Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate With Leigh Brown

Rebecca Larson is here to show you that real estate involves a lot more than just buying and selling properties. Stay tuned and learn all the things you should consider before signing papers with your loved one. Key takeaways to listen for Why you should hire an attorney for your real estate Personal affairs involved in a real estate transaction What to consider before buying real estate with your partner Can people buy real estate during a divorce process? About Rebecca Larson Rebecca Larson is a Licensed Real Estate Attorney who owns and manages Your Home Legal, a California real estate law firm focused on serving residential buyers and sellers in their real estate transactions. Connect with Rebecca Website: www.yourhomelegal.com Facebook: Your Home Legal, APC Instagram: @yourhomelegal LinkedIn: Rebecca Larson YouTube: Your Home Legal E-mail: hello@yourhomelegal.com Phone: +16193776532   Connect with Leigh Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss

There is no such thing as a boring day in real estate - things go wrong more often than you think. Listen to Eric Thompson's super embarrassing stories and find out how he used those experiences as fuel to become a better REALTOR. Key takeaways to listen for How to choose the right team members Qualities that set successful REALTORS apart Best practices to develop good financial habits Turning a negative situation into personal growth About Eric Thompson Eric Thompson is the founder of The Leading Edge Academy. He is known for helping both agents and brokerage owners achieve goals they never thought were possible.  He shows people, step by step, how to grow their business and have a fulfilling life.  All of his systems and tools are developed inside of the brokerage companies he owns and leads. Connect with Eric Website: www.inspireperformprofit.com Facebook: Eric Thompson - The Leading Edge YouTube: Eric Thompson LinkedIn: Eric Thomson Instagram: @ericthompson0123   Connect with Leigh Please subscribe t

If you think that deferred sales trust is way over your head, you might change your mind after this episode. Stay tuned as Brett Swarts shares a creative way of mitigating your tax burden that will leave your brain spinning. Key takeaways to listen for Cons of using a 1031 exchange How to stay liquid without having any tax consequences Types of assets that deferred sales trust works for Why deferred sales trust is such a great option 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! About Brett Swarts Brett is a Deferred Sales Trust™ expert, capital gains tax deferral expert, investment real estate expert, multifamily broker, and the founder of Capital Gains Tax Solutions – a company helping individuals to defer capital gains tax on the sale of their highly appreciated assets, eliminate the need for a 1031 exchange and unlock transformational options so they can create & preserve more wealth. He created ‘Capital Gain

If you’re a REALTOR wanting to expand your business, listen in as Kim Ward explains the step-by-step process of selling probate real estate, and shares two stories that reveal how people cope with those difficult times. Key takeaways to listen for What is probate? How does this process work? Buying a house on probate vs. a regular purchase Can beneficiaries of a will object to a property sale? The emotional side of the probate process How people go through probate during the covid era About Kim Ward As far back as 1989, Kim and her husband, Dave, began purchasing and renovating residential property. They did this while working full time and raising four children. From these experiences, Kim learned valuable critical thinking skills, successful time management, and how to nurture relationships. In 1994 Kim made the decision to become a Real Estate Advisor. In this capacity, she draws on her in-depth knowledge of the real estate industry to assist others with their real estate needs.  Today, 80% of her busine

If you're a REALTOR wanting to leverage social media to get more quality leads, then listen to this episode with Tristen Sutton. You’ll get the missing links for better engagement with your audience via organic & paid social media strategies. Key takeaways to listen for How could Facebook ads help you? Is going live the best option for video posting? 2 Tips for targeting the right audience in social media! About Tristen Sutton As Certified Facebook Lead Trainer, Consultant for Facebook, Certified Facebook Ads Expert, and corporate trainer & keynote speaker, Tristen works with organizations that want to use social media ads to expand their brand, generate more leads and increase event attendance. He is the go-to marketing strategist for organizations looking for proven advertising techniques to expand their brand and increase their profits.​ ​He is a sought-out speaker for Fortune 500 companies and multi-million dollar organizations with a well-earned reputation for getting results. In addition, he h

