Join host Jamie Forest and financial advisor Taylor Zemlicka in this episode of The Local Lens, where Taylor shares his expertise on navigating the unique financial challenges and opportunities of rural America. From his transition from football to finance to offering valuable insights on budgeting, real estate investing, and long-term wealth building, Taylor’s advice is tailored to young professionals and families seeking financial stability.

🎧 Hosted by: Jamie Forest

🎙 Featuring: Taylor Zemlicka – Registered Financial Advisor at Northwestern Mutual Investment Services

💡 What You’ll Learn:

✔️ Taylor’s path from football to financial advising

✔️ Overcoming the financial challenges of rural living

✔️ How to use real estate investments as a wealth-building tool

✔️ The importance of creating diversified financial plans

✔️ Smart budgeting strategies for young families

✔️ Tips for planning long-term financial goals with minimal upfront costs

🎬 Tune in for expert advice on investing, financial literacy, and managing money in small communities.

📇 Connect with Taylor Zemlicka:

🔗 LinkedIn → ​​https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-zemlicka-51a98957/

📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/zemlicka4/

🎙 Follow Jamie Forrest:

🌎 Website → https://jamieforrest.exprealty.com/

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/JamieEXPRealty

🔗 LinkedIn → https://jamieforrest.exprealty.com/

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Join Jamie Forest as she interviews Emily Tupa, an experienced real estate agent from Rapid City. Emily shares her unique journey from working in hospitality to transitioning into real estate, highlighting how her background in event planning and customer service enhances her ability to serve clients. They dive into the importance of community, being a local expert, and how real estate is more about building lasting relationships than simply closing deals.

🎧 Hosted by: Jamie Forest

🎙 Guest: Emily Tupa - Real estate professional based in Rapid City

Emily Tupa is an accomplished real estate professional based in Rapid City, South Dakota, with a career marked by dedication, client advocacy, and a deep understanding of the local market. As a Broker Associate at RE/MAX Advantage since May 2016, she has built a reputation for her personalized approach, clear communication, and exceptional service that consistently earns her five-star reviews from clients. Emily’s professional journey began with a strong foundation in hospitality, having earned her Bachelor of Arts in Hospitality and Tourism from the University of North Dakota. She later served as Director of Catering at the Holiday Inn Rushmore Plaza, where she honed her skills in customer service and event coordination—skills that translated seamlessly into real estate. Her transition into real estate more than 18 years ago has been marked by consistent success and growth, fueled by her passion for helping individuals and families navigate one of the most important financial decisions of their lives. Emily is also known for her involvement in community initiatives and her commitment to continuing education, staying ahead of market trends and regulatory changes to better serve her clients. Her professional integrity, market insight, and unwavering commitment to client success have made her a trusted name in the South Dakota real estate community.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

✔️ Emily’s career shift from event planning to real estate

✔️ How a background in hospitality sets Emily apart as an agent

✔️ Why local community involvement is key to success in real estate

✔️ The true role of an agent: creating a seamless client experience

✔️ The importance of networking and connecting people within the community

✔️ How Emily balances her busy career while maintaining personal connections

✔️ What new agents can learn from Emily’s journey

📇 Connect with Emily Tupa:

🌐 Facebook → https://emily-tupa.remax.com/

📱 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/emilytupa_realtor/

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/CareBeyondClosing/

🎙 Follow Jamie Forrest:

🌎 Website → https://jamieforrest.exprealty.com/

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/JamieEXPRealty

🔗 LinkedIn → https://jamieforrest.exprealty.com/

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In this episode of The Local Lens, Jamie Forrest chats with South Dakota real estate agent Molly Hopper, whose real estate journey began as a secretary in her grandfather’s office. Now a successful agent in Huron, Molly shares how she’s grown her business using social media, how she guides first-time homebuyers through the process, and what sellers need to know to prep their homes for the market. It’s a grounded, insightful conversation packed with value for realtors and clients alike.

🎧 Hosted by: Jamie Forrest

🎙️ Guest: Molly Hopper – Licensed Real Estate Agent

Molly Hopper is a top-performing Realtor based in Huron, South Dakota, with over 6 years of experience and more than $33 million in closed sales. A Huron native and proud mom of two, she combines deep local knowledge with relentless client dedication.

💡 Key Topics Covered:

✔️ The role of social media in building a personal brand

✔️ Challenges of small-market real estate

✔️ How to empower first-time homebuyers

✔️ Preparing your home for sale: What matters most

✔️ Building long-term client relationships

📇 Connect with Molly Hopper:

🌐 Website → https://elevatehuron.com/

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/molly.shelton.10/

📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/keepingitrealestatewithmolly/

📧 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/molly-shelton-997373232/

🎙 Follow Jamie Forrest:

🌎 Website → https://jamieforrest.exprealty.com/

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/JamieEXPRealty

🔗 LinkedIn → https://jamieforrest.exprealty.com/

🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!

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