Think Zillow has all the listings? Think again.

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on off-market properties—homes that never hit the MLS but still get bought and sold every single day.

Whether you’re a buyer sick of bidding wars or a seller who wants privacy (without sacrificing price), I’ll walk you through the secret strategies great agents use to unlock hidden opportunities.

From handwritten letters to door knocking, private networks to FSBO deals—this is how the pros find homes no one else is even seeing.

🧠 What You’ll Learn:

• What “off-market” really means (and why you should care)

• 5 types of off-market homes that might be perfect for you

• How top real estate agents track down hidden listings

• The key questions to ask if you're hiring an agent for off-market hunting

• Why these deals aren’t just for investors—they’re for you

• How sellers can benefit from selling off-market without leaving money on the table

🔥 Real-Life Stories Inside This Episode:

• The buyer who scored her dream home from a handwritten letter

• The seller who never listed publicly and still got above asking

• How I once found a home from a conversation I overheard at a coffee shop (seriously!)

  🛠️ Resources Mentioned:

• My Off-Market Home Strategy Call – Book Here

• DM Me "OFFMARKET" on Instagram for a free home search plan

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  📢 Call to Action:

  If you're tired of waiting for your dream home to hit the market, it’s time to go get it.
  👉 Text me. DM me. Let's build your off-market plan together.

  🔗 Connect With Me:

  • Instagram: @josephsingsheim

  • Website: www.reliancerealestateteam.com

  • Email: jsingsheim@kw.com

🔥 Episode Summary:

Ever wondered if real estate agents work on weekends?

In today’s episode, Joseph pulls back the curtain on what “agent availability” really means—and why it could make or break your next home sale or purchase. Spoiler: The best agents don’t shut down Friday at 5PM.

Joseph shares insider stories from 13+ years in the business, including:

• The Saturday night hustle that won a dream home for his buyers

• The emotional support clients need when deals go sideways (yes, even on Sundays)

• What to ask when interviewing an agent to make sure they won’t ghost you on the weekend

Whether you're selling, buying, or just curious what goes on behind the scenes, this episode is your no-BS guide to hiring the right agent in today’s market.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

• Why top agents work weekends—and why that should matter to you

• What agents are really doing behind the scenes on Saturdays and Sundays

• Red flags to look for in agents who treat real estate like a hobby

• The difference between availability and accessibility

• Key questions to ask an agent before you hire them

• How to balance service and boundaries with your agent

🛠️ Tools + Resources Mentioned:

• Schedule a free consultation with Joseph

• Download the Home Seller Playbook

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  📣 Call to Action:

  Thinking about buying or selling a home soon?
  Let’s chat—yes, even on a weekend.
  📲 414-659-6965

  🔁 Share This Episode:

  Know someone who’s thinking of hiring an agent? Send them this episode—they’ll thank you later.

  Tag @JosephSingsheim on Instagram or Facebook and share your biggest takeaway.

🔍 Episode Description:

Not all real estate agents are created equal. In this episode, Joseph breaks down what it really means to hire an agent who fights for your equity, your goals, and your peace of mind. Whether you’re buying or selling in today’s market, you’ll learn how to spot the red flags, ask the right questions, and find an agent who will go to bat for you when it matters most.

🧠 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• What “fighting for you” means in a real estate deal

• The hidden dangers of hiring a “yes-man” agent

• 5 core traits of a real estate agent who earns their commission

• Real-world negotiation examples from the trenches

• The top 5 interview questions every buyer or seller should ask before hiring an agent

• How to read between the lines in online reviews

• Why working with the wrong agent could cost you tens of thousands of dollars

🗣️ Joseph’s Hot Takes in This Episode:

• “Nice isn’t enough. You need someone who protects your money like it’s their own.”

• “If your agent won’t tell you the truth when it’s hard, they won’t fight for you when it counts.”

• “Passive agents list homes. Proactive agents sell them.”

📌 Resources & Links Mentioned:

• The Full Blog Post (insert your blog link here)

• Want to work with Joseph or learn more about his seller strategy? → www.reliancerealestateteam.com

💬 Let’s Connect:

📸 Instagram: @reliancerealestateteam
🌐 Website: www.reliancerealestateteam.com
📥 DM “FIGHT” for a copy of the Agent Interview Checklist

✅ Call to Action (CTA):

👉 Ready to find an agent who shows up, speaks up, and fights for your results? Let’s talk.
📅 Book a no-pressure consultation: [CALENDLY]

📌 Episode Summary:
In this episode, we dive deep into the real estate world’s most adrenaline-packed scenario: multiple offers. Whether you're selling a home or trying to buy one in a hot market, you'll face this beast—and how your Realtor handles it can make or break the deal.

