Buying your first home can be one of the most stressful, overwhelming, and expensive experiences in your life. This is why we created The First Time Home Buying How To Buy A Home Podcast, to make this experience EASY and DELIGHTFUL for you. Our goal is to EMPOWER you, the first time home buyer, with all the information and tools that you need so that you can make a great decision buying your first home. YOU CAN DO THIS!
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Assumable Mortgages 101: The Key to Your First Home, with Michael Lorino
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Assumable Mortgages 101 with Michael Lorino - Summary Michael Lorino is the founder and CEO of AssumeList, a site where you can see Assumable Mortgages. A military veteran with over 15 years of real estate experience, Michael recognized the coming affordability crisis with rising interest rates and wondered how homebuyers could more easily find hom…
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FHA 203k Loan Requirements: Empowering Home Renovators With Andrew Winnard
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FHA 203k Loan Requirements - Introduction Andrew Winnard is a certified home inspector based in Maryland and HUD 203K consultant that takes great pride in the fact that he is able to work with home buyers to take advantage of one of the most powerful loan programs offered to the public. Home Buying Resources Navigating the world of home buying can …
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Unlocking Secrets: The 3 Questions Top Real Estate Agents Ask First Time Home Buyers, with Chastin J. Miles
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Introduction Chastin J. Miles is a real estate agent who focuses on Dallas properties. He specializes in various types of real estate, like houses, condos, commercial buildings, and luxury rentals. Chastin J. Miles and his team aim to change the way people think about real estate transactions. They go above and beyond what typical agents do. Chasti…
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$75,000 Seller Concessions and the Intriguing World of Buying a Home in 2024 with Amanda Shepherd
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Introduction – Amanda Shepherd Amanda Shepherd is a real estate broker in Seattle-Tacoma with Compass. She's the recipient of the Tacoma-Pierce County Association of Realtors Rookie of the Year award in 2022, and is passionate about helping first time home buyers achieve their goals. When she's not working, she's volunteering at local organizations…
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Moving Horror Stories And How To Avoid Them in 2024 with Justin Revland
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Summary Justin Revland is the Marketing Manager for Hornet Moving in Charlotte, North Carolina. He enjoys representing a locally owned and operated small business that is doing big things in a quickly growing city. When not working, he stays busy finding new ways to get outdoors and spending time with his wife and 3 young children. Summary Home Buy…
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The House Hacking Blueprint: Lessons from a 17-Unit Owner, with Seana Caine
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Introduction Seana Caine is a real estate agent in Rochester, NY. She loves working with first time homebuyers and helping them buy their first home. When she is not working she loves traveling and spending time with her husband. Home Buying Resources ➡️ Referrals ⭐ Find A Real Estate Agent Near Me ⭐ Find A Mortgage Broker Near Me ➡️ Free Resources…
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The Home Triangle Methodology, Unlocking the Perfect Home with Alison Derse
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➡️ Description Alison Derse is an award-winning Realtor in Portland, OR. Her mission is to offer heartfelt care and white glove service with the best tools, resources and local market knowledge the industry has to offer. She works across all of Portland and surrounding suburbs. When she is not working, she loves entertaining and exploring the city …
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Building Wealth Building Homes The ABCs of Construction Loans with Danielle Andrews
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Description Danielle Andrews is the Broker and Owner of Realty ONE Group Next Generation in Tallahassee, Florida. Danielle has been working in the real estate industry in Florida since 2016. She is an Educator by nature, having spent four years teaching Middle School Social Studies. She enjoys bringing her passion for education into her real estate…
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Empowering Home Buyers Unleashing the Power of Home Buyer Education with Matt Gouge
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Description MattTheMortgageGuy is a mortgage broker who is passionate about helping first time homebuyers create life changing opportunities through homeownership. Over the last decade he has created thousands of hours of content across YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok to educate homebuyers to make great decisions around buying a home. Outside …
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Where to Begin: Relocation Tips for First-Time Home Buyers with Darren Kaplan
