Growth Strategies in Real Estate: Expert Insights with Mike Bailey & Stella Guevara - EP 31
Join Josh Lavik as he sits down with Mike Bailey and Stella Guevara of eXp Realty on the Better Agent Podcast to discuss their success strategies in real estate. From Mike’s transition into real estate, cold calling days, and listing expired properties, to Stella’s approach to staging and vendor relationships, this episode is full of tips and real-world advice. Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale your real estate business, Mike and Stella’s stories and tips will give you actionable insights to boost your business.🎧 Host: Josh Lavik 🎙 Guests: Mike Bailey and Stella Guevara – Real Estate Agent at eXp RealtyMike Bailey & Stella Guevara — Mike & Stella are an award-winning real estate duo with over 30 years of combined experience, proudly serving South Central Wisconsin through eXp Realty. Ranked among the top 1% of Realtors nationwide, earning multiple “Top Agent” and Centurion awards. Mike brings a disciplined, coach-like approach from his background in athletics and education, while Stella offers a client-first mindset shaped by 17+ years as a small business owner. Together, they’re known for their honesty, responsiveness, and warm, family-oriented service that makes every client feel like part of their community.💡 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ The importance of persistence and follow-up in building a real estate business ✔️ How to leverage cold calling to get new listings ✔️ Tips for staging homes to sell faster ✔️ Building a vendor list to support your business growth ✔️ How to manage client expectations when discussing pricing ✔️ The role of referrals in growing your business🎙 Follow Mike Bailey & Stella Guevara:🌎 Website → https://www.mikeandstella.com/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-bailey-and-stella-guevara-1612bb2a/📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/mikeandstellaexp/🎙 Follow Josh Lavik:🌎 Website → https://www.joshlavik.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/joshlavikassoc📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jla_madison/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlavik🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/
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Scaling Up: How Alex Young Built a Thriving Real Estate Business - EP 30
Josh Lavik talks to Alex Young, a successful real estate agent from the Bow Tie Group, about his journey in the industry. Alex shares his personal milestones, lessons learned from struggles, and his approach to high performance and mental health in real estate. He emphasizes the importance of having a support system, a solid routine, and the role of coaching in long-term success.🎧 Hosted by: Josh Lavik 🎙 Guest: Alex Young - a successful real estate agent from the Bow Tie GroupAlex Young is a top-producing Realtor® with over 8 years of experience and over 300 closed transactions across Northeast Wisconsin. As a Green Bay native, Alex understands what it means to be Midwest nice in the world’s biggest small town. His purpose is to travel the world and learn from the best in the business, creating relationships that will allow him to do what he does best: serve others. Having lived both out of the state, and out of the country, Alex is excited to bring fresh perspective, service, and unending value to his clients, his community, and his industry. Outside of work, Alex is a loving husband to his wife of 10 years, Amanda and a proud dog dad to Sierra and Apollo. Key Takeaways: ✔️ How Alex transitioned from retail to real estate ✔️ Pivotal moments in Alex’s career that shaped his path ✔️ Tips for maintaining mental health and productivity in real estate ✔️ Why defining success is about more than just numbers ✔️ The importance of establishing a routine and having a support system ✔️ How coaching can unlock growth and performance💼 Connect with Alex Young:🌎 Website → http://www.thebowtiegroup.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/thebowtiegroup📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/alexyoungrealtor/🎙 Follow Josh Lavik:🌎 Website → https://www.joshlavik.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/joshlavikassoc📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jla_madison/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlavik🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/
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Scaling Real Estate Success: From House Hacking to Development with Keith Schulz - EP 29
In this episode of the Better Agent Podcast, Josh Lavik interviews Keith Schulz, the managing broker of Great Rock Realty, to explore Keith's evolution from real estate investor to full-time agent and broker. Keith opens up about house hacking, his first duplex investment, and how he scaled his business. The conversation takes a deeper dive into his real estate development project, Third Space Garages, which offers large storage units designed for vehicles and recreational equipment. Tune in to hear valuable insights on how to leverage investments, build a referral-based business, and navigate the challenges of development.🎧 Host: Josh Lavik 🎙 Guest: Keith Schulz – Managing Broker at Great Rock Realty and Real Estate InvestorKeith Schulz is the Managing Broker at Great Rock Realty, with over 15 years of real estate experience and more than 300 homes sold across Southern Wisconsin. A former engineer with a degree in Architectural Technology and a licensed home inspector, Keith brings unmatched technical insight to every transaction. He’s also committed to community impact—donating 10% of every commission to client-chosen charities.