Real Estate Happens
🎙️Welcome to Real Estate Happens, your weekly deep dive into the wild, wonderful, and ever-changing world of real estate. Hosted by Kenny Letner—the Broker and Owner of Aweigh Real Estate in Virginia Beach, VA—this show explores the many facets of property life, from jaw-dropping tales to smart strategies that benefit both agents and consumers
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Launched on February 6, 2020, Real Estate Happens brings you real-world conversations with professionals across the industry spectrum—appraisers, lenders, agents, investors—each offering fresh perspectives that will enlighten and energize your real estate journey .
🔍 What Makes the Show Stand Out
- Insider Access: Gain behind-the-scenes insights straight from Virginia Beach’s real estate community.
- Practical Tips: Learn how to enhance listing value, navigate loans, and master negotiating—from the experts themselves.
- Relatable Stories: Whether you’re an agent or a homeowner, the show’s honest, lively discussions help you connect with common wins and challenges.
- Weekly Fuel: Tune in every week to keep your motivation high and your business moving forward
🧲 Episode Snapshot - “Let’s Talk Appraisals” – Dive into home valuation with Kim Dykes from Tidewater Home Appraisals—learn three proven strategies to boost your home’s worth
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đź“Ł Why You Should Listen
Looking to elevate your next open house, understand the finer points of financing, or just enjoy a compelling story from the trenches? Real Estate Happens is your ultimate companion.
Whether you're gearing up for your first home purchase or a seasoned pro, you’ll find actionable insights, inspirational success stories, and conversations that cut through the noise. Hosted by a veteran broker with over 15 years of industry experience, this show is your direct line to the latest trends, smart tips, and real-life anecdotes that will refine your business acumen—and keep you entertained along the way
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Tune in today—subscribe wherever you get podcasts, follow @real.estate.happens on Instagram, or drop a question via email at kenny@kennyletner.com . It's real talk, real tips, and real estate that happens—every week.
Episodes
53 episodes
Unlocking Real Estate Success: Accountability, Strategy, and Personal Growth
The episode focuses on the transformative concept of positive accountability in the real estate industry, emphasizing the importance of internal motivation and supportive peer relationships. Listeners learn how shifting from a focus on producti...
Matt Patterson's Road to Redemption and Innovation (Mini Split Matt)
What if your past doesn't define your future, but instead propels you to greater heights? Discover the astonishing journey of Matt Patterson, the visionary behind Mini Split Matt, as he candidly shares his transformation from an illegal marijua...
Real Estate, Reiki, and a German Shepherd: A Podcast Episode with a Touch of Woof
Haunted houses aren't typically associated with life-changing career paths, but for West Coons, a harrowing experience with the supernatural opened the door to a journey of spiritual enlightenment and healing. The Real Estate Habits podcast is ...
Revolutionizing Real Estate Investing: Unveiling the Power of "Subject-To" Transactions and Commission Reform
Embark on a real estate adventure with the formidable Carrie Copenhaver as we explore the rich tapestry of her journey from a single home in 2006 to a staggering portfolio of roughly 20 properties boasting 32 doors. Through laughter and a share...
From Naval Officer to Real Estate Mogul: Geoffrey Whiteside's Journey to Triumph
Have you ever wondered how a Naval Officer could transition into a real estate tycoon? That's the fascinating journey our guest, Geoffrey Whiteside, navigates us through as he recounts his remarkable shift from disciplined military service to t...
A Quantum Leap in Real Estate: Social Media Tactics with Alex Byrd
Ever wondered how to harness the power of social media to boost your real estate business? Join us as we sit down with Alex Byrd, a savvy social media coach from the Social Bird Company, who reveals her unique professional journey and how it le...
From Old Fashioned Drinks to Cutting-Edge Marketing: A Fun and Informative Conversation
In this podcast episode, the host introduces marketing experts Erik J Olson and Matt Smith. Erik is the CEO and Founder of Array Digital, which helps law firms grow through digital marketing, while Matt is the co-founder of Crush Digital, focus...
