Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate With Leigh Brown

In this episode, Keri Wass analyzes the emotional aspect of downsizing a family home and shares a story about a senior couple that left their moving preparations to the last minute. Was she able to pull off the relocation in less than 10 days? Stay tuned and find out. Key takeaways to listen for A solution for those wanting to downsize their property The emotional process of leaving a family home behind Why you shouldn't procrastinate on your moving preparations Benefits of hiring a professional move manager About Keri Wass After spending 27 years in the corporate world, Keri Wass decided to launch a business to help families and older adults through what can be a difficult and stressful time in their lives. Caring Transitions of Lake Norman specializes in assisting seniors relocate to independent and assisted living communities, as well as helping individuals and families with liquidating household belongings through estate sales and online auctions. They offer a variety of services that are tailored to ea

Land may not be as exciting as other asset classes, but it can be highly profitable if you do it the right way. Join us today as Brent Bowers shares how his land business model works, two stories that include an unethical REALTOR/litigation attorney, and a seller who closed his deal from prison. Key takeaways to listen for How to get your first wholesale deal The ethical way to do wholesaling Best markets for land investing Why people purchase seller-financed land The importance of having experts in your corner   About Brent Bowers Wholesaling Inc Coach and Creator of the TTP Method, Brent Bowers is considered to be one of the most successful Real Estate Wholesalers in the country. Through his unique approach to Real Estate investing with his TTP system, Brent has bought and sold thousands of properties across the country and has taught aspiring Real Estate investors how to do the same. His no-nonsense, “step by step” coaching methods along with his passion to help others succeed has created a loyal family

If you ever suspect that a deal seems too good to be true, be careful - you're probably right. In this episode, Shawn Winslow shares a story about a juicy investment that quickly turned into a nightmare and another one about a laundry room where people did more than just washing their clothes. Stay tuned to learn a cool trick to connect with experienced investors and how to evaluate your potential transactions. Key takeaways to listen for Is it possible to have time AND money? What types of commercial real estate are available? Where to find a mentor and how to reach out to them Proposed tax changes you should pay attention to What is the 1% rule for investment properties? Resources mentioned in this episode Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not! FAKE: Fake Money, Fake Teachers, Fake Assets: How Lies Are Making the Poor and Middle Class Poorer   About Shawn Winslow Shawn Winslow is the founder and Managing Partner of Greenbriar Capital Group.

Today we have “Green” Eileen Oldroyd for you, who will be sharing a story about the 85’ vegetable oil-fueled car she used to drive, and another one about a client that fell in love with a piano that suddenly went missing. Listen to this episode and learn the 3 things you can do to save money, lower your energy bill, and turn your property into a green home. Key takeaways to listen for What to consider before getting solar panels Why you should get an energy auditor Where to find a trustworthy energy auditor How to get your home energy certification The importance of having flood insurance Resources mentioned in this episode RESNET Pearl Certification   About “Green” Eileen Oldroyd “Green” Eileen Oldroyd is an award-winning real estate agent that specializes in energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and native landscaping. She owns Oldroyd Realty based out of Mission Viejo, CA where she coaches her clients on how sustainability will make their home more comfortable and increases its value. Connect with Eil

In this episode, Javier Hinojo shares a story about flipping a house to an adult film actress who wasn't afraid to speak her mind. Listen in to find out what you need in order to start investing in real estate and the kind of people you should partner with.  Key takeaways to listen for Is money necessary to invest in real estate? What to watch out for in a business partner How to find your first multifamily investment Why REALTORS should start investing in real estate   About Javier Hinojo Javier Hinojo is a real estate investor and co-founder of All States Capital Group LLC, a leading multi-family and commercial real estate investment company with dual headquarters in Houston, TX and Raleigh, NC. His specialty is developing property value add strategies and acquiring off-market distressed properties. Alongside a talented team, Javier has created “The ASCG Model”, a proven system that can produce exceptional returns for their investors and minimize their exposure to the downside risk. Connect with Javier W

