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Real Talk, Rates and Repeat

Hosted by Gary and Queeny · business · EN

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G&Q: Rates, Real Talk and RepeatHosted by Gary Lai and Queeny DuongJoin Gary and Queeny—two seasoned real estate professionals with over 20 years of experience—as they break down the housing market, mortgage trends, and the real estate world in a way that’s real, relatable, and repeat-worthy. From interest rates to industry insights, and from funny client stories to practical advice, no topic is off the table. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, a seasoned investor, or a real estate pro, this podcast will keep you informed, entertained, and ready for what’s next in the market.

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What is Real Talk, Rates and Repeat about?

G&Q: Rates, Real Talk and RepeatHosted by Gary Lai and Queeny DuongJoin Gary and Queeny, two seasoned real estate professionals with over 20 years of experience, as they break down the housing market, mortgage trends, and the real estate world in a way that’s real, relatable, and repeat-worthy.

Who hosts Real Talk, Rates and Repeat?

Real Talk, Rates and Repeat is hosted by Gary and Queeny. The show has published 19 episodes to date.

What has Real Talk, Rates and Repeat covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Who Owns the Client? The hidden risks of Private Listings" (22 October 2026, 41 minutes), "What the Heck Were We Thinking" (1 October 2026, 46 minutes), and "What they don't tell you as a new realtor." (17 September 2026, 34 minutes).

How often does Real Talk, Rates and Repeat publish?

Real Talk, Rates and Repeat publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 36 minutes across 19 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Real Talk, Rates and Repeat?

Booking probability for Real Talk, Rates and Repeat is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Real Talk, Rates and Repeat requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Real Talk, Rates and Repeat's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Real Talk, Rates and Repeat?

The strongest fits for Real Talk, Rates and Repeat are Real Estate Agents. Real Talk, Rates and Repeat has a business audience.

About the host

Gary and Queeny hosts Real Talk, Rates and Repeat, a business podcast with 19 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #8

    Who Owns the Client? The hidden risks of Private Listings

    Oct 22, 202641 minS2

    ️ WHO OWNS THE CLIENT? You worked hard to earn that client's trust. You built the relationship, answered the calls, and guided them through the process. But when private listing networks enter the picture, who really...

  • Episode #7

    What the Heck Were We Thinking

    Oct 1, 202646 minS2

    There was a time in mortgage lending when SISA, NINA, and stated-income loans were part of the everyday vocabulary — and some of the loans getting approved back then would be almost unimaginable today. In this episode...

  • Episode #6

    What they don't tell you as a new realtor.

    Sep 17, 202634 minS2

    Come listen as i sit down with 10 year realtor Gabriel Molina of the Nancy Chu Homes team. He offers some advice for the newer agents as well as share some insight into the back end of real estate transactions that we...

  • Episode #5

    The Real Cost of a Bad Tenant (And How Long It Takes to Fix It)

    Jul 30, 202654 minS2

    This week on Real Talk, Rates & Repeat, Queeny and I broke down some of the more frustrating tenant situations we've come across in our years in the business — and what landlords can actually learn from them. We talked...

  • Episode #4

    Condo Financing Is Changing — Here's What You Need to Know

    Jul 9, 20261h 2mS2

    Condo buyers, sellers, and real estate professionals — this one is for you. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac just made significant updates to how condo projects get approved for conventional financing, and the ripple effects...

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  • Episode #2

    434 Days: The Longest Coop Purchase Ever??? (An American Coop Horror Story)

    May 21, 202641 minS2

    <p>What happens when a real estate transaction stretches beyond a year — not because of the market, but because of everything that can go wrong behind the scenes?</p><p></p><p>In this episode of Real Talk, Rates &...

  • Episode #1

    Why is the bathroom door open??

    Apr 23, 202632 minS2

    <p>The first episode of season two kicks off with a discussion about the new format and the year of the horse. The Chaos Corner segment features a story about a real estate agent encountering a squatter in a property...

  • Real Talk, Rates and Repeat

    Thank you all - Season 1

    Jan 16, 20263 minS1

    <p>Thank you all so much for supporting me and Queeny on this amazing journey so far. We are going to take a short break and retool and revamp for season 2.</p><p></p><p>Click the subscribe button to get updates on when...

  • Real Talk, Rates and Repeat

    Merry Christmas to all!!

    Dec 25, 202531 minS1

    <p>We’re talking Christmas memories, favorite toys growing up, and the traditions we look forward to every year — plus a little playful banter that only happens this time of year.</p><p>It’s festive, fun, and full of...

  • Episode #7

    Episode 7 - How the Heck to balance family, work and the holiday chaos

    Dec 19, 202540 minS1

    <h2><b>Episode 7 - How the Heck do you balance Family, Work & Holiday Chaos</b></h2><p>The holiday season has a funny way of piling everything on at once — work deadlines, family obligations, client needs, and a...

  • Episode #6

    Episode 6 - What the Heck did you just buy???

    Dec 4, 202535 minS1

    <p>Holiday shopping got you acting like Jeff Bezos is personally counting on you? 😂</p><p><br />In this episode, we’re talking Amazon traps, “just one more” big-ticket buys, and how return policies are basically adult...

  • Real Talk, Rates and Repeat

    What the heck are we THANKFUL for this year.

    Nov 26, 202526 minS1

    <h2><b>Thanksgiving Special: A Little Chaos & A Lot of Gratitude</b></h2><p>This Thanksgiving, Gary and Queeny show up exactly as they are — a little chaotic, a little sarcastic, and genuinely...

  • Episode #5

    Episode 5 - When the Heck Do We Get a Break? (A Real Talk on Burnout)

    Nov 21, 202550 minS1

    <p><b>Episode: “Burnout, But Make It Healthy”</b></p><p></p><p>In this week’s episode of Real Talk, Rates & Repeat, Gary and Queeny get real about something almost every real estate professional quietly battles...

  • Episode #4

    Episode 4 - What the heck is going on with insurance premiums?

    Nov 6, 202529 minS1

    <p>Homeowners everywhere are feeling it — rising insurance premiums, shrinking coverage, and carriers pulling out of markets. But what’s really behind it all?</p><p></p><p>In this episode, Gary and Queeny sit down with...

  • Episode #3

    Episode 3 - What the Heck Will AI Do to Mortgage Jobs?

    Oct 23, 202530 minS1

    <p>Will AI really replace mortgage bankers… or just make us better?<br />In this episode, we dig into how technology is changing lending — from automation to AI underwriting — and what it means for the human touch in...

  • Episode #1

    What the heck determines my interest rate??

    Oct 9, 202527 minS1

    <p><b>Episode 1: “What the Heck Determines My Mortgage Rate?”</b><br /></p><p>Ever wonder why your neighbor brags about their low rate while yours makes you wince? 😅 In this episode, we break down what really goes into...

  • Episode #2

    WHO the heck is the FED??

    Oct 9, 202513 minS1

    <p><b>Episode 2: “Who the Heck is the FED (and Why Should I Care)?”</b></p><p><br />The Fed gets blamed (and praised) for everything — from rising rates to cheaper money — but who are they really? 🤔 We unpack what the...

  • Real Talk, Rates and Repeat

    Episode 0 - Who the heck is Queeny and Gary?

    Oct 6, 202558 minS1

    <p><b>Episode 0: Meet Your Hosts — Gary & Queeny</b></p><p></p><p>Welcome to the very first episode of Real Talk, Rates & Repeat! In this kickoff episode, your hosts <b>Gary Lai</b> and <b>Queeny Duong</b> pull back the...

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