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Description Darren Kaplan, known as MrMortgageGuru, is a husband of 23 years and a proud father to two wonderful children—a boy and a girl. As a seasoned mortgage banker, he has over 200 positive Zillow reviews, maintains a thriving YouTube channel with over 5000 subscribers, and brings over 20 years of valuable experience to his profession. Outsid…
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More Than Numbers Choosing a Lender Who Understands Your Story with Danny Meier
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Description Danny Meier is a mortgage loan officer out of the Seattle area where he was born and raised. He has been the #1 loan officer in the state for three years in a row and is ranked top ten nationally amongst all loan officers. He is a homeowner, investor, loving husband and father. What makes him tick is helping people make sound financial …
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The 3 Forces Behind the Fluctuations in Home Prices with Jeb Smith
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Description Jeb Smith is a Real Estate Broker and Content Creator located in Huntington Beach, CA. He enjoys educating first time home buyers on the importance of homeownership and providing the guidance necessary to help them accomplish their goals. Jeb loves being active and spending time with his wife and 3 boys. Useful Links ➡️ Referrals ⭐ Get …
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2500 Loans Later - Top Advice for First-Time Home Buyers with Dane Moler
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➡️ Description Dane Moler is a Division President with Primary Residential in the San Francisco Bay Area. He is an expert in all things mortgage with more than 22 years in the mortgage industry and having personally funded over 2,500 residential mortgages. Outside of the office he is an avid mountain biker, snowboarder, and travel enthusiast. ➡️ Re…
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Why You Need The Best Real Estate Team with Brett Ari Fischer
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➡️ Description Brett Ari Fischer is a real estate agent in New York City. He loves working with homebuyers and sellers. When he is not working he loves playing sports, reading, making videos, cooking, going to the gym and watching sports. ➡️ Referrals ⭐ Get a Referral to a Top Mortgage Lender or Realtor - http://lauramoreno.com/referral ➡️ FREE Hom…
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Whats Wrong With The Real Estate Sector Today With Craig Rowe
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➡️ Description Craig Rowe is a journalist based in Truckee, CA, focusing on proptech, marketing and consulting for real estate. He's also a backpacking guide in Yosemite National Park and the Eastern Sierra Nevada. ➡️ Referrals ⭐ Get a Referral to a Top Mortgage Lender or Realtor - http://lauramoreno.com/referral ➡️ FREE Home Buying Checklist ⭐ Dow…
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Why 4 Interest Rates Where A Historical Anomaly with Andrew Galler
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➡️ Description Andrew Galler is a Realtor in Portland, Oregon and has been helping people buy (and sell) homes since 2001. His passion is navigating his clients' largest financial and emotional investment in their lives: their HOME. ➡️ Referrals ⭐ Get a Referral to a Top Mortgage Lender or Realtor - http://lauramoreno.com/referral ➡️ FREE Home Buyi…
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Real Estate is URGENT Why You Need To Get Into Every House The Minute You Can With Kimberley Tufts
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➡️ Introduction Kimberley Tufts is a licensed REALTOR® serving New Hampshire and also Massachusetts. She is determined and committed to making the transaction as stress-free as possible and even fun while providing the utmost excellent service earning your trust, future referrals, and repeat business. First-time buyers are her favorite because the …
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How To Get $25k Off From Your First Home with Robert Davenport
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➡️ Introduction Robert Davenport is a seasoned real estate agent in Indiana who enjoys making your home dreams come true. As an Indiana native, Robert recognizes the trust his clients place in him and takes the lead with savvy negotiation skills, value, dedication and always putting his clients first. In his spare time he enjoys being with his fami…
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The Top 5 Components That All Home Inspectors Need To Check With Andrew Winnard
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➡️ Introduction Andrew Winnard is a home inspector in Central Maryland who loves working with first-time homebuyers. He encourages all homebuyers to follow him through the on-site inspection so he can report and advise on the overall condition of the home while answering any questions they might have. ➡️ Referrals ⭐ Get a Referral to a Top Mortgage…
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Navigating the Real Estate Rollercoaster: A Recap of 2023 and Insights for 2024
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Introduction Hello and welcome back to The First Time Home Buyer Podcast! I'm thrilled to be back with you for a brand new season. It's been a while, and I appreciate your patience. Today, we have a special episode in store for you as we catch up on what's been happening in my life and the real estate world. My Story: Making Home Buying Easier In t…
