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Why Waiting for Interest Rates to Go Down May Not Be In Your Best Interest

Podcast

“I will wait until interest rates go down.” We have heard it said. You may have even said it yourself. But as we have seen interest rates have not gone down, and the cost of housing has increased. Now what is the strategy? Is now the time to wait out the market? For many it is still I will wait, but what factors are you not considering by waiting? Could it be in reality costing you more? That dream house you have had your eye on…is it getting more expensive? In this episode of Real Estate Right Now Seller and Buyer Expert Dwayne Reese with Linda Craft Team Realtors joins[…]

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Kim Crump - 11 Myths in Todays Real Estate Market - Real Estate Right Now with Jay Izso - Linda Craft Team Realtors

11 Seller and Buyer Myths in Today’s Market

Buyer Myths, Podcast, real estate myths, Seller Myths

Today’s market has a number of challenges. Especially with inventory issues, mortgage rates, and consumer sentiment. And because of all of these issues and more, many sellers and buyers have come to believe several myths that simply are not true. If you are a seller, you may believe that you are in the driver seat and you pretty much can do what you want in the market.  But you as a buyer in this market, may believe that with higher interest rates you should wait.  Is this truth or fiction?  It’s time to do a little myth busting. In this episode of Real Estate Right Now, Seller and Buyer Expert[…]

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Paul Fitts - Are Interest Rates Artificially Inflated - Real Estate Right Now - Linda Craft Team Realtors

How Interest Rates Are Artificially Inflated

Interest Rates, Podcast

Are Interest Artificially Inflated? Do you understand how interest rates work?  If you do you are probably in the mortgage or banking industry.  The fact is that most people who buy a home have no idea how mortgage companies arrive at the interest rate you are told. The fact is there is a lot of people involved.  There are some other entities involved.  And truthfully speaking the mortgage company is typically not to blame.  So how do they arrive a the interest rate you and I pay? Well, when you combine data, technical support areas and politics the rate market has quite possibly reached it’s peak, and interest rates are[…]

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Michael Martin - Todays Real Estate Market and the Future - Real Estate Right Now with Jay Izso

What is the Real Estate Market Doing – What is the Future?

Podcast, Real Estate Market Update

So many things are happening in the real estate market. Inventory shortages, higher interest rates, decisions on buying and selling, how can we make sense of it all? Then what about the economy? Inflation and job numbers all of these things and more have an effect on our current real estate market. And we are all trying to time the market…should I sell, should I buy, what’s the answer? On this episode of Real Estate Right Now, Michael Martin of of the Martin Mortgage Group and Senior Branch Manager of Fairway Mortgage helps us navigate these uneasy waters, to give us a little more clarity and even gives us some[…]

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Dwyane Reece 4 Housing Myths - Real Estate Right Now with Jay Izso

4 Myths in Real Estate Affecting Home Buyers and Sellers

Home Buyes, Home sellers, Podcast, real estate myths

4 Myths in Real Estate Affecting Home Buyers and Sellers When it comes to buying and selling residential real estate there is a lot of rumors going around. It’s hard to know what is real and what is not. And let’s be honest social media is not helping. Yes, it is true interest rates are higher than what we knew a couple of years ago, but that does not mean the sky is falling when it comes to real estate. It’s also true the many people are reluctant to give up their 3% interest rates out of fear of having a higher payment. But again, there is more to the[…]

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Paul Fitts - Leveraging Your Low Interest Rate and Creating Wealth - Real Estate Right Now with Jay Izso

A Creative Way to Leverage Your Low Interest Rate and Create Wealth

Low Interest Rate, Podast

You may be one of those people who have a low interest rate and you are reluctant to sell because you see current interest rates. You ultimately you want to purchase a new home, but it is difficult for you to let go. But suppose there was a way that you didn’t have to give up your interest rate and still get into that new home you desire, would that interest you? Well in this episode or Real Estate Right Now Senior Loan Officer Paul Fitts of Advantage Mortgage joins again with a creative way you may be able to not lose that mortgage rate and still get into your[…]

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Perry Frutiger - Clayton Homes - The Future of Housting Going Modular - Real Estate Right Now with Jay izso

Embracing The Future – The Potential Benefits of Modular Homes

Manufactured Homes, Modular Homes, Podcast, Podcat

The housing industry is witnessing a paradigm shift with the rise of modular homes. These innovative dwellings, built using prefabricated components, are challenging traditional construction methods. With their endless customization options, cost-efficiency, and sustainable features, modular homes have emerged as a promising solution for those seeking affordable, eco-friendly, and stylish housing alternatives. ON this episode of Real Estate Right Now Perry Frutiger with Clayton Homes talks to us about the potential benefits of modular homes and why they deserve attention as the future of housing.  We will address questions like: What a modular home really is. How it differs from a mobile home and stick built home, and what the[…]

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Help Me Rhonda Interior Renovations that bring Value - Real Estate Right Now with Jay Izso

Updating the Interior of Your Home to Get the Most Value

Interior design, Podcast

It’s the middle of spring heading into summer. Perhaps you are thinking about putting your home on the real estate market, or perhaps you are thinking about doing some upgrades to your home. When it comes to the inside of your home what can you change or do that will bring the greatest value. Or maybe you have some ideas and are not sure what the latest trends are when it comes to giving the inside of your home a lift? On this episode of Real Estate Right Now Rhonda Benvie owner and CEO of “Help Me Rhonda Interiors” will shed some light (and that is something you may want[…]

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Steve Kruger - Featured - What I wish I would have known before I got into real estate - real estate right now with Jay Izso

What I Wish I Knew Before I Got Into Real Estate

being a real estate agent, Podcast

Many people want to believe that going to real estate as a career is easy. But the fact is you spend hours taking a pre-licensing course. Then you must past the provisional brokers exam. Then in two years you must take classes to become a full-broker. And once you make it through all those things then you have to build a business. Building a business is not easy. Trying find clients is not easy. And then when you do have a client say a buyer, you spend hours researching and showing homes. And then what if they don’t buy anything? Perhaps you do sell a home, but then you realize[…]

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Tony Fink Pro Buyer or Pro Seller - Real Estate Right Now with Jay Izso

Is North Carolina a “Pro Buyer” or “Pro Seller” State?

Buyer versus Seller in Real Estate, Podcast

If you are moving to North Carolina, like so many people are from so many different states, then you probably are asking the question, “is North Carolina a ‘Pro Buyer’ or ‘Pro Seller” state?”  And the answer is not an easy one.  Depending on what side you are on you actually may paint for yourself a different picture.  The unique contract that is used in the buying and selling process may not help you either.  So what is it? In this episode of Real Estate Right Now, Tony Fink Listing and Home Buying Expert for Linda Craft Team, Realtors shares his insights into the debate in a fun and informative[…]

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