The Shawn and Matt Show

In this episode, Shawn and Matt talk about the Florida condo market crash, homeowners insurance, Barcelona banning Airbnbs, and Stephen Strasburg's $10M McLean house. Video YouTube New Florida Law Roils Its Condo Market Three Years After Surfside Collapse Entire homeowners association board resigns after $60K special assessment dispute Barcelona to ban short-term rentals NYC shuttered 80% of...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt talk Arlington houses dropping prices, a NYC broker fee bill, and an update on the Pacaso vacation co-ownership service. Video YouTube Listing-price cuts begin to tick up in local homes market Why New York City Real Estate Brokers Are Losing Their Minds Pacaso adds third-party listings, DIY co-ownership option 15545 Butchers Row, Waterford, VA 20197 Connect with Sha...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt talk about record prices in the DC Metro area and a rise in inventory. Video YouTube Record Prices Sideline Homebuyers in May, As Supply Soars in DC Area Prices still rising for Arlington single-family properties Where to Find a More Affordable Waterfront Home Near DC Flounder House - 511 Queen St, Alexandria, VA 22314 Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattleg...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt talk about what is actually happening in the Northern Virginia real estate market. Yes, and Fredericksburg, which is NOT Northern Virginia...yet. Video YouTube Zero-down mortgages are making a comeback 6699 Macarthur Blvd, Bethesda, MD 20816 Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https://www.instagram.com/theshawnbattle Business inquiries: shawn@The...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt discuss rising inventory levels, buyer hesitation, seller expectations, and the Department of Justice. Video YouTube DOJ Lawyer: No Offers of Compensation 'Anywhere' VA will allow homebuyers to pay agents — at least for now 696 Marlborough Point Rd, Stafford, VA 22554 Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https://www.instagram.com/theshaw...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt talk about Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman's remarks about the real estate market hitting rock bottom. Video YouTube Redfin CEO Says Housing Market Has Hit Rock Bottom As Interest Rates Soar 1452 Foxhall Rd NW, Washington, DC 20007 Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https://www.instagram.com/theshawnbattle Business inquiries: shawn@TheBattleGroup.c...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt talk 10% interest rates, banning hedge fund purchases, Warren Buffett's thoughts on agents, and a controversial Nantucket short-term rental vote. Video YouTube 10% mortgage rates? Consumers think we’re headed that way Crackdown on Hedge Fund Homebuyers Won’t Lower Housing Prices, Economist Argues American Families Are Typically Spending 24.2% of Their Income on...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt talk about Zillow's new 7-day touring agreement. Video YouTube Zillow offering 7-day ‘touring agreement’ for agents $625k Duplex in Arlington Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https://www.instagram.com/theshawnbattle Business inquiries: shawn@TheBattleGroup.com Connect with Matt Leighton http://www.themattleighton.com https://www.youtube.c...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt talk about rising interest rates and when buyers can expect to see some relief. Video YouTube Rates keep rising New home interest rates Houseboat for $158,000 Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https://www.instagram.com/theshawnbattle Business inquiries: shawn@TheBattleGroup.com Connect with Matt Leighton http://www.themattleighton.com https://w...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt talk about multiple offer scenarios in real estate and take you behind the scenes. Video YouTube Amazon's deal with Virginia had it adding more than 2,500 new employees HQ2 in 2023. But it lost more than 200 positions there last year instead. Profitability as Proxy for a Healthy Business Model 1738 Glick Ct NW, Washington, DC 20001 Connect with Shawn Battle htt...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt talk about whether or not the real estate market is frozen and provide an update on the spring market. Video YouTube DC-Area Home Prices Nearly Break Record in March The D.C. region needs to build 87 new homes per day. It’s not close Realtor charging me for “services provided” on showing me 5 houses 5861 15th Rd N, Arlington, VA 22205 Connect with Shawn Battle http:...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt talk about their personal real estate plans and goals. Video YouTube 3612 N Glebe Rd Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https://www.instagram.com/theshawnbattle Business inquiries: shawn@TheBattleGroup.com Connect with Matt Leighton http://www.themattleighton.com https://www.youtube.com/themattleighton https://www.instagram.com/themattleighton/...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt discuss the National Association of Realtors' lawsuit settlement and what we can expect next.  There is so much speculation out there, and even more false headlines. Will commissions come down? Video YouTube National Association of REALTORS® Reaches Agreement to Resolve Nationwide Claims Brought by Home Sellers Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegrou...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt talk about a new report that suggests the summer real estate market is hotter than the spring real estate market. Video YouTube Will Summer Be A Better Time To Sell Your Home This Year? Homes Listed for Sale in Early June Sell for $7,700 More Arlington home showings up week-over-week, down year-over-year The Property Type That Is Scarce in the DC Area Housing Market...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt talk about the Alexandria arena deal, offer deadlines, and the top 10 most expensive neighborhoods in Arlington, Virginia. Video YouTube Va. lawmakers nix arena plan, leaving Youngkin few options to revive it Arlington’s 10 Most Expensive Neighborhoods 1714 N Albemarle St, McLean, VA 22101 Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https://www.instagram...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt talk about 5 real estate trends in the DC area to watch for in 2024. Video YouTube 5 DC-Area Real Estate Trends to Watch in 2024 3508 Prospect St NW, Washington, DC 20007 Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https://www.instagram.com/theshawnbattle Business inquiries: shawn@TheBattleGroup.com Connect with Matt Leighton http://www.themattleighton.c...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt react to home-buying advice from Reddit users. Video YouTube 1890s Historical Victorian Home with 42 Acres, Restored Train, and Carousel 10 N Spencer St, Lexington, IL 61753 Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https://www.instagram.com/theshawnbattle Business inquiries: shawn@TheBattleGroup.com Connect with Matt Leighton http://www.themattleighto...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt confront the number 1 selling agent in the Northern Virginia area - Khalil El-Ghoul. Video YouTube Connect with Khalil El-Ghoul https://www.glasshousere.com/ https://www.instagram.com/glass_house_real_estate_ $15M Oakton Home 11100 Kings Cavalier Ct, Oakton, VA 22124 Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https://www.instagram.com/theshawnbattle Bus...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt are joined by Rey Gomez to talk international real estate investing, new construction tips, and much more. YouTube Video Connect with Rey Gomez Shepherd Homes Group https://www.instagram.com/therealreygomez https://www.instagram.com/realtorswholift/ Converted Bank 536 8th St SE, Washington, DC 20003 Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https://www...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt are joined by Nikki Lagouros to talk Reston, real estate, and more. Video YouTube Connect with Nikki Lagouros https://bestrestonagent.com/ nikki@bestrestonagent.com https://www.instagram.com/bestrestonagent Reston's most expensive home for sale (currently) 2007 Beacon Pl, Reston, VA 20191 Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https://www.insta...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt talk about a surge in mortgage demand and the East Falls Church Metro in Arlington, VA. Homebuyer demand pushes mortgage applications higher, even as interest rates inch up again Plans to upgrade East Falls Church bus loop move forward Alexandria SFH for $400k 3007 Elmwood Dr, Alexandria, VA 22303 Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https://www.i...

