Leigh Brown: Crazy Shit In Real Estate Podcast

Podcast: Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate TM

A podcast that will shatter the HGTV-induced veneer of real state, and celebrate the challenges of working in this wild, wacky business.

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8May

Crazy Sh*t in Real Estate : Stacey Duvall

May 8, 2025

And wait until you hear about the buyer who refused to close until a dead squirrel was removed from the street.

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Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #191: Bill Madder

19Mar

Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #191: Bill Madder

March 19, 2020
27:59 MINS

Bill Madder, who has been in the real estate industry for over 40 years, never thought he’d be the one giving his dog fleas. Now, instead of hosting fleas, Bill has lessons from a diverse background in real estate – and is excited to share and continue contributing positively to the industry. Bill put in the work and knows the value of a quality sphere of influence, necessary change, strong leadership, and compassion. Listen in to learn what Bill did in response to a budget-cut solution - and hear about the time his association president was asked how he liked to be spooned.

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Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #190: Minesh Bhindi

12Mar

Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #190: Minesh Bhindi

March 12, 2020
20:05 MINS

Have you ever had a lightbulb moment where you realized that the time and effort you were putting towards something just wasn’t worth it? Minesh Bhindi, a wealth manager, investor, speaker, and CEO of Perfect Portfolio did - and all it took was an unwanted call in the middle of the night to change a lightbulb. Now, he dedicates himself to coaching and mentoring others who want to experience more freedom in their lives and invest safely – but with maximum returns. He knows that investing can be risky, especially if you don’t know what you’re doing and don’t have good mentors in your corner. Listen in to learn some investment advice from a pro and hear how he balances his investment portfolio.

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Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #189: Brad Fricke

5Mar

Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #189: Brad Fricke

March 5, 2020
24:38 MINS

Threats from a U.S. Marshal? Just another day in real estate! Brad Fricke, an Omaha REALTOR® of 17 years, shares the story of when he was threatened by a U.S. Marshal - and gypped out of a bulletproof vest. Listen in to learn why Brad actually did the right thing when “Tom” called - and discover what the best REALTORS® do to represent their community and protect their clients.

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Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #188: Brandon Martens

27Feb

Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #188: Brandon Martens

February 27, 2020
21:01 MINS

Have you ever just felt like something was...off? Brandon Martens, a REALTOR® of 14 years in Sioux Falls, SD has - and follows his intuition accordingly. He shares the crazy story of showing a home to a couple that had been married three times - to each other - and what he did when something just didn’t feel right. He learned the power of his intuition that day, and now teaches his team and his clients the importance of having safety protocols in place. Listen in to hear the ways Brandon keeps the people he cares about safe - and learn why it’s so important to get educated and involved in politics today.

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Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #187: Shaun R. Pinkston

20Feb

Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #187: Shaun R. Pinkston

February 20, 2020
22:50 MINS

“You gotta show them how to do it!” Shaun R. Pinkston, a real estate agent & REALTOR® in Chicago, IL, shares how she shows Millennials - not just teaches them - how to make sound investments in real estate. She’s driven by her motivation to never let any of her clients deal with the negative experience she did when buying her first home and, as a result, is a powerful fiduciary for her clients and students. Listen in to hear why Shaun is #theoldestmillennialrealtor

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Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #186: Melissa Lynn Hunt

13Feb

Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #186: Melissa Lynn Hunt

February 13, 2020
30:51 MINS

Have you been caught with a red Solo cup? Melissa Lynn Hunt, a photographer and incredible mentor changing the lives of teens in Concord, NC, shares some life skills she teaches her students - including social media etiquette and self-defense, to name a few. She’s deeply aware of her purpose and is propelled by the understanding that business should be done through service, not just by transaction. Listen in to learn the top four things Melissa looks for in an agent - and learn a few things you can do to deepen personal and business relationships in your own life.

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Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #185: Maribeth McCauley Lynch

6Feb

Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #185: Maribeth McCauley Lynch

February 6, 2020
22:17 MINS

Ready to get inspired? Maribeth McCauley Lynch, the broker-owner of THRIVE Real Estate in Shrewsbury, MA, has got a story for you that’ll keep you saying, “What are the chances?”. From going to a conference in NYC to reconnecting with a woman she briefly met at a Starbucks there, Maribeth’s story highlights the importance of community, connecting with others, and maintaining relationships. You never know who you may run into, or who may need help down the road – which is why it’s so important to put yourself out there. Listen in to learn what was so crazy about Maribeth’s story - and hear what she has to say about continuing your education, building your own brand, and what’s possible when you collaborate.

