Relax, I Got This! Podcast -- Embracing Life After 60

In this episode of the Agent-to-Agent series of the show, I speak with Marilyn Burke, who is based in the Boston area, but is also licensed in Rhode Island. She has been in the Real Estate game for 20 years, and but also has history as a teacher by degree and a weight loss coach. She had her own weight loss clinic franchise when she found her way into Real Estate. A couple clients of hers, a husba...

In this episode of the Agent-to-Agent segment of the show, I speak with Anne Rosen, who is based in downtown Chicago.  Anne's journey into real estate began during the time that many view as the worst economic time in recent memory, and she was able to defy the rest of the industry's pessimism, as she didn't have any experiences to compare it with. Before becoming a realtor, she was...

In this episode, I'm back with Christian Johnson of Guaranteed Rate, and this time we're talking about the greatest financial asset you probably own: your home. In the past, we've talked about mortgage rates, but those change weekly, so we decided to do something different this time. This time we're talking about what goes on in the finance industry and how your house can be mo...

In this episode, I'm back with season 1 guest star Lorie Burch, estate and probate attorney, and we talk about what happens to what happens to your assets when you pass away. Lorie owns a Dallas Law Firm that primarily deals with estate planning, which includes wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and probate. Burch Law has been awarded, three years in a row, as one of the 500 fastest growing s...

In this episode, I speak with Sean Thomson, managing member of Thomson Multifamily Group and Bridge Asset Management, about investing in real estate properties, both single-family and multi-family. Over the last decade, Sean has been perfecting the processes of scouting, acquiring, and investing in real estate. He considers the health of his investors, financially and personally, to be one of the...

In this episode, I'm back with Ken Duggan of Pillar to Post about the Home Inspection process. Ken purchased the franchise back in 2017. Within the time frame he’s owned the franchise, it’s been listed as part of the top 25 franchisees from over 500 franchisees in Canada and the US. With three inspectors on their team covering the entire DFW area, they’ve completed over 5000 inspections. We t...

In this episode, I speak with Todd Campbell, whose Farmers Insurance Agency is serving 99% of people that come in with 99% of their business and personal insurance needs. He opened that agency in 2009, where he serves the entire state of Texas. He and his team have grown the agency primarily through referrals focused on the Real Estate market.  Many people talk to their insurance agent like they w...

In this episode, I'm back with Mylo Draven of VIP Mortgage to talk about what's going on in the finance world. Mylo is an author, speaker, and an Award-Winning Loan Officer. He doesn't pull any punches when working with his borrowers; he wants to make sure every client knows what the lending process entails and requires. His greatest pride is a successful transaction where the new h...

In this episode, I speak with Justin Mirche about credit, credit scores, and mortgage scores. Justin is the founder and president of Creative Credit Solutions - "The Credit Restoration Experts." He has a vast background in finance and has been the go-to person for friends, clients, and colleagues for years to assist in solving a wide array of credit and finance challenges. His experience...

In this episode, I'm back with Season 1 guest: Alesia Dutton, the Reverse Mortgage Lady. Alesia was recruited into the Reverse Mortgage Industry in 2013. Her relationships with local bankers and financial advisors made for a perfect transition into Reverse Mortgage. She was hired to do Reverse and Reverse only. To this day she is still hyper-focused on this market. Alesia has been on the Boar...

In this episode, I'm back with Megan Reeves of Pacesetter Homes, talking about new construction just in time for the spring market. We've seen lots of changes in the housing market, at least in DFW (and probably most other places as well), within the last six months, and Megan is going to give us the lowdown on the new construction market today. Megan grew up in Real Estate but started w...

In this episode, I speak with Mandy Moss about the ins and outs of Title insurance in the state of Texas. Mandy is a Vice President / Escrow Officer for Republic Title. She's been with Republic Title for almost 22 years and is starting her 9th year as a full-time Escrow Officer. She specializes in residential as well as condos and new developments. Title Insurance is an insurance policy that...

