Rochester Living with Mark Siwiec and Corey James Moran

This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey chat with Anthony Butera from the Anthony Butera Team at Keller Williams Realty. They dive into Anthony's rapid ascent in the real estate world, exploring the key milestones and lessons learned along the way. Anthony shares his unique insights on what it takes to succeed in the industry, his strategies for overcoming challenges, and his predictions for the...

This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey sit down with Joe Leone, GRB’s Group Vice President and Residential Mortgage Manager. They delve into the latest trends and changes in the mortgage industry, discussing how these could impact homebuyers and homeowners alike.

In this special episode of the Open House podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome our very first video podcast guest, Jim Yockel, CEO of the Greater Rochester Association of Realtors (GRAR). Jim joins us to discuss the current state of the Rochester real estate market, the challenges and opportunities for buyers and sellers, and what trends are shaping the future. With his deep insight into the local m...

With Mark on vacation, Ed Kelm, Elysian Homes COO, fills in to talk with Corey about the potential impacts of the presidential election results on the real estate market. In this episode, they dive into how the newly elected policies and leadership could shape market dynamics, affect housing regulations, and influence buyer and seller confidence.

This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey delve into the current chaos in the real estate market caused by election uncertainty.

This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey dive into the Halloween spirit with some eerie tales from the real estate world. They share spooky stories about haunted houses and creepy occurrences that agents and homeowners have encountered. Adding to the fright, they also discuss the current terrifying state of interest rates and what that means for buyers and sellers in today's market.

This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey tackle the evolving concept of the 'starter home' in the face of rising affordability challenges. They delve into how economic pressures and changing market conditions are reshaping what first-time homebuyers can realistically expect.

This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey delve into the significant shift happening in the Rochester real estate market as it begins to experience a 'cool down.' They explore what has led to this cooling, the effects it's having on both buyers and sellers, and what future trends might look like if this trend continues.

This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey dive into the recent bombshell jobs report that has sent mortgage interest rates to a two-month high and injected a new level of uncertainty into the real estate market.

This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey discuss the unexpected reactions within the Rochester real estate market following the Federal Reserve's first interest rate cut.

This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey delve into the Federal Reserve's recent decision to cut key interest rates, marking a significant shift in monetary policy. They explore what this rate cut means for the real estate market in both the short term and the long term.  

This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey explore why fall is considered one of the best times for buyers to purchase a home. They discuss the unique benefits that the autumn market offers, from less competition and motivated sellers to potentially better deals.

This week on the Podcast, Josh Bartolotta subs in for Corey as he spends time with his newborn son! Josh and Mark discuss expectations for the fall market, real estate villain Josh Sitzer and his new startup company, and the alarming trend of national brokerages losing agents.

This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey dive deep into the real estate industry's reaction to the recent NAR commission lawsuit changes. They explore the immediate responses from agents, buyers, and sellers, assessing the impact on the market dynamics and professional practices.

This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey delve into the Federal Reserve's recent achievements, which seem to have accomplished what many thought impossible—taming inflation without crashing the economy. They explore how this 'soft landing' was managed, the strategies employed by the Fed, and what this means for the real estate market and broader economy going forward.

This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey tackle the important changes set to reshape the real estate landscape starting August 17th, focusing on buyer agent commissions and buyer agency agreements. They break down what these changes mean for both buyers and agents, and how they can prepare for the transition. Additionally, they take on misleading advice from a consumer watchdog group aimed at sell...

This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey dissect the pivotal moments from the past week that marked a significant milestone in the ongoing narrative of 'the big shift' away from high mortgage rates. They discuss how the recent underwhelming jobs report and the accompanying economic indicators led to a drastic drop in mortgage rates, marking a victorious moment after several false starts. W...

This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey delve into the recent uptick in real estate listings, exploring how this aligns with encouraging economic data to suggest a bright future for the market. They discuss the broader implications for economic growth and how current trends are shaping buyer and seller behaviors. However, looming over this positive momentum is the upcoming presidential election,...

This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey delve into a crucial topic for today’s market: identifying which region of the US is most likely to experience a real estate bubble. They discuss the factors that contribute to such a bubble, including economic indicators, market overheating, and speculative buying behaviors.

This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey analyze the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, which registered at 3%, marking the lowest level in over three years. They discuss the significant implications of this development for the mortgage industry, forecasting a likely continued drop in interest rates for the remainder of the year.

This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey delve into the exciting news about Rochester's real estate market. With projections indicating that Rochester is set to experience the second highest home price increase in the nation next year, they explore what this means for buyers, sellers, and investors.

This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey tackle a pressing issue for potential homebuyers—whether to buy now or wait for the anticipated lower interest rates later in the year. They discuss the risks and missed opportunities of waiting out the market, even amid growing optimism about possible rate cuts. The episode offers strategic advice on why acting now could be beneficial and how to navigate t...

This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey discuss the recent positive developments in combating inflation and what this could mean for the economy. Despite the optimism, they also consider the potential for a slower pace in the real estate market over the next couple of months. They'll delve into how these trends could impact both national and local markets, offering insights into what buyers a...

This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey dive into the recent national trends showing a significant increase in new listings, price reductions, and delistings in the real estate market. They examine what these shifts mean for the market dynamics, how they affect both buyers and sellers, and what might be driving these changes.

This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey analyze the slight recovery in the real estate market following Memorial Day. They discuss the current state of the market, what drove this modest uptick, and the critical factors that could influence its trajectory for the remainder of the year.