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Stop Wineing About Real Estate
The podcast "Stop Wineing About Real Estate" features a lively format where hosts Emmanuel, the CEO of Choice Mortgage Group, and Sarah, the Director of Business Development, discuss various real estate topics. The unique twist of the show involves the hosts encouraging their guests to literally "wine" about real estate, by sharing their grievances or challenges in the industry over a glass of wine. The podcast aims to offer both insightful commentary and entertaining stories, creating an engaging atmosphere for listeners who are interested in real estate nuances, trends, and personal experiences from different professionals in the field.
Episodes
58 episodes
Ep. 57 - Zillow Flex, Sleepless Hustle & Massaging the Market: The Real Estate Maverick’s Playbook with Stacy Plean (Re-Air)
This re-release of one of our most talked-about episodes brings back powerhouse agent Stacy Plean, who unapologetically pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to stand out in real estate. From spending $14K/month on Zillow leads to fiel...
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Ep. 56 - Back for Seconds: Shaina Wizov’s Flavorful Journey into the Influencer World (Re-Air)
This episode was just too good not to serve again! We’re re-airing our wildly popular conversation with Shaina Wizov, the creative force behind Take a Bite Out of South Florida. In this listener-favorite, Shaina shares how she...
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Ep. 55 - Underwriting With Heart: Inside The Mortgage World with Marla Grassgreen
What happens when deep industry knowledge meets genuine empathy? In this candid and entertaining episode, underwriting manager Marla Grassgreen joins the show to pull back the curtain on what really goes on behind mortgage approvals. From debun...
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Ep. 54 - Her Way To Lead, Our Way To Laugh: Amy Stark- Snook In The Hot Seat
This episode brings the laughs, the leadership, and the real talk. Special guest Amy Stark-Snook, powerhouse Realtor®, leadership coach, and co-founder of the Amy & Noreen Team at Lang Realty, joins us for a ride that’s anything but busines...
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Ep. 53 - Real Estate, Real Talk: From Rookie Mistakes To $10M Deals with Paul Richmond and Mark Barone
This episode is packed with stories you won’t hear in sales training. From wild AmeriQuest memories and money-tree incentives to navigating $10 million cash closings, hosts Emmanuel and Sarah sit down with longtime friends and real est...
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Ep. 52 - From LA To Luxury: How Sarah Galperin Became A Go-To Relocation Expert in South Florida Real Estate
What happens when a former business development exec from LA pivots into South Florida real estate—and builds a $45M portfolio in under three years? In this high-energy episode, Sarah Galperin joins hosts Sarah Biernbaum and Emmanuel St. Germai...
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Ep. 51 - “I’m Gonna Be A Podcaster”—How Janine Stella Turned That Sentence Into A Studio, A Brand, And A Career
What happens when a former financial professional decides to walk away from her career and dive headfirst into podcasting and television production? In this episode of Stop Wineing About Real Estate, Janine Stella—TV producer turned po...
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Ep. 50 - Reframing ‘Manipulation’: The Psychology Of Sales, Emotions & Human Connection
What if manipulation wasn’t the villain in your sales strategy—but the misunderstood hero? In this powerful conversation, clinical social worker Mary Owens joins Emmanuel and Sarah to unravel the emotional and psychological undercurrents that d...
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Ep. 49 - Legacy, Leadership & Leveling Up: The Real Estate Evolution Of Jeffrey Levine
In this jam-packed episode of Stop Wineing About Real Estate, hosts Emmanuel St. Germain and Sarah Biernbaum sit down with Jeffrey Levine—CEO of Levine Coaching Company and team leader of Lux Places and Spaces Group—for an unfiltered, ...
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Ep. 48 - From Wall Street To Waterfront: How Gregory Frank Built A Luxury Real Estate Empire From Mortgage Mastery
What happens when a former mortgage mogul trades Wall Street hustle for oceanfront listings? In this power-packed episode of Stop Wineing About Real Estate, Sarah Biernbaum and Emmanuel St. Germain sit down with Gregory Frank—Compass l...
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Ep. 47 - Batman With A Utility Belt: Inside The Mind Of A Loan Partner Boss
In this special episode of Stop Wineing About Real Estate, host Sarah Biernbaum sits down with the one and only Elizabeth Bensassi—loan partner, problem-solver, team builder, and self-proclaimed Batman of the mortgage world. With wit, ...
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Ep. 46 - Zillow Flex, Sleepless Hustle & Massaging The Market: The Real Estate Maverick’s Playbook with Stacy Plean
In this can't-miss episode of Stop Wineing About Real Estate, rockstar agent Stacy Plean spills the real (estate) tea on everything from spending $14K/month on Zillow leads to answering client calls at 1AM—yes, really. Stacey’s not you...
