Real Estate Connections | with Mary Foerster

What happens when you make a big move after divorce, hoping for a fresh start, only to realize the new place does not feel like home? In this episode of Real Estate Connections, Mary Foerster talks with Amy Bolduc, host of the Grounded in Maine podcast, about sustainability, relocation, starting over, and the courage it takes to keep searching for a place that truly fits. Amy shares how her journe...

Moving an aging parent is rarely just about boxes, trucks, and logistics. It is about memories, family roles, downsizing, difficult decisions, safety, health changes, and the emotional work of letting go. In this episode of Real Estate Connections, Mary Foerster talks with Ryan Hegarty about what happened when a moving professional had to help move his own parents. Ryan has spent more than 16 year...

In this solo episode of Real Estate Connections, Mary Foerster shares two YouTube channels she believes are especially helpful for people thinking about buying a home, preparing for retirement, improving financial confidence, or making sense of long-term care costs. First, Mary recommends How to Buy a Home with David Sidoni, a consumer-focused resource designed to help future homeowners understand...

Can Massachusetts homeowners now build an accessory dwelling unit on their property? In this special episode, originally recorded for Married to Real Estate at Westford Community Access Television, Mary Foerster and Mary McCauley interview Massachusetts State Representative James “Jim” Arciero about the state’s new accessory dwelling unit law and its potential impact on homeowners, families, munic...

Have you ever dreamed about moving somewhere new, only to wonder if you're chasing a destination or a feeling? In this episode of Real Estate Connections, Mary Foerster welcomes relocation coach, corporate executive, and Moving For Smarties founder Mariette Frey for a fascinating conversation about the emotional side of moving. Together, they explore why so many people dream about relocating,...

What if you could help an aging parent move closer to you without paying investment property rates? In this episode of Real Estate Connections, Mary Foerster sits down with mortgage expert Gabe Whitmer to discuss one of the most underutilized mortgage programs available today: the Family Opportunity Mortgage. Together, they explore how adult children can purchase homes for aging parents or disable...

What should you consider before relocating from a major city to a quieter coastal community? In this episode of Real Estate Connections, Mary Foerster talks with Washington DC Realtor David Shotwell about second homes, retirement relocation, aging in place, walkable communities, and what urban homeowners should think through before making a major lifestyle move. David shares insights from 14 years...

What happens when aging parents can no longer safely stay in their current home? In this episode of Real Estate Connections, Mary Foerster talks with Colorado Springs Realtor and Seniors Real Estate Specialist Wanda Wood about the growing challenges families face when navigating caregiving, senior housing transitions, aging in place, and long-term planning. Wanda shares real-world insight from wor...

What if podcasting is about more than just recording a conversation? In this special solo episode of Real Estate Connections, Mary Foerster steps away from real estate to share her personal journey into podcasting, how it started, what she has learned, and why she believes more people should consider finding and sharing their voice. Mary reflects on co-hosting her first podcast, Married to Real Es...

How do mortgage decisions change as you move into your 40s, 50s, and beyond? In this episode of Real Estate Connections, host Mary Foerster sits down with Solomon Skolnick, a senior loan originator and author known as “Professor Home Loan,” to break down what today’s buyers need to understand about financing in a changing market. With more than 20 years of experience, Solomon shares insights speci...

What should you consider before making a move in retirement? In this episode of Real Estate Connections, host Mary Foerster sits down with Frank Menard, a real estate professional, coach, and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, to talk about the real-life decisions behind relocating later in life. Frank shares his personal experience moving from New Hampshire to Florida and then relocating again within Flo...

What happens to your home as you age? In this episode of Real Estate Connections, host Mary Foerster has a candid and personal conversation with her husband, Carl Foerster, about the real-life housing decisions they are beginning to face in their 70s. From health considerations and financial realities to emotional attachment and lifestyle preferences, this episode explores the many factors that in...

Have you ever seen signs that say “We Buy Ugly Houses” and wondered what they really mean? In this episode of Real Estate Connections, host Mary Foerster breaks down the concept of real estate wholesaling, what it is, how it works, and why it matters for homeowners, investors, and families. Drawing on her background in state government affairs with AARP, Mary shares both the legitimate role wholes...

How do you actually use Feng Shui in your home? In this episode of Real Estate Connections, host Mary Foerster welcomes back Interiors Therapy expert Suzanne Roynon for a deeper, more practical conversation on how to apply Feng Shui principles in everyday life. Following a popular episode on decluttering and Feng Shui basics, Suzanne returns to share how homeowners can identify key areas of their...

What actually makes a great realtor? In this episode of Real Estate Connections, host Mary Foerster sits down with Mary McCauley, a luxury real estate advisor and founder of McCauley Fine Homes, to walk through what clients should expect when working with a real estate professional. Licensed in Massachusetts and New Hampshire with over 10 years of experience, Mary McCauley is known for her client-...

What have we learned so far about today’s real estate market? In this episode of Real Estate Connections, host Mary Foerster takes a step back to recap the first six episodes of the podcast and share what listeners can expect moving forward. From turnkey real estate investing and mortgage strategies to decluttering, relocation, and affordable housing, Mary highlights the key insights from conversa...

In this follow-up episode of Real Estate Connections, host Mary Foerster welcomes back Tim Robinson and Danny Cole to break down the real numbers behind turnkey rental property investing. In their previous conversation, they explained what turnkey investing is and how it works. In this episode, they take the next step by walking through the financial details. From purchase price and down payments...

Can the way your home is organized affect your relationships, health, and overall happiness? In this episode of Real Estate Connections, host Mary Foerster speaks with Suzanne Roynon, an internationally recognized Interiors Therapy expert and member of the International Feng Shui Guild. Suzanne helps homeowners and professionals understand how clutter, possessions, and the layout of a space can in...

What does it mean to move from selling homes to connecting people with the right real estate professionals across the country? In this special episode of Real Estate Connections , the tables are turned as Julie DeLucca-Collins interviews host Mary Foerster about her journey from full-time realtor to referral-based connector and national podcast creator. Mary shares: Why relocating reshaped her rea...

Welcome to Real Estate Connections. I’m Mary Foerster, and I’m excited to introduce a podcast dedicated to thoughtful conversations about today’s real estate landscape. Each week, you’ll hear discussions with professionals, investors, and community voices who are shaping residential and commercial markets across the country. Together, we’ll explore housing trends, evolving market conditions, and t...

In this episode of Real Estate Connections , Mary Foerster explores one of the most common questions in home buying: how does financing actually work? Mary speaks with mortgage professional Tony Cardinali about the fundamentals of home loans, down payment options, and what first-time buyers should understand before beginning a purchase. The conversation examines how different loan programs operate...

In this episode of Real Estate Connections, Mary Foerster continues the conversation on real estate investing by examining how turnkey investment properties operate. Mary speaks with real estate investor Tim Robinson and investment consultant Danny Cole about the mechanics of turnkey investing, including property acquisition, renovation, leasing, and ongoing management. The discussion focuses on h...