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Basics of Investing with Scott Poncetta

Over the 7+ years of hosting RERL, it’s quite easy for Joe to say that real estate investing is the topic that gathers the most interest from our listeners. And if you’ve invested in real estate in Silicon Valley over the last 30-50 years, you could say your investment has turned out well. Today Keller Williams Investment and Income Property specialist, Scott Poncetta, returns to help us better understand the basics of investing. Specific topics include:…

Strategies of Investing with Scott Poncetta

It’s extremely common and even natural for property owners to use their real estate as one strategy to continue building wealth. Keller Williams Investment and Income Property specialist, Scott Poncetta, joins Joe in studio today to discuss some of the basics around real estate investing. After giving us his thoughts and view on the still low inventory, Joe will ask Scott to talk to us about the 1031 exchange for primary residence. Is now a…

1031 Exchanges Part II – The Primary Residence

  Today’s podcast is rooted in the fact that you CANNOT have too much of a good thing – and that’s why we are pleased to present our continuation of last week’s podcast with Ron Ricard, one of the nation’s only 130 CES® (Certified Exchange Specialists). If you’ve streamed our podcast lately, than you know Ron joined us recently to share the ins, outs, ups and downs of tax deferred exchanges. Last week we released a…

[podcast] Disruption in the Real Estate and Financing Industry

Would you believe there is nearly half a billion dollars annually being invested in real estate disrupting companies? ? You don’t need us to tell you that this trend won’t be stopping anytime soon. So what is disruption and does this kind of money flow mean? Which companies are already changing the way we make transactions? Can they stick around or will their downsides eventually send consumers elsewhere? Today Joe looks at the real estate…

[podcast] Loan Product and Program Review

It’s been a while but our lengthy sellers market has swung back to a purchase market. After such a long stretch where they didn’t have much power, it’s easy for buyers to be misinformed about all the products available to them. Today, Host Joe Cucchiara reviews 30 year fixed alternatives now that rates have risen. Specific topics include: Standard conforming, high balance conforming and jumbo financing levels 30 year fixed vs. arm products in a…

1031 Exchange Rules and Requirements with Ron Ricard

When we dive deep into an area of real estate related to tax and investments – there is ONE guest we know we can (and must!) turn to: Ron Ricard! As a designated Certified Exchange Specialist® (one of only 130 in the nation!) and Vice President of IPX 1031, Ron is someone we are pleased to call an educator, expert, industry peer, active investor and of course – a friend! This week he joins Real…

[podcast] Rate Update and the US Rental Market

The stock market has flourished since Donald Trump was officially elected President and assumed office, but stronger economics also means higher rates. Today Joe talks about the latest improvements to interest rates, why he is encouraging buyers to have their lender to lock in current rates and why others may want to jump at this chance to refinance. What are the probabilities next week’s jobs report improves rate? Is the thought of a “renter nation”…

[podcast] Real Estate Industry Now and In The Future

Technology is quickly changing every aspect about the way we live. Some industries however, like the real estate industry, are slow at adapt when it comes to modernization. Even though most end up working with professionals, our lack of modernization has consumers collecting data and research before contacting a professional. Thankfully change is underway. Today Joe looks at how the real estate industry outdated itself and what exciting changes the future holds.  If you wish…

[podcast] Why Sellers Are Selling

Why is the seller selling? It might sound like a silly question to ask, but it usually ends up being one of the first questions a buyer will ask. After a quick examination of why inventory is still lacking in the Bay Area, Joe and Mike break down several reasons why sellers could be moving such as job relocation, buying up or down and neighborhood issues. What lesser known things buyers should do before buying…

Home Renovating Made Easier with Raf Howery of My Kukun

Many industries come into play when you decide it’s time to do some remodeling around the house. Between picking out what you need from retailers, hiring a contractor construction company to do the project and figuring out the best way to finance your remodel things can really get a bit overwhelming. Luckily for us Mike invites in Raf Howery from My Kukun to show us how this company helps you manage your renovation through every…