In this episode of the Real Estate Heavyweights podcast, Ashton Hines and Tavis Westbrook discuss the dynamics of the real estate market in DFW, sharing insights on market trends, property updates, and personal anecdotes. They delve into the challenges of selling homes in a fluctuating market, the importance of staging, and the unique features that can make a property stand out. The conversation also touches on local news, including updates on the Goldman Sachs headquarters in Dallas and the potential relocation of the Dallas Mavericks and Stars. The episode concludes with a celebratory note as Tavis shares the exciting news of his wife Tabitha's promotion to Managing Director at Goldman Sachs.

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In this episode of The Real Estate Heavyweights Podcast, hosts Ashton Hines and Tavis Westbrook sit down with Logan Walter, a top-producing Realtor at Keller Williams who made the bold leap from full-time ministry into real estate during the COVID lockdowns.

Logan opens up about the challenges of starting in a volatile market and how he learned to thrive through consistent lead generation, smart use of social media, and building repeatable systems that drive growth. He shares lessons on balancing hustle with strategy, leveraging technology to create freedom, and the real meaning of persistence when times get tough.

Whether you're a new agent trying to gain traction or a seasoned pro looking to scale, this episode is packed with actionable insights and honest advice about what it takes to win in today’s real estate market.

Logan made the switch from ministry to real estate during the COVID lockdowns

He adapted quickly amid market volatility

Lead generation is non-negotiable, especially early on

Social media & video build relationships and influence

Systems, tech, and virtual assistants buy you time

Mistakes early on teach lessons you need to scale

Showing up repeatedly builds momentum

Your network and local reputation fuel growth

“You have to put yourself out there.”

00:00 — Intro to Real Estate Heavyweights

Logan Walter Website: loganwalter.com

Logan Walter YouTube Channel: Logan Walter – REALTOR

Hosted by Ashton Hines & Tavis Westbrook

In this episode, Ashton and Tavis dive deep into the world of real estate, house flipping, and what it takes to build lasting community trust while managing the ups and downs of the business. From navigating neighborhood perceptions to maintaining professionalism on every project, they unpack how communication, design, and execution all tie together.

You’ll hear real stories about project management, virtual assistants, and how smart systems can save time and sanity. The duo also discusses social media marketing, content creation, and the growing importance of videography and design in modern real estate.

Beyond business, Ashton and Tavis explore creative inspirations, local restaurant updates, and even the return of wallpaper in high-end homes — proving that staying curious and connected to your community is key in today’s market. Whether you’re flipping houses, managing a team, or building your brand, this episode delivers practical insight, humor, and hard-won lessons from two agents who’ve been in the trenches.

Build trust and professionalism to improve neighborhood relationships.

Use virtual assistants to streamline operations and free up creative time.

Create engaging content to build credibility and reach on social media.

Invest in quality videography to elevate your listings.

Understand how local trends, design choices, and even restaurants shape your market.

Stay adaptable — real estate success comes from growth, creativity, and grit.

00:00 – Navigating Neighborhood Perceptions in Flipping