Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered

Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered

You talk about it privately - We talk about it publicly. This is the Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast. Running a real estate business is challenging, but understanding the industry, the players, and who's affecting change can help you position your business for future success. Join us as we talk to industry leaders and influencers about the latest trends, strategies, and tactics for building a profitable and sustainable real estate business. This podcast is hosted by James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson, where real estate professionals grow their businesses with industry insights and experts. Subscribe today! The views and opinions expressed on Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered are those of the hosts and guests in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of eXp World Holdings, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.

  1. 9h ago

    The Double Dipping Deals That Are Hurting Consumers

    What happens when consumer advocates, real estate researchers, and industry leaders sit down to debate commissions, referral fees, private listings, and market concentration?   A conversation that's guaranteed to challenge your assumptions.   In this episode, James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson welcome Stephen Brobeck and Wendy Gilch from the Consumer Policy Center to discuss three controversial reports examining buyer agent commissions, referral fees, and Compass's growing market influence. They break down why commission rates haven't changed as much as many expected after the NAR settlement, why referral fee models are drawing increased scrutiny, and whether private listings and double-ended transactions could create unintended consequences for consumers.   Whether you agree with their conclusions or not, this is one of the most important conversations happening in real estate today.   Links to the reports mentioned in the episode: Real Estate Referral Fees Harm Consumers Why Decoupling Commissions Failed To Lower Housing Costs Compass Threatens to Dominate Residential Real Estate Market   Connect with Wendy here. Connect with Stephen here.   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com   You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/   The views and opinions expressed on Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered are those of the hosts and guests in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of eXp World Holdings, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.

    1h 6m
  2. 2d ago

    Agent Series 43: The Niche Every Realtor Avoids (And Shouldn't)

    Most agents spend their careers trying to avoid difficult transactions.   Megan Oh built an entire business around them.   In this episode of Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered, James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson sit down with Megan Oh, a Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert (CDRE), to explore one of the most overlooked niches in real estate: helping clients navigate divorce-related property sales. What begins as a conversation about niche marketing quickly becomes a masterclass on advocacy, specialization, and serving people during some of the hardest moments of their lives.   Megan shares how her background as a real estate paralegal led her into this unique specialty, why most agents are unprepared for the complexities of divorce transactions, and how becoming a true expert can create consistency, referrals, and long-term business growth. If you've ever wondered whether specializing in a niche is worth it, this conversation may change your perspective.   If this niche sounds like something for you check out Ilumni Institute.   Connect with Megan on Facebook - Instagram and online at meganoh.com.   Secure your ticket at https://www.unlockconference.com/ and use discount code REIU20 for 20% off your ticket.    *Lock in your spot now before the price goes up.*   Code can be used on all full-priced passes leading up to the event and cannot be combined with any other discounts.   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com   You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/   The views and opinions expressed on Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered are those of the hosts and guests in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of eXp World Holdings, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.

    48 min
  3. Jun 17

    Realtors Are Losing Public Trust (Here's Why)

    Consumers trust real estate agents with some of the biggest financial decisions of their lives. So why is public trust in the industry declining? In this episode, James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson sit down with Samson Properties CEO Donny Samson to discuss the growing credibility problem facing real estate. From private listing networks and industry infighting to confusing rules, lawsuits, and consumer perception, Donny shares why the industry may be creating many of its own trust issues. They also dive into brokerage leadership, AI, work-life balance, MLS cooperation, and what agents can do to strengthen relationships with the people who matter most: their clients. Connect with Donny on Instagram - Facebook - LinkedIn and learn more about Samson Properties on Facebook.   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com   You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/   The views and opinions expressed on Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered are those of the hosts and guests in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of eXp World Holdings, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.

    1h 2m
  4. Jun 15

    Agent Series 42: Realtors Are The Worst Savers

    Real estate agents are great at helping clients build wealth.   So why are so many terrible at building their own?   In this episode, James and Keith sit down with financial advisor, author, and investor Andrew McNair to talk about one of the biggest challenges facing the industry: retirement planning. From commission income and lifestyle inflation to investing, diversification, and financial discipline, Andrew shares the habits that separate people who retire comfortably from those who work until they can't anymore.   If you're earning good money but still feel behind financially, this conversation might be exactly what you need to hear.   Book links mentioned during the episode: The Giving Crisis: https://a.co/d/0gLJJVdM The Black Swan Investor: https://a.co/d/0j20jFQH   Learn more about Andrew on YouTube - Instagram - Facebook - TikTok and his podcast.   Secure your ticket at https://www.unlockconference.com/ and use discount code REIU20 for 20% off your ticket.    *Lock in your spot now before the price goes up.*   Code can be used on all full-priced passes leading up to the event and cannot be combined with any other discounts.   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com   You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/   The views and opinions expressed on Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered are those of the hosts and guests in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of eXp World Holdings, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.

