Joe Cucchiara
[PODCAST] Real Estate Radio LIVE: Granny Units – Part II
Joe and Mike kick off the New Year with follow-up show about the new granny units proposal which aim to make a huge difference for the affordable housing crisis while simultaneously helping the city of San Jose. What are the new restrictions that kicked in this month and what other home additions qualify as a…
Read More[PODCAST] Real Estate Radio LIVE Forecast For 2017
It’s that time of year when we not only celebrate the gift of the present, but reflect on the past and look forward to the future! Join us today and listen to our latest Real Estate Radio LIVE podcast all about what to expect & why for real estate in 2017. Before our team launches into what…
Read More[PODCAST] Why Now Might Be a Great Time to Upgrade Your Property and Add Square Footage
Could right now be a good time to upgrade your property? It might be even if rates have gone up. Host Joe Cucchiara provides several reasons why the flattened market means you get to negotiate better terms with your contractor and why you should be adding to your homes value now even if you are not…
Read More[PODCAST] Higher Interest Rates and The New Normal
We saw a rise in interest rates earlier this month and will probably see more in the New Year. Joe Cucchiara dissects what this means for the average consumer and who should be the most concerned. Could an over saturated stock market make for a rate drop in January? Where can we expect interest rates…
Read More[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…
Read More[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…
Read More[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…
Read MoreBuying 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…
Read MoreWho 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…
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