The Open House Studio

In this episode of the Open House Studio Podcast, we sit down with Joanna Concepcion—real estate professional, TV host, and someone bringing a fresh perspective to the industry.From her journey into real estate to becoming a host on The American Dream TV, Joanna shares how her experiences have shaped the way she approaches both business and life. As a breast cancer survivor, her outlook on resilience, purpose, and showing up for others adds a powerful layer to everything she does.This conversation goes beyond the transaction, diving into growth, mindset, and what it really means to build something meaningful in real estate.Whether you’re a real estate agent, entrepreneur, or just someone who enjoys real conversations—this episode is all about perspective, resilience, and showing up with purpose.The Open House Studio PodcastReal People. Real Conversations. Real Estate. Follow us for more episodes, clips, and insightsLike, comment, and subscribe to stay up to date with future episodes.Contact Joanna: Joanna ConcepcionNY/CT Licensed [email protected] Realty 777 Westchester Avenue, Suite 101White Plains, NY, 10604FacebookInstagram

Colin Seitz joins us to talk about real estate from both sides of the transaction. With a background in mortgages and years in the field as an agent, Colin shares his perspective on today’s market, seller strategy, financing, inventory, and why real estate is still very much a people business.Contact Colin: Colin SeitzLicensed Associate [email protected]/MAX Benchmark Realty Group367 Temple Hill Rd,New Windsor, NY, 12553Follow Colin:FacebookInstagram

This week on The Open House Studio Podcast, we’re joined by Dean Diltz of Keller Williams First in New York. Dean shares how relationships, integrity, and consistency have helped him build a top 1% real estate business. We also dive into today’s Hudson Valley market, branding, and what it takes to succeed long-term in real estate.Connect with Dean:Dean DiltzAssociate Real Estate [email protected] Williams Realty - First in New York69 Brookside Ave, SUITE 225Chester, NY, 10918Follow Dean:FacebookInstagram

In this episode of The Open House Studio Podcast, Virginia Corbett shares how a life-changing 90-day period led her from corporate America to becoming one of the Hudson Valley’s top real estate leaders. We dive into her journey, the power of marketing, building a team, and what it really takes to succeed in real estate today.Whether you're a home buyer, seller, real estate agent, or simply interested in the housing market, this conversation offers a grounded perspective on what’s really happening in today’s real estate landscape.Subscribe and follow The Open House Studio Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts so you don’t miss future episodes featuring real estate professionals from across the Hudson Valley and beyond.Connect with Virginia: Virginia CorbettLicensed Real Estate Associate BrokerThe Virginia Corbett Home Team | eXp Realty291 Main St. 2nd FloorBeacon, NY, 12508845-254-2429EmailFacebookInstagram

In this episode of The Open House Studio Podcast, we sit down with Dianne DeFalco of Howard Hanna | Rand Realty to talk about real estate leadership, agent coaching, office culture, business growth, and the skills agents need to build a long-term career in real estate.Dianne shares her 22-year journey in the real estate industry, from starting as an agent to becoming a respected office leader and coach overseeing multiple offices in Orange County, New York. She opens up about training new agents, creating accountability, building confidence, supporting agents through difficult transactions, and why strong communication and personal connection still matter in a technology-driven market.If you are a real estate agent, broker, team leader, office manager, or someone thinking about getting into real estate, this conversation is packed with valuable insight and practical advice.Subscribe for more conversations with real estate professionals, industry leaders, and behind-the-scenes experts from across the real estate world.Connect with Dianne: Dianne DeFalcoOrange/Ulster Growth and Development ManagerHoward Hanna | Rand [email protected]

In this episode of The Open House Studio Podcast, we sit down with John Olivero to talk about the role community plays in real estate and why relationships still matter in a constantly evolving housing market.From Orange County NY real estate trends to shifts in inventory, interest rates, and buyer behavior, John shares insights from decades of experience serving the local community. We also discuss leadership, local growth, and how real estate professionals can continue to provide value in a technology-driven world.Whether you're a home buyer, seller, real estate agent, or simply interested in the housing market, this conversation offers a grounded perspective on what’s really happening in today’s real estate landscape.Subscribe and follow The Open House Studio Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts so you don’t miss future episodes featuring conversations with real estate professionals across the Hudson Valley and beyond.Connect with JohnJohn Olivero GRI, CBR, PSA, MRPLicensed Real Estate BrokerThe Olivero Team atKeller Williams First in New YorkYour Personal Real Estate Consultant For Life914 [email protected] John:FacebookInstagramOlivero TeamFacbookInstagram

In Episode 3 of The Open House Studio Podcast, Laurel Lustgarten shares what she calls the true heart of the business — the human side of real estate.With over 20 years in the Hudson Valley market, Laurel talks about authenticity, empathy, preparing sellers, guiding buyers, and why personal connection still matters more than technology.A thoughtful conversation about trust, relationships, and real-world real estate.Connect with Laurel:Laurel LustgartenRE SALESPERSONM. (914) 443-2246 | O. (845) [email protected] Route 32, Central Valley, NY 10917HOWARD HANNA | RAND REALTYlaurellustgarten.randrealty.comFollow Laurel:FacebookInstagram

In Episode 2 of The Open House Studio Podcast, Barry Becker joins us to discuss what makes country and rural real estate different — and why smart strategy is essential when selling country homes and land.We talk about pricing, positioning, lifestyle marketing, attracting city buyers, and avoiding common mistakes with rural listings.If you’re interested in country living, Hudson Valley real estate, or selling rural property the right way, this episode is for you.Connect with Barry: Barry Becker Licensed Real Estate SalespersonM: 917-892-0749 l E: [email protected] Williams Hudson Valley United, 9 Bert Crawford Rd, #104 Middletown , NY, 10940Follow Barry:https://www.facebook.com/BarryBeckerRealtorhttps://www.instagram.com/catskillshomes

In this premiere episode of The Open House Studio Podcast, we sit down with Amy Tse Gold, a Hudson Valley, NY Realtor who brings a finance-first, detail-driven mindset to real estate — and proves why the smallest details can make the biggest difference in a successful sale.Amy shares her journey from a 20+ year career in investment banking and accounting to real estate, and how that background shapes everything she does today — from researching town records and FOIL requests to preparing sellers, staging homes, and marketing listings the right way.Whether you’re a Realtor, seller, or buyer, this conversation offers real insight into what actually drives results in today’s market.Connect with Amy:Amy T. [email protected]://amytgold.kw.comFollow Amy:Facebook.com/amytgoldInstagram.com/amygold.zenrealtor