Welcome to the Hello Seattle Podcast, a local perspective on living in and moving to Seattle. We are excited to introduce you to people, places, and communities that make living in our hometown special. About your hosts: Zach McDonald is one of the top real estate agents in Seattle, and Dan Keller is a Top 1% Mortgage Professional in America. Both are lifelong residents of the Seattle area!
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If you are looking to buy or sell a home, get all the information and the latest updates, tips, and tricks from Thai Nguyen - your professional Seattle Real Estate Agents.
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Carl Self is first and foremost a proud father to Jordan and Alexis, but he is also a Senior Mortgage Originator licensed in the state of Washington since 1989. He started out part-time while working as an insurance agent for Pacific Cliffs Financial, and soon learned that he’s truly passionate about helping people to purchase a home. Having fallen in love with the mortgage industry quite quickly, Carl spent time reading and obtaining all of the information available to better serve his clie ...
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NAR Settlement Update and Buyer's Agency For First Time Homebuyers
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Learn more about buyer's agency and representation. Why you want it? What the NAR commissions settlement means to you as a home buyer and how this settlement impacts that housing market. This is an updated podcast now that the settlement is over and the dust has settled... You're going to learn a lot, much needed knowledge if you are buying a home …
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Homeowners Insurance 101 For First Time Homebuyers
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This week Zach and Dan bring a special guest into the studio, Tyler Kerlee w/ Path Insurance Solutions. Tyler was responsible for introducing Zach to Dan 10-years ago and has emerged as one of the top insurance brokers in King and Snohomish County! You'll learn more about insurance premiums, what home owner's insurance covers, and what top claims t…
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Understanding DADU's (Backyard Cottages) With Seattle DADU Experts, Roosevelt Builders
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This week Zach and Dan bring you valuable and new info that will help solve the housing crisis w/ affordable living solutions leveraging the new DADU or backyard cottage laws in Seattle. This week's guest is an expert builder/developer of DADU's. Ryker Young of Roosevelt Builders doesn't hold anything back! He explains the new laws, how to look for…
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Real Estate Investing for Rookies - How To Become A Real Estate Investor In Seattle!
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This week Zach and Dan help you unlock the path to prosperity as a real estate investor with expert advice, insider tips, and success stories! You'll learn how to get started investing, how to buy your first investment home (easier than you think), and how to manage the properties to ensure the least amount of turnover and maximum profits! For more…
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What Drives Seattle Home Prices & The Cost of Betting Against The Champ!
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This week Zach McDonald and Dan Keller talk about the drivers behind the Seattle housing market (employment and rates) and what fuels those drivers! We summarize an economic forum we attended and close with valuable advice from arguably, the wealthiest person in American, Warren Buffett! This is a good one you DON'T want to miss - seller... buyer..…
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Living in Mukilteo, WA - A Conversation With the Mayor Joe Marine
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This week, Zach and Dan sit down with Joe Marine, the Mayor of Mukilteo to tell you everything you'll want to know about living in Mukilteo, Wa. You may be surprised to learn a couple of things about price points, recreation and 2 things that make Mukilteo a sought after suburb of Seattle! Thinking about buying or selling a home in the Seattle area…
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Your Key To Understanding Home Values: A Candid Conversation with Home Appraiser Adam Franklin
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This week, Dan and Zach sit down with local Seattle home appraiser Adam Franklin. He's a top home appraiser in the Seattle market and shares a detailed behind the scenes look at how homes are appraised, and what you need to know as a home buyer about the home appraisal process! Oh, and he's from Bainbridge Island, so we talk about what makes Bainbr…
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Big Changes to Washington State Real Estate Agent Laws: Buyer Brokerage Services Agreement Now Required
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This week, Dan and Zach talk about the major lawsuits plaguing real estate firms all over the country based on real estate agent commissions (or the transparency around how buyer's agents are paid). There are big changes to Washington State real estate agent laws now requiring a Buyer Brokerage Services Agreement between the home buyer and the real…
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The Top 7 Seattle Suburbs On the North End
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This week Zach and Dan talk about the top suburbs of Seattle on the North end. We'll be talking about Shoreline, Kenmore, Brier, Lake Forest Park, Edmonds, Mountlake Terrace, and Lynnwood! And the bonus, how much do you actually need to earn to buy a home w/ 7% down in each of these communities... This is gonna be a great show! Thinking about buyin…
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The Top 9 Suburbs of the Eastside of Seattle (Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond....)
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This week Zach and Dan talk about the Eastside of Seattle. Many people that are not familiar with the suburbs of Seattle group the "eastside" into Seattle, and in fact, the eastside has it's own unique and separate identity from Seattle! We're specifically talking about Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, Woodinville, Issaquah, Sammamish, Renton, and Both…
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How Much Do I Need To Earn To Buy A House In Seattle?
