Five Stars Realty Podcast

Five Stars Realty
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Welcome to Five Stars Realty Podcast, your go-to podcast for navigating the fast-paced world of property, investing, and market trends. Whether you're a seasoned investor, a first-time homebuyer, or a real estate professional, this show brings you expert insights, success stories, and actionable tips straight from the industry's top voices. Join us weekly as we break down market data, uncover hidden opportunities, and share strategies to help you make smarter real estate decisions.

  1. Jul 23

    FROM HELL TO PURPOSE 🏆-Michaelangelo Casanova’s Story

    From hell to purpose. From being told he would never become anything—to building a groundbreaking business. 🔥 In this powerful episode, Michaelangelo Casanova shares the unfiltered story behind his transformation: overcoming childhood trauma, addiction, incarceration, and decades of limiting beliefs to rebuild his life through faith, education, and entrepreneurship. 🙏💪 Today, he is the founder of V Biz Me, a digital business card platform designed to transform how professionals introduce themselves, build connections, and stay remembered. 📲🤝 Michaelangelo also gives us a moving preview of his upcoming book, You Can Too: From Hell to Purpose—a reminder that your past does not get to write your future. 📖✨ This isn’t only a story about business success. It’s a story of redemption, innovation, healing, and choosing to become the author of your own life. 🎙️ 🎧 Watch the full interview now on the Five Stars Realty Podcast. What part of Michaelangelo’s journey inspired you most? Tell us below! 👇 #FiveStarsRealtyPodcast #MichaelangeloCasanova #FromHellToPurpose #EntrepreneurStory #OvercomingAdversity

  2. Jul 21

    How Connecticut's #1 Mortgage Broker Built a Million-Dollar Brand | Jonathan Esposito

    What does it take to become one of the top mortgage brokers in the country?In this episode of the Five Stars Realty Podcast, Jonathan Esposito, Founder & CEO of Atomic Mortgage, shares the mindset, systems, and marketing strategies that helped him become Connecticut's #1 Mortgage Broker.We discuss:• How he built a referral-based business• Why social media changed everything• The real reason his restaurant videos generate clients• Building trust before selling• Growing a team with systems• Why answering your phone still matters• The biggest mistakes homebuyers make• How to build a personal brand that people rememberWhether you're a Realtor, lender, entrepreneur, or business owner, this episode is packed with practical lessons you can apply immediately.Subscribe for more conversations with industry leaders

  3. Jul 15

    🏡 What does it really take to build a successful real estate career?-Omar Montalvo

    In this episode of the Five Stars Realty Podcast, we sit down with Omar Montalvo, a top-performing Connecticut Realtor who has closed 110+ transactions while building a business centered on relationships, consistency, and service.From starting with no experience to becoming a respected leader in the industry, Omar shares the mindset, habits, and strategies that have helped him grow year after year.Whether you're a new Realtor, an experienced agent, an investor, or someone thinking about buying or selling a home, this conversation is packed with valuable insights you can apply immediately.🎙️ In this episode, we discuss: ⏱️ 00:00 – Introduction to Omar Montalvo ⏱️ 02:18 – How he got started in real estate ⏱️ 07:45 – The power of social media for Realtors ⏱️ 12:30 – Building lifelong relationships with clients ⏱️ 18:05 – Becoming HOA President & Property Management⏱️ 24:10 – Balancing family life with a growing business ⏱️ 31:40 – Morning routines, productivity & time management ⏱️ 39:25 – Why consistency beats talent ⏱️ 46:30 – The biggest mistakes homeowners make before listing ⏱️ 54:15 – Advice for new Realtors entering the business ⏱️ 1:02:40 – Growing a property management business ⏱️ 1:10:15 – Rapid Fire Questions 🔥💬 What's the biggest lesson you've learned in your real estate journey? Let us know in the comments!👍 If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Turn on Notifications for more conversations with top professionals in real estate. #FiveStarsRealtyPodcast #OmarMontalvo #ConnecticutRealEstate #RealEstateTips #RealtorSuccess

