Momentum in Real Estate

🚀 Thinking of managing your own rental properties? Katherine Van Brocklin shares why compliance, tenant screening, and professional management can make or break an investment. Kristin and Cory dive into the biggest myths about property management, how Asheville’s rental market is changing, and why realtors and property managers should work together.👤 Featuring:🏡 Katherine Van Brocklin – Property Management Expert & Founder of PMI Mountain & Main✨ Guest Bio:After working in Disney hospitality and financial leadership, Katherine spent two decades helping small business owners succeed. Now, she applies that same high-level service and business acumen to property management, ensuring stress-free, compliant, and profitable rental experiences for landlords.💡 Key Topics Covered:✔️ Property Management Myths Debunked – Why DIY landlords often lose money✔️ Tenant Screening & Legal Compliance – How to avoid lawsuits and costly mistakes✔️ How to Choose the Right Property Manager – Red flags & green flags to watch for✔️ Post-Hurricane Market Shifts in Asheville – Rental trends and pricing updates✔️ Balancing Rental Income & Affordable Housing – Can investors do both?✔️ Best Tools & Apps for Realtors & Property Managers – Stay organized & stress-free🎧 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homeowner, this episode is packed with valuable insights!📇 Connect with Katherine Van Brocklin:🌎 Website → PMI Mountain & Main 📘 Facebook →PMI Mountain & Main🔗LinkedIn → Katherine Van Brocklin📞 Call → 954-270-0487🎙 Follow Kristin & Cory:📷Cory’s Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/corywallrealestate/🔗Cory’s LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-wall-85a327110/📷Kristin’s Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kejanes62/🔗Kristin’s LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/janeskristin/🔹 Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/📢 Listen to more episodes here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/momentum-in-real-estate/id1681326996🔖 Hashtags:#PropertyManagement #RealEstateInvesting #LandlordTips #TenantScreening #RentalProperties #RealEstatePodcast

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Renee Ruth🎙️ In this episode, Renee Ruth, a top-producing agent with eXp Realty, shares her inspiring journey from university professor to successful real estate entrepreneur. With a doctorate in education and a passion for mentoring, Renee discusses overcoming financial struggles and transforming her career. She emphasizes the power of mindset, goal setting, and leveraging social media and open houses to build a thriving business. Renee also touches on work-life balance, her love for music, and practical advice for aspiring agents. Tune in to hear how her mantra, "What you think about, you bring about," has shaped her success in real estate and beyond.#RealEstateSuccess #MindsetMatters #ReneeRuth #eXpRealty #FromProfessorToRealtor #GoalSetting #SocialMediaMarketing #OpenHouseStrategy #WorkLifeBalance #EntrepreneurMindset🗣️Notable Quotes:  “  If you do not have a winning mindset, you will fail.”📇Connecting with Renee Ruth: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reneeruthrealestate/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reneeruth/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/renee.ruth/Website: https://www.reneeruthrealestate.com/🎙️Connecting with Connecting with Kristin and Cory:Kristin’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kejanes62/Kristin’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janeskristin/Cory’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corywallrealestate/Cory’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-wall-85a327110/

