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In this week’s episode, we’re covering a mix of personal milestones and major industry shifts. First, Ryan reflects on turning 30 — what it means, what’s changed, and how your thirties feel different from your twenties. 

Then we dive into the big question for real estate agents going into 2026: What content strategies should you finally leave behind? We break down the posts, trends, and habits that aren’t moving the needle anymore — and what to replace them with if you want real results. 

Finally, we unpack the massive news coming out of Australia: social media accounts...

Looking to move to Oldham County in Louisville, Kentucky? This real estate market update for November 2025 is a great resource for insights on the area and advice for buyers and sellers.  

In this episode, we’re covering a mix of real-world real estate insights, personal perspective, and a quick look at the crypto world. First, we break down the hardest part of selling homes in the winter—from sluggish buyer motivation to the hidden advantages most agents overlook. Then we pivot to life perspective and talk about why your 30s just might be the best decade of your life—professionally, financially, and personally.

Next, we get a little spicy: If agents say they got into real estate “to help people,” they’re probably lying. We unpack what really drives succe...

 Looking to move to Jeffersontown in Louisville, Kentucky? This real estate market update for November 2025 is a great resource for insights on the area and advice for buyers and sellers. 

Looking to move to Lake Forest? This real estate market update for October 2025 is a great resource for insights on the area and advice for buyers and sellers. 

In this episode, we’re covering everything Louisville real estate pros need to hear as we close out the year — plus a little sports fun to wrap it up.

First, we’re reminding agents about something very unglamorous but absolutely essential: CE training. Then we shift into the big-picture outlook: What can Louisville expect from the 2026 real estate market? You’ll also hear our predictions for the lowest and highest mortgage rates we’ll see next year, and what those rate swings could mean for buyers, sellers, and agents trying to navigate the shifting landscape. And to finish str...

Looking to move to St. Matthews? This real estate market update for October 2025 is a valuable resource for insights into the area and advice for buyers and sellers. 

In this episode, we’re covering some of the biggest conversations happening in real estate right now — and a few that agents really need to pay attention to as we close out the year. 

We kick things off with Donald Trump’s proposal for 50-year mortgages and the heated industry debate it’s sparked. Would longer loans boost affordability… or create bigger problems? We break down both sides.

Next, we dive into what rising REALTOR® dues could mean for the future of the industry. Will we see fewer “realtors” and more non-association “real estate agents”? And how might that s...

Looking to buy or sell in Oldham County? Check out this real estate market update for October 2025 to learn more about how quickly homes are selling in the area, and advice for buyers and sellers. 

Looking to buy or sell in Jeffersontown in Louisville, Kentucky? Check out this real estate market update from October 2025 to get the best advice for both buyers and sellers in the J-town area.

Looking to move to Lake Forest in Louisville, Kentucky? Check out this real estate market report for September 2025 and what this could mean for your buying or selling experience. 

This week, we’re tackling a little bit of everything Louisville. We kick things off with UofL football — how the Cards are looking this season and what fans are buzzing about. Then we break down how the federal government shutdown is rippling through the housing world, especially when it comes to loans and closings.

Next, we get into a common MLS mistake that’s been landing agents in hot water — and how to avoid getting a violation yourself. Plus, we unpack the proposed GLAR by-law changes that could open the door for a partial sale of the Louisvil...

Looking to move to St. Matthews? Check out this real estate market update for September to get insights on the area and advice for buyers and sellers. 

This week, Jay and Ryan discuss how Anthony “Pomp” Pompliano stirred things up on X after suggesting that OpenDoor should let consumers bet on home price predictions — we break down what that could mean for the future of housing data and market transparency. We also look back at how Louisville’s housing market has behaved in past winters — what trends repeat every year, what surprises to expect, and how agents can prepare as the weather cools and inventory shifts. And finally, we wrap things up with a fun one: our Mount Rushmore of sitcoms. From timeless classics to modern comfort sh...

Looking to move to Oldham County in Louisville, Kentucky? In this real estate market update, Jay takes a closer look at how the market performed in September, and what these numbers mean for both buyers and sellers.

Looking to buy or sell in Jeffersontown in Louisville, Kentucky? Check out this real estate market update from September 2025 to get the best advice for both buyers and sellers in the J-town area.

