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. 21h ago

    Immigration Is Raising Home Prices More Than Tariffs

    Are tariffs really driving housing costs or is something else having a bigger impact?   James Dwiggins sits down with Brad Case, Chief Residential Economist at Homes.com, for an in-depth look at the forces shaping today's housing market. From inflation and mortgage rates to immigration, tariffs, and global conflict, Brad separates headlines from economic reality and explains why consumers may finally be adapting to today's market. Connect with Brad on LinkedIn and online at homes.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 AGNT, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.

  2. 2d ago

    Agent Series 50: This $27M Broker Doesn't Even Use a CRM

    Can you build one of the top real estate businesses in the country without a CRM? Jonathan Stein has. After selling a $27 million property, building a top-producing business in New York City, and becoming one of Douglas Elliman's top agents, Jonathan joins James Dwiggins to share why relationships, not software, have always been the foundation of his success. They also discuss luxury real estate, private listings, AI, resilience, and the mindset required to survive one of the toughest industries in the world. Connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn - Instagram - Facebook and online at elliman.com. The industry is evolving. The question is: will your business evolve with it? Join us at Zillow Unlock 2026 and be part of the conversation shaping what comes next. Register today at unlockconference.com and use code REIU20 for 20% off your ticket*.   *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 AGNT, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.

  3. Aug 5

    You're Failing Your Seller If You Skip This Step

    Most sellers focus on listing their home, but what if the biggest mistake happens before it ever hits the market? James Dwiggins sits down with Austin Lane, CEO of Notable, to discuss why preparing a home before listing can dramatically increase its value, shorten time on market, and improve the overall selling experience. They also explore consumer expectations, AI, and why agents who skip pre-listing preparation may be doing their clients a disservice. Connect with Austin on LinkedIn. Learn more about Notable on LinkedIn and online at notablehome.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 AGNT, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.

  4. Aug 3

    Agent Series 49: Luxury Real Estate Isn't About Price

    Luxury isn't defined by the price of the home, it's defined by the experience. James Dwiggins sits down with Ricardo Rodriguez, Principal of Ricardo Rodriguez & Associates with Coldwell Banker and the #1 large team in New England, to discuss what truly separates luxury agents from everyone else. Ricardo shares his incredible journey from arriving in Boston with just $25 and little English to becoming one of the most respected luxury real estate professionals in the country. They also dive into private listings, consumer experience, the future of the MLS, and why exceptional service should never depend on price point. Connect with Ricardo on LinkedIn - Facebook - Instagram (Boston) - Instagram (New England) and online at ricardohome.com. Also, check out his Tequila Chats podcast on YouTube. The industry is evolving. The question is: will your business evolve with it? Join us at Zillow Unlock 2026 and be part of the conversation shaping what comes next. Register today at unlockconference.com and use code REIU20 for 20% off your ticket*.   *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 AGNT, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.

  5. Jul 29

    Why Your Listings Aren't Selling

    If your listings are sitting on the market, the problem may not be the market. Real estate coach and brokerage leader Mike Bernier joins James Dwiggins to discuss why today's listings aren't selling, how agents can have better pricing conversations with sellers, and the repeatable habits that separate top producers from everyone else. They also dive into fiduciary duty, private listings, and why consistency, not shiny objects, is still the key to long-term success. Links mentioned during the episode: Episode with Robert Palmer: https://youtu.be/FO_LED-R83U Attorney Article on Fiduciary: https://www.realestatenews.com/2026/07/14/sellers-are-only-making-a-choice-if-they-know-all-the-facts Connect with Mike on LinkedIn - Instagram and online at realtygroupmn.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 AGNT, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.

  6. Jul 27

    Agent Series 48: Why Private Listings Are Bad for Consumers

    Are private listings protecting sellers or protecting profits? James Dwiggins sits down with Chicago's top-producing agent, Matt Laricy, for an unfiltered conversation about private listings, consumer transparency, and the future of the MLS. They tackle one of real estate's most controversial topics, explain why hiding listing information hurts buyers and sellers alike, and discuss what the industry should be doing instead. Connect with Matt on LinkedIn - Instagram - YouTube and online at mattlaricy.com. The industry is evolving. The question is: will your business evolve with it? Join us at Zillow Unlock 2026 and be part of the conversation shaping what comes next. Register today at unlockconference.com and use code REIU20 for 20% off your ticket*.   *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 AGNT, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.

  7. Jul 22

    Stop Chasing Referrals: Build 7 Streams of People

    Referrals are great, but they're not a business plan. Marketing strategist Jeff Lobb joins James Dwiggins to explain why the best agents don't wait for referrals to happen. Instead, they intentionally build multiple communities of people who know, like, and trust them. The conversation also explores AI search, consumer behavior, and why agents who fail to adapt risk becoming the next BlackBerry. Links mentioned in the episode: Searchably AI: https://searchably.ai/ RealScout AI Search: https://support.realscout.com/en/articles/13015842-introducing-realscout-ai-search-for-pros   Connect with Jeff on LinkedIn - Facebook - Instagram and online at sparktankmedia.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 AGNT, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.

  8. Jul 20

    Agent Series 47: The Luxury Flip Strategy Nobody's Talking About

    Most flippers are chasing finishes. Claire and Sam O'Connor are chasing emotion. In this episode, Keith Robinson sits down with the sisters behind O'Connor Estates to discuss how they've built a thriving luxury development business by creating homes that buyers fall in love with, not just homes that look good on paper. They share why thoughtful design consistently beats cookie-cutter renovations, how they divide responsibilities as business partners, and why betting on yourself is often the biggest investment you'll ever make. Links mentioned during the episode: O'List: https://oconnorestates.com/the-o-list/   To learn more and connect with Claire and Sam visit Instagram - YouTube and online at oconnorestates.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 AGNT, Inc., eXp Realty, LLC, NextHome, Inc., or any of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, officers, or directors.

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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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