Alice's Analysis by Alice Lema Broker: Recent Episodes
Alice Lema
Get your dose of real estate tips and analysis from Alice Lema, an experienced realtor serving Medford area who brings 19 years of solid experience in investment and ownership.
Interest rates are continuing to fluctuate, resulting in a slower-than-expected "rebound" of the local housing market. Alice discusses the factors & what to do as a buyer or seller.Alice Lema, Broker(541) 301-7980https://www.AliceLema.comJohn L. Scott Real Estate871 Medford Center, Medford OR 97504
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Alice discusses 5 things that may help you decide whether selling your home or renting it out makes more sense for your real estate goals.Alice Lema, Broker(541) 301-7980https://www.AliceLema.comJohn L. Scott Real Estate871 Medford Center, Medford OR 97504
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Alice gives 7 ideas for using home equity that can help you reach your ultimate lifestyle & real estate goals, including options for both buying and selling! Alice Lema, Broker(541) 301-7980https://www.AliceLema.comJohn L. Scott Real Estate871 Medford Center, Medford OR 97504
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New data from the National Association of Realtors is showing high numbers in December 2023 for pending sales, strengthening predictions for a more "normal" national housing market in 2024. Alice Lema, Broker(541) 301-7980https://www.AliceLema.comJohn L. Scott Real Estate871 Medford Center, Medford OR 97504
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Low inventory can make it challenging to sell your current home & buy a new one simultaneously. Alice's 4 strategies will help you get the best of both!Alice Lema, Broker(541) 301-7980https://www.AliceLema.comJohn L. Scott Real Estate871 Medford Center, Medford OR 97504
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Reduce your moving stress, whether buying or selling, with these 5 tips to consider before you close on your next real estate transaction! Alice Lema, Broker(541) 301-7980https://www.AliceLema.comJohn L. Scott Real Estate871 Medford Center, Medford OR 97504
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Some good news for the national housing market as experts predict approximately 30% more housing inventory to hit the market this upcoming year, based on recent economic data and sales trends. Alice explains how low inventory in our local Southern Oregon market has been slowing sales activity and limiting buyer's choices over the past several years, which makes these predictions a possible sign of normal market conditions returning. Alice Lema, Broker(541) 301-7980https://www.AliceLema.comJohn L. Scott Real Estate871 Medford Center, Medford OR 97504
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Alice looks at the average (median) days on market from the past several years as an indicator of overall housing market health. See what this means for both national numbers & our local Southern Oregon market.Alice Lema, Broker541-301-7980https://www.AliceLema.comJohn L. Scott Real Estate871 Medford Center,Medford OR 97504
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Alice takes a look at statewide housing data from the past 5 years in Oregon and goes over the market trends that have lead to where we are now, plus tips for local buying & selling in Q1 2024.
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The end of 2023 is upon us and showing the beginning of an upward trend in listing activity. Alice looks at the data & explains why these trends could continue into 2024 and what you might expect as buyers and sellers in Southern Oregon.
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Projections for wealth growth over the next 5 years is looking up for homeowners! Alice describes recent local & national data, showing how buyers who purchased a home in 2023 can expect steady appreciation over the next several years.
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Both national & local numbers are showing a slight increase in listing & selling activities this winter. Alice breaks it down and discusses the current predictions for 2024.
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Big life changes are frequently the motivation for moving, but you may be surprised just how many people are moving & for which reasons! Alice explains what this means for buyers and sellers.
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Buying & selling during the winter season can be a bit different than other times of year & Alice gives her tips to help you have a successful transaction.
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Price movement in 2023 has been up and down significantly across the nation, with most recent numbers leveling out to "normal" appreciation. Some of these changes are seasonal, especially in lifestyle destinations such as Southern Oregon, and Alice looks at past data as a basis for her predictions on where prices may be headed through the beginning of 2024.
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Chief Economist for the National Association of Realtors, Lawrence Yun, does not predict a crash anytime soon- in fact he is predicting a stable market with modest appreciation over the next 5 years! Plus Alice gives her tips for Southern Oregon sellers that are trying to decide whether to stay on the market through the holidays or not.
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Alice explains what is happening with the lawsuit against NAR & other big-name real estate companies, regarding who pays for buyer agency commissions. What will this mean for buyers and sellers in Southern Oregon? Stay tuned!
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Alice reviews a recent Redfin survey asking homeowners why they are choosing to move & what they are looking to buy next, PLUS her tips on how sellers can use this information to make their homes more attractive to today's buyers in Southern Oregon.
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In a report on the 2008 U.S. housing crisis, certain areas were hit the hardest by foreclosures. Alice goes over the numbers for those areas and compares them to today's foreclosure rates to give the data some historical context...on the episode of Alice's Analysis.
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A new report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows existing sale prices up 1.9% across the country. Alice tells us what this may indicate for the upcoming fall season in Southern Oregon ...on the episode of Alice's Analysis.
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U.S. housing experts just released their end of the year price forecasts for 2023 and they might surprise you! Alice takes you back to the data & predictions from December 2022, compares them to today's forecast, PLUS how this is expected to impact our local Southern Oregon housing market...on the episode of Alice's Analysis. Weekly episodes are now available on Amazon Music in the podcast section!
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Alice looks at the overall number of homes that have sold in Southern Oregon each year since 2019, breaking down the data by county as well as area totals & compares these numbers to where we are at so far in 2023...on this episode of Alice's Analysis. Weekly episodes are now available on Amazon Music in the podcast section!