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Ep. 45 - From Restaurant Entrepreneur To Loan Whisperer: How Richie Tackled ACL Recovery, AI, And The Mortgage Maze
What do knee surgery, reality TV drama, and cutting-edge AI tools have in common? Richie Gehrlein, of course. In this dynamic episode of Stop Wineing About Real Estate, host Emmanuel St. Germain and co-host Sarah Biernbaum welcome thei...
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Ep. 44 - From Corporate Grind To Family Find: Why Kirk Todd Left Big Mortgage For Choice Mortgage Group!
After 30 years at Mortgage Network and a stint at a major corporate lender, Kirk Todd made a bold move—leaving behind the big-box mortgage world for something better: Choice Mortgage Group. Why? Because he wanted more than just a job—he wanted ...
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Ep. 43 - Lawyers, Red Sox & Mold Nightmares: What They Don’t Tell You About Real Estate
In this no-holds-barred (and wine-fueled) episode of Stop Wineing About Real Estate, we sit down for a wildly entertaining Part 2 with attorney Steve Wallace. From awkward celebrity encounters with Red Sox owner John Henry to shocking ...
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Ep. 42 - The NAR Settlement, Real Estate’s Future & The Wild West Of Commercial Deals
What’s really happening in real estate after the NAR settlement? Are commissions truly changing, or are agents just finding workarounds? In this episode of Stop Wineing About Real Estate, Florida board-certified real estate attorney Steve Walla...
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Ep. 41 - Merging Minds, Markets & Mortgages: The Untold Story Behind The Power Move!
What happens when industry titans collide? In this episode of Stop Wineing About Real Estate, we uncork the untold story behind a game-changing merger in the mortgage world. Emmanuel, Brian, and Jared take us behind the scenes—how a chance meet...
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Ep. 40 - Secrets, Sales & Scandals: The Truth About Real Estate, Relationships & Million-Dollar Deals
What happens when real estate, dating, and million-dollar negotiations collide? In this episode of Stop Wineing About Real Estate, hosts Sarah Biernbaum and Emmanuel St. Germain sit down with powerhouse agent Becky Skeba-Mancini from R...
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Ep. 39 - Swipe, Wine, And Red Flags: Dating Disasters & Matchmaking Secrets
Dating in your 40s and 50s isn’t for the faint of heart—especially when your date’s background check reveals 38 criminal offenses! In this unfiltered and wildly entertaining episode of Stop Wineing About Real Estate, Sarah Bie...
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EP. 38 - Inside The $2M Market Shift: Real Estate Power Moves, AI Takeover & The CEO’s Secrets To Growth
What does it take to merge three massive Realtor associations, manage 75 employees, and oversee a real estate empire spanning 43,000 agents? Dionna Hall, CEO of the Realtor Association for Broward, Palm Beaches, and St. Lucie County, joins us t...
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Ep. 37 - Secrets Of Real Estate Success: Lessons From Terra Buckley & Brian Buckley’s 150-Deal Game Plan
Ever wonder how to turn a dream into a thriving real estate business? Terra and Brian Buckley, the powerhouse duo behind the Buckley Group, share their blueprint for success in this episode of Stop Wineing About Real Estate. From scali...
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Ep. 36 - The Power Of Partnerships: Building Trust And Business with Jameson Olsen
In this episode of Stop Wineing About Real Estate, host Sarah Biernbaum and returning guest Jameson Olsen, National Director of Marketing and Business Development for All My Sons Moving, explore the art of cultivating powerful partners...
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Ep. 35 - Divorce Drama, Squatters, And Prenups: Inside The World Of Real Estate Powerhouse Tammy B. Saltzman
What do squatters with electric bills, a $90,000 mystery HELOC, and essential oils called "Hope" have in common? They’re all part of the wild world of family and real estate law as told by legal guru Tammy Saltzman! In this episode of Stop ...
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Ep. 34 - Sipping Through 2024: A Year of Real Estate Revelations and Revelry!
Welcome to the ultimate 2024 recap of Stop Wineing About Real Estate! This special episode is a toast to the remarkable guests, unforgettable stories, and unparalleled insights that have made this year an extraordinary journey. From gr...
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Ep. 33 - Purple Parties & Real Estate Real Talk with James Hackman
In this engaging episode of Stop Wineing About Real Estate, hosts Sarah and Emmanuel uncork a spirited discussion with rising real estate star, James Hackman. From breaking down the nuances between being a real estate professional and ...
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