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Are you getting ready to sell your house? How do you make it stand out and get top dollar? Look no further than Sari Olschewski with Four Walls Real Estate. Sari shares her expert insights on how to stage your house like a pro. Sari breaks down the concept of being "house blind" and provides practical tips to overcome it. Plus, take advantage of Sari's Ebook to turn your house from drab to fab and get the most value from your sale! Whether you're a first-time seller or a seasoned pro, you will want to catch this episode.
Are you ready to sell your home but feeling overwhelmed and unsure where to start? Look no further than Craig Franek with Coldwell Banker, who will make your property shine. With a unique marketing plan tailored to each home, Craig employs creative tactics to generate buzz and attract potential buyers. But what truly sets him apart is his unwavering focus on the first weekend open house - a critical time for generating interest and securing offers. Craig is so committed to the open house that he often encourages his clients to take a weekend vacation to make it happen. His no-nonsense approach is simple: if you're not willing to put in the effort to market your property, be prepared to adjust your price accordingly. For valuable insights and expert advice on selling your home, tune into this episode of Stunning and hear from Craig himself.
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Christie Fisher from Presidio Real Estate shares her expertise on red flags to look out for when selecting a real estate agent. She emphasizes the importance of an agent's fiduciary duties and warns against agents who pressure you or don't fully disclose information. Tune in to this episode to learn more about protecting yourself when selecting a real estate agent.
Meet Shelley Reynolds, a dedicated realtor at Keller Williams with a passion for helping clients navigate the complexities of buying and selling properties. Based in Salt Lake she has extensive knowledge of the local market and is committed to making the experience as stress-free as possible. Shelley's dedication and willingness to go the extra mile make her an exceptional asset to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.
Charity Child with The Real Estate Edge shares valuable insights and tips for buying their first home in Utah. She highlights the importance of setting realistic expectations and taking things one step at a time. She also stresses the need to consider all the costs involved in buying a new home, including closing costs, inspections, moving expenses, and more.
In this episode, we sit down with Adam Spencer, a Coldwell Banker realtor, to discuss how real estate is the key to building wealth and achieving the American dream. Adam shares his insights on why everyone should invest in real estate and how it can help you grow wealth and change your family's history.
Key points:
- The wealthiest people in the world have some connection to real estate, whether it's how they started or how they diversified their assets. Real estate is a proven way to magnify and increase wealth over time.
- Keeping your money in a bank account does nothing to help you grow your wealth or seize opportunities. Money is a tool, and real estate is an excellent way to use that tool to create incredible wealth for yourself and your family.
- The idea that you must save 20% and be debt-free before buying a home is impractical for many people, especially given rising house prices. Instead, many programs and options are available for people to invest in real estate without needing 20% upfront.
Conclusion:
Real estate is a powerful tool for building wealth and achieving the American dream. As Adam Spencer points out, everyone can use real estate to create a better future for themselves and their families. By investing in real estate, you can accrue equity, grow your wealth, and improve your family's history.
Are you thinking about relocating to Spanish Fork, Utah? Then be sure to look up Shelly Jameson of Fathom Realty! With her in-depth knowledge and involvement with the local Chamber of Commerce Board, she can give you insight into businesses, attractions - even neighborhoods and schools. Discover what makes this remarkable community so unique, and listen to see if there might be something special waiting around the corner with Shelley as your guide!
As we approach 2023 and the ever-changing real estate market, Kimi Fry of Imagine Real Estate has some sage advice. To prepare for success in this dynamic industry, finding yourself a good agent who knows their stuff is invaluable - somebody who can provide top-quality education about what's going on out there! Don't be afraid to take risks – they could eventually lead you straight into YOUR dream house! As Kimi said: "We don't have crystal balls so that nobody can predict the future - but having an advocate by your side will help you navigate these shifting waters."
Are you overwhelmed by the thought of signing a real estate purchase contract? Shelly Jameson with Fathom Realty is here to help! Her mission is to bring trust and transparency back into property dealings. That way, you can be confident in your investments - knowledge equals power when buying or selling any property. So press play now to get informed about your rights regarding real estate transactions!
Young people often overlook real estate, but it can be a great way to invest in your future. James Douglas, an agent at Berkshire Hathaway, emphasizes the importance of taking actionable steps toward achieving one's goals regarding real estate investing. He believes that the younger generation should take advantage of this platform to build their wealth and gain knowledge and provide for their families in the future.
Todd Hatfield, the mortgage-lending mastermind at Granite Credit Union, is offering an invaluable first-time homebuyer seminar to ensure that everyone considering homeownership has all the best information available. With Todd's team taking time with each client and focusing on providing them with facts before closing on their dream homes, January 25th 2023 presents a prime opportunity for those ready to take this big step in life! Don't miss out - you don't want to be left unprepared when it comes making such important financial decisions.
