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Real Talk with Realtors: Holiday Plans and Home Selling Strategies
11/26/2024
Real Talk with Realtors: Holiday Plans and Home Selling Strategies
Holiday Season Real Estate Insights: Selling, Buying, and Mortgages ft. Jim Ream In this episode of Rip Roaring Realtors, hosts Burnell, Jennah, and Mike, welcome special guest James Ream from Homesale Mortgage. As they enjoy the festive spirit of November, they delve into several key topics including holiday traditions, Thanksgiving plans, and the pros and cons of selling a home during the holiday season. Jim shares his journey in the mortgage industry and provides valuable mortgage rate updates and forecasts. The discussion also covers tips on staging homes for the holidays, the impact of interest rates on first-time homebuyers, and the importance of using local lenders. The hosts also explore various first-time homebuyer programs and refinance strategies. Closing with a light-hearted chat on personal anecdotes and the current real estate climate, this episode provides both informative and entertaining insights for home buyers, sellers, and real estate enthusiasts. 00:00 Introduction and Welcoming Jim 00:54 Thanksgiving Traditions and Plans 02:38 Holiday Home Selling Tips 06:18 Mortgage Market Insights 09:14 Challenges with Mortgage Rates 15:31 Advice for First-Time Home Buyers 22:55 Importance of Local Lenders 24:21 Real Estate Realities: Losing a Deal 24:51 The Importance of Honest Pricing 25:18 Dad Jokes and Listing Appointments 26:04 Challenges with Overpricing 27:08 The Role of a Realtor: Telling Hard Truths 29:50 Mortgage Trends and Financing Options 30:48 First-Time Homebuyer Programs 38:46 Seller Assist and Market Dynamics 42:19 Refinancing: When Does It Make Sense? 45:51 Wrapping Up: Final Thoughts and Contact Info
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