Exit Strategies Radio Show

Have you ever heard about Nexton? Have you seen how close everything is to the Nexton Community? Been looking and wondering if our thriving community is the right neighborhood for you? Well, you might not know about it yet but us, especially in the LowCountry, in the real estate profession, everybody really knows about Nexton. Joining us in this week’s Exit Strategies Radio Show podcast episode is...

Charleston market is a very strong and unique market! However, according to a national survey, the number one reason why people are still renting even though they are qualified to purchase a home is that they think they need 20% down. But the truth is, you can actually purchase a home with as little as 5%, or even 3% down, based upon the programs that are available with Family First Funding. This...

Taking the first step to buy a home may be scary. But when you work with the right people, have the right information, and be educated, buying a home can be easier and more affordable than you may think! In this episode, Debbie Berry , Mortgage Loan Originator at Northpointe Bank in North Charleston, SC, will share her expertise to guide you through its competitive financing terms for borrowers an...

The Charleston market is very unique and continues to be fiercely hot as ever. Finding an entry-level home is challenging enough in this very challenging climate but if you look at it from the larger perspective, from the bigger picture, then you can make homeownership more easily. Plus paying great attention (like a NERD) to the economic reality of the Charleston market could not only foresee you...

There is no “one size fits all” mortgage. Everyone's financial situation is unique, so why would your mortgage be the same? When it comes to your mortgage, there’s no correct choice. It all depends on your preferences and what inspires the greatest confidence. Mortgage rates often become the central feature of mortgages for many homebuyers. However, not all mortgages are created equal and it’s imp...

With interest rates continuing to increase as well as home values, waiting can be detrimental. Not only to your pockets initially but your ability to gain equity. With the rising rate and appreciating home price environment, it's better to buy now if you can. Our guest for this week’s podcast episode is none other than Brenda Christ, Mortgage Loan Originator at Movement Mortgage,  serving Sum...

If the shift in the market left you feeling confused, scared, isolated, and without direction, you’re not alone. Shifts like this, especially when you’re not prepared, often leave you feeling like you’re backed into a corner triggering a fight or flight feeling. But it doesn’t have to be scary and it doesn’t mean it’s a bad time to buy OR sell. With the inflation, the interest rates, and the limit...

Are you struggling with affordable housing? Low moderate-income buyers are challenged, have an extremely tight budget, and don't know how they will come up with a down payment. Or maybe you're not yet ready to pursue homeownership? In this episode, we are honored to have with us from ECCO, Lyndsi Gibson Holst, Client Navigator and Program Specialist, and Ana Black, also a Client Navigator & AD...

30 years ago, that was Dwan “Come to Jesus Moment”, got married, had an eight-month-old baby, broke up with her husband, had no skills at all, was jobless, and was fired from Denny’s with only a small amount in her pocket. She was skeptical if she’ll pursue getting a job or gonna try to work for herself but she decided to take a leap of faith and just did it. For this week’s podcast episode, our h...

The Nashville market is very blazingly hot and expensive! That's why “You have to be creative in order to better and best serve more people to impact more people.” In this episode, Cha'Ron Clark, an A ll-Star Realtor from The Ashton Real Estate Group of RE/MAX Advantage located in Nashville, shares with us an inside scoop on the current Nashville area housing market. We'll talk about the challenge...

“It's just mindset and making adjustments.” Whether you're buying or selling, or if you're a realtor or a lender, the smarter you are and the more that you educate yourself on what's going on, YOU can surely position yourself accordingly to achieve your homeownership goals in this current market. We have with us today for the 2nd time, our “Supermoney”, LaShan Abraham,  Mortgage Loan Officer/...

Property owners who are starting their own investment portfolios need to identify new opportunities as the market changes. That's a good example of how 1031 can come into play, it could be someone who has a rental property, a single-family home, instead of paying the taxes and putting the money in the bank, they should consider whether they want to take advantage of a 1031 tax-deferred exchange. J...

