Real Estate With Soul, The Podcast
Episode 25: Setting Goals as A Family with Casey Cox
Are you looking to set goals as a Family? How are you working on passing your core values to your children? Casey Cox, Holistic Health and Wellness Coach, shares some simple and practical strategies and that he's been doing in his own family for almost 10 years. And drops some great wisdom on how to honor each individual's goals and encourage one another to be successful.
Episode 24: Goal Setting: Moving FORwarD in 2021
Have you set your goals for 2021? We're focusing on #MovingFORwarDin2021. And we're talking FORD: Family, Occupation, Recreation, and Dream goals for the new year. Is Lori going to try indoor skydiving? And an exciting announcement from Amy Cruz, our Buyers Agent!
Episode 23: The Buyers Academy: Guide to Buying Your Home
Curious about what it's like to buy a home? Learn your path to homeownership from the comfort of your own couch. In the Buyers Academy, Amy Cruz and Hasina Surtee from Lori Alvarez and Team are going to take you through Buying Your Home.
Episode 22: Holidays and Real Estate
Yes. Sell during the Holiday. Yes. Buy during the Holidays. From beautiful lights to taxes, Lori knows it's a great season. Here are 11 reasons why you should during the Holidays.
Episode 21: Embracing the 2020 Mindset: Better Together
It’s been a heavy time of reflection. 2020 has been so—different. What are the holidays going to be like this year? How do we even process the year? Lori shares her heart in this special episode message.
Episode 20: Experienced Mortgage Banker’s Thoughts on Today’s Market
What action should you take? Can you make a competitive offer? How do I choose? Mortgage Banker, Tim Harrison has seen many market cycles in his 25+ years in the industry and shares his wisdom with us.
Episode 19: So, You Want To Be A Real Estate Agent
Your insurance policy is a living, breathing, document. So do you have an ongoing relationship with your Insurance Agent? Marilyn Sparks, Insurance Agency Owner with Farmers Insurance, Los Angeles County Insurance Commissioner and amazing lady explains all her best recommendations on how to protect your assets.
Episode 18: For Sale By Owners (FSBO’s)
A For Sale By Owner is exactly what it sounds like. But do you as an owner really know what your home is worth? Lori Alvarez has sold with a 97% accuracy on pricing. Understanding the market, executing strategies, and savvy skills can make a huge difference in getting your home sold at the right price. Are you up for that challenge?
Episode 17: Choosing The Best Home Insurance Policy
Your insurance policy is a living, breathing, document. So do you have an ongoing relationship with your Insurance Agent? Marilyn Sparks, Insurance Agency Owner with Farmers Insurance, Los Angeles County Insurance Commissioner and amazing lady explains all her best recommendations on how to protect your assets.
Episode 16: Is Renting Or Buying Right For You?
When you rent, there are rules and regulations. When you buy, you have more control. But what's the best decision for you and your family? What questions do you even ask yourself? When? Why? What?
Episode 15: Should I Rent? Or Should I Buy?
Why would you choose to rent instead of buy a home? As a real estate agent, Lori knows some things. To be honest, it's a different decision and game plan for everyone.
Episode 14: Faith/Fear: Shifting Your Goals
Sellers, not sure what to do or ask when it's time for showing your home now that it's open on the market? IN THIS EPISODE Lori breaks down what to expect, how to prepare, and answers some common questions about the showing process.
Episode 13: What To Expect For Home Showings
Sellers, not sure what to do or ask when it's time for showing your home now that it's open on the market? IN THIS EPISODE Lori breaks down what to expect, how to prepare, and answers some common questions about the showing process.
Episode 12: The Foundations Of Home Ownership And Business Ownership
Do you have a clue on how to be a homeowner? What about a business owner? IN THIS EPISODE join as Lori reflects on her business growing and the shaky foundations that have led her to where she is today.
Episode 11: Ready, Set, Shoot! It's Photo Day!
Is your house a mess? Or is it ready for its photo op? IN THIS EPISODE join as Lori talks Photography and strategies that make your home sell for Top Dollar.
Episode 10: Should I Do A Pre-Listing Home Inspection?
Wondering if you should be doing a Pre-Listing Home Inspection for your home? Find out what a home inspector is looking for when they go through a home and how you can best prepare for one. IN THIS EPISODE join us as Lori and Ian Souden, Owner and Principal Inspector of Fort South Inspection Services, Inc. dive into the experience a buyer or seller will have to complete a home inspection.
Episode 9: Can I Sell My Home In As-Is Condition?
Selling a home takes a lot of work. Can I just skip the work and sell it as is? IN THIS EPISODE, Lori Alvarez shares the challenge of helping sell two homes as-is and the success story of one family.
Episode 8: Top 10 Things To Sell Your Home For More Money
So you’re thinking about selling your home, but you’re stumped on how to make the most money out of your investment. IN THIS EPISODE, join as Lori Alvarez breaks down the top 10 things you can do to prepare your home to sell for a higher value and current standards and requirements in California.
Episode 7: COVID-19 And Your Home Mortgage
Finances. Payments. Stress. It doesn't stop. How do you manage your home mortgage payments during COVID-19? IN THIS EPISODE join us as Lori and Dustin Sanders, Director of the Purchasing Division at Home Financing, Inc., share how to navigate situations and survive during COVID-19.
Episode 6: Quarantine Reminiscing, Sister Talk With Amy Cruz In Our Home Sweet Homes
Looking for some girlfriend chit chat and some laughter as you cozy up on your couch? IN THIS EPISODE join us as Lori and her sister Amy Cruz, Lori Alvarez and Team’s Buyer’s Agent, reminisce about sweet memories in their childhood home sweet homes.