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National numbers are showing overall home equity to be at a 4-year high. Alice explains what this means for you as a homeowner and what your options are to use that extra equity & create more value in your current home or purchase another property...on this episode of Alice's Analysis!Click here to view chart from ATTOM: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cJ8jl0lz1IzEzDO832IA93gD4K4XnHei/view?usp=sharingAlice Lema, Broker541-301-7980https://www.AliceLema.comJohn L. Scott Real Estate871 Medford Center,Medford Oregon 97504#homequity #realestate #realestatetrends #alicelemabroker #johnlscottrealestate #southernoregonrealestate #housingmarket2023
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Since 2021 the average residential prices in Southern Oregon have fluctuated, while consistently showing a gap between the listing prices and the sold prices. Alice describes the trends and where the market is now...on this episode of Alice's Analysis. Click here to view charts & graphs: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vfE5KKncEcSCrkrIb5UM7F_PeQ7xtqeb/view?usp=sharingAlice Lema, Broker541-301-7980https://www.AliceLema.comJohn L. Scott Real Estate871 Medford Center,Medford Oregon 97504#realestateprices #realestatetrends #alicelemabroker #johnlscottrealestate #southernoregonrealestate #housingmarket2023 #housingmarketupdate
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Charts with data from all three Southern Oregon counties are showing a disconnect between the listing price and the final sold price on properties that sold between June 2022 & June 2023. Alice explains the factors involved and how buyers and sellers can position themselves accordingly...on this week's episode of Alice's Analysis.
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National real estate data is showing a slight uptick in prices with trends pointing to a continued increase over the next few months. Alice advises that now may be a good time to buy if you are able to find the right property for your needs, despite the level of mortgage interest rates...on this week's episode of Alice's Analysis.
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Alice gives her predictions for the rest of 2023's housing market including inventory, pricing and tips for current buyers & sellers...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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Data from the last 50 years shows how multi-generational households in the U.S. have gone up and down in popularity. Now with more people than ever choosing to live this way, Alice explains the factors involved and how it may impact the real estate market...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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Looking at recent pricing trends for the national housing market, Alice makes predictions for our local area and where real estate prices are headed in the next half of 2023.
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Recent housing data is showing a return to normal levels in pricing and demand after the unusual "unicorn" market that occurred during and immediately after the pandemic shut down...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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Alice explains the wealth-building benefits and monetization options for both new and existing homeowners who are looking to make the most out of their property, including long-term and short-term ways to create more financial stability for you and your family...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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Alice explains what makes the VA loan program special compared to other types of mortgage loans, what the restrictions are and how to purchase a home using VA benefits...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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Alice breaks down what the current rates are, the actual difference in monthly mortgage payments that you might expect and the many factors that go into the final interest rate that you are eligible for on a mortgage loan...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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Alice reviews both local & national housing market data and gives predictions about where prices may be headed in Southern Oregon's three biggest counties which are Jackson County, Josephine County and Klamath Counties....on this episode of Alice's Analysis. No short sale or foreclosure sales in any of the three counties.
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Not sure what an inspection or appraisal might do for you in your real estate transaction? Alice breaks down the differences between the two reports and what they mean for buyers & sellers...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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With 72 Million people in the US alone, Millennials are influencing the real estate market more and more in recent years. Alice explains why they are entering the market and what motivates them...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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Alice explains why inspections are important for buyers, looks at some recent national data & goes over why she recommends that sellers do their inspections before listing...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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Recent reports from leading economists explain why many real estate markets are staying active and NOT seeing a crash in home prices. Alice goes over the local & national data for Spring 2023...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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Closing costs! Alice explains what they are, who the fees go to and how much you should plan to pay for them as a buyer or seller...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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Alice goes over recent data from KCM that suggests recent homebuyers may be $54k wealthier over the next 5 years, plus local stats for Jackson & Josephine counties...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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Inspection reports & doing repairs are a critical part of any real estate sale or purchase. Alice breaks down the process and gives 3 tips to buyers and sellers...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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Combining households into one multi-generational property can be helpful for providing caregiving, financial support and other benefits to your loved ones, but there are a few things to consider first! Alice gives her tips for buying a property that will meet everyone's needs...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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New data from Keeping Current Matters (KCM) shows that Oregon homeowners have gained more than 50% equity appreciation on average, over the past 5 years. Alice goes over the numbers for Southern Oregon and talks about the factors affecting our real estate market right now...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.Alice Lema, Broker541-301-7980www.AliceLema.comJohn L. Scott Real Estate871 Medford Center, Medford, Oregon 97504
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Mortgage loans are an essential part of the homebuying process for many of us and one of the main factors that will impact your loan is the down payment, but you may be surprised to hear how much the requirements vary. Alice breaks down some of the common loan options and what they require, on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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Alice gives us a market update as we start moving into the busy Spring season and takes a look at both current and previous years' foreclosure data to see if it indicates a potential crash in the housing market...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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Buying & selling real estate with the people that you love does not have to be difficult and if you prepare ahead of time, it can greatly benefit everyone involved. Alice breaks down 3 important considerations to help you & your loved ones navigate the process more easily...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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Many people are hesitant to list their home or agree to sell without having their next house already in contract. Alice describes a few options that you should consider for where to stay if you want to sell your home now, but don't have the next one ready to move into...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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Market conditions are coming together to make a favorable environment for selling your Southern Oregon house before Spring hits & Alice gives us 5 reasons why you should consider it...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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Price volatility has been high over the past 2 years, but is now starting to level-off as prices come off of those volatile highs. Alice looks at the data to see what national trends & local numbers are telling us about the year ahead in real estate markets...on this episode of Alice's Analysis!
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Alice reviews the most recent 2023 national market predictions made by leading economists and breaks down the data from Jackson & Josephine counties...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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2022 had big shifts in the real estate market. Alice summarizes the data and compares this year's numbers to what experts were forecasting this time last year in 2021...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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Southern Oregon real estate is in an economic "bubble" that tends to out-perform many other areas and trends across the nation, but why is that? Alice explains the factors involved and tells us the recent national & local data PLUS a secret celebrity reveal...on this episode of Alice's Analysis. Happy Holidays!
