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Retro Movie RoundtableScott Pilgrim vs The World (2010)RMR 0066: Join your hosts Bryan Frye, Chad Robinson, and Russell Guest for the Retro Movie Roundtable as they revisit Scott Pilgrim vs The World (2010) [PG-13]
Genre: Comedy, Fighting, Adventure, Romance
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Au Pair & Host Mom UnfilteredMascara Alert...Natta is LeavingIn today's episode, Natta and Lizzy talk through their top favorite moments of the past year together. Some of them are surprising and some of them we both had on our lists. Listen to the end to hear us completely bawl our eyes out, or don't...
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2024-08-1935 minAu Pair & Host Mom UnfilteredLife Update: Triathlon, Surprise Party & Funny StoriesWe're back in America and wanted to give an update on the month of July! We talk about our Triathlon, Natta's surprise going away party & funny stories from our life. Tune in next week for what will likely be a cry fest between Lizzy & Natta as Natta prepares to go home to Sweden.
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2024-08-1236 minAu Pair & Host Mom UnfilteredWe're in SWEDEN!!In today's episode, Natta & Lizzy are in Sweden visiting both of their families. We talk about our plans for Sweden and some big life updates! We also answer a question at the end of the episode for a listener who is unsure how to tell her host family she doesn't want to extend with them.
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2024-06-2447 minAu Pair & Host Mom UnfilteredUpdate on Natta's Dating Life!!In today's episode we talk through what has been going on in Natta's dating life! We talk through plans for the summer and also what has been going on recently!
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2024-06-0339 minAu Pair & Host Mom UnfilteredHow Did Lizzy Survive a Week Without Natta?!In today's episode we talk through the past week as Lizzy was a stay at home mom for the week while Natta was in Sweden to see Taylor Swift. Lizzy talks through the ways that she feels super grateful for Natta.
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2024-05-2738 minAu Pair & Host Mom UnfilteredReal Life with a 4 Year Old (Bonus Episode)Today we decided to try and bring on Liam, our 4 year old, and let's just say he didn't disappoint. We talked all about how he feels about having an au pair, all things Taylor Swift (& the Era's Tour), and then he abruptly ended his interview. Enjoy this quick brief episode we filmed before Natta left for Sweden! We'll be back next week with a regular episode!
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2024-05-2016 minAu Pair & Host Mom UnfilteredGet to Know Au Pair Natta & Host Mom LizzyIn today's episode we play a game of asking questions to get to know each other better and also let you guys get to know us a little better! Some of them are serious questions, but mostly they are silly fun questions!
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2024-05-1342 minAu Pair & Host Mom UnfilteredAnonymous Questions with Lizzy & NattaJoin us as we talk through a *bunch* of anonymous questions from other au pairs and host parents. This is a super fun and light hearted episode where we talk through what we would do in specific scenarios as a host mom and au pair and what our advice would be!
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2024-05-0631 minAu Pair & Host Mom UnfilteredAu Pair Guest Dixie Gustafsson (Our Juiciest Episode So Far)This might be our juiciest episode yet! In today's episode we talk through everything about living in Australia as an au pair with Dixie Gustafsson! She is super honest about dating and what life is like as an au pair in Australia! Lizzy's gets super personal about her dating history and you won't want to miss this one!
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2024-04-2942 minAu Pair & Host Mom UnfilteredHost Mom Interview with Paige TurnerJoin us for our very first host mom interview! We are so thrilled to be able to host Paige Turner and hear from her perspective as a former kid with au pairs and now host mom herself, her insight is so valuable! We talk through everything from the mental load of being a mom to the logistics of having an au pair! If you are a mom or wife, you won't want to miss this episode!
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2024-04-2235 minAu Pair & Host Mom UnfilteredHow To Have The Best Year With Your Au PairIn today's episode we talk through our top pieces of advice to having the best year as an au pair in a host family. Over the past 7 months we have learned a lot and we hope that we can help other au pairs and host families prepare for the year together and hopefully create a life-long bond.
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2024-04-1544 minAu Pair & Host Mom UnfilteredHaving an Au Pair from the Host Dad's PerspectiveToday we have the most special guest on, our resident Host Dad, Johnny! We really dive into some topics about having an au pair...what that experience is like?? Who was it really that wanted an au pair?? And some super juicy details at the end. You won't want to miss this episode!
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2024-04-0842 minAu Pair & Host Mom UnfilteredAu Pair Guest Interview: Elsa NordstromWe are so thrilled to have Elsa Nordstrom on the podcast today! If you have been on social media at all then you have probably seen her or her host mom Katie! She helped share about her experiences with interviewing families, going into rematch, the differences in being an au pair in America & Australia and so much more. You don't want to miss this episode today!!
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2024-04-0148 min
The Modern Real Estate AgentsLet's Talk About NAR BabyIn today's episode we finally do a deep dive into the NAR lawsuit and what our predictions of the future of real estate look like. We walk you through what we think will happen and also try to help you prepare for the future.
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Johnny Phillips - Host - Owner of The Phillips Team Brokered by eXp
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2024-03-2535 minAu Pair & Host Mom UnfilteredThe Top 10 Reasons Why You Need An Au PairIn today's episode we share our top reasons why you need an au pair! We talk to both host families and au pairs about why the au pair program is so beneficial for host families. Everything from flexibility to the cost, having an au pair has been such an amazing adventure for us so far and we wouldn't change a thing!
