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Real Estate, For Real

Hosted by Eric Pedigo
5.0 63 episodes Agent Career Growth

Real Estate, For Real is a real estate podcast hosted by Eric Pedigo, one of the top-producing independent Realtors in Central Illinois. The show takes an honest, unfiltered look at what life in real estate is actually l…

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About Real Estate, For Real

Real Estate, For Real is a real estate podcast hosted by Eric Pedigo, one of the top-producing independent Realtors in Central Illinois. The show takes an honest, unfiltered look at what life in real estate is actually like — moving beyond polished highlight reels to share the real experiences of working professionals in the industry. Each episode is a candid conversation that reflects the day-to-day realities agents, buyers, and sellers face.

Eric sits down with a wide range of real estate industry guests — fellow agents, brokers, and other professionals — to discuss their personal journeys, memorable transactions, and hard-won lessons. Topics span agent success strategies, navigating difficult client situations, building a sustainable real estate career, handling the emotional side of transactions, and practical advice for buyers and sellers. Episode titles like "Keep Pushing," "You're Gonna Look Stupid," and "There is No Retirement" reflect the show's honest, human tone and its focus on resilience and professional growth.

Real Estate, For Real is ideal for real estate agents at any stage of their career who want authentic perspective rather than generic advice, as well as buyers and sellers in Central Illinois looking to understand what working with a Realtor truly involves. Listeners who appreciate straightforward storytelling and peer-to-peer industry insight will find this real estate podcast a practical and relatable resource. New and experienced agents alike can draw on the guest conversations to sharpen their approach to agent success and client service.

Topics Covered

Agent success strategies Independent Realtor career advice Real estate transaction stories Buyer and seller guidance Building a real estate career Navigating difficult client situations Central Illinois real estate market Real estate industry guest interviews Resilience in real estate Real estate professional development Selling before buying strategies Work-life balance for agents

Listen to the Latest Episode

"Is This SkyNet?"

5.0 Published Oct 9, 2026

Joey Moughan joins me this week to talk about all of different hats he manages to wear while also being a Realtor. Whether he's racing cars, flying planes, selling houses, or painting them, he always has something going on. We cover how racing as a kid led to becoming a pilot, and how flipping houses led to becoming a Realtor. We also get into the market shi…

Meet Eric Pedigo

Eric Pedigo

Eric Pedigo

Real Estate Broker
🏠 Top Producing Independent Realtor 🎧 Real Estate Podcast Host

Eric Pedigo is one of the top producing independent Realtors in Central Illinois and a Real Estate Broker at The Real Estate Group. Based in Glenarm, Illinois, Eric has established himself as a respected professional in the Central Illinois real estate market.

As a real estate podcast host, Eric launched Real Estate, For Real to share authentic insights about the industry. Each episode features Eric sitting down with another member of the Real Estate Industry to talk about what life in Real Estate is really like. They share stories of their experiences, plus offer advice to help listeners in their Real Estate transactions. The podcast covers practical topics including selling your home, choosing to sell on your own vs hiring a Realtor, and how to select the right agent, as well as the importance of presentation, marketing, and pricing.

Eric's approach focuses on providing genuine, practical guidance to both industry professionals and consumers navigating real estate transactions. His podcast serves as a platform for sharing real-world experiences and actionable advice from various real estate professionals across Central Illinois and beyond.

How to Get on Real Estate, For Real

Eric Pedigo is looking for real estate professionals with authentic career stories and tactical insights to share with their listeners.

What We're Looking For

Real production numbers and deal experience — Top agents, loan officers, or insurance professionals with measurable track records in Central Illinois real estate transactions
Candid career pivot stories — Professionals who switched into or within real estate, sharing authentic fears, failures, and lessons learned during career transitions
Cross-industry relationships — Mortgage lenders, insurance agents, and service providers who work directly with Realtors and can speak to collaboration and market dynamics
Resilience through adversity — Agents or professionals who've overcome significant personal or professional setbacks and rebuilt successful careers

Booking Process Through HUB

1
Create Your Guest Profile Sign up on HUB and build your guest profile with your bio, headshot, production stats, and speaking topics.
2
Submit Your Application Apply to this podcast with a clear pitch, what you can teach, and why you're a strong fit for the audience.
3
Get Booked & Record Once approved, coordinate scheduling through HUB and record your episode with the host team.

You'll need a HUB account to submit a guest application. Guests can review and cancel before sending.

Featured Episodes

Real Estate, For Real at a Glance

63
Episodes Published
~67 min
Avg. Episode Length
3+
Years On Air
27+
Guests Featured

Notable Guests

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