The Titans of Real Estate
31 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsThe Titans of Real Estate The show that provides direct access to the real estate industry’s top movers and shakers as they share invaluable insight on how to best navigate and succeed in any market.
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Bjorn Farrugia: The Roger Federer of Luxury Real Estate
March 10, 2023 22:57 - 57 minutes - 78.5 MBYou're going to love our conversation with Bjorn Farrugia, an Australian native and former Tennis pro turned real estate rock star in Los Angeles California. Be sure to tune in as Bjorn Farrugia shares his incredible journey – from surviving New York City working in finance to driving cross country to find his place in real estate, it's an inspirational story of hard work, a competitive spirit, and persistence. Representing some of the biggest home sales ever on the Westside of Los Angeles,...
Branden & Rayni Williams: Redefining the Luxury Real Estate Landscape
January 26, 2023 23:28 - 1 hour - 86.2 MBYou do not want to miss this episode of Titans of Real Estate as we sit down with luxury real estate’s true power couple, Branden & Rayni Williams of Williams and Williams Estates Group. Prepare to get an inspired look into their storied career as we discuss the ins and outs of selling A-list celebrity homes, working with Rock Legend Lenny Kravitz to design their personal residence, and hear lots of "can't believe it's true" stories from their Hollywood movie worthy real estate career. Bran...
Billy Rose: Real Estate Visionary & Founder of The Agency
July 08, 2020 18:22 - 1 hour - 152 MBBilly Rose’s entrée to the real estate industry is as unique as it is inspiring. Charting an unusual path starting out practicing law to then becoming a motion picture agent which then led to property development and ultimately to his current gig as Founder/President of The Agency, Billy is a perfect blend of intellect and artist. He has represented some of the most famous names in Hollywood, both as a developer and agent, and continues to lead the steady and measured expansion at The Age...
Joyce Rey: Real Estate Royalty & A Class Act
March 24, 2020 01:25 - 50 minutes - 45.8 MBJoyce Rey has been called a lot of things in her illustrious career – “First Lady of Luxury Real Estate,” the “Grand Dame of Real Estate”, and the “Billionaire’s Broker,” just to name a few. After hearing her story, I’m sure you’ll agree – she’s truly a class act. Joyce has written the playbook on luxury real estate in Los Angeles and has been setting price records for over four decades. It’s a remarkable journey and one I’m sure you will enjoy.
Danny Brown: A Perfect Mix of Creativity, Business Intellect, and Conversationalist
March 16, 2020 18:43 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBFrom hitting 92 miles per hour fastballs in his college baseball days, having an early gig representing aspiring artists in the music industry, to becoming a top producer real estate agent – Danny Brown has done it all. With 20 years of experience selling real estate on the Westside under his belt, Danny brings a unique perspective and voice to the industry, launching his own podcast “The Deal with Danny Brown,” in 2019. Danny made headlines selling the famed Brady Bunch house and cont...
Aaron Kirman: A Legend in Real Estate
March 02, 2020 23:41 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBAaron Kirman may be the most connected man in the world—literally a phone call away from reaching any billionaire on the planet who has made a career selling some of the priciest homes around the globe. With a Rolodex that includes royalty and now the star of his own CNBC show Listing Impossible, we get a behind the scenes look into real estate mogul Aaron Kirman's entrepreneurial spirit. But beyond the fame & fortune, Aaron is a true working-class hero, coming from humble beginnings, takin...
James Harris: Star of Bravo’s “Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles”
February 18, 2020 23:40 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBJames Harris may be a well-known TV personality, but his path to stardom didn’t come easy. Struggling to find his place in the world as a youth growing up in London England, James got his start in real estate at just 16 years of age with a vision of creating a successful life and career. It was a great choice. After moving to Los Angeles, James adept marketing and business insight propelled him up the ranks in one of the most competitive and sophisticated real estate markets in the ent...
Ivan Estrada: From (almost) Teen Pop Stardom to Living his Real Estate Lifestyle Dream
February 11, 2020 01:50 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBIvan Estrada has taken the most unconventional paths to a career in real estate and had the wisdom to realize that every destination point in life is connected in some form or another. Leveraging his musical creativity, financial accounting & analytical talents and a keen sense of social media marketing, Ivan has quickly become a fast-rising star in LA real estate. Listen closely for some marketing pearls of wisdom.