When Dan Brault found out about a 19th-century luxury house, he immediately fell in love with it. Little did he know at the time that it would turn into his worst nightmare. Dive into this episode and learn how Dan overcame his biggest business failure and became CEO of one of the most successful wholesale companies in New York. Key takeaways to listen for How does the wholesale business work? Issues brought by eviction moratorium Criteria for setting a house price The most common mistake wholesalers make Mindset to come back from a business failure The importance of having a support system About Dan Brault Dan Brault got into real estate in 2015 while working full-time. He started acquiring some rental properties and flipping some houses on the side. After a year, he decided to leave his safe and secure 6-figure job to go full-time in real estate.  In 2018, after one failed new business he found himself over $400,000 in debt and on the edge of bankruptcy. Consequently, he decided to focus 100% on wholesali

The majority of REALTORS tend to be very transactional, forgetting the two most important elements of success in real estate: transparency and communication. In this episode, Casanova Brooks shares how he managed to buy a house for $8,000 and turn it into a rental that's worth $103K. Key takeaways to listen for What motivates people to do real estate How to become ‘’the lord of your land’’ Tips to get into commercial real estate Benefits of being honest and transparent with clients Resources mentioned in this episode The 10x House Flip - House Flipping Case Study - Casanova Brooks About Casanova Brooks Casanova is an award-winning author, high-energy keynote speaker, and entrepreneur. He’s the CEO of DreamNation Academy and host of the Dream Nation Podcast and the Dream Nation Real Estate Podcast. Casanova is passionate about helping people and showcasing how building a bulletproof mindset & meaningful relationships can help anyone succeed in Life and in Business. He’s committed to bringing on top perfo

After getting one of his investment properties rehabbed,  Eric Martel found something really strange inside the house. Join us today to find out more about the craziest rehab you’ll ever hear, and get some insights into developing good relationships with contractors and coaching them to meet your expectations. Key takeaways to listen for Best markets for turnkey properties Criteria for picking a good REALTOR How to manage new contractors 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! Stop Trading Your Time for Money by Eric Martel About Eric Martel Eric purchased his first apartment building at just 18 years of age. After graduation, in his position as an actuary, he was dismayed to see hundreds of company pension plans being rolled over into 401(k)s shifting the retirement risk to employees. This made Eric reconsider traditional beliefs about retirement saving and question his role as an actuary so he joined the luc

In this episode, David Greenspan talks about the simple things you can do to help people get through these hard times and shares the most common mistakes REALTORS make when marketing their business. Key takeaways to listen for Pollution in social media How we should face the global pandemic Dos and don'ts of marketing Resources mentioned in this episode Podcast: The Mindshare Podcast About David Greenspan David has been in the Real Estate space for over 15 years helping REALTORS with their marketing strategies. He is the Co-founder & VP of KiTS Keep-in-Touch Systems, a powerful marketing system for the Real Estate industry.  As Founder and & CEO of MindShare101 Inc. David focuses his days on providing value to the Real Estate industry, helping REALTORS bridge the gap between their online and their offline marketing to achieve a higher ROI on every marketing dollar spent. Connect with David Website: MindShare101 Instagram: @davidgreenspan101 Facebook: David Greenspan Real Estate Industry Coach   C

Stephanie Velez was trying hard to get her real estate business going, but she lacked the most critical component: mindset. Stay tuned and find out the secrets to becoming a successful Realtor®. Key takeaways to listen for What do ''BPO'' and ''REO'' mean? Why you should get a mentor The actual job of a Realtor® The mindset you need to succeed How to develop young talent into top producers Resources mentioned in this episode The Foundation by Mike Ferry About Stephanie Velez Stephanie is the owner of NextHome Champion Elite, a real estate franchise from Rancho Cucamonga, California. She is also the CEO and Co-Founder of Inspire Business Network, a faith-based business organization that helps assist small businesses and professionals through providing business training, resources, and opportunities to meet like-minded professionals. Connect with Stephanie Website: www.nhchampionelite.com Facebook: Stephanie Martin Velez E-mail: championeliterealty@gmail.com   Connect with Leigh Please subscribe to this pod

