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No guests. No fluff. Just Daniel and Mike dropping the real seller advice you wish you heard before you wasted money on the wrong upgrades. In this episode, the guys break down the must‑do prep steps every homeowner should tackle before listing this summer — plus the biggest money pits, the DIY disasters, and the “please don’t do this” mistakes agents see every single year. From smart fixes that actually boost your sale price to the upgrades that look cute but add zero value, this episode is your cheat sheet to selling without stress, surprises, or stupid spending. If you’re thinking about selling your house in the next 90 days, listen to this first.

In Part 2, Certified General Appraiser Allen Hendrix returns with the stories he usually keeps off the record — the ones that make you rethink ever walking into a house alone. Allen breaks down: • What it was like to appraise a home after a double homicide • The Texas “basement” that felt less like storage… and more like a kill room • Walking abandoned homes after evictions and non‑payment • The eerie silence of houses hit by Hurricane Harvey’s floodwaters • How appraisers stay professional when the property feels anything but normal This episode dives into the side of real estate most people never see — the unsettling, the unexpected, and the moments that stick with you long after the appraisal is done. 🎙 Punch Your Agent — Real estate stories, expert insight, and the chaos in between.

In this episode, we sit down with Allen Hendrix, a Certified General Appraiser with 20+ years in the game, to break down what life as an appraiser really looks like. Allen pulls back the curtain on: • What he actually looks for during an appraisal • How value is determined beyond “what the neighbor sold for” • Pools — when they add value and when they absolutely don’t • Two‑story vs. one‑story homes and why the numbers don’t always match the vibes • Industry myths, shortcuts, and the subtle “tricks of the trade” only appraisers know If you’ve ever wondered how appraisers think, what really drives value, or why the internet is lying to you, this episode is your new favorite rabbit hole. 🎙 Punch Your Agent — Real estate stories, expert insight, and the chaos in between.

This week on Punch Your Agent, Daniel kicks things off with a story only this industry could produce — getting invited to a realtor event… and then somehow not getting in. Make it make sense. Then we dive into Treniecee Lipford’s journey: - her and Mike’s days in real estate school, - what it’s really like stepping into the industry as a new agent, - balancing the business while being a mom of five, - and why building an online presence is one of the most important moves an agent can make today. And of course, we wrap it up with our signature segment — reacting to another round of unhinged real estate photos that make you question design choices, staging decisions, and sometimes humanity. Whether you’re a new agent, a seasoned pro, or just here for the chaos, this episode delivers.

Buying your first home is supposed to be stressful… but not this stressful. In this episode, Daniel sits down with former client Gracie Jimenez to relive one of the wildest first‑time buyer journeys in Punch Your Agent history. It starts with Daniel backing into her brand‑new car on day one (great first impression), escalates into accidentally entering a home they apparently weren’t supposed to be in, and peaks with a showing down the street from an active police standoff. Between the chaos, Gracie shares what it’s really like to buy a home for the first time — the nerves, the surprises, the wins, and why she still trusted Daniel after the car incident. It’s part comedy, part therapy session, part real‑estate survival guide. If you’ve ever wondered what agents deal with behind the scenes… buckle up.

Episode 14: Open House Deal, Rude Agents, and a Sandal-Wearing Stranger (Yr 3 with Tina Sarabia) by Punch Your Agent

This week, Daniel and Mike break down the current real estate market, what’s shifting, and what agents are seeing on the ground — including the kind of week where police helicopters and snipers show up near a showing. Real estate is wild, y’all. Then Mike shares how he landed a new client… because she found a dead body while walking her dog and decided it was time to move. That’s one way to start a transaction. From there, the episode flips into New Buyer Bootcamp, where Mike plays the role of a first-time buyer asking smart, real-world questions — and Daniel answers with the kind of insight only a seasoned agent can deliver. To wrap it all up, the guys react to another batch of unhinged real estate photos that should’ve never made it online. It’s market insight, buyer education, and crime scene chaos — all in one episode.

