The Oakwyn Podcast (Morgan Browne and Michael Uy)

The angelic Jacqueline Adler joins us on our 70th episode! Jackie shares how she was encouraged to take a leap into real estate, getting clients by being authentic and genuine and how she feels empowered when contributing to our community. 

Michael Uy, Morgan Browne, and The Podfather share strategies for building a referral-based real estate business. They discuss trust, communication, memorable client experiences, and using social media. Tune in for tips on turning satisfied clients into loyal advocates.

We're finally recording (physically) together again!

This week, our hosts give us the step by step Oakwyn-method of winning a multiple offer through thorough preparation, rapport building, upfront communication & presentation. 

Micheal Uy is joined by Oakwynite of the year 2023 Elaine Andrews as they continue their discussion on Elaines real estate career, including working with family and how she came to become an Oakwynite!

Host Michael Uy is joined by our producer Brayden, the Podfather, in this week's episode as they discuss how to find the right people to maintain (or elevate) the level of customer service for your growing business so you can go from being a one-man show to a rockstar band!

Say hello to Oakwynite, Pino Cusati! An avid supporter of all things Oakwyn, tune in to hear his origin story; from his parents immigrating here from Italy to working in different areas of real estate while dealing with family and personal crises for the past three decades.

In this week’s episode, hosts Michael Uy, Morgan Browne, and the Podfather explore the current political climate with our neighbours down south, and expired real estate listings. Tune in for insights to help you capitalize on this valuable resource!

As we start a new quarter this year, co-hosts Michael & Morgan reflect on the goals they've set for 2022 and the iniatives they've made so far to achieve them. Tune in to listen to some tips on how to track your progess as individuals and with your teams!

An OG Oakwynite, Andrew Wan, joins co-hosts Michael Uy & Morgan Browne on this week's episode and discusses his career in the presale industry. With his wealth of experience in presale transactions and establishing relationships with developers, Andrew will be using his expertise as Oakwyn’s new Director of Business Development! Tune in to learn more about his role and how he can help you get exclusive deals in upcoming developments through the Oakwyn Presale Advantage.

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On-the-go and need inspiration for more buyer leads? Tune in to hear co-hosts Morgan & Michael offer five fast and fun tips on how to meet new buyers!

Feeling stressed out and need a distraction from reality? Is reality TV your guilty pleasure? Michael & Morgan share their thoughts on real estate-based reality shows and if they shine a positive or negative light on the industry!

In this episode, host Michael and producer Brayden (the Podfather) discuss how someone can get into podcasting! They discuss what you need to get started and how this format works as a great window to showcase your personality.

Cam Walker joins us from the North Shore for our 54th episode! We discuss how he and his partner developed REACH CRM and the interesting path that led him to Real Estate.

With the Bank of Canada's recent announcement of the increase in interest rate, co-hosts Michael & Morgan discuss their opinons on how this will affect the real estate market. They also provide tips on understanding inflation, how to identify the impact this will have on your clients and how to tackle the current market!

In this episode, Michael and Morgan chat candidly about the benefits and drawbacks of joining a Real Estate team. Tune in to find out how to avoid having your business turn into a Shakespearean tragedy!

They're back! Co-hosts Morgan Browne and Michael Uy reflect on new parenthood and on the real estate market. They also give tips on how to plan, whether as an individual or with your team, for the future.

In the second part of their conversation, Pino shares how anxiety can be so detrimental to your career and how he has managed his own personal struggles with it, the life changes he's made, and his journey at Oakwyn and the connections he's made with fellow Oakwynites. Hear how he's inspired co-hosts Michael & Morgan!

Like the sun coming out after weeks of rain, the real estate market is shining bright! As the market is shifting, tune in to for some quick tips & tricks as your clients go into multiple offer situations.

Denny of Garbutt + Dumas joins us on the Oakwyn Podcast! Tune in to part 1 and hear all about Denny's journey from having dreams of playing basketball professionally to becoming one of the Top 1% of realtors in the GVA, using social media as the ultimate marketing strategy, and how G+D collaborate as a team.

