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What is EBITDA, and why does it matter so much when building, financing, or selling a home service business?John Wilson and Jack Carr break down EBITDA in simple terms, including how it differs from net income and SDE, what a healthy EBITDA margin looks like, and why buyers, banks, and lenders pay so much attention to it.They also explain how EBITDA impacts business valuation, why maximizing profit doesn't always maximize company value, and the other financial metrics buyers look at during an acquisition.Plus, John shares the 50/30/20 framework used at Wilson: 50% gross margin, 30% SG&A, and 20% EBITDA.━━━━━━━━━━━━━━In This Episode━━━━━━━━━━━━━━• What EBITDA means and why it matters• EBITDA vs. net income and SDE• Healthy EBITDA margins for home service businesses• How EBITDA impacts business valuation• Using strong financials to access capital• Why higher EBITDA doesn't always mean a better business• The 50/30/20 framework━━━━━━━━━━━━━━Sponsors━━━━━━━━━━━━━━Quick StaffersHire trained HVAC and plumbing CSRs without the overhead of traditional hiring. Save $500 on your first placement with Quick Staffers:https://www.quickstaffers.com/Service ScalersGet more high quality leads with marketing built for home service companies. Book a free strategy call with Service Scalers and see what's driving real jobs: https://os.servicescalers.com/go/oao_podcast/referral/podcast━━━━━━━━━━━━━━Connect━━━━━━━━━━━━━━John Wilsonhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/johnbwilson1/Jack Carrhttps://x.com/thehvacjackSend Us Mail!More Ways To Connect with OAOStart HereOwned and Operated Newsletter Bonus Videos From JohnLeave a ReviewJohn Wilson, CEO of Wilson CompaniesJack Carr, CEO of Rapid HVAC

Welcome to Your Real Estate Voice with Barb Schlinker, your trusted source for all things real estate. Whether you're considering a move or just curious about the market, Barb is here to provide expert guidance and invaluable insights. With years of experience and a commitment to delivering results, Barb Schlinker and her team at Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty – Barb Has The Buyers Team is dedicated to helping you achieve your real estate goals. Don't hesitate to contact Barb directly at 719-301-3900 or visit BarbHasTheBuyers.com to tap into her extensive network of buyers and sellers. Get ready to experience a seamless and successful real estate journey with Your Real Estate Voice and Barb Schlinker by your side.Segment 1 – How to Sell a House When Market Prices are DroppingSegment 2 – How Smart Sellers Receive Multiple Offers—Even in a Declining MarketSegment 3 – How to Sell Your Home for Cash—Without Showings, Stress, or Contract FailuresSegment 4 – Top 5 Sellers Mistakes That REPEL Buyers From Your Home- Hot New ListingsYou are listening to the Real Estate Voice with Barb Schlinker of Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty. If you are thinking of making a move, call Barb at 719-301-3900 or visit BarbHasTheBuyers.com#yourrealestatevoice #barbschlinker #coloradosprings #yourhomesoldguaranteedrealtycolorado #barbhasthebuyers

Welcome to Your Real Estate Voice with Barb Schlinker, your trusted source for all things real estate. Whether you're considering a move or just curious about the market, Barb is here to provide expert guidance and invaluable insights. With years of experience and a commitment to delivering results, Barb Schlinker and her team at Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty – Barb Has The Buyers Team are dedicated to helping you achieve your real estate goals. Don't hesitate to contact Barb directly at 719-301-3900 or visit BarbHasTheBuyers.com to tap into her extensive network of buyers and sellers. Get ready to experience a seamless and successful real estate journey with Your Real Estate Voice and Barb Schlinker by your side.Segment 1 – How to Sell a House When Market Prices are DroppingSegment 2 – How Smart Sellers Receive Multiple Offers—Even in a Declining MarketSegment 3 – How to Sell Your Home for Cash—Without Showings, Stress, or Contract FailuresSegment 4 – Top 5 Sellers Mistakes That REPEL Buyers From Your Home- Hot New ListingsYou are listening to the Real Estate Voice with Barb Schlinker of Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty. If you are thinking of making a move, call Barb at 719-301-3900 or visit BarbHasTheBuyers.com#yourrealestatevoice #barbschlinker #coloradosprings #yourhomesoldguaranteedrealtycolorado #barbhasthebuyers

Welcome to Your Real Estate Voice with Barb Schlinker, your trusted source for all things real estate. Whether you're considering a move or just curious about the market, Barb is here to provide expert guidance and invaluable insights. With years of experience and a commitment to delivering results, Barb Schlinker and her team at Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty – Barb Has The Buyers Team is dedicated to helping you achieve your real estate goals. Don't hesitate to contact Barb directly at 719-301-3900 or visit BarbHasTheBuyers.com to tap into her extensive network of buyers and sellers. Get ready to experience a seamless and successful real estate journey with Your Real Estate Voice and Barb Schlinker by your side.Segment 1 – How to Sell a House When Market Prices are DroppingSegment 2 – How Smart Sellers Receive Multiple Offers—Even in a Declining MarketSegment 3 – How to Sell Your Home for Cash—Without Showings, Stress, or Contract FailuresSegment 4 – Top 5 Sellers Mistakes That REPEL Buyers From Your Home- Hot New ListingsYou are listening to the Real Estate Voice with Barb Schlinker of Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty. If you are thinking of making a move, call Barb at 719-301-3900 or visit BarbHasTheBuyers.com#yourrealestatevoice #barbschlinker #coloradosprings #yourhomesoldguaranteedrealtycolorado #barbhasthebuyers

Welcome to Your Real Estate Voice with Barb Schlinker, your trusted source for all things real estate. Whether you're considering a move or just curious about the market, Barb is here to provide expert guidance and invaluable insights. With years of experience and a commitment to delivering results, Barb Schlinker and her team at Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty – Barb Has The Buyers Team is dedicated to helping you achieve your real estate goals. Don't hesitate to contact Barb directly at 719-301-3900 or visit BarbHasTheBuyers.com to tap into her extensive network of buyers and sellers. Get ready to experience a seamless and successful real estate journey with Your Real Estate Voice and Barb Schlinker by your side.Segment 1 – How to Sell a House When Market Prices are DroppingSegment 2 – How Smart Sellers Receive Multiple Offers—Even in a Declining MarketSegment 3 – How to Sell Your Home for Cash—Without Showings, Stress, or Contract FailuresSegment 4 – Top 5 Sellers Mistakes That REPEL Buyers From Your Home - Hot New ListingsYou are listening to the Real Estate Voice with Barb Schlinker of Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty. If you are thinking of making a move, call Barb at 719-301-3900 or visit BarbHasTheBuyers.com#yourrealestatevoice #barbschlinker #coloradosprings #yourhomesoldguaranteedrealtycolorado #barbhasthebuyers

