The Grand Forks Real Estate Podcast with Jon Broden

Landlords, are you maximizing the three key ways rental properties build wealth? Cash flow, appreciation, and loan paydown can transform your investment strategy! Start building long-term success today.

Wondering if fixing up your home before selling is worth it? Discover how simple updates like new paint, flooring, and landscaping can boost your home's value and attract more buyers for a profitable sale!

Thinking about buying a home with a $100K household income? Let's break down what that really means for your budget, from mortgage rates to monthly payments. I'll walk you through the key numbers, so you can make the smartest move in today's market. Ready to find out if your dream home is within reach? Listen to this podcast episode to find out!

Discover how early preparation can save you time, stress, and money while securing the home of your dreams. Learn the steps every smart buyer should take to increase their chances of success!

Let's talk about the risks of overpricing your home and how it can lead to prolonged market time, skepticism from buyers, and ultimately, a lower sale price. Tune in for practical tips on pricing strategies and learn how to maximize your home's market potential.

Exciting changes are coming to the real estate industry starting August 17th! Tune in to discover how new regulations will affect home buyers and why transparency in agent agreements is more important than ever.

Thinking of upgrading to a bigger or better home? Avoid these costly mistakes when moving up! In this episode, we talk about the common pitfalls of moving up and how to avoid them, from timing your sale to managing the transition.

Wondering if putting 20% down on a home is worth it? We break down the pros and cons of this traditional home buying rule. Find out what might be the best strategy for your financial situation.

Join us unpack the current state of housing affordability in 2024. What factors do you think are contributing to the challenge of purchasing a home? If you're a prospective homebuyer, stay informed on the realities of homeownership in today's market.

Tune in to our latest episode where we talk about which home improvement projects deliver the highest return on investment. Whether you're looking to sell soon or just want to boost your home's value, learn these practical tips on which upgrades are worth your time and money. 

Thinking about buying your first home? In this episode, we break down the entire process step by step. Whether you've been renting for a year or a decade, find out what to expect from start to finish. From saving for the down payment to working with real estate experts, we've got you covered with all the essential tips and insights you need to make your first home purchase a smooth and successful experience.

Join us for an engaging episode where we discuss your comments and opinions about Dave Ramsey. We'll read and react to listener feedback, exploring different views on his financial advice. Whether you're a fan or a critic, this episode is packed with insightful discussions on managing money in today's world.

Get ready for a deep dive in this episode as we chat about whether the famous Dave Ramsey method is still on point in 2024. Discover new angles on personal finance strategies, weigh in on how the classics hold up today, and grab some fresh ideas to ace your money goals this year!

Dive into the latest real estate trends with our new episode, where we compare this year's spring market to previous ones. Get expert insights into the current market dynamics, trends, and key factors shaping the real estate industry. Learn what makes this season unique and its potential effects on your property buying or selling strategies.

Delve into the world of real estate dilemmas with this episode focusing on the age-old debate: Buying a Fixer Upper vs. Move-In Ready homes. Explore the pros and cons of each option, discover important things to consider, and equip yourself with the knowledge to choose the home that best aligns with your lifestyle and investment goals.

Listen to this insightful episode where we break down the secrets behind how realtors work out the best price for your home. Dive into the factors that influence property pricing decisions and learn how you can better understand the process behind setting the right price for your home.

Are you thinking about getting into the game of investing in rental properties? If so, this is a great video for you! In this episode, we discuss how to figure out what is a good or bad deal when it comes to purchasing rental properties and what you should be practicing right now to be ready for that first investment purchase!

In this episode we touch on the settlement in the NAR lawsuit and what changes will take effect in the real estate industry. We also discuss some misconceptions about the settlement as well as why it might actually be better for sellers to continue offering buyers agent compensation.

Bidding wars on homes happen more often than you think. Be ready and know how to handle them when your dream home is up for grabs.

In this Episode we talk about FSBO's - For Sale by Owners. It might seem easier to sell your home without any help, but that really isn't the case. Here are four mistakes FSBO's make when trying to sell their home.

I talk a lot about the Grand Forks housing market and real estate tips, but in this episode I decided to share a little bit about me and how I got into the real estate world.

