Real Talk in Real Estate: Recent Episodes
Linda Rea
Real Estate Experts Linda Rea & Paula Rea-Johnston of Real Estate One have built success with a commitment on seamless service. Our knowledge and expertise in listing properties, developing proactive marketing plans, and negotiating offers on behalf of our clients speak for themselves with a record of unparalleled customer satisfaction.Pioneers of the team concept in the real estate industry, the Linda Rea Team has established themselves as the experts in the Rochester, MI area market. Their continued dedication to constantly expand their skill sets and try new technologies and marketing methods benefits their clients. This has increased the demand for their services from Rochester, Rochester Hills, Oakland Township, Troy into Lake Orion, Clarkston, Shelby Township and Washington Township to name a few.The Linda Rea Team strongly believes in supporting the community we live and work in. They love to volunteer their time and energy to support local charities and organizations such as; The Festival of Trees, Big Bright Charity Ball, Rochester Community Schools, Notre Dame Preparatory School, The Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce, Arts and Apples, Forgotten Harvest, OPC and so many more.Whether you’re leasing, buying, or selling we would consider it a privilege to be of service. You can read our five star reviews on both Zillow and Trulia. Please contact the Linda Rea Team for a FREE consultation.
Real Estate Expert Linda Rea shares tips on solving the low housing inventory crisis when looking for your next home.
Linda Rea sits down with special guest Mark Sera with John Adams Mortgage to talk through the current interest rate and what's coming in the real estate market.
Welcome back to #TableTalkTuesday! Today we have guest Joe Bigelman - NMLS# 140064 John Adams Mortgage sharing how we can get you a lower interest rate on your new home.
Linda Rea and special guest Joe Bigelman from John Adams Mortgage answer the question: Is it still a great time to sell your home?
Linda Rea and Tom Rea discuss the difference between hiring just any agent or hiring a team of experienced, professional agents. Does it actually matter as long as you have a licensed agent? We think the answer is a resounding YES! But why? Listen to find out more...
Linda Rea & Paula Rea-Johnston help clarify whats happening in the local MI real estate market.
Paula Rea-Johnston and home inspector Bryan from Total House Inspection discuss what happens during a home inspection and why you NEED one!
Linda Rea and guest Dan Elsea, Co-President of Real Estate One, discuss what is currently happening in the housing market and what we can expect as we navigate the second half of 2022.
Linda Rea and guest, Hollie Gyarmati- professional stager, discuss the importance of prepping your home for sale. Do you need to fully stage your home? Or would a deep clean and declutter be a better option? Linda and Hollie have all the details and a special deal just for our clients! Take a listen and give us a call 248-709-3786
Paula Rea-Johnston and Linda Rea share the importance of building trust within the realtor community as well as with clients. Creating a reputation built on trust takes time and experience. This is why it will always matter who you choose as your agent! Yes the market is hot right now, but a trusted agent with experience and a proven track record will get you top dollar for your home. They won’t take the first offer because it’s $10k over, they’ll know to wait and take the offer that’s $70k more! They’ll also know when to take the offer that’s a bit lower because knowing the true value of a home is what they’re experts in!
Real Estate expert Linda Rea and Joe Bigelman, Branch Manager/ Residential Loan Officer at John Adams Mortgage Company, discuss what's happening with interest rates. Joe breaks down what's happening with the rates and what to expect in the near future.
On today's Real Talk in Real Estate, Linda Rea and Arizona real estate agent, MariaElena discuss living in Arizona! MariaElena just helped one of our sellers find a beautiful home in Arizona and she shares with us why living in AZ might be a perfect fit if looking for a winter home or a warm state to retire to.
On today's Table Talk we wrap up the final installment of VA Financing with real estate agent Bert Copple and John Adams Mortgage Loan Consultant, Joe Bigelman.
Bert Copple, realtor for The Linda Rea Team, and Joe Bigelman of John Adams Mortgage continue the conversation on VA loans. This episode discusses what first steps take place in the VA loan process.
Join Bert Copple of The Linda Rea Team and Joe Bigelman of John Adams Mortgage as they take an in-depth look at VA loans in this 3 part series.
Linda Rea introduces new team member, Bert Copple. Bert will be heading up our VA and Investment departments. He is a local business owner and investor as well as a retired U.S. Army veteran. His years of experience in both business and the military will benefit both buyers and sellers. Help us welcome Bert to The Linda Rea Team!
Today's episode of Real Talk moves away from real estate to focus on community and the importance of relationships within our homes, churches, and cities. Paula Rea-Johnston and guest, Christine Martin (pastor, speaker, & author) discuss the importance of having a roll within your community and how that might look for you. You leave an impression everywhere you go, it's up to you to decide what type you want to be remembered for!
Paula Rea-Johnston and guest, Jaymie- owner of Elevate Inspection Group, discuss the value of hiring a home inspector, having a pre-inspection completed prior to listing and more on today's episode of Real Talk!
Linda and Paula Rea speak with guest, Joe Bigelman, of John Adams Mortgage on today's episode of Real Talk. Joe brings a wealth of knowledge regarding the latest mortgage and financial news within the real estate market. He is also one of the Top Producers in Michigan and has over 20 years of experience in the home financing industry.
Paula Rea-Johnston discusses her career in real estate, what it takes to be a great agent, and why she's driven to succeed.
