouting...
251: Work to LIVE
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to take stock of our businesses and priorities and decide if we are living to work or working to LIVE! As we move into the summer months w...
250: Practical Fair Housing Tips
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Let's welcome Fair Housing expert, speaker, and practicing agent, Harrison Beacher, as he gives us the tips and tricks we need to successfully navigat...
249: Encouragement for Moms
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In celebration of Mother's Day let's get together and give a little encouragement for the moms out there. Whether you are a mom now, hoping to be on...
248: Mother-Daughter Owned Real Estate Brokerage
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Running a family business can be tricky, but this mother daughter duo is navigating co-owning a brokerage smoothly! In this episode we have a lovely c...
247: May Flowers: Benefits of Owning a Home
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Homeownership is work, but the benefits far outweigh the effort when it comes to owning a home. In this episode we flip the coin from episode 243 wh...
246: The Stories in Your Head
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The stories in our own heads can truly get the best of us. In this episode of "podcast therapy" we share our own personal struggles with the stories...
245: How to Change Brokers
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Remembering all the things you need to do when you switch brokers can be overwhelming, so we are giving you the how to. In this episode we break dow...
244: Our Thoughts on NAR SETTLEMENT Part 2
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for part 2 of our thoughts on the proposed NAR settlement. In this follow up episode to our SPECIAL BONUS episode released 3/27, we are gi...
243: April Showers: Homeownership Struggles
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes being a homeowner is a struggle that we and our buyers aren't quite prepared for. In this episode we are telling the stories of issues we've...
BONUS: Our Thoughts on THE PROPOSED SETTLEMENT PART 1
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this SPECIAL BONUS episode we are giving some history on commissions, explaining who NAR is(and how we feel about them) and discussing the terms of...
242: Real Estate Agent Resume: How To
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Standing out with your own agent resume is a must to attract buyers and sellers and we are going to walk you through how to do it! In this episode we ...
241: Make Your Own Luck/The D's of Real Estate
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When the market gets you down and you think you don't have control, make your own luck! In this episode we debunk 3 real estate myths and give you the...
240: Loopholes of Real Estate
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You can never be too careful when it comes to finding and using the loopholes of real estate. In this episode we share some stories of our own, plus t...
239: Value Proposition
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Communicating your value proposition as a Realtor is more important now than it has ever been before. As lawsuits pile up against the National Associa...
238: Closing Time: Real Estate Edition
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for another deep dive into real estate closings! You worked so hard to get here so let's make sure you do it right. This episode gives you...
237: Lead Generation in a Shifting Real Estate Market
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lead generation is always a hot topic in real estate but even more so as the real estate market shifts and changes. In this episode we are diving in...
236: Rapid Fire Q&A
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's time for another Q&A and this time we are going rapid fire! We were overwhelmed with your recent response to our call for listener questions and ...
235: Confessions of 2023's Home Buyers and Sellers
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
2023's home buyers and sellers have been interviewed by NAR and we have their confessions. As self proclaimed data nerds, we are ready to review the b...
234: Facebook Groups SUCK!
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are hundreds of Facebook groups for Realtors and finding a good one can be a challenge. In this episode we share tips for choosing and participa...
233: Seller Commission Explained
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We covered buyer brokerage and now we are arming you with how to explain seller commission. It's time for agents to stand up, speak to their value and...
232: Buyer Brokerage How To's
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Talk of buyer brokerage is consuming the real estate industry right now and we are here to offer our how to's for improving your buyer brokerage proce...
231: The Busy Brain Cure
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we welcome neurologist, Dr. Romie Mushtaq, author of The Busy Brain Cure, to share with us how to change our busy brains. You don't want to...
230: Growth Mindset; You Have 52 Mondays
01 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's Monday AND the first day of the year, so let's talk growth mindset and what we are going to do with our 52 Mondays! The foundational piece we ...