Ivan Estrada: From the Edge of Teen Pop Stardom to Living his Real Estate Lifestyle Dream
February 11, 2020 01:50 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBIvan Estrada has taken the most unconventional paths to a career in real estate and had the wisdom to realize that every destination point in life is connected in some form or another. Leveraging his musical creativity, financial accounting & analytical talents and a keen sense of social media marketing, Ivan has quickly become a fast-rising star in LA real estate. Listen closely for some marketing pearls of wisdom.
Tim Smith: An Open Mind meets Curious Soul and Discovers Anything is Possible
January 28, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 69.1 MBDon’t miss this episode of DIGS INFLUENCERS where we sit down with real estate Rockstar Tim Smith. Hear Tim tell his story of how he nurtured his entrepreneurial spirit starting at the young age of 13 scalping NBA tickets, to selling pool service packages while learning the ropes in real estate, to eventually dominating the coastal Orange County market. Tim Smith is rewriting the book on what’s possible in real estate when you open your mind to greatness and remove the “thorn” that is holdi...
Carl Gambino: LA’s Celebrity A-List Real Estate Influencer
January 21, 2020 22:06 - 55 minutes - 51.3 MBCarl Gambino has taken the Los Angeles real estate market by storm, quickly moving up the ranks under the steady tutelage of Westside Estate Agency’s founder Kurt Rappaport. Immersed in the entertainment scene, Carl has networked his way to real estate stardom with fierce determination, work ethic, and a vision that anything is possible if you set your mind to it. It’s a case study on how to create opportunity for yourself in a very competitive market and we hope that you enjoy.
Sally Forster Jones: The $6 Billion Dollar Agent to the Stars
January 13, 2020 19:54 - 1 hour - 64.8 MBPrepare to get inspired in this special episode of DIGS Influencers as we hear the story of a living legend in the real estate industry – Sally Forster Jones. Sally’s journey began in Germany where her parents were Polish Holocaust survivors before immigrating to the United States at a young age. Her humble beginnings and work ethic are foundational to her purpose-driven life and her success in real estate is truly remarkable as she consistently sells over $300M per year as a top-ranked age...
Cindy Ambuehl: From Seinfeld to Fashion to Real Estate Superstar
November 15, 2019 00:18 - 1 hour - 132 MBBefore becoming a real estate superstar, Cindy Ambuehl was a successful actress, appearing on several well-known television series including JAG and Seinfeld, who then transitioned into fashion and later real estate. In this episode, you’ll learn that luxury comes in all shapes and sizes, listings generate more listings, neighbors sell neighborhoods, and much more. Join us in this very special episode of DIGS Influencers as we interview one of the most well-known and respected real estate a...
Stephen Haw: Martial Artist, Multilinguist and Record-setting Real Estate Broker
October 11, 2019 21:59 - 59 minutes - 110 MBWith a passion for golf, martial arts and the business of real estate, Stephen Haw has received every accolade and award in the industry. But what drives Stephen and makes him unique is his “human touch” approach to the business – it’s the thing that will never be displaced by the continued disruptive technology and automation happening in the industry. Join Stephen as he takes us on a journey that began in Taiwan, to earning a marketing degree at Oregon State University, and becoming a “rea...
Sandro Dazzan: Living, working and selling the dream in Malibu California
September 10, 2019 17:27 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBBorn and raised in Malibu California, Sandro Dazzan has earned his place as one of the very top performing real estate agents in the Country while representing A-List Malibu clientele and help make their real estate dreams come true. Cat lover, surfer, husband, father and Malibu lifer, Sandro epitomizes how hard work, focus, dedication, and market knowledge continue to drive his success. Sandro is a case study in how you build a remarkable and authentic real estate brand in a local community...
Sandro Dazzan: Living, Working and Selling the Dream in Malibu California
September 10, 2019 17:27 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBBorn and raised in Malibu California, Sandro Dazzan has earned his place as one of the very top performing real estate agents in the Country while representing A-List Malibu clientele and help make their real estate dreams come true. Cat lover, surfer, husband, father and Malibu lifer, Sandro epitomizes how hard work, focus, dedication, and market knowledge continue to drive his success. Sandro is a case study in how you build a remarkable and authentic real estate brand in a local community...