In this episode, we’re diving into three big conversations shaping real estate right now. First, what advice does every brand-new agent need to hear before jumping into the business? Jay shares what his newest agents are doing that will set them up for long-term success. Then we’ll look at the headline-making merger between Compass and Anywhere, and what it could mean for agents, brokerages, and consumers. Finally, we’ll cover the FTC’s lawsuit against Zillow—why it’s happening, what’s at stake, and how it could impact the industry going forward. Whether you’re a rookie agent or...

Thinking about moving to Lake Forest in Louisville, Kentucky? Check out these market stats about listings in the area, and advice for buyers and sellers.

Looking to move to the St. Matthews area in Louisville, Kentucky? Check out this real estate market update! Read the full blog post here: https://www.jaypitts.com/post/saint-matthews-real-estate-market-update-august-2025-insights

In this episode, Jay and Ryan break down what falling lumber costs mean for builders, buyers, and the housing market at large. They also dive into the latest U.S. job growth numbers and discuss how upcoming rate cuts could shake things up for both agents and clients. Then, for a lighter twist, the guys draft their Mount Rushmore of worst feelings as a real estate agent. Tune in for market insights, laughs, and some all-too-relatable realtor pain points. 

In this episode, Jay and Ryan dig into the role of AI in real estate—specifically how they’re testing it out for market reports, and whether or not they’ll need to disclose when those reports are AI-generated. From there, they pull back the curtain on the process of running comps and how they approach pricing a home in today’s market, and what to do when there simply aren’t enough good comps to guide your listing price. 

In this episode, we dive into what separates a good real estate agent from a truly great one—and how this difference applies to many situations in life. Next, we break down the biggest challenge Louisville agents are up against right now, along with the most common deal problems our brokerage has been seeing (and how to solve them). Of course, it wouldn’t be us without a little football talk—we wrap things up with our predictions for Louisville’s wins and losses this season. 

In this week’s episode of The Jay Pitts Show, we’re covering a little bit of everything. First, we break down the latest trends in the Louisville housing market and what buyers and sellers need to know right now. Then, Jay dives into how he plans to use AI in his marketing. Next up, we tackle a big question: is it actually cheaper to buy a brand-new house than an existing one in today’s market? We also share strategies for turning Instagram Stories into real leads that actually convert. Finally, we wrap things up with our Mount Rushmo...

In this episode, we’re covering everything from market shifts to mechanical takeovers. We kick things off with a look at how the real estate market is finally starting to feel normal again—and what that means for real estate agents. Then, we vent about the trolls showing up in our social media comments (you know who you are). Next, we get a little existential and debate whether AI and robots will eventually take over the world. And finally… crawl spaces. Why do they still exist? We make the case for banning them in all future new construction homes. It’s a...

This week, we’re diving into some big shake-ups in real estate and beyond. First, we break down Zillow’s new stance on clear cooperation and what it really means for buyers, sellers, and agents navigating the market. Then, Ryan shares a frustrating experience with an appraisal and a deal that's "tide water". We’ll also talk about Open Door’s stock skyrocketing 400%—all thanks to a Reddit frenzy. Finally, Jay reveals why he’s finally going deeper into the world of Bitcoin.

In this episode, we’re diving into what’s next for the office—are big upgrades on the horizon? Additions, expansion, maybe even a golf simulator? We also break down whether the summer real estate surge showed up this year or if the market's momentum fizzled out. Ryan shares the step-by-step prep he did to get his house ready to sell, and we close with a big question: are we officially in a buyer’s market now?

After a week off, the Jay Pitts Show is back! Ryan just had his second child, so they discuss sibling dynamics between an oldest and youngest child. Ryan asks Jay what keeps him motivated in his career, and who he's more likely to accept for his team: a brand new agent or an experienced agent. Then they wrap up the episode with an article from Broke Agent Media about nine buyer's agent mistakes that kill deals.

In this week’s episode, we kick things off with advice for realtors selling their own home—because yes, even the pros need a game plan when the stakes get personal. Then we celebrate a major win: 30 agents at RE/MAX Premiere Properties closed 3 or more deals in May! We share what’s working and how you can apply it to your own business.

