The Nerdy Agent Podcast

In this episode of The Nerdy Agent Podcast, Luke, Josh, and AJ dive into one of the biggest challenges agents face in 2025—winning multiple offers. With competition ramping up post-Super Bowl, they break down the key strategies to help buyers stand out, from setting the right expectations to asking the right questions. They also cover negotiation tactics, inspection and appraisal considerations, a...

In this episode of The Nerdy Agent Podcast , Josh and AJ dive into the latest market shifts, breaking down key economic updates, the impact of recent political changes, and what it all means for real estate. They discuss how mortgage rates, bond yields, and even unexpected global events—like China's AI launch—are shaping the market. Plus, they reflect on the early-year surge in buyers and the...

In this episode of The Nerdy Agent Podcast, Luke, Josh, & AJ dive into the big question: where is the real estate market headed in 2025? We break down the latest jobs report, interest rate trends, and what it all means for buyers, sellers, and agents navigating the market. We also share insights on the current housing market, including the spread between Treasury yields and mortgage rates, str...

In this episode of The Nerdy Agent Podcast, we analyze the latest CPI and PPI numbers, discussing their impact on inflation, the Fed's decisions, and the real estate market. Topics include the relationship between inflation and housing affordability, the stabilization of mortgage rates, and how economic trends are shaping 2025 projections. Stay tuned for an in-depth look at these critical economic...

Welcome back to The Nerdy Agent Podcast! This week, hosts Luke, Josh, and AJ break down tariffs—what they are, why they matter, and their potential impact on real estate. Learn how tariffs can influence inflation, mortgage rates, and local markets as policy changes unfold under a new administration.

In this episode of the Nerdy Agent Podcast, Luke, Josh, and AJ discuss homebuilder confidence and its impact on today’s real estate market. They dive into the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Confidence Index, explaining its importance for agents and how it sheds light on market trends, inventory, and negotiation in new construction. Learn how tracking this data can benefit buyers, sel...

In the latest episode of The Nerdy Agent Podcast, AJ, Josh, & Luke dive into the success of a variety of strategies agents utilize in our ever-changing market. They each draw from their own experiences as agents within The Advisory Realty Group.

In our newest episode of The Nerdy Agent Podcast, AJ, Josh, & Luke dive into the recent rate cut the Federal Reserve enacted and discuss the ways in which the market has shifted in response.

In our newest episode of The Nerdy Agent Podcast, AJ, Luke, & Josh dive into CPI and PPI post-NAR settlement, as well as the FED's initiatives in cutting interest rates in the coming week. Follow us on Instagram! The Nerdy Agent Podcast - ⁠⁠@thenerdyagent⁠⁠ The Advisory Realty Group - @theadvisorymn Luke Pettersen - @pettyhomes Josh Pettersen - @joshpettersen

3 weeks into the NAR settlement, AJ, Josh, & Luke tackle a myriad of questions arising as contracts and processes change. The team discusses ways in which The Advisory Group have been handling the last few weeks with script reads, team meetings, and open discussions. Follow us on Instagram! The Nerdy Agent Podcast -  ⁠@thenerdyagent⁠ The Advisory Realty Group - @theadvisorymn Luke Pettersen -...

In this special episode, Josh & Luke discuss the do's and don'ts of sand rock sewer systems -- a common headache during inspections in the Twin Cities and surrounding metro area. Follow us on Instagram! The Nerdy Agent Podcast - ⁠⁠@thenerdyagent⁠⁠ The Advisory Realty Group - @theadvisorymn Luke Pettersen - @pettyhomes Josh Pettersen - @joshpettersen   Check out our YouTube channel! ⁠⁠https://w...

Welcome back to The Nerdy Agent Podcast with AJ, Luke, & Josh! On August 15th, new marketplace changes will be taking effect. We dive into the key elements and shifts in approach that these contracts will cover. The team provides their insights into the changing market, and what agents and buyers can be on the look out for when it comes to these new documents and regulations. The Nerdy Agent P...

On today's podcast we're going to be providing our experience and insights into how you can start down a path of building out your own real estate team. We'll walk you through how The Advisory started, how we think about team building, and different things you can consider whether you're brand new to building a team or trying to get your team to the next level! Follow us on Instagr...

On today's podcast we're going to be doing an update on the commission lawsuit and provide an update on how things have progressed with the rollout of the new commission structure in the coming months. We'll also talk about ways agents, brokerages, and key industry players have started making adjustments to adapt to the coming changes and give our perspective on how we see things playi...

On today's podcast we're going to be doing an audio showing surrounding all things water and how to ensure it doesn't come into your home. We'll talk about how to effectively look at gutters while walking the exterior of the property, how to highlight any issues with grading, and what interior water mitigation components look like. We'll also provide you with insights into how...

In today’s business segment we'll walk through the recent interest rate shifts and highlight the key components causing them. We'll discuss the jobs report, inflation data, and key economic factors that resulted in rate movement and provide our insights into how we think those things will continue to play out in the coming month. Lastly, we'll provide an overview of our real estate tea...

In today’s business segment we'll break down the data compiled by a local transaction coordination partner outlining key offer components by month and compare how offers are looking in May vs how they've looked throughout 2024. We'll dive into the data to provide insights on what is happening in the market and give our thoughts on what you need to be doing as an agent at the moment to...

In today’s business segment we'll walk through the key causes of the inventory shortage we're seeing in the marketplace and ideas on how they can be addresses. We'll walk through an overview of how long each homeowner is staying in their current home vs historic levels, discuss the impact to supply of investors (both individual and corporate investors), and break down how new construct...

📈 In today’s business segment, we'll walk through the recent jump in interest rates and what the key drivers were of it. We'll talk through the recent CPI data, how that impacted rate activity, and what we anticipate the next 6-12 months to look like. We'll also break down how geopolitical uncertainty flows through to interest rates locally. Lastly, we'll give our thoughts on how...

In today’s segment, we'll do a refresher on the key points of the NAR settlement and potential changes to the commission structure of the industry. 📊 We'll also be walking you through how we approach conversations with our buyers and sellers and giving you scripts you can use to be the expert on everything that is happening! 🗣️✨ Follow us on Instagram: -The Nerdy Agent - @thenerdyagent -...

In today's business segment 📊, we'll break down the recently announced buyer commission lawsuit 📝 and the changes that were agreed to for buyer's agent commissions moving forward. We'll provide an overview of the details of the settlement 🤝, go through some of the key questions that we are asking right now, and talk about how we think this will impact agents in the future 🔮. We...

✨ Key Takeaways: 1️⃣ Market Analysis Update : An in-depth look at the latest offer stats and what they reveal about the current market. 2️⃣ Comparative Insights : Examining February's offer data against January's to spot trends and shifts. 3️⃣ Agent Action Plans : Strategies for agents to empower their clients towards success in this evolving market. 4️⃣ Expert Opinions : Our soapbox spee...

✨ Key Takeaways: 1️⃣ Sitzer-Burnett Verdict: An overview of the recent developments following the Sitzer-Burnett verdict. 2️⃣ Real Estate Associations Reactions: Exploring how real estate associations are responding to the changes. 3️⃣ Future of Association Structure: Discussing potential impacts on the structure of real estate associations. 4️⃣ Commission Structure Changes: Insights into how the...

✨ Key Takeaways: 1️⃣ Age Assessment: Techniques for accurately determining the age of a water heater and understanding its lifecycle. 2️⃣ Quality Evaluation: Tips on evaluating the quality of a water heater, including brand and model considerations. 3️⃣ Replacement Indicators: Identifying signs that a water heater is nearing the end of its useful life and needs replacement. 4️⃣ Change Timing and...