In this episode, Tate Siemer shares a story about a townhome development that didn't turn out as expected. However, there’s light at the end of the tunnel! Stay tuned and find out how a failed real estate deal could take you into the happiest chapter of your life.  Key takeaways to listen for Benefits of attending real estate conferences What can go wrong in a real estate development Why you need to spend time on-site when developing real estate  The best way to find off-market investment opportunities The right mindset to invest in real estate Resources mentioned in this episode How to Make Big Money in Small Apartments Financial Freedom with Real Estate Investing BiggerPockets Podcast   About Tate Siemer Tate Siemer is the CEO and Managing Partner of GreenLight Equity Group, a real estate company that acquires and operates commercial multifamily assets (apartment communities) in Utah, Oklahoma City, and Columbus, Ohio. His mission is to achieve exceptional returns for his investors by improving commun

When it comes to real estate investing, risks can be more significant than just losing your investment capital. Listen in as Marco Kozlowski shares two horrifying stories about a retired cop who wouldn't pay rent and a jealous 90-year-old tenant who wanted revenge.  Key takeaways to listen for Why is a different approach to real estate investing so necessary? Are hotels a good asset class to invest in? The mindset you need to achieve your goals A story to illustrate why even men need safety protocols What is an asset-based loan, and what makes it so good for investors? About Marco Kozlowski Marco has led real estate investment trainings all over the world, from Australia to Singapore to North America and Europe. His followers have amassed hundreds of millions in revenue with thousands of doors for a fraction of their value for unmatched returns. Marco buys and owns properties like apartments, townhomes, duplexes, hotels, trailer parks – stable rental opportunities that are healthy and earning money, and tha

If you think that safety protocols for REALTORS are boring, you haven't heard enough stories yet. Tune in as Brenda Wise shares the red flags you should pay attention to when doing house showings and some smart strategies that can potentially save your life in crime situations. Key takeaways to listen for 3 skills you need to succeed as a REALTOR Why REALTORS need safety protocols Ways to verify the identity of your clients How to respond in a crime situation Are safety protocols only for female REALTORS? Resources mentioned in this episode Living Safely in a Dangerous World   About Brenda Wise For the last 38 years, Brenda Wise has helped female real estate agents experience a feeling of confidence and safety while going through the ins and outs of being a female in the workplace.  She has been traversing the country sharing her revolutionary approach to a safer and more effective real estate industry for women. In a predominantly male-led personal safety industry (where violence to women occurs at a stagg

If you're a REALTOR who thinks websites are only for big companies, you might think differently after this episode. Tune in as Kris Reid shares what kind of videos you should post on social media AND the most common mistakes people make with their website. Key takeaways to listen for Why all REALTORS should have their own website The 4 steps to creating a successful marketing campaign What people want to see in your videos The key metrics you should be focusing on Resources mentioned in this episode Clockwork: Design Your Business to Run Itself Investing In The U.S. Podcast About Kris Reid Kris Reid is a software engineer and founder of Ardor SEO, a Digital Growth Agency that provides clients with the tools and information to leverage the World Wide Web and its resources. They work with different industries, including real estate and legal SEO. Connect with Kris Website: www.ardorseo.com Facebook: Ardor SEO YouTube: The Ardor SEO Podcast   Connect with Leigh Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes

After 300 episodes, it's time for Leigh to share her own crazy experiences. Join us today and listen to the three hilarious/scary stories about a missing stove, a shotgun, and a murder that Leigh's got for you. Key takeaways to listen for The relationship that REALTORS develop with clients Safety issues that REALTORS face Why people love real estate   Connect with Leigh Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram or on Twitter or any social networks by clicking here. Subscribe to Leigh's other podcast Real Estate From The Rooftops! Sponsor Start your free, all-access trial today. There’s no credit card required. For a limited time, Follow Up Boss is doubling the free trial for CSIRE listeners—that’s a full 30 days to see how Follow Up Boss helps you close more deals. LINK: Followupboss.com/crazy