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2024-03-2538 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsNudging: Your Edge In Real EstateIn today's episode, Johnny and Lizzy tackle the art of Nudging. Nudging is simply using the correct wording, phrases, and ability to frame a situation that allows your clients to make the best decision for themselves. It's important to remember that you have already seen all the possible outcomes of a situation as an experienced agent. Your clients haven't. But instead of telling them what to do, simply "Nudge" them. Tune in to hear how we use this strategy with our own clients and how to make sure you don't cross the line from nudging to manipulation.
2024-03-1835 minAu Pair & Host Mom UnfilteredEverything You Need To Know About the Au Pair Program in AmericaIn today's episode we go back to the basics and explain on both the au pair side & the host family side what is required. How much does an Au Pair need to be paid? What does a host family have to provide for an Au Pair? What are the laws around being an Au Pair? And SO much more. Don't miss out on a super important episode!
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2024-03-1835 minAu Pair & Host Mom UnfilteredWhy We're Getting a New Au Pair!?Join in to today's Episode to find out why we're getting a new au pair and find out how the process is going for Lizzy. We walk you through the process that Lizzy has gone through in interviewing new au pairs. Make sure you listen to the very end to find out what made us both UGLY cry :(
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2024-03-1133 minAu Pair & Host Mom UnfilteredOur very first Au Pair GUEST...Hilma Stille!You do not want to miss out on this brand new episode of Au Pair & Host Mom Unfiltered with our incredible guest, Hilma Stille! She gives us an incredible look into her life as an au pair in The United States. We dive into, dating, matching with the right family, her schedule, and so much more. She is such an amazing person and we can't wait to see all that she accomplishes in life!
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2024-03-0447 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsUnlocking the Top 10% as a Real Estate AgentAs an agent the 80/20 or how we like to put it the 90/10 principle applies heavily. Join in to today's episode to find out what we think are the key items to being in the top 10% and how to achieve that.
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Johnny Phillips - Host - Owner of The Phillips Team Brokered by eXp
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2024-02-2631 minAu Pair & Host Mom UnfilteredHow to Communicate as an Au Pair & Host Mom (or Family)We hope that this episode is super valuable in helping au pair's & host families communicate better. We have been very fortunate that we have a super open line of communication where we are always making sure that the other person is happy. Our belief is that everyone has to feel like they're winning! We also give an update on Natta's dating life...
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2024-02-2635 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsLessons from Real Estate in 2023Welcome back Modern Agents. In today's episode we comb through some stats from the 2023 market. Breaking down the data allows us to know who is buying, who is selling, and how to best target your next client. Tune in as we talk about who is the best client to target for 2024 and how we use this data in our own business.
2024-02-1928 minAu Pair & Host Mom UnfilteredAdjusting to Life with a New Family (With a CRAZY Story from Natta)Join us in this episode to hear about some of the ways you will adjust to living with a new family. From eating food to learning how the parents discipline their kids. Also listen to an amazing story from Natta about her car that she uses here, you don't want to miss this one!
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2024-02-1941 minAu Pair & Host Mom UnfilteredThe Weirdest Things About Moving to AmericaIn today's episode we walk through some of the culture shock moments of moving to America from tipping to the size that everything is. This episode would be super helpful for both future au pair's and host families. Au Pair's, listen up so you know what you might encounter when you move here. Host Families, listen up so you know the things your au pair might find different when they move here.
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2024-02-1236 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsWe're Buying Our First Flip PropertyJoin today's episode as we walk you through how we're buying our first flip property and what our plans are. We talk through some ways that you might be able to get involved with real estate investing. Find out how we found a great deal and where we found it!
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Johnny Phillips - Host - Owner of The Phillips Team Brokered by eXp
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2024-02-0534 minAu Pair & Host Mom UnfilteredDating as an Au PairIn today's episode get all the tea on dating as an au pair. We discuss a crazy story of someone Natta swiped right on Tinder. We also talk through the best and worst dating apps, as well as an interesting Facebook post from a host family!
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2024-02-0538 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsHow to Effectively Market a ListingIn This Episode
In today's episode we give you our 5 tips in effectively marketing a property. We walk you through exactly what we do as real estate agents to help a property get sold in today's market. From Staging, to online marketing to open houses we cover it all. Tune in for our best tips.
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2024-01-2941 minAu Pair & Host Mom UnfilteredArriving in the United States as an Au PairIn today's episode we walk you through Natta's journey to America from when she left Sweden to when she got here. We share our tips on what host families should have together for when their au pair arrives and also what to expect in the first week. We tell the funny story about how she got her driver's license and much more!
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2024-01-2930 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsHow to Minimize Risk as a Real Estate AgentIn This Episode
In today's episode we talk candidly about how we do our best the to know when to take risks and when to be more cautious. We walk through some of the ways that we have personally minimized the risk in our business and personal life. We also talk through when it is the right time to take risks.
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Lizzy Phillips - Host - Owner of...
2024-01-2933 minAu Pair & Host Mom UnfilteredThe Road to America as an Au PairIn this episode we walk you through the journey from when Lizzy & Natta matched to when Natta arrived. We walk you through the steps it takes to get from the time you match with a family to when you leave your home country to get to the United States. We also share how our journey was not the norm!
