The Real Look
by Bruce Hardie - Keller Williams Realty Spokane / Keller Williams Realty Central Oregon
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Named "Best Realtor Podcast" by Feedspot, The Real Look is your all-access ticket into the real estate industry! Tune in each week with host Bruce Hardie as he brings you 'Northern Lights' interviews with Mega Agents in the Northwest. Learn best practices, challenges, and everything in between in raw discussions about the journey to the top. If you're a real estate agent, or aspiring to be one, hit the subscribe button now.
Episodes
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- Challenges Realtors Face Today · 13 min · Season 3 Episode 4Challenges Realtors Face Today explores the real struggles agents encounter in today's changing real estate industry—from generating leads and adapting to technology to…
- The Tech Advantage: Work Smarter, Grow Faster with Keller Williams · 10 min · Season 3 Episode 3Discover how technology, automation, and AI can help real estate agents save time, improve efficiency, generate opportunities, and build a stronger business. Bruce Hardie sits…
- KW Spokane MythBusters - Things that You Need to Know · 35 minThink you know Keller Williams Spokane? Think again! 🎯 Welcome to KW Spokane MythBusters, where we tackle common misconceptions about Keller Williams, answer the questions agents…
- KW Spokane MythBusters - Only 20% of Agents Did 10 Deals Last Year Here's Why · 2 minThink you know Keller Williams Realty Spokane? Think again! In this MythBusters episode, we tackle common misconceptions about KW and uncover the facts behind the models…
- Keller Williams Realty Central Oregon MythBusters · 5 minThink you know Keller Williams Realty Central Oregon? Think again! In this MythBusters episode, we tackle common misconceptions about KW and uncover the facts behind the models…
- Brad Davis on Needs-Based Real Estate, Leading with Empathy, and Detaching from Outcome · 38 min · Season 4 Episode 196LISTEN: We close out Season 4 of The Real Look with special guest Brad Davis from Keller Williams Greater Seattle. Brad shares his two decades of industry experience, from ‘sink…
- Megan Anderson on Serving Seniors, Pivoting in a Shift, and Chasing Scalability · 31 min · Season 4 Episode 195LISTEN: We’ve got a unicorn in the studio today! Megan Anderson with KW Premier Partners in Vancouver, Washington. 3.5 years ago she jumpstarted her career in real estate…
- Trending News: December 18, 2024 · 14 min · Season 4 Episode 194The latest inflation data ups the odds of a December Fed rate cut, while Move transfers ‘fake leads’ lawsuit to federal court. Plus, HousingWire debunks the social media myth…
- Christina Zimmerman on Being a Business Owner, Long Distance Partnerships, and Knowing Your ROI · 27 min · Season 4 Episode 193LISTEN: Today we’re joined by Christina Zimmerman with KW Western Realty in Bellingham, Washington. After selling 24 homes her first year in the business, Christina hit the…
- Trending News: December 11, 2024 · 10 min · Season 4 Episode 192Mortgage rates fall on jobs week data, so where do we stand in the economic cycle? Meanwhile, Fannie Mae forecasts dramatic downward revisions for 2025 home sales.
- Jacqueline Smith on Getting Uncomfortable, Failing on Purpose, and Her Four Sources of Lead Gen · 32 min · Season 4 Episode 191LISTEN: What an incredible treat to welcome Jacqueline Smith as today’s guest from Keller Williams Premier Partners in Vancouver, Washington. Jacqueline hit the ground running…
- Trending News: December 4, 2024 · 10 min · Season 4 Episode 190Compass announces plans to acquire @properties and Christie's International Real Estate in their first major move into the global market. Meanwhile, landmark NAR commission…
- Marilyn Richesin on Serving Military Families, Finding the Best Lead Gen Strategy (for You), and Partnering With Your Spouse · 30 min · Season 4 Episode 189LISTEN: What a treat to welcome Marilyn Richesin from Keller Williams Greater 360 in Kistap County, Washington. She had to completely rebuild her business across the…
- Trending News: November 27, 2024 · 14 min · Season 4 Episode 188NAHREP warns repealing CCP will create '2-tiered' housing market, and we explore why real estate is struggling to keep up with a rising US economy. Plus, 76% of home sellers say…
- Robbyn Adelsman on Equestrian Expertise, Gaining Trust, and the Gift of Persistence · 26 min · Season 4 Episode 187LISTEN: Robbyn Adelsman joins this episode with Keller Williams Realty Lake Tapps in Lake Tapps, Washington. Robbyn shares her journey starting out as a young agent building…
