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Episode 278; 6 Ways Plants Can Help Sell Your Home 05/30/2023

Episode 278; 6 Ways Plants Can Help Sell Your Home Hey y'all, welcome back and thanks for tuning into Episode 278! Question Of The Week; Do Plants Help Sell a House? Submit your question of the week here: Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... **Spotify Music: https://open.spotify.com/show/7qKzkgf.... Matt Johnson REALTOR®️ Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners emporiahomes.kw.com #MattInTheHatt #YourLocalKWAgent #YourExperienceMATTers #Veteran #HotList /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/26991060

Episode 277: 8 Tips For Beginning Gardeners 05/25/2023

Episode 277: 8 Tips For Beginning Gardeners Hey y'all, welcome back and thanks for tuning into Episode 277! Question Of The Week; How do I get started gardening? As promised here are the links I referred to in the show. These are not affiliate links, links to info I found while doing research: 4 in 1 Tester: bit.ly/4in1soilmeter * Week by Week Garden Journal: bit.ly/wkbywkgardenjournal * Farmer's Almanac: * US Hardiness zone map: Submit your question of the week here: Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... **Spotify Music: https://open.spotify.com/show/7qKzkgf.... Matt Johnson REALTOR®️ Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners emporiahomes.kw.com #MattInTheHatt #YourLocalKWAgent #YourExperienceMATTers #Veteran #HotList /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/26952153

Episode 276; 7 Tips for Setting Up Your Home Office 05/19/2023

Episode 276; 7 Tips for Setting Up Your Home Office Hey y'all, welcome back and thanks for tuning into Episode 276! Question Of The Week; How Do I Setup a Home Office? Submit your question of the week here: Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... **Spotify Music: https://open.spotify.com/show/7qKzkgf.... Matt Johnson REALTOR®️ Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners emporiahomes.kw.com #MattInTheHatt #YourLocalKWAgent #YourExperienceMATTers #Veteran #HotList /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/26893314

Episode 275; 6 Questions to Ask During a Virtual Tour 04/26/2023

Episode 275; 6 Questions to Ask During a Virtual Tour Hey y'all, welcome back and thanks for tuning into Episode 275! Question Of The Week; Should I Tour the Home Before Making an Offer? Submit your question of the week here: Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... **Spotify Music: https://open.spotify.com/show/7qKzkgf.... Matt Johnson REALTOR®️ Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners emporiahomes.kw.com #MattInTheHatt #YourLocalKWAgent #YourExperienceMATTers #Veteran #HotList /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/26662443

Episode 274; 7 Signs Your A/C Needs Replaced 04/18/2023

Episode 274; 7 Signs Your A/C Needs Replaced Hey y'all, welcome back and thanks for tuning into Episode 274! Question Of The Week; How Do I Know If My A/C Unit is Bad? Submit your question of the week here: Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... **Spotify Music: https://open.spotify.com/show/7qKzkgf.... Matt Johnson REALTOR®️ Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners emporiahomes.kw.com #MattInTheHatt #YourLocalKWAgent #YourExperienceMATTers #Veteran #HotList /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/26578320

Episode 273; 5 Things Needed for a Pre-approval 04/04/2023

Episode 273; 5 Things Needed for a Pre-approval Hey y'all, welcome back and thanks for tuning into Episode 273! As the spring market starts to heat up; I have more potential buyers contacting me to and asking what they need to do to buy a house this year. I remind them all to start with a pre-approval. Not a pre-qualification but an actual pre-approval from a lender. Question Of The Week; What Do I Need to Get Pre-approved? Submit your question of the week here: Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... **Spotify Music: https://open.spotify.com/show/7qKzkgf.... Matt Johnson REALTOR®️ Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners emporiahomes.kw.com #MattInTheHatt #YourLocalKWAgent #YourExperienceMATTers #Veteran #HotList /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/26441304

Episode 272; 7 Reasons to Never Waive Home Inspections 03/28/2023

Episode 272; 7 Reasons to Never Waive Home Inspections Hey y'all, welcome back and thanks for tuning into Episode 272! This is an interesting question, especially over the last 2 years of home buying. I will give my opinion on a couple areas when it comes to having inspections done but when it comes to the 7 reasons; those are from first hand experience and/or home inspectors and contractors with years of experience. Question Of The Week; Do I Need to do a Home Inspection? Submit your question of the week here: Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... **Spotify Music: https://open.spotify.com/show/7qKzkgf.... Matt Johnson REALTOR®️ Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners emporiahomes.kw.com #MattInTheHatt #YourLocalKWAgent #YourExperienceMATTers #Veteran #HotList /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/26368119

