Seattle Real Estate with Mark Chavez

In this episode I chat with a local Seattle lender about when to get pre-qualified for a home purchase if you're thinking about buying a home in today's market.

In this episode I talk with Rebekah Baze a Seattle based HOA Consultant who will share some insight on the importance of understanding a home's HOA CC&R, finances and how that will impact you as an owner/resident. Questions What is your background and how did you get into being an HOA Consultant? What is an HOA Consultant? Why is it important to understand the Resale Certificate & HOA Docs when buying into a community with an HOA? What are some of the questions buyers buying into an HOA should be asking or be concerned about? What are the trends/insights you see about communities with HOAs? What are some red flags? What are some of your consumer tips? Guest: Rebekah Baze, HOA Consultant www.cicconsultinggroup.com, rebekah@cicconsultinggroup.com, 425-681-3381 Hosts: Mark Chavez, Residential Realtor - Windermere RE Mount Baker 206-960-6275, http://markchavezrealty.com, markchavez@windermere.com

Show Notes In this episode I talk with Dylan Chalk, a local Seattle Metro home inspector who's written a book for the rest of us. A home inspector's tips for finding your perfect home by understanding home's construction and required maintenance. Questions How long have you been a home inspector? Why did you write this book? Explain how you breakdown the main home components? Core Entrenched Disposable Explain your red flags Cheat Sheet Chapter 17: Common Problems & House Trends Guest: Dylan Chalk, Orca Inspection Services https://orcainspect.com/, dylan@orcainspect.com, (206) 842-3739 Reference Material The Confident House Hunter, by Dylan Chalk Hosts: Mark Chavez, Residential Realtor - Windermere RE Mount Baker 206-960-6275, http://markchavezrealty.com, markchavez@windermere.com

There is hope for buyers in finding their next home this summer. Hosts: Mark Chavez, Residential Realtor - Windermere RE Mount Baker 206-960-6275, http://markchavezrealty.com, markchavez@windermere.com

In this episode I talk to Dr. Josh Montgomery about how your pets may be impacted during the process of selling your home, moving and how you can prepare to help them cope with all the changes. Questions How can disrupting a pets environment cause anxiety? How can anxiety manifest itself? What can pet owners do to prepare and handle their pets anxiety when they're showing their home or moving? What are your tips for listeners who are relocating and will need to drive long distance or fly with their pets? Guest: Josh Montgomery, DVM, Montgomery Mobile https://mobilevetseattle.com/, montgomery@mobilevetseattle.com, (206) 858-1263 Product Recommendations to talk to your vet about Feliway, Adaptil; Rescue Remedy; Zylkene; Thundershirt Hosts: Mark Chavez, Residential Realtor - Windermere RE Mount Baker 206-960-6275, http://markchavezrealty.com, markchavez@windermere.com

Looking to relocate to Seattle area? Listen to past clients as they explain the process of relocating to Western Washington from Colorado and buying their new home. Questions Why did you decide to move to Seattle? How did you start your process of relocating? What did you find stressful about the relocating process? What eased your stress about relocating? What did you learn about this process? What advice would you share with others looking to relocate to Seattle or into other states? Tips to relocating

Thoughts on today's market for seller's and buys Client success stories Tips for sellers/buyer Podcast Comments Real estate market video by Shaun Johnson TikTok @johnsonfiles Shaun Johnson Woodland Park Zoo Events: https://www.zoo.org/events?cid=2&ceid=1145&cerid=1727&cdt=5%2f1%2f2021 Dinosaur Discovery & Color Life Happy art exhibit by PaTan Robinson Guest: Cynthia Gamel, Residential Realtor - Windermere RE Mount Baker (206) 396-2105, http://cynthiagamel.withwre.com/ Hosts: Mark Chavez, Residential Realtor - Windermere RE Mount Baker 206-960-6275, http://markchavezrealty.com Joanna Chavez, Assistant to Mark Chavez - Windermere RE Mount Baker 425-405-5890

Learn how to read a reserve study from the HOA Association Resources for HOA Document Review Association Reserves, https://www.reservestudy.com/ BBF Resources, http://bbfresources.com, 425-681-3381 Marshal Johnson, PCAM, http://cwdgroup.com, 206-706-8000 Hosts: Mark Chavez, Residential Realtor - Windermere RE Mount Baker 206-960-6275, http://markchavezrealty.com Joanna Chavez, Assistant to Mark Chavez - Windermere RE Mount Baker 425-405-5890

Seattle market update April 2021.

In today's podcast I'm joined by a special guest Jan Mitchell, my past client who's sharing her experience about selling her sister's home in Seattle and why she doesn't recommend selling without the help of a real estate agent. Jan lives in the Chicago area and has recently joined the real estate world by launching her own staging business. Guest: Jan Mitchell Web: https://jansstaginganddesigns.com/ 773-575-1142 Hosts: Mark Chavez Residential Realtor - Windermere RE Mount Baker 206-960-6275 * markchavez@windermere.com http://markchavezrealty.com Joanna Chavez, Assistant to Mark Chavez - Windermere RE Mount Baker

Listen as we take you through the process of buying a home in this highly competitive market.