  4. Jul 11

    What 4,000+ Closed Transactions Will Teach You 👑📈

    Welcome back to another powerhouse episode of the Five Stars Realty Podcast! In this episode, we are sitting down with one of the most highly coveted and respected real estate leaders in Connecticut: Matt Miale.With over 20 years in the industry and a staggering career milestone of more than 4,000 closed units, Matt brings an unfiltered, raw look at what it actually takes to scale a real estate business without destroying your personal life.If you are an agent chasing the next tech trend, artificial intelligence, or vanity awards—stop. Matt completely breaks down why the fundamentals of this industry have never changed, why technology is just a tool, and how organic relationship-building remains the single highest dollar-per-hour activity you can do. 🧠🤝In this episode, we cover:Matt’s transition from being "unemployable" in corporate advertising sales to finding real estate.The truth behind his 2026 Best of Hartford consumer-voted award.Real estate investing: Going from totally broke to owning 42 apartment units across Hartford and West Hartford.The massive 85% industry attrition rate and why solo agents fail when trying to build a team too fast.The reality of "Partnership vs. Splits" and how to handle a maxed-out, burning-the-candle-at-both-ends schedule.Whether you're a rookie agent struggling to build your pipeline, or a seasoned veteran looking to step up your leadership game, this conversation is packed with masterclass-level insights.Keep these exactly as formatted below to activate YouTube's automatic video chapters:0:00 - Introduction: Welcoming legendary CT agent and team leader Matt Miale.1:20 - Reflecting on an incredible milestone: Over 4,000 closed career units.2:10 - Who is Matt Miale? Diving into identity, serving people, and solving problems.3:45 - The corporate box: Realizing you are "unemployable" in traditional jobs.5:15 - Breaking the corporate mold: No access to entrepreneurship blueprints.6:50 - Bumping into real estate: The two-family property investment that changed everything.8:20 - Scaling up: Owning 42 apartment units in Hartford & West Hartford.9:40 - 25 years later: The evolution of Matt's career track.10:30 - What has actually changed in real estate over 20+ years?11:15 - The myth of tech and AI vs. the timeless power of relationships.12:35 - The old days: Booking showings over the phone and printing MapQuest directions.14:10 - Managing growth: The trial and error of hiring your very first assistant.15:50 - Rethinking history: The value of being a phenomenal solo agent first.17:05 - Prospecting and appointments: The highest dollar-per-hour activities.18:40 - The vanity trap: Why medals, awards, and plaques mean nothing to your life.20:10 - Winning the 2026 Best of Hartford Award (8 years in a row).21:35 - Transactional models vs. building an audience that truly cares.22:45 - Building local bridges: Partnering with the Hartford Yard Goats.24:50 - Creating a profound community impact through client events.26:20 - The pipeline truth: Everyone is transactional until they can afford not to be.27:40 - The 85% attrition rate: Why real estate agents fail to do the actual work.29:20 - The long runway: Closing transactions today from relationships started 6 years ago.31:10 - Team structure: Delivering massive day-one value to agents.32:50 - Stop talking about splits: Why partnership is a two-way value stream.34:30 - A warning on leadership: Solve your own life problems before solving others.36:10 - Burning the candle at both ends: The client call that forced Matt to hire help.38:10 - The Millionaire Real Estate Agent blueprint: Introducing the specialist business model.✨ Connect with Matt Miale: https://www.instagram.com/miale.team.mastermind?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==🎙️ Subscribe to Five Stars Realty Podcast for more exclusive interviews with top industry icons, business blueprints, and real estate insights!

  5. Jun 30

    👉 Building a Successful Beauty Business on Word-of-Mouth Marketing with Linda Patron 👑✨

    Welcome back to another episode of the Five Stars Realty Podcast! Today, we are honoring Hispanic and Latina women entrepreneurs with our very special guest, Linda Patron, owner of Patron Beauty Bar in Wethersfield, CT. 👑Linda’s journey is a powerful story of perseverance, faith, and hard work. Raised in a hardworking Puerto Rican household in Bridgeport by a single mother and grandmother, Linda learned the value of dedication early on. In this raw and inspiring interview, she opens up about:Transitioning from a 9-to-5 job to full creative control and ownership.Getting laid off during COVID and taking a chance on herself to learn permanent makeup (PMU).Weathering a devastating personal loss in 2024 while simultaneously launching her LLC.Why she ignored the critics who said she couldn’t scale her business based entirely on word-of-mouth marketing and organic client referrals.Her 5-year plan to expand into a full-service salon and transition into teaching and mentoring the next generation of beauty professionals. If you are an aspiring entrepreneur, a Latina looking for inspiration, or a business owner struggling with marketing, this episode is a must-watch! Linda’s emphasis on planning and, most importantly, mindset will change how you look at your own journey. ✨ Connect with Linda Patron:https://www.instagram.com/patronsbeautybar.ct?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== 🎙️ Subscribe to Five Stars Realty Podcast for more stories that impact, educate, and inspire! #CosmeticTattoo #WomenInBusiness #LatinaEntrepreneur #SmallBusinessTips #FiveStarsRealty #PodcastClip

