WORK HARD / PLAY HARD: Recent Episodes
Ryan Harding
Welcome to the Work Hard Play Hard podcast! In this episode, host Ryan Harding is joined by Chris Mickelsen, the number one real estate agent in Utah County. Chris's journey into real estate began in 2013, driven by a desire for a better work-life balance after years of exhaustive business-to-business sales and international travel. Despite initially believing real estate might be easier, Chris quickly learned the challenges of the industry and has since mastered the art of selling homes.Chris shares candid insights into his early years, including the steep learning curve and his innovative use of social media to build his brand and reach clients. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity in his videos, showcasing his real personality and approach to real estate, which sets him apart in a crowded market.Listeners will learn about Chris's strategies for success, including his effective use of Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok to engage with potential buyers and sellers. He also discusses the impact of recent industry changes, like the NAR settlement, and how he adapts to new challenges to continue thriving.Beyond real estate, Chris is deeply committed to giving back. He talks passionately about his annual trips to Guatemala, where he and a dedicated group build homes for families in need. This charitable work has created a strong community bond among participants and made a significant impact on the lives of many.Throughout the episode, Chris provides valuable advice for aspiring real estate agents and anyone looking to succeed in a competitive field. His story is a testament to hard work, consistency, and the power of maintaining a balance between professional dedication and personal enjoyment.If you're seeking inspiration and practical tips to enhance your career, this episode is a must-listen. Follow Chris's journey and discover how he balances his professional and personal life while making a positive difference in the world.#RealEstate #TopAgent #UtahCounty #WorkHardPlayHard #RealEstateJourney #SocialMediaMarketing #Authenticity #HomeBuilding #GivingBack #Podcast #SuccessStory #RyanHarding #ChrisMikkelson #RealEstateSuccess #Inspiration #BusinessJourney
Welcome to the "Work Hard, Play Hard" podcast, where we explore the balance between ambitious work ethic and the pursuit of joyful living. This week, we're thrilled to welcome Darcee Oliva, the dog-friendly realtor who's revolutionizing the way we think about home-buying for pet lovers.
In this episode, Darcee shares her passion for both real estate and furry companions, discussing how her unique approach to home buying considers the needs of not just the homeowner but their beloved pets as well.
Join us as we delve into Darcee's journey in the real estate industry, her tips for pet-friendly house hunting, and the heartwarming stories of families finding their dream homes with their furry companions in tow. Whether you're a pet owner looking for your next home or simply a real estate enthusiast, this episode offers insights, laughs, and plenty of tail-wagging moments.
So grab your headphones, leash up your pup, and get ready to be inspired by Darcee Oliva's passion for pairing humans with their perfect pet-friendly properties. Tune in to the "Work Hard, Play Hard" podcast for an episode that's sure to leave you barking with excitement!
Join us this week on the "Work Hard / Play Hard" podcast as we delve into the intricacies of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) real estate settlement with our esteemed guest, Ammon Childs. Ammon, a seasoned expert in the field, offers a profound analysis of the settlement's impact on the vibrant Utah real estate market.
Through his years of experience and deep-rooted knowledge, Ammon sheds light on the far-reaching effects of the NAR settlement, providing invaluable insights for both industry professionals and aspiring homeowners alike. From regulatory shifts to market dynamics, he navigates the complexities with finesse, offering clarity in uncertain times.
Tune in as Ammon shares his unique perspective, drawing from his wealth of experience in real estate. Gain exclusive access to his wisdom as he unravels the lessons learned along the way, offering actionable advice for success in the ever-evolving landscape of real estate.
Whether you're a seasoned investor or a first-time buyer, this episode promises to be an enlightening journey through the intricacies of the NAR real estate settlement and its implications for the Utah market. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from one of the industry's finest minds. Join us on the "Work Hard / Play Hard" podcast for a discussion that transcends the ordinary and offers profound insights into the world of real estate.
