In this episode of Realizations, Andrea chats with Jacopo Iasiello, a dynamic entrepreneur who’s made a mark in real estate, investing, and personal growth. Jacopo shares his powerful journey from Italy to the U.S., his entrepreneurial spirit, and how his book Healthy, Rich, and Happy offers a roadmap to achieving success through meditation, mindset, and real estate. Tune in to learn how Jacopo blends business and personal wellness, and why he believes the key to success is creating abundance in all areas of life.

🎙 Hosted by: Andrea Gordon

👤 Guest: Jacopo Iasiello – Real Estate Investor, Entrepreneur & Author

Jacopo Iasiello is a successful entrepreneur and real estate expert who has built a multi-million-dollar real estate empire from scratch. From creating a jewelry franchise in Italy to founding Miami Italy Int. Brokers Realty and LuXury & Wealth Group, Jacopo has used his expertise in both business and personal well-being to thrive in multiple industries.

As the author of Healthy, Rich, and Happy, Jacopo shares his MPBE Method, a proven approach to achieving success in both life and finance. His approach focuses on balancing business success with health and happiness, making him a valuable resource for entrepreneurs and investors.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

✔️ Jacopo’s personal story of overcoming challenges to find success in real estate

✔️ The impact of meditation and daily rituals on creating abundance

✔️ Practical strategies for real estate investing and flipping homes

✔️ Why self-awareness and positive thinking are key to business growth

✔️ How Jacopo’s book Healthy, Rich, and Happy helps readers improve their lives through actionable steps

✔️ The importance of giving back: Jacopo’s mission to support those in need through his book sales

✔️ How to find balance in your life by integrating personal wellness with entrepreneurial pursuits

✔️ Jacopo’s philosophy on using your mind, body, and energy to achieve your dreams

🎬 Watch now for actionable insights on transforming passion into lasting success and living a rich, fulfilled life on your own terms!

📇 Connect with Jacopo Iasiello

📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jacopoiasiello/

🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacopo-iasiello-50936244/

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/jacopoiasiellorealestate/

🌎 Website → https://www.jacopoiasiello.com/

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💎 Produced by Icons of Real Estate

In this episode of Realizations, host Andrea Gordon sits down with Rebecca Knaster, a seasoned real estate professional from New York City. With 28 years of experience, Rebecca shares insights into the unique challenges of practicing real estate in NYC, including the absence of an MLS and the rise of platforms like StreetEasy. They dive deep into the complexities of commission structures, the shifting landscape of real estate marketing, and the struggles that come with being a top agent in a competitive market. Listen in for a candid conversation about the reality of the industry, what it takes to succeed, and why integrity and hard work still rule the game.

🎙 Hosted by: Andrea Gordon

👤 Guest: Rebecca Knaster – Real Estate Agent at Compass

Rebecca Knaster is a Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker at Compass in NYC, with over 25 years in the industry. She consistently ranks among the top 1% of producers, earning Chairman's Elite status. Rebecca has worked with prestigious firms like The Corcoran Group, William Raveis, and Douglas Elliman, achieving multimillion-dollar sales and recognition as a top producer. Specializing in co-op and condo sales, she is known for her expertise in co-op board approvals, market positioning, and strategic sales.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

✔️ The challenges of selling real estate without an MLS in New York City

✔️ How StreetEasy has changed the real estate marketing landscape and created new complications

✔️ The impact of commission-based models on the real estate industry

✔️ The evolving role of technology in real estate sales and marketing

✔️ Rebecca’s personal journey into real estate after a career in fashion and advertising

✔️ The truth behind the high attrition rates in real estate and why many agents fail

✔️ The importance of working hard, staying consistent, and maintaining integrity in real estate

✔️ How to build a sustainable real estate career with referrals and repeat business

✔️ The differences in real estate practices between New York and California

✔️ Why young agents need to understand the work behind the "glamour" of real estate

✔️ Insights into how New York real estate transactions work, especially in co-ops and condos

✔️ Rebecca’s thoughts on Compass, its culture, and how it supports its agents

🎬 Watch now for a behind-the-scenes look at the real estate industry in New York City, including the unique hurdles and triumphs that come with being a long-time agent in one of the most competitive markets in the world.

📇 Connect with Rebecca Knaster

🌎 Website → https://www.compass.com/agents/rebecca-knaster/

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/RebeccaKnasterNYC/

📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/rebecca.knaster/

🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-knaster-ba929a239/

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In this episode of Realizations, host Andrea Gordon is joined by Dave Kimbrough, a seasoned real estate agent from Grand Junction, Colorado, and the creator of the Expectation Selling system. Dave shares his journey from pharmaceutical sales to real estate, highlighting the challenges of burnout and the importance of work-life balance in the industry. Discover how Dave's system helps real estate professionals set clear expectations, streamline their processes, and achieve success while maintaining a fulfilling personal life. If you're a realtor struggling with burnout, this episode is for you!

