Pocket Hours
When is the last time you heard an awesome interview with a master producer in real estate? I'm guessing maybe never. Well, that's going to change. Pocket Hours, hosted by Jennifer Nelson, owner of Scout Real Estate Brokerage in Seattle, is for realtors who are looking to up their game and master the craft of selling homes while learning from the best. No matter how long you’ve been in the industry, Pocket Hours is designed to ignite your brain one story at a time. Jennifer will motivate you with funny stories that will make you laugh and specific steps you can implement into your business today. We’re going to hear from some of the best of the best in our industry. BONUS: if you are a licensed real estate broker in the state of Washington, you'll actually earn clock hour credits just for tuning in. So what are you waiting for? Subscribe already on your favorite podcast app.
Episodes
Thinking about a second career? Maybe in real estate? Are you curious what it really takes to thrive in today’s housing market?
In this episode of Pocket Hours, host Jennifer Nelson takes a look at growth, grit, and client-centered success. Jennifer is joined by real estate professional Pieter Salverda, who shares his inspiring journey from a background in education to a thriving real estate business.
Have you thought about flipping homes or scaling your real estate investing strategy? This episode of Pocket Hours dives deep into real estate investing, flipping houses, and navigating the Seattle housing market.
Host Jennifer Nelson sits down with James Stark, a seasoned investor and founder of Stark Homes, to trace his path from college soccer player to successful real estate entrepreneur. James—“Jimmy...
What do bubblegum, open houses, and broker agreements have in common? Real estate success, of course!
In this episode of Pocket Hours, host Jennifer Nelson sits down with Danny Adamson—aka the Bubblegum Realtor—who's turned his background in social work into a powerhouse real estate business.
Danny shares his story of trading social services for sales, and how the skills from his former life...
Are you looking to elevate your real estate business? What does it take to really succeed in today’s competitive housing market? And what is your opinion on private, exclusive listings — do they really serve buyers and sellers best?
This episode of Pocket Hours is covering everything from controversial questions on private listings to client retention strategies to market insights. The conversation will re...
Is buying a home always the best financial move—or could renting actually make more sense? With home prices on the rise and interest rates fluctuating, what are the real cost and benefits to buying a home?
In this episode of Pocket Hours, Jennifer Nelson sits down with financial advisor Josh Whelan to talk about all the nuances of the rent vs. buy debate, especially in the context of the Seattle real esta...
The real estate market is constantly evolving, and staying informed is crucial for buyers, sellers, and industry professionals alike. In this episode, host Jennifer Nelson sits down with seasoned real estate experts Amie Stewart and Kelley Meister from Meister Stewart Partners to discuss the latest trends shaping the housing market in 2025.
Kelley, Amie, and Jennifer talk about the impact of the recent Na...
The real estate industry is constantly evolving. Success requires adaptability, trust, and strategic networking. Finding long-term success is something to be admired. So let’s look to David Warren, a seasoned real estate broker with two decades of experience, who joins Pocket Hours to share the key to finding long-term success in real estate.
Host Jennifer Nelson, founder of Scout Real Estate, talks to Da...
In this episode of Pocket Hours podcast, Jennifer Nelson, founder of Scout Real Estate, sits down with Erin Tomosada, a rising real estate professional entering her third year in the business.
Erin shares her experiences, challenges, and key strategies that have helped her transition from an executive assistant to a full-time, successful, real estate agent.
Erin opens up about the importance...
Like the properties they buy and sell, the real estate industry is a dynamic and ever-evolving field. This episode of Pocket Hours highlights the story of one remarkable agent who tapped into the knowledge of her mentors and the growing reach of social media to launch and grow her business.
Lorena Bensching found success as a top-performing agent after changing careers. Lorena’s story is a testament to re...
The real estate business has so many ups and downs, moving from peaks to lows and back again over days and weeks, or sometimes in a moment as things change.
Selling or buying a home is an experience packed full of emotion. Maybe your client is saying goodbye to their childhood home or the home they brought their babies home to. Maybe your client is buying as part of a huge career transition or selling aft...
Jennifer Nelson welcomes Molly Kemper to Pocket Hours for an episode all about creating success in a short amount of time. What’s the miracle formula? Taking a client-first approach, plus doing thorough market research equals truly amazing results.
Real estate advisor Molly looks to her clients as a source of information. Having them tell their story enables her to get a grasp on the impact the local comm...
In this episode of Pocket Hours, Jennifer Nelson has invited a panel of brokers to discuss the changes that have come to the industry since the National Association of Realtors settlement in May of 2024. The settlement aims to preserve a consumer’s choice and provide clarity with required written agreements.
Jennifer and the panel are here to address concerns about how the settlement could change the indu...
For realtor Rhonni Meehan, it was the process of buying her first home in her early 20s that made her fall in love with real estate. Staying hands-on through the lengthy home-buying process gave her the nudge she needed to get her license and launch a new career. It started as “let’s see what happens” — and what happened, happened fast!
On this episode of Pocket Hours, Jennifer Nelson, founder of Scout Rea...
Work-life balance is crucial to having a successful career alongside a fulfilling life. It’s a challenge to find the right balance and then keep it as your career evolves and your family grows and changes.
In this episode of Pocket Hours, Jennifer Nelson is talking with guest, Shelley Godwin about how to put your family first and still build a successful business in real estate. Shelley has over 12 years of experience in the indus...
Content warning: alcohol addiction.
“I can do this. I’m gonna do this. I’ve got this.” It’s this mindset and progression that got realtor Therese Bianchi through a tough divorce, raising four kids, and starting a real estate career in 2007.
Tenacity, determination, professionalism, creativity, and continuing to show up are the traits we hear repeatedly on Podcast Hours. Therese is no exceptio...
Home inspections are crucial in the real estate industry, providing sellers, buyers, and brokers with a clear understanding of property conditions and helping to prevent legal issues.
In this episode of Pocket Hours, Jennifer Nelson discusses All Things Home Inspection with Dylan Chalk. Even veteran brokers will hear a lot of valuable tidbits for this must-do during the buying/selling process.
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The why, the reason we do what we do, for many brokers, is their families. Parenting is hard. Working is hard. So finding the balance between family and work is key.
Scout Real Estate founder Jennifer Nelson invites a panel of brokers who do double duty as parents to discuss their challenges on Pocket Hours today. They are sharing insight and tips for striking the best possible work-life balance.
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As real estate agents, it is always the goal to help buyers see the potential in a home or property when they are in the market to buy. Adding an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) or a Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (DADU) is an up-and-coming way that not only maximizes the buyer’s investment but also provides many other benefits.
In this episode of Pocket Hours, Jennifer Nelson is talking to Nathan Bennett...
This episode of Pocket Hours is a little different. Scout Real Estate Founder Jennifer Nelson interviews her friend and longtime colleague, Dawn Leverett. Dawn is sharing her journey of misdiagnosis and eventual acceptance of Multiple System Atrophy (MSA), a rare neurodegenerative disorder.
Despite all she’s been through, Dawn maintains her sense of humor and finds support from her friends and family. Dawn’s real esta...
On this episode of Pocket Hours, we’ve turned the tables…well, the microphone, at least. Kristine Milkovich joins Scout Real Estate founder Jennifer Nelson, but Kristine is doing the interviewing, and Jennifer is answering the questions. If you are new here, or have ever wondered about Jennnifer’s background, this episode is a great place to start!
Kristine and Jennifer discuss buyer-broker agreements, cha...
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