Bill Ruane: RE/MAX Superstar Outworks, Outplays and Profoundly Out-earns the Competition
August 30, 2019 17:24 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MBEl Segundo native, Bill Ruane, has done what few real estate agents have done before him – build a mega empire within one small community while balancing a unique mix of residential and commercial. Bill defines what happens when you blend hard work and passion as he has risen to the top of RE/MAX nationally, won every award there is to win, and continually ranking as one of the top agents in the nation. Learn Bill’s unique perspective on the market, tips on how to scale your business, and ho...
The Altamuras: First generation Italian from Hoboken, NJ creates real estate family dynasty in South Bay Los Angeles
August 19, 2019 17:20 - 1 hour - 68.6 MBListen to the story of John Altamura and his sons, Gio Altamura & Vince Altamura. With Manhattan Beach as their home base, we learn how they built a local real estate dynasty in the South Bay. From humble beginnings starting out in Hoboken New Jersey to becoming a local titan of real estate, the Altamura family epitomizes the American Dream. The trio continues to run a wildly successful real estate boutique brokerage based in Manhattan Beach and has worked hard to earn their status as one of...
Michael Edlen: Powerhouse Top 10 Coldwell Banker Agent Finds Success by Serving Others First
June 06, 2019 17:47 - 1 hour - 67.5 MBPrepare to get inspired and enlightened by our intimate conversation with Michael Edlen, who has built a stellar real estate career dedicated to serving others. Learn how Michael and the Edlen Team reach new heights year-after-year while averaging 4 real estate transactions per month since 1990 and have lifetime sales volume over $2 Billion. Michael is one of the real estate industry’s true independent thinkers and strategists – learn how he’s created success in every real estate market and ...
Mauricio Umansky: Agent to the stars Mauricio Umansky on selling the Playboy Mansion & landing the First $100M Deal in LA
June 06, 2019 15:54 - 1 hour - 28 MBDIGS Influencers welcomes a perennial Top 10 agent in the Country and Founder & CEO of The Agency Mauricio Umansky to the show. Discover how from an early age running a textile business with his father helped solidify his hunger and drive to become a true industry titan. You’ll learn how he represents celebrities like Prince, Michael Jackson, Michael Jordan, and others, how he founded and runs one of the disruptive and preeminent brokerages in the world—The Agency, to selling the first esta...
Neal Norman: Founder of Kauai Organic and Hawaii Naturals Turned Hawaii’s #1 Agent
June 06, 2019 15:50 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBDIGS hop on a call with real estate Rockstar Neal Norman in Kauai as we learn how he became the #1 real estate agent in the state of Hawaii with over $2 Billion in lifetime sales volume. In this episode, Neal tells us about his journey and how it’s important to create and turn your real estate business into a lifestyle and truly live the life you want. You’ll gain invaluable tips and advice on buying/selling real estate in Hawaii and learn why celebrities from the mainland continue to flock ...
Ruth, Raine & Wright: Breaking the Rules – Three Agents, Three Brokerages form Powerhouse Real Estate Team
June 06, 2019 15:44 - 1 hour - 57.3 MBDIGS Influencers sits down with the top agent trio —Ruth, Raine & Wright to discuss what it’s like to live and work in Palos Verdes California. You’ll get an inside look into the private and gated city of Rolling Hills, where 10-car garages, panoramic ocean views, and multi-million-dollar estates are par for the course and may still be a bargain buy. Listen as they share insider-only stories that you have to hear to believe, how they all got started in the business, discuss the largest parce...
Dan O’Connor: Born & Raised into the Real Estate Business – South Bay Local goes from $8/hour job to Selling $14 Million properties on the Strand
June 06, 2019 15:39 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBDIGS Influencers sits down with South Bay native and top agent Dan O’Connor as he shares his local upbringing and unique perspective on real estate and what it takes to become a top local agent. Dan O'Connor epitomizes that real estate is local—learning the business from the ground up from his mother, who enjoyed great success before passing the torch on to her son. Learn how Dan worked his way into being one of the biggest and most respected agents in the South Bay. Hope you enjoy and pleas...
