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Closing TimeClosing Time Episode 97: Build It and They Will Come with Mathew AvrhamiThe Phoenix metro leads the nation in build-to-rent housing. But why? Local developer and investor Mathew Avrhami joins Nick to talk about the economics of building real estate in 2026, growing up in AZ, Arizona State campus life, and much more!
2026-03-1338 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 96: Hoops to Houses with Brandon SchneiderBrandon Schneider and Nick El-Tawil both hustled their way into the real estate business, and both have a love for the game of basketball. Listen as they discuss building their teams, training agents, generating leads, lessons from basketball that apply to real estate, and much more.
2026-03-0644 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 95: Order in the Court with Morgan Hawes & Deandre WrightSide Real Estate's first full-time Arizona partners, Deandre & Morgan, join Nick to talk everything about luxury in AZ!
2026-02-2740 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 94: Golden Infinity with Rebecca ChenArizona is an international destination in 2026, thanks in no small part to the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) coming to Phoenix. And Rebecca Chen is at the forefront of helping Asian homebuyers relocate to AZ! Join Nick for a conversation with Side Real Estate AZ's fluent Mandarin-speaking partner.
2026-02-2037 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 93: Hustle Harder with Alexa PerriAlexa Perri comes back for round two, and she's grown her business quite a bit since the first time! Alexa - who was not on social media for her business at all during her first visit - has since expanded into live sales via TikTok live. In her words, "it's like QVC for the social media audience!" Join Nick & Alexa for the full conversation!
2026-02-1333 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 92: Duty Calls with Joey BergandiIt's not every day that you see a guy in his early-30's running a real estate brokerage, let alone one that operates in two states! Joey Bergandi built Velocity Real Estate in San Diego, then expanded to Arizona with Desert Momentum Real Estate Collection. Join Nick & Joey as they discuss being young in an old industry, why everyone from AZ loves San Diego, meeting business partners on Call of Duty, and more!
2026-02-0643 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 91: Dial and Smile with Matt DerdivanisNick got into real estate grinding rentals and cold calling sellers. Matt Derdivanis is doing the same, and even managed to land a $5 million sale - the most expensive ever in 85020 - through a cold call. Join Nick and Matt for a conversation about their hustle!
2026-01-3027 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 90: Staged to Sell with Lou MaccaroneResidential real estate is a business dominated by women, where two out of every three agents are female. Home stagers are even more lopsided: 85% of stagers are women! Lou Maccarone and his company Staged to Sell buck that trend. Join Nick and Lou to for a conversation about all things staging and residential real estate!
2026-01-2324 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 89: Running a Team with Ryan RinaldoRyan Rinaldo has been in the restaurant industry his entire life. He bought Metropolis in 2013, one of the many restaurants in Scottsdale's Optima Camelview at the time. Today, Metropolis is the only restaurant left standing in Scottsdale's most iconic property. He joins Nick to talk his life story, how he runs his team, and much more!
2026-01-1625 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 88: Dating in Scottsdale with Derek Deardorff & Andrea MenhennetYou may know Derek Deardorff as the goofy real estate agent and developer who also happens to be the brains behind the Characters of Scottsdale. Instead of having yet another conversation about real estate, Derek decided to do something different for this episode. He brought Andrea Menhennet - expert in relationships, trauma and PTSD - to join Nick for a conversation about dating in Scottsdale!
2026-01-0944 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 87: Greg Roeberg for AZScottsdale resident Greg Roeberg is running for AZ state attorney general in 2026. He joins Nick to share his background and discuss his goals if he is elected. Particularly, how he can help incentivize more homes to get built in the state of Arizona!
2026-01-0229 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 86: Long Live Greg LimGreg Lim is a serial entrepreneur in the Phoenix and Scottsdale area with exits from many of the most notable startups from AZ, including Carvana. His latest venture was born out of a personal experience where his father was released early from a hospital to his own detriment - something that would have never happened if the doctors had real-time data of his health. Greg's new company aims to fix that. Join Nick & Greg for a conversation about Greg's new venture, the startup culture in Scottsdale, Arizona real estate, and much more!
2025-12-2628 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 85: Start-ups in Scottsdale with Ryan McCloskey and Amit KulkarniWhen you think tech start-ups, you might think San Francisco. Austin. Maybe even New York City. But Scottsdale?! Ryan and Amit are doing exactly that in a town historically dominated by real estate and healthcare. Join Nick and the founders of Codality for a conversation on all things start-ups in Scottsdale, AZ!
