Join Grant Wise as he sits down with Randy Carroll and Spencer from Ruuster for an in-depth conversation about growing a real estate tech startup, building authentic partnerships, and the secrets to long-term business relationships in the real estate industry.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• The real story behind Ruuster’s founding and why it stands out in the proptech world 02:10
• Hard-earned lessons from marketing failures and why not all real estate advertising strategies work 03:30
• How Randy Carroll and Spencer identified their ideal client profile (ICP) and what that means for their marketing and outreach 05:27
• Why authentic value and human-to-human connections trump transactional relationships in real estate marketing 07:49
• Real-world advice on starting, growing, and sustaining fruitful partnerships with brokerages, real estate teams, and service providers 10:03
• Proven strategies for relationship-building, from social engagement to in-person networking 14:00
• What not to do when structuring deals and the importance of setting clear, measurable objectives 14:44
• Why reputation and trust matter more than affiliate commissions and quick wins 17:00

Perfect for real estate agents, team leaders, and anyone invested in real estate marketing and advertising who wants tactical insight and inspiring stories from industry insiders.

Connect with Ruuster:
Ruuster works with large real estate teams and independent brokerages to help them wake up their databases and capture more business - from relationships, not just transactions.

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In this episode, Grant Wise sits down with Sam Khorramian, serial entrepreneur and co-founder behind the rapid rise of Big Block Realty, now leading the largest team in California at LPT. Sam Khorramian shares his journey from selling mortgages to building one of the real estate industry's most influential brands, scaling to over 1,500 agents and $30 billion in sales.

Discover the role of relationship-building in real estate marketing, advertising, and business success. Sam Karamian unpacks:

• Why there’s “no shortcut to success, but if there was one, it would be relationships” 00:00
• Specific, actionable strategies for building powerful business partnerships 04:05
• The value of focusing on giving without keeping score and how this shift accelerates personal and financial growth 10:57
• How understanding and serving the goals of others leads to bigger opportunities in real estate and beyond 08:54

Grant Wise and Sam Khorramian also discuss practical tips for real estate agents and team leaders to implement next-level client service and relationship marketing in their businesses 17:17.

Whether you’re a new real estate agent or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with insights to help you deepen relationships, unlock new opportunities, and profit through strategic giving.

Connect with Sam Khorramian

• Interested in business acquisitions or connecting with Sam Khorramian? DM him on Instagram @the9thzero

This episode features Matt Plumer, a financial coach specializing in helping real estate agents and team leaders develop healthier relationships with money. Matt Plumer shares his personal journey from overcoming significant debt and personal challenges to building a business that empowers others in the real estate industry to achieve financial clarity and freedom.

Grant Wise and Matt Plumer dive deep into the power of contribution, transparency, and genuine relationships as primary drivers for business growth in real estate. They discuss:

• How vulnerability builds trust: Matt Plumer explains his open-book approach with clients, breaking the stigma around discussing money problems among agents at 07:04.
• Creating a sustainable real estate business: Strategies for moving beyond the transaction treadmill and building lasting wealth.
• The value of relationships and partnerships: Real-life examples of leveraging authentic connections, rather than just Facebook or Google ads, to grow a thriving real estate business 06:11.
• Intentional networking for growth: How investing in access and communities can result in genuine partnerships and business opportunities 15:14.
• Practical advice for agents: Concrete steps for agents and team leaders looking to focus on giving value, forming genuine relationships, and building their wealth department the right way 21:58.

Whether you’re a seasoned agent or building your first team, this conversation offers essential principles for integrating financial coaching, real estate marketing, and relationship-driven growth into your business.

Connect with Matt Plumer at @coachmattplumer on Instagram. Reach out directly for insights on budgeting, profit systems, or building generational wealth as a real estate professional.

If you’re ready to get off the transaction treadmill and build a future through service-driven partnerships, this episode is for you!

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Welcome to another episode of the Partner & Profit Podcast! In this insightful conversation, host Grant Wise sits down with Clifford Walker, known as the Cowboy Closer, to discuss the power of partnerships, relationships, and leveraging expertise in real estate.

Clifford Walker shares his journey from truck driver to successful real estate investor and coach, revealing how he rapidly scaled his business by forming strategic partnerships instead of trying to do it all alone. Listen in as he and Grant Wise break down the practicalities of joint ventures, affiliate marketing, and the necessity of staying in your “lane of genius.”

