The Touchstone Showcase

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Featuring interviews with our friends and favorite people. We share success stories and wild details about the real estate business in the 2020's.

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February 3, 2026Episode 433 min

Carla Rasetta

Today we unveiled a new podcast episode featuring Carla Rasetta, Founder of MBC Mortgage LLC, alongside VIP co-host Chrissy Bernardini aka the "Carla & Chrissy Show." Self-proclaimed (and without question) wildly ambitious, Carla takes us through her unconventional journey to becoming her own boss. Her energy, passion, and genuine joy for the people around her shine through in this interview and are just as evident the moment you meet her. For someone who says social media is one of the hardest parts of the job, she's absolutely crushing it there too. We were thrilled to have Carla on and are already voting to do the next one over coffee or a cocktail at CBI. IYKYK! #TouchstoneShowcase #Podcast #RealEstate #MBCMortgage #WomenInBusiness #CloseWithTouchstone mbcmortgage.com/carla https://www.instagram.com/carla_mbcmortgage/

January 21, 2026Episode 333 min

Sara Supple

New Touchstone Showcase episode just dropped with the one & only Sara Supple. Sara is the Vice President and Massachusetts State Manager for the FNF Family of Companies. Sara shares her journey into the industry and how she rose through the ranks to her leadership role today. She dives into the challenges and rapid changes shaping the market, including her bold decision to raise title insurance rates for the first time since 1999. Her favorite part of the job? Saving the deal. Known by colleagues and clients as loyal, honest, and fair, Sara is also incredibly creative and unafraid to take smart risks. A Bostonian through and through, this episode is absolutely worth a listen. Tune in now & don't forget to drop a comment: what should Sara get if this becomes our most-listened episode? #TouchstoneShowcase #Podcast #RealEstate #Leadership #FNF #CloseWithTouchstone https://www.instagram.com/fnftitleinsurancema/ https://nationalagency.fnf.com/ma

December 30, 2025Episode 239 min

Sean Bakhtiari

Touchstone Showcase featuring Sean Bakhtiari, Leader of The Bakhtiari Group Sean took the skills he developed in corporate finance and as a D1 and semi-professional soccer player and applied them when he transitioned into real estate. Today, he is a leading luxury real estate agent, listing specialist, investor, and vacation rental expert based on the North Shore. As his team continues to grow, Sean remains deeply committed to staying true to his core values and team culture. He prides himself on being active in the community and supporting the people around him, because when that comes together, everyone wins. A self-proclaimed foodie, Sean shares his must-visit spots in the Newburyport and Plum Island area, along with some of his biggest pet peeves and reality show he's considered applying to! Download/Listen in! #TouchstoneShowcase #Podcast #RealEstate #TheBakhtiariGroup #Compass #CloseWithTouchstone https://thebakhtiarigroup.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sean_bakhtiari/ https://www.facebook.com/sean.bakhtiari https://www.youtube.com/@seanbakhtiari

December 16, 2025Episode 139 min

Seth Williams

Touchstone Showcase is BACK with special guest Seth Williams of Reference Real Estate Group. Seth first became curious about the business after facing his own challenges when buying real estate. A natural salesperson who rose through the ranks at Best Buy New England, he now brings those skills to his role as team leader and founder of Reference Real Estate. He's always looking for ways to stay sharp and stay dialed in for his clients, no matter when the call comes in. Seth knows exactly what he wants in new team members, knows how to turn an open house into a 300+ person party, and is an absolute natural on the mic. This one is not to be missed. https://www.sellinboston.com/agents/seth-williams/ @sell_in_boston https://www.youtube.com/@referencerealestate

May 13, 2025Episode 954 min

Brendan Ward

Special Episode with Touchstone Closing Partner and Touchstone Law Offices COO Brendan Ward. We go way back — from the early days of deciding to attend law school, to first jobs, and Brendan's outlook on becoming a lawyer. At his core, Brendan always knew his career goal was to help people and lift them up in some way and today, he does just that, one family at a time. Brendan shares his belief that his success isn't due to luck, but rather to hard work and discipline. He's also big into personality testing and opens up about his thoughts on fear, failure, and opportunities for growth. Plus, he talks about how he and Dan Cahill became business partners and what their biggest change over the past year has been. Brendan's passion and humor shine throughout this episode! We even dive into some hilarious pet peeves - quite the segment! Don't miss it. #TouchstoneShowcase #Podcast #RealEstate #EstatePlanning #TouchstoneLawOffices #CloseWithTouchstone Follow Brendan on Instagram at @bward002 Follow Touchstone Closing on Instagram at @touchstoneclosing Follow Touchstone Law Offices on LinkedIN at @touchstonelawoffices

