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6 hours ago
On this episode of Real Estate Real World, I sit down with the incredible Paige McKnight—a powerhouse agent who turned life’s toughest moments into a thriving real estate career! 💪🏡
From starting out in electrical wholesale supply to becoming a top-performing real estate agent across North Carolina, Georgia, and Tennessee, Paige’s journey is one of resilience, passion, and non-stop growth. After stepping away from real estate in 2009 to care for her son, she made a powerful comeback in 2019, proving that the right mindset and dedication can take you to new heights—even during a pandemic! 🚀
We talk about:
✨ Her inspiring return to real estate after a decade
✨ How living in a small town (pop. 1,700!) shaped her career
✨ What made her leave RE/MAX and join eXp Realty
✨ Her love for hiking, kayaking, and supporting animal rescues 🏔️🐾
✨ The realities of real estate in a shifting market
If you love small-town charm, big success stories, and an agent who goes the extra mile, this episode is for YOU! 🎧🔥
📲 Listen now and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review!
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#RealEstateRealWorld #PodcastEpisode #RealEstateSuccess #eXpRealty #TopAgent #SmallTownBigDreams #WomenInRealEstate #RealEstatePodcast #RealtorLife #RealEstateGrowth #MillionDollarListing #HomeBuying #LuxuryRealEstate #RealEstateInvesting #RealEstateMarketing #HousingMarket #RealEstateCoaching #RealtorMindset #PodcastForEntrepreneurs
📲 Subscribe to Real Estate Real World on iTunes and check out www.realestaterealworld.com for updates. Don't forget to leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review—it helps others find our podcast! Stay tuned for exciting announcements about our upcoming "Rookie to Rockstar" course for new agents!
🌎 Learn from the real estate experts 🌎
Secrets of ChatGPT → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SvZzP-jwHew&t=190s
Leading A Team → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tf1Oc42sWWE&t=484s
Winning Mindset → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=REC_4j6TRmk&t=143s
Your Growth Potential → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z7htKgtDb8s&t=1s
Thrive the Changing Markets → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZH-DQTZrsAY&t=469s
🏆 Useful Resources 🏆
FREE Real Estate Agent Masterclass | Sign Up as Insider → www.MargueriteCrespillo.com
FREE Templates | Join the community to access files → https://www.facebook.com/groups/ressaa
🎥 Must Watch Videos You Are Missing Out 🎥
Simple Checklist to Create Loyal Sellers → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JliRZ6hYhM
Simple Checklist to Create Loyal Buyers → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZAUeAf9paI&t=17s
Open House Mastery → youtube.com/watch?v=9baw61ggocA
Seller Net Sheet → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=beRxpoaRPSs&t=289s
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🏆 Started a successful career in 1993 as a Real Estate Agent.
🏆 Assisted over 3000 families in more than 20 years of service as a Top Producing Real Estate Agent.
🏆 Provided coaching, training, and mentoring to hundreds of real estate professionals over the years.
🏆 Developed a series of training classes and boot-camps focused on the current economy's real estate landscape.
Be my insider: https://margueritecrespillo.com/
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0:00 - Introduction
2:15 - Meet Paige McKnight
5:30 - How Paige Got Into Real Estate
8:45 - Life Pause: Putting Real Estate on Hold
12:20 - Making a Powerful Comeback
15:40 - Navigating Real Estate During the Pandemic
18:55 - Small-Town Life & Real Estate in Murphy, NC
22:30 - Hiking, Kayaking & Life Beyond Real Estate
26:10 - Why Paige Joined eXp Realty
30:45 - The Future of Paige’s Real Estate Career
34:20 - Final Thoughts & Where to Connect with Paige
Wednesday Feb 12, 2025
Wednesday Feb 12, 2025
Let’s be real—real estate isn’t what it used to be. Gone are the days of flipping through MLS books and faxing blurry contracts (remember when faxes would fade?!). Now, we’re talking AI-powered searches, voice-activated MLS tools, and game-changing technology that’s transforming the way we do business.
