In this episode of the Headed Home Podcast, Jen and Andrew sit down to discuss a big change in Jen's career: her move to the mortgage industry. Jen shares her personal journey of realizing it was time for a change, the challenges she faced while transitioning, and the excitement of starting a new chapter in her life. We also discusses the importance of taking risks, following your passions, and the power of a supportive partner in making big life changes. This episode is perfect for anyone who is considering a career change or who is in the midst of a major transition!

In this episode, we interview Deb Guy and Chris Harvey from the Guy Team in Colorado. We discuss knowing the contract, keeping yourself passionate in real estate, and the need for systems in your business in order to be as successful as you can be. 

Having an enhanced understanding of the area’s growth history, insight into the current and future development climate, and an investment mindset about real estate, The Guy Team has earned a strong reputation among clients and peers.

Debra is a native of Denver, having grown up in a neighborhood in Centennial, Colorado. She graduated from Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa with a BA in Finance and Marketing. She also spent a semester in London at Richmond University on a work/study abroad program. She then headed to Los Angeles to work for Toyota as a Financial Analyst at their headquarters. Although she loved living near the beach, the mountains were calling her back. In 2002, Debra moved back to Denver to go into real estate. She purchased her first home in the Sloans Lake neighborhood shortly after, which she still owns as an investment property.

Debra loves taking advantage of the outdoors, whether it be hiking, skiing, or jumping on her road bike. She is also an avid scuba diver and traveler and discovers at least one new destination a year. Yes, she eagerly accepts suggestions of new and exotic places to visit!

Debra has truly found her passion in her career. She uses her financial and marketing background to assist her clients in their real estate needs. She is a strong believer that real estate is an investment that, treated as such, can create wealth for her clients. She takes the time to sit down with her clients to really listen to their needs and strives to exceed their expectations. If you are looking for an agent with honest integrity who will work hard for your sale or purchase, look no further.

Chris epitomizes integrity, honesty, hard work, and service. His professional approach through these values gives his clients a sought-after experience whether buying or selling a home. Chris’ past professional experience as a nonprofit fundraising executive prepared him to excel for his clients in real estate. For 16 years, he fine-tuned a skill set of listening, understanding, problem-solving, and negotiating to help individuals and families accomplish their philanthropic goals. He has a history of creating long-lasting relationships built with unparalleled enthusiasm. He is using these skills and his passion for helping others to help you realize your dreams through real estate.

Born and raised on the east coast, Chris transplanted to Denver in 2007 to live the Colorado lifestyle. Winter, spring, summer or fall, you’ll find Chris, with his wife, daughter and two Chinook dogs, Sammy and Max, outside having fun, skiing in Winter Park, cooking gourmet meals for family and friends or sipping on a good cocktail.

Together Chris and Debra form Guy Team Homes. Navigating their clients through the real estate process and delivering the highest level of service, consultation, and advocacy while having a fun and fulfilling experience.

You can find them here: https://guyteamhomes.com/

In this episode, Jen and Andrew don't have a guest. They just dive into their goal setting process they use at the beginning of each year, as well as detail out how they use systems through the remainder of the year, to make sure they set themselves up to achieve the goals they set out to achieve. Lots of details included!

Lorena is a Denver native with a passion for Real Estate, Entrepreneurship, Investing, Advocacy and Travel.

Lorena is an experienced realtor and has been serving the Denver Metro Area for over 5 years. She is the co-owner of the Boutique real estate firm Mora Real Estate Co. With demonstrated experience in doing flips, owning rentals, and Airbnb. Her clients range from first time buyers, first generation graduates, millennials, Investors, Commercial, and the Hispanic community.

Lorena holds her Bachelors of Social Work degree as well as her Real Estate License. She is skilled in nonprofit organizations, case management, trauma therapy, public speaking, and working with a range of clients, from first-time home buyers to investors.

Lorena is the first generation in her family to graduate High School, College, and purchase multiple properties. She is bilingual in Spanish and English. She has an undeniable love for travel, food, culture, and has visited multiple countries in the last few years.

She truly loves real estate as she understands what an amazing tool it is for building wealth and a legacy. She plans on continuing to expand her rental portfolio while also helping others with their financial goals and dreams. Her ultimate goal is to educate and inspire as many people as possible about the endless opportunities real estate has to offer.

In this episode, we dive into the importance of asking for feedback and using it to get bet better every day. We also discuss how to learn from failure and how he is being successful in this current market.

