Realtors from the Garage

In part 2 of the Real Estate Agents podcast, Joe and Scott delve deeper into what separates good agents from great ones. This episode they discuss the value of market knowledge and expertise, explaining that great agents are well-informed about local trends and can offer valuable insights to their clients. Additionally, they highlight the importance of negotiation skills, noting that great agents...

In this episode of the podcast, Joe and Scott dive into the world of real estate agents and explore the differences between them. As navigating the complexities of the market, finding the right property, and negotiating are essential aspects of the home buying and selling process, this two-part series aims to provide valuable insights and tips for listeners.

Joe and Scott discuss the various options available for homeowners who are looking to sell their current property and purchase a new one. They emphasize that there is no one-size-fits-all approach and that homeowners must consider their financial situation, timeline, and goals to determine the best option for them.

Welcome to the podcast! In this episode, Joe and Scott are joined once again by Bill Yares from Twin Cities Home Evaluations for part two of our inspection series. Last time, we covered the basics of home inspections and what to expect during the process. Today, we'll be diving deeper into the specifics of what inspectors look for and how to prepare for an inspection. Bill brings a wealth of knowl...

Welcome to today's episode where we have the privilege of speaking with Connie Hess, a seasoned loan officer at Bell Banks Mortgage. With decades of experience in the industry, Connie has a wealth of knowledge to share with us today. Together with our hosts, Joe and Scott, they will dive into the exciting and ever-changing world of bonds and  interest rates, exploring what factors play a role...

Today, we have the privilege of hosting Inspector Bill Yares, a seasoned professional with two decades of experience. He is a valuable resource for our team and we are taking the opportunity to tap into his wealth of knowledge by discussing the inspection process and seeking his insights. The Realtors from the Garage podcast, is hosted by Joe Uebel and Scott Lanahan. Our goal is to provide an orga...

Associations are attached to Condo and Townhomes, but they are also attached to Single Family developments.  Joe and Scott discuss some topics that Buyers should think about if they are buying into an association.   Welcome to the Realtors from the Garage podcast, hosted by Joe Uebel and Scott Lanahan. Our goal is to provide an organic and common-sense discussion about various real estat...

This episode is packed with information and is not meant for casual listening. If you are just starting the buying or selling process and want to understand the components of a Minnesota State Purchase Agreement, this episode provides a straightforward and easy-to-follow explanation of each section. Although it may not be the most thrilling, it's definitely the most informative episode we've produ...

Joe and Scott talk about all the icicles forming on everyones house the last week or two.  When to be concerned and when you might need to take action.   Feedback and show ideas are welcome at scott@teamedelstein.com or joe@teamedelstein.com   For sure like or follow so we can keep you updated on new episodes.

Joe and Scott tackle the not so controversial topic of Era of homes.   Nothing too spicy really its a matter of taste, preference and necessity.   It's a conversation that does come up in the buying process and can help Buyers to narrow their search and sharpen their expectations.  

Joe and Scott explore the not so very controversial topic of staging.  Covering both occupied and vacant homes.   A common sense approach to a very common sense topic.

Joe and Scott sit down for a short conversation in a the Garage and discuss the current temperature of the market.  It's 20 degrees and snowing outside so at least the market is hotter than that.  Pull up a chair and sit in on another thrilling episode.   Ok maybe I oversold it with thrilling, but if you are looking to buy or sell soon this should give you some good insight.. &...

Today Joe and Scott welcome special guest Chris Jensen.  We discuss what a loan application looks like, downpayment, credit score, types of loans and underwriting.  This is a great introduction to what the loan process looks like.  

Today Joe and Scott discuss types of plumbing supply lines, waste lines and sewer lines.  This is general knowledge a buyer should be aware of as they begin their home search.  The Buyer Series is meant to help arm our clients with a general knowledge base that allows them to look at homes more closely and start seeing potential issues before they move to a contract to purchase or invest...

Today Joe and Scott give their listeners another Storytime Episode.   Broken Plumbing, Stripper Poles, Lost Keys, Selling Garages and basement art.  An action packed episode.

Today's Episode welcomes Tom Edelstein to the garage.   Tom has worked in Real Estate for 49 years and today we got a chance to discuss his beginnings and his bright future in Real Estate.   It was a fun chance for Joe and I to stretch our legs on interviewing and also a unique chance to catch the perspective of a man we both respect and admire.  Links www.teamedelstein.co...

In today's Garage conversation Joe and Scott discuss what they are seeing in the market place today.  Your feedback and questions are welcome at Joe@teamedelstein.com or Scott@teamedelstein.com.  Next Weeks special guest Tom Edelstein.

Today Scott and Joe give an introduction into the area of selling a home.  Today is just a general discussion of what a first interview with a Seller might look like.   Future topics, questions or feedback send to Joe@teamedelstein.com or Scott@teamedelstein.com

Today Joe and Scott recount some of the fun, quirky real estate related happenings as an Agent.  We had a lot of fun recording this and hope you enjoy it too!

Today Joe and Scott continue with another installment in the Buyer Series, HVAC.   Our hope is to complete this series so Buyers have a foundation to build off of as they start their home buying process.  

Today Joe and Scott talk about the process of getting started as a Buyer.  We cover some common misconceptions and the reasons for doing some leg work upfront.

Joe and Scott discuss types of exteriors to homes along with some pros and cons that come along with them.  This was a longer episode but covered a lot of information.  

In today's episode Joe and Scott discuss the very important topic of Landscape and Drainage and why it is an important issue for homeowners.  They discuss the general concept of controlling water around your foundation with topics like Positive and Negative Grading, Gutters and other related issues.

Joe Uebel and Scott Lanahan spend some time discussing types of foundations, drain tile and some common basement wall issues. This is our first episode, so our very non-professional attempt at recording is actually comical but the information is very good for a Buyer.