In every market, global, statewide, across your town, or right on your street, your success comes from one thing: becoming the authority in your business. Clients trust your knowledge, your expertise, and your ability to execute when it matters most.

In this episode I will break down what it actually means to be an authority, how to build it, and the everyday practices that set true leaders apart. Let's dive in and take your influence, credibility, and business to the next level to being an authority.

2024 Q1 just came to an end! So much information flying at realtors around the country with the NAR settlement proposal, no movement from the FED on interest rates and a housing shortage that continues nationwide! What's in store for the rest of the year? How do you build off your win's? How do you handle your own accountability for what's not working? Tracy Nash is back by popular demand firing off questions from listeners from all over the country. Tune in as we tackle them all!

Building a luxury brand takes passion and patience. It doesn't happen overnight. On today's episode, I've special guest, Kim Spears, a rock star agent and the Founder of The Kim Spears Group at Douglass Elliman. Kim has mastered the art of building a luxury real estate brand on the Treasure Coast of Florida through her passion, patience, and many years of experience. Join me as she shares insights into her journey - from humble beginnings to breaking into the luxury market. I love her style, attitude, and grit that make her one of the best in the industry. Tune in to learn firsthand from Kim about the evolution of her luxury brand and the valuable lessons she's learned along the way.

Success doesn't come easy. It takes hard work, determination and little bit of luck! After his successful appearance on BIG BROTHER on CBS, Zack started his career in real estate in South Florida. He did it the hard way, making tons of calls every week, building relationships and closing deals. That was 7 years ago. Today, he's a life coach, social media influencer, iron man competitor and still has his foundation of real estate that launched him into so many other opportunities. Listen up to hear first hand how his clean living lifestyle, faith and hard work keep him grounded for continued success.

As we kick off February, I thought it would be cool to answer some of the luxury real estate questions I get from agents all over the country. My wife, Tracy, cherry-picked a few and she fired away at me. 100% unscripted and from the heart on Valentine's Day. The Cupid arrow is shooting off some good advice, strategy and tips to help you crush it in 2024.

I've always said that the momentum you create in January sets up the rest of the year. For me it's like a spring board for your business. If you start off strong, create new habits, launch new marketing campaigns, communicate with your clients, it will carry you through the rest of the year. You must continue working hard every month of course, but January is crucial. I've always believed this and it's worked for me. How did you do in January? Are you satisfied with your performance? What can you do to keep the momentum going and crush the rest of the year! Tune in!

One of the best ways to close a deal is to be a great listener. Spending time with a new client isn't about just selling them a property. For me it's about listening to them very carefully, taking inventory of their emotions when looking at properties. Understanding how they see themselves in a particular home and then checking the boxes to help them make a well informed decision to purchase. How do you spend your time with a new client? On this podcast I'm diving into a recent jam packed weekend looking at over 100 million in luxury real estate and how I convert this exercise into new business.

Every home you sell most likely has nice furniture and art, but is it exceptional, custom and something that screams luxury right off the page of your listing photos? Having buyers ooze on the creativity of a home's interior design can tell many stories. My guest today is one of the best in the business. Her magical touch of interior design has flaunted the covers of some of the best home magazines in the country. Her eye for creativity and pizazz is reflected in every project she takes on, where Luxury meets Passion starting with an empty canvas. From Mansions to Yachts, Annie knows how to get it done and clients love her incredible work.