In this episode, we discuss a topic very relevant in today's market, How to Deal with Buyer Fatigue.  Morgan & Michael get into how to create realistic expectations and the right mindset for buyers struggling in the rat race of Multiple Offers.

In this episode of the Oakwyn Podcast, we dive deep into ways to scale your real estate business. Are you ready to establish your brand before expanding? How consistent is your income, and what steps can you take to improve it? Find out in this week's episode!

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Michael Uy continues the conversation with Arlene Chiang, C.O.O + Co-Founder and a licensed Managing Broker for over 8 years, as they discuss the role and importance of a Managing Broker and shifting the perception in the real estate industry. Shout out to our superstar Managing Broker team for their continuous support of Oakwynites!

Listen to some tips on how to track your numbers with co-hosts Morgan Browne & Michael Uy while sipping on some tequila to stay warm! They share how they track a multitude of items including listings vs. sales, closing ratio, and volume of business during the year so you can plan vacation time.

In the second episode of our WOO series, we have the third amigo! Enjoy this laugh filled episode with Oakwyn Co-Founder, C.O.O. and Managing Broker Arlene Chiang! The three partners discuss strong women in their lives, family dynamics, and their journey together this past year.

It's our 55th episode and the first of our WOO (Women of Oakwyn) series for 2021! Kicking things off, we have a truly inspiring Oakwynite, Gina Bourne! Gina opens up on her start in real estate, the lessons she's learned along the way, and how she balances motherhood along with a successful career.

It's International Women's Day! WOO! We have a special Co-Host, Oakwyn's President, Arlene Chiang joins Morgan Browne to celebrate on this week's episode to discuss this year's theme for International Women's Day #BreakingTheBias

In our tenth episode, our hosts discuss Real Estate Teams; the benefits, challenges, and the lessons they've learned over the years on building a successful team. 

In our 29th episode, our hosts sit down with our in-house Financial Planner, Alison Setton!

Financial awareness has been on the forefront of many of our minds during COVID, so Alison discusses how to accomplish your financial goals, protect your income, & create monetary security. 

In this week's episode, Michael & Morgan discuss the current climate and factors that may have an effect on our local B.C. market and how to work with it.

Managing Broker & Owner, Jenny Wun is back on this week's episode after the grand opening of Oakwyn Northwest! Jenny talks about her dreams of opening her own office coming true, coaching and mentoring agents and her new financial-planning sessions called 'the Backseat CEO.' Tune in to hear more about the Oakwyn Northwest community!

Objection handling, whether in the workplace or personal life, we all face them. In this week's episode, we discuss how our Oakwyn leaders define objection and how to move forward.

This episode opens with an update on how everyone is doing & some lessons coming through from COVID-19. Our hosts then move on to a socioeconomic discussion on millennial trends & the power of technology in business.

There's also a new section called 3 key takeaways, for this week we give 3 key takeaways for communicating with millennials!

In this week's episode, co-hosts Michael Uy and Morgan Browne get deep and personal about the homes they grew up in and how their family dynamics have influenced the way they have purchased their own homes. Tune in to hear some tips on how to purchase your own principal residence as a real estate agent!

In this episode of The Oakwyn Podcast, Michael and Morgan unpack five strategies for generating new leads. Join them as they break down innovative techniques and proven methods to attract potential buyers and sellers, helping you elevate your business. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, this episode offers valuable insights to supercharge your lead generation efforts.

Co-hosts Michael Uy and Morgan Browne continue on the wonderful conversation with the down-to-earth Robin Bardon and we get hear more about his experiences as an investor and home-buyer. They also discuss developing smart financial habits, helping team members attain the success they're working towards and taking care of your own well-being.

Bing Bing Bong! In this week's episode, our hosts Michael & Morgan discuss how agents can advise their clients on when to upgrade their residential and/or investment properties and provide homeowners with key takeaways on when the right time is for an upgrade. 

Introducing the newest addition to our superstar Managing Broker team, Oakwynite Sam Juergens! Supportive, knowledgeable and quick-witted, Sam is a terrific addition to our team. Learn more about his unique background and his journey into real estate!

