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2023 Real Estate Insights and Predictions - Tony Fink - Real Estate Right Now - Jay Izso

Real Estate Insights and Predictions for 2023

Well here we are in 2023. It’s a new year in real estate. Last year was, well, for a lack of a better term…wild. At the beginning of the year houses were flying off the market at record prices. By the end of the year, we saw interest rates rise for the first time in years, and the market went from a normalization to a slow down. That begs the question: What about 2023? What can we expect? Well of course like last year no one know for sure what it will bring, but there some indicators of what we may see in 2023. In this episode of Real Estate[…]

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Stacey Anfindsen and Jay Izso End of Year RTP Housing Report

What You Need to Know About the Research Triangle Housing Market – Stacey Anfindsen

One of the hottest markets in the U.S. is the Research Triangle Park (RTP) North Carolina market. If you are not familiar with the RTP then it is an area made of of three cities with three prominent research Universities. Raleigh North Carolina which is home to North Carolina State University, Durham North Carolina with is home to Duke University, and Chapel Hill North Carolina which is the home of the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill. In this episode of Real Estate Right Now, the owner and publisher of the TARR Report (Triangle Area Residential Realty) Stacey Anfindsen joins us to inform you where the RTP market has[…]

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Paul Fitts and Jay Izso Buying a Home for the Holidays

New Home Loan Limits – Buying a Home for the Holidays

With rising interest rates there have been some major changes in loan limits and loan programs. If you have been on the fence about buying a home then you may want to tune into the show and get the inside scoop as to what new programs are available to help make your buying decisions easier. Paul Fitts from Advantage Lending returns to the show to give you some economic insights and put your mind at easy when it comes to home shopping during the holiday season. Join us for a holiday en-LIGHTEN-ing show. Linda Craft & Team, Realtors for 35 years their clients say they are have “legendary” customer service. […]

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Buying a Home in the Mountains - Real Estate Right Now - Scott Thompson and Jay Izso

Buying a Home in the Mountains – Scott Thompson and Jay Izso

Many people are interested in purchasing a home in the mountains. Some for investment purposes, some as a vacation property, others just want to live in the mountains. Is there a difference in the buying process? Are there considerations you should make before you purchase that mountain home? Home Buyers Expert Specialist Scott Thompson of Linda Craft Team, Realtors joins us on Real Estate Right Now. Scott has lived in the mountains most of his life. He has purchased and sold mountain homes over the course of his life. And he talks with us about what you should know when it comes to purchasing your mountain home.  YOU can contact[…]

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Steve Kruger and Jay Izso Intro to Buying Your First Rental Property -Real Estate Right Now

Introduction to Buying Your First Rental – Steve Kruger and Jay Izso

  A popular topic we are often asked on Real Estate Right Now is about investing in real estate. There is certainly more to it that buying something and renting it. For example: How do you know if the property you are going to buy is going to be a good investment? How do you calculate the “CAP” rate? What is a “CAP” rate for that matter? How do you know if you are going to get a good return on your investment (ROI). Well on this episode Selling, Buying, and Investor Purchasing expert Steve Kruger (Professor Kruger), from Linda Craft Team, Realtors takes you to an introductory class on[…]

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Doug Schoonmaker and Jay Izso Real Estate Right Now Show

Mortgage Programs with 100% financing – Todays Market and More!

There is an song from the 80’s entiteld “Should Stay or Should I Go” by the “Clash”.  Well we ask the quesiton in this episode of Real Estate Right Now with “Should I Buy or Should I Stay”. Doug Schoonmaker, VP, Mortgage Originator/Area Sales Manager for Unitied Community Bank gives us an update in the real estate market, and some tips on navigating this market. Are we headed for a recession.  Doug also introduces us to two programs with 100% financing.  It is a fun show that will certainly educate you…listen for Doug’s little ditty entitled, “Marry the Mortgage and Date the Rate”. Linda Craft Team, Realtors for 35 years their clients[…]

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Real Estate Fact or Fiction Dwayne Reese Jay Izso - Real Estate Right Now Show

Real Estate: Fact or Fiction

There are so many misconceptions when it comes to real estate. Some are true, some have a hint of truth, but most are false. In this episode of Real Estate Right Now, seller and buyer expert Dwayne Reese with Linda Craft Team, Realtors joins us to help separate the “facts” from the “fiction” when it comes to real estate. Fact or Fiction: The real estate market is going to tank? Fact or Fiction: You do not need an real estate professional when you purchase a new home? Fact or Fiction: Now is not a good time to buy a home? Fact or Fiction: Now is not a good time to[…]

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Bill Smith and Jay Izso Interview with a First Time Home Buyer - Real Estate Right Now

Interview with a First Time Homebuyer

People buy homes everyday. But how many people have truly shared their experience? Experiences such as their motivations to want to purchase a home. What their fears and concerns were buying their first home. That process of selecting a home that they felt was right for them. Was there buyers’ remorse? Well in this episode we meet a first time home buyers Bill Smith who is in his 20’s purchasing his first home? How did he do it? Why did he do it? All these questions and more will be answered in this episode of Real Estate Right Now! Are you ready to make your next life transition?  When it[…]

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Jason Kogok and Jay Izso Real Estate Right Now Show

A Beginners Guide to Building Wealth With Real Estate – Jason Kogok

One of the most common requested shows we are asked to do is shows in regard to investing in real estate. To be perfectly honest there is so much to say when it comes to real estate investing, but having a step by step process makes it so much easier. So if you are one of those who have asked, “how do I invest in real estate and build wealth?” Look no further because this episode is for you. Author and Real Estate Investment guru Jason Kogok joins us for the full show to tak about real estate investing for beginners and brings to life his latest book, “Plug the[…]

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Crazy Things in Real Estate - Kim Crump - Jay Izso - Real Estate Right Now Show

Crazy Things in Real Estate & What a Hanyman Can Do for You

Real estate is not always glamourous. In fact there are times when real estate takes some pretty crazy twists and turns. In this episode of Real Estate Right Now Listing and Buyer Specialist Kim Crump of Linda Craft Team Realtors joins us to share with some of the unusual, weird, and down right bizarre situations she has incountered in her real estate career. Then Handyman Steve Austin (not to be confused with the 6 MIllion Dollar Man) talks about making repairs or making enhancements to your home, and he will aslotalk about some of the most unusual requests he has done that you may think a handyman may not do. […]

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