The REI Agent

Mattias and Erica Clymer
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Welcome to The REI Agent Podcast, where real estate meets holistic living! Hosted by Mattias and Erica, this podcast is your go-to source for insights, inspiration, and strategies from top agents and investors who are living their best lives through real estate.

  1. Stop Chasing Algorithms and Start Creating Massive Opportunity with Michelle Mikel

    4D AGO

    Stop Chasing Algorithms and Start Creating Massive Opportunity with Michelle Mikel

    Michelle Mikel reveals why most professionals waste money chasing trends and how authentic prospecting, storytelling, and proactive outreach create real business opportunities that lead to sustainable growth and long-term success. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/stop-chasing-algorithms-and-start-creating-massive-opportunity-with-michelle-mikel/ (00:00) - Introduction to The REI Agent Podcast (00:20) - Welcoming Guest Michelle Mikel (01:10) - Michelle’s Background and Why She Got Her Real Estate License (03:10) - Military Life and Relocation Influence on Her Career (04:40) - Transition Into Social Media Prospecting Coaching (06:30) - Why Agents Spend Thousands on Social Media Without Results (08:10) - Branding, Videography, and Social Media Outsourcing Mistakes (09:45) - Reactive vs Proactive Marketing Explained (11:40) - The Power of Direct Messaging and Intentional Outreach (13:30) - Understanding Business Drivers That Create Opportunities (15:10) - One-to-Many vs One-to-One Prospecting Strategies (17:20) - A Real Estate Agent’s Popeyes Chicken Marketing Story (19:30) - Why Good Content Still Matters (21:00) - Michelle’s Opinion on Viral Trends and Social Media Burnout (23:10) - Burnout Happens When You Do the Wrong Things (25:30) - Creating Authentic Content Instead of Chasing Trends (27:50) - The “Value Series” Content Strategy Explained (30:20) - Using Personal Passions to Build Powerful Analogies in Content (33:10) - Authenticity vs AI Generated Content in Branding (36:00) - How AI Should Be Used as an Assistant, Not a Replacement (38:40) - Michelle’s Process for Writing Her Book With AI Assistance (40:40) - Lifestyle Reels and Humanizing Your Brand (43:00) - Identifying Your Ideal Audience Through Your Lifestyle (45:10) - Getting Comfortable on Camera and Practicing Video Content (46:50) - The Storytelling Power of Authentic “God Moment” Videos (48:10) - Golden Nuggets: Burnout, Faith, and Learning From Failure (49:10) - Michelle’s Favorite Books for High Performers (49:40) - Where to Follow Michelle Online and Closing Remarks Contact Michelle Mikel https://bermanmediapd.com/ https://www.facebook.com/michelle.berman.75/ https://www.instagram.com/bermanmediasocial/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-berman-mikel-9a1ab448/ https://www.youtube.com/@bermanmediasocial Success is not built by chasing algorithms or copying trends. It is built by showing up authentically, creating real relationships, and taking proactive action every single day. Michelle Mikel reminds us that opportunity does not come to those who wait. It comes to those who intentionally create it. If this conversation inspired you to rethink your approach to business and growth, visit https://reiagent.com Is success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

    50 min
  2. Imperfect Action Creates Extraordinary Wealth Through Focus and Grit with Sarah Msuya

    MAR 5

    Imperfect Action Creates Extraordinary Wealth Through Focus and Grit with Sarah Msuya