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As a tumultuous 2022 in the real estate market comes to a close, experts vary widely in their predictions of the 2023 US housing market. While high interest rates and inflation continue to impact home prices, consumers are left wondering what to expect in the new year. Alice describes the data and gives her predictions for Southern Oregon...in this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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Fresh data on both historical and forecasted home prices from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows that the US is NOT likely to have a housing crash in 2023. Alice breaks down the numbers and gives her own predictions for the Southern Oregon market...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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There are 3 things happening nationwide in the real estate market right now, as well as some local shifts in Southern Oregon, that make it a good time to buy, sell or both...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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Alice gives us the details on some recent big news & big names in the real estate industry including JP Morgan Chase Bank and Ellen DeGeneres...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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Dr. Lawrence Yun, NAR (National Association of Realtors) Chief Economist, presented data this week that shows there is STILL an inventory shortage throughout the US housing market. Alice discusses what this means for 2023 inventory & demand in our local Southern Oregon housing market...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
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Looking at national data from 2005-2022, the number of short sales & foreclosures has been low in recent years. Alice compares local Jackson & Josephine county data to see how Southern Oregon's real estate market is doing with appreciation, foreclosures and short sales in today's market...on this episode of Alice's Analysis!
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Alice takes a look at the interest rate levels over the last 60 years to see how this week's recent federal interest rate hike compares & gives advice to both buyers and sellers navigating today's market...on this episode of Alice's Analysis!
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The Millennial generation is the largest right now, with about 80 million people & they are becoming a huge force in the housing market. Alice looks at the data & examines how this group might be the key to keeping our housing market at healthy levels throughout the economic challenges we're currently experiencing in the United States...on this episode of Alice's Analysis!
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John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
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Demand in the real estate market is shifting and may be moving back toward levels not seen since before the pandemic. Alice looks at the data for both local counties & national trends...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
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More inventory in Southern Oregon means more buyers entering the market, but many of them have houses to sell and as a result there are more sellers willing to accept the contingent offers! National statistics are also showing some unexpected shifts in the age range of buyers...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
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Fall is a great time to buy & sell real estate all over the nation. Alice explains why this is also true for our local market and tells us all about an exciting new luxury listing in Southern Oregon...on this episode of Alice's Analysis!
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
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Alice explains how and why homeowners' net worth has increased, despite recent financial & economic instability throughout the nation...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
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Alice tells us why it may still be a good idea for you to list your home, despite market volatility & goes over the current year-to-date statistics for Southern Oregon counties...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
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Appraisals are shifting as the market shifts, with appreciation slowing and prices reducing. Alice tells us 5 things to do while buying & selling to be prepared for whatever happens during the appraisal process...on this episode of Alice's Analysis!
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
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Investors are approaching buyers & homeowners to "buy into" their real estate assets in exchange for a portion of the equity. Alice explains how this works, what the pros and cons are for everyone involved, and what to look for if it happens to you...on this episode of Alice's Analysis!
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
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Alice summarizes where the housing market is now that the summer 2022 season has ended and we are moving into fall. Similar to national housing trends, Southern Oregon's market is showing slower levels of appreciation than this time last year but no depreciation at this time...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
View Chart Here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/17n6DXfsC_TNvdfTPN5AjqCC_XVsncVi5/view?usp=sharing
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
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The housing shortage in Southern Oregon is creating opportunity as the market appears to be "leveling out" despite low sales and high interest rates. Alice explains why she thinks a moderate approach is best right now for both buyers and sellers...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
View Data Charts Here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vGoMSTwyoOQYvdIdEw48QepsBnR_mcyS/view?usp=sharing
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
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Alice gives us a summary of this week's housing market stats in Southern Oregon and takes a look at national numbers which are both showing some volatility as the market continues to adjust to recent economic events. Plus advice for local buyers & sellers...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
View Chart Here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1L0KrwQiAF97YwAnLGzLlcQAyBHp64C2T/view?usp=sharing
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
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Interesting new statistics were released this week by the Rogue Valley Association of Realtors on home prices now compared to this time last year and the past 5 years. Alice goes over the big changes in Southern Oregon's home prices and discusses trends that might be forming in the market right now...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
View RVAR Stats & Charts Here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1t6bHZOa2DU_fPz0t8JuWo5HZdIqgvZQE/view?usp=sharing
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
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A surprise dip in interest rates this week caught us all by surprise! Alice goes over the data PLUS predictions for what may be coming next...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
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Alice gives us a detailed market update with new info on recent buyer and seller behavior, plus advice for how to make your transaction go smoothly despite potentially difficult negotiations...on this episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center, Medford, Oregon 97504
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Alice goes over the recent listing & sales data for Jackson & Josephine County this week, plus tips for buyers and sellers navigating the market right now...in this 6.5 minute episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Ctr, Medford Oregon 97504
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Alice compares recent inventory and sales numbers with this time last year & discusses what the housing market is forecasted to look like over the next 6 months of 2022...on this 5 minute episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center, Medford, Oregon 97504
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Alice describes the findings of a recent study done by Gary Engelhardt for the Mortgage Bankers Association, regarding the large number of new listings that may be coming on the market and how this will affect buyers and sellers of all ages...on this 4 minute episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center, Medford, Oregon 97504
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We are officially in a recession now. Alice breaks down what this means for buyers, sellers & investors and explains why now is still a good time to buy PLUS predictions for housing prices over the next 5 years...on this informative 10 minute episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
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Nationally we are having the biggest surge of listings since 2017. Alice explains what this means & how Southern Oregon's housing market is keeping up with the national trends...on this 6 minute episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
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Alice explains the difference between "depreciation" and "deceleration" in the housing market & why this is important for buyers and sellers to understand right now as the Fed continues to raise interest rates and markets respond in S. Oregon and across the nation...on this 7.5 minute episode.
View Charts From www.KeepingCurrentMatters.com:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PfI1oZerUfqjCTwmkIroVubtNAApkBjM/view?usp=sharing
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
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Alice describes the recent quarterly statistics for Jackson & Josephine counties, making predictions and explaining the implications for Southern Oregon's housing market...on this 7 minute episode of Alice's Analysis.
