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Realtor Ron Lyons takes you on a journey through the interesting world of real estate. Whether you are selling your home, buying a new one, investing in real estate or flipping homes, Ron educates you, shares his real life stories and makes you laugh along the way. Ron has a hard hitting, pull no punches way that you are sure to appreciate.
Greed can be found nearly everywhere and in nearly everything. But is this bad? Find out what Ron Lyons, Real Estate Pro thinks about the growing presence of greed in the real estate market. You may just be surprised by his thoughts.
In this episode, Ron Lyons talks about how he lost a real estate deal based on his personal politics. Was this a bad thing? Should you change who you are to accommodate others? Find out how Ron Lyons handled this situation.
People often wonder if they should buy or rent and usually that question is answered strictly from a financial perspective. In this episode, Ron Lyons takes us through 3 scenarios in order to help YOU discover the best choice for your situation.
Ron Lyons takes us on a very honest and personal journey that came about all because he decided to move into a new home in the country. Essentially Ron went from a sedentary desk jockey to doing hard work on his ranch and regained much of his lost health as a result. Ron Lyons is the "move to the country" specialist, but he never thought that making this move himself could have such a positive impact on his personal life.
History is unfolding everyday in this crazy, three days from listed to sold market. What can you expect as a seller or a buyer? Ron Lyons gives us his well experienced perspective on the current market!
In this episode, Real Estate Pro Ron Lyons tells us why some real estate agents aren't great at what they do. Is it laziness, lack of ambition or just a lack of skill? Find out now!
How is real estate in Carter Ranch (Celina, Texas) right now? Real estate pro Ron Lyons shares his bonus content update for the Carter Ranch addition in Celina, TX.
There are many ways to sell a home, but which one is the best? In this episode, Real Estate Pro Ron Lyons explains how to sell your home by leveraging it's strongest feature.
Theres basic, boring real estate, then there's my kind of real estate. In this episode, I take you on a little journey through my own home buying efforts where I represent MYSELF. Come along for the ride. It's a little crazy, but it's good!
Every home that goes on the market is unique and requires a different approach to prepping them for sale. In this episode, Ron Lyons takes us through three different homes he has listed and how each homeowner has successfully prepped the homes for sale. Where would your home fit into the mix? How would you prep your home? Listen and learn how you can beat the competition in your market.
As a real estate agent and Realtor, Ron Lyons has worked on many real estate deals. At times, when dealing with commercial real estate transactions, Ron has been called to handle the disposition of the building or property, however, the sale of the actual business is always best left up to the experts who handle mergers & acquisitions.
In this episode, Ron Lyons has guest Brad Kaufman, a merger and acquisition specialist from Nedrow Business Advisors. Ron and Brad talk all about the most important things a business owner should consider when selling a business. One example of an important consideration when selling a business is determining whether any of the current staff is going to stay employed after the sale. But, there are so many other considerations to keep in mind as well.
You are sure to like this episode as Ron and Brad take you though the most important considerations when selling a business. Be sure to share this great episode with your friends and don't forget to subscribe to The Ron Lyons Real Estate Show so that you will always get the latest episodes delivered right to your phone!
Real estate agents are a dime a dozen these days and everyone knows at least two of us. The sad fact is, many real estate agents aren't awesome. Don't get me wrong, there are some really amazing agents out there, but, you should know how to tell them apart.
In this episode, Ron Lyons comes back for season 2 and punches straightaway with a hard hitting reality: 7 Reasons Your Real Estate Agent Isn't Awesome. Ron goes in deep with details on how agents are changing the profession and what you can do to protect yourself from losing money in the process.
Grab a coffee or connect with Ron Lyons on your way to work. You'll be entertained and a little smarter at the end of each of his shows.
If you would like to contact Ron, reach him at Ron@FriscoRealEstate.net or on Twitter @RealtorRonLyons
How much do you love coffee? People around the world consume coffee by the multiples of gallons per year. In this episode, Ron Lyons takes a fun look at coffee and shares some interesting facts about it.
It's that time of year when we all hear stories about burst pipes and big insurance claims. In this episode, Ron Lyons tells us what we should do to get our home ready for the freezing weather.
Changing our perspective on this traditional holiday can make the day so much better than the usual grind and hustle in the kitchen. In this episode, Ron Lyons explains how we can change our perspective and have a Thanksgiving to remember.
In life, we never get a second chance to make a first impression. This holds true not only with with life, but also with real estate. In this episode, Ron teaches us all about making a good first impression, both in life and when your home is for sale.
There are many things that agents can do to really stand out, but there are just some things that all agents should do. But do they? In this episode, Ron Lyons tells us one thing that all agents should always do for you.
It's always about more than bricks and mortar. It's about improving your life through real estate. In this episode, Ron Lyons tells us what we need to build in our homes to improve our lives significantly.
There are hot selling seasons and not so hot selling seasons. The question is, should you sell during the winter months? Or are you at a disadvantage? In this episode, Ron Lyons answers the question of whether or not you can sell a home in the winter.
After 12 years as a law officer, Ron Lyons learned a few things about crime prevention for your home. In this episode, Ron Lyons teaches us what we should and should not do to protect our homes from crime.
