Let’s talk about what it really means to be 5-mile famous—that sweet spot where everyone in your community knows you, trusts you, and thinks of you first when real estate comes up.

In this episode, we’re breaking down how being known locally is way more powerful than chasing internet fame, and why consistent, authentic connection is the real secret weapon in this business.

We’ll share:
🏡 What being “5-mile famous” means to us and how it’s shaped our business
📍 Easy, everyday ways to show up in your community and stay top of mind
💬 How to build genuine relationships that turn into referrals
🤝 Why being yourself (not a billboard version of you) is the key to long-term success

Because you don’t need to be famous everywhere—you just need to be famous where it matters most.

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Can you believe it’s Season 3 of Contracts & Chaos?! We can’t thank you enough for hanging with us through the last two years of wild transactions, client stories, and all the behind-the-scenes madness that makes real estate… well, real estate.

And what better way to kick things off than with a fan favorite...our annual Spooky Stories in Real Estate episode! 👻 This was the very first topic we recorded, and we've made it an annual thing!

We’re sharing a few of our own spine-tingling tales (think creepy showings, haunted houses, and dead bodies), along with submissions from agents across the country who’ve seen..and survived..it all.

So grab your pumpkin spice, turn down the lights, and get ready for some real estate chills that’ll make you double-check those basement lights before your next showing.

Welcome to Season 3… where the chaos continues.

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Let’s be real—there’s nothing like opening an offer email and seeing a number that makes you say, “They cannot be serious.” Whether it’s investors fishing for a steal or overzealous buyers testing the waters, how you respond matters.

In this episode, we’re walking through our Deal Triage framework—how to stay strategic (not emotional) when offers miss the mark:

If you’re tired of knee-jerk reactions and ready to approach every offer like a pro, this episode breaks down how to stay calm, confident, and in control—no matter what lands in your inbox.

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We’re back with our 12 Week Year update ... and let’s just say, it hasn’t all been smooth sailing. In this episode, we’re breaking down what actually went down in Q3: the wins, the distractions, the things 1000% out of our control, and how we’re refocusing on our one thing as we head into Q4.

We’ll talk about what worked (and what definitely didn’t), how to get your head back in the game when motivation starts slipping, and why Q4 isn’t just about finishing strong, it’s about setting up for a killer Q1.

If you’ve ever set big goals and found yourself in the messy middle wondering, “Am I even on track?” - this one’s your mid-year pep talk with a dose of real talk.

Grab your planner and your caffeine of choice - it’s time to regroup, refocus, and rally.

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Real talk — this business will chew you up and spit you out if you’re not ready for it. From the emotional rollercoaster of your first deal to learning that “flexible schedule” really means you’re on call 24/7, we’re diving into the things no one told us when we started in real estate.

In this episode, we’re sharing the lessons we learned the hard way .. like some reality vs expectations, money, mindset, boundaries (yes, even with clients), and build a business that doesn’t burn you out.

If you’re a new agent trying to figure out which way is up, or a seasoned pro who just wants to nod along and say, “Yep, been there,” this one’s for you.

Grab your coffee (or your cocktail, we don’t judge), it’s time for some unfiltered real estate truth.

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If you’ve been scrolling MLS and your client has been refreshing Zillow thinking, “There’s nothing out there!” ...you’re not alone. But here’s the thing: inventory isn’t as low as it feels. In this episode, we dig into why the market gives off that low-supply vibe, even when the numbers say otherwise.

From sellers clinging to their golden 3% mortgage rates, to buyers being pickier than a toddler at dinner, and new construction homes hiding “off-market” where casual searchers won’t see them - we are going to break down what we see is really going on. Plus, we’ll talk about why longer days on market doesn’t always mean doom and gloom.

If you want the inside scoop on how to read between the lines of today’s housing market (without losing your mind in the process), this one’s for you.

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Ever feel like taking a vacation as a realtor is more stressful than just… not going? In this episode, we are diving into how you can actually step away, recharge, and not have your business implode while you’re sipping margaritas by the beach (or wrangling kids at Disney—no judgment here).

We’ll cover:
✅ What prep you need in place before you go
✅ Why leaning on trusted fellow agents is a game-changer
✅ The benefits—for you and your clients—of truly unplugging

Because here’s the thing: running on empty doesn’t serve anyone. Your business, your family, and your sanity all get stronger when you make space to breathe.

If you’ve been telling yourself you “can’t” take time off, this one’s for you.

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Let’s be real… most real estate “networking” events are the equivalent of cold coffee and stale name tags. Snooze-fest. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

In this episode of Contracts & Chaos, we’re diving into how to host agent meetups that actually matter—where connections feel natural, conversations spark new ideas, and collaboration beats competition every time.

From ditching the awkward icebreakers to creating a space where agents actually want to show up, we will share how building community can transform your business (and your sanity). Because when agents stop seeing each other as competition and start acting like community? That’s where the magic happens.

If you’re tired of meetups that suck, this one’s for you.

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