With over 18 years of experience in real estate, Kaajal Shahani has seen a lot of craziness, and today she is here to tell you all about it. If you want to know how the California housing market is doing and listen to 3 stories that include weapons, ferocious dogs, a financially stressed seller, and adult films, this is the episode you've been looking for. Key takeaways to listen for Evolution of the California housing market over the last years House prices in the bay area and the timing for purchasing Why people prefer to buy instead of renting in California Places where Californians are migrating to and the reasons why The ethical way to handle complicated situations with clients About Kaajal Shahani Kaajal Shahani is an award-winning realtor featured on HGTV, Top Agent Magazine, and a Newsweek Real Estate Expert Forum. With over 18+ years of experience, Kaajal Shahani is a premier California licensed real estate agent who has served over 200 clients with integrity and diligence. A career in real estate

Today, we got Mike Butler for you, who will be sharing a jaw-dropping story about a property he bought for $20K that still rents for $1,000. Listen to this episode to get some insights into the current market condition and learn the best way to find motivated sellers. Key takeaways to listen for How to overcome fear and start investing in real estate Is it a good time to get financing? Advertising vs. Marketing. Which is better to attract motivated sellers? Why you should always make an offer on the houses you visit Resources mentioned in this episode Rich Dad Poor Dad: What the Rich Teach Their Kids About Money That the Poor and Middle Class Do Not! Landlording on AutoPilot: A Simple, No-Brainer System for Higher Profits, Less Work and More Fun (Do It All from Your Smartphone or Tablet!) About Mike Butler While working his full-time job as an undercover police detective, Mike Butler began his real estate investing career by buying fixer-uppers and renting them to make extra money.  Mike quickly explode

Are you a homeowner wanting to access your home equity without getting into more debt? We've got the answer for you! Tune in as Matthew Sullivan shares how Home Equity Agreements work, as well as a story about flipping houses that proves that it's not all sunshine and palm trees in real estate. Key takeaways to listen for Who these Home Equity Agreements are for What can go wrong when flipping houses Is the unlocking equity process similar to a reverse mortgage? About Matthew Sullivan Matthew is the CEO and Founder of QuantmRE, a company that solves a real problem for homeowners by helping them access a portion of their home equity without taking on more debt. Matthew and his team have helped over a hundred homeowners use their home equity to pay off expensive credit cards, remodel their home, pay college tuition fees, or diversify into other investments, all without taking on extra debt. Matthew has a proven track record in real estate innovation through his experiences as Co-Founder of the Secured Real Es

In this episode, Michelle Berman-Mikel shares the actual indicators of quality content and drops THE golden nugget on how to reach a larger audience with your reels on IG. If you're a REALTOR or a business owner wanting to step up your social media game, tune in because you don't want to miss this show! Key takeaways to listen for 2 tips for reaching a greater audience with your IG reel posts Are vanity metrics good indicators of the quality of your content? The 4 pillars of good IG content for REALTORS Why you shouldn't post screenshots of your list reports on IG A FREE app to make your posts look good Resources mentioned in this episode 269 - Social Media Strategies That Grow Your Business with Kyle Draper Download Michelle’s IG Power Method RoadMap for FREE About Michelle Berman-Mikel Michelle Berman-Mikel is the creator of the Instagram Power Method Course. She is a nationally sought-after Instagram Coach, speaker, author, and course creator, whose sole purpose is to help people level up out of all

Your real estate license can do a lot more than just helping clients buy and sell their properties. If you’re a real estate agent, pay attention to this episode because Rachel Richards is about to unveil the secrets to acquiring 40 properties in 3 years with only $20K and a REALTOR’s license. Key takeaways to listen for Why you should consider house hacking How REALTORS can quickly build up a portfolio Is owning rental properties 100% passive? What is syndication? Resources mentioned in this episode Dream Big: Know What You Want, Why You Want It, and What You’re Going to Do About It Money Honey: A Simple 7-Step Guide For Getting Your Financial $hit Together About Rachel Richards At the age of 27, Rachel Richards quit her job and retired, now living off $15,000+ per month in passive income. Rachel is the bestselling author of Money Honey and Passive Income, Aggressive Retirement. She is a former financial advisor and a real estate investor with almost 40 rental units. She has been featured on CNBC, Busin

