Coffee with Real Estate

Join Susan and producer Kurt on Coffee With Real Estate for an insightful dive into the hottest 2026 home design trends reshaping what buyers and sellers want. Forget fully open concepts—the future is "broken floor plans," the perfect hybrid blending seamless flow with defined zones for privacy, multi-generational living, and remote work needs. Discover why post-COVID buyers crave acoust...

Welcome to Coffee with Real Estate , the go-to podcast for realtors, home buyers, and sellers navigating today's dynamic market! Hosted by Susan with producer Kurt, we spill the beans over coffee on everything from market trends to dream properties. In this episode, dive into the surprising metros where true luxury mansions—think 8,000+ sq ft estates with grand staircases, home theaters, pools, wi...

#CaliforniaClosets Welcome to Coffee With Real Estate! In this engaging episode, host Susan sits down with Amy Salazar from California Closets to explore how custom closet solutions can elevate your home—whether you're preparing to sell, buying your dream property, or simply craving better organization. Discover the "wow factor" that customized closets deliver. Amy shares the full pr...

In this eye-opening episode of Coffee with Real Estate , hosts Susan and producer Kurt dive into a critical topic every realtor and homeowner needs to hear: how criminals are exploiting online platforms like Zillow, Redfin, and Realtor.com to "digitally case" homes. Old listings often leave behind floor plans, interior photos, and vulnerable entry points long after a sale—turning public data into...

Welcome to Coffee With Real Estate! Join host Susan and producer Kurt as they dive into the top concerns keeping first-time home buyers up at night in 2026. With mortgage rates hovering around 6% and affordability challenges dominating headlines, many aspiring homeowners feel stuck in analysis paralysis or fear of the unknown. In this episode, Susan – a seasoned realtor – breaks down 10 common fea...

https://www.grarate.com/ Welcome to Coffee With Real Estate! In this must-listen episode, host Susan sits down with Christie Martin, VP of Mortgage Lending at Guaranteed Rate Affinity, for an insider's look at the home buying and mortgage process. Perfect for first-time home buyers, seasoned purchasers, and realtors guiding clients through today's market. Christie breaks down the key diffe...

#MichiganLakefront#LakeHuronHomes#LakeMichiganRealEstate#HomeBuyerTips #sleep Join hosts Susan and producer Kurt on Coffee With Real Estate as they dive into Michigan's stunning lakefront homes, comparing the iconic Lake Michigan west coast with the rising Lake Huron "Sunrise Coast" on the east. Discover why buyers from Chicago, Detroit, Nevada, and beyond are shifting to Lake Huron...

#HomeSecurity #RealEstateTips #HomeSecurityTips #ProtectYourHome #PanicRoom #SafeRoom Discover how to transform your house into a secure fortress on this episode of Coffee With Real Estate! Hosts Susan and producer Kurt dive into rising home security concerns, inspired by celebrity trends from Dr. Dre, 50 Cent, and luxury mansions featuring guardhouses, retina scanners, panic rooms, safe rooms, bi...

Dive into this lively, laugh-out-loud episode where casual chats turn into deep dives on modern trends shaking up how we unwind, celebrate, and live. Kicking off with the rising gripe over pricey mocktails—why do non-alcoholic drinks cost as much as cocktails?—the hosts unpack bar markups, sober-curious vibes, and the boom in zero-proof spirits. From Shirley Temples jacked up to $10+ to clever hac...

#RealEstate, #HomeSelling, #HomeBuying, #RealtorTips, #CurbAppeal, #LandscapingTips, #TreeCare Discover how trees can make or break your home's curb appeal and value in this episode of Coffee With Real Estate! Host Susan, joined by producer Kurt, dives deep into essential tips for home sellers, home buyers, and realtors. Learn why well-trimmed trees signal a cared-for home and boost curb appea...

#RealEstate, #HousingMarket, #BuyerGhosting, #ContractCancellations, #HomeBuyingTips, #DoomScrolling In this eye-opening episode of Coffee With Real Estate, host Susan and producer Kurt dive into a chilling 2026 housing market trend: buyers ghosting the market. With inventory rising and mortgage rates hovering around 6% (as of February 2026), more homebuyers are snapping up properties under contra...

#HomeDesignTrends, #RealEstatePodcast, #HousingEvolution, #EnergyEfficientHomes, #2020sHomeTrends, #RealtorTips, In this episode of Coffee with Real Estate, we wrap up our two-part series on homes through the decades, focusing on the 2010s and 2020s. Realtors, buyers, and sellers—here’s what you need to know about how home design, efficiency, and buyer preferences have evolved. We break down the 2...

#HomeEvolution, #RealEstateTips, #HomeDesignTrends, #1970sHomes, #1980sHomes, #EnergyEfficientHomes, #HomeBuyingGuide Dive into the fascinating evolution of single-family homes over the last five decades on this episode of Coffee with Real Estate. Host Susan and producer Kurt explore how home design, quality, regulations, and energy efficiency have transformed from the 1970s to today. Discover the...

