Awesome In Seattle Podcast

Your credit score plays a major role in your home buying journey, but many buyers don't realize there are simple ways to strengthen it before applying for a mortgage. In this episode, Christian Nossum is joined by mortgage expert Dan Keller and agent Joanna Beecher to break down how credit scores work, what factors have the biggest impact, and practical strategies to improve your score. They...

Buying a DADU can open up a path to homeownership that many Seattle buyers may overlook. In this episode, Christian Nossum and Joanna Beecher break down what buyers need to know about purchasing a DADU, including how these homes are structured, why they are often legally set up as condos, and what that actually means in practice. They discuss ownership, HOA dues, utilities, financing, privacy, mai...

Interior design can have a powerful impact on how a home is experienced and valued in today’s Seattle real estate market. In this episode, Christian Nossum, Shannon Nossum, and guest Fabiola Villanueva Del Busto explore how thoughtful design choices can shape a home’s look, feel, and overall appeal. They discuss the role design plays in presentation, functionality, and buyer perception, along with...

Analyzing real estate deals is one of the most important skills buyers and investors can build in today’s Seattle market. In this episode, Christian Nossum and Varun Jain break down how to evaluate opportunities, what numbers matter most, and how to think through a property before making a decision. They discuss key factors like pricing, potential upside, risk, timing, and the broader market conte...

Choosing between a fixer-upper and a move-in ready home can be one of the biggest decisions buyers face in today’s Seattle real estate market. In this episode, Christian Nossum and Varun Jain break down the pros and cons of each option and what buyers should consider before making a move. They discuss cost, timing, renovation potential, competition, and how to decide which path makes the most sens...

Client success stories can reveal what really makes a difference in today’s Seattle real estate market. In this episode, Christian Nossum, Joanna Beecher, and Varun Jain share real examples of clients they’ve worked with and the strategies that helped them succeed. They discuss the challenges buyers and sellers faced, the decisions that shaped their outcomes, and the lessons listeners can apply to...

Are investors really taking over the Seattle housing market, or is the reality more nuanced? In this episode, Christian Nossum, Joanna Beecher, and Varun Jain break down the role investors are playing in today’s market and separate fact from fiction. They discuss how much inventory investors are actually buying, what types of properties they target, and how their activity impacts everyday homebuye...

How can a live-in flip turn into a tax-free $500K profit in today’s market? In this episode, Christian and Shannon Nossum are joined by guest Victor Esquivel to break down the live-in flip strategy and how homeowners and investors can leverage primary residence tax advantages to build significant wealth. They walk through how the strategy works, key timelines to follow, what types of properties ma...

What does a profitable Seattle investment deal actually look like in 2026? In this episode, Christian and Shannon share their current real estate buy box, including price range, neighborhoods they’re targeting, what makes a great DADU lot, and the red flags that can kill a deal. They also walk through recent deals they’ve bought and a real deal they decided to walk away from, and explain the red f...

This week, join our hosts Christian Nossum, Joanna Beecher, and Varun Jain of the Awesome Nossum Group at Wilson Realty Inc as we look ahead to what’s coming in the 2026 real estate market. We break down key national trends, discuss what buyers, sellers, and investors should be paying attention to, and explore how shifting interest rates, economic signals, and consumer behavior may shape the year...

This week, join our hosts Christian Nossum, Joanna Beecher, and Varun Jain of the Awesome Nossum Group at Wilson Realty Inc and special guest Dan Keller of New American Funding as we recap what happened in the 2025 real estate market. We will discuss what happened nationally, what happened locally in Seattle, Dan Keller from New American Funding will go over what happened to interest rates, we wil...

Today, we’re breaking down the different strategies for buying and selling a home at the same time. Join our hosts, Christian Nossum of the Awesome Nossum Group at Wilson Realty Inc. and Dan Keller of New American Funding, as they walk you through various loan options, including bridge loans. If you’re looking to buy and sell in Seattle, don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re here to help you find the...

Are you thinking about buying before you get married and/or thinking about buying with friends? Then this is the episode for you! Join our hosts Christian Nossum and Joanna Beecher of the Awesome Nossum Group at Wilson Realty Inc as we walk you through the steps on how to do this and answer the most commonly asked questions that people ask when buying as an unmarried couple or with friends.