We are in the Fraser Valley! Michael and Morgan discuss the opening of our brand new office in Langley, the journey of opening the office and how they are both office people.

Michael Uy discusses how to win with listing presentations, and shares how his tricks are to always be overly prepared, confident and get all the decisions makers together.

We have a very special guest this week, Top Producing Oakwynite, Adina Dragasanu!  Sit back and hear her surprising and inspiring story from coming over to Canada from Romania, her humbling start in Real Estate and on to hitting those pivotal changes that launched her successful team. #WOO

Congratulations to Oakwyn Northwest celebrating their 1 year anniversary! Jenny Wun, Owner and Managing Broker of ONW, is back on the podcast to reflect on the past year. Tune in to hear some insightful and powerful conversations about the growth of ONW and doing things out of the ordinary to evolve as individuals.

Choosing to be a real estate agent instead of a superstar at 19, Marites's journey in the industry is one you want to hear about. Tune in to hear how she found her niche in the Fraser Valley market, her tips on time-managing and the importance of coaching & mentoring. If you'd like to find out more about our new office opening in Latimer Heights, Langley, reach out to Marites, our Director of Agent Development for Oakwyn Fraser Valley!

It's almost that time of year for prime listing season and co-hosts Michael & Morgan discuss key takeaways for listing presentations! Tune in for some pro-tips on how to prepare, understand your clients and what to take with you to a listing presentation.

The journey continues! In this exciting revisit, we dive deeper into the incredible story behind Oakwyn Realty's rise to success. Join us as we unpack key moments, challenges, and triumphs that shaped Oakwyn into what it is today.

Back from your summer vacations and ready to get back to business? Tune into this week's episode as co-hosts Michael & Morgan discuss Bank of Canada's announcement of holding interest rates and how that's going to affect the housing market.

In our 37th episode, we discuss the challenging topic of Dealing with Difficult Clients. Our hosts give us their learned tips and tricks for vetting clients, setting up expectations and building confidence.

Michael and Morgan discuss how you can use your down-time to stay productive and put together a game plan for routinely reaching out to the various categories of potential clients.

Michael Uy and Morgan Browne discuss the importance of Marketing and Prospecting, regardless of which avenue you decide to take. Knowing your personal brand, being consistent and most importantly patience will help you get to where you wish to be.

Whether you're reading or listening to an audiobook, tune into this week's episode to hear Michael & Morgan's essential books to elevate your mindset and your business!

With the holiday season around the corner, Morgan & Michael discuss client events - how they can help your business and tips on how to pull off an event at any size or budget.

Join Co-Hosts Micheal and Morgan as they discuss Micheals team updates, Morgan's journey giving up coffee and how they use social media as an asset in Real Estate.

In this episode, Morgan interviews Michael! Get to know Oakwyn's co-founder and CEO; how he started in the biz and his main motivators throughout his career. The duo go on to talk about goal setting techniques that they use in their careers & life.

How do you know what makes a good coach, and how do you find the right one for you? On this week's podcast, Morgan, Michael, and the podfather discuss coaching, their experiences with personal growth, and how to handle your accountability in learning.

You never know who you're going to run into at any given moment so tune in to hear tips from co-hosts Michael & Morgan on how to put your best foot forward to attain and retain your clients!

The 2022 General Local Elections are on October 15th!

Co-hosts Michael & Morgan discuss the significance of voting and how it affects real estate, from affordable housing to livability. Excersise your right to vote in your municipality and visit https://elections.bc.ca/local-elections/elector-organizations/ to learn more about this upcoming election!

Listen in on what's going on in the lives of our co-hosts, Michael & Morgan; from home renos to keeping positive thoughts and vibes, chill out with us with a refreshing drink and some corn nuts!

Just beginning your journey as a new agent? Tune in and listen to co-hosts Michael & Morgan's first days as real estate agents and the key takeaways they've learned to build their businesses.

