I sit down with The Dukes of Charlotte, formerly of NÖIRE Group, now founders of Duke Realty Partners, for a conversation rooted in growth, partnership, and evolution.  We start with how they first came together as partners and revisit what’s changed since the last time they appeared on the podcast, separately. They open up about how life has shifted since becoming parents, business partners, and life partners, and how navigating those roles simultaneously has challenged and strengthened them. From communication and leadership to balance and alignment, this episode explores what it really means to grow together, not just in business, but in marriage.

🎙️ This episode is about partnership before profit, growth before ego, and building something that lasts... together.

Keeping’ It Real Estate Pod is all about connecting the community through Real Estate! As a Broker/Owner himself, Jerell Fields talks all things Real Estate with Minority Owners in the Charlotte-Metro area! Find out who these business owners are in your neighborhood, how to get in contact with them, and what helps them stand out!

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In Episode 4, I sit down with Kenny Jones, owner of Remedy Insurance and Wealth Builders, for a conversation that reframes our entire perspective on insurance. Kenny breaks down how he built his business by borrowing a page from the traditional Realtor playbook—relationship-first, long-term focused, and rooted in trust. Instead of treating insurance as a transactional necessity, he’s intentional about partnering with agents and helping Realtors understand just how much the right insurance plan can save their clients over time. We also talk travel, entrepreneurship, and why education matters just as much as the policy itself. 

This episode is a must-listen for Realtors, lenders, and entrepreneurs who want to better serve their clients, strengthen referral relationships, and think differently about industries that are often overlooked.

🎙️ Smart strategy, real relationships, and a fresh take on insurance that actually matters.

In Episode 3, I am joined by Kiara Mayo, a DC Native who moved to the city on a whim and has now put her hard-working mindset to the test as an NC/SC Realtor! 

Kiara quickly rose to success at NÖIRE Group after just 7 months of joining! She has made her presence felt with younger agents by making herself available to answer questions to help lead them in the right direction, as well as with seasoned agents by aiming high and motivating them by inspiring! Kiara tells about her early struggles as well as her recent successes, both of which made her who she is today for her clients and her peers!

Keeping’ It Real Estate Pod is all about connecting the community through Real Estate! As a Broker/Owner himself, Jerell Fields talks all things Real Estate with Minority Owners in the Charlotte-Metro area! Find out who these business owners are in your neighborhood, how to get in contact with them, and what helps them stand out!

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In Episode 2, I’m joined by Victoria Hairston, a Realtor with NÖIRE Group and a top-producing agent selling across the Triad—Winston-Salem, Greensboro, High Point—as well as Charlotte.

Victoria joined NÖIRE Group last summer and immediately hit the ground running. In this conversation, she breaks down a mindset that many agents struggle to adopt early on: not saying yes to every client.

She talks candidly about the importance of alignment, boundaries, and why making sure a client fits her style ultimately leads to better results for everyone involved. One of the most powerful takeaways from this episode?
All money isn’t good money.

This episode is a must-listen for agents looking to grow with intention, protect their time, and build a business that actually fits the life they want—not just one that looks good on paper.

🎙️ Smart strategy, real boundaries, and a refreshing perspective on sustainable success.

Keeping’ It Real Estate Pod is all about connecting the community through Real Estate! As a Broker/Owner himself, Jerell Fields talks all things Real Estate with Minority Owners in the Charlotte-Metro area! Find out who these business owners are in your neighborhood, how to get in contact with them, and what helps them stand out!

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In this episode, I sit down with Raija Woods, a Realtor with NÖIRE Group who truly puts her clients first, every single time. Raija opens up about one of the most humbling moments of her career: receiving her first commission check for just $1. Yes… one dollar. Instead of quitting, she used it as fuel, and that mindset has shaped the way she approaches real estate and service ever since. She also shares a deeply personal chapter of her journey, discussing how undergoing thyroid surgery temporarily derailed her momentum and forced her to reassess priorities, discipline, and balance in both life and business. This conversation is honest, motivating, and real. If you’ve ever felt behind, faced a setback, or wondered whether the grind is worth it—this episode will hit home.

🎙️ A must-listen for agents, entrepreneurs, and anyone navigating adversity while chasing a bigger vision.

Keeping’ It Real Estate Pod is all about connecting the community through Real Estate! As a Broker/Owner himself, Jerell Fields talks all things Real Estate with Minority Owners in the Charlotte-Metro area! Find out who these business owners are in your neighborhood, how to get in contact with them, and what helps them stand out!

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Branching back into my Teaching and Coaching bag, I wanted to open up with a topic that I love dearly! Everything I've learned about Branding and Marketing, I was able to write down and verbalize to the agents in the room who wanted to hear my take.  

One of the things I say on this audio is, people don't come to me for the news or the things they can find on the internet.  They come because it's coming from me and my point of view, and they value my POV. So as long as I'm alive and able to give my point of view, I will do it to the best of my ability... Why? Because my BRAND is someone who has the skills and know-how on all things Real Estate sales. Why? Because I've proven it through transactions with clients, testimonials of agents who have worked alongside me, and also through my personal experiences.

I hope you enjoy my take on: Branding and Marketing as a Realtor.

Desmond Wiggan, owner of Tech Company BatteryXchange, sits down with us and discusses everything from the beginning to where they are now! Where the idea of portable energy came from and how he turned it into a business! Check out this episode and help support this soon to be tech giant!

Keepin' It Real Estate Pod is all about connecting the community through Real Estate! As a Broker/Owner himself, Jerell Fields talks all things Real Estate with Minority Owners and Community Leaders in the Charlotte-Metro area! Find out who these business owners are in your neighborhood, how to get in contact with them, and what helps them stand out!

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Aerial Austin, Multi-Million Dollar Rockstar Agent and Team Lead of Austin Real Estate Group tells it all! How she got into mentoring other agents in the business and converting that to owning and operating her own Real Estate Team! Don't let her sweet soul and country twang fool you, she's become a powerhouse in the business and has no intentions of stopping! She's even got her eyes on expansion!

Keepin' It Real Estate Pod is all about connecting the community through Real Estate! As a Broker/Owner himself, Jerell Fields talks all things Real Estate with Minority Owners and Community Leaders in the Charlotte-Metro area! Find out who these business owners are in your neighborhood, how to get in contact with them, and what helps them stand out!

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Rashaud & Jasmine McCray, Owners of McCray Properties powered by NÖIRE Group talk all things Real Estate and how they maintain the spark in their marriage all while working beside each other every day! If you think it's easy, you've got to check this episode out to hear these two discuss their dynamic and what makes it work for them! Season 2 is up and running and this is a can't miss episode!

Keepin' It Real Estate Pod is all about connecting the community through Real Estate! As a Broker/Owner himself, Jerell Fields talks all things Real Estate with Minority Owners and Community Leaders in the Charlotte-Metro area! Find out who these business owners are in your neighborhood, how to get in contact with them, and what helps them stand out!

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I wanted to talk about "Support" in this special Birthday Edition of the Pod.  In this social media era, there are so many people that see everyone's highlight reels and think that there isn't a struggle behind it or that these people are holding it together on their own! Well, that isn't true in my case as my family has held me down through some dark days and kept me grounded during the high days.  Check out what they have to say!

Keepin’ It Real Estate Pod is all about connecting the community through Real Estate! As a Broker/Owner himself, Jerell Fields talks all things Real Estate with Minority Owners in the Charlotte-Metro area! Find out who these business owners are in your neighborhood, how to get in contact with them, and what helps them stand out!

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