

Icons of Real Estate Podcast
Tomás Fonseca
Scale your real estate business with proven strategies from the world’s top producers. Icons of Real Estate delivers actionable insights for agents, brokers, and investors to grow their authority, expand their sphere of influence, and sell more houses. Stop guessing and start implementing real-world lead generation, marketing, and branding tactics used by the industry's most successful innovators.
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Dec 30, 2024 • 17min
Real Estate Insights: Passion and Freedom in Idaho with Lyssa Kopke - EP 505
👨💼With Special Guest: Lyssa Kopke
In this episode of the Icons of Real Estate podcast, we welcome Lyssa from Tomlinson's Solve the Bees International Realty. With decades of experience, Lyssa serves central and northern Idaho, along with eastern Washington, offering a client-focused and knowledgeable approach. She speaks about her journey into real estate, the unique characteristics of the markets she serves, and her dedication to matching clients with the right properties. Lyssa also provides valuable tips for new realtors, emphasizes the importance of networking, and shares advice for clients moving from out of state. Tune in for a wealth of insights from a seasoned real estate professional.
#RealEstateJourney #RealtorLife #ResidentialRealEstate #RealEstateTips #MarketKnowledge #RealEstateSuccess #WorkLifeBalance #RealEstateInsights #LocalMarketExpert #ContinualLearning #RealEstateChallenges #RelationshipFocused #RealEstateImpact #TeamBuilding #RealEstateAdvice
🗣️Notable Quotes:
“ being able to be self disciplined and self motivated. It will get it out there. Most definitely some valuable, valuable tips ”
💡 Learn more about podcasting
🌐 Icons of Real Estate
🎙 Apply to be a Guest Speaker
📻 Real Estate Podcast
🎥 Podcast Framework Video
🛠 Podcast Framework
📇Connecting with Lyssa Kopke
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lyssa.a.kopke/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyssa-kopke-1a3b282a
Website: http://lyssakopke.tomlinsonsothebysinternationalrealty.com/
🎙️Connecting with Ethan Thomas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/
Website: https://iconsofrealestate.com/

Dec 27, 2024 • 31min
Building a Real Estate Empire: Tips & Tactics! With Michelle Cooper - EP 504
👨💼With Special Guest: Michelle Cooper
In this episode of Icons of Real Estate, Ethan Thomas welcomes Michelle Cooper, a leading real estate professional renowned for her expertise and strong online presence on social media platforms like Facebook, Zillow, and Instagram. Michelle shares her journey into real estate, inspired by a poor buying experience, and how she transitioned into the industry after the housing market crash of 2008. They delve into her strategies for using social media to build her business, the importance of a supportive network in real estate transactions, and valuable advice for first-time homebuyers and sellers. Michelle also discusses market conditions, interest rates, and the necessity of a win-win mindset in real estate deals, providing a comprehensive perspective on thriving in today's competitive market.
#RealEstateJourney #RealtorLife #ResidentialRealEstate #RealEstateTips #MarketKnowledge #RealEstateSuccess #WorkLifeBalance #RealEstateInsights #LocalMarketExpert #ContinualLearning #RealEstateChallenges #RelationshipFocused #RealEstateImpact #TeamBuilding #RealEstateAdvice
🗣️Notable Quotes:
“ a real estate transaction should always be a win win between a buyer and seller. It's not a good real estate transaction if somebody is losing. ”
💡 Learn more about podcasting
🌐 Icons of Real Estate
🎙 Apply to be a Guest Speaker
📻 Real Estate Podcast
🎥 Podcast Framework Video
🛠 Podcast Framework
📇Connecting with Michelle Cooper
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/listingsbymichelle/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-cooper-a8927189
🎙️Connecting with Ethan Thomas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/
Website: https://iconsofrealestate.com/

