Think Like a Lawyer, Close Like a Pro: Lessons Every Realtor & Investor Needs with Kevin Diffley #83
In this episode, we sit down with Kevin Diffley, real estate attorney and founder of Kevin Diffley Law—a boutique firm that’s changing how entrepreneurs, investors, and homebuyers approach legal strategy.
From team building to early planning, Kevin shares the essential conversations you must be having before the offer, before the contract, and definitely before the closing table.
If you’re a realtor, loan officer, investor, or someone building a legacy—you’ll walk away with tools to avoid costly mistakes, protect your deals, and work smarter with your team.
Topics Covered:
– When to bring your attorney into the real estate process
– Structuring deals to avoid future conflict
– How ChatGPT can help your business
– Balancing entrepreneurship and fatherhood
Quote to remember: “Proper planning prevents problems.”
Let this episode be your roadmap to smarter, more strategic real estate.
👇 Drop your biggest takeaway in the comments!
Timestamps
0:00 – Intro to Kevin Diffley
2:50 – The biggest mistake most buyers make
5:00 – Real stories from the closing table
11:00 – How commission changes are shifting agent responsibilities
23:30 – “Proper Planning Prevents Problems” explained
25:30 – AI, ChatGPT
33:00 – Why stress and anxiety are real in real estate
34:15 – Balancing family, business, and purpose
42:00 – Final words + where to find Kevin
Connect with Kevin Diffley:
Instagram: @doctor_k_diff
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