ReminderMedia proudly presents the Stay Paid Podcast. We help agents & entrepreneurs master the latest business trends to unlock growth and create a life of freedom. Along with a healthy dose of motivation and inspiration, hosts Luke Acree and Josh Stike tackle business-building subjects like lead generation and retention, digital marketing and social media tactics, and the revenue-producing potential of relationships within your sphere. Each episode aims to provide listeners with tangible steps that will take their businesses to the next level.
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Sep 28, 2026 · 1:00:42
After recruiting 20 agents and selling 98 homes, Chris Watters' CPA delivered the gut punch: zero profit. The breakthrough came when he realized the problem wasn't the agents—it…
Sep 21, 2026 · 51:51
Most teams obsess over splits and vanity metrics. Jim Allen built a juggernaut by flipping the script—engineering a 2:1 support-to-agent model, creating his own listings, and…
Sep 14, 2026 · 51:54
Most "teams" aren't teams—they're loose collections of agents. Tom Toole, leader of the #1 RE/MAX team in PA/DE and #12 nationwide, breaks down the org design, systems, and…
Sep 7, 2026 · 41:09
A handpicked, 11-agent team closing 300+ homes a year with no paid leads? That's exactly what Shannon Gillette has built—on brand, video, and a culture with zero tolerance for…
Aug 31, 2026 · 32:41
The Silver Dollar is back—and we're flipping the script. Luke previews his upcoming book for teams, distills insights from 50+ leader interviews, and unveils a high-impact…
Aug 27, 2026 · 39:24
High performers are told to chase work–life balance—but real life rarely sits still. Rebl Dad coauthor and Asset-Map CEO Adam Holt reveals how top-producing dads trade…
Aug 24, 2026 · 59:50
Most teams are built with a one-size-fits-all playbook. Coach Dave Richards explains why that breaks around 20 agents—and what it takes to evolve from a rainmaker team into a…
Aug 17, 2026 · 55:05
She sold 110 homes in a single year—and still lost $500,000. In this candid conversation, broker-owner Lisa Chinatti unpacks the hard lessons and the rebuild that took her…
Aug 10, 2026 · 44:32
Your biggest competitor is not the market or your script library. It is the inner propaganda convincing you and your clients to stall, doubt, and delay. Social psychologist Owen…
Aug 3, 2026 · 58:46
From rebuilding after the REO era to leading 220 agents, George Laughton breaks down how he scaled a Phoenix-based team to $1B in annual volume. Learn the hiring frameworks,…
Jul 27, 2026 · 42:18
Top performers don't avoid failure—they outlearn it. Former Tom Ferry coach and Navi Title VP Lance Billingsley reveals how the 13% win by focusing hard, iterating fast, and…
Jul 23, 2026 · 51:15
A five-agent team. 170 deals. $103M closed—and 100 of those by the leader himself. Andy Griesinger opens the hood on how a lean, elite "Navy SEAL" team operates, recruits, and…
Jul 20, 2026 · 29:21
When you lead with bold authenticity, you attract the right people and repel the wrong ones—and that's a strategic advantage. Leah Wolfe-Kraemer, branch owner at Realty ONE Group…
Jul 13, 2026 · 40:05
Too many agents are sitting on massive databases that don't convert. In this call-in coaching episode, Luke pinpoints why someone with 3,000 contacts only closed two deals—and…
Jul 9, 2026 · 29:27
She's #1 in South Dakota, #33 in the US, closed 358 units with just 23 agents—and runs a 53% profit margin. In this working session, Amy Stockberger opens her team's real…
Jul 6, 2026 · 42:22
Feeling the squeeze from regulation, commission changes, and nonstop tech hype? Medicare leader Christian Brindle joins Luke and Josh to deliver the antidote to panic—separating…
Jun 29, 2026 · 42:43
In this live call-in episode of Stay Paid, Josh, Luke, and Stephen answer real questions from real estate professionals across the country. Lainie (Texas) leads a 35-agent team…
Jun 22, 2026 · 31:44
What does getting fired from a yogurt shop have to do with $50 billion in luxury real estate video? Everything, if you're Ori Harel. Ori Harel is the founder of Reel-E.AI and…