229: Dear Real Estate Santa,
25 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dear Real Estate Santa, we have just a few things on our list… Join us to find out what they are and then tell us yours on social media! Leave...
228: Real Estate Headlines
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Real estate headlines have been the norm for decades. Seems like real estate stories have really exploded into the headlines lately, but this is not...
227: Realtor Plant Lady/How Plants Affect Real Estate
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How plants can be used in your real estate business from staging to gifting, a chat with another Realtor plant lady, Stacey Lane. In this episode w...
226: Number Tracking and Goal Setting for your Real Estate Business
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Get the full list of numbers you should track in your real estate business and let those numbers guide you in setting your goals. It's that tim...
225: Standing Out to Succeed!
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Standing out in your real estate business using tools, best practices, and great customer service is the key to long term success! You open your ma...
224: Holiday Business Growth Using Your Database
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Reaching out to your database, building relationships, & growing your business with your real estate database during the holiday season doesn't need t...
223: Celebrating Veterans with VA Home Loans!
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you do one thing to celebrate Veteran's Day this year, let it be listening to this episode of Hustle Humbly. Our veterans have selflessly served ou...
222: Where Real Estate Brokers Go Wrong
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Unlocking Success: Exploring Broker Pitfalls and Strategies for Real Estate Excellence Being a real estate broker is a tough job! Managing people for ...
221: Haunted House Stories
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
DISCLAIMER: If you are triggered by death, crime, paranormal activity and general creepy stuff, then this is not the episode for you. We meant no disr...
220: Free Things to Grow and Run Your Real Estate Biz
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are back again with a list of FREE tools and activities you can be using right NOW to grow your real estate business. What are our favorite free te...
219: Process Over Outcome, Trusting Your Real Estate Process in Any Market
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When the market slows it can be hard to "trust the process". Nervous sellers and reluctant buyers asking lots of questions and feeling all the feels c...
218: Real Estate Contingencies Explained
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you are new to the real estate industry or a seasoned veteran, offers contingent on the sale of another home have likely not been on your rada...
217: Desperate for Deals: Agents on the Edge
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when inventory is tighter, interest rates keep creeping higher, house prices are elevated and the real estate market is tougher? Agent be...
216: Important Safety Stories & Tips for Realtors
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are so fortunate to have Jen Stanbrough, broker at REMAX Precision, team leader and Realtor safety advocate on the show this episode! Jen is involv...
215: A Boutique Brokerage Marrying Real Estate and Design
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are welcoming Katy's very own broker, Brandy Salbador! Brandy is sharing with us her amazing journey as an entrepreneur starting with owning ...
214: Buyer Brokerage: Preparing for Changes in The Real Estate Industry
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Alright y'all, it's time to tackle the real estate industry's current legal battles. In this episode we are coming to you live from the news desk to g...
213: What Every Good AirBnB Needs
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After a summer full of traveling, it's time to discuss what makes a great vacation rental! Find out our take on baby gear, irons, tiny shampoos and mo...
212: Does Time Blocking Work for Real Estate?
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The messages you hear about how you "should" be working your real estate business have some pretty hard core scheduling tips. Never miss a Monday, do ...
211: Ask Us Anything
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You asked and we answered. And giggled. And were embarrassed. It felt like a great time to have a light episode requested by you! We put out the call ...
210: Quick Routines for Quick Wins
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to take inventory of our life and work routines! How do we take the things we do repeatedly and make them easy routines that free up our bra...
209: Insurance Struggles: The Perfect Storm
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Insurance may seem like a dry topic, but truthfully a storm is brewing in the world of insurance and it will impact everyone. In this episode we inter...
208: Back on the Market
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes things just don't work out in life and in real estate. We wish every contract on our listings got to the closing table easily, but that is...
207: The What & Whys of Real Estate Walk-throughs
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You found the perfect home, made it through inspections, appraisals, the loan process and now all that's left is the closing. Umm, WRONG! Don't miss t...
