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The Feds Raise Rates Again and The Future Of Real Estate Transactions

The feds are at it again… yesterday prime lending rates rose by a quarter point. Strangely enough, this is not directly tied to the mortgage market or your 30 year mortgage. Today Joe comes in and explains what this rate hike signals to the economy, why do mortgage rates seem to rise with it and what else affects mortgage rates? He also explains what the rate hike means for potential refinances and purchases and shares…

Southern Investing With Whitney Nicely

One of the biggest interests in the Bay Area is investing in real estate. Unfortunately, if you’re looking at something nearby the numbers just won’t make sense for an investment property. Today Joe chats with Whitney Nicely to find out about opportunities that exist outside Silicon Valley and how other people are having success with it. Specific topics include: Whitney’s unique focus on women How Whitney got her start in real estate investing, leasing and…

Backyard Living With Cindy Carey

June is here which means it’s time to brush off the grill and spend time outside. For many of us this also means it’s time to spruce up the backyard with a few changes. Mike kicks off this week with a call to Starburst Construction‘s Cindy Carey to find out about changes you can make and landscaping mistakes to avoid. Specific topics include: Common landscaping mistakes such as choosing climate friendly plants, properly maintaining lawns…

Market Update – Home Sales & Prices Break Records

Those who continually follow our program know that we believe knowledge is power; while the current market trends are not always easy to follow, misinformation is an even harder pill to swallow. This week we are tackling the hard and fast facts of the latest headlines and diving into the records hit in real estate of late. Home prices have risen at their fastest pace since June of last year, the previous post-crisis high. Find…

Zillow Biting the Hand That Feeds It and Is Silicon Valley Housing Leveling Off or Flattening?

In the first half of today’s podcast Joe covers Zillow’s recent announcement where sellers will be able to list their home and connect with investors with the option of bypassing realtors… realtors who currently account for 70% of their revenue. Is this just a move due to pressure from their own investors or are they adapting to technology and changing the way real estate transactions take place? In the second half Joe tries to figure…

What Type of Mortgage Fits Your Age and Strategy

Older, younger, close to retirement or already there- Believe it or not your age can be a significant factor when choosing a mortgage. Today Joe breaks down how age along with potential income influence your mortgage making decision through every stage of life from your first job out of college till you’re on a fixed income in retirement. Specific topics include: When you want to time your most expensive mortgage How does your relationship with…

California Backyard Living

In the middle of a backyard remodeling war, Laura has several landscaping and legal questions for Mike. What additions and fixes do you need permits for? Which landscapes and hardscapes boost your homes resale value? Is curb appeal really more important than the backyard? Mike also responds to a listeners email about prop’s 60 & 90, explaining the usefulness of these programs. To contact Mike D’Ambrosio you can visit his website at www.MikeDSells.com, email him…

Pavers Over Concrete For Your Next Outdoor Living Project

Joining Mike and Laura in studio today is Scott Isserson, the Senior Design Consultant for System Pavers. System Pavers is not only one of the largest home improvement companies, they’re the #1 paving stone company in America that does outdoor living projects designed around their clients. Also in discussion: Laura’s experience with System Pavers Concrete vs. pavers? Material costs and resale comparison Warranty transfers and durability Paving trends, projects and ideas To contact Mike D’Ambrosio…

Where Are The Foreign Buyers Coming From And What Are They Buying – The Ins & Outs of Off-Shore Buyers

As we continue to cover the globalization of real estate and the interest in United States property from prospects around the world – we are giving you an inside glimpse of off-shore buying trends this week on Real Estate Radio LIVE! We can’t wait to take you below the surface stats into higher-level analysis from the Sotheby’s International Real Estate Report (get your own personal copy by emailing bobbi@bobbidecker.com). Check out your favorite podcasting platform for…

Buying A Vacation Home VS. An Investment Property

Primary residence, vacation home and investment property. These are the three main financing categories your property will fall in to. Today Joe dissects issues big and small when keeping vacation and investment properties. What should you do when geography creates lending problems? What tax and refinancing matters should you consider if you rent out your vacation home in-between stays? Joe also tackles other big questions such as will you enjoy living somewhere you consider to…