Jun 15, 2026 · 46:24
No sales. Buyer objections. Mailers that seem to go nowhere. In this live call-in episode, Luke, Josh, and Stephen tackle three real business challenges and give the exact advice…
Jun 8, 2026 · 33:49
Tim Bushnell is back on Stay Paid — and he's closing deals at a rate most agents only dream about. As the #1 producer on the Acre Brothers team (top 1% Lynchburg MLS, 200+ sides…
Jun 1, 2026 · 31:43
In this live call-in episode of Stay Paid, Luke Acree, Josh Stike, & Acree Brothers Realty answer your most pressing questions on YouTube strategy, finding sellers, and building…
May 25, 2026 · 43:07
"Embrace what it is about you that's unique and create content around that." Christian Walsh started his YouTube channel during COVID with seven subscribers. Today, Wire…
May 18, 2026 · 37:03
In this live call-in episode of Stay Paid, Luke Acree, Josh Stike, & Acree Brothers Realty tackle your most pressing questions on scaling a service business, staying top of mind…
May 11, 2026 · 43:00
Don't miss this one. It's a paradigm shift. What does a former CEO of Realtor.com, former Senior VP at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, and 40-year real estate legend think every…
May 4, 2026 · 31:30
Quick question: how are you generating your best leads right now? In this live call-in episode of Stay Paid, Luke Acree, Josh Stike, and Acree Brothers Realty answer your most…
Apr 27, 2026 · 37:59
What does it take to go from answering phones as a receptionist to leading one of Georgia's top real estate companies to $3.8 billion in annual sales? DeAnn Golden — President &…
Apr 20, 2026 · 35:49
Two real business owners call in — and one of their stories is probably yours. In this live call-in episode of Stay Paid, hosts Luke Acree and Josh Stike take real questions from…
Apr 13, 2026 · 36:57
What does a 35-year veteran of real estate think about AI, private listings, and what it really takes to succeed today? Matthew Ferrara — real estate's industry whisperer — joins…
Apr 6, 2026 · 48:13
Think print is dead? Think again. In this live call-in episode, Luke Acree and Josh Stike answer real questions from listeners — covering why print marketing still outperforms…
Apr 2, 2026 · 48:06
Most agents avoid working with buyers—but Adam Boxman built his entire business around them. With over 500 families served and 90% of his business coming from repeat clients and…
Mar 30, 2026 · 35:53
Mary Kennedy Thompson, CEO of BNI, reveals the networking system responsible for generating over $27 billion in member-driven business. With a background in the Marine Corps and…
Mar 23, 2026 · 34:48
The comeback story every agent needs to hear. Jacob McLaughlin went from having $30 in his bank account to closing $25M in real estate sales—and building one of the…
Mar 16, 2026 · 43:34
What's the difference between agents who stay stuck and agents who scale? In this Stay Paid Q&A episode, we break down real-world questions from agents about generating better…
Mar 9, 2026 · 45:31
AI isn't the future — it's the present. In this episode, Rajeev Sajja, Chief AI Officer at BrightMLS, reveals that 61% of consumers are already using AI to evaluate agents — and…
Mar 2, 2026 · 53:34
If you feel invisible, you may not be touching your database enough. On this live call-in episode of Stay Paid, we tackle three powerful business challenges: burnout from doing…
Feb 23, 2026 · 35:37
Anthony Lamacchia didn't build a multi-billion-dollar real estate company by accident. Anthony has built one of the fastest-growing real estate organizations in the…
Feb 16, 2026 · 36:20
When the market feels uncertain, buyers, sellers, and entrepreneurs often make the same mistake: they wait. In this Stay Paid Q&A episode, we break down how to guide clients…
Feb 9, 2026 · 42:43
Is AI about to replace real estate agents? According to Dave Garland—Managing Partner at Second Century Ventures—the answer is no. In this episode of Stay Paid, Dave breaks down…
Feb 2, 2026 · 26:29