206: Why Agents Get a Bad Rep
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The number one mission of Hustle Humbly is to bring professionalism back to the Realtor brand. When we received a message from a local real estate inv...
205: Types of Properties: Positives and Pitfalls
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Before you skip this episode we aren't just talking about what the different properties are, which you may know. We are sharing why the type of proper...
204: You're a Full Time Agent, Now What?!
03 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You got your license and dipped your toe in the real estate pool at first, but now you've jumped in the deep end and decided to go full time! Before y...
203: Property Management How To's
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to tackle the inner workings of property management! Today we welcome Matt Hughes, owner of Hughes Realty Group, who has done it all in real...
202: Social Media is Sexy; Email is Effective with Jenna Kutcher
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's another "pinch us" moment with this week's guest! This episode we are welcoming the one and only Jenna Kutcher!! Jenna Kutcher guides millions of...
201: Making Choices and Setting Boundaries
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sparked by a listener request for advice we are tackling the often asked question: Can you do it ALL? We bet you can guess our answer to that one. We ...
200: Surviving Summer in Real Estate
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The funny thing about being surrounded by Realtors is that you hear other agents constantly complaining about being slow and/or busy and at any given ...
199: Building a Design Business with Alma Homes
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the pod we are thrilled to snag a guest who's designs we've been following for years! There's nothing better than an email update from th...
198: Real Estate Specific Side Hustles; Full Time vs Part Time Agents
22 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
By 2022 the number of Realtors peaked at over 1.6 million. In 2023 nearly 32,000 agents left the field. As the market has shifted and in some ways sta...
197: The Solo Journey
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
T Swift made it popular and now everyone is talking about their "eras", so let's jump on that trend and take a journey through Katy & Alissa's real es...
196: Everything You Need to Know About Real Estate School
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week we welcome a guest to the studio to tell us all about owning a real estate school! Brent Lancaster is broker/owner of his own real estate co...
195: If We Had to Do It All Over Again
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If we had to go back to the beginning of our real estate business and start over from scratch, what would we change? Would we do anything the same? (S...
194: How to Choose a Broker
24 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You barely finished the class and passed the test to get your real estate license and now you have to make a big choice: who should be your broker? Th...
193: Handling Difficult Deals
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Not every real estate transaction originates from happy circumstances and not every real estate client is a pleasure to serve. In today's episode we d...
192: Do You Get What You Pay For? Talking to an Ex-Discount Brokerage Agent
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Non-traditional broker, flat-fee broker, limited-service broker or simply discount broker, there are quite a few names for a brokerage that doesn't ru...
191: Do Your Due Diligence
03 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Cold feet and buyer's remorse are real life problems that may take your real estate transaction from pleasant to painful in an instant. As a buyer, us...
190: The Unbelievable World of Wire Fraud and Other Title Talk
27 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we welcome one of our most knowledgeable and well-respected local title attorneys, Niki Beeson. Niki is part owner of Commerce Title &...
189: Winning with Your Listing Photos
20 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You never get a second chance to make a first impression, right? We all know by now that buyers' first impressions of your listing happen online, so y...
188: Task Frequency/What To Do and When To Do It
13 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Realtors NEVER run out of things to do. There are tasks and tasks for days! We spend a lot of time trying to come up with ideal days, task batches, pl...
187: Listener Questions Answered
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Time to tackle more of your questions! In this episode we cover boundaries, networking, finding your accountability person, margarita machines and mor...
186: Two Weeks Notice with Amy Porterfield
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When one of your business heroes reaches out to come on your podcast, you pick yourself up off the floor, stop hyperventilating and get that ish sched...
185: Website Woes
20 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Real estate websites can suck up a ton of your time and money while being a source of stress and overwhelm in your business. Technology is constantly ...
184: Reviews: Love Letters from Your Clients
13 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What's the first thing you do when you go to make a big purchase, hire a service provider, or even eat at a new restaurant? Read the reviews! Your soo...
