The Velocity Podcast

Houston's real estate scene just got more exciting! Meet Andres Zilveti a third-generation realtor whose journey from Guatemala to becoming one of Houston's most dynamic agents will inspire you.

At just 32, Andres is crushing it with:
• 26 transactions this year (targeting 32 for 2025! 🎯)
• 3 investment properties in 18 months
• Regular community events from ice cream socials to pictures with Santa 🎅
• 80% of clients from open houses & referrals

His secret? It's not about the transaction—it's about building lasting relationships and helping people find their perfect home, no matter what. As Andres says, "Marry the house, date the rate!" 🏠

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Meet Sally Swick, who traded homeschooling for home selling in one of America's fastest-growing markets! 🚀

With 37 new residents moving to Northwest Arkansas DAILY and major players like Walmart bringing in fresh talent, Sally's journey from military spouse to real estate powerhouse is pure inspiration. 💫

Want to know her secret sauce? It's not just about selling homes - it's about serving people! After 17 years overseas and a passion for architecture, she found her perfect fit in real estate. Now she's crushing it in Rogers, AR, where she helps families find their dream homes in America's next big boom town! 🏘️

Drop a 🏠 if you love hearing success stories of women redefining their careers! Listen to the full episode now - link in bio.

Meet Quentin Moore, the New Orleans native turned Houston real estate expert who's changing the game with his servant's heart and negotiation skills!

Key insights from this powerful episode:
- Why Houston's market is heating up for 2025
- The truth about down payments (hint: you don't need 20%!)
- How serving others leads to real estate success
- Expert tips for first-time homebuyers
- Why you shouldn't try to be the expert (and who to trust instead)

Plus: Quentin shares touching insights about family legacy and why helping grieving families and the elderly drives his passion for real estate 💫

Think homeownership is complicated? Jerome Pemberton breaks down why it's simpler than you think - even from his vacation in the Bahamas! 

Key takeaways from this power-packed episode:
- Why you DON'T need 20% down to buy a home
- How his team closes 300-500 transactions yearly
- Why Houston is the perfect market for first-time buyers
- Special programs for doctors, nurses & other professionals
- Why credit concerns shouldn't stop you from homeownership

Plus: Learn how this 15-year veteran keeps growing his business while keeping it simple for his clients! 🔑

Ever wondered how to build a real estate portfolio with minimal cash? Listen to Daniel Tanasa share his incredible journey from Romanian engineer to owning 18 properties in just 4 years!

Key insights from this episode:
- How to use the BRRRR method to scale your real estate investments
- Working with private money lenders vs hard money
- Tips for first-time investors
- Market predictions for 2025, including expected interest rate changes
- Why Houston's market grew 5.2% when others expected a correction

Whether you're an aspiring investor or seasoned pro, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to grow your real estate portfolio. 🔑

🏠 From making $60k in telecom to crushing it in real estate during one of the most challenging markets - Jose Joya shares how he's building generational wealth for Houston families while growing his own dream team!

Learn how this Honduran immigrant turned a corporate layoff into an opportunity, serving his community with knowledge, passion, and purpose. Get his insights on:

• Breaking into real estate during COVID
• Building wealth through property investment
• Serving first-time Hispanic homebuyers
• Growing from solo agent to team leader

Follow @realtor_hooyam for more real estate wisdom and connect with him at 281-865-1845 to start your home buying journey!

Meet Karina Wade-Gledhill, the realtor who turned her deep roots in Seabrook, TX into real estate gold! From waiting tables to becoming a community leader, she shares how hyperlocal focus and genuine community involvement led to her success.

🔑 Episode Highlights:
• Why knowing every local hangout matters in real estate
• The power of focusing on your zip code
• How to thrive in challenging market conditions
• First-time homebuyer expertise
• 2025 market predictions

🎯 Fun fact: She now works next door to the restaurant where she used to wait tables - talk about full circle moments!

Ever wonder how a former law enforcement officer became one of Florida's most successful realtors? 

Meet Mitch Willis, who traded his badge for a real estate license and hasn't looked back since! 🚀

In this episode, Mitch shares:
- His journey from running a family hardware store to crushing it in real estate
- Why helping people matters more than chasing 💰
- How he built a thriving team (spoiler: it wasn't planned!)
- The secret sauce to building genuine connections that turn into deals

💡 Mitch's Golden Nugget: "Pigs get fed, hogs get slaughtered" - aka don't chase money, chase relationships!

Want to know why Tyler, TX was just named the #1 city to move to in America? 

Join us for an amazing conversation with powerhouse realtor Dawn Frazier as she shares her incredible journey from teaching Pre-K to becoming one of Tyler's top-producing agents!

💫 Episode Highlights:
• The game-changing certification that transformed her career
• Why Tyler is becoming Texas' hottest real estate market
• Her special approach to first-time homebuyers
• Expert predictions for the 2025 market boom

Plus, discover why Tyler's new medical school is about to bring 30,000 new residents to the area! Whether you're a new agent looking to level up or a buyer eyeing East Texas, this episode is packed with invaluable insights.

Ever wonder how a Polish model became one of Houston's top real estate powerhouses? 

Join us for an incredible chat with the multi-lingual dynamo Kate Myhan, who shares her journey from international modeling to crushing it in both residential AND commercial real estate! 

💫 Key highlights:
• How she built her empire from Airbnbs to multi-million dollar deals
• Why being "too aggressive" might be your superpower
• The touching story of helping a blind veteran find his dream home
• Her surprising forecast for the 2025 real estate market

Plus, get Kate's direct number to start your real estate journey! Whether you're a first-time buyer or seasoned investor, this episode is packed with golden nuggets you won't want to miss! 

Kate Myhan
JPAR - The Sears Group
(713) 855-0588