2025-12-1941 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 84: Style & Swag with Colton CrainIf you know Nick, then you know he likes his suit jackets jackets. Certain colors are hard to find in men's jackets, so when Nick found a pink jacket from Colton Crain and The Grotto Menswear, he had to jump on it. During the process, he learned a lot about the latest fashion trends from Colton, and also realized they had a lot in common. Two former musicians wearing suits every day?! Check out the full conversation here!
2025-12-1231 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 83: The Return of RochaAaron Rocha founded Multivestors Group at what might have been the worst possible time to buy multifamily real estate. But what might have been bad timing for many buyers turned into the opportunity of a lifetime for him and his new company, as they remained disciplined and did not buy properties that they knew they couldn't hold onto. Today, Multivestors Group manages 11 funds for commercial properties with more on the way. Join Nick & Aaron for round two and an update on the state of commercial real estate!
2025-12-0542 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 81: From Death to Success with Brett SecorWhat happens after you almost lose everything? You come back even stronger! Brett Secor joins Nick to discuss how he built his recruiting business in a hospital bed after nearly dying from internal injuries. The boys also touched on Scottsdale, real estate, and the social club at Empire!
2025-11-2232 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 80: Here's Johnny! SlobodaCrypto & blockchain. How could you integrate them with a physical asset like real estate? Well, for starters, blockchain could practically eliminate deed fraud, if only we could get the government on board! Johnny Sloboda joins Nick to discuss everything happening in the world of crypto, and much more!
2025-11-1435 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 79: Just Doing Our Job with Josh OteroJust in time for Veteran's Day: how about a podcast with a man who runs a charity for the men and women who serve our country? Josh Otero is the founder and CEO of Elanah.AI which provides veterans with mental health services 24/7. Join Nick and Josh for a conversation on all things Scottsdale and mental health!
2025-11-0736 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 78: Deep Thoughts with Mike DevinskyOn his first visit, Mike Devinsky of Scottsdale Investment Partners talked about his experience as a professional poker player and how that led him to his career as a real estate investor. This time around, Mike goes deep into parenthood, love, relationships, and of course, real estate. Join Nick and Mike for a round two!
2025-10-3133 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 77: Paradise Valley Time with Zac FaulkWhat do real estate, art, and watches/jewelry all have in common? They're physical assets! And Nick has always noticed similarities in the markets for these three goods, especially at higher price points. Zac Faulk of Paradise Valley Time joins Nick to talk all things luxury watches, from market trends, to his collecting style, his favorite Patek Philippe, and much more!
2025-10-2445 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 76: Logan Walton for AZLogan Walton is beginning his campaign to represent local district 8 in Arizona, which covers north Tempe, south Scottsdale, and parts of Mesa and Phoenix. He joins Nick for a discussion about his campaign's priorities, and also get to know him on a personal level. How many other politicians do you know who used to guard WNBA players in practice?
2025-10-1728 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 75: Construction Time with Bryan MorrisonWhen you're building a new home, you can't get a traditional mortgage from a bank. That's where Bryan Morrison comes in. Bryan specializes in construction financing. Based in Scottsdale, but licensed to issue loans all across the country, Bryan joins Nick to talk real estate development, construction, his nickname, and more!
2025-10-1027 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 74: Selling Scottsdale with Sara AndrewsEver wondered what it's like to sell brand new homes? Sara has done just that in her career working for local and national homebuilders! Join Sara and Nick for a conversation on all things Scottsdale and the differences between a resale broker compared to new home sales.
2025-10-0325 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 73: Media with Matilda McPheeMatilda McPhee started her career in Sydney, Australia handling marketing in the motorcycle industry. That's right: a woman who rides motorcycles! Then, she relocated to Scottsdale after the pandemic, where she transformed Merla Media into a hospitality brand that represents hotels (and much more). Join Nick El-Tawil and Matilda for a deep dive on marketing in Scottsdale!
2025-09-2627 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 72: The Hard Money Pod with Michael Iuculano30-year fixed mortgages are one of the greatest gifts we have in the United States. But what do you do when you can't get a traditional mortgage? That's where Michael Iuculano comes in! Mike specializes in hard money loans for builders, developers, flippers - and he also has creative financing options for homebuyers who might get looked over by a bank. Join Mike and Nick to learn about all things hard money!