Next up, we dive into powerful content ideas for realtors who want to grow their audience and turn followers into clients. If you’re stuck on what to post, this segment is your new blue...

In this episode, we unpack the biggest shifts shaking up the real estate world right now. Why are mortgage rates continuing to climb—and what does it mean for buyers and sellers in 2025? We also dive into the buzz around Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae: is the federal conservatorship era finally ending, and what could it mean for lending standards? 

Plus, a surprising stat: the median age of homebuyers has jumped to 56. What’s behind this dramatic shift, and what does it say about generational access to homeownership? We break down why Millennials and Gen Z do want...

In this jam-packed episode, we kick things off with bold predictions for the upcoming UofL football season—how many wins can the Cards stack up? Then we shift gears to the greens for a quick dive into the PGA Championship and who we’re watching closely. For our real estate listeners, we’ve got two must-hear segments: first, practical advice for realtors making the leap to a new state—how to hit the ground running, build a network fast, and avoid common pitfalls. Then we explore why former athletes often thrive in real estate, bringing a competitive edge and team min...

In this episode, we cover a lot—and we’re not just talking about real estate. First, we dive into the fundamentals of investing in rental properties and why they remain one of the most reliable paths to passive income. Then, we switch gears to talk about how we personally unwind after long, chaotic days (spoiler: usually involves a bourbon on the rocks).

We also read and react to the hilarious (and slightly unhinged) comments from our viral clip about 100 men vs. 1 gorilla. Plus, we take on the heated debate: could a scratch golfer actually make it on t...

In this 100th episode special of the Jay Pitts Show, we kick things off with bold predictions for this year’s Kentucky Derby winner. Then we pivot to the Louisville housing market for an insightful update on inventory trends. Next, we dive into a Broke Agent Media article claiming that more Americans are delaying or cancelling major purchases due to the economic ripple effects of rising tariffs. We also explore a major shift in the real estate industry: what happens as a wave of older agents retires, and how it could impact the business of working realtors. Finally, we li...

In this episode, we dive into the biggest challenges facing new real estate agents over the next five years—and what you can do, not just to survive, but thrive. From striking the right balance between investing in your business and saving for the future, to staying organized amid the chaos of commissions, taxes, and marketing budgets, we’re talking about the real behind-the-scenes hustle of building a lasting career. 

We also explore whether long-term investing or reinvesting back into your business is the smarter move for new agents just starting out. Plus, we weigh in on Zillo...

In this episode, we dive into the latest market shake-up—stocks and bonds are both down, and we unpack what that means for mortgage rates moving forward. Plus, the U.S. has raised Canadian lumber duties to 34.45%. What impact could that have on housing prices and construction? We also explore how home buyers find and choose their agent, and dive into what today’s buyers are really looking for in an agent. And to cap it off, we share our picks for The Masters and who we think has the edge this year on the green. 

Managing money as a realtor isn’t easy—Jay and Ryan break down the smartest ways to keep your finances in check. They also swap stories about their wildest celebrity encounters, react to GameStop’s bold move to buy Bitcoin as a reserve asset, and unpack how NAR's latest MLS rule change could hurt sellers more than help them. 

 Jay and Ryan dive into the latest chaos in UofL basketball, break down the drama surrounding GLAR Day at the Races, and debate just how many yard signs realtors really go through. They also spotlight Scottie Scheffler’s legendary Masters Champions Dinner, take a deep dive into how Zillow Flex operates, and expose the reality that realtors—not the general public—are Zillow’s true customers. Buckle up for rants, insights, and plenty of industry hot takes! 

Co-founder of ResiClub Lance Lambert shares misleading information about Zillow forcing realtors to push their Zillow leads to use Zillow Home Loans for their mortgage.  How will the stock market pullback affect the housing market? Gary Vee believes that wealthier people are more unhappy. Jay and Ryan do a draft of their favorite things about March Madness.

This week on the Jay Pitts Show, Jay and Ryan discuss the demographic of people interviewing to join the brokerage and how it's different from previous years. Could the warmer weather affect the market and produce more listings? And why are there realtors who are still trying to take their own listing photos?

Jay and Ryan discuss what you should be doing to build your business this year and what should you NOT be doing, inflation comes in higher than expected, the median age of a renter skyrockets, and YouTube users are watching on their TV's now more than ever before.

