Full Count Podcast

  Andrew Vargas and Nick Musella are joined by a special guest, Miguel Diaz, a real estate agent veteran with over 20 years of experience. Miguel started his career prior to the financial crisis of 2008, so he has weathered the storm, short sales, and luxury sales. Miguel provides advice for agents and home sellers and buyers alike during the current state of the market and economy.   Topics: Expl...

Nationally home prices have softened about 3.2% from the peak, back in June 2022. For the 10 to 20 city indexes, its down 4.6% from the peak. More than overall nation. That’s the latest data provided since last month. For a specific city and/or neighborhood, reach out to Andrew Vargas to provide you the statistics and analysis. There is a lot of progress right now with mortgage rates improving. As...

Recap of 2022 and our take on the look forward into 2023 for Real Estate, Stocks, and the Economy About 70% of wealth is lost within 2 generations as the family of Cornelius Vanderbilt did How the stock market did in 2022 and how much real estate prices fell from its peak Spike in mortgage rates softened home buying demand Personal Savings Rate falls, lowest since 2005 It’s said about 70% of wealt...

Today we have a very special guest on. He is a very good friend of Nick's and is the definition of a true entrepreneur; through and through. He is a successful business owner, entrepreneur, and sales person, and we are confident anyone could learn a lot from him, especially if you’re striving to be your own boss, start your own business, or looking to become financially free. Jarred is the founder...

Mortgage rates are currently higher than usual and in this market it requires strategy and creativity to benefit, Angelo (Mortgage Broker) explains how to succeed as a home buyer and homeowner. Angelo had multiple Full Count moments in his career and as of recent he explains what actions he took while most mortgage brokers/lenders sat out. He got his break by working hard and associating with some...

Daily habits to excel under pressure and the more laughs the better!  In this episode Andrew, Nick and Steven have an any anything goes episode where they discuss they're daily routines, interests, and what they enjoying doing for fun - from sock coffee to exercise, mountain biking, and golf, to cooking Branzino. Finding what works best for you, while also keeping connected with what you enjoy and...

In this episode of the Full Count Channel Andrew describes his experience in Rome, why he was there, and some of his survival techniques when traveling and blending into new cultures, "When in Rome, do as the Romans do." Nick is an Italian American so he made sure to provide a locals perspective on life, real estate in Italy, Italian culture which of course includes wine, pasta, and living La Bell...

In this episode of the Full Count Channel, Andrew, Nick and Steven cover the ins-and-outs of home remodeling, including picking Steven's brain on he usually sees and recommends as a General Contractor. Steven Cambreros (co-host at Full Count Channel) is a licensed contractor and small business owner at C&C Construction & Remodeling Co. Steven breaks it down by asking his clients if the work is to...

IN this episode of the Full Count Channel Loan Officer, Matthew Settles joins us in describing the ins-and-outs of real estate loans, and shares his experience that led him to his success. Matt describes the utility behind a HELOC loan and how homeowners can use it as a tool. We describe how crucial curb appeal is to increase the price of your property, and overall tips to make your property appea...

In this episode of the Full Count Channel Andrew and Nick discuss the state of the Stock and Real Estate Markets over the first half of 2022, touch on current economic trends, and discuss whether or not Inflation will keep up or slow down based on certain leading indicators and the Federal Reserve's recent decisions.  This episode also hits on the death of James Caan (Oscar winning actor who playe...

In this episode we take a look at the US real estate and housing market back in 2018 and 2019, before the Covid outbreak. Discussing how the housing market was trending and where it was projected to go. Then we discuss what happened once Covid was declared a global pandemic and borders shut down. Lastly we cover where we are today as of July 2022 and where we believe, based on predictive indicator...

Get to know us as the hosts of the Full Count Channel, and what some of our "Full Count Moments" were.  Full count in baseball means when a batter has three balls and two strikes so the next throw from the pitcher will lead to the player’s destiny- get on base, hit a home run, or strike out - so that immediately amplifies the pressure on the Batter.  A "Full Count Moment" is exactly this - when th...

A channel for high achievers to excel under pressure and become a powerhouse. To make it work no matter the cards one is dealt. Engaging conversation (and interviews) on a wide range of topics from business to current events, and real estate!   This channel is to help others gain knowledge from various industries/topics but primarily real estate. Reason for various industries is because eventually...