Have you ever heard someone tell you, "Life is short" or "Life is what you make of it"? I bet you have. But here's the real question: do we truly internalize those words and apply them to our daily lives? Let's be honest, more often than not, the answer is a resounding "No. But today, I invite you to embark on a remarkable journey with me. Get ready for a captivating interview with Ahmed Islam, a local Realtor® who has faced numerous struggles in life. Yet, time and time again, Ahmed has chosen to embrace those challenges, transforming them into stepping stones towards a better and stronger p ..read more

Caryn, Chichi, and Christy chat about commercial real estate (and Canva!)  I'm sensing a "C" trend here! Have you ever wondered what it's like to dabble in commercial real estate? Or are you well-versed in commercial transactions? Either way, grab yourself a chair, pour yourself a cup of your favorite cocktail (Frose, if you're Caryn, and Pinot Grigio, if you're Chichi), and chill while you listen to us chat about all things commercial real estate.  Cheers, my friends!  This episode is brought to you by the letter, "C ..read more

Join us for an exciting podcast episode as we dive into the summer vibes with a fascinating guest. This episode features a dynamic real estate mogul who is also a mastermind behind delightful drink creations.  While the mogul title may be up for discussion, one thing is certain – our guest is a true drink creator! Get ready to join me and Joe Berendsohn, a local Realtor®, as we engage in a captivating conversation about Joe's successful career in real estate, his boundless creativity, and his exciting new partnership with Mermaid Spirits, a local distillery nestled in Huntingdon Valley, P ..read more

What would you do if you had the opportunity to interview a Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter?  Well, if you're like me, you'd get yourself cozy in your dining room, fire up Zoom, dial up your guest, hit record, and get comfy. And also freak out a little. Because we've never interviewed a guest quite like Bill Dedman!  Bill Dedman was a lead investigator on the Long Island Divided investigation, which uncovered some very disturbing and eye-opening practices that were taking place in the real estate industry in Long Island, NY.  In turn, this investigation, and its findings, have c ..read more

Did you look in your closet this morning and wonder what hat you'd be wearing for the day?  As Realtors®, agents, and affiliates of the business, we all know this life requires many different hats, and sometimes it requires us to wear several hats on the same day!  Well, meet Marshal Granor, attorney, licensed real estate Broker in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, licensed title insurance agent, an instructor at BCREI, President of Community Management Services Group, and the list goes on and on.  Marshal understands the meaning of wearing many different hats, so what a treat it was ..read more

Hey there, real estate enthusiasts! Get ready for a special episode of Killin' It in Real Estate that you won't want to miss. We've got some amazing guests on the show today - a group of talented high school seniors from Archbishop Wood Catholic High School who are taking a one-of-a-kind class called "Fundamentals of Real Estate," taught by none other than Realtor® John Iannarelli. But that's not all - John took his students on a field trip to the Bucks County Association of Realtors® and I had the privilege of chatting with them about podcasting. In this episode, you'll hear directly from the ..read more

Can you imagine moving halfway around the world with your family? Then having to learn all new customs, a new language, and figure out how to create a life for yourself? I know I can't! Listen in as I sit down with Rose Yuan, a local Realtor® (and much more!) as she talks about how her move to the United States of America more than 40 years ago shaped the life she lives now.  You can learn more about the DEI Committee that she co-chairs at BCAR. BCAR members are welcome to join. The upcoming virtual Fair Housing event called “Lessons Learned from the Long Island Divided” with lead investi ..read more

Are you thinking of selling your home? Are you a Realtor® who just took a listing? Are you wondering how you're going to make a space look welcoming, inviting, and connect with buyers?  Well, sit down and take a listen to Nancy Vander Zwan, owner of Staging Craft, as we talk about how to stage that space perfectly!  And while you're listening, please be sure to enjoy The Home Stager, Nancy's favorite, personally coined cocktail - Tito's on the rocks, with a kiss of lime and some Rose's lime juice. (Enjoy it responsibly, of course!)   If you're looking for a place where you can v ..read more

Have you heard the term, "social media?" I sure hope so! But, if you're anything like me, that's about all you know about social media. Thanks to our guest, Amy Berridge, owner of BuxMont Social Media and Marketing, once you listen to our podcast, you'll no longer be in the dark!  Tune in to hear Amy chat about trends for 2023, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and yes.... even MySpace.  Check out her beautiful website to learn more about how Amy can help serve all your social media needs. You might even see a familiar face on her front page!  While you're at it, check out Amy’s loc ..read more

We've made it to the end of season one, friends! Unbelievable, right? What's a host to do at the end of season one, other than to interview herself? Okay, maybe it's not an official interview... the question-and-answer format didn't work so well with myself!  Join me as we close out season one to reflect on how we got here and a little bit of where we're going. While we're talking about me... grab my favorite drink (tequila and club with lime) and take a listen.  Cheers to the end of season one and the beginning of season two!  Please remember, it's not selfish to take care of y ..read more