On this episode of The Real Estate Mailbag, we’re joined by two of Nashville’s top commercial real estate brokers, both principals of boutique, locally owned firms—not the "big-box" brokerages.

While residential and commercial real estate agents in Tennessee hold the same license, the similarities often end there. As Tyler Cauble puts it:

"Yes, [residential and commercial brokers] have the same license, but I like to use the metaphor that it’s like hiring a divorce attorney to represent you on an operating agreement for a business."

Our guests provide insightful breakdowns of the differences between residential and commercial real estate—a must-know for anyone considering a career in the industry. They also offer an insider’s perspective on the current state of Nashville’s commercial market, covering key subsectors like retail, office, multifamily, and industrial real estate.

Both of our guests are leaders and educators in the field:

• Tyler Cauble is the Founder and President of The Cauble Group, specializing in commercial brokerage and development.
• Brian Truman is a Commercial Real Estate Broker with SVN Accel, focusing on multifamily investment sales.

If you’re curious about the commercial side of real estate, this is a must-listen episode of The Real Estate Mailbag. In the words of Brian Truman:

"Dive into education—get yourself educated as quickly and as fast as you can."

We guarantee you’ll come away smarter, sharper, and more informed after this conversation with two of Nashville’s most experienced commercial brokers.

“If real estate is your profession, politics is your business.” – Richard Courtney

Real estate is more than just making a living—it’s an opportunity to make a difference. This special episode of the Real Estate Mailbag explores how civic and charitable engagement can enrich both communities and careers in ways that go far beyond financial success.

Our panelists—Nathan Weinberg, Jacob Kupin, and Richard Courtney—share how public service has shaped their lives and offer insight into getting involved in causes that truly matter. From volunteerism to board service, we discuss the power of real estate professionals in driving change.

And if that’s not reason enough to tune in, they’ve got plenty of great stories and some seriously good jokes. Try not to laugh—we dare you!

“It’s called title insurance but it acts more like a guarantee. It guarantees that when you buy a property, you are not going to have a problem; but if you do have a problem, there’s going to be a Fortune 500 company behind you to help resolve the problem.” — Brandon Miller, Wagon Wheel Co-Founder/Attorney

In a first of its kind episode of The REM podcast LIVE, our hosts perform double duty as the guests who unravel some of the complexities of title insurance and also discuss some of the most important issues being addressed in the context of real estate closings. On this episode you can learn about the latest fraud and cyber-scams happening in Music City and how to protect yourself from falling victim, options for title insurance, insights on remote online notarization closings, the state of the current real estate market in Middle Tennessee, and what things a consumer should consider when selecting a title and escrow company.

So, tune in to learn more about the real estate closing journey, and enjoy some laughs as our host guests are quite adept at making fun of each other.

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“You absolutely need to serve the Hispanic community, or else your business will not be set to succeed.” — Giovanna Murillo

It’s often said that a business should reflect the communities it serves. In this episode of the Real Estate Mailbag, we go beyond the platitude and dive into the real implications for real estate professionals.

Our powerhouse panel includes three leaders from the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP), including a founding member of NAHREP Nashville. Eva Romero, Debra Beagle, and Giovanna Murillo join us to discuss what the rapidly growing Hispanic population means for Nashville’s real estate and cultural landscape.

We’ll unpack unique insights into working with Hispanic buyers and sellers, why this demographic is already essential to the market, and why its importance will only grow—especially since Tennessee boasts the fastest-growing Hispanic population in the U.S.

Our panelists also highlight key findings from NAHREP’s 2024 State of Hispanic Wealth Report, exploring the metrics of Hispanic wealth growth, the vital role of homeownership in building generational wealth, and why culturally competent, professional services are essential for serving this community.

Tune in to Real Estate Mailbag to hear from top real estate leaders, gain actionable insights, enjoy some laughs, and join us in celebrating the drive to win in real estate!

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“It’s all about connections, no matter what you do. In real estate, especially in Nashville, it’s always good to be a part of the community that you’re selling homes in.” — @JordanHuffman

On this new episode of the Real Estate Mailbag, we welcome two rising stars on the Nashville Metropolitan Council who are experts in housing, zoning, the upcoming traffic referendum and the un-housed in our community.

This is a fascinating discussion for anyone interested in a deeper dive into how local laws, especially zoning laws, have profound structural ramifications on the local real estate market, especially for developers and those struggling to get into their first home. We learn about the structure of the Metro Council, the power individual council members have over zoning matters, and we also explore a fascinating piece of legislation Horton recently helped shepherd to successful passage by the Metro Council. These two councilmen also unpack the $3.1 billion transit bill that Nashvillians will go to the ballot to vote on November 5th, and explain why our listeners should vote "For" Nashville.

“I try to turn money very fast. My goal, if I buy an apartment complex, is I want to drive up the value within 24 months to the point where I can do a refinance and have all my capital back in 24 months.” -- Brandon Thornberry

On this very special episode of the Real Estate Mailbag, discover proven real estate strategies from some of Nashville’s top investors. We were joined by Brandon Thornberry of Urban Gate Capital, an investment firm focusing on identifying and seizing opportunities in emerging markets, Valery Parham, Realtor/author/entrepreneur and William Wilson, a top brokerage founder. They share how they broke into real estate, dive into the "BRRRR" method, and reveal the insider details often left out of seminars. Plus, get their expert take on today’s market and where the best opportunities lie.

“My whole mission is just to affect positive change with people, and housing is such a key component to people’s health, well-being, and safety.” -- Andrea Prince

According to Nashville's 2021 Affordable Housing Task Force, chaired by Mayor John Cooper, the city must create 52,498 new housing units by 2030—a daunting challenge, given that only 1,344 affordable units were being built annually at the time of the report.

Today on The Real Estate Mailbag, we're joined by Matthew Wiltshire, President of Pathway Affordable Housing Corp. and former Chief Strategy Officer at MDHA, Andrea Prince, Executive Director of Rebuilding Together Nashville, and Joshua Haston, Development Manager at LDG Development, LLC and Board Member of the Nashville Industrial Board. These leaders share their personal journeys and insights into tackling Nashville’s housing crisis, discussing innovative city tools and divisive zoning proposals debated in Metro Council. They also explore the impact of Tennessee’s new “home bond” bill on affordable housing.

Tune in to understand why affordable housing isn't just crucial for your future, but for the future of Music City itself!

“The first secret to success is to get started.” – Kortney Wilson

The conventional wisdom in real estate is that social media is increasingly important. However, understanding what social media is and how to be effective with it can be a complex topic. Many real estate professionals fail to take the most important step: getting started.

On this must-listen edition of the Real Estate Mailbag, presented by Wagon Wheel Title, our hosts and distinguished guests explore the fascinating role of social media for real estate professionals. Kortney Wilson of The Kortney Wilson Group with Compass, Maria Recio with Compass, and Marie Lee with REAL Broker are three of Nashville's leading social media influencers in the real estate space, with follower counts to prove it.

From teaching us about the pros and cons of various social media platforms (including their agreed-upon favorite) to explaining how algorithms work, and recommending equipment and software for creating and editing content, to helping real estate professionals discover which approach is likely to pay dividends, this educational experience is not to be missed from some of Nashville’s true gurus! 🏡