Call It Sold

Chad Williams

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Join veteran Realtor and Auctioneer Chad Williams for an inside look at the East Tennessee property market. Specializing in estate auctions and bank liquidations, "Call it Sold" provides the essential guide for investors and families alike. Featuring local experts from estate attorneys to builders, this podcast is your resource for liquidating assets and growing your real estate portfolio in the Knoxville area.

Aug 12

The Estate With 60 Heirs: Lia Rauber on Wills & Probate in Tennessee

🚀 What really happens to your home and kids if you die without a will? Estate attorney Lia Rauber breaks down what most people get wrong. Most people assume estate planning is only for the wealthy, until a mortgaged house, a blended family, or a sudden loss proves otherwise. Host Chad Williams sits down with Tennessee estate planning attorney Lia Rauber to dismantle that assumption, one real case at a time. Lia has practiced estate planning, probate administration, real estate, and civil litigation for 11 years, and pulls directly from her own caseload including an estate that involved 60 separate heirs to show exactly how fast a family can lose control of a simple property without the right documents in place. 🎧 Hosted by: Chad Williams 👤 Guest: Lia Rauber – the founder of The Law Office of Lia Perryman Rauber, PLLC in Sevierville, Tennessee. Lia Perryman Rauber is the attorney and founder of The Law Office of Lia Perryman Rauber, PLLC in Sevierville, Tennessee. An East Tennessee native, she represents clients throughout the region, focusing on estate planning, probate administration, real estate, and civil litigation. She is dedicated to helping clients navigate complex property matters, wills, and difficult transitions. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ Testamentary Trusts: Protect your kids even with just a mortgaged home ✔️ Tennessee Probate Timeline: Six months minimum, and why ✔️ DIY & AI Wills: How LegalZoom errors and ChatGPT's limits put your will at risk ✔️ Business Partnerships: Don't end up co-owning property with your partner's spouse ✔️ Inheritance Age: Why 25 or 30 beats age 18 for kids ✔️ Living Trust Myths: No Tennessee inheritance tax, but no creditor shield either ✔️ Sibling Conflicts: 75% of Lia's clients face estranged heirs ✔️ Power of Attorney: Ends instantly at death — here's what takes over 💼 Connect with Lia Rauber: 🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-lia-perryman-rauber-a4094b90/ 🌐 Website → http://tnlawlia.net/ 🌐 Website → http://www.stjude.org/ 🎧 Follow Chad Williams: 🌐 Website → https://thompson-williams.com/ 📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/RealtorAuctioneerChadWilliams/ 📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/
Jul 29

Building a Construction Empire & Smoky Mountain Real Estate Investing with Cody Givens (Atlas Builders)

🚀 How do you turn a lawn mowing business at age 21 into a multi-faceted construction enterprise offering everything from custom homes and water wells to high-end swimming pools? In this week’s episode, we sit down with Cody Givens, aka Founder and CEO of Atlas Builders. Cody shares his inspiring 13-year journey: from the gritty mindset of a young landscaper to a strategic "in-house acquisition" approach that conquers supply chain bottlenecks, plus his proven formula for building million-dollar luxury rental cabins that stay booked year-round in the Great Smoky Mountains. 🎧 Hosted by:Chad Williams 👤 Guest: Cody Givens – Founder of Atlas Builders, Atlas Well, Atlas Pool Cody Givens is a residential contractor. He provides a range of specialized property services, including residential home construction, custom swimming pool installation, and water well drilling. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ Mindset Shift: How to transition from hands-on field labor to managing a structured corporate enterprise ✔️ Ecosystem Acquisition Strategy: Why Atlas eliminated build delays by launching its own water well drilling and pool installation companies ✔️ Cash-Flow Real Estate Secrets: Must-have amenities (Pickleball courts, Golf simulators, Indoor pools) that keep rental cabins profitable through market downturns. ✔️ Hiring & Retention: How to attract top leadership talent and oversee 200+ field subcontractors through integrity and loyalty. ✔️ Building a Legacy Business: Why upholding brand reputation and driving "Win-Win" outcomes is the key to 30-year sustainable growth. 💼 Connect with Cody Givens: 📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/garrett.givens/ 🎧 Follow Chad Williams: 🌐 Website → https://thompson-williams.com/ 📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/RealtorAuctioneerChadWilliams/ 📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/
Jul 15