  6. Jun 25

    Cómo abrir una LLC en Connecticut: Costos, Mitos del Cash e Impuestos con Verónica Bueno 🚀

    ¿Tienes un negocio pero sigues cobrando en efectivo bajo la mesa? ¿O quieres emprender en Estados Unidos pero no sabes por dónde empezar? En este episodio de Five Star Realty Podcast, nos acompaña la contadora y consultora financiera Verónica Bueno, cofundadora de A&V Business & Consulting, para desmitificar todo lo relacionado con la legalización de empresas para la comunidad latina.Verónica nos desglosa paso a paso cuánto cuesta realmente registrar una LLC (Limited Liability Company) en el estado de Connecticut, los documentos necesarios (¡puedes hacerlo con tu ITIN Number!), y por qué trabajar de manera informal te está haciendo perder miles de dólares en créditos, préstamos y oportunidades de Real Estate.Además, aprenderás la diferencia real entre una inversión y un gasto, qué es el bookkeeping, cómo calcular tus precios estratégicamente para tener ganancias netas reales y cómo solucionar deudas o declaraciones de impuestos atrasadas con el IRS de forma retroactiva.¡No dejes que la falta de información frene el crecimiento de tu empresa! Quédate hasta el final y toma el control de tus finanzas.🎙️ Suscríbete a Five Star Realty Podcast para más historias de impacto y educación financiera.#LLC #ImpuestosUSA #EmprendedoresLatinos #Connecticut #FinanzasSaludables

  7. Jun 15

    Lo que Nadie te Dice Antes de Abrir un Restaurante

    En este episodio del Five Stars Realty Podcast recibimos a dos personas que llegaron con un sueño, una receta y mucho corazón — y construyeron uno de los restaurantes peruanos más queridos de Connecticut.Christian Bonilla y Mariella Ordoñez son los dueños de Ceviche Palace, ubicado en Bridgeport, CT. Llevan 17 años sirviendo la auténtica gastronomía peruana en este país — y hoy nos cuentan todo, sin filtros.Este episodio no es solo de comida — es de valentía, familia, sacrificio y el sueño americano hecho realidad. 📍 Visita Ceviche Palace:1429 E Main St, Bridgeport, CT 06608📞 (203) 870-4404📱 Instagram: @cevichepalace#FiveStarsRealtyPodcast #CevichePalace #EmprendedoresLatinos #GastronomiaPeruana #SuenoAmericano

  8. Jun 9

    Los 3 Mercados Más Rentables de Connecticut y Cómo Invertir en Ellos

    En este episodio del Five Stars Realty Podcast tenemos a uno de los agentes más impresionantes de nuestra familia Five Stars — David Solís.En solo 6 meses cerró 6.1 millones de dólares en ventas y tiene otros 3.6 millones bajo contrato. Prácticamente 10 millones de dólares siendo nuevo en la industria. Y lo hizo en uno de los mercados más competitivos de Connecticut.En este episodio David nos cuenta todo — sin filtros.✅ Lo que vas a aprender:— Cómo cerrar más de un millón de dólares por mes siendo agente nuevo— Los 3 mercados más rentables de CT ahora mismo: Bridgeport, New Britain y Meriden— Por qué los programas FHA y CHFA son la mejor puerta de entrada para compradores latinos— Cómo ganarse la confianza de familias latinas e inversionistas al mismo tiempo— La habilidad real detrás de sus números — más allá del título de realtor— Qué hace David a las 6AM para ganar el día antes que todos— El consejo más poderoso para agentes nuevos que quieren vender millonesSi estás pensando en comprar tu primera casa, invertir en Connecticut o convertirte en agente de real estate — este episodio es para ti.📲 ¿Listo para comprar, vender o invertir en CT?Contáctanos — Five Stars Realty opera en Connecticut, Florida, Massachusetts y Rhode Island.——Five Stars Realty Podcast | Episodio ft. David Solís#FiveStarsRealtyPodcast #RealEstateConnecticut #DavidSolis #InversionInmobiliaria #LatinosEnRealEstate

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Welcome to Five Stars Realty Podcast, your go-to podcast for navigating the fast-paced world of property, investing, and market trends. Whether you're a seasoned investor, a first-time homebuyer, or a real estate professional, this show brings you expert insights, success stories, and actionable tips straight from the industry's top voices. Join us weekly as we break down market data, uncover hidden opportunities, and share strategies to help you make smarter real estate decisions.

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  • Creator
    Five Stars Realty
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    88
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