On this episode of All Things PNW, we sit down with Christie Giboney, lead designer and team manager at White Glove Home Staging and Improvements, to talk all things home staging. With over 6 years of staging experience and a real estate license to boot, Christie breaks down what actually moves the needle when it comes to prepping a home for sale.We cover:How much staging can really boost your final sale price (and cut down time on market)The top 3 areas to stage first if you're working with a limited budgetDesign trends worth following — and which finishes to keep timelessStaging vacant vs. owner-occupied homes, and why the latter is trickier (and more rewarding)Where AI and virtual staging fit in — and why Christie's not always a fanThe most overlooked room that can make a big impactA real before-and-after story where staging turned a stale listing into a two-week saleWhat sellers should start doing now if they're planning to list in the next 6–12 monthsPlus, we close things out PNW-style with local restaurant picks and our go-to cocktail segment.Whether you're a seller, an agent, or just curious what goes into making a house market-ready, this episode is packed with practical, real-world staging advice.

Hi, I'm Connor with Honor - message me here!Your capital gain is not your sale price.That one misunderstanding costs Santa Clarita sellers real money every single year, so let me clear it up.Your gain is your sale price, minus your selling costs, minus your adjusted basis. And your basis is not just what you paid. Every capital improvement you made over the years adds to it. New roof. Room addition. Pool. Kitchen. HVAC. Windows. Solar you paid for. Block wall.Which is why the cheapest tax savings in real estate is a shoebox full of receipts.Here is a real example. A married couple buys in Saugus in 2004 for $525,000. Over the years they put in $75,000 of improvements and they kept the paperwork. Basis is now $600,000. They sell in 2026 for $1,150,000. After about $70,000 in commission and closing costs, their gain is $480,000.They are married, they lived there the whole time, so the Section 121 exclusion shelters up to $500,000.Their entire gain is excluded. Zero federal capital gains tax. Zero California tax.That $75,000 in improvements they could PROVE is what kept them under the line.Now here is the part that should get every long-time owner's attention. That $250,000 single / $500,000 married exclusion has not changed since 1997. It is not indexed to inflation. Santa Clarita home values have multiplied several times over since then. The shelter has not moved an inch.More sellers blow past it today than ever did back then.I broke the whole thing down: adjusted basis, the two-of-five-year rule, 2026 federal rates, the 3.8% surtax, why California has no capital gains rate at all and just taxes it like wages, the 3.33% Form 593 withholding that surprises people at closing, depreciation recapture on rentals, and stepped-up basis.Full written breakdown: https://www.santaclaritaopenhouses.com/blog/capital-gains-tax-selling-your-home-santa-clarita-los-angeles-county-2026/Video: https://youtu.be/TTRxgMtrTeAI am a licensed agent, not a CPA and not a tax attorney. This is general information, not advice for your situation. Run your exact numbers with your own tax professional.Connor T. MacIvor · CalDRE #01238257 · Sync Brokerage, Inc. · DRE #02031490#SantaClarita #CapitalGains #HomeSelling #SantaClaritaRealEstateYoutube Channels:Conner with Honor - real estateHome Muscle - fat torchingFrom first responder to real estate expert, Connor with Honor brings honesty and integrity to your Santa Clarita home buying or selling journey. Subscribe to my YouTube channel for valuable tips, local market trends, and a glimpse into the Santa Clarita lifestyle.Dive into Real Estate with Connor with Honor:Santa Clarita's Trusted Realtor & Fitness EnthusiastReal Estate:Buying or selling in Santa Clarita? Connor with Honor, your local expert with over 2 decades of experience, guides you seamlessly through the process. Subscribe to his YouTube channel for insider market updates, expert advice, and a peek into the vibrant Santa Clarita lifestyle.Fitness:Ready to unlock your fitness potential? Join Connor's YouTube journey for inspiring workouts, healthy recipes, and motivational tips. Remember, a strong body fuels a strong mind and a successful life!Podcast:Dig deeper with Connor's podcast! Hear insightful interviews with industry experts, inspiring success stories, and targeted real estate advice specific to Santa Clarita.

What makes a home staging business truly sellable?Many home stagers assume that if their calendar is full, their inventory is moving, and revenue is strong, their business must be valuable to a buyer. But what if that's not the whole story?In this episode of The Real Women Real Business Podcast mini-series, How to Sell Your Home Staging Business, Shauna Lynn Simon breaks down one of the most important concepts business owners need to understand before they ever think about selling: a busy business is not always a sellable business.Listeners will learn how buyers evaluate a home staging business differently than owners do, why owner-operated and owner-dependent are not the same thing, and what creates confidence or concern during the sale process. Shauna Lynn also shares the five key things every buyer needs to believe before they are willing to invest in a business, along with practical questions that can help owners identify hidden risks and opportunities within their company today.Whether selling is years away or simply an option you'd like to preserve, this episode will help you build a stronger, more transferable, and more valuable business now while preparing for whatever comes next.If this episode sparks questions about your own business, be sure to grab the free Sell Ready ebook and continue following this series as Shauna Lynn explores the numbers, systems, inventory, and buyer conversations that influence business value and saleability.Timestamps:(00:08) - (04:42) - Why a busy staging business is not always a sellable business(04:43) - (09:21) - How buyers evaluate your business differently than you do(09:22) - (13:33) - The difference between owner operated and owner dependent(13:34) - (18:53) - The five things a buyer needs to believe before they buy(18:54) - (23:36) - Why your business needs a clear, transferable story(23:37) - (25:15) - Free sell-ready resources and what buyers care about nextResources:Get your "Is Your Home Staging Business Sellable?" ebook free when you use promo code SELL100: https://slsacademy.com/sellreadyLearn more about the Sell Your Staging Business Bootcamp (and claim your spot): https://slsacademy.com/sellyourbizRead the blog on the 4 Different Types of Business Buyers: https://www.slsacademy.com/how-to-sell-your-staging-business-buyer-types/