In this episode of Real Estate Real World, I sat down with Dave Howe, CEO of MetroList, to chat about:
✅ How MLS has evolved from books to AI-driven search
✅ Why artificial intelligence is the next big thing for real estate
✅ How agents can adapt, stay ahead, and thrive in today’s fast-changing market
✅ The real impact of lawsuits & industry shifts—and how to navigate them
We covered a LOT, including why embracing change is the secret to long-term success. If you’re still on the fence about AI or wondering where MLS technology is headed, this convo is a MUST-listen.
What’s one piece of real estate tech you can’t live without? Drop it in the comments! 👇
#RealEstateRealWorld #RealEstateTech #MLSUpdates #AIinRealEstate #PropTech #RealtorTools #RealEstateMarketing #RealtorSuccess #MetroList #RealEstateTrends #TechForRealtors #AgentTools #FutureOfRealEstate #ListingTechnology #AIforRealtors
📲 Subscribe to Real Estate Real World on iTunes and check out www.realestaterealworld.com for updates. Don't forget to leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review—it helps others find our podcast! Stay tuned for exciting announcements about our upcoming "Rookie to Rockstar" course for new agents!
🌎 Learn from the real estate experts 🌎
Secrets of ChatGPT → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SvZzP-jwHew&t=190s
Leading A Team → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tf1Oc42sWWE&t=484s
Winning Mindset → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=REC_4j6TRmk&t=143s
Your Growth Potential → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z7htKgtDb8s&t=1s
Thrive the Changing Markets → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZH-DQTZrsAY&t=469s
🏆 Useful Resources 🏆
FREE Real Estate Agent Masterclass | Sign Up as Insider → www.MargueriteCrespillo.com
FREE Templates | Join the community to access files → https://www.facebook.com/groups/ressaa
🎥 Must Watch Videos You Are Missing Out 🎥
Simple Checklist to Create Loyal Sellers → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JliRZ6hYhM
Simple Checklist to Create Loyal Buyers → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZAUeAf9paI&t=17s
Open House Mastery → youtube.com/watch?v=9baw61ggocA
Follow me on Social Media 👇
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MySuccessTuneups/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/margueritecrespillo/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@margueritecrespillo
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcrespillo/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdFfhr1UAOOZYaFb8WilrRQ
X: https://twitter.com/MCrespillo
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@margueritecrespillo
Website: https://margueritecrespillo.com/
🏆 Started a successful career in 1993 as a Real Estate Agent.
🏆 Assisted over 3000 families in more than 20 years of service as a Top Producing Real Estate Agent.
🏆 Provided coaching, training, and mentoring to hundreds of real estate professionals over the years.
🏆 Developed a series of training classes and boot-camps focused on the current economy's real estate landscape.
Be my insider: https://margueritecrespillo.com/
–TIMESTAMP–
[00:00] Introduction – Meet Dave Howe, CEO of MetroList
[02:15] Dave’s journey in the MLS industry and his 40+ years of experience
[05:30] The evolution of MLS: From books to AI-powered search
[09:10] How AI is transforming real estate and MLS tools
[12:45] The impact of lawsuits and industry changes on real estate agents
[16:20] The importance of educating clients and proving your value
[20:00] How MetroList stayed ahead during industry shifts
[23:30] The role of artificial intelligence in home searches and agent workflows
[27:10] MetroList’s newest tech updates: Voice search and AI integration
[30:00] Why embracing technology is key to staying ahead in real estate
[33:20] The need for better MLS mobile apps and what's coming next
[36:00] Final thoughts – The future of MLS and advice for agents
Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
From Corrections to Closings! 🎙️
What happens when life throws you a curveball so big it shakes your entire career? For Aaron Ralls, that moment came when he lost his job as a corrections officer, leaving him in financial crisis with a home in foreclosure, a family to support, and no clear path forward.
But instead of letting the setback define him, Aaron reinvented himself—first as a barbershop owner and then as a highly successful real estate agent, closing one deal per week and working toward a $100K monthly GCI goal! 💰🏡
In this episode, Aaron gets real and raw about his journey, from facing false accusations and losing everything to building a thriving real estate business with zero paid leads—all through relationship-building and sheer determination.
