Getting Real With Real Estate

It's unbelievable how far we've come - our 50th episode. Jim and Danielle answer some big questions about real estate and... real life! Thank you to everyone for their support, and looking forward to 50 more episodes!

We're in our third year of podcasting, and this week's episode is a throwback to how we got started in the Real Estate business and ended up as a team. We invite you to join us in the reminiscing!

From apartment-style, to downtown lofts to townhomes - there are a lot of variations on condos. But is a condo right for you? In our newest episode of Getting Real With Real Estate, we’re talking about the differences as well as how to decide if this real estate investment is something to consider for your situation.  

We're looking at cost vs. value of Spring home projects on this new episode of Getting Real With Real Estate! Which projects will boost your home's value, and which are more for your enjoyment? Listen in to find out!

We're on a mission to discover how our predictions for 2025 panned out! Listen in to this week's episode for a comprehensive (and fun!) recap of this past year.

This week, we’re talking about a very real and somewhat difficult topic: aging and living in-home. There are many things to consider when you or your loved one would like to stay in their current living situation, but their health or abilities change. Jim and Danielle provide tips and perspective in episode 45.

We're celebrating getting closer to the 50-episode mark, and going behind the curtain of the podcast! Don't miss this fun and exciting episode, including resources for anyone looking for production support!

 There are so many myths out there about the real estate business, so we’re debunking them in our latest episode of Getting Real With Real Estate! 

Home inspections are a significant part of the buying (or selling) process. In our latest episode of Getting Real With Real Estate, we're taking a look at some examples, as well as chatting about the ins and out of inspections to keep you informed for your next buying or selling experience.

It's a term you hear often in conjunction with real estate: the MLS. But what is it? And why is it important when you're buying or selling a home? On this week's episode of Getting Real With Real Estate, we dive into this and so much more.

How can small businesses benefit from accounting services, without breaking the bank? It’s part 2 of our chat with Joe Martin, from the Caffeinated Accountant on Getting Real With Real Estate! 

How does buying a house or an investment property affect your taxes? Jim and Danielle get some pro tips on these topics and more from Joe Martin - the Caffeinated Accountant - on this episode of Getting Real With Real Estate!

Moving - this topic makes many people cringe. However, in our latest episode of Getting Real With Real Estate, we’re chatting with Hayden and Olivia from Arch Moving. They share their experience, as well as some tips to make the process easier for everyone. Don’t miss it!

It's that time of year - more houses go on the market, and buyers are searching for their next home. On episode 37, Jim and Danielle discuss what's happening in Spring Selling Season - so if you're in the market to buy or sell, you'll need to hear this!

What is an “iBuyer”? Do they affect the real estate market? We’re talking “deal or no deal” with big online buyers and bypassing real estate agents - what are the pros and cons of doing business this way? It’s an interesting topic for anyone buying or selling in today’s market.

Welcome to 2025! On our first episode of the New Year, we’re making our predictions for this year. If you’re in the market to move, this episode is a “must hear”!

This week we're recapping 2024, and seeing how closely our predictions came to fruition. From interest rates to home prices and more, join us for this new episode!

This week on Getting Real With Real Estate, we’re chatting with Elizabeth Lindburg from Rescue Movement Alliance! Not only do we help people find homes, we’re also advocates for animal foster and adoption. If you’re looking for our cutest episode yet, this is it!

So many questions are circulating about how the upcoming election will affect the housing market. On this week’s episode of Getting Real With Real Estate, we’re excited to answer some of those questions, and let you know how exactly buyers and sellers may be affected by all the politics. Listen in here, or wherever you get your podcasts!

This week, we're talking cars, houses, and customer service! Nick from Dents Express is our guest, so don't miss our latest episode of Getting Real With Real Estate. It's a real "hum-DINGER"!

How are credit scores calculated? How does my credit score affect a home loan? Jim and Danielle discuss these and other important questions on this week's episode of Getting Real With Real Estate! Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts.

Whether you’re buying a home, starting a new chapter in your life, or thinking about retirement, having a financial planner can definitely help you have a solid plan for your future. We’re talking with Todd Birkenholz from Genex Consulting on this week’s episode of Getting Real With Real Estate!

How do you sell a home 88% faster and get over 20% over asking price? Gillian Marchenko joins us on this week’s episode of Getting Real With Real Estate to chat about the ins and out of home staging!

This week we’re switching things up!  We talked with Jeannine Beck from the Mid County Chamber of Commerce about the upcoming Taste of Maplewood.  Listen here or wherever you find your podcasts - and come out and join us at the event on May 17-18, 2024!

There is some very big news happening in the Real Estate. This week we’re talking about the NAR settlement, and what it means for you and us going forward. Listen here, or wherever you get your podcasts!