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“I thought to myself, 'Man, just put this back in your memory bank, but you could do a lot better job.'"
“I thought to myself, 'Man, just put this back in your memory bank, but you could do a lot better job.'" Episode 252 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Mike Cossette, a 20-year real estate veteran and co-owner of RE/MAX Gateway in Austin, Texas. What started with a frustrating experience buying his first home quickly turned into a mission to do better—and ultimately led him to launch his own brokerage, flip properties, and build an 18-property investment portfolio.Mike shares how that early wake-up call shaped his client-first philosophy and how he now uses strategic investing and media marketing to create long-term freedom while raising four kids and running a lean, effective brokerage. 👉 Connect With Mike:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/askmikecossFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AskMikeCossYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AskMikeCoss
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Listen Now!1 week ago
“Those first couple months, I was so excited the day I passed and then the next day I'm like, 'So, what do I do?'"
“Those first couple months, I was so excited the day I passed and then the next day I'm like, 'So, what do I do?'" Episode 251 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Bailey Tarr, a fast-rising real estate agent with Sotheby’s International Realty in San Diego. After moving from Oregon during the pandemic, Bailey broke into the industry with no local sphere, building her business through strategic mentorship, personal branding, and a powerful social media presence. She shares her journey from serving coffee to closing luxury deals—along with the exact strategies that helped her build trust, get leads, and stand out in a competitive market. 👉 Connect With Bailey:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bailey.tarrTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@baileyktarrYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@baileytarr
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Listen Now!2 weeks ago
“How do you position yourself as an expert and an ambassador? And how do you get seen in a way that shows up?"
“How do you position yourself as an expert and an ambassador? And how do you get seen in a way that shows up?" Episode 250 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Ryan Smith, founder of Launch Your Farm and a leading educator in geographic farming for real estate agents. With 17 years of experience in the industry and nearly six years coaching agents nationwide, Ryan has helped thousands build profitable, hyperlocal businesses rooted in long-term strategy and meaningful community connections. He breaks down what most agents get wrong about farming—and how to fix it. From choosing the right neighborhood to measuring performance and building trust, Ryan offers a clear, repeatable system that agents at any level can follow. Learn More From Ryan and Launch Your Farm👇 https://launchyourfarm.com/https://localexpertacademy.com/https://localexpertlaunch.com/
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Listen Now!3 weeks ago
“The more closely you link yourself to what you're doing, like the real version of you, people are going to respond to that. They're going to receive it well."
“The more closely you link yourself to what you're doing, like the real version of you, people are going to respond to that. They're going to receive it well." Episode 249 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Shannan McWaters, the #1 agent on social media in Tennessee, 2024 Top Ranked Agent in the Memphis market, and co-owner of The Firm Memphis. Known for her unfiltered approach and unmatched energy, Shannan has built a standout brand by doing things her own way. She shares how breaking the mold helped her attract clients, dominate on social media, and revive listings other agents gave up on. Connect with Shannan👇 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannanmcwatersrealtor/Website: https://thefirmmemphis.com/
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Listen Now!1 month ago
“Have an objective that you have in mind for every day. Wake up with the plan. Do the hard stuff first. Whatever that is for you. Is it the phone calls? Is it the outreach?"
“Have an objective that you have in mind for every day. Wake up with the plan. Do the hard stuff first. Whatever that is for you. Is it the phone calls? Is it the outreach?" Episode 248 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Michael Abraham, Realtor, investor, architect, and co-founder of AMRE Group in Los Angeles. With a background in architecture and branding, Michael brings a fresh, design-focused and data-driven approach to real estate. He shares how his unique blend of skills helps clients build wealth through strategic investments, value-add projects, and authentic marketing. Connect with Michael👇 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelabraham.realtor/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michaelabraham.realtorWebsite: https://amre.group/
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Listen Now!1 month ago
“Consistency is the hardest thing for real estate agents. They're always putting out fires."
“Consistency is the hardest thing for real estate agents. They're always putting out fires." Episode 247 of The Smart Agents Podcast features Lindsay Dreyer—Broker/Owner of City Chic Real Estate and Founder of Happy Agent Co. With over $1B+ in sales and more than 100 agents coached, Lindsay is on a mission to help agents build businesses they actually love—and that starts with building a steady stream of referrals. In this episode, Lindsay reveals exactly how she created a business where leads come to her—not the other way around. From mastering client experience to staying top-of-mind after closing, she dives deep into the systems, habits, and communication strategies that make agents truly referable. Connect with Lindsay👇 Instagram: www.instagram.com/lindsay.dreyerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/happyagentco Happy Agent Co: www.happyagent.coIrresistibly Referrable Course: happyagent.co/real-estate-referralsReferrals on Repeat Waitlist: happyagent.co/referrals-on-repeat 🎧 Happy Agent Co. Podcast: https://happyagent.co/podcast
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