Waterfront Agent Podcast

🚀 In this engaging conversation, real estate veteran Michael (Mike) Travis sits down with Kimberly Bork, broker-owner of Venture Properties, to explore her journey from advertising and design into high-end waterfront real estate. Kimberly shares how she built a thriving business, transitioned from managing a team back to solo selling, and now leads a unique three-generation family real estate team. The episode also dives into waterfront property insights, market trends, mentorship, and the evolving role of AI in real estate.🎧 Hosted by: Michael (Mike) Travis👤 Guest:🏡 Kimberly Bork – Broker/Owner, Venture PropertiesKimberly Bork is the Broker and Owner of Venture Properties, specializing in luxury and waterfront real estate in Northern Michigan. Since transitioning into sales in 2015, she has closed over $380 million in transactions and is consistently one of the top producers in the Northern Great Lakes MLS. She acquired the brokerage in 2019 and is known for record-setting sales in the region’s high-end waterfront market.💡 What You’ll Learn:✔️ How Kimberly transitioned from marketing into real estate success✔️ The power of mentorship and learning by doing✔️ What makes a great waterfront property (and how to guide buyers)✔️ The realities of lakefront living, water levels, and lifestyle choices✔️ How AI and marketing skills are shaping modern real estate🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights!💼 Connect with Kimberly Bork:🌐 Website → https://www.ventureproperties.net/📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyborkrealestate/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/pureleland/🎧 Follow Michael Travis:🌐 Website → https://waterfrontagent.net/🌐 Website → https://michaeltravis.verani.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/waterfrontagent📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/waterfrontagent/🔗 LinkedIn → http://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeltravisinnh📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

🚀 In this episode, Laura shares her journey from a 20-year finance career into real estate, highlighting how forecasting, budgeting, and strategic thinking give her clients a major advantage. The conversation dives into relationship-building, mentorship, navigating scams, and the realities of working in a commission-based business.🎧 Hosted by: Michael (Mike) Travis👤 Guest:🏡 Laura Cella – Real Estate AgentLaura Cella is a Real Estate Advisor with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty, serving clients across Southern New Hampshire and Northern Massachusetts. She specializes in residential properties, including waterfront homes and land, and brings a background in finance to help clients make informed real estate decisions.💡 What You’ll Learn:✔️ How a finance background strengthens real estate strategy✔️ The importance of relationships and mentorship in real estate✔️ How to identify and avoid real estate scams✔️ The realities of commissions, costs, and client expectations✔️ Why adaptability and continuous learning are key to long-term success🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights!💼 Connect with Laura Cella:🌐 Website → https://lauracella.verani.com/📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/veranirealty/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/veranirealty🎧 Follow Michael Travis:🌐 Website → https://waterfrontagent.net/🌐 Website → https://michaeltravis.verani.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/waterfrontagent📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/waterfrontagent/🔗 LinkedIn → http://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeltravisinnh📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

🚀 In this episode of the Waterfront Agent Podcast, host Michael Travis sits down with Kelly Clark of The Mitten Group to explore the highly specialized world of waterfront real estate in Traverse City, Michigan. Kelly shares his unique upbringing living on a 200-acre island, how he navigates the complexities of pricing waterfront properties, and his balanced perspective on using AI for real estate valuations while remaining mindful of its environmental impact. The conversation also dives into climate migration, the ecological threats facing the Great Lakes (like Quagga mussels), and Kelly’s passionate initiative to fund freshwater preservation through everyday real estate transactions.🎧 Hosted by: Michael Travis👤 Guest:🏡 Kelly Clark – Realtor, The Mitten GroupKelly Clark is a Michigan-licensed real estate broker with The Mitten Group, specializing in waterfront and residential properties in Northern Michigan. A longtime Traverse City resident, he is also the founder of the Freshwater Foundation of Michigan, a nonprofit dedicated to protecting and preserving the Great Lakes. In addition to his real estate career, Kelly is a published author, educator, and community leader, actively involved with local real estate and civic organizations.💡 What You’ll Learn:✔️ Why 70-90% of a waterfront property's value is in the land, not the house✔️ How to use AI to accurately pull complex waterfront comps✔️ The hidden environmental costs of AI data centers and water usage✔️ The ecological threat of Quagga mussels and Michigan's septic challenges✔️ How a $20 per-transaction donation could generate $15M for Great Lakes preservation✔️ Why buyers from the West Coast are flocking to Michigan for climate security🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights!💼 Connect with Kelly Clark:🌐 Website → https://themittengroup.com/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyjclark25🎧 Follow Michael Travis:🌐 Website → https://waterfrontagent.net/🌐 Website → https://michaeltravis.verani.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/waterfrontagent📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/waterfrontagent/🔗 LinkedIn → http://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeltravisinnh📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