Dec 26, 2024 • 28min
Real Estate Success: Nurturing Community Wealth! with Nadira Taylor - EP 503
👨💼With Special Guest: Nadira Taylor
In this episode of the ICONS Real Estate Podcast, host Kat Timpson interviews Nadira Taylor, founder of Diamond Mine Real Estate in Jamaica, New York. With over 19 years of experience, Nadira shares her journey from her early days in property management to running a multi-faceted business that includes a brokerage firm, property management, and construction services. The conversation delves into Nadira's mission to offer affordable housing, create job opportunities, and build generational wealth, specifically in underserved communities. She discusses her tech-driven approach to real estate, the importance of setting goals, and her innovative methods for training her agents. Nadira also reveals her process for managing client expectations and her vision for the future, including her ultimate goal of helping individuals and families transition from homelessness to homeownership.
#RealEstateJourney #RealtorLife #ResidentialRealEstate #RealEstateTips #MarketKnowledge #RealEstateSuccess #WorkLifeBalance #RealEstateInsights #LocalMarketExpert #ContinualLearning #RealEstateChallenges #RelationshipFocused #RealEstateImpact #TeamBuilding #RealEstateAdvice
🗣️Notable Quotes:
“ your end game will dictate how do you start and everything that goes in between. ”
💡 Learn more about podcasting
🌐 Icons of Real Estate
🎙 Apply to be a Guest Speaker
📻 Real Estate Podcast
🎥 Podcast Framework Video
🛠 Podcast Framework
📇Connecting with Nadira Taylor
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/only1nadirah/
LinkedIn: https://ec.linkedin.com/company/diamond-mine-real-estate
Website: https://www.diamondminere.com/
🎙️Connecting with Kat Timpson
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/
Website: https://iconsofrealestate.com/

Dec 23, 2024 • 27min
Real Estate Success: Innovating Systems! with Nia Tate - EP 502
👨💼With Special Guest: Nia Tate
In this episode of the Icons of Real Estate Podcast, host Ethan talks with Nia Tate, a trailblazer in the virtual real estate industry. Nia shares her remarkable journey from a challenging childhood in Philadelphia to becoming a successful real estate investor. She discusses her passionate commitment to helping others break free from the nine-to-five grind through real estate investing, emphasizing the importance of mindset, proven systems, and having the right team. Nia also highlights her mission to educate and empower individuals with disabilities and young people about wealth-building strategies. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on transforming adversity into achievement and building a legacy.
#RealEstateJourney #RealtorLife #ResidentialRealEstate #RealEstateTips #MarketKnowledge #RealEstateSuccess #WorkLifeBalance #RealEstateInsights #LocalMarketExpert #ContinualLearning #RealEstateChallenges #RelationshipFocused #RealEstateImpact #TeamBuilding #RealEstateAdvice
🗣️Notable Quotes:
“ You have to have the mindset that you have already accomplished every one of your dreams and that you're simply just walking into your destiny. ”
💡 Learn more about podcasting
🌐 Icons of Real Estate
🎙 Apply to be a Guest Speaker
📻 Real Estate Podcast
🎥 Podcast Framework Video
🛠 Podcast Framework
📇Connecting with Nia Tate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nia.tateball/
🎙️Connecting with Ethan Thomas
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/
Website: https://iconsofrealestate.com/

Dec 20, 2024 • 35min
Mastering Real Estate: Insights from an Expert! with Cynthia Tant - EP 501
👨💼With Special Guest: Cynthia Tant
In this episode of Icons of Real Estate Podcast, host Tabitha Kennedy welcomes Dr. Cynthia Tant, a seasoned real estate industry expert with over 30 years of investment experience and 20 years in retail sales. Dr. Tant, broker-owner of Gulf Coast Home Experts, Gulf Coast Real Estate Management, and Gulf Coast BNB Rentals, shares her journey from college professor to real estate powerhouse. The discussion covers her investment strategies, the keys to successful property management, and the shifts in the real estate market over the decades. Dr. Tant also offers valuable advice for aspiring real estate investors and her plans for the future. Tune in to gather insights from her extensive expertise and learn from her inspirational story.
#RealEstateJourney #RealtorLife #ResidentialRealEstate #RealEstateTips #MarketKnowledge #RealEstateSuccess #WorkLifeBalance #RealEstateInsights #LocalMarketExpert #ContinualLearning #RealEstateChallenges #RelationshipFocused #RealEstateImpact #TeamBuilding #RealEstateAdvice
🗣️Notable Quotes:
“ That's the one thing about real estate. You can talk real estate anywhere. You can sit at a bar, you can go to a restaurant, wherever you're at. ”
💡 Learn more about podcasting
🌐 Icons of Real Estate
🎙 Apply to be a Guest Speaker
📻 Real Estate Podcast
🎥 Podcast Framework Video
🛠 Podcast Framework
📇Connecting with Cynthia Tant
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cynthia.tant/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthiatant
Website: https://www.gulfcoasthomeexperts.com/Cynthia-Tant/
🎙️Connecting with Tabitha Kennedy
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/
Website: https://iconsofrealestate.com/