This week, Jay and Ryan discuss which social media platform is the best for generating leads for realtors, how Trump's tariffs will affect the price of building new homes, when/if you should hire a virtual assistant to help grow your business, and comment on Gary Vee calling out bad real estate agents.

With the cold weather here to stay for a month, Jay and Ryan discuss winter prep advice for agents like how to put up a listing sign when the ground is frozen. Tik Tok was banned for less than a day, and now there's a 90-day extension. Trump introduces a new BitCoin competitor, Trump Coin. We end the episode with a mount rushmore of our favorite championships. 

This week, Jay and Ryan discuss if real estate agents will be leaving the industry in mass this year and why, the possibility of medical debt being barred from affecting credit scores, and the TikTok ban.

Jay and Ryan reflect on their successes in 2024 and discuss their plans and goals for 2025.

This week we discuss bad advice realtors need to stop giving their clients, reminisce on our past deals, Jay's favorite sayings from his dad, and a draft of cold-weather alcoholic drinks.

This week, Jay and Ryan discuss why the DOJ might be hitting NAR with antitrust violations over the buyer representation agreements, Trump talking about privatizing Freddie and Fannie Mac, and which social media platform is better for lead generation: Facebook or Instagram? 

On this episode of the Jay Pitts Show, Jay and Ryan advise on ways to market yourself and your business as a brand new agent, discuss Trump's plan to build houses on federal land, and Jay reveals his feelings on the National Association of Realtors and how your dues are being spent.

In this episode, Jay and Ryan open with a chat about RPP's annual grilled cheese fest held at the office. Then Jay shares a pivotal turning point in his life and how it impacted his business. Next, Ryan reads an article about how to reach $100K a month in your business. We also discuss essential leadership qualities for real estate brokerages and how they might change. And to top it off, we make our predictions for the highly anticipated Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight.

On this week's episode, Jay and Ryan give advice on how to sell your home in the winter, why real estate agents have so much anxiety, BitCoin updates, the return of classic Louisville basketball with Pat Kelsey leading the way, and wrapping it up with a Thanksgiving food draft.

On this (late) Halloween episode, Ryan dresses up for the show, and they do a draft of the best Halloween candy. In real estate news, they discuss things real estate agents shouldn't be doing in regards to the "new" NAR settlement changes, a deep dive on how low inventory really is, and what buyers and sellers expect from their agents in 2025.

On this week's episode of the podcast, Jay and Ryan discuss why it's important to have a realtor involved in a transaction of a custom built home, the best (and worst) states to retire in, the E. coli outbreak at McDonald's with the Quarter Pounder, and wrap it up with a McDonald's menu draft.

This week on the podcast, Jay and Ryan talk about how and when to fire a client, Elon Musk's new Optimus robots, and UofL's basketball coach Pat Kelsey and his realtor walked into the wrong house for a showing.

This week Jay and Ryan discuss their morning routines, how realtors in states impacted by hurricanes Helene and Milton are affected amid homes being destroyed, what homebuyers expect from their real estate agent in 2024, and holidays.

On this week's episode, Jay and Ryan discuss the tragic impact of Hurricane Helene, the vice presidential debate and their plans (or lack thereof) for fixing the housing shortage, and when/how they will allow their kids to have access social media.

A new half-point rate cut from the Fed will make waves in the real estate world,  Zillow Home Price shifts in 50 largest metro markets, GLAR dues increase and are now annual, today's 30 year old's are not hitting traditional milestones anymore,  Jeff Bezos hides his identity to get a lower price on a mansion, and YouTubers KSI, Logan Paul and Mr. Beast team up to copy Lunchables with their new product, Lunchly.

In this episode, we take a moment to reflect on the significance of 9/11 and share personal stories of where we were when the towers fell. Next, we discuss the qualities and strategies that make a successful realtor in today's competitive market. On the tech front, we talk about the exciting release of the iPhone 16, and compare two popular wearable tech giants, the Apple Watch and Garmin.

Louisville has a serial porch pooper? FSU fan swears to eat dog poop if they lose. When should a buyer consider an adjustable versus fixed rate mortgage? Weird things agents need to bring to showings. The average length of homeownership has gone down.