    Sarah Msuya reveals how imperfect action, relentless focus, and bold decision-making helped her transform a single deal into a thriving portfolio while inspiring others to pursue wealth through disciplined investing and powerful mindset shifts. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/imperfect-action-creates-extraordinary-wealth-through-focus-and-grit-with-sarah-msuya/ (00:00) - Introduction to The REI Agent Podcast (00:35) - Welcome and Guest Introduction: Sarah Msuya (01:20) - Sarah Shares Her Real Estate Background and Portfolio (03:10) - Parenting, Work, and Balancing a Busy Life (05:05) - The Role of a Nanny and Building Flexibility for Work (07:10) - Discovering Real Estate Investing During the COVID Era (10:30) - Learning Through Podcasts and Taking Early Action (13:40) - Sarah’s First Deal and an Unexpected Wholesaling Opportunity (16:20) - Pivoting Strategies After Pregnancy and Buying the First Rental (19:10) - Using a HELOC and Managing Cash Flow from Rentals (22:05) - Building Wealth While Maintaining Active Income (24:15) - Using a Duplex to Offset Living Expenses (26:50) - Entering the Real Estate Agent World (29:10) - From One Deal to 49 Deals in a Year (31:45) - Early Career Hustle and Learning Through Buyer Agent Work (34:20) - Generating Leads with Zillow, Redfin, and Conversion Strategies (36:40) - Transitioning from Paid Leads to Referrals and Niche Expertise (38:00) - Creative Financing Strategies and Scaling a Portfolio (39:20) - Golden Nuggets: Imperfect Action and Staying Focused (40:10) - Where to Connect with Sarah Online (40:35) - Podcast Closing and Final Remarks Contact Sarah Msuya https://www.facebook.com/SarahMsuyaRealtor/ https://www.instagram.com/sarahtalksrei/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-msuya-458a511b3/ https://www.youtube.com/@sarahtalksrei Success does not belong to the person with the perfect plan. It belongs to the person who moves forward before everything feels ready. Sarah Msuya’s story proves that momentum begins with a single decision to act. Start where you are, use what you have, and keep building the future you want one step at a time. For more insights and inspiration from today’s episode, visit https://reiagent.com Is success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

    41 min
  3. Discipline Builds Freedom and Wealth Through Relationships with Kendra Cooke

    MAR 3

    Discipline Builds Freedom and Wealth Through Relationships with Kendra Cooke

    Kendra Cooke reveals how disciplined systems, financial clarity, and powerful relationships create lasting wealth, freedom, and peace for ambitious professionals who refuse to let success destroy their lives. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/discipline-builds-freedom-and-wealth-through-relationships-with-kendra-cooke/ (00:00) - Welcome Back to The REI Agent and Introduction of Kendra Cooke (00:45) - Kendra’s Early Career Beginning at a Reception Desk (03:15) - From Office Manager to Brokerage Owner (04:30) - Transitioning Into Full-Time Coaching and Speaking (05:40) - Why Every Agent Needs a Coach (09:10) - Overcoming Work Addiction and Personal Burnout (12:30) - Lessons Learned From Major Market Cycles (15:00) - Surviving the 2008 to 2010 Market Collapse (17:30) - Building a Business That Sustains Any Market (19:10) - The Three Business Buckets That Drive Success (23:40) - Warm Leads vs Cold Leads and Relationship Marketing (26:00) - The Financial Wake-Up Call That Changed Everything (29:30) - Financial Fridays and Tracking Profit and Loss (32:00) - CEO Mindset and the Four Pillars of Business (34:20) - Systems, Discipline, and Protecting Your Peace (36:10) - Favorite Books for Growth and Focus (37:40) - Where to Find Kendra and Her Resources (38:50) - Final Golden Nuggets on Relationships, Money, and Systems (39:30) - Show Outro and Disclaimer Contact Kendra Cooke https://kendracooke.com/ https://www.youtube.com/user/cookerealtypartners If today’s conversation stirred something inside you, remember this simple truth: relationships create wealth, discipline creates freedom, and clarity creates peace. Build your systems. Protect your energy. Lead your business like a CEO. For more conversations that challenge and elevate you, visit https://reiagent.comIs success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

    40 min
  4. Build Wealth, Serve People, Live Free Through Real Estate with Nick Disney