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Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #184: Erin Bradley

30Jan

Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #184: Erin Bradley

January 30, 2020
19:16 MINS

Do you ever find yourself thinking, “Wouldn’t it be cool if...” – just to shut your dreams right back off again? Erin Bradley, the founder of Pursuing Freedom, decided to keep her dreams top-of-mind and pursue her freedom. She hit rock-bottom and pulled herself right back up again by learning how to leverage passive income from real estate investing. She now has a podcast, blog, book, and online course to teach others how to do the same. Listen in to hear how Erin did it and learn what she does to get past life’s inevitable hurdles. 

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Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #183: Sean Carpenter

23Jan

Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #183: Sean Carpenter

January 23, 2020
19:22 MINS

There’s nothing like starting the morning off right with beer, cigarettes, and an episode (or ten) of Jerry Springer! Sean Carpenter, a speaker, educator, trainer, and REALTOR® of 21 years never knew the winning morning routine – until he had his very first transaction. He kept his cool (and his sense of humor) throughout the tour and knew it was right to be respectful and courteous despite the oddities he encountered around the house. Sean lives by the motto that real estate should be about building relationships, solving problems, and having fun – which is exactly what he’s done. Listen in to learn the value of communication and why a relationship is worth much more than a commission check.

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Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #182: Ron Schurr

16Jan

Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #182: Ron Schurr

January 16, 2020
20:08 MINS

Is your open house sign-in sheet information safe? Ron Schurr, a software guy turned REALTOR®, saw that it definitely wasn’t – especially when written down with pen and paper. He learned that traditional sign-in sheets risked being captured by rogue agents and technologically captured lists risked information being shared and profiled without the consent of the consumer. Ron saw that the real estate industry desperately needed a solution to sketchy sign-in sheets so he created it! Listen in to learn about OHGuests and why it’s critical to ask where all that personal information is going. 

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Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #181: Marilyn Richardson

9Jan

Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #181: Marilyn Richardson

January 9, 2020
20:54 MINS

Today, I’d like to introduce you to the longest-surviving mortgage person I’ve ever met! Marilyn Richardson has been in the mortgage industry for 52, yes, 5-2 years! She became the first female partner of Mason-McDuffie in 1979 – and she did it despite the resistance she received from many people at the time. Marilyn was never afraid to ask for what she wanted, work hard, and seek mentorship from the best– and she recommends the same to anyone wanting to up-level their life. Listen in to learn how Marilyn lasted and what she does every day to stay sane.

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Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #180: Luisa Deason

2Jan

Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #180: Luisa Deason

January 2, 2020
17:03 MINS

Do you – or your clients – need credit restoration? Luisa Deason, the owner and operator of Deason Consulting Services, helps people restore their credit so they can move forward, especially when it comes to buying a home. Luisa’s team of lawyers work hard to leverage the Fair Credit Reporting Act on behalf of their clients to eliminate wrong or negative reports – and they do it affordably. Listen in to find out how and learn her top tips for building and maintaining good credit starting today.

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Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #179: Dylan Dworsky

26Dec

Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #179: Dylan Dworsky

December 26, 2019
16:41 MINS

When it comes to real estate, Dylan Dworsky made like Frank Sinatra and did it his way! Dylan is a young and ambitious REALTOR® in Newark, DE who decided against knocking on doors and paper flyers and instead chose to market online. Now, he’s getting in front of his ideal client and getting the opportunity to match them with their perfect home. Listen in to find out what Dylan’s doing, how he’s doing it, and what sets him apart from the rest. 

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Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #178: Matt Ivey

19Dec

Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #178: Matt Ivey

December 19, 2019
21:50 MINS

“Isn’t my body tight and toned? Isn’t it?” Um, awkward! Matt Ivey, a REALTOR® in the triangle area of NC (Chapel Hill, Raleigh, Durham and the surrounding areas), has quite the story about some crazy shit. From poop-stained carpets to a nutty ex-stripper whose stage name was “Beaverly Woods” (that’s not a typo) – the fun never stopped in that big brick house. Listen in to learn what Matt went through, what he smelled – and what he managed to learn from the whole experience. 

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Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #177: BethAnn Long

12Dec

Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #177: BethAnn Long

December 12, 2019
17:12 MINS

To pant-suit or not to pant-suit, that is the question! BethAnn from Spokane, a REALTOR® of 17 years and Spokane native, has a fishy story to tell that involves tuna, a cat in love and – you guessed it – a pant suit. She’s also got another story for the books involving a giant teddy bear and humpy dogs. Can’t stand the mystery? Listen in to hear BethAnn’s crazy stories and learn why she got rid of the pant suit for good.

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Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #176: Tracy Ellis

5Dec

Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate #176: Tracy Ellis

December 5, 2019
15:07 MINS

A home tour with a side of teargas, anyone? Tracy Ellis, a REALTOR® of 20 years in Chesterfield, MO, tells a crazy story of when she and her clients had to run from a property with burning eyes and lungs. Listen in to hear what happened to Tracy and learn how radio and magazine have helped her up-level her marketing game. 

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