Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate With Leigh Brown

Have you ever had a lightbulb moment where you realized that the time and effort you were putting towards something just wasn’t worth it? Minesh Bhindi, a wealth manager, investor, speaker, and CEO of Perfect Portfolio did - and all it took was an unwanted call in the middle of the night to change a lightbulb. Now, he dedicates himself to coaching and mentoring others who want to experience more freedom in their lives and invest safely – but with maximum returns. He knows that investing can be risky, especially if you don’t know what you’re doing and don’t have good mentors in your corner. Listen in to learn some investment advice from a pro and hear how he balances his investment portfolio. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting leighbrown.com. 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. Time S

Threats from a U.S. Marshal? Just another day in real estate! Brad Frike, an Omaha REALTOR® of 17 years, shares the story of when he was threatened by a U.S. Marshal - and gypped out of a bulletproof vest. Listen in to learn why Brad actually did the right thing when “Tom” called - and discover what the best REALTORS® do to represent their community and protect their clients. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting leighbrown.com. 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. 01:00 – Introducing Brad, a REALTOR® in Omaha, NE of 17 years; he started when his daughter was born and he was “Mr. Mom” 03:00 - When he bought his first lot he was 17 or 18, so he couldn’t legally own it; at the time 19 was an adult, but that rule has since changed  04:00 - The lot was in his dad’s name and he bought it to f

Have you ever just felt like something was...off? Brandon Martens, a REALTOR® of 14 years in Sioux Falls, SD has - and follows his intuition accordingly. He shares the crazy story of showing a home to a couple that had been married three times - to each other - and what he did when something just didn’t feel right. He learned the power of his intuition that day, and now teaches his team and his clients the importance of having safety protocols in place. Listen in to hear the ways Brandon keeps the people he cares about safe - and learn why it’s so important to get educated and involved in politics today.  Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting leighbrown.com. 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.  Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:00 – Introducing Brandon, a REALTOR® of 14 years from South Dako

“You gotta show them how to do it!” Shaun Pinkston, a real estate agent & REALTOR® in Chicago, IL, shares how she shows Millennials - not just teaches them - how to make sound investments in real estate. She’s driven by her motivation to never let any of her clients deal with the negative experience she did when buying her first home and, as a result, is a powerful fiduciary for her clients and students. Listen in to hear why Shaun is “The Oldest Millennial” - and learn what she has done to help her clients stay ahead of the curve through the market’s ups and downs.  Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting leighbrown.com. 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.   Time Stamped Show Notes: 02:40 – Introducing Shaun, a REALTOR® in Chicago, IL since 2004, and why she got into real estate 03:

Have you been caught with a red Solo cup? Melissa Lynn Hunt, a photographer and incredible mentor changing the lives of teens in Concord, NC, shares some life skills she teaches her students - including social media etiquette and self-defense, to name a few. She’s deeply aware of her purpose and is propelled by the understanding that business should be done through service, not just by transaction. Listen in to learn the top four things Melissa looks for in an agent - and learn a few things you can do to deepen personal and business relationships in your own life. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting leighbrown.com. 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.  Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:00 – Introducing Melissa Lynn Hunt and what real estate has brought to her life; she’s in Concord, NC 03

Ready to get inspired? Maribeth McCauley Lynch, the broker-owner of THRIVE Real Estate in Shrewsbury, MA, has got a story for you that’ll keep you saying, “What are the chances?”. From going to a conference in NYC to reconnecting with a woman she briefly met at a Starbucks there, Maribeth’s story highlights the importance of community, connecting with others, and maintaining relationships. You never know who you may run into, or who may need help down the road – which is why it’s so important to put yourself out there. Listen in to learn what was so crazy about Maribeth’s story - and hear what she has to say about continuing your education, building your own brand, and what’s possible when you collaborate. 01:00 – Introducing Maribeth of Thrive Real Estate in Shrewsbury, MA, 40 miles west of Boston 01:18 - She got into real estate in the 80s, took 10 years off to raise her children, then got back into it in 2000 - 20 years ago 01:45 - How she has seen the real estate industry change for women 01:55 - W

