Leading Indicators for Today's Real Estate Market
LIVE Thursday 8:30 am Eastern 9.12.24
When it comes to real estate so often we deal with numbers on what have already happened and we try to make sense of the future.
But what about predicting the future? True, we do not have a crystal ball, but we do have some numbers that are reliable for us to make some pretty good predictions about the real estate market.
Part of that prediction process is understanding the current market dynamics.
In this episode of Real Estate Right Now Listing and Sales Real Estate Expert Tony Fink of Linda Craft Team Realtors, pulls the numbers to help you make more sound predictions of the real estate market for today and tomorrw. JOIN US LIVE RIGHT HERE!
Real Estate as Part of a Financial Portfolio
LIVE THIS MORNING 8:30 am Eastern 9.5.24
Many people love the thought of investing in real estate. However, there are risks with any investment. Should real estate be part of your investment strategy?
How might it fit into a portfolio? What are the challenges when it comes to using real estate as part of your financial plan?
Is real estate a better investment plan? How does it compare to other investments?
In this episode of Real Estate Right Now Adam Whitesell, CFP®, CRPC™, APMA™, CEP®, Private Wealth Advisor, Managing Director at Inspired Capital joins us to talk about how real estate can be a part of your financial future.
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Computer Protection for You, Your Family, and Your Business
LIVE Thursday 8:30 am Eastern 8.29.24
The home computer. Very few of us can remember a time we didn't have one. Whether it be stand alone, the laptop, the tablet, etc. The home computer is part of the home.
And with the home computer has come computer viruses, phishing attempts and more. What should you do to protect yourself? And how do you protect your family?
Today many of us work from home, and because of that the computer that we use can be more subject to possible threats than behind a work firewall. What is the best way to protect your work information.
In this episode of Real Estate Right Now, Bayne Shulstad Owner and President of Triangle CompuDocs joins us to talk about the computer in your home whether personal or business. JOIN US LIVE RIGHT HERE!
What Are Mortgage Rates Doing and What Can We Expect?
LIVE Thursday 8:30 am Eastern 8.22.24
As we approach the 2024 Presidential Election there are rumblings in the mortgage market. Will this be like every other election year that right before the election interest rates "magically" decline? We shall see.
Because mortgage rates have been higher than in past years are there new programs that you may be able to take advantage of?
Then with the recent National Association of Realtors settlement that is affecting buyers more specifically how does the mortgage industry react for the first time homebuyer and VA loans?
Senior Lending Officer with Townebank Morgage Chris Coy joins us on Real Estate Right Now to answer these questions and more!
As always if you are watching feel free to ask your questions live!
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Commercial Real Estate Update: What's Hot and What's Not
LIVE THURSDAY 8:30 am Eastern 8.15.24
We cannot talk about real estate and neglect the Commercial Real Estate world. The fact is commercial real estate is connected to residential real estate.
So what is going on in the commercial market? Are prices going up? Are there certain sectors in the market that have value for you? Have you considered commercial real estate as an investment?
We have heard there are some vacancies in commercial especially in the office space sector, what does that mean? Could that be an opportunity?
To answer those questions and more we bring back Baxter Walker Principal with Avison Young to give us the commercial update. Get ready to ask those questions. AND JOIN US LIVE RIGHT HERE!
How Real Estate is Going to Change after August 6th 2024
LIVE TOMORROW Wednesday 8:30 am Eastern 8.1.24
You may have heard that the National Association of Realtors is in a lawsuit.
What you may not know specifically is what that lawsuit is going to mean to you in regard to either buying or selling your home.
The fact is starting on August 6th, 2024 residential real estate is going to change. It is going to look different, feel different, and act different.
There are going to be more forms to sign. Since the MLS will no longer provide any information in regard to agent compensation, discussions will be had and forms will be signed identifying who will pay the compensation and how much will be paid.
The fact is real estate after August 6th is not going to be the same, and it is going to affect you, no matter if you are a buyer or a seller.
To help us understand what is going to happen on after August 6th, CEO and President of Linda Craft Team, Realtors, Linda Craft will join us to talk about how YOU will be affected by the change. JOIN US LIVE RIGHT HERE!
Staging Your Home for Summer Sales
With more homes on the market right now, making sure that your home stands out is an absolute must.