Could your home staging business be sold if life, burnout, or a major opportunity forced you to make a move sooner than expected?In this first episode of a special mini-series for home stagers, How to Sell Your Home Staging Business, Shauna Lynn Simon opens an important conversation for stagers who have wondered what happens to their business when they are ready to step away. She explains why exit readiness is not the same as selling, and why preparing now can make a staging business stronger, more profitable, and easier to run today.Listeners will learn why buyer-ready financials, transferable systems, clean processes, inventory clarity, and owner independence matter long before a sale is on the table. Shauna Lynn also reframes business value through a buyer's lens, helping owners understand what makes a staging business appealing, what can weaken buyer confidence, and why waiting until selling feels urgent can leave money behind.Tune in to start thinking more strategically about the business you are building, whether you plan to sell soon, years from now, or never.Timestamps:(00:09) - (04:48) - Why exit readiness matters before you are ready to sell(04:49) - (09:27) - The exit readiness test every staging business owner should ask(09:28) - (14:00) - Why waiting until you have to sell can cost you money and leverage(14:01) - (20:59) - What buyers are really looking for when they evaluate a staging business(21:00) - (27:55) - The five key areas that make a staging business more sellable(27:56) - (31:31) - How exit readiness can make your business stronger even if you never sell Resources:Get your "Is Your Home Staging Business Sellable?" ebook free when you use promo code SELL100: https://slsacademy.com/sellreadyLearn more about the Sell Your Staging Business Bootcamp (and claim your spot): https://slsacademy.com/sellyourbiz

Something a little different is coming to The Real Women Real Business Podcast!In this short preview, Shauna Lynn Simon introduces a special mini-series created specifically for home stagers who have ever wondered what it could look like to sell their business someday - or simply want to build a business that is stronger, more transferable, and easier to run.Across the series, Shauna Lynn will walk through the key areas staging business owners need to understand before selling, including exit readiness, buyer expectations, financials, valuation, inventory, systems, transferability, and the sale process itself.While this series is designed with home stagers in mind, there is value here for any business owner who wants to plan for the future and make smarter decisions now.This is not about pushing you to sell before you're ready. It's about helping you understand what makes a business more sell-ready, so you can create more options for whatever comes next.Follow along with the mini-series here:https://aboutshaunalynn.com/sybpodcast

Welcome to Your Real Estate Voice with Barb Schlinker, your trusted source for all things real estate. Whether you're considering a move or just curious about the market, Barb is here to provide expert guidance and invaluable insights. With years of experience and a commitment to delivering results, Barb Schlinker and her team at Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty – Barb Has The Buyers Team is dedicated to helping you achieve your real estate goals. Don't hesitate to contact Barb directly at 719-301-3900 or visit BarbHasTheBuyers.com to tap into her extensive network of buyers and sellers. Get ready to experience a seamless and successful real estate journey with Your Real Estate Voice and Barb Schlinker by your side.Segment 1 – How to Get Rich in Real Estate – VIP Investor ProgramSegment 2 – How Homeowners are Buying Their Next Home Before Selling Their Current OneSegment 3 – How to Negotiate a Real Estate Deal and WinSegment 4 – How to Sell Your Home Without Showing Nightmares – Hot New ListingsYou are listening to the Real Estate Voice with Barb Schlinker of Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty. If you are thinking of making a move, call Barb at 719-301-3900 or visit BarbHasTheBuyers.com#yourrealestatevoice #barbschlinker #coloradosprings #yourhomesoldguaranteedrealtycolorado #barbhasthebuyers

What's the best way to sell your home — on your own or with a real estate professional?This week on the Exit Strategies Radio Show, Corwyn J. Melette sits down with Tim Street for an honest conversation about FSBO (For Sale By Owner), homeowner equity, negotiation strategy, and the realities of selling in today's market.Tim also shares his 7-day FSBO preparation framework, strategies homeowners can use before listing their property, and the common mistakes that can cost sellers thousands during negotiations.This episode isn't about “FSBO vs Realtors.” It's about education, understanding your options, and helping families make informed decisions that support long-term wealth and legacy building.Key Takeaways:05:59 — Who should — and shouldn't — consider FSBO07:48 — The importance of preparation before listing a home11:16 — Why the real work begins after the offer comes in12:00 — Understanding contingencies and offer strategy15:00 — How inspections and transparency strengthen negotiations17:46 — The biggest misconceptions around FSBO20:31 — How protecting equity creates opportunities for the futureBecause here at the Exit Strategies Radio Show… we're always #legacybuilding.Connect with Tim Street

Thinking of selling your home but not sure when the right time is? Whether you're looking to upgrade, downsize, or relocate, we'll cover the key factors to consider when deciding to sell your home.Please like, follow,subscribe by clicking the links below:www.JasonGelios.com Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/c/ItsAllAboutTheRealEstate Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/jasongeliosrealtor/ Linkedinhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jasongelios Twitter (X)https://twitter.com/jasongelios Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/jasongeliosrealtor/ Pinteresthttps://www.pinterest.com/jasongelios/ Tik Tokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@jasongeliosrealtor?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Purchase Jason'sreal estate book 'Think Like a Realtor: New Edition' here:https://www.amazon.com/Think-Like-Realtor-residential-REALTOR%C2%AE/dp/B0D3YBG69H/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1PTDJATI1DGIO&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.0ZYEOTHIrRJpvYxn2OFLQhVM7bNB14x3B1NbWhdwZtDwC4SQi2MUb0sqWs3wURG6h5P7CcWsN3JxJMIk0jnrktCVQxiPTv8YI3gdtrmzNF_RqTIkj4vVfdl71ouS_IVA1eFc8ECABaTYbirhvPG9HPOw-x2aNB9_sn0OLoUYy2f0QnLgYJalQH376g9sxhSeVGct5yV1EFisL2o18-ihUUo_qJqRwCsDFA-2Sp2wACs.3kHmteGQeWS_zZ9SsgqMOfyCvBLUB57xIRKYTUiHgww&dib_tag=se&keywords=think+like+a+realtor&qid=1719583367&sprefix=think+like+a+realt%2Caps%2C360&sr=8-1 Purchase Jason'ssenior focused real estate book 'The Seniors Guide To Buying and Selling aHome: The Next Chapter' here:https://www.amazon.com/Seniors-Guide-Buying-Selling-Home/dp/B0FZMXH52M/ref=sr_1_1?crid=834V0AV7LVVB&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.tN6hVc68-lI33W_PZk7CSbfm79_ERr7Fq4LP9OVNeF6AryRAkclwp3jmXrayWFOTli6xufdFg8aUoJKzrgLWHcMzPmpfqUz6ryhqMjMxkPQ.pO4BMspck8VA-qvXZY93G0E8p58qB7mSCllAxuq7sI8&dib_tag=se&keywords=jason+gelios&qid=1763470048&sprefix=jason+gelios%2Caps%2C155&sr=8-1 Purchase Jason'sself-help book 'Beating The Force of Average: Proven tips for beating the forceof average, to achieve the success you desire, to live the life you really wantto live.' here:https://www.amazon.com/Beating-Force-Average-beating-average/dp/B0BHKGL4CS/ref=sr_1_6?crid=1ZUK6R7J4DLG2&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.tN6hVc68-lI33W_PZk7CSbfm79_ERr7Fq4LP9OVNeF6AryRAkclwp3jmXrayWFOTli6xufdFg8aUoJKzrgLWHcMzPmpfqUz6ryhqMjMxkPQ.pO4BMspck8VA-qvXZY93G0E8p58qB7mSCllAxuq7sI8&dib_tag=se&keywords=jason+gelios&qid=1763470142&sprefix=jason+gelios%2Caps%2C156&sr=8-6