Dec 19, 2024 • 22min
Leaving a Legacy: Family in Real Estate! with April Carter - EP 500
👨💼With Special Guest: April Carter
In this episode of the Icons of Real Estate podcast, host Kat Timpson interviews April Carter, a seasoned real estate professional with over 16 years of experience, primarily in Atlanta, Georgia. April shares her journey from being a dissatisfied homebuyer to a passionate real estate agent focused on educating families about home ownership and building generational wealth. She discusses her transition from a career as a speech therapist to founding the Carter for Realty Group with her husband. April highlights her expertise in serving first-time homebuyers, veterans, investors, and sellers, and emphasizes the importance of consistency, client engagement, and leveraging social media for business growth. The discussion also touches on Atlanta's hidden opportunities for homebuyers, April's future goals in property development, and the significance of providing affordable housing.
#RealEstateJourney #RealtorLife #ResidentialRealEstate #RealEstateTips #MarketKnowledge #RealEstateSuccess #WorkLifeBalance #RealEstateInsights #LocalMarketExpert #ContinualLearning #RealEstateChallenges #RelationshipFocused #RealEstateImpact #TeamBuilding #RealEstateAdvice
🗣️Notable Quotes:
“ it's an amazing feeling when you're helping someone with one of the biggest decisions of their life. ”
💡 Learn more about podcasting
🌐 Icons of Real Estate
🎙 Apply to be a Guest Speaker
📻 Real Estate Podcast
🎥 Podcast Framework Video
🛠 Podcast Framework
📇Connecting with April Carter
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AprilSellsAtl/?_rdr
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laideeshanel/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/april-carter-realtor/
Website: https://aprilcarter.exprealty.com/
🎙️Connecting with Kat Timpson
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/
Website: https://iconsofrealestate.com/

Dec 18, 2024 • 55min
From Michigan to California: A Real Estate Journey! with Rebecca Sekulich - EP 499
👨💼With Special Guest: Rebecca Sekulich
In this episode of the Icons of Real Estate Podcast, host Kat Timson interviews Rebecca Sekulich, a prominent force in LA real estate known for her client dedication and innovative approaches. The conversation explores Rebecca's dynamic career, from her beginnings in Michigan to her 26-year tenure in California. Rebecca shares her fascinating journey into real estate, overcoming an initial reluctance to enter the field. She narrates how her background in filmmaking and cartography uniquely equipped her to excel in property development and client relations. Rebecca's approach of transforming properties on a budget has consistently yielded high returns for her clients, adding substantial value and even changing lives. She also discusses her venture into short and mid-term rental management aimed at maximizing rental incomes for property owners. Rebecca's story is not just about success in real estate but also about creating impactful and lasting relationships with clients, demonstrating the extensive effort real estate agents invest in their work. Join Kat and Rebecca as they delve into the intricacies of the real estate business, providing valuable insights for both new and seasoned agents.
#RealEstateJourney #RealtorLife #ResidentialRealEstate #RealEstateTips #MarketKnowledge #RealEstateSuccess #WorkLifeBalance #RealEstateInsights #LocalMarketExpert #ContinualLearning #RealEstateChallenges #RelationshipFocused #RealEstateImpact #TeamBuilding #realestateadvice
🗣️Notable Quotes:
“What I am committed to with my clients is providing them with a service that they don't want to do. They don't know how to do and that is done for them.”
💡 Learn more about podcasting
🌐 Icons of Real Estate
🎙 Apply to be a Guest Speaker
📻 Real Estate Podcast
🎥 Podcast Framework Video
🛠 Podcast Framework
📇Connecting with Rebecca Sekulich
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sekulichrebecca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/houseofsekulich/
Website: https://www.compass.com/concierge/rebecca-sekulich/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccasekulich/
🎙️Connecting with Icons of Real Estate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/
Website: https://iconsofrealestate.com/

