Love It or Hate It? What Home Buyers Really Want
Real Estate Today
The home buyer wish list is getting a makeover. This week on Real Estate Today, we explore the home features today’s buyers want most, from flexible living and entertaining spaces to outdoor areas designed for relaxing and gathering. Discover why buyers are putting a bigger premium on outdoor living, how wellness trends such as saunas and meditation spaces are making their way into homes, and which outdoor improvement sellers should consider to help catch buyers’ attention. Guests include Shelton Wilder, CEO and lead agent of the Shelton Wilder Group in Los Angeles, and Ginger Wilcox,...
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Home Equity: Build It, Use It or Pay Down Your Mortgage?
Real Estate Today
Home equity can be one of the biggest financial benefits of homeownership, but what should you do once you’ve built it? This week on Real Estate Today, we explore how homeowners can estimate their home equity, decide whether to leverage it or let it grow, and make improvements and upgrades that could help build more equity over time. Learn which types of homes tend to appreciate the most, common misconceptions about home equity and whether paying off your mortgage as quickly as possible is always the smartest financial strategy. Guests include Michael Perna, REALTOR® and CEO of The Michael...
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The True Cost of Owning a Home: What to Know Before You Buy
Real Estate Today
Hidden homeownership costs can catch you by surprise if you’re not prepared. This week on the 900th episode of Real Estate Today, we look at common homeownership expenses that buyers should prepare for. Melissa Bailey, sales team lead at Real Broker in Phoenix, AZ., and Shane Brady, agent at Keller Williams in Boston, MA. discuss the true impact of rising insurance costs, how home inspections can flag potential maintenance issues, and the future expenses to look out for when buying a home.
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How to Build Wealth Through Real Estate
Real Estate Today
Building wealth through real estate starts with making smart decisions. This week on Real Estate Today, we explore how homeowners and investors can make their properties work harder for them and build long-term value. Learn which property characteristics can boost value, what can hurt an investment, what to look for in a property with long-term potential and the biggest mistakes first-time rental property investors should avoid. Guests include Jonathan Greene, real estate investor and host of the podcast “Zen and the Art of Real Estate Investing,” and Lisa Patterson, REALTOR® in...
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Money Pit or Hidden Gem? TV Renovation Stars Weigh In
Real Estate Today
A fixer-upper can look like a money pit, but with the right vision, it could become a hidden gem. This week on Real Estate Today, we explore how to turn overlooked and neglected homes into standout properties, from identifying renovation potential to deciding which rooms to tackle first. Discover how to modernize a home while preserving its original character, which renovations can make the biggest impact and how to approach a property transformation with confidence. Guests include Konya Hendricks Shuh, REALTOR® with CENTURY 21 Affiliated and host of A&E’s “Betting on Beloit”; and...
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How to Prepare Your Home to Sell
Real Estate Today
This week on Real Estate Today, we break down how to get your home ready to sell without wasting time or money. Learn which repairs are worth making before you list your home, which renovations you can skip, and the small updates that can have the biggest impact on buyers and help your home sell faster and for the best possible price. We also discuss a practical home-selling checklist, reveal the behind-the-scenes work a great REALTOR® does to help sell a home, and discuss the warning signs every homeowner should know before putting their property on the market. Guests include Alexis...
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New-Construction Homes: What Buyers Need to Know
Real Estate Today
This week on Real Estate Today, we answer one of today's biggest homebuying questions: Is now the right time to buy new construction? From builder incentives to inspections, we break down what buyers need to know before signing on the dotted line. Discover the advantages and disadvantages of buying a newly built home versus an existing one, whether every new-construction home should be inspected, the smartest upgrades to invest in, and which room is worth splurging on. Plus, learn why working with a REALTOR® can make all the difference when buying directly from a builder and how to navigate...
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Summer 2026 Home Design Trends
Real Estate Today
Home design is evolving, and today's buyers are looking for more than just beautiful finishes. This week on Real Estate Today, we explore the latest home design trends inside and out, from the features and layouts buyers want most to the curb appeal projects homeowners are tackling this summer. We also examine whether the open floor plan is losing popularity and what today's design preferences could mean for buyers and sellers. Discover the home upgrades making the biggest impact, insights from Thumbtack's 2026 Curb Appeal Report, and the outdoor projects helping homeowners create a lasting...
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The Summer 2026 Real Estate Market
Real Estate Today
The 2026 summer real estate market is here. This week on Real Estate Today, we break down the latest housing trends, including what’s driving price changes, inventory shifts and buyer demand this summer, along with what these shifts mean for anyone looking to buy or sell a home. Discover where opportunities are emerging, which real estate strategies are actually working, how to save money on your mortgage and the practical moves you can make right now to achieve your homeownership goals. Guests include Cara Ameer, real estate professional with Coldwell Banker, and Scott Haymore, senior...
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Co-Buying, Multigenerational Living and the Future of Housing
Real Estate Today
Multigenerational living and co-buying are reshaping homeownership in today’s housing market. This week on Real Estate Today, we explore the next generation of housing trends and how buyers are adapting to rising home prices, affordability challenges and changing lifestyle needs. Discover why more families are choosing to live under one roof, how friends and other co-buyers are teaming up to achieve homeownership, and what these shifts mean for first-time buyers navigating today’s market. We also examine how homeowners are creating flexible, stylish spaces that work for multiple...
info_outlineIs it time to consider downsizing—or as we like to say, rightsizing? More families are facing the challenge of saying goodbye to a long-time home. This week on Real Estate Today, we guide you through the careful process of senior relocation and the critical steps to making this transition as smooth as possible. We discuss the tough challenge of deciding what stays and what goes; ways of helping sellers feel comfortable in their new space; and tips for managing emotions.
We also explore the latest generational trends in homebuying and selling, including the rising demand for multigenerational homes for families looking to combine their households.
Guests include Jessica Lautz, NAR deputy chief economist; Dane Ramsden, REALTOR® and senior relocation specialist; and Mary Harmon Young, REALTOR® and senior housing professional.
Plus, in our Hot or Not segment, we look at two flooring trends: polished tiles and high-gloss hardwood.