Born at St. Joe's Hospital, Chad is a Denver native who grew up in Littleton & Centennial, and who graduated from Colorado Academy High School. He studied philosophy at the University of Southern California (FIGHT ON, TROJANS!), and he spent eight years in Los Angeles working in sports media & social security law. Chad's been selling real estate in Denver since 2012, starting his career with the R&R Team at RE/MAX Professionals - twice honored as a Top 10 team by the Denver Metro Association of Realtors® (DMAR) during his tenure. After leaving the R&R Team, Chad had roles as Director of Talent Development and Director of Compliance for two local boutique brokerages, and he then opened his own brokerage, Stairway Real Estate Corporation in 2018. In March of 2020, he was thrilled to merge with the Compass family, and he has been the Principal Broker & Team Lead for The Stairway Team at Compass ever since. He has represented more than 120 sides and sold more than $53 million in total volume over his 10 year career.

Chad is an impassioned world traveler. He's visited 35 countries on 5 continents, and he's completed numerous multi-day treks in South America, Europe, and Asia. He is a sports fanatic, a total sucker for dogs, and an avid reader. He loves to hike, golf, and cook, and he has several business interests in the coffee industry. He believes that every day is a gift, and he loves to find natural beauty and laughter wherever he goes. He's a doting husband to his wife, Natalie, and a very proud Dad-dog to his 2 year old Bernese Mountain Dog, Lloyd Christmas Thurman.

He enjoys deep conversations and welcomes any and all questions. You can reach him at: [email protected]; 303.947.4907 (Cell)

www.thestairwayteam.com

In this episode, Katrina talks to us about adding value, understanding what you want, focusing on using your time effectively, marrying the process and divorcing the result, imposter syndrome, putting your oxygen mask on first, and making sure your career doesn’t make you resentful.

Katrina Nguyen’s passion is people. A Denver native and a broker since 2013, Katrina’s service-centered approach is rooted in integrity and compassionate advocacy as she strives to turn her clients’ dreams of homeownership into reality.

As a five-star Professional Service Award winner for the past four years, Katrina takes on the role of a coach or adviser, diving deep into her clients’ psychology to better understand their wants, needs, drives and fears to curate an individualized experience. With a background in marketing, her knack for building meaningful relationships and connecting with people is at the forefront of her business and daily life.

Katrina is known by her clients for her open communication style, creativity and energetic personality, making the process lighthearted and enjoyable. Guiding hardworking individuals in making one of the most important financial decisions of their lives is no simple feat, and Katrina is always up for the challenge.

A Denver native, Katrina strives to give back to her community as often as possible, whether it be through supporting small businesses, packing lunches for the homeless or spending time with children with disabilities. She loves trying new restaurants and recipes, playing at the park with her dog Oliver, and traveling as often as she can. Katrina challenges herself by working out multiple times a week, particularly HIIT training, and strives to learn something new every day.

You can find her here:

https://milehimodern.com/aboutus/katrina-nguyen/

Instagram: @katrina.realtor

In this episode, we got to talk with David DiPetro, an incredibly successful real estate agent in Denver. We discuss how you can take the lessons and habits you get from training as an athlete into business in order to be successful. David also talks about what agents need to do when they start in the business in order to be successful. 

David DiPetro is a Denver Native and a Real Estate expert with an emphasis on luxury the market. David has represented some impressive sales representing Colorado in all its' glory from 200+ acre hunting ranches, luxurious multi million dollar estates to luxury condos in downtown Denver. As a former collegiate football athlete, David has translated that discipline and hard work mindset into an impressive career.

"Selling Real Estate was always a dream of mine and I am blessed to have made a great career out of it. This has been the only career I have ever had. I got my license in my senior year of college and out it to use right away. At 28 I am so excited to see where it will take me. My WHY is truly helping my clients achieve their real estate goals to the highest standard no matter the price point. My white glove service and genuine care is what I feel makes my clients' dreams come true. I truly care about my clients and helping them and take the stress off of their shoulders and go to work ONLY for them. The thank you and hug at the end is what makes everything worth it!"

You can find David at:

https://www.daviddipetro.com/

https://www.compass.com/agents/david-dipetro/

In this episode, we talk about the most important thing agents can be doing right now in this shifting market with Regina Moore.

Regina is a native of Colorado and has been a licensed real estate broker since 2005. Her greatest satisfaction comes helping buyers and sellers understand and navigate the market so that they can achieve the most out of their investment.  She can assist both buyers and sellers in a variety of ways; from neighborhood knowledge and home values, to statistical analysis and negotiating the deal. She knows the ins and out of the transaction, and really enjoys helping people determine what they want in a home, and what they can afford.   

She holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Business Administration from University of Northern Colorado; Masters in Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration on Organizational Management; as well as a variety of other educational distinctions, including; Certified Meyers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) trainer; Certified Real Estate Owned (REO) Specialist; Short Sale Foreclosure Resource (SFR); and Graduate, Realtors Institute (GRI).  

Most importantly, she is a dedicated broker with a zest for life, people, and new experiences.