View MLS Charts Here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-C1Bb5t_hsEIiEK-8EssyA3TrYwWd_Sv/view?usp=sharing
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
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Alice gives her take on the recent layoffs in the tech sector and how this could impact the buyer pool & overall housing market here in Southern Oregon...on this 6.5 minute episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
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Alice describes the many price reductions that occurred this past week, going into detail on what is prompting the sudden changes and how this will affect buyers & sellers in Southern Oregon...on this 7.5 minute episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
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Alice addresses the recent stock market downturn and how this may or may not affect the housing market, including if there is a recession coming, on this 3.5 minute episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Ctr,
Medford Oregon 97504
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Crypto home purchases just took a huge leap forward. Alice dissects the latest "crypto home buying events" in this 7.5 minute episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
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Alice discusses predictions for how home prices may or may not change in the coming years, as of May 2022, on this 3.5 minute episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
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Alice talks about the benefits of homeownership when inflation is high and the market is changing, on this 6.5 minute episode of Alice's Analysis.
Click to View Chart from KCM (www.KeepingCurrentMatters.com):
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EIXKPoa40PlGTBRv5mRsgj4N15j8ZBKH/view?usp=sharing
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
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Alice gives some advice to both buyers and sellers on how to navigate rising interest rates and a changing market, on this 9 minute episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Ctr,
Medford Oregon 97504
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Alice gives 4 things to consider if you are trying to decide whether or not to move in Spring 2022, on this 9 minute episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Ctr,
Medford Oregon 97504
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Alice tells us how rising interest rates may effect your buying & selling and gives 6 things to consider doing in response, on this 6 minute episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
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Alice tells us about some big news in the housing industry regarding home valuations that might mean the extinction of traditional appraisers...in this 5 minute episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford Oregon 97504
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Alice Lema explains a few of the predictions experts have for the Spring 2022 housing market that will help both buyers and sellers prepare for upcoming changes in pricing, inventory and mortgage rates...in this 6.5 minute episode of Alice's Analysis.
View "The Impact of Rising Rates on Home Prices" (Freddie Mac Chart): https://drive.google.com/file/d/17D7RZJc5XnGpZUSsy4NPtRbCZfr_sySX/view?usp=sharing
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford OR 97504
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Alice gives advice to buyers who missed out on their dream home, including 6 things that could help them be ready the next time that ideal property comes on the market...in this 8.5 minute episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford 97504
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Alice describes the most recent change in Oregon law that allows for buyers to send "Love Letters" to sellers in order to win the bid...in this 3.5 minute episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford Oregon 97504
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Alice gives 3 tips to help with your decision-making when buying or selling during times of crisis...in this 8 minute episode of Alice's Analysis.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.alicelema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Ctr,
Medford Oregon 97504
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Alice goes over 5 things to consider before you buy a multifamily/multi-unit property, including several different ways of doing it, rental options and how it might affect your mortgage...in this 10.5 minute episode.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Ctr,
Medford Oregon 97504
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Alice explains why buyer demand is high now in February 2022 and why it may be a bad idea for you to wait on selling your house, in this 5.5 minute episode of Alice's Analysis.
https://www.alicelema.com/blog/now-is-the-time-to-sell-your-home/
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Ctr,
Medford Oregon 97504
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Remote workers in Southern Oregon and other lower cost areas are moving from the expensive, crowded cities in droves & looking for certain things in their new home. Alice explains what these remote workers are wanting to buy and how sellers can plan ahead.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford 97504
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Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford 97504
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Alice explains what we can expect in terms of pricing for the year ahead & gives 4 tips on how to make the most out of the market opportunities whether you're buying, selling or investing in 2022.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center, Medford 97504
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Alice explains some of the interesting, practical and life-changing ways that homeowners are using their extra $50k-$100k in equity, as home values skyrocketed in Southern Oregon and across the nation over the past two years...in this 10 minute video.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford Oregon 97504
Alice tells us her big 3 predictions for next year's housing market here in Southern Oregon and what that means for local buyers & sellers...she also breaks down the many different projections from national housing experts for 2022, in this informative 11 minute video. You don't want to miss this one!
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford OR 97504
Alice discusses the "Analysis Paralysis" many of us experience in our real estate transactions and goes over 6 things that can help you stay focused on your main priorities throughout the process, in this 11 minute video.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
Alice goes over 5 things to help you plan ahead if you're single/unmarried and buying real estate on your own, from legal to logistical considerations, in this 7.5 minute video.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7890
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford Oregon 97504
Alice give us details on the current surge in winter home sales and 4 reasons why it might be happening, since home sales are typically low this time of year. Don't miss this 11 minute episode!
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford Oregon 97504
Why would you want to list your home over the holidays? Alice gives you the pros and cons of doing so.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
https://www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford Oregon 97504
Alice gives us four tips on how to decide if you should update or remodel your home before listing it for sale AND some insight into the buyer's mindset, in this 13 minute episode.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
ww.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
Alice gives 3 reasons why she believes there will NOT be a wave of foreclosures in the near future as well as insights into the current housing market here in Southern Oregon, where she thinks it will be headed next and how to make the most of it as a buyer or seller...in this 7 minute video.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
Alice goes over 5 things you can do if there is an elder in your life who needs to move, but has a tight budget...in this 9.5 minute video.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
Alice gives tips on what sellers and buyers can do when a property appraisal comes in lower than expected, in this 7.5 minute video.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
Alice explains some of the benefits to owning real estate and how it can help build wealth for you and your family, in this 6.5 minute video. How would you like to not have your housing expense go up continually? Lock in your "rent" by buying and having a fixed 30 year mortgage. Building equity can be easier than a savings account. You pay down the principal of your loan every month as well as have more equity when your house value increases.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford Oregon 97504
Has your property been "sitting" on the market for a while, with low interest from buyers? Alice explains why that might be & what you can do about it, in this 11 minute video.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
Some people shy away from buying in the fall, but this month might just be the BEST time for you to get a great deal on a new Oregon property! Alice tells us why, in this 5.5 minute video.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
If you are waiting to buy or sell your home until next year, Alice wants you to reconsider! Here are 3 big reasons NOT to wait, so that you don't lose out on thousands of $$…find out what those reasons are in this 6.5 minute video.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford Oregon 97504
Alice describes 4 things to look at in your current housing situation, that can help you make the big decision of whether it's time to move or stay....sometimes moving is the best thing for you and your family, and sometimes you can make a few simple changes to your current home to stay there longer! https://www.alicelema.com/blog/deciding-to-move-or-not-four-things-to-consider/
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
Alice gives her tips for buyers & sellers to take advantage of the sudden changes happening in the housing market due to Covid-19 spikes, and how this time is different from how the market reacted to last year's Covid-19 increases. There are opportunities for both buyers and sellers in the Southern Oregon market! Tenants beware - less rentals in the future. Check to see if it's possible for you to buy!
