Team Warkentin - Real Estate Talk

In today's episode the guys break down the pros and cons of buying/selling in the winter vs the summer. You've probably always heard that the spring is the best time to buy and sell, but Jeff and Sam will shed some light on the benefits of moving when no one else is.

In today's episode Jeff and Sam share some stories about some recent house fires, some ways to mitigate house fires, and what types of insurance to have in place to make sure you're property protected from house fires.

In today's episode, Jeff and Sam break down how to flip a house. From the purchase process, to the improvments, to selling your finished product for a profit. After today you'll be itching to go find the ideal flip property for yourself!

In today's episode the guys chat about home improvements. Ways to make your home's value skyrocket or plummet with both major structural changes or small cosmetic upgrades.

In todays episode Sam and Jeff break down the pros and cons of buying a manufactured home. They will touch on the stereotypes around trailers, how they've changed from the 70s, and why they could be an excellent choice for you or someone you know.

In today's episode, Jeff and Sam go over the 11 things every home owner should be doing as we head into the fall season. From very basic tips like changing batteries in your smoke ditector, to preventing a total basement flood, the boys will for sure mention a few things you might want to do ASAP.

In today's episode the fellas chat markets. What is a buyers/sellers market, how do you as a buyer or seller navigate your current market, and do interest rates change markets? Tune in to hear about these things and more!

In todays episode Jeff and Sam breakdown all things condos. The difference between bare land condos and conventional condos, what a reserve fund and a reserve fund study are, and the pros and cons of buying a condo.

In today's episode the guys chat all about multiple offer situations. What it's like being on the winning side and losing side of bidding wars, how to manuiver them from the buyer's side and sellers side, and why it's important to be ready before getting into one of these situations.

In today's episode Sam goes solo and shares a little about his journey in becoming a realtor. He touches on the pros and cons of being a realtor and gives a little advice to those out there who are considering real estate for themselves.

In today's episode, Jeff and Sam go over the 5 different ways to make money through real estate. They touch on common misconceptions, get rich quick schemes, and the fundamental tried and true ways to make money investing in real estate.

After a week off the guys are back with another episode! Today they're talking all about what a typical home showing looks like. If you're someone who has never looked at a house with a realtor, or maybe had a bad experience when you did, this podcast should answer some of your questions/concers. Listen as Sam and Jeff break down the process of booking, viewing and sifting through possible homes a...

In today's episode Jeff and Sam breakdown how to accurately price a home. The guys chat about the importance of knowing the current state of the market, the basics of supply and demand, and replacement cost vs current market value.  

I know, usually when you read terms and conditions you just skip to the end and check "I agree", but when it comes to real estate transactions, terms and conditions are a vital part of a good offer. Jeff and Sam break down the difference between the two and the important role that each one plays during a reak estate deal.

In today's episode Sam and Jeff go in depth about Grande Prairie's subdivions. They talk about the most popular ones, some underrated ones, and their personal favouirtes. If you're passionate about the area you're currently living in, or trying to find the best area of town to live, this podcast is definitiely for you.

Today Sam and Jeff dive into Open Houses. Are they effective? Who do they attract? Should you do an open house every weekend? If you've always seen open house signs and never gone inside, this episode should answer some of your questions.

In today's episode, Sam and Jeff get into the nitty gritty of REALTOR ®s pay structure, or lack thereof. The boys talk gross commission, fees, and numbers that the general public might not be familiar with. 

In this episode, Sam and Jeff run through all the things that make acreage purchases different than regular residential purchases. From septic systems and wells to commercial zoning and utilities, the boys cover it all.

In this episode Sam interviews Jeff about what it was like building his own house. The boys go over the process, the time frame, the pros and cons, and much more. If you've ever thought of building your own house, or are curious about the process, then we guarentee this episode will intrigue you.

In this episode, Jeff and Sam break down some of the DO's and DON'T's when getting ready to sell your house. From renos to landscaping to staging, there will be lots of helpful info for anyone planning on selling.

Jeff and Sam chat about Sam's recent home buying experience where they break down what Sam and his wife Chloe did right, and what common mistakes many people make when buying a home, especially if it's their first time.

Jeff and Sam share the reasons behind starting a podcast as well as what you can expect going forward. Get to know these two realtors a little better, and hear about their brainchild that is this podcast.