In this episode of The Better Agent Podcast, host Josh Lavik chats with Kim DuBois, a real estate professional who pivoted from sales to real estate in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Kim shares her story of overcoming early challenges, finding success through effective communication, and building a thriving real estate business. Whether you're new to real estate or looking to scale, Kim’s advice on repeat clients, social media marketing, and leveraging administrative help is sure to inspire.

🎧 Hosted by: Josh Lavik

🎙 Featuring: Kim DuBois – Real Estate Agent, Entrepreneur

Kim DuBois is a dedicated real estate professional with eXp Realty in Middleton, Wisconsin. With over four years of experience, she has closed 22 transactions totaling $9.2 million in sales. Known for her personalized approach, Kim excels in guiding clients through the buying and selling process, building a reputation as a trusted advisor in the South Central Wisconsin market.

💡 Key Moments:

✔️ Kim’s career shift from sales to real estate during COVID

✔️ Strategies Kim used to succeed in a challenging market

✔️ How communication and relationship-building helped Kim grow

✔️ Balancing solo agent responsibilities and providing great service

✔️ The role of social media in real estate growth

✔️ Kim’s tips for scaling with the help of administrative support

🎙 Follow Kim DuBois:

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/KimDuBoisBradBretRealEstate

🌎 Website → https://kimberlydubois.exprealty.com/

🎙 Follow Josh Lavik:

🌎 Website → https://www.joshlavik.com/

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/joshlavikassoc

📷 Instagram →  https://www.instagram.com/jla_madison/

🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlavik
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In this episode of the Better Agent Podcast, host Josh Lavik interviews Monte Reyment, Broker/Owner of Take Action Realty Group in Green Bay. Monte discusses his unique journey into real estate, including his experience in coaching, wholesaling, and ultimately building a successful brokerage. They discuss how to grow your business by finding your niche, building meaningful relationships with clients, and providing excellent service to create lifelong fans.

🎧 Hosted by: Josh Lavik

👤 Guest: Monte Reyment – Broker/Owner of Take Action Realty Group

Monte Reyment is the founder and broker of Take Action Realty Group, a purpose-driven real estate company rooted in gratitude, community, and building real relationships across Northeast Wisconsin. Monte was named one of the Top 8 agents in Wisconsin, and holds the #1 spot in both Green Bay and Brown County on Rate My Agent. In 2024 alone, he closed 100 transactions—a testament to his work ethic, consistency, and the trust he’s built in the market.

At the heart of it all, Monte leads with heart. Whether he’s helping agents level up, partnering with investors, or giving back to the community, his mission is clear: serve first, stay curious, and show people what’s possible when they take action. He’s not here for surface-level success—he’s in it to make a real difference.

💡 Key Topics Covered:

✔️ Monte’s story from coaching to becoming a real estate broker

✔️ The importance of finding your niche in real estate

✔️ Patience, persistence, and providing value to clients

✔️ Setting clear boundaries with clients to avoid burnout

✔️ The significance of showing up at closings and going the extra mile

✔️ How to be a resource to your clients and create fans

✔️ Navigating client relationships with empathy and clarity

📇 Connect with Monte Reyment:

🌎 Website → https://tarealtygroup.com/

📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/montereyment/

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/montereygb/

🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/montereyment

🎙 Follow Josh Lavik:

🌎 Website → https://www.joshlavik.com/

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/joshlavikassoc

📷 Instagram →  https://www.instagram.com/jla_madison/

🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlavik

🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!

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🚀 In this inspiring episode of The Better Agent Podcast, Josh Lavik talks with Alejandro Trejo about making the bold leap into real estate, overcoming burnout, and what it really takes to build a sustainable and impactful business. Whether you're closing your first deal or scaling past 20, Alejandro’s story offers the clarity, strategy, and motivation you need.

🎧 Hosted by: Josh Lavik

👤 Featuring:

🏡 Alejandro Trejo – Realtor & Growth-Focused Entrepreneur

Alejandro Trejo is the founder and CEO of Big Wisco Investments, a leading real estate solutions company based in Wisconsin. With a passion for revitalizing communities and providing homeowners with fair, efficient solutions, Alejandro has built Big Wisco into a trusted name in the industry. Under his leadership, the company has successfully acquired and renovated numerous properties, helping homeowners facing foreclosure or financial difficulty.

