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The Home Guys Podcast

The Home Guys Podcast

By: James/Jen Kolde and Jaden Ghylin
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Real estate is tough — but you don’t have to figure it out alone.

On The Homeguys Podcast, hosts James Kolde, Jen Kolde, and Jaden Ghylin share what it really takes to succeed as a franchisee in today’s market. No fluff — just real conversations about the wins, the setbacks, and the systems that actually move the needle.

Each episode is packed with practical strategies, proven processes, mindset shifts, and mentorship moments you can implement right away. But it’s about more than production — it’s about doing life together. Building alongside a network that supports you, challenges you, celebrates with you, and grows with you.

If you’re ready to work smarter, grow faster, and be part of something bigger than yourself, The Homeguys Podcast is your playbook — and your people.

© 2026 The Home Guys Podcast
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Episodes
  • $200M to $5M: The CRE Collapse No One Saw Coming
    Apr 25 2026

    🚨 Is Commercial Real Estate in a Full-Blown Crisis? 🚨

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    In this video, we break down what’s really happening inside the commercial real estate (CRE) market—and why many insiders are calling it a “bloodbath.”

    📉 Billions in equity have been wiped out.
    🏢 Trophy assets are seeing massive valuation drops.
    🏦 Banks are quietly taking back properties—but not how you’d expect.

    We dive deep into:

    🔹 The Current CRE Landscape
    Why some high-end properties have lost up to 95% of their value—and what that says about the market cycle.

    🔹 Why Lenders Aren’t Rushing to Foreclose
    The surprising incentives behind “kicking the can down the road” and how banks are handling distressed assets behind the scenes.

    🔹 The Interest Rate Shock
    How deals that worked at 3% interest are collapsing at 7.5%—and why many properties are now worth less than their debt.

    🔹 The Double Whammy Investors Face
    Rising expenses + higher borrowing costs = shrinking (or negative) cash flow.

    🔹 Where the Pain Is Worst
    Office buildings, failed conversions, and properties tied to floating-rate debt are taking the biggest hits.

    💡 Whether you’re an investor, broker, or just curious about where the market is headed, this breakdown gives you a clear, no-BS look at what’s unfolding—and what might come next.

    👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments—are we at the bottom, or is there more pain ahead?

    #CommercialRealEstate #RealEstateInvesting #CRE #MarketCrash #InterestRates #RealEstateNews #Investing

    📲 Interested in learning more about licensing or mentorship?
    Connect with our team here: homeguys.com/yt

    🔗 Connect With Us

    Website:
    https://www.homeguys.com/yt

    Instagram:
    https://www.instagram.com/homeguys_usa/

    Facebook:
    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570489073765

    YouTube:
    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqRZdKG4PO88XSeXOTet05A

    TikTok:
    https://www.tiktok.com/@homeguys_usa

    #RealEstate #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #Mentorship #RealEstateInvesting

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    17 mins
  • Storytelling for Real Estate Agents: How to Win More Clients (5 C’s Framework)
    Apr 22 2026

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    In this episode, Jen and James sit down with Dr. Danny Brassell—world-renowned speaker, coach, and co-founder of Well-Crafted Story. Often called the “Jim Carrey with a PhD,” Danny shares how humor, authenticity, and powerful storytelling can transform the way you communicate and connect.

    From covering the 1992 presidential election to teaching in inner-city schools—and later rebuilding his life after losing everything in a real estate scam—Danny’s journey is packed with lessons on resilience, reinvention, and impact.

    🔥 WHAT WE COVER:

    Dr. Danny Brassell’s Story
    • Career pivots from journalism → education → professional speaking
    • How he rebuilt after a major financial setback
    • Why he believes in taking your work seriously—but not yourself

    The 5 C’s of Powerful Storytelling
    • Clarity – Know your audience and their problem
    • Connect – Engage emotionally
    • Content – Deliver real value
    • Call to Action – Keep it simple and clear
    • Close – End with emotion that drives action

    Becoming a Better Speaker
    • Why authenticity beats perfection
    • How sharing failures builds stronger connections
    • Understanding audience motivations: income, freedom, or impact
    • The importance of getting reps and studying great communicators

    Practical Takeaways
    • How to “blueprint” your life stories for future use
    • Turning everyday experiences into impactful messages

    🌐 GUEST RESOURCES
    👉 Learn more + grab Danny’s free “Well-Crafted Story Blueprint”:
    https://wellcraftedstoryworkshop.com/blueprint

    👍 If you got value from this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to hear this.

    💬 Drop your biggest takeaway in the comments!

    #Podcast #Storytelling #PublicSpeaking #Entrepreneurship #PersonalGrowth

    📲 Interested in learning more about licensing or mentorship?
    Connect with our team here: homeguys.com/yt

    🔗 Connect With Us

    Website:
    https://www.homeguys.com/yt

    Instagram:
    https://www.instagram.com/homeguys_usa/

    Facebook:
    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570489073765

    YouTube:
    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqRZdKG4PO88XSeXOTet05A

    TikTok:
    https://www.tiktok.com/@homeguys_usa

    #RealEstate #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #Mentorship #RealEstateInvesting

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    52 mins
  • Housing Crash in 2026? Here’s What the Data Actually Says
    Apr 18 2026

    🏡 Is the housing market about to crash… or is that just another headline grabbing your attention?

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    In this video, we break down a CPA’s latest market update and give our real, unfiltered reactions as real estate professionals on the ground.

    Here’s what we cover:

    📊 Housing Market Reality Check

    • Home prices are still rising (up ~0.9% year-over-year)
    • Inventory remains tight—far from the oversupply needed for a crash
    • Foreclosures are up slightly, but still historically low
    • Today’s borrowers are in a much stronger position than 2008

    💸 The Hidden Costs No One Talks About

    • Insurance costs up a staggering 72% since 2019
    • Property taxes up 31%
    • Maintenance and repairs have doubled (or more)
    • High interest rates are locking homeowners out of refinancing

    📉 Interest Rates Explained

    • Why mortgage rates are hovering around 6%
    • How inflation and global events are influencing borrowing costs

    🤖 AI, Jobs, and the Economy

    • Is AI really about to replace millions of jobs?
    • A realistic take vs. the clickbait headlines
    • What to watch from major tech companies moving forward

    🎯 Whether you’re buying, selling, investing—or just trying to make sense of the headlines—this is a grounded, data-driven conversation you don’t want to miss.

    🎥 Watch the original market update here:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X03ZGdr04vQ&t=2s

    👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments:
    Do you think a housing crash is coming?

    #RealEstate #HousingMarket #InterestRates #HomeBuying #RealEstateInvesting #AI #Economy

    📲 Interested in learning more about licensing or mentorship?
    Connect with our team here: homeguys.com/yt

    🔗 Connect With Us

    Website:
    https://www.homeguys.com/yt

    Instagram:
    https://www.instagram.com/homeguys_usa/

    Facebook:
    https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570489073765

    YouTube:
    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqRZdKG4PO88XSeXOTet05A

    TikTok:
    https://www.tiktok.com/@homeguys_usa

    #RealEstate #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #Mentorship #RealEstateInvesting

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    35 mins
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