Linda & Paula Rea sit down with Real Estate Agent, Joe, from Naples, Florida. He shares what's happening in the local market and information on choosing the right location when moving to the Sunshine state!
Linda sits down with Florida real estate agent, Pete, discussing investment properties and rental opportunities in Central Florida. If you’ve been considering a rental property, vacation home, or permanent residence in Florida, we have the connections you’ll need!
Linda and Paula Rea sit down with guest agent, Kim, from sunny Florida! Kim is a Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES) Realtor that specializes in 55+ clientele. Her territory covers the entire Central Florida regions from Ocala to Kissimmee/Poinciana, including all active adult neighborhoods within this region of Central Florida, including Leesburg and Mt Dora. She refers to her communities as apples, to oranges, to bananas. No two are alike in size, age, amenities, HOA or CDD fees. She has a knack for breaking each one down and finding the perfect fit within your budget. Linda, Paula, and Kim share about the possibility of a vacation home in the sunshine state for a reprieve from the cold, Michigan winters or a what a permanant move would involve and how they can help!
Linda & Paula Rea, along with Vicki Rea-Miller, their Marketing Director, share a different perspective on today's episode. This is a more personal look into our lives where we share not only business, but also personal growth ideas and how we've grown over the years. We are looking forward to another NEW YEAR and are very excited to see what's accomplished in 2022!
Paula and Linda Rea take a look back at 2021 in real estate and what we can look forward to in 2022.
Linda Rea & Paula Rea-Johnston share updates on the SE Michigan real estate market during the colder months. Should you sell now that Winter is approaching or wait until Spring? They will answer this important question as well as share local Rochester, MI events coming up during the holidays.
Linda Rea and Paula Rea-Johnston welcome out-of-state powerhouse realtor, Amber Davis, from Red Oak Realty in northwest Ohio. They share there #1 tips for new agents and also some of of the biggest changes they've seen over the years. Amber also brings a different perspective due to her location and expertise in rural living.
Linda and Paula Rea welcome successful realtor, Kay Pearson. Kay shares how important having a mentor is when starting out as an agent. Her and Linda also give insight on ways to succeed as a longterm realtor.
Linda and Paula Rea invite Leslie Doran of Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel to share her story of success in an ever changing real estate market. Leslie shares her beginning years in the business and explains the importance of growing as an agent. She also talks about her take on marketing strategies and how thats changed over the past few years.
Linda and Paula Rea welcome power house branch manager/mortgage loan officer Brenda Brosnan of Cross Country Mortgage, LLC.
Linda and Paula Rea want you to know what's involved in our FREE home consultation. So many potential sellers have "listing paralysis" because they are overwhelmed with the thought of preparing their home for a sale. Linda and Paula want to give you clarity. They will answer the very important question, "WHERE DO I START?"
Linda, Paula, and Vicki share what our team is doing right NOW to help buyers and sellers. Are real estate agents even a necessity anymore when it comes to buying and selling? We answer that question and more in today's episode of Real Talk in Real Estate.
Linda and Paula Rea discuss the benefits of selling your home during the Fall season. They also share tips that will help you ready your home for the market and teach you to spend wisely to attain the highest profit for your home.
In today's episode Linda and Paula share about upcoming events happening in and around Rochester this Fall/Winter. Community is a top priority for The Linda Rea Team!
Linda Rea and guest, Darla Rowley of Impact Home Staging Experts, discuss the importance of staging your home prior to selling. You do not want to miss these TOP tips from the staging expert!
Linda sits down with Publisher Lisa Swiftney to discuss the ever changing field of marketing. Marketing has changed more than any other facet of business through the decades and Linda and Lisa are explaining why the right approach is of utmost importance in real estate today.
Linda Rea and her Executive Marketing Director, Vicki Rea-Miller, share about specialty department, Senior Living. In today's episode Linda explains the differing lifestyle phases of being a senior and valuable tips for guiding this type of move.
In today's podcast Linda Rea and Paula Rea-Johnston share tips for the first-time home buyer. Paula specializes in working with first-time home buyers and has a passion for helping them get it right the first time.
Co-President Dan Elsea of Real Estate One and Joe Bigelman of John Adams Mortgage sit down with Linda and Paula Rea to discuss whats happening in Real Estate and how we can help you unstick the market.
Special guest Johnna Struck, President of Changing Places in Oakland County MI. is sharing the value of hiring a moving company, the challenges of moving during C-19, and what to expect during the process.
Co-Presidents of Michigan's largest real estate company, Real Estate One, Dan & Stuart Elsea sit down with Linda, Paula, & Pete of the Linda Rea Team of Real Estate One and discuss what agents, especially, need to understand during the current real estate trends. Dan & Stuart also share the benefit to Michigan agents in working with their company and some of the exclusive programs they offer in the state that no other company is doing.
Linda & Paula sit down with Courtney from Aaron's Estate Sales and discuss why agents/clients might need the assistance of Courtney and her team when making a move/downsize/declutter.
Linda and Paula welcome Cindy from Blessed Assurance Home Inspection. Vital information for anyone considering a move and for ALL agents interested in giving their clients the best real estate experience when making their next move.
Real Estate experts Linda Rea & Paula Rea-Johnston welcome you to their first podcast episode.