Can a new trade association actually change the real estate industry?

James Dwiggins sits down with Jason Haber, co-founder and president of the American Real Estate Association, to discuss why ARA was created, its rapid growth, and its mission to elevate the industry. Jason opens up about challenging NAR, building an organization from the ground up, expanding into advocacy and lobbying, and why he believes competition between trade groups can ultimately make the industry stronger.

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AI can make real estate agents more efficient, but it can't replace the one thing clients actually need from you: human connection.

James Dwiggins sits down with human connection keynote speaker, author, and longtime real estate professional Barb Betts to talk about why relationships remain an agent's greatest competitive advantage. Barb shares the relationship-first strategy behind her seven-figure real estate business, her simple "5 by 5 Method," why agents should stop chasing referrals, and how authenticity builds confidence and trust. Plus, they break down how agents should use AI to create more time for relationships. Not automate those relationships away.

Links mentioned during the episode: "The Relationship Advantage": https://barbbetts.com/book

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Are tariffs really driving housing costs or is something else having a bigger impact?

James Dwiggins sits down with Brad Case, Chief Residential Economist at Homes.com, for an in-depth look at the forces shaping today's housing market. From inflation and mortgage rates to immigration, tariffs, and global conflict, Brad separates headlines from economic reality and explains why consumers may finally be adapting to today's market.

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Can you build one of the top real estate businesses in the country without a CRM?

Jonathan Stein has. After selling a $27 million property, building a top-producing business in New York City, and becoming one of Douglas Elliman's top agents, Jonathan joins James Dwiggins to share why relationships, not software, have always been the foundation of his success. They also discuss luxury real estate, private listings, AI, resilience, and the mindset required to survive one of the toughest industries in the world.

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Most sellers focus on listing their home, but what if the biggest mistake happens before it ever hits the market?

James Dwiggins sits down with Austin Lane, CEO of Notable, to discuss why preparing a home before listing can dramatically increase its value, shorten time on market, and improve the overall selling experience. They also explore consumer expectations, AI, and why agents who skip pre-listing preparation may be doing their clients a disservice.

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Luxury isn't defined by the price of the home, it's defined by the experience.

James Dwiggins sits down with Ricardo Rodriguez, Principal of Ricardo Rodriguez & Associates with Coldwell Banker and the #1 large team in New England, to discuss what truly separates luxury agents from everyone else. Ricardo shares his incredible journey from arriving in Boston with just $25 and little English to becoming one of the most respected luxury real estate professionals in the country. They also dive into private listings, consumer experience, the future of the MLS, and why exceptional service should never depend on price point.

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If your listings are sitting on the market, the problem may not be the market.

Real estate coach and brokerage leader Mike Bernier joins James Dwiggins to discuss why today's listings aren't selling, how agents can have better pricing conversations with sellers, and the repeatable habits that separate top producers from everyone else. They also dive into fiduciary duty, private listings, and why consistency, not shiny objects, is still the key to long-term success.

Links mentioned during the episode:

Episode with Robert Palmer: https://youtu.be/FO_LED-R83U Attorney Article on Fiduciary: https://www.realestatenews.com/2026/07/14/sellers-are-only-making-a-choice-if-they-know-all-the-facts

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Are private listings protecting sellers or protecting profits?

James Dwiggins sits down with Chicago's top-producing agent, Matt Laricy, for an unfiltered conversation about private listings, consumer transparency, and the future of the MLS. They tackle one of real estate's most controversial topics, explain why hiding listing information hurts buyers and sellers alike, and discuss what the industry should be doing instead.

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Referrals are great, but they're not a business plan.

Marketing strategist Jeff Lobb joins James Dwiggins to explain why the best agents don't wait for referrals to happen. Instead, they intentionally build multiple communities of people who know, like, and trust them. The conversation also explores AI search, consumer behavior, and why agents who fail to adapt risk becoming the next BlackBerry.

Links mentioned in the episode:

Searchably AI: https://searchably.ai/

RealScout AI Search: https://support.realscout.com/en/articles/13015842-introducing-realscout-ai-search-for-pros

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Most flippers are chasing finishes.

Claire and Sam O'Connor are chasing emotion.

In this episode, Keith Robinson sits down with the sisters behind O'Connor Estates to discuss how they've built a thriving luxury development business by creating homes that buyers fall in love with, not just homes that look good on paper. They share why thoughtful design consistently beats cookie-cutter renovations, how they divide responsibilities as business partners, and why betting on yourself is often the biggest investment you'll ever make.

Links mentioned during the episode: O'List: https://oconnorestates.com/the-o-list/

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