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This week, Zach and Dan go round 2 on the "How much do I need to earn" series... Two weeks ago, they explained how much you need to earn to buy a CONDO in Seattle, and this week, they explain in detail, how much you need to earn annually to buy a single-family home in Seattle. Come take a virtual pricing tour from North Seattle (Greenwood) to West …
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2023 Seattle Real Estate Review and 2024 Real Estate and Mortgage Predictions
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This week Dan and Zach recap their predictions from last year for 2023 and give new 2024 Seattle real estate and mortgage predictions (backed by a ton of data of course). This is gonna be good! See how close Dan and Zach were w/ their predictions from last year and see what they have to say about 2024! Thinking about buying or selling a home in the…
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Living In Brier, Wa - A Conversation With The Mayor Dale Kaemingk
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This week, Zach and Dan sit down with Dale Kaemingk, the Mayor of Brier to tell you everything you need to know about living in Brier, Wa. You may be surprised to learn a couple of things about lot sizes and price points, 2 things that make Brier a sought after suburb of Seattle! Thinking about buying or selling a home in the Seattle area soon? Ple…
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Living in Shoreline, WA and A Home Inspector’s Take on Common Home Issues in Seattle
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On today's episode, Zach and Dan take you on a virtual tour of Shoreline, Wa! Plus, we guide you through the home inspection process, inside and out w/ local top home inspector Geff Spry, owner of Hawks Eye Home Inspection. Enjoy! Geff can be reached here - https://hawkseye.org/about-us/ Thinking about buying or selling a home in the Seattle area s…
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Living In Edmonds, WA & Estate Planning For Relocating Home Buyers
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This week we take you on a deep dive, virtual tour of Edmonds, Washington w/ our guest being a local Estate Attorney William Kessler, AND resident of Edmonds. You will learn more about what makes Edmonds special, along with where people go to dine, explore, and live in Edmonds, Washington! We also share some great insight on buying a home w/ a part…
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How Much Do I Need To Earn To Buy A Condo In Seattle?
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This week, Zach and Dan answer a popular question in today's high interest rate environment, "How Much Do I Need To Earn To Buy A Condo In Seattle?" We give you a few different locations and price points to consider.. You may be surprised, take a listen, let us know your thoughts, and if you found this episode valuable, share it with someone it may…
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This week Zach and Dan talk about launching the Hello In Seattle podcast and how we get to take the content that has made our Youtube channels and social media so great and expand on helping things that people moving to Seattle want to know more about! Thinking about buying or selling a home in the Seattle area soon? Please don't hesitate to reach …
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Day 193 9 1 2020 by Carl SelfBy Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news.By Carl Self
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Day 191 8 21 2020 by Carl SelfBy Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. WOW!!! The Fed minutes came out and rates are still positive. To get these historic low mortgage rates call me today 206-307-2754By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. WOW!! New Homes are on fire. Be ready to pay up to 30% more now with lumber prices skyrocketing 40% recently. Have a great day!!!By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. WOW! Was it ever hot yesterday in Seattle. Even hotter are the record low interest rates. Call us today and see how we can help.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate update. Things are crazy out there. Now the FHFA and FNMA and FHLMC are taking it upon themselves to charge the American a tax fee for refinancing their home mortgage loan. Hit me up to get in on how to reach out to your Legislatures in Washington DC.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. FHFA also announced an additional .5% LLPA fee for those of you wanting to refinance. Amazing the money grab going on right now. if you are ready to purchase a home or refinance your current home give me a call and let us help you get in on these historic low interest rates before they are gone. 206-307…
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. It was a blood bath for mortgage bonds yesterday and seems to continue today. If you have not locked your rate in yet NOW would be a good time.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. Sorry we have been very busy the last couple of weeks but we are back and ready to serve.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. NOW is the time to buy a home. If you have not or are wanting to give us a call and let us get you pre-approved and make your offer the next best thing to cash. 206-307-2754By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and real estate news. If you have not taken advantage of these historic lows, today is a great day to save on your mortgage payments and the interest you will pay.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. If you have not refinanced or are wanting to buy a home, today is the day to take advantage of these historic low interest rates before they are gone forever. Call me today for a free total cost analysis and see if it makes sense. 206-307-2754By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news update. Things are good and will get better in the real estate market. I am still in the long distance relationship and will see how much longer I can go.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. Things are really good in the mortgage bond market at all time lows and rates could be headed to the mid 2s in the next week. If you are wanting to refinance or purchase a home please give us a call for a FREE Total Cost Analysis. 2036-307-2754By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. Also a little talk / personal thought on Covid 19. Have a great day!!!By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. Also share a little about why I am almost at the end of my long distance relationship and it is becoming clear what I really desire and want from a love relationship.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. I also continue to share a little about my long distance relationship.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. Also a little on my LD relationship and when is it really done.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. Also share a little about my journey in a long distance relationship.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. Still at historic lows. Call us to refinance or purchase a new home today. Today I express what I am learning about long distance relationships and yes they do have an expiration date. Not sure what that is but for me it may be sooner rather than later.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. I am really finding some calm and peace staying out of the MSM and SM. I never knew how much that impacted my peace and calm.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate update. A little bit on patience and how I can be impatient and too patient. Crazy dichotomy for sure. Have a great weekend.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. Rates are moving in a positive direction. I also share a little on my long distance relationship and how long do you wait? Not sure but some days I want to be done waiting. What would you do? Sorry I forgot to post yesterday's brief.By Carl Self
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today's mortgage bond and real estate update. We are really working hard to be the light and love in the world around us via SM. How are you doing and what is your goal in SM postings?By Carl Self
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If there isn't an exception on the Title Commitment or Title Policy, they will insure against any losses as a result of there not being a public road. A couple of questions for you:Is the property in a PUD or HOA?By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and real estate news. A short talk on affordable housing options such as a manufactured home and how you can get in with little to no money down.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. We are still working on removing media and social media from our minds so that we can be the light and love we desire. How about you? What are you being today, light and love or darkness, hate and anger?By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. Sometimes you just need to disconnect from technology and media. I found for myself that when I do this disconnect I am much more calm and patient. How about you?By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and interest rate news. I share a little about what my personal plan for social media is going forward. I really want to be the light and love and to do that I am trying really hard to not post things that upset or harm others.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and real estate news. Be the light and change you seek. I want to be the light and love I desire.By Carl Self
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Today's mortgage bond and real estate news. I share my desire to be the light in the dark, the love among the anger and hate and also my desire to be the change I seek.By Carl Self
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