If you're thinking about selling your home, are you truly seeing it through a buyer's eyes? In this episode, I walk you through what buyers are actually looking for in today's 2026 market and how that should shape the decisions you make before listing. With inventory still tight in Northern Westchester and competition strong, understanding buyer expectations is one of the most powerful ways to maximize your sale price.   You'll hear how small but strategic changes like painting, flooring updates, decluttering, and deep cleaning can significantly impact your home's value and appeal. I also talk about pricing strategy and why local expertise is critical when determining how to position your home in the market. If you want your home to sell for the highest possible price, this episode will help you think like a buyer and prepare like a professional.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: harrietlibovhomes.com/67 See my current listings here: harrietlibovhomes.com

Welcome to Your Real Estate Voice with Barb Schlinker, your trusted source for all things real estate. Whether you're considering a move or just curious about the market, Barb is here to provide expert guidance and invaluable insights. With years of experience and a commitment to delivering results, Barb Schlinker and her team at Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty – Barb Has The Buyers Team is dedicated to helping you achieve your real estate goals. Don't hesitate to contact Barb directly at 719-301-3900 or visit BarbHasTheBuyers.com to tap into her extensive network of buyers and sellers. Get ready to experience a seamless and successful real estate journey with Your Real Estate Voice and Barb Schlinker by your side.Segment 1 – Was Zillow Right About Home Prices or is it More FAKE NewsSegment 2 – How Smart Sellers Create Multiple Offers—Even in a Slower Market and Choose the Best Buyer Segment 3 – How to Sell Your Home for Cash—Without Showings, Stress, or Getting StuckSegment 4 – How to Choose the Right Real Estate Agent and Why It Could Cost You Thousands If You Don'tYou are listening to the Real Estate Voice with Barb Schlinker of Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty. If you are thinking of making a move, call Barb at 719-301-3900 or visit BarbHasTheBuyers.com#yourrealestatevoice #barbschlinker #coloradosprings #yourhomesoldguaranteedrealtycolorado #barbhasthebuyers

Welcome to Your Real Estate Voice with Barb Schlinker, your trusted source for all things real estate. Whether you're considering a move or just curious about the market, Barb is here to provide expert guidance and invaluable insights. With years of experience and a commitment to delivering results, Barb Schlinker and her team at Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty – Barb Has The Buyers Team is dedicated to helping you achieve your real estate goals. Don't hesitate to contact Barb directly at 719-301-3900 or visit BarbHasTheBuyers.com to tap into her extensive network of buyers and sellers. Get ready to experience a seamless and successful real estate journey with Your Real Estate Voice and Barb Schlinker by your side.Segment 1 – Was Zillow Right About Home Prices or is it More FAKE NewsSegment 2 – How Smart Sellers Create Multiple Offers—Even in a Slower Market and Choose the Best Buyer Segment 3 – How to Sell Your Home for Cash—Without Showings, Stress, or Getting StuckSegment 4 – How to Choose the Right Real Estate Agent and Why It Could Cost You Thousands If You Don'tYou are listening to the Real Estate Voice with Barb Schlinker of Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty. If you are thinking of making a move, call Barb at 719-301-3900 or visit BarbHasTheBuyers.com#yourrealestatevoice #barbschlinker #coloradosprings #yourhomesoldguaranteedrealtycolorado #barbhasthebuyers

Welcome to Your Real Estate Voice with Barb Schlinker, your trusted source for all things real estate. Whether you're considering a move or just curious about the market, Barb is here to provide expert guidance and invaluable insights. With years of experience and a commitment to delivering results, Barb Schlinker and her team at Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty – Barb Has The Buyers Team is dedicated to helping you achieve your real estate goals. Don't hesitate to contact Barb directly at 719-301-3900 or visit BarbHasTheBuyers.com to tap into her extensive network of buyers and sellers. Get ready to experience a seamless and successful real estate journey with Your Real Estate Voice and Barb Schlinker by your side.Segment 1 – Was Zillow Right About Home Prices or is it More FAKE NewsSegment 2 – How Smart Sellers Create Multiple Offers—Even in a Slower Market and Choose the Best Buyer Segment 3 – How to Sell Your Home for Cash—Without Showings, Stress, or Getting StuckSegment 4 – How to Choose the Right Real Estate Agent and Why It Could Cost You Thousands If You Don'tYou are listening to the Real Estate Voice with Barb Schlinker of Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty. If you are thinking of making a move, call Barb at 719-301-3900 or visit BarbHasTheBuyers.com#yourrealestatevoice #barbschlinker #coloradosprings #yourhomesoldguaranteedrealtycolorado #barbhasthebuyers

Welcome to Your Real Estate Voice with Barb Schlinker, your trusted source for all things real estate. Whether you're considering a move or just curious about the market, Barb is here to provide expert guidance and invaluable insights. With years of experience and a commitment to delivering results, Barb Schlinker and her team at Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty – Barb Has The Buyers Team is dedicated to helping you achieve your real estate goals. Don't hesitate to contact Barb directly at 719-301-3900 or visit BarbHasTheBuyers.com to tap into her extensive network of buyers and sellers. Get ready to experience a seamless and successful real estate journey with Your Real Estate Voice and Barb Schlinker by your side.Segment 1 – Was Zillow Right About Home Prices or is it More FAKE NewsSegment 2 – How Smart Sellers Create Multiple Offers—Even in a Slower Market and Choose the Best Buyer Segment 3 – How to Sell Your Home for Cash—Without Showings, Stress, or Getting StuckSegment 4 – How to Choose the Right Real Estate Agent and Why It Could Cost You Thousands If You Don'tYou are listening to the Real Estate Voice with Barb Schlinker of Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty. If you are thinking of making a move, call Barb at 719-301-3900 or visit BarbHasTheBuyers.com#yourrealestatevoice #barbschlinker #coloradosprings #yourhomesoldguaranteedrealtycolorado #barbhasthebuyers

