Welcome to Columbus Brick by Brick, where we explore the people, projects, and ideas shaping our city. In this episode, host Jon Styer, broker and owner of Styer Real Estate Professionals, sits down with Misty Linn—founder of Core Realty Collection and a trailblazer in Columbus real estate.

Misty shares her journey from attending open houses as a hobby to leading the largest LGBTQ-owned real estate company in Columbus. With over $194 million in career transactions, she discusses her commitment to creating inclusive spaces, mentoring women entrepreneurs through her Link program, and revitalizing neighborhoods through design-forward development.

Key topics include:

• Misty’s path to becoming a top realtor and investor
• The mission behind Core Realty Collection
• Empowering women and LGBTQ+ professionals in real estate
• Transforming properties and communities with intentional design
• The importance of mentorship and legacy in business

Website: corerchomes.com

Instagram: @mistylinnrealtor

Facebook: Misty Linn Realtor

From house hacking in Polaris to owning over 35 doors, Abigail Swihart Valentine has built a real estate empire one bold move at a time. In this episode, she shares the tools, mindset, and mentorship that helped her grow a thriving business—and a life on her terms.

Abigail is the founder of The Valentine Group and a Realtor with Red 1 Realty. Known for her fearless networking, disciplined systems, and passionate mentorship, she’s helping shape the future of Columbus real estate. In this conversation, Jon and Abigail unpack her journey from Apple Store employee to full-time investor and team leader.

🔑 In this episode, we cover:

• How Abigail scaled her portfolio to 35+ units by 30
• The systems and tech that power her business (hello, Follow Up Boss!)
• Surviving tough lending markets and making strategic pivots
• Why mentorship matters and how she pays it forward
• Redefining success as a young mom, leader, and investor
• The value of consistency, harmony over balance, and trusting your gut

📌 Notable Mentions & Resources:

• Follow Up Boss CRM
• Buildium Property Management Software
• The BRRRR Method
• @abigailswihart on Instagram

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In this episode of Columbus Brick by Brick, host Jon Styer sits down with a dynamic Realtor and renovation expert who balances entrepreneurship and motherhood while leading two growing businesses in the real estate space. As the powerhouse behind a renovation company and a personal real estate brand, she brings a unique perspective on business growth, branding, and building a legacy.

• Making the leap from corporate work to full-time entrepreneurship
• Strategies for scaling a renovation business and real estate brand
• Navigating the challenges of working with your spouse
• Balancing business with family and personal fulfillment
• Building brand visibility in a local community through social media
• The value of mentorship, delegation, and timeless design

Whether you're a business owner, investor, or aspiring entrepreneur, this story is packed with actionable insights and real-life takeaways you won’t want to miss.

📲 Instagram (Real Estate): @realestatebymaleeka

🔨 Instagram (Renovation): @smithdreamhomes

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🎙 Every Brick Has a Story. We're Here to Tell It.

Welcome back to Columbus Brick by Brick, the podcast where we uncover the people, projects, and ideas shaping the future of Columbus, Ohio—one story at a time. Hosted by Jon Styer, broker and owner of Styer Real Estate Professionals, this weekly show features in-depth conversations with the visionaries behind our city’s growth.

In this episode, Jon sits down with Jessie Lang—real estate investor, educator, and founder of Rentals Made Easy and Unlocked Rentals. Jessie owns and self-manages a 70+ unit portfolio here in Columbus, and her journey from overwhelmed solo investor to powerhouse mentor and author is nothing short of inspiring.

💬 Topics discussed:

• How Jessie scaled using the BRRRR method and private capital
• Why self-management was non-negotiable
• Her wildest investing stories—from ceiling cave-ins to SWAT raids
• The mindset shift that helped her grow as an entrepreneur
• Launching a real estate education platform and publishing her new book

📚 Grab her book Rentals Made Easy: A Step-by-Step Guide to Buying and Managing Long-Term Rentals on Amazon:

👉 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DYVDCML3

🔗 Join Jessie’s Facebook group: Unlocked: Learn to Buy and Manage Long-Term Rentals

📲 Follow Jessie on Instagram: [@jessielanginvests] (include handle if available)

🎧 Whether you're just starting out or scaling your real estate business, this episode offers valuable lessons in grit, growth, and getting it done—brick by brick.

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What happens when you combine fierce branding, genuine connection, and a heart for helping others build wealth? You get Jennifer Kessel-White. In this episode, Jon sits down with the powerhouse co-owner of the LKW Home Team to talk about creating a values-based real estate business that’s built to last—and love.