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2024-01-2233 minAu Pair & Host Mom UnfilteredMeet Au Pair Natta & Host Mom LizzyWelcome to Au Pair & Host Mom Unfiltered! In our very first episode we tell you a little about ourselves and talk through what in the world is the au pair program!? We get into the juicy details of how we matched, and how we almost didn't even meet. Tune in each Monday to listen to our new episodes!
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2024-01-1733 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsHandling Difficult Real Estate Clients and SituationsIn today's episode we walk you through how to handle relationships with your clients & other agents. We specifically share about our experience in selling our own personal home and the story that goes along with it. We give a lot of take aways that we learned being seller's ourselves.
2024-01-1538 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsOur 2024 Real Estate Lead Generation Business PlanIn This Episode
Today we go through what we are changing up in 2024 for our real estate business. We talk through what are the things that have worked in the past and also what we are going to be doing differently. Open houses are something we are going to be focusing on this year!
On Today’s Episode
Johnny Phillips - Host - Owner of The Phillips Team Brokered by eXp
Lizzy Phillips - Host - Owner of The Phillips Team Brokered by eXp
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2024-01-0833 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsThe Top 5 Real Estate Trends to Watch For in 2024In This Episode
In today's episode we talk through what we think are going to be some of the important things to watch out for in 2024. From interest rates to housing prices we share everything that we think is important to be aware of in the coming year!
On Today’s Episode
Johnny Phillips - Host - Owner of The Phillips Team Brokered by eXp
Lizzy Phillips - Host - Owner of The Phillips Team Brokered by eXp
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2023-12-1831 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsBuilding & Nurturing Real Estate Client Relationships (with a really hard story to tell)In This Episode
In today's episode we begin by talking about one of the toughest things we have experienced yet as Realtors. We dedicate this episode to our friend Don.
We all know that the best business is repeat client and referral. In this episode we talk through some of the ways to find new clients & nurture old relationships, both in person and from your desk. We talk about the best ways to get in front of people to grow not only your sphere of influence.
On Today’s Episode
Johnny Phil...
2023-12-1146 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsSetting Clear Real Estate Goals for 2024In This Episode
We're back with Season 3 of the Modern Real Estate Agents Podcast! In this episode we talk about the last few months and what has been going on in our lives. We then jump into what your 2024 should look like and what is looks like for us! We have 50 episodes mapped out and we can't wait to share our stories with you!
On Today’s Episode
Johnny Phillips - Host - Owner of The Phillips Team Brokered by eXp
Lizzy Phillips - Host - Owner of The Phillips Team Brokered by...
2023-12-0447 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsHow To Finish Your Year StrongCLICK BELOW TO ATTEND OUR COACHING ZOOM CALL AUGUST 21
On Today’s Episode
Johnny Phillips - Host - Owner of The Phillips Team Brokered by eXp
Lizzy Phillips - Host - Owner of The Phillips Team Brokered by eXp
Key Ideas
(2:40) Take Inventory of Where You Are Right Now
(4:15) Winning Is Done In The Fourth Quarter
(7:43) Ways To Drum Up Immediate Business
(14:44) Update Your Database Now
(18:29) Organize An End Of The Year Event
(24:15) Make Intentional Family Time
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2023-08-2034 minThe Modern Real Estate Agents5 Point Farming Plan for New AgentsIn This Episode
Posting from Sweden! 2 Notes, Really Quick: 1 - We are halfway through our family Sweden trip. Check out Lizzy's Instagram for all the highlights. 2 - I don't know what happened, but our recording equipment failed and this is some rough audio. But the content is a must for new agents, so check it out! Today we dive into what farming is and how to start doing it right as a new agent. Getting your name out in your own community is monumentally important, and this is how you do it. Check it out!
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2023-07-2436 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsThe 20 Mile March. Our Daily Checklist For Success.In This Episode
Welcome back to the beautiful and talented Lizzy Phillips. After a much deserved maternity leave, Lizzy is back on the pod. Today we talk about a project that has been months in the making. Today we officially launch The Modern Real Estate Agents Coaching Program. Since the inception of this podcast, we have had agent after agent reach out and ask if we will coach them. Now we are ready to take on the commitment and offer coaching as support to our listeners. Listen in today and see if this program is for you. Have...
2023-07-0344 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsThe 5 Things We Bring To All ShowingsIn This Episode
Welcome back listeners. Today, we dive into what we bring with us when showing homes. No one gave us proper training on how to present homes professionally and how to be informed and inform our clients. Today is another, "learn from our mistakes" episode. If you have anything that you bring to your showings that we missed, reach out to us on FB or Instagram to let us know!
Key Ideas
(1:00) Time Is Your MOST Important Resource
(5:50) Start With A Calendar
(8:00) Put What Matters On There First
(11:40) I...
2023-06-2943 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsYour 5 Point Open House ScheduleIn This Episode
There are 2 ways to do an Open House, show up and hope it works out and the right way. The right way takes preparation and work. There is homework, legwork, and expectations to make the most out of an Open House. Today we are talking about the steps we take, days in advance, to make the most of each Open House. Remember that Open Houses are not only opportunities to sell your listing, but also opportunities to pick up buyer clients and seller clients.
Key Ideas
(8:35) Call and Confirm Time W...
2023-06-1952 minThe Modern Real Estate Agents5 Steps To Take Control Of Your ScheduleIn This Episode
Time is your most valuable resource. I cannot say that loud enough. You will only get some many hours in a day and days on this earth. Do yourself a favor and take control of your schedule. If you don’t, the days will slip away and you will never accomplish what you want in life. The same way in business, take control of your business schedule. Decide what’s important and put them on your calendar. Listen in today as we talk about the 5 steps we take to take control of our schedules.