Joining us in this episode of Living Off Rentals is a former Marine turned successful real estate agent. Tim Street is the founder of FoolProof FSBO (For Sale By Owner). After years in the industry, he realized that many homeowners were paying large commissions for processes they could handle themselves.  By teaching sellers how the process works, Tim helps them keep more equity from their home sale, avoid paying large commissions, and take control over pricing, marketing, and negotiations. Listen as he also explains the biggest mistakes homeowners make when trying to sell and how a clear system can help avoid costly errors. If you want to keep more money from your home sale, you won't want to miss this. Enjoy the show! Key Takeaways: [00:00] Introducing Tim Street and his background [03:07] Tim shifted from being an agent to teaching FSBO strategies [05:47] When it makes sense to sell with a realtor and when it doesn't [10:03] The difference between what other realtors do and what Tim does [13:34] What is strategic underpricing [15:58] The real costs of traditional real estate commissions [19:15] When it makes sense to use a real estate agent [21:55] The step-by-step process for listing a home without an agent [23:06] Easy steps to attract serious buyers with agent listings [24:26] In-venue marketing explained [27:44] About the book 'Thinking Fast and Slow' [28:41] What the whole system consists of [30:18] The pre-listing inspection [34:00] Staging vs de-staging your home [37:42] Geographic areas considered as 'sweet spots' for FSBO [39:53] Connect with Tim Street [41:38] Outro Guest Links: Website: https://foolprooffsbo.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foolprooffsbo/  Show Links: Living Off Rentals YouTube Channel – youtube.com/c/LivingOffRentals  Living Off Rentals YouTube Podcast Channel - youtube.com/c/LivingOffRentalsPodcast  Living Off Rentals Facebook Group – facebook.com/groups/livingoffrentals  Living Off Rentals Website – https://www.livingoffrentals.com/  Living Off Rentals Instagram – instagram.com/livingoffrentals  Living Off Rentals TikTok – tiktok.com/@livingoffrentals   

Wondering when's the best time to sell your home in Central Iowa this year? With interest rates making headlines, it's easy to feel hesitant. Most people don't realize that selling in the right month can boost your home's value. In this video, I'll show the key months in 2026 and why timing can get you top dollar. If you wait past that window, you could miss out on that growth. Click here to see when your home could earn the most this year.

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After discussing America’s staggering $90 billion jump in credit‑card debt, Greg and Holly turn to a deeper question: Could your home be part of what’s keeping you financially stuck? With prices still high and households feeling squeezed, they bring in Russell Faucette of The Stern Team at Omada Real Estate to explore whether selling a home—even with a low 3% mortgage—might be a strategic move for those drowning in consumer debt. They break down the tradeoff between protecting a low interest rate and improving monthly cash flow, how to recognize if your home is slowing your financial progress, and what today’s Utah housing market means for anyone considering a sale.

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It's Sunday and I'm wrapping up the week by summarizing this week's theme: Is 2026 the Right Time to Sell Your Home? In case you missed any episodes this week, here's what we covered.

It might not be the year to sell your home, with economists scaling back their forecasts for house prices. ANZ senior economist Matthew Galt spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Welcome to The Retirement Quick Tips Podcast, your daily guide to preparing for and living your best retirement. I'm your host Ashley Micciche, and this week, we're exploring the question: Is 2026 the Right Time to Sell Your Home?

Is Now the Right Time to Sell Your Home? If you've been asking yourself whether now is the right time to sell your home, you're not alone. This question has been coming up more and more in conversations with homeowners across the South Shore, Boston, and surrounding communities. On a recent episode of Talk Real Estate Roundtable, Broker/Owner Sharon McNamara and co-host Melissa Wallace explored why many sellers are choosing to act earlier than expected and why waiting for the “traditional” spring market may no longer be necessary. Here's what every homeowner should know. The Spring Market Is Starting Earlier Than Ever For years, the real estate world revolved around one familiar phrase: “The spring market starts the Monday after the Super Bowl.” While that guideline still holds some truth, market behavior has shifted. Today's buyers are active well before February, and new inventory is already beginning to trickle onto the market. Sellers are no longer waiting for daffodils to bloom or yards to green up they're positioning their homes ahead of the crowd. Why does this matter? Fewer homes on the market = less competition Serious buyers are already searching Well-priced homes are getting strong attention right away Why Sellers Have Been Waiting Until Now Many homeowners delayed selling over the past year for understandable reasons: Uncertainty around interest rates Hesitation about where they would move next Waiting for clearer market signals Now, confidence is returning. Sellers are realizing that holding out for “perfect” conditions often means missing opportunities that already exist. Inventory remains low, buyer demand is steady, and properly priced homes are still selling. You Can't “Test” a Market That's Testing You One of the biggest mistakes sellers make is trying to “test the market” with an inflated price especially in today's data-driven environment. Buyers are informed. They can see: Comparable sales Pricing history Days on market When a home is overpriced, it doesn't create curiosity it raises red flags. Homes priced accurately from day one are the ones attracting offers, even in the winter months. Key takeaway: The value of your home isn't what you want or need it's what a qualified buyer is willing to pay based on real data. Why Timing Is Personal Not Just Market-Driven The right time to sell is ultimately about your life, not just the market. Ask yourself: Do I need to sell in order to buy my next home? Do I have enough equity for my next move? Am I ready to act quickly if I find the right property? Many sellers today are preparing early because they know this: If you find a home you love and your current home isn't ready, you may miss out. Sellers Need to Be Ready to Act Fast One major theme from the show was preparedness. Sellers who plan to buy another home should: Declutter and organize early Handle small repairs now Understand their home's true market value Have a clear plan for timing and contingencies Being “almost ready” isn't enough in a competitive market. Buyers with strong offers are winning because they're prepared and sellers need to be just as ready. Fewer Homes Can Mean More Attention Contrary to popular belief, fewer listings don't hurt sellers they often help. When inventory is low: Your home gets more eyes Buyers compete more strongly Negotiations tend to be cleaner and more decisive Good homes always stand out but they stand out even more when there's less competition. Final Thoughts: The Right Time Is When You're Prepared There's no universal calendar date that guarantees success. The best time to sell is when: Your home is properly prepared Your pricing is grounded in real data Your next move is clearly thought out If selling has been on your mind even as a “someday” plan now is the time to start the conversation. Thinking About Selling? A professional, local pricing strategy and a clear plan make all the difference. Connect with Boston Connect Real Estate for guidance tailored to your home, your goals, and your timeline.