💡 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ How to start investing in real estate with duplexes and house hacking ✔️ Leveraging equity to scale your real estate business ✔️ Building a business with referrals and sphere of influence ✔️ Transitioning from engineering to real estate sales and investing ✔️ Developing unique projects like Third Space Garages ✔️ Partnering with a spouse to grow a successful business ✔️ Overcoming challenges and fluctuations in the market🎬 Listen to this episode for practical strategies on growing your real estate business, developing projects, and making smart investments.🎙 Follow Keith Schulz:🌎 Website → https://www.keithandkinsey.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/KeithandKinsey/📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/keithandkinseyrealestate/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/keithschulz/🎙 Follow Josh Lavik:🌎 Website → https://www.joshlavik.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/joshlavikassoc📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jla_madison/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlavik🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/
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Building Confidence and Success in Real Estate with Amy Miller - EP 28
Join Josh Lavik as he chats with Amy Miller, a successful realtor from the U Team, about her path to success in the real estate industry. From starting as an assistant to becoming a top agent, Amy shares her story, along with her tips for balancing work and health. They also dive into how Zillow reviews can help build credibility and generate leads, and how consistency plays a crucial role in a realtor's success. Whether you're new to the business or an experienced agent, this episode is packed with actionable insights.🎧 Hosted by: Josh Lavik 🎙 Guest: Amy Miller - a successful realtor with the U TeamAmy Miller is a dedicated real estate professional with Yoo Realty Group in the Greater Madison area. Amy has earned a 5.0-star rating from 39 reviews on Zillow with 147 successful sales. She is known for her market knowledge and negotiation skill. Known for her personalized approach and strong market knowledge, Amy is passionate about helping clients navigate the buying and selling process with confidence and clarity—ensuring a smooth, successful experience every step of the way💡 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ The importance of joining a team for new agents ✔️ Amy’s journey from assistant to top agent ✔️ How to balance self-care and success in real estate✔️ How Zillow reviews can help build your business ✔️ The role of consistency in achieving success in real estate ✔️ Managing time and expectations in a 24/7 career🎬 Listen to this episode for practical advice on succeeding in real estate while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.🎙 Follow Amy Miller:📘 Facebook → https://www.searchmidwesthomes.com/📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/amymillerclientcare🎙 Follow Josh Lavik:🌎 Website → https://www.joshlavik.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/joshlavikassoc📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jla_madison/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jlavik🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/
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Navigating Appraisals, New Construction, and Growth in Real Estate with Robin St. Clair - EP 27
Join Josh Lavik as he talks with Robin St. Clair, a talented real estate agent and appraiser, in this episode of The Better Agent Podcast. Robin discusses the differences between appraisals and market value, providing crucial insights into pricing properties accurately. They dive deep into challenges agents face in the industry and how Robin navigated her career growth, transitioning from appraiser to real estate agent. Learn how Robin works with builders on new construction projects and tips for getting started in this part of the business. Tune in for expert advice on growing your real estate business and overcoming obstacles in today’s market.🎧 Hosted by: Josh Lavik 🎙 Featuring: Robin St. Clair – Real Estate Agent & Appraiser in South-Central WisconsinRobin St. Clair – Robin is a seasoned real estate broker with EXIT Realty HGM, proudly serving clients in the Evansville and Janesville, Wisconsin region. A lifelong local with rural roots and a rock-solid work ethic, Robin has been helping buyers, sellers, and investors navigate the real estate landscape since 2012. She also runs her own appraisal firm, blending deep valuation knowledge with her passion for guiding people through major life transitions.💡 Key Takeaways: ✔️ Understanding the key differences between appraisals and market value ✔️ How to navigate and overcome challenges in real estate ✔️ The importance of working with builders and understanding new construction ✔️ Building and growing a successful real estate business ✔️ Insights into pricing and market analysis based on appraisal expertise ✔️ How to leverage your knowledge as an appraiser to gain a competitive edge in real estateConnect with Robin St. Clair:📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/RobinStClairEXITRealtyHGM📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/robinstclair.realestate🌐 Website → https://www.robin-realty.com/Follow Josh Lavik:📘 Facebook → Josh Lavik Real Estate📷 Instagram → @joshlavikrealestate🌐 Website → Josh Lavik Real Estate🔖 LIKE 👍, FOLLOW 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate → iconsofrealestate.com
Welcome to The Better Agent Podcast, hosted by Josh Lavik, a high achiever, dreamer, and dad of 3. Josh shares the strategies that took him from 5 to 50 transactions a year. Each episode features actionable tips for real estate agents to boost production, streamline operations, and improve client experiences. Josh also answers audience questions and offers insights from his exclusive 21-day challenge. Whether you're starting out or growing your business, The Better Agent Podcast will help you build a world-class career. Tune in today!
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