In this week's episode of TheUnstoppable Real Estate Agents Podcast, Kim sat down with Pat Wattam of the Pat Wattam Five Star Team at RE/MAX First Realtors in Baton Rouge, LA.
With a unique background in music, fine art, and decades in real estate, Pat has built a stellar reputation—and her experience living through countless hurricanes has made her a go-to expert on emergency preparedness.
In this episode, Pat shares practical, often overlooked tips to help you prepare for disasters of all kinds, from floods to hurricanes and tornadoes. Here's what you'll learn:
✅ Why preparing from day one matters and how to build an essentials checklist
✅ How to assess local risks and create an emergency action plan
✅ Smart evacuation planning and where you’d go and stay
✅ Why long-term supplies and backup resources are critical
✅ Steps to protect your property and secure outdoor items
✅ Water and fuel storage strategies when shortages hit
✅ Lessons learned from past storms and how to adapt
✅ Why keeping cash on hand in small bills matters
✅ How to provide clients with a preparedness guide
Whether you live on the coast or far inland, Pat's insights are packed with value. Tune in and discover how you, and your clients, can be better prepared for whatever comes your way.
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Resources & Links:
Emergency Preparedness Tips: https://www.kimhughes.com/emergency-preparedness-tips/
Pat's Tips on Flood Remediation: https://patwattam.com/tips-on-flood-remediation/
🎧 Podcast Show Notes: https://www.kimhughes.com/podcast/disaster-ready-a-conversation-with-pat-wattam/
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