Episode 271; 5 Signs You May Need a New Roof 03/21/2023

Episode 271; 5 Signs You May Need a New Roof Hey y'all, welcome back and thanks for tuning into Episode 271! This is a topic I feel many put to the side b/c they don't pay attention to their roofs on a regular basis. Many of us don't catch anything until it's too late. Today we'll discuss 5 Signs You May Need a New Roof Question Of The Week; How Can I Tell if My Roof Needs Replaced? Submit your question of the week here: Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... **Spotify Music: https://open.spotify.com/show/7qKzkgf.... Matt Johnson REALTOR®️ Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners emporiahomes.kw.com #MattInTheHatt #YourLocalKWAgent #YourExperienceMATTers #Veteran #HotList /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/26294661

Episode 270; 4 Steps to File a Homeowners Insurance Claim 03/14/2023

Episode 270; 4 Steps to File a Homeowners Insurance Claim Hey y'all, welcome back and thanks for tuning into Episode 270! Many of us have done this and will have to do this in the future. It's part of adulting and being a homeowner and while it's not glamourous; there is a benefit to knowing how to file a homeowner insurance claim. Let's answer this week's Question Of The Week; How do I File a Homeowners Insurance Claim? Submit your question of the week here: Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... **Spotify Music: https://open.spotify.com/show/7qKzkgf.... Matt Johnson REALTOR®️ Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners emporiahomes.kw.com #MattInTheHatt #YourLocalKWAgent #YourExperienceMATTers #Veteran #HotList /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/26226339

Hot List Episode 269; 5 Tips to Reduce Cottage Style Kitchen Clutter 03/07/2023

Hot List Episode 269; 5 Tips to Reduce Cottage Style Kitchen Clutter Hey y'all, welcome back and thanks for tuning into Episode 269! Today we're going to get into a different style of kitchen. Not quite as popular as the industrial farmhouse look but it is gaining in popularity. While I don't have a cottage style kitchen; mine kitchen is on the smaller side and many items on this list we've have utilized in our kitchen to maximize space. Let's answer this week's Question Of The Week; How to Reduce Clutter in a Cottage Style Kitchen. Submit your question of the week here: Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... **Spotify Music: https://open.spotify.com/show/7qKzkgf.... Matt Johnson REALTOR®️ Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners emporiahomes.kw.com #MattInTheHatt #YourLocalKWAgent #YourExperienceMATTers #Veteran #HotList /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/26156724

Episode 268; How Can I Save Money When Moving 02/28/2023

Episode 268; How Can I Save Money When Moving Hey y'all, welcome in to Episode 268! This is a common question I get from both buyers and sellers. Not all 10 of these items may apply to you but I'm confident at least 1 of these will be a takeaway. Submit your question of the week here: Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... **Spotify Music: https://open.spotify.com/show/7qKzkgf.... Matt Johnson REALTOR®️ Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners emporiahomes.kw.com #MattInTheHatt #YourLocalKWAgent #YourExperienceMATTers #Veteran #HotList /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/26078586

Episode 267; Is an All Electric Home Better? 02/21/2023

Episode 267; Is an All Electric Home Better? Welcome to episode 267! What a question of the week we have this week! This is a great question but like many, can have some variables such as location or access to power sources. ** Current listing: 1315 Walnut St Emporia, KS 66801; https://emporiahomes.kw.com/property/... Submit your question of the week here: Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... **Spotify Music: https://open.spotify.com/show/7qKzkgf.... Matt Johnson REALTOR®️ Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners emporiahomes.kw.com #MattInTheHatt #YourLocalKWAgent #YourExperienceMATTers #Veteran #HotList /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/26000010

Episode 266; Why is the Furnace Located in the Attic? 02/16/2023

Episode 266; Why is the Furnace Located in the Attic? Welcome to episode 266! This week's question of the week is courtesy of a buyer client I showed houses to last week. While the furnace might be located in the attic for convenience, are there advantages to having the furnace installed in the attic or crawlspace? Let's find out! ** Current listing: 1315 Walnut St Emporia, KS 66801; https://emporiahomes.kw.com/property/... Submit your question of the week here: Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... **Spotify Music: https://open.spotify.com/show/7qKzkgf.... Matt Johnson REALTOR®️ Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners 6 20.794.1032 emporiahomes.kw.com #MattInTheHatt #YourLocalKWAgent #YourExperienceMATTers #Veteran #HotList /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/25954806

