Rod The Realtor AZ

Rod Baarstad, also known as Rod The Realtor AZ, brings over 20 years of sales, leadership, and business expertise to the world of real estate—and now to the podcasting world as well. As an Arizona native and University of Arizona graduate currently living in Mesa, Rod has led and supported teams from Anchorage to Miami and Buffalo to Seattle, delivering exceptional service nationwide. Specializing in residential real estate for both Veterans and non-veterans, Rod is backed by a powerhouse team with over 60 years of combined sales experience. He is also a proud member of the Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals (VAREP) and a certified Military Relocation Professional (MRP), dedicated to helping service members understand and access the benefits they’ve earned. On his podcast, hosted right here, Rod shares insights, guidance, and expert conversations to support listeners on their real estate journey—making this page your go-to hub for trusted information and inspiration in the world of real estate.


All Episodes

07/29/2025

Ep. 30 On Air, On Stage, On Purpose: Mark Jeffrey Speaks

07/28/2025

Ep. 29 On Air, On Stage, On Purpose Mark Jeffrey Speaks (Audio)

07/27/2025

Ep. 28 From Stress to Success: Avoiding, Preventing and Navigating The Top 10 Real Estate Frustrations

07/27/2025

Ep. 27 From Stress to Success: Avoiding, Preventing and Navigating The Top 10 Real Estate Frustrations (Audio)

07/25/2025

Ep. 26 Education: Veteran to Veteran: 5 Smart Moves for a Stress-Free VA Home Purchase

07/25/2025

Ep. 25 Education: Veteran to Veteran: 5 Smart Moves for a Stress-Free VA Home Purchase (Audio)

07/25/2025

Ep. 24 Education: Keys Over Credit: How to Buy a Home When Your Score’s Not Perfect

07/25/2025

Ep. 23 Education: Keys Over Credit: How to Buy a Home When Your Score’s Not Perfect (Audio)

07/24/2025

Ep. 22 Education: Home Sweet First Home: Start Smart with These 5 Essentials

07/24/2025

Ep. 21 Education: Home Sweet First Home: Start Smart with These 5 Essentials (Audio)

07/23/2025

Ep. 20 Education: Homes for the Next Chapter—5 Tips for 55+ Buyers

07/23/2025

Ep. 19 Education: Homes for the Next Chapter—5 Tips for 55+ Buyers (Audio)

07/22/2025

Ep. 18 Education: For the Love of Hooves: 5 Things to Keep in Mind When Buying Horse Property

07/22/2025

Ep. 17 Education: For the Love of Hooves: 5 Things to Keep in Mind When Buying Horse Property (Audio)

07/09/2025

Ep. 16 Welcome Home, Evynn: A First-Time Buyer’s Big Win

07/09/2025

Ep. 15 Welcome Home, Evynn: A First-Time Buyer’s Big Win (Audio)

06/30/2025

Ep. 14 Scottsdale Stories with Dave Alford: Cowboys, Community & Change

06/30/2025

Ep. 13 Scottsdale Stories with Dave Alford: Cowboys, Community & Change (Audio)

06/24/2025

Ep. 12 Grit, Grace & the Rodeo Spirit: A Ride with Heidi Erickson

06/24/2025

Ep. 11 Grit, Grace & the Rodeo Spirit: A Ride with Heidi Erickson (Audio)

06/19/2025

Ep. 10 A Marine Legend's Unfiltered Advice on Homeownership, Remodels, and Avoiding DISASTERS!

06/19/2025

Ep. 9 A Marine Legend's Unfiltered Advice on Homeownership, Remodels, and Avoiding DISASTERS! (Audio)

06/12/2025

Ep. 8 Education: Who Pays For What

06/12/2025

Ep. 7 Education: Who Pays For What (Audio)

06/12/2025

Ep. 6 Education: The Home Selling Process

06/12/2025

Ep. 5 Education: The Home Selling Process (Audio)

06/12/2025

Ep. 4 Education: The Home Buying Process

06/12/2025

Ep. 3 Education: The Home Buying Process (Audio)

05/22/2025

Ep. 2 Meet Rod the Realtor

05/22/2025

Ep. 1 Meet Rod the Realtor (Audio)