I’ll break down exactly what great agents do differently when multiple offers hit the table, how sellers can protect their profit, and how buyers can stay competitive without overpaying. This isn’t theory—it’s firsthand insight from years of experience on the front lines.

🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• 🎯 What causes a multiple offer situation in today’s market

• 🧠 How great listing agents strategically prepare for bidding wars

• 🧾 What goes into reviewing and comparing multiple offers beyond just price

• ⚖️ Why the “best” offer isn’t always the highest one—and how to tell the difference

• 🛡️ Pro tactics for sellers to avoid regret (and renegotiations) after accepting an offer

• 💼 How buyer agents can write offers that actually win without just throwing more money

• 🚨 Red flags, ethics, and what you’re entitled to know as a buyer or seller

• ✅ Questions you should ask any Realtor before hiring them

🎙️ My Favorite Moments:

• The 3-question litmus test for whether a buyer’s offer is solid

• How I helped a seller avoid a bait-and-switch tactic from a “too good to be true” cash offer

• The “clean offer” checklist that helped a buyer win against 11 others—without being the highest price

🧰 Resources & Tools Mentioned:

[Free Seller Strategy Call] – Want help preparing your home for multiple offers? Let’s talk.

📣 Call to Action:

Thinking of buying or selling in a market where multiple offers are common? Don’t leave money (or your dream home) on the table.

👉 Schedule a free 15-minute call to talk strategy: [Calendly]
📩 Got questions? DM me on Instagram @YourHandle or email me at jsingsheim@kw.com

📝 Episode Description:

Ever wonder why some Realtors charge 4%, others 6%, and a few even offer flat-fee deals? Are they all doing the same thing—or are you getting what you pay for?

In this episode, we pull back the curtain on real estate commissions and break down:

• Why pricing varies so much between agents

• What you’re actually paying for when you hire a Realtor

• The difference between discount services and high-level strategy

• When paying more is worth it—and when it might not be

• 7 questions you must ask before hiring any agent

Whether you’re a home seller, a buyer, or just curious about the industry, this episode gives you the insider perspective to help you make a confident decision the next time you’re hiring a real estate pro.

✅ Want to know what your home is worth?
Book a no-pressure strategy call with me here: [Calendly]

🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The truth behind commission splits (and who’s really paying them)

• What low-fee agents may leave out of their service

• Real-life examples where experience made all the difference

• The "invisible" work great Realtors do to protect your deal

• Why the cheapest option can end up costing you more

• How to evaluate an agent beyond their fee

🧠 Episode Takeaway:

It’s not about hiring the cheapest agent. It’s about hiring the one who brings the most value—because that’s what ultimately impacts your bottom line.

💬 Favorite Quote from the Episode:

“You’re not paying for time—you’re paying for the 15 years it took to know what to do in 15 minutes.”

📲 Links & Resources:

• Schedule a Strategy Call

• Free Home Valuation Tool

• Follow me on Instagram

🎧 Subscribe & Review:

If you got value from this episode, don’t forget to:

• Follow or subscribe to the podcast

• Leave a review to help others find it

• Share it with a friend who’s thinking about buying or selling

Duration: [Insert Time]
Host: Joseph Singsheim – Real Estate Coach | Strategist | Storyteller

🎯 Episode Summary:

Hiring a real estate agent is one of the most important decisions you’ll make in your real estate journey—but most people treat it like picking a lunch spot.

In today’s episode, I walk you through exactly how to interview a real estate agent like a pro—whether you’re buying, selling, or just thinking about your next move.

We’re talking no-fluff questions, real-life red flags, and what to actually listen for when someone’s pitching themselves to you. Because the right agent can make you money. The wrong one? Can cost you your sanity.

🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why the market has changed—and your hiring strategy should too

• The 7 essential interview questions to ask every real estate agent

• The biggest red flags to watch for (yes, even in someone you know)

• Why “full-time vs. part-time” matters more than you think

• What a great agent sounds like—and how to trust your gut

• Real stories from over a decade in the business that prove these questions work

• How to filter fast and hire the right fit for YOU

🛠 Tools & Resources Mentioned:

• Want the full article? Read it here: [https://www.reliancerealestateteam.com/2025/05/28/how-to-interview-a-real-estate-agent-like-a-pro/]

• Free Download: [Insert link if offering a PDF version]

• Looking for a vetted agent in your area? DM me on Instagram [@josephsingsheim] or visit [reliancerealestateteam.com]

💬 Favorite Quotes from This Episode:

“Would you let someone drive your kids cross-country without checking their license? Then stop hiring agents without asking real questions.”

“You’re not hiring a friend. You’re hiring a fiduciary.”

“A good agent interviews you as much as you interview them.”