So how do you "stage" your house in the summer months? What should you do to add little nuances that may make your home the bigger winner when it comes to winning the buyer over?
In this episode of Real Estate Right Now we are joined by the return of Kristy Slater of Show Homes of Raleigh joins us to give us her staging insights.
By the way even if your home is not going on the market, her ideas make your home more inviting even if your having a summer get together, or just want to freshen up the look for yourself. JOIN US RIGHT HERE!
What to Do with Your Yard In the Hot Summer Heat
LIVE TOMORROW 8:30 am Thursday 7.18.24
To say we have been going through a heat wave is an understatement. Temperatures have climbed into the triple digits. Let's face it...It's hot!
While you and I can escape the heat by going into the airconditioned house, what about your lawn, trees, and shrubs?
Is there something you can do to help protect your lawn and plants. What options are available. And what are the do's and don'ts in the summer when it is this hot?
Well on this episode of Real Estate Right Now Michael McCarthy with Yardology Landscaping joins us to help you keep your yard and plants from becoming extinct do the heat. JOIN US LIVE RIGHT HERE!
Remediating Mold, Lead, Asbestos and More!
LIVE tomorrow Tuesday 8:30 am 7.2.2024
At some point we are going to deal with mold. It is a given if you live or have a business anywhere, but especailly in the Southern Atlantic States.
But often times we purchase older homes and commercial buildings that we have plans to renovate only to realize that we may have issues of not only mold, but perhaps lead, asbestos, or something else.
How is this remediation handled? Is there a right way and a wrong way to handle these remediations? And are there other things we should consider as well.
In this episode of Real Estate Right Now Owner and President of Carolinas Environmental, LLC Paul Oxendine joins us to discuss all aspects of the remediation process from the residential to the industrial.
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Expert Advice in Moving from A Moving Expert
LIVE Thursday 8:30 am 6.26.24
When you are selling or buying a home there is also the thought of how are you going to move your belongs from one place to another.
Even the most seasoned buyer or seller will tell you that moving their possessions are not the easiest of the most fun.
And then there are considerations about how long the move will be. It might be one thing if you are moving across town, but what if you are moving across the state or the country?
And what about children? What should you consider when it comes to moving them?
And what about preparation? What are your options?
It is these questions and more we plan to address and answer on this week's episode of Real Estate Right Now. CEO of Johns Moving and Storage Jill Merritt joins to give us insights into your next move.
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2023 President of the North Carolina Assoc of Realtors talks the NAR Settlement
LIVE THURSDAY 8:30am Eastern, 6.20.24
When it comes to changes to the way residential real estate will be conducted in the not to distant future. Things are moving very quickly.
Already in the state of North Carolina, as in many states we are seeing changes to the forms that will be used for both buyers and sellers.
What is more there also appears to be some additional complications that will possibly come out of these changes.
To help us gain some clarity of what is coming and what may come, 2023 President of the North Carolina Association of Realtors, Leigh Brown join us in studio to talk about how the NAR settlement is going to change how real estate is conducted and how it will affect YOU!
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Building, Home Renovations, Home Additions and More!
LIVE TOMORROW Thursday 8:30 am Eastern 6.13.24
What can a general contractor/builder tell you about building? A whole lot. Things that you probably are not thinking about.
And when it comes residential homes or commercial properties the things you should know about building are vast.
And what about renovations? Or Additions? Should you do it? Should you wait? What does a GC/builder say?
Well in this episode of Real Estate Right Now we are joined by Founder, Owner, and President of RCC-Carolina, Inc-JCV Construction Services joins us. You don't want to miss it. JOIN US LIVE RIGHT HERE!
Mid-Year Update for Residential Real Estate
LIVE Thursday 8:30 am Eastern 6.6.24
It is that time of year where we do our "State of the Union" address on residential real estate.
The fact is things have changed. The market is rapidly changing. Things are confusing out there right now. So we need some help.
In this episode of Real Estate Right Now Dwayne Reese Senior Listing and Buyers Expert with Linda Craft Team Realtors talks with us about the "Trends" he is seeing in this mid year market.
Things like, rising housing inventories and what that means, the volitile interest rate situation, builder confidence, and the idea the today's market is like a dance.
