The Real Shift: The Real Broker Podcast

In this episode of The Real Shift Podcast, Templeton Walker and Kristen Cantrell sit down with Ryan Zook, a top-producing agent and leader in the DC metro area. Ryan shares his 23-year real estate journey, why he left Keller Williams, and the factors that led him to join Real. He opens up about building a network of 2,700 agents in just three years, the power of revenue share, and how Real’s fintech tools like Real Wallet are changing the game for agents. Tune in to hear Ryan’s vision for the future, his advice for agents who want to grow, and why he believes Real is the right bus for long-term financial freedom.

Show Notes:

  • Ryan Zook shares his 23-year journey from Long & Foster to Keller Williams — and why he ultimately chose Real.
  • The key differences between eXp and Real that shaped his decision.
  • How Ryan built a network of 2,700 agents in just three years without “recruiting breath.”
  • Real’s fintech innovation, including Real Wallet, and how it helps agents operate like true business owners.
  • Ryan’s vision for the explosive growth ahead and why he believes Real is the “right bus” for long-term wealth and freedom.

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Co-Host: @heykristencantrell

Co-Host: @Templeton_walker

Guest: @ryanzook

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What is The Real Shift: The Real Broker Podcast?

Real, Raw & Relatable With Kristen Cantrell & Templeton Walker — two agents who ditched the old-school rules, built freedom through Real Broker, and are bringing you the real, unfiltered stories no one else is telling.