Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered

How to Find Success in an Ever-Evolving Industry

06 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you thrive in the ever-changing real estate industry? Chris Heller, President of OJO and former CEO of Keller Williams, shares his insights on ...

Winning More Listings: Strategies for Real Estate Agents

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Want to become a real estate "power agent"? Darryl Davis, keynote speaker and best-selling author, shares his secrets for success in today's challengi...

Understanding the NAR Settlement: What to Do Pt.2

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Need clarity on buyer representation agreements and touring agreements in a post-settlement world? Lesley Muchow, NAR's general counsel, is back for p...

Understanding the NAR Settlement: What to Do Pt.1

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Confused about the NAR lawsuit and settlement? Lesley Muchow, NAR's general counsel, joins us to clear up the confusion and provide clarity on the lat...

2025 Predictions: Real Estate Trends & Forecasts

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does the future hold for real estate in 2025? James and Keith are back with their annual predictions episode, recapping their 2024 forecasts and ...

How to Avoid "Catfishing": Ethical Marketing for Real Estate

09 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Want to know the secrets behind creating stunning real estate visuals? In this episode, we discuss the importance of ethical marketing, avoiding "catf...

How to Lead Through Tough Times

02 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How do you lead your company through tough times? Discover how to navigate turnarounds, build high-performing teams, and foster a culture of respect a...

How Matterport is Digitizing the Physical World

26 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Want to know how Matterport is transforming the real estate industry? RJ Pittman, CEO of Matterport, joins us to discuss the company's journey from se...

NAR Settlement: A Law Professor's Objection and Appeal

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is the NAR settlement really a win for consumers? Law professor Tanya Monestier joins us to expose the flaws in the settlement, the legal loopholes, a...

From Dish Network to RE/MAX Holdings: Erik Carlson's Rise to the Top

17 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered how a sales associate at Dish Network became the CEO of RE/MAX? In this episode, Erik Carlson shares his journey and leadership lessons ...

AI: The End of the World or a REALTOR'S® Best Friend?

12 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Will AI be the end of the world or an agent's best friend? Rich Swier and Lee Dickson, hosts of The AI Guys podcast, join us for a mind-bending explor...

Content Mastery: How to Engage and Build Your Brand

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Want to create content that captivates your audience and builds your brand? David Childers, President of Keeping Current Matters, is a content genius ...

Fractional Ownership & the Future of Affordable Housing

05 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is fractional ownership the future of affordable housing? Austin Allison, CEO of Pacaso, joins us once again, this time to discuss the potential of co...

Wall Street's Perspective on the Election for Residential Real Estate

28 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Want the Wall Street perspective on the recent election and its impact on real estate? John Campbell, Managing Director at Stephens Inc., joins us to ...

Industry Challenges in the Next 36 Months

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Where is the real estate industry heading? With 35 years of experience, Russ Cofano, CEO of Collabra Technology, joins us to discuss the challenges an...

Celebrating 100+ Episodes: Reflections & Future Plans

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s a celebration! We’re over 100 episodes into our podcast. We recap the experiences we had at the recent NAR conference in Boston. Sharing behi...

Dos and Don’ts When Working With Buyers and Sellers

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

NAR Senior Counsel Deanne Rymarowicz highlights the essential dos and don’ts for working with buyers and sellers. From transparency in buyer agreeme...

HUD’s David Berenbaum on Housing Counselors and Equal Access

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

David Berenbaum, deputy assistant secretary for housing counseling at U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, shares insights on how housing...

Global Real Estate Lessons and Liability Mitigation With eXp’s Leo Pareja

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Leo Pareja talks about managing liability risks at eXp, the benefits of the U.S. MLS system compared to international markets, and the challenges he f...

Navigating an Evolving Industry Through Education

10 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Robert Morris, broker and renowned real estate trainer, talks about the changing industry, how brokers can lead through transition, the value of desig...

Advocating for Change: Closing the Homeownership Gap

10 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Bryan Greene, vice president of policy advocacy for the National Association of REALTORS®, reflects on NAR’s advocacy successes and challenges from...

Gearing Up for 2026 With Kevin Brown

10 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Industry veteran Kevin Brown reflects on his 44-year career, discusses the challenges ahead as he prepares to lead NAR in 2026, and shares a message o...

What Buyers and Sellers Are Telling Us

10 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Jessica Lautz, deputy chief economist and vice president of research at the National Association of REALTORS®, breaks down NAR’s latest Profile...

Industry Insights and Leadership Lessons With Kevin Sears

10 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

NAR President Kevin Sears dives into the energy at NAR NXT and shares candid reflections on the state of the real estate industry, personal leadership...