In this episode, Brandon Martens shares a disturbing story about a couple he met at a house showing. If you’re a REALTOR, tune in and get tips to keep yourself safe while doing field work. Key takeaways to listen for Why you should follow your intuition Safety practices for REALTORS Something unique with South Dakota's property legislation Resources mentioned in this episode The Dan Bongino Show The Joe Rogan Experience About Brandon Martens Brandon Martens is a licensed REALTOR® in South Dakota and Iowa. He specializes in representing his clients in the purchase and sale of single-family residences and income properties. Brandon is a customer-driven REALTOR®, dedicated to achieving results and providing exceptional service.  Connect with Brandon E-mail: brandon@inrealtygroup.com Website: www.inrealtygroup.com Facebook: Brandon Martens   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.

Being a REALTOR may seem easy on social media, but for those agents who take their job seriously, there's a lot of hard work to it. In this episode, Pamela DuBois talks about how she navigated through difficult life situations while doing real estate. Stay tuned and get a glimpse of what it's like to be a REALTOR. Key takeaways to listen for What draws people to real estate How technology evolution changed real estate Best tools to connect with people Different pathways of the real estate business About Pamela DuBois Pamela has over 30 years of experience in the real estate profession. Before being a full-time REALTOR, Pamela worked in the mortgage business for five years. During that time, Pamela provided financial counseling and developed many close professional-client relationships. Pamela was first introduced to the real estate industry while working as a real estate processor for several real estate settlement attorneys. For 12 years, she was responsible for processing incoming real estate transactions

In this episode, Jamil Damji shares how he went from bankruptcy to co-founding one of the fastest-growing real estate companies in the nation. Listen in and learn an amazing way to scale your wholesale business. Key takeaways to listen for A better term for ‘’flipping’’ How to get started in wholesaling The importance of being a problem-solver Why you need to partner up with people smarter than you Resources mentioned in this episode The Dan Bongino Show The Joe Rogan Experience About Jamil Damji Jamil has been in real estate since 2002, since then he mastered the art of Wholesaling Real Estate. He successfully built KeyGlee, which is now a National Franchise with over 100+ employees, spanning 180 US markets. Jamil also runs a mentorship called Astro Flipping where he mentors and educates hundreds of entrepreneurs on how they can be successful in their own Wholesaling business. Jamil is also the co-host of the fastest growing podcast on Wholesale Real estate called “Wholesale Hotline.” Additionally, he st

REALTORS are often labeled as competitive and cold-hearted... but is this true? Dive into this episode and find out what Karen Randolph learned about REALTORS during her battle with cancer, and enjoy two wild stories about ghosts in real estate. Key takeaways to listen for Are today's REALTORS as prepared as they should?  Should supernatural stories be disclosed to buyers? The good side of REALTORS Connect with Karen Phone (Direct): 423-677-0025 Phone (Office): 423-282-1885 Website: www.MyC21Legacy.com   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 If you’re tired of doing real estate alone, enroll in  Leigh Brown University and be sure to use your special “CSIRE” discount code at checkout for $10 off your subscription.

Are you a millennial looking for some knowledge on real estate investing? Check out this episode with Shaun Pinkston and find out the best place for learning about the real estate industry. Key takeaways to listen for Why you need to be careful with the REALTOR you hire Ways to teach millennials about real estate What you can find in houses for sale How workshops can help you learn the business Resources mentioned in this episode Pursuing Freedom: Be Yourself, increase your referrals and have more fun growing your business! About Shaun Pinkston Shaun has been in sales for over 30 years, Real Estate specifically for 17 of them! Her viewpoints on trajectories for the industry in a market that is unprecedented and as unpredictable as stock investments is paramount in guiding her clients to achieve their goals. Shaun is experienced with having the foresight to guide customers into profitable investments, helping to build exemplary acquisition portfolios, even during the pandemic which has debilitated many. Her