Join Joanna & I as we walk through the process of selling your home. 1. Find a Realtor Discuss plans Initial walk through for a more accurate property valuation Review market stats & comps Discuss marketing strategy 2. Get your financing and pre-approval started Real Estate Buying Process podcast 3. Prep home for listing Decluttering Moving out Touch ups/updates Discuss any punch list items that need to be taken care of 4. Value of a minor investment (if needed) $12,0000 investment New carpet New paint Landscape 5. Review offers Strongest offer with best terms Most qualified buyer 6. Negotiate Inspection repairs Low appraisal Contract date modifications 7. Closing Project manager all key players for a smooth and timely close Hosts: Mark Chavez Residential Realtor - Windermere RE Mount Baker C: 206-960-6275 * markchavez@windermere.com http://markchavezrealty.com Joanna Chavez, Assistant to Mark Chavez - Windermere RE Mount Baker

In this episode I interview a Seattle local home inspector and get his insight on the value of home inspections. Why hire a home inspector? Should clients shadow you during the inspection? What are some things you have found that were not easily visible by the layperson. What is the average cost for a home inspection? Understanding the ROI of a home inspection. Why should a client attend the inspection? Should home owners periodically do home inspections of their house? What are things you commonly see home buyers get nervous about that are not that serious? Guest: Greg Curran Web: http://.foxdeninspection.com (206) 409-2036 Hosts: Mark Chavez Residential Realtor - Windermere RE Mount Baker C: 206-960-6275 * markchavez@windermere.com http://markchavezrealty.com Joanna Chavez, Assistant to Mark Chavez - Windermere RE Mount Baker

In this podcast, I give a quick overview of the types of home in the Seattle Market. Including: Single Family Home, Condo, Townhouse and Co-op. Hosts: Mark Chavez Residential Realtor - Windermere RE Mount Baker C: 206-960-6275 * markchavez@windermere.com http://markchavezrealty.com Joanna Chavez, Assistant to Mark Chavez - Windermere RE Mount Baker

Episode Notes: In this episode I'm joined by a dear friend of mine and financial coach, Jared Lyman as we discuss the value of hiring a full time realtor for all your real estate transactions. My process to starting your home buying process Meeting with a Realtor within the early stages of your home search is key. Realtors are super important members of your home buying team I provide updated information about the market Send you properties & information about your micro market for the area and type of homes you're looking for. Enjoy being a resource for your real estate questions. Before our initial meeting I have my buyers complete their Home Buyer Questionnaire. This gives me an insight into what my buyers they're looking for so I can prepare and properly advise them from our initial meeting. Finances Confirm your buying power by getting your pre-approval from a reputable lender. If you don’t already have a lender you want to work with, I can recommend a few lenders to choose from that I feel will be a fit to your particular situation. Setting up your financing to buy a home starts with understanding your Debt to Income Ratio: Your debt-to-income ratio is all your monthly debt payments divided by your gross monthly income. Exploring Down Payment Options Down payment money is out there we'll help you find it. Here is a link to help you explore some options on your own. Down Payment Resource Center Resources: The Confident House Hunter by Dylan Chalk Guest: Jared Lyman Podcast: Money, It's Math & Mental Web:https://www.financiallyabundantlife.com/ Hosts: Mark Chavez Residential Realtor - Windermere RE Mount Baker C: 206-960-6275 * markchavezrealty.com Joanna Chavez, Assistant to Mark Chavez - Windermere RE Mount Baker

Benefits to buying homes off season You get to see how the home handles the harsh weather Mortgage rates are low so many buyers are ready to buy The seller may be moving out of necessity and may be willing to make a deal Don't let the pressure of buying get to you Don't sacrifice your budget or home criteria just to win a house Market update More title reports were ordered this January compared to last year, which means more homes are being prepped to hit the market this spring. Make a mortgage budget & stick to it What is the monthly mortgage you are comfortable with and stick with that Make a back-up stretch budget in case you need to escalate on the price to submit a competitive offer Know your home criteria What are your must haves for your future home What are your nice to haves What are your deal breakers Hosts: Mark Chavez Residential Realtor - Windermere RE Mount Baker C: 206-960-6275 * markchavez@windermere.com http://markchavezrealty.com Joanna Chavez, Assistant to Mark Chavez - Windermere RE Mount Baker

Launching our first podcast with a little bit about ourselves and informing people about the fast moving Seattle Real Estate market. Hosts: Mark Chavez Residential Realtor - Windermere RE Mount Baker C: 206-960-6275 * markchavez@windermere.com http://markchavezrealty.com Joanna Chavez, Assistant to Mark Chavez - Windermere RE Mount Baker