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[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…

[podcast] Buying and Selling Strategies with Real Estate Radio LIVE

One of things we’ve talked a lot about on our show last year is the flattening market. This year, demand is still low….but so is inventory. So what can stressed sellers do when they’re ready to tackle the sale, but not the purchase? Joe, Bobbi and Buddy talk to move-up and move-down buyers who have lots of equity, but stalled their move due to complexities. Specific topics include: Listing with buying contingencies Penalty clauses and…

[podcast] Real Estate Markets and Local Economy with Larry Stone, Santa Clara County Assessor

As Q1 of 2017 comes to a close, Joe welcomes Santa Clara County Assessor, Larry Stone, back to Real Estate Radio Live. Larry shares his with us wealth of knowledge and perspective about the current market as well as some handy and intriguing data on Silicon Valley and the nation. Wonder what new trends have emerged regarding apartments in the Bay Area? Which markets are staying hot and which are finally seeing some much needed…

10 Happiest Places to Live and Down Payment Strategies

Whether you were born and raised there or moved in later, the places you live will always affect your outlook on life. Today Joe shares new data on the top 10 happiest places to live and the metrics used by researchers to determine the top 10 cities in the world. Can you figure out the theme that runs through much of this list? Later on Joe covers different down payment programs and strategies available when…

[podcast] Don’t Panic Yet! Solutions For Interest Rates Hikes

It seems today that the media only wants to focus on rate hikes when it comes to real estate. Even though we are no longer at all time lows, there are still tons of opportunities to be had. Today Joe and Mike talk to buyers who felt they may have missed the boat when it comes to getting a loan with a low interest rate citing several scenarios and examples of where buyers aren’t as…

Managing Your Own Rental Property VS. Hiring A Property Manager

When it finally comes down to renting out a property, there’s one question that tends to trouble owners, should I hire a property manager or do it myself? Joining Mike and Laura in studio today is Mikes brother, John D’Ambrosio of Fulfillment Systems Inc. John provides us with several insights to managing commercial properties, many of which coincide with managing residential properties. What advantages do you gain by using a management company? Are there any…

US Customer Confidence in Housing Hits All Time Highs

Happy Friday & Happy St. Patrick’s Day! If you have been waiting for the newest Real Estate Radio LIVE podcast to be released, this is your lucky day! If you have been feeling pleasantly surprised with the state of the economy – you are not alone. In this week’s Friday edition of the show, we share the big-breaking news based on February stats: US consumer confidence in housing has hit an ALL-TIME high! As reported…

Solo Financing Without a Job and Where Is Our Industry Investing?

In the first half of today’s podcast, Joe clears up one confusing misconception about financing. Can you get financing without holding a job? You’d think the answer would be a quick and firm “No.” Truth is there are many people with non-traditional forms of income that can achieve financing even without a W2. Later on Joe looks at where the real estate industry is investing its money and are we investing in the right place?…

Life in the Santa Cruz Mountains

Returning this afternoon is Scott Green, Alain Pinel realtor and Real Estate Radio Live veteran. Growing up and raising his own family in the Santa Cruz Mountains has made Scott an expert and today he sits down with Joe to share the dynamics of living in this community. Top features that attract people to the Santa Cruz Mountains The rains effect on SCM residents and other cons Inventory and average sales price compared to Los…