What is a home warranty? If you're considering purchasing a home, remember a home warranty. Josh Cavalier from Silverback home warranty shares what a warranty covers, and one of the best things about a home warranty is that it can help you avoid costly repairs down the road.
Todd Porter from Exp Realty has some great insights into why owning your property is essential to our society. According to Todd, "property ownership is the cornerstone of the United States of America. It allows people to accumulate wealth, pass down generational assets, and create a stable environment in which to raise a family. Our founding fathers believed in property ownership which is why it is something to be passionate about."
So if you're looking to buy or sell property, listen to this episode.
After years of appraising and analyzing property values, Chris Bitton from Equity Advantage shares his unique perspective on what drives a home's value up and how to list correctly in today's market.
When buying a house, finding the right team to help you through the process is important. Dan Taylor, also known as The Grandpa Realtor, is an agent with Coldwell Banker, and Mark Moyes, a loan officer with Intercap, walks us through the real estate transaction process. They discuss the steps involved in buying a home, from finding the right property to getting approved for a loan. They also offer tips on how to make the process smoother and less stressful. So if you're in the market for a new home, push play and listen to this episode!
Are you worried about financing a new home in today's market? Sam Fulton with U Mortgage is here to share tips on how to get the loan you need. Learn about different available programs and find Sam's advice for buyers struggling with interest rates.
Ryan Johnson is a Realtor with EXP Realty, and he brings his business-savvy management skills to the state's real estate market. Ryan isn't just your average agent; he also has an investing side and loves to take the ugliest house on the street and flip it into the most stunning place in the neighborhood.
Mary and Steve Siler are a dynamic husband and wife team. Mary is a realtor with EXP Realty, and Steve is a loan officer with Castle and Cooke Mortgage. Together, they love helping their clients secure a house for their homes.
Mary and Steve are dedicated to providing the best possible service to their clients. They work hard to find the right loan and property for each individual, and they always go the extra mile to ensure the transaction goes smoothly.
Mario Aguilera got his real estate license and is an agent with Top Equity. Mario tells us how becoming a Realtor has been his goal for many years and that his passion and determination will make a name for himself in this career.
Mario believes that rookies can be very beneficial in real estate because they are more likely to give more attention to clients and make it a memorable experience. He wants his clients to smile from beginning to end and remember this as one of the best experiences they've ever had.
We wish Rookie Mario all the best in his new career!
In today's market, it's crucial to be aware of the shifts to make the best decisions for your home. Celeste Rebollar of Solis & Lopez Real Estate is here to talk about why it's important to stop living in the past regarding real estate. She shares tips for knowing if it's the right time to buy or sell.
As a veteran, you may wonder if you're eligible for a loan. The good news is that many lenders specifically cater to veterans, and a variety of loan programs are available.
Jonathan "Chuck" Olsen is a retired Air Force veteran and current mortgage lender with Summit Funding. He has a long history of working in sales and is passionate about helping people achieve their homeownership goals.
Chuck can help you find the best loan program for your needs and walk you through the application process. He knows the VA loan program's ins and outs and can help you get the best interest rate possible.
If you're ready to take the next step in your homebuying journey, contact Chuck today. He'll help you get on the path to homeownership!
If you're in the market for a new home, finding the right real estate agent to help you through the process is essential. In this episode, Ali Black from Coldwell Banker shares some questions you should ask potential agents when interviewing them. So whether you're in the market for a new home or want to learn more about what goes into selling one, be sure to listen to this episode!
Dana Conway with Utah Key Real Estate has been a realtor for almost two decades. Dana is known for her tenacity and her ability to find solutions to problems. She is passionate about helping her clients build wealth through real estate and is always looking for ways to help her clients succeed.
Crystal Worthen is the High Heeled Realtor. She's always sporting a pair of heels, even when she's out helping clients buy and sell their homes. Her extensive marketing and real estate background is how she gets properties seen by the right people. Crystal received the prestigious "Realtor of the Year" award with Presidio Real Estate.
Crystal knows that to be successful in this business, you have to stand out from the crowd. And what better way to do that than by wearing towering stilettos that command attention? Push play to hear how Crystal keeps her standards high and her heels higher.
When selling your home, it's crucial to have an experienced realtor on your side. Dan Taylor, the Grandpa Realtor, has over 20 years of experience in the business and shares his expertise and guidance on navigating the changing market. Take advantage of this valuable resource with the grandpa of the industry.
