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Real Life from NVAR

23 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratings

A podcast for Realtors featuring trending topics and stories impacting the real estate industry.

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Real Life #16: 5 Tips for Buying a House When Inflation is High With Julie Turner, MBH Settlement Group, and Blair Beander, EXP Realty

June 24, 2022 04:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MB

In this episode of Real Life, Julie Turner from MBH Settlement Group and Blair Beander talk about purchasing a home during times of high inflation. Listen and hear 5 great tips that will help to make the process easier and illuminate some misconceptions that people have about home buying.

Real Life: Top 5 Tips to Impress Clients at Closing

November 19, 2021 15:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MB

Follow along with the podcast by visiting MBH.com/5-tips to learn more! Real Life returns with our friends from MBH! In this episode, we are joined by Colleen Sweeney from MBH to share the Top 5 Tips to Impress Clients at Closing! Colleen shares some excellent insight into what agents need to make closings as smooth as possible and make their clients feel at ease. What kind of checklists do you need? How can you make the contract easy for your client to understand? The secret to answering ...

#15 Safety Month 2022 with the Technology Advisory Group

August 31, 2021 20:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB

Join the NVAR Technology Advisory Group (TAG) as they discuss safety tips, share stories and give informative advice on keeping your business safe. Thank you again to our guests Rob Cox Michele Brantley Mike Anastasia September is Realtor®  Safety Month. Learn more at NAR.Realtor® 

Real Life: Spotlight Series - Interstate Moving & Storage: Moving Tips with Sherry Skinner!

April 23, 2021 16:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

Sherry Skinner of Interstate Moving & Storage joins NVAR for episode #2 of our Spotlight Series! Hear Sherry's moving tips for your clients, what you can do as a Realtor to make the process smoother and why having a reliable moving company can be a valuable asset for your business. As always we also have some fun "real-life" stories of maybe what NOT to do too. Enjoy!

Real Life: CEO Series #1 - "If Your Dreams Don't Scare You, They're Not Big Enough"

March 19, 2021 15:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MB

Introducing the Real Life: CEO Series, featuring NVAR CEO Ryan McLaughlin! Join Ryan as he speaks with NVAR members, industry pros, and local and national leaders about topics and trends that matter to you and your business.  In our first episode, Ryan speaks with two NVAR members with incredible success stories in 2020, Jennifer Cook and Nikki Lagouros. Hear how they got started and what challenges they faced as well as what they see coming in the near future, post-Covid world.

Real Life: Spotlight Series - MBH "Stories from the Settlement Table"

February 26, 2021 18:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MB

Welcome to Season 2 of Real Life! In our first sponsored episode of 2021, we chat with Robert Pope of MBH. Robert gives a great rundown of the brand new MBH Agent Resource Hub on their website at MBH.com. Check it out!  We wrap up the episode with some funny and cautionary tales from the settlement table.  NVAR.com/RealLife MBH.com

#11 Reimagine Replay - Bob Goldberg, NAR CEO

November 03, 2020 15:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MB

In the second edition of Reimagine Replay, we recap the CEO-to-CEO Series featuring Bob Goldberg, CEO of the National Association of Realtors®  and NVAR CEO Ryan McLaughlin! Ryan and Bob talk about the state of the real estate market, enhancing Realtor member benefits and a national focus on digital and emerging technology. 

#10 Reimagine Replay - CEO Series with Steve Murray

October 27, 2020 13:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MB

In our first Reimagine Replay, we take a look at the CEO-to-CEO Series featuring Steve Murray, CEO of Real Trends. Steve and NVAR CEO Ryan McLaughlin discuss the state of the real estate market, how the pandemic has impacted brokerages, REAL Trends latest industry research findings, and how agents can position themselves to succeed in this new environment.

#9 Protecting Your Mental Health During COVID-19

June 05, 2020 20:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MB

As we move toward reopening and finding a sense of normalcy, take time to check on yourself, and protect your mental health.  In this episode of Real Life, we are joined by Marla Zometsky of the Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board to review resources, tools, and actions you can take today to improve your mental health. Marla shared her expertise in identifying feelings and symptoms, where to find help, and how.

#8 Guidance for Landlords and Tenants During COVID-19

April 28, 2020 20:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MB

During these unprecedented times, both landlords and tenants are facing new challenges.  This episode discusses some commonly asked questions to NVAR’s Legal Hotline related to property management during this time - especially pertaining to two new forms created by NVAR's Board of Directors. We’re joined by Matt Troiani, NVAR Vice President of Professional Development & Chief Counsel, and Daniel Harris, NVAR Staff Attorney.   

#8 Guidance for Landlords and Tenants During COVID-19

April 28, 2020 20:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MB

During these unprecedented times, both landlords and tenants are facing new challenges.  This episode discusses some commonly asked questions to NVAR’s Legal Hotline related to property management during this time - especially pertaining to two new forms created by NVAR's Board of Directors. We’re joined by Matt Troiani, NVAR Vice President of Professional Development & Chief Counsel, and Daniel Harris, NVAR Staff Attorney.   