Anthony Marguleas: How Leading a Purpose Driven Life is the True Definition of Success in Real Estate & Life
June 06, 2019 15:35 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MBAnthony Marguleas is a true real estate industry pioneer and one of the top agents in the Country year-after-year. Learn how Anthony reverse-engineered his real estate business, Amalfi Estates, into a leading charity by building into his model giving back at least 10% of all his commissions to charitable causes that change lives. Anthony offers his personal insight and intel on the real estate market, how he’s championing & challenging all brokerages to give back and how he re-branded a one-...
Alex Abad: Humble Beginnings to Real Estate Titan — A Case Study in Hard Work, Perseverance & Persistence
June 06, 2019 15:34 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBAlex defines the American Dream – immigrating from Argentina with little means to becoming a self-taught entrepreneur and today a real estate industry titan. You’ll learn how adversity and disadvantage gave Alex the inspiration to realize his dreams and give back to others. Learn how Alex became the “real estate mayor” of his hometown in El Segundo California and how taking one photo of a beach sunset changed his business forever. It’s a masterclass in branding and creating a legacy for your...
Alex Abad: Humble Beginnings to Real Estate Titan - a Case Study in Hard Work, Perseverance & Persistence
June 06, 2019 15:34 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBAlex defines the American Dream – immigrating from Argentina with little means to becoming a self-taught entrepreneur and today a real estate industry titan. You’ll learn how adversity and disadvantage gave Alex the inspiration to realize his dreams and give back to others. Learn how Alex became the “real estate mayor” of his hometown in El Segundo California and how taking one photo of a beach sunset changed his business forever. It’s a masterclass in branding and creating a legacy for you...
Alex Abad: Humble Beginnings to Real Estate Titan — A Case Study in Hard Work, Perseverance & Persistence
June 06, 2019 15:34 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBAlex defines the American Dream – immigrating from Argentina with little means to becoming a self-taught entrepreneur and today a real estate industry titan. You’ll learn how adversity and disadvantage gave Alex the inspiration to realize his dreams and give back to others. Learn how Alex became the “real estate mayor” of his hometown in El Segundo California and how taking one photo of a beach sunset changed his business forever. It’s a masterclass in branding and creating a legacy for your...
Ed Kaminsky: From Jewelry Salesman to Top 100 agent in the Country
June 06, 2019 15:31 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MBDIGS Influencers sits down with top 100 agent Ed Kaminsky as he provides tips on how to succeed in any market condition. Learn about Ed’s lifelong journey as an entrepreneur, first as a young kid selling stickers in Cleveland Ohio to eventually becoming a jewelry salesman, all of which helped shape his commitment to success. New real estate agents will discover Ed’s secret to success and how to trust the process and gain traction in your business in the first six months. Please share your th...
Anthony Marguelas: How Leading a Purpose Driven Life is the True Definition of Success in Real Estate & Life
June 06, 2019 13:35 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MBAnthony is a true real estate industry pioneer and one of the top agents in the Country year-after-year. Learn how Anthony reverse engineered his real estate business, Amalfi Estates, into a leading charity by building into his model giving back at least 10% of all his commissions to charitable causes that change lives. Anthony offers his personal insight and intel on the real estate market, how he’s championing & challenging all brokerages to give back and how he re-branded a one block radi...
Santiago Arana: The Real Estate Agent That Turned $120 into $2 Billion from Scratch - DIGS Influencers
April 19, 2019 20:01 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBDIGS Influencers sits down with talks with Santiago Arana on how he turned $120 in his pocket to $2 billion in real estate. You'll discover what sets him apart from the 5,000+ agents in Los Angeles, how he starts his morning routine, tips on how he generated $420 million in sales in 2017 and how you can too, on creating cutting edge spec properties, running one of the most preeminent brokerages in the luxury real estate market, representing many of the country’s most visible and high-end pro...
Santiago Arana: The Real Estate Agent That Turned $120 into $2 Billion from Scratch
April 19, 2019 20:01 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MBDIGS Influencers sits down with talks with Santiago Arana on how he turned $120 in his pocket to $2 billion in real estate. You'll discover what sets him apart from the 5,000+ agents in Los Angeles, how he starts his morning routine, tips on how he generated $420 million in sales in 2017 and how you can too, on creating cutting edge spec properties, running one of the most preeminent brokerages in the luxury real estate market, representing many of the country’s most visible and high-end pro...