In this episode of Real Talk, Heather and Andres dive deep into the REAL reasons why buyers and sellers switch agents—even when they already know someone in the business. From personal stories as past clients to hard-learned lessons as agents, they break down the most common communication breakdowns, missed opportunities, and how to prevent client churn.

Learn about:

The hidden emotional side of real estate

How agents unknowingly drop the ball

Communication strategies that build trust

Why market knowledge and transparency matter

How to turn tough lessons into long-term wins

Plus, hear what's coming next on Real Talk, including expert guests and practical tools for building a better real estate business.

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Confused about credit scores, down payments, or closing costs? You’re not alone. In this episode of Real Talk with Andres & Heather, we’re joined by bilingual loan officer Myriam Rosas to debunk the biggest mortgage myths and help you buy smarter in 2025.

✅ Top 4 misconceptions we tackle:

You need perfect credit to qualify

You must have 20% down

Car loans will disqualify you

You only need the down payment upfront

Plus, we break down the 5 biggest mistakes that can derail your loan approval...like quitting your job, opening credit lines, or co-signing for someone else.

Whether you’re buying this year or planning ahead, Myriam shares actionable tips on budgeting, soft credit pulls, and working with a lender early to save time and money.

Perfect for: First-time buyers, renters considering ownership, and real estate agents guiding clients through the lending process.

Connect with Myriam Rosas
Bilingual Loan Officer | NMLS#: 2052132
Call or Text: (615) 761‑6797
Apply Now: https://myloan.southwestfunding.com/dr/c/4sfho

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In this powerful episode of Real Talk with Heather and Andres, we unpack the five core reasons 75% of new real estate agents don't make it past their first year—and how to flip that stat in your favor. Whether you're just getting started or feeling stuck, you'll discover how to treat your business like a business, create consistent lead flow, budget smarter, follow up like a pro, and stay mentally tough in the face of setbacks. Heather and Andres share personal stories, hard-earned lessons, and practical systems that actually move the needle.

What you'll learn:

Why inconsistent lead gen kills your pipeline & how to fix it

Smart ways to stretch every dollar without burnout

How poor follow-up silently steals deals

The mindset shift that changed everything for Andres

Systems that separate top agents from hobbyists

New episodes Tuesdays & Thursdays at 11:30am ET.
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️ Welcome to *Real Talk with Heather & Andres*

where what you hear is what you get.

This isn’t your polished, pre-recorded podcast. We go LIVE every Tuesday & Thursday to bring you raw, unfiltered conversations on what it *really* takes to succeed in real estate, business, and life.

Live means real mistakes, real advice, and real growth in real time.

In this first episode:
- Why we launched this unedited, unscripted podcast
- Heather’s struggle balancing divorce, kids, and being an agent
- Andres’s backstory immigration, mindset, and building behind-the-scenes systems at Cloud Realty
- Why so many agents burn out and how to stay in the game
- Embarrassing real estate stories (yes, we all have them)
- What this podcast is *really* about: building trust, telling the truth, and helping entrepreneurs stop feeling stuck

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