Discussing Power of Podcasting and other Strategies to Sell Your Home 

Guest: Alex Duta  CEO/Founder at Albi (restoration management software)  https://albiware.com/ Thinking about selling to PE? Alex explains why many contractors should hold and tech-enable instead then shows how to do it: AI for ops, revenue per-employee targets, CRM→Ads feedback loops, valuation math (service vs. software), and the QSBS play to keep more at exit. Real tactics for restoration/roofing/plumbing/HVAC leaders who want margin, scale, and optionality.You'll learnWhat “tech-enabled” actually means for a contractor (and how to measure it)A prioritization toolkit (RICE) to pick high-leverage automations firstCRM→Google Ads conversion feedback to drop CPL & boost job sizeHow tech enablement changes valuation multiplesA primer on QSBS and why waiting can be worth millionsConnect with Alex: https://alexduta.com/ • @itsalexduta Hire Hook Agency for home-service growth: https://hookagency.com/

Is now a good time to sell your home? This week on Real Estate Today, we dig into the data, market trends, and strategies sellers need to know before making their next move. Learn how to price your home right, boost curb appeal in the colder months, and make your property stand out to today's savvy buyers. We'll also explore home equity loans and what sellers should know about leveraging their home's value. Guests include Lawrence Yun, chief economist at the National Association of REALTORS®; Danielle Hale, chief economist at Realtor.com; Kourtney Pulitzer, Palm Beach real estate professional; Alexa Kebalo, REALTOR® and relocation expert; and John Hummel, head of retail home lending at U.S. Bank. Plus, in our Hot or Not segment, we look at two home design trends: quiet luxury and open shelving in the kitchen.

You would be surprised! It's very easy to hire a bad agent because there is no real barometer to determine a good agent from a bad agent in today's real estate marketplace. But there's good news! I go over what it is to look for to help avoid choosing a bad agent and what a bad agent would bring to you and to your table! 516-444-5341.

In this conversation, Greg Bennett discusses the innovative model of pre-sale renovations where homeowners can pay for renovations at closing. He explains the process, the importance of curb appeal, and how market trends are shifting towards homes that require less work. Greg shares insights on scaling renovation projects, the significance of working with reliable crews, and offers advice for first-time rehabbers looking to enter the real estate market.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

Why Now May Be the Best Time to Sell Your Home In this week's episode, Ryan Coleman breaks down the latest housing trends and what they mean for both buyers and sellers. Whether you're looking to purchase your dream home or considering selling, today's market conditions could work in your favor! Tune in Saturday at 11 AM on Talk Radio 92.3 / AM 760 WETR and at 1 PM on News Talk 98.7. Catch the replay on Facebook, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify & SoundCloud. #RealEstateWithRyan #RealEstateMarket #MarketUpdate #HomeBuyingTips #HomeSellingTips #BestTimeToSell

In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, host Erika speaks with Sharif Refaie, a real estate agent and entrepreneur who has successfully merged technology with real estate through his platform, Sell by Owner. Sharif shares his journey from becoming a real estate agent to launching his own brokerage and innovative services that prioritize customer experience. He discusses the importance of networking, transparency in transactions, and the role of AI in enhancing technology solutions in the real estate market. The conversation also touches on marketing strategies and future plans for growth in a competitive landscape.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true ‘white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a “mini-mastermind” with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming “Retreat”, either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas “Big H Ranch”? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

If rejection is the price of success, how many “no's” are you willing to endure before you get your breakthrough “yes”? In this episode of the Real Estate Excellence Podcast, Tracy Hayes sits down with powerhouse agent, author, and YouTube influencer Kati Spaniak. From her beginnings in photography and graphic design to building a half-billion-dollar sales career, Kati shares the pivotal moments that shaped her journey—navigating 9/11's economic crash, re-entering real estate post-divorce, and scaling to become one of the top agents in her market. Her story reveals the discipline of hyperlocal focus, the power of rejection as a growth tool, and the necessity of deep market knowledge. Kati also opens up about her YouTube strategy that grew to over 64,000 subscribers and 3 million views. She breaks down the do's and don'ts of national vs. local content, why you must speak to one clear audience, and how she's turned her platform into a nationwide referral network. Whether you're a new agent, a seasoned pro, or a content creator looking to grow your influence, her insights on business focus, mentorship, and personal branding are invaluable. Subscribe to the Real Estate Excellence podcast and connect with us on social media for more unfiltered conversations with top industry leaders. Ready to level up your real estate game? Take Kati's challenge—commit to mastering your craft, one hyper focused step at a time.   Highlights: 00:00 - 12:45 Early Career & Breaking Into Real Estate ·        From photography to graphic design in real estate marketing ·        Launching her own marketing firm before 9/11 ·        Economic collapse forcing a career pivot ·        Partnering with her mother in real estate ·        Early industry observations before the 2008 crash 12:46 - 21:05 Restarting & Rising to the Top Locally ·        Re-entering real estate post-divorce ·        Hyperlocal strategy for market domination ·        Running the numbers to identify opportunity ·        Scaling from $3M to $24M in three years ·        Avoiding overexpansion mistakes 21:06 - 29:15 Brokerage Choices & Agent Mindset ·        Why your business isn't your brokerage's brand ·        Choosing the right brokerage model for your strengths ·        Cloud brokerages vs. traditional offices ·        Resilience through rejection ·        Coaching and continuous education 29:16 - 38:40 Building a Real Estate Team ·        Recognizing personal strengths & weaknesses via DISC ·        Early mistakes and financial pitfalls of team building ·        Paying for tasks before sharing commissions ·        The reality of turnover and agent retention ·        Location-dependent viability of teams 38:41 - 47:55 YouTube Strategy & Growth Lessons ·        Initial failed attempts with outsourced video production ·        Narrowing audience focus to sellers ·        The dangers of mixing national and local content ·        Hyperlocal channel creation for Valencia subdivision ·        Understanding YouTube's algorithm and audience trust 47:56 - 1:21:20 Referrals, Brand Power & Social Proof ·        Converting YouTube reach into a referral network ·        Vetting agents and maintaining standards ·        Balancing national reach with local presence ·        Social proof as a marketing asset ·        Using video strategically for credibility   Quotes: “Selling real estate made me a better person because it taught me how to get back up after thousands of rejections.” – Kati Spaniak “You can only speak to one person on YouTube—mixing messages will kill your channel.” – Kati Spaniak “A team is a losing proposition unless you know exactly how to structure and feed it.” – Kati Spaniak “If sellers choose the wrong agent, they can lose tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars.” – Kati Spaniak   To contact Kati Spaniak, learn more about her business, and make her a part of your network, make sure to follow her on her Website, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.   Connect with Kati Spaniak! Website: https://www.katispaniak.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katispaniak/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katispaniak YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChYYnJlrKrEZySmGzhzj7-Q   Connect with me! Website: toprealtorjacksonville.com   Website: toprealtorstaugustine.com    SUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW as we discuss real estate excellence with the best of the best.   #RealEstateExcellence #KatiSpaniak #RealEstateSuccess #YouTubeForRealtors #HyperlocalMarketing #RealEstateTips #TeamBuilding #RealEstateAgentLife #SellerTips #RealEstateCoaching #ReferralNetwork #AgentMindset #RealEstateBranding #SocialProof #CloudBrokerage #MarketDomination #OvercomingRejection #RealEstateStrategy #ListingAgentTips #ContentMarketingForAgents

