Real Estate, For Real

"Man, I'm So Great"

On this episode I'm joined by Brian Moore to discuss the new Uniform Appraisal Dataset changes set to take place in November. We talk about the upcoming Break for Hot Topics event, featuring a panel of local appraisers who will fill us in on what the new format will entail. Brian and I cover what impact it may have on how Realtors do their job, the advantage of learning as much about this as we can ahead of time, the added difficulties this will present to people trying to sell without an agent, the importance of communication and cooperation between Realtors and appraisers, and then we cover Brian's own story of getting into real estate.

"Keep Pushing"

This week I welcome Lori Waggener. We talk about her 34 years in the business, the early days of The Real Estate Group, how our clients' expectations have changed over the years, winding down her career, working alongside her son, and the incredible patience it takes to be a Realtor's spouse.

"You Can Leave"

This week I'm joined by Brian Cisna with Guild Mortgage. We talk about moving back to Central IL from Texas, building relationships with local Realtors, the flexibility that Guild provides, how he met his wife and enjoying their opportunity to work together, communicating, open houses, and being one the fastest swimmers in the country.

"I Want to be a Solution Girl"

This week I sit down with Janet Gogerty. We make a few major announcements, reflect on our high school days, learn how she got into, then out of, then back into the business, talk about how we help buyers and sellers in a competitive market, and go over some of our favorite real estate sayings.

"You're Gonna Look Stupid"

This week I welcome Taylor Pierceall to the podcast. We talk about what brought her from Texas to Illinois, the importance of being active in the community, overcoming the fear of putting yourself out there on social media, keeping your word in a transaction, raising kids, and the types of cars that Realtors drive.