Real Estate With Soul, The Podcast

186: September Market Trends: What’s Happening in LA & Orange County Real Estate
Lauryn Creager Lauryn Creager

186: September Market Trends: What’s Happening in LA & Orange County Real Estate

This month, we're diving into the unique trends shaping the real estate market across Los Angeles and Orange County. From fluctuating home prices to shifts in buyer demand, we’ll explore how these changes are impacting both counties. We'll talk about inventory levels, the impact of interest rates, and neighborhood hot spots to watch. Whether you're looking to buy, sell, or just stay informed, this episode will help you navigate the LA and OC real estate landscape as we move into fall.

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185: Understanding Tenant Rights: How to Sell Your Rental the Right Way
Lauryn Creager Lauryn Creager

185: Understanding Tenant Rights: How to Sell Your Rental the Right Way

we dive into the crucial steps of selling a rental property while respecting tenant rights. We discuss the importance of understanding tenant protections, the proper legal process for giving notice, and how to navigate the pros and cons of selling a property with active tenants. Whether you're an investor or a landlord, this episode will help you make informed decisions, ensuring a smooth transaction and avoiding potential pitfalls. Tune in to Episode 185 for expert advice and tips to ensure you handle this process the right way!

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184: The Final Steps: Closing the Deal and Beyond – Why Your REALTOR® is Worth Every Penny
Lauryn Creager Lauryn Creager

184: The Final Steps: Closing the Deal and Beyond – Why Your REALTOR® is Worth Every Penny

In the final episode of our series on The Real Value of a REALTOR®, we explore the last few steps of the inspections and appraisals but go through the crucial steps involved in the closing process and what happens after the sale is finalized. From scheduling the final walk-through with the buyer to ensuring that all forms and documents are updated and filed, REALTORS® are there to guide their clients through the finish line. There’s so much more to closing than meets the eye, and this episode highlights why having a trusted REALTOR® is invaluable during this phase. Don't miss out—listen now and discover the value of your realtor!

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183: The Real Value of a REALTOR® Money in the Bank with Navigating Offers & Negotiations- Part 6
Lauryn Creager Lauryn Creager

183: The Real Value of a REALTOR® Money in the Bank with Navigating Offers & Negotiations- Part 6

In this episode; part 6 in our series of The Real Value of a Realtor®, we go beyond the numbers and dive into the offer process from receiving offers to accepting one. It’s not just about picking the highest bid but about evaluating all aspects of an offer. Learn how a skilled realtor can help you compare offers, negotiate the best terms, and guide you through the ability to make an informed decision, the complexities of contract acceptance and the inspection periods. Whether you're a seller trying to choose the right offer or a buyer making your best bid, this episode provides quick and valuable insights on how to navigate this crucial stage in real estate transactions but also shares why your realtor is worth every penny! Don't miss out on this series. Tune in to learn why having a knowledgeable agent on your side is invaluable when it comes to securing money in the bank!

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182: The Real Value of a REALTOR®: Key Listing Appointment Tasks That Help Sell Your Home – Part 5
Lauryn Creager Lauryn Creager

182: The Real Value of a REALTOR®: Key Listing Appointment Tasks That Help Sell Your Home – Part 5

In this episode and part 5 of our series, we continue diving into why hiring a real estate agent is crucial when selling your home. During the listing appointment presentation, your agent takes care of key tasks that can make or break a sale. From capturing high-quality photos ( or hiring a professional team ) for online listings and marketing materials to regularly reviewing comparable listings. Your agent ensures your property remains competitive in the market. Your agent will also stay on top of pricing changes and promptly update all relevant platforms and groups. Plus, they'll keep you in the loop with feedback from showings to assess if adjustments are needed. Tune in to learn so much more about the invaluable work an agent does to keep your home sale on track!

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180: The Real Value of a REALTOR® Why You Would Want to Hire A Real Estate Agent to Sell Your Home - Part 3
Lauryn Creager Lauryn Creager

180: The Real Value of a REALTOR® Why You Would Want to Hire A Real Estate Agent to Sell Your Home - Part 3

Today in episode 180 we continue with part 3 in our series of The Real Value of a Realtor. We will cover the extensive process a REALTOR® takes when helping you sell your home. From researching comparable properties to preparing a detailed Comparable Market Analysis (CMA), and reviewing the listing appointment checklist to ensure every step is complete, there's so much more to selling a home than meets the eye. We also discuss how agents prepare showing instructions, present the CMA to sellers, and coordinate showings—this is just a glimpse of their value! Tune into the full episode!

