Episode 171: Renovated? Really? Plus the latest on the NAR Settlement Changes
Release Date: 09/10/2024
Episode 190: "A Weird, Hairy Market."
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Stacy and Erin are both fresh off their respective European vacations and kick off the episode with a recap on Stacy's time in Switzerland and Erin's visit to Austria and Italy. They share the skippable, the memorable and the best bites they had while visiting across the pond. Plus, they bring it back home with everyone's favorite "Market Update" to break down what they are seeing in real time in the Charleston real estate market and *Spoiler Alert* it's a bit "weird and hairy."
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Episode 189: A Bizarre Encounter with a Seller
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On today’s episode Stacy and Erin sit down for a good old fashioned catch up. But the conversation takes a turn when Erin recounts a a strange encounter with a potential seller. It starts out with a few particular demands and as the whole situation begins to unravel it’s revealed that this seller has a bizarre pattern of wanting to interview female agents only and making very unsettling and specific demands. Luckily Erin has enough good sense to back out before it’s too late. Plus, Stacy goes to an open house and highlights how many pump fakes potential buyers are pulling before...
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Episode 188: Studio Held with Amber Guyton + Matt Sanford (Part 2)
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In this episode Stacy and Erin invite Matt Sanford and Amber Guyton of 'Studio Held' back to dig even deeper into their design philosophy. The four discuss design trends they would like to see go away, their “junk food of design”, favorite colors to use and how to make your outdoor space as stunning as your interiors. They also share some insight into how they decide which natural materials to use and how to know if the bang is worth the buck. Plus, they give us a look into how they are merging their personal styles together in their first project as a couple. So many...
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Episode 187: Studio Held with Amber Guyton + Matt Sanford (part 1)
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You may have noticed that the Smith Spencer office just got a MAJOR glow-up. That's all thanks to the incredible team at Studio Held, Amber Guyton and Matt Sanford. With a passion for creating warm inviting spaces that make you want to stay, these two have done just that with their exquisite taste in tones and textures. Today on the show Erin + Stacy sit down to learn how they got into design and specifically how they approached this stunning project for Smith Spencer. They share all sorts of amazing resources for where to find out of the box finishes for your home and...
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Episode 186: 'Live, Laugh, Love' (and other trends that need to go) with Lauren Delamater + Amanda Noble
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Lauren and Amanda return for Part 2, and things kick off with a laugh as the crew plays a hilarious game: Where Would the Cast of White Lotus Live in Charleston? (Spoiler: Walton Goggins’ character is definitely a Goat Island guy—because people? No thanks.) From there, the gang dives into stories from recent out-of-town clients and how they tailor home tours to match the very different vibes across Charleston’s many boroughs. Amanda and Stacy make their case for Daniel Island, while Lauren and Erin are riding hard for Mount Pleasant. Finally, they unpack some hot trends in...
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Episode 185: "Justifying Realtor Commission" with Lauren Delamater + Amanda Noble
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On today’s episode Erin + Stacy sit down with Smith Spencer Superstars: Lauren Delamater + Amanda Noble to discuss their incredible backgrounds in Real Estate, their investment properties and whether or not there are still deals to be had in Charleston. The four agents get into an in-depth discussion around the recent headlines calling for Real Estate Agents to “justify their commissions” and shed some fascinating light on what actually goes into earning that 2%. They also share some red flags to look for when working with new clients and get real about why ‘part-time’...
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Episode 184: The One Where Erin Tries to Quit the Podcast
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Ok, so maybe she just *thought* about it...On this solo episode Stacy and Erin answer a listener question and dive into why reality shows get it wrong when it comes to real estate. E-mail your questions (and undying love and affection for Erin) to: Check Out Our Partners: Bill Payne NMLS ID#: 283298 with First Home Mortgage Coastal Creek Design
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Episode 183: The "Do's + Do Not's" of Social Media with Justin Tucker
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On today's episode Stacy and Erin sit down with their incredible Social Media Manager and content creation wunderkind: Justin Tucker. They discuss how he has changed their business and dive into his personal strategy for creating compelling and original content. They discuss Justin's career and he shares some very helpful guidelines for putting yourself out there on social media in a way that feels unique and authentic to you! Follow Justin on IG: Check Out Our Partners: Bill Payne NMLS ID#: 283298 with First Home Mortgage Coastal Creek Design https://coastalcreekdesign.com
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Episode 182: March 2025 Market Update
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On today's episode Stacy and Erin sit down for a little catchup. Erin has some grievances to air for 2025, including how Real Estate agents in Charleston need to go back to etiquette school. Stacy has her own renovation frustration and has to "become a Karen" for a day. Plus, Erin runs down what the market has been like for her so far and shares a hilarious inspection gone wrong that you have the hear to believe. (HINT: it involves the words 'termite fecal matter') Check Out Our Partners: Bill Payne NMLS ID#: 283298 with First Home Mortgage Coastal Creek Design...
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Episode 181: Let's Talk Renovation Costs with Brian Wells of Coastal Creek Designs
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On today's episode Stacy and Erin welcome Brian Wells of Coastal Creek Designs back to the show to talk all about renovations. So often clients find a home with good bones but it can be tricky to get realistic estimates for what it would cost to get that diamond in the rough up to snuff. Brian shares real numbers and good solid advice for how to arm agents with accurate information so buyers can make educated decisions and set themselves up for success when looking at renovating or building an addition onto their dream home. Check Out Our Partners: Bill Payne NMLS ID#: 283298 with First...
info_outlineOn today's episode Stacy and Erin discuss misconceptions about what constitutes a renovation. Hint, to renovate means to make new, and new is new, not 10 or 20 years old y'all. They also call out the half-assers and DIYers on their versions of renovations. Sorry sellers, but changing the sink in your 50 year old bathroom doesn't *quite* constitute a "full renovation". Plus, the ladies share their formula for success when prepping your home for sale. Lastly, they dive into the fallout they're seeing from the new commission laws that are in effect and how it impacts agents, buyers, and deals in the real world.
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