Host Robin McCoy talks to local DFW roofer Grant Alexander with Absolute Construction, a company which serves both residential and commercial clients. He specializes in residential and commercial roof inspections, navigating insurance claims, and product management. What he enjoys most about his business is the opportunity to create simple solutions for customers and to deliver top-notch service....

In this episode, I speak with Karla Corcoran about the different types of lenders, so when the need arises, you'll know who you can trust to work with. Karla has been a Residential Loan Officer since 1997. She is currently with Groves Captial, which is a Broker with over 160 lender relationships and who will shop on their client's behalf to find the perfect loan for one's personal s...

Host Robin McCoy talks with Mike Finney with Neighborhood Solar to mesh out the pros & cons of residential solar energy. Is solar an advantage? Or is it a hindrance to the sale of your home? This conversation will open your eyes and give you a better idea of whether or not solar is for you. Mike started in the business after looking for his own solar options and since has become a trusted advi...

In this episode, I speak with Neighborhood Solar Guru Mike Finney about solar energy.  Neighborhood Solar is the only true solar brokerage in Texas. They shop the entire solar market to make sure their customers make the best possible solar decision. They take an education approach with no stress, no pressure; they love partnering with other industries and giving other forms of revenue with little...

In this episode I speak with Steve and Dana Hakes, the owners of Uptown Funding, a family-owned mortgage brokerage, which has been in business since 1999. Uptown can lend on 1-4 family properties all the way up to commercial properties, multifamily, office and retail centers. Steve is the CEO of Uptown Funding, and has served the mortgage industry as President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasu...

In this episode, I speak with Megan Reeves about new construction homes and the difference between a resell and a new build. Megan grew up in Real Estate, but started working in new home construction in 2014. She's worked for a handful of different builders, but has been working for Pacesetter Homes since mid-2020 and can't say enough great things about their management team and ethos. S...

In this episode I talk with Nedra Hines with Effortless Charm Staging. She specializes in staging vacant homes in the Dallas / Fort Worth metroplex. Originally from a small town located just outside of Houston, Texas, she graduated from Sam Houston State University with a degree in Finance and has lived in the Dallas area for over 20 years. In addition to vacant home staging, she offers occupied c...

In this episode, I speak with Julie Jones, Home Warranty Educator. Julie has been in the home warranty business since 2008 after spending 20+ years in the mortgage industry. She shares with us some of the knowledge and experiences she's accumulated during her time in the Real Estate-related world. Definition: home warranty is a residential service contract that provides money for mechanical f...

In this episode, I'm back with season 1 guest Todd Campbell. Todd has been in the insurance business since 2009 working with all types of insurance including auto, home, business, and more. He has built his team to 10 fully licensed agents to serve their clients. Todd and I discuss why insurance is important and what, as a consumer, you need to keep an eye out for. Often introduced to clients...

In this episode, I speak with Mylo Draven of VIP Mortgage. Mylo doesn't pull any punches when working with his borrowers. He wants to make sure every client knows what the lending process entails and requires. Mylo is fun-loving and passionate about what he does. His greatest pride is a successful transaction where the new homeowner is happy. "If you’re looking to buy or refinance a home...

In this episode, I talk with Christian Johnson of Guaranteed Rate* to explain how these increases and decreases in the mortgage interest rate can affect the home buying process. Inflation has caused interest rates to rise causing a big shift in the housing market across the nation. Christian Johnson is the Senior Vice President in Dallas Fort Worth with Guaranteed Rate. He has more than 20+ years...

In this episode, I speak with Alesia Dutton about the ins and outs of reverse mortgages and reverse to-purchase mortgages.  Alesia was recruited into the Reverse Mortgage Industry in 2013. Prior to 2013, she was the Development Director at the Las Cruces Chamber of Commerce. Her relationships with the local bankers and financial advisors made for a perfect transition into Reverse Mortgages. She wa...

Mike Finney with Neighborhood Solar is back with Host Robin McCoy to educate us on the value of solar power on real estate today. First, let's understand how solar works, what it does, and what it doesn't do. It comes down to the math. Neighborhood Solar's business model helps Mike work through the details of the way money and energy works for each home and geolocation. Can you get...