2025-09-1925 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 71: Carrying Arizona with Mark CandelariaMark Candelaria is one of the most notable luxury architects in Arizona, with over 4,000 homes designed across the world, many of which are in Scottsdale and Paradise Valley. Nick was expecting a real estate conversation, but Mark surprised us all with comments on life, success, integrating business and personal, and much more. Join them & Mark's daughter Tiffany for the full conversation!
2025-09-1229 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 70: The Little Daisy Jerome with Brian GroomsBrian Grooms has owned and operated vacation properties in Arizona since 2016. But during the pandemic, he lucked into one of the most historic - if not THE most historic - properties in all of Arizona. Now called The Little Daisy in Jerome, AZ, the building was originally built in 1919 and overlooks all of northern AZ from the top of a mountain. Listen as he joins Nick El-Tawil to talk vacation rentals, his property, and much more!
2025-09-0532 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 69: Real Moms of Scottsdale with Steff the OptimomStephanie has been through the gauntlet with reality TV, from a dating show that was cancelled because of the pandemic to making it as an alternate on Survivor. She's also everyone's favorite mom at Optima Camelview in Scottsdale, Arizona. Some might even call her the Optimom. Listen as she joins Nick to share her experience on reality TV and more!
2025-08-2934 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 68: City Politics with Justin LaosJustin Laos is a 6th-generation Arizonan(!) who ran for Scottsdale City Council at just 29 years old. He joins Nick to share his insight on local politics from Tucson to Scottsdale and how relatively unknown local government officials can have a drastic impact on real estate development in each city.
2025-08-2247 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 67: Ballin' with Bahman Part 2Arizona is the 5th-most popular destination for international homebuyers in the United States. And of those international homebuyers, Canadians make up the majority. Bahman Hadji shares his experience emigrating to the U.S. from Canada, and also gives Nick an update on his business in the world of self-driving vehicles!
2025-08-1542 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 66: The Game of Business with George StaruchGeorge Staruch is a Scottsdale-based private equity fund manager who says that every business is the same: 0 to $2 million in revenue is finding what works. $2 to $5 million is taking what works and doing more of it. And $5+ million is just scaling! Listen as he joins Nick El-Tawil to talk about business, life, fostering adorable kittens, and much more.
2025-08-0855 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 65: Jiggy with Jentzen KanihoYou may know Jentzen Kaniho as the man behind the camera for Nick El-Tawil's content. But he just does that for the love of the game! Jentzen is an entrepreneur with a 7-figure exit who is also working on a new company called Systemize. Join Nick and Jentzen as they discuss everything about Systemize, failing until you succeed, and much more!
2025-08-0144 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 64: AI in Scottsdale with Seth GershbergAre you worried about AI coming to take your job? Agent Colony AI has a solution for that! Seth Gershberg founded a company that builds and trades AI agents who perform jobs that used to be done by humans. Buy one of those agents and you can earn their income as if you were doing the job yourself. Join Seth and Nick El-Tawil for a conversation about entrepreneurship in Scottsdale and all things AI.
2025-07-2540 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 63: Genuine in Scottsdale with Makeup Artist - Mary Beth YorkFrom LA to AZ! Mary Beth York is the go-to makeup artist for celebrities in Scottsdale, Arizona. Watch as she joins Nick El-Tawil for a discussion on being authentic in a city where pretending to be something you're not is more common than being real!
2025-07-1844 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 62: Concierge Service with Dr. ShivQuality, personalized service is how Nick El-Tawil strives to treat clients in his real estate practice. But it's not every day that you meet a doctor doing the same thing! Join Nick and Doctor Shiven Chaudhry of Scottsdale, AZ as they discuss concierge services in medicine and beyond.
2025-07-1140 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 61: London Pierce with Candice Quinn and Athena CostanzoSelling homes - especially luxury homes - takes more than just networking and advertising. Home design is key, too! Candice Quinn and Athena Costanzo of London Pierce Design in Scottsdale join Nick El-Tawil to discuss all things home design.
2025-07-0433 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 60: Selling Scottsdale with Kailey McCauley and Judi ScanlonNick sells homes, but Kailey McCauley and Judi Scanlon sell estates! When homeowners need to sell their belongings in Phoenix and Scottsdale, they call Kailey and Judi. Join Nick and the Griffin Estate Sales team for a conversation about selling your personal belongings quickly and ethically.