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Home Inspection Reports (Explained): The 4 Sections Of Our Home Inspection Reports, with Kurt Grasset
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Introduction Kurt Grassett is the owner and General Manager of Norway Hill Home Inspections, a home inspection company in Peterborough, New Hampshire with over 800 5-star reviews where they love loves teaching prospective home buyers about their new home. When not working Kurt likes to fly fish, travel to see his kids, and ride his motorcycle. Get …
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Buydown MasterClass (OR) How How To Temporarily Reduce Your Interest Rate, with Amy Slotnick
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[fusebox_track_player url="xxx" ] Introduction Amy Slotnick is a SVP, Branch Manager, and Senior Mortgage Advisor in Newton, MA. She is a 40-year veteran of the mortgage industry and she is passionate about educating buyers through the home financing process. In her free time, she enjoys visiting her daughter, son-in-law, and new grandson in Washin…
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The 3 (Silly) Rules To Secure Your Home Resale Value, with Michael La Stella
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Introduction Mike La Stella is a realtor in Bergen County, New Jersey. He loves working with home buyers to guide them through the process of buying their first home. He is also a husband and father of two. When he is not working, he loves traveling with his wife and cannot wait to start taking their kids with them! Get In Touch With Our Guest, Mic…
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Secrets of a 1,000 5-Star-Review Inspection Company - With Michael Conrad
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Introduction Michael Conrad is a building scientist and a serial entrepreneur that runs a company called, DILIGENT, a home inspection company based in Nashville, TN with over 1,000 5-Star Reviews. DILIGENT is the ultimate One-Stop Shop for inspection services in the mid-Tennessee area. You might have also seen Michael on his YouTube channel as “The…
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The Top 3 Options To Lower Your Interest Rate (Including The 2-1 Buydown Option) - Lee Barroll
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Introduction Lee Barroll is a loan originator in Nashville, TN. He has 26 years of experience and enjoys helping all types of homebuyers accomplish their goals. When not working, he loves hanging out with his 2 dogs, Charlie and Bernie. Get In Touch With Our Guest, Lee Barroll If you’d like to get in touch with our guest today, click on the link be…
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Why You Need To Work With A Real Estate Agent That DOESN'T Need Your Business, with Mike Sposato
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Introduction Mike Sposato is the Owner and Managing Broker of Carolina Realty Advisors in Charlotte, North Carolina. He has been a Realtor for over 20 years and works with buyers and sellers all over the Greater Charlotte area. When not working Mike loves to travel, go to his beach house, and be on his boat. He is also an avid sports fan. Get In To…
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This Is The Best Time To Buy In Austin, Texas (And How To Deal With The High Interest Rates) - With Libby Arnold
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Introduction Libby Arnold is an Associate Broker at Realty Austin in Austin, TX. She specializes in residential real estate and loves helping first-time homebuyers understand the buying process and the market's nuances. Get In Touch With Our Guest Today If you’d like to get in touch with our guest today, click on the link below and I will send you …
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Auctions! How To Bid (The Right Way) On An Auction As A First Time Home Buyer - With Frank Pietrzak
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Introduction Frank Pietrzak (Peter-Zak) is a property tax foreclosure Auctioneer in New York State with over 20 years of experience. Frank and the professional team at NYSAuctions.com have returned over 40,000 properties to the tax-paying rolls and he mentions this could be a great option for 1st-time buyers who have access to funds. Get In Touch W…
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Why You Need A (100-Day) Guarantee On Your Home Inspection, with John Leon Gonzalez
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Introduction John Leon Gonzalez is a Certified Professional Inspector® in Seattle, Washington that has been licensed as a realtor since 2007 both H.I. and WDIR (Pest). He is also certified by the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors® (InterNACHI®) and today he comes to tell us everything about how to have a great inspection in Sea…
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Secrets From A 10x Winner Of The Five-Star Real Estate Agent, with Bryan Mize
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Introduction Bryan Mize is an excellent home inspector and founder of Optimized Inspection Services, a home inspection company in Seattle. He is passionate about sharing his knowledge and helping others to succeed in RE too. When he's not working he loves hiking, motorcycling, and enjoying live music/theatre. Get In Touch With Our Guest, Bryan Mize…