It’s Friday the 13th, and the insurance world is feeling cursed. This week, we sit down with Dan Gutschewski, owner of DGIA Insurance, to unpack the wildest, weirdest, and most unbelievable corners of the industry — from freak accident claims to Houston flood chaos to the kind of wreck photos that make you question humanity’s decision‑making skills. Dan breaks down the biggest misconceptions people have about insurance, why some homeowners accidentally sabotage their own coverage, and what really happens behind the scenes when disaster strikes. And yes… we confront the rumor head‑on: Did Dan actually try to sell his wife insurance just to get a date with her? He tells the story, and it’s even better than you think. If you’ve ever wondered how unlucky a day can get — or how insurance agents keep a straight face through it — this Friday‑the‑13th special is your new favorite episode.

Houston broker Angel Fultz joins us for an episode packed with market insight, city energy, and the kind of real estate chaos we live for. We kick things off with the recent headline about 208 bodies discovered in Houston waterways — not in a graphic way, but in a real conversation about agent safety and what it means to work in a city that’s always in the news. From there, Angel breaks down the current housing market, what she’s seeing in real time, and where she thinks things are headed next. She also shares why she prefers living in the city while still happily helping clients find their place in the suburbs — no shade, just honest perspective on lifestyle, convenience, and what fits different buyers. We get into the art of firing clients, setting boundaries, and staying safe on the job. Then we lighten things up with some truly unholy real estate photos that absolutely needed saving — and Angel’s reactions are everything. To wrap it up, Angel takes us back to her very first transaction, reflecting on what she’s learned across 13 years in the industry and what it really means to lead as a broker in Houston. It’s market moves, city grooves, and photo‑driven comedy all in one episode.

A Midland‑Texas cowboy and a Dallas punk‑rock city broker walk into a podcast… and somehow end up building a brokerage together. In this episode of Punch Your Agent, the INC Realty duo breaks down how their friendship started, why they launched the company, and what those early first sales really looked like. They swap stories about showings that absolutely should not have been shown, then react to some of the wildest real estate photos on the internet—completely unfiltered. It’s country grit meets city lights, with real estate chaos in between.

In this episode, we crack open the crawlspace with Houston Haynes, a Houston pest‑control expert who has seen more termites, snakes, bees, and nightmare infestations than any human should legally endure. Houston walks us through the wild side of pest control — the homes that were definitely alive, the critters that refused to pay rent, and the prevention tips every homeowner wishes they knew before something started scratching in the walls. If it slithered, stung, swarmed, or tried to take over a house, Houston has a story about it. And trust us… some of these will make you rethink ever opening an attic door again.

In this episode of Punch Your Agent, home inspector Tommy Amonette pulls back the curtain on what really happens during a home inspection — the good, the bad, and the “why does this house feel haunted.” Tommy breaks down what actually goes into a thorough inspection, why dads suddenly become experts the moment they step on-site, and why he can’t just drive across town for free when the utilities aren’t turned on and he has to come back out. He also shares one of the most unintentionally hilarious moments of his career: the day an agent tried to get his “boss” to waive a re‑inspection fee… only for Tommy to inform her that he is the boss. From creepy houses to client chaos to the realities of running an inspection business, this episode is packed with stories every agent, buyer, and homeowner will relate to — and laugh at.

In this episode of Punch Your Agent, we sit down with master photographer Jack Potts to uncover what really goes into telling the story of a home — and why great photos can make or break a listing. Jack breaks down how a single image can shape a buyer’s emotions, set expectations, and ultimately help sell a home faster (and for more). But this episode isn’t just about pretty pictures — it’s about the craft behind them. We dive into: • How Jack uses photography to tell the true story of a home • Why the right angles, lighting, and composition can change everything • The $2 billion worth of assets he photographed for a Middle Eastern sheik • The glamorous shoots… and the absolutely not glamorous ones • The rough, the weird, and the “please don’t make me go in there” houses • What agents get wrong about listing photos — and how to fix it Whether you’re an agent, a photographer, or someone who loves a behind‑the‑scenes look at real estate, this episode zooms in on the art, the chaos, and the unexpected moments that happen behind the lens.