- Hoge & Davitte on Going ‘Old School’, A Balanced Partnership, and the Fear of Failing · 34 min · Season 4 Episode 186LISTEN: Greg Davitte and Max Hoge join today’s episode from Keller Williams Greater Seattle. Now almost two years into their adventure building their team at Hoge & Davitte…
- Trending News: November 13, 2024 · 13 min · Season 4 Episode 185Fed cuts interest rates by 25 bps…what will Trump’s victory indicate for future moves? Meanwhile, iBuyer Opendoor lays off 300 workers and NAR steers clear of Clear Cooperation…
- Dru Hill on Building a Digital Sphere, Service Above Sales, and Chasing Ghosts · 32 min · Season 4 Episode 184LISTEN: Today we welcome Dru Hill to the studio from Keller Williams Greater Seattle. Dru jumped into real estate at the beginning of the pandemic and was tasked with the unique…
- Trending News: November 6, 2024 · 13 min · Season 4 Episode 183October jobs report adds to a U.S. economy full of uncertainty, while agent commissions are holding steady (except above the $1M mark). We’ll also get into the Court’s approval…
- Aaron Heard on His Passion for Coaching, Getting Comfortable with ‘No’, and a Banner Year…in 2008?! · 37 min · Season 4 Episode 182LISTEN: Super excited about this opportunity to sit down with Aaron Heard of Keller Williams Portland Central, an absolute legend in our industry. Aaron built his foundation…
- Trending News: October 30, 2024 · 12 min · Season 4 Episode 181It’s election time, and MBA CEO Bob Broeksmit has lots to say about prioritizing housing regulations regardless of who wins the oval office. Plus, the latest on housing prices…
- Klarissa Skinner on Managing 525 Doors, Leading With Revenue, and Qualifying Your Clients · 41 min · Season 4 Episode 180LISTEN: We’re joined by Klarissa Skinner with Keller Williams Realty Partners Inc. serving the Kansas City Metro area. She found the courage to walk away from a secure paycheck…
- Trending News: October 23, 2024 · 12 min · Season 4 Episode 179NAR asks the court to dismiss a lawsuit filed by Homie and the Fed’s monetary policy stifles new construction. Plus, the surprising reason why mortgage rates are up despite…
- Anton Stetner on Following the Money, Trusting the Cyclical Market, and Being a Student of the (Investor) Game · 33 min · Season 4 Episode 178LISTEN: Get ready for an in-depth conversation about the importance of investing in housing, especially if you are a real estate agent. We welcome Anton Stetner with Keller…
- Trending News: October 16, 2024 · 13 min · Season 4 Episode 177NAR asks the Supreme Court to weigh in on the DOJ fight and Citadel agrees to pay $6.5M to settle the DOJ’s redlining claims. Meanwhile, the impact of Hurricane Helene exposes…
- Northern Lights: Jenah Mahan-Williams on Adventures in Investing, Owning a Brokerage, and Her Passion for (Tax-Free) Wealth · 32 min · Season 4 Episode 176LISTEN: Get your daily dose of wisdom direct from Jenah Mahan-Williams, owner of Gateway Real Estate with Keller Williams Puyallup. Jenah shares her journey keeping the family…
- Trending News: October 9, 2024 · 8 min · Season 4 Episode 175eXp, John L. Scott and Real Estate One reach settlement agreements and the latest jobs report has us wondering where mortgage rates are headed next. Plus…home purchase sentiments…
- Northern Lights: Josh Cooley on The ’08 Shift, Matchmaking Your Off-Market Database, and The 50/50 Game · 31 min · Season 4 Episode 174LISTEN: In this episode, Josh Cooley of Keller Williams Eugene tells us about finding his fire for real estate, a passion that’s only gotten bigger since he first entered this…
- Trending News: October 2, 2024 · 12 min · Season 4 Episode 173US housing turnover rate hits 30-year low while HousingWire questions if mortgage rates could sink below 6% by year’s end. Meanwhile, Anywhere joins Compass’ Robert Reffkin in…
- Northern Lights: Dan Ihara on Problem Solving, Unlocking Wealth, and the Value of a Real Estate Planner · 38 min · Season 4 Episode 172LISTEN: Today we’re joined by the ultimate problem solver, Dan Ihara with Keller Williams Honolulu. Dan runs The Ihara Team and has been recognized among Honolulu’s Top 100…
- Northern Lights: Sarita Dua on Being BOLD, Building ‘Referral Mountain’, and Just Doing The Work · 45 min · Season 4 Episode 171LISTEN: Mega Agent Sarita Dua joins the podcast serving the Portland Metro area with Keller Williams Sunset Corridor. Sarita is a true student of the game and an inspiration to…
- Trending News: September 11, 2024 · 19 min · Season 4 Episode 170Brokerages promote educational tools amongst NAR changes, new data reveals the cost of aging, and the Redfin Next agent payment plan extends nationwide.