How Estate Auctions Can Get You More for Your Property

🚀 What makes auctions one of the most effective ways to sell real estate and estates? In this episode of Call it Sold, Chad Williams sits down with veteran auctioneer Todd Thompson, founder of Todd Thompson Auctions, to discuss his 36-year journey in the auction industry. Todd shares why auctions consistently maximize value, the differences between live and online auctions, unforgettable estate discoveries, investment lessons learned from successes and failures, and how building a trustworthy reputation has become his greatest legacy. 🎧 Hosted by: Chad Williams 👤 Guest: Todd Thompson – Founder & Professional Auctioneer, Todd Thompson Auctions 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ Why auctions often generate higher selling prices than traditional listings ✔️ The biggest differences between live and online auctions ✔️ How estate auctions simplify difficult family situations ✔️ Todd's biggest business wins, failures, and investment lessons ✔️ Why reputation and legacy matter more than any transaction 🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights! 💼 Connect with Todd Thompson: 🌐 Website → https://www.toddthompsonauctions.com/📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/toddthompsonauctions/ 🎧 Follow Chad Williams: 🌐 Website → https://thompson-williams.com/ 📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/RealtorAuctioneerChadWilliams/ 📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/
Jul 15

How Smart Investors Find Deals Everyone Else Misses

🚀 Join host Chad Williams as he sits down with East Tennessee real estate investor and entrepreneur Andrew Graves to explore his journey from pharmaceutical sales to building a successful portfolio of commercial real estate, multifamily properties, mobile home parks, and fitness centers. Andrew shares valuable lessons on spotting opportunities, building wealth through cash-flowing assets, choosing the right business partners, and creating a lasting legacy through faith, family, and entrepreneurship. 🎧 Hosted by: Chad Williams 👤 Guest:🏡 Andrew Graves – Real Estate Investor, Entrepreneur & Fitness Center Owner Andrew Graves is a real estate investor specializing in residential and investment properties. He focuses on sourcing deals, evaluating market trends, and executing transactions for long-term wealth building. Working closely with buyers, sellers, and partners, Andrew manages acquisitions and portfolio growth while offering actionable insights into deal structuring and market positioning. 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ How Andrew transitioned from pharmaceutical sales into real estate investing ✔️ Why commercial real estate became the foundation of his investment strategy ✔️ The advantages of multifamily apartments and mobile home parks ✔️ How to evaluate investment opportunities while managing risk ✔️ The importance of faith, family, patience, and partnerships in building long-term success 🎵 Whether you're an investor, entrepreneur, real estate agent, or someone looking to build lasting wealth, this episode is packed with practical advice and real-world experience. 💼 Connect with Andrew Graves: 🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-graves-59a5866a/ 🎧 Follow Chad Williams: 🌐 Website → https://thompson-williams.com/ 📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/RealtorAuctioneerChadWilliams/ 📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/
Jul 15

Welcome to the Show: Real Estate Without the Fluff

🚀 In this introductory episode, Chad Williams shares why he launched the Call it Sold podcast and what listeners can expect in the episodes ahead. Drawing from years of experience in estate auctions, traditional real estate, property management, and investing, Chad discusses the realities of the industry—from emotional probate sales and investment strategies to the people challenges behind every real estate transaction. This podcast is dedicated to honest conversations, practical advice, and insights from professionals who work in real estate every day. 🎧 Hosted by: Chad Williams 👤 Guest:🏡 Chad Williams – Real Estate Broker, Auctioneer & Investor 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ Why this podcast was created and who it's for ✔️ The biggest misconceptions about real estate investing and sales ✔️ Why people—not properties—often create the biggest challenges in real estate ✔️ What really happens during estate and probate property sales ✔️ What to expect from future episodes featuring industry professionals across the country 🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights! 🎧 Follow Chad Williams: 🌐 Website → https://thompson-williams.com/ 📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/RealtorAuctioneerChadWilliams/ 📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

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Join veteran Realtor and Auctioneer Chad Williams for an inside look at the East Tennessee property market. Specializing in estate auctions and bank liquidations, "Call it Sold" provides the essential guide for investors and families alike. Featuring local experts from estate attorneys to builders, this podcast is your resource for liquidating assets and growing your real estate portfolio in the Knoxville area.

Creator

Chad Williams
Years Active

2026
Episodes

5
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Clean
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© Chad Williams
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