The eXperiment Podcast

#143 From Widgets to Waves: The Monarchs of Malibu

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In this episode of The eXperiment Podcast, Laura is joined by special guest host, James Vance and we dive into the fascinating world of luxury real estate with another chapter from The Monarchs of Malibu: Billionaire’s Guide to Real Estate. This time, we're sharing the story of Rebecca, an innovative entrepreneur who made her fortune by creating a life-changing widget for humans and animals alike. What began as a simple summer rental in Malibu soon turned into a multifaceted real estate journey, with the Monarch team assisting Rebecca in managing properties across the country. However, not all stories have fairy tale endings—tune in to hear how an unethical real estate agent tried to poach Rebecca and how Monarch handled the situation with grace and professionalism.

Key Takeaways:

  • Client Connections: How a shared love for horses and mutual experiences created an instant bond between Laura and Rebecca, leading to a long-term relationship.
  • Beyond Malibu: Learn how Monarch’s commitment to their clients extends beyond Malibu, from selling an estate in Atlanta to managing a property in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
  • Ethical Challenges: Discover the challenges Monarch faced when an unethical agent tried to poach Rebecca and how they chose to respond.
  • Transparency and Representation: Understand the importance of Monarch’s retainer agreement and Buyer’s Representation Agreement, which ensures transparency and ethical client representation.

    • Highlights:

    • The initial meeting with Rebecca and the instant connection formed through shared experiences.
    • Helping Rebecca sell her estate in Atlanta and manage her Jackson Hole property.
    • The encounter with an unethical real estate agent and the decision to let Rebecca go.
    • The importance of ethical client representation at Monarch and how they maintain transparency with their clients.

      • Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

      • The Monarchs of Malibu: Billionaire’s Guide to Real Estate (Book)
      • Monarch Retainer Agreement and Buyer’s Representation Agreement

        • Connect with Us:

        • Visit our website: monarchsofmalibu.com
        • Follow us on Instagram: @MonarchsOfMalibu
        • Connect on LinkedIn: Monarchs of Malibu
        • Watch on YouTube: Monarchs of Malibu Channel

          • Catch Up on Previous Episodes:
          If you’ve missed any of our chapter snapshots, you can always catch up on them via your favorite platform—whether it's a podcast, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, or directly at monarchsofmalibu.com.

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