What makes a home more than just a piece of real estate? Sometimes, it's the architecture, the history, and the people committed to preserving both.

In this episode of Pocket Hours, host Jennifer Nelson explores a remarkable mid-century modern home in Normandy Park, Washington. It was designed by Benjamin McAdoo, the first Black architect to establish a practice in Washington State.

From its sweeping Mount Rainier views to its thoughtful original details, this 1958 home offers a fascinating look at Seattle-area architectural history, historic home preservation, and the value of distinctive real estate.

Jennifer is joined by fellow Scout Real Estate broker Lalo Creme, architect Sheri Olson, and homeowner Lisa Modisette to share the story behind this historically significant property. They discuss McAdoo's groundbreaking career, his contributions to Pacific Northwest architecture, and the careful renovations that have preserved the home's original character.

Lisa and Sheri reveal the challenges of sourcing period-appropriate materials, updating the kitchen and basement, and maintaining the architectural integrity of a home where every detail matters.

Jennifer and her guests talk about how preserving mid-century modern homes requires more than a stylish renovation. They also explore McAdoo's legacy, the role of architectural preservation organizations, and why understanding a property's history can help real estate professionals recognize and communicate its unique value.

Photos from this episode are courtesy of Jennifer Nelson and Elevato Visuals.

Today's Guests:

Lisa Modisette: @lisamodisette on LinkedIn

Sheri Olson: sheriolson.com | IG @sheriolsonarchitecture

Lalo Creme: lalocreme.com | @lalocremerealestate on IG

Jennifer Nelson is the founder of Scout Real Estate: scoutrealestate.com. Information on how to get your clock hours and other offerings for Scout School are also listed at scoutrealestate.com/scout-school.

Pocket Hours theme music, Welcome Home, composed and performed by Jennifer Nelson.

This episode was produced by Audiotocracy Podcast Production.

A new real estate listing option has landed in Washington, and it could change how brokers, buyers, and sellers think about days on market, pricing strategy, and pre-market exposure.

In this episode of Pocket Hours, Jennifer Nelson takes a first look at First Look, the new MLS status that allows sellers to market a property for up to 21 days before it begins accumulating days active — all while allowing showings, open houses, and even offers.

Jennifer explains how First Look works, why it was created, and where the potential benefits and complications may be hiding. She shares her own experience using First Look and brings in perspectives from high-producing real estate brokers who see everything from a useful pricing and marketing tool to a potential source of buyer confusion and transparency concerns.

The big takeaway? First Look is still very much an experiment. Jennifer examines what agents should be watching, including property history, price changes, days on market, buyer access, seller strategy, and the responsibility brokers have to make sure their clients understand what they're seeing.

With plenty still to learn, Pocket Hours will revisit the same questions, and some of the same brokers in March 2027 for a second look at First Look.

Jennifer Nelson is the founder of Scout Real Estate: scoutrealestate.com. Information on how to get your clock hours and other offerings for Scout School are also listed at scoutrealestate.com/scout-school.

Pocket Hours theme music, Welcome Home, composed and performed by Jennifer Nelson.

This episode was produced by Audiotocracy Podcast Production.

Real estate is a relationship business, and your reputation as a real estate agent can matter just as much as your negotiating skills.

In this episode of Pocket Hours, host Jennifer Nelson and a panel of Scout Real Estate brokers tackle the professional etiquette, communication habits, listing practices, and real estate ethics that can make—or break—a transaction. From unanswered phone calls and multiple-offer mayhem to mysterious lockbox locations and not-quite-ready listings, the message is refreshingly simple: don't be a dick.

Jennifer is joined by Annelize Naude, Lalo Creme, Sarah Lewis, Tyler Webster, Jordan Knoll, and Garrett Thomsen for a candid—and frequently hilarious—conversation about the behaviors that drive real estate professionals crazy.

The panel shares stories about agents going radio silent after offers are submitted, bad showing etiquette, poaching potential clients at someone else's open house, incomplete listing documents, poorly prepared homes, questionable lead-generation tactics, and even outright unethical behavior. Along the way, they turn every cringe-worthy example into practical advice for providing better service to buyers, sellers, and fellow brokers.

The biggest takeaway? Professionalism isn't complicated. Doing good work, treating people well, and maintaining strong ethics doesn't just protect your clients—it helps raise the standard and reputation of the entire real estate industry.

Today's Panelists:

Sarah Lewis slhomespnw.com | @yoursparklyrealtor on IG

Tyler Webster tylerwebsterhomes.com | @tylerthrives on IG

Lalo Creme lalocreme.com | @lalocremerealestate on IG

Annelize Naude annelizerealestate.com | @annelizerealestate on IG

Jordan Knoll @jordyashy on IG

Garrett Thomsen @getrealhomeslice on IG

Jennifer Nelson is the founder of Scout Real Estate: scoutrealestate.com. Information on how to get your clock hours and other offerings for Scout School are also listed at scoutrealestate.com/scout-school.

Pocket Hours theme music, Welcome Home, composed and performed by Jennifer Nelson.

This episode was produced by Audiotocracy Podcast Production.