2025-06-2738 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 59: Ridin' with DeVonne RyterDeVonne Ryter had never before shared her experience as one of the original cast members of the reality show, Farmer Wants a Wife - until now! DeVonne joins Nick El-Tawil to talk reality TV and more.
2025-06-2028 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 58: Getting After It with Alexa PerriEveryone wants to start an online business and work from home. But how do you even get started? Scottsdale-based entrepreneur Alexa Perri answers that, and much more! Join Nick El-Tawil and Alexa to learn how she went from working at Forever 21 to selling clothes online to eventually selling her own cosmetic line.
2025-06-1355 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 57: Daily Dose of Delaney LawrenceWant to get better at social media? Delaney Lawrence is a Scottsdale-based influencer with a following of her own, but her specialty is helping local brands and solo entrepreneurs build their social media presence. Join Delaney and Nick El-Tawil for a conversation on all things social media!
2025-06-0733 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 56: What's Branding? with Brooke WattonBrooke Watton spent a decade as a real estate attorney, helping carve out regulations that still stand in the industry today. She became an agent right around the same time Nick El-Tawil moved home to Arizona, after his decade selling New York real estate. Join us to hear our perspectives on branding, marketing, how to get going in real estate, and much more!
2025-05-3042 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 55: The Art of the Deal with Laura MaddenLaura Madden is an artist based out of Phoenix, Arizona who specializes in modern abstract paintings and sculptures. As an independent artist, she handles all of the business and promotion herself, just like Nick does with real estate! She joins Nick to talk branding, marketing, signing with a gallery vs. staying independent, and of course - her art.
2025-05-2333 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 54: The Gentleman's Club of ScottsdaleThere is more than one way to skin a cat, and real estate is no exception! Nick El-Tawil, Josh Shaver, Casey Cutter, Derek Deardorff, and Derek Tschilar are 5 friends in the real estate business in Scottsdale, AZ. Each talks about their unique approach to the business, and much more.
2025-05-1651 minClosing TimeClosing Time Episode 53: Jarrett Nez from the RezThe most Arizona podcast of all time! Jarrett Nez, who was born and raised on the Navajo Reservation in Northern Arizona, joins Nick to talk about the many native tribes in the state.
2025-05-0925 min
Closing TimeBeverly Hills to Scottsdale with Bri StotereauBri Stotereau chipped her two front teeth when she was 10 years old. They were here adult teeth and she was afraid her smile was going to be ruined forever. But when the dentist was able to re-attach her teeth and fix her smile, she knew what she wanted to do with her life! Today, Bri owns S&C Dental, with two offices in Scottsdale and one in Beverly Hills. She joins Nick to discuss entrepreneurship in Scottsdale and much more!
2025-04-2633 minClosing TimeEp. 51 - Real Refrains with Reese RodriguezBack-to-back music pods! Reese Rodriguez is a DJ who plays private events around Scottsdale and Phoenix. He joins Nick to discuss the local music scene, business, AZ, and much more.
2025-04-1833 minClosing TimeEp. 50 - Look Out with Luka CooleyBefore real estate, Nick had musical aspirations, but he had to move away from AZ to chase them. That has changed in a big way in the past 15 years and now local artists can get a following outside of the major cities on the coast. Luka Cooley is helping local AZ artists do exactly that! Join Luka & Nick as they talk about music, life, business, and more.
2025-04-1134 minClosing Time49.. Fritz: Reloaded with Fritz JohnsonFritz Johnson has seen some big changes since he first came on Closing Time last year! He joins Nick for another conversation about real estate, social media marketing, family, Arizona, and much more.
2025-04-071h 00Closing Time48. Return of the Cutter with Casey CutterAZ's favorite lender returns for another round with Nick El-Tawil! This time, Casey Cutter dives deep into his personal journey investing in real estate over the last 20 years. Casey and Nick also share their thoughts on the future of the Arizona market, and much more.
2025-04-0447 minClosing Time47. Gettin' It in AZ with Michael GombertMichael Gombert is a Scottsdale entrepreneur with a marketing company, a solar company, and more. He joins Nick to discuss everything from AZ real estate, to how solar is transforming Arizona power, marketing, social media, and much more!
2025-03-2150 minClosing Time46. Bel Paese with Brian DeBenedictisBrian DeBenedictis is a doctor and watch collector who journeyed from Italy to New York to Scottsdale! He joins Nick to discuss his days on reality TV, his practice, favorite watches, and more.