- Northern Lights: Hao Dang on the Power of Networking, Being Your Own Biggest Competition, and Wanting His Team to…FAIL? · 31 min · Season 4 Episode 169LISTEN: Get ready for valuable takeaways in this conversation with Top Bellevue Washington Agent, Hao Dang. He’s literally giving you the scripts. “This is how I start…
- Trending News: September 4, 2024 · 18 min · Season 4 Episode 168With the July pending home sales slump and latest inflation numbers, experts predict September rate decreases will be minimal. Meanwhile, John Sitzer launches an à la carte…
- Northern Lights: Edgardo Quiroz on Career Path, Using Social Media to Generate Business, and How Real Estate by Design Allowed Other Ventures · 36 min · Season 4 Episode 167LISTEN: We are joined by Edgardo Quiroz with Keller Williams Yakima Valley in Yakima, Washington. He shares his journey from graduating college during the pandemic to becoming a…
- Trending News: August 28, 2024 · 17 min · Season 4 Episode 168Keller Williams launches resource guide for agents to navigate NAR settlement. Also, Redfin’s latest layoff round hits brokerage services biz. And finally, Homie sues NAR and…
- Northern Lights: Lindy Haaglund on Real Estate Leadership, Coaching, and Opportunities · 31 min · Season 4 Episode 167LISTEN: We are joined by Lindy Haaglund with Keller Williams Realty Puget Sound in Federal Way, Washington. She shares her journey from working three jobs to becoming a…
- Trending News: August 21, 2024 · 17 min · Season 4 Episode 166The latest housing starts data is mostly bad news. Also, Nykia Wright was named NAR’s permanent CEO. And finally, Americans are worried that climate events will negatively impact…
- Northern Lights: Alexis “Rankin” Halikas on Thinking Like a Business Owner and Leveraging Time · 37 min · Season 4 Episode 165LISTEN: We’re joined by Alexis Halikas, Business Consultant and Real Estate Coach. She shares her journey from selling real estate to market center leader and becoming a coach…
- Trending News: August 14, 2024 · 18 min · Season 4 Episode 164Court grants preliminary approval to HomeServices’ commission lawsuit settlement. Also, Offerpad confirms layoffs after ‘restructuring’ amid down market. And finally, Consumer…
- Northern Lights: Marti Pepper on Building relationships, Doing Business in a Unique Market and Being Visible in the Community · 31 min · Season 4 Episode 163LISTEN: We are joined by Marti Pepper with the Redoubt Team at Keller Williams Alaska Group in Soldotna, Alaska. She shares her journey into real estate, starting from her…
- Trending News: August 7, 2024 · 14 min · Season 4 Episode 162The financial markets are freaking out, that should be good for mortgages. Also, Buyer agent commissions down to 2.55% since the NAR settlement. And finally, Tappable home equity…
- Northern Lights: Patricia O'Neil on Providing Value and Caring for Clients · 43 min · Season 4 Episode 161LISTEN: We are joined by Patricia O'Neil, with Keller Williams Realty Alaska Group of Wasilla in Wasilla, Alaska.. She shares her journey and approach to the business. She…
- Trending News: July 31st, 2024 · 17 min · Season 4 Episode 160Several US cities where starter homes cost $1M spiked since 2019. A second wave of commission lawsuit notices hit mailboxes. Finally, Home price index drops in June as inventory…
- Northern Lights: Jim Windmiller on Starting Part Time in Real Estate to Opening a Brokerage to Moving it to KW and to Achieving a 7th Level Business · 41 min · Season 4 Episode 159LISTEN: We are joined by Jim Windmiller Jim Windmiller at Keller Williams Realty East Idaho in Idaho Falls, Idaho. He shares his journey in real estate, from starting part-time…
- Trending News: July 24th, 2024 · 17 min · Season 4 Episode 158Keller Williams hits milestone: $2B in profits shared with agents. Also, 'Irrebuttable' sales claims trap brokerages in settlement limbo. Finally, HUD awards $325M in grants to…
- Northern Lights Special Episode: Jason Abrams Interview from April 2024 · 42 min · Season 4 Episode 157LISTEN: We’re joined by Jason Abrams, Head of Industry and Learning at Keller Williams Realty International. He shares his journey in the real estate industry, from starting with…
- Trending News: July 17th, 2024 · 15 min · Season 4 Episode 156Foreclosures are expected to grow slowly to the end of 2024. Also, Court denies NAR’s request for rehearing in the DOJ investigation case. Finally, No HomeServices deal is yet…
- Northern Lights: Anna Marie Dalbey on Transitioning from One Market to Another and Building Her Business · 27 min · Season 4 Episode 155LISTEN: We are joined by Anna Marie Dalbey with The Dalbey Team at Keller Williams Realty North Central Washington in Wenatchee, Washington. She shares her 35-year journey and…
- Trending News: State of the Industry - July 2024 · 35 min · Season 4 Episode 154In this special edition of Trending News, Bruce and Chase discuss the state of the industry for July 2024. They cover three key metrics the Fed and the government use to measure…