🚀 In this episode of the Waterfront Agent Podcast, host Michael (Mike) Travis sits down with architect Anthony Dreux Fallon to explore the art of residential and commercial design—especially on the waterfront. Anthony shares his journey into architecture, how he helps clients navigate conflicting ideas, and why great design is about composition, not just construction. The conversation also dives into energy efficiency, adaptive problem-solving, and his impactful work with a nonprofit supporting mental health and addiction recovery.🎧 Hosted by: Michael (Mike) Travis👤 Guest:🏡 Anthony Dreux Fallon – Architect & Principal, Tony Fallon ArchitectureTony Fallon is an architect and principal of Tony Fallon Architecture, working in both residential and commercial design with extensive experience across a broad range of projects. He also serves as Board Chair of White Horse Recovery, a faith-based nonprofit that assists individuals facing mental health and addiction challenges regardless of their ability to pay.💡 What You’ll Learn:✔️ How architects solve client conflicts and create win-win designs✔️ The difference between “composed” vs. “compiled” buildings✔️ Why hiring an architect can save time and money long-term✔️ Insights into waterfront home design and unique features✔️ The importance of energy efficiency and smart planning🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights!💼 Connect with Anthony Dreux Fallon:🌐 Website → http://whitehorserecovery.org/🌐 Website → http://tonyfallon.com/🎧 Follow Michael Travis:🌐 Website → https://waterfrontagent.net/🌐 Website → https://michaeltravis.verani.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/waterfrontagent📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/waterfrontagent/🔗 LinkedIn → http://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeltravisinnh📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

🚀 In this episode of the podcast, Michael (Mike) Travis sits down with real estate expert Dave Orlick to discuss the realities of today’s housing market. From the challenges first-time buyers face to the power of house hacking and the importance of integrity in real estate, Dave shares valuable insights gained from years of experience helping clients buy and sell homes. They also explore how corporate investors, rising home prices, and new financing programs are reshaping the real estate landscape.🎧 Hosted by: Michael (Mike) Travis👤 Guest:🏡 Dave Orlick – Realtor & Team Leader at The Doris Group, Keller Williams Realty MetropolitanDave (David) Orlick is a REALTOR® with Keller Williams Realty–Metropolitan in Bedford, New Hampshire, and Team Leader of The DORS Group. He represents buyers and sellers across Central and Southern New Hampshire, with notable expertise in waterfront real estate, including lakefront cabins, riverfront homes, and water-adjacent properties.💡 What You’ll Learn:✔️ Why integrity matters more than ever in today’s real estate industry✔️ How house hacking can help first-time buyers afford a home✔️ The real challenges facing buyers in today’s housing market✔️ How corporate investors and Airbnb properties impact housing prices✔️ Strategies real estate professionals use to protect their clients🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights!💼 Connect with Dave Orlick:🌐 Website → https://www.opendoorsnhcom.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/thedorsgroup🎧 Follow Michael Travis:🌐 Website → https://waterfrontagent.net/🌐 Website → https://michaeltravis.verani.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/waterfrontagent📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/waterfrontagent/🔗 LinkedIn → http://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeltravisinnh📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

🚀 In this episode of the Waterfront Agent Podcast, host Michael (Mike) Travis sits down with Sarasota-based Realtor Shayla Twit, who brings over 23 years of experience in coastal and waterfront real estate. They discuss how marketing through YouTube and social media helps sell luxury properties, the realities of working in waterfront markets, and how technology like AI is shaping the real estate industry. Shayla also shares insights on pricing strategy, navigating unique listings, and why local expertise still matters in an increasingly digital world.🎧 Hosted by: Michael (Mike) Travis👤 Guest:🏡 Shayla Twit – Sarasota Waterfront Real Estate SpecialistShayla Twit is a Sarasota, Florida–based Realtor with 17 years of experience in the local real estate market. She specializes in coastal and waterfront properties, representing buyers and sellers throughout the Sarasota area.💡 What You’ll Learn:✔️ How social media and video marketing help sell luxury real estate✔️ Why collaboration between agents benefits buyers and sellers✔️ The role of AI tools in real estate marketing and property descriptions✔️ Key challenges of selling waterfront homes and luxury listings✔️ Why pricing strategy and motivated clients are crucial for successful deals🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights!💼 Connect with Shayla Twit:📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/realshaylatwit📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/realshaylatwit🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/realshaylatwit/🎧 Follow Michael Travis:🌐 Website → https://waterfrontagent.net/🌐 Website → https://michaeltravis.verani.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/waterfrontagent📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/waterfrontagent/🔗 LinkedIn → http://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeltravisinnh📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