Dec 17, 2024 • 18min
Empowering Investors: Strategies for Real Estate Success! with Cynthia Spirlin - EP 498
👨💼With Special Guest: Cynthia Spirlin
In this episode of the Icons of Real Estate podcast, host Karen Roberts introduces Cynthia Spirlin, a real estate expert with 20 years of experience. Cynthia shares her journey and inspiration behind helping aspiring investors, especially those with limited cash or poor credit, to achieve financial freedom through tax lien investing. She explains the basics of tax liens, and how to get started, and stresses the importance of mentorship and community. Cynthia also provides insights into the significant returns possible through strategic property investments. Listeners are encouraged to visit Cynthia’s website, investlikethegoddess.com, for additional resources and information.
#RealEstateJourney #RealtorLife #ResidentialRealEstate #RealEstateTips #MarketKnowledge #RealEstateSuccess #WorkLifeBalance #RealEstateInsights #LocalMarketExpert #ContinualLearning #RealEstateChallenges #RelationshipFocused #RealEstateImpact #TeamBuilding #RealEstateAdvice
🗣️Notable Quotes:
“ I would call it to invest like a goddess invests with confidence. ”
💡 Learn more about podcasting
🌐 Icons of Real Estate
🎙 Apply to be a Guest Speaker
📻 Real Estate Podcast
🎥 Podcast Framework Video
🛠 Podcast Framework
📇Connecting with Cynthia Spirlin
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MagnetizeYourIdealClients/
Website: https://www.cynthiaspirlin.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthia-s-838490183/
🎙️Connecting with Icons of Real Estate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/
Website: https://iconsofrealestate.com/

Dec 16, 2024 • 48min
Innovative Strategies in Luxury Real Estate! with Steven Presson - EP 497
👨💼With Special Guest: Steven Presson
In this episode of Icons of Real Estate, Stephen Presson, a top figure in ultra-luxury real estate in the U.S., shares his journey. With over $1 billion in sales in South Florida, Stephen discusses his unorthodox entry into real estate, his strategic marketing, and dedication to client service. He founded the Preston Group under the Corcoran Group, leading the largest ultra-luxury team. Stephen also emphasizes his commitment to philanthropy, sharing personal stories of resilience. Listeners gain insights into maintaining success and innovation in a highly competitive market while balancing philanthropic efforts.
#RealEstateJourney #RealtorLife #ResidentialRealEstate #RealEstateTips #MarketKnowledge #RealEstateSuccess #WorkLifeBalance #RealEstateInsights #LocalMarketExpert #ContinualLearning #RealEstateChallenges #RelationshipFocused #RealEstateImpact #TeamBuilding #RealEstateAdvice
🗣️Notable Quotes:
“ the key word, first of all, is consistency. You just can't say you're going to do one thing or do it short term or cut corners and doing it. It's consistency. ”
💡 Learn more about podcasting
🌐 Icons of Real Estate
🎙 Apply to be a Guest Speaker
📻 Real Estate Podcast
🎥 Podcast Framework Video
🛠 Podcast Framework
📇Connecting with Steven Presson
facebook: https://www.facebook.com/steven.presson
🎙️Connecting with Icons of Real Estate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/
Website: https://iconsofrealestate.com/

Dec 13, 2024 • 28min
Buying in Alabama: What You Need to Know! with Amanda Spears - EP 496
👨💼With Special Guest: Amanda Spears
In this episode of the Icons of Real Estate podcast, host Luis interviews Amanda Spears, a seasoned real estate agent from Gulf Shores, Alabama. Amanda shares her journey of completing 150 transactions in seven years, discusses the unique challenges and opportunities in the coastal Alabama market, and offers valuable advice for both buyers and sellers. She emphasizes the importance of staying updated with market trends, doing thorough research, and building a strong local presence. Amanda also talks about her future plans to engage more with the community and her commitment to raising industry standards.
#RealEstateJourney #RealtorLife #ResidentialRealEstate #RealEstateTips #MarketKnowledge #RealEstateSuccess #WorkLifeBalance #RealEstateInsights #LocalMarketExpert #ContinualLearning #RealEstateChallenges #RelationshipFocused #RealEstateImpact #TeamBuilding #RealEstateAdvice
🗣️Notable Quotes:
“ you are being a steward of someone else's time, money, and future. And so you have to treat it as such. ”
💡 Learn more about podcasting
🌐 Icons of Real Estate
🎙 Apply to be a Guest Speaker
📻 Real Estate Podcast
🎥 Podcast Framework Video
🛠 Podcast Framework
📇Connecting with Amanda Spears
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandaspearsrealtor?igsh=aTdpMzJzbDZlbmI2
Website: http://alabamgulfcoastlife.com/
🎙️Connecting with Icons of Real Estate
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IconsOfRealEstate
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iconsofrealestate/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/iconsofrealestate/
Website: https://iconsofrealestate.com/