2025-03-1434 minClosing Time45. H Town Down with Heather ShepherdNick's dad's family grew up in Houston while Nick was growing up in AZ. Making a connection between AZ and TX only seemed natural. Heather Shepherd, luxury real estate agent in Houston, joins Nick to complete the Houston to Scottsdale connection!
2025-03-0748 minClosing Time44. Tattoo Tension with Justin MercerNick was in Arizona in 2020 during the pandemic lockdowns when he noticed an ad for "The Tattooed Realtor" and thought, that's genius. Five years later, The Tattooed Realtor a/k/a Justin Mercer is killing it! Justin joins Nick for a deep dive into his journey into real estate.
2025-02-2849 minClosing Time43. Subtle Sales with Will Padilla @SellThatSaasWill Padilla sells software that helps match influencers with brands. And he loved it so much that he even became an influencer as @SellThatSaas on TikTok! Nick picks Will's brain on how to use social media for branding without being in-your-face about it.
2025-02-2143 minClosing Time42. Backyard Beers with Taylor DamlNick fell in love with real estate brokerage early on when he realized that anything can work, as long as you're consistent! Arizona agent Taylor Daml is the epitome of that, in no small part thanks to his weekly series where he drinks a beer in his backyard and talks real estate. Join Nick & Taylor as they re-create Backyard Beers in the studio!
2025-02-141h 12Closing Time41. What Makes Luxury? with Michael BanovacMichael Banovac is a real estate developer and broker with a family firm in Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Paradise Valley, Arizona. He joins Nick to talk about the intimate details of developing luxury homes on a Paradise Valley lot, how furniture can make or break a deal, dating, and more!
2025-02-0759 minClosing Time40. On Camera with Cameo HanlonCameo Hanlon landed her first big client, MIT Sloan (yes, that MIT) at 23 years old. Just a few years later, she runs 3 companies in Scottsdale, AZ. She joins Nick to talk marketing, entrepreneurship, basketball, and more!
2025-01-3147 minClosing Time39. Selling the Cure with Dr. GYou may have heard that "no one sells the cure because there's no money in it"... Dr. G of True Contour Medical hates that, and it's why he looks for the cure at his practice in Scottsdale! Dr. G joins Nick to discuss AZ, Texas, and all things regenerative medicine.
2025-01-2459 minClosing Time38. Just Real Estate with Jeff ArthurJeff Arthur, principal of CENTRL Office, joins Nick to talk about the rise of co-working, why WeWork failed, developing single-family homes, and all other things real estate!
2025-01-171h 06Closing Time37. Sweet Dee with Danielle O'DayDanielle O'Day is the mastermind behind TikTok's favorite bakery: Sweet Dee's in Old Town, Scottsdale. She joins Nick to discuss how she got her name, her appearance on Food Network, and more!
2025-01-1034 minClosing Time36. Branding Blow-up with Christine BertaciniChristine Bertacini has handled marketing and photography for real estate agents, hotels and short-term rentals, wellness brands, and much more. She joins Nick to discuss branding, her favorite small businesses around Scottsdale, and more!
2025-01-0350 minClosing Time35. Unique Cuisine with Dan HomaijaniDan Homaijani founded UNiQ Burger, one of Scottsdale's top-ranked vegan restaurants, during the pandemic. He joins Nick to discuss his struggles getting it open, the food industry, healthy eating in Scottsdale, and more!
2024-12-2735 minClosing Time34. How to Hustle with Ryan VelliquetteRyan Velliquette, luxury real estate photographer in AZ and FL for the past 10 years, recently left his firm to start his own studio. He joins Nick to discuss entrepreneurship, real estate, AZ, and more!
2024-12-2041 min
The Professionally Speaking PodcastEpisode 53: The Reality of Real Estate with Nick El-TawilDiscover Nick El-Tawil’s motivating journey from skeptic to savvy real estate broker in NYC and Scottsdale. Nick reveals the key to success in real estate—mastering interpersonal skills—and shares valuable advice for aspiring realtors, alongside his unique approach to client relationships and business excellence.
2024-12-1827 minClosing Time33. Reels, Real Estate, & More with Nikko Santo PietroNikko Pietro, an up-and-coming real estate broker from Los Angeles who has hit the ground running on social media, joins Nick to talk the new media, branding, the real esstate market in AZ vs. CA, and more!