🚀 In this episode, Michael (Mike) Travis sits down with veteran New Hampshire real estate attorney Paul Alfano to break down the complex world of Class 5 vs. Class 6 roads, private road maintenance agreements, waterfront easement disputes, boundary conflicts, and subdivision approvals. With over 40 years of experience, Paul shares real-world cases involving road access issues, dock rights battles, fence disputes, title complications, and historic easements dating back to the 1800s. If you sell, buy, or develop property in New Hampshire — especially on private or waterfront roads — this is a must-watch conversation.🎧 Hosted by: Michael (Mike) Travis👤 Guest:🏡 Paul Alfano – New Hampshire Real Estate AttorneyPaul Alfano is a Concord, New Hampshire real estate attorney with more than 40 years of experience specializing in complex property and title matters, including roads, easements, boundary disputes, and tax abatements. He is a recognized authority on New Hampshire road law, has been selected to Super Lawyers, and previously served as legal counsel to the New Hampshire State Senate.💡 What You’ll Learn:✔️ The difference between Class 5 and Class 6 roads in New Hampshire✔️ Why road maintenance agreements impact market value (not title)✔️ How historic easements from the 1800s still affect property today✔️ Waterfront property disputes and dock rights conflicts✔️ What developers must know before seeking subdivision approval🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights!💼 Connect with Paul Alfano:🌐 Website → https://www.alfanolaw.com/📸 Instagram → https://www.facebook.com/people/Alfano-Law-PLLC/61553037880754/🎧 Follow Michael Travis:🌐 Website → https://waterfrontagent.net/🌐 Website → https://michaeltravis.verani.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/waterfrontagent📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/waterfrontagent/🔗 LinkedIn → http://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeltravisinnh📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

🚀 In this episode, host Michael Travis sits down with mortgage professional Lucas Boccheiampe to discuss today’s lending landscape, borrower education, and how strategic mortgage planning can make or break long-term financial success. Lucas shares insights on market shifts, client communication, and how buyers can position themselves confidently in a changing real estate environment.🎧 Hosted by: Michael Travis👤 Guest:🏡 Lucas Boccheiampe – Mortgage Professional & Lending AdvisorMichael Travis is a REALTOR® with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty in New Hampshire, specializing in waterfront properties across the Lakes Region and coastal markets. With a background in advertising and creative services, Michael brings a marketing-focused approach to real estate through the Waterfront Agent brand and podcast, where he shares insights on buying, selling, and investing in waterfront property.💡 What You’ll Learn:✔️ How today’s mortgage market is impacting buyers✔️ Why borrower education matters more than ever✔️ Common financing mistakes buyers should avoid✔️ How to prepare financially before entering the market✔️ The importance of communication between lenders and clients🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights!💼 Connect with Lucas Boccheiampe:🌐 Website → https://vantageluxuryre.com/📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/lucasboccheciampe📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/lucasboccheciampe🎧 Follow Michael Travis:🌐 Website → https://waterfrontagent.net/🌐 Website → https://michaeltravis.verani.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/waterfrontagent📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/waterfrontagent/🔗 LinkedIn → http://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeltravisinnh⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

🚀 In this episode of the Waterfront Agent Podcast, host Michael Travis sits down with veteran real estate professional Kathy Byrnes to explore reinvention, resilience, and building a niche-driven business through some of the toughest market cycles in history. Kathy shares her journey from starting over with almost nothing to becoming a trusted waterfront specialist, along with hard-earned lessons on inspections, expired listings, scams, mentorship, and how AI is reshaping the real estate industry. This episode is packed with real-life experience, practical strategy, and honest perspective for agents at any stage of their career.🎧 Hosted by: Michael Travis👤 Guest:🏡 Kathy Byrnes – Waterfront Real Estate Specialist & Industry Mentor​Kathy Byrnes is a seasoned Waterfront Specialist REALTOR based in the Lake Norman area of North Carolina. Starting her real estate career in 2006, she has overcome numerous challenges to become a 5-star award-winning top producer. Kathy founded the Lake Norman Real Estate Team in late 2016, focusing on both waterfront and off-water properties. Her mission centers on empowering agents and clients alike, emphasizing continuous improvement and financial freedom. She is also the founder of the Betts Byrnes Team and has been instrumental in implementing unique marketing strategies that have significantly boosted her team's success. Kathy's dedication extends beyond transactions; she aims to provide stress-free and enjoyable experiences for her clients, fostering a loyal and satisfied clientele.💡 What You’ll Learn:✔️ How reinventing yourself can lead to long-term success in real estate✔️ Why specialization (like waterfronts) creates a powerful competitive edge✔️ Lessons learned from the 2008 crash and surviving commission downturns✔️ How to protect clients through smarter inspections and education✔️ Why AI, referrals, and global thinking are shaping the future of real estate🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights!💼 Connect with Kathy Byrnes:🌎 Website → https://www.thereispowerinproximity.com📞 Book Strategy Call → https://www.thereispowerinproximity.com/strategy-session📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/kcbyrnes📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kathy_byrnes_lkn/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/lakenormanliving🎧 Follow Michael Travis:🌐 Website → https://waterfrontagent.net/🌐 Website → https://michaeltravis.verani.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/waterfrontagent📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/waterfrontagent/🔗 LinkedIn → http://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeltravisinnh⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate – https://iconsofrealestate.com/