Remember when grandma had copper in her kitchen? Well, guess what, she was ahead of her time. Copper is making a comeback in modern kitchens. In this episode Ron Lyons talks about how to incorporate copper into your own home.
Find out how fast homes are selling, what they are selling for and what's keeping some from selling at all. In this episode, Ron Lyons brings us up to date on Carter Ranch.
In life, storms come in all shapes and sizes and threaten to take away the most important things we have. In this episode, Ron Lyons tells us about taking care of the very things we love the most, but may take for granted.
People are always in pursuit of the almighty dollar, but is that really the most important thing? In this episode, Ron Lyons tells us how value can be found in more places than the bottom line of a closing statement.
Find out what homes are selling for, how long they are on the market and what you can do to be ahead of the game.
Upgrades come in many shapes and sizes. Somewhere less than a remodel but more than rearranging furniture is the "superficial upgrade". In this episode, Ron Lyons explains how we can add true fun, enjoyment and value to our home, without spending too much money.
These days we tend to live from car door to front door, never really knowing who we live with in our communities. In this episode, Ron Lyons provides some insight into the Indian American culture.
Most people base the decision to sell on numbers alone. However, there is so much more to it. In this episode, Ron Lyons tells us how to know when its time to let go if your home.
There are advantages and disadvantages to listing with a team. Sure, the postcard lures you in, but do you know what happens after you agree to join the herd? In this episode, Ron Lyons tells us what to look out for when deciding to hire a team to sell your home.
There are many things that can make a real estate agent stand out from the herd of thousands, but what are those things? In this episode, Ron Lyons tells us what the 5 things are that makes an agent better than the rest.
To celebrate our 50th episode, we did a behind the scenes video as we recorded "How To Help Your Agent Sell Your Home". Take a quick look at how Ron Lyons records in the late night hours and while you're at it, learn how to help your agent sell your house!
One of the latest trends is paying a flat fee instead of a commission to sell your home. But, is it the best deal for you? In this episode, Ron Lyons explains how flat fee deals usually work and what to expect.
Two terms that are often used but sometimes misunderstood are "option fees" and "earnest money". In this episode, Ron Lyons explains the difference between the two and why they are important to you.
Good sleep can be very elusive that some people have given up on even trying to sleep better. In this episode, Ron Lyons teaches us how to improve our environment and welcome better sleep.
The economy is flying high, the markets have been super strong, so why are preowned home sales down? The answer may surprise you. In this episode, Ron Lyons explains why preowned home sales are on a downward trend.
We add splashes of color, we add designer touches, why not add music to make your home everything you want it to be? In this episode Ron Lyons shows us how music can be better than adding art to your walls.
We add certain colors and elements to make a home perfect, however we allow cell phones to steal our time, often without realizing it. In this episode, Ron Lyons tackles a tough subject: cell phone addiction and steps to beat it.
We all have it, clutter, background noise and the like. All too often this "life clutter" keeps us from living the life we want and deserve. In this episode, Ron Lyons helps us get started with de-cluttering our life!
July 4th represents freedom, but what do we do with our freedom? In this episode, Ron Lyons explains how we have the freedom to make our life anything we want it to be whether we choose to or not.
Back in the not so distant past, neighbors knew neighbors and the world was better for it. In this episode, Ron Lyons explains how we too can become good neighbors and make our neighborhoods better, safer places to live.
There are many who say that living with less is actually living with more. In this episode, Ron Lyons tells us how to incorporate a minimal amount of minimalism to help improve our lives.
What's the real estate market look like from someone in the title company business? In this episode, Ron Lyons chats with Maryam Solis from Chicago Title in Dallas about how the real estate world looks from her side of the table.
Is your home "palatial" or maybe "exquisite"? How about "Glorious"? Well, apparently many homes out there are! In this episode, Ron Lyons takes a humorous look at the most overused real estate terms of 2018.
Many of us take care of ourselves through diet and exercise, but do you take care of your health within your home? In this episode, Ron Lyons tells us how to make our homes healthier and safer places to live.
There is a new trend in light bulbs for the home. In this episode, Ron Lyons tells us why we should use LED bulbs sooner rather than later.
Everyone needs a place to escape. Men, women and even children. In this episode, Ron Lyons explores why our own spaces are important and what goes into making a good man cave.
There are many products on the market that can make your home a safer place. In this episode, Ron Lyons reviews the Ring Video Doorbell 2 and tells us if it is a good choice for you.
If you are going to do life in your home, it needs to be a safe place. In this episode, Ron Lyons, a former police officer, shares some tips for keeping your home safer from crime.
In this special edition episode, Ron Lyons talks about several upcoming events in Celina as well as giving his perspective of exactly what's going on in Carter Ranch with sales and pricing. There is an interesting phenomenon taking place, but why?
Ron Lyons goal is to use real estate to improve your quality of life. In this episode, Ron Lyons tells us what you can do to your home to make it happier, and therefore, make YOU happier.
There are many different theories about flipping homes vs. holding and renting them. In this episode Ron Lyons tells us how to make money as a hybrid investor, both flipping and holding properties.
