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The Ins and Outs of FSBO – A Good Idea or Just a Mess?

You hear a lot of people talk about it and it seems like a pretty good deal. A little extra work now and you can sell your home with zero commission fees. However, today’s podcast may have you thinking twice before pulling the trigger to go solo. Today Joe and Mike walk you through the FSBO process and discuss the FSBO resources consumers are using. Specific topics include: Do you have the time to not…

Better Home Loans For American Military

It’s always a good feeling for realtors and lenders alike to help someone get into their very first home. That feeling only multiplies when half of the people you are assisting selflessly served the country you live in. Military and Veteran Lending expert, Rick Elmendorf, calls in today as he tells Joe all about the niche market of VA loans. Specific topics include: How Rick is able to close an impressive amount of loans without…

Real Estate Market Update

When you are constantly dealing with a challenging market you tend to feel like a broken record… but you can never have too much information right? Today Joe and Mike help us navigate our way around the market discussing inventory stats and how much income you need to buy a median priced home in the Bay Area. Will this housing crisis ever come to an end? Also in discussion: Triggering mechanisms and open house happenings…

House Hub, The New Home Maintenance App

Over the years we’ve done plenty of shows about maintaining and keeping the value of your home. Today Mike talks with returning guest Cindy Carey and new guest Marissa who are officially announcing the launch of their new home maintenance app: House Hub. House Hub is an app that not only helps you store important information regarding your home and everything in it, but helps you protect your home with maintenance reminders, DIY instructions, contractor…

Moving In & Moving Out Part III: You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know

Isn’t it true that you JUST don’t know what you DON’T know… until you do?! If this sounds like Greek to you… you are not alone! As our Friday Real Estate Radio LIVE team completes our Moving In & Moving Out podcast series with Part III, we’ll reveal where to start when you just don’t know what to ask yourself when considering an offshore retirement. Based on exclusive insights from our immersive discussion with ECI Development CEO…

Another Wells Fargo Lawsuit – This Time Against Veterans

Wells Fargo just can’t seem to catch a break. Once again Wells Fargo finds itself in the news for the wrong reasons. Today Joe examines the past year of controversies Wells Fargo has had to endure as well as the two newest ones of overcharging veterans on refinances and forcing consumers to sign up for unnecessary auto insurance. After a quick explanation of how Wells Fargo is able to target specific groups such as veterans…

Financial Transformations and Financial Freedom Continued

Today on RERL Joe calls up returning guest, Damion Lupo, with more information on how you can trade in your temporary financial success and earn permanent financial freedom. Listen in as Damion explains how confidence beats out any demographic or number as the most important aspect to earning financial freedom. Also in discussion: Resources found on Total Control Financial Diversified vs. focused portfolios Will we see a major market correction by 2019 and how can…

Rent at an All Time High: What are Your Options?

The number one reason a property sits is usually due to a pricing issues. Today Joe and Mike explain how buyers can make this part of a useful strategy if the seller is itching to get out of their home and cant. They discuss why expensive price tags are not the only reason the luxury market is experiencing a price reduction. Joe and Mike also take a look at the renters market which has been…

Advantages and Disadvantages Of Urban Villages

A while ago you heard us talk about Bay Area developments…or redevelopments to be more accurate. As we build our way towards high-density living, Mike weighs the advantages and disadvantages of living in an urban village. Will your quality of life improve with easy access to necessary things or will the high cost of living and overcrowding prove too much? Specific topics include Improved basic amenities Employment and business opportunities Technology that aids urban living…