Election Aftermath, Affordability and Market Trends

10 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun shares his predictions on economic policy under the newly elected president, discusses the affordability crisis, weig...

Tools for Buyer Consultation & Adding Value

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What headaches are buyers facing when buying a home? Outside of affordability there are additional challenges new homeowners face. In this episode, Je...

Jeremy Wacksman Talks PLNs, Agent Empowerment, and the Tech of the Future

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Want the inside scoop on Zillow's future? Jeremy Wacksman, the CEO of Zillow Group, joins us for a rare and revealing interview. We dive deep into Zil...

The Opportunity Report with Jack Miller

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s been 10 years since the Danger Report and now T3 Sixty has released the Opportunity Report. In this episode we have Jack Miller, President and ...

Is Proptech Failing Agents?

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are real estate agents being left behind in the rush towards technological disruption? In this episode, Heather Harmon, a seasoned broker and Proptech...

Unlocking Affordability: A Mortgage Expert's Perspective

10 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Is the dream of homeownership slipping away? Joining us in this episode is Pete Mills, Senior Vice President of the Mortgage Bankers Association, to p...

Launching a Successful Brand During a Crisis

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you build a brand during a crisis? In this episode, we sit down with industry titan, Sherry Chris, Executive Advisor for Anywhere Brands. As th...

What Happens When You Don’t Offer Cooperative Compensation

26 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The real estate industry is at a crossroads. Cooperative compensation has to stop and refocus efforts on skills. Mentorship is key and in this episode...

Uncoupling Commissions: A Fairer Marketplace?

19 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Will this be the episode that gets us canceled? Probably not, but in this episode, we sit down with Steve Brobeck, Senior Fellow for the Consumer Fede...

Politicians Misguided on NAR Settlement

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are politicians missing the mark on the NAR settlement? Joining us in this episode is Gary Acosta, CEO of the National Association of Hispanic Real Es...

No Cooperation Compensation: Why You Should Do the Same

05 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Creating simpler and fairer forms for the real estate industry wasn’t originally on eXp Realty CEO Leo Pareja’s forecast, but they did it. In this...

Bracing for a Hard Landing: Fed Late to the Game

29 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are we set on a potential hard landing in the housing market? Joining us in this episode is Logan Mohtashami, HousingWire's lead analyst, who provides...

Inman Connect 2024: Conspiracies, Commissions, & Consequences

28 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining us from Inman Connect 2024 in Las Vegas is Rob Hahn and Greg Robertson from the Industry Relations podcast. From the complexities of forms and...

Selling Homes with 0% Buyer Broker Compensation

27 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you sell homes with offering 0% buyer broker compensation? In this episode, we navigate the real estate compensation landscape with Chris Cragn...

Industry Trends, Wall Street, Portal Wars, Oh My!

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Who are the winners, who are hitting some headwinds this past quarter? Joining us once again is John Campbell, Managing Director at Stephens, Inc., to...

Staying Relevant in Real Estate

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you stay relevant in today's ever-changing industry? With his years of experience covering industry news, Brad Inman, Founder of Inman News, jo...

Leading NAR Through Crises with Nykia Wright

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Leading NAR through the turmoil that has occurred over the last year has had its challenges. Joining us in this episode is NAR CEO Nykia Wright to dis...

Affordability During Recession

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The last couple years haven't been great for residential real estate. With interest rates, lawsuits, lack of inventory, and the August 5th market plum...

Upcoming Opportunities in Real Estate with Stefan Swanepoel

08 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve been in the real estate industry long enough, you should be familiar with the Trend Reports and at least heard of the Danger Report. But, ...

The Power of Advocacy: NAR's Impact on the Industry

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How has NAR’s advocacy really shaped the real estate industry? Shannon McGahn, Chief Advocacy Officer for NAR, joins us again in this episode. She s...

Stop Sharing Commissions, Start Doing This

01 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Agents are feeling lost in navigating the post-August 17th commission maze. There’s one thing they need to do: stop trying to share commissions! Jam...

The Opportunity of Chaos

30 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“For an entrepreneur, this market is red meat… and chaos creates opportunity.” If you’re struggling to adapt in the rapidly changing market, y...

The Future Fusion of Real Estate Data & Services

25 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How will real estate data and services intersect in the future? Joining us is Vincent-Charles Hodder, co-founder and CEO of Local Logic, to share his ...

Does iBuying have a Future?

18 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Has iBuying it truly run its course? Joining us in this episode, we sit down with Lane Hornung, CEO and co-founder of zavvie, to explore the evolution...

Role Playing Buyer and Seller Objections - Post August 17th

11 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you struggling to navigate the post-August 17th real estate landscape? In this crucial episode, industry expert Ed Zorn joins us once again to add...

