Guiding You Home
Your real estate resource for buyers, sellers, investors and enthusiasts. We're here to help you make informed decisions on real estate opportunities by bringing you fresh market insights from experts in the field.
Episodes
93 episodes
93. Why Appraisals Suck
Let’s be real—appraisals can feel like the ultimate buzzkill in the world of real estate. From confusing reports to frustrating delays, it often seems like these essential property evaluations create more headaches than they solve. In this epis...
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92. Top 10 Restaurants in (South) SLO County
Listen, this isn't a Yelp list...this is our list. Three locals who have been around the block and want you to visit these spots asap. We've included some iconic, delicious places in this episode...and maybe a few you haven't been to. So let us...
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91. Get to Know Jeff Landon
It's so important to know the people you are doing business with. And let us tell you...Jeff is one of the best people you'll ever know. In this episode, we chat with Jeff about what makes him tick, why he got into real estate, why he decided t...
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90. What You Think Your House is Worth is Probably Wrong
This week, we’re pulling back the curtain on a topic that’s sure to shake up your assumptions: why you might be way off in estimating your home’s worth.Join us as we explore the disconnect between what homeowners believe their castle is ...
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89. Why 87% of Realtors Fail
It's an unbelievable stat, but it's true. So many realtors fail, especially in the first few years of getting their license. Buy why? Bobbie Kelly, team lead at Keller Williams Central Coast helps shed some light on where the problems lie. Bobb...
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88. The San Diego Real Estate Market w/ Phil Gibbs
Realtor Phil Gibbs joins us to talk about the San Diego Real Estate Market. Whether you're looking at San Diego as an investement opportunity, or for your primary residence, this episode will give you great insight into the trends Phil is seein...
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87. The Truth about Off-Market Properties
Bobbie, Jeff and Travis talk about off-market properties. We're honest about how difficult they can be to find and the potential disadvantages to the seller. But the team also discuss the advantages and reasons sellers and buyers should conside...
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86. Interest Rates Hit One Year Low
Over the last few weeks, interest rates hit a one year low. But the real question is, will they stay there? Mike Poyntz from Motif Mortgage joins us to talk about how we got here, and what market conditions would need to exist for rates to stay...
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85. Grover Beach Grand Avenue Development
We had the privilege of speaking with Megan Martin, Community Development Director at the City of Grover Beach. Megan shares what's going on with the West Grand Avenue projects, and explains how the city thinks about development in a way that i...
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84. Generation Build - Development in SLO County
What's the biggest challenge facing SLO County and the rest of the Nation? If you ask Michael Massey of Generation Build....it's housing. There aren't enough homes to satisfy demand, prices continue to rise beyond what is reasonable, and there ...
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83. The Heart of Arroyo Grande - with Mayor Caren Ray Russom
We had the privilege of being joined by Arroyo Grande Mayor, Caren Ray Russom. We spoke about her journey into public service, as well as some of the challenges faced by the City of Arroyo Grande. But the through line of the conversation was th...
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82. Sewer Savvy - What Homeowners Need to Know
Did you know that 50% of your plumbing system is the sewer lateral? That's the line that runs from your home to the city tie in at the street. Randy Schad from Sewer-Oscopy West explains the importance of getting that line inspected regularly, ...
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81. How Professional Cleaners Transform Homes
In this episode, we dive into the world of professional cleaning with Frantz Cleaning, a company renowned for turning homes into spotless sanctuaries. Join us as we explore the secrets behind their exceptional services, from their meticulous at...
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80. Idaho's Housing Surge: Insights from Local Realtors
Shawn and Charlie from the Taranto Group join us to talk about how the influx of people moving into Idaho has shaped their economy, public opinion and housing market. Contact the Taranto Group
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79. Lower Your Interest Rate w/ Assumable Loans
Harry Bennett Jr from Equity Reach Mortgage Solutions drops some serious knowledge on how to lower your monthly payment dramatically with some options you might not know about, including assumable loans and rate buy downs. If you're uncomfortab...
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78. Is Solar Still Worth It?
Ryan "Monty" Montgomery from Photon Brothers joins us to talk about solar panels, power walls and why solar installation still makes sense. Turns out, there are still credits and rebates to take advantage of, and with the ever increasing cost o...
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77. The Art of Venetian Plaster
Zeke Graf from ZG Custom Interiors is on the podcast today talking about interior finishes. Specifically, authentic lime plaster. If you're looking for a unique finish for a kitchen hood, a fireplace, an accent wall, or a whole home....Zeke wil...
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76. What Should I Offer?
It's a question we answer all the time with our buyers...and it's not as simple as you might think. In this episode, the Landmark Team jump into market data and strategies that will help you write offers that get accepted!
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75. What's Going on With Home Insurance
Tune in to our latest episode as we delve deep into the world of home insurance with Tyler Riley from Riley & Riley Insurance in Arroyo Grande. In this informative discussion, Tyler sheds light on the current challenges facing homebuyers wh...
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74. Buying a Fixer-Upper
Join us in this episode as we sit down with Tim Romano, a savvy homebuyer who took on the task of purchasing a fixer-upper. Tim shares his strategy for purchasing the home, timeline and cost of renovations and invaluable lessons learned through...
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73. Wild Fields Brewhouse
2022 Brewery of the Year at the Great American Beer Festival...8 Gold Medals for their Beers........and right in our backyard! Ryan and Jacque Fields (and their two kids) join us to talk about the serious business of starting a brewery....
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72. Building Legacies: Navigating the Purchase of a Family Compound
We helped the Howard family purchase a family compound last year, so we thought it would be fun to follow up with them one year later to see how it's going. Mother and son LeeAnn and Richard talk us through what inspired them to buy a family co...
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71. The Art of Landscaping with Purlieu Design + Build
Michael Vogt, Lead Designer with Purlieu Landscape Design + Build joins us to talk about how landscapes can create memories that last generations. From small spaces to small budgets, Michael helps us understand the importance of good design, ho...
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