In this episode of the Black History Month Reflection Series, host Dave Jones interviews Dr. Tafona Ervin, an executive leading a nonprofit foundation focused on equity and access. Blackness and identity, the challenges of being a black female leader, the weight of black leadership, and balancing personal and professional life all are on the table in this episode!

Dr. Tafona Ervin discusses the importance of intentional relationships, the achievement she felt as a black leader, the pride in her blackness, and her belief in the next generation's ability to continue the work of shifting perceptions about black professionals in leadership roles.

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Charting Our Future - conference registration!

GraduateTacoma.org

Have any questions about areas you'd like Dave to cover? Or do you have any other questions regarding the Pierce County housing market? Feel free to email Dave at [email protected].

In our last installment of 2024 Hot Takes, we sit down with Windermere Abode Lakewood agent Ferrah Seifert and owner/designated broker Jasmyn Jefferson to hear their hot takes for 2024. We also dive into Taylor Swift, SiR, and more 👀

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In this episode of AbodeLive!, Dave sits down with Heidi Hurst, Ian Badillo, and Allison O'Hagan to hear their hot takes for 2024.

**the live stream cuts off short :( , message Allison O'Hagan directly if you want to know more about her hot take!)**

⁠Heidi Hurst Team

⁠Ian Badillo

Allison O'Hagan

In this episode of AbodeLive!, Dave sits down with Nick Casanova, Spencer Eiseman and Jordan Cain to hear their hot takes for 2024.

Nick Casanova

Spencer Eiseman

Jordan Cain

In this episode we dive into what to look forward to for social media in 2024.

Former social media account manager and current storyteller and influencer Rome Johnson joins us to give us his insight + sites and tips you can use to create RIGHT NOW!

Have any questions about areas you'd like Dave to cover? Or do you have any other questions regarding the Pierce County housing market? Feel free to email Dave at [email protected].

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Falesha Johnson Youtube Channel

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If you're going to purchase real estate in Washington state from now moving forward, you want to listen up to this podcast!

As of January 1st, 2024, a new real estate agency law goes into effect that will impact buyers, sellers, and agents. Listen in to hear Abode agent Heidi Hurst of the Heidi Hurst Team explain how this impacts you!

Have any questions about areas you'd like Dave to cover? Or do you have any other questions regarding the Pierce County housing market? Feel free to email Dave at [email protected].

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In this episode, Derrik Shockman discusses the motivation behind his move to sell in two markets, Washington and Las Vegas. He also talks about the challenges and benefits of moving between two states on a weekly basis, and Summerlin livin'. Self-care, Shock-ism, and much more is on the table in this convo 👊🏾

Have any questions about areas you'd like Dave to cover? Or do you have any other questions regarding the Pierce County housing market? Feel free to email Dave at [email protected].

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In this episode, Jana Ross details the ins and outs of buying and selling homes in Dupont, Washington. If you're looking to buy or sell in this area, listen to this podcast! Jana is a wealth of knowledge on real estate topics in general, but when it comes to Dupont, she's your person!

Have any questions about areas you'd like Dave to cover? Or do you have any other questions regarding the Pierce County housing market? Feel free to email Dave at [email protected].

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Instagram - @janarossrealtor

Website - ⁠www.janarossrealestate.com

In this episode, Ethan Wing of the Wing Collaborative joins us to give us his perspective on the market. Ethan has over 20 years of experience in the market, selling both commercial and residential real estate.

Ethan is one agent of the Wing Collaborative, who are part of the Windermere Abode Lakewood office.

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*This episode was recorded in September, 2023*

In this episode, Ian Broadie talks about assumable loans and how they can be a tool for buyers and sellers in a market with high interest rates and low inventory.

Have any questions about areas you'd like Dave to cover? Or do you have any other questions regarding the Pierce County housing market? Feel free to email Dave at [email protected].

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Instagram - @the.broadies

Website - www.thebroadies.com

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