Did you know that you can maximize your ROI by co-living with your tenants? Check out this episode with Johnny Wolff and learn how to create passive income with this great investment strategy, plus a few tricks that will make your property management a lot easier. Key takeaways to listen for How this real estate investment strategy works Why you should consider house hacking as your first investment Is house hacking a good option for cash flow? Type of loans and properties to look for How technology has impacted property management About Johnny Wolff Johnny Wolff is the CEO and Founder of HomeRoom Coliving – one of the fastest-growing co-living companies in the United States. After starting his career as a financial analyst in Silicon Valley (EA, SanDisk, Guidespark), he relocated to Austin, Texas to pursue real estate investing full-time. His love for real estate investing and living with roommates motivated him to start HomeRoom in 2017, after an unusually terrible Craigslist roommate experience. In 2020,

We have Cricket Staggs today, who will be sharing three stories that include a misdemeanor, a violent REALTOR, a biohazard on a property, and a whole lot of fun. Tune in and learn how to carry on with those crazy situations gracefully while keeping your client's best interest your top priority. Key takeaways to listen for Average number of real estate transactions REALTORS do within a year Why you need to check your client's paperwork carefully How real estate agents should treat each other Benefits of being a member of a REALTOR's association What sellers should disclose about a property About Cricket Staggs Cricket Staggs is a REALTOR at Ozark Empire Realty and represents buyers and sellers in Mid Missouri. Connect with Cricket Website: www.ozarkempirerealty.com Facebook: Cricket Staggs, Realtor with Ozark Empire Realty E-mail: cricket@ozarkempirerealty.com Cell: 417-718-8666 Office: 417-312-9378   Connect with Leigh Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone, and ne

The path to homeownership isn't that hard when you surround yourself with the right people. In this episode, Erica Rawls and Stephanie Milburn explain how they help to educate and empower young people about wealth building through the National Campaign ''House Then The Car''. Listen in and find out the ways to make homeownership achievable for everyone. Key takeaways to listen for The key to setting young people up for a better future Spreading a message of hope for homeownership to all generations First steps into building an asset portfolio Ways to teach your children about finances Why you SHOULD share your financial mistakes with your kids About House Then The Car House Then The Car is a national campaign to educate, empower and mobilize generations of African Americans about building wealth. This movement empowers communities that have GenX, millennials, GenY GenZ's on the value of owning property as a generational wealth-building tool. House Then The Car speaks specifically to the African American com

Many people copy-paste their resume to their LinkedIn profile, so the obvious question is… is that the kind of information that others are looking to find out about them? Tune in as Donna Serdula shares the right way to connect with people through LinkedIn - including a QR trick that not even Leigh knew about - and a heartbreaking story that will inspire you to live each day to the fullest. Key takeaways to listen for What sets successful entrepreneurs apart Should your LinkedIn profile look like a resume? How people choose their REALTORS Are business cards dead? Content you should post on LinkedIn About Donna Serdula Donna Serdula pioneered the concept of LinkedIn profile optimization, realizing early on that the LinkedIn profile was so much more than just an online resume.  A job change in 2006 led her back to LinkedIn as Donna looked for tools to help her build a sales territory. It was during this time she had her LinkedIn epiphany and forged her LinkedIn 4 point methodology. By integrating LinkedIn int

In this episode, Danielle Fontes shares a story about a seller who was hiding too much information about his property. Stay tuned and find out how she successfully navigated through judgment liens and a foreclosure process to get that deal to the finish line. Key takeaways to listen for What is a judgment in real estate? Why you should be honest with your Realtor® How covid-19 has impacted real estate transactions About Danielle Fontes Danielle Fontes was raised in Glendora, CA, and graduated from the University of San Diego with a Bachelors’ in Business Administration with an emphasis in Real Estate and a minor in Leadership Studies. Danielle was President of Citrus Valley Association of Realtors® in 2019. She also sits on the Board of Directors for the California Association of Realtors® and serves on the Strategic Planning and Finance committee. Danielle won the prestigious honor of Realtor® of the Year for 2020. Connect with Danielle Website: www.daniellefontes.com Facebook: Danielle Fontes - Mainstree