    FEB 26

    Build Wealth, Serve People, Live Free Through Real Estate with Nick Disney

    Nick Disney reveals how owner financing, cash offers, and disciplined focus can create financial freedom while serving people with integrity and building long-term wealth in San Antonio, Texas. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/build-wealth-serve-people-live-free-through-real-estate-with-nick-disney/ (00:00) - Welcome Back to The REI Agent Podcast (00:45) - Introducing Nick Disney and His San Antonio Focus (02:10) - The San Antonio Market Update and Post-Pandemic Shifts (04:05) - From Pharmaceutical Sales to Full-Time Investor (06:10) - How Sales Skills Translate Into Investing Success (08:15) - Managing Stress Through Fitness and Team Support (10:20) - Inside Nick’s Business Structure and Team Roles (12:05) - Finding Off-Market Deals and Working With Agents (14:10) - Who Benefits From a Cash Offer and Why (17:00) - Inherited Homes, Hoarder Houses, and Emotional Relief (19:20) - Luxury Service Reframe of Cash Buying (21:00) - Exit Strategies Explained: Wholetail, Rentals, and Notes (23:15) - Owner Financing Versus Rent to Own (25:30) - Risk, Interest Rates, and Long-Term Commitment (27:05) - Growth Vision and Expanding Into Lending (28:40) - Funding Sources: Private Lenders and Investment Funds (29:50) - How Agents and Investors Can Collaborate (31:10) - Golden Nuggets for Agents and New Investors (32:20) - Recommended Books and Lending Education (33:00) - Where to Connect With Nick and Final Thoughts (33:12) - Disclaimer and Show Outro Contact Nick Disney https://www.sellmysanantoniohouse.com/ https://www.facebook.com/sellmysanantoniohouseforcash/ https://www.instagram.com/realestate_nick1/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-d-1564388a/ https://www.youtube.com/@SellMySanAntonioHouse If this conversation stirred something in you, remember that wealth is not just built with properties but with discipline, honesty, and service. Nick Disney showed us that when you solve real problems for real people, financial freedom follows. Pick your lane, commit to mastery, and build with integrity. If you are ready to design a life that feels strong on the inside and secure on the outside, visit https://reiagent.com Is success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

    33 min
  5. Build Wealth Without Burning Out and See the World with Spencer Hsu

    FEB 24

    Build Wealth Without Burning Out and See the World with Spencer Hsu

    Spencer Hsu reveals how to build massive production, create freedom through YouTube authority, and design a business that supports global travel without sacrificing relationships, health, or long-term wealth. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/build-wealth-without-burning-out-and-see-the-world-with-spencer-hsu/ (00:00) - Welcome Back to The REI Agent and Guest Introduction (01:45) - Weather Talk and California vs East Coast Climate (03:20) - Spencer’s Background in Tech and Transition into Real Estate (05:10) - Inside the Bay Area Market and Median Price Breakdown (08:05) - Building a Team and Structuring Agent Growth (10:40) - Early Career Struggles and The Power of Compounding Effort (13:55) - KPIs, Conversations, and Measuring What Actually Matters (16:40) - Networking Done Right and Why Information Exchange Is Critical (20:15) - Small Groups vs Large Conferences and Where Real Relationships Form (22:50) - Creative Ways to Meet High-Level Clients Without Selling (26:30) - Adult Friendship, Initiative, and Escaping Doomscroll Culture (29:10) - YouTube as a Lead Machine and The Truth About Views vs Revenue (32:35) - Evergreen Content That Attracts Buyers for Years (34:50) - The Decision to Take a Three-Month Global Trip (37:20) - Mortality, Money, and Why Waiting Is Dangerous (39:05) - Fourteen Countries, Food Capitals, and Cultural Lessons (41:45) - Managing Clients and Business While Traveling Abroad (43:25) - Golden Nuggets for Agents Grinding in Today’s Market (44:50) - Where to Find Spencer and Final Wrap Up Contact Spencer Hsu https://homesbyspencerhsu.com/ https://www.facebook.com/spencerhsure/ https://www.instagram.com/spencerhsure https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencerhsu/ https://youtube.com/@SpencerHsu⁩ Success is not about grinding until you collapse. It is about building a system that lets you win at work and still live fully. Spencer Hsu showed us that conversations compound, content creates authority, and intentional freedom is possible when you design for it. If you want to build wealth without burning out, stay connected with us and visit https://reiagent.com Is success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