Rebecca Rasmussen with Exit Realty Plus is a native of Salt Lake City and knows the area well. She has watched the city grow into the thriving metropolis it is today and loves helping newcomers make their dream of moving to Salt Lake a reality.
Buying a home for the first time can be a daunting experience, but with the help of a professional like Tony Huston, it can also be exciting and rewarding. Tony advises first-time home buyers not to assume they can't afford to get into the market. The Utah real estate market is constantly changing and evolving, so it's crucial to have an experienced agent by your side who can help you make the right decision for your family.
With the cost of living continuing to increase, many Utahans are on the fence if they should buy a house or continue renting. Tiffany Kennard is a Realtor with Jason Mitchel Real Estate and has almost a decade of experience helping buyers prepare for their future. She is on the show to share her insights on the topic and what people can do to get the most out of their housing situation.
Want to buy a home but don't know where to start? Look no further than Wendy Brandon with Coldwell Banker. She is originally from South Africa but now lives in America and helps people find their dream homes. Her passion for helping others is what makes her such an invaluable resource when it comes time to purchase your first or next property- she loves being able to provide all the information you need so that this process goes smoothly
Homeownership isn’t just a financial decision. It has emotional benefits too! Cathy Wagner from Intercap Lending believes buying a first home makes the individual more driven and connected to the community.
The business of being a Realtor isn't just about showing properties and making deals; it's also about building relationships with clients. As an agent with Exit Realty Plus, Allison Momi's favorite part is her relationship with her clients. She likes to keep in touch with them and build long-term friendships.
In an unstable market, one realtor is determined to help her clients find their footing. Are you looking to buy your first home but feeling overwhelmed? Follow Katie Saxton's advice for a stress-free experience.
Are you considering selling your home? If so, you're not alone. In fact, according to the National Association of Realtors, over six million homeowners nationwide sold their homes in 2021. If you're thinking of selling, you're probably wondering how to get the best price for your home. Susy Foster from Realty Path has some great advice. Susy has been in the business for over 27 years and has helped countless homeowners buy and sell their homes. One of the things Susy emphasizes is the importance of service. "I believe there is no substitute for service," says Susy. "My goal is always to meet my clients where they are and work on their transaction as if it's my own." Susy also believes that little things can make a big difference when selling your home. " If you're considering selling, call me, and I'll go through your house and help you identify little things you can do to make it more appealing to buyers.
Angie Mendoza is a loan officer with Intercap Lending who is passionate about helping the Hispanic community in Utah. She goes above and beyond and loves seeing her clients step into their new homes. With her out-of-the-box thinking, she helps clients reach homeownership by being creative and asking the right questions.
Are you remodeling your home and feeling overwhelmed? You're not alone. Many homeowners feel the same way when they start a remodeling project. Remodeling can be stressful, from getting bids to staying within budget; finding the right contractor is essential.
Mike Hewett with King Construction Services provides quality construction services with clear communication to avoid remodeling mistakes. Mike has over 25 years of experience as a general contractor, has worked on new homes and remodels, and understands many homeowners' frustration when dealing with their builders. The solution Mike Hewett outlines is a system that begins with a scope of work, a task list, and weekly meetings with the homeowner.
Mark Moyes from Intercap lending is passionate about helping those who serve our communities and country. He joins us today to discuss a new police officer grant for first-time homebuyers in Utah, as well as VA loans that are great for veterans. If you're looking to buy a home and are a police officer or veteran, this is a must-listen!
Making meaningful relationships is the key to EXP agent Tanisia Davis's success in real estate. She doubled her income in her first year working part-time and was named Rookie of the Year for her entire office and state region. In her second year, she almost doubled her income again! Tanisia is the founder of "Brick By Brick Real Estate," a company emphasizing community, networking, and interpersonal relationships.
As a realtor, Jordan McQueen with Keller Williams makes an effort to think long-term with his clients and get them excited about the purchase they’re about to make. He wants them to see the process as more than a small transition but an important milestone in their life.
Sabrina Martinez is a real estate agent with EXP Realty as well as an avid social media educator. Sabrina is passionate about new construction. Many real estate agents believe that new construction is more expensive than a normal resale, but Sabrina insists this could not be further from the truth, especially in the current housing market. Sabrina recommends using a realtor rather than the builder’s sales representative when embarking on a new construction deal. Having lived in homes she’s built herself, Sabrina can speak from both professional and personal experiences. A sales representative will have the builder’s benefits in mind, while an agent is able to bridge the gap and protect the interests of the buyers.
