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RERL-1570-Embrace Changing Markets, Instead of Fearing Them!

The hottest topic in real estate for the longest time was the extreme run up in appreciation. Today, after we all got comfortable with the seller’s market, all you seem to hear about is the shift towards a buyer’s market. Much of the media has gotten consumers full of fear of the changing markets when instead it should be viewed as a new wave of opportunities. Do new real estate trends have you fearful of…

RERL-1570-Embrace Changing Markets, Instead of Fearing Them!

The hottest topic in real estate for the longest time was the extreme run up in appreciation. Today, after we all got comfortable with the seller’s market, all you seem to hear about is the shift towards a buyer’s market. Much of the media has gotten consumers full of fear of the changing markets when instead it should be viewed as a new wave of opportunities. Do new real estate trends have you fearful of…

RERL-1569-Home Wealth Series: Access and Diversification

There are several ways to access your homes equity which is pretty handy for those of us with more equity than income. The only thing standing in your way is the fact that your home is a large illiquid asset and most of us aren’t ready to move quite yet. So how can you generate income using your largest asset? Today Joe and Steve Hotovec discuss how to really take advantage of your home’s wealth….

RERL-1568- Two Italian Guys Talkin Real Estate – What You Need to Know About For Sale

With all the information available it can be hard not to feel like an expert in real estate. Since Bay Area home values can range from a bit pricey to incredibly expensive it can be extremely tempting to save a bit and manage the transaction on your own. Joe and Mike are two guys who are involved in real estate every day and to be blunt, you are not. There are many things involved you…

RERL-1566-Accessing Home Wealth Without Debt

Many people in the United States could be described as house rich and cash poor. Now that interest rates are going up there are only a limited amount of things you can do with your home, but new products are on the way. Today Joe welcomes back Steve Hotovec and Mark Rogers of Barastone who are always looking for ways to create liquidity that helps people manage their home wealth. Specific topics include: Trapped equity…

RERL-1565-Two Italian Guys Talkin Real Estate

After what feels like forever, Mike D’Ambrosio is back together with Joe! … For podcast purposes at least 🙂 To kick off their new Wednesday reunion Joe and Mike team up and do what they do best, be Italian and talk real estate! Hold on to your spaghetti as Joe and Mike discuss: Why it’s a great time for buyers Mike’s inventory update Value hesitant buyers Rate hesitant buyers Contingent buyers and the cross collateral…

RERL-1564-Rates are up, and it’s still a great time to buy!

Joe is tired of listening to media dramatizing the news just to get your attention. Rates are on the way up, but 5% on a 30 year loan is still historically good money. The truth is interest rates are not the only factor when it comes to whether or not you should consider buying a home, it’s a whole lot more complicated than that. The right time to buy a home always depends on the…

RERL-1563-How Investors Look at Startups

Belief in your product is a must for any startup, and a good sign for entrepreneurs is discovering other people believe in your product. The early years are often the most difficult for new businesses and angel investors can be a big help when money gets tight. So how do you convince someone like Leigh Soutter of Florence Venture Partners to even look your way? Today Joe, Jack Russo and Leigh Soutter discuss how investors look…

RERL-1562-Buyer & Sellers – Now is When You Really Need an Expert!

Fact: The market is still a good sellers market. Fact: It is also an exceptional buyers market. While Bay Area and US home prices are still extraordinarily high, a plateauing market and increasing rates have given buyers a greater voice during negotiations. Now that easy money is off the table, Joe explains why buyers and sellers today need to work with experts more than ever. Specific topics include: Market corrections and tech disruption Interview! You’re…