Real Estate Today

Are you wondering what it takes to invest in real estate? REALTOR® Kristin Smith from Dallas, Texas shares how she got started buying real estate properties and how she’s grown her portfolio. REALTOR® Luke Worrell from Illinois explains what makes a piece of land a good real estate investment purchase. NAR Chief Legal Office Katie Johnson discusses a class action lawsuit that could change the way home buyers and sellers pay real estate commissions and make purchasing a home more expensive for home buyers, especially first-timers. She also shares why it may also be very bad news for home sellers. And Melissa Dittmann Tracey explains what “booing your neighbor” is and if it’s hot or not.

Do you want to know the best way to sell your house this fall? Chief Economist at realtor.com Danielle Hale examines what home buyers and sellers can expect in the real estate market over the next few months. REALTOR® Kristina Rhodes from Evansville, Indiana shares what a home seller should look for in an offer, the importance of possession and why location, condition, and market are the three keys to a successful real estate sale. Also, REALTOR® Michael Labout from Colorado Springs, Colorado talks about the importance of curb appeal and why it’s important to make sure your home’s exterior and landscaping is clean and looks beautiful. And don’t forget to look at the roof. Also, Melissa Dittmann Tracey shares what Halloween decorating trends are hot or not.

Hear advice on successfully buying a home in the current real estate market, including tips on assembling a reliable team, making attractive offers, and adjusting to seller motivations. Learn about down payment assistance programs, the importance of down payments, and the trend of Swedish death cleaning. Discover the role and benefits of a home inspector in saving money after buying a house. Plus, get a sneak peek into the next episode on selling homes effectively.

What will the real estate market be like this fall? NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun shares the latest existing-home sales data and how low inventory and higher interest rates are impacting the market. REALTOR® Rebecca Thomson, who practices real estate in Illinois, Indiana and Michigan, shares tips for home buyers to win the home of their dreams and for home sellers to sell their house efficiently and for a good price. Paul Pastelok from Accuweather shares the autumn weather forecast and if October is expected to bring a big change from warm weather to snow and cold temperatures. Kris Kiser from the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute shares the best way to maintain power equipment before winter hits. And Good Neighbor Finalist, RIck Furnish, shares why he started South Dakota Kids Belong and the impact it has had on him. Also, Melissa Dittmann Tracey lets us know if faux fur and pendent lighting fixtures are hot or not. This episode was brought to you by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, who wants to make sure you move with confidence. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration offers free resources to help before, during and after a move at https://www.protectyourmove.gov.   

Do you want to make sure your home valuation is the maximum it can be? REALTOR® Natalie Davis from Colorado talks about how important home maintenance is to a home’s value and why you need to make sure your HVAC and furnace get regular service. Appraiser David Griffith explains what items have the biggest impact on a home’s value during the appraisal process. And, REALTOR.com Chief Economist Danielle Hale discusses their 2023 Best Time to Buy Report. REALTOR® Steven Sharpe discusses NAR’s Good Neighbor Awards and his program, Camp Horizon, a camp that allows kids with physical disabilities to enjoy summer activities in an outdoor environment. Also, Melissa Dittmann Tracey lets us know what a blobby or blobject are and if they are hot or not. This episode was brought to you by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, who wants to make sure you move with confidence. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration offers free resources to help before, during and after a move at https://www.protectyourmove.gov.   

Guests on this podcast discuss what to know before buying a condo. They cover topics such as the benefits of buying a condo, understanding condominium ownership and formation documents, different types of condominium insurance policies, and the impact of millionaire migration on tax revenues for states and municipalities.

Freddie Mac Deputy Chief Economist Len Kiefer explains why interest rates are high and if we can expect a 3% rate soon. REALTOR® Linda Rheinberger shares what buyers and sellers can expect in the market. Keith Gumbinger gives tips on getting the best mortgage rate. Melissa Dittmann Tracy discusses home design trends for summer and fall, including window film for energy efficiency.

Does the current real estate market present an opportunity to invest? REALTOR® Bill Armstrong from Frederick, Maryland says yes and explains why the high mortgage rates may help you get started. REALTOR® Brian Smith from Texas talks about the benefits of investing in raw land and letting the market come to you while REALTOR® Cynthia Shelton from Florida shares how to invest in commercial real estate. NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun gives the latest data on existing-home sales and housing inventory. Also, Melissa Dittmann Tracey shares whether windows with black trim or all-white bathrooms are hot or not.

You just got the house of your dreams but how do you make it feel like your home? We talk to home stager Nikki Watson from Dallas, Texas to get home design tips on picking furniture, utilizing wood, and whether you should avoid the painted accent wall for modern wainscoting. Sue Wadden from Sherwin-Williams explains how they will help you pick the best color paint for your home, what paint colors are popular, and how you can make sure your home has good color flow. REALTOR® Angel Piontek from Virginia talks about smart home tech and the important question of can a television actually be too big. And NAR Deputy Chief Economist Jessica Lautz discusses which home renovation projects bring homeowners the most joy. Also, Melissa Dittmann Tracey shares whether flat roofs or solar roofs are hot or not.

Moving to a new home can be overwhelming and with moving scams on the rise this year, you need to be prepared. REALTOR® Cristina Ann Grossu from North Carolina shares why it’s important to get moving insurance and know the moving company you use. Gayla Dixon from UniGroup, which owns United Van Lines and Mayflower Transit, gives tips on finding the right moving company, how to get the best price, and how to get ready for your big move. And Andi Batchelor discusses U-Haul’s annual growth states report to tell us where people are moving to in the U.S. Also, Melissa Dittmann Tracey lets us know if outdoor rugs or decorating the side of your house is hot or not.