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[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…

Who Should You Have On Your Team As Trusted Advisors?

Whether you make just one real estate transaction during your life or make several transactions per year, you are going to need a good team to help you along the way. Today Joe Cucchiara takes a look at each professional who gets involved, pointing out signs that show they’re either ready to help or just looking for the commission. In the second half of the podcast Joe discusses several scenarios where people benefit by refinancing…

Alternatives to Conventional Financing

Conventional financing programs may not be the right choice for some people. Today Joe Cucchiara provides us with alternative financing programs that give you a better chance at securing the home you want. Specific programs include: Conventional 30 year financing FHA loans VA financing Home Ready Reverse mortgages Private money Asset depletion Qualified IRA income If you wish to contact Joe Cucchiara or any of our other hosts, simply visit www.RERadioLive.com. We also provide additional information…

2017 Market Trends and Predictions with Mike D’Ambrosio

In the world of real estate, 2016 has been a year of normalcy –but could this type of market continue in 2017? Mike D’Ambrosio and Laura Pesavento sit in to discuss possibilities the New Year could hold. Specific topics include: Specific areas where Donald Trump’s administration could benefit real estate Unofficial inventory kick-off after Super Bowl weekend Increasing inventory in Santa Clara County Urban sprawls vs. urban villages To contact Mike D’Ambrosio you can visit…