2023-06-1247 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsYour 8 Step Contract To Close ChecklistIn This Episode
Let’s assume that you have secured the client, you’ve found the dream home, negotiated like the boss you are, and now you’re under contract. Now what? It’s all hands off from now on, right? Wrong. Now is the time when you have the opportunity to shine as a better agent than everyone else in your market. You need a checklist to follow and the knowhow to be preemptive and wow your clients. This is it. Listen in as we describe to you the mistakes we’ve made, and how we used the lesson...
2023-06-0843 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsHow We Negotiate Killer Deals For Our ClientsIn This Episode
Why do people hire us? There are a couple of reasons that come to mind, but negotiating is at the top of the list. Today Jessica does a deep dive into some case studies of how we have been negotiating for our clients and getting the best deals for both our buyers and sellers. Join us as we talk through how we get our clients in the right mindset, ourselves in the right mindset, and negotiate on behalf of our clients.
On Today’s Episode
Johnny Phillips - Host - Owner of Th...
2023-05-0444 minThe Modern Real Estate Agents6 Ways to Generate Free Leads Right NowIn This Episode
Low Overhead. I can’t say it loud enough. The key to being successful and happy in real estate is operating on low overhead. The math is simple: do less deals and make more money. Today we dive into 6 ways to get free leads right now. No paying referral fees. No paying set up fees. And not being at the mercy of someone else providing leads. I’m a believer in taking control of your business and dictating how many leads you get, how many deals you close, and how much money you make.
2023-05-0450 minThe Modern Real Estate Agents10 Ways To Make Agents Like YouIn This Episode
Everyone wants to be well liked. And in this industry, there's a level of cut-throatness that will always find its way to you. Today, we are going to talk about how to be the agent that everyone wants to work with and the agent that other agents want to be. It's not hard but it does take a few proactive steps and thinking ahead. Join us today as we give you the secrets to how we are well liked and enjoyable agents to work with. This will not only make your life easier but make...
2023-04-2832 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsRecession Proofing Your Business: 6 Ways To Win When Others LoseIn This Episode
Today we welcome back our guest host, Jessica Chambers. Lizzy is out on maternity leave so Jessica will be filling in for a few weeks. Today, we are talking about 6 ways to win when others lose. In particular, we are talking about how to Recession Proof Your Business. There is a lot of fear out there because of the rise in interest rates, the War in Ukraine, 2 banks failing, and the decrease in home sales. A lot of people have tossed around the idea of a recession and what it could mean for your business...
2023-04-1043 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsHow To Go from 0 to 100 in Real Estate featuring Stephen AcreeIn This Episode
In today’s episode, we are joined by Stephen Acree. Stephen is a top producing agent out of Virginia who now runs a mega team! We cover everything from how Stephen was able to go from having 1 deal in his first 6 months to over 30 in his first full calendar year. Don't miss out on a real, raw and honest conversation about how to find success in Real Estate.
Key Ideas
(1:35) How we know Stephen
(2:45) Where Stephen started and where he's at
(7:27) How to make open houses profitable and creat...
2023-03-2048 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsNetworking with People?In This Episode
In today’s episode, we take a look at networking. It’s incredible how many agents say that they will never prospect. For whatever reason, they refuse to pick up the phone. So today, we pay homage to those agents. If you want to know how to get your name out there without having to pick up the phone, this is the episode for you.
Key Ideas
(2:20) You Can Skip To Here. We Finally Get Started
(3:10) Who Should You Be Networking With?
(9:25) We Aren’t Getting A Divorce
(15:4...
2023-02-2137 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsWorking With Sellers In The Spring MarketIn This Episode
In today’s episode, we look at the upcoming Spring market from the perspective of working with a Seller. We cover topics from interest rates to scripts to use with a seller, to hosting an open house. There are even a few lively debates between Johnny & Lizzy. Be sure to tune in to find out helpful tips for preparing for the spring market with sellers!
Key Ideas
(0:32) We tried to jump into the episode right away but it didn't work.
(3:17) Talking through how interest rates impact sellers
(6:25) Scripting with sellers and p...
2023-02-1539 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsWorking With Buyers In The Spring MarketIn This Episode
In today’s episode, we look at the upcoming Spring market, trends in pricing, trends in interest rates, and how to guide your buyers as they enter the Spring market. Each market is different and you want to know what’s going on in order to be the expert in your field. In this episode, we walk you through how we work with our buyers, the advice we give them, and how to prequalify and prep our buyers so our time isn’t being wasted.
Key Ideas
(4:29) Why We Make This Episode Every...
2023-02-0642 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsHow To Be a Top Agent In Your Area in 9 Months with Nathan IndergaardIn This Episode
In today’s episode, we have our first guest in 2023 on the podcast, Nathan Indergaard. Nathan is brand new a real estate agent out of North & South Carolina and has done an incredible job at setting up systems to bring in leads and close a lot of deals in his first 8 months!! We talk about automation, using your CRM & much more. This is an episode with SO much wisdom that you won't want to miss out on.
Key Ideas
(2:19) Introducing Nathan Indergaard
(6:14) How Nathan was thrown into real estate
(11:25) Nathan's whi...
