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From Waterloo to the AlamođïžAll Roads Lead to Real Estate: Eric Perardiâs Unscripted JourneyWhat do Division 1 hockey, Hollywood scripts, and high-stakes development have in common? For Eric Perardi, theyâre all chapters in one extraordinary story. Join host Traci Turnquist-Wilson as she sits down with Eric Perardi, Director of Development & Commercial Services for Engel & Völkers, to explore the unconventional path that shaped his careerâand his vision for redefining real estate.Ericâs journey began with an engineering degree and the discipline of elite athletics, then took an unexpected detour through acting, writing, and producing in Los Angeles. Today, he brings that same creative grit to Engel & Völkers, where he...2025-07-1514 minFrom Waterloo to the Alamođïž From Waterloo to the Alamo: Building Hope with HomeAid Austinâs Lynne WilliamsIn this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, host Traci Turnquist Wilson sits down with Lynne Williams, Executive Director of HomeAid Austin, to explore how the organization is making a lasting impact on homelessness in Central Texas. Lynne shares HomeAidâs mission of providing safe, stable housing through strategic partnerships with local builders, service providers, and community leaders. They discuss the growing need for affordable housing, the power of collaboration, and the real-life success stories of individuals and families who have found hope through HomeAidâs efforts. Whether youâre in real estate, development, or simply passionate about giving...2025-02-1042 minFrom Waterloo to the AlamođïžShop Talk: From Corporate Deals to Dream Homes, Matt Tillâs Journey in San Antonio Real EstateIn this episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, we sit down with Matt Till, Global Real Estate Advisor with Engel & Völkers, and a proud native Texan with deep roots in San Antonio. Matt shares how his 20+ years in the corporate world as a buyer and wholesale salesman sharpened his skills in negotiation, market analysis, and customer serviceâskills that made his transition into real estate a seamless success over the past decade.Matt opens up about his passion for helping clients navigate lifeâs big transitions, offering a thoughtful, detail-oriented approach that puts their needs first...2025-02-0314 minFrom Waterloo to the AlamoShop Talk: From Waterloo to the Alamo â Libby Fish on Austinâs Transformation and Real Estate Insights!Join us for an insightful episode of From Waterloo to the Alamo, Shop Talk, as host Traci Turnquist-Wilson sits down with Libby Fish, Global Real Estate Advisor with Engel & Völkers and proud native Austinite. Together, they dive into what it was like growing up in Austin and reflect on the cityâs incredible transformation over the past 30+ years. Libby also shares her expert insights on buying and selling homes in the Greater Austin area, tips for breaking into the competitive real estate industry, and more! Whether you're an Austin enthusiast, a market insider, or someone dreaming of joining the...2024-12-1613 minFrom Waterloo to the Alamođïž From Waterloo to the Alamo: Mastering Social Media with Meilani ParksStep up your social media game with this weekâs episode featuring Meilani Parks, a renowned social media influencer with over 600,000 followers! Meilani dives deep into how social media can be a game-changer for industries like real estate. Discover how to attract leads, showcase properties, and build meaningful client connectionsâall through the power of digital platforms.đ Key Highlights:Proven techniques to grow your following and increase engagementAdapting to algorithm changes and trendsUsing social media to amplify your real estate business, from virtual tours to personalized brandingContent creation tips for showcas...2024-12-0239 minFrom Waterloo to the AlamoShop Talk: From $23 Million in Sales to Mentorship Mastery with Richard CaprioliWelcome to Shop Talk on From Waterloo to the Alamo! This episode features Richard Caprioli, Regional Sales Manager for Engel & Völkers and a seasoned Global Real Estate Advisor with a stellar career marked by over $23 million in sales. Richard shares his journey to becoming a top producer, revealing the strategies, dedication, and mindset it takes to reach this level of success in the competitive real estate market.But Richardâs expertise doesnât stop at personal achievement. He explains how his years of experience have seamlessly transitioned into his role as Sales Manager, where he mentors and e...2024-11-1814 minFrom Waterloo to the AlamoShop Talk: Discovering The Ranch at Waters EdgeâSteiner Ranch's Last Opportunity with Colton Turnquist & Brandy HarrisonIn this exciting Shop Talk episode, host Traci Turnquist-Wilson sits down with Luxury Real Estate Advisors Colton Turnquist and Brandy Harrison to dive into all things Steiner Ranch! Developed in the 1980s by the Steiner family, this established master-planned community offers an unrivaled lifestyle that embodies the true meaning of live, work, and play. With its close proximity to Lake Travis, expansive amenities, and a wide range of price points to suit all lifestyles, Steiner Ranch is the perfect place to call home.Brandy, a Steiner Ranch resident for the past 13 years, provides a personal perspective on...2024-10-0713 min
Agent Success PodcastWhat can Real Estate Advisors do for you as a newer agent?I was on a quick interview call with Dan Wood...We hired Dan to be our Dedicated online Coaching/Learning instructor for our agents. Every 2 weeks, his training consists of everything from how to create a free website to social media marketing.
We had a quick discussion about Real Estate Advisors, our Mentorship Program and how it benefits brand new agents and even newer agents looking to get their career into high gear.
If you're a brand new or newer agent looking to ensure you reach your Business goals without joining a Team...because we...2021-05-1908 minAgent Success PodcastIf you try to Sell like a Salesperson...and you'll be Treated Like One!I want to talk about skillsâŠespecially in this social media age.
I know thereâs a few agents crushing it on InstagramâŠgood for them!
HoweverâŠposting content alone will not yield you sales. Agents crushing it on Social, I can guarantee are not posting just listed or just sold listings alone.
This businessâŠsince the dawn of time and forever going forward requires special Skills.