February 26, 2025Episode 830 min

Joanne Rodrigues

Touchstone Showcase is back with Redfin Premier agent Joanne Rodrigues! Joanne brought more than just great insights—she also treated us to her famous Portuguese Sweet Bread, a holiday gift she shares with her clients! A first-generation Portuguese-American, Joanne's real estate journey started at 23 with an investment property. She's worked with We Buy Ugly Houses, managed a team, and is now a rockstar agent at Redfin. Her passion and energy shine through in this episode! She shares incredible tips for anyone in real estate, plus her go-to vacation spots, favorite restaurants, and the Starbucks order she swears by. ️ Don't miss it! #TouchstoneShowcase #Podcast #RealEstate #Redfin #TopAgent #CloseWithTouchstone To learn more about Joanne click here. To follow Joanne on Instagram click here.

December 24, 2024Episode 731 min

Kristina Listapad

Season 6, Episode 7! Joining us today is Kristina Listapad, a seasoned real estate professional with Coldwell Banker Andover. Kristina's journey is nothing short of inspiring. After a highly successful career in Belarus, she made the bold move to the United States and took a chance on becoming a real estate agent. Known for her hard work, willingness to step out of her comfort zone, and innovative approach, Kristina has built her success by staying disciplined, putting in the time, and having the courage to try new things. She's committed to keeping her video content both entertaining and practical—and, she's also a published children's book author! Tune in to hear more on that! Kristina speaks three languages, has traveled the world, and shares her favorite destinations in this episode. You don't want to miss it. #TouchstoneShowcase #Podcast #RealEstate #ColdwellBanker #GoldenCircleGroup #CloseWithTouchstone

December 10, 2024Episode 636 min

Rob Ciampitti, Jr.

On today's episode, we're featuring Attorney and Partner Rob Ciampitti Jr. from our team. Rob shares how his passion for real estate began at an early age and the valuable lessons he's learned along the way—honesty, authenticity, and tenacity always pay off. He also tells an unforgettable story about how he landed his very first refinancing client. Plus, we uncover Rob's so-called "guilty pleasures," which are actually quite impressive and expert-level hobbies. Don't miss this fun, informative & inspiring conversation! #TouchstoneShowcase #Podcast #RealEstate #LibertyLawTeam #CloseWithTouchstone

November 27, 2024Episode 524 min

Maureen Moran

Touchstone Showcase: Season 6, Episode 5! Joining us today is Maureen Moran, a seasoned real estate professional with over 25 years of award-winning experience in marketing, sales, and negotiation. In this episode, we dive into Maureen's winning strategies, her strong commitment to the community, and her highly popular Friday Instagram series. We also explore her dedication to fostering animals and discover how she and her family enjoy spending a free Saturday in the city. #TouchstoneShowcase #Podcast #RealEstate #FinnFriday #CloseWithTouchstone

November 21, 2024Episode 426 min

Jill O'Shaughnessy

Touchstone Showcase: Season 6, Episode 4! Today, we're catching up with the leader of Jill & Co., Jill O'Shaughnessy. With over 20 years in the industry, Jill leads a thriving team of 45 agents and continues to inspire her agents at every turn. In this episode, we uncover the story behind the name Jill & Co. and the truly unique way she chose her first real estate agency. Jill's passion for helping her agents succeed is clear—once they complete "Jill Camp," they're ready to roll! We also dive into Jill's recent alignment with REAL Broker, the Zillow Flex partnership, and the key influences that inspired her to start her own company. On the lighter side, Jill shares her biggest guilty pleasure and her favorite ways to unwind outside of work. Tune in for her her inspiring journey! #TouchstoneShowcase #Podcast #JillAndCo #RealBroker #MoreThanJustAMove #CloseWithTouchstone