Episode 265: How to Make Your Home Safe for Senior Living 02/07/2023

Episode 265: How to Make Your Home Safe for Senior Living Welcome to episode 265! We're not only answering the Question of the Week but discussing a current listing for sale! This week's Question of the Week; How can I make my home more senior friendly? This is a great question not just for the silent generation but for those aging boomers with some type of limitation or ailment. Let get into the 7 Ways to Make Your Home More Senior Friendly! ** Current listing: 1315 Walnut St Emporia, KS 66801; Submit your question of the week here: https://forms.gle/hiLEeGvxmM9HRD4q6 Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: **Spotify Music: Matt Johnson REALTOR®️ Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners 620.794.1032 emporiahomes.kw.com #MattInTheHatt #YourLocalKWAgent #YourExperienceMATTers #Veteran #HotList #SeniorLiving #SeniorFriendly /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/25858506

Episode 264 02/03/2023

Episode 264 QOTW; What cheap upgrades can I make to my house? I get this question especially with first time sellers or homeowners who are looking to improve their current living situation. This time it really got me thinking just how many clients have asked this of me over the last year, and the result surprised me! Almost every client and past client has asked me what they can do to improve their house without a major renovation. Let's talk about that today... Submit your question of the week here: https://forms.gle/hiLEeGvxmM9HRD4q6 Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: **Spotify Music: Matt Johnson REALTOR®️ - Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners 620.794.1032 emporiahomes.kw.com #MattInTheHatt #YourLocalKWAgent #YourExperienceMATTers #Veteran /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/25824861

Episode 263 01/24/2023

Episode 263 QOTD; Are there benefits to drop ceilings and do they add value to the house? When we hear drop ceiling or suspended ceiling more often than not we associate an office setting or classroom setting with these words. There are more to drop ceilings than some might think. Today we'll discuss the pros and cons to drop ceilings and if they do in fact add value to a home. Stay tuned... Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: **Spotify Music: Matt Johnson REALTOR®️ - Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners 620.794.1032 emporiahomes.kw.com #MattInTheHatt #YourLocalKWAgent #YourExperienceMATTers #Veteran /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/25714152

3 Tips To Choose The Perfect Shingles 03/07/2022

3 Tips To Choose The Perfect Shingles QOTD; How Do I Choose New Shingles? I get asked this question many times, especially by new homeowners. While there are benefits of a certain style or type of roof, what we'll be concentrating on today is how to make the choice. Stay tuned... Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: **Spotify Music: ... Matt Johnson REALTOR - Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners 620.794.1032 /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/22367375

3 Ways To Give Your Mailbox A Facelift 03/01/2022

3 Ways To Give Your Mailbox A Facelift QOTD; Does My Mailbox Lead To Further Curb Appeal? This isn't really a common question b/c just like garage doors, people forget or don't consider their mailbox when it comes to curb appeal or updating their home. Other times homeowners aren't certain of what they can and can't do to improve their mailboxes and if it's even worth doing. I'll address that today and hopefully shed some light on the topic. Stay tuned... Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: **Spotify Music: ... Matt Johnson REALTOR - Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners 620.794.1032 /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/22299638

3 Considerations For A Utility Sink 02/28/2022

3 Considerations For A Utility Sink QOTD; Do I Need A Utility Sink? I believe a better question is "why don't I have a utility sink?" These types of sinks are not only useful but so versatile as well. Can be used for cleaning paint, wastewater from cleaning, soaking items, etc; not to mention the convenience of using these vs your kitchen sink. Let's get into some options about utility sinks! Stay tuned... Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: **Spotify Music: ... Matt Johnson REALTOR - Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners 620.794.1032 /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/22282736

3 Ways A New Garage Door Can Improve Home’s Efficiency 02/25/2022

3 Ways A New Garage Door Can Improve Home’s Efficiency QOTD; Does A Garage Door Improve My Home’s Efficiency? Had someone asked this question two years ago I may have had a different answer. Improving my home's energy efficiency was on my mind; however, NOT when it came to my garage door! Let's get into the difference a proper garage door will make! Stay tuned... Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: **Spotify Music: ... Matt Johnson REALTOR - Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners 620.794.1032 /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/22257392

8 Common Areas Not Getting Enough Attention In Your Home 02/24/2022

8 Common Areas Not Getting Enough Attention In Your Home QOTD; Are There Areas I Should Be Cleaning? I get it! The last thing you want to do is more cleaning, am I right. When many of us picture cleaning we picture; sweeping, mopping, dusting, and picking up room after room. While that's all well and good, there are areas many homeowners neglect and could equal bad news bears! Stay tuned... Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: **Spotify Music: ... Matt Johnson REALTOR - Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners 620.794.1032 /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/22244903

