HELP! Nobody Told Me
Welcome to "HELP! Nobody Told Me..." where we navigate life's transitions with heart and humor. Learn with hosts Jasmine Shapiro and Shannon Johnson, Chicagoland REALTORS® and Senior Real Estate Specialists® with BHHSChicago. Join us as we delve into the world of real estate at different stages of life with an eye on your future, guided by our team including Mindy Leonard, SOS- Super Organized Spaces, a home organizer, and Jordan Kagan, The Man of Silver, specializing in sterling silver, precious metals, coins and watches. In each episode, we'll bring you insightful interviews with various guests to help you plan for the future, whether it's your own, your parents' or anyone else in your life. From practical advice on navigating real estate transactions to discussions about the emotions that accompany change, we're here to empower and educate you on how to handle the next chapter. Subscribe and follow wherever you get your podcasts and learn what you need to plan for today!
Episodes
Senator Laura Fine has represented Illinois’ 9th District in the State Senate since 2018, following six years serving as the State Representative for the 17th District. The 9th District includes communities across Chicago’s northern suburbs. Senator Fine currently chairs the Illinois Senate Behavioral and Mental Health Committee, and her legislative work has included consumer protection, health care, mental health servi...
Sam Sharp is the Regional Executive Vice President at CrossCountry Mortgage in Chicago, one of the nation’s leading retail mortgage lenders. With more than two decades of experience in the mortgage industry, Sam has built a reputation for delivering exceptional customer service, clear communication, and innovative financing solutions that help buyers and homeowners achieve their goals. A Scotsman Guide Top 100 Originator, Sam...
Tuyen Nguyen, CCIM, is a commercial real estate broker, investor, and entrepreneur with more than 20 years of experience helping clients navigate the Chicago commercial real estate market. As Director of Chicago Real Estate Resources, Inc., she specializes in retail leasing, investment sales, multifamily properties, and asset positioning. Beyond commercial brokerage, Tuyen has owned and operated successful restaurants, childcare ce...
Carrie Wenzel is the founder of Trine Soul LLC and a Spiritual & Holistic Business & Marketing Coach who helps entrepreneurs build businesses that are aligned with their purpose, values, and intuition. Once a top-ranked leadership coach in the corporate world, Carrie transformed her own life after overcoming significant mental and physical health challenges, including fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. Today, she empowers ot...
Katie Monahan Brooks, CDP, DCS, is a Senior Living & Resource Advisor with Oasis Senior Advisors Chicago North, where she helps older adults and their families navigate some of life's most important care decisions. As a Certified Dementia Practitioner and Dementia Connection Specialist, Katie provides compassionate, personalized guidance to families exploring senior living options, in-home care, hospice services, and community ...
Are online home valuations like Zillow, Homes.com, and Realtor.com costing you money? In this eye-opening episode, Shannon and Jasmine expose the hidden dangers of relying on automated home estimates—showing you exactly why Zestimates are just a starting point, not the final answer for North Shore real estate.
They break down two real-world case studies featuring comparable properties in Lincolnshire and Highland Park, Illinoi...
Dave Hiltebrand is a musician, composer, and entrepreneur who has spent more than 30 years making a living through music. Throughout his career, he has toured internationally, worked as a sought-after studio musician, written songs featured on the radio, and composed music for film and television. His lifelong passion for creating meaningful musical experiences has now evolved into a new venture that combines creativity with wellne...
Jennifer Keeney is a people leader, community advocate, and change-maker who is passionate about creating meaningful impact in both business and the communities she serves. With a diverse career spanning multiple industries, including healthcare, Jennifer has built a reputation as a versatile and creative leadership expert. She has successfully guided organizations ranging in size from 200 to 30,000 employees, partnering with...
Philip Flores Jr. is the Founder of Cremation By Water Group, a forward-thinking funeral home serving families and funeral professionals throughout Chicagoland with modern, eco-friendly end-of-life care for both people and pets. As a nationally recognized advocate for alkaline hydrolysis, commonly known as water cremation, Philip is passionate about educating families about the five legal disposition options available today. ...
The whole senior resource team is back together! Shannon, Jasmine, Mindy, and Jordan catch up on what's new — and share what families navigating a senior move or estate situation need to know right now.
Mindy Leonard - Super Organized Spaces
- What's new and how her services have evolved
- Where families should start when they feel overwhelmed
- The emotional side of letting go — and how to make it easier
Jordan Kagan...
Dr. Suzi Siegel is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician and a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner who is dedicated to helping women navigate perimenopause and menopause with confidence and clarity. With more than 30 years of experience caring for patients in busy emergency rooms, Dr. Siegel has witnessed firsthand the serious health consequences that can occur when women are not properly educated or supported through...
Dr. Suzi Siegel is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician and a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner who is dedicated to helping women navigate perimenopause and menopause with confidence and clarity. With more than 30 years of experience caring for patients in busy emergency rooms, Dr. Siegel has witnessed firsthand the serious health consequences that can occur when women are not properly educated or supported through...
Josh Rosenfeld is the Founder and CEO of AlwaysHere, an innovative AI platform designed to support families caring for loved ones with autism and dementia through voice-based companions. A lifelong technologist and entrepreneur, Josh brings over three decades of experience building digital products used by millions, having worked with leading organizations such as Apple, Humana, Walgreens, and Zillow, where he served as Creative Di...
Mary Fedorowski is the Chief Executive Officer of Avoa Health, a concierge patient advocacy service dedicated to supporting individuals with chronic illnesses and their families. With over twenty years of experience navigating the healthcare system, Mary is passionate about ensuring patients receive the highest level of personalized care so they can focus on healing and spending meaningful time with their loved ones. Through Avoa H...
Chelsea Duggan is a North Shore-based personal trainer and founder of The Ritual Fit, specializing in senior fitness, nutrition, and strength training. As a competitive jiu jitsu athlete, Chelsea brings a unique perspective on the importance of moving well, fueling the body properly, and maintaining strength at every stage of life. Her approach focuses on helping clients build sustainable habits that support long-term health, mobil...
Anna Czech is the President and founder of Haul with Heart, a full-service cleanout and transition company serving the Chicagoland area. What began as a simple hauling business has grown into a deeply meaningful service focused on helping families navigate life’s most overwhelming moments. From downsizing and estate cleanouts to senior transitions and unexpected life changes, Anna and her team bring compassion, reliability, a...
MaryGrace Sharp, MPH, is a Program Manager with the Alzheimer’s Association, where she has been serving since February 2024. In her role, MaryGrace delivers free educational programming across northern Cook County and Lake County, focusing on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, caregiver support, and available community resources. She also oversees 24 active dementia-related caregiver support groups and manages a...
Abra Berkley is a sales specialist at Shelle Jewelers, where she has been helping clients create meaningful, lasting pieces since joining the team in 2020. With a passion for craftsmanship and storytelling through jewelry, Abra specializes in custom design, repurposing heirloom stones, and guiding clients through everything from jewelry box cleanouts to appraisals and watch repairs. She has earned her Diamond Essentials certificati...
Our hosts, Shannon & Jasmine, talk about their experience serving seniors in real estate, why it is so important to them and what they’ve done to better serve this community.
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Paula Carballido is the Executive Director and co-founder of Lake County Honor Flight, a nonprofit dedicated to honoring our veterans by bringing them to Washington, D.C. to visit the memorials built in their honor. Since launching in 2013, the Lake County, Illinois hub has completed 29 flights and honored 639 veterans, ensuring each one receives the recognition, gratitude, and sense of closure they deserve. Under Paula’s lea...
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