🚀 In this episode, host Michael Travis sits down with capital gains tax strategist Brett Swarts to explore powerful alternatives to traditional 1031 exchanges. Brett breaks down how highly appreciated assets—such as luxury primary homes, investment real estate, businesses, stocks, and even Bitcoin—can be sold while deferring capital gains taxes through an installment sale strategy using trusts. They dive into real-world examples, estate planning tradeoffs, passive income goals, and why “sleepy capital” may be holding investors back from true financial freedom.🎧 Hosted by: Michael Travis👤 Guest:🏡 Brett Swarts – Capital Gains Tax Strategist & Founder of Capital Gains Tax SolutionsBrett Swarts is the founder of Capital Gains Tax Solutions and host of the Capital Gains Tax Solutions Podcast. A leading expert in Deferred Sales Trusts, he helps high-net-worth individuals defer capital gains taxes on real estate, businesses, and other assets. With years of experience in tax deferral strategies and investment real estate, Brett has been featured on top financial platforms and has educated countless investors, financial advisors, and business owners on wealth preservation and smart tax planning.💡 What You’ll Learn:✔️ Why 1031 exchanges don’t work for every investor or asset✔️ How installment sales with trusts can defer capital gains taxes✔️ The difference between stepped-up basis and estate tax planning✔️ How to convert “sleepy capital” into passive monthly income✔️ Why tax strategy is critical to retirement and legacy planning🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights!💼 Connect with Brett Swarts:🌐 Website → https://capitalgainstaxsolutions.com/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-swarts/📘 Facebook → https://web.facebook.com/brett.swarts/💼 Connect with Michael (Mike) Travis:🌐 Website → https://waterfrontagent.net/🌐 Website → https://michaeltravis.verani.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/waterfrontagent📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/waterfrontagent/🔗 LinkedIn → http://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeltravisinnh⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate – https://iconsofrealestate.com/

🚀 In the very first episode of The Waterfront Agent Podcast, host Michael (Mike) Travis introduces himself, his journey into real estate, and what listeners can expect from the show. With over 21 years in real estate and a 30-year background in advertising and marketing, Mike shares how his life experience—from Lake Michigan to New Hampshire’s 1,300 lakes—shaped his niche in waterfront properties. From first listings and early mistakes to market crashes, scams, renovations, and emotional negotiations, this podcast will explore the real, raw, and rewarding world of real estate.🎧 Hosted by: Michael (Mike) Travis💡 What You’ll Learn:✔️ How life experience and marketing shape a successful real estate career✔️ The realities of commission-based real estate and building from scratch✔️ Waterfront property insights: lakes, regulations, septic, wells & inspections✔️ The emotional side of buying and selling homes✔️ Investment strategies, 1031 exchanges, lending programs & navigating market changes🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights!💼 Connect with Michael (Mike) Travis:🌐 Website → https://waterfrontagent.net/🌐 Website → https://michaeltravis.verani.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/waterfrontagent📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/waterfrontagent/🔗 LinkedIn → http://www.linkedin.com/in/michaeltravisinnh

Discover the ins and outs of New Hampshire real estate on the Waterfront Agent podcast, hosted by Michael Travis. Michael brings real-life experience to your real estate expertise in each episode, offering valuable insights on buying, selling, and investing in real estate on and off the water, along with expert interviews, market updates, and personal stories from his journey in the industry. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned investor, Michael’s tips and advice will help you navigate the dynamic New Hampshire market with confidence, and perhaps with a sense of humor.