Contracts & Chaos
Contracts & Chaos is the place to hear about what's happening to fellow Realtors like you. That crazy seller, the buyer who left at closing; we talk about it. How to stay relevant and thrive in a down market? We discuss it.
Alyssa & Brenna are Realtors located in the Charlotte and Hickory, NC market who have built their businesses in communities they are transplants in, without buying leads or joining mega teams to make it happen. They've beaten the odds during a pandemic and are here to share their stories, tips and advice on how to survive a down market or start your business from scratch.
Episodes
135 episodes
135: POV - Your Brokerage Isn't The Problem
If you’ve been on social media lately, you’ve probably seen all the noise around brokerages, mergers, and who’s going where. And while it makes for great headlines… let’s have a real conversation.Your logo isn’t what’s building your busi...
134: Wait… We Can Talk About That Now?! HUD, Fair Housing & The Crime + School Conversation
If you’ve been in real estate for the last few years, you were probably told: “Don’t talk about crime.” “Don’t talk about schools.” “Just send them to Google.” 😅Well… things have shifted.In this episode,...
133: Who Moved My Commission?
If you’ve been in real estate for more than five minutes, you’ve probably had that moment where you’re like… “Wait. Who moved my cheese?!” 🫠In this episode, we’re breaking down the classic book Who Moved My Cheese and how it per...
132: Your Minimum Standard: The One Thing to Fall Back On When You’re Burnt Out
Let’s talk about the days when you just don’t have it.The motivation isn’t there. The to-do list feels overwhelming. And the idea of doing everything in your business makes you want to do… nothing.In this episode, we’re b...
131: The Super Signature: How You Are Leaving Opportunity In Your Emails
Your email signature is either taking up space… or it’s quietly making you money.Because think about it: how many emails do you send every single day? What if every one of them worked for your business long after you hit send?We’r...
130: Appraisals 101: The Good, The Bad, and The “Wait… What?!”
Appraisals… the part of the transaction that can feel like a total wildcard. 😅In this episode, we’re breaking it all down in plain English. what appraisals actually are, how they work, what appraisers are looking at, and what happens whe...
129: 75 Hard for Agents: The Discipline Your Business Needs
Let’s talk about discipline! No, not the motivational poster kind, but the kind that actually moves the needle in your business.In this episode, we’re breaking down what a 75 Hard-style challenge for real estate agents could look ...
128: Lead Gen Series Part 4: FSBOs – The Opportunity Most Agents Ignore
Part 4 of our lead gen series is all about a lead source that makes a lot of agents uncomfortable… FSBOs.For Sale By Owners are some of the most motivated sellers out there. They’ve already raised their hand and said, “Hey, I want to sel...
127: Lead Gen Series Part 3: Social Media That Actually Converts
Part 3 of our lead gen series is here, and we’re talking about the thing everyone loves to overcomplicate ...social media.You do not need to go viral. You do not need a ring light the size of Texas. And you definitely don’t need to dance...
126: Lead Gen Series Part 2: Open Houses That Actually Work
Part 2 of our lead gen series is here and we’re talking about one of the most powerful ( and most underutilized ) strategies in real estate: open houses.Not the “sit at the table and scroll your phone” kind… the kind that builds your dat...
125: Lead Gen Series Part 1: Your Secret Goldmine
Welcome to Part 1 of our lead gen series — and we’re starting with the most overlooked, under-loved, absolute goldmine in your business… your sphere of influence.In this episode, we’re talking about why the people who already kn...
124: Rejection Isn't Real - Here's Why
Let’s flip the script on something that scares way too many agents: rejection.In this episode, we’re breaking down why “no” isn’t actually as painful or powerful as we make it in our heads. Think about it like this: if you ask Patty to d...
123: The 10 Year Letter
What if getting clear on the life you want 10 years from now could completely shift how you show up today?In this episode, we’re talking about the power of writing a 10 year letter — a simple but incredibly impactful exercise wh...
122: Mastermind Takeaways: What We’re Actually Implementing
Fresh off a mastermind event in Charlotte, Alyssa and I are sitting down to unpack what actually stuck—not just the notes we scribbled down, but the ideas that challenged us, stretched our thinking, and are already shaping how we show ...
121: The Go-Giver — How Giving More Can Actually Grow Your Business
We’re switching gears this week for a little mindset reset and a lot of inspiration. In this episode, we’re diving into The Go-Giver by Bob Burg and John David Mann. This is a small but mighty book that completely flips the script on s...
120: Setting the Stage for 2026: Our Goals, Our Game Plans, and What’s Coming Next
New year, new goals… same chaotic duo. In this episode, Alyssa and I are sitting down to break open our vision for 2026 — the big goals, the uncomfortable stretch points, the habits we’re building, and the things we’re absolutely leaving behind...
119: Burnout Is Not A Business Plan
Somewhere along the way, real estate convinced us that exhaustion is a badge of honor. Spoiler alert — it’s not. Hustling yourself into the ground isn’t strategy, and burnout definitely isn’t a business plan.In this episode, we’re unpack...
118: 2025 Wrap Up
As we close out 2025, we’re taking a look back at the year that shaped us — the big wins, the unexpected plot twists, the growth moments, and the gratitude that carried us through.In this episode, we’re breaking down what worked in our b...
117: How To Be A More Confident Agent In 2026
If 2026 is the year you want to show up bigger, braver, and more grounded as an agent, this episode is your roadmap. We’re breaking down the real building blocks of confidence — the kind that isn’t loud or flashy, but steady, rooted, and undeni...
116: The Closing Girls: Transaction Super Hero's
Over a YEAR later, we have collectively closed DOZENS of transactions utilizing The Closing Girls. If you are not connected with them - do yourself a favor and do an onboarding call NOW! We were HONORED to have Amber and Mary from T...
115: 10 Ways To Connect Without Feeling Gross
Let’s be honest — some of the “relationship-building” advice in real estate feels… cringe. You don’t want to stalk people on social media or send generic drip emails that scream I learned this in a 1994 sales seminar.In this epi...
114: Seven Rapid Fire Tips To Managing Difficult Clients
Happy Holidays! Here is a replay of rapid fire list of our top tips and tricks to managing those tricky clients.... or, this time of year, maybe family members! We all have them, but it is important to protect your peace, protect your business,...
113: Declutter Your Business Before The Holidays
Before the holidays sweep us into full chaos mode, let’s take 15 minutes to clear the mental and digital clutter that’s been piling up all year. In this episode, we’re talking about simple ways to streamline your systems, tidy up your inbox and...