🎙 Hosted by: Andrea Gordon

👤 Guest: Dave Kimbrough – Founder of Expectation Selling

Dave Kimbrough is a top real estate professional and founder of The Kimbrough Team at RE/MAX 4000 in Grand Junction, Colorado. With over two decades of experience, he leads one of the area's most successful teams, helping hundreds of families buy and sell homes each year.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

✔️ How Dave transitioned from pharmaceutical sales to real estate

✔️ The challenges real estate agents face with work-life balance

✔️ The birth of Expectation Selling and how it helps agents achieve success without burnout

✔️ The importance of setting clear expectations with clients and being intentional with your time

✔️ How Dave’s system helped him scale his business and avoid the common traps of real estate

✔️ Tips on managing client communication to reduce stress and drama

✔️ Insights on the emotional and financial toll real estate can take on agents

✔️ The power of authenticity in business and the importance of genuine client relationships

✔️ How to prioritize work-life balance while still growing your business

✔️ Why being proactive in sales is more effective than reacting to client issues

🎬 Watch now for an inspiring conversation about balancing personal life with a thriving real estate career, and how you can take control of your time and business for greater success!

📇 Connect with Dave Kimbrough

🌎 Website → https://www.expectationselling.com/

🌎 Website → https://www.thekimbroughteam.com/

📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/thekimbroughteam/

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💎 Produced by Icons of Real Estate

In this episode of REalizations Podcast, host Andrea Gordon chats with Tabatha Petersen, Managing Director of Green Couch, a premier staging company in the Bay Area. Tabatha shares insights into the world of luxury home staging, from how they transform spaces to the importance of color, design trends, and the meticulous work that goes into every staging project. Learn why staging is essential for selling luxury properties and how it can influence buyer emotions and decision-making.

🎙 Hosted by: Andrea Gordon

👤 Guest: Tabatha Petersen – Managing Director at Green Couch

Tabatha Petersen is the Managing Director of Staging at Green Couch, a California-based company known for its innovative approach to event management, marketing campaigns, and staging for the real estate industry. With a rich background that includes leadership roles at The Tab Collective, Avenue 8, and Douglas Elliman Real Estate, Tabatha brings expertise in project management and multi-media marketing. She also holds a Women's Leadership Program Certificate from Yale School of Management. Tabatha's ability to combine creative staging with strategic marketing has made her a sought-after expert in the real estate industry.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

✔️ How Green Couch transforms spaces with creative staging

✔️ The importance of color and design in modern staging

✔️ Why luxury homes require a different staging approach

✔️ The logistics and challenges of staging large homes

✔️ The emotional connection created by staging and its impact on sales

✔️ Behind-the-scenes of Green Couch’s operations and design trends

✔️ Tips for agents on choosing the right staging for properties

✔️ How staging can help potential buyers visualize themselves in a home

🎬 Watch now to hear Tabatha’s expert advice on how staging can make a huge difference in selling homes faster and for higher prices, especially in the luxury market!

📇 Connect with Tabatha Petersen

🌎 Website → https://greencouch.com/

📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/greencouch_design/

🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/company/green-couch/

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💎 Produced by Icons of Real Estate

🚀 In this episode of Realizations, Andrea Gordon is joined by Mitch Ribak's, a seasoned real estate professional with 24 years of experience. Mitch shares his journey from being a broker owner to becoming a coach helping realtors and entrepreneurs reclaim their time and achieve work-life balance. He discusses his book The Big Lie, the importance of systems, and how realtors can build a business that works for them, not the other way around. If you’re ready to take control of your time and build a life you love, this episode is for you!

🎙 Hosted by: Andrea Gordon

👤 Guest: Mitch Ribak – Real Estate Coach & Author

Mitch Ribak is a real estate veteran, entrepreneur, and coach with over 20 years of success. He built and sold multiple businesses, including Tropical Realty, one of Florida’s top independent brokerages. Known for his innovative marketing and lead conversion strategies, Mitch helps agents and brokerages scale their businesses through proven techniques. His expertise continues to shape the industry and guide real estate professionals to success.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

✔️ How to build a business that provides freedom, not burnout

✔️ The importance of time-blocking and saying no to non-essential tasks

✔️ Why many entrepreneurs “own a crappy job” instead of a business

✔️ The key to creating a business that works for you, not the other way around

✔️ The impact of work-life balance on personal fulfillment

✔️ How Mitch's book The Big Lie helps realtors regain control of their time

✔️ The power of hiring the right team and setting clear boundaries

✔️ Mitch’s insights on efficient systems that lead to high productivity

🎬 Watch now to hear Mitch Ribak's's tips on how to work smarter, not harder, and create a balanced, fulfilling life as a real estate professional.

