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] 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…
[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] 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…