[PODCAST] Economics Of Investing and Living Overseas
Have you ever noticed that amidst all of the glamour and glory of the seasonal celebrations there are always financial considerations – how much to spend, where to shop…and when did gifts get SO expensive?! These deliberations are not unlike those of an overseas move. On the surface, retiring and/or investing offshore can be an extremely alluring vision – a desirable climate, unrivaled beachfront property possibilities and more! But is it as financially feasible as…
[PODCAST] What Other Alternative Do You Have To Selling Your Home?
For many long-time Bay Area residents equity has become somewhat problematic. Selling in the current market would be nice, but capital gains taxes among other reasons present some serious disadvantages. Today Joe Cucchiara answers this one question? What alternative do you have to selling your home? Specific topics include: Reverse mortgages Cashing out a HELOC Moving while renting out your current home 1031 exchange Leveraging your property to buy other properties Interest-only loans Charitable remainder…
[PODCAST] San Jose Granny Units and the New Rules Surrounding Them
If you haven’t seen it in the news already, San Jose will ease granny unit restrictions for homeowners as a way to help with the housing crisis. Joe Cucchaira and Mike D’Ambrosio cover specific changes the city has made for lot and unit sizes, construction materials, parking requirements and adding studio apartments as a secondary unit. Is this truly a win for both home owners and the city? Financing your granny unit What will the…
[PODCAST] 2017 Trends for Construction and Home Design with Cindy Carey
Are you already wondering what 2017 has in store for construction and home design trends? Mike D’Ambrosio has Cindy Carey from Starburst Construction stop by with all the statistics and information on what people are looking for in a home. What does the increase in new construction and remodeling have to do with Generation X and Millennials? Also in discussion: Healthy homes? Are people willing to pay more for better air quality? Daylight design Universal…
Consumer Resource Guide For Overseas Property Ownership
If someone’s well-researched labor of love could save you thousands of hours of experience & exploration…would you read it? Of course you would! And this week -we can tell you exactly where to find one such resource! Join us for our podcast on Real Estate Radio LIVE as we welcome back Michael Cobb, Chairman and CEO of ECI Development to share his white paper titled “Consumer Resource Guide For Overseas Property Ownership.” As an ideal follow-up to both our internationally-focused dialogue and our…
[PODCAST] Host Joe Cucchiara Discusses the Feds Rate Hike, What Has It Done, & What Does It Mean?
If you’ve been listening to this show you’ve probably heard our host Joe Cucchiara talk about probable rate hikes for a while now. Today Joe attempts to boil down what the .25% rise in interest rates means for the stock market as we finish up 2016. Are we likely to see additional rate hikes happen during 2017? Even with one rate hike already taking place, there are still several reasons you may want to refinance….
Mike and Laura compare household norms and the changing face of home ownership
Mike D’Ambrosio and Laura Pesavento kick off today’s podcast with an Alain Pinel article presenting stats on the average 1950’s American household, comparing them to today’s norms and pose the question “Which time period would you most like to live in?” They then fast forward to today by discussing how the face of home ownership has changed for millennials compared to their parents’. To contact Mike D’Ambrosio you can visit his website at www.mikedsells.com, email…
International Investing Opportunities in the United States with Reed Goossens
Today Joe Cucchiara chats with Reed Goossens, host of Invest in the US podcast. Reed, an Aussie native, tells Joe the story of how he became a full time real estate investor citing major differences that show just how attractive the US market can be. Also in discussion: Advice for both new investors looking to enter the market and how advanced investors can up their game Is there ever a bad time to buy here?…
Buying And Selling During The Holidays: The Good and The Bad
Were in the thick of the holiday season and Christmas is just around the corner. Today Joe Cucchiara and Mike D’Ambrosio talk about several pros and cons of buying and selling during the holidays and who holds the upper hand through the final quarter. Also in discussion: What should you be doing now if you plan to sell in the New Year? How the jump in interest rates affects consumers Why it’s not too late to…
Central America – Offshore Living, Land & Lifestyle: Part 1
It’s that time of the week – and we just released our brand NEW podcast edition of Real Estate Radio LIVE! With a cold crisp feel in the air, we are about to visit a real estate market that’s getting hotter, and we don’t just mean the weather! Please join us, and our special expert guest Michael Cobb, as we take a reality-driven drive over the web to Central America in our online-exclusive interview. This week’s…