What if the most powerful way to grow your real estate business… was to stop trying so hard?

In this episode of Zero BS Real Estate, I sit down with Jason Michel—realtor, home builder, and deep thinker—to talk about doing real estate differently.

Jason shares how the experience of building his own dream home shifted his approach to his business, and why genuine relationships matter more than scripts, sales tactics, or follower counts. This episode is a goldmine if you’ve ever struggled with showing up authentically on social media or wondered how to keep your values at the center of your career.

We dive into:

• Why clients feel the difference when you genuinely care
• How building his dream home changed everything
• Social media that actually builds trust
• The problem with real estate scripts (and what to do instead)
• How faith, family, and empathy drive long-term business success
• Why being “tolerable” on camera is better than being perfect

If you’re tired of the fake, high-pressure version of real estate, this is your permission slip to do it your way—real, human, and values-first.

What do you do when the market is tough, your clients are confused, and social media is full of noise? You show up. You lead. You adapt.

In this special episode of The ZERO BS Real Estate Podcast, we’re sitting down with Omair Amir, founder of The Six Mortgage Group and the driving force behind Vision 2025—a real estate conference that brought clarity, connection, and confidence to hundreds of professionals across the GTA and Durham Region.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

•  Why mindset matters more than market conditions
•  How Vision 2025 empowered agents to lead with facts, not fear
•  The #1 thing realtors should be doing right now to succeed
•  How adversity can be your greatest asset
•  Why collaboration with mortgage professionals is key in 2025

If you’re a realtor feeling overwhelmed, uninspired, or just unsure what to focus on—this conversation is your reset button.

In this episode of the Zero BS Real Estate Podcast, we sit down with Moaeez Rehman—a top agent who’s opening up like never before.

From the outside, success looks like nice cars, flashy suits, and sold signs. But behind the scenes, Moaeez went through divorce, financial struggles, and a massive identity shift as a realtor. He shares the truth about what it really takes to rebuild your confidence, reconnect with your clients, and grow your business in today’s market—without losing yourself in the process.

This is a raw, honest, and powerful conversation about real estate, mental health, and finding your voice on social media. If you're feeling stuck, burnt out, or just need a reminder that you're not alone—this one's for you.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
 ✔️ Why social media is a long game for realtors
 ✔️ How personal loss shaped Moise’s business mindset
 ✔️ The myth of “perfect content” (and what actually works)
 ✔️ Why most agents never make it past 3 deals a year
 ✔️ How to get over imposter syndrome and be more YOU on camera

What makes someone leave a stable 9–5 job for a career they never planned on—and stay in it for 20 years?  

In this episode of Zero BS Real Estate, we sit down with Bonnie White—realtor, leader, and all-around gem—who shares her unexpected journey into real estate, the power of community at Royal LePage Frank, and why she's trekking through Cambodia (in a tent!) to raise money for women and children escaping domestic violence.

It’s real, raw, inspiring—and yes, a little funny too.

You’ll laugh, you’ll learn, and you’ll probably want to donate by the end 

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:  
✔ Why Bonnie never planned to be a realtor—and what changed
✔ The culture that keeps agents loyal at Royal LePage Frank
✔ How she’s raising money for Bethesda House (and why it matters)
✔ What it really means to lead with heart in this business
✔ And yes… we talk AI, pineapples, and swing sets.

Whether you’re an agent, a client, or someone who just loves a good story—this episode will move you.

Some journeys to success aren't straight lines—they're wild rides filled with setbacks, lessons, and comebacks. In this episode, we sit down with Mark Prata, whose path took him from professional BMX to tattooing on reality TV to hitting rock bottom before reinventing himself as a powerhouse in real estate.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• How to turn life's biggest failures into stepping stones for success
• Why mindset is the most powerful tool in business & personal growth
• The hidden lessons in anxiety, burnout, and starting over
• The surprising connection between BMX, tattooing, and real estate
• Mark's daily rituals for staying intentional, present, and unstoppable

Whether you're an entrepreneur, a real estate agent, or someone who's hit rock bottom and is looking for a way up—this episode is for you.