Most agents think their leads aren't serious—but the truth is, they're just early. In this Stay Paid Q&A episode, the team breaks down why nearly every real estate lead requires…
Jan 26, 2026 · 47:53
"Use AI to build better relationships, not replace them." In this Stay Paid Q&A episode, agents call in with three of the most important questions in real estate today: how to…
Jan 19, 2026 · 26:39
"If you're trying to be for everybody, you're going to be for no one." Shannon Gillette shares how going all-in on authenticity, faith, and personal branding transformed her…
Jan 12, 2026 · 48:49
"If you're going to build people, you must care more about their outcome than yours." Mark Perkins—founder of Pivot Realty Group—shares the truth most brokerages avoid: the real…
Jan 8, 2026 · 30:58
Heather Corrigan—better known as The Hurricane —closed 80 transactions and $20M in volume while most agents were slowing down. From creating her own business hub to leveraging…
Jan 5, 2026 · 52:42
You're closer to a breakthrough than you think. Luke and Josh coach three very different agents through three very real problems. Jean asks how to recruit agents to her small…
Dec 29, 2025 · 32:51
He used this CMA strategy to list $11M in 90 days. In this new Stay Paid interview, Jimmy Burgess, The Chief Coaching Officer At Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices & HomeServices of…
Dec 25, 2025 · 24:56
Real estate school teaches square footage, contracts, and math… but almost nothing about how to actually build a career. In our latest episode of Stay Paid, we sit down with…
Dec 22, 2025 · 59:57
You're not selling them DOWN—you're selling them UP to the real price! In this Stay Paid Q&A episode, Luke, Josh, and Acree Brothers Realty answer real agents' biggest…
Dec 15, 2025 · 36:01
Relationships are your savings account. In this Stay Paid interview, we chat with Rei Mesa, President & CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida Realty. Rei shares the…
Dec 8, 2025 · 52:41
Your listing isn't selling? It's price, promotion, or presentation. In this week's Q&A episode, agents call in with real problems — wasted marketing spend, low-converting leads,…
Dec 1, 2025 · 36:09
Vince Leisey—president of the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Network—reveals what truly separates top agents from the 90% who don't make it. In this powerful Stay Paid…
Nov 27, 2025 · 27:23
What if AI could tell you EXACTLY who will buy your listing—before you ever shoot the video or write the description? 🤯 In this episode of Stay Paid, Luke, Josh, and Acree…
Nov 24, 2025 · 37:05
How do you go from hustling solo to running a scalable real estate business? In this Stay Paid Q&A, Luke Acree, Josh Stike, and Acree Brothers Realty take live calls from agents…
Nov 17, 2025 · 38:58
How do you lead 40,000 agents, stay fit, balance family, and navigate industry change? In this Stay Paid interview, Chris Kelly, CEO of HomeServices of America, shares powerful…
Nov 13, 2025 · 43:07
In this Stay Paid interview, Garrett Maroon — agent, team leader, podcast host, and author of The Balanced Breakthrough: Winning at Work Without Losing at Life —shares how he…
Nov 10, 2025 · 49:02
"Your job isn't to make someone sell—it's to remind them why they wanted to." In this Stay Paid Q&A episode, Luke Acree, Josh Stike, and Cody Smith take live calls from real…
Nov 3, 2025 · 46:31
How does a solo agent sell 60+ homes and $40M a year? In this Stay Paid interview, Olyvia Salyer, a top-producing luxury agent with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices in…
Oct 30, 2025 · 32:25
Never underestimate a steak dinner—big partnerships start with small actions. Jason Meyers and Dawn Myers from Ritter Insurance Marketing join Luke and Josh to talk about the…
Oct 27, 2025 · 1:00:16
Referrals alone won't scale your business—systems will. In this week's Stay Paid Q&A, Luke, Josh, and Cody coach agents through real challenges. Learn how to grow your database…
Oct 20, 2025 · 33:18
What does it take to lead thousands of agents, stay grounded, and build a people-first company? In this Stay Paid interview, Craig Witt, U.S. CEO of EXIT Realty Corp.…