There is no way around this. The skills Iâm taking about is the ability to take a person you donât know to someone who Kn...2020-01-3000 minAgent Success PodcastGet Motivated by Focusing on What you Want...not the Money!I was listening to a podcast the other day and the topic of motivation came up...I zoned out of what they were saying and thought about my seemingly 'lack of motivation' myself lately.Barely one week into 2020 and I'm finding it hard myself to keep motivated.Maybe it's the fact that for two weeks, it was all about family, food and very little work?Or because it's winter and like most people...staying in a warm bed feels a lot better than waking up. I have slept in an extra 15-20 minutes...2020-01-1000 minAgent Success PodcastPriming Your "Real Estate Sales" Environment to Succeed with Habits!Forming habits as I've mentioned in an earlier video...referring back to Atomic Habits and how I listened to it for the second time, I wanted to discuss one way that you can make it easier for you to develop a habit.Developing habits...good habits as a real estate agent can sky rocket your business.What are good examples of "Priming your Environment" and how can you use them in your business right now?Lead Generation:There are obviously many different ways to generate leads and I hope that you've...2020-01-1000 minAgent Success Podcast2020 Six Figure Boot Camp Sales Success!I'm introducing our version of a "boot camp" to help you grow your business to a Six Figure income in 2020.The Team Concept can be Tempting to struggling agents because they promise sales, commissions and stability.True, but at what price?You trade your time, your work, your effort so that the "team leader" receives all the glory, the fame and commissions...present and future commissions!I get it...you want/NEED business and money today. And you're willing to give up building your own personal brand in order to get paid...2020-01-1000 minAgent Success PodcastSystems as well as Goals will Guarantee Success!Many agents are focusing on how to make 2020 their BEST YEAR EVER!Goals are important, "why" you're setting goals in the first place should be your first step. Read more about that in my Agent Success pdf...Learn where to get a copy of it below.As I listened to Atomic Habits for the second time and reading the book the very first time...I wanted to share one Strategy that if you were to follow it, you won't let 2020 pass you by without hitting your ultimate sales goals.The Systems you create...2020-01-1000 minAgent Success PodcastHigh Commission Promise TrapBrokerages and some teams are trying to lure in agents with promises of high commissions or a certain amount of closed deals per month.
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There is no such thing as handouts in this business...it takes work, dedication and consistency.
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Pick your lead generation techniques...preferably 2 to 3 of them, one at a time and do the WORK.
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Simple...but not easy.
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They say that it takes 10,000 hours to become and "expert" in any given field of work.
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To get a copy of our pdf...Agent Success. How Any Agent Can Dominate in Any Market, send me an email at robert@reale...2020-01-1000 minAgent Success PodcastYour 2020 Business Plan!Have you planned out how you plan to DOMINATE in 2020?
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Back in mid-2018, I recorded a podcast to help newer agents on ideas on all the different prospecting techniques and some of the ideas can even help Busy agents looking for more time or get their life back.Â
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It's only 4 episodes or if you'd rather read, I wrote a booklet as well. If you want to pdf, click here for an instant download. Â
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Robert Caruso
Partner/Owner
Real Estate Advisors Inc., Brokerage
416-691-3000
robert@realestateadvisorsinc.com
4220 Steeles Ave W, C12
Vaughan, ON L4L 3S4
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P.S. Here are 3 ways I c...2020-01-1000 minAgent Success PodcastFastest Way to Real Estate Sales and Review of Lead Generation TechniquesEpisode #4 of the Agent Success Podcast is the final episode where we reveiw the Lead Generation Techniques. Plus we talk about what you can do right now if you want "Instant Sales"Â
Doesn't matter if you're a new agent or a seasoned agent, if you follow the steps we give you, you will have success.
Here's the Lead Generation Techinques we discuss in this episode:
Bus Stop or Bench Signs...or what are really Trash Can Signs these days
Billboards
Referrals
2018-09-1800 minAgent Success PodcastReal Estate Prospecting & Lead Generation, Plus Mentorship BenefitsIn Episode #3 of the Agent Success Podcast, we continue reveiwing all the Lead Generation & Prospecting techniques...plus we talk about our exclusive Mentorship Program we have at Real Estate Advisors and the difference between typical training programs offered by most brokerages.
The last thing you want to do as an agent is to become what I call a "Training Junkie" and constantly learn without Implementation. Mentorship is not just about teaching the how to, it's about being there every step of the way until an agent knows 100% what to do and how to do it.Â
W...2018-08-3000 minAgent Success PodcastReal Estate Prospecting & Lead Generation to Double or Triple Your SalesIn Episode #2 of the Real Estate Advisors Podcast, we dive into all the prospecting and lead generation techniques. Since there are many different techniques, this will continue over the next couple of episodes.Â
All the ways to prospect have never really changed over the years...however, what if you were to take some of them and put a twist to them or what call and upgrade to them?
We review the following in this episode:
Door Knocking
Cold Calling
Farming
Just Listed/Just Sold Post Cards
Websites
 2018-08-1900 minAgent Success PodcastHow to Double or Even Triple Your Real Estate SalesIn Episode #1 of the Agent Success Podcast...brought to you by Real Estate Advisors Inc. where it's our goal to help double or triple our agents income with our marketing strategies...
I'm Rob Caruso...one of the partners at Real Estate Advisors Inc. and it's my goal with this podcast to help you achieve your financial goals...wherever you are!
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In this episode, I introduce myself, the other 3 partners at Real Estate Advisors Inc. and our history.
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The real estate market has changed dramatically since 2017...it's mid-2018 and we went from what felt like 10 buyers  for every home to 1...2018-07-3000 min