Nate Carver and Kristine L. Edens discuss real-world homebuying and selling in North Texas—especially McKinney, Melissa, and Princeton. Kristine shares why she became a Realtor: after feeling like “a number” in her own transactions, she built a business around responsiveness, education, and advocacy when deals get complicated.

For first-time buyers, Kristine’s advice is simple: start with your finances and build a plan—whether you’re ready now or need 6–18 months to get “home-ready.” They also break down what’s changing in each city (land constraints and price pressure in McKinney, rapid growth in Melissa, and affordability + infrastructure “growing pains” in Princeton), plus what she’s doing to help sellers win attention with modern marketing.

On this episode of Between Two Doors, host Nate Carver welcomes Denise Bibeau, a top-producing REALTOR® with Re/Max AllStars and incoming 2026 President of the Women’s Council of REALTORS® Florida. Denise reflects on nearly a decade in real estate and more than three decades of combined experience in sales and leadership, sharing how service-driven values and community engagement have fueled her success in Ocala.

Listeners will gain valuable insight into Ocala’s real estate market, including buyer and seller expectations, market timing, insurance considerations, and what truly drives long-term satisfaction in homeownership. Denise also explains why professional leadership and statewide networks matter—not just for agents, but for the clients they serve. This episode is a must-listen for anyone exploring Florida living or seeking a trusted guide through the home buying or selling process.

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On this podcast episode, Tina Andrade brings her two decades of real estate expertise to the table, sharing what truly matters when navigating today’s market. From helping first-time buyers overcome fear to advising seasoned investors building multi-property portfolios, Tina delivers grounded, compassionate guidance shaped by thousands of real-world experiences. She dives into the emotional side of real estate — from estate transitions to supporting military families — and explains why trust, communication, and long-term relationships remain the cornerstone of her business.

Listeners will walk away with practical advice, market perspective, and the reassurance that a thoughtful, client-first agent can make all the difference. If you're preparing to buy, sell, or invest, this conversation offers a rare blend of expertise and heart. Don’t forget to explore more episodes of Between Two Doors, where we highlight professionals who are shaping local communities and empowering homebuyers with the knowledge they need to make confident decisions.

In this audio episode, host Nate Carver welcomes Chris Johnstone, CEO of Connection Incorporated, for a deep dive into how artificial intelligence is reshaping real estate and mortgage lending. Chris explains how buyer behavior is rapidly shifting toward AI-powered search and why agents who adapt early will capture a disproportionate share of future business. He also shares why tools like ChatGPT are now recommending professionals—sometimes delivering out-of-state referrals—and how realtors can position themselves to be the expert AI chooses.

Listeners will learn how AI can pick up phone calls, answer texts, nurture leads, manage databases, and create content that trains AI systems to recognize an agent as a trusted authority. Chris highlights how his company’s Loan Officer CRM helps lenders and agents streamline communication and deliver superior customer experiences—something consumers now expect in an AI-driven world.

If you're a realtor or homebuyer wanting to understand what AI means for your future, or a loan officer looking to level up with smarter systems, this episode is packed with clear and actionable insights.

Between Two Doors continues to bring industry-leading voices who help real estate professionals stay ahead of the curve.

In this episode, Alyssa Kapinos of Goosehead Insurance breaks down the biggest insurance questions facing North Texas home-buyers. She explains how to compare policies, understand deductibles, avoid costly gaps in coverage, and spot the hidden factors—like roof age and claim history—that can affect both your premium and your ability to close on time. With real stories of homeowners who saved thousands because they had the right policy in place, Alyssa empowers buyers to make smart decisions with confidence.

You’ll also learn when to loop in an insurance broker, how bundling can lower costs, and why reviewing your declarations page could be the most important step before moving into your new home. Reach out to Alyssa for a personalized, no-pressure insurance review that can help you protect your investment from day one. For more practical, local guidance on navigating the home-buying journey, keep tuning in to Between Two Doors.

In this episode, Nate talks with Carissa Duran, a fifth-generation Nevadan turned honorary Texan who has spent over a decade helping military families find home and stability around Fort Hood, Killeen, Temple, Belton, and Salado. As both an Army Reserve veteran and a military spouse, Carissa brings a rare, firsthand understanding of PCS moves, VA loans, and the challenges of building family life amid constant relocation.

She shares her journey from El Paso to Central Texas, her creative use of 360° home walkthroughs for families moving from overseas, and how her 98% VA-based business helps service members build wealth through homeownership. Carissa also highlights what makes Bell County special—affordable housing, low taxes, easy commutes, and endless outdoor fun—plus a few ghost stories from Salado’s historic Stagecoach Inn.

For Carissa, real estate is about more than transactions; it’s about creating financial freedom and stability for familieslike her own.

💬 Connect with Carissa

📞 702-335-7306
📧 carissayourrealtor@gmail.com
🌐 carissaduran.com
📸 @carissayourrealtor
📘 facebook.com/cduranrealtor

In this episode, Nate Carver meets with Terry Kerr and Matthew Vanhorn from Mid South Home Buyers, the pioneers of the turnkey single-family real estate investment model.

Terry shares how a fixer-upper for his young family in 2002 grew into a company that has bought, renovated, sold, and managed more than 5,700 homes across Tennessee, Arkansas, and now Texas.

Matthew, a 14-year veteran who helped scale their property management division from 215 to 5,800 homes, explains how vertical integration, an in-house warehouse operation, and a resident-focused approach drive investor returns.

Together, they discuss:

• How Mid South built a truly turnkey system—from renovation to property management.
• The power of cash-flow markets like Memphis and Little Rock.
• Their expansion into Dallas–Fort Worth and why Texas remains a growth powerhouse.
• Financing insights on DSCR loans, 1031 exchanges, and owner-occupant starter strategies.
• Why strong management can turn an average property into a great investment.

Terry and Matthew also share inspiring investor stories—including a 19-year-old who purchased his first investment home through their program—and invite listeners to join one of their monthly investor tours.

Connect with Mid South Home Buyers:
🌐 MidSouthHomeBuyers.com
📧 invest@midsouthhomebuyers.com
📞 (901) 338-7621
📍 Memphis & Little Rock | Now testing DFW market
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🔗 LinkedIn Company Profile

In this episode of Between Two Doors, host Nate Carver sits down with Shannon Conradi and Ilko Boyadjiev from Propy, the blockchain-powered title and escrow company transforming real estate. Together, they explain how Propy enables secure, fully digital closings—whether through traditional transactions or cryptocurrency.

Ilko, a Senior Account Executive, walks listeners through how Propy’s crypto escrow minimizes volatility and speeds up deals, allowing buyers and sellers to close in hours instead of weeks. Shannon highlights how Propy safeguards ownership records by recording deeds both with the county and on the blockchain for added security.

They also explore crypto-backed loans, stablecoins, and how KYC verification protects everyone from fraud. If you’ve ever wondered how blockchain, title, and mortgage can come together to simplify buying or selling a home, this episode is a must-listen.

🎧 Between Two Doors — where real estate meets innovation.