2023-01-3047 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsSetting Up Your Daily ScheduleIn This Episode
In today’s episode, we take a deep dive into setting up your daily schedule. Setting up a schedule is absolutely essential to your ongoing success in Real Estate. As a real estate agent, you will have things pop up and going to distract you from the actions that keep transactions up in your business. Join us today as we talk about the schedule we use to keep our business growing. Here’s the good news: it’s easy and it isn’t a lot of work. Here’s the bad news: it takes discipline. Listen in...
2023-01-2435 minThe Modern Real Estate Agents5 Ways To Get Listings NOWIn This Episode
Join us to find out 5 different ways to take listings now. Some might not be what you think. We cover everything from pro-active lead generation by calling FSBO & Expired listings, to how you might be able to take a listing by hanging out at new construction homes.
Key Ideas
(1:45) Jumping right into the content, just kidding...
(5:05) Why we're working with more buyers now
(6:18) What question to ask your client?
(9:40) #1 Get on the phone
(15:53) #2 Send Cards
(18:49) #3 Reach out to your Sphere of Influence
(22:55) #4 Don't be a secre...
2023-01-1641 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsSetting Up Real Estate Client Events In 2023In This Episode
In this episode Johnny & Lizzy jump into their best pieces of advice for setting up client events for 2023. From budgeting to how to execute an amazing event they walk you through the steps that they currently take themselves doing their own events.
Key Ideas
(1:45) Happy New Year, how we have started the year
(2:45) Intro to the episode about client events
(6:20) Budgeting for events, how many will you do
(10:35) Why Lizzy kicked Johnny out of their bed
(12:28) How to decide what type of event to do
(19:55) We really...
2023-01-0941 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsMaking 2023 Your Best Real Estate Year YetIn This Episode
In today’s episode, we cover several different ways to have the best year yet in real estate! We talk through a recap of our year and how you should recap your previous year. We cover topics from lead generation (surprise surprise), investing in your sphere and watching your overhead expenses.
Key Ideas
(1:10) Why we've been MIA and Lizzy's hair change, and Johnny's Mustache
(5:01) Our grooming habits
(6:38) Now we actually start talking about real estate
(8:40) Recapping our 2023 and how you should recap yours
(14:58) Lead Generation....and do it c...
2023-01-0343 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsHow To Educate Your Buyers About The Current MarketIn This Episode
In today’s episode, we take a deep dive into how to educate your buyers about today’s market. Interest rates are up, days on market are up, inventory is still limited, and buyer fear is creeping in. Even though your buyers aren’t having to compete with multiple offers, they’re still feeling pressure due to rising interest rates. So how can you take time to teach your buyers about the pro’s and con’s of today’s market? Spoiler Alert: just because interest rates are up, doesn’t mean this is a bad time to buy...
2022-10-3142 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsMaking Facebook Groups Work For You Featuring Tina BeliveauIn This Episode
Tina Beliveau, Real Estate Phenom, takes us on a guided tour of how she has built and used Facebook groups to lead generate and build community in her market. Tina’s resume speaks for itself. 20 years in Real Estate. Top Producer. Top Team Leader. Built the Largest Brokerage in Maryland. At this point in her career, Tina has a new goal, to work as little as possible. Today, she shares with us how she uses Facebook Groups to do the heavy lifting for you. Follow This Link For Tina’s Facebook Group Playbook
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2022-10-2446 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsLife Reset 2.0 Featuring Tanya Van Rickley. Trigger Warning: Descriptions of SuicideIn This Episode
Trigger Warning: This episode contains descriptions of true events that include suicide. In today’s episode, we interview an agent that has seen it all. Aside from being an ironman athlete that won't let heart surgery stand in her way, Tanya is an agent that built up an incredible business before the crash, watched the crash take it all away and then rebuilt from the ashes. Tanya’s perspective on life, family, and business has driven her to become a John Maxwell Coach and start her own personal coaching business, Life Reset 2.0. Tune in today as w...
2022-10-1037 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsThriving with The Modern Real Estate AgentsIn This Episode
This week, listen in as we go over the highlights from our East Coast Mastermind with The Thrive Network. We hear from agents that have sold more houses in a year than some agents sell in their lifetimes. We also got into discussions about Wealth Building, Taxes, Lead Generation, AirBnb Investing, and doing your own Hard Money Lending. This was an incredible meeting of the minds, and we, personally, walked away with so much to implement in my own business. We’re in the business of making money, building wealth, and creating our own fr...
2022-10-0341 min
Podcast(H)erEP 65: Scaling Your Business With A Podcast Featuring Lizzy Phillips
When I stop and consider all the various ways you can scale your business, I am constantly amazed at how many options there are. Especially when you nail it down to one little fact of life: in order to scale, you must grow the size of your audience. Today's episode features my good friend Lizzy Phillips, co-host of The Modern Real Estate Agents Podcast (which drops a new episode every Monday). LIzzy and her husband Johnny are a husband/wife Realtor team in Flowery Branch, GA and hang their licenses with eXp Realty. Li...
2022-09-2928 min
Million Dollar BreakthroughEP 65: Scaling Your Business With A Podcast Featuring Lizzy Phillips When I stop and consider all the various ways you can scale your business, I am constantly amazed at how many options there are. Especially when you nail it down to one little fact of life: in order to scale, you must grow the size of your audience. Today's episode features my good friend Lizzy Phillips, co-host of The Modern Real Estate Agents Podcast (which drops a new episode every Monday). LIzzy and her husband Johnny are a husband/wife Realtor team in Flowery Branch, GA and hang their licenses with eXp Realty. Li...
