What really separates thriving Realtors® from those just getting by? Is it timing, market knowledge, or something deeper?

In this mini episode of Do Epic $h*t, your hosts Colleen Basinski and Kimberly Neill step in as guest speakers on Real Estate 101 with Todd Probasco. Together, they pull back the curtain on what’s happening in today’s markets—Chicago and Florida—while sharing the timeless truths that have fueled their decades of success.

Chicago Real Estate: The post-frenzy market is finding its rhythm again. Well-priced, move-in-ready homes still spark multiple offers, but buyers are more selective than ever when it comes to condition and value. With 30-year fixed mortgage rates hovering near 6.375%, stability may finally be returning to the market.

Florida Real Estate: Once the hottest region in the country, markets like Cape Coral are shifting. Insurance costs and HOA fees are putting pressure on affordability, but strategic buyers are still finding opportunities—especially those willing to think long-term.

Beyond the stats, Colleen and Kim keep it real about what actually drives long-term success in real estate: answer your damn phone, build authentic relationships, and show up with relentless consistency. As Colleen puts it: “This is not just a transactional business. This is a relational business.” And as Kim reminds us: “If I didn’t answer my phone, I wouldn’t make a living.”

Whether you’re buying, selling, or building a career in real estate, this episode delivers market insights, Realtor® mindset, and no-BS wisdom you won’t find in a headline. From the Midwest to the Sunshine State, Colleen and Kim share the unfiltered advice every client and every Realtor® needs to hear in 2025.

💡 Lessons we’ve learned about balancing it all—sometimes successfully, sometimes… not.

If you’re out here trying to DO EPIC SH*T, this one’s for YOU. Hit play, tag a friend, and let’s do this thing together! 👇🔥

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