 

Does Louisville really have the worst real estate market in America, or is it actually normal? And a company sells sunlight at night, which can be purchased all from your phone.

Commissions have officially been taken off of the MLS and representation agreements have been enforced as of this weekend. Jay talks about how this has affected the brokerage and his team. Jay and Ryan also discuss the news of Kamala Harris calling for 3 million new housing units, tax credits for first-time home buyers, and a subsidy for first-generation home buyers.

Some agents are upset about the NAR settlement changes that are coming into effect this week, and we're sick of hearing about it. We discuss how predicting what the future of real estate will look like with these changes is not productive, and how some of our stances on the settlement have changed. We also discuss the positives of offering a buy-side commission. 

Ryan got his catalytic converter stolen while recording the podcast, and Jay clears up exclusive vs. non-exclusive buyer agency agreements.

Jay and Ryan answer some real estate would-you-rather questions, discuss the difference between aspirational and aggressive pricing when listing a home, U.S. homeowners are the strong hands this cycle, and what exactly is considered a fixture in a home.

 

Greater Louisville Association of Realtors finally released info on the DOJ decision and when the changes have to be implemented. Jay and Ryan discuss the changes and Jay's plan of action to still offer buyer's agents cooperating commission. 

Rick Pitino is donating money to UK's sports teams, how to hide your buyer's identity when writing an offer, only 1% of agents make up 15% of home sales, and more would-you-rather questions. 

On this week's episode of the Jay Pitts Show, Jay and Ryan talk about ways to save downtown Louisville, how real estate shows paint realtors in a bad light, and answer some fun would-you-rather questions.

Why is it important for agents to focus on listings right now more than ever? Why is housing affordability such a big problem for millennials and gen z? What's the hardest part about owning a business and having young kids? Why are kids these days not as well mannered? All of this and more on this week's episode of the Jay Pitts Show!
*Sorry about the quality of the audio in this episode. We had some technical difficulties that will be fixed for the next episode.*

Jay and Ryan talk about Jay's trip to Spain, what's happening with DOJ's decision on realtor commissions and the NAR settlement, a GROSS story of what a broker did at a open house, and what type of beer they like best for certain locations.

This week, Jay and Ryan give tips to new homeowners about maintenance, taxes and more. Jay gives the best relationship advice that helped him during a stressful time in his life. Ryan discusses 7 "razors" or rules of thumb that simplify decision-making.

This week on the Jay Pitts Show, we're throwing it back to 2017 and our very first podcast episode ever to talk about all things Zillow. Everyone in the world of real estate has something to say about Zillow and the effect it has on markets around the country. Some say it's a sign of real estate's bright future (Jay might've predicted the future 7 years ago), other's say it will put yesterday's agents out of a job. Join industry expert Jay Pitts and Gabe Prewitt for a discussion on all things Zillow and what it means for YOU.

Breaking news from the DOJ saying they don't want seller's agents making offers of compensation to buyer's agents ever. Scottie Scheffler gets arrested in Louisville on the way to the PGA Championship for trying to go around a deadly accident. Will this hurt Louisville's chances of hosting the PGA again in the future? In parenting advice talk, we discuss what is the best gift to give your kids.

Jay and Ryan discuss when independent agents should think about starting their own team of agents, Meta's (expensive) new verification tiers, AI voices sounding just like a human, and more.

This week, Jay and Ryan discuss the Derby, the roast of Tom Brady, election turnout predictions, and what makes a good culture at a brokerage.

This week, Jay and Ryan discuss the non-exclusive touring agreement from Zillow in response to the NAR settlement and Jay rants about politics and the economy.

This week, Jay gives you a Louisville real estate market update, tips for social media success, and what to bring to a listing presentation.

This week, Jay and Ryan discuss addictions that keep real estate agents stuck and unsuccessful, more thoughts on the NAR settlement, the Masters, Louisville property taxes are rising, and the JCPS school busing problem.

 On this week's episode, Jay talks about his time in Vegas at the Remax convention, mortgage rate jumps, the CPI report coming in hotter than expected, bit coin, and UofL found their new coach while UK is searching for a new one.

 

In this episode, we answer some questions about the NAR settlement and discuss how agents win through their own marketing.

