Mike D’Ambrosio
Condos as an Option or an Alternative
When dealing in low inventory markets sometimes you need to start looking at Plan B’s and even C’s. Today Joe and Mike look at the current state of the market and discuss alternative options if the single family home you want is just not available. What are the biggest pros and cons of condo HOA’s? …
Read MoreFinancial Trends And Flip Opportunities With Your Investment Accounts
Sometimes it doesn’t really matter how much money you have. If you make great money but don’t invest it appropriately, you’re not really prepared for the future/retirement/getting the most out of your money. Today Mike chats with Northwestern Mutual Financial Advisor, Zach Mattos, about creating a solid financial plan using your real estate. Specific topics…
Read More1031 Exchange as a Resource with Ron Ricard and Mike D’Ambrosio
Although today’s guest is well-known around the real estate community for his trainings and guesting on our podcast, the 1031 Exchange still remains an unfamiliar topic for many. Not that surprising since not even professional agents handle 1031 Exchanges on a regular basis. Mike calls up 1031 Exchange expert Ron Ricard to get more information…
Read MoreWhat Questions To Ask When Interviewing and Hiring a Realtor and Lender
There are two things you definitely know if you are a long time listener of our show. 1) The market is crazy right now thanks to low inventory and high demand; and 2) we are always stressing the importance of hiring the right team of trusted professionals. In today’s podcast Joe and Mike simulate a…
Read MoreCindy Carey Stops By to Discuss How We Can Help Save the Bees and More
Cindy Carey rejoins Mike in the studio once again bringing her vast wealth of knowledge to our show. Today Mike finds out about all the new projects Starburst Construction is working on and issues they are running into. Specific topics include: Health and safety testing Our nationwide shortage of construction workers Earth Day- How you…
Read MoreState of the Market with Justin Moles
Stewart Title Sales Manager, Justin Moles, drops for today’s podcast as he joins Joe and Mike for a State of the Market type of show. Our hosts start out with a discussion on the improved inventory and the emergence of appraisal challenges. Also in discussion: What is Title and Escrow and why we have it…
Read More[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…
Read MoreHome 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…
Read More[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…
Read MoreManaging 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…
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