Do you ever find yourself thinking, “Wouldn’t it be cool if...” – just to shut your dreams right back off again? Erin Bradley, the founder of Pursuing Freedom, decided to keep her dreams top-of-mind and pursue her freedom. She hit rock-bottom and pulled herself right back up again by learning how to leverage passive income from real estate investing. She now has a podcast, blog, book, and online course to teach others how to do the same. Listen in to hear how Erin did it and learn what she does to get past life’s inevitable hurdles. 01:00 – Introducing Erin, the founder of Pursuing Freedom, and her journey 01:30 – They have a podcast, blog, book, and online courses to help people build a life they don’t need a vacation from 01:50 – She knew what she didn’t want from a job; she rode her bike to meet a client and her credit card got declined for a cup of coffee 03:40 – She asked her father how he did it and he said that she needed to do “whatever it takes” 04:20 – They ended up being able to use the passive in

There’s nothing like starting the morning off right with beer, cigarettes, and an episode (or ten) of Jerry Springer! Sean Carpenter, a speaker, educator,  trainer, and REALTOR®  of 21 years never knew the winning morning routine – until he had his very first transaction. He kept his cool (and his sense of humor) throughout the tour and knew it was right to be respectful and courteous despite the oddities he encountered around the house. Sean lives by the motto that real estate should be about building relationships, solving problems, and having fun – which is exactly what he’s done. Listen in to learn the value of communication and why a relationship is worth much more than a commission check.   01:00 – Introducing Sean, a speaker, educator, trainer, and REALTOR® from Ohio 01:20 – He’s been in real estate for 21 years and previously worked playing golf professionally and selling beer 02:20 – He loved coaching and training but hated managing 02:41 – His company is called Sean Speaks, LLC and he sells occasio

Is your open house sign-in sheet information safe? Ron Schurr, a software guy turned REALTOR®, saw that it definitely wasn’t – especially when written down with pen and paper. He learned that traditional sign-in sheets risked being captured by rogue agents and technologically captured lists risked information being shared and profiled without the consent of the consumer. Ron saw that the real estate industry desperately needed a solution to sketchy sign-in sheets so he created it! Listen in to learn about OHGuests and why it’s critical to ask where all that personal information is going. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone. Never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting leighbrown.com. Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:00 – Introducing Ron; he previously worked in software sales and got into real estate in 2000 02:30 – 60,000 agents came in at the same time, they were taught not to trust each other at that time 03:35 – On distrust in the industry 03:55 – A leader told new agen

Today, I’d like to introduce you to the longest-surviving mortgage person I’ve ever met! Marilyn Richardson has been in the mortgage industry for 52, yes, 5-2 years! She became the first female partner of Mason-McDuffie in 1979 – and she did it despite the resistance she received from many people at the time. Marilyn was never afraid to ask for what she wanted, work hard, and seek mentorship from the best– and she recommends the same to anyone wanting to up-level their life. Listen in to learn how Marilyn lasted and what she does every day to stay sane. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone. Never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting leighbrown.com. Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:00 – Introducing Marilyn 01:20 – She’s been in the mortgage industry for 52 years 01:30 – How Marilyn has evolved with the times 01:50 – She’s flexible to change and goes with the flow; she knows what it takes to prevent stress 02:15 – Marilyn’s journey 02:30 – She started as a receptionist, when

