In this episode of Coffee & Closings, I sit down with Brandy Nemergut to talk about her journey from starting in real estate in California to building a thriving business from scratch here in North Carolina. Brandy shares how she leveraged conversations and genuine relationship-building to grow her network, how to confidently use social media as a REALTOR®, and why dialing in your CRM (and using AI effectively) can be a game-changer for your business.

This week, we’re highlighting The Porchlight Medium Roast from the Classic Collection by Pure Intentions Coffee Roasters out of Charlotte, NC.

In this episode of Coffee & Closings, I sit down with Kailey Norman, Sales Manager of the Southeast Regional Leadership Team at Compass. We dive into market insights, why knowledge is power for every agent, and what new agents should be doing right now to set themselves up for success. Kailey also shares what it’s really like to take on a leadership role in a real estate office, offering perspective on growth, mentorship, and team building. Plus, we spotlight 5 Star Coffee Roasters in Holly Springs, NC, and their standout Chayote roast.

In this episode of Coffee & Closings, Ethan sits down with powerhouse broker Liz Brown to unpack her wild journey from real estate rookie to team leader, independent brokerage owner, and now Compass Principal with a big brand. They talk entrepreneurship, client relationship, building something from scratch, and balancing it all with parenthood. Liz shares the highs, the hustle, and what it really takes to be a standout agent in today’s market. Plus, they sip on some bold brews from Counter Culture while keeping it real about what the grind actually looks like.

In this episode of Coffee & Closings, Davis Holt shares how early failures fueled his rise as a successful real estate entrepreneur. We dive into the power of persistence, the mindset behind building a business, and how he balances being a present father with the hustle of real estate. Plus, we kick things off with a pour-over from Cultivate Coffee, featuring their Better Together roast — a perfect reminder that success is rarely a solo journey.