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Welcome to the latest episode of the "Work Hard / Play Hard" podcast, where we delve into the lives of individuals who have mastered the art of balancing their professional endeavors with their personal passions. This week, we sit down with Tim Leary, the innovative mind behind a subscription-based handyman service that's revolutionizing the home maintenance industry.
Join us as Tim shares his journey from traditional handyman work to the inception of his unique subscription model, offering homeowners hassle-free access to regular maintenance and repairs. Discover how Tim's entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to exceptional service have propelled his business to success, all while allowing him to maintain a fulfilling personal life.
In this episode, Tim offers invaluable insights into the challenges and rewards of running a subscription-based business, as well as practical tips for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to carve out their niche in a competitive market. From managing workload to fostering a culture of excellence, Tim's story is sure to inspire listeners to find their own balance between work and play.
Tune in to gain exclusive access to Tim Leary's expertise and learn how embracing innovation and creativity can transform not only your business but also your overall quality of life. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or simply curious about the evolving landscape of service-based industries, this episode promises to deliver inspiration and actionable advice to help you thrive in both your professional and personal pursuits.
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Welcome to the "Work Hard, Play Hard Real Estate Podcast" – the ultimate destination for all things real estate, where we combine the thrill of hard work with the joys of play in the world of property investment!
Join us in this episode of the Work Hard / Play Hard Podcast as we dive into navigating making the switch from brokerages with Boo Maddox.
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Welcome to the "Work Hard, Play Hard Real Estate Podcast" – the ultimate destination for all things real estate, where we combine the thrill of hard work with the joys of play in the world of property investment!
Join us in this episode of the Work Hard / Play Hard Podcast as we dive into the ins and outs of real estate over the last 25 years with Real Estate Veteran Ned Chidester.
Don't miss out on the "Work Hard, Play Hard Real Estate Podcast." Subscribe now and start your journey towards financial success and a life filled with adventure, fun, and freedom. Remember, it's not just about working hard; it's about playing hard too!
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Welcome to the "Work Hard, Play Hard Real Estate Podcast" – the ultimate destination for all things real estate, where we combine the thrill of hard work with the joys of play in the world of property investment!
Join us in this episode of the Work Hard / Play Hard Podcast as we dive into becoming an agent at a Real Estate Group. Also learn about the importance of utilizing a Real Estate agent when buying a home.
Don't miss out on the "Work Hard, Play Hard Real Estate Podcast." Subscribe now and start your journey towards financial success and a life filled with adventure, fun, and freedom. Remember, it's not just about working hard; it's about playing hard too!
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Interview with Clayton Cundy who is the Associate Broker for JC Realty in Spanish Fork, Utah.
Ep. 35 Why Using A Realtor Is More Important Then Ever - Conversation With Clayton Cundy
Welcome to the "Work Hard, Play Hard Real Estate Podcast" – the ultimate destination for all things real estate, where we combine the thrill of hard work with the joys of play in the world of property investment!
Join us in this episode of the Work Hard / Play Hard Podcast as we dive into how you can make money off the empty space you have at home or in a business. Also learn about how to identify properties that may have more than one income stream.
Don't miss out on the "Work Hard, Play Hard Real Estate Podcast." Subscribe now and start your journey towards financial success and a life filled with adventure, fun, and freedom. Remember, it's not just about working hard; it's about playing hard too!
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Ep. 34 - How To MakeMoney Off Empty Space In Your Home Or Business - Conversation with Neighbor CEO
Welcome to the"Work Hard, Play Hard Real Estate Podcast" – the ultimate destinationfor all things real estate, where we combine the thrill of hard work with thejoys of play in the world of property investment!
Join us in thisepisode of the Work Hard / Play Hard Podcast as we dive into how you can makemoney off the empty space you have at home or in a business. Also learn abouthow to identify properties that may have more than one income stream.
Don't miss out on the"Work Hard, Play Hard Real Estate Podcast." Subscribe now and startyour journey towards financial success and a life filled with adventure, fun,and freedom. Remember, it's not just about working hard; it's about playing hardtoo!
