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Alli and Craig discuss ~ Their family's many addresses, the competitive nature of business in Dallas, Craig's unique perspective on finance and client-driven services, life as a distribution of possibilities, and how Craig used tactical empathy and the power of family to encourage Alli's move home to Texas.

Alli and Kent discuss ~ Fort Worth culture, Barrymore Wines & what he learned from working with his friend Drew, the secrets of a successful creative producer, bicoastal living and his permanent address at the Admirals Club, homecoming after Hollywood, and Kent's tips on the creative side of business and real estate.

“Just be yourself, make choices that are true to your core, have gratitude in your everyday life, and watch how everything will change.” 

- Kent Cummins, Hollywood's go-to celebrity stylist for over 15 years

Alli and Stephanie discuss ~ Being a Dallasite and the transformation of the city,  East Dallas and its funky vibes, the all-encompassing aspect of supporting local, boy-mom motherhood, education, learning from our challenges, and the long-lasting relationship of our Texas Tech family.

"Real estate is such a cool journey to be on. We get to be a part of a family’s story. There’s so much joy in that."  – Stephanie  

"Shoutout to my business partner, Christina Dewbree, who is the reason why I grew so much at Republic Title and succeeded so much is because of her. We are only as good as the team we surround ourselves with.” – Stephanie

Alli, Cindi and Gavin discuss ~ The culture of Louisiana, traditions of the home, the iconic style of Ralph Lauren, the power of Dallas, his 33-year fashion career, and our mutual passion for the Sotheby’s brand and our team at Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty. 

“Diana Vreeland said, ‘It’s not about the dress, but the life you lead in the dress.’ So for me, it’s not about the address, but the life you live in the address. When you think of it that way, you have to feel good in it, just like your favorite outfit.” - Gavin Smith, Global Real Estate Advisor at BFSIR

Alli and Kristen discuss ~ their love for New York City, the transition from NYC to Texas, Kristen’s experience having a baby during the pandemic on the Upper East Side, Kristen’s infatuation with Dallas, the Texas lifestyle, and their luxury lease listing in Oak Lawn as Kristen’s family expands to Highland Park.

“Dallas is a gem of a city. Move here, I promise you it’s worth it. I’m a very proud new resident.” – Kristen Almy

Alli, Cindi and Susan Keene discuss ~ the aspect of real estate they value most, insight on the current market interest rates, key steps to prepare for a home loan, advice on consolidating debt, education on mortgage and how to build equity, information about appraisal addendums in offers, and guidance to position yourself – so that you can move forward financially to buy a home!

"The ‘helping of people’ aspect is the most attractive thing for me, being able to see people achieve a dream, like buying a home. It’s the most expensive purchase people are going to make in their lifetime. Next to a Maserati.” – Susan Keene

Susan Keene,
Cornerstone Home Lending Dallas, TX

Susan has worked in the lending, mortgage and financial real estate industry in Dallas, Texas for over 15 years. 

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Produced & Hosted by Alli Caudle
Co-Host w/ Cindi Caudle
Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty Dallas, TX

Alli and Sumeet discuss: the LA to Dallas transition, running an empire from home, how to have a positive mindset for success, and Sumeet’s must-haves to make a house a home.

“Home is everything. Something that I’ve realized is home is energy, warmth, creativity and love. And especially since I work from home, I want it to be beautiful; to feel energetically good, have good lighting, but also be comfortable. I think it’s a blend of all those things.”

Alli and Julie discuss: their lifelong friendship journey, Julie’s Texas real estate portfolio, her most recent home purchase in Dallas, and how they worked together as a team to get Julie a new home when she was pregnant during a natural disaster.

“Home is where the heart is. But I mean really, if you love your home it’s everything.”

Alli and Cindi discuss: their mother-daughter partnership, how her mom built a real estate empire, client relations, the entrepreneurial spirit of Dallas, and wisdom on home and all its meaning.

“ ‘Beginnings are usually really scary, and endings are usually very sad. But it’s the middle that counts the most.’ A new home can be scary, and selling an existing home can be so sad. But that the middle was where it really counted, and you’ll get to do it again. That’s where the excitement needs to be, or the joy, or the hope.”