Real Estate, I Love It

09/15/2026

There are so many Realtors® in our community doing meaningful work that has nothing to do with buying or selling a home.

I recently spent some time with Denise Meetze VanPatten to learn more about Mothers and Children in Crisis, an organization that is especially important to her.

Before real estate, Denise had a background in social work, including 13 years working in child protection for the county. Through that work, she saw firsthand the challenges facing mothers and children in our community and the need for organizations like this one.

For Denise, this cause is personal. Those experiences inspired her to get involved and continue giving her time and support.

I love sharing these stories because they show another side of the people we work beside every day. Giving back isn’t about recognition. It’s about finding something that matters to you and choosing to show up.

Learn more at https://www.mccsyracuse.org/

That’s Serve, Don’t Sell. ❤️

There are so many Realtors® in our community doing meaningful work ...

09/13/2026

Do open houses actually sell homes? What should buyers ask, what should they keep private, and is it okay to stop in if you’re “just looking”?

In this episode of Real Estate I Love It, mother-daughter duo Shelley Hoffman and Taylor “Tay” Hoffman of HHC Realty talk about the truth behind open houses. We share our perspectives on what buyers should notice, why agents ask visitors to sign in, whether sellers should stay home, and what makes an open house welcoming instead of uncomfortable.

We also discuss:
• Understanding whom the hosting agent represents
• Looking beyond furniture and decorating
• Open house etiquette and respecting someone’s home
• What visitor feedback can tell a seller
• Common open house myths and misconceptions

Whether you’re buying your first home, preparing to sell, or simply curious about real estate, join us for an honest conversation with practical takeaways and a little mother-daughter perspective.

Our approach is simple: Serve, Don’t Sell. Help people feel informed, comfortable, and confident about their next step.

Follow Real Estate I Love It for more conversations about buying, selling, and life in real estate.

Learn more about HHC Realty: HHCrealty.com

06/26/2026

If you've ever wondered what it's really like to be a real estate agent... here's a little glimpse. 😂🏡

Not every showing goes according to plan, and that's exactly what makes this job so memorable.

Shelley and Taylor are sharing another funny behind-the-scenes story from life in real estate on the latest episode of Real Estate I Love It.

🎙️ Watch the full episode here:

https://youtu.be/4UUEXQI20wM?si=x4qrimu5lRV3VJBx

05/26/2026

Showing homes looks easy… until the lockbox won’t open 😂🔑

In this clip from Real Estate I Love It, Shelley Hoffman and Taylor Hoffman share some of the real-life stress, funny moments, and behind-the-scenes experiences that come with showing homes as a realtor.

If you’re in real estate, you’ll definitely relate to this one.

🎥 Watch Full Episode Here : https://youtu.be/dciIctYofFE?si=QuzLzpWwFPo6NGJK

🎙️ Listen Here: https://episodes.castos.com/622f4f525647b9-24488579/2468145/c1e-kj426idvpoqb9414d-474r8622ix0x-gokqnp.mp3

04/28/2026

In this episode of Real Estate: I Love It, Shelley and Taylor dive into what it really takes to succeed in the real estate industry, from both a seasoned agent’s perspective and a brand-new agent navigating her first year.

They break down the key skills every agent needs, including communication, self-motivation, relationship building, and negotiation, while also sharing real-life experiences, lessons learned, and common misconceptions about the industry.

From setting boundaries with clients to finding leads, building trust, and staying consistent, this episode offers an honest look at the mindset and work ethic required to build a successful real estate career.

Whether you’re thinking about getting into real estate or are already in the industry, this conversation will give you a clearer picture of what it truly takes to grow and thrive.

What It Really Takes to Succeed in Real Estate (Mindset, Skills & Reality Check)

03/03/2025

01/23/2022

Join in on the discussion…8am tomorrow on Clubhouse

Monday, January 24 at 8:00am EST with Shelley Hoffman, Kristy Brightman, Rob Just, Steve Ladd, David Ferguson, Jason Miller.

06/11/2021

Have you watched the latest episode of the Real Estate... I Love It podcast? ⚡️

I'm joined by, Kristy Brightman, Steve Ladd CIC, Robert Just, CFP, and, Jason Miller to talk about the home buying process. Attorneys are a huge part of the real estate transaction.Kristy Brightman discusses with us the attorney process once a signed contract is submitted to her and how she then gets it to the closing table.

Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/importance-of-an-attorney-in-your-real-estate-transaction/id1550906073?i=1000525180700
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4uXzbdBMRgSQkMQhJXbVu2?si=57f28029c3704f36

05/20/2021

QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
When it comes to real estate... What do you want to know more about? Loans, Inspections, commercial, property management, etc...

Let me know in the comments!