The Role of Agents in a Transparent Real Estate Market

04 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There’s a perceived lack of transparency in the real estate industry. That’s why it’s crucial to empower consumers to be active participants in ...

Combating Mainstream Media at the Local Level

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you tired of the mainstream media spreading misinformation about the real estate industry? In this episode, we sit down with Clayton Collins, CEO ...

Harnessing Creativity and Inspiring Innovation

27 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What does building centaur bikes, creating fake marathons, and having a passion for bird feeding have to do with real estate? In this episode, find ou...

Augmented Reality and the Future of Home Appraisals

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Augmented reality is the future of home appraisals and listings. Joining us on this episode is special guest, Jeff Allen, President of CubiCasa. James...

Transforming the Customer Experience in Real Estate

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“Customer service starts when the customer experience fails.” Discover game-changing insights on customer experience in real estate with our speci...

How to Make the Most of Real Estate News

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you work with the news outlets and be proactive with local media? Believe it or not, journalists are not out there digging up dirt and trying t...

Getting the Story about Real Estate Straight

30 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you tired of the lack of communication and cohesive media strategy in the real estate industry? Brian Boero, CEO of 1000watt, is a real estate mar...

The Quarterly Rundown with John Campbell

23 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Get ready for an in-depth look at the latest financial performance of publicly traded real estate companies! You won't want to miss this episode featu...

Balancing Real Estate Data Privacy and Information Sharing

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What lawsuits could be filed next to regulate the real estate industry and how could that impact you? Joining us today is Tim Dain, the President and ...

Off Market vs. on MLS Sales Price and Agent Steering Demystified

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There is a staggering difference in price when you sell a property off market versus on the MLS. Lisa Sturtevant, Chief Economist for Bright MLS, join...

The $650 Billion Problem in Commercial Real Estate

02 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Residential real estate isn’t the only industry getting beat up in the headlines. Commercial real estate is getting its fair share of press. This is...

Leveraging AI in Real Estate

25 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Leveraging AI to enhance agent-client interactions is the future of residential real estate, which is why Chief AI Officer and renowned speaker, Marki...

Innovating and Evolving: Redfin's Journey with Glenn Kelman

18 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

James and Keith sit down with Redfin's CEO, Glenn Kelman. As a top leader and innovator, Glenn shares his journey with Redfin from its early tech-driv...

NAR Settlement & Industry Transformation with Nick Bailey

11 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With the proposed NAR settlement on the table and the ever transforming industry, genuine leadership is the key during these times. Join James and Kei...

NAR's Next Moves: A Conversation with President Kevin Sears

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining James and Keith on this episode is Kevin Sears, the President of the NAR. Kevin pulls back the curtain on why NAR is looking to settle instead...

How Agents Get Compensated in This Post Lawsuit World

04 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode James and Keith sit down with Ed Zorn - VP & General Counsel for CRMLS and discuss how agents will get compensated in this post-lawsu...

Embracing Change and Innovation: Insights from Industry Veteran John Featherston

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you think the NAR lawsuits were a sham? On this episode, James and Keith sit down with industry veteran John Featherston, CEO of RISMedia, who shar...

Enhancing Processes in Residential Real Estate

21 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Just how much money do sellers lose when their property is sold off market vs being listed on the MLS? On this episode of Real Estate Insiders Unfilte...

NAR Settlement: Special Episode

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On Friday, the National Association of Realtors made a significant decision. They agreed to pay $418 million over four years and implemented a set of ...

Unveiling Insights and Innovations: The Future of MLS

14 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join James and Keith on this episode of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered with special guest Denee Evans, CEO of CMLS (Counsel of Multiple Listing Servi...

The Technological Revolution with Errol Samuelson

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Are you prepared for the technological revolution? On this episode of the Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered, James and Keith are joined by Zillow’s Ch...

Artificial Intelligence Helping Start the Conversation with Howard Tager

29 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered, James and Keith chat with Howard Tager, a luminary in AI for real estate. As CEO of Ylopo, Howard ...

NAR in the Eyes of the Real Estate Industry: Where Do They Stand?

22 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered, James and Keith are joined by special guest Diego Sanchez from HWMedia. With a pulse on every nuan...

How Emerging Industry Tech is Shaping the Future of Real Estate

15 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered, James and Keith have a special guest on the show, Ashley Stinton, managing partner of NARs REACH p...

The Future of Homeownership

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered, James and Keith are joined once again by industry legend Chris George. They cover a wide range of ...

The Good, The Bad, The Ugly: 2023 Real Estate Recap & Predictions for 2024

01 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered, James and Keith take a deep dive into the highlights of 2023 and provide a glimpse into what to ex...

