Voice of Real Estate
A monthly look at the trends, stories, and key players shaping the property world. From market insights to expert interviews, get the real talk behind real estate—one episode at a time.
Episodes
13 episodes
Four Counties, One Region: How Augusta's Economic Leaders Actually Work Together
What's really driving economic growth across the Augusta, Georgia and CSRA region? In this episode of Voices of Real Estate, host Jamie Jorge sits down with four of the region's top economic development leaders: Cal Wray (Development Authority ...
What It REALLY Takes to Develop a Neighborhood (Land, Zoning & Big Money)
What does it take to design a home you'll never have to leave? In this episode of Voices of Real Estate, host Jamie Jorge sits down with Will Dozier, Director of Land Development and Commercial Real Estate at Blanchard & Calhoun, to talk ab...
Inside Georgia Power's Hurricane Helene Recovery: The Largest Storm in 140 Years
When Hurricane Helene tore through the Augusta and CSRA region in September 2024, it became the largest storm in Georgia Power's 140-year history — by a factor of six. In this episode of Voices of Real Estate, host Jamie sits down with Kerry Br...
Data Centers in Columbia County: The Facts You Haven't Heard
Data centers are coming to Columbia County — and everyone has questions. In this episode of Voices of Real Estate, Jamie Jorge of Blanchard and Calhoun sits down with Heath Taylor, President and CEO of the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce, t...
Storm Damage, Insurance & Roof Maintenance: What Homeowners Need to Know
In this episode of Voices of Real Estate, Jamie with Blanchard and Calhoun sits down with Dustin from Southpaw Roofing to talk about what homeowners, buyers, and sellers need to know about roofing in the Augusta and CSRA area.Dustin shares ...
What Does a Game Warden ACTUALLY Do? Inside Augusta's Ducks Unlimited Greenwings Program
Ever wondered what a game warden actually does day-to-day? In this episode of the Blanchard and Calhoun podcast, host Jamie sits down with Game Warden Cory Bohannon to pull back the curtain on life in law enforcement "off the pavement" — and to...
What to Do in Augusta GA in 2026 | New Attractions, Hidden Gems & Local Secrets
Augusta, Georgia is about to land one of the most exciting new attractions in the Southeast — and it's happening right on the Savannah River. In this episode, Jamie sits down with Jennifer Bowen, Chief Strategy Officer and Senior VP of Destinat...
The Truth About Home Prices in Augusta (And Why First-Time Buyers Are Now 40)
Why is the average first-time homebuyer now almost 40 years old? In this eye-opening conversation, Jamie Wier of Blanchard and Calhoun sits down with Tiffany Heitzman, Executive Director of the Homebuilders Association of the Greate...
How Georgialina Outdoor Dream Foundation Is Changing Kids’ Lives in the CSRA
In this episode of Blanchard Biz, Jamie sits down with Tony and Eve from Georgialina Outdoor Dream Foundation to talk about the heart behind their mission and the impact they’re making across the CSRA.Georgialina Outdoor Dream Foundatio...
Insurance, Lawsuits & Roofs: What Real Estate Agents Need to Know
Preston Moss joins us to break down what tort reform actually means, how insurance has evolved, and why calling your agent before closing is more important than ever. It’s not what you expect from an insurance episode—in a good way.We’re...
Grit, Grace, and Real Estate with Sherry Sanders
Sherry Sanders shares how she pivoted into real estate during COVID, built a thriving business, and won the President’s Award—all with hustle, heart, and a solid morning routine.
What It’s Really Like Selling Homes with Your Mom ft. Nanda & Toni
Nanda DeLaurentys and Toni W open up about the highs, lows, and hilarious moments of working together in real estate—from flooded bedrooms to cultural shocks and family dinners. You’ll laugh, nod, and maybe even rethink your dinner plans.