💡 Key Topics Covered:

✔️ Transitioning careers: knowing when it's time

✔️ The truth about success in your first year

✔️ Morning routines and the circadian edge

✔️ Emotional intelligence and listening in real estate

✔️ Balancing life, mindset, and sustainable momentum

📇 Connect with Alejandro Trejo:

🌎 Website → https://bigwisco.kw.com/

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/alejandrobigwisco

📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/bigwiscorealestategroup_kwfc/

🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/alejandro-trejo-86b242197/

🎙 Follow Josh Lavik:

🌎 Website → https://www.joshlavik.com/

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/joshlavikassoc

📷 Instagram →  https://www.instagram.com/jla_madison/

🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlavik

⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

 🚀 Want to learn how selling a fishing boat can lead to a successful real estate career? In this episode of The Better Agent Podcast, Josh Lavik interviews Rabe Avery, a thriving realtor in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. Rabe shares how he turned a simple boat sale into a real estate career and built his business from the ground up.

Rabe talks about how focusing on lead generation, nurturing client relationships, and offering value helped him grow his real estate empire. He shares actionable tips for overcoming challenges and staying motivated, even in a competitive market.

👤 Featuring:

🏡 Rabe Avery ⭐ – Real Estate Agent & Investor

Rabe Avery is a dedicated Realtor at HomePoint Real Estate in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, with a strong track record of success Rabe is known for his deep market knowledge, excellent negotiation skills, and a client-first approach, helping both buyers and sellers navigate the real estate process with confidence. Outside of real estate, he enjoys outdoor activities and is a proud member of local organizations, further solidifying his connection to the community.

💡 Key Topics Covered:

✔️ How Rabe got started by selling a fishing boat and buying duplexes

✔️ The role of relationships in real estate success

✔️ Effective lead generation strategies that work for new agents

✔️ Overcoming challenges and staying focused on long-term goals

✔️ How to scale your business in the competitive real estate industry

🎧 Tune in for insights from Rabe Avery on how to build a successful real estate career from scratch!

📇 Connect with Rabe Avery:

🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/rabe-avery-ba9602133/

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/soldbyrabe

🌎 Website → https://www.stevenspointrealestateagent.com/

🎙 Follow Josh Lavik:

🌎 Website → https://www.joshlavik.com/

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/joshlavikassoc

📷 Instagram →  https://www.instagram.com/jla_madison/

🔗 LinkedIn →: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlavik

💎 Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

 🚀 In this episode of The Krensman Property Playbook, host Josh Lavik sits down with Juliana Van Eck to discuss how real estate agents can scale their businesses while maintaining balance and avoiding burnout. Whether you’re looking to grow from 5 to 10 transactions or from 20 to 40, this episode will give you the mindset, habits, and delegation strategies to make it happen.

👤 Featuring:

🏡 Juliana Van Eck ⭐ – Real Estate Professional & Growth Strategist

📌 Guest’s Bio:

Juliana Van Eck is a passionate real estate expert with a love for design and architecture. With a background in international corporations, Juliana’s dedication to exceptional client care led her to real estate, where she’s now helping clients navigate the buying and selling process with precision and insight. Known for her attention to detail and determination, Juliana makes your real estate experience seamless and enjoyable.

💡 Key Topics Covered:

✔️ What it takes to transition into real estate successfully

✔️ How delegation can help scale your business faster

✔️ Why mindset is critical for growth & consistency

✔️ Overcoming common real estate market challenges

✔️ The best success habits & books for real estate agents

📇 Connect with Juliana Van Eck:

 🌎 Website → https://www.zillow.com/profile/jvaneck4

 📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/juliana.vaneck

🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliana-van-eck-wi-realtor/

🎙 Follow Josh Lavik:

🌎 Website → https://www.linkedin.com

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/joshlavikassoc

📷 Instagram →  https://www.instagram.com/jla_madison/

🔗 LinkedIn →: https://www.instagram.com/jla_

💎 Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

👨‍💼With Special Guest:  Dominic Colosimo

🎙️ In this episode of the Better Agent Podcast, host Josh Lovik engages in a conversation with real estate expert Dominic Colosimo. Dominic shares his journey from corporate America to real estate, detailing his first investment during the 2008 market crash and his evolution into a successful investor and team leader. The discussion delves into key challenges in real estate, including tenant management and lending limitations, while highlighting the importance of resilience and adaptability. Josh and Dominic also explore strategies for maintaining a growth mindset, effective team-building, and the power of collaboration within the industry.

#BetterAgentPodcast #RealEstateSuccess #DominicColosimo #JoshLovik #RealEstateInvesting #GrowthMindset #TeamBuilding #TenantManagement #MarketInsights #Collaboration

🗣️Notable Quotes:

“ Everything is figureoutable.”

📇Connecting with Dominic Colosimo: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the608dominic/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dominic-colosimo-10480915/

Website: https://the608team.com/

🎙️Connecting with Josh Lavik:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshlavikassociates

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jla_madison/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlavik

Website: https://www.joshlavik.co
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👨‍💼With Special Guest:  Josh Brost

🎙️ In this episode of the Better Agent Podcast, host Josh Lovik sits down with rising real estate star Josh Brost to discuss strategies for business growth. They share insights on transitioning from part-time to full-time, building strong relationships, mastering follow-up, and leveraging social media. The conversation also highlights the value of a Transaction Coordinator and the importance of setting clear goals for long-term success.