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Ep. 33 - ForecastingThe Utah Real Estate Market & The Locked in Effect with SuAnne Hoffman
Welcome to the"Work Hard, Play Hard Real Estate Podcast" – the ultimate destinationfor all things real estate, where we combine the thrill of hard work with thejoys of play in the world of property investment!
Join us in thisepisode of the Work Hard / Play Hard Podcast as we dive into the innovativeways homes are being constructed in the year 2023. Our guest, Wade Peterson, aseasoned builder at the forefront of these developments, discusses thegroundbreaking trends in home construction. Discover how the industry isreshaping the way we build and live in homes.
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In this episode we explore Southern Utah talking with Paul Maag & Alex Gerdel two realtors who are killing it down south!
They talk about future projects happening along with why the nightly rental home is still doing well despite the downturn.
Welcome to the "Work Hard, Play Hard Real Estate Podcast" – the ultimate destination for all things real estate, where we combine the thrill of hard work with the joys of play in the world of property investment!
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Ep. 31 - Building Tomorrow: Innovations in Home Construction Featuring Journey's End Homes
Welcome to the "Work Hard, Play Hard Real Estate Podcast" – the ultimate destination for all things real estate, where we combine the thrill of hard work with the joys of play in the world of property investment!
Join us in this episode of the Work Hard / Play Hard Podcast as we dive into the innovative ways homes are being constructed in the year 2023. Our guest, Wade Peterson, a seasoned builder at the forefront of these developments, discusses the groundbreaking trends in home construction. Discover how the industry is reshaping the way we build and live in homes.
Don't miss out on the "Work Hard, Play Hard Real Estate Podcast." Subscribe now and start your journey towards financial success and a life filled with adventure, fun, and freedom. Remember, it's not just about working hard; it's about playing hard too!
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In this episode we sit down with an incredible agent with 6 years of experience here in Utah. Angel has grown his business off referrals and building his personal brand! We talk all things Social Media and and Angel shares his process for staying in front of clients and providing value! We talk about the current market as it shifts and the opportunities buyers have right now, as well as how they can get started in real estate investing! Angel gives his advice for building, selling, buying, property management and even for new Agents! Tune in and learn from one of the best in the biz!
Do you like numbers, data, market analysis and statistics? Its important to understand WHY you're investing and HOW your money is working for you when it comes to Real Estate and Masyn is the agent you want to talk to! This episode was a deeper dive into the perks that come with buying Real Estate and how to decide when and what you should be buying. Plenty of agents will tell you to buy now, and now is the best time, but they may not be able to show you why! Masyn shares with us his investing journey and how you can get started the same way! We chat about the current market and the benefits of buying now vs other markets we've seen. If you're wanting to learn and study before you jump in, subscribe to Masyn's newsletter and tune into this episode!
In this episode we sit down with Zef Martinez! This agent has a long background in sales and building relationships and he's storming the Industry here in Utah! Zef specializes in First Time Home buyers and shares the biggest tips for buying your first home! We talk about the current state of the market, new construction, selling a home, setting goals, educating yourself an agent, and gaining trust with clients! Keep an eye out for Zef as he he continues to dominate and climb the rankings here in Utah, and of course hit him up if you're looking to get into a home!
There's no better way to start off the new year than sitting down with the one and only Michael Perry from the The Perry Group! With over a billion dollars sold, the Perry group is the #1 team in the state of Utah! In this episode we talk, leadership, growing a team, and separating yourself from thousands of other agents. We chat investing and luxury flips, as well as the current state of the market/ where we're headed! This is one of the best analyzations of the current real estate climate you'll hear! Don't miss it!