Does Artificial Intelligence Replace The Realtor?

25 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Real Estate Insider's Unfiltered, join James and Keith alongside Jeff Kennedy, VP of Sales and Partnerships at LeadingRE, as they d...

Staying Relevant in Real Estate: Insights from Adam Contos

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered, real estate veteran and former CEO of RE/MAX International and current partner at Area 15 Ventures...

The Power of Vision Casting: Transforming Your Business with Joe Skousen

11 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join James and Keith as they chat with one of the biggest names in real estate tech, Joe Skousen, CEO of Inside Real Estate, on this episode of Real E...

Content Creation: The Dos and Don'ts

04 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Real Estate Insider's Unfiltered podcast, James and Keith are joined by Brooks Landry, CEO of Contentdrip.io, they dive deep into t...

Rags To Riches: A Conversation with Influencer Ricky Carruth

26 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Real Estate Insider's Unfiltered, James and Keith sit down with Ricky Carruth, a rags to riches success story in real estate! Hear ...

A World without NAR

21 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Real Estate Insider's Unfiltered, James and Keith have a candid and honest conversation with Seth Task, 2024 NAR Public & Federal I...

John Berkowitz's Insights on Navigating Tough Times

19 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, James and Keith sit down with John Berkowitz, Founder and CEO at OJO & Movoto.com, and they talk about the entrepreneurial mindset in...

Exploring Dynamic Video Remarketing and Parasocial Relationships

14 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Real Estate Insider's Unfiltered, our hosts James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson sit down with Grant Wise, Founder of Witly and reside...

Insights from a Real Estate Titan

12 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Real Estate Insider's Unfiltered, James and Keith chat with industry Titan Steve Murray, Partner at RealTrends Consulting, and Seni...

Housing Oversupply: What the Industry is Actually Facing Long Term

07 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in to this episode of Real Estate Insider's Unfiltered as James and Keith chat with industry icon Ivy Zelman, Co-Founder and Executive Vice Presi...

Should NAR Settle or Appeal: Post Verdict

30 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us on this episode of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered as we dive into the aftermath of the commission lawsuit case verdict. Ed Zorn returns to sh...

Why Does Real Estate Advertising Suck?

23 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode  of the Real Estate Insider's Unfiltered Podcast, James and Keith discuss why real estate advertising is terrible with Matt Marx, the...

Fluffy Thor and The Future of MLSs Post Class Action Lawsuits

16 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Real Estate Insider's Unfiltered, James and Keith discuss the RESO standards with RESO CEO, Sam DeBord, what the future of the MLS ...

From Bootstrap to Riches: One Proptech Entrepreneur’s Journey

09 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered what it takes to turn a bootstrapped startup into a wild success? Join James and Keith as they sit down with Melissa Kwan, Cofounder and...

The Verdict Is In: Here’s What Will Likely Happen Next and Your Go-Forward Plan

01 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered, even though they’re not happy being right about the commission lawsuits, James and Keith talk ab...

The Great Dual Agency Debate

26 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered, Keith and James have an in-depth discussion with Jessica Edgerton, Chief Legal Officer of Leading ...

RE/MAX & Anywhere Settlement Implications and is Keller Williams Next?

19 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

James and Keith sit down with Ed Zorn, Vice President and General Counsel at CRMLS - the largest MLS in the country. Learn what changes are coming fro...

The Portal Wars with Realtor.com’s New CEO Damian Eales

12 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Realtor.com has long been a titan of the real estate industry, but as their world continues to become more competitive, how will they maintain and gro...

Second Home Affordability with Austin Allison

05 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Get the inside scoop on second home ownership opportunities, affordability, and how to offer a portfolio of second homes to your clients from Austin A...

Class Action Lawsuits: Likely Outcome And How To Prepare

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What’s the impact of real estate industry class action lawsuits? Learn everything you need to know about the suit and settlements, how they are affe...

Victor Lund’s Guide to Better Mergers & Acquisitions

14 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to gain insider knowledge on mergers and acquisitions? Join us on this episode of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered as James and Keith are joined ...

The Future of Real Estate Appraisals

07 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered, James and Keith are joined by Anthony Young, CEO and Owner of Valued Audit to discuss important to...

Diversity in Real Estate Leadership

31 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered podcast, join James and Keith as they explore the topic of diversity in residential real estate...

Behind the Market Trends: Insights from Industry Expert Mike Simonsen

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discover the latest market insights from real estate expert Mike Simonsen on this episode of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered. James and Keith sit down...

Unlocking Equity & Increasing Home Value

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to increase the value of a home? Join Keith and James as they talk with Michael Alladawi, the founder and CEO of Revive. From unlock...