Realtor180 with San Francisco Realtor Shawn Kunkler of the Homeward Associates team
Ep 151 AI, Authenticity, and the Future of Real Estate | Shawn Kunkler & Ryan Garson
Feb 18, 2026
Season 3
Episode 151
Shawn Kunkler / Ryan Garson
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Artificial intelligence is already changing how real estate agents communicate, market, and serve clients, whether they’re ready or not.
In this episode of Realtor180, Shawn Kunkler, Founder of the Homeward Associates Group out of San Francisco, sits down with Ryan Garson to break down how top-producing agents are actually using AI in their day-to-day business without losing authenticity or trust. Ryan shares real-world examples of how he leverages AI to write clearer emails, streamline operations, create content faster, and gain leverage in negotiations.
This conversation isn’t about replacing agents with technology. It’s about understanding how clients are already using AI, why clarity matters more than ever, and how agents who adapt thoughtfully will stay relevant in a rapidly changing industry.
If you’re a real estate professional wondering how AI fits into your business and what happens if you ignore it, this episode offers a grounded, practical perspective.
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Your host Shawn Kunkler is a licensed Realtor® in California DRE 01991440 and the founder of the Homeward Associates at COMPASS. ...