People, Not Titles

About People, Not Titles

Welcome to the People, Not Titles Podcast, where we delve into the inspiring stories and experiences of real estate professionals and entrepreneurs. Join us as we shine a light on their journeys, successes, and challenges, giving voice to their brand and story. Get ready to be motivated, learn valuable insights, and be inspired to turn your own dreams into reality. Tune in to the People, Not Titles podcast and let these remarkable individuals ignite your entrepreneurial spirit!

Publisher

Stephen Kaempf

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

28 May 2020

Latest episode

12 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

1 of 199 episodes have a transcript.

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   12 Oct 2026

   Why Buyers Are FINALLY Gaining Leverage in Real Estate

   In this episode of Market Trends, hosts Steve Kaempf and Matt Lombardi break down the latest economic news, real estate data, and industry headlines shaping the housing market locally and nationally. From sticky inflation figures and shifting employment trends to the impending "Silver Tsunami" of home inventory, we dive deep into what these changes mean for buyers, sellers, and real estate professionals. Plus, we analyze the cost gap between buying and renting across major US cities and discuss why Chicago remains a unique sweet spot. 📌 In this episode, we cover: Economic & Job Market Updates: Breakdown of the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, gas price spikes, core inflation drops, and September's nonfarm payroll data. Buyer Leverage Shift: Insights from the Q3 Zudellio Resi Club survey showing 74% of agents reporting a shift toward buyer leverage nationwide. The "Silver Tsunami": Realtor.com’s project on 13.9 million boomer-owned homes entering the market between 2026 and 2036—and why it won't solve the starter home shortage. Failed Brokerage Mergers: Why Fathom Holdings and Neighborhood Intelligence (Bed Bath & Beyond) called off their planned merger. Renting vs. Buying Gap: A breakdown of the $936 national "buyer premium" and why Chicago’s lower cost gap keeps its real estate market strong and competitive. SERHANT. Expands to Illinois: Celebrity broker Ryan Serhant launches in Illinois with a roster of top-producing local agents. Viewer Mail: Answering your questions on making 5-year mortgage rate predictions amidst market uncertainty. Full episodes available at www.peoplenottitles.comPeople, Not Titles podcast is hosted by Steve Kaempf and is dedicated to lifting up professionals in the real estate and business community. Our inspiration is to highlight success principles of our colleagues. Our Success Series covers principles of success to help your thrive! Website: http://peoplenottitles.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@peoplenottitles/videos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peoplenottitles/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-kaempf-b66a8013/ X: https://x.com/sjkaempf Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/1uu5kTvBhxsbgjskQS1SXK

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   8 Oct 2026

   The Hidden Power of Rehumanizing Sales in an AI World with Tim Hooper

   What if the fastest way to grow your business is not doing more, but using AI to get your life back? Tim Hooper makes the case that the real opportunity right now is not another tool, platform, or hustle tactic—it is learning how to become a more human, more focused connector in a noisy world.On this episode of People Not Titles, host Stephen Kaempf sits down with Tim Hooper, senior vice president at Fidelity National Financial and founder of Energy for Sales, for a wide-ranging conversation about career growth, sales, leadership, and the mindset shift that changed everything for him. Tim shares how a military-brat upbringing, early responsibility, and years of hands-on work shaped the systems-first approach that helped him open more than 150 automotive accounts, build sales playbooks, and eventually move into title insurance.You'll hear how Tim went from a $7.20-an-hour job to running budgets, building SOPs, and asking the question that kept opening new doors: “Will this move me closer to sales?” He breaks down the habits that actually create momentum for young professionals, why initiative beats waiting for permission, and how the bonus mindset helped him reframe stress, grief, and caregiving after personal loss and his wife's cancer journey.Tim also gives a practical preview of the AI session he'll bring to Land Trust Palooza, including why most people are drowning in noise, what work should be delegated to technology, and what should never be handed over. You'll discover how AI can help you automate the back end, sharpen your follow-up, and free yourself to do the one thing tech cannot replace—build trust, create real connection, and tell a better story.Stephen and Tim also get real about identity, loyalty, boundaries, productivity, and why the next generation may be more ready than ever for authentic leadership. If you are a sales professional, entrepreneur, title or mortgage leader, or simply someone trying to grow without burning out, this conversation delivers both perspective and practical takeaways.Perfect for anyone who wants to work smarter, stay grounded, and leave with more energy, more clarity, and a better way to show up for the people who matter most.Full episodes available at www.peoplenottitles.comPeople, Not Titles podcast is hosted by Steve Kaempf and is dedicated to lifting up professionals in the real estate and business community. Our inspiration is to highlight success principles of our colleagues.Our Success Series covers principles of success to help your thrive!Website: http://peoplenottitles.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@peoplenottitles/videosInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/peoplenottitles/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-kaempf-b66a8013/ X: https://x.com/sjkaempfSpotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/1uu5kTvBhxsbgjskQS1SXK

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   5 Oct 2026

   Seller Impersonation Fraud Is Rising—What Realtors Need to Watch For

   Chicago is outperforming the country on home prices, mortgage rates may be heading lower over the next five years, and title fraud is getting more sophisticated. If you buy, sell, invest, or advise clients in real estate, this episode explores the numbers, risks, and talking points to keep in mind.Steve and Matt break down the latest market trends, including Chicago’s home-price performance and what inflation means for real returns. They also discusses a five-year mortgage-rate forecast and how it could shape decisions about waiting to buy, refinancing, and choosing between a 30-year mortgage and an adjustable-rate mortgage.In this episode, you’ll hear about:Why the 10-year Treasury matters for mortgage pricingBull and bear scenarios for mortgage rates through 2031How to approach the “I’ll just wait” mindset with clientsThe opportunities and risks of tapping home equitySeller impersonation fraud—and warning signs to watch forRecent housing data from Illinois and WisconsinWhat shrinking inventory could mean for Chicago-area home pricesPotential uses for AI in real estate beyond listing descriptions and social postsThe conversation also covers ALTA’s fraud study, how title companies are responding to spoofed contact information and deepfake voices, and why choosing a trusted title partner matters. Plus, Steve and Matt respond to a listener question about AI’s untapped potential for real estate professionals.Full episodes available at www.peoplenottitles.comPeople, Not Titles podcast is hosted by Steve Kaempf and is dedicated to lifting up professionals in the real estate and business community. Our inspiration is to highlight success principles of our colleagues.Our Success Series covers principles of success to help your thrive!Website: http://peoplenottitles.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@peoplenottitles/videosInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/peoplenottitles/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-kaempf-b66a8013/ X: https://x.com/sjkaempfSpotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/1uu5kTvBhxsbgjskQS1SXK

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Episode 97 - Faisal Hoque - Author of "Transcend - Unlocking Humanity in the Age of AI"

Published 7 Apr 2025 · Transcript excerpt

[…] So if you start now having self -driving cars and you have, you know, fast food automated order takers, order takers and the kids who had their first jobs in McDonald's and Taco Bells and jacking the box, what happens? So this is the philosophical question. So are we outsourcing humanity to a new species? Are we getting, you know, we're forgetting that there is a there is a economic and psychological and social impact when you look at over automation and connection over connection between the over automation and and joblessness and social behavioral pattern. Right. So that's the so that's the, you know, that the philosophical debate. […]

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