Free Game Real Estate Podcast

What happens when a client calls asking "Are we closing next week?" while their moving truck is already packed and their housewarming party is planned?

In this episode of Free Game, hosts Terrence Guess and Ed Averette dive deep into the critical question every real estate professional dreads hearing: "Are we closing next week?" The duo explores the intricate dance between lenders and realtors in today's chal...

What if the secret to building a 32-office real estate empire wasn't just about selling houses, but about creating a culture where top performers become business partners instead of hitting career ceilings?In this inspiring episode of Free Game Friday, hosts sit down with George Canciobello, founder of Lifestyle International Realty, and Roberto Guzman, the company's general manager and partner, to explore their remarkable ...

What does it take to transform your real estate career and open four successful offices in just eighteen months? This episode reveals the mindset shifts and authentic relationships that built a real estate empire from the ground up.

In this powerful episode recorded live at a grand opening celebration, hosts Terence Guess and Edward Averette sit down with Shawn Gerald, North & South Carolina State President for Lifestyle Interna...

What if the biggest misconception about real estate isn't about market trends or property values, but about the daily reality of what it actually takes to survive and thrive as a real estate professional?

In this raw and unfiltered episode of Free Game Friday, Ed and Terence pull back the curtain on the real estate industry, challenging the glossy social media portrayal that makes the profession look effortless. Ed shares his pe...

What if the advice you're following about real estate is actually setting you up for failure – and how do you know if you're listening to the right voices in today's confusing market?

In this candid episode of Free Game Friday, hosts Ed and Terence dive deep into one of the most critical questions facing today's real estate market participants: "Who are you listening to?" The conversation explores the d...

What does true freedom look like when you're building a life beyond borders?

In this eye-opening episode of Free Game, host Ed welcomes real estate developer Dre Taylor and The Beyond Investments team along with the dynamic duo behind Sisters Selling Real Estate, Louv Ford and Dez Gerald. The conversation takes listeners on a journey exploring opportunities in Ghana, the creation of Africa's first MLS system, and what it means to fi...

What if the peace we've been seeking isn't found in a place, but in a return to our ancestral home where we're truly seen as human beings?

In this thought-provoking episode of Free Game, hosts Terence Guess and Ed Averette join Louv Ford and Dez Gerald in welcoming developer Dre Taylor who shares his transformative journey from Kansas City, Missouri to Ghana, where he's now building a 105-property development in the ...

What could real estate opportunities in Ghana teach American agents about the future of global property investment?

In this illuminating episode of Free Game, hosts Terence and Ed welcome the dynamic sister duo behind Lifestyle Realty, Dez Gerald and Louv Ford. The conversation takes listeners from the current challenges of the American real estate market to exciting international opportunities emerging in Ghana. The sisters share t...

Are you prepared for the "new normal" in real estate where buyers are no longer waiting for interest rates to drop, but instead adapting to current market conditions?

In this episode of Free Game, hosts Terence and Ed dive into the current state of the real estate market, discussing how consumer confidence has improved despite higher interest rates. They explore how appraisals are resetting market values, sometimes com...

What if the greatest barrier to success in your industry isn't competition, but a collective resistance to true collaboration?

In this thought-provoking episode of Free Game Friday, hosts Ed and Terence dive into a candid conversation about the real estate industry in Charlotte compared to other major cities. They explore why many professionals struggle with genuine collaboration, discussing everything from the transplant cultur...

In this insightful episode of Free Game Real Estate, host Terence Guess and partner Ed Averette welcome special guest Joy Bailey, known as "The Mortgage Bawse." They dive into hard truths about homeownership in the African American community, discussing different expectations between clients, the façade of wealth through credit cards, and the importance of long-term financial planning. Joy shares her expertise as a mortga...

What does it really take to buy a home in today's market when even high earners struggle to qualify?

In this eye-opening episode of FREE GAME, hosts Terence Guess and Ed Averette welcome special guest Joy Bailey, an experienced mortgage loan officer with a decade in the industry. The conversation provides invaluable insights into the current state of the housing market, exploring the dramatic shifts that have occurred in recent ...

Are contingency offers in real estate worth the risk, or should buyers consider alternative approaches in today's market?

In this insightful episode of Free Game, hosts Ed Averette and Terence Guess dive deep into the complex world of contingency offers in real estate. They explore the challenges, risks, and potential solutions for buyers juggling the sale of their current home while purchasing a new one. Through role-playin...

Why are so many homebuyers rushing into contracts without truly understanding what they're signing up for, and what's really at stake when the ink dries?

In this enlightening episode of Free Game Friday, hosts Terence Guess and Ed Averette dig deep into the critical question: "Why are we under contract?" The duo examines the serious implications of real estate contracts, highlighting that they are legally bindi...

What does it really take to handle 35 closings in a single month? Is pursuing quantity compromising the quality of your life and business?

In this eye-opening episode of Free Game, Ed Averette and Terence Guess dive deep into the delicate balance between quantity and quality in the real estate and mortgage industry. They share their personal experiences handling an extraordinary volume of transactions (35 closings for Terence, 18 fo...

In this eye-opening episode of Free Game, hosts Terence Guess and Ed Averette break down the hidden costs of homeownership that many first-time buyers overlook. Going beyond the basic mortgage payment, they explore the full financial picture of owning a home including utilities, HOA fees, and rising property taxes. Drawing from personal experiences and industry knowledge, they provide valuable insights into creating realistic budge...

In this insightful episode of Free Game, hosts Terence Guess and Ed Averette sit down to discuss the delicate balance between putting in the work hours ("time in") and taking necessary breaks ("time out") in the real estate industry. The conversation explores how real estate professionals struggle with setting boundaries, managing burnout, and finding rhythm in a business that often demands constant availability...

What drives an entrepreneur to persist through their darkest moments, and how can the right support system transform business survival into success?

In this compelling episode, successful insurance agency owner Anthony Gallant joins hosts Ed Averette and Terence Guess to share his journey of entrepreneurial perseverance and business wisdom. The conversation delves deep into the crucial role of support systems in business success, th...

"How does a successful business owner transform from corporate burnout to creating a thriving enterprise that gives back to the community while mastering work-life balance?"

In this compelling episode of Free Game, hosts Terence Guess and Ed Averette welcome Anthony Gallant, a State Farm agency owner who transformed his business from struggling beginnings to a thriving community cornerstone in Gastonia. With remarkable...