Episode Breakdown:

In this conversation, we’re joined by Jennifer Kessel-White, top 1% Columbus realtor and co-owner of the LKW Home Team. Jennifer shares how she transitioned from hospitality to real estate, built a business where 86% of clients come from referrals, and became a local leader in relationship-driven marketing.

We dive into:

• How Jennifer built a referral-first business from scratch
• What it means to brand with intention and attract dream clients
• The systems behind her VIP client experience model
• Lessons from growing and scaling a real estate team the right way
• Her transition into public speaking, coaching, and real estate investing
• How she's helping others change their family tree through homeownership

This is more than just real estate—it’s about legacy, leadership, and living your brand.

Connect with Jennifer:

📸 Instagram: @welcomehome614

Resources & Mentions:

• LKW VIP Client Model
• Branding Masterclass (coming soon)
• ColumbusBrickbyBrick.com

🎯 Call to Action:

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Welcome to Columbus Brick by Brick — the show where we uncover the people, projects, and ideas shaping the future of our city. I’m your host, Jon Styer, broker and owner of Styer Real Estate Professionals. Each week, we sit down with local leaders, business owners, and creatives who are building something special in Columbus, Ohio.

This week, we’re joined by Brad Clarizio, a top-producing Realtor, investor, and team lead at the Clarizio Home Team with Red 1 Realty. Brad’s journey is rooted in hustle and vision — from flipping over 50 cars as a teen, to building a real estate portfolio that now includes over 200 doors, and running a real estate sales team that closes more than 200 deals per year.

🎙️ In this episode, Brad shares:

• How flipping a $1,000 Craigslist car launched his entrepreneurial journey
• Why he borrowed $25K on a credit card to buy his first condo
• The unexpected moment that turned him into a full-time Realtor
• Lessons from building one of Columbus’s most dynamic real estate teams
• What makes Columbus an ideal city for investors and homebuyers alike
• Why he values work-life integration over work-life balance
• His long-term vision for generational wealth and mentorship in real estate

🔗 Links & Mentions:

• Foundation First (Brad’s Facebook page): Facebook Group - Foundation First
• Connect with Brad on Instagram: @bradclarizio
• Learn more about Red 1 Realty: https://www.red1realty.com

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Every Brick Has a Story. We're Here to Tell It.

Welcome to Columbus Brick by Brick — the show uncovering the people, projects, and ideas shaping the future of our city.

Hosted by Jon Styer, broker and owner of Styer Real Estate Professionals, each week we sit down with local leaders, business owners, and creatives moving Columbus forward — one story at a time.

In this episode, Jon welcomes real estate investor and syndicator Haydn Zeis, Principal of Lonicera Real Estate Investment Fund. With over $100M in transactions and a hands-on approach to deal structuring and investor relations, Haydn unpacks what it really takes to succeed in commercial real estate syndication.

🎙️ What You’ll Learn:

• How Haydn transitioned from a W2 sales role to full-time investing
• Why he focuses on underperforming office and flex-industrial properties
• The art of syndication — and how he protects his investors’ capital
• Why the Midwest remains a prime market for cash flow
• Lessons on risk mitigation, deal structuring, and asset diversification
• Future trends in Columbus real estate and office space revitalization

🔗 Links & Resources:

• 🌐 Lonicera Real Estate Investment Fund
• 💼 Connect with Haydn on LinkedIn

If you’re an aspiring investor, syndicator, or just curious about how Columbus is evolving through commercial real estate — this episode is a must-listen. Subscribe to the show, leave us a review, and share it with someone building their own portfolio.

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🧱 Every Brick Has a Story. We're Here to Tell It.

Welcome to Columbus Brick by Brick, the podcast uncovering the people, projects, and ideas shaping the future of our city—one conversation at a time.

Hosted by Jon Styer, broker and owner of Styer Real Estate Professionals, each week brings you real stories from leaders, creatives, and business owners across Columbus.

In this week’s episode, Jon sits down with Mike Neiman, Principal Attorney at Neiman Law and President of Clear Sky Title. With a career that bridges law and investment, Mike shares his evolution from criminal law beginnings to running a growing real estate law firm, launching a title company, and scaling a real estate portfolio.

• The origin of Mike’s passion for real estate law and development
• How working with seasoned investors influenced his investment approach
• Building vertically integrated businesses in law, title, and investing
• Lessons from flips gone wrong, contractor horror stories, and deal structures
• Opportunity Zones and their impact on development
• Why mentorship, mindset, and risk tolerance matter in long-term success

Whether you're a first-time investor, legal professional, or business owner navigating growth—Mike offers hard-earned insights and Columbus-centric wisdom that’s both inspiring and actionable.