In this episode:

• How Clifford Walker transitioned from trucking to building a real estate investment business through wholesaling 01:29
• The importance of building relationships in the real estate industry, ”the more hands you shake, the more money you make” 04:56
• Real-world tactics for partnering with service providers, running Facebook ads, and creating joint venture agreements 05:15
• Mistakes to avoid when partnering in business, and why clear agreements matter 08:26
• Balancing partnerships with hiring, and how to discern the right fit for your real estate team 10:24
• The value of affiliate relationships and adding new revenue streams beyond just selling more houses 15:29
• Clifford Walker’s advice for new agents and investors on leveraging community, learning from mistakes, and embracing the “fail forward” mindset 12:18
• Tips for becoming a true authority in your market by aligning with trusted brands and communities 16:35

If you’re a real estate agent, team leader, or investor looking for actionable strategies to grow your business, build wealth, and cultivate powerful partnerships, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways!

Connect with Clifford:
Follow Clifford the Cowboy Closer on YouTube and Instagram for daily tips, or learn more about the Real Estate Corral national community and partnership opportunities.

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On this episode, Grant Wise welcomes Kevin Davis, business coach and entrepreneur, to share actionable strategies on the power of relationships and strategic partnerships for real estate professionals. If you’re a real estate agent or team leader looking to fuel your business growth through marketing, networking, and collaboration, this episode delivers essential takeaways.

What You'll Learn

• How diverse industry experience allows you to connect with virtually anyone, building valuable relationships in and outside of real estate 00:49
• Why serving others first transforms the outcome of every business conversation and unlocks new partnership opportunities 02:58
• The mindset shift from “what can I get?” to “how can I help?” and how it leads to deeper, more profitable connections in real estate marketing 03:08
• How podcasting increases your listening skills, helping you become a better communicator and leader for your real estate team 05:07
• Why energy exchange in conversations matters and how to identify genuine, mutually beneficial partnerships 09:21
• Step-by-step guidance on identifying win-win strategic partners, plus Kevin’s proven process for structuring deals in real estate business 12:13
• Follow-through essentials: how consistent action and communication turn good intentions into real results for your business 15:22
• The biggest partnership and deal killers: compromise, disguised motives, and lack of authenticity and how to avoid them 17:02
• Why real, in-person relationships will become increasingly vital in the digital/AI age of real estate marketing and advertising 19:40

Connect with Kevin Davis:

• Website: maxedoutman.com

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Ready to unlock the power of authentic partnerships in your real estate business? In this episode, Grant Wise welcomes Clinton Senkow, an expert who lives, breathes, and builds partnerships that fuel mutual growth.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why quality partnerships outperform expensive paid ads in lead generation and conversion (03:12)
• How real estate agents can connect with top-rated home service providers to expand their referral network (06:26)
• The critical “two-way street” mindset for partnerships that last (04:21, 22:11)
• “Brand halo effect”: how associating with trusted local businesses amplifies your own reputation (16:05)
• Real-world examples of partnership strategies that slashed acquisition costs and boosted ROI (10:10)
• Common pitfalls to avoid—like one-sided deals or a lack of flexibility (21:32, 22:40)

Whether you’re a real estate agent, team leader, or industry entrepreneur, you’ll learn actionable tactics to grow your business through smart collaborations, joint content, and high-trust introductions.

Connect with Clinton Senkow
Ready to collaborate? Reach out on social or explore Partnerss.co. Bring more quality connections and profits into your business.

Don’t miss this essential conversation on leveraging strategic partnerships for long-term real estate success!

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In this episode of the Partner & Profit Podcast, host Grant Wise sits down with Mike Benton, a seasoned expert with over 20 years in the real estate and mortgage business. Mike shares his journey from getting his real estate license in 2004 to building and scaling Responsive Mortgage into a national powerhouse, partnering with over 35 real estate teams nationwide.

Key topics covered in this episode include:

• Real Estate Marketing & Partnerships: Discover why strategic partnerships with real estate team leaders are critical and how alignment is key to consistent growth 03:06.
• Growing Through Partnerships: Learn how Mike’s partnership model helps real estate teams open mortgage branches and create new revenue streams, and why control of the transaction matters 04:16.
• Driving Adoption: Practical strategies for rolling out new systems and achieving high adoption rates among agents and teams 07:24.
• Choosing the Right Partners: Insights into what makes a good business partnership and why focusing on character and long-term commitment is essential 10:12.
• Organic vs. Paid Real Estate Marketing: The power of building trust and audience with influential partners like Jon Cheplak, and how co-marketing can rapidly scale your business 12:51.
• Actionable Advice for Team Leaders: How real estate leaders can create better client experiences, increase profitability, and elevate their mortgage operations with Responsive Mortgage 17:40.