Buying a home is one of the most important financial decisions that we make in our lifetime. When it comes to fulfilling this American Dream, being faith-based is sometimes missing from our industry, and from e-commerce as a whole. While homeownership offers incredible benefits, from financial stability to a space to call your own, the advantages of owning a home are practical, personal, and power...

My credit is terrible. I feel bad about having bad credit. YES! I hear you! Credit is very important but most people do not realize how essential credit actually is. This week’s episode is very exciting as Suni McKelvey , was born and raised in Charleston, South Carolina. She’s the author of the book “Priority Credit 101”, where you’ll learn a step-by-step beginner's guide to understanding credit...

Auto, Life, Home, Renters, Condo, Motorcycle, Business, Roadside and more…! Investing in insurance can seem like a daunting process but it doesn’t have to be. A great place to start is to familiarize yourself with the types of insurance policies offered and which are required in your state. The types and amount of coverage you need depend on a number of factors and things that we sometimes don't s...

Today's episode is going to be chuck, full of excitement and energy as David Kent, with “The Real Buyer's Agent” HomeBuyer’s Choice Inc., not only a local leader in the real estate industry, but a state and national leader in the real estate industry, a trailblazer and the Hall of Fame member & RPAC Hall of Fame of Real Estate Buyer Advisory Council. He will share his unique specialty and pass...

Joining us this week’s episode is Miss Leigh Brown from One Community Real Estate. She is a successful and energetic REALTOR, forward-thinking CEO, #1 best-selling author, writer, honest coach, and kickin’ keynote speaker or a world-renowned speaker. Residing in Charlotte, North Carolina area in Concord, traveled all over the world speaking to real estate groups, conferences, etc. to talk about he...

In this week's episode, we got two of the best financial advisors here on the show. Joining us are  Mr. RJ Slawson and Leroy Summers from Prudential Advisors both from Charleston, South Carolina who has a passion for helping individuals, organizations, and communities reach their goals and improve their life.  RJ loves playing basketball. After he graduated, he started investing and beca...

"Getting a mortgage is the first important step for anyone to start building wealth.” Today’s guest is Jason Sharon, Owner/Broker of Home Loans, Inc. He was a Loan Officer for three years, a writer, a speaker, and enlisted in the Navy for 20 years. Furthermore, he was featured in Forbes and in Yahoo Finance where he unfolds his expertise and gave an intense explanation of how he can help the Veter...

Need to get a house for you to live in? Are you still paying a house for rent? Oftentimes, we overly complicate things and not make things sophisticated and simple. But with these available down payment assistance and home loan programs, not only to buyers but also to investors, surely you’ll get to owning a home with ease. Joining us today is April Mackey Iliff, a Loan officer from Premier Nation...

Thinking about starting a business, looking for commercial space, or maybe looking to start or open a store/restaurant but don’t know what to do or where to go? This episode is for you! Residential property investment tends to grab the headlines, but in today's episode, you’ll discover another type of asset that offers the security of bricks and mortar with high returns and long-term security. Joi...

Selling and/or buying a home is many times a fairly smooth process but in some cases, it can be extremely complicated and may turn emotional for those involved. That’s why it is important to us that our clients know and understand the home buying and selling process along with the local market trends, especially here in the Charleston region so that they can make confident and educated decisions,...

Real estate is no different from the stock market. Like the stock market, the real estate market goes up and down. Historically though, it has always rebounded from dips and come back even stronger. Overall, there will always be a demand for real estate. Do you want some perspective on these crazy happenings in our current market, specifically here in the Charleston area? Today's dynamic show is w...

Your home buying or selling process should not be complicated. Do you have issues that can deter someone from purchasing a home? Is your roof leaking, showing signs of wear, or do you worry that a recent storm has damaged your roof's protective barrier? Thinking of selling your home? Inspect it before you even list it. Today's another episode of EXIT Strategies Radio Show with none other than Kari...

Managing your own rental property can be hard and is a significant time investment. So take a vacation from worrying about how your property is doing, ease your pain, and prevent any mischief at your rental properties. Together with Eric Wetherington, the Broker-in-charge of New Heights Property Management for over 14 years with offices in Summerville, South Carolina. He is an entrepreneur, an exp...