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179: The Real Value of a REALTOR® Why You Would Want to Hire A Real Estate Agent - Part 2
Lauryn Creager Lauryn Creager

179: The Real Value of a REALTOR® Why You Would Want to Hire A Real Estate Agent - Part 2

In episode 179, part 2 of our series

The Real Value of a REALTOR®

- we go over many reasons why hiring a real estate agent can make all the difference in your buying or selling experience. From preparing buyers to craft the most attractive offers in today’s competitive market to ensuring a smooth transition of utilities, confirming the clear-to-close with lenders, and explaining the ins and outs of title insurance—these are just a few of the many ways a skilled agent can simplify and safeguard your journey. Tune in to discover why working with a real estate professional is not just a good idea, but a game-changer in today’s real estate landscape and could be your key to winning, whether buying or selling.

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178: The Real Value of a REALTOR®: 179 Ways They Work for You Part 1
Lauryn Creager Lauryn Creager

178: The Real Value of a REALTOR®: 179 Ways They Work for You Part 1

In this episode, we go into the countless ways a REALTOR® goes above and beyond to ensure a smooth and successful home buying or selling experience. From the big tasks to the small details, we break down the 179 essential services and expert touches that make REALTORS® invaluable to their clients. Whether you're buying or selling, tune in to understand why a skilled REALTOR® is worth every penny of their compensation.

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177: July Market Update: Real Estate Trends Across LA, San Bernardino, Orange, and Riverside Counties
Lauryn Creager Lauryn Creager

177: July Market Update: Real Estate Trends Across LA, San Bernardino, Orange, and Riverside Counties

In episode 177, Tune in for the latest insights on the July real estate market trends in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Orange, and Riverside Counties. We break down key statistics, including average days on the market, list prices, and property values, to help you navigate the current market dynamics in Southern California. Whether you're buying or selling, this episode will keep you informed on what to expect in these diverse counties.

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138: A Buyer’s Agent Reality in Real Estate
Amanda Holland Amanda Holland

138: A Buyer’s Agent Reality in Real Estate

Lori and Amy are back at it with a great conversation about a Buyer’s agent reality in the real estate world. If there is one word to describe a buyer’s agent it would be availability. Buyers agents get to make homeownership dreams come true and Amy Cruz is one of Real Estate Resolved very own buyers agents. Today’s episode she gets to share what it means to her and how she is successful at what she does..

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137: The Cost Of Waiting In Real Estate
Amanda Holland Amanda Holland

137: The Cost Of Waiting In Real Estate

We had the pleasure of having a very special guest on the Real Estate with Soul podcast today. Eric Paul is not new to the real estate world and shares some pretty insightful perspective on investing in real estate in today’s market. We have been talking quite a bit about the market we are in and this is just the cherry on top. Something to really think about, there is NO reason NOT to buy right now. You’ll have to tune in to hear why.

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136: Real Estate News For You
Amanda Holland Amanda Holland

136: Real Estate News For You

We have a great episode for you today! Amy and Lori are talking about the real estate news for you and all the interesting things currently happening today. One hot topic going around is the 10 slowest markets today. Not a huge surprise that California was not on this list, but did your state make it? Or could it be a place you might be interested in some property investments. Tune in for some tips and some real estate news

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135: Home Maintenance Tips for All Homeowners
Amanda Holland Amanda Holland

135: Home Maintenance Tips for All Homeowners

Home starts with you and so does maintenance! There is an overwhelming amount of tasks and things to keep up with as a homeowner. So on today’s episode Lori shares her tips on the really important home maintenance tasks that we all need to be practicing. Are you keeping up with some of these home maintenance projects?

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134: All Things in the Real Estate Market Today 
Amanda Holland Amanda Holland

134: All Things in the Real Estate Market Today 

What is the ONE thing that can’t be changed in the real estate market? The purchase price! Right now the market is still pretty crazy but not impossible. So whether you are thinking about it, currently leasing, selling or buying, join Lori and Amy and the conversation about this crazy real estate market and that there is hope if you’re getting ready to jump in.

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106: Is The Price Right
Amanda Holland Amanda Holland

106: Is The Price Right

“ COME OOON DOWN!! “

Well… This may not be a show where you win lots of money… but hear this out because today’s episode talks ALL about that money…

Have you ever wondered about why pricing is so important. Today Lori & Amy go over all about pricing, pricing and more pricing wanna know why?! WELL BECAUSE OF THE CURRENT MARKET WE'RE IN!!! If you wanna learn more about why you might need to adjust your price listen to this podcast we go over all that and more.

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104: Having Buyer Or Seller Remorse
Amanda Holland Amanda Holland

104: Having Buyer Or Seller Remorse

Have you ever heard about buyer's remorse or seller's remorse?! Do you know what it is or do you want to know! Well, today we’re diving in and talking about how not to get sellers or buyer's remorse and some steps you can take from stressing yourself out. Lori & Amy both go into depth about when they bought their home and some of the remorse they may or may not have had after acquiring their property.

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