Stay Paid

Ninety-four years of real estate wisdom in 30 minutes

In this episode of Stay Paid, Josh and Luke take live calls from agents across the country to tackle the real struggles real estate professionals are facing right now. From fighting social media burnout to breaking into the luxury market to preparing for retirement after decades in the business, our guests ask it all—and our hosts don’t hold back. You’ll hear real talk, proven advice, and systems you can put in place immediately to gain traction.  

He didn’t go viral - he just closed over 100 homes. Here's proof that consistency, daily engagement, and personal touches will always beat chasing views.  In this episode, Nick Harris, a top-producing agent from Michigan, breaks down how he closes over 100 homes a year—without a single viral post. From DMs to database strategy, Nick walks us through the systems that keep his pipeline full and his clients engaged.  

In this live Q&A episode of Stay Paid, we coach three agents through some of the biggest challenges in real estate right now: recruiting in small towns, bouncing back after a tough year, and finding balance while juggling caregiving and business. This is real talk—unscripted and unfiltered.

Whether you’re feeling stuck in this market or looking for inspiration to lean in harder, Stephanie’s story will light a fire under you. Stephanie Xelowski is a top-producing San Diego-based luxury agent who’s built her brand on authenticity, strategy, and straight-up hustle. In this episode of Stay Paid, she shares how she bounced back after tough market years, why she finally launched her podcast “Behind the Lock Box,” and how she’s using social media to stay top of mind—and top of her game.  

In this special live Q&A episode of Stay Paid, Luke Acree, Josh Stike, and the top-producing Acree Brothers Realty team tackle your biggest questions—from marketing to mindset. Whether you're in real estate, insurance, or entrepreneurship, you'll walk away with practical steps for growing your business and staying motivated through tough seasons.

Would you give up your CEO title to pursue your purpose? He did. In this episode, Jimmy Burgess, former CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Beach Properties of Florida and one of Inman’s most-read contributors, returns to Stay Paid to share: ✅ Why he walked away from a prestigious CEO position ✅ How he defines real leadership ✅ The metaphor that changed how he views business and growth ✅ What agents must focus on in today’s market ✅ His plan to help 1 million agents close a deal Whether you're feeling stuck, burnt out, or unsure of your purpose, this episode will help you realign and reenergize.

He joined real estate in 2023 and has already closed over 120 transactions—without a massive sphere or years of experience. In this episode of Stay Paid, Tim Bushnell from Acree Brothers Realty in Lynchburg, VA, shares the exact action plan he followed to crush 40 deals his first year and then double it the next.

Want to stand out and get more listings—even in a frozen market? Then take notes from this episode with Marie Boatsman, a real estate powerhouse who built her business on referrals, community outreach, and creative video marketing. Marie blends killer listing content with relationship-driven client care, delivering everything from subscription-style gift boxes to behind-the-scenes Easter Bunny tours of her listings.

Lead gen isn’t your problem. Your client experience is. In this Stay Paid episode, Sheila Reddy, founder and CEO of Mosaik, joins us to share how she transitioned from healthcare leadership to building one of the most client-focused real estate platforms on the market. What started as a frustration with her own homebuying experiences has turned into a solution that gives agents a competitive edge where it matters most—during the transaction.

AI isn’t just coming—it’s here, and it’s already changing the way the top real estate pros do business. This week on Stay Paid, we welcome back Jason Pantana, marketing coach and Tom Ferry speaker, for a deep dive into the AI strategies every real estate agent must understand to stay competitive. From ChatGPT and Claude to CapCut and Canva, Jason shares the exact tools, prompts, and real-world applications agents are using right now to scale their marketing and dominate locally.

From Uber Driver to Top Producer: Renee Burke’s Story of Grit, Growth & Giving When the market slowed, Renee Burke didn’t give up—she pivoted. A former stay-at-home mom turned real estate agent, Renee built her business with her husband flipping homes. But when the flips stopped and interest rates soared, she had to find new ways to connect and stay relevant. So she started driving Uber—with a stack of listing brochures in the back seat. And it worked.

71% of Agents Aren’t Closing Deals—How to Be in the Top 29% With market uncertainty, commission shakeups, and lead-gen costs rising, many agents are frozen—but not the best ones. In this episode, NextHome Co-CEOs James Dwiggins and Keith Robinson get real about what agents MUST do to survive and thrive in today’s chaotic market.

Ditch Smart Goals—Set Stupid Ones with Verl Workman   Tired of chasing “realistic” growth that never moves the needle? Verl Workman says it’s time to get stupid.   In this game-changing episode, Verl—a speaker, author, and the CEO of Workman Success Systems—shares how the most successful agents scale their businesses using “stupid goals,” team specialization, and strategic systems that run without them.  

Are you stuck chasing the next transaction while your past clients disappear? Industry legend Allan Dalton—former CEO of Realtor.com and SVP at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices—joins Stay Paid to reveal the exact strategy top agents use to create lifelong clients (and stop paying referral fees for leads they should already own).  

Want to retire with financial freedom and zero stress? You need a strategy, not just savings. In this episode, we sit down with Tom Hegna, one of the most respected retirement and wealth-building experts in the industry, to break down the simple yet powerful steps to building wealth and securing your retirement.  

Are you missing out on hidden opportunities in the real estate market? David Camp, CEO of HomeScout and head of growth at Realty.com, shares how data analytics and market intelligence can unlock high-value leads—including homeowners struggling with debt. In this episode, you'll discover: How consumer debt stress creates new listing opportunities Why understanding equity can give you an edge over competitors The key to developing a strong market presence and winning more deals How faith, purpose, and business success are interconnected  Connect | Resources Website: https://www.realty.com/ Email: dcamp@realty.com Visit our Resource Library for free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads. Have a question you’d like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia.com, or shoot us a DM on Instagram @staypaidpodcast.

Stephen Acree and Cody Smith of Acree Brothers Realty Team, the #1 agency in Lynchburg, Virigina, share expert open house strategies to attract top-tier listings, engage buyers, and convert visitors into clients. Learn how to get agents to send you the best opportunities, use a genius approach to involve neighbors and boost interest, and master a follow-up plan that builds trust and keeps prospects in your pipeline. Don’t miss these tactics and a chance to optimize a lucrative lead source! Connect | Resources ·      Download our FREE Open House Resource, including a turnkey open house kit (welcome sign, home survey, kid-friendly activities, and a lot more), a customizable Canva template for branding, an end-to-end open house playbook, and FREE landing pages to capture visitor info. Visit our Resource Library for more free resources, including e-books, printables, and lead magnets to attract new leads. Do you have a question you’d like us to answer? Send us an email at podcast@remindermedia.com, or shoot u