2022-09-2927 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsHow to Prepare for 2023In This Episode
In today’s episode we take a hard look at what action you need to be taking now to prepare for a successful 2023. We take a 30,000 foot view of business as a whole thanks to some insight from Motley Fool Money Podcast. We are all in business to make money, but not many of us are true businesspeople. Join us today as we start reading the writing on the wall for businesses going into 2023 and what that means for you as a business owner. It’s been theorized that 30% of all Real Estate Agents will...
2022-09-1236 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsWait, We Have To Negotiate???In This Episode
In today’s episode we talk about something that many of you have probably never had to do before…negotiate. If you have been in the business two years or less, the market has been pretty easy. If you’re the listing agent, you put a house on the market and you sit back as the peasants fight over your prize. If you’ve been a buyer’s agent, you will literally do anything possible to get your offer noticed. Literally. Anything. Well, well, well, how the turn tables. But don’t go cry into your new...
2022-09-0637 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsWait, We Have To Negotiate???In This Episode
In today’s episode we talk about something that many of you have probably never had to do before…negotiate. If you have been in the business two years or less, the market has been pretty easy. If you’re the listing agent, you put a house on the market and you sit back as the peasants fight over your prize. If you’ve been a buyer’s agent, you will literally do anything possible to get your offer noticed. Literally. Anything. Well, well, well, how the turn tables. But don’t go cry into your new...
2022-09-0338 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsCrazy Clients and a Tinder SwindlerIn This Episode
In today’s episode we talk about some bizarre situations we have run into lately with clients. Johnny has been hitting the phones and bringing in a lot of clients. But with so many clients, we are bound to have some crazies come through the door. We have had clients that refuse to follow procedures and an unbelievable special guest, our very own Tinder Swindler. Listen in as we talk about these nutty clients and how we handled them.
On Today’s Episode
Johnny Phillips - Host - Owner of Th...
2022-08-2250 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsWhy We’ve Been MIA… Family Comes First.In This Episode
It's been a hot minute. We feel terrible that we have missed a week (maybe two?) of taping shows. But like the title says, Family Comes First. Today we dive into what's been going on and why we haven't been at the mics. Take a listen as we talk about how to balance family and real estate and how to balance your significant other and real estate.
On Today’s Episode
Johnny Phillips - Host - Owner of The Phillips Team Brokered by eXp
Lizzy Phillips - Hos...
2022-08-0840 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsFrequently Asked Questions: What Listeners Ask The MostIn This Episode
In today’s episode we answer the questions that we get the most from listeners. We cover: How to choose a brokerage, How do I find leads, Do I need to follow scripts, What legal steps do I need to take for my business, Should I find a niche, and Is the market crashing? Listen in as we have a candid conversation about each of these questions.
Key Ideas
(5:16) What Brokerage Should I Choose? Should I switch?
(12:45) How Do I Find Leads?
(21:54) Do I Need To...
2022-07-2541 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsObjection Handlers and How To Close The DealIn This Episode
In today’s episode we talk objection handlers. Objection Handlers are a big part of your scripting process that you need to be taking seriously. Over the eons of selling homes, real estate agents have identified the most common questions and push backs that sellers will jump to. The great minds real estate have found that these are the best answers to those questions and helping you direct your potential client to the close. Enjoy today’s episode and take time to internalize these answers. You want these to be natural for you and as e...
2022-07-1242 minThe Modern Real Estate Agents5 Changes You Need To Make Right NowIn This Episode
Welcome Back Listeners. Today we are addressing the 5 Things that you need to CHANGE immediately. The market is changing rapidly, and we are here to help you figure out how to get ahead of the curve. We took a hard look at the changes that we are going to make in our own business and want to share those things with you now. We are going to cover the changes you need to make in:
Your Scripts
Your Outreach
Your Image
Your Budget
Yourself
2022-07-0542 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsLive From eXp Shareholders Summit Featuring Jessica ChambersIn This Episode
Trigger Warning: If you don’t want to hear about eXp, this is not the episode for you. In today’s episode, we record live from a random hallway in the convention center and reflect on all the amazing tips, tricks, and paradigm shifting ideas that we heard at the conference. It really was the best conference we have ever been to. Not only did we hear amazing real estate advice, but we also learned why eXp is the fastest growing brokerage in the world. Yes, I said world. Zero Debt Company. We buy other comp...
2022-06-2829 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsHow To Work With Sellers In A Shifting MarketIn This Episode
The landscape of real estate is changing. The days of taking a listing Thursday and having it under contract with multiple offers by Friday appear to be fading. Being a skilled listing agent is going to become a must for your business to continue to thrive. Today we talk about what a shifting means for agents that focus on listings. How to prepare your clients, How to take the listing with high competition, and How to get your listings Under Contract and to the Closing Table.
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(1:52) Working W...
2022-06-2133 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsHow To Work With Buyers In A Shifting MarketIn This Episode
Welcome back. In today's episode we dive into how a shifting market is going to affect buyers in the real estate market. As an agent, you need to stay informed and on top of the data so your clients can make the best offers possible and purchase their dream homes. Listen in as we talk about what the market landscape is going to start looking like, how to educate your buyers, how to be prepared and how to GENERATE BUYER LEADS.