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center, Medford,
Oregon 97504
After more than 18 months of historic lows since the beginning of the pandemic, the Fed could decide to raise interest rates at any time & Alice wants YOU to be ready. With higher rates looming, Alice lists 5 ways for buyers and sellers to adjust accordingly...Don't get caught by surprise, watch this 11 minute video!
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center
Medford, Oregon 97504
Alice speaks one-on-one with Greg Addington, Director of Government Affairs at the Rogue Valley Association of Realtor, to get a better idea of how recent legislation will affect our local Real Estate market, including renters, landlords, buyers & sellers, in this 40 minute interview. What's going on with the eviction moratorium for tenants? What help is available to landlords, what is happening with affordable rentals and much more.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford, Oregon 97504
Garage conversions can be a great way to add space, value & more, but not every property is well-suited for it! Alice tells us everything we need to know before starting a garage conversion project, in this 11 minute video.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Ctr,
Medford Oregon 97504
Pets are part of the family and whether they have special needs or simply require a specific type of environment, you want to make sure they are as comfortable as possible in your new home! Alice describes 6 things to keep in mind for your animals when purchasing a new home, in this 8 minute episode.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center
Medford, Oregon 97504
Alice describes 5 effects that new construction may have on your neighborhood & your property, in this 8 minute video.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
https://www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Ctr,
Medford, Oregon 97504
When considering a new home purchase, many folks try to wait until a "buyer's market". Alice explains why NOW may be the best time to buy a new property and describes the 4 main reasons, in this 8 minute video.
Alice Lema, Broker
(541) 301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center
Medford, Oregon 97504
With the recent drought and fire conditions in Southern Oregon and throughout the West Coast, folks are trying to conserve water while still keeping their yard looking good. Alice describes 6 alternatives to lawn that you can put in your yard this summer--in this 6.5 minute video.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Ctr,
Medford, Oregon 97504
Alice explains how to successfully prepare for your own legal & physical caretaking in the event that you are incapacitated or deceased, in this 12 minute episode.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Ctr.
Medford, Oregon 97504
Alice describes the various types of properties that might not be financeable, why they may not be financeable and what your options are, in this 15 minute video.
Alice Lema, Broker
(541) 301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center
Medford, Oregon 97504
It's been a volatile year with lots of ups and downs....but what will be coming next? Alice describes 5 things to look for over the last six months of 2021 and what to expect in Southern Oregon's housing market.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford Oregon 97504
Alice describes 3 questions to ask yourself before buying a rehab property or taking on a construction/remodel project, in this 7 minute video.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford Oregon 97504
Many Southern Oregon homeowners have between $30k-$100k more equity now than they did before the pandemic last year! Alice describes 5 different ways to use this extra money effectively, in this 7 minute video.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford Oregon 97504
Alice Lema explains how you might be able to purchase a bigger or more expensive property, while still keeping the same monthly mortgage payment...in this 7 minute episode. She covers three counties in Southern Oregon - Jackson County, Josephine County and Klamath County.
Alice Lema, Broker
(541) 301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center
Medford, Oregon 97504
Alice gives her advice for buying & building on a country property, including the top 3 things to consider beforehand...in this 6.5 minute episode.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Center,
Medford Oregon 97504
Alice explains how to set yourself up for success in simultaneous transactions, where you are both selling your current property, moving & buying a new one at the same time. She has 5 tips to make this go as smoothly as possible, in this 13.5 minute episode.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Ctr,
Medford Oregon 97504
Alice describes 3 important tips for buyers and sellers who are in multiple offer situations and how to best navigate the transaction successfully, in this 14 minute episode.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Ctr,
Medford Oregon 97504
Alice explains how to buy real estate with one or more business partners the RIGHT way & what the benefits and challenges may be, whether you are partnering with family to buy residential properties or partnering with investors to buy commercial property...in this 11 minute episode.
Alice Lema, Broker
541-301-7980
www.AliceLema.com
John L. Scott Real Estate
871 Medford Ctr,
Medford Oregon 97504
Guest Kimberly London (Development Specialist for the City of Medford Building Department) joins Alice & Pete this week to talk about how they are operating during the pandemic, building permits & regulations for residential and commercial real estate within Medford and the amazing number of building projects that continue to come up.... in this full episode of The Real Estate Show. 4.21.21
Guest Mike Kerlinger, Broker John L. Scott Medford, joins Alice & Pete for this month's Market Watch discussion on how things are shifting in Jackson county & what to expect from the coming months, in this full episode of The Real Estate Show. 4.14.21
Mortgage interest rates have been as low as 2.25% for 30-year mortgages, but we are starting to see them rise slightly in today's high-demand, low inventory market. Guy Giles, Mutual of Omaha Mortgage, joins Alice & Pete for a discussion on what is the best type of loan a buyer needs to get in order to be successful when negotiating with sellers, in this full episode of The Real Estate Show! 4.7.2021
Cherish Tucker from Tucker Estate Sales joins Alice & Pete to discuss what you need to know when planning an estate sale. Tucker covers everything from the beginning meeting to the final sale, hear how items are priced and what sells and what doesn't sell well in today's changing estate sale market. 3.31.2021
Marty Easter, environmental health specialist with Oregon DEQ joins Alice & Pete for a discussion about septic systems and what both buyers and sellers need to know when purchasing land with a septic in place. We cover new installations, permitting, and fixing units, on this full episode of the Real Estate Show. 3.24.2021
Stan Jessups, Oregon Construction Contractors Board, joins Alice & Pete to discuss the construction industry in our state. Jessups explains what Oregon CCB does and how it operates as a consumer protection agency, as well as licensing requirements, issues and potential scams that the public should be aware of when hiring a contractor, and more...in this full episode of the Real Estate Show. 3.17.2021
Alice & Pete discuss the recent increase of new listings and other signs that the market may be in transition, on this week's full episode of the Real Estate Show. 3.10.2021
Mortgage Interest Rates have stabilized across the USA in recent weeks So what does that mean for buyers seeking pre-approval for a loan? Guy Giles of Mutual of Omaha Mortgage gives the latest update on rates and where they are for some buyers He also explains which loans, right now, are the ones most buyers are using and why. He joins in Pete Belcastro and Alice Lema for a lively discussion about the current Southern Oregon market and what the future may hold as the spring selling season in real estate is nearly upon us. Don't miss this episode for all you need to know about Southern Oregon Real Estate from full-time, and real-time Realtor professionals. 3.3.2021
Lora Hawk, Holton Creek Manufactured Home Sales, joins Alice & Pete for a discussion on the huge demand for Manufactured Homes as Southern Oregon's housing market continues to show lower than normal inventory, on this full episode of the Real Estate Show. 2.24.2021
Tina Grimes, Executive Director of the Rogue Valley Association of Realtors, joins Alice & Pete for a recap of activities since the devastating Almeda, Obenchain & other fires that destroyed thousands of homes last September. Grimes gives an update on how Realtors in the area are involved in the efforts to rebuild destroyed communities and more, on this full episode of the Real Estate Show with Alice Lema & Pete Belcastro. 2.17.2021
Southern Oregon is starting to see small signs of increased inventory, but is it enough to meet the enormous demand? Alice & Pete discuss how buyers & sellers can best position themselves for the coming market changes, on this full episode of the Real Estate Show. 2.10.2021