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"From Navy Chief to Real Estate Broker: Michael Little's Unconventional Path to Success"
In this podcast episode, Kenny welcomes special guest Michael Little from Iron Valley Real Estate. They discuss Michael's background in the Navy and his journey in real estate. They also talk about Iron Valley Real Estate and why Michael decide...
Reviving the Personal Touch in Real Estate: A Journey with Real Producers Magazine
Step into the world of real estate with me and my guest, Joni from Real Producers Magazine, as we stroll down memory lane to explore the birth and evolution of the magazine right from Indianapolis under the guidance of Remington Ramsey. We'll a...
Climbing the Corporate Ladder and Launching a Cornhole Empire: The Inspiring Journey of Claudell Clarke
Get ready to discover the inspiring journey of Claudell Clarke, President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of Greater Hampton Roads, as we chat about his experiences climbing the corporate ladder and launching a unique cornhole equipment a...
From Debt Collector to Credit Savior: Overcoming Financial Hypocrisy and Turning Lives Around with Dwayne Jenkins
Ever felt like a hypocrite in your own life? Our guest, Dwayne Jenkins, founder of Credit Kwon Doe, certainly did when he was a debt collector with terrible credit himself. Listen to Dwayne's journey as he shares how he managed to raise his cre...
The Hidden Truth Behind Home Warranties and Real Estate
Ready to debunk home warranty myths and discover how they play a crucial role in real estate contracts? Join us as we chat with Tina and Maddie from Achosa, a Home Warranty company, and gain valuable insights on why home warranties are a must-h...
"Bourbon and Real Estate: A Perfect Pairing on the Real Estate Happens Podcast"
In this episode of the Real Estate Happens podcast, host Kenny Letner and guest Zach Gier discuss their recent training on ninja selling, their new office spaces, and the potential impact of AI on the real estate industry. They also talk about ...
"The Great Real Estate Debate: Bubble or Undervalued?"
In this podcast episode, Kenny Letner hosts Christian Phillips and Aric Martinez to discuss the current state of the real estate market and whether there is a housing bubble. Christian believes there is a bubble that will eventually pop, while ...
We're Back........
In this episode of the Real Estate Happens podcast, host Kenny Letner and guest Craig Jones discuss various topics related to real estate, including Kenny's expanding business and new office, real estate technology, and AI-generated content. Th...
The Holiday Market
Short Podcast about how to get a great Deal during the holidays.....
Talk to me Tuesday Rates and the industry
Listen to the current market conditions with some of the area leading expert's that we ran into on Talk to me Tuesdays.....
How to pick the right house and who pays for repairs.
When you find the right house, it is super exciting but let’s talk about some details of picking the right home (Top Three Questions to ask) Once you find that home answer the three questions, we now have inspections, and you...
Talk to me Tuesday. What's your Revolution?
Talk to me Tuesdays is random interviews with people we meet in everyday places. This week to talked to Dr Charles S Corprew III, Podcaster and venture capitalist.Come join us as we dive into his personal revolutio...
The Fed, Housing Market and Agents
Join us on our new platform Blast Radio as we talk all things Real Estate and some other things......
Interest Rates, Foreclosures and the President, oh my
Is the Cost of a Home More Important than the Price Find out the difference between the cost or a home and the price of a home,,,,there is a differenceWill Foreclosures Crush the Housing Market Next Year?...
Building wealth in your business
Join us this week as we talk about how to build wealth and capital in your business. Whether you are a Real Estate professional or you are solely in sales and work under a 1099, this is one conversation you do not want to miss.___...
Disclosures, LLC's and IRA's, man that is a lot.
This week we talk about Disclosures. What is required? What is not required? We ask the very intriguing question: When it is optional to disclose, what should we do?We also talk about LLC's. How real estate profe...