Dogs on the Loose and Deals on the Line: Real Estate Gone Wild with Janet Johnson
Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate with Leigh Brown
Release Date: 03/20/2025
Revolutionizing Real Estate Tours in the Digital Age with Brad Lewis
Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate with Leigh Brown
Buckle up for a wild ride through real estate innovation! Join Brad Lewis, a tech-savvy REALTOR® who traded Lake Tahoe's peaks for Tennessee's farmland, as he reveals how a single frustrating property tour sparked the creation of LivePad - a game-changing technology that's about to revolutionize how real estate agents and clients navigate home searches. Get ready for a conversation that's part technology breakthrough, part lifestyle revolution, and 100% pure real estate excitement! Key takeaways to listen for How a frustrating property tour inspired a tech revolution in real estate...
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Bob’s Investor's Toolkit: Focus, Delegation, and Market Insights
Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate with Leigh Brown
What happens when a former NHL hockey player trades his skates for real estate deals? Meet Bob Lachance, a pro-athlete turned real estate investor and entrepreneur. Hear his secrets on thriving in any market, plus the story of Bob's first-ever flip that kicked off his real estate career, complete with lessons learned the hard (and hilarious) way. Tune in for insights you won’t want to miss! Key takeaways to listen for How a former pro hockey player’s discipline turned into real estate success A forgotten strategy that might become your competitive advantage Can artificial...
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Property Rights Under Siege: Andy Webb’s Fight for Local Real Estate
Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate with Leigh Brown
Get ready to unpack some wild real estate stories and political showdowns with former McDowell County Commissioner and longtime real estate professional Andy Webb. From dealing with aggressive Treasury agents to local water wars and property tax debates, this conversation dives deep into the gritty realities faced by property owners in Western North Carolina. Tune in for an eye-opening discussion about community trust, government overreach, and why local knowledge trumps federal oversight every time. Key takeaways to listen for What happens when a Treasury agent demands local property?...
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Making It Work from Day One: Tina’s Playbook for New RE Agents
Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate with Leigh Brown
Tina Jan didn’t just survive 20 years in California real estate, she built a business around solving the problems most agents ignore. From schlepping signs in heels to launching a company that handles open house logistics for you, she shares what it’s like to break into a tight-knit market as a total outsider and how she turns community knowledge into profit. Plus, stick around for the wild tale of squatters, no toilets, and one very gutsy house sitter! Key takeaways to listen for How Tina turned a common real estate hassle into a thriving business What it really takes to succeed...
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Lisa Scott Shares Confidence Building Moves for New Agents
Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate with Leigh Brown
Lisa Scott ditched evictions for open houses, and she’s never looked back. In this episode, she dishes on her bold leap from property management to real estate sales, building a business in a brand-new state with nothing but church ties and Facebook wit. But just when you think it’s all contracts and confidence, buckle up for the $2M lead that turned into a surprise road trip, a wire transfer meltdown, and one accidental hostage situation. Hit play for laughs, lessons, and the kind of crazy story only real estate can deliver. Key takeaways to listen for Why Lisa ditched property...
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Measuring, Marketing, and Mentorship with Bill Whitaker
Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate with Leigh Brown
When Bill Whitaker moved from Charlotte to coastal South Carolina, he brought decades of experience and a blunt message for agents who cut corners. In this episode, he highlights the dangers of skipping professional measurements, neglecting photo quality, and disregarding disclosure rules. And yes, the crazy story involves a neighbor, a flooded yard, and one very upset buyer. So tune in! Key takeaways to listen for What Bill learned after pivoting markets and rebooting his real estate career The costly risks of relying on tax records and skipping professional measurements Why bad listing...
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Real Estate Beyond Selling: Investing, Growing, and Taking Risks with Shannon and James
Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate with Leigh Brown
Shannon Watkins doesn’t just run a brokerage, with 23 years in the game, she runs an empire. James Clark joined her team after a full career in insurance, and together, they dish on time management, real trust, and why real estate is definitely not part-time work. And if you think your last project was a mess, wait until you hear about the lake house with a hex, a missing contractor, and a seller whose legal spouse was “out of state” for very suspicious reasons. This is an episode you won’t want to miss! Key takeaways to listen for How Shannon’s team gives agents the chance...
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What Happens When Buyers Ghost You? Mindy DeLano's Wildest Real Estate Lesson
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Real estate wasn’t Mindy DeLano’s first rodeo but it’s where she found her stride. With a background in healthcare and a heart for first-time buyers, she brings empathy, grit, and just enough grammar police energy to keep things entertaining. From porch-sittin’ veterans to social media shade, this one’s got all the feels. And just wait until you hear what went down with the chicken-loving buyers on the worst possible day! Key takeaways to listen for Where real learning actually happens in real estate How Mindy built a thriving business by leaning into connection, not commission...
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Pajamas, Water Slides & Wisdom: Real Estate Lessons from Mama Connie
Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate with Leigh Brown
Ever wondered what 40 years of real estate wisdom sounds like? Leigh sits down with her real estate “mama,” Connie M. Corey, for a masterclass on how to build trust, keep clients for generations and survive everything from busted floor joists to government boards. Just when you think it’s all business, wait for the story that ends with matching pajamas, water slides, and one unforgettable Christmas tradition! Key takeaways to listen for How a law enforcement career and a casual open house launched Connie’s path in real estate Why some tenants choose to rent for life and what...
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Real Estate Pricing Tips From Appraiser-Turned-Agent Eric J. Barth
Crazy Sh*t In Real Estate with Leigh Brown
Eric J. Barth used to crank out 300+ appraisals a year, then realized the real money (and the real fun) was in doing the deals himself. In this episode, he shares what most agents overlook, how to really use data to price homes, and why your comps might not be cutting it. This is a masterclass in blending numbers with neighborhood know-how you won’t want to miss! Key takeaways to listen for Why the “yes/no” drive-by system before 2008 was bound to collapse Certified vs. Licensed Appraisers: What actually matters when valuing property Reasons understanding micro-markets and...
info_outlineWhat happens when you mix relocation clients, a final walkthrough on Zoom, and two unexpected dogs? You get one wildly unforgettable moment in real estate. In this episode, we chat with Janet Johnson, who shares what it’s really like to move your career across state lines and keep your cool when chaos breaks out mid-transaction. You’re going to love this conversation!
Key takeaways to listen for
- The surprising differences between real estate rules in Wisconsin and Tennessee
- Why relocation clients are flocking to Tennessee
- How Janet balances real estate, grandparenting, and leading a Girl Scout troop
- What makes Chattanooga a hidden gem for outdoor lovers and history buffs
Resources mentioned in this episode
About Janet Johnson
Janet is a seasoned real estate agent with a background in Artificial Intelligence, Software Development, and Project Management. She brings those skills to enhance the home buying and selling experience.
Focused on doing the right thing in providing fiduciary duty to her clients, she takes advantage of educational opportunities to hone her negotiation and contract skills. Her goal is that you will be so amazed with your Real Estate experience that you will tell all your friends and family!
Connect with Janet
- Website: Janet Johnson Homes
- LinkedIn: Janet Johnson Homes
- Facebook: Janet King Johnson
- Instagram: @janetjohnson0517
- YouTube: Janet Johnson Homes
- Phone Number: 423-774-2965 | 423-664-160
- Email: [email protected]
Connect with Leigh
Please subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast app at https://pod.link/1153262163, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.
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