#BetterAgentPodcast #RealEstateGrowth #JoshBrost #JoshLovik #Networking #FollowUp #SocialMediaMarketing #TransactionCoordinator #BusinessSuccess #GoalSetting

🗣️Notable Quotes:

“   Showing off your success and people know that you're in real estate.”

📇Connecting with Josh Brost: 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshbrosthomes/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshbrosthomes/

Website: https://joshbrosthomes.com/

🎙️Connecting with Josh Lavik:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshlavikassociates

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jla_madison/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlavik

Website: https://www.joshlavik.co
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👨‍💼With Special Guest: Jarred Talmadge

🎙️ In this episode ofThe Better Agent Podcast, host Josh Lavik helps real estate agents grow their businesses with expert insights. His guest, Jarred Talmadge, an author and LinkedIn consultant based in Denver, shares strategies for leveraging LinkedIn to build a strong professional reputation and generate valuable connections. Jarred discusses profile optimization, content creation, and the power of LinkedIn’s newsletter feature to boost engagement and attract leads. He also offers insights from his book,The LinkedIn Real Estate Agent, including a free chapter for listeners. If you’re a real estate professional looking to maximize LinkedIn’s potential, this episode delivers practical tips to elevate your online presence and grow your business.

#LinkedInForRealEstate #RealEstateMarketing #TheBetterAgentPodcast #JarredTalmadge #LinkedInStrategy #RealEstateLeads #SocialSelling #Networking #BusinessGrowth #ContentMarketing #LeadGeneration #JoshLavik #TheLinkedInRealEstateAgent #DigitalBranding

🗣️Notable Quotes:

“   LinkedIn is probably the world's biggest, most comprehensive database of business people the world has ever seen.”

📇Connecting with Jarred Talmadge:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/masterinstructor/

Website: https://www.classeswithjarred.com/

🎙️Connecting withJosh Lavik:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshlavikassociates

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jla_madison/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlavik

Website: https://www.joshlavik.co
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👨‍💼With Special Guest: Justin Stoddart

🎙️ In this episode of The Better Agent Podcast, host Josh Lavik sits down with Justin Stoddart, former luxury home builder, land developer, and author of The Upstream Model. Justin shares his journey from the title industry to coaching and his latest venture, the Pro Insight platform. They discuss the power of professional referrals in real estate, highlighting how strategic business alliances can create a sustainable, scalable, and sellable business model. Justin provides actionable insights on transforming referrals into valuable business assets, helping agents build long-term success. Tune in to learn how to leverage professional networks for lasting growth.

#TheBetterAgentPodcast #JustinStoddart #TheUpstreamModel #RealEstateReferrals #ProInsightPlatform #RealtorSuccess #BusinessAlliances #SustainableBusiness #RealEstateCoaching #NetworkingForGrowth #LongTermSuccess #RealtorStrategies #ReferralMarketing #ScalableBusiness #AgentGrowth

🗣️Notable Quotes:

“ Create an asset, not just money, but freedom.”

📇Connecting with Justin Stoddart: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinstoddart/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinstoddart/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/justincstoddart/

Website: https://justinstoddart.com/

🎙️Connecting with Josh Lavik:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshlavikassociates

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jla_madison/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlavik

Website: https://www.joshlavik.co

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Julie Burke

🎙️In this Episode of The Better Agent Podcast, host Josh Lavik shares his mission to help Real Estate Agents elevate their businesses. With 19 years of industry experience, Josh discusses the value of systems, processes, and teamwork in achieving sustainable growth. Joined by Julie Burke, a key team member, they delve into the power of delegation, the role of templates and scripts, and the importance of clear goal-setting. Together, they explore how streamlined operations and a supportive team culture can enhance client experiences and drive business success. Don’t miss these actionable insights to take your real estate career to the next level!

#TheBetterAgentPodcast #RealEstateSuccess #JoshLavik #JulieBurke #RealEstateAgents #BusinessGrowth #Teamwork #GoalSetting #Delegation #StreamlinedOperations #ClientExperience #RealEstateTips #IndustryInsights #SuccessStrategies #PodcastEpisodes

🗣️Notable Quotes:

 “A very small accomplishments. Lead to big ones.”

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📇Connecting with Julie Burke: 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-burke-45572783

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshlavikassociates/

🎙️Connecting with Josh Lavik:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshlavikassociates

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jla_madison/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlavik

Website: https://www.joshlavik.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jlavik/