#7 Spring Forward with SentriLock

March 20, 2020 14:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MB

In this episode, we are Springing Forward with Sentrilock! Joined by special guest and Owner of NextHome Reach, Rob Wittman and Associate Director of Professional Services at NVAR, Stevie Fisher. Steve learns what spring forward actually means while covering SentriLock best practices for buyer and seller agents, a summary of rule changes effective March 1, fun stories and much more!

#6 Transportation Takes Us Further

February 18, 2020 19:00 - 20 minutes - 14.1 MB

In this episode of Real Life, hear from T.J. Doyle, director of advocacy communications with the American Public Transportation Association and former director of executive & digital communications at the National Association of Realtors®, as he delves into the importance of public transportation and its close connection to real estate. NVAR has long considered transportation one of its top priorities and improving the regional transportation network as essential for quality of life and sus...

#5 As the VA Legislature Flips, Where Will Realtor® Issues Land?

January 07, 2020 18:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MB

Is health insurance important to you? Learn how the Realtor® Party advocates for issues such as association health plans and other key matters affecting your business. In this episode, hear from Mary Beth Coya, NVAR senior vice president of public and government affairs, and Kim McClellan, public policy director for the Fredericksburg Area Association of Realtors®, as they take us behind the scenes of the advocacy process and the 2020 legislative agenda.

As the VA Legislature Flips, Where Will Realtor® Issues Land?

January 07, 2020 18:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MB

Is health insurance important to you? Learn how the Realtor® Party advocates for issues such as association health plans and other key matters affecting your business. In this episode, hear from Mary Beth Coya, NVAR senior vice president of public and government affairs, and Kim McClellan, public policy director for the Fredericksburg Area Association of Realtors®, as they take us behind the scenes of the advocacy process and the 2020 legislative agenda.

#4 Holiday Tips, Traditions, and Strategies

December 10, 2019 17:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MB

2019 NVAR President Christine Richardson and Advon Group TTR Sotheby's International Associate Broker Genevieve Concannon joined the podcast to talk about their top tips for Realtors® during the holidays and share some fun family and client traditions.

Amazon HQ2 - One Year Later

November 12, 2019 21:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MB

We are pleased to be joined by the Economic Director of Prince William, Christina Winn, CEO of the Alexandria Economic Development Partnership, Stephanie Landrum, and President and CEO of the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority, Victor Hoskins. These three were instrumental in making Amazon HQ2 in Northern Virginia a reality. November 13 marks one year since the Amazon announcement and Christina, Stephanie and Victor share a few stories about how we got here, the impact on the reg...

#3 Amazon HQ2 - One Year Later

November 12, 2019 21:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MB

We are pleased to be joined by the Economic Director of Prince William, Christina Winn, CEO of the Alexandria Economic Development Partnership, Stephanie Landrum, and President and CEO of the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority, Victor Hoskins. These three were instrumental in making Amazon HQ2 in Northern Virginia a reality. November 13 marks one year since the Amazon announcement and Christina, Stephanie and Victor share a few stories about how we got here, the impact on the reg...

Real Life from NVAR - Episode 2: Collin Henderson, Master Your Mindset - Convention Preview

October 08, 2019 20:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

On this episode we spoke with one of our featured Convention speakers and author of Master Your Mindset, Collin Henderson! See Collin at the NVAR Convention & Trade Show on October 15!

#2 Collin Henderson, Master Your Mindset - Convention Preview

October 08, 2019 20:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MB

On this episode we spoke with one of our featured Convention speakers and author of Master Your Mindset, Collin Henderson! See Collin at the NVAR Convention & Trade Show on October 15!

#1 Realtor® Safety Month w/ Michelle Sagatov

September 06, 2019 19:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MB

Ever wondered when to call 911, or what to say if you’re in a scary situation? Tune in to the first episode of our very first podcast, Real Life, as we speak with Michelle Sagatov, a current Realtor and former Arlington Police officer in honor of Realtor Safety Month.  Perfect for your Friday drive home or when on the road this weekend, our new 30 minute podcast series will deliver interesting storytellers who share their insight on the industry and trending topics. 

Real Life from NVAR - Episode 1: Realtor® Safety Month w/ Michelle Sagatov

September 06, 2019 19:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MB

Ever wondered when to call 911, or what to say if you’re in a scary situation? Tune in to the first episode of our very first podcast, Real Life, as we speak with Michelle Sagatov, a current Realtor and former Arlington Police officer in honor of Realtor Safety Month.  Perfect for your Friday drive home or when on the road this weekend, our new 30 minute podcast series will deliver interesting storytellers who share their insight on the industry and trending topics. 

Real Life from NVAR - Episode 0

August 29, 2019 16:00 - 53 seconds - 655 KB

Welcome to Real Life! The brand new podcast from the Northern Virginia Association of Realtors. We hope to bring you interesting interviews each month featuring Realtors and industry pros that can share their knowledge on the region and business. Know someone with a story to share? Let us know at [email protected] Our first episode coming in September features Michelle Sagatov, a Realtor with Washington Fine Properties in Arlington. Michelle is a former Arlington police officer and shares...