In this episode, we’re joined by Jason Petrie, CCAR’s Government Affairs Director, and Marvin Jolly, Past Chairman of Texas REALTORS® and Past President of CCAR. Together, they’ll share key takeaways from the recent Texas REALTORS® Winter Meeti...

In this episode of Welcome to the Top, we sit down with Luke Hamlett, Vice Chair of CCAR's Community Outreach Committee, to talk about the upcoming Roadmap to Homeownership event. On March 29, this event will provide informati...

In this episode of Welcome to the Top, we sit down with Kristin Smith, a REALTOR®, investor, and speaker who made waves on HGTV’s Battle on the Beach. From flipping homes on national TV to sharing tips on creating a standout s...

In this special episode of Welcome to the Top, we sit down with Kara Shrum from the Children’s Advocacy Center of Collin County (CACCC) to discuss their vital mission of providing safety, healing, and justice for children and families ...

In this compelling episode of Welcome to the Top, we sit down with Amy Hanson, President of the National Association of Residential Property Managers and Texas REALTORS® Director, to discuss a critical situation involving HOAs and prop...

In this week's episode, we sit down with Jason Craig, President of IRA Resources, Inc., to explore the world of self-directed IRAs. Jason breaks down everything you need to know, from the basics to the finer details that could reshape your fina...

Are you feeling stuck? Do you have big goals for 2025? If so, this is the episode for you.Listen as top-producing agent, Co-Founder of VIVO Realty and Managing Broker Bernice Maez shares how her passion for education began and what cour...

In honor of Veterans Day, we’re thrilled to welcome Mark Alexander, DFW Mortgage Business Development Officer for Navy Federal Credit Union, to a special episode of Welcome to the Top. Mark brings a wealth of knowledge on VA loans, and he's her...

Are you real-estate-curious? Planning a new career for your new year? Then this is the episode for you! Listen in as Linda Chase, Champions School DFW Regional Manager, covers the educational process, pass rates and requirements to unlock a car...

On this episode of Welcome to the Top, Chase Crenshaw and Ross Gillispie from Alliance Bank discuss what effects the NAR Settlement has had on the lending side of a real estate transaction.Hint: The ball is always in your court...

Required practice changes have been implemented. Now what? On this week's episode of Welcome to the Top Melissa Hailey, CCAR Instructor, Broker and TREC Broker/Lawyer Committee member discusses how to discuss NAR Settlement changes...

On this episode of Welcome to the Top, Meredith Martin, American Home Shield Market Manager, discusses what a home warranty is, what transactions need one, who pays for it and more. Don't be shy. Home Warranties are back in style, and this is w...

In this episode of Welcome to the Top, Glynn Mosier, Business Development for Independence Title, discusses who the Title Company works for, its key responsibilities, how often a title report contains surprises, what happens if a title problem ...

Did you miss NAR's 2024 Legislative Meeting in Washington DC? Have no fear, Kayla Click, CCAR TREPAC Chair and TREPAC Trustee Region 4, and David Long, CCAR Past President and We Are Real Estate Broker/Owner, share all the highlights you need t...

Who better to market yourself than YOU?  On this week's podcast Sam Smith, REALTOR®,  Director of Training,  Coach and Mentor, shares tech tips that you can implement today to streamline and grow your business. <...

The good, the bad and the ugly. Listen to hear the emerging trends Sean Clemmensen, Attorney at Law and Tiago Title General Counsel, is seeing.  In this information-packed 15-minute episode, you will hear legal counsel d...

On this week's Welcome to the Top episode, Pius Dawson, NAR Global Ambassador to Austria & Germany and Texas Realtor Global Liaison, discusses how REALTORS® can expand their geographic area of practice. Listen as Dawson address...

In this episode, we sit down with Brandi Snowden, the Director of Member and Consumer Survey Research at the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). Snowden sheds light on the fascinating world of real estate market research and survey creatio...

Guiding clients on schools and the age of a neighborhood can quickly turn into steering if an agent is not careful. On this week's episode of Welcome to the Top,  Ericka Alvarez, Managing Broker at Coldwell Banker Rockwall, Past President ...

Listen as CCAR President Jamuna Thill,  President-Elect Jennifer Parker, Secretary/Treasurer Kyle Paris, and Immediate Past President Shana Acquisto discuss NAR's proposed settlement. Listeners will hear from CCAR Executive Co...

Tune in to gain valuable insights and actionable tips from Kyle Paris, CCAR Secretary/Treasurer, on how to build and leverage professional relationships in the real estate industry. In this episode, Paris answers essential question...

Today’s episode is for anyone who is considering buying an investment property but feels stuck. Our guest, Nancy Wallace-Laabs, Coach, Consultant and Short-Term Rental Educator, meets you where you are but refuses to leave you there! <...

The Seller Disclosure Notice is a critical part of a residential transaction. Spend ten minutes with Bob Baker, Broker and Instructor, to hear how to respond to incomplete forms, who is exempt from completing the form, what sellers are required...

Homeowners' insurance policies are increasing, and everyone is feeling the burn! On this episode of Welcome to the Top, insurance expert Barney Schwartz discusses where and why insurance rates are increasing, if they will go back down, and stra...

In this episode, guests Chase Crenshaw and Mike Jumper delve into the latest developments in lending policies and potential changes in credit scoring, providing insights that every real estate agent and investor should know.