It's Real

Welcome to the "It's Real" Podcast with Kayla Kallander, mortgage lender, and Andrew Yaggie, realtor. Each week we'll talk about what happens behind the scenes working full-time in real estate and share with you real life stories, our successes, and hurdles as we work to help consumers and industry professionals reach their real estate and real life goals!

It's Real is a education podcast hosted by Kayla Kallander & Andrew Yaggie, with 114 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Kayla Kallander & Andrew Yaggie hosts It's Real, a education show with 114 episodes published.

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  Episode 115 - Are homebuyers becoming house poor? The affordability reality no one talks about

  Aug 18, 202625 min

  In Episode 115 of the It’s Real Podcast, Kayla Kallander and Andrew Yaggie break down a surprising Truework homebuyer report that found 88% of recent homebuyers with a mortgage say a common financial setback could put their monthly mortgage payment at risk. They discuss the difference between qualifying for a mortgage and comfortably affording a home, the hidden impact of rising housing costs and shared expenses, and why a mortgage pre-approval is only part of the home buying equation. If you’re buying a home, refinancing, or planning your next move, this episode offers practical insight into home affordability, mortgage payments, and making a sustainable home buying decision.

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  Episode 116 - Why the Best Real Estate Professionals Don’t Work With Everyone

  Aug 18, 202633 min

  There’s no easy button in real estate.. or in life. In this episode of the It’s Real Podcast, Kayla Kallander and Andrew Yaggie discuss where mortgage rates may be headed, why home equity is reaching record levels for many homeowners, and how AI is changing real estate and lending. They also talk about building stronger client relationships, asking better questions, and why you don’t have to work with everyone. This episode is a candid conversation about navigating changing markets, demanding clients, and the reality that success in real estate, homeownership, and life comes from choosing your hard. If you’re a homebuyer, homeowner, real estate agent, or mortgage professional, this episode offers practical insights on today’s housing market, mortgage trends, and long-term decision making.

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  Episode 104 - Why Great Real Estate Agents Do More Than Open Doors

  Aug 4, 202637 minS4

  Episode 104 of It’s Real Podcast - From unpredictable Midwest spring weather to celebrating a record month in business, this episode of It's Real Podcast covers much more than what's happening in the market. We dive into the growing gap between real estate agents who truly guide their clients and those who simply open doors. We also discuss why mortgage pre-approvals without meaningful conversations can create costly problems, and the reality that many professionals mistake transactions for genuine client relationships. The conversation continues with insights from the latest Next Gen Homebuyer Report , revealing how affordability concerns, uncertainty about the housing market, and financial support from the "Bank of Mom & Dad" are changing the way first-time homebuyers approach homeownership. We also share what these trends mean for real estate agents, mortgage lenders, and anyone planning to buy or sell a home. If you're looking for practical insights on today's real estate market, mortgage lending, home buying, sales, and building lasting client relationships, this episode is for you. Tune in for an honest conversation about real estate, mortgages, homebuyers, business growth, and the mindset needed to succeed in today's market.

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  Episode #103

  Episode 103 - Kayla's in the hot seat

  Aug 3, 202637 minS3

  Episode 103 of the It’s Real Podcast flips the script—we put Kayla in the hot seat and get into the real stuff behind the business. Here’s what we got into: • Who Kayla really is beyond social media — “sharky and goofy” • Why education, empowerment, and empathy matter more than just rates • What’s actually holding agents and professionals back from creating content • The reality of today’s market and why who you work with matters more than ever • Building a brand people trust (before they even meet you) • The challenges of growth, delegation, and building a team • What “winning” really looks like — and why it’s not just about production This one goes deeper than real estate—it’s about how you show up, how you grow, and how you build something that actually lasts. If you got value from this, share it with someone who needs to hear it—and make sure you’re subscribed for the next episode.

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  Episode #102

  Episode 102 - Burnout & Boundaries and Why the Market is Touch and Go

  Mar 23, 202634 minS4

  <p>Episode 102 of It’s Real Podcast - This one covers a little bit of everything from what we’re actually seeing in today’s real estate market to the real conversations happening behind the scenes. We dig into: Why the market feels a bit "touch and go” right now, What buyers and sellers are really up against, The truth about interest rates (and why headlines can mislead you), The importance of working with the right professionals, burnout, boundaries, and why taking a break actually matters.  Plus…a little aviation update and some real talk about growth, discipline, and doing things that...

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