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Take 5 for Real Estate

By Owen Raun

for Real Estate. Buying, Selling, Renting and Financing Tips from the Professionals! Short and sweet episodes with the experts in Residential Real Estate. Tips for consumers, experienced investors and seasoned professionals. Hosted by Owen Raun
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Episode 117 Karen Briscoe. Mega Producer and accomplished Blogger, Author and Podcaster!

Take 5 for Real EstateApr 24, 2020

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Episode 209 Bill Baldwin with Boulevard Properties

Episode 209 Bill Baldwin with Boulevard Properties

Well known leader, community activist and Realtor Bill Baldwin joined me for a lively conversation.  We touched on his real estate path, the Houston Heights Community and things Bill and his team does to engage and improve the communities he and his Real Estate firm serves.  

Mar 31, 202126:02
Episode 208 with Ken Brand of Compass Realty

Episode 208 with Ken Brand of Compass Realty

Ken is the manager of the new Compass Realty office in The Woodlands, Texas, but he's not new to Real Estate.  Ken has been involved in Real Estate for 40+ years, most of it in The Woodlands, hiring, training and managing Realtors.  Ken gives us a great perspective on the 2 things it takes to make a Realtor successful.  Ken also shares a bit about the history/growth of The Woodlands, probably the most successful master community in the USA.


Mar 08, 202115:53
Episode 207 with Ellen Krantz and Kyla Linn of the Krantz Linn of Compass Realty

Episode 207 with Ellen Krantz and Kyla Linn of the Krantz Linn of Compass Realty

Another great episode with this energetic, informative and experienced Houston area Real Estate team. Lots of great tips for sellers and buyers in this crazy time.  Kyla and Ellen share their experiences and look down the road a bit on what 2021 and beyond will have in store for us.


Mar 02, 202130:09
Episode 206 with Theresa Hill, VP of Sales with Greenwood King in the Heights

Episode 206 with Theresa Hill, VP of Sales with Greenwood King in the Heights

Theresa brings her 30+ years of experience in Real Estate sales and management to the podcast.  She's got some great insights into what makes a successful Realtor, how to spot them and how to help them start their path in Real Estate.  

Feb 04, 202117:35
Episode 205 with Hedley Karpas with Martha Turner Sotheby's

Episode 205 with Hedley Karpas with Martha Turner Sotheby's

Hedley tells us about his path in Real Estate, starting while a student at UT Austin.  He shares several interesting stories and perspectives on the Real Estate industry and his role in it.  Now a perennial top producer with Martha Turner Sotheby's, he projects the Real Estate outlook in the year and years to come.

Jan 26, 202115:30
Episode 204 with Ces Guerra of Gary Greene Better Homes and Gardens

Episode 204 with Ces Guerra of Gary Greene Better Homes and Gardens

Ces took a few minutes out of his busy schedule to talk real estate!  Ces leads a team of 7 and had a great 2020 despite Covid.  Between appointments Ces shares his experiences and passion that makes him and his team a success.


Jan 15, 202115:17
Episode 203 with Kory Hinton with CitiQuest Properties and Compass Realty

Episode 203 with Kory Hinton with CitiQuest Properties and Compass Realty

Kory describes how CitiQuest has grown and prospered, and recently joined the Real Estate powerhouse Compass Realty.  We discuss the Covid impact on real estate and what will change and what will remain the same after Covid's exit.

Dec 11, 202023:15
Episode 202 with Andrea Joseph and Tina Schwartz with A to Z Real Estate powered by Keller Williams

Episode 202 with Andrea Joseph and Tina Schwartz with A to Z Real Estate powered by Keller Williams

A great conversation about real estate during Covid and projections for the future with these Real Estate Partners.  

Oct 30, 202016:57
Episode 201 with Martha Beaudry of Boulevard Realty and Carlotta Morris of Beth Ferester and Company!

Episode 201 with Martha Beaudry of Boulevard Realty and Carlotta Morris of Beth Ferester and Company!

Martha and Carlotta were so kind to join me for a Zoom call to discuss the Real Estate market of 2020.  How Covid has and has not changed things, what next year and beyond might look like and some story worthy transactions they both have experienced.


Oct 21, 202019:38
Episode 120, Nick Raithel with ContentCorps.net and The 7 Hour Book

Episode 120, Nick Raithel with ContentCorps.net and The 7 Hour Book

How do you stand out to your clients and prospects in a crowded marketplace?Coaches, Realtors, Attorneys and any consumer facing businesses need to stand out against their competitors.  Nick has a great solution for you!  Nick and his team will work with you on creating a book. Really great content and insight from Nick!  Please feel free to share, like and/or leave a comment.

Jun 04, 202014:44
Episode 118 with Brett Swarts of Capital Gains Tax Solutions

Episode 118 with Brett Swarts of Capital Gains Tax Solutions

Brett helps Realtors and Financial Professionals help their high net worth individuals to manage their exposure to potential capital gains taxes.  This is a very informative episode and Brett does a great job of making a complicated topic understandable.

May 07, 202019:54
Episode 117 Karen Briscoe. Mega Producer and accomplished Blogger, Author and Podcaster!