Do you – or your clients – need credit restoration? Luisa Deason, the owner and operator of Deason Consulting Services, helps people restore their credit so they can move forward, especially when it comes to buying a home. Luisa’s team of lawyers work hard to leverage the Fair Credit Reporting Act on behalf of their clients to eliminate wrong or negative reports – and they do it affordably. Listen in to find out how and learn her top tips for building and maintaining good credit starting today. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone. Never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting leighbrown.com. Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:00 – Introducing Luisa from Houston, TX 01:20 – She’s a sponsor on the Real Estate Radio Rat-Pack show in Houston; Leigh was a guest on their show 01:35 – She owns and operates Deason Consulting Services, a company that specializes in credit restoration 01:45 – They help real estate agents and loan officer clients help their clients repair their credit an

When it comes to real estate, Dylan Dworsky made like Frank Sinatra and did it his way! Dylan is a young and ambitious REALTOR® in Newark, DE who decided against knocking on doors and paper flyers and instead chose to market online. Now, he’s getting in front of his ideal client and getting the opportunity to match them with their perfect home. Listen in to find out what Dylan’s doing, how he’s doing it, and what sets him apart from the rest. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone. Never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting leighbrown.com. Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:00 – Introducing Dylan a REALTOR® in Newark, DE 01:30 – He’s lived there his whole life; he was a pro hockey player then went into accounting and hated it 02:20 – He worked in sales for a while, was successful in it, and decided to go into real estate 03:05 – Dylan’s CSIRE story 03:14 – He lacked proper training and needed to build his sphere of influence; most of his friends and connections weren’t in the

“Isn’t my body tight and toned? Isn’t it?” Um, awkward! Matt Ivey, a REALTOR® in the triangle area of NC (Chapel Hill, Raleigh, Durham and the surrounding areas), has quite the story about some crazy shit. From poop-stained carpets to a nutty ex-stripper whose stage name was “Beaverly Woods” (that’s not a typo) – the fun never stopped in that big brick house. Listen in to learn what Matt went through, what he smelled – and what he managed to learn from the whole experience. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone. Never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting leighbrown.com. Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:00 – Introducing Matt, a REALTOR® in Raleigh, NC who services the triangle area 02:06 – He enjoys working with first-time homebuyers - he likes the emotion – but he also works with distressed properties and investors 04:00 – Matt’s CSIRE story 04:05 – A lady called him with 110 acres and a four-story house of brick; he goes to meet her thinking it’s going to be a big sale 04:

To pant-suit or not to pant-suit, that is the question! BethAnn from Spokane, a REALTOR® of 17 years and Spokane native, has a fishy story to tell that involves tuna, a cat in love and – you guessed it – a pant suit. She’s also got another story for the books involving a giant teddy bear and humpy dogs. Can’t stand the mystery? Listen in to hear BethAnn’s crazy stories and learn why she got rid of the pant suit for good.   Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone. Never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting leighbrown.com. Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:00 – Introducing BethAnn 01:15 – She’s a Spokane native and has sold real estate for 17 years; her father owned a brokerage in the 70s and 80s 01:30 – She has two sets of twins and five kids total; it was good training for multi-tasking 02:40 – BethAnn’s CSIRE story 02:50 – A month or so ago she went to list a house and did a walk-through; she explained what they needed to declutter for photos 03:30 – They went to the patio an

A home tour with a side of teargas, anyone? Tracy Ellis, a REALTOR® of 20 years in Chesterfield, MO, tells a crazy story of when she and her clients had to run from a property with burning eyes and lungs. Listen in to hear what happened to Tracy and learn how radio and magazines have helped her up-level her marketing game. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone. Never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting leighbrown.com. Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:00 – Introducing Tracy 01:20 – She’s a REALTOR® of 20 years in Chesterfield, MO, 30 miles from St. Louis 01:30 – Tract works with her husband and has a team; they host 6 weekly radio shows 01:35 – They now have a luxury real estate magazine that they distribute; they did $40 million this year and the average home price is $189,000 03:45 – On having the time to do the magazine and radio show 03:50 – Her husband is techy and she’s more about marketing; it’s all a team effort 04:15 – The radio is a great way to connect with commu