Shannon Brien is back to share more crazy real estate stories. She'll be talking about an unethical REALTOR and an insane due diligence deposit on a house. Tune in and learn the importance of real estate disclosures and how to handle dishonest agents. Key takeaways to listen for Due diligence deposits: what they are and their risks What's great about VA loans Why material facts are important for buyers Resources mentioned in this episode CRAZY SH*T IN REAL ESTATE EPISODE 58: SHANNON BRIEN About Shannon Brien Shannon Brien is a REALTOR at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Paracle. She considers herself a professional Hype Girl for amazing Real Estate Advisors who want to take their business to the next level. She loves helping Advisors harness their unique gifts, hone talents, and develop their skills. She has a passion to help others grow as a whole person - her team sets personal and professional goals and they charge hard together to make them happen! She is very active at the local and state Realtors

The supernatural and real estate might be much more related than you think. If you’re a REALTOR, listen to this episode and learn how to support your clients... even if their beliefs are a little different from yours. Key takeaways to listen for The impact that real estate can have on your life Supernatural things you’ll learn through real estate How to serve clients that believe in the supernatural About Shadd Boucher Shadd works as a Director of Agent Development at Re/Max Capital Realty. He develops agents into producers, has a passion for succeeding through others, and loves mentoring any agent willing to learn. Connect with Shadd Facebook: REMAX Capital Realty Personal Facebook: Shadd Boucher Instagram: @shaddboucher Twitter: @ShaddBoucher   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 t

In this episode, Dr. Sunil Saxena shares a curious story about developing condos that will give you a clear vision of the reality of the business. Dial in and get some insights about real estate development from an expert in the field. Key takeaways to listen for Why real estate is the way to go Issues you can face when developing properties Best markets to develop in Resources mentioned in this episode Sunil’s Top 100 Books & Top 50 Real Estate Books About Dr. Sunil Saxena Dr. Saxena is a life-long entrepreneur. He has started 6 successful companies mostly focused on real estate and real estate development. Dr. Saxena has been active in the DC real estate market since moving to the area in 2001. He has been involved in construction, remodeling, development and sales. He has completed over 100 projects including small rehabs to larger multi-unit projects. Dr. Saxena is also a best-selling published author and speaker. Dr. Saxena graduated from medical school and practiced Emergency Medicine for 8 years

In this episode, Melissa shares how she serves the community and changes teenage girls' lives through her business. Listen in and find out some keys to becoming a better REALTOR. Key takeaways to listen for How can you impact your community? The most essential life skills teenage girls should learn What do people look for in REALTORS? How handwritten notes can help your business About Melissa Lynn Hunt Melissa is a mom, a wife, and the founder of Genuine Team, a high school program that teaches life skills and serves the community through charity work. Her passion for helping young women led to creating a middle school program along with The Genuine Podcast. Connect with Melissa Podcast: Genuine with Melissa Lynn Hunt Instagram: @melissalynnhunt   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

If you’re an expert from a different field looking to transition into real estate, you’ll be inspired by this episode. Dr. Carla Bryan-Sheard talks about how she transitioned to a licensed REALTOR. Dr. Carla also shares what she found during an inspection that might surprise you. Key takeaways to listen for Can you do real estate if you're an introvert? How to learn the business What do the first two years in the real estate business look like? Why you shouldn't force deals Resources mentioned in this episode Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking About Dr. Carla Bryan-Sheard Carla brings her 20+ years of experience as a veteran educator and licensee to Elite Realty Partners, Inc. As an educator, she learned how to be patient, detail-oriented, proactive, data-driven, and a strong advocate for all her students. As a REALTOR, Carla is an advocate for all buyers, sellers, and tenants, who she works tirelessly to promote their best interests. Carla was born and raised in Miami, FL. S