Are you refinancing or selling your home? We're sitting down with Ryan Riveras of AMC to talk about all things home appraisals! From walking through the appraisal process to giving insider tips for preparing your home for appraisal, there is something in this episode for agents and homeowners alike. Tune in for ways to best approach communicating with your appraiser, and what research and information will help you get the most value out of your home!

01:15 What is AMC?

04:20 How to talk to an appraiser.

08:00 What's the difference between a Closed sale vs Comps?

11:50 How do you handle multiple appraisals that have a big gap in value between them?

15:00 What's the best way for a new realtor to get comps?

17:00 How do flash appraisals work?

19:15 If the market is crazy, are there adjustments made to consider the rise in the market?

21:30 Are appraisals different for a purchase vs a refinance?

25:00 When is the best time to sell or refinance?

27:15 Three updates that will have the biggest impact on your home value!

30:00 How accurate is Zillow at estimating home value?

33:20 What documentation should agents provide appraisers?

36:15 What can I do to prepare my home for the appraiser when refinancing?

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Do you have a Will? What about a Trust? In this episode, we're joined by Estate Planning Attorney, Allison Kierman. Allison is here debunking the idea that Trusts are only for the uber-wealthy. She is also sharing the benefits of having a Trust which will have your assets broken down into far greater detail than simply having a Will, and when both a Will and a Trust are needed!

00:40 What led you to Estate planning?

01:30 What is a Trust, and how is it used?

02:40 At what point is it good to think about putting a trust together?

03:40 If I already have a will, do I need a Trust?

05:00 What assets can be included in a Trust?

06:30 Things you need to prepare for your attorney to create a Trust.

07:40 What is the difference between having a Trust and an LLC?

08:30 What happens to mortgages when parents pass and no Trust is in place?

10:00 Are there any drawbacks of having a Trust?

10:50 What does the process look like for Probate?

12:40 What is the investment in putting a Trust together?

15:20 Do you still need to put it in a Trust if you share a title?

17:00 What happens if circumstances change and you need to make a change to your Trust?

Connect with Allison Kierman

Instagram | @allisonkierman

Website | kiermanlaw.com

Email | akierman@kiermanlaw.com

Phone | 480-719-7333

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The East Valley market is on fire - and not only because of the summer heat! Real estate agent and podcast guest, Celina Acosta, is here to share her knowledge on the growing real estate in the East Valley! What is driving the growth and demand? Why are people choosing to move there over Phoenix? How long will this burgeoning market continue? In this episode, we're diving into the advantages of being in a seller's market and how you can be a strong buyer, so join us as we get down to business!

0:25 Meet Celina!

0:45 How did you get into real estate?

2:40 What is the East Valley?

4:20 What is driving the market in the East Valley?

7:55 Why would people choose Gilbert or Chandler over Phoenix?

11:25 Is Gilbert a growing city?

13:45 What is the benefit of being in a seller's market when you are a buyer?

15:30 What strategies do you use to win the offer?

19:05 How long do you think this market is going to continue?

Find Celina on Instagram: @celinasellsaz

Get in contact with Celina: (602) 413-2951

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Melanie Johnson of Tru Realty is on the podcast and we're talking about where you can buy a home for under 400K and whether it's still a good idea to buy short-term rentals! She is also sharing how you can use biggerpockets.com as a resource anywhere you are on your journey from novice to seasoned investor. Whether you're an Arizona local or out of state, looking to invest in a family home or a short or long-term rental, this episode is for you!

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If you or someone you know is currently looking to buy a home, you know how intense the housing market is right now. What is driving prices to skyrocket, and how long will it last? To break this down, we're joined by guest Oleg Bortman, owner of The Brokery. Tune in to hear what the market will likely look like over the next 5 years, and the solid reasoning behind the predictions!

00:40 How did you find your business partner?

02:00 Taking the business from "The Suits" and rebranding it to The Brokery!

04:00 How has the luxury market changed in AZ?

05:40 What is driving the market to rise at such a fast rate?

08:00 How long do you see this growth in the housing market to continue?

09:30 What advice do you have for buyers? Is it worth trying to buy a house in this market?

12:15 With big tech, what do you think the future will look like for realtors?

15:00 Why should I choose The Brokery over other brokerages?

20:45 New agents should do THIS as they get started!

23:00 What should investors focus on in this market?

Get in touch with Oleg Bortman

602-402-2296

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We're bringing you tips for buyers and Agents from a realtor in the top .5 percent of Arizona, Danny Brown. Tune in for where you can begin to find a home in the current market, if interest rates are too high to buy, and how you can beat a cash offer!

Follow Danny Brown on Instagram | @dannybrownaz

and @myriadaz_

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Oggie Penev is on the podcast today sharing ways you can make the most of your investments in Real Estate! We talk about taxes, why cash flow isn't the only reason you can leverage owning rental properties and the best way to put your money to work when investing in Real Estate!

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Mike Brooks came on the show and shared about his journey of leaving his job as an assistant in Los Angeles, what his motives were behind buying his first investment property, and tips for making your own wealth in Real Estate! Tune in for Mike's breakdown of how you can still win as a homeowner even in the worst-case scenario, and how owning your home can be an incredible way to build wealth!

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