Real Estate Radio Now with Bello Dimora

Too many real estate agents in today’s market are saying things like, “This market is so crazy!” Or “The speed of this market is unreal… OMG!!” … I say “Really?!” Seriously.. compared to what exactly? Are we not just feeding the fear and anxiety by adding language to the industry …

Produced and recorded by Steve Shuff. This is the second entry of 2017; Steve discusses his big why and why a positive mindset is so very important to the team. www.bellodimora.com www.realestateradionow.com

Too many times I have set goals for myself, and missing with amazing accuracy. No longer. This podcast episode is a broadcast to the universe, stating the goals and intentions for Bello Dimora in the year 2017. It is with commitment and conviction that we start this year, and knowing …

Recorded in Austin, Tx from KW Mega Camp 2016. Takeaways, Reflections, and overall good stuff from Steve Shuff, Katie Messenger, and for the first time on the podcast, Ruth Flath. Produced by Steve Shuff Visit http://www.realestateradionow.com http://www.bellodimora.com and thank you for subscribing to the podcast.

How many times have you set a goal for yourself and worked toward it? How many times have you hit that goal? How many times have you fallen short, and said “Hey, that’s OK. I did the best I could.” If you are anything like me, you have most likely …

The market is moving fast, and as Forrest Gump says, “That’s all I have to say about that.” Yeah, is moving fast. Whether you are in a fast moving market, or slow.. a seller’s market, or not.. should you choose to make a move be sure you are with the …

It’s fast, it’s crazy, it’s out of control… or is that only perception? In a fast pace market, why would it be necessary to hurry up and make careless mistakes… only to have the deal fall apart? Everybody just take a deep breath… and slow down. The well educated home …

When the real estate market is moving at a fast pace, people sometimes respond in such a way that truly resembles panic. Typically, this is fueled by fear. This is added to the natural questions that come up when selling a home, specifically the natural fear of “what if I …

As important as real estate is, from time to time we venture off the beaten path and discuss things that can transcend strategies of negotiating win win situations and adhearing to contract deadlines. In this episode, Steve Shuff and Rob St John of Real Estate Radio Now sit down with …

These 5 Mistakes to Avoid to Keep Your Home Sale Together might be obvious on the surface. However, in the heat of the moment it can be easy to lose sight of the prize. Emotions can run high and logic can go out the window. In this episode, Rob St …

In this episode, Rob talks about the 6 signs that you might see while selling your home that may prove to be indications that you need to lower your price. No matter the condition of any property, or even location... one thing is true; price can cure all things. Are you currently on the market and not seeing the activity you would hope to see? OR maybe you are seeing a ton of activity with no offers. Maybe it is possible you ahve been on the market  longer than similar homes in your area. Sometimes you have a deadline, you may be transferred with a job, or you have secured another home. It's time to make an adjustment. Upgrades are sometimes necessary, but the homeowner may not have the resources to make that happen. Lastly, you always have to keep an eye on the competition. If the competition has changed, so does your marketing strategy. These are the signs that may be occurring that might spark interest in a price change. Rob St John, with Bello Dimora Real Estate Professionals, takes you down this path and further explains each of these scenarios. Hosted by Steve Shuff, Real Estate Radio Now is brought to you by Bello Dimora Real Estate Professionals of Keller Williams Louisville East, online at www.bellodimora.com, and Audible; start your 30 day free trial of Audible by visiting http://www.audibletrial.com/realestateradionow.

This episode is brought to you by Bello Dimora Real Estate Professionals and is hosted by Steve Shuff along with Rob St John. Katie Messenger, Lead Buyer Specialist for Bello Dimora, speaks on the topic of the home buying process. She explores the "now what" with each phase. So, you've decided to buy a home... now what!? Buying a house can be complicated and sometimes confusing. Whether it is your first time purchasing a home, or a move up or down, the truth is this: Things always change. So just because you purchased a home 5 years ago, don't assume that the process is the same. Most likely in today's fast-paced culture, most may be the same, but enough has changed to cause confusion. In this episode, there are six steps we will cover that can get you started on the way to home ownership. Step 1: Seek the guidance of a professional. Find a real estate agent... one who you trust. Real estate agents are trained professionals whose obligation is it to work in the best interest of their client. (Let's just get this out of the way shall we?) Though in Kentucky, it is legal to for one agent to represent home sellers and home buyers in the same transaction; Bello Dimora does not practice this version of dual agency. Though still considered a form of dual agency, Bello Dimora does not allow one agent to represent both parties in a given transaction. Regardless, talk to trusted friends and family who have worked with a professional in the past.. extra points if that professional has continued to stay in touch with them after their transaction closed! Step 2: Seek out a mortgage professional. If you landed a trusted real estate agent in step 1, trust their advice on whom you should talk to about your mortgage options. Shop around if you must, but not for the lowest interest rate, rather look for service. Can you walk in to their office, knock on their door, and sit down face to face? Personally, I think that's important, maybe more so than any other factor. The likelihood of closing (and closing on time) goes up significantly when you can get face to face. Look for those professionals who specialize in mortgages, and ask about multiple products. Not all lenders can offer the same products, and that could be a differentiator as well. Step 3: Begin the home search. Sites like zillow and trulia can be a good starting point. However, to see the very latest in active homes available, you'll want to use a site like bellodimora.com or your local agent's website. Most times, all of the sites feature the same properties due to an internet data exchange agreement amongst all brokers in an area. However, it is possible that a brokerage in your area does not participate. In that case, you will need to look at their data specifically in order to see their properties that are for sale. Ask you agent for more information. Together with your agent, you will put together a plan for identifying homes. Finding the right home never comes without compromise. Be sure to be vocal about your likes and dislikes about a given home. Keeping that information to yourself will only lengthen the amount of time spent looking for a home, potentially missing that hidden jewel. By the way, there are some homes that never make it to market. Ask your agent what his or her strategy is for getting you into those homes. Step 4: Negotiate. This is one of the main reasons... if not THE MAIN reason your hire your agent of choice. Let's face it, anyone can find a home... at least the ones that are available (see step 3). However, the strength of your agent will be found in the negotiations. If you have a strong agent, listen to them. They have experience that they will share with you. They understand the psychology of human nature and the reactions to certain requests or demands. There is more than one way to skin a cat... so again, ask questions and be vocal. If you are empowered, this could be a very fun time for you. However,

There comes a time in every homeowners life when they are faced with a question: Is it time to renovate, or should we look at making a move? It's a common question and the top three concerns that arise typically revolve around Budget, Time, and Return on Investment. This episode addresses these concerns and provides insight on how you might begin thinking about these in order to have a renovation success! Brought to you by Bello Dimora Real Estate Professionals of Keller Williams Louisville East, this episode is hosted by Steve Shuff.