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Nov. 18, 2025

College Funding Strategies: Scholarships, FAFSA, 529s Explained

𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬 are at the center of this episode—and if your clients ever ask, “How do we save for college AND still buy a home?” this conversation gives you clear, practical language you can use immediately. Mike and his daughter, Catey, break down their real family experience navigating…

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Nov. 14, 2025

Stop Overthinking Content @laurenkerschenrealtor

Realtors: Stop Waiting for Perfect Content Perfection doesn’t sell — authenticity does. Lauren Kerschen shares how Realtors can grow faster by posting consistently and supporting each other online. 🎧 Full episode: https://www.thetexasrealestateandfinancepodcast.com/solo-vs-team-realtors/ #RealEstatePodcast #RealtorTips #ContentCreation #TexasHousing

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Nov. 13, 2025

Paying for College: What Worked, What We Missed & What You Can Do

SPECIAL EDITION: Texas Real Estate & Finance Podcast! I know this isn't our usual real estate and mortgage talk - but before Catey Jane heads off to college, I wanted to do one final episode in our father-daughter financial literacy series. If you're a parent (or thinking about becoming one),…

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Nov. 13, 2025

Why Realtor Team Splits Are Worth It (Most of the Time) @laurenkerschenrealtor

Lauren Kerschen explains how commission splits on real estate teams compare to major brokerages — and why the right team structure can accelerate your business growth. 🎧 Full episode: https://www.thetexasrealestateandfinancepodcast.com/solo-vs-team-realtors/ #RealEstatePodcast #RealtorTips #RealEstateTeams #TexasHousingMarket #MortgageFinance

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Nov. 12, 2025

Fed Rate Cut Reaction: Why Mortgage Rates Jumped After the Cut

The Fed finally cut rates—but mortgage rates went up. 🤔 In this week’s Market Update, I break down: • Why rates rose after the Fed meeting • What Jerome Powell really said • What Texas housing data reveals about turnover and pricing • Smart moves for buyers, sellers, and agents…

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Nov. 11, 2025

How Realtors Use AI to Win Listing Presentations @laurenkerschenrealtor

@laurenkerschenrealtor reveals how she uses AI to build “property dossiers” — detailed, data-backed reports that give Realtors an edge in every listing appointment. 🎧 Watch the full episode: https://www.thetexasrealestateandfinancepodcast.com/solo-vs-team-realtors/ #RealEstatePodcast #AIinRealEstate #RealtorTips #ListingPresentation #TexasHousingMarket

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Nov. 11, 2025

Fed Rate Cut Reaction: Why Mortgage Rates Are Rising Instead of Falling.

The Fed rate cut reaction has everyone talking—but not for the reason you think. The Fed lowered rates, yet mortgage rates jumped, leaving Realtors and buyers scratching their heads. In this episode, Mike Mills breaks down why it happened, what Jerome Powell actually said, and how to navigate one of…

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Nov. 10, 2025

How Realtors Get Seller Leads with $100/Day YouTube Ads @laurenkerschenrealtor

Lauren Kerschen shares the exact ad strategy that brings in seller leads daily — YouTube + Google ads, $50–$100/day budget, and real ROI. 🎧 Watch the full episode: #RealEstatePodcast #RealtorTips #RealEstateMarketing #TexasHousingMarket #AIinRealEstate

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Nov. 4, 2025

Solo vs. Team Realtors: The 2026 Reality Check 🏠

Every Realtor faces the same question — stay solo or join a team? In this short clip from The Texas Real Estate & Finance Podcast, Realtor @laurenkerschenrealtor reveals what separates agents who scale from those who stall. 🎧 Watch the full episode here: https://www.thetexasrealestateandfinancepodcast.com/solo-vs-team-realtors/ #RealEstatePodcast #RealtorTips #AIinRealEstate #texashousingmarket

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Nov. 4, 2025

Solo vs Team Realtors: How to Thrive in the 2026 Housing Market

Are you better off building your brand as a solo agent—or thriving within the structure of a real estate team? In this episode of The Texas Real Estate & Finance Podcast, host Mike Mills sits down with @laurenkerschenrealtor , Realtor and Team Lead at ARK Realty, to explore how agents…

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Oct. 30, 2025

Don't Wait for Mortgage Rates Under 6% (Buyer Strategy)

⚠️ Stop waiting for rates to hit 6% before you start house hunting. When that headline finally drops, competition DOUBLES and your negotiating power disappears. It'll feel like buying concert tickets the second Taylor Swift announces a surprise show. Here's what to do instead: ✅ Get your loan FULLY UNDERWRITTEN…

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Oct. 29, 2025

What the Fed, Gold Prices & NASA's Moon Plan Tell Us About 2025

The Fed just created $300 billion out of thin air to "stabilize" the banking system during the government shutdown. Meanwhile, gold jumped $170 without any headlines, the deficit hit $1.8 trillion, and somehow Bank of America says recession fears are at their lowest since 2022. Something doesn't add up. In…