On this week's episode, Jay and Ryan discuss if pre-pandemic housing affordability will be possible again, builders are turning to shrinkflation, the firing of UofL basketball coach Kenny Payne, and the House passing a bill to ban tik tok.

What exactly is the NAR settlement about and how will this affect realtors and the real estate industry going forward? Tune in next week for part 2 of this episode where we do a Q&A for more information!

This week, we talk about anxiety, appraisals, earnest money, the history of daylight savings time, fewer teens are getting their driver's licenses, and a rant about UofL basketball coaches. 

This week, Jay and Ryan talk bit coin, updates on buyer side commission from the DOJ, and what is overrated and underrated for real estate agents.

How does inflation affect interest rates? How do you deal with a bad agent on the other side of a deal? How much did Kentuckians spend on gambling in 2023? What will be the biggest event in Louisville this year between the Derby, PGA championship, Bourbon and Beyond, or Louder than Life?

Jay and Ryan talk pop culture, the Superbowl, advice for visiting Las Vegas, why it should be more difficult to become a real estate agent, and tips on selling rental properties.

Jay and Ryan give advice to people wanting to become a real estate agent, react to a tik tok about what real estate agents should never do, and the introvert economy. 

WE'RE BACK! Jay and Ryan catch up in the first episode of 2024, Jay talks about his biggest REO horror stories, META is coming to Southern Indiana, and how real estate agents should dress.

On this week's episode, Ryan has a Q&A session with Jay about agent recruiting, the benefits of joining a real estate team, and how he runs his brokerage.

In our 2023 recap episode, Jay and Ryan talk about the highest-paid male and female athletes of the year, best-performing stocks, top-grossing movies, top podcasts, most listened-to musicians, and top 10 songs of 2023. 
Thank you so much for watching and listening to the first year of our radio show! Get ready for things to be even bigger and better in 2024!

Jay and Ryan talk about participating in sober January and a water fast next year, gen z scamming companies out of billions by committing credit card fraud, the most downloaded Apple apps of 2023, opinions and complaints that sound like something baby boomers would say, and wrap up the show with a spelling bee.

Interest rates are slowly coming down heading into 2024, but what does that really mean, and how can you as a real estate agent explain it to your clients?

On this week's episode, Jay and Ryan talk about the myth of renting versus owning, Starbucks making millions from unused gift cards, Henry Ford predicted bitcoin, what are dinks and why is this becoming a trend on social media, and the most important draft they've ever done, the best potato dish draft.

Jay and Ryan talk real estate and why the housing market is NOT crashing, explaining that supply is low and is not as elastic as demand. 

Ryan asks Jay what is the most valuable trait of entrepreneurs, Jay talks about his favorite real estate content creators, and why you shouldn't expect everyone to like you.

There are a lot of real estate agents out there who aren't the best and don't know what they're doing. Jay and Ryan give tips on how to deal with those agents when you're on the other side of a deal with them.

Jay and Ryan discuss 5 home buying misconceptions that Americans believe, if it's important that your realtor has a large social media following, and fun this-or-that questions.

Jay gives details on the Burnett trial and how it will affect commission for buyers agents in the future, and the draft for this week is "best Louisville coaches of all time".

Jay and Ryan talk about what the housing market will look like in 2024, the success of the RPP golf scramble, what movies or shows they will make their kids watch, girl math and a Louisville bar draft.

Jay and Ryan discuss the new initiatives for home ownership, Netflix cracking down on password sharing and upping their prices, sports and pick their best Louisville events drafts.

Jay and Ryan discuss the war conflict going on in the Middle East and how that could affect the housing market here, Louisville market update, Louisville football, the possibility of sports betting in Kentucky, and the best Louisville restaurants.

Jay and Ryan discuss misleading headlines in real estate news, how to permanently get pet odor out of carpet, the history of the pumpkin spiced latte, and Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift.

On this week's very philosophical episode of the Jay Pitts Show, Jay and Ryan discuss the cultural shift in the health and fitness industry, finding balance in life (especially as a real estate agent), and fear of judgment.

Jay and Ryan talk about inflation, the differences in what people valued 50 years ago versus today, when they'll let their kids have a cell phone and access to social media, and their weekly NFL picks.