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(3:00) Literally Killing a Wasp In T...
2022-06-1338 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsHow To Prepare For A Shifting MarketIn This Episode
The boy who cried wolf is finally right. The market is starting to shift. Do you know the signs of a shifting market? Do you know how to strategize your business to continue being successful under different market conditions? Check out this series on how to prepare, retool, and kick ass during a shifting market.
Key Ideas
(1:06) Things are changing in the market
(3:00) What are the numbers
(5:39) Sound the alarm to your database
(6:55) Defining the markets
(7:58) Be the expert
(10:55) G...
2022-06-0632 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsThings That Suck In Real Estate: Systems & SchedulesIn This Episode
In today's episode, we wrap up our Things That Suck In Real Estate series with Systems and Schedules. After years of being in Real Estate and running our team, we have learned that as obnoxious and time consuming as systems and schedules may seem, they are the backbone of holding your business together. The market is shifting and just waiting on calls to come in for business is not a sustainable model. In this episode we talk about what systems you need to have in place to make your business efficient and effective as...
2022-05-3143 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsThings that Suck in Real Estate: Nothing in the PipelineIn today's episode Johnny & Lizzy get really candid about where they're at in their business right now. We openly discuss how to create some immediate business while maintaining your longterm lead generation at the same time.
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2022-05-2332 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsThings that suck in Real Estate - Nightmare Clients Featuring Jessica ChambersWe say it all the time: Real Estate is a customer service business. Like any cashier at Old Navy that's been accosted by a Karen will tell you, nightmare clients can come out of nowhere without warning. In today's episode we talk with agent Jessica Chambers on our team about some of our own nightmare clients. Join us as we talk about red flags that we should have seen from the start and how to avoid these nightmare clients in the future. We would love to hear about your nightmare clients too. Send us a DM on Instagram @themodernagents...
2022-05-1746 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsThings That Suck in Real Estate - Lead GenerationWelcome Back Listeners. This week we are talking about Lead Generation. It's hard, it's uncomfortable, and no one starts out good at it. To make matters worse, everyone has a different idea on how to do it. In this series, we are talking about the things that Suck in Real Estate. It's not all rainbows and unicorns, but mastering the hard stuff will make you the best in your market. Listen in as we talk about how we use Lead Generation to drive our business and why it's the most important thing you can do as a Real Estate...
2022-04-2542 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsHow to Turn Your Sphere of Influence into Real Estate Closings Featuring Joanne BoltSphere of Influence. Everyone has one, but do you know how to turn yours into leads and closings? Today's episode is a must listen for anyone wanting to maximize their Sphere of Influence as a source of business. Join us today with special guest, Joanne Bolt. Joanne is a top producer and at the top of her game when it comes to making technology work for her and building a Real Estate business on sphere and referrals. Listen in today as we dive into how to take the people around you and turn them into closings!
2022-04-1842 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsAre You Thinking About Leaving Your Real Estate Team?Is your team the right fit for you? Maybe you have outgrown your team or maybe the leadership just isn't a good fit. You're not alone, we all get frustrated with our teams at some point. Today we talk about when it's a good idea to leave your team and when it's not a good idea. Remember, before you jump out of the nest, make sure you can fly.
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2022-04-1236 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsSolo vs Team Agent | The Good, The Bad, and The UglyShould I work as a solo agent or do I join a team? This is the most common question we get from new agents. And the truth is, it's not always an easy answer. Where do you fall on the DISC? How big is your SOI? Are you a self starter or do you need someone to keep you motivated? These are all questions that can help you find the perfect fit for you. Listen in as we look at the advantages and disadvantages of both sides and help you navigate the murky waters without an agenda or trying...
2022-04-0437 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsSetting Up Your Real Estate BusinessIf being a Real Estate Agent is the same where you are as it is here, you are a 1099 Contractor. That means you are responsible for setting up your business, working your business, and all the behind the scenes work as well. In today's episode, we talk about all the things we wish we had known when setting up our business and tips and tricks we want to offer you as you set up your business. Listen in to hear our advice for how to set yourself up for success by setting up your business right the first time!
2022-03-2846 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsWork Life Balance as a Real Estate AgentJoin us today as we talk about how to keep everything balanced. We are all here because we want to be the best at Real Estate. We have to remember to keep ourselves energized by making time for ourselves too. Today we talk about how to stay on top in Real Estate and how to keep your personal life in perspective as well. Don't miss this episode. It's probably our most fun one yet.
2022-03-2140 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsWhy work with a preferred lender? Featuring Genna LottThere are a lot more people working behind the scenes of a transaction than a typical buyer or seller may think. One of the most important roles is the lender. And choosing the wrong lender can send your transaction into a tailspin or worse, tank the deal altogether. Today we interview Genna Lott from Supreme Lending. Genna is our team's preferred lender and for good reason. Listen in today as we explore why all lenders are not created equal and why you need to make sure to vet your lenders before committing to go to the closing table with...
2022-03-0750 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsWorking with Buyers in the Spring MarketIf you've been working with buyers recently, you probably have an idea of what the Hunger Games feels like. The market is challenging for buyers, but not impossible. Set expectations, be aggressive, and work hard. We share with you the tips and tricks we use to make our offers the most appealing and get contracts secured for our clients. Listen in today to hear how we are winning contracts for our buyers!