3 Reasons Why More Southern Oregon Houses Coming On Market Soon!!
February 2021: Alice give market update for the Southern Oregon real estate market & how it's expected to change in the coming months. Also tips for things you can do as a buyer or seller in Southern Oregon. Housing inventory low? Buyers don't despair as very likely more listings will becoming on the market soon. Alice details reasons more listings are likely. Sellers now is a good time to sell. And you will have more choices if you want to buy another home! Alice sells houses in Jackson, Josephine and Klamath Counties. This includes Medford, Ashland, Grants Pass and all the surrounding towns.
Alice Lema, Broker John L. Scott
(541) 301-7980 ~ www.AliceLema.com
How long will low mortgage interest rates continue to make housing more affordable for buyers everywhere? Guy Giles, Mutual of Omaha Mortgage, shares what the lending market is like as 2021 begins to thaw from winter sales. He joins Alice & Pete on this episode which explores various loan opportunities for buyers. Real-time real estate from real-time brokers and lenders who share their experiences in today’s ever-changing, competitive housing market where low inventory is causing a spike in pricing.
Historic low-interest rates are encouraging buyers to enter the housing market, while historic low inventory levels are making it hard to do. Real-time real estate experts Alice & Pete share experiences about current housing market conditions across Jackson, Josephine, and Klamath counties. Hear first hard reporting about buyers and sellers maneuvering through a housing market we have never seen before. Enjoy this episode which explores how the market can or could change in the coming weeks ahead.
How can we solve the low inventory problem we face in Southern Oregon Real Estate Markets? Medford’s Planning Director Matt Brinkley joins Alice & Pete on this week's episode to learn about upcoming development and incentives for homeowners including ADU incentives and the city's newly announced program for giving around $10,000 toward a new dwelling. Learn where the latest Medford development areas are taking place and the latest planning efforts across Jackson county to address housing shortages. This episode is presented by the Rogue Valley Association of Realtors. Real time real estate from real life brokers!
Southern Oregon’s Real Estate Market can be summed up easily as we enter 2021 — high demand, low inventory. In fact, as you’ll see in this week’s reports, we are at a critical stage with inventory levels in some price ranges at one week’s worth. It’s not that way overall but unless more homes are listed for sale, we’ll continue to see more people shut out of the market even though they are qualified to buy.
Last week’s stats show low listing levels. Jackson County has less than 250 residential frame built homes for sale. Low inventory is also one of the subjects on this week’s episode of Southern Oregon’s Real Estate Show. Guy Giles of Mutual of Omaha Mortgage joins Pete & Alice for a discussion about mortgage interest rates that are leaving many approved to buy but choice and variety of homes is so poor. Show airs KCMX AM 880, Saturday 10 am and Sunday 6 pm.
Southern Oregon Real Estate had a wild & unexpectedly good year in 2020. As we move into 2021, interest rates are still low and inventory across the Rogue Valley is going up, bringing much-needed options for buyers in the area. Alice provides some updates on the numbers as well as her business in this quick 7 minute listen!
Happy New Year! Overall 2020 was a pretty good year for Southern Oregon Real Estate--for both buyers and sellers! Interest rates are amazingly low and sellers are receiving nearly 100% of their asking price. Can it continue into 2021? That’s the question Alice &Pete discuss on this week's episode. Real time real estate predictions from two local Southern Oregon agents. See what 2021 may unfold for the market....Looks like it's not going to slow down anytime soon so be sure to keep up with the changes by tuning into our show each week!
We finally got through 2020! So what has been happening in our communities? Did equity increase for homeowners? Interest rates lowered throughout the year and 2020 was like no other real estate market we’ve experienced. Pete & Alice share their thoughts and recap what happened in the real estate world during 2020; Alice calls it a wave year, Pete calls it a change year. 2020 will go down as a driving force in the local economy as the pandemic shut things down around us. Hear what two real-time real estate brokers have to say about their experiences this past year.
Home inspections are used in most real estate transactions and they can make or break a sale. Learn all you need to know about home inspections from Travis Hand, owner of Rogue Inspection Services, on this episode of Southern Oregon’s Real Estate Show. Travis joins Alice & Pete for a wide-ranging discussion about what buyers and sellers need to know in relation to these and other inspections used in home sales. Real people with real stories from professional Southern Oregon brokers who experience this every day. You won’t think of home inspections the same way again after this episode!