Susan Redding is a real estate agent who found her career after being bored with her previous job. A friend suggested real estate, and she has never looked back! So there you have it! Bored with her old job, Susan Redding found herself in a new and exciting career in real estate. And who knows, maybe real estate is the career for you too! If you're thinking of making a change, definitely check out this episode of the Stunning Podcast!
Tonja Masina is a real estate agent and owner of Paradise Real Estate who truly loves her job. She started in real estate 20 years ago, somewhat by accident when she and her husband decided they wanted investment properties. Tonja obtained her license to help herself, but ended up helping everyone else, and realizing that she had found the best career she could hope for.
Tonja’s goal is to educate her clients as much as possible so that they can choose what’s best for their situations. “My job is not a paycheck,” she says, “it’s helping them make whatever their best decision is.” One client, she recalls, was struggling to sell her home after her husband moved out of state. Tonja knew that they wouldn’t be able to sell without a lot of repairs, and ended up taking zero commission on the house, but it was a fulfilling experience because she was able to help the family get where they needed to be.
TJ Heidenreich is a loan officer at Cross Country Mortgage and considers himself a holistic mortgage planner. He believes that communication is key and that sharing information is as important as listening to your client when exploring their best options. TJ was introduced to the real estate agent very young, by his cousin who was also a loan officer. After graduating high school, TJ began pre-licensing to be a loan officer, and despite only being 23 has already been in the industry for years.
TJ wishes that people weren’t so scared to start the process of homeownership. For him, he doesn’t care if clients are planning on buying tomorrow or five years from now--just start the process. A huge misconception is that when you plan to meet with a loan officer, you have to have everything ready then and there, which can be scary--but isn’t strictly true.
Neely Zimmermann is a Loan Officer with Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation. Before she was in mortgage lending, she went to trade school for auto body repair. After paying off 163,000 dollars of consumer debt, Neely found her passion in helping others navigate their finances and teaching them how to use mortgages and real estate as a tool to build wealth and achieve financial freedom. Neely was able to pay off $163,000 in debt in only 2 years of what she describes as “extreme sacrifice.” She and her husband took some advice from professionals like Dave Ramsey, but in the end, the achievement came down to discipline and sacrifice. They sold the things they didn’t need, stayed home on weekends, and saved every bit of cash they could. Neely describes the importance of mindset when it comes to paying off debt. Many people in her industry believe that debt is a part of life, but it is possible to be debt-free. This mentality has helped Neely not only in her personal life but in her professional one, as she’s able to share strategies with clients that she knows work.
When you go into a home, you want it to look good, smell good, and feel good.” When you walk into a house and you can tell there’s a funny smell, or something that’s out of place, it’s a turn-off. Getting buyers to come to your house, you need to remove any filters that could potentially lose a sale. “Whether it’s smells, dirty towels, leaving dirty laundry, any of these visual incongruencies will make your home unappealing, even if it’s a minor issue.
Rachel Allen didn’t have the best start in real estate and was looking around for a great agency, which she found with Realty One Group. With her new group, she can access tools which help her build her agency and gives her the ability to service her clients better. She considers herself a listing agent and enjoys selling homes for her Utah real estate clients.
Mark Allison is a Realtor with Utah Key Real Estate who started his real estate journey as a For Sale By Owner. Mark calls himself the worst spokesman for agents because he believes anyone can sell a property if they have a bit of time and energy to put into it. At the same time, for those who prefer to leave it to the professionals, Mark is enthusiastic about helping his clients find and buy real estate.
For Sale By Owner Beginnings
When buying his first property, Mark had gone the traditional route and started with a realtor. Throughout the process, however, he felt like all he was paying the realtor to do was open doors. Not finding a lot of value in the experience, Mark and his wife decided to start perusing the market on their own. After two months of looking and learning on their own, they made a great deal with a For Sale By Owner.
Cassandra Murray believes in preparing her clients for their home buying before they are looking to purchase their home, so they understand the home-buying process, especially first-time home buyers in Utah.
Why Cassandra Chose Real Estate
As a child of a single-parent household, her dad often moved from house to house with her and her brother. One day, she and her dad went to check out a local home and surprised his kids with a home of their own!
She was so excited to be at the house that she and her family slept on the living room floor the first night they stayed in their new home. This is the primary reason Cassandra decided to get into the real estate industry as an agent. “That emotion that you feel when you help people close on a home, I want to help other people feel that emotion.”
We’re talking with Adam Griffee and Ryan Briggs, Principal and Associate Broker of Time Real Estate, founded in 1998. At Time Real Estate, Adam and Ryan believe that time equals money, and as agents, they value saving their clients time. Should Clients Worry About the Real Estate Market? Adam and Ryan believe that the primary reason why people get nervous about the real estate market is from a lack of good information. One thing that people forget is that when you’re in the real estate market, regardless of whether it’s a buyers’ or sellers’ market, you’re often being both. The market is going to fluctuate, they say. It always does. Listeners have likely heard the term, “When’s the best time to buy? Five years ago.” The second best time is as soon as possible. Even if potential buyers or sellers are nervous, they recommend finding the right team and getting started.