2022-02-2143 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsWorking with Sellers in the Spring MarketIn today's episode, we talk about the 6 steps we use to maximize our listings in the Spring Market. We go over Lead Generating, Pricing, Open Houses, Communication, Negotiations, and Maximizing your Advertising. If you want to have the most listings possible this Spring, don't miss this episode.
Don't miss out on our giveaway, tune into the beginning of the episode to find out how to enter! Lizzy's Instagram is @LizzyGracePhillips
2022-02-1538 minThe Modern Real Estate Agents5 Steps You Can Take Today to Kickstart Your BusinessIn this episode we cover 5 steps you can take right now to take your Real Estate business to the next level. These easy and free steps will help you generate more leads, take more listings, and make more money in your real estate business. These are the same steps we take each Spring to get ahead of the competition. Listen in to hear what these 5 steps are and how you can put them to work for you!
Be sure to listen in to get the details for our February Giveaway.
2022-02-0738 minThe Modern Real Estate Agents2022 Strategies for Success featuring Jesse OakleyToday's episode is one of our favorite yet!! Join us as we interview Jesse Oakley of The Oakley Group, a top producing agent in Washington, DC. Jesse shares some amazing advice for new agents, how the market has changed in large metro markets, and what to expect in 2022. Jesse goes through the numbers and breaks down exactly how he has become one of the top producing agents in Washington D.C. in such a short time. This is an episode you do not want to miss!
Giveaway ALERT! Listen to today's episode to find out how to...
2022-01-3150 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsExpectations vs. Reality of Becoming a Real Estate AgentIn today's episode we answer questions from several listeners of the podcast! We dive into what were our expectations of getting into real estate vs. the reality. Spoiler Alert: It's nothing like Selling Sunset. We also talk about how we schedule our day to stay productive. Be sure to listen to the very end....
2022-01-2452 minThe Modern Real Estate Agents2022 Predictions in Real EstateJoin us for today's episode about predictions for the 2022 real estate market. We cover interest rates, housing prices, agents in the industry and more... and even some things that Johnny & Lizzy disagree about!
2022-01-1744 minThe Modern Real Estate Agents2021 Real Estate RecapAfter taking a break through the holidays, we're back this year discussing everything that happened in real estate in 2021. Join us to hear some of the high and low points of the year and what changed! We discuss Zillow, interest rates, new agents and much more.
2022-01-1048 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsTime Blocking, Lead Generation & Goal Setting with Keely McNealJoin us for another interview episode with Keely McNeal on The Modern Real Estate Agents this week. Keely is a local Realtor in Georgia and has been crushing it being a new agent in the area. Find out how she grows her sphere of influence and what tools she uses to close deals. This candid conversation is SO helpful for new agents out there!
2021-12-1451 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsHow To Level Up Your Real Estate Business in 2022: Goal SettingIn this episode we discuss how setting goals can help you level up your business in 2022! We walk you through the process of setting a goal and how it has to be S.M.A.R.T. Find out the 5 steps to goal setting when you tune in to today's episode!
2021-12-0739 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsHow To Level Up Your Real Estate Business in 2022: Lead GenerationJoin us for this *candid* conversation with Johnny & Lizzy Phillips about how Lead Generation is one of the top tools to level up your business in 2022. We have a light hearted discussion on different methods of lead generation. Disclaimer: there may have been alcohol consumed during the recording of this podcast.
2021-11-3042 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsHow To Level Up Your Real Estate Business in 2022: Time BlockingIn this series, we break down the key steps to leveling up your business in 2022. 2021 was a great year for everyone, but we are committed to making 2022 even better. In today's episode, we breakdown step 1: Time Blocking.
Time Blocking is the first step to making next year even better than this year. Level up your business and be one of the top producing agents in your area. Check out How To Level Up Your Real Estate Business in 2022: Time Blocking to find out how.
2021-11-2241 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsMy First Year In Real Estate Featuring Rozzie TaylorOn this episode we sit down with Rozzie Taylor to talk about what her first year in Real Estate has looked like. We talk about what was helpful, what wasn't helpful, and what she's learned. Tune in to hear Rozzie's story and what has made her so successful in her first year in Real Estate.
2021-11-1546 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsSo You Want To Become A Real Estate Agent Pt. 2In today's episode, we finish our discussion on what qualities are important to becoming a successful real estate agent. We also discuss the most important first steps to take once you get your license. Considering dual career? We discuss the best way to get started while keeping one foot in your day job too! Get 35% Off Real Estate Express Online Course here: https://www.talkable.com/x/SFxWtr
2021-11-1241 minThe Modern Real Estate AgentsSo You Want To Become A Real Estate Agent Pt. 1Welcome back. This episode starts our two part series on So You Want To Become a Real Estate Agent. In this series we talk about what it takes to get the ball rolling. We talk about the process of starting at square 1 to becoming a licensed agent. We discuss some of the reasons to get into real estate and not to get into real estate along with what qualities are important for starting out. Tune in to So You To Become a Realtor Pt. 1 to find out more.
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2021-11-1045 minThe Modern Real Estate Agents1. Who Are The Modern Real Estate Agents?Join us for the first episode of The Modern Real Estate Agents Podcast where Johnny & Lizzy Phillips share their *unfiltered* story of how they got to where they are today! Listed to find out how they transitioned from other careers into Real Estate full-time. If you're looking for a younger voice in real estate, tune in weekly to this podcast.
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