In today's episode we talk about what "house poor" means and how you can avoid it. If you are looking at purchasing a new home, this is something you won't want to miss!

In this episode we discuss the process of moving up from one home to another and how that process can be a little more complicated. Are you growing out of your current home and thinking about 'moving up' into a larger home? If so, this is one podcast you won't want to miss!

In today's episode, we discuss some good first steps to take when thinking about purchasing a home. It doesn't mean you are looking to purchase right away, but these steps are a great way to get that ball rolling on purchasing your next house

In today's episode we discuss some of the misconceptions or myths I see when working with home buyers. There is a lot of information out there and it is not always current. If you are looking to purchase a home, this is one podcast you will want to hear!

At the start of every month, I send out a Grand Forks Market Update with stats from the previous month. The Market Update is jammed back with a lot of information. In this episode, we lay it all out and explain what it all means and what information is important for you to know.  

Grant Cardone is well known in the Real Estate Industry and has offered some great advice over the years. But some of his advice is not as good as others. In this episode we discuss what I consider Grant Cardone's worst advice.

During the winter our local housing market tends to slow down. In this episode we talk about some tips to help your home sell in these slow, cold winter months.  

I'm sure many of you have heard of the interest rates rising in 2023. What does this mean and how will this affect you when buying a home? Learn all about it here!

When buying a home, it is always a good idea to consider the neighborhood the home is located in. There are a number of reasons to consider this. In this episode we talk about how to choose a home in a neighborhood that will be a good investment and have a good resale value for the future.

Thinking about flipping your first house? Flipping homes can be a great investment but they can also be a huge undertaking. Are you ready for this type of adventure?   In this episode we talk about the 6 steps when flipping your first home. Find out what you can do to make your first flip a success!

In this episode we talk about renting and buying in different cities and discuss how everyone's situation is a little different. Would it make more sense to continue to rent or are you in a place where buying a home would be financially beneficial for you?    LISTEN AND FIND OUT MORE!

In this episode we talk about the difference between homeownership and renting. It is said that homeowners are typically 40x more wealthy than the average renter. Is there any truth to this? If so --- what are these serious advantages from homeownership?

As in everything in life, there are good and then there are bad agents in real estate. In this episode we discuss the #1 sign of a bad realtor.

There is a lot of confusion with closing costs in the real estate world. Many new buyers don't even know what they are and why they exist. In this episode we discuss what closing costs are and clear up some of the confusion that people have regarding them.

Just like everything else in our lives, the housing market changed a lot from pre-pandemic to now. In this episode we discuss how things were and how the Grand Forks housing market has changed from 2019 to today.

No one would say that the home buying process is easy --- BUT it doesn't have to be a difficult one either and that is where your Realtor comes in. In this episode we go over the entire home buying process from start to finish. Are you looking at buying a home soon? Then this is something you will want to listen to!

Trying to sort out your personal finances? Look no further! In this episode we talk about some rules that I have gathered from other GREAT personal finance experts!

You are at the point in your life where you want to purchase your first home. Now what? Where do you start? In this episode we go over everything you need to know when starting the home buying process. If you think you are ready to start this exciting journey, this is something you will not want to miss.

How do you know when you are ready to buy your first home? There are a lot of things that should be considered and there are some good examples of this on the Netflix series "How to Get Rich". In this episode we discuss what should be considered before you buy your first home and when you might be ready to make that big step.

What is the the busiest time of the year for real estate in the Grand Forks area? In the past few years it has been between the months of March through June. Why is that? Is that the best time to buy or sell your home? Listen and find out!

We started to see bidding wars when the interest rates were REALLY LOW and because of the lack of inventory they are still happening! Listen and learn as we dig deeper and discuss how a listing agent and seller should handle a bidding war.

What is House Hacking? Is this a good or bad thing? Or is this something we could potentially benefit from? In this episode dig into what house-hacking is and what it is all about. 

If you are thinking about buying your first home --- YOU NEED TO LISTEN THIS EPISODE. There is a lot information and myths out there and here are some of the things you will need to know before you start the homebuying process.

It can be challenging for homeowners to put a value on how much their home is worth. Today we discuss some of the most common mistakes we see homeowners make when figuring out the true value of their home.