Lauren Haven started her short-term rental company, Home Havens Management, at 23-years-old. Within three years, it became the largest short-term rental company in northern Utah. Over the course of growing her business, Lauren became pregnant with both her children, now ages 1 and 2, who are just as much a part of the company as she is.
Lauren shares that her first experience with owning property was less-than-glamorous. The duplex she and her husband were planning on remodeling was dirty and lackluster, so much that they showered at the gym for two months while remodeling. At the end of the experience, Lauren and her husband agreed that their idea may not have been executed well. But, with all the equity they had from their first project, they were excited to try again.
You probably have seen Michael Boswell on your Instagram feed. His reels educate first-time buyers. Michael is a young agent with EXP Realty who loves what he does: it’s as rewarding as it is stressful. Michael was born and raised in Utah, graduated from the University of Utah, and pursued his career in real estate.
Michael uses social media, mainly Instagram, to do his own marketing. He enjoys having fun and also building trust with potential clients, especially as a young person, and social media has been a great avenue for him to educate and connect.
Spencer Barlow is a numbers guy and has quite a resume with ten years in corporate finance, six years in Commercial Real Estate, and the past two years with Residential. He is an agent at EXP and is passionate about helping his clients achieve their long-term real estate goals.
Spencer graduated with a degree in finance, and after working in consulting and the banking industry, found himself working with the Quiksilver finance team in his home of Orange County. With Quiksilver, he grew from a strategy role to working in the retail center, overseeing finance, planning, and strategy for the company’s North American retail stores.
Through this, he learned all about commercial real estate and how to analyze numbers and economics to determine what real estate properties were going to be the best investment. He made the leap to real estate when he realized how much he enjoyed helping real people meet their goals and creating a plan to reach their goals through real estate.
Kimberlee Shipley with Keller Williams South Valley believes you don’t need a computer to find your dream house, you need a professional partner who has your best interest at heart. Kimberlee loves to travel with her kids and grandkids and stay in Airbnb. She has a goal to buy an AirBNB a year. Kim's real estate journey started over 25 years ago with her interior design business.
Chris Holifield is a Realtor at Keller Williams and decided to get into real estate because of his popular local podcast, I Am Salt Lake. Chris started his podcasting journey over a decade ago and has produced over five hundred episodes with locals and family-owned businesses in the Salt Lake Valley.
When Chris started his podcast, he didn’t have an ideal space to create a studio. Then, one of his friends suggested a real estate office downtown, and Chris went in to talk to him about making the office his home studio for podcasting.
Having a less-than-optimal view of real estate agents, Chris never considered one until he met Cody. “Chatting with Cody and finding out that Cody’s attitude was one of building Salt Lake City into the city I want to build it into really resonated with me.”
At that point, he started tossing around the idea of getting into real estate. Then he thought, why not sell a piece of Salt Lake to others that were like-minded? Finally, after several years passed and gaining a Utah realtor sponsor, Chris was ready to start getting serious about getting his Utah real estate license.
Ali Strickland is the owner of Aumento Media and provides real estate professionals with an advantage in selling their properties using her multi-media services. She and her Utah representative Lindsey Marks speak on how they can assist commercial and residential real estate professionals create amazing multi-media images with their 3D tours, photography and drone footage for their clients. Discover how a 3D tour of your residential or commercial real estate property can dramatically increase the number of potential buyers for your property. Using Multimedia in Real Estate Sales “We have great resources to see your home or commercial property.” When creating a real estate build virtually, Ali and Lindsey can show their clients what their new build will look like before the ground hits the dirt. Their virtual tour also assists with SEO because if a client can’t drive to your house to see it, they can see a virtual walk around right from their computer.
With an extensive background in the trade, Alex, Edgar and Eric are three cousins who decided to team up to create a home inspection company that has obtained multiple certifications in their field. Tune in to discover what you want to look for in a home inspector and house pitfalls that every buyer and seller should be aware of in today’s real estate market. “We all have different backgrounds that we bring to the business and it’s awesome how we can play off of each other.” Diamond Inspection stands out among other inspection agencies because they have an automated software system that efficiently gets reports to their clients. From the previous 10 hours to generate a report, Diamond Perfection has created a system that brings their time to create a home inspection report to only two-and-a-half hours.