In today's episode, Shawn and Matt talk about 142 showings on a house in Falls Church and an update on the Missing Middle (EHO) lawsuit in Arlington County. Video: YouTube 142 showings on this house in Falls Church Arlington County loses pretrial appeal in Missing Middle suit Mid-Century Modern in Alexandria for $1.845M Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https://www.insta...

In today's episode Shawn and Matt talk with Greg Hamilton, founder and publisher of Arlington Magazine on all things Arlington. Video: YouTube Connect with Greg Hamilton and Arlington Magazine: greg.hamilton@arlingtonmagazine.com https://www.arlingtonmagazine.com/ https://www.instagram.com/arlingtonmagazine/ $9M Arlington Mansion 410 Chain Bridge Road Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.theb...

In this week's episode, Shawn and Matt talk TikTok Tunnel Girl in Herndon and a possible casino in Tyson's Corner. Video YouTube TikTok 'Tunnel girl' told to stop building tunnel under her Northern Virginia home Gaming supporters size up the odds of a northern Virginia casino 6058 W Mountain Tpke, Monterey, VA 24465 Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https:...

In this episode, Shawn and Matt talk with Gerald Hanson about 2024 Fed rate cuts, mortgage brokers, and all things lending. Video YouTube Connect with Gerald Hanson https://mable.loans/ https://www.instagram.com/hansonhomeloans ghanson@mable.loans 7558 S Turkey Creek Road, Morrison, CO 80465 Connect with Shawn Battle http://www.thebattlegroup.com https://www.instagram.com/theshawnbattle Business i...