#RealEstatePodcast #RealEstateAgent #RealEstateSuccess #TopRealEstateAgent #RealEstateMarketing #EntrepreneurMindset #SuccessMindset #BusinessGrowth #FinancialFreedom #Resilience #FromStrugglesToSuccess #MindsetMatters #SelfMade #LeadGeneration #NetworkingTips #MargueriteCrespillo
📲 Subscribe to Real Estate Real World on iTunes and check out www.realestaterealworld.com for updates. Don't forget to leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review—it helps others find our podcast! Stay tuned for exciting announcements about our upcoming "Rookie to Rockstar" course for new agents!
🌎 Learn from the real estate experts 🌎
Secrets of ChatGPT → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SvZzP-jwHew&t=190s
Leading A Team → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tf1Oc42sWWE&t=484s
Winning Mindset → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=REC_4j6TRmk&t=143s
Your Growth Potential → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z7htKgtDb8s&t=1s
Thrive the Changing Markets → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZH-DQTZrsAY&t=469s
🏆 Useful Resources 🏆
FREE Real Estate Agent Masterclass | Sign Up as Insider → www.MargueriteCrespillo.com
FREE Templates | Join the community to access files → https://www.facebook.com/groups/ressaa
🎥 Must Watch Videos You Are Missing Out 🎥
Simple Checklist to Create Loyal Sellers → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JliRZ6hYhM
Simple Checklist to Create Loyal Buyers → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZAUeAf9paI&t=17s
Open House Mastery → youtube.com/watch?v=9baw61ggocA
Aaron’s Social Media:
@AaronRallsRealtor on IG
Aaron Ralls on FB
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🏆 Started a successful career in 1993 as a Real Estate Agent.
🏆 Assisted over 3000 families in more than 20 years of service as a Top Producing Real Estate Agent.
🏆 Provided coaching, training, and mentoring to hundreds of real estate professionals over the years.
🏆 Developed a series of training classes and boot-camps focused on the current economy's real estate landscape.
Be my insider: https://margueritecrespillo.com/
Wednesday Jan 29, 2025
Wednesday Jan 29, 2025
This one’s a must-listen! I sat down with my girl Emily Valdez, and let me tell you—she is an absolute rockstar. 🏡✨
We’re talking real estate, open houses, flipping homes, social media marketing, and yes… even snail mail (because it STILL works, people!). Emily shares how she built a killer business, lands the right clients, and keeps real estate FUN (the way it should be!).
Oh, and did I mention she might’ve already sold her first flip before it even hit the market?! 🔥
If you’re in real estate (or thinking about it), this episode is packed with gold. Grab your coffee (or wine—no judgment), hit play, and let’s talk about what’s really working in today’s market. 🎧
Listen now & tell me—what’s YOUR go-to strategy for getting listings? Drop it in the comments! 👇
#RealEstateRealWorld #RealtorPodcast #RealEstateMarketing #ListingAgent #TopProducer #RealEstateCoaching #LeadGeneration #RealEstateSuccess #SocialMediaForRealtors #eXpRealty #OpenHousesWork #RealEstateLeads #FlippingHouses #RealEstateInvestor #MargueriteCrespillo
📲 Subscribe to Real Estate Real World on iTunes and check out www.realestaterealworld.com for updates. Don't forget to leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review—it helps others find our podcast! Stay tuned for exciting announcements about our upcoming "Rookie to Rockstar" course for new agents!
