Unbiased Truth

Our guest today is the world-renowned…ok, maybe locally renowned...maybe more like a lot of people know him renowned…but we are talking about A LOT of people…Ben Handzel of Restoration 1! We talk about his decision to start a business, the benefits of operating under a franchise, and how networking has helped him grow. As well as discussing the challenges of growth and being able to work with your “competition. And we talk about the dreaded ‘M” word and Ben has a “hot take” on whether the crawlspace vents should be open or closed…hint…he agrees with us!

Hosted by Sidney Lucas

Produced by Courtney Kerst

On this episode of the Unbiased Truth Podcast, we talk to Danielle and Jimmy of RBI Services about networking, all things insurance, and the importance of relationship-based business models, especially when choosing insurance companies. We also dive into the world of professional liability, also known and Errors and Omissions, what it is, what it’s for, how it actually works, and discuss the difference between general and professional liability.

Hosted by Sidney Lucas

Produced by Courtney Kerst

In this episode, we have the ever amazing and talented Latoya Washington, team leader of Morgan and Co as we discuss her real estate journey, the decision and challenges of starting her own team, and thoughts on the state of the industry as we are in "full shift" mode. AND she may or may not have admitted to having more fun on our podcast than her husband's...but that was off camera soooo...

Hosted by Sidney Lucas and produced by Courtney Kerst

In this episode of the Unbiased Truth Podcast, we talk to Curt and Heather of Clocktower Realty about the importance of marketing as realtors, how they come up with their unique brand of marketing along with diving into various areas of the real estate industry, and how they became the real estate power couple they are...we also prove Heather right...that Curt has a lot to say. Don't miss it!

We are joined by Logan Melton, owner of KBM Home Inspections in this episode of the Unbiased Truth Podcast. Logan is an industry veteran, and unlike Sid who started out on his own making it up as he went, Logan worked for another company before leaving the industry just to return to try his hand at starting his own business. We talk about the challenges of the industry, what it's like stepping away for a year (hint: all your realtor connections have moved on), and the differences between working for someone and being the one in charge.

On this episode of the Unbiased Truth Podcast, we talk to the CEO and owner of Talking Monkey Media, Blair Neher and discuss all things marketing! From the importance of marketing and why your marketing budget shouldn't shrink when business slows to why reviews are important and how to leverage social media. Oh, and when to figure out its time to hire someone...hint...just call Blair.

On this episode, we had the distinct pleasure of speaking to the amazing Tara Adams of Keller Williams, Richmond West. We discuss her amazing journey from working in the corporate world to being laid off to working at a grocery store to struggling to get started as a realtor before finding her footing and launching her real estate career to become one of the top producers of her office. We also discuss leadership challenges that come with being a top producer and the many charities that she runs and/supports! An inspiring episode you won't want to miss!

In this episode, we welcome Bryan Dorsett, owner of C3 Heating and Air. We had a blast talking to Bryan on our first “After Hours” podcast as we discussed the decision-making process from being in a stable job to starting your own company. We also discuss how to manage unrealistic expectations from clients, the true costs of running a business, and the importance of reviews! In true “after hours” form, the camera battery dies, we go off course, and we go a little longer than expected…and not entirely sure anything we say makes sense…but we enjoyed making this episode and are sure you will to!

We are excited to have the team leader of the Wright Group, powered by KW, Kim Wright Sebrell join us for Episode 5. We discuss navigating the real estate waters and the challenges of going from starting as a solo agent to starting and building a team to establishing a culture where people seek you out. We also talk about the challenges of having so many ideas that those tasked with bringing these ideas to life stop answering our calls and texts.

In this episode, we talk to Kristin Murphy of Mission Realty and ask the question that everyone wants to know…why are realtors late? In addition, we discuss her journey from the medical field to a top producer of Mission Realty, how she has learned to balance her work and personal life, how she manages multiple clients, the importance of networking, and much more!