RECkoning with Real Estate – Ep. 13 (Encore): Reimaging the Holidays with Evergreen Collective

This episode originally aired November 9, 2025: The holidays can often feel chaotic, but we’re here to make them a little more magical – just like in the movies. How can we create a holiday season that feels more meaningful, less stressful, and truly joyful? In this episode, Paige and Taylor explore reimagining two of…

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RECkoning with Real Estate – Ep. 12: Changing the Real Estate Paradigm Part 2

This is the second installment of our two-part series, where we dive deeper into reimagining real estate with the goal of improving traditional systems. In this episode, we unpack complex topics such as the challenges and ethical gray areas of dual agency, the nuances between facilitation and full-service representation, and one of REC’s core principles:…

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RECkoning with Real Estate – Ep. 11: Changing the Real Estate Paradigm Part 1

This is the first episode of a two-part series featuring REC founder, Paige Kahle and two of REC’s newest agents: Taylor Hall and Marc Byers. In this episode, they share their journey of joining REC and reflect on the values that drive their work. Together, they discuss collaboration, transparency, higher-level thinking, challenging existing systems, and…

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RECkoning with Real Estate – Ep. 10: Reimaging the Holidays with Evergreen Collective

The holidays can often feel chaotic, but we’re here to make them a little more magical – just like in the movies. How can we create a holiday season that feels more meaningful, less stressful, and truly joyful? In this episode, Paige and Taylor explore reimagining two of the most stressful parts of the holidays:…

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RECkoning with Real Estate – Ep. 9: REC + Matt Berna Deep Dive Into the Pre-approval Process

This week’s episode is a special one! Our very own realtor, Meghan, takes the host’s seat to chat with one of our valued sponsors and trusted equal opportunity lender, Matt Berna of Truestone Home Mortgage. They may ease your mind as they dive into the details of the pre-approval process — one of the most…

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RECkoning with Real Estate – Ep. 8: An Affordable Housing Unicorn in Saint Paul

Join REC to hear the story of one local Developer who is on a mission to build more housing – especially affordable housing. Bob Lux – Principal and Founder of Alatus – and his team have figured out a way to build affordable housing without massive subsidies. The Nine @ Lexington Station :: The story…

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RECkoning with Real Estate – Ep. 7: The REC Difference – Housing Justice (Part 2 of 2)

This is the second part in a 2 part series and focuses on the housing non-profits that REC supports. How can Realtors make a difference in the housing justice space? Meghan and Paige with The Real Estate Collaborative (REC) continue the conversation about REC’s commitment to Housing Justice and what that work can look like for a real…

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RECkoning with Real Estate – Ep. 6: The REC Difference – Housing Justice (Part 1 of 2)

How can Realtors make a difference in the housing justice space? Meghan and Paige with The Real Estate Collaborative (REC) talk about REC’s commitment to Housing Justice and what that work can look like for a real estate company. Listen in and find out! Housing Justice is Social Justice is Racial Justice. This is the first…

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RECkoning with Real Estate – Ep. 5: The Importance of Third Spaces

In this episode, REC talks with Taylor Hall, owner of Evergreen Collective – St. Paul’s local refillery and low-waste shop – about how small businesses can act as vital third spaces that strengthen community. Taylor shares surprising insights on the connections between park design, affordable housing, and shopping small, and how each shapes the way…

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RECkoning with Real Estate – Ep. 4: Ben Feldman from AIS

Ben Feldman, Owner of Active Insurance Solutions – a MN-based insurance independent agency – joins REC to discuss why it’s SO important to consider homeowner’s insurance when looking to buy. We talk about all the factors considered in pricing homeowner’s insurance and provide insight into questions you should be asking of your insurance agent when…

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RECkoning with Real Estate – Ep. 3: REC + Matt Berna discuss Home Financing

Matt Berna, Loan Officer @ TruStone Home Mortgage, an equal housing opportunity lender, joins Paige with The Real Estate Collaborative for a discussion about home financing and affordability. We talk about the rapid increase of housing values in the Twin Cities in the past 5 years, the downpayment assistance that is available for buyers, and…

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RECkoning with Real Estate – Ep. 2: The REC Difference (Part 2 of 2)

Part 2 of The REC Difference. Paige Kahle, the Founder of The Real Estate Collaborative (REC) is joined again by REC’s OGs – Tara Swedberg and Meghan Howard. For the 2nd part of this series we’ll be discussing what makes REC different from other RE Companies. From how we handle Dual Agency to our flat…

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RECkoning with Real Estate – Ep. 1: The REC Difference (Part 1 of 2)

RECkoning with Real Estate’s Inaugural Episode! Paige Kahle, the Founder of The Real Estate Collaborative (REC) is joined by REC’s OGs – Tara Swedberg and Meghan Howard. We present a broad overview of how REC is different from the typical, traditional RE Company, speak about the housing crisis, and how we can get back to…

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