Water Cooler Real Estate

Homes are not SOLD online, but they are ELIMINATED! When you list your home with a Real Estate Professional, your agent will input/list your home in the local MLS (Multiple Listing Service)  The Insiders give you tips on how to maximize Exposure, but even more importantly, maximize your Showings!

Not every house is connected to the public sewer lines, and a lot of buyers are afraid when they hear "Septic Tank". However, as prices go up in the big cities, buyers are looking to move further away from the inner city. These buyers are more likely to happen upon properties that have wells and septic tanks. So this information is good for getting over those fears or uneasy feelings.

As we are in a Sellers Market in many areas across America, it is now more important than ever, to stand out and above the competition when purchasing a home.  In  this episode, The Insiders help explain the offer process, and give tips on crafting a Winning Offer to get you in the home of your dreams.

Which Loan Program is right for you and your needs?  Our guest expert, Robin Weirich of Security National Mortgage Company, returns to explain some of the common Government & Conventional loan programs.

Earnest Money – Your Financial Promise How much money should I put down when I make an offer on a property? Information on typical Earnest money deposit amounts When is it refundable When is it no longer refundable

Agency - Who represents you? Are you represented to the fullest? Understanding the confidentiality laws, disclosure requirements, and the duties of a Real Estate Broker to you as a Buyer or Seller.

During the Inspection Period, negotiating repairs is one of the leading causes of sale fails in real estate transactions.    The Insiders discuss inspection reports, how to list and value Buyer desired repairs, and determine which may be Deal Killers to the transaction!  

First American Home Warranty   Our guest expert, Mike Reed (First American Home Warranty), joins us to discuss how Home Warranties also benefit Sellers, and can actually make a Buyer's offer stand out above the competition.

Everyone is looking for a good real estate deal these days.  With prices skyrocketing in most metropolitan areas buyers are willing to go to any lengths to get a bargain On top of that, Buyers are knowingly or unknowingly taking on significantly more risk when purchasing homes in unconventional ways. One of these non-traditional ways of buying a home is Online Real Estate Auctions. For a savvy Buyer, there are opportunities found in online auctions, but there is also a larger potential for failure.

How does credit scoring affect loan options and your ability to purchase a home. Our guest expert offers tips on how to manage and/or improve your credit scores leading up to your purchase. Always consult a lender 3+ months prior to making purchase decisions.

Create a pricing strategy based on Seller goals, comparable properties, considering property condition and upgrades, and then reacting to market activity.

An inside look at Real Estate experts, brother and sister team, Cynthia and Jason Lee. Find out what makes them the Insiders, why they love what they do, and what listeners can expect from their Podcast Water Cooler Real Estate.