If you are a real estate agent, team leader, broker-owner, or mortgage professional looking for actionable marketing and advertising strategies to scale your business, this episode is packed with valuable insights and proven tactics.

Connect with Mike Benton:

• Instagram: mikegbenton
• Learn more: Responsive Mortgage

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In this insightful episode of the Partner & Profit Podcast, host Grant Wise welcomes Phil Stringer, an AI expert with deep roots in real estate and a proven track record of helping agents and business owners transform productivity with artificial intelligence.

Phil shares his journey from Chief Operating Officer of a mega real estate team in North Carolina to speaking full-time on implementing AI in business. Discover how Phil rapidly scaled his influence and business through events, partnerships, and genuine contribution, offering tactical advice for real estate professionals on maximizing relationships and creating trustworthy marketing in an age of AI-generated content.

Key topics discussed:

• How AI can save time and make you more money in real estate and beyond
• The essential role of relationships, events, and word-of-mouth in building and scaling a business without relying on paid advertising
• Tactical strategies for following up and adding value to your network, including using tech like Monday.com for managing high-value connections
• The importance of authentic, human content in the face of overwhelming AI-generated “slop” in the real estate industry
• Why vulnerability and transparency will help real estate agents and team leaders stand out online in the years to come
• The coming shift back to live, in-person and online events as key tools for creating trust and building profitable partnerships

Whether you're a team leader, seasoned agent, or new to real estate marketing, this episode is your blueprint for leveraging AI and authentic relationships to grow your business. Get actionable advice you can implement immediately, and learn how to connect with Phil for expert guidance to help you succeed.

Connect with Phil Stringer on Instagram (@philstringer) or at philstringer.com for more on making AI accessible and impactful in your business.

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In this episode of the Partner & Profit Podcast, host Grant Wise sits down with Brandi Munguia, an accomplished business strategist, director, and mastermind curator for some of the industry’s biggest names. Together, they dive deep into the power of partnerships, the art of authentic relationships, and the crucial role of contribution in building a profitable business.

Brandi unpacks her journey from executive director in elite masterminds to advising visionary founders, shares the importance of “lighthouse” brands, and offers actionable strategies to create powerful real estate marketing and business partnerships. Real estate agents and team leaders will discover why trust, clarity, and follow-through are the foundation for enduring and lucrative collaborations.

You’ll Learn:

• The secret to masterminds that truly grow businesses and brands 05:27
• Why putting people first always leads to profit in business and real estate 09:04
• How to spot your ideal business partner—and red flags to avoid transactional relationships 11:32
• The non-negotiables of partnership agreements (contracts, rev share, clarity) 15:12
• How to be a “dream partner” in joint ventures, affiliate deals, and launches 19:57
• Why giving more than you take—and doing what you say—will help you crush any business 22:15

Whether you’re looking to level up your real estate marketing, expand through strategic partnerships, or simply want to be a better collaborator, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and a little bit of cat mom life!

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This episode of the Partner & Profit Podcast, hosted by Grant Wise, dives deep into the power of partnerships in the real estate industry with special guest Shon Kokoszka, a renowned real estate coach and team leader. Whether you're a real estate agent, team leader, or entrepreneur, you'll want to tune in for proven strategies to leverage relationships, build marketing momentum, and expand your influence.

Topics Covered:

• Why partnerships are the key to thriving in real estate marketing and sales growth 00:24
• Building a business through strategic alliances, not just solo effort 01:02
• The Brand Ambassador Program concept: How real estate professionals can co-market with local service providers to zero-base lead generation costs 02:57
• Leveraging "brand halo effect" for smarter advertising and audience engagement 15:01
• RESPA guidelines and how to stay compliant when forming marketing partnerships 04:49
• Multiplying your reach through cross-promotion and database sharing 18:15
• Real-life examples: Investor seminars, zero-based marketing, and actionable ways to grow your business without shouldering all the expenses 19:18
• The mindset behind creating win-win partnerships in your market 08:51
• How to turn relationships with lenders, movers, title reps, and more into profit-driving alliances 10:10
• How listeners can connect with Shon and get free investor webinar resources 23:33
• PLUS: A motivational look at what life and business are like when your marketing is paid for by partners 14:24

Who should listen:

• Real estate agents and team leaders looking to scale their business
• Real estate marketers wanting to maximize advertising ROI
• Entrepreneurs focused on partnership-based business models
• Anyone motivated to grow through relationships and co-marketing

Resources & Links:

• iconcoaching.com – Free webinars and resources for agents
• To get Shon’s “Real Estate Investor Webinar in a Box”, text "investor strategy" and your email address to 720-341-4876 

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