Whether buying a donut or a house, there is a seller and a person being sold. In this episode, Ron Lyons explains how hiring the right agent is like hiring a prize fighter to represent you in the real estate ring.
There are many things that make a real estate agent really effective at their jobs. In this episode Ron Lyons tells us why a Realtor's intuition is very important.
All of the app based real estate platforms can provide a home value, but, are they accurate? In this episode Ron Lyons tells us why real estate apps aren't always accurate with values.
Open houses have been a part of the fabric of real estate sales for many years but are they important today? In this episode, Ron Lyons explains why open houses are very important.
Many people own houses, but how many of them are "homes"? In this episode, Ron Lyons helps us learn to make a house into something more valuable, a home.
There are many important components to a real estate transaction and one of them is the pre-qualification letter. In this episode, Ron Lyons explains what a pre-qualification letter is and why it's important for you!
Trends change as often as the weather does, however sometimes the trends change in a unique way. In this episode, Ron Lyons details how black can be used as a bold, new interior color.
Buying and selling homes is by nature, a stressful ordeal. The good news is that it doesn't have to be. In this episode, Ron Lyons tells us how to reduce stress when buying or selling a home.
Deciding to buy or sale a home is hard for people who don't do it every day. In this episode, Ron Lyons teaches us how what mindset will help us make it through buying or selling a home.
Buying a home is a daunting process fora first time homebuyer. In this episode, Ron Lyons explains what mistakes first time homebuyers make and how to avoid them.
It's easy to get caught up in the fun of house hunting, but, there are things to consider. In this episode, Ron Lyons tells us what to consider before moving to a new area.
There are many companies out there that offer to buy your home outright with no repairs, no hassle and a fair price. In this episode, Ron Lyons shows us how many of those upfront offer real estate deals really work out.
Most people invest money in carpet, paint, or other aesthetic elements when selling their home because they want to add value. But, do these things really work? In this episode Ron Lyons explains how to add value to a home when you are selling.
There are many great things that we get when moving into a new or different house. Sometimes it more space, perhaps it's just being closer to work or shopping. In this episode, Ron Lyons explains that it's so much more than what you may think, it's an opportunity to start over!
When shopping for a new home, we invest money, time and so much more. There is one thing, however, that you should not invest. In this episode Ron Lyons takes us through the mindset of purchasing a home and how to avoid a bad investment.
There are many terms in real estate that are confusing, but they don't have to be. Some of those terms are known as "option period" and "option fee". In this episode, Ron Lyons explains the term "option period" and how it may affect us in real estate transactions.
There are many things that can go wrong in a real estate transaction from financing failures to inspection issues, but that's not the most likely scenario. In this episode Ron Lyons teaches us to not let ego ruing an otherwise good real estate deal.
There are usually obstacles to buying the home of your dreams and some people let those obstacles destroy their dreams. Ron Lyons has a different perspective though. In this episode, Ron Lyons explains how we can make a promise to ourselves to pursue our dreams and then follow through.
What does a real estate agent sell you? Bricks, mortar, square footage? Maybe you think you are buying beautiful hardwood floors and special paint colors. But are you? In this episode Ron Lyons shows us that you are always buying more than just bricks and mortar.
It happens all too often. You find a home before you have a real estate agent or Realtor; but, the seller has one. Do you proceed? How dangerous is this? In this episode, Ron Lyons shares a real life story that underscores the fact that you should not buy a home alone!
The most common statistic thrown around is about the amount of money you will potentially lose when you try to sell your own home. But, there are many other reasons not to handle the sale of your home on your own. In this episode, Ron Lyons shares reasons that selling your own home is a really bad idea.
Everyone knows that you should use a Realtor when purchasing a pre-owned home, but should you use a Realtor when buying from a builder? In this episode Ron Lyons explains the great advantage you gain when using a Realtor to buy a home from a builder.
If you watch all the cable shows you might think that the only way to make money in real estate is to flip homes. In this episode, Ron Lyons shows us another path to gaining wealth in real estate. It may not be popular, but it is fun and surprisingly easy!
Everyone complains about how high real estate commissions are, except real estate agents. In this episode Ron Lyons provides some real insight into the commission structure and why they are very different than what you may think!
There are many ways to sell a home, many of them not very effective. In this episode Ron Lyons shares his unique concept of "creating an experience" with your potential homebuyers. In a word, it's more than just listing your home for sale, it's all about creating an experience!
Is the best time to sell your house based simply on when you will get the most money for it? Nope. Not to Ron Lyons. In this episode, Ron shares his unique way of considering when you should sell your house. His approach may surprise you.
Most of us think our own homes are worth more than they really are and that everyone else is crazy for what they think their home is worth. In this episode, Ron Lyons brings a sense of reality and proper perspective to the situation in his normal, hard hitting way. The bottom line: know what you are really selling when you put your home on the market.
Choosing a real estate agent can be more challenging than planning a trip to Disney World without using the internet. In this episode, Ron Lyons shares some real world stories and helps you navigate this really important step in the home selling & buying process. In a word, you should know who you are hiring before you sign any agreements!