This week we sit down with a new agent to the industry with a huge work ethic! Sawyer Porterfield is a Realtor at Keller Williams and grew up in the real estate industry flipping homes and managing properties. Now, hes building a business and a brand of his own! In this episode, Sawyer shares his story and we talk about the importance of work ethic, setting goals, taking care of clients, education and marketing. We talk about the current state of the market and opportunity for first time home buyers, as well as the steps to take to get into a home. We talk investing, flipping, nightly rentals and much much more! If you're interested in Real Estate, or working in this industry.. Don't miss this this one!
This week we sit down with a team of many talents! The Pack, Jones and Associates team are not only great Real Estate Agents, but great Musicians! You can catch their monthly music videos on Facebook, Instagram or Youtube! This episode is full of expert insights, market analysis/ forecast and great advice for first time home buyers, sellers and new agents! These incredible Realtors are all about taking care of clients and showing them that they care. They've had great success in the industry building relationships with clients and giving back to the community. Look out for this team, and don't miss this one!
Our first returning guest on the show! Round two with Tony Acosta, CEO of 1% Lists Wasatch Front, Host of the #AskTonyShow, Forbes Real Estate Council member and Directer of the Utah Podcast Coalition.
In this Episode, Tony shares why his company is having so much success in this current market and how agents can adapt and do better. We discuss what makes a good leader and the growing pains of starting and operating a business.
Tune in to hear Tony's take on the market and some exciting new things hes working on!
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This week we sit down with Utah Realtor, Clint Allred as he shares his story of starting off in the industry right out of High School and building a successful business! Clint has built his business around taking care of his clients and going above and beyond. He's also a firm believer in building his own Real Estate portfolio and helping his clients do the same. Tune in as we discuss the market, navigating the home buying process right now, getting started investing in Real Estate and much much more! We also get Clints take on on owning and operating an Airbnb here in Utah!
This week we get to sit down with Kenya Arnett as she shares her real estate investing Journey! Kenya is a full time Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams and has achieved over 70 transactions! With a portfolio of 9 rental properties, she's a firm believer in investing in real estate and practicing what you preach! In this episode we talk how to start investing, what options are out there, how to manage properties, pros and cons, doing your research and building wealth! We also dive into the current market and forecast what's to come! Kenya has an inspiring story and can help you get started too!
This show is all about top agents in the industry and highlighting the best of the best! Justin Hutchins, owner/broker of the Legacy Real Estate group definitely falls in that category! Justin was voted best agent of 2021 by Utah Valley's Daily Herald news! In this episode he shares his story, what makes him and his team successful, his take on the market, his advice to new agents and homebuyers, building relationships, Real Estate investing and some awesome stories from working in this industry for over 8 years!
This week we sit down with Realtor, Jenelle Mccolm and talk mindset for success, showing clients you care, Investing, social media marketing, personal branding, market forecast, commercial Real Estate and of course, why you should Sell With Jenelle!
This week we sit down with RanLife Real Estate Rookie of the year and Top 500 Realtor! Ishmael is storming the industry and he shares his recipe for success and how he takes care of his clients. The market is shifting this year and we discuss whats happening and where it's going. If you're thinking about buying, selling or getting into Real Estate, check out this interview with Ishmael Villarroel!
If you're a first time Homebuyer, you've probably heard a lot of different things, from a lot of different people when it comes to buying your first home. In this episode we break down some of the potential pitfalls to avoid and the proper steps to take in this current real estate market. We also talk the pros and cons of new construction and how you can get started on that process. If you're looking for a great agent, tune in and see why Jeff is your guy!
This week we sit down with an agent who's passionate about making a difference. A large portion of Loreana's business is helping immigrants come to the United States and Achieve Home Ownership. Loreana shares how she built her business, what sets her apart from other agents and how she sets and achieves goals. We talk market updates in terms of rates, home prices and competition and Loreana shares her forecast on we'll see in the market moving forward.
In this episode we interview Dan Dixon, Remax Associates Realtor/Broker. Dan has been in this industry for over 20 years as an Agent, Lender and Appraiser. He brings a unique perspective on the market as we discuss current market conditions and forecast where it's headed. We also talk leadership and nightly rentals. Don't miss it!