At nineteen years old, Aubry Aldrich knew real estate was the career she wanted. As a result, she has brought in more clients in a few months of being in the industry than most other Rookies. She attributes the quick rise of her success to her mentors of the brokerage at Utah Real Estate. Listen in to discover how, at age 19, she has created a niche for herself as a high-producing Utah real estate agent.
She likes being in the real estate industry, allowing her to create relationships. Real estate, even though she is doing the same job, no two jobs are the same. Since she has more variety in her job, it doesn't feel like work. "Since in today's age it's easy to get wrapped up in work, it can get old. But with real estate, you may be doing the same thing but it's different clients and interactions so it's never the same thing twice."
New Agent, New Offerings
Aubrey highlights the advantages of being a new real estate agent in Utah. Because she doesn't have a family, understands technology, and has fresh, new ideas, she can hire a realtor. "I'm making sure that I'm here to help you with your real estate needs."
Interior decorators can bring a fresh, new look to your home! When you’re selling your house, you want that same bright and cheery environment to get your home sold at the best price. Listen in to discover how Renew Home can take your current floor plan and home design to a new level when staging your house for sale in Utah.
Meet Lori Moore with Equity Real Estate. "I am excited to help you Get Moving! "says Lori. If you are moving to Utah, your dream house, or downsizing, Lori can help. A Utah native, Lori understands the area. She considers her new clients as friends she hasn't met. With Lori, you can expect quality service and a high level of commitment.
With her first job in the real estate industry working inside a title company, Lori quickly realized she was on the "wrong side of the transaction." Her passion is being out among people, showing them, and finding her clients their forever home. However, her job with the title company did help her figure out what goes on behind-the-scenes with real estate transactions.
Kristen Sherlock isn’t a stranger to hard work. Growing up on a dairy farm in upstate New York as one of six girls, Kristen worked from sunrise past sundown daily to keep their family farm business prosperous. Discover how Kristen brings her past work ethic into her realty career, why this translates into bigger dollar amounts for her clients selling their home and tips on house hacking real estate in Utah.
With her number one focus being education Miriam Boss with Windermere Real Estate has gone viral with her Instagram reels. Her humor and knowledge make her a trusted source for her followers, and there is no wonder she has several reels getting over one million views.
Mark Ensign grew up in small town Perry, Utah. Coming from a strong, close-knit family, Mark decided to get into real estate after trying out his hand at management. Receiving his license in December 2020, Mark has been an agent for a year and has a position at Security Home Mortgage in Lehi.
Get involved, build your money and invest in real estate is Mark’s advice. If you can work hard and progress, then real estate is a great market or career to get into for you!
Looking for a woman to get your job done? Look no further than Kristen Smith. Kristen is a team leader for The Woman’s Council, which is an organization to support women in building. As a loan officer for Altius Mortgage in Utah, Kristen is dedicated to working with her clients to build their credit and help them to achieve a mortgage to purchase the home of their dreams.
She also was a part of the Nation’s First All Women Built Parade of Homes House in 2021. Kristen is a big proponent of getting more women into the trades and leading their own construction business.
Cesar Rodriguez is a realtor with Realtypath who is multilingual, serving the Hispanic community of Salt Lake and Park City purchase and sell their homes. Starting out with a realtor license in 2003 to help other immigrants coming to America purchase a home, he now services friends, family and a wide range of clients in Utah.
Cesar provides exceptional service to his clients in the Greater Salt Lake area. As a professional with experience in renovation and staging properties, he can maximize the value of your home sale and minimize home time on market. He finds properties that not only fits his clients’ needs but also have hidden value.
Cesar Rodriguez es un agente de bienes raíces con Realtypath Prestige, sirviendo a la comunidad hispana de Salt Lake, Utah County y Park City comprando y vendiendo sus casas. Con una experiencia de 8 años ayudando a otros inmigrantes que vienen a Estados Unidos a comprar una casa, ahora atiende a amigos, familiares y una amplia gama de clientes en Utah. Cesar brinda un servicio excepcional a sus clientes en el área de Greater Salt Lake. Como profesional con experiencia en propiedades de renovación,inversión, primeros compradores, segunda casa, casas para rentar, negocios comerciales etc, etc, Una de sus cualidades es encontrar esas propiedades con valor oculto y con su experiencia en remodelación de ambientes en casas y negocios te puede ayudar en lo que necesitas. Para vender, el te puede maximizar el valor de la venta de tu casa y minimizar el tiempo en el mercado ayudando a decorar y arreglar antes de salir a la venta. César es apasionado del fútbol, la comida internacional,deportes de invierno en su ciudad de Utah y la buena música. Puedes encontrarlo en Google como Realtor Latino, Facebook como Cesar Rodriguez Realtor Latino e Instagram en Linkedln.