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How To Have A Stress-Free (and Low-Drama) Transaction, with Chris Sayre
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Introduction Chris Sayre is a Mortgage Lender in Kirkland, WA. He’s always had the heart to help others and Mortgages are just an extension of his desire to make a difference. When he’s not working, he enjoys spending time with his family at their cabin in Eastern, WA. Get In Touch With Our Guest, Chris Sayre If you’d like to get in touch with our …
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Why You Need A Passionate Area Expert When Buying A Home with Randy Baruh
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Introduction Randy Baruh is a real estate agent in New York City with over 22 years of experience. He enjoys a proven record of sales success and lasting relationships with the people he has helped over the course of his career. Whether they are looking to buy, sell, rent, or invest Randy's attention to detail and dedication to his client's needs h…
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500,000+ Credit Errors Disputed with Dovly & How You Can Improve Yours As Well - With Nirit Rubenstein
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Introduction Nirit Rubenstein is CEO of Dovly - the first, fully automated, smart credit engine. Nirit is passionate about helping Americans maximize their credit and reach their financial goals. Outside of work, Nirit enjoys exploring the hiking trails and other natural wonders of her adopted home in Arizona. Get In Touch With Our Guest, Nirit Rub…
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Special Why Do You Need An Agent That Falls In Love With Their Clients with Margo Christophilis
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Introduction Margo Christophilis is a Managing Broker in Seattle, Washington who loves to help people get into their first home. When she is not working she is dancing and doing crossfit. Being with family is also very important for her. Get In Touch With Our Guest, Margo Christophilis If you’d like to get in touch with our guest today, click on th…
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3 Reasons Why Owning A Home Gives You The Best Feeling Ever, with Graeme Richardson
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Introduction Graeme Richardson is a Product Design leader and a first-time home buyer that wants to share with us everything he has learned from buying his first home. When he's not working, he's riding his motorcycle or hanging out with his 2 kids. Get In Touch With Our Guest, Graeme Richardson If you’d like to get in touch with our guest today, c…
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Why You Cannot Lead With Fear (Ever!) In Real Estate, with Sydney Blumstein
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Introduction Sydney Blumstein is a real estate agent in New York. Her parents built a wildly successful team at the Corcoran group based on their knowledge, kindness, and transparency and now she helps people find their own piece of NYC to call home. Her personal Mottos are: “more fun today” “hold the vision, trust the process” and “things take tim…
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Stop Throwing Your Money Away (And Making Your Landlord Richer), with Leonard Steinberg
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Introduction Leonard Steinberg was the first PRESIDENT of COMPASS which is now the largest national real estate tech-fueled brokerage in the USA by sales volume. As the company expanded at a historically rapid rate, Leonard transitioned to Chief Evangelist promoting company culture, ethics, and advisory. He devotes 95% of his time to brokerage, and…
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The Top 3 Reasons Why Prices Are Not Going Down (Anytime Soon), with Nate Johnson
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Introduction Nate Johnson is the President of Real Estate Solutions Group @ Red Key Realty Leaders, a full-service residential real estate group in St. Louis, Missouri, with a commitment to helping clients achieve their real estate goals. In addition to helping buyers and sellers achieve their real estate goals for over 20 years, Nate has been spea…
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The Top 3 Reasons Why 80% Of Our Offers Get Accepted, with Lance King
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Introduction Lance King is the Owner of King Realty Group in San Francisco. He and his team regularly help first-time buyers navigate the complicated Bay Area market. In his spare time, he engages in many sports and spends time with his wife and daughter. Get In Touch With Our Guest, Lance King If you’d like to get in touch with our guest today, cl…
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Why You Should (Really) Use A Local Lender To Avoid Things Falling Through The Cracks, with BryAnn Smith
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Introduction BryAnn Smith is a real estate agent in Hanford, California. She loves working with first-time home buyers and providing education along the way. When she is not working, she is teaching Pilates or playing fetch with her doodles. Get In Touch With Our Guest, BryAnn Smith If you’d like to get in touch with our guest today, click on the l…