From creating an inviting atmosphere to effectively engaging with potential buyers, cohosts Michael & Morgan cover everything you need to know to elevate your open house game. Tune in and unlock the key to Open House Mastery!

Having trouble staying committed to your New Years' resolutions? Tune in to get tips from co-hosts Michael & Morgan on how to stay motivated to maintain habits!

Co-hosts Michael & Morgan talk all things Expectations! As the market shifts, learn about setting and managing expectations to best support your clients. Tune in for the key questions to always ask your clients!

This week we have some special guests, Johnnie & Brandon from Onikon! Morgan & Michael get to know the backstory of Onikon, how it's evolved and discuss Onikon's dedication to innovative service!

Tune in to this week's mini episode to get co-hosts Michael Uy & Morgan Browne's Top 3 Recommendations for resources to Pursue Growth and Learning to help kick off the new year!

Reviving one of our most popular episodes, tune in to learn everything you'll need to know about lead generation!

Michael Uy and Morgan Browne discuss the importance of being sensitive, patient and having good planning when it comes to working with clients who are downsizing.

Feeling low and unmotivated? Co-hosts Michael & Morgan share their ways of boosting their self-confidence to get them in the right mindset for the busy spring market!

Gearing up for a busy listing market in the fall season, co-hosts Michael Uy & Morgan Browne discuss key points you need to hit for a listing presentation, including what to add to your Seller's Guide.

In this episode of The Oakwyn Podcast, hosts Michael Uy and Morgan Browne delve into the ins and outs of Oakwyn University, a program designed for real estate agents to gain foundational skills and professional development.

In honour of our WOO (Women of Oakwyn) virtual event this Thursday, we have our final episode of the WOO series with a very special guest, Jenny Wun! Get to know this incredible member of our community and learn about her experience as the powerhouse West One team leader and her thoughts on women in real estate!

With an unexpected busy spring market upon us, co-hosts Michael & Morgan discuss all the market updates including well-priced properties being in high demand and changing immigration, inflation and unemployment rates.

As we near the end of 2021, co-hosts Michael Uy and Morgan Browne discuss the success of our Oakwynites and the thriving and resilient Vancouver real estate market over the past year. They also provide helpful tips on how to connect with clients over the holidays.

With the announcement of Oakwyn's Pursue Growth & Learning Seminar with Ryan Serhant, successful real estate agent in NYC and star of multiple TV shows, hosts Morgan Browne and Michael Uy talk about role models and how they can shape your values and behaviours. 

The new year is approaching fast and co-hosts Michael Uy & Morgan Browne are here to give their predictions for the local real estate market! Based on trends in community development and personal investment decisions, tune in to find out what they forecast for 2022!

Managing Broker, Eric Grant, joins host Michael Uy on this week's episode to discuss how to build better relationships with your clients! Tune in to listen to Eric's tips and techniques on connecting with your clients on a personal level, finding common interests to relate to, and making them feel comfortable and gaining their trust by being your genuine self.

Join Micheal Uy and Morgan Browne as they discuss 5 simple steps on how you can maintain your relationships by nurturing your data base!

Jenny Wun is back on this week's episode to announce Oakwyn Realty North West! 'The Queen of Burnaby' and a pillar of the Oakwyn community, Jenny will be an incredible leader to ensure the success for the new office space. Tune in to hear more about her personal and professional experiences and contact her to learn more about the new office!

Met an unrepresented buyer at an open house that you're hosting? Or maybe a potential buyer reached out to you through your online lead generation? Tune into this week's episode to get tips from co-hosts Michael & Morgan on how to build rapport and demonstrating value with unrepresented buyers!

Our new office in the North Shore is opening VERY soon! In the meantime, listen to our hosts, Morgan Browne & Michael Uy, talk about all things renovations and what upgrades will increase the value of a home. Bonus: catch a glimpse of Michael's musical talent! 

In this episode, our hosts discuss the important decision of How to Choose Your Real Estate Brokerage! Morgan & Michael dive into 5 important factors that help you determine if a brokerage is right for you. In addition, they offer a handful of extra tips for the interview process.

