Get Me Ready To Buy

Tune into this episode of the Get Me Ready to Buy podcast for crucial updates on the evolving real estate landscape. Recent settlements involving the National Association of Realtors (NAR) have introduced new regulations affecting realtor compensation. As of August 2024, listing agents will no longer cover buyer's agent fees through MLS, highlighting the need for clear agreements between buyers an...

Join us on the latest episode of the Get Me Ready to Buy podcast as we delve into the topic of loans with our guest, George Sago, the Vice President of Mortgage at Bank Plus. In this episode, we will explore the various types of loans available and how they can impact sellers when considering offers. One key aspect we focus on is the contrasting requirements between FHA and conventional loans. For...

Join me on this episode of the Get Me Ready to Buy Podcast as we discuss the October 2023 housing market update, where we debunk three common myths surrounding the United States housing market. Discover the latest trends in inventory, equity, and home prices as I provide an insightful analysis of the current and future state of the market. Don’t miss out on this informative episode! 1:10 - Foreclo...

In this episode of the Get Me Ready to Buy Podcast , we explore the benefits of working with a buyer's agent when purchasing a home. We discuss how a buyer's agent serves as a personal advocate, sets expectations, and navigates the process and documents. We also delve into finding a buyer's agent, including asking for referrals, researching online, and evaluating qualifications and communication s...

In today's episode, I am discussing closing with confidence on my podcasts, Get Me Ready to Buy and Get Me Ready to Sell. Closing is a process that involves persevering through various tasks even after a property is under contract. My guest, Amy Spicer, is a licensed attorney in Tennessee and Mississippi, specializing in transactional real estate law. Although this episode is not intended to creat...

One hurdle many homebuyers face is the amount of money needed to actually purchase the home. They can make the payment easily. Their income and credit score say they can afford the home and are a good credit risk. Unfortunately, that is not enough. Buyers need cash for downpayments, fees, and other expenses. This episode shows you what you may need and some options for where it could come from. 3:...

Thank you for listening to the Get Me Ready to Buy podcast. In this episode, I will discuss what happens when a house deal falls apart and how you can fix it, if possible. As a buyer or seller, it can be frustrating when a deal you thought was secure suddenly crumbles. There are various reasons for this, whether it's due to issues on your end or the other party's. I will provide tips for buyers on...

Why work with a REALTOR? On this episode of the Get Me Ready to Buy podcast, we discuss the benefits of having a buyer's agent. From property access to personal advocacy and professional connections, there are plenty of reasons to consider working with a REALTOR when buying a home. 1:50 - Property Access 4:49 - Personal Advocate 14:32 - Professional Associates Looking to buy a home? I can help you...

Thank you for tuning in to the Get Me Ready to Buy podcast. Today, we're discussing the important step of making an offer on a home. In this episode, we cover how to prepare yourself for this process and ensure your offer aligns with the seller's expectations. From working with professionals to planning your finances, we guide you through each stage of buying a home. So, let's jump in and master t...

Thank you for joining me today. In this episode, we will be discussing the latest housing market update for August 2023 in the United States. Without further ado, let's dive right in. As I share my screen today, the visuals may vary, and you might notice me occasionally looking away to ensure that I accurately follow and cover our topic. 0:58 - Consumer Survey on Home Prices 6:40 - Recession and E...

Welcome to the Get Me Ready To Buy Podcast, where we discuss the essential steps to prepare for purchasing your dream home. In this episode, we focus on the importance of picking the right location for your future home. Before beginning your search, it's crucial to assemble a team of professionals, such as a real estate agent, lender, home inspector, and insurance provider. This, along with carefu...

Welcome to the Get Me Ready To Buy Podcast , where we provide expert guidance and support to help you purchase your dream home with confidence. In this episode, we will walk you through the homebuyer success path, a comprehensive six-step process designed to prepare you to make a successful purchase. By following this path, you will gain the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the home-buyin...

Thank you for tuning into the Get Me Ready to Buy Podcast , where we help buyers prepare for the home buying process. In this episode, we discuss the closing process and what it entails. Closing refers to the transfer of ownership of the property from the seller to the buyer. While there are twelve steps to the closing process, according to Investopedia, it's important to note that these steps may...

Hey, thanks for joining me today for the podcast. I'm really looking forward to this episode because we're talking about how to prepare for the unexpected. There's really no way to prepare for the unexpected. However, we're going to do our best to try to accomplish that. And today's episode is available on both, Get Me Ready To Sell and Get Me Ready To Buy, Because if you're selling or buying, the...

Let's face it, things just may not work out with you and your real estate agent. So what do you do when it's time to fire your realtor? This episode of the podcast works for either sellers or buyers. So it's going to be used on both Get Me Ready To Sell and Get Me Ready To Buy, the podcast for sellers and the podcast for buyers. So let's dive into how to fire your real estate agent. 1:24 - Reason...

Thank you for joining me on the Get Me Ready to Buy podcast today. On the podcast today, we're going to be talking to Monica Neubauer. She is going to talk to us about what a realtor is. 3:10 - What is REALTOR? 5:30 - Code of Ethics 8:45 - Code/Law Violations 17:20 - NAR (National Association of Realtors) If you're not sure how ready you are to buy a home, get your score at www. ReadyToBuyScore.co...

Hey. Thank you for joining me on the Get Me Ready To Buy Podcast today. Today, we're going to be talking about money and getting preapproved. You know, as a buyer, you need to partner with a professional, and that's going to be a real estate agent or maybe a lender. A lender is another professional that you need to have working with you. And part of that is the lender's responsibility to help you...

So I asked Tanya here today to talk a little bit about getting you ready to buy a home. What does it take financially? She's not a lender. So we'll talk to a lender in a future episode. But preparing yourself to get ready is all about credit scores, money, and all that kind of stuff that’s important. 8:53 - 5 Ways That You Can Help Your Credit 16:48 - Adjustable Rate Mortgage and the 2008 Crash 20...

Hey, thanks for joining me for the very first Get Me Ready To Buy podcast. This is the podcast where we develop content around the buyer's success path framework that helps you successfully and confidently buy a home. 3:55 - Tip #1: Use a Team 5:19 - Tip #2: Save for Down Payment and Closing Costs 7:57 - Tip #3: Get Pre-Approved 9:17 - Tip #4: Shop Rates 10:33 - Tip #5: Know Your Credit Score 11:2...

Hey, thank you for joining me for this episode of The Get Me Ready to Buy Podcast. Today we're going to be talking about what sellers want from a buyer when selling their home. But before we do, let me remind you about the buyer's success path. We talked about that in episode one. There are six parts to the buyer's success path. Partner with professionals, plan the money, pick your place, persever...

Unicorn years is our new term for describing the housing market during the pandemic years because a unicorn is something that is greatly desired but is difficult or impossible to find. Hey, thanks for joining me today on the podcast. Today's a special episode because this episode is being played to both get me ready to sell and get me ready to buy. 1:47 - Unicorn Years 2:20 - Home Appreciation 12:...