What does it take to go from a brand-new realtor to closing 39 deals in a year—all without a team? 🤯 Brad D'Ornellas shares his real, unfiltered journey from knocking on doors with zero experience to becoming one of the top agents in his brokerage.

No fluff. No generic advice. Just real stories, real challenges, and real strategies that actually work in today's market.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ How Brad landed a $2M listing as his FIRST deal
✔️ The fake it till you make it mindset that actually works
✔️ Why cheap marketing kills listings (and what to do instead)
✔️ How to use social media ads to find serious buyers
✔️ Why many agents burn out—and how to avoid it

💡 Thinking about getting into real estate or leveling up your game? You don't want to miss this convo!

🎙️ What if the scariest moment of your life became the best thing that ever happened to you?

In this episode of Zero BS Real Estate, I sit down with Andrew Perrie—real estate leader, entrepreneur, and former “pop star“—to talk about his journey through business, faith, and personal transformation.

Andrew opens up about his shocking cancer diagnosis, how it led him to a deeper connection with God, and why he believes struggle is often the doorway to something greater. We also discuss:

✔️ How Andrew built a powerhouse real estate business with multiple offices
✔️ The real challenge most realtors face (it’s NOT what you think)
✔️ His unconventional approach to leadership, team-building, and success
✔️ The surprising moment that strengthened his faith
✔️ How to scale a real estate business without losing your life to it

If you're a realtor, entrepreneur, or anyone navigating business and personal growth, this episode is for you.

If you’re a real estate agent (or a seller) wondering if home staging is worth it, this episode is for you! Some homes sell faster and for more money when staged—why is that? What’s the psychology behind buyers paying more for a staged home, even though the furniture won’t stay? And why do some agents skip staging altogether?

We’re getting real about it all with Kim Williams, founder of Simply Staging, who has helped countless homes get top dollar with her expert staging techniques.

🎙️ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ Why buyers connect emotionally to staged homes
✔️ How staging helps a home sell faster (and for more money!)
✔️ The biggest mistakes sellers make when listing their home
✔️ How staging works behind the scenes (it’s more than fluffing pillows!)
✔️ Why some agents avoid staging—and what they’re missing out on

💡 If you’re a realtor, seller, or investor, you won’t want to miss this insider conversation!

In this podcast episode, we're joined by Diana Scott, an experienced realtor who discusses the complexities of the real estate profession. Diana shares lessons on financial preparation and work-life balance for new realtors, along with strategies for managing client expectations and personal boundaries.

She highlights her use of tools like scheduled messaging to streamline communications and the importance of a supportive team. Diana details how delegating tasks has improved her focus on clients and reduced paperwork, enhancing her work-life balance.

Listeners will gain valuable insights from Diana’s practical advice on building a successful real estate career and maintaining strong client relationships.

Trigger warning - this episode contains references to mental health, addiction issues, and suicidal thoughts. This is a positive and inspiring story of our guest’s journey to overcome these issues to build a better future for himself and those around him - but for anyone who might be triggered by these topics - viewer and listener discretion is advised.

If you or someone you know needs support - go to camh.ca, or for crisis support - call or text 988.

In this episode of the podcast, I'm joined by my new but dear friend, Ryan Huffman. It was a real honour to sit down with Ryan and hear his incredible story of personal and professional growth over the past few years.

And it’s quite a rollercoaster going from ambition, to success, then from excess to rock bottom. But thankfully, that’s not the end of the story and you’ll hear Ryan speak candidly about his recovery and how he defied the odds to build a hugely successful real estate career, all while giving back to the community, especially those who are most at risk of the impact of addiction and mental health issues. 

And you’ll wanna stick around to the end, to hear details of a massive giveaway - for anyone looking to improve their mental health, physical health, or both - and to be part of Ryan’s mission to give back.

** #10 Agent in Canada Based on sales volume and stats reported by eXp Canada 01/01/2024 - 12/31/2024 **