    45 min
  6. From Side Hustle to Hardcore Freedom-Building Success with Cory King

    FEB 19

    From Side Hustle to Hardcore Freedom-Building Success with Cory King

    Cory King reveals how building a cash machine, mastering the BRRRR Strategy, and protecting family priorities can transform a driven agent into a disciplined wealth builder with lasting freedom. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/from-side-hustle-to-hardcore-freedom-building-success-with-cory-king/ (00:00) - Welcome to The REI Agent and Introduction of Cory King (01:10) - Cory’s Real Estate Overview and Investor Background (03:20) - Buying a First Home at 22 During the 2009 Market Crash (05:40) - Early House Hacking and Covering the Mortgage with Roommates (07:45) - Flipping Comic Books and Discovering Land Auctions (10:30) - Buying Vacant Lots and Creating Arbitrage Opportunities (13:15) - Selling the Restaurant Business and Moving to Knoxville (15:10) - Getting Licensed to Support Investing Goals (17:20) - Building a Cash Machine Versus a Wealth Machine (19:45) - Why Agents Should Invest in the Markets They Sell (22:10) - BRRRR Strategy and Long Term Rental Planning (24:40) - Leaving Money in Deals and Thinking Long Term (26:50) - Avoiding the Check to Check Agent Trap (29:00) - Risk Tolerance and Acting During Market Fear (31:15) - Investment Options Beyond Rentals Including Syndications (33:30) - Analysis Paralysis and Taking Imperfect Action (35:20) - Building The Caza Group and Serving the Investor Niche (37:40) - Creating a Specialist Team Model Like a Superhero Network (39:50) - Why Property Management Is Not in the Immediate Plan (41:20) - Launching and Growing the GRID Investor Meetup (43:40) - Hosting Events as a Lead Funnel for Agents (45:10) - Family Life, Glass Versus Rubber Balls, and Guardrails (46:10) - Golden Nuggets, Book Recommendations, and Closing Thoughts (46:48) - Episode Outro and Disclaimer Contact Cory King https://www.thecazagroup.com/caza_knoxville_team https://www.facebook.com/CoryKingREALTOR/ https://www.instagram.com/cory__king_/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-king-984b6b4b/ Cory King reminds us that freedom is built on discipline, focus, and courage to act before you feel ready. Build your cash machine, fund your long-term vision, protect your glass balls, and never let success cost your peace. If this conversation sparked something in you, take the next step and visit https://reiagent.com Is success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

    47 min
  7. From Broke to Booked Solid: Building a YouTube Empire in Real Estate with Robyn Cavallaro

    FEB 17

    From Broke to Booked Solid: Building a YouTube Empire in Real Estate with Robyn Cavallaro

    Discover how Robyn Cavallaro rebuilt her life, dominated YouTube, and created unstoppable momentum by focusing on buyers, authenticity, and relentless action in The Villages, Florida. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/from-broke-to-booked-solid-building-a-youtube-empire-in-real-estate-with-robyn-cavallaro/ (00:00) - Introduction to The REI Agent Podcast (00:11) - Welcoming Robyn Cavallaro to the Show (00:42) - The Villages, Florida: Inside a 150,000 Resident Active Community (02:05) - Hyper Focusing on a Niche Market (02:51) - From Restaurant Owner to Real Estate Agent (04:01) - Side Hustle or Go All In (06:50) - Buyers Versus Listings Strategy (08:38) - How YouTube Launched Her Real Estate Career (10:48) - Relocation Clients and Building Trust Through Content (13:55) - YouTube Monetization and Authority Building (15:34) - Short Term Rentals as a Strategic Advantage (16:49) - Overcoming Fear of Being on Camera (18:13) - Practice Without Posting Strategy (19:12) - Define Your Avatar and Clarify Your Message (20:13) - Short Form Versus Long Form Content Debate (23:15) - Live Streaming and Repurposing Content (24:51) - Editing, AI Tools, and Simplifying Your Topics (27:30) - Starting With Free Tools and Growing Over Time (28:26) - The Importance of Sound and Lighting (30:52) - Would She Start With YouTube Again (33:22) - Final Golden Nuggets for Agents (35:26) - Dave Ramsey Recommendation and Robyn’s Books (36:50) - Robyn’s Podcast and Social Media Platforms (37:43) - Closing Remarks and Disclaimer Contact Robyn Cavallaro https://robyncavallaro.com/ https://www.facebook.com/robyncavallaro1 https://www.instagram.com/robyncavallaro/ https://www.youtube.com/@Robyncavallaro https://www.youtube.com/@StopChasingStartAttracting Robyn Cavallaro proved that it is never too late to rebuild, reinvent, and rise by serving buyers first and building authority through YouTube. If you are ready to stop chasing and start attracting, take action today and visit https://reiagent.com Is success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

