Real Estate Matters

CAAR President Anne Burroughs joins host Michael Guthrie to discuss the Charlottesville Area Association of Realtors 1st quarter real estate market report, and she shares her thoughts on the changes coming to the real estate industry as it pertains to how buyers will compensate their agents.  

New Hill Development Co-Founder and CEO, Yolunda Harrell, was Michael’s guest on Real Estate Matters. This organization is doing great work in the Charlottesville community through their pillars: Financial capability, Economic Development, and Housing. 

Michael continues to update his listeners on where the real estate market is headed. He also takes the time to explain why buyers should absolutely have an agent representing them in the purchase of a home.  

Michael shares updated information discussed last week   about current real estate data and how buyers will compensate their agents.

Show host Michael Guthrie discussed what the recent National Association of Realtors settlement with Seller plaintiff cases will mean to how buyer agents will be compensated effective in July of 2024.

Frank Webster of Virginia Housing and Jay Domenic from Towne Mortgage discuss changes guidelines to give more buyers an opportunity to purchase a home.

Michael and Russ discuss things to know when considering solar for your home or your business.

Host Michael Guthrie sits down for a candid conversation with REMAX Gateway Broker/Owner Scott MacDonald. They share their insight into the change they see in the real estate industry, and the one thing consistently stays true in real estate-it's all about relationships.  They discuss the importance of building rapport, gaining credibility, and making sure people know they care. MacDonald also pre...

Host Michael Guthrie sits down with Gary Scott to discuss the constants and changes in real estate. They also share their own insights for anyone thinking about getting into the real estate business.

Host Michael Guthrie interviews Dave Norris in his new role as the CAAR Foundation Executive Director. Norris describes the initiatives designed to help other entities in the Charlottesville area create much-needed affordable and workforce housing. He also shares ways the CAAR Foundation plans to make an impact with its affordable housing initiative.