Episode 117 Karen Briscoe. Mega Producer and accomplished Blogger, Author and Podcaster!

Karen Briscoe with the HBC group of Keller Williams shares her insight into how the corona virus will influence buyers,sellers and the real estate market in general. She also catches us up on her books, blogs and podcasts. Great insight from Karen!



Apr 24, 202020:34
Episode 116 with Allie Gerrie, The Savvy Admin

Episode 116 with Allie Gerrie, The Savvy Admin

Allie discusses her role as a remote Admin supporting Realtors and Real Estate offices handling their back office routines so her clients can do what they do best !
Mar 31, 202010:44
Episode 115 with Katie Day and her MoveMeToTx team.

Episode 115 with Katie Day and her MoveMeToTx team.

Owen Raun chats with Katie Day, who, in a few short years has built her brand and business in the Houston marketplace.  Katie discusses building her team and how things are changing with the recent Corona Virus outbreak and "stay at home" orders.

Katie can be reached via instagram @movemetotx 


Mar 26, 202013:48
Episode 114. Laura Mahaney with Bluberry Creative

Episode 114. Laura Mahaney with Bluberry Creative

This episode is a “how to” for Realtors wanting to start a Facebook presence, and then what they can do with it once it’s up and running. Laura Mahaney is an expert at all things digital marketing, I’m excited to have her on this episode.
Feb 10, 202017:04
Episode 113 with Chelsea Holden of CB and A Realtors

Episode 113 with Chelsea Holden of CB and A Realtors

Chelsea is not only a Realtor but a podcast host and fan (as am I). She’s got a great story to share and a wise tip IMO. Thanks for listening. Feel free to comment , share, subscribe :-)
Feb 04, 202010:07
Episode 112 with Nicole Martinez of The Nicole Martinez Group

Episode 112 with Nicole Martinez of The Nicole Martinez Group

Nicole got started like many do in the business she’s worked hard to build the successful business she now runs.
Jan 07, 202017:41
Episode 111 with Becky Davis of the Bayou City Life Group at Compass Realty
Dec 11, 201907:32
Episode 110 with Tricia Turner of EXP Realty

Episode 110 with Tricia Turner of EXP Realty

Tricia Turner with EXP Realty updates us on her career path and taking her team to EXP.  Tricia has experience with all aspects of Residential Real Estate.  From property management to lending to representing buyers and sellers.  Great information!

Nov 18, 201910:58
Episode 109 with Elizabeth Rankin Rice and Robin Hargrove with First United Bank Mortgage Group

Episode 109 with Elizabeth Rankin Rice and Robin Hargrove with First United Bank Mortgage Group

A first for Take 5! as we host two guests.  Elizabeth and Robin are the definition of experienced mortgage professionals.  Hear some great tips from the experts!

Nov 12, 201910:39
Episode 108 with Martha Beaudry of Boulevard Realty!

Episode 108 with Martha Beaudry of Boulevard Realty!

Martha has an interesting take on the Real Estate industry in general and some great tips for end of year buyers.  She can be reached via her website at www.marthabeaudry.com

Oct 30, 201909:46
Episode 107. Take 5 talks Digital Marketing with Laura Mahaney with The Savvy Bee

Episode 107. Take 5 talks Digital Marketing with Laura Mahaney with The Savvy Bee

Laura has a great tip to help Realtors with their social media presence.  A recent Google product that many are not taking advantage of currently.

Oct 24, 201909:13
Episode 106. Take 5 talks with Andrew Graesser with State Farm.

Episode 106. Take 5 talks with Andrew Graesser with State Farm.

Andrew shares some great tips for buyers, sellers and renters.  He's an expert at protecting your stuff :-)

Oct 08, 201910:18
Take 5 chats with Robin Kitzmiller with ReMax The Woodlands & Spring

Take 5 chats with Robin Kitzmiller with ReMax The Woodlands & Spring

Robin has been a licensed Realtor for 18 years and has been teaching other Realtors for 13 yrs at Champions School of Real Estate.  If its true that the best way to learn something is to teach it to someone else, Robin must be the expert! 

Sep 24, 201905:59
Episode 104 with Debra Tamez

Episode 104 with Debra Tamez

Business Coach and Consultant Debra recently bought and sold homes in the Houston area.  She's got some great relevant tips for home buyers and sellers!

Sep 19, 201909:34
Episode 103 with Jesse Soto

Episode 103 with Jesse Soto

Jesse Soto with Texas American Title enlightens us on some common ownership related issues with buying and selling real estate.  Plus a bit of great information about the escalated fraudulent email scams in our industry.


Sep 13, 201909:55
Episode 102 with Jessica McCreary

Episode 102 with Jessica McCreary

Jessica McCreary with the Jessica McCreary Real Estate Team is an entrepreneur at heart and has spent some of her time focusing on the Niche market of Probate Real Estate.  She has some great bits of information to share.


Sep 11, 201908:19
Episode 101 with Carlotta Morris.

Episode 101 with Carlotta Morris.

Carlotta Morris with Beth Ferester and Company shares some awesome tips for future buyers and sellers.  Carlotta is a long time Real Estate Veteran.

Sep 04, 201908:53