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Oct. 28, 2025

The $37 Trillion Monster Haunting Mortgage Rates 👻

Why mortgage rates and debt are spooking the housing market—and what Realtors can do about it. Watch Mike Mills’ Texas Market Update for insights on the rate cut trap, gold, and AI in real estate. Full episode → https://www.thetexasrealestateandfinancepodcast.com/mortgage-rates-and-debt/ #MortgageRates #TexasHousing #Shorts #RealtorTips #RealEstatePodcast

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Oct. 28, 2025

LIVE: Solo vs. Team — The Real Estate Dilemma Every Agent Faces

Are you better off building your own real estate brand or joining a powerhouse team? In this live episode of The Texas Real Estate & Finance Podcast, Realtor and team leader Lauren Kerschen breaks down the real-world pros and cons of being a solo agent versus joining or leading a…

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Oct. 22, 2025

How U.S. Debt Is Driving Mortgage Rates & Real Estate Prices in 2025

Mortgage rates are haunted by a $37 trillion U.S. debt, and it’s reshaping the housing market in ways every Realtor should understand. In this week’s Texas Real Estate Market Update, Mike Mills breaks down how government borrowing, gold revaluation, and the Fed’s “rate-cut trap” are driving affordability—and what smart agents…

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Oct. 6, 2025

How SafeAgent Keeps Realtors Protected in the Field

Realtor safety tech that actually works. Cathy Hickman explains how SafeAgent syncs with your schedule to track check-ins and send alerts when it matters most. Full episode: https://www.thetexasrealestateandfinancepodcast.com/realtor-safety-technology/ #realtorsafety #realestatetips #texasrealtors

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Sept. 30, 2025

Realtor Safety Technology: How This Agent Survived A Squatter Attack

How does realtor safety technology protect agents during solo property showings? Realtor safety technology has evolved beyond outdated panic buttons to AI-powered smartphone integration that could save your life. In this critical episode, award-winning DFW realtor and SafeAgent co-creator Cathy Hickman reveals the terrifying squatter encounter that exposed dangerous gaps…

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Sept. 30, 2025

Travel Nurses + RV Demand Explained @hookhubrv

It’s not just vacationers driving RV rentals. Caylee Harrington of HookHub explains how travel nurses & contractors fuel land income. Full episode: https://www.thetexasrealestateandfinancepodcast.com/land-income-opportunities/ #RealEstate #RealtorTips #PassiveIncome

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Sept. 29, 2025

Money Printing & Home Values Explained

Does printing more money make homes more expensive? Mike Mills and Steve Barton break down why real estate stays a safe asset. Full episode: https://www.thetexasrealestateandfinancepodcast.com/realtor-strategies-falling-rates #RealEstate #HousingMarket #MortgageRates

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Sept. 26, 2025

Why Realtors Need Probate Attorneys @SimpleLawTX

Most Realtors overlook probate real estate — but it’s a hidden gold mine. Attorney Carey Worrell explains why probate attorneys hold the keys to these deals. Full episode: https://www.thetexasrealestateandfinancepodcast.com/texas-probate-real-estate/ #realtortips #probaterealestate #texashousing

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Sept. 25, 2025

Earn $700/Month with No Hookups @hookhubrv

Who’s really driving the RV land boom? Caylee Harrington of HookHub shares surprising renter stats Realtors should know. Full episode: https://www.thetexasrealestateandfinancepodcast.com/land-income-opportunities/ #realestate #realtortips #housingmarket

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Sept. 24, 2025

Fed Cuts vs Mortgage Rates: What Realtors Need to Know

Does a Fed rate cut really lower mortgage rates? Steve Barton shares why Realtors must prepare clients differently. Full episode: https://www.thetexasrealestateandfinancepodcast.com/realtor-strategies-falling-rates #realestate #mortgagerates #housingmarket

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Sept. 23, 2025

Probate Sellers Don’t Care About Your Upgrades @SimpleLawTX #realtortips #probaterealestate

Traditional sellers want top dollar for their renovations. Probate sellers? They just want cash. Learn why this creates unique opportunities for Realtors. Full episode: https://www.thetexasrealestateandfinancepodcast.com/texas-probate-real-estate #realestate #realtortips #texashousing #probaterealestate

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Sept. 23, 2025

🔴 LIVE Podcast: Protecting Realtors in the Field with SafeAgent

September is Realtor Safety Month… are you doing enough to stay secure? September is Realtor Safety Month, and this episode of The Texas Real Estate & Finance Podcast tackles one of the most critical issues in real estate—Realtor safety in the field. Award-winning DFW Realtor Cathy Hickman joins us to…

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