Top 3 Tips For Buyers To Secure A Home 02/23/2022

Top 3 Tips For Buyers To Secure A Home QOTD; How Can I Make A More Appealing Offer? The last 18 to 24 months for buyers has felt like the wild west. Home prices increasing, inventories remaining low, and demand for housing continues to be intense with no relief in sight. Are there ways to make a more appealing offer other than waive all inspections? Stay tuned... Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: **Spotify Music: ... Matt Johnson REALTOR - Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners 620.794.1032 /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/22231721

3 Home Loan Program Updates For 2022 02/22/2022

3 Home Loan Program Updates For 2022 QOTD; Have There Been Any Updates To Home Loans This Year? While there aren't changes each year to every loan type; there can be changes made for the following year. This typically happens in Oct or Nov so lenders have enough time to make the adjustments and update clients as well. Stay tuned... Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: **Spotify Music: ... Matt Johnson REALTOR - Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners 620.794.1032 /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/22219580

3 Causes Of Ice Forming On Inside Windows 02/21/2022

3 Causes Of Ice Forming On Inside Windows QOTD; What Causes Ice Inside Windows? This isn't something that should happen regularly. If one of your kids asks you this question, I would recommend asking them why they thought of this! That's how today's QOTD came to light. My youngest asked me and b/c he's 12 he didn't tell me why he asked, and of course I didn't think to ask. Stay tuned... Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: **Spotify Music: ... Matt Johnson REALTOR - Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners 620.794.1032 /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/22206194

5 Tips For Designing A Wet Bar 02/18/2022

5 Tips For Designing A Wet Bar QOTD; Are Wet Bars Still A Thing? Not just wet bars but bars in general have been entertaining people long before the plandemic hit. Homeowners have been converting basement space into wet bars, dry bars, home theaters, and more for years. Let's discuss the differences between a wet bar vs dry and some tips to get y'all started! Stay tuned... Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: **Spotify Music: ... Matt Johnson REALTOR - Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners 620.794.1032 /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/22182755

3 Things To Know When Choosing Whole House Filtration Systems 02/17/2022

3 Things To Know When Choosing Whole House Filtration Systems QOTD; What Is A Whole Home Water Filtration System? This is a question I've received multiple times from buyer clients while touring houses. I didn't really give it much thought b/c I grew up with these and working at Sears; I sold a number of these systems as well. Let's get into it and dig into Whole Home Filtration Systems! Stay tuned... Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: **Spotify Music: ... Matt Johnson REALTOR - Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners 620.794.1032 /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/22169870

3 Need To Knows About Frost Free Faucets 02/16/2022

3 Need To Knows About Frost Free Faucets QOTD; Should I Buy Frost Free Faucets? Cold weather can not only be difficult for people and pets to deal with, but also their homes as well. Unfortunately, many homeowners often forget to take care of their home like they do their families and pets. This is where potential issues come into play during winter months; like leaks, freezing pipes, or even busted pipes. Today we'll talk about a little preventative maintenance that can be done to protect your home and love ones. Stay tuned... Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: **Spotify Music: ... Matt Johnson REALTOR - Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners 620.794.1032 /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/22157126

3 Recommendations To Make Remodel Dollars Go Further 02/15/2022

3 Recommendations To Make Remodel Dollars Go Further QOTD; Is There A Better Way To Spend Remodeling Dollars? IF you've every remodeled your home chances are you've done it wrong or possibly out of order. We've discussed Top 5 ROIs for home as well as Worst 5 Returns. What we haven't discussed and we'll cover today; is there a better way to get it done? I believe so and I want to share it with y'all! Stay tuned... Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: **Spotify Music: ... Matt Johnson REALTOR - Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners 620.794.1032 /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/22141670

3 Improvements To Optimize HVAC System 02/14/2022

3 Improvements To Optimize HVAC System QOTD; Could My HVAC System Run Better Than It Does Now? Today is Valentine's Day and we should not only show some love to those special in our lives, but also to our HVAC system. These work hard year round to keep our homes consistently cool or warm. Why not help them run more efficiently! Stay tuned... Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: **Spotify Music: ... Matt Johnson REALTOR - Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners 620.794.1032 /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/22127792

3 Basics of Home Winterization 02/11/2022

3 Basics of Home Winterization QOTD; Should I Winterize My Home? This is usually a topic of conversation for many around Halloween time. Temperatures start getting cooler and nights are much colder. Is winterization important? Does everyone need to winterize their homes? Stay tuned... Listen to previous episodes on **Apple Podcasts: **Spotify Music: ... Matt Johnson REALTOR - Keller Williams Realty Diamond Partners 620.794.1032 /episode/index/show/mattjohnsonsells/id/22103207

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