Real Estate with Chris Alston

As a buyer, you want to make offers that will win, when presenting to sellers. We walk through ideas on ways to make this work. From insepctions, to contingencies, to just talking to agents. Join us for a lively discussion.

It's not always the buyer that makes a real estate sale go south... Sometimes is the seller that causes the deal to go sideways or even dooms the deal. This episode we will be having a lively discussion on just that!

This episode we explore why inventory is sow low. Along with why prices continue to rise, even when you hear that sales are down. From low inventory, to higher interest rates, to a lack of new home building to buyer demand. Join us for a great discussing on these subjects.

Thinking of buying a condo? A flat? An apartment? We dive into what they are, and what to look out for when considering them.

There are several easy, but necessary steps to get your home ready to sell this spring. From the obvious, to some of the ones we might not realize make a big difference when wanting to get top dollar.

Spring is here, and are you ready to buy or sell? We are talking about mortgage rates, home prices, inventory and what will all of this do to home prices in the spring.

With so many multiple offers on so many listings, buyers are trying all sorts of ways to get their contracts accepted. Today, we talk about escalation clauses... Or, "My offer will be 5K higher than the highest offer" type options. Many have tried no contingencies, or waiving appraisals, so this seems to be the next thing we are hearing about.

Today we talk about appraisals and inspections. What is the difference, and what do we order them for? Are they ordered before you get into contract, after, or not at all?

We dive into Forbes magazine's article on where millennials are moving to. They list the top 10 starting with New York. This fun podcast shares why some of these locals are in hot demand.

You ask your agent what they think the value of your home is. You have looked at a dozen websites and are armed with lots of information. This podcast will share with you steps agents take to help answer this question for you, and to help you choose the right list price.

Episode #53: We talk all about the differences between buying a home that you will love in, vs a home that you will rent out. What are the risks, differences and things to take note of.

When you are ready to buy a home (Or sell), you see all these fancy terms. Initial deposits, increased deposits and down payments. We talk about each of these terms, how they work when purchasing a home, and helping you make better sense regarding the terms.

Today we talk about the sale of a house. What is sold with the house, and what is taken by the sale when it closes. We review speakers, earthquake straps, ceiling fans and backyard furniture. This episode will help you better understand the contract you have with the other party, and what options you have on designating things being sold, and not.

We talk about mortgage forebearances. What they are, and how it differs from the 2006-2008 foreclose mess we went through years ago. Will the 3,000,000 households under this plan flood the market, and cause it to upend?

This episode we talk all about appraisals, and appraisal contingencies. What happens if the home you are buying doesn't appraise, what an appraisal contingency actually is and what happens if it appraises for more? It's all about appraisals.

This episode we talk all about appraisals, and appraisal contingencies. What happens if the home you are buying doesn't appraise, what an appraisal contingency actually is and what happens if it appraises for more? It's all about appraisals.

This episode, we talk about the 2021 housing market. Pulling quotes from national economists and what they think of the market. We explore what the difference is between a buyer and seller market.

In this episode, we talk about the National Association of Realtors list, outlining the top 10 Real Estate markets for 2021.

We dive into the FHA, VA and USDA loan programs, to help understand what it means when you hear the words, "Government Backed" loans. Is it a promise to lend, or a promise to secure?

Selling a home can be a momentous occasion. Sometimes talking through different things can help you get a few steps closer to what your plans are, and how to execute. Today, we talk about the market, supply and demand, and if NOW is a good time to sell.

Selling your home can be an emotional roller coaster, since many are waiting over 10 years since they bought their home. Learn ways to maximize the value in selling your home.

When you are ready to buy a home, most likely you will need a loan. We talk about the pitfalls to avoid when applying for a loan, so you can be reay for a successful home purchase.

This episode, we talk about the steps to homeownership... From your first thought, to closing escrow. The lending steps, working with your real estate agent, inspections, offers, appraisals and closing. This podcast helps bring it all together and making the path clear.

From Escrow, to Title, to Prelims, COVID Pead forms, points, pre-approvals vs pre-approvals, points and more. Join me for a fun and lively discussion on different terms used in Real Estate!

Today we are talking about what it is like buying a home in the COVID world. From lockdowns to limited access to no open houses... How are buyers finding homes, and what is making is the market so hot!