The Market is Talking! The latest Southern Oregon MLS housing stats have been released and they tell us a lot about current market conditions. Pete & Alice tackle them all in this week’s episode. You’ll learn what is selling today, the latest interest rate info, as well as news for buyers, sellers, and investors about what to expect as winter selling begins. This is real-time real estate from two established professional realtors who share their experiences about the market and what is driving it. Low Interest rates and low inventory levels play a major role in how we buy and sell. You don’t want to miss a minute of this week's show!
If you think 2020 changed your life, wait until you hear from Jackson County Sheriff Nate Sickler on how wildfires, emergency planning, the pandemic, & decriminalization of most drugs has changed the way he sees law enforcement in the next few years. Sheriff Sickler joins Alice & Pete on this episode to share how these events might affect crime in our area and the potential effects of this on the real estate market. Guy Giles of Mutual of Omaha Mortgage also joins in with the latest mortgage rates buyers are receiving with good credit. Can rates drop below 2%? Hear what Guy thinks about that. Quite a show, be sure to tell your friends about it!
Southern Oregon lost several historic buildings during the recent Almeda, Obenchain & other wildfires. On this week’s episode, longtime local historic preservation specialist George Kramer joins Pete & Alice for a look at ways to preservice iconic buildings. There are opportunities for both homeowners and investors to take advantage of several incentives available today. We’ll get an update on historic preservation projects from Klamath Falls to Grants Pass as well as resources you might find helpful to get started, including www.restoreoregon.org. Don’t miss out on this compelling discussion about why historic preservation is more important then ever in our local communities.
We’re in the winter selling season, but this winter is like no other we’ve experienced in Southern Oregon’s Real Estate Market! In this episode, Pete & Alice share their Real-Time, Real Estate experiences with buyers and sellers as they maneuver through this high demand, low inventory housing market. Get the latest statistical information on what's selling, where and who is buying, and the latest market pandemic news. Up to date information that you won’t find anywhere else except on Southern Oregon’s Real Estate Show. Tune in and please share with your friends!
Housing issues across Oregon are not going away. Addressing these issues as well as the future of housing is an important part of the Oregon Association of Realtor’s mission. In this week’s episode, Pete & Alice speak with OAR legal counsel Jeremy Rogers about housing and other important issues facing buyers and sellers in Oregon. This episode will discuss affordability, legislative initiatives coming up, incentives for building alternative housing, building materials, and of course zoning for new construction. Don’t forget landlord-tenant laws have changed and the potential impact of the pandemic on housing issues is still being determined as the lockdowns continue. Don’t miss this informative program that will leave you wondering if housing will ever return to normal again!
Mortgage Interest rates (the "hot fuel" of our real estate market) didn’t budge since election day, meaning low rates may be here a while longer! Why is this so important? Guy Giles of Mutual of Omaha Mortgage joins Pete and Alice on this episode to explain the latest trends in mortgage lending that buyers need to know. Also, refinancing is increasing as homeowners rush to take advantage of historically low rates below 3%. Learn what types of loans buyers are securing in today’s market and hear real-life, everyday real estate stories from people who work locally here in Southern Oregon.
As a long-time local property appraiser, Danee Fry has seen just about every type of housing market. Yet she has never seen a market quite like our current one. It’s a market of pandemic driven sales, combined with low interest rates and now add in catastrophic wildfire destruction. So the question Pete Belcastro and Alice Lema put to Fry is: how do you appraise properties in this environment? The answers may surprise you! Join the Real Estate Show crew for a discussion on various ways appraisals are obtained and what they mean for each buyer and seller. This episode you’ll learn what goes into appraising properties so you can be prepared when buying or selling your own properties.
How does a community recover from a disaster? That’s the main question we put to Phoenix Mayor Chris Luz on this episode of Southern Oregon’s Real Estate Show. The Mayor shares his experience during the fire of Sept 8 and the efforts underway to begin the cleanup and recovery the community will need. Luz joins Pete Belcastro and Alice Lema as the discussion centers around ways to rebuild, how to clean up, where to build, what to build, how to contact former residents, how to make up lost revenue to the city, how will the business community emerge. Wow, it is mind-boggling to say the least which makes this show that much more interesting to watch.
Southern Oregon’s Real Estate Market remains at a pretty consistent level this past week with pending and closed sales remaining high. On this week’s episode, Pete Belcastro and Alice Lema concentrate on how buyers and sellers are maneuvering through this high-demand and low-inventory housing market. Get some of the latest strategies Pete and Alice use in supporting buyers and sellers as they seek new housing opportunities. We’ve never seen a real estate market like this before or may never again, so get the latest real estate news from two experienced Southern Oregon agents and their first-hand accounts of the current market.
Property tax statement are due out in a few weeks. Most everyone will see an increase in those taxes and most everyone will also see an increase in their Real Market Value. Jackson County Assessor Dave Arrasmith joins Pete Belcastro and Alice Lema for a wide ranging discussion about property taxes, valuation increases across the county and what happens to those properties destroyed in recent wildfires. We lost 3,300 structures recently. That will have an affect on government operations. Also hear what affected homeowners need to do to stop paying those taxes. Its our once-a-year property tax extravaganza episode with the county assessor for a round table that you don’t want to miss.
Are recent wildfires effecting Southern Oregon’s Real Estate Market? If so, what are the effects for buyers and sellers in the market? Pete Belcastro and Alice Lema are real time real estate agents working with buyers and sellers in this uncertain market where demand exceeded supply even before fires destroyed 3,300 homes. Pete and Alice share their personal experiences in advancing buyers and sellers interests during this uncertain time. Opportunities also exist in the market and hear what that means for you. Its a John L Scott Market Watch episode with information on real estate you won’t find anyplace else.
How will we respond to the loss of more than 3,200 housing units to wildfire? That question is among a wide variety of related topics on this edition of Southern Oregon’s Real Estate Show. Brad Bennington, CEO of Southern Oregon Builders Association talks about the challenges facing us just to rebuild lost inventory. He in end he tells Pete Belcastro and Alice Lema that expect it to take years to complete and our communities will not look as they did before. There are tens of thousands of cubic yards of contaminated debris that must be moved before any land is ready to build. This process will not be easy but we are up to the challenge as you’ll hear in this episode.
