Want to retire with financial freedom and zero stress? You need a strategy, not just savings. In this episode, we sit down with Tom Hegna, one of the most respected retirement and wealth-building experts in the industry, to break down the simple yet powerful steps to building wealth and securing your retirement.

🎙 What you'll learn:

✅ The #1 mistake people make with their money (and how to fix it)

✅ Why real estate shouldn't be your only investment—and what to do instead

✅ How to turn your car payment into a million-dollar retirement fund

✅ The secret to financial happiness: Why guaranteed income is the key

✅ How to become a millionaire—even if you start late

🚀 BONUS: Get exclusive access to Tom Hegna's FREE retirement and wealth-building webinar!

📌 Register now: tomhegna.com/paid

🔗 Connect | Resources

• Tom's website: tomhegna.com
• Follow Tom on social media: @TomHegna
• Phone: 855-TOMHEGNA
• Register for his free webinar: tomhegna.com/paid

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🎧 Don't miss this episode—it's a game changer for your financial future!

Are you missing out on hidden opportunities in the real estate market? David Camp, CEO of HomeScout and head of growth at Realty.com, shares how data analytics and market intelligence can unlock high-value leads—including homeowners struggling with debt.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• How consumer debt stress creates new listing opportunities
• Why understanding equity can give you an edge over competitors
• The key to developing a strong market presence and winning more deals
• How faith, purpose, and business success are interconnected

Connect | Resources

Website: https://www.realty.com/ Email: [email protected]

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Stephen Acree and Cody Smith of Acree Brothers Realty Team, the #1 agency in Lynchburg, Virigina, share expert open house strategies to attract top-tier listings, engage buyers, and convert visitors into clients. Learn how to get agents to send you the best opportunities, use a genius approach to involve neighbors and boost interest, and master a follow-up plan that builds trust and keeps prospects in your pipeline. Don't miss these tactics and a chance to optimize a lucrative lead source!

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· Download our FREE Open House Resource, including a turnkey open house kit (welcome sign, home survey, kid-friendly activities, and a lot more), a customizable Canva template for branding, an end-to-end open house playbook, and FREE landing pages to capture visitor info.

Visit our Resource Library for more free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads.

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Are you tired of hosting open houses that fail to generate quality leads and appointments? Rob Stein, one of the nation's leading authorities in real estate education, shares proven strategies to help you get more out of each of these events. Plus, you'll learn the real reason why agents continue to fail at an astounding rate (it's not just the market), get resources for free leads, and discover the principles that make it impossible for you to fail as an agent.

Connect | Resources

· Website: robstein.com

· On-demand training videos: earthtoorbittraining.com

Engage with the training videos at $119 a month, and get FREE access to Rob's incomparable Earth to Orbit group coaching. Simply email his team at [email protected] and tell them "I heard Rob on Stay Paid!"

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We're talking with Shaun Peet, a top NASCAR pit crew coach who trains elite teams, including those competing in this year's Daytona 500! Drawing from his experience, he cofounded DECK Leadership, a company focused on improving the workplace through diversity, efficiency, culture, and kindness. Listen to learn how to build a valued crew, foster next-level teamwork, and handle poor performers effectively.

Connect | Resources

· Websites

- DECK Leadership

- Trackhouse Racing

- shaunpeet.com

· Book: 12 Second Culture

· Follow Shaun on LinkedIn

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Amid a market where the majority of real estate agents are struggling, Realty ONE Group's Cory Jo Vasquez shares powerful strategies to help them thrive. Learn the one thing to know before spending on marketing, how you can generate leads with zero cash flow, and why habits and routines are key to long-term success. Don't miss this must-watch episode packed with insights to keep your business moving forward—because in tough times, strategy and mindset are what make the difference!

Connect | Resources

· Website: realtyonegroup.com

· Download Stephen Acree's FREE 2025 Client Touchpoint Calendar. It's the exact plan he used to generate 269 deals in 2024!

• Call Stephen at 434-216-5306

· Must-catch episode: How We Closed 40 Transactions from Absentee Owners

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Join us for a power-packed conversation with some of the insurance industry's top leaders: Alex Branning, founder of Agent CRM; Nick Bravo, CEO of Level Up Marketing; and Nate Auffort, an agency owner and founder of SWAT Training (Strategic Wealth Accumulation Tactics) who also runs the SWAT conference for insurance professionals. Topics include the benefits of cutting-edge CRMs, costly mistakes that render PPC Google Ads ineffective, and the mindset and skills needed to build lasting wealth.

Connect | Resources

Websites

· Agent CRM

· Level Up Marketing

· SWAT Financial

Connect

· Connect with Nate on LinkedIn and learn about SWAT Training (Strategic Wealth Accumulation Tactics) and the SWAT conference

Books

· Who Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating Teamwork by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy

· Extreme Ownership: How US Navy Seals Lead and Win by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin

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We sit down with Dan MacKinnon, a powerhouse real estate coach and mentor, who is also on the staff of Ryan Serhant's Sell It sales training program. Dan shares his content strategy for generating the Instagram leads that make up 70% of his multimillion dollar annual sales, what so many agents fail to do that causes their marketing to fall short, and the overarching benefit of selecting a niche.

Connect | Resources

· Follow Dan on Instagram @dan_the_realtor

· Check out Dan's favorite video apps: CapCut and Kino

· Call Stephen at Acree Brothers Realty Team at 434-216-5306

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Jay Schwedelson (founder of GURU Media Hub) is offering expert advice and actionable tips that you can immediately use to take your email marketing to the next level. Discover how to craft subject lines that boost open rates, create irresistible CTAs that drive clicks, and successfully engage new leads. Plus, we're busting common email marketing myths that are holding you back. Whether you're a seasoned marketer or just starting out, this episode is packed with insights to help you transform your email marketing strategy.

Connect | Resources

· Connect with Jay on LinkedIn

· Podcast: Do This, Not That

· Free tool: subjectline.com

· Check out Stephen's Touchpoint Calendar for 2025

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Stephen Acree of Acree Brothers Realty Team shares the exact strategies his team used to find, pitch, and close 40 deals with absentee owners last year. Discover what motivates absentee owners to sell and the importance of having the right data, building trust, and committing to full transparency. Plus, get actionable tips on pitching, real estate investment, and building strong investor relationships. Don't miss this game-changing advice!

Connect | Resources

· Call Stephen at 434-216-5306—he'll answer your questions and present to your team!

· Follow him on Instagram @acreebrothersrealty and Facebook @acreebrothers.

Visit our Resource Library for free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads.

Have a question you'd like us to answer? Send us an email at [email protected], or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

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