The Real Estate Sessions

The Real Estate Sessions

Interviews with real estate industry leaders, hosted by Bill Risser. With 25 years in the real estate industry, Bill searches out industry leaders with great stories to share. The Real Estate Sessions was selected as the 2019 Inman Innovator Award Winner for Video/Podcast Show.

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Episode 400 - The John Bjorlie Die Happy Tour 2024
Sept. 17, 2024

Episode 400 - The John Bjorlie Die Happy Tour 2024

I've known John Bjorlie for nearly 25 years. 4 years ago, john was diagnosed with terminal cancer. John has chosen to stop aggressive treatments, focusing instead on a "Die Happy Tour" to reconnect with friends and loved one…
Episode 399 - Stas Matias - Broker/Owner Erin Catron & Company Real Estate
Sept. 10, 2024

Episode 399 - Stas Matias - Broker/Owner Erin Catron & Company Real Estate

Stas Matias, a seasoned professional with nearly 14 years of experience, is the broker-owner of Erin Catron & Company Real Estate, a boutique brokerage in Punta Gorda, Florida. Having transitioned from a background in crimin…
Episode 398 - Short Cut Session with Nick Krautter, Author - The Golden Handoff
Sept. 3, 2024

Episode 398 - Short Cut Session with Nick Krautter, Author - The Golden Handoff

Nick Krautter is the author of "The Golden Handoff," a highly recommended book in the real estate industry that focuses on facilitating smoother transitions between newer and retiring agents. In his work, Krautter addresses …
Episode 397 - Tiea Vincent, Owner/Broker NXT Level Real Estate and Property Management
Aug. 27, 2024

Episode 397 - Tiea Vincent, Owner/Broker NXT Level Real Estate and Property Management

Tiea Vincent, the Owner/Broker of Next Level Real Estate and Property Management, brings 21 years of experience to the real estate business and actively engages with Florida Realtors on advocacy efforts. Initially from a ru…
Episode 396 - Sammy DeStefano - Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
Aug. 20, 2024

Episode 396 - Sammy DeStefano - Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty

Sammy DeStefano, seamlessly transitioned into the real estate business, building on his extensive experience in sales since the age of 19. His move was driven by the promising growth and myriad opportunities within the real …
Episode 395 - The Return of Joe Rand - CEO Joe Rand Media and Mayor of the Village of Nyack
Aug. 13, 2024

Episode 395 - The Return of Joe Rand - CEO Joe Rand Media and Mayor of the Village of Nyack

Joe Rand, an author and seasoned real estate expert, has significantly shaped modern practices in buyer agency with his profound insights and extensive experience. On The Real Estate Sessions podcast, where he has appeared o…
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This series of posts detail my journey with Colon Cancer in 2012/2013. Please feel free to share with anyone needing help.   Finally.   My therapy is complete.  I have no more “dates” with the healing orb.  No mor…

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Post 7 - Bumps in the Road

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