2024-12-1336 minClosing Time32. Life, Love, & Lorenzo SierraLorenzo Sierra, former Arizona State Representative, joins Nick to talk about his new book, recovery from cancer, bringing film studios to the West Valley, the TSMC plant in Phoenix, and more!
2024-12-0636 minClosing Time31. Better Living with Dr. Russ BartelsDr. Bartels - founder of VitalityMD in Scottsdale, AZ - joins Nick to discuss health, wellness, happiness, and more!
2024-11-2945 minClosing Time30. A Moment with Kelsey MaidensKelsey Maidens, founder of her own home staging company here in AZ, speaks with Nick to talk staging homes, condos vs. houses, art, and more!
2024-11-2252 minClosing Time29. Betting Big on AZ with Steve JonesFresh off his 2nd place finish at the World Series of Poker, Steve Jones sits down with Nick to discuss AZ's poker scene, real estate, and more!
2024-11-1538 minClosing Time28. Deal Data with Mike DevinskyIn the toughest real estate market in nearly 15 years, Mike Devinsky is using a unique strategy to find his returns: rent-to-own! Learn more about how he structures his deals on this episode.
2024-11-0834 minClosing Time27. S Stands for Stone (and Short-Term Rentals) with Mike StoneMike Stone designs, builds, and manages short-term rentals (AirBNB, VRBO) for his clients in Scottsdale. Nick picks his brain about how they can work together to help clients achieve above-market returns using his strategies.
2024-11-0144 minClosing Time26. No Way HOA with Jonathan KingJonathan King, the president of one of Scottsdale's largest homeowner's associations, joins Nick El-Tawil to discuss the pros and cons of HOA's and their impact on homeownership!
2024-10-2545 minClosing Time25. The Two TawilsNick's dad, Mark El-Tawil, has been a healthcare professional in Arizona for over 20 years. He joins Nick to talk about the value of health insurance for independent contractors, including real estate agents!
2024-10-1831 minClosing Time24. Ballin' with BahmanBahman Hadji talks the evolution of self-driving cars - which is, in Nick's opinion, a game-changer for spread-out cities like Phoenix - Canada, real estate, and more!
2024-10-1151 minClosing Time23. Selling Scottsdale with Sela PoulosSela Poulos - the granddaughter of Riva Yares, Scottsdale's premier contemporary art dealer - joins Nick for a conversation about art, real estate, Scottsdale's history, and more!
2024-10-0432 minClosing Time22. Building Business with Brent ImbornoniBrent Imbornoni started selling prepared meals out of his Phoenix apartment in 2020 and turned it into $1M in sales. He joins Nick to talk about building his business, fitness, eating healthy, and more!
2024-09-2752 min
The SellthatSaaS Podcast22: How Nick El-Tawil Thrives in Real Estate SalesReady for insider knowledge on "Real Estate Secrets for Sales Success 🚀"? On this episode of the Sell That SAS podcast, I talk with Nick El-Tawil, a fourth-generation Arizonan and real estate pro making waves in the Scottsdale market. We discuss everything from his journey starting in New York City real estate to dominating the ultra-competitive Arizona scene. Nick breaks into key strategies for building a standout real estate career, navigating market shifts, and leveraging content creation on platforms like Instagram to drive leads.We also talk about Arizona's unique real estate trends, how buyers and sellers can win in tod...
2024-09-2536 minClosing Time21. Cars and Coffee with Raf ChelstowskiRaf joins Nick to talk about PHX Driven, his car club for supercar collectors in the Phoenix Valley, plus co-working and more!
2024-09-2028 minClosing Time20. Active in AZ with Stazz OneStazz, a/k/a Stazz One on the basketball court, joins Nick to talk about his media company AZWAYTOOACTIVE and how they're promoting local businesses & artists from Arizona!
2024-09-1337 minClosing Time19. Endurance Mindset with Max FisherMax Fisher, known as Commercial Real Estate Max on social media, is an industrial broker in Tucson who joins Nick to talk marketing, business, and persevering through adversity!
2024-09-0644 minClosing Time18. Visuals & Videos with Jentzen KanihoJentzen Kaniho, videographer and entrepreneur in Scottsdale, AZ, joins Nick to discuss video marketing for real estate!
2024-08-3026 minClosing Time17. Long Scottsdale with Lisa BorowskyLisa Borowsky, currently running for the non-partisan office of Mayor of Scottsdale, joins Nick to talk Scottsdale, her plans for the future, tourism, housing, and more!