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Bri Brestel🎙️ In this episode of Momentum in Real Estate, we meet Bri Brestel, a dedicated realtor and mom from Lincoln, Nebraska. Bri shares her journey into real estate, from her early interest in middle school to flipping houses during the pandemic and eventually earning her license. She opens up about the challenges of gaining clients’ trust, balancing her career with raising young children, and the unique qualities of her brokerage, the 1867 Collective. Bri also discusses the emotional aspects of working with first-time home buyers, the strengths women bring to the industry, and the importance of setting boundaries for success. She shares her vision for the future, focusing on growing her business and building a strong referral-based clientele. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on navigating real estate and motherhood.#MomentumInRealEstate #BriBrestel #WomenInRealEstate #LincolnNebraska #FirstTimeHomeBuyers #1867Collective #RealtorLife #RealEstateJourney #FlippingHouses #WorkLifeBalance #Mompreneur #RealEstateSuccess🗣️Notable Quotes: “ Give yourself grace and don't compare yourself to other agents who have been in the business for years.”📇Connecting with Bri BrestelInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bri.brestel.realtor/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BriBrestelRealtor/Website: https://www.arbonne.com/🎙️Connecting with Kristin and CoryKristin’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kejanes62/Kristin’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janeskristin/Cory’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corywallrealestate/Cory’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-wall-85a327110/⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Rebecca Knaster🎙️ In this episode of Momentum in Real Estate, special guest Rebecca Knaster, a seasoned real estate broker with over two decades of experience in New York City, shares her journey from the fashion industry to becoming a top real estate agent. Rebecca discusses her transition into real estate, starting at a small brokerage before moving to prominent firms like Compass. She offers valuable insights into the complexities of Manhattan’s property market, including the key differences between co-ops and condominiums. With a personalized approach and deep neighborhood expertise, Rebecca has built a reputation as a trusted advisor for buyers and sellers. She also shares the strategies and mindset that have driven her success, the market’s evolution over the years, and the importance of strong relationship-building in real estate. Additionally, she reflects on the lasting impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the industry and provides advice for new agents looking to establish a thriving career.#MomentumInRealEstate #NYCRealEstate #RealEstateBroker #RebeccaKnaster #LuxuryLiving #ManhattanRealEstate #CoopsVsCondos #CompassRealEstate #RealEstateSuccess #Networking #BuildingRelationships #MarketInsights #CareerGrowth🗣️Notable Quotes:“ Be the best you can be”📇Connecting with Rebecca Knaster: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca.knaster/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-knaster-ba929a239/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RebeccaKnasterNYC/Website: https://www.compass.com/agents/rebecca-knaster/🎙️Connecting with Kristin and CoryKristin’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kejanes62/Kristin’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janeskristin/Cory’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corywallrealestate/Cory’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-wall-85a327110/⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Athena Brownson🎙️ Meet Athena Brownson, a former Professional skier turned top Colorado realtor with a background in interior design. In this episode, she shares her journey from competitive athletics to excelling in real estate, emphasizing her passion for transforming homes and guiding clients through the buying and selling process. Athena highlights the importance of integrity, loyalty, and responsiveness in building lasting client relationships. She also opens up about overcoming personal health struggles, the impact of mentorship, and how her design expertise gives her a unique edge in the market. Tune in for practical insights on navigating real estate challenges and seizing development opportunities.#AthenaBrownson #RealEstateSuccess #ColoradoRealtor #FromAthleteToAgent #InteriorDesign #HomeTransformation #RealEstateInvesting #ClientRelationships #MentorshipMatters #OvercomingChallenges #LuxuryRealEstate #MarketInsights #DevelopmentOpportunities #RealEstateGrowth #EntrepreneurMindset🗣️Notable Quotes: “   Education and information is the best thing that we can do to arm our clients for success.”📇Connecting with Athena Brownson: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/athenabrownsonrealtor/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/athena-brownson-2337bb41/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AthenaBrownsonRealtor/Website: https://www.compass.com/agents/athena-brownson/ 🎙️Connecting with Kristin and CoryKristin’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kejanes62/Kristin’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janeskristin/Cory’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corywallrealestate/Cory’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-wall-85a327110/Time Stamp:00:00 Meet Athena Brownson: Colorado Native and Realtor Extraordinaire00:45 Athena's Journey: From Professional Skier to Real Estate02:31 The Transition: From Interior Design to Real Estate05:31 Overcoming Challenges: Lyme Disease and Real Estate Passion07:27 Brokerage Experience: From Local to Compass09:12 Property Development Insights and Teamwork25:54 Navigating Market Challenges and Client Education35:02 Consistency and Authenticity in Real Estate40:20 Final Thoughts and Farewell ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate

👨‍💼With Special Guest: Jan Kimbrough Miller🎙️ In this episode, we dive into the journey of Jan Kimbrough Miller, a former medical professional who transitioned into real estate, leveraging 25 years of clinical and business expertise. Jan introduces her 'Expectation Selling' approach, a proactive strategy that helps agents set clear client expectations from the start, reducing wasted time and confusion. She shares practical techniques like the 'Mystery Tour' and emphasizes the importance of setting communication boundaries to foster trust and efficiency. Whether you're an experienced agent or just starting, Jan’s insights provide valuable strategies for building a balanced and effective real estate practice.#RealEstateSuccess #JanKimbroughMiller #ExpectationSelling #RealEstateStrategies #AgentGrowth #ClientExpectations #TrustAndEfficiency #ProactiveSelling #MysteryTour #BusinessExpertise #CommunicationMatters #RealEstateJourney #BalancedBusiness #SuccessInRealEstate🗣️Notable Quotes:“ The goal is to align their expectations with what the experience is really going to be.”📇Connecting with Jan Kimbrough Miller : Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekimbroughteam/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jan-kimbrough-miller-b2685247/Website: https://www.thekimbroughteam.com/🎙️Connecting with Kristin and CoryKristin’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kejanes62/Kristin’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janeskristin/Cory’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/corywallrealestate/Cory’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-wall-85a327110/Time Stamp:00:00 Introduction to Jan Kimbrough Miller00:38 Jan's Journey from Medicine to Real Estate03:53 Partnership with Her Brother04:03 Staying with RE/MAX05:23 Expectation Selling Explained10:42 Implementing Expectation Selling with Buyers20:18 Setting Boundaries and Communication27:24 Conclusion and Special Offer⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate