Cory Wall and Kristin Janes sit down with Madison Ward to talk about what creates real momentum in real estate. Madison shares how she built a high-volume business with her sister by dividing roles, using “set it and forget it” systems, and protecting her schedule with time blocks. She also calls out two major professionalism problems in the industry and gives real advice for agents struggling through tough seasons. This episode is a practical roadmap for staying consistent, building long-term growth, and keeping your business running even when everything gets chaotic.

🎧 Hosted by: Cory Wall & Kristin Janes

🎙 Guest: Madison Ward

Madison Ward is a licensed real estate agent with Corcoran Icon Properties based in Arnold, California. She holds a business and finance degree from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo (2017) and began her career as an office manager in her family’s brokerage before transitioning into agent work, specializing in luxury and investment properties in a rural mountain market.

💡 What You’ll Hear:

✔️ How Madison went from finance degree to full-time real estate fast

✔️ The lead sources that consistently drive transactions

✔️ Why systems matter more than motivation

✔️ Time blocking and calendar habits that protect your day

✔️ How to scale with a teammate without losing your life

✔️ Why professional photography is non-negotiable

✔️ How adversarial agent behavior ruins transactions

✔️ Why momentum takes years, and how to survive long enough to win

✔️ The power of transparency, consistency, and marketing your wins

📇 Connect with Madison Ward

🌐 Website → https://arnoldcaliforniahomes.com/

🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/madison-ward-235896a7

🎙 Follow Cory & Kristin:

📷 Cory’s Instagram → instagram.com/corywallrealestate

🔗 Cory’s LinkedIn → linkedin.com/in/cory-wall-85a327110

📷 Kristin’s Instagram → instagram.com/kejanes62

🔗 Kristin’s LinkedIn → linkedin.com/in/janeskristin

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⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate → https://iconsofrealestate.com

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In this episode of Momentum in Real Estate, hosts Cory Wall and Kristin Janes sit down with Sunny Alexander, a West Point graduate, Army veteran, and Tampa-based real estate leader. Sunny shares how military discipline, resilience, and service shaped her approach to building a sustainable real estate business. From navigating early struggles to creating systems, managing property portfolios, and balancing family life, this conversation offers practical insight and encouragement for agents at any stage of their career.

🎧 Hosted by: Cory Wall & Kristin Janes

🎤 Featuring: Sunny Alexander

Sunny Alexander is the Broker-Owner of Red Sash Group, a veteran-owned real estate team serving Tampa Bay. A West Point graduate and former U.S. Army officer, she carries disciplined leadership and mission-focused values into her business. Ranking in the top 5% of Tampa Bay agents and a past Broker of the Year (2022).

💡 What You’ll Learn:

✔️ How military discipline translates into real estate success

✔️ Lessons from early struggles and building resilience

✔️ Why systems and consistency matter more than quick wins

✔️ Insights into property management and predictable income

✔️ Balancing business growth with family and personal priorities

✔️ Encouragement for agents navigating a challenging market

📇 Connect with : Sunny Alexander

📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/sunnylalexander

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/redsashrealty/

🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandersunny/

🎙 Follow Cory & Kristin:

📷 Cory’s Instagram → instagram.com/corywallrealestate

🔗 Cory’s LinkedIn → linkedin.com/in/cory-wall-85a327110

📷 Kristin’s Instagram → instagram.com/kejanes62

🔗 Kristin’s LinkedIn → linkedin.com/in/janeskristin

🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!

⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate → https://iconsofrealestate.com

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In this episode, Cory and Kristin welcome Nikki Balogun, a real estate broker, wealth coach, and entrepreneur dedicated to helping people build lasting wealth. Nikki shares her journey from financial advising to becoming a successful real estate entrepreneur and coach. She discusses how she created multiple streams of income, including property management, coaching, and digital products, and how faith and balance play an integral role in her growth. Nikki also gives practical advice on using AI tools in business, scaling your business, and building wealth through real estate investments.

Nikki Balogun is a real estate broker, wealth coach, and entrepreneur who has spent over 20 years in the real estate industry. As the owner of Platinum Key Realty and the founder of several companies, Nikki helps her clients get mortgage-ready, scale businesses, and confidently invest in income-producing properties. Her mission is to empower people to break financial barriers and create generational wealth.

✔️ Nikki’s journey from financial advising to becoming a real estate entrepreneur

✔️ How Nikki scaled her business using systems and tools

✔️ The importance of integrity, faith, and balance in business

✔️ How Nikki uses AI tools like ChatGPT and Perplexity for business growth

✔️ Building a successful coaching program and monetizing your knowledge

✔️ The role of reviews and referrals in growing a real estate business

✔️ Finding and retaining good talent while scaling your business

✔️ Overcoming challenges and staying focused on long-term growth

🌐 Website → http://nikkibalogun.com/

📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/mrsnikkibalogun/

📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/Nikki.Balogun

🔗 Contact → https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikki-balogun-4a848335/

🎙 Follow Cory & Kristin:

📷 Cory’s Instagram → instagram.com/corywallrealestate

🔗 Cory’s LinkedIn → linkedin.com/in/cory-wall-85a327110

📷 Kristin’s Instagram → instagram.com/kejanes62

🔗 Kristin’s LinkedIn → linkedin.com/in/janeskristin

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⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate → https://iconsofrealestate.com

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