2024-08-2334 minClosing Time16. The Future of Scottsdale with Mason GatesMason Gates, fresh off of a campaign for Scottsdale City Council, joins Nick to talk Scottsdale, real estate, and more!
2024-08-1641 minClosing Time15. Side of Things with Ed WuEd Wu - one of the co-founders of Side Real Estate, a unicorn with a multi-billion dollar valuation - joins Nick to talk about the real estate business!
2024-08-0932 minClosing Time14. No Messy with Missy!Ever heard of a professional organizer? I had no idea what that was, until I started working in real estate! No Mess with Messy helps homeowners - and also potential sellers - organize their personal belongings to make it picture perfect!
2024-08-0213 minClosing Time14. No Messy with Missy!Ever heard of a professional organizer? I had no idea what that was, until I started working in real estate! No Mess with Messy helps homeowners - and also potential sellers - organize their personal belongings to make it picture perfect!
2024-08-0215 minClosing Time13. Inspecting Gadgets with Charles DrownCharles Drown, owner of Arizona's Square One Home Inspections, sits down with Nick to talk home inspections and how they help homeowners!
2024-07-2634 minClosing Time12. Intentional Investing with Aleksey ChernobielskyAleksey Chernobielsky has been putting Phoenix real estate on the map with his real estate investmentor advisory services. Listen to learn his tips and tricks on finding out whether you should invest in a real estate deal!
2024-07-1917 minClosing Time11. Escrow with El-Tawil & Amy DoxSome states require attorneys for real estate deals. Arizona uses escrow officers. Amy Dox of WFG Title explains the differences and why your title & escrow matters!
2024-07-1229 minClosing Time10. Social Media Marketing with Fritz JohnsonFritz Johnson went from 0 followers to 400K on Instagram in less than a year, just by being himself. Listen to him discuss his tips & tricks with Nick El-Tawil!
2024-07-0545 minClosing Time9. El-Tawil & Elle Interiors with Athena Costanzo & Travis FellmethAthena Costanzo & Travis Fellmeth, both with Elle Interiors in Old Town, Scottsdale, explain interior design, speak on trends, renovation tips & tricks, and more.
2024-06-2838 minClosing Time8. Renovation & Design with Skyler SayreSkyler Sayre started his contracting business in Madison, Wisconsin before taking it to Scottsdale, AZ. Listen to his tips and tricks on renovating your home, current design trends, and more!
2024-06-2117 minClosing Time7. Luxury Home Trends with Brad JarrettBrad Jarrett got his start in real estate flipping foreclosures in Phoenix. Today, he focuses on luxury homes around the $2M price point. Listen as he sits down with Nick to discuss the AZ market!
2024-06-1423 minClosing Time6. Chicago to Scottsdale with Daniel PapinDaniel Papin, fellow real estate broker who came from Chicago, relates to Nick El-Tawil about coming from a dense city to the sunshine of Arizona.
2024-06-0731 minClosing Time5. House Hacking with the SFR Investor, Ben RiehleBen Riehle, known on social media as the SFR Investor, sits down with Nick to talk about his origin story, and to tell us where he's investing in 2024 and beyond.
2024-05-3121 minClosing Time4. Rent vs. Buy: Multi-family & More with Aaron RochaNick talks with Aaron Rocha, apartment syndicator at Multivestors Group, about the Arizona rental market and how it relates to buying a home.
2024-05-2322 minClosing Time3. Australia to Arizona: International Real Estate ExplainedNick discusses international real estate with guest Adrian Heyman, real estate broker in Syndey, Australia and Paradise Valley, Arizona. They touch on how real estate in the U.S. is different from other countries and why our system is generally better for consumers.
2024-05-1730 minClosing Time2. Mortgages & More with Casey CutterCasey Cutter, homegrown Arizona entrepreneur & mortgage lender, discusses lending and more.
2024-05-1026 minClosing Time1. Rick & Nick ReloadedRick's wife, Nikki, steps in for Rick after his unexpected passing.
2024-05-0321 minClosing TimeWelcome to Closing TimeHi, my name is Nick El-Tawil. I first picked up my real estate license while I was going to school in New York City. I ended up sticking with it, remaining there for nine years selling condo, co-ops, apartments, and townhouses in the most expensive real estate market in the country. I returned to my home state of Arizona, where I grew up and where my great-grandfather once developed homes.You can find my unique insights and interviews with locals here. Listen to Closing Time on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your shows.
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