It's Real

Kayla and Andrew sit down to get you caught up on everything real estate.  We'll talk rates, economic data, affordability, and talk about how buying a new construction home may actually be better for your budget.  Tune in!

The Presidential Debate last week had far reaching effects, including a hike in mortgage interest rates and we'll tell you why.  We'll also dive into "The State of the Nation's Housing" report by Harvard University and share the top five things that are affecting housing in 2024. Have a safe and wonderful holiday weekend!

There's a lot going on in real estate and on episode 48, Kayla and Andrew cover everything you need to know if you're in the market to buy or sell this summer. From rate updates and market stats to affordability, new construction, election year worries, the group of Americans who are "powering" the housing market and more, you'll want to tune in for this jam-packed episode...

The real estate market is shifting from a game of speed to a game of skill and on today's episode, Kayla and Andrew talk about why it's never been more important to align yourself with a team of active real estate experts to ensure success. We'll share what we're seeing in the market, talk rates, what's in store for the rest of the year and more. Tune in

Who you surround yourself with has a profound impact in shaping you as an individual and your life experience. On Episode 50 of the It's Real Podcast, Kayla & Andrew take a deep dive into the importance of people in our lives. From those we surround ourselves with, to having a personal board of directors, we'll share with you the keys of success and even give you a glimpse into how w...

The busy spring housing market is upon us and despite rising mortgage interest rates and continued inflation, home prices continue to climb. On Episode 45 of the It's Real Podcast, Kayla and Andrew discuss the surprising things they are seeing in the market, and take a deep dive into what is actually involved when listing your home for sale. Tune in!

After a 2 week hiatus, the It's Real Podcast is Back! The housing market has really come alive in the month of May and on today's episode we'll catch you up on everything we've seen in both the mortgage and real estate world. We'll talk rates, projections, market data and so much more. Tune in!

With Memorial Day in the books, summer is officially upon us and with that comes a lot of activity in the world of real estate. On today's episode, Kayla and Andrew keep you up to date with what they are seeing in the regional market, mortgage, and more. We'll also highlight some likely changes that are coming to real estate this fall regarding agent compensation and representation that...

Things are starting to heat up in the housing market with Spring quickly approaching, and did you know the best week to list your home is just around the corner? On Episode 42 of the It's Real Podcast, we'll have a follow-up conversation on last week's episode, discussing proposed changes to how agents are compensated and what the potential implications are for anyone looking to buy...

The Consumer Price Index (CPI) report came out today, with inflation figures higher than anticipated. On Episode 43 of the It's Real Podcast, we'll dive into the CPI report, what's driving the CPI higher, how it's affecting the market, and what it means for real estate and mortgage rates. Tune in!

One of the challenges to owning a home today lies in the cost of insurance. On Episode 44 of the It's Real Podcast, Kayla and Andrew are joined by Dani Miller from Aspire Insurance. From huge rate increases to insurance carriers leaving the local market, Dani shares thoughtful insights on the market along with practical tips to save you money. Tune in! 

Major changes are coming to the real estate industry related to how agents are compensated. On Episode 41 of the It's Real Podcast, we'll unpack one of the greatest changes to ever hit real estate with the NAR Settlement, including how it will impact consumers and the overall home buying process. We'll talk rates, current events, and share our predictions for the future of real esta...

Last week, we discussed Keller Williams co-founder Gary Keller's assertion that real estate is in a recession. We'll recap that topic and take a deep dive into market stats for our local markets to provide you a timely understanding of where the real estate market sits and where we go from here. Even though the current market still favors sellers due to low inventory, Kayla explores sell...

There's a lot to talk about on Episode 39 of the It's Real Podcast and we dive right into a variety of real estate topics, including Keller Williams co-founder Gary Keller's assertion that real estate is in a recession. We'll unpack this topic, share what we are seeing locally, talk about what you can expect for the rest of 2024, and so much more, including Kayla being publishe...

On Episode 38 of the It's Real Podcast, Kayla and Andrew catch up after a week's hiatus for conferences and family vacations. We'll talk rates, housing news, and share why today's housing supply is a sweet spot for sellers. Tune in

Comparison is the thief of joy! On Episode 37 of the It's Real Podcast we talk about the need for consumers to stop comparing our current market to that of the "unicorn years" of 2020 - 2022. We'll talk rates, January's explosive jobs report, share how the office space fallout is causing pain for regional banks, and more. Tune in!

On Episode 36 of the It's Real Podcast, we'll explore the topic of education: should it be required prior to buying or selling a home? We'll talk rates, trends, and real estate news, including the fact that younger buyers want baby boomers to update their homes. Tune in!

The Wall Street Journal is reporting that it's getting harder to get a mortgage. On Episode 35 of the It's Real Podcast, Kayla and Andrew dive into this topic and share three (3) tips on setting yourself up for success when looking to buy a home. We'll talk about the Federal Reserve's latest meeting, where rates and the economy are headed, in addition to an exciting announcemen...

On Episode 33 of the It's Real Podcast, Kayla and Andrew dive into the topic of refinancing - is now a good time, how long does it take to refinance, and is there really such a thing as a no-cost refi? We'll chat rates, talk about consumer sentiment, and tell you about the group of homebuyers who still would be interested in buying a home if interest rates were at 10%.  Tune in!

Why buy a previously owned home when you can buy one that is newly constructed? On Episode 34 of the It's Real Podcast, Kayla and Andrew dive into the pros and cons related to buying a new build, why it is becoming a more likely reality for many buyers, and how it may just be able to save you money in the process. Tune in!

On Episode 32 of the It's Real Podcast, Kayla and Andrew dive into the top 7 considerations you as a consumer should consider when setting real estate goals in 2024. In addition to sharing practical tips on how to set yourself up for success in the new year, we'll share a market update and interesting facts, including the production levels of an average real estate agent in 2023, which y...

On Episode 31 of the It's Real Podcast, we kick off "Season 2" with a discussion on goals in the new year. We'll recap the 2023 real estate market, talk about what's in store for 2024, including our predictions and what we plan to cover as we work to help others reach their real estate goals. Tune in!

On Episode 29 of the It's Real Podcast, Kayla & Andy discuss the top six (6) real estate myths and misconceptions that they see as they work actively to help clients reach their goals.  They talk about positive movement in the market and what's in store for 2024!

Season one of the It's Real Podcast in in the books as we complete our 30th episode, while also celebrating mortgage rates dropping below 7%! We'll discuss what's in store for 2024 and so much more...tune in!

On Episode 28 of the It's Real Podcast, we'll talk about a recent survey sharing consumer sentiment on the housing market, including the fact that 35% of Americans hope the housing market will crash in 2024. Fannie and Freddie upped 2024 loan limits in most areas, and home prices continue to climb higher even as market activity tapers off leading into the holiday season. We'll share...