If you’re looking for an excellent exterior designer, then you want to reach out to Stephanie Clark. She is an excellent choice for those who want to walk through the design process and find the look and feel they want to have for their home without the expense or wait of an architect. So listen in to discover how Stephanie can give you the design for the home of your dreams!
Stephanie takes the guesswork out of remodels with virtual exterior renderings. Her company, Stephanie Clark Exterior Design, helps clients with the decision-making process and confidence to make the final essential decisions.
Terri Julkunen with Keller Williams always knew she wanted to be a realtor. After two decades as a flight attendant she decided it was time to help people secure a house for their home.
Communication as a Cornerstone to Home Buying With Terri Julkunen
Terri Julkuen is a people person and enjoys helping people find their happy place. Born and raised in Utah, Terri is delighted to share her personal and professional knowledge with her customer base to ensure they find the right property for themselves and their family.
Meet Terri Julkunen
Whether her clients want to move out of state or to the next town, Terri wants to find the best new home for her clients. So she makes sure to work with her clients through the journey of home buying to find the home with the essential components they are looking for in their new house.
Communication is Key When Buying or Selling a Home in Utah
With her background working as a flight attendant for Jet Blue for 20 years, Terri understands that communication is vital when working with a group of people. She always asks her clients questions to better understand what type of home they are looking for and why they are looking for a new home in Utah.
When clients don’t know what they are looking for, Terri is quick to have a conversation to explore and find out more about her home buyers. She takes this experience as an opportunity to build relationships.
Take Limits off Your Home Buying Search
Terri says that home buyers should take limits off their home buying search because there are factors and places that may have what they want that they aren’t aware of. She enjoys taking them outside of their comfort zone with their home buyers to take a look so they can see if there are other options that they like for their home buy.
Destiny Batchelor with Keller Williams hooks the competition. She teaches boxing classes a few times a week when she is not showing houses. Not only does Destiny buy and sell homes for her clients, but she is also a lifelong resource for them. She wants to keep in contact with customers and offers her contact sphere and network to continue her relationship with her clients. Destiny wants to build trust in her relationships with her clients so they feel comfortable and can talk to her like a friend. Listen to discover how Destiny builds her business through client relationships and why trust is the fundamental cornerstone of her business.
When shopping for items online, consumers typically do research, sometimes for hours, on the best type of product or service to purchase. With a home, many people will walk through for 30 minutes and have to decide if that’s the home they want to buy and live in for years.
Rebecca Dulgarian has an interesting background as a life coach and interior designer, which helps her not only work with the home space they are buying, but she can also work with couples to get them on the same page when purchasing or selling their home.Rebecca is a new agent with Utah Key Real Estate and with her background she can easily walk through a home and see its potential for her home buyers.
Nathan Osmond has traveled the world training real estate investors on how to invest. He's shared the stage with United States Presidents, top business gurus, and even the "Sharks" from the hit television show, Shark Tank, He also trained the largest board of realtors in the nation (Long Island Board of Realtors, LIBOR) as their keynote speaker. Nathan now brings his Real Estate knowledge to his home state of Utah.Nathan's grandfather, George Osmond, founded Osmond Real Estate back in 1979 and Nathan has helped keep the family legacy alive. He's been called, "Utah's Favorite Loan Star" and when you work with him, you will see why.
Bryce Dellaripa is the youngest Realtor we have interviewed. At 19 years old is drive and quest for knowledge makes him a stunning agent.
We have the owners of Visible Edge Window Cleaning with us today in studio, Jon Diederich and Tanner Popp.
Knowing each other since high school, they decided to start a window-cleaning business. When they came home from their mission for The Church of Jesus Christ, they landed on window-cleaning because they wanted to work for themselves.
Bill is an agent at realty path in Sandy, Utah. He loves working with families and putting families into their first home. Bill understands how to market homes in Utah and is always willing to help families buy and sell the right home for them. His tagline is “Own and live your dreams,” is evident in how he represents his buyers and sellers.
Samantha Carson is with Stage 7 Design and specializes in home interior design. With her first project remodeling her mom’s kitchen at the age of 17, Samantha started working in interior design as a hobby with a close friend. Sam started professionally staging homes in 2013 when a realtor friend asked her to stage a home she was selling. Since then, Sam has been working professionally with realtors staging homes and creating interior designs for her clients.
Listen in to find tips and advice on staging your home (even if you have a small space), how Sam can help you with interior design in your new home, and how you can increase your commission by using professional staging in your client’s home.
