Real Estate, Real Stories with Corey Feldman Podcast

As of October 1, 2024 , Maryland’s Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA) is officially in effect. Signed into law by Governor Wes Moore, this legislation aims to protect renters from displacement while offering them the chance to become homeowners. Modeled after D.C.’s TOPA, Maryland’s version includes stricter timelines, but it’s important for both buyers and sellers to understand how this ne...

🏠 Welcome to this weekend’s Market Pulse! If you’re short on time, check out the TL/DR video for a quick summary. For everyone else, let’s dive into the latest data from RLAH @properties for October 2nd to October 9th and take a closer look at the evolving market. 📊 Market Pulse: October 2 - October 9 • Average Number of Offers: 1.3 (A noticeable drop from 1.9 last week, suggesting a softening i...

🏠 Welcome to this week’s Market Pulse! If you’re short on time, check out the video for a quick summary. For everyone else, let’s dig into the latest data from September 25th to October 2nd from RLAH@properties and see how the market is evolving. 📊 Market Pulse: September 25 - October 2 • Average Number of Offers: 1.9 (A significant increase from 1.6 last week, reflecting stronger competition in...

🏠 Welcome to this week's Market Pulse! For those short on time, check out the TL/DR video. Let's dive into the latest data and analyze the continuing trends in our local real estate market. 📊 Market Pulse Highlights 🔢 Average Number of Offers : 1.6 per new listing (holding steady from last week). This consistently high number underscores the ongoing competitiveness for fresh inventory. Notably,...

🏠 Welcome to this week's Market Pulse! For those short on time, check out the video for a quick TLDR. For everyone else, let's dive into the data and see what's happening in our local real estate market. 📊 Market Pulse: September 11 - September 18 🔢 Average Number of Offers : 1.6 per new listing (up from 1.3 last week). 37% of new contracts had multiple offers (down from 67%). 💰 Offer Prices :...

I've been closely watching the economic indicators, particularly inflation rates. When inflation dropped below 3%, I became fairly confident that the Federal Reserve would cut rates. My certainty grew when inflation further declined to 2.5%. Yesterday, the Fed confirmed these predictions by reducing the benchmark interest rate by an aggressive 0.50 percentage points - the first cut since 2020. Thi...

🏠 Welcome to my Weekend Pulse Check, using RLAH @properties data for September 4 - September 11 🏠 📊 Market Pulse: September 4 - September 11 🔢 Average Number of Offers : 1.3 per listing (up from 0.7 last week). 67% of new contracts had multiple offers (up from 17%). 💰 Offer Prices : * Above List : 58% (up from 33%) * At List : 25% (down from 50%) * Below List : 17% (unchanged) 🔍 Inspection T...

(00:00:00): Good morning, everyone. (00:00:01): I'm excited to share this. (00:00:04): Back on August 14th, (00:00:05): inflation dropped below 3%, (00:00:07): hitting 2.9, (00:00:08): and I was already confident we'd see a rate cut at the upcoming Fed meeting. (00:00:13): So today, it's even better. (00:00:14): Inflation is now down to 2.5%. (00:00:18): With the Fed meeting on September 17th to t...

🏠 Welcome to my Weekend Pulse Check, using RLAH @properties data for August 28 - September 4 🏠 🚨 IMPORTANT: This week's data covers Labor Day weekend, traditionally one of the slowest periods in real estate. The numbers reflect this expected seasonal lull. * 🔢 Average Number of Offers : 0.7 per listing (down from 1.0 last week). Only 17% of new contracts had multiple offers. * 💰 Offer Prices...

🏠 Welcome to our "Friday Pulse Check: Your Weekend Market Vitals" 🏠 Here's the latest market data from RLAH @properties to give you crucial insights ahead of the weekend: 📊 Market Pulse: August 21 - August 28 📊 * 🔢 Average Number of Offers : 1.0 per listing (down from 1.7 last week). 10% of new contracts had multiple offers (down from 50%). * 💰 Offer Prices : * Above List: 20% (down from 60%...

Hey there! Watch the video for the TL/DR Version! Let's talk about how home values have been changing over the last few years. It's been quite a journey, right? Here's something to consider - most folks haven't had their home appraised or gotten a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) since they bought the place. With all the market shifts, that could mean your insurance coverage isn't keeping up. Tha...

🏠 Welcome to our "Friday Pulse Check: Your Weekend Market Vitals" 🏠 Here's the latest market data from RLAH @properties to give you crucial insights ahead of the weekend: 📊 Market Pulse: August 14 - August 21 📊 1. 🔢 **Average Number of Offers**: 1.7 per listing (up from 1.4 last week). 50% of new contracts had multiple offers (up from 46%). 2. 💰 **Offer Prices**: * Above List: 60% (up from 5...

