Nominations

Nominations

Elevate your real estate career in 2025 with Nominations the ultimate guide to thriving in Utah’s competitive market. Hosted by Taisha Ostler and The Silver Dollar Man, this podcast features exclusive interviews with Utah’s real estate leaders, revealing strategies to generate leads, close deals, and streamline processes. Whether you’re a new agent eager to succeed or a seasoned pro ready to scale, each episode delivers practical advice, expert insights, and inspiring stories. Tune in for the knowledge you need to sell more, stress less, and build a thriving, lasting real estate career.

Episodes

January 15, 2024 28 mins

In this episode of Nominations, we delve into the world of real estate with Rod Blazvick, a top 1% realtor and retired Air Force veteran. Rod discusses how his military background has shaped his approach to real estate, offering unique insights and strategies for success in this dynamic field.


Episode Highlights:

  • Real Estate Karma: Understanding its Impact
  • Navigating Challenges: The Young Couple's Story
  • Military P...
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Are you a realtor struggling to make your last commission check last? Wondering if it's time to step away from the market? Before you decide, listen to what Dave Monson, co-owner of Altius Mortgage, shares about turning these challenges into opportunities. Drawing from his extensive experience since 1998, Dave sheds light on the current state of the mortgage industry and offers strategies for success in today's challenging ...

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December 14, 2023 18 mins

In a culture captivated by the rush of instant gratification, pausing and appreciating the slow but steady triumphs achieved through dedication and gradual self-improvement is essential. This installment of 'Nominations' features an inspiring dialogue with Suzanne Preston, an accomplished Realtor, a guiding mentor, and a broker at Ran Life Real Estate's Bountiful branch. With over a decade of industry expertise, Suzanne...

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Get ready to supercharge your investment game with the insights of our nominee, Boston Taylor, from Academy Mortgage.

Whether it's multiple property pursuits or portfolio expansion, this episode holds the key to your unparalleled success. And that's not all! Boston unravels a treasure trove of agent-focused loan programs that will empower you and your clients in the world of real estate investment. If you're ready to...

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Are you struggling to qualify your buyers for their long-awaited dream homes?

 

We've scouted, nominated, and secured a power couple here to revolutionize your real estate game. Meet Carli and Kevin Spradlin, a dynamic husband and wife team at Ultimate Home Lending.

 

Armed with nearly a decade of experience in the mortgage industry, their commitment to promoting education, Maintaining clear communication, and enhancing realtor...

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Did you know many realtors might miss out on industry-specific strategic financial planning? We sit down with Nominee Mike Metzger, the insightful Financial Advisor and owner of at Lifepoint Financial Design. Mike discussed the financial intricacies that realtors often face, providing tailored advice for navigating these challenges.


Episode Highlights:


  • Differentiating financial strategies for realtors


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Are you leveraging the lead-generating potential of Instagram? Mike Gooch of Coldwell Banker isn't just any agent; with sales reaching $29.5 million in a mere year, he's cemented his place in the top 1.5% of realtors nationwide. His go-to platform for generating these staggering leads? Instagram. Discover the potential of Instagram and learn firsthand from Mike's strategy. Your next lead might be a post away. Tune in no...

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August 3, 2023 12 mins

Sarah McNamara, a real estate guru at Summit Sotheby's International Realty, is this episode Nominee. Discover Sarah's exceptional client-focused approach, valuable counseling expertise, and the efficient systems she implements to succeed in Utah's competitive real estate market. Tune in and get inspired by the extraordinary achievements of Utah Real Estate Professionals. Subscribe now!

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Attention Utah Realtors! If you want to take your business to the next level and provide better service to your clients, you don't want to miss this episode. Join Russ Wright and TeriJensen with ARC Home as they share valuable insights on the benefits of non-qualified mortgage lending and how it can help borrowers who do not qualify under conventional lending sources. You'll learn practical strategies for finding new buyers...