👥 Perfect For:

• First-time buyers or sellers

• Homeowners thinking about upsizing, downsizing, or relocating

• Anyone who’s been burned by a bad real estate experience

• Agents who want to improve how they present their value to clients

Ready to take the next step? Reach out to Reliance Real Estate Team today!

https://www.reliancerealestateteam.com/contact/

🎧 Episode Summary:

In today’s episode, we’re diving into a question that most home buyers and sellers never ask—but absolutely should:

What’s the difference between an Exclusive Buyer’s Agent and a Listing Agent?

Too often, people hire the wrong kind of agent and end up with someone who isn’t truly fighting for their best interests. In this episode, I break down the roles, the red flags, and the real-life situations where having the right representation can mean the difference between winning and regretting.

Whether you're buying, selling, or just trying to understand how real estate agents actually operate, this episode gives you the no-fluff, real-talk version you wish someone explained earlier.

🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• What an Exclusive Buyer’s Agent actually does (and why they only represent buyers)

• How Listing Agents work solely for home sellers to get the best price

• Why dual agency is usually a bad idea (aka one agent trying to serve both sides)

• The dangers of transaction brokers who aren’t truly on anyone’s side

• Real-life examples of deals that went sideways—and how better representation could have helped

• How to ask the right questions when hiring an agent

• • What buyers and sellers need to know in today’s fast-moving market

  
  

  🛠️ Resources & Links Mentioned:

• • Download the full article: Exclusive Buyer’s Agents vs. Listing Agents – What’s the Difference?

  • Want help choosing the right agent for your situation? Visit: www.reliancerealestateteam.com

  • Send me a DM or email to talk through your buying or selling strategy

  • 00:00 – Intro: Why this episode matters more than ever in today’s market

  • 03:02 – The story of Rachel and how she unknowingly hired the wrong type of agent

  • 05:45 – What Exclusive Buyer’s Agents actually do

  • 08:12 – The listing agent's role in getting sellers top dollar

  • 10:30 – Dual agency explained (and why it’s not great for you)

  • 13:47 – What “transaction broker” really means

  • 15:33 – The 5-question agent interview checklist

  • 18:20 – Buyer vs. Seller: What to prioritize right now

  • 20:41 – Final thoughts: Get someone who is fully in your corner

  • 22:10 – How to connect with me for personalized help

  • Instagram: @josephsingsheim

  • Website: www.reliancerealestateteam.com

  • Email: jsingsheim@kw.com

  👉 If you’re thinking about buying or selling, don’t wing it. DM me or head to the website to get matched with the right kind of agent for your needs. Let's make sure you’re protected and set up to win—no matter what side of the deal you’re on.

🎧 Episode Summary:

In this no-fluff episode, we’re diving into the truth behind hiring a real estate agent for a luxury property. Whether you're buying or selling a high-end home, there’s a massive difference between an agent who can list your property and one who can sell it strategically and profitably.

I break down what makes luxury real estate unique, how to spot the real pros from the pretenders, and the questions you must ask before signing with anyone.

If you're about to make a million-dollar move—literally or figuratively—this episode could save you time, stress, and serious money.

🗝️ What You’ll Learn:

• Why the luxury market requires a completely different skillset than the average real estate transaction

• The biggest mistakes sellers make when choosing a luxury agent (and how to avoid them)

• What real luxury marketing looks like (hint: it’s more than drone shots)

• How to tell if your agent actually has the chops for the job

• The non-negotiables for privacy, professionalism, and negotiation in high-end deals

• 5 critical questions to ask before you hire anyone

• Personal stories from the frontlines of luxury deals gone right—and wrong

💬 Notable Quotes:

“Luxury real estate isn’t about the listing price—it’s about the precision of your strategy.”

“If your agent says ‘We’ll just list high and see what happens,’ that’s not a plan. That’s a wish.”

“Would you trust a financial advisor who’s broke? Then don’t trust a luxury agent who can’t even market themselves.”

🔗 Resources & Links:

• Free Download: [Home Seller Playbook PDF]

• Learn More: [myrealestateagentkw.com]

• Book a Private Consultation: [Calendly]

• Follow on Instagram: [@josephsingsheim]

• Related Episode: How to Price Your Home Like a Pro in Any Market

🙋‍♂️ Connect With Me:

• 📩 Have questions or want personalized advice? DM me or email [jsingsheim@kw.com]

• 💼 Want me to personally help you with your next high-end home move? Let’s chat.

📢 Call to Action:

If this episode helped you rethink your luxury home strategy, do me a favor:
✅ Share it with someone buying or selling in the top tier of the market✅ Leave a quick review—it helps us reach more high-level clients like you✅ Subscribe so you never miss a real-world, results-driven take on real estate