Welcome to our "Friday Pulse Check: Your Weekend Market Vitals". Here's the latest market data from RLAH @properties to give you crucial insights ahead of the weekend: Market Pulse: August 7 - August 14 * Average Number of Offers : 1.4 per listing (up from 1.3 last week). 46% of new contracts had multiple offers (up from 44%). * Offer Prices : * Above List: 54% (up from 50%) * At List: 31% (up fro...

While I don’t typically include podcasts in my email distribution, the significance of these upcoming changes prompted me to make an exception. Given the impact this will have on both buyers and sellers, I’m sending this out as part of my standard distribution to ensure everyone is informed. The TLDR/KISS off it is: Buyer compensation will now be negotiated within the offer agreement, not in advan...

(00:00:00): Good morning, everyone. (00:00:01): So I signed a new listing the other night, (00:00:03): and I was talking to this lovely couple about the best time to photograph their (00:00:07): home to take advantage of natural light. (00:00:10): And it got me thinking about buyers. (00:00:11): I posted on this topic before, but I do think it's worth repeating. (00:00:16): Really, it is really im...

(00:00:01): Hey, good morning, everyone. (00:00:02): Now, if you're watching this on video, this is obviously part of my Fed Hair Don't Care series. (00:00:08): So I woke up this morning to fantastic news. (00:00:10): I don't know if you saw it, but inflation is below 3% for the first time since 2021. (00:00:17): Obviously, I had been anticipating lately that interest rates would likely drop in Se...

(00:00:00): Hi, Corey Feldman with the Feldman Group at RLAH. (00:00:03): Now, (00:00:03): when you're buying a piece of property, (00:00:05): whether it's a house, (00:00:06): a townhouse, (00:00:07): a condo, (00:00:08): it doesn't matter. (00:00:09): You're not just buying real estate, you're buying into a community. (00:00:14): So it's really important that you understand the community in whic...

(00:00:00): Hi, Corey Feldman with the Feldman Group at RLAH, and this is my Bed, Hair, Don't Care series. (00:00:05): Perhaps you saw my video yesterday and you're like, (00:00:09): hey, (00:00:09): great, (00:00:10): there's wonderful opportunities for buyers right now, (00:00:12): but I've got a house I need to sell. (00:00:15): You're telling me you don't think I should list it until Labor Day...

(00:00:00): Hi, (00:00:00): this is Corey Feldman with the Feldman Group at RLAH, (00:00:02): and this is for my Just Rolled Out of Bed series. (00:00:05): Thinking of buying a home? (00:00:07): Don't wait for September for interest rates to drop further. (00:00:10): Here's why. (00:00:11): The market's great for buyers right now. (00:00:13): Interest rates are close to a 12-month low, and if you...

Welcome to our "Friday Pulse Check: Your Weekend Market Vitals". Here's the latest market data from RLAH @properties to give you crucial insights ahead of the weekend: Market Pulse: July 31 - August 7 * Average Number of Offers : 1.3 per listing (down from 1.5 last week). 44% of new contracts had multiple offers (down from 50%). * Offer Prices : * Above List: 50% (down from 64%) * At List: 19% (do...

Welcome to our weekly "Friday Pulse Check". Here's the latest market data from RLAH @properties: Market Pulse: July 24 - July 31 * Average Number of Offers : 1.5 per listing (down from 2.1) 50% of new contracts had multiple offers (down from 56%) * Offer Prices : * Above List: 64% (up from 62%) * At List: 21% (down from 25%) * Below List: 15% (up from 13%) * Inspection Trends : * No Inspection: 57...

Welcome to our new feature, "Friday Pulse Check: Your Weekend Market Vitals". Every Friday, I'll share key market data from RLAH @properties, giving you crucial insights ahead of the weekend. While you'll find a comprehensive analysis in Monday's Market Report, this pulse check offers a timely snapshot of current market conditions. Let's dive into this week's market vitals: Market Pulse: July 17 -...

Welcome back to another edition of Market Monday, your weekly dose of real estate insights! As we find ourselves in the thick of summer, the market continues to evolve, presenting a complex landscape of challenges and opportunities. Our latest data reflects the continuation of the seasonal patterns we've been tracking, but it's crucial to understand that inventory remains a primary driver of marke...

As we move past the 4th of July holiday and into the heart of summer, Buyers Take Note: Seasonal shifts open opportunities in the Real Estate Market! The latest ATTOM U.S. Home Affordability Report underscores the challenges that have plagued the national housing market, with median-priced homes remaining less affordable compared to historical levels in 99% of counties analyzed. Locally, we're see...

Welcome back to another edition of Market Monday, your weekly dose of Montgomery County real estate insights! As we approach the 4th of July, I'd like to wish everyone a happy and safe Independence Day celebration. While I have a few deals in progress on both the buyer and seller sides, I'll refrain from sharing specific details due to the current stages of negotiations. However, I can say that I...