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As a real estate agent, understanding design psychology can be critical in helping you succeed in a competitive market. In real estate, this means understanding how color, lighting, space, and layout can influence a buyer's perception of a property. Julia Uberty with Windemere Real Estate shares how Design psychology studies how people perceive and interact with their physical environment.


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Carlee Ventura of Fairway Mortgage has real estate running through her veins. Carlee knows the ins and outs of the lending game and is all about finding the perfect lender and using creative financing strategies to help her clients achieve their home ownership dreams. Take advantage of this episode and your chance to tap into Carlee's lending expertise.

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Are you ready to go from real estate rookie to rockstar? Spencer Ford with Perry Group is here to show us anything is possible! He talks to us about his two-year journey of selling more than 75 homes and hitting 50 million in volume. It’s not just luck - he knows how important it is to find a great team, take all leads coming his way, and be focused on the work. Get ready for tips on becoming your best realtor-self by tuning into t...

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February 8, 2023 23 mins

At iTech Real Estate Services, Michelle Barfuss has been a leader in utilizing technology to advance her real estate career since 1997. Recognizing the potential of technology to streamline processes and provide greater access to data, Michelle was the first agent in her area to develop a website and offer 360 tours. She began her work in the field back in Louisiana and later moved to Salt Lake City, Utah, where she continues to ex...

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January 16, 2023 10 mins

There's a new co-host in town, and her name is Taisha Ostler! Taisha is an impressive addition to the Nominations Podcast team, with more than two decades of experience in the title insurance industry. She began her journey as a receptionist, later becoming an Escrow Officer at Title One. She has demonstrated an undeniable passion for helping people secure a house for their home during her career.

Taisha's skill set goes far beyond...

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August 1, 2022 38 mins
Craig Whiting is one of the owners of Prime Real Estate Experts. His real estate career started in 2003 when he became a loan officer, and he later obtained his real estate license in 2007. After getting his degree from the University of Utah, Craig decided to open his own brokerage and has continued down that path ever since.

Craig went into business with his current partner in December 2020, in a style he describes as “shooting...
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July 1, 2022 37 mins
Duane Richins is one of the owners of Prime Real Estate Experts, located in Draper, Utah. He is a door-to-door real estate agent who believes in having a vision and doing whatever it takes to achieve that goal.

To Duane, drive is what sets apart the successful agents from the unsuccessful ones, hence the importance of vision boards and goal-setting at his brokerage.
When asked how he stays motivated when things aren’t going his...
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June 1, 2022 44 mins
Lindsey decided to get his realtor license back in 1980 to bypass realtor fees when purchasing his first home. He chose to stay in real estate and is now a realtor with Realty Path Success. Having been a realtor for over four decades, Lindsey has seen his share of realty ups and downs. However, he has been able to service his clients through the highs and lows of Utah real estate.

Lindsey says the advice he would give someone new ...
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May 1, 2022 66 mins
Brad Simons has been working in the home industry his entire life and is currently working for Magelby Construction, building custom high-end homes. Having served on the National Association of Homebuilders for over two decades, Brad has a wealth of experience and knowledge about what is going on in the home building industry not only locally, but nationally as well.

Starting Out Young in Construction

Brad started working constr...
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Steve Perry has over two decades of experience in real estate and was elected President to the Salt Lake Board of Realtors in 2020. Steve was instrumental in taking one of the largest brokerages in the state from under 200 agents to over 1,100 agents. He has served his community consistently through the years, volunteering his time for local youth sports and was even the Mayor of Kearns.

With so many legalities to buying a home, ...
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March 3, 2022 40 mins
Nathan Osmond with Security Home Mortgage is our first guest on four of our podcast series. Nathan has traveled the world, training real estate investors on investing. He's shared the stage with United States Presidents, top business gurus, and even the "Sharks" from Shark Tank's hit television show. He has also trained the largest board of realtors in the nation as their keynote speaker. Nathan now brings his Real Estate knowledg...
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