Real Estate. Explained Simply. Whether you’re buying your first home, selling your tenth, or just trying to make sense of the market, Cut to the Chase is your go-to real estate podcast. Hosted by Diego Traglia and Aaron Davis, each episode breaks down what you really need to know, minus the jargon and fluff. From pricing pitfalls to selling strategies, negotiation tips to buyer traps — we keep it real, practical, and straight to the point. Real talk for real decisions. New episodes weekly.
Real Estate. Explained Simply. Whether you’re buying your first home, selling your tenth, or just trying to make sense of the market, Cut to the Chase is your go-to real estate podcast. Hosted by Diego Traglia and Aaron Davis, each episode breaks down what you really need to know, minus the jargon and fluff. From pricing pitfalls to selling strategies, negotiation tips to buyer traps — we keep it real, practical, and straight to the point. Real talk for real decisions. New episodes weekly.

Some agents make it effortless for investors to buy. Others kill the deal without even realising it. Ilse shares the best—and worst—agent experiences she’s seen lately, plus the one piece of advice every agent needs if they want repeat investor business. Real stories, real mistakes, and practical lessons you can use tomorrow.
Timestamps:
0:00 – Introduction
2:00 – Listening and Genuine Service
3:30 – Going the Extra Mile
4:45 – Communication and Care
5:52 – The Importance of Listening and Clarity
8:40 – Using Data and AI Tools like ChatGPT
10:45 – Final Thoughts
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