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Real Talk with Leigh Brown

by Leigh Brown

Real Talk with Leigh Brown šŸŽ™ļø Formerly Crazy Sh*t in Real Estate Shatter the HGTV-induced veneer of real estate! On Real Talk with Leigh Brown, nothing's off-limits. Whether it's the real estate roller coaster, housing policies that make no sense, or the unpredictable chaos of working with people, Leigh brings bold stories, smart perspective, and a whole lotta sass. It's the truth behind the transactions, from deals that go sideways to the moments that remind you why this work matters. If you've ever felt like no one's saying what really goes down in real estate... you just found your people. Pull up a chair. You're in good company now. Never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com DM Leigh Brown on Instagram: @leighthomasbrown DM Leigh Brown on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LeighBrownSpeaker/ DM Leigh Brown on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighthomasbrown/

Latest episodes

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After Hurricane Helene: When Rivers Move and Property Lines Change

Two years after Hurricane Helene, the headlines have moved on. Western North Carolina is still dealing with what Helene left behind. And some of the consequences are

Sep 24
51 min

Who's Watching Your Money? | The Real Estate Costs & Risks Consumers Need to Know

Buying a home involves more than the price of the house. Buyers and sellers are navigating transaction fees, increasingly sophisticated real estate scams, changing techno

Sep 17
42 min

Is Real Estate Changing Under Our Feet? | Housing Headlines REALTORSĀ® Need to Watch

The real estate business is changing in ways that affect how consumers find homes, how borrowers qualify for mortgages, and how property owners understand their rights.

Sep 11
40 min

What Buyers See That Sellers Don't with Athena Brownson

Athena Brownson is a REALTORĀ®, home staging expert, former X Games athlete, and apparently someone who has enough stories to keep us talking all day. We talk about what

Sep 3
31 min

The Part of Buying a House Nobody Talks About with Cody Bartkoski

Buying or selling a house doesn't end at the closing table. There are still codes to exchange, utilities to transfer, questions to answer, and a whole lot of little detai

Aug 27
31 min

Why Is Housing So Expensive? The Policies Making It Worse

Why is housing so expensive in America, and are some of the policies intended to help actually adding to the cost? This Thursday on *From the Rooftops*, Leigh Brown dig

Aug 20
33 min

Can Seniors Afford to Age in Place? The Housing Problem We Need to Talk About

Can seniors afford to age in place? Millions of older Americans want to remain in their homes as they age, but rising housing costs, property taxes, home repairs and a sh

Aug 13
40 min

The New Appraisal Rules Every REALTORĀ® Needs to Know | Peter Gallo & Leigh Brown

The appraisal process is changing, and every REALTORĀ®, appraiser, lender, buyer, and seller should understand what's coming. Ā  This week I'm joined by veteran apprais

Aug 6
1 h 20 min

Are We Asking the Wrong Questions?

Sometimes the biggest problem isn't the answer. It's the question. This week we're looking beyond the headlines to ask what really matters. Ā  We'll talk about: Why

Jul 31
38 min

Private Listings: Are Consumers Getting the Full Story?

This week's headlines all point to one important question. Private listings are expanding. Buyers are wondering how to find every available home. Sellers are hearing mo

Jul 30
33 min

3 Quick Housing Headlines & A Reminder of the American Promise

Three headlines. One bigger conversation. This week, I'll share my perspective on three stories shaping the real estate industry: AI's growing role in the homebuying

Jul 23
18 min

The Housing Headlines You Can't Ignore: AI, Affordability & What's Next

If your inbox looks anything like mine, you've probably seen the same headlines I have. Housing crisis. AI. Interest rates. Mergers. Rent control. Everybody's yelling, an

Jul 16
14 min

Can Young People Still Buy a Home? with Justice Bigot

Everybody keeps saying the same thing: young people can't afford to buy homes anymore. Justice Bigot isn't ignoring today's market, but he also isn't buying into the id

Jul 9
28 min

The Smart Way to Sell Highly Appreciated Property with Chad Ettmueller & Monty Walker

Selling a highly appreciated asset can trigger a devastating tax bill, but it doesn't always have to. In this episode, Chad Ettmueller and Monty Walker break down a lit

Jul 2
50 min

Want No Broke Months? Here's the Real Secret with Dan Rochon

Everybody wants consistent income but very few people are willing to do what it actually takes to get there. In this episode, I sit down with Dan Rochon to break down w

Jun 25
30 min

California Landlord Laws Are Out of Control! with Niv Davidovich

Owning rental property sounds simple… until you see what landlords in California are actually dealing with. In this episode, I sit down with landlord-tenant attorney Ni

Jun 18
43 min

What Happens If Real Estate Keeps Consolidating? with Amanda DiVito Parle

Real estate is changing fast and most people don't fully understand what's happening behind the scenes. In this episode, I sit down with Amanda DiVito Parle to talk abo

Jun 11
46 min

The Leadership Trap That's Killing Your Team | Part 3

The most loving thing a leader can do is tell you the truth about what is expected, and then hold you to it. In this episode, we're closing out the Leadership Courage s

Jun 4
18 min

The Leadership Trap That's Killing Your Team | Part 2

If you listened to the last episode and thought, "Yeah… I need to do that" then this episode is for you. At some point, every leader hits this moment: You recognize the

May 28
14 min

The Leadership Trap That's Killing Your Team | Part 1

Do you know what the difference is between being liked vs. being respected? In this episode, I'm digging into one of the hardest truths in leadership - the gap betwee

May 21
10 min

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What listeners say

A curated, balanced selection of Apple Podcasts reviews.

Such insightful conversations from a wide variety of people within the real estate industry. As usual Leigh is hilarious with both wit and charisma. Definitely worth listening to hear some wild but true stories.

jamesrmilner Ā· Apr 2025

Leigh's podcast is stellar! As a Loan Officer, I find the info she shares to be crucially helpful in navigating the ever-changing landscape of real estate & mortgages - and she does it all while having fun and being hilarious. Highly recommend!

bvaughan912 Ā· Apr 2025

Absolutely one of my fav podcasts! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I truly appreciate Leigh's transparency, honesty and sharp wit. She shines a bright light in every episode. Listening to Leigh feels like a conversation with a friend who just gets it—the chaos, the heart, the hustle. Leigh continually brings on great guests, keeps the energy high, and always delivers valuable insight with a side of humor. It’s the perfect mix of hard talk and entertainment. Highly recommend for any agent—or really anyone who’s ever bought or sold a home! I love Leigh and I love this podcast. Treat yourself and listen!

Kent Redding Ā· Apr 2025

Leigh’s podcast is real, authentic and doesn’t hold back. She asks the questions that everyone is thinking, but nobody has the courage to ask! She uses her decades of wisdom in the industry to get to the hear of the issues and creates a refreshing experience for her listeners!

RashmiAiran Ā· Mar 2025

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