    43 min
  5. Jun 11

    Washington v. Private Listings: How SB 6091 Will Transform Washington Real Estate

    What happens when a state decides private listing networks have gone too far? In this episode, James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson sit down with Washington REALTORS CEO Nathan Gorton and 2026 President Ryan Beckett to break down SB 6091, the new Washington law that's already sending shockwaves through the real estate industry. The conversation dives into why the bill was created, how it impacts private listings, what it means for consumers, and why Washington Realtors believes public marketing is critical to protecting buyer access and seller opportunity. Whether you support private listings or oppose them, this episode provides one of the most detailed explanations you'll hear anywhere. Learn more about SB 6091: SB 6091 Text and Details - https://apps.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=6091&Year=2025   Check out Washington REALTORS here: https://lp.uniqo.de/wrsocial   Connect with Ryan on Instagram - Facebook.    Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com   You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/   The views and opinions expressed on Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered are those of the hosts and guests in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of eXp World Holdings, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.

    46 min
  6. Jun 8

    Agent Series 41: "My First Addiction Was Achievement"

    What happens when relentless ambition becomes its own addiction? In this raw and deeply personal episode, James and Keith sit down with luxury real estate powerhouse Shelton Wilder to discuss the highs and lows that shaped her career and life. Shelton opens up about bankruptcy, sobriety, Shark Tank, entrepreneurship, and the lessons she learned from rebuilding everything from the ground up. She shares why her first addiction wasn't alcohol, it was achievement, and how learning to embrace vulnerability became her greatest competitive advantage. From luxury real estate and personal branding to social media, authenticity, and overcoming fear, this conversation is equal parts inspiring, hilarious, and brutally honest. If you've ever felt held back by perfectionism, fear of failure, or worrying what others think, this episode is for you. Connect with Shelton on Instagram - TikTok - YouTube - Podcast and online at sheltonwilder.com.   Secure your ticket at https://www.unlockconference.com/ and use discount code REIU20 for 20% off your ticket.    *Lock in your spot now before the price goes up.*   Code can be used on all full-priced passes leading up to the event and cannot be combined with any other discounts.   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com   You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/   The views and opinions expressed on Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered are those of the hosts and guests in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of eXp World Holdings, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.

    46 min
  7. Jun 4

    Should IDX Go Away?

    What if one of the most important rules in real estate no longer makes sense? In this episode, James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson sit down with Howard Hanna CEO Hoby Hanna for a candid conversation about listing data, MLSs, private listing networks, and the future of IDX. From industry consolidation to broker control and consumer access, Hoby challenges some of the assumptions that have shaped real estate for decades. Whether you agree with him or not, this conversation will make you rethink where the industry is headed next Connect with Hoby on LinkedIn.   Learn more about Howard Hanna on Facebook - Instagram - LinkedIn - YouTube and online at howardhanna.com.   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1 To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com   You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/   The views and opinions expressed on Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered are those of the hosts and guests in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of eXp World Holdings, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.

    1h 15m
  8. Jun 1

    Agent Series 40: Real Estate School Doesn't Prepare You For This

    Real estate school teaches you how to pass a test. It doesn't teach you how to survive rejection, generate leads, manage emotions, or build an actual business. In this episode, James and Keith sit down with Kate Tofuri and Alli Trowbridge, co-authors of What Real Estate School Didn't Teach You, to unpack the huge gap between getting licensed and becoming successful. From mindset and consistency to broker training and lead generation, this is a candid conversation about what new agents really need to hear before entering the industry. If you're thinking about getting into real estate or trying to survive your first few years this episode is for you. Check out this link for What Real Estate School Didn't Teach You Connect with Alli on LinkedIn - Instagram.   Connect with Kate on LinkedIn.   Secure your ticket at https://www.unlockconference.com/ and use discount code REIU20 for 20% off your ticket.    *Lock in your spot now before the price goes up.*   Code can be used on all full-priced passes leading up to the event and cannot be combined with any other discounts.   Subscribe to Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered?sub_confirmation=1   To learn more about becoming a sponsor of the show, send us an email: jessica@inman.com   You asked for it. We delivered. Check out our new merch! https://merch.realestateinsidersunfiltered.com/   Follow Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast on Instagram - YouTube, Facebook - TikTok. Visit us online at realestateinsidersunfiltered.com.   Link to Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/realestateinsiderspod/ Link to YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@RealEstateInsidersUnfiltered Link to TikTok Page: https://www.tiktok.com/@realestateinsiderspod Link to website: https://realestateinsidersunfiltered.com This podcast is produced by Two Brothers Creative. https://twobrotherscreative.com/contact/   The views and opinions expressed on Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered are those of the hosts and guests in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of eXp World Holdings, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.

    40 min
4.9
out of 5
81 Ratings

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You talk about it privately - We talk about it publicly. This is the Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered Podcast. Running a real estate business is challenging, but understanding the industry, the players, and who's affecting change can help you position your business for future success. Join us as we talk to industry leaders and influencers about the latest trends, strategies, and tactics for building a profitable and sustainable real estate business. This podcast is hosted by James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson, where real estate professionals grow their businesses with industry insights and experts. Subscribe today! The views and opinions expressed on Real Estate Insiders Unfiltered are those of the hosts and guests in their personal capacities and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of eXp World Holdings, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.

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