In this episode we sit down with Andrew Tuttle, and Scot Hazard. Two of the best in the industry in their perspective fields. With over 40 years of combined experience, these two shed light on the current market conditions in terms of new development and demand in this market. We discuss urban planning and some of the challenges home buyers are seeing today and how to navigate them. One of the best updates / forecasts yet! Don't miss it!
In this episode Cameron shares how he grew his business knocking door to door, how he grew his investment portfolio and we talk all things nightly rentals!
In this episode we get to sit down with top producing agent and Broker/ CEO of Presidio Real Estate, Jennifer Yeo. We get her unique perspective on leadership and growing a successful Real Estate business. Jennifer shares some of her experiences in selling multi million dollar listings in Utahs most beautiful locations. Of course, we get Jen's advice to new agents and first time homebuyers, and her forecast for todays market.
Interview with Terry Bailey on these current market conditions and how first time homebuyers should go about it. He also gives his forecast and some other interesting factors to consider. Terry has built his business on having the customers best interest in mind and in this episode he shares a little bit about how he's done that, and been so successful!
The Jimmy Rex interview! From top Realtor in the State, to investor, to best selling author, Jimmy shares the secret to success and how to overcome failure. He offers advice to Real Estate professionals, and homebuyers in this current market. We also get an inside look at his latest project, "We Are The They", a mens coaching group.
If you're looking to buy a home in this market, this investing strategy could be the answer for you! Learn how this Utah Realtor, Jens Nielsen was able to generate income from his primary residence, and how you can too! In this episode we go in depth on "House Hacking", Social media marketing for growing your business and this current Real Estate market!
Interview with Boo Maddox, Realtor at Edge homes. In this episode we get inside the mind of this top agent and how he got his start! Boo shares what drives him and what he attributes his success too. We talk new construction homes and the role Boo plays within Edge Homes. Boo gives some advice for buyers looking to build and gives his take on the general Real Estate Market here in Utah. We'll cover Boo's newest venture, MadCash Media and talk personal branding/ content creation via Social Media. Boo is the master marketer/ networker and we're lucky to have him on this Episode!
In this Episode we take a deep dive into the home buying process, and walk through Do's and Dont's of qualifying for a mortgage. We go over the steps you should take and where to start, as well as the different options/programs that are available to you.
Interview with Adrian Maco, Top 500 Realtor here in Utah and the #1 Agent with the Perry Group. Adrian gives advice for new agents and tell his inspiring story, how he sets and achieves goals, and what drives him to be the best agent for his clients. Success leaves clues and in this Episode Adrian lets us in on some of those!
Originally posted 3/14/22
Interview with Tanisia Davis & Chaz Williams on how to navigate this unique market and get offers accepted. Also what drew Chaz to work with Tanisia on the Brick by Brick Real Estate Team at EXP Realty!
Originally posted 3/8/22
Interview with Tony Acosta on how social media and his own podcast has helped him reach new markets and really educate and help his clients!
Originally posted 3/2/22
This week we tackle an important subject - Credit! We talk about why it's important and how to build credit, how to fix credit and how to just see your credit for free.
Original Release Date 2/25/22
In this podcast, we talk about title insurance and why it's important when buying a home. Guest speaker - Mark Schroeppel from Utah First Title
Originally posted 2/15/22
Today we talk about 4 new loan programs that can help people in this market. The four programs are:
Doctor Loan - $0 Down Loan Up to 1 Million for Doctors!
Long Term Lock Program - Building a home? Lock in your rate up to 1 year in advance!
Solar Financing - Have solar, want a better way to pay for it?
Investor Loan - Looking to buy an investment property? Qualify with no income if payment does not exceed the expected rent!
Originally posted 2/8/22
Interview with the Altair Team @ BHG Real Estate Influence Partners.
In this podcast we talk with Joe Willis, Casey Stearns & Travis Sorenson about the current housing market, interest rate / real estate forecast for 2022 and why using a realtor is more important than ever!