    38 min
  8. From Fraternity Rentals to Real Island Ownership with Mike Cossette

    FEB 12

    From Fraternity Rentals to Real Island Ownership with Mike Cossette

    From fraternity rentals to island ownership, Mike Cossette reveals how clarity, creative financing, and bold action turned market chaos into long-term wealth and financial freedom. See article: https://www.unitedstatesrealestateinvestor.com/from-fraternity-rentals-to-real-island-ownership-with-mike-cossette/ (00:00) - Introduction to The REI Agent Podcast (00:28) - Meet Mike Cossette and Opening Banter About Austin Weather (02:05) - Mike’s Origin Story: Renting a Fraternity House in College (04:30) - Discovering Equity and the Power of Leverage in the 2005 Market (06:15) - Launching a REMAX Franchise and Entering the Market Before the Crash (08:10) - Surviving the Financial Crash Through Short Sales and Adaptability (12:00) - Building Long-Term Wealth From 2009 to 2011 Acquisitions (14:25) - First Downtown Austin Property and Early Renovation Experience (17:10) - Discovering Short-Term Rentals and the Airbnb Lightbulb Moment (20:40) - Taking Risks After Life-Changing Travel Experiences (23:15) - Expanding Into Commercial and Creative Investing (25:30) - The Island in Florida: From Idea to Ownership During COVID (30:45) - Insurance, Hurricanes, and Hard Lessons in Florida (33:05) - Regulatory Challenges and Sustainable Island Development (35:10) - 12 Unit Apartment Deal Using Seller Financing and a Mortgage Wrap (38:20) - The Importance of Trust in Subject To and Creative Deals (40:10) - Current Opportunities: Warehouses and Duplex Investments (42:25) - Golden Nugget: Clarity Framework for Investors (44:10) - Favorite Books: Buying Back Your Time and The Slight Edge (45:05) - Where to Connect With Mike Cossette (45:20) - Closing Remarks and Podcast Outro Contact Mike Cossette https://mikecossette.com/ https://www.facebook.com/AskMikeCoss/ https://youtube.com/⁨@AskMikeCoss⁩ If there is one lesson from Mike Cossette, it is this. Define the job of your property before you ever chase the deal. When you gain clarity, fear loses its power, and opportunity becomes obvious. Stop analyzing and start acting with purpose. If you are ready to build wealth with intention and courage, visit https://reiagent.com Is success destroying your peace? Most pros grind until they break. Download The Investor’s Life Balance Sheet: A Holistic Wealth Audit to see if you are building a legacy or heading for burnout. Presented by The REI Agent Podcast & United States Real Estate Investor® https://sendfox.com/lp/m4jrl

    46 min
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Welcome to The REI Agent Podcast, where real estate meets holistic living! Hosted by Mattias and Erica, this podcast is your go-to source for insights, inspiration, and strategies from top agents and investors who are living their best lives through real estate.

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  • Creator
    Mattias and Erica Clymer
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    170
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Mattias and Erica Clymer
  • Show Website
    The REI Agent