🌎 Learn from the real estate experts 🌎
Secrets of ChatGPT → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SvZzP-jwHew&t=190s
Leading A Team → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tf1Oc42sWWE&t=484s
Winning Mindset → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=REC_4j6TRmk&t=143s
Your Growth Potential → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z7htKgtDb8s&t=1s
Thrive the Changing Markets → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZH-DQTZrsAY&t=469s
🏆 Useful Resources 🏆
FREE Real Estate Agent Masterclass | Sign Up as Insider → www.MargueriteCrespillo.com
FREE Templates | Join the community to access files → https://www.facebook.com/groups/ressaa
🎥 Must Watch Videos You Are Missing Out 🎥
Simple Checklist to Create Loyal Sellers → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JliRZ6hYhM
Simple Checklist to Create Loyal Buyers → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZAUeAf9paI&t=17s
Open House Mastery → youtube.com/watch?v=9baw61ggocA
Follow me on Social Media 👇
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MySuccessTuneups/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/margueritecrespillo/
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcrespillo/
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Website: https://margueritecrespillo.com/
🏆 Started a successful career in 1993 as a Real Estate Agent.
🏆 Assisted over 3000 families in more than 20 years of service as a Top Producing Real Estate Agent.
🏆 Provided coaching, training, and mentoring to hundreds of real estate professionals over the years.
🏆 Developed a series of training classes and boot-camps focused on the current economy's real estate landscape.
Be my insider: https://margueritecrespillo.com/
–TIMESTAMP–
[00:00:00] Welcome to Real Estate Real World! 🚀
[00:01:00] Meet Emily Valdez – Realtor, adventurer, and all-around rockstar 🏡✨
[00:02:30] From Pollock Pines to San Diego to Camino – Emily’s journey back home 🌎
[00:05:00] How Emily made the leap from dental assistant to real estate 🦷➡️🏡
[00:08:00] The power of open houses and why they still work in today’s market 🏠💡
[00:10:30] Snail mail marketing? Yup, it STILL works, and here’s how! 📬
[00:14:00] The key to consistency in real estate (and why it’s so dang hard!) 🔄
[00:17:30] How Emily qualifies clients before taking on a listing 🤝
[00:20:00] Social media strategies that drive real estate deals 📲🔥
[00:25:30] Why Emily made the move to eXp Realty – and what changed for her 🏡🚀
[00:28:00] Emily’s first flip – what she learned, and did she sell it before it hit the market?! 🏚️➡️💰
[00:32:00] The real estate market in 2025 – what’s coming and how to stay ahead 📈
[00:36:00] The importance of surrounding yourself with the right people 🙌
[00:38:00] Wrapping up – Make real estate FUN again! 🎉
Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
Ever felt like life knocked you down so hard you weren’t sure how to get back up? Yeah, we’ve all been there. But here’s the thing—it’s never too late to rebuild.
This week on Real Estate Real World, I’m chatting with the incredible Eric Orland, who went from broke at 58 to building a real estate empire with over 3,000 agents at EXP Realty. 🚀 His story? Equal parts grit, heart, and hustle—and it’s packed with lessons you don’t want to miss.
We’re diving into:
✨ How to start over (even when you feel stuck).
✨ The mindset shifts that turn setbacks into superpowers.
✨ Why persistence is your best-kept secret weapon.
If you’re ready to feel inspired, take notes, and laugh along the way, hit play now. 🎧 Link in bio!
💬 After you listen, tell me: What’s one thing you’re rebuilding in your life right now? I’d love to cheer you on! 💛
#RealEstatePodcast #RealEstateSuccess #AgentAttraction #EXPRealty #BusinessGrowth #RealEstateCoaching #EntrepreneurMindset #OvercomingObstacles #PersistencePaysOff #LeadershipLessons #RealEstateMotivation #PodcastEpisode #InspirationForSuccess
📲 Subscribe to Real Estate Real World on iTunes and check out www.realestaterealworld.com for updates. Don't forget to leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review—it helps others find our podcast! Stay tuned for exciting announcements about our upcoming "Rookie to Rockstar" course for new agents!