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EP 182:  “Looking To Sell Your home? Smart Sellers Know It Starts with Mindset”

#emptywalls #wallartideas #homestaging Are large empty walls making your home feel less inviting? In this video, I'll show you easy and effective ways to style those big blank walls to make your home look more appealing to buyers. With these simple staging tips, you'll create a stylish, welcoming space that sells fast! Whether it's artwork, mirrors, or shelves, I'll guide you on how to turn empty walls into a home buyer's dream. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more home staging tips to sell your home quickly!You might like: Download my free staging guide, How toStart Staging Now at www.bit.ly/startstagingnow Recommended podcast playlists: Home staging do's and don'ts playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2HUY81lSHdLlMNTVXzbBEP Home Staging 101 playlist (for newbies) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7eRbuyhnDctg3JgyRriGwF Contact Kasia McDaniel to book a homestaging consultation today https://bluediamondstaginganddesign.com/online-staging-consult/  Connect with me: PIN: /bluediamondstaginganddesign WEB: www.bluediamondstaginganddesign.com READ MY BLOG POSTS https://bluediamondstaginganddesign.com/home-staging-blog/Keywordswall art decor, empty walls, decorating walls, wall styling tips, home staging, home staging tips, staging your home to sell, home staging hacks, staging a home, home staging ideas, staging a house, home staging training, staging home for sale, home staging before and after, home staging business, staging, diy home staging, home staging to sell your house, staging your home, home staging tips for selling a house, diy home staging tips, real estate staging, diy home staging ideas, home staging tips and tricks, home decor

Getting ready to sell your home? Don't overlook the kitchen—it's one of the most important spaces buyers look at! In this video, I'm sharing 5 easy kitchen staging tasks you can knock out this weekend to make a big impact. These simple, budget-friendly tips are perfect for both home sellers and realtors who want to create a clean, inviting kitchen that helps homes sell faster. Whether your kitchen needs a quick refresh or just some strategic styling, these tips will help you highlight its best features and impress potential buyers.You might like: Download my free staging guide, How to Start Staging Now at www.bit.ly/startstagingnow Recommended podcast playlists: Home staging do's and don'ts playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2HUY81lSHdLlMNTVXzbBEP Home Staging 101 playlist (for newbies) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7eRbuyhnDctg3JgyRriGwF Contact Kasia McDaniel to book a homestaging consultation today https://bluediamondstaginganddesign.com/online-staging-consult/  Connect with me: PIN: /bluediamondstaginganddesign WEB: www.bluediamondstaginganddesign.com READ MY BLOG POSTS https://bluediamondstaginganddesign.com/home-staging-blog/Keywordshome staging, home staging tips, staging your home to sell, homestaging hacks, staging a home, home staging ideas, staging a house, homestaging training, staging home for sale, home staging before and after, homestaging business, staging, diy home staging, home staging to sell your house, stagingyour home, home staging tips for selling a house, diy home staging tips, realestate staging, diy home staging ideas, home staging tips and tricks, homedecor

Stock market volatility, stock market declines, rising mortgage rates and the worry of tariffs…..not a great environment to sell a home, but as the saying goes, “the show must go on” meaning homes need to be sold.  There are 9 strategies a home seller should consider in this environment, and we'll tell you what they are, this afternoon on the Jon Sanchez Show at 3pm.

