Real Estate Superstars Today!

Debby Watson Lawson: Growth, Independence, and Mentorship for the Modern Appraiser

In this episode of Real Estate Superstars Today, Dave Santamaria sits down with appraisal expert Debby Watson Lawson for a candid conversation about growth, independence, mentorship, and what the modern appraisal business actually looks like. From her unique path into the industry to the realities of working within the AMC model, Debby shares honest insight for anyone curious about appraisal, expanding from the real estate side of the business, or building a long-term career with room to grow. Whether you're a real estate professional exploring your next move or simply curious about the appraisal side of the industry, this episode delivers practical insight from someone who’s lived it.

Stephan Swanson: New in Real Estate and Making Money

In this episode of Real Estate Superstars Today, Rita sits down with Stephan Swanson of Maverick Real Estate Group sponsored by eXp Realty® to talk about entrepreneurship, the importance of marketing yourself and finding a mentor, and valuing personal connection over social media.

Chance Brown: Growing Office to 700 by Training

n this episode of Real Estate Superstars, Rita Santamaria sits down with Chance Brown Broker/Owner of CB&A, Realtors in Houston, TX to talk about what it really takes to grow a brokerage through training and leadership. Chance shares how earning designations helped shape his career, why following through on the goal of starting a brokerage matters, and what new brokers should look for when hiring their first agents. He also discusses the value of committing to open houses as a growth strategy and how to think strategically about advertising budgets when getting started. Whether you’re dreaming of opening your own brokerage or simply looking for ways to level up, this episode delivers real-world insight and practical advice from someone who’s done it successfully. Watch now and learn how training can be the foundation for long-term growth.

Leslie Lerner: How to Grow and Operate a Multi-generational Brokerage

Rita Santamaria interviews Leslie Lerner, Broker of Leslie Lerner Properties, to discuss operating a flat-fee brokerage, rebates, and rebating the commission, the importance of interviewing your potential broker, and her favorite tools to use including her own contract-understanding platform!

Chris Kelso: Finance, Mortgages Made Easy

Rita Santamaria interviews Chris Kelso, producing regional manager at Rate, to discuss why agents should get to know their loan officers, quarter points and BIPS, finding independent contractors, marketing yourself within your sphere of influence, mastering the mundane, and how “money will follow if you have a passion for what you do.”