More than 2,500 homes have been lost to wildfires in Jackson and Klamath counties. The loss of housing on those affected will be felt for years to come as communities to rebuild. But how should we do that? How are Realtors responding to this crises and how will it effect the rest of Southern Oregon’s Real Estate Market? Tina Grimes, Executive Director of the Rogue Valley Association of Realtors, joins Pete Belcastro and Alice Lema on this episode that discusses the next steps forward. Also, hear about a new OAR grant for homeowners and renters who lost their homes. Receive $1000 in support from Realtors. As we begin to re-think how we re-build, don’t miss this show.
You know all about the fire situation in Southern Oregon and how it has disrupted life throughout our region. This episode of the Real Estate Show has Pete Belcastro and Alice Lema talking about their experiences from the fires and how we can respond to them when we begin to rebuild what is left. Join in and hear about personal tragedies, stories of survival and how we might reimagine building Phoenix and Talent housing and reduce fuels along the Bear Creek Greenway. A Real Estate Show like no other with so much changing around us.
One year ago mortgage interest rates hovered around 5%. Today those same rates have dropped to below 3% and that is driving a real estate market boom in Southern Oregon. Guy Giles, Mutual of Omaha Mortgage joins Pete Belcastro and Alice Lema for a discussion on how buyers and sellers can both take advantage of these rates. Buyers are now able to purchase a higher-priced property with current low rates. These home purchases make up more than half of weekly home sales above $350,000. Don't be left out of this amazing opportunity to purchase a home and change your life and an opportunity to create wealth for you and your family.
Coronavirus has prompted a lot of us to undertake home improvement projects around our homes. A question sure to arise is "when and what for do I need a building permit? We've got the answers on this episode when Kimberly London, Carol Wedman, and Sam Barnum of Medford's Community Services Department join Pete Belcastro and Alice Lema for a review of permitting and why it's important to follow the rules. Don't follow the permitting rules and it may come back to haunt you when trying to sell.
One week sales are up, and the next week sales are down. Same thing for pending sales and even new listings. What’s going on in our real estate market? Pete Belcastro and Alice Lema sort it all out on this episode. No one issue or item is driving this market. Its a combination of record-low interest rates, yes, 2.625%, and low inventory that is making this time unique in real estate history by creating both a buyers and seller’s market across the board in all price categories. Catch the personal real estate experiences with two active Southern Oregon brokers. Understand more of what buyers and sellers need to know.
Alice & Pete interview Design & Flooring Expert Jennifer Fleener of Lippert's Carpet, Medford, OR for the upcoming trends to look forward to in 2020.
Alice Lema, Broker - John L Scott 541-646-2507
Today we discuss the how it has been for people buying and selling during corona virus.
Mark Taylor Founder of Southern Oregon Hemp Coop makes surprise announcement on Happy Hemp Day Podcast with Alice Lema Broker John L Scott 541-301-7980 alicelema.com
The 2020 Real Estate market is just starting but there is already a bunch of new information, what is going on with the stock market? Is now the time to buy or rent? Are interest rates going to continue falling, or will they start to raise again? is now the time to buy or refinance? Find out Steve and I's Predictions and forecasts for the 2020 market.
Wild Fires have been a BIG issue for the last few years in southern Oregon these last few years. We have a Special Guest from the Oregon Forestry department on how we are going to prepare for fire season to make sure the valley doesn't fill with smoke for another year.
In this episode we cover how new home prices are being driven down due to the extremely low mortgage rates that are available and why that is happening. We have our home town mortgage expert Guy Giles on as this weeks guest to help us understand a little bit more.
In this episode we cover how selling your home in the winter can be used for your advantage. There are many reasons that an off season sale can actually work in your favor, less competition, buyers are more serious and looking to get into a home right away. We cover these issues and many more on the southern Oregon real estate show
Looking ahead to the 2020 Real Estate Market in Southern Oregon. We're joined by RVAR President Devin Zupan and SOMLS President Patrick Iler, who share their thoughts on current market conditions and future
In this episode of the Southern Oregon Real Estate Show we cover what Hemp farmers did in 2019 that is and isn't working for them and also our community. With new laws coming what seams like every week it is important to be informed and ahead of the curve in hemp cultivation. Watch Alice and Pete Joined by Mark Taylor the president of Southern Oregon Hemp Coalition as we cover issues like water rights, soil testing, THC Levels and more
There are so many factors when you are thinking about buying a house or property. Has it been inspected? is it city water or well water? is there any structural issues? We cover some key things you need to know before jumping to sign any paperwork.
Alice Lema and Pete Belcastro on the The Real Estate Show on News Media KCMX – 880 AM and on youtube with Guy Giles, Mortgage Director from Mutual of Omaha Mortgage and Dave Arrasmith, Jackson County assessor who talks about why this year is a good time to to take advantage of equity because the rates are a whole lot lower this year compared to the previous years and everything you need to know about property tax.
Alice Lema's second Market update episode where she talks about new statistics from MLS year-to-date September 2018 - September 2019 and the ups and downs on the marketplace.
Alice Lema and Pete Belcastro weekly talkshow invites Dave Hallett, an insurance agent, and talks more about Farmers Insurance
Deep dive conversation about Southern Oregon Real Estate - Learn why it is the best place in the world to live, the diversity in the employment, Jobs in different industries such as Real Estate, Farms, Shops, Government and the neighbourhood.
Pete Belcastro & Alice Lema talks to Sheriff Nate Sickler and Guy Giles Mutual of Omaha Mortgage about Updates on issues facing Owners, Latest Interest Rate Info.
Pete Belcastro & Alice Lema talks about real estate issues facing Jackson and Josephine counties; Buyers, Sellers, Renters, Investors. They also talk about the changing market conditions you need to know and the fundamentals of Buying and Selling a Home in 30 Days.
Pete Belcastro & Alice Lema welcome Simon Hare, former Josephine County Commissioner & Hemp Grower at "The Real Estate Show Oregon". In this episode, they talk about the fundamentals and the success of Hemp growing as a business and an investment.