What dance is it? That's why Dwayne is going to help us sort it out. JOIN US LIVE RIGHT HERE!
How Buying a Home May Change after the NAR Settlement
LIVE TODAY 8:30am Eastern, Thursday 5.30.24
If you are in the market to buy or sell a home hopefully you have been keeping an eye on the NAR settlement.
Many people believe that the settlement will only affect real estate professionals, but that simply is not true. In fact, when the dust settles from the settlement (pun intended) buyers may find that they will be paying out of pocket costs that they simply did not have to pay before.
In this episode of Real Estate Right Now, Listing and Buyers Expert Kim Crump joins us again to help us understand how borrowing money may change as a result of the settlement.
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Understanding Multi-Generational Homes
LIVE Thursday 8:30 am Eastern 5.23.24
I remember growing up my aunt and uncle had a multi-story home where my aunts parents also lived. I guess you could say it was a multi-generational home.
Today however, multi-generational homes are actually a class of homes that are being built for this generation.
A number of years ago you may have heard of the phrase the "in-law suite", but today they are actually building at times separate residence for that parent who wants some independence, but at the same time desires to be near the family.
In this episode of Real Estate Right Now Tony Fink, LLinda Craft Team Realtors senior Listing expert talks about generational homes from the perspective of one he currently has listed for sale.
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Midyear Real Estate Morgage Update
LIVE Tomorrow Thursday 8:30 am Eastern 5.16.24
We are nearly half way through May of 2024. Interest rates have been the talk of the country. What should you know as we head into summer of 2024?
The state of the mortgage industry has been a little crazy to say the least. The rates have stayed high relative to the 3% interest rates we knew just a couple of years ago.
And then there is the NAR lawsuit that will have an affect on real estate and the mortgage industry, what does all that mean for buyers and sellers.
Well to answer all these questions and more, we bring back senior loan officer with Towne Bank Chis Coy on this episode of Real Estate Right Now.
Join us! It's going to be a good one!
Your Real Estate Questions answered Part 2
LIVE Tomorrow 5.9.24 - 8:30 am Eastern
We have some of the best viewers and listeners in the world! And we are so grateful to all of you.
So we at Real Estate Right Now decided to answer your questions concerning real estate.
In fact we had so many questions we had to do two shows! This is part 2 of answering your real estate questions right here on Real Estate Right Now.
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What You Should Know Update on the Commercial Real Estate Market
LIVE 8:30am Eastern Thursday 5.2.24
You may not know much about commercial real estate. And yet we cannot live without commercial real estate.
Every store, every office, every restaurant is commercial real estate. The fact is it affects each and everyone of us every day.
If you have not paid attention, then you should know that if commercial real estate has a collapse it will negatively affect residential real estate.
So what should you know about the current commercial real estate market? On this episode of Real Estate Right Now we are joined by veteran commercial broker Baxter Walker of Avison Yound to help us make sense of the current market and teach us a few things about commercial real estate.
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Answering Viewer and Listener Real Estate Questions
LIVE Thursday 8:30 am Eastern 4.25.24
When it comes to real estate many people have questions.
And so in this episode of Real Estate Right Now we answer viewer questions.
Here are some of the questions we will answer on today's show:
Is it better to wait for interest rates to come down some before buying or buy now and if rates go down refinance?
Are interest rates now higher than “normal” or were they artificially low and now are more back to “normal” but since they were artificially low they seem high now?
What will the lawsuit settlement mean for buyers, sellers, and Realtors?
Linda Craft Team Realtors Listing and Buyer's Expert joins us to answer these questions and more. JOIN US LIVE RIGHT HERE!
Preparing Your Yard for Spring and Summer
LIVE Thursday 8:30 am Eastern 4.18.24
As we are into full Spring for many of us the yard we have at are home is looking pretty good. But it will not be long until the heat will come rolling in and that beautiful yard is...well...not so beautiful.
What things should you be doing to take care of your yard? What should you be preparing for during the summer coming up?
Then there are questions of what should be looking for in your yard that should be of a concern? And how should you treat it.
In this Episode of Real Estate Right Now Chris Williamson of the Landscaping Company Yardology joins us to help you with your Spring and Summer yard. Join Us LIVE Right Here!
