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Episode 368: Our special Mother's Day edition with guest Cindy Meza, a single mother of five who once lived at the poverty level, selling bags on the streets of Chicago just to provide for her children. Today, she is one of the top producers at Realty of America. So, the question is... what changed? What did she decide? And what can we learn from her journey? Listen now!

Episode 367: What happens when the real estate company behind the For Sale yard sign starts getting bigger and acquiring or being acquired by other companies? Do you really care who merges with who when you’re buying or selling your home – probably not. But you may care if it changes your choices, your services, your cost, and more. Listen now!

Episode 366:

Adam Kritcos of CrossCountry Mortgage https://crosscountrymortgage.com/chicago-il-3967/adam-kriticos/ provides Fannie Mae 2026 condo updates that buyers and realtors need to understand. Listen now.

Episode 365: If you’ve ever considered becoming a real estate agent, Liz & Linda are pulling back the curtain on what really drives income and sales. Learn the process of generating consistent income and how to make a living in this competitive landscape. Listen now!

Episode 364: Hear from Vince DePaul, Director of Your House Real Estate Academy. Learn how they help raise the standard for realtors when it comes to education, and licensing. Visit https://www.yourhouseacademy.com/ to learn more. Listen now!

Episode 363: What happens when your property deal closes .. and then something breaks? This week, Liz sits down with Tia D. from Home Warranty of America to unpack one of the most overlooked tools in real estate: the home warranty. If you’re a buyer, seller, or Realtor, this is the conversation worth hearing before the next appliance breakdown, system crash, or surprise repair. Listen now. For more details visit https://www.facebook.com/HomeWarrantyofAmericaIllinois/.

Episode 362: Have you ever thought about getting into real estate? This week, Liz and Linda break down what it really takes to make a six-figure income in real estate - and why it starts with “THE HUNT”. Not the logo. Not the business cards. Not the pretty social media posts. Listen now!

Episode 361: Most homeowners think they're protected… until something actually happens. Are you really insured — or just hoping nothing bad happens?

Liz sits down with De'Andre Hardy of Goosehead Insurance to uncover what most people misunderstand about homeowners insurance, why the cheapest policy can sometimes cost the most, and what every homeowner should review before the next storm hits. If you own a home, drive a car, or have assets worth protecting — this is a conversation you don't want to miss. Listen now! For more info visit https://www.goosehead.com/agents/il/oak-park/deandre-hardy/

Episode 360: What does global unrest really mean for mortgage rates and your buying power? Should homebuyers wait? Mortgage expert Adam Kriticos https://crosscountrymortgage.com/chicago-il-3967/adam-kriticos/ joins Liz to break down what buyers should actually watch, what they should ignore, and what down payment help may still be available right now. Before you sit on the sidelines, get the facts. It’s time to prepare, not panic. Listen now!

Episode 359: Learn why the first warm weekend creates the worst real estate decisions. Liz and Linda also discuss real estate negotiations, and their “7-day Spring Reset” so you stop guessing and start winning. Listen now!

Episode 356: The 5 big mistakes first-time home buyers make! Guest, Adam Kriticos from CrossCountry Mortgage exposes mistakes that quietly cost people thousands. We’ll show you how to avoid the surprise costs, the “cheap house” trap, and the financing missteps that can kill a deal at the finish line. Learn more here https://crosscountrymortgage.com/chicago-il-3967/adam-kriticos/ and listen now!

Episode 358: What if the most powerful marketing tool is the one people keep declaring “dead”? This week we pull back the curtain on radio—why it still reaches massive audiences and why audio trust still moves people. Then Linda and I share how we’ve leveraged radio for eight years to educate—without sounding like an ad. If you’re building anything—business, community, or influence—listen first.

Episode 357: We’re celebrating Black History Month, and yes — it’s Valentine’s Day — so we’re calling it what it is: love that leads, love that builds, love that protects, with special guest Reverend Jon Badie. Listen now.

Episode 356: The 5 big mistakes first-time home buyers make! Guest, Adam Kriticos from CrossCountry Mortgage exposes mistakes that quietly cost people thousands. We’ll show you how to avoid the surprise costs, the “cheap house” trap, and the financing missteps that can kill a deal at the finish line. Learn more here https://crosscountrymortgage.com/chicago-il-3967/adam-kriticos/ and listen now!

Episode 355: Are you failing at reaching your goals, or did you just hit the January wall? Liz and Linda break down why momentum dies by the end of the month—backed by real stats. Also, learn about a simple reset plan that works—understanding that habits take longer than people think. If 2026 feels like it’s slipping already… this episode is your comeback! Listen now.

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Episode 354: We break down PITI, and why it matters. It’s the four parts of your mortgage, that quietly changes your payment: Principal, Interest, Taxes, and Insurance. Listen now!

Episode 353: Ever wonder why some homes just.. don’t sell? This week, we crack the four real reasons: Price, Promotion, Presentation, People—and how to turn a cold listing into a hot property in 14 days. Whether you’re a buyer, a homeowner, or just real-estate-curious, you’ll learn how pros read the market, order photos to win the scroll, and negotiate without giving away the farm. Listen now!

Episode 352: We’re making the case for homeownership and real-estate investing—with new 2026 loan limits and a clearer rate picture. And if you’re self-employed, we’ll show you how to turn tax season into keys-season. Special guest is Art Lavelle https://neighborhoodloans.com/art-lavalle/ with the numbers and the game plan. Listen now!

Episode 351: Simple resets could change your entire year. Liz provides inspiration to build a 2026 RESET for your faith, health, relationships, and finances that stick past January. Real numbers, real scripts, zero fluff—just moves that compound. Start today. Listen now!