📇 Connect with Mitch Ribak

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/MitchRibakeXpRealty/

📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/mitchribak/

🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitch-ribak-8497531/

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🚀 In this episode of Realizations, host Andrea Gordon welcomes Pete Neubig, a real estate expert and the founder of Virtual Property Management Solutions. Pete shares his journey from managing properties to venturing into the virtual assistant space and explains how hiring virtual assistants can drastically improve efficiency and profitability in real estate. Pete also dives into the advantages of using virtual assistants, especially for realtors and property managers, and how his platform offers a unique and cost-effective solution.

🎙 Hosted by: Andrea Gordon

👤 Guest: Pete Neubig – Founder of Virtual Property Management Solutions

💡 What You’ll Learn:

✔️ How Pete’s real estate journey led him to launch a virtual assistant business

✔️ The benefits of using virtual assistants in property management and real estate

✔️ Why hiring globally can save costs while increasing efficiency

✔️ How Pete’s platform connects realtors with 40,000+ qualified virtual assistants

✔️ Tips for training virtual assistants and integrating them into your business

✔️ The importance of managing virtual assistants with clear metrics and KPIs

✔️ How virtual assistants can handle tasks like appointment setting, social media, and transaction coordination

✔️ Why taking the time to properly train virtual assistants can transform your business

🎬 Watch now to hear how Pete is helping real estate professionals become more profitable and efficient by leveraging virtual assistants in innovative ways!

📇 Connect with Pete Neubig

🌎 Website → https://www.vpmsolutions.com/

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pete.neubig.1/

📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/peteneubig/

🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-neubig/

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🚀 Ready to leverage LinkedIn for real estate success? In this episode, real estate expert Jarred Talmadge shares his insights from his book, The LinkedIn Real Estate Agent. Andrea Gordon hosts Jarred as they discuss how to build meaningful connections, generate leads, and make LinkedIn work for your business.

🎙 Hosted by: Andrea Gordon - DRE# 01233563

👤 Guest:

🏡 Jarred Talmadge – Real Estate Expert & Author of The LinkedIn Real Estate Agent

Jarred Talmadge is the author of The LinkedIn Real Estate Agent, a groundbreaking book recognized by Inman as the "best business book" of 2024 and a must-read for real estate professionals looking to stand out in the digital world. Jarred specializes in teaching agents how to maximize LinkedIn’s free tools to build lasting relationships, generate leads, and grow their business efficiently—without spending hours online. His strategies help real estate professionals bridge the gap between networking and real client conversion.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

✔️ How LinkedIn Can Revolutionize Your Real Estate Business

✔️ The Basics of Building a LinkedIn Profile that Ranks on Google

✔️ The Right Way to Connect and Build Relationships on LinkedIn

✔️ Effective LinkedIn Strategies for Lead Generation

✔️ Why LinkedIn is the Best Platform for Real Estate Professionals

✔️ Tips for Avoiding the Hard Sell and Focusing on Building Relationships

🎬 Watch now for actionable tips on how to grow your business through LinkedIn!

📇 Connect with Jarred Talmadge

🌎 Website → https://www.classeswithjarred.com/

🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/masterinstructor/

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🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreagordonrealestate/

💎 Produced by Icons of Real Estate

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In this episode of the Realizations Podcast, host Andrea Gordon interviews Rick Albert, a savvy real estate investor and developer based in Los Angeles. Rick shares his journey from foreclosure flips to house hacking, as well as his thoughts on investing in California and out-of-state markets. Tune in for insights on how to successfully navigate the real estate world, even in tough markets, and learn how to creatively increase your ROI.

🎙 Hosted by: Andrea Gordon

👤 Guest

🏡 Rick Albert – Real Estate Investor, Developer, and Podcast Host

Rick Albert is a top-producing Los Angeles Realtor, investor, and house hacking expert with over 300 real estate transactions under his belt. Featured in L.A. Times, Fox 11 News, The Real Deal, and BiggerPockets, Rick is known for his strategic approach to buying, selling, and investing in real estate. As a published case study in The House Hacking Strategy, he helps clients build wealth through smart real estate decisions. Ranked in the top 10% of agents in L.A., Rick specializes in luxury homes, investment properties, and creative financing strategies.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

✅ What house hacking is and how it can help you buy property with minimal down payment

✅ Rick’s approach to investing in both California and out-of-state properties

✅ How to navigate rent control and eviction laws to make profitable investments

✅ The importance of choosing the right tenants and how it can impact your ROI

✅ How creativity in real estate investing can provide steady returns

✅ Rick’s thoughts on California’s real estate market and why it’s challenging for investors

🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights!

📇 Connect with Rick Albert

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/RickBAlbert/

📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/rickbalbert/?hl=en

🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/rickbalbert/

🌎 Website → https://rickalbertonline.com/

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💎 Produced by Icons of Real Estate
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