Desk Talk

By Trent Werner & Alex Smagala

Join Trent and Alex as they talk about Business, Personal Development and All things Real Estate! New episodes every Tuesday and Friday at 11 am, give us a follow and stay tuned for more interesting t... more

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How many episodes does Desk Talk have?

The podcast currently has 84 episodes available.

Desk Talk episodes:

November 17, 2020 Leveraging Your Mortgage to Build Wealth in Real Estate
In this episode, Alex and Trent chat about building wealth in real estate through leveraging a mortgage and using the equity to add to your portfolio. Should you pay your house off or use the equity to grow? This episode will help you understand the power of leverage!

Let's DO IT!
Trent Werner
REALTOR®
TrentWerner.com
Instagram @RealtorTrentW
[email protected]
Licensed OR/WA Real Estate Broker
Uptown Properties

Alex Smagala
Loan Advisor
Alex’s Quick Links
Instagram: @alex.smagala.mortgages
[email protected]
Licensed in OR, WA, & NV- NMLS# 1913962
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation

Kyle Miller - Timber Reel Productions
Instagram: @timberreel
www.timberreel.com
Cover Art done by @_tooty_fruity

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38min
November 13, 2020 Fast Paced Friday's #15
In this episode, Alex and Trent talk about how their minds think on a daily basis. It definitely involves a lot of business, investing, and generating income. They like to call it the mind of a serial entrepreneur.

Trent Werner
REALTOR®
TrentWerner.com
Instagram @RealtorTrentW
[email protected]
Licensed OR/WA Real Estate Broker
Uptown Properties

Alex Smagala
Loan Advisor
Alex’s Quick Links
Instagram: @alex.smagala.mortgages
[email protected]
Licensed in OR, WA, & NV- NMLS# 1913962
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation

Kyle Miller - Timber Reel Productions
Instagram: @timberreel
www.timberreel.com

Cover Art done by @_tooty_fruity

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17min
November 10, 2020 David vs Goliath In Real Estate
Full Video on our Youtube page for your viewing pleasure!

In this episode, Alex and Trent are talking about the big vs small in Real Estate. How do you compete with them? What separates you from them? Many more questions and strong opinions go into this episode!

Note this episode does have strong opinions, do your own research in regards to online vs local lenders!

Trent Werner
REALTOR®
TrentWerner.com
Instagram @RealtorTrentW
[email protected]
Licensed OR/WA Real Estate Broker
Uptown Properties

Alex Smagala
Loan Advisor
Alex’s Quick Links
Instagram: @alex.smagala.mortgages
[email protected]
Licensed in OR, WA, & NV- NMLS# 1913962
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation

Kyle Miller - Timber Reel Productions
Instagram: @timberreel
www.timberreel.com

Cover Art done by @_tooty_fruity

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41min
November 06, 2020 Fast Paced Friday's #14
In this episode, Alex talks briefly on his month of October and how it went. He also talks about the election and the importance to invest in hard assets. Something new here for your Friday's is life nuggets. There are 2 of them in this episode so listen for them and see if applying it would make sense in your life.

New episodes weekly! Want to see the video content? Head over to our Youtube Channel and catch us there!

Trent Werner
REALTOR®
TrentWerner.com
Instagram @RealtorTrentW
[email protected]
Licensed OR/WA Real Estate Broker
Uptown Properties

Alex Smagala
Loan Advisor
Alex’s Quick Links
Instagram: @alex.smagala.mortgages
[email protected]
Licensed in OR, WA, & NV- NMLS# 1913962
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation

Kyle Miller - Timber Reel Productions
Instagram: @timberreel
www.timberreel.com

Cover Art done by @_tooty_fruity

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8min
November 03, 2020 The World of Reverse Mortgages with Ian Murdock
In this episode, Alex and Trent had the chance to learn about the world of Reverse Mortgages with Ian Murdock. Ian is a loan officer who work in the same branch as Alex, he also happens to be the man when it comes to reverse mortgages. This is a completely different focus than normal mortgage business so it was awesome to hear him out. Listen in to hear how the media has a large influence of painting this product negatively when in reality it is a very handy product. If you know anyone at the age of 62, then reach out to Ian and let him know you came from our podcast, he will love it!
Trent Werner
REALTOR®
TrentWerner.com
Instagram @RealtorTrentW
[email protected]
Licensed OR/WA Real Estate Broker
Uptown Properties

Alex Smagala
Loan Advisor
Alex’s Quick Links
Instagram: @alex.smagala.mortgages
[email protected]
Licensed in OR, WA, & NV- NMLS# 1913962
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation

Ian Murdock - Reverse Mortgage Advisor

[email protected]

Kyle Miller - Timber Reel Productions
Instagram: @timberreel
www.timberreel.com

Cover Art done by @_tooty_fruity

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1h 8min
November 01, 2020 Fast Paced Friday's #13
In this episode Trent shares why 2020 has been the best year ever! With all of the obstacles, adversity, and hardships many people are experiencing right now it is easy to say "2020 sucks!" This episode will help you understand why, even in a difficult year, you are having a great day, month, and year!

