What does it really look like to build a thriving real estate business while raising young kids?

In this episode, Kristen sits down with Allie Readyhough, a top producing agent and mom of two who closed $75M in 2025. But behind that number is a story most people do not see.

From getting her license while pregnant to working late nights and juggling childcare on the fly, Allie shares the honest reality of building during one of the busiest seasons of life.

They talk about building a business from your sphere, the pressure of being “always on,” navigating mom guilt, and the moment she realized something had to change before burnout hit.

You will also hear how she scaled from doing everything herself to hiring the right people, building a strong team culture, and finally creating space to be present at home again.

This episode is real, relatable, and a reminder that sometimes the hardest seasons are the ones that set everything up.

If you are a mom in real estate trying to grow your business without losing yourself in the process, this one is for you.

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What if you could build a wildly successful real estate business… without buying a single lead?

In this episode, I sit down with Shelby Hodges, top-producing agent, community connector, and mom of FOUR (yes, four under three ????) who’s quietly built a $38M, 85-transaction business powered entirely by relationships.

We’re diving into the real strategies behind her success, including:

• How she turned simple “pop-bys” into a scalable referral system
• The exact way she’s building a nationwide agent network (hint: it starts with a “creepy” DM)
• Why consistency and genuine connection beat hustle culture every time
• How she grew her business by 80% while working less and protecting her time as a mom
• The systems she’s refining (and the mistakes she’s owning) as she scales her team

Shelby proves that you don’t need to chase leads, you just need to show up, stay top of mind, and actually care about people.

If you’ve ever felt turned off by traditional sales tactics and want to grow your business in a way that feels natural, relational, and sustainable… this episode is your permission slip.

✨ Plus: We talk team culture, referrals from retiring agents, and how one teacher made $26K from just a few conversations.

Resources & Links:

Follow Shelby on Instagram @shelbychodges

1. Join the Facebook Community: Moms in Real Estate
2. Moms in Real Estate Referral Network: Find referral partners across the U.S.
3. Apply to Be on the Podcast
4. Follow along on Instagram @heykristencantrell & @momsinrealestate
5. Watch on YouTube
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The Rooms That Change You (And Why You Need to Be in Them)

What if the biggest shift in your business (and your life) has nothing to do with strategy… and everything to do with who you're surrounded by?

In this solo episode, I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes look at a recent mastermind retreat I invested in (yes, the one that felt scary to say yes to ????) and the unexpected takeaway that hit me harder than anything else.

We’re talking about:

• Why getting out of your “bubble” is non-negotiable
• The real ROI of retreats, events, and masterminds
• How to know if you’re missing the right people in your life
• A simple exercise to audit your support system (this one might surprise you)

Plus, I’m sharing a super real moment of coming home emotionally overwhelmed, and how leaning on the right people completely shifted everything for me in less than 24 hours.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, isolated, or just craving deeper connection… this episode is your sign.

Resources & Links:

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Looking to start a Hello Culture Chapter in your city?

1. Join the Facebook Community: Moms in Real Estate
2. Moms in Real Estate Referral Network: Find referral partners across the U.S.
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4. Follow along on Instagram @heykristencantrell & @momsinrealestate
5. Watch on YouTube
6. Subscribe to our Newsletter
7. Become a Sponsor

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Your Tax Coach // Professional Tax Accountants. We're not just saving you money, we're changing lives! @‌yourtaxcoach‌

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