Don’t think you need an LLC as a real estate investor? Think again! Jennifer Gligoric, the owner and co-founder of Leafy Legal Services, has seen all the ugly that comes with not having your assets protected. She helps her clients put structures and layers of protection in place so they aren’t left exposed in legal situations. Listen in to hear Jennifer’s CSIRE story, and learn how the victims could’ve saved tens of thousands in legal fees had they had an LLC in place. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone. Never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting leighbrown.com. Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:30 – Introducing Jennifer and what she does 02:10 – She is the co-founder and owner of Leafy Legal services; they help real estate investors with asset protection and estate planning 02:30 – She started with a law firm and has been an entrepreneur for 20 years; she knows why businesses tank and it’s always HR 03:40 – She helps entrepreneurs put structure and layers of protection i

I know, I know, you hate politics! But stay with me and don’t forget that politics directly impact you and your clients! Emily Chenevert, Chief Executive Officer at the Austin Board of REALTORS®, is a passionate lobbyist who gets the importance of having the people’s best interest in mind. She understands the power of negotiation and recognizes that we must learn to give and take when making big decisions. Listen in to learn what makes REALTORS® a unique group and learn some things to ask the elected public officials in your city.  Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone. Never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting leighbrown.com.  Time Stamped Show Notes: 01:30 – Introducing Emily, the Chief Executive Officer at Austin Board of REALTORS® and Host of the ScratchThat podcast. 01:50 – She is a self-proclaimed “Association Junkie” and does lots of political advocacy work 03:50 – She understands that politics are important to have the people’s best interest at hand; the best

We needed some spunk so we’ve invited Marki Lemons to the show! Marki Lemons, a REALTOR®, broker, educator, and speaker has got something to say about the fact that REALTORS® are entrepreneurs and need to start thinking like it! She’ll discuss the importance of having a business plan and niche to really succeed as a REALTOR®. Tune in to hear how education plays a role in everyone’s career, how it played a role in hers, and learn how you can network and learn at the same time. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone. Never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting leighbrown.com.  Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:30 – Introducing Marki, a broker, educator, and speaker who has been in real estate since 1999 01:20 – Marki came in on the lending side then transitioned over to the selling side  04:13 – She’s in high demand for speaking and teaching; she got real-world experience before teaching  06:42 – She loves real estate but is grounded in education; she is happy within her niche 0

What’s up with the antiquated laws in Massachusetts? Kelly Catallo, a REALTOR® of 27 years in the Boston area, is shocked that there are still real estate laws that were put in place to reduce venereal disease. You heard that right! Listen in to hear all about it, plus hear some other crazy shit that you’ll never forget (although you’ll want to!). Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone. Never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting leighbrown.com. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:30 – Introducing Kelly from the Boston area 00:45 – She’s been in real estate for 27 years and has owned her company for 10 years; they deal with everything 01:08 – She was a hairdresser before she worked in real estate 02:30 – Kelly’s CSIRE story 02:40 – They get many antiquated places in Massachusetts and have many crazy laws; if you aren’t married or next-of-kin you can’t own property together 03:50 – Boston is more liberal but more expensive; a Section 8 voucher for a 3-bedroom is $3,000 05:28 - Th

Are you interesting in real estate investing? Reed Goossens, a serial entrepreneur, real estate advisor, speaker, and author, gives us some straight talk about what to consider when investing in real estate. Listen in to learn the strategies he implemented to improve cash flow, protect investments, and build his American Dream. Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone. Never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting leighbrown.com. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:50 – Introducing Reed, a serial entrepreneur, real estate investment advisor, author, and public speaker 01:05 – Controls $150 million-worth of multi-family commercial real estate; he left Australia to chase his American dream seven years ago 02:40 – The barrier to entry is lower in the U.S. than in Australia; he realized he needed to buy more low-income properties to make more of a profit 04:05 – His strategy 04:30 – If he was going to be on the lower end of the market, he needed a larger portfolio; his property manager