Monica Branch has survived nearly 20 years in real estate… which basically makes her a Marvel superhero in REALTOR® years. In this episode, she breaks down what it really takes to stay sane in this industry — from wild client moments to unexpected chaos that only agents understand. We get into: • How Monica has survived nearly two decades in real estate • Why REALTORS® drink (and why they’re not wrong) • Her legendary Christmas tree line that sold a house • The time she got pulled over by cops with her clients right behind her • Dealing with a squatter while showing a home • Hidden cameras in houses and what agents really think about them • The fun, the chaos, and the moments that make this job worth it • And plenty more unfiltered stories from the trenches If you’re an agent, you’ll laugh because it’s painfully accurate. If you’re not an agent, you’ll finally understand why your REALTOR® looks exhausted. 🎙️ Punch Your Agent — the show where real estate gets real, ridiculous, and a little too honest.

In this episode, Mike and Daniel dive into the bizarre, backward, and totally upside‑down moments that happen once a home actually hits the market and sits. From showings that go sideways to sellers who suddenly remember “one more thing,” to houses with a mysterious smell no one can identify—this episode unpacks the chaos that shouldn’t happen… but always does. This is the realm where logic dies, chaos thrives, and real estate agents develop stress‑induced superpowers. If you’ve ever walked into a showing and thought, “Oh no… absolutely not,” congratulations — you’ve already been to The Upside Down. Welcome back.

In this episode of Punch Your Agent, top‑producing (and proudly controversial) realtor Ellis Young steps into the ring to talk about what really happens when you refuse to play the industry’s popularity game. Ellis opens up about the moments he’s gone against the grain, the backlash he’s taken from fellow agents, and why he’ll always double down on doing what’s best for his clients—even when it ruffles feathers. He breaks down the unexpected marketing buzz behind his now‑infamous “Not Haunted” listing signs, the laughs they sparked, and the people who definitely didn’t find them funny. From unconventional tactics to unfiltered truths, Ellis brings a refreshingly candid look at the highs, lows, and downright bizarre parts of real estate. But it’s not all controversy. Ellis also shares the deeply rewarding side of the business—the families he’s helped, the wins that keep him going, and the joy of guiding people into homes that truly fit their lives. Raw, bold, and unapologetically real, this episode is a must‑listen for anyone who loves real estate, marketing mischief, or a good behind‑the‑scenes story.

"Texas Roots, Global Routes, and the Real Estate Reality Check." In Episode 3, we sit down with Jon Brewton to explore how a life lived across multiple continents changes your perspective on "home." From his upbringing in Texas and service in the military to a global career that took him through the UK, South Africa, Italy, and Bangkok, Thailand, Australia Jon has seen it all. We dive into the unfiltered reality of international real estate and the expatriate lifestyle. Jon shares the cultural friction he faced as a global citizen and why Australia—despite its famous "no worries" attitude—felt like the most unwelcome market of them all.

Stop letting probate punch a hole in your real estate deals! In this episode of Punch Your Agent, we’re joined by powerhouse probate attorney Shawn Williamson to pull back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood parts of the industry. Whether you’re an agent trying to close a tricky inherited listing or a homeowner navigating a family estate, this episode is your survival guide. Don't let legal red tape knock you out. Tune in, level up, and get the probate truth you won't hear anywhere else! Connect with the Show! 🥊 Subscribe & Follow: Don’t miss an episode—hit that Follow button right here to stay ahead of the game. Join the Conversation: Have a probate nightmare story or a real estate question? Drop a comment below! Share the Wealth: If this episode helped you, share it with an agent or homeowner who needs to hear it. Follow us on Socials Have a Story to Tell? 🎙️ If you have a killer real estate story you'd like to share on the air, we want to hear it! Email us at [email protected]—we are always looking for new guests to join the show.

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