In the past decade, Dan has sold over half a billion dollars in real estate. Dan has been in real estate for over twenty years and understands the ups and downs of selling homes in Utah.
When you’re selling your home, the advice Dan gives is that it’s not your home anymore; it’s someone else’s home. Dan recommends finishing any home projects that the seller has put off immediately to get the best price with a fast close. If there is a physical aspect of your home you’re unhappy with, most likely, a potential buyer would be unhappy, so make those changes ASAP.
Taylor Wright a loan officer with SecurityNational Mortgage Company joins us! Taylor is a local Utah resident and started at the age of 22 as a loan officer while studying at UVU. He gives his expertise and advice on efficiently running through the home loan process when purchasing a new home.
“I think people get really scared of walking into a bank and being sold on a house.” Taylor takes the educational approach with his clients and can teach them what to expect as a homeowner, and he suggests looking for a local expert that knows the area well when securing a home loan.
“Many people get caught up in a pipeline process and I like to step back and take time to teach them about the loan. Although this takes more time for the loan officer, I feel like you can create a smoother process, not just for the client, but for the entire transaction.” When the customer understands the costs and next steps, the process is less scary and more fluid.
As a successful real estate investor and consultant, a motivational speaker and the founder of a non-profit organization, Tiffany Barnes prides herself on always putting her ethics and morals first – in anything that she does. Tiffany has worked tirelessly to solely support herself since a very young age. She left an abusive home and was emancipated from her parents at only 15 years old. Throughout high school she worked three jobs to pay rent and support herself, all while excelling in school and ultimately receiving a full scholarship to the University of Utah.
Despite her difficult upbringing, Tiffany excelled in real estate, becoming a millionaire at just 28 years old. She has traveled the country for the last 18 years, training thousands of investors, sharing her expertise on lease options, creative funding and financing, fixer uppers and flips, as well as short term vacation rentals, including VRBO and Airbnb. Tiffany overcame so many personal obstacles to get where she is today. She explains, “I still live below my means because I do not equate money with success.” Armed with over sixteen years of experience in real estate and her ongoing passion for helping women break into a very male-dominated industry, Tiffany founded Level Up Wealth Academy.
Missy Hansen is spreading the word about Take Care TC. Which is a local company that focuses on offering services to local realtors in Utah. They help with transactions associated with buyers, listing, MLS, and assistance with open houses. “Depending on what the agent needs done, our services are customizable for the agents that we work with.”
In addition, Take Care TC provides writing offers, showing homes for agents when they aren’t available, and other services that realtors commonly need to be done. She also provides coaching and feedback for new realtors so they can accurately fill out paperwork. “We can keep realtors from losing a client or being turned into the board of realtors.”
We have Mike Metzger with us today in the studio. Mike is a financial advisor and owner of Lifepoint Financial Design. His background working with real estate agents and financial planning helps clients diversify their investments to have a holistic portfolio that encompasses many asset classes.
We have Melody Klein from Presidio Real Estate in the studio with us today! She decided to become a real estate professional in July of 2020 and prides herself with focusing on education for her clients.
Before real estate, Melody worked as a preschool teacher, which offered the flexibility needed to be there for her two young children. She didn’t compromise on missing out on her kids’ early lives, but with the pandemic challenging her school’s ability to stay open, Melody felt it was time to take the plunge. With support from her husband, Melody got the certifications she needed and made the shift to real estate.
We have Howard Eyre with Wasatch Group Real Estate in the studio today! When’s the best time to buy real estate? Howard says, “ten years ago, five years ago, twenty years ago--or today.” With steadily climbing prices and a hyper-competitive market, potential buyers are met with a lot of uncertainty. But Howard promises his clients that it’s possible now, and they may be surprised by what they already qualify for. It takes putting in the work to make home owning a reality.
Amanda Evans with Better Homes and Gardens RE Influence is passionate about educating sellers and buyers the best ways to navigate the market.
We have Sicilee Williams, a loan officer at Intercap Lending with us today. Sicilee specializes in working with self-employed clients looking to secure a loan for their homes. She feels that entrepreneurs are passionate and hard-working individuals and enjoys working with them. Although there’s a bit more planning to get a home loan when you’re self-employed, Sicilee has resources for her clients to prepare all the documents they need to apply for a home loan.
She recommends that consumers educate themselves on the home buying process. Many times self-employed business owners will reduce their net income to pay fewer taxes. However, this reduces their overall income, which puts them at a disadvantage for a home loan.
We have John Green in the studio with us to talk about building equity in your home and increasing your net worth when you purchase a home. He has been lending to homeowners and specializing in veteran loans for over a decade, so listen in on his advice to getting, paying for, and building equity in your home mortgage.