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There's a “middle-class trap” that can keep anyone from FIRE—yes, even high-income earners. Today's guest has a sizable nest egg that should allow her to retire early, but there are a few roadblocks in her way! At forty-seven, Allie has already built a net worth of $3,800,000. She would like to retire, and most people would assume she has enough to retire, but there are two problems. First, she lives in Orange County, California, one of the most expensive areas in the U.S., and has no plans to leave. The other issue? She has no cash! All of her money is tied up in home equity and retirement accounts. To retire, Allie has a BIG bet to make—one that could have a multi-million-dollar impact on her portfolio! Using Scott's “Keep or Sell Your Home” worksheet, we'll look at whether it would make more sense for Allie to keep or sell her Laguna Beach property. Will turning this home into a rental property give her the cash flow she needs, or is selling it and investing in the stock market the better long-term play? Tune in as we attempt to thread the needle and provide Allie with the best roadmap for a long, early retirement! In This Episode We Cover What Allie should do to reallocate her $3,800,000 nest egg and achieve financial freedom What to do with money locked up in home equity and retirement accounts Keeping your home as a rental property versus selling it and investing elsewhere Creative ways to improve your cash position so that you can retire early Building wealth with short-term rentals, live-in flips, and other real estate strategies Escaping the “middle-class trap” of earning high income in a high-cost-of-living area And So Much More! Links from the Show Mindy on BiggerPockets Scott on BiggerPockets Listen to All Your Favorite BiggerPockets Podcasts in One Place Join BiggerPockets for FREE Email Mindy: Mindy@biggerpockets.com Email Scott: Scott@biggerpockets.com BiggerPockets Money Facebook Group Support Today's Show Sponsor, Connect Invest, the Alternative Way to Earn Passive Income Through Real Estate Buy Scott's Book, “Set for Life” Find an Investor-Friendly Agent in Your Area Finance Friday: How the “Middle-Class Trap” Stops Your Early Retirement (00:00) Intro (01:00) Allie's Money Journey (03:36) Money Snapshot (13:50) Retiring in Laguna Beach (19:01) Keeping vs. Selling Her Home (26:06) The BIG Bet on Real Estate (34:01) Growing Cash & Renting Her Home (43:41) Real Estate vs. Stocks (52:02) What Should Allie Do? Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/money-585 Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's a “middle-class trap” that can keep anyone from FIRE—yes, even high-income earners. Today's guest has a sizable nest egg that should allow her to retire early, but there are a few roadblocks in her way!At forty-seven, Allie has already built a net worth of $3,800,000. She would like to retire, and most people would assume she has enough to retire, but there are two problems. First, she lives in Orange County, California, one of the most expensive areas in the U.S., and has no plans to leave. The other issue? She has no cash! All of her money is tied up in home equity and retirement accounts. To retire, Allie has a BIG bet to make—one that could have a multi-million-dollar impact on her portfolio!Using Scott's “Keep or Sell Your Home” worksheet, we'll look at whether it would make more sense for Allie to keep or sell her Laguna Beach property. Will turning this home into a rental property give her the cash flow she needs, or is selling it and investing in the stock market the better long-term play? Tune in as we attempt to thread the needle and provide Allie with the best roadmap for a long, early retirement!In This Episode We CoverWhat Allie should do to reallocate her $3,800,000 nest egg and achieve financial freedomWhat to do with money locked up in home equity and retirement accountsKeeping your home as a rental property versus selling it and investing elsewhereCreative ways to improve your cash position so that you can retire earlyBuilding wealth with short-term rentals, live-in flips, and other real estate strategiesEscaping the “middle-class trap” of earning high income in a high-cost-of-living areaAnd So Much More!Links from the ShowMindy on BiggerPocketsScott on BiggerPocketsListen to All Your Favorite BiggerPockets Podcasts in One PlaceJoin BiggerPockets for FREEEmail Mindy: Mindy@biggerpockets.comEmail Scott: Scott@biggerpockets.comBiggerPockets Money Facebook GroupSupport Today's Show Sponsor, Connect Invest, the Alternative Way to Earn Passive Income Through Real EstateBuy Scott's Book, “Set for Life”Find an Investor-Friendly Agent in Your AreaFinance Friday: How the “Middle-Class Trap” Stops Your Early Retirement(00:00) Intro(01:00) Allie's Money Journey(03:36) Money Snapshot(13:50) Retiring in Laguna Beach(19:01) Keeping vs. Selling Her Home(26:06) The BIG Bet on Real Estate(34:01) Growing Cash & Renting Her Home(43:41) Real Estate vs. Stocks(52:02) What Should Allie Do?Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/money-585Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Should you sell your house or keep it as a rental property in 2024? What you do with your home today could create a million-dollar swing in your portfolio ten, twenty, or thirty years from now. Fortunately, we've developed a powerful new tool to help you make the best decision for your financial future!Welcome back to the BiggerPockets Money podcast! If you refinanced your mortgage around 2021, chances are you're sitting on a low interest rate the likes of which we're unlikely to see again. The recent rise in rates and home prices has created a “lock-in effect,” where millions of homeowners are disincentivized to sell. But does it make sense to sell if you can roll your home equity into another wealth-building asset? Could you convert your house into a rental and create hundreds of dollars in monthly cash flow?Today, we're giving you a step-by-step walkthrough of our new “Keep or Sell Your Home” worksheet. We'll compare four outcomes—selling your home to buy another property, selling your property and investing in stocks, keeping the property and hiring a property manager, and keeping the property and becoming a landlord. Along the way, we'll use several examples of homeowners so that you can get an idea of where you might stand!In This Episode We CoverA step-by-step walkthrough of Scott's new “Keep or Sell Your Home” worksheetTwo realistic examples of when to sell your home or keep it as a rental propertyThe numbers you need to make a rock-solid decision on your investment propertyThe crucial question you should ask before keeping or selling your homeHow ONE decision can impact your future by hundreds of thousands of dollars (or more!)And So Much More! Links from the ShowMindy on BiggerPocketsScott on BiggerPocketsListen to All Your Favorite BiggerPockets Podcasts in One PlaceJoin BiggerPockets for FREEEmail Mindy: Mindy@biggerpockets.comEmail Scott: Scott@biggerpockets.comBiggerPockets Money Facebook GroupPut Your Vacation Rental on Autopilot with HospitableBuy the Book “Real Estate by the Numbers”Find an Investor-Friendly Agent in Your AreaDownload the “Keep or Sell Your Home” WorksheetMillions of Americans Should Keep Their Homes as Rentals, Not Sell. Here's Why(00:00) Intro(05:11) Using the Worksheet(12:15) How Much Would You Make?(14:36) Breaking Down Your Options(20:08) Keep or Sell This Property?(29:11) The “BiggerPockets” Homeowner (34:54) Try the Worksheet!Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/money-572Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jessica and her husband are juggling two home sales and one home purchase within the next two to four years. How do they execute wisely while navigating a tight real estate market? Zerai works two jobs that both offer a pension and retirement plan. Can he take advantage of everything at his disposal or must he make some tough choices? Emily and her husband bought their home a year ago. But a national builder tempts them to sell and upgrade using a 3-2-1 buydown mortgage. Should they do it? Former financial planner Joe Saul-Sehy and I tackle these three questions in today's episode. Enjoy! TIMESTAMPS: Please visit the show notes at https://affordanything.com/episode515 Resources Mentioned: https://www.irs.gov/retirement-plans/how-much-salary-can-you-defer-if-youre-eligible-for-more-than-one-retirement-plan https://www.irs.gov/retirement-plans/irc-457b-deferred-compensation-plans https://www.stackingbenjamins.com/start-2024-right-with-goals-jon-acuff-1459/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Did you know that a certain shade of paint can help you sell your home for more? Or that one type of countertop could cause buyers to get into a bidding war over your house? What about the one inexpensive outdoor improvement that families LOVE to see when touring homes? Today, we brought on Zillow's Home Trends Expert, Amanda Pendleton, to share all the secrets to help you sell your home faster and for more! Amanda's team at Zillow takes design data to a whole new level. They know which paint colors prospective buyers want to see, the type of pictures you MUST have on your listing, and the cheap upgrades any homeowner can make to get even more bids on their home. In this episode, she's sharing much of what her team has learned so you can not only sell for more but also learn the tricks sellers are using when you go to buy your next home. First, Amanda updates us on housing inventory and outlines today's “typical buyer.” Then we ask, “Is now the right time to sell?” Plus, we'll get Amanda's top tweaks to make to your home so you can sell for more. But it's not just eye-catching upgrades we're talking about. Amanda also shares the home renovations with the lowest ROI (return on investment) and the one pricey upgrade that is RARELY worth the money. In This Episode We Cover: Home renovations that cost less than $5,000 but can BOOST your property value The free home-selling tweaks you can make that will bring in more buyers  The upgrades that will hurt your home when trying to sell and could be a negative investment  2024's typical buyer, and exactly what they're looking for when shopping for homes A housing inventory update and why we're slowly starting to see homes come on the market The one super affordable upgrade anyone can make to their backyard  And So Much More! Links from the Show Find an Agent Find a Lender BiggerPockets Youtube Channel BiggerPockets Forums BiggerPockets Pro Membership BiggerPockets Bookstore BiggerPockets Bootcamps BiggerPockets Podcast BiggerPockets Merch Join BiggerPockets for FREE Learn About Real Estate, The Housing Market, and Money Management with The BiggerPockets Podcasts Get More Deals Done with The BiggerPockets Investing Tools Find a BiggerPockets Real Estate Meetup in Your Area Expand Your Investing Knowledge With the BiggerPockets Books Be a Guest on the BiggerPockets Podcast Dave's BiggerPockets Profile Dave's Instagram Henry's BiggerPockets Profile Henry's Instagram Hear Dave and Henry On The “On the Market” Podcast BiggerPockets' Instagram Zillow Data From Today's Show: Zillow Research Page Best Interior Paint Colors for Selling Your House Connect with Amanda: Amanda's LinkedIn Amanda's X/Twitter Click here to listen to the full episode: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-910 Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices