Forward One Podcast

Welcome to the very first episode of F1REcast. I’m Paul Mark Morris, and I’m excited to launch this podcast alongside my co-host, Josh Spitzen. Together, we’ll be having real conversations with top professionals to uncover what drives their success — and today, we’re starting strong with Bart Tipton.

Bart is one of the top real estate agents in Bakersfield, and what really stands out about him isn't just his numbers, but his mindset, his work ethic, and the genuine care he has for his clients and his community. In this episode, Bart shares his journey from pharmacist to agent, how he lost $60,000 in his first year, and why door-knocking 80 homes a day helped him build a thriving, referral-based business.

We also talk marketing, pricing strategies, and why authenticity and community impact are at the core of everything Bart does. This conversation sets the tone for what F1REcast is all about — learning from people who’ve built extraordinary businesses by staying true to who they are.

Enjoy the episode, and welcome to F1REcast.


Timestamps
00:00:00 Welcome to F1REcast
00:02:54 Bart Tipton’s Journey to Real Estate
00:05:06 Team Structure and Production Numbers
00:07:20 Listings vs. Buyers
00:09:46 Going Door-to-Door
00:13:30 Initial Challenges
00:17:56 Building a Sphere
00:21:38 Becoming a Neighborhood Expert
00:25:05 Making Your Listings Stand Out
00:29:50 Building Long-Term Client Relationships
00:33:09 Mindset, Rejection, and Consistency
00:36:43 Client Follow-Up
00:39:46 Community Events and Marketing Impact
00:45:10 Growth Mindset and Long-Term Vision
00:48:40 Setting Big Goals
00:56:50 Personal Legacy and Final Reflections
01:02:00 F1RE Round

What is Forward One Podcast?

Welcome to the Forward One Podcast, where top realtors come to sharpen their edge and out-close the competition every single time.

Hosted by Paul Mark Morris, New York Times best-selling author and CEO of Keller Williams Forward Living, and Josh Spitzen, CEO of Keller Williams Beverly Hills, this podcast brings you insider knowledge from some of the biggest names in real estate. Each episode features top-producing agents, marketing experts, and industry leaders who share their strategies, success stories, and game-changing insights.

If you’re a realtor looking to level up, the Forward One Podcast is your secret weapon. Tune in, take notes, and ignite your real estate success.

Stay ahead. Stay Forward.