This week join our hosts Christian Nossum and Varun Jain of the Awesome Nossum Group at Wilson Realty Inc as we talk about how House Bill 1081 could change wholesaling in Washington State. We will discuss how these changes will affect Washington Real Estate Deals for sellers, Wholesalers, and real estate brokers.

This week join our hosts Christian Nossum, Joanna Beecher, and Varun Jain of the Awesome Nossum Group at Wilson Realty Inc as we explain why buying a home doesn’t require 20% down and we will explain all the different ways you can get your downpayment amount together. We dig into gift funds, 401k loans, HELOCs, and other smart strategies to pull together a down payment, along with how to move your...

Join our hosts Christian Nossum and Varun Jain of the Awesome Nossum Group at Wilson Realty Inc as we talk about a topic Varun is very exited about. On this weeks episode, we are talking about adding Securities-Backed Line of Credit also known as SBLOC to your debt options for your real estate strategy. Varun will tell us what they are and how you can use them as a loan to fund your real estate pr...

This week join our hosts Christian Nossum and Varun Jain of the Awesome Nossum Group at Wilson Realty Inc as we do a recap of the One Seattle Plan and the multiple phases of the plan. We will discuss what has passed, what are some upcoming changes, and how to take advantage of the changes that are in play right now. If you like listening to the Awesome In Seattle Podcast, leave us a review. We wou...

This week join our hosts Christian and Shannon Nossum of the Awesome Nossum Group at Wilson Realty Inc as we interview Caroline and Mike Neubauer. In just a few short years Caroline and Mike have built a thriving Airbnb business, achieved financial freedom, and launched a podcast of their own where they interview other entrepreneurial family who are doing the same thing as them! If you like listen...

This week join our hosts Christian Nossum, Joanna Beecher, and Varun Jain of the Awesome Nossum Group at Wilson Realty Inc as we break down the latest market trends every buyer and seller wants to know. They cover where interest rates stand, what the One Seattle plan could mean for future housing options, and what they’re actually seeing on the ground with homes selling—or sitting. Tune in for pra...

Not sure what to do with your credit card points? We will let you know how to use them for travel! Join our hosts Christian and Shannon Nossum of the Awesome Nossum Group at Wilson Realty Inc as we go over how you can use your credit card to get points flipping houses or making home upgrades and the best way to utilize them to travel for free.

Thinking about building a DADU or adding an ADU to your property? Join our hosts Christian Nossum and Varun Jain the Awesome Nossum Group at Wilson Realty Inc as they walk you through the full new construction journey—from assessing your lot and securing funding to navigating permits and hiring a builder. Whether you're a homeowner exploring backyard potential or an investor looking to create...

Not all real estate agents are created equal—and in this episode, join our hosts Christian Nossum and Joanna Beecher of the Awesome Nossum Group at Wilson Realty Inc break down exactly what to ask when interviewing an agent, whether you're buying, selling, investing, or shopping for a condo. Learn the red flags to watch for, the must-ask questions for every scenario, and why the right agent c...

Many buyers shy away from homes they love just because they hear the words “bidding war.” In this episode, join our hosts Christian Nossum, Joanna Beecher, and Varun Jain of the Awesome Nossum Group at Wilson Realty Inc as we break down why that fear is often misplaced—and how making an offer, even in a competitive market, can still be a smart move. Learn how to shift your mindset, strengthen your...

This week are going to go over the latest real estate news headlines. Join our hosts Christian Nossum, Joanna Beecher, and Varun Jain of the Awesome Nossum Group at Wilson Realty Inc we will discuss everything high mortgage rates and buyer affordability challenges to why the city remains a seller’s market despite national trends. We will also unpack the implications of the interim One Seattle Plan...

In this episode of the Awesome in Seattle podcast, real estate investor Greg Helbeck joins our hosts Christian and Shannon Nossum of the Awesome Nossum Group at Wilson Realty Inc and shares his journey from wholesaling in California to successfully breaking into the competitive Seattle market. He discusses his direct-to-seller marketing strategies, including mailers, ads, wholesaler networking, an...