183: How Do You Sell a House? A Guide for Consumers
06 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Alright, sellers! It's your turn! Think you know what it's like to sell a house? You bought one before, how different could it be? Well, in this episo...
182: Is It Time to Hire a Coach?
30 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A career in real estate is most closely mirrored by a roller coaster ride. There are super high highs and really low lows. In the valleys of your busi...
181: How Do You Buy a House? A Guide for Consumers
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Buying a home will likely be the largest purchase you make in your life and the process can be overwhelming. In this week's episode we are talking to ...
180: The 2022 NAR Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers
16 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Last year one of our most highly downloaded episodes was The Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, so we are here again with this year's data! And, yes,...
179: Is Technology Leaving You Behind
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The real estate industry seems to change at lightning speed. We are constantly being bombarded with new technology and ideas to advance our business. ...
178: Spruce Up Your Biz
02 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We don't simply help people buy and sell houses. We run a business! And whether we are doing it well or not depends on how we are keeping up with all ...
177: What's the Word?
26 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to get ready for a new year! This week we revisit some of our favorite things to do to get our mind and our business right. We are going to ...
176: Learning About Yourself, A Fun One
19 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a fan of introspection like we are? In this episode we talk about one of our favorite tools to decipher who you are and why you do the things ...
175: The FINAL Flip Report
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do do do do da beep… goodbye? It's time to hear how Alissa's most recent flip project turned out. What had her stressed? Why didn't her buyer buy th...
174: Working on the Road
05 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Take a look around you. Are you in your car? Chances are as a Realtor either the answer is yes or about to be yes. Lol! Jokes and memes about what Rea...
173: Million Dollar Mindset with James Harris
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We nearly shook our heads right off agreeing with so much of what this guest said. In today's episode we welcome James Harris of Million Dollar Listin...
172: A Long Drive and A Day Off
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As we enter the heavy holiday travel season it felt only right to tell you the story of a very long drive and some of our best tips for taking a day o...
171: The Cornerstone of Your Business
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There's only one type of client that will sustain a happy, fun, and safe business long term: repeats and referrals! And there's one system in particul...
170: The Do's and Don'ts of Dual Agency
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's hard to think of anyone better to work with than yourself. 🤣 Dual agency, as it is called in many states, occurs when the same agent represent...
169: When You Don't Get Paid/Stories of Expireds and Withdrawns
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's the perfect time of year for some seriously scary stories! Mean sellers, overpriced listings, and hundreds of days on the market: OH MY! We've ...
168: Atomic Habits Review
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you choose any personal development book to read, you should start with James Clear's Atomic Habits! We had the pleasure of reading this book with ...
167: Finding Calm in Your Real Estate Business
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Breathe in, breathe out. Ommmmmm. Close your eyes, picture yourself walking out of a closing, commission check in hand. Your client just praised what ...
166: Email Marketing/Real Estate Newsletters
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There is truly nothing more annoying than spam. So much so that there is federal law prohibiting it. Why on Earth would anyone want to use email as a ...
165: Working with Friends and Family
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"Never mix business with pleasure." Isn't that how the saying goes? BUT you've listened to the show before and you know we work our database/sphere as...
164: Selling Yourself as a New Agent
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Soooo, everyone you know knows 5 agents. How in the world will you ever get your business off the ground? It's time to talk about exactly how you can ...
163: Leaning Into Your Strengths
19 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's right there in the intro, "stop comparing yourself and start embracing YOUR strengths". You have likely heard us say this over and over again, bu...
162: Marketing a Listing
12 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to get back to the basics of HOW you get a listing sold! In this chat we cover what you as an agent need to do to market a home. Do you need...
161: Realtor Safety Tips from a LEO
05 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
September is Realtor safety month!! It doesn't matter if you are brand new or a seasoned vet; Realtor safety is something you should take very serious...
160: Working in a Shifting Market
29 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Does it feel like the ground below you is slipping away? Just when we got used to the challenging sellers' market, the interest rate jumps and we find...