Oct 16, 2025 · 33:35
What if the best way to market your business wasn't advertising at all—but giving back? In this episode of Stay Paid , we sit down with Mike Kirtley of Kirtley Insurance and the…
Oct 13, 2025 · 52:54
Recruiting agents? You need a funnel, not just cold calls. In this week's Stay Paid Q&A, Luke and Josh answer live calls from agents and entrepreneurs across the country. From…
Oct 9, 2025 · 27:44
How do you stay focused when distractions pull you in every direction? In this week's Stay Paid Q&A, Luke, Josh, and Cody tackle real agents' toughest questions about farming,…
Oct 6, 2025 · 40:05
Is AI a threat — or the biggest opportunity in real estate? In this episode of Stay Paid, we sit down with Drew Thompson , head of Real Academy at Real, to dive deep into how…
Oct 2, 2025 · 31:31
What does it take to build a 900-agent downline? His secret? Don't pitch. Deliver value. In this week's episode of Stay Paid , New Jersey powerhouse Matt Curcio reveals how he…
Sep 29, 2025 · 39:16
Real estate success is simple—but it isn't easy. In this Q&A episode of Stay Paid, Luke, Josh, Stephen, and Cody take live calls from agents facing the same struggles you are.…
Sep 22, 2025 · 42:36
From HBO to high-end homes, Tom McCormack has built a career around storytelling, relationships, and leadership. In this episode of Stay Paid, Tom, co-owner and senior partner at…
Sep 18, 2025 · 14:36
Trust has a new currency—and it's reviews 🚀 In this episode of Stay Paid , Luke & Josh sit down with Jonas Roeser, award-winning international marketer and CEO/CMO of…
Sep 15, 2025 · 1:01:57
If you've ever wondered "What should I be doing right now to grow?" — this episode is your roadmap. Bookkeeping headaches. Social media that doesn't convert. Wondering if you…
Sep 8, 2025 · 50:50
In this episode of Stay Paid, Luke & Josh sit down with Troy Reierson, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Arizona, California & Nevada Properties, and JT Thompson, industry…
Sep 1, 2025 · 56:41
Tired of prospects ghosting your calls? Wondering how to follow up without being "that pushy salesperson"? In this episode of Stay Paid , Luke, Josh, Stephen, and Cody tackle…
Aug 25, 2025 · 58:11
If you've ever struggled with consistency, accountability, or building the right mindset for success, this is a conversation you won't want to miss. In this episode of Stay Paid…
Aug 18, 2025 · 58:13
Following up doesn't have to be awkward - and it shouldn't feel like begging for business. If you've been letting follow-up slide or struggle to find the right words, this…
Aug 11, 2025 · 32:22
In this episode of Stay Paid , we welcome back Matt Halloran, co-founder and Chief Relationship Officer at ProudMouth, TEDx speaker, and host of the Top Advisor Marketing Podcast…
Aug 4, 2025 · 1:03:22
Get ready for actionable strategies you can implement from Luke & Josh during our latest Q&A episode. Whether you're a new agent or a seasoned producer, this episode is packed…
Jul 28, 2025 · 39:08
What if the way you open a listing appointment is actually the most important part of the whole pitch? Real estate leader Andrew Undem (The SURE Group at Berkshire Hathaway)…
Jul 21, 2025 · 57:24
In this week's episode of Stay Paid, we're joined by The Broke Agent himself, Eric Simon, for a Q&A unlike any other. He's helping agents just like you overcome the biggest…
Jul 14, 2025 · 32:27
Ninety-four years of real estate wisdom in 30 minutes 💥 In this episode of Stay Paid, we sit down with Lennox Scott— yes, that Lennox Scott —Chairman and CEO of John L. Scott…
Jul 7, 2025 · 48:23
In this episode of Stay Paid, Josh and Luke take live calls from agents across the country to tackle the real struggles real estate professionals are facing right now. From…
Jun 30, 2025 · 37:36
He didn't go viral - he just closed over 100 homes. Here's proof that consistency, daily engagement, and personal touches will always beat chasing views. In this episode, Nick…
Jun 23, 2025 · 35:49
In this live Q&A episode of Stay Paid , we coach three agents through some of the biggest challenges in real estate right now: recruiting in small towns, bouncing back after a…