#HomeBuyingTips, #FirstTimeHomeBuyer, #HomeBuyerGuide, #RealtorTips, #AffordableHomeownership, #RealEstatePodcast, Discover essential home buying tips in this episode of Coffee with Real Estate, where expert realtor Kurt shares practical advice for first-time home buyers and seasoned purchasers preparing for their next move. As buying season approaches, learn the critical factors to consider befor...

#BuyersMarket, #RealEstateTips, #HomeBuying, #SellersAdvice, #Nostalgia, #2016Vibes, #RealtorLife In this episode of Coffee With Real Estate, host Susan and producer Kurt dive deep into why 2026 is shaping up as a buyer's market across much of the US. With more sellers than buyers—echoing data from Realtor.com showing significant inventory gaps since late 2025—buyers now hold the upper hand. I...

#CommercialRealEstate, #SharedOffices, #Flexi#WorldEconomicForum,bleWorkspaces, #RealEstateTrends, Podcast Description Dive into the dynamic world of real estate with "Coffee With Real Estate," where we bridge residential and commercial insights for homebuyers, sellers, and investors alike. In this episode, explore the resurgence of coworking spaces in commercial real estate, transformin...

#houseingmarket,#homesalesdeals,#housingmarket, #seniorhousing #BabyBoomerHomes, #RealEstateInheritance, #AgingInPlace, #ResidentialRealEstate, #InheritedHomes, #HotGirlHamsterWheel, #OvernightBeauty, #MouthTape, Join Susan and Kurt on "Coffee With Real Estate" as we unpack the long-awaited silver tsunami in residential real estate—the massive wave of homes expected from aging Baby Boome...

#HomeSellingTips, #SellYourHouse, #TopDollarHome, #StagingYourHome, #DatingApps, #FamilyDatingHelp, Join host Susan and producer Kurt on Coffee With Real Estate for a practical, must-listen episode packed with actionable advice as the selling season ramps up. Discover the 12 essential things every seller needs to do to get top dollar for their home. Susan breaks down key steps like hiring a knowle...

#RealEstateTips, #homebuyingsavings, #HomeBuyingSavings, #JanuaryMarket,#GoldenAgeOfTravel, Join host Susan and producer Kurt on Coffee With Real Estate for a fresh, insightful episode packed with timely advice and fun banter. First, dive into why January stands out as one of the smartest times to buy a home. With holiday slowdowns leaving more inventory lingering on the market, motivated sellers...

#RealEstateTips, #OverpricedHomes, #HomeBuyingAdvice, #HouseHunting, #HousingMarket, #BuyerStrategies, #DreamHome Join host Susan and producer Kurt on Coffee With Real Estate for a candid, no-nonsense chat about one of the biggest pitfalls in home buying: spotting when your dream house is seriously overpriced. In this episode, we break down why sellers often list too high in hopes of maximizing pr...

#HousingAffordability, #InstitutionalInvestors, #RealEstatePodcast, #Homeownership, #DatingRedFlags, #RealEstateTips Join host Susan and producer Kurt on Coffee With Real Estate for a candid dive into today's hottest housing issues and a lighthearted detour into modern dating. The episode kicks off with a deep look at the current administration's aggressive push to curb large institutional...

#AffordableHousing, #RealEstate2026, #HomeBuyingTips, #MidwestLiving, #RelocationIdeas, #SushiKids Join host Susan and producer Kurt on Coffee With Real Estate for a candid, no-nonsense dive into America's most affordable housing markets in 2026. The duo breaks down the top 10 metro areas where homeownership is still within reach – from Pittsburgh (median ~$245K, needing ~$65K income) to Memph...

#disneytips,#HomeBuyingTips, #HomeBuyingMistakes, #BuyingAHome2026, #RealEstatePodcast,#disneytips Kick off 2026 with a Dry January mindset to achieve your home buying goals! In this engaging episode of Coffee With Real Estate, host Susan and producer Kurt explore how adopting a no-alcohol January discipline can translate into breaking bad habits that sabotage your journey to homeownership. Discov...

#RealEstate, #HousingMarket, #HomeBuying, #MortgageRates, #HomeSales2026 Join hosts Susan and Kurt on Coffee With Real Estate for an insightful dive into the latest housing market trends and real estate opportunities in 2026. In this episode, we break down the exciting news: pending home sales rose 3.3% year-over-year in November, signaling a potential housing market recovery despite seasonal slow...

#GarageConversion, #RealEstateTips, #HomeImprovement, #RealEstatePodcast, #RalphLauren Join host Susan and producer Kurt on Coffee With Real Estate for a practical, no-nonsense dive into one of the hottest home improvement trends: converting your garage into livable space. Whether you need a hangout for teens, a mother-in-law suite, or extra rental income, this episode breaks down everything you n...