Teaching you the ins and outs of buying and selling homes from Salem to Portland, from the Oregon coast to Bend and throughout the Willamette Valley.
Your host is Colleen Benson of Benson Broker Group.
There can be some conflicting statements out there in the real estate world. There can also be statements that are generally accepted as “true” even though they may not be. Let’s take a look at some common sayings and strategies and determine if they are legitimate or just a myth.
Read MoreThere are all kinds of surveys that put buying or selling a home as one of the most stressful life events you can experience. It shouldn’t be that way. Let’s look at some of the things you can do to make the process a more positive experience.
Read MoreMillennials are making up a larger portion of luxury home buyers, but their desires and wants are a little different than the traditional luxury buyer. That’s changing the way builders are approaching the construction of high-end homes. Let’s discuss some of the changes that are starting to take place.
Read MoreWe all want to get a good deal when we buy a home. Sure, you want the home of your dreams, but if you can also call it a “steal” isn’t that the ultimate win-win? However, that pursuit of the perfect bargain home can backfire if you’re not careful. Let’s explore some of the ways buyers have shot themselves in the feet by making key mistakes in the hunt for a bargain buy.
Read MoreBuying and selling real estate is full of vocabulary terms that can be confusing to someone who doesn’t live in that world. Colleen will explain some real estate terms that you might come across, so that you can understand what they mean when you encounter them.
Read MoreEverybody has to start from somewhere. We’ll hear from Colleen about her early experiences in the real estate world and how they shaped her approach today. She’ll also give us a gripping story about how she once stopped a real estate scam from taking place.
Read MoreWe all make silly mistakes. But you want to avoid any kind of tomfoolery when it comes to buying or selling a home. Let’s cover some of the foolish mistakes people make in real estate so you won’t be left slapping your forehead with that “I can’t believe we just did that” look on your face.
Read MoreShows like Flip or Flop are popular these days. And you might be hearing and seeing a lot more commercials about house flipping seminars in your area. We won’t get into the “flipper’s” perspective this time around, however. What about the buyer? Is there anything the buyer should be aware of when purchasing a home that’s been “flipped”?
Read MoreRegardless of who you are, how much money you have, when and where you’re going to sell, these are some of the real estate facts you be sure you need to know. Make sure you aren’t left shrugging your shoulders to any of these important issues.
Read MoreThere are some practices in the real estate world that irk Colleen because they get in the way of a smooth home-buying and home-selling process. Let’s go over some of these major real estate pet peeves.
Read MoreWhen preparing to buy a home, it’s easy to overlook some of the expenses that go into the process. Sure, the down payment and loan are obvious, but there are several other costs you don’t want to overlook. Let’s spend some time discussing some of the “hidden” costs and fees involved in the home purchasing process.
Read MoreBack to basics on this week’s show. We’ll cover some key vocabulary/terms/lingo to know when it comes to buying and selling homes.
Read MoreWe’ll present Colleen with some general thoughts about buying and selling real estate, and she will tell us if each statement is fact or fiction.
Read MoreAs you shop around for real estate agents, it is vital to find one that’s right for you. We’ll examine which traits are most important for a realtor to have.
Read MoreDo you know the most widely agreed upon desire among home buyers? The answer might surprise you. Here’s a hint, it’s NOT dual toilets in the master bathroom (yeah, that’s a thing).
Read MoreBack to basics on this week’s show. We’ll cover some key vocabulary/terms/lingo to know when it comes to buying and selling homes.
Read MoreIn this episode, we’ll examine the different types of personalities you’ll find among real estate agents. We have The Hot Mess, The Barbie Doll, The Corporate Behemoth, The Dabbler, and The Personal Touch. Which qualities do you want to look for when you’re picking an agent to work with in the future? We’ll answer that question and more on this week’s episode.
Read MoreWe all have that favorite show on HGTV or one of the other DIY-type networks. We’ll ask Colleen to peel back the curtain on some of these shows to see what’s realistic about them and what isn’t. There are some important lessons to be learned from these shows, but also some important reality checks.
Read MoreCan we learn from the mistakes of others? Of course we can. Let’s take look at the top regrets of home buyers so we can be better informed for our next home purchase.
Read MoreThere are some common myths a lot of clients believe about real estate. We’ll dispel those myths on today’s show.
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