Posts Tagged ‘construction’
Non-Contingent Offers And Being A Successful Buyer In A Competitive Market
There is a lot of emotion going around during a real estate sale whether it’s because someone is downsizing, moving up or just plain moving. Today Mike is joined by Intero Managing Officer and Core Services S.V.P., Brian Crane, who explains how to give yourself the best shot at securing the home you want when…
Read MoreNation’s Most Competitive Housing Market
If you had to take a guess, which cities would you say make up our nation’s most competitive housing market? It shouldn’t be surprising that the top three of the top ten markets are located in Silicon Valley. Today Joe looks at components that make Silicon Valley a hot spot for real estate such as…
Read MoreCondos 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 MoreNavigating Multiple Offers In A Rising Purchase Price Market
Living in the Bay Area you know just how hard it is dealing with real estate when prices are constantly rising. Joe explains how to navigate real estate, lending and partnerships in today’s market, especially if this is your first time going through the process. Specific topics include: Understanding why prices continue to rise Can…
Read MoreSmall Living and Tiny Homes Concept
Nanny pods. Tiny homes. Whatever you want to call them they’re online, on television and in the market. Today Joe looks at these new wave housing alternatives that are gaining recognition in real estate. Not familiar with this concept? No worries, Joe provides us with a full explanation of what these minuscule homes are and…
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 More[podcast] Strategies For You in a Rising Interest Rate Environment
Interest rates are not going to stay low forever and consumers could use some education to better understand what they may want to do as rates rise. Expanding on yesterday’s video, Joe shares several strategies and considerations to help us adjust to a new environment with higher rates. Specific strategies include: Consolidating your 1st and 2nd…
Read MoreParental Transitioning In Real Estate
Each day many Americans are confronted by the unfortunate reality that their parents are getting older, and it may be time to reconsider living situations. After the startling discovery that Laura’s parents do not have home owners insurance (because why would you when you don’t have a lender requiring it) Mike and Laura discuss several…
Read MoreWhy Remodeling Today Could Save You Money Next Year
We always knew our readers liked home improvement – but we never realized how much until a recent blog post reportedly hit quite close to home for many of you! By popular demand we are pleased to present a podcast based on our blog “Why Remodeling Today Could Save You Money Next Year” (click HERE…
Read More[PODCAST] New HOA Assistance Program and 2017 Predictions with Mike D’Ambrosio
Even with a more balanced buyer and sellers market, it’s no secret California and the Bay Area is still dealing with a housing crisis. Today Mike discusses a new HOA assistance program you may not have heard of, but is gaining traction. There are several stipulations qualified first time home buyers must meet to achieve…
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