🌎 Learn from the real estate experts 🌎
Secrets of ChatGPT → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SvZzP-jwHew&t=190s
Leading A Team → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tf1Oc42sWWE&t=484s
Winning Mindset → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=REC_4j6TRmk&t=143s
Your Growth Potential → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z7htKgtDb8s&t=1s
Thrive the Changing Markets → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZH-DQTZrsAY&t=469s
🏆 Useful Resources 🏆
FREE Real Estate Agent Masterclass | Sign Up as Insider → www.MargueriteCrespillo.com
FREE Templates | Join the community to access files → https://www.facebook.com/groups/ressaa
🎥 Must Watch Videos You Are Missing Out 🎥
Simple Checklist to Create Loyal Sellers → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JliRZ6hYhM
Simple Checklist to Create Loyal Buyers → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZAUeAf9paI&t=17s
Open House Mastery → youtube.com/watch?v=9baw61ggocA
Follow me on Social Media 👇
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcrespillo/
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Website: https://margueritecrespillo.com/
🏆 Started a successful career in 1993 as a Real Estate Agent.
🏆 Assisted over 3000 families in more than 20 years of service as a Top Producing Real Estate Agent.
🏆 Provided coaching, training, and mentoring to hundreds of real estate professionals over the years.
🏆 Developed a series of training classes and boot-camps focused on the current economy's real estate landscape.
Be my insider: https://margueritecrespillo.com/
Wednesday Jan 15, 2025
Wednesday Jan 15, 2025
What do writing bestselling books, running a successful real estate business for over 30 years, and helping others think bigger have in common? Lisa Brown. 🏡✨
In this episode of Real Estate Real World, we dive into Lisa’s incredible journey—from owning brokerages and publishing books to coaching real estate agents on how to level up their mindset and results. 💡
We’re talking about the real stuff:
👉 The power of going back to basics in real estate
👉 Why relationships (not apps) are still king
👉 Balancing ambition with personal growth
And let’s not forget… Lisa’s secrets to big-picture thinking and how she’s helping others turn their dreams into a reality. 🌟
You won’t want to miss this one—especially if you’ve been looking for a little inspiration to get out of your own way and start crushing those goals!
🎧 Tune in now and get ready to take notes (and maybe rethink how you’re showing up).
📲 Subscribe to Real Estate Real World on iTunes and check out www.realestaterealworld.com for updates. Don't forget to leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review—it helps others find our podcast! Stay tuned for exciting announcements about our upcoming "Rookie to Rockstar" course for new agents!
🌎 Learn from the real estate experts 🌎
Secrets of ChatGPT → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SvZzP-jwHew&t=190s
Leading A Team → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tf1Oc42sWWE&t=484s
Winning Mindset → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=REC_4j6TRmk&t=143s
Your Growth Potential → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z7htKgtDb8s&t=1s
Thrive the Changing Markets → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZH-DQTZrsAY&t=469s
🏆 Useful Resources 🏆
FREE Real Estate Agent Masterclass | Sign Up as Insider → www.MargueriteCrespillo.com
FREE Templates | Join the community to access files → https://www.facebook.com/groups/ressaa
🎥 Must Watch Videos You Are Missing Out 🎥
Simple Checklist to Create Loyal Sellers → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JliRZ6hYhM
Simple Checklist to Create Loyal Buyers → https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZAUeAf9paI&t=17s
Open House Mastery → youtube.com/watch?v=9baw61ggocA
Follow me on Social Media 👇
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MySuccessTuneups/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/margueritecrespillo/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@margueritecrespillo
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcrespillo/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdFfhr1UAOOZYaFb8WilrRQ
X: https://twitter.com/MCrespillo
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@margueritecrespillo
Website: https://margueritecrespillo.com/
🏆 Started a successful career in 1993 as a Real Estate Agent.
🏆 Assisted over 3000 families in more than 20 years of service as a Top Producing Real Estate Agent.
🏆 Provided coaching, training, and mentoring to hundreds of real estate professionals over the years.
🏆 Developed a series of training classes and boot-camps focused on the current economy's real estate landscape.
Be my insider: https://margueritecrespillo.com/
–TIMESTAMP–
[00:01:00] Becoming a six-time bestselling author and what it takes to write a book
[00:05:00] The basics of real estate success and why they still matter
[00:10:00] Masculine vs. feminine energy in business—balancing ambition and relationships
[00:20:00] Big-picture thinking and how to expand your mindset
[00:28:00] Final thoughts on staying grounded while aiming for massive success