Stay Paid

If you’ve ever wondered “What should I be doing right now to grow?” — this episode is your roadmap.  Bookkeeping headaches. Social media that doesn’t convert. Wondering if you should start a podcast or not. Every agent struggles with these at some point—and in this Q&A episode of Stay Paid, we break it all down.  

In this episode of Stay Paid, Luke & Josh sit down with Troy Reierson, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Arizona, California & Nevada Properties, and JT Thompson, industry veteran and general manager, to talk about the real fundamentals of success in real estate.  

Tired of prospects ghosting your calls? Wondering how to follow up without being “that pushy salesperson”? In this episode of Stay Paid, Luke, Josh, Stephen, and Cody tackle your real-world questions like turning social media likes into actual clients, getting people to answer the phone, and following up in ways that build trust (not annoyance).  

If you’ve ever struggled with consistency, accountability, or building the right mindset for success, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. In this episode of Stay Paid, we sit down with legendary real estate coach Bill Pipes, who has led over 100,000 coaching sessions and worked with the industry’s best. Bill breaks down the three pillars every agent needs to succeed: skills, standards, and strategy. We dive into the rise of AI in sales prospecting, how to structure your day for maximum impact, and why identity shifts are the secret to breaking through income ceilings.

Following up doesn’t have to be awkward - and it shouldn’t feel like begging for business. If you’ve been letting follow-up slide or struggle to find the right words, this episode will give you the exact playbook to reconnect, nurture, and convert your network into repeat and referral business.

In this episode of Stay Paid, we welcome back Matt Halloran, co-founder and Chief Relationship Officer at ProudMouth, TEDx speaker, and host of the Top Advisor Marketing Podcast. Matt has appeared on over 1,000 podcasts, coached thousands of advisors, and built a business helping professionals grow their influence through podcasting.  

Get ready for actionable strategies you can implement from Luke & Josh during our latest Q&A episode. Whether you’re a new agent or a seasoned producer, this episode is packed with real-world insights to help you level up and create momentum in your business.  

What if the way you open a listing appointment is actually the most important part of the whole pitch? Real estate leader Andrew Undem (The SURE Group at Berkshire Hathaway) joins Stay Paid to share how he’s closed over $1B in sales and why it all starts with one thing: how you open.  

In this week’s episode of Stay Paid, we’re joined by The Broke Agent himself, Eric Simon, for a Q&A unlike any other. He’s helping agents just like you overcome the biggest obstacles in content creation & social media. If you’ve ever stared at your phone wondering what to post (or whether anyone even cares), this one’s for you.

Ninety-four years of real estate wisdom in 30 minutes

In this episode of Stay Paid, Josh and Luke take live calls from agents across the country to tackle the real struggles real estate professionals are facing right now. From fighting social media burnout to breaking into the luxury market to preparing for retirement after decades in the business, our guests ask it all—and our hosts don’t hold back. You’ll hear real talk, proven advice, and systems you can put in place immediately to gain traction.  

He didn’t go viral - he just closed over 100 homes. Here's proof that consistency, daily engagement, and personal touches will always beat chasing views.  In this episode, Nick Harris, a top-producing agent from Michigan, breaks down how he closes over 100 homes a year—without a single viral post. From DMs to database strategy, Nick walks us through the systems that keep his pipeline full and his clients engaged.  

In this live Q&A episode of Stay Paid, we coach three agents through some of the biggest challenges in real estate right now: recruiting in small towns, bouncing back after a tough year, and finding balance while juggling caregiving and business. This is real talk—unscripted and unfiltered.

Whether you’re feeling stuck in this market or looking for inspiration to lean in harder, Stephanie’s story will light a fire under you. Stephanie Xelowski is a top-producing San Diego-based luxury agent who’s built her brand on authenticity, strategy, and straight-up hustle. In this episode of Stay Paid, she shares how she bounced back after tough market years, why she finally launched her podcast “Behind the Lock Box,” and how she’s using social media to stay top of mind—and top of her game.  

In this special live Q&A episode of Stay Paid, Luke Acree, Josh Stike, and the top-producing Acree Brothers Realty team tackle your biggest questions—from marketing to mindset. Whether you're in real estate, insurance, or entrepreneurship, you'll walk away with practical steps for growing your business and staying motivated through tough seasons.

Would you give up your CEO title to pursue your purpose? He did. In this episode, Jimmy Burgess, former CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Beach Properties of Florida and one of Inman’s most-read contributors, returns to Stay Paid to share: ✅ Why he walked away from a prestigious CEO position ✅ How he defines real leadership ✅ The metaphor that changed how he views business and growth ✅ What agents must focus on in today’s market ✅ His plan to help 1 million agents close a deal Whether you're feeling stuck, burnt out, or unsure of your purpose, this episode will help you realign and reenergize.

He joined real estate in 2023 and has already closed over 120 transactions—without a massive sphere or years of experience. In this episode of Stay Paid, Tim Bushnell from Acree Brothers Realty in Lynchburg, VA, shares the exact action plan he followed to crush 40 deals his first year and then double it the next.

Want to stand out and get more listings—even in a frozen market? Then take notes from this episode with Marie Boatsman, a real estate powerhouse who built her business on referrals, community outreach, and creative video marketing. Marie blends killer listing content with relationship-driven client care, delivering everything from subscription-style gift boxes to behind-the-scenes Easter Bunny tours of her listings.

Lead gen isn’t your problem. Your client experience is. In this Stay Paid episode, Sheila Reddy, founder and CEO of Mosaik, joins us to share how she transitioned from healthcare leadership to building one of the most client-focused real estate platforms on the market. What started as a frustration with her own homebuying experiences has turned into a solution that gives agents a competitive edge where it matters most—during the transaction.

AI isn’t just coming—it’s here, and it’s already changing the way the top real estate pros do business. This week on Stay Paid, we welcome back Jason Pantana, marketing coach and Tom Ferry speaker, for a deep dive into the AI strategies every real estate agent must understand to stay competitive. From ChatGPT and Claude to CapCut and Canva, Jason shares the exact tools, prompts, and real-world applications agents are using right now to scale their marketing and dominate locally.