Jun 16, 2025 · 39:03
Whether you're feeling stuck in this market or looking for inspiration to lean in harder, Stephanie's story will light a fire under you. Stephanie Xelowski is a top-producing San…
Jun 9, 2025 · 33:31
In this special live Q&A episode of Stay Paid, Luke Acree, Josh Stike, and the top-producing Acree Brothers Realty team tackle your biggest questions—from marketing to mindset.…
Jun 2, 2025 · 37:58
Would you give up your CEO title to pursue your purpose? He did. In this episode, Jimmy Burgess, former CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Beach Properties of Florida and one…
May 26, 2025 · 30:19
He joined real estate in 2023 and has already closed over 120 transactions—without a massive sphere or years of experience. In this episode of Stay Paid, Tim Bushnell from Acree…
May 19, 2025 · 33:28
Want to stand out and get more listings— even in a frozen market? Then take notes from this episode with Marie Boatsman, a real estate powerhouse who built her business on…
May 12, 2025 · 30:17
Lead gen isn't your problem. Your client experience is. In this Stay Paid episode, Sheila Reddy , founder and CEO of Mosaik , joins us to share how she transitioned from…
May 5, 2025 · 43:56
AI isn't just coming—it's here, and it's already changing the way the top real estate pros do business. This week on Stay Paid , we welcome back Jason Pantana , marketing coach…
Apr 28, 2025 · 34:28
From Uber Driver to Top Producer: Renee Burke's Story of Grit, Growth & Giving When the market slowed, Renee Burke didn't give up—she pivoted. A former stay-at-home mom turned…
Apr 21, 2025 · 43:30
71% of Agents Aren't Closing Deals—How to Be in the Top 29% With market uncertainty, commission shakeups, and lead-gen costs rising, many agents are frozen—but not the best ones.…
Apr 14, 2025 · 25:32
🔥 61 Deals from Google Reviews?! Here's EXACTLY How They Did It They doubled their reviews in one year and are on pace for 100+ deals from inbound Google traffic in 2025. Cody…
Apr 7, 2025 · 30:11
Ditch Smart Goals—Set Stupid Ones with Verl Workman Tired of chasing "realistic" growth that never moves the needle? Verl Workman says it's time to get stupid . In this…
Mar 31, 2025 · 53:43
Are you stuck chasing the next transaction while your past clients disappear? Industry legend Allan Dalton —former CEO of Realtor.com and SVP at Berkshire Hathaway…
Mar 24, 2025 · 27:16
💰 Want more listings? The secret is in your phone. Too many real estate agents overlook Circle Prospecting —but not today! On this episode of Stay Paid , Cody Smith & Stephen…
Mar 17, 2025 · 26:42
Want to retire with financial freedom and zero stress ? You need a strategy, not just savings . In this episode, we sit down with Tom Hegna , one of the most respected retirement…
Mar 10, 2025 · 41:13
Are you missing out on hidden opportunities in the real estate market? David Camp, CEO of HomeScout and head of growth at Realty.com, shares how data analytics and market…
Mar 3, 2025 · 37:32
Stephen Acree and Cody Smith of Acree Brothers Realty Team, the #1 agency in Lynchburg, Virigina, share expert open house strategies to attract top-tier listings, engage buyers,…
Feb 24, 2025 · 36:50
Are you tired of hosting open houses that fail to generate quality leads and appointments? Rob Stein, one of the nation's leading authorities in real estate education, shares…
Feb 17, 2025 · 28:23
We're talking with Shaun Peet, a top NASCAR pit crew coach who trains elite teams, including those competing in this year's Daytona 500! Drawing from his experience, he cofounded…
Feb 10, 2025 · 27:39
Amid a market where the majority of real estate agents are struggling, Realty ONE Group's Cory Jo Vasquez shares powerful strategies to help them thrive. Learn the one thing to…
Feb 3, 2025 · 53:15
Join us for a power-packed conversation with some of the insurance industry's top leaders: Alex Branning, founder of Agent CRM; Nick Bravo, CEO of Level Up Marketing; and Nate…
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