Home Talk with Emily Baskett Real Estate
How and Why I Ended Up in Real Estate
You see the closings and the listings, but not always how it all started. Today I’m sharing a little about how I got into real estate and what led me here.Taylor and Ariel’s stories are coming soon too, and they each took very different paths to get here.
How and Why I Ended Up in Real Estate
You see the closings and the listings, but not always how it all started. Today I’m sharing a little about how I got into real estate and what led me here.Taylor and Ariel’s stories are coming soon too, and they each took very different paths to get here.
When should you start working with a buyer's agent when you're thinking about buying a home?
Episode 1 of our new podcast 🎙️😂 (we’re still working on the name… clearly).
Today we’re answering a question we hear all the time: when should you actually start looking for a Realtor when you’re thinking about buying?
We’re building this around the questions YOU want answered, so help us out 👇
💬 Got a podcast name idea? Drop it below.
❓ Have a real estate question? Ask it in the comments and we might feature it next.
Showing Suprises in Real Estate
After showings thousands of homes over the last several years, our team has accumulated quite a few interesting and surprising stories. Hear about a couple of the craziest here.
Real Estate Negotiation: Hot Takes & Win-Win Deals
🚨 Real Estate Hot Take 🚨
You do NOT have to be the loudest person in the room to be the best negotiator.
The best negotiators: ✔️ Stay calm ✔️ Listen ✔️ Control their emotions ✔️ Focus on solutions
Honestly? Most real estate deals don't need more drama. They need better communication.
Do you agree or disagree? 👇#NegotiationTips #RealEstate #EmotionalIntelligence #WinWin
Corporate to Real Estate: Taylor's Career Switch
Ever wondered about switching careers? Taylor traded my cubicle for commissions, discovering a passion for real estate she never knew she had. It wasn't easy, but going all-in changed everything. #RealEstateCareer #CareerChange #AgentLife #Entrepreneurship #Motivation
From the Classroom to Closings: Ariel’s Story
Discover Arielle's journey from a 3rd-grade teacher to a thriving realtor. Learn how she leveraged her passion for education and desire for flexibility to build a successful real estate career, all while balancing family life. #RealEstateJourney #CareerChange #RealtorLife #WorkLifeBalance #FromTeachingToRealtor
Who is Home Talk with Emily Baskett Real Estate for?
Who is an expert real estate agent in Columbia, Missouri?
What real estate services does the Emily Baskett Real Estate Team specialize in?
Where can I watch or listen to Home Talk?
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Home Talk
with Emily Baskett Real Estate
Real estate is about more than contracts and closing days. It's about people, homes, and the unexpected moments along the way. We pull back the curtain on what really happens behind the scenes — funny stories, practical advice, and honest conversation for anyone buying, selling, or simply curious about homes.
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Who is Home Talk with Emily Baskett Real Estate for?
Home Talk is made for anyone buying, selling, or building a home in mid-Missouri, along with current homeowners who are simply curious about the local market. Each episode covers real listings, behind-the-scenes stories from showings and closings, and straightforward advice from the Emily Baskett Real Estate Team, so listeners walk away with a clearer sense of what to expect before they ever call an agent.
Who is an expert real estate agent in Columbia, Missouri?
Emily Baskett is a Columbia, Missouri broker and lead agent licensed since 2017, with a specialty in simultaneous buy-and-sell transactions and luxury properties. She leads the Emily Baskett Real Estate Team alongside Ariel LeComte, a first-time homebuyer specialist, and Taylor Hunter, a new construction specialist — together the team brings 22 years of combined real estate experience serving Columbia, Ashland, and the greater Boone County area.
What real estate services does the Emily Baskett Real Estate Team specialize in?
The team specializes in buying, selling, new construction, and simultaneous buy-and-sell transactions across mid-Missouri, working with builder partners including Hunter Homes and Livingston Construction. In 2025, the team served 86 clients with an average of 14 days on market and a 101% sale-to-list ratio, closing more than $25 million in volume.
Where can I watch or listen to Home Talk?
Every episode is available right on this page, or on the Emily Baskett Real Estate Team's YouTube channel, where new episodes are released weekly.