"Acknowledge, discuss, move forward."

Trent Werner
REALTOR®
TrentWerner.com
Instagram @RealtorTrentW
[email protected]
Licensed OR/WA Real Estate Broker
Uptown Properties

Alex Smagala
Loan Advisor
Alex’s Quick Links
Instagram: @alex.smagala.mortgages
[email protected]
Licensed in OR, WA, & NV- NMLS# 1913962
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation

Kyle Miller - Timber Reel Productions
Instagram: @timberreel
www.timberreel.com
Cover Art done by @_tooty_fruity

...more
14min
October 28, 2020 Mindset, Mindset, Mindset!
In this episode, Alex and Trent sit down and talk MINDSET! Why you should have a "Growth" mindset instead of a "Fixed" mindset. What are the differences between the two types of mindsets? What type of mindset do entrepreneurs and leaders typically have? You will not want to miss the top ways to change your mindset to start thinking with a "Growth" mindset.

Trent Werner
REALTOR®
TrentWerner.com
Instagram @RealtorTrentW
[email protected]
Licensed OR/WA Real Estate Broker
Uptown Properties

Alex Smagala
Loan Advisor
Alex’s Quick Links
Instagram: @alex.smagala.mortgages
[email protected]
Licensed in OR, WA, & NV- NMLS# 1913962
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation

Kyle Miller - Timber Reel Productions
Instagram: @timberreel
www.timberreel.com
Cover Art done by @_tooty_fruity

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50min
October 23, 2020 Fast Paced Friday's #12
In this episode, Alex highlights a new program he became aware of, Good Neighbor Next Door. This program could make a lot of sense if you meet the qualifications and want to live in a certain area. Also a big announcement at the end! Stay tuned for this in the coming episodes, you finally get to put a name to a face.
Trent Werner
REALTOR®
TrentWerner.com
Instagram @RealtorTrentW
[email protected]
Licensed OR/WA Real Estate Broker
Uptown Properties

Alex Smagala
Loan Advisor
Alex’s Quick Links
Instagram: @alex.smagala.mortgages
[email protected]
Licensed in OR, WA, & NV- NMLS# 1913962
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation

Kyle Miller - Timber Reel Productions
Instagram: @timberreel
www.timberreel.com

Cover Art done by @_tooty_fruity

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10min
October 20, 2020 Chris Stuart - CEO of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
Chris Stuart joins Alex and Trent to talk about growing your real estate business, the National Association of Realtors annual survey, using experience from other industries, and leveraging past clients to get more deals. Chris has years of experience building a successful real estate business that you will not want to miss!

www.stuspropertyviews.com
@HSFChrisStuart

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Trent Werner
REALTOR®
TrentWerner.com
Instagram @RealtorTrentW
[email protected]
Licensed OR/WA Real Estate Broker
Uptown Properties

Alex Smagala
Loan Advisor
Alex’s Quick Links
Instagram: @alex.smagala.mortgages
[email protected]
Licensed in OR, WA, & NV- NMLS# 1913962
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation

Cover Art done by @_tooty_fruity

...more
58min
October 17, 2020 Fast Paced Friday's #11
In today's episode, Trent talks about navigating the Fall and Winter real estate season. Should you drop your rental rates to get your Investment properties leased up? You will learn all of these tips and tricks during this Fast Paced Friday episode!

Trent Werner
REALTOR®
TrentWerner.com
Instagram @RealtorTrentW
[email protected]
Licensed OR/WA Real Estate Broker
Uptown Properties

Alex Smagala
Loan Advisor
Alex’s Quick Links
Instagram: @alex.smagala.mortgages
[email protected]
Licensed in OR, WA, & NV- NMLS# 1913962
Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation

Cover Art done by @_tooty_fruity

...more
16min

FAQs about Desk Talk:

How many episodes does Desk Talk have?

The podcast currently has 84 episodes available.