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The Southwest Iowa Association of REALTORS started this podcast to keep members informed of what is happening at SWIAR, how members can get involved, and to also provide you valuable and educational information so that you can better run your business! Each week, we'll feature members, affiliates, and other guests to keep you updated on what is happening!
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Bug-Z is a long-time affiliate and friend of the Southwest Iowa Association of REALTORS and while you may know of them as your local termite inspection company during a real estate transaction, that is just the beginning! Bug-Z helps control a wide variety of pests and, in this epsiode, offers up some tricks of the trade to prevent and control pests like wood-destroying insects, bees, spiders, mice, etc, and how Bug-Z can help. Bug-Z can be reached by calling 402-991-4005 or by visiting http://bugzpest.net/
Lindsey Bogardus is the branch manager and an escrow officer at Ambassador Title Services in Council Bluffs, Iowa! In this episode, Lindsey talks about the importance of title insurance, who needs it and why, exceptions to title policies, what they're seeing in terms of number of closings in the existing marketplace, & more! Lindsey can be contacted by email at lbogardus@atsomaha.com or by phone at 402-884-4513.
Rob Gazda is an experienced real estate broker and was offered a position with Forewarn over 5 years ago. The SWIAR safety committee hosts this episode to raise awareness for REALTOR Safety Month and to discuss the history and success of Forewarn, why you should use it, and what it offers to keep you safe. Rob shares all of this plus a few personal stories.
Greta Haas is our guest on this week's epsiode and is the Government Affairs Director for the Iowa REALTOR Association (IAR). Greta and Amy discuss legislation that the Iowa Association of REALTORS have helped lobby to pass this year, including new laws regarding HOA's, consumer protection, and licensee liability - specifically an agent's duty of care to a property, as well as what you can expect when it comes to legislation. Greta can be reached at greta@iowarealtors.com
John Dresher is not only a real estate agent at Heartland Properties and a member of the Southwest Iowa Association of REALTORS, but also an American Family Insurance agent, and an expert in both fields. On this episode, John discusses recent changes in the insurance industry, tips for saving money or improving your insurance, risks to watch out for, how inflation is impacting the industry, and more. John is licensed in AZ, FL, IA, KS, MN, MO, and NE, and can be reached at 712-325-4910 or https://www.amfam.com/agents/iowa/council-bluffs/john-dresher.
Dylan Dravland, NMLS #2062433, is a Mortgage Advisor with NEO Home Loans and is part of the Montelongo Team located in Council Bluffs, Iowa. In this episode, Dylan talks to SWIAR members about coaching buyers on rates, when it's the right time to buy, and what he predicts the market will do over the next 12-18 months. Dylan can be reached at https://dylandravland.neohomeloans.com/
Thanks to the SWIAR Safety Committee, Dave Nelson with C.O.B.R.A, a self defense training academy out of Des Moines, IA, is coming to Council Bluffs on Sept. 19th! Listen to what is in store for the course on this episode and be sure to register for the course on www.IowaRealtors.com. The course will be held at Rivers Edge Pavillion from 11am-1pm on Sept. 19th. Learn more about C.O.B.R.A. at https://cobradesmoinesia.com/
Nate Jaeger, manager at Green Title & Escrow, tells us how title insurance works & why it is so important during a real estate transaction. Nate can be contacted by visited www.greentitleomaha.com!
Amy Svoboda, Jesse Skudler, and Drew Rowe, discuss common questions and concerns agents have in regards to MLS rules and regulations, including a friendly reminder regarding a recent change when it comes to your listing photos!
Rachel Pierce, Mortgage Loan Specialist & Loan Officer with Benchmark Mortgage Omaha (NMLS #623836) has built her career based upon building genuine, authentic, and meaningful relationships with her clients and business partners. Rachel offers up a lot of golden nuggets to that will help you stay top of mind and deepen relationships with your clients and lender partners as a REALTOR. Rachel can be reached at 402-933-1527!
This episode features Rebecca Castle, who is part of SWINT (Southwest Iowa Nature Trails), which oversees the Wabash Trace Nature Trail. The Trace runs 63 miles and over 72 bridges through scenic Southwest Iowa and is the beneficiary of our 36th annual SWIAR golf bash! Learn more about the trail at https://www.wabashtrace.org/ and sponsor a hole or register your team for the golf bash taking place on Sept. 14th at www.SWIARgolfbash.com!
This month, Amy Haggstrom, 2023 SWIAR President, & Amy Svoboda, SWIAR Executive Director attended the annual REALTOR Legislative Meetings in Washington, DC. On this episode the SWIAR Podcast, Amy & Amy discuss what they learned, what the experts had to say, a recap of the current law suits that affect all REALTORS, how Aritificial Intelligence is affecting our industry, & more.
Erin Trescott is a Senior Loan Officer with Guild Mortgage and can be reached at 402.315.4549. Erin busts current myths in the mortgage world that she is hearing from REALTORS & clients, including debates regarding down payments, rates, bridge loans, & more!
Kim Stephens, Managing Broker and NE & IA REALTOR at kwELITE in Omaha, NE, is a self-made short sale expert! Kim tells us her personal story, as well as what a short sale is, how the short sale process works, and how she has helped her clients avoid foreclosure! Kim can be reached at 402-203-9106!
Klaire Cross with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, Ambassador Real Estate, and Rachelle Edwards with Heartland Properties, invite you to join them at the Your Professional Network event May 3, 2023 at The Porch. Klaire and Rachelle expain what YPN is, what the committee does, and how to get involved!
Jay Kathol of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Ambassador Real Estate, has a lot of experience in foreclosures - selling, managing & even investing himself. Listen in this week as Jay discusses how he got into the business, what goes into selling foreclosures, how to find them, and what he predicts the market will do in the near future. Jay has had some crazy experiences selling foreclosures, including but not limited to a frozen cat... you won't want to miss this tell-all episode!
This week, Shawn Lake and Alicia Frieze are in the studio to discuss fair housing, fair housing month, and an upcoming event featuring a FREE event for SWIAR members on April 26, 2023 at the Council Bluffs Public Library from 9:30-11. Angel Starks will be giving a presentation, "Everyone Wins", and discussing best practices for fair housing.
This week we turn the tables and SWIAR interviews our weekly host, Todd Studer. Todd is the owner of the Studios on South 4th, Todd Studer Productions, and is the manager and voice of the new Council Bluffs radio station, Bluffs Country 106.5. Learn more about Todd, his studio, and how audio recording, video, podcasting, and more can help you with your real estate business! Visit https://www.studioson4th.com/ to contact Todd Studer.
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