In this episode of Real Conversations, we sit down with a remarkable entrepreneur whose journey spans borders, industries, and bold reinventions.

Born in Guadalajara, Mexico, she moved to Redmond, Washington as a teenager and quickly learned the value of hard work and perseverance. From working at the Safeway Ice Cream Plant to opening the first Mexican grocery store in Everett, her entrepreneurial spirit was evident early on.

In 2005, she began a new chapter in real estate — bringing with her the same principles that guided her previous success: integrity, patience, relentless work ethic, and always putting the customer first.

We talk about the challenges of starting over in a new country, building businesses from the ground up, serving the Hispanic community, and how staying grounded in your values creates long-term success in real estate and in life.

This is a story about resilience, relationships, and redefining what’s possible.

In this episode of Real Conversations, we sit down with real estate expert Mark Hewitt to unpack the pivotal moments that shaped his path. Growing up in California, Mark made his way to Seattle to attend the University of Washington, where his early career began in home construction. But a near-death experience became the unexpected wake-up call that pushed him to re-evaluate his direction and fully commit to a career in real estate.

Mark shares how that moment of clarity reshaped his priorities, sharpened his drive, and ultimately led him to build a thriving real estate career grounded in purpose, perspective, and action. This is a powerful conversation about listening when life speaks loudly—and using that insight to build something meaningful.

Sometimes life forces a change before you feel ready for one.

In this episode of Real Conversations, Haniel Massoud shares the turning point that shifted his career and perspective. While navigating major personal challenges at home, Haniel was laid off from his job at Walmart—an unexpected moment that pushed him to rethink stability, purpose, and what kind of life he wanted to build.

That moment led him to pursue real estate, earn his license, and step into a career that offered more flexibility, ownership, and balance. We talk about the leap from hourly work to entrepreneurship, the mental shift required to bet on yourself, and how real estate became more than just a job—it became a way to align work with life.

This conversation is about adapting under pressure, redefining success, and finding balance through intention rather than circumstance.

🎙️ A real, grounded conversation for anyone navigating change or considering a new direction.