Welcome to "HELP! Nobody Told Me..." where we navigate life's transitions with heart and humor. Learn with hosts Jasmine Shapiro and Shannon Johnson, Chicagoland REALTORS® and Senior Real Estate Specialists® with BHHSChicago. Join us as we delve into the world of real estate at different stages of life with an eye on your future, guided by our team including Mindy Leonard, SOS- Super Organized Spaces, a home organizer, and Jordan Kagan, The Man of Silver, specializing in sterling silver, precious metals, coins and watches.
In each episode, we'll bring you insightful interviews with various guests to help you plan for the future, whether it's your own, your parents' or anyone else in your life. From practical advice on navigating real estate transactions to discussions about the emotions that accompany change, we're here to empower and educate you on how to handle the next chapter.
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Carrie Wenzel is the founder of Trine Soul LLC and a Spiritual & Holistic Business & Marketing Coach who helps entrepreneurs build businesses that are aligned with their purpose, values, and intuition. Once a top-ranked leadership coach in the corporate world, Carrie transformed her own life after overcoming significant mental and physical health challenges, including fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. Today, she empowers others to create meaningful success by blending business strategy with spiritual growth, personal healing, and authentic leadership.
In this inspiring episode, Carrie shares how embracing a soul-aligned approach to business can lead to greater fulfillment, resilience, and impact. She also opens up about her personal healing journey, the role spirituality has played in her life, and why reconnecting with purpose can transform both our businesses and our everyday lives.
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Hosts:
Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com (mailto:sjohnson@bhhschicago.com)
Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com (mailto:jshapiro@bhhschicago.com)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ (https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine (https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine)
Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/ (https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/)
Links:
Carrie Wenzel
📧 carrie@trinesoul.com
🌐 www.trinesoul.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carriewenzel/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/carriewenzel/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trinesouleducation/ (https://www.instagram.com/trinesouleducation/)
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@trinesouleducation (https://www.tiktok.com/@trinesouleducation)
Free Soul-Aligned Business Quiz: https://www.trinesoul.com (https://www.trinesoul.com)
Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio
Edited by: Michael Collins
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2 Sept 2026
Oasis Senior Advisors Chicago North Senior Living & Resource Advisor Katie Monahan Brooks
Katie Monahan Brooks, CDP, DCS, is a Senior Living & Resource Advisor with Oasis Senior Advisors Chicago North, where she helps older adults and their families navigate some of life's most important care decisions. As a Certified Dementia Practitioner and Dementia Connection Specialist, Katie provides compassionate, personalized guidance to families exploring senior living options, in-home care, hospice services, and community resources. Whether helping with hospital discharges, crisis placements, or long-term planning, she serves as a trusted, boots-on-the-ground resource, meeting families where they are and empowering them to make informed decisions with confidence.
In this episode, Katie shares how families can determine whether aging in place is the safest option or if a move to a senior living community may be the better choice. She also discusses the key moments when real estate professionals should involve a senior advisor, and why having the right network of resources can make an overwhelming situation much more manageable. Her practical insights help families and professionals alike understand where to turn when navigating the complexities of aging and caregiving.
Subscribe, leave a review and follow us on social media…Join us next Wednesday for another episode of Help! Nobody Told Me…
Hosts:
Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com (mailto:sjohnson@bhhschicago.com)
Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com (mailto:jshapiro@bhhschicago.com)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ (https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine (https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine)
Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/ (https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/)
Links:
📞 847-401-0051
✉️ kbrooks@youroasisadvisor.com
🌐 www.oasissenioradvisors.com/chicago-north (http://www.oasissenioradvisors.com/chicago-north)
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiem1/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiem1/)
Produced by: Dave Couto with Bright Vox Audio
Edited by: Michael Collins
#shannonandjasminehomes #seniorresourceteam #helpnobodytoldme #bhhs_chicago
#bhhschicago_lakeforest #MoveConfidently #oasissenioradvisors
#seniorliving #aginginplace #dementiacare
#caregiverresources #memorycare #seniorcare
#certifieddementiapractitioner #eldercare #realestateresources
19 Aug 2026
Zillow Got It Wrong — We Prove It on the North Shore
Are online home valuations like Zillow, Homes.com, and Realtor.com costing you money? In this eye-opening episode, Shannon and Jasmine expose the hidden dangers of relying on automated home estimates—showing you exactly why Zestimates are just a starting point, not the final answer for North Shore real estate.
They break down two real-world case studies featuring comparable properties in Lincolnshire and Highland Park, Illinois. Discover how the exact same street, same builder, same model, and same square footage can yield dramatically different property values due to factors algorithms completely miss. From the condition and maintenance history to high-value location premiums (including a ranch one block from Lake Michigan), we reveal what buyers see that Zillow’s data cannot.
Learn why Zestimates feature misleading valuation ranges of $100,000–$150,000+, why "dollars per square foot" is the wrong metric for luxury and suburban homes, and why accurate pricing requires a human expert who understands local market trends. Whether you are buying or selling, this episode is essential for navigating the competitive North Shore housing market with confidence.
Tune in to learn:
The risks of trusting AVM (Automated Valuation Models) for home selling.
The truth behind Zillow’s valuation algorithm and its limitations.
How location, upgrades, and maintenance impact actual home values.
A shocking Highland Park case that flips the script on online estimates.
Why professional home appraisals and real estate agents are vital for accurate property valuation.
Don't list your home until you listen to this episode!
🔑 Thinking about selling?
We'd love to walk through your home, evaluate what the algorithms can't see, and give you an honest picture of what buyers will pay — not six months from now, but today.
👉 Schedule your free home valuation:
https://findyourvalue.bhhschicago.com (https://findyourvalue.bhhschicago.com)...
Hosts:
Shannon Johnson sjohnson@bhhschicago.com (mailto:sjohnson@bhhschicago.com)
Jasmine Shapiro jshapiro@bhhschicago.com (mailto:jshapiro@bhhschicago.com)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/ (https://www.instagram.com/shannonandjasmine/)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine (https://www.facebook.com/shannonandjasmine)
Website: https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/ (https://shannonandjasmine.bhhschicago.com/)
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