Get to know the gentleman that is Eric Grant! Eric brings a unique set of knowledge to our Managing Broker Team with his background in construction, acting, professional development, and of course real estate. Sit back and listen to his story and the lessons he's learned along the way!

With the popularity of ChatGPT and other AI software, co-hosts Michael & Morgan explore the pros and cons of utilizing AI in your real estate business needs!

Joining Michael & Morgan this week is none other than superstar Managing Broker, Michelle Adams! Having been an Oakwynite since she got her real estate license, tune in to hear her journey towards becoming a Managing Broker who has always been a huge support in our community.

In this episode, we talk about the good, the bad, & what we're currently up to during COVID-19. 

The hosts give an update on how they are continuing to stay healthy, reflective, and informed. Our hosts then go on to give a birds eye view of the Vancouver real estate market & the current factors that are working both for & against us.

In this episode, we have a special guest, Oakwynite Steve Saretsky! Our hosts discuss with Steve his experiences on communicating publicly & building a strong digital presence.

This spooky season, co-hosts Michael & Morgan will be sharing real estate horror stories submitted by Oakwynites! Tune in to hear these horrific, yet hilarious, experiences and the suggestions given by Michael and Morgan to avoid these nightmares!

Come with us on a trip down memory lane this holiday season, as we dig through the archives of the Michael Uy Podcast to bring you the origin story of Oakwyn Realty. Tune in next week for the thrilling conclusion!

Cheers to KPI's! Co-Hosts Michael & Morgan discuss the importance of setting your goals and measuring them in an effective way.

In this episode, we start with a life update on Michael's wedding! The episode then goes on to something very important to our hosts, Goal Setting! They discuss their own experiences with goal setting and break down the elements to set someone up for successfully setting goals.

On this Valentine's Day episode, Morgan and Michael talk about all the different types of love and relationships! Tune in to find out their thoughts to this question - is love a feeling or a choice?

Join Michael Uy, The Podfather, and featured Oakwynite Eric Grant, as they dive into the impact of politics on Canada’s housing market. Could political changes shape a stronger market by 2025? Tune in to find out.

After verdicts have been handed for class-action lawsuits about realtor commissions in certain US states, co-hosts Michael & Morgan discuss commissions earned in other parts of the world and how they compare to commissions earned in BC.

On our 43rd episode, Morgan & Michael open up in a deep discussion on the big personal & professional lessons of 2020. They then go on to discuss some of the bigger lessons for Oakwyn from the year.

Now that you've heard what to do with cold leads, we're turning up the temperature to discuss warm leads! Co-hosts Michael & Morgan advise on how to build rapport with your sphere of influence and referrals so you can fulfill their real estate needs.

Working on not being a Workaholic! Co-host Michael and Morgan share their tips to avoiding burnout with a good work-life balance.

This week, Michael and Morgan reveal how they met their significant others over a glass of wine.

Our hosts then delve into the details of how they each create and maintain a happy work-life balance, before offering some advice on how you can do the same.

In this episode, we have a special guest, the Director of Antisocial Solutions, Daryl Louie! Our hosts discuss Oakwyn's long standing relationship with Antisocial Solutions, Daryl's inspiring entrepreneurial journey, & the fast evolving world of social media. 

From Exclusive Relationships to Exclusive Buyers Agency... In this episode, Michael Uy and Special Guest co-host Eric Grant, discuss how they met their partners, as a correlation to how and why you should use Exclusive Buyers Agency.

In this episode, we have a special guest, our HQ in-house Mortgage Broker Sherlock Yam! Michael and Morgan get the inside scoop on  the world of mortgages and are offered realtor specific tips from the expert. 

In our podcast this week, join us as we explore the traits and strategies of the success we've seen in our agents and the real estate community.

This week's mini-episode is all about 2022's Theme of the Year! After commemorating the success of our Oakwynites at our awards event, Oakwyn Sales Kick Off, co-hosts Michael Uy & Morgan Browne discuss what the Theme of the Year, Evolve, means to them and how you can best practice 'evolving' personally & professionally.

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