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Overwhelmed? Why Sometimes You Do Need To Take A Pause From Buying A Home, with Hannah Gramling
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Introduction Hannah Gramling is a real estate agent in Fort Worth, TX. She is passionate about working with first-time homebuyers and partnering for purchase success. When she isn't working, you can find her traveling, walking the trails, or on a patio with friends! Get In Touch With Our Guest, Hannah Gramling If you’d like to get in touch with our…
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Why Is Now (2022) The Best Time To Buy Your First Home, with Lora Wejnert
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Introduction Lora Wejnert is a real estate agent in northern New Jersey. She truly loves helping home buyers buy their first home and making home ownership a reality. A wife & momma to 3 and a newer dog momma she loves decorating, diy’ing, crafting, and watching tv. Get In Touch With Our Guest, Lora Wejnert If you’d like to get in touch with our gu…
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(Amazing!) Get Your Down Payment Money Using Your Rent, with Jonathan Lawless
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Introduction Jonathan Lawless is the Head of Home Ownership at Bilt Rewards, a loyalty program that lets renters earn points just by paying rent. He’s a previous executive with Fannie Mae and knows just about everything related to mortgages. He lives in DC with his wife and two kids, plays music, and is a sign language fluent. Get In Touch With Our…
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Learnings After +1,000 Transactions, with Emily Maglothin
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Introduction Emily Maglothin is a real estate agent in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Born and raised in Northern Michigan, Emily moved to Grand Rapids a little over 7 years ago. She loves helping people buy homes and her promise to her clients is to always keep things on track, and above all else, provide excellent communication & value. In her free time…
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Moving To Houston, Texas? Why You Need Expert Advice, with Alfredo Sabal
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Introduction Alfredo Sabal is a Realtor that works in Houston Texas. He likes to work with buyers and sellers and has been in the business for the last 5 years. When he is not working he likes to ride his bikes. Get In Touch With Our Guest Today, Alfredo Sabal If you’d like to get in touch with our guest today, click on the link below and I will se…
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RELOCATORS! These Are The Top Tips When Moving To Atlanta, with Divine Taylor
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Introduction Divine Taylor is a realtor in Atlanta, GA. She enjoys helping first-time home buyers achieve their dream of home ownership. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling and photography. Get In Touch With Our Guest Today, Divine Taylor If you’d like to get in touch with our guest today, click on the link below and I will send you a warm intr…
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How (And Why) To Find Your UNICORN Real Estate Agent FIRST, David Sidoni
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Introduction David Sidoni is the host of the How To Buy A Home podcast. Back in 2019, after 13 years of working with first-time homebuyers, David started this podcast so that everybody could feel informed, educated, and taken care of in getting the service they deserve because there is a giant hole in the education for first-time homebuyers, and th…
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(Home Buyer) Lessons Learned After 900 Property Flips with Jake Leicht 2
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Introduction Jake Leicht is a real estate investor living in Knoxville, TN. He loves teaching and sharing wild (and sometimes intimate) stories about the 900+ flips that he's completed over the past 11 years. He enjoys working with students all over the country, teaching them how to purchase residential real estate leveraging Other People's Money (…
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DO THIS Before You Sign The Agreement To Purchase Your First Home with Brian K. Lewis
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Introduction Brian K. Lewis is one of NYC’s and America’s top-ranked real estate agents. He is also a proud dad, son, brother, and a husband who loves NYC and enjoys creating worlds where people thrive. Theatre is his church, and the world is his oyster. Get In Touch With Our Guest, Brian K. Lewis If you’d like to get in touch with our guest today,…
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This Is The Single GREATEST Thing You Can Do For Yourself with Chase Waychoff
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Introduction Chase Waychoff is the Vice President of Trash & Stash, a Junk Removal, Moving & Storage business in Fort Mill, SC. He purchased his first property on his 21st birthday using an FHA loan and has coached many first-time home buyers over the years since. When he isn’t hustling in the field working he is usually somewhere riding a bike or …
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