Behind The Closing Door

In this episode of Behind the Closing Door, Nicole and Tony sit down with Stephanie Breckbill, owner of SLB Design Company, wellness-focused staging consultant, clarity coach, and co-host of the Stager Savvy podcast. Stephanie shares why home staging is more than just pretty décor—it's ...

In this episode of Behind the Closing Door, Nicole and Tony sit down with Adam Gillespie, founder of Apex Elite AI, Inman Award winner, and recognized leader in AI for real estate. Adam shares his journey from discovering ChatGPT to building one of the most impactful AI training communities for realtors worldwide. He reveals how agents can leverage AI to save time, streamline their business, and ...

In this episode of Behind the Closing Door, Nicole and Tony sit down with Danny Colella, co-founder and Content Marketing Director of Captive Content, to talk about building trust-driven brands through authentic content. Danny introduces his concept of "Trust First Marketing," shifting the focus from chasing viral fame to creating relatable, consistent content that attracts the...

In this episode of Behind the Closing Door, hosts Nicole Giamundo and Tony Carnesi sit down with new Denver-based real estate agent Lauren McMillan, who's quickly carving her path in a competitive market using one powerful tool: authentic content. Lauren shares her journey from retail management to real estate, her bold move into social media (including TikTok home tours and a community book club...

In this inspiring episode of Behind the Closing Door, Nicole and Tony sit down with Travis Marschner, a former Marine Corps C-130 pilot turned medevac pilot, now building a real estate business in Castle Rock, Colorado — with his signature mix of heart, hustle, and community focus.

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In this captivating episode of Behind the Closing Door, Nicole and Tony sit down with certified psychic medium, manifestation mentor, and intuitive guide Sam Reid for a conversation that's anything but ordinary. From ghost stories at the Stanley Hotel to house clearings, energetic portals, and real estate decisions based on vibes, this episode blends the spiritu...

In this episode of Behind the Closing Door, hosts Nicole Giamundo and Tony Carnesi welcome Tayler Crocker, a real estate agent who has uniquely carved out a niche within the Taylor Swift fan community. Tayler shares her journey from being an OG Swifty to building a thriving business by connecting with fellow Swifties. The conversation explores the power of community, authenticity, and storytelling in real estate, as well as the cha...

In this eye-opening episode, Nicole and Tony go behind the scenes of the lending and real estate world to talk about why the mortgage process feels harder than ever right now—and what you can do to navigate it like a pro. From skyrocketing loan buybacks and underwriter nitpicking to the power of knowing your numbers and ditching the shame around money conversations, they break it all down in a way that's smart, real, and actionable

In this episode of Behind the Closing Door, hosts Nicole Giamundo and Tony Carnesi welcome Angela Grunst from Roof Brokers to discuss the critical aspects of roofing in real estate. They explore the importance of roof inspections for sellers, the services provided by Roof Brokers, current trends in roofing and insurance, challenges faced during installations, and proactive steps homeowners should take after hailstorms. The conversa...

In this episode, Nicole Giamundo and Tony Carnesi discuss the current state of the real estate market, focusing on the impact of tariffs, regional market differences, and the challenges in construction and rental markets. They explore how rising costs and interest rates affect homebuyers and landlords, emphasizing the importance of equity in real estate investments. In this conversation, Tony Carnesi and Nicole Giamundo discuss the...

In this episode of 'Behind the Closing Door', hosts Nicole Giamundo and Tony Carnesi engage with Corey Martin, a seasoned real estate agent, discussing his journey into the industry, the importance of follow-up, and building relationships with clients. Corey shares insights on community engagement, his transition to running his own business, and effective time management strategies that allow him to balance work and family life. Th...

In this episode of Behind Closed Doors, Tony Carnesi and Nicole Giamundo interview Lynn Goetz, a seasoned realtor with over 21 years of experience. Lynn shares her journey into real estate, her leadership roles, and insights into the current state of the real estate market, particularly focusing on builder-realtor relationships, challenges in new construction, and the impact of interest r...

In this episode, Nicole Giamundo and Tony Carnesi break down what's really going on behind the rising HOA fees and how deferred maintenance can hit both buyers and sellers hard.

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• Why HOA fees are climbing

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In this episode, Nicole and Tony sit down with Phil Treadwell—mindset coach, podcast pro, and founder of M1 Academy—for a deep dive into what it really takes to grow in today's mortgage and real estate space.

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In this episode, Nicole Giamundo and Tony Carnesi get real about their journeys in the mortgage and real estate world—what's changed, what's stayed the same, and the lessons that keep them moving forward.

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