Keeping It Real Estate

Mistakes can be very costly when buying and selling a home, which is why we work with clients to make them aware of potential pitfalls during the process. If you’re in the market for a home now, you’ll want to keep an eye out for these seven mistakes that have been plaguing people in 2021.   Read more here: https://keepingitrealestatepodcast.com/buying/ep-91-top-7-homebuyer-mistakes-of-2021/716/    See our listings: https://www.bensonbrokergroup.com/    What we discuss on […]

It’s time to take another look at the top real estate headlines and find out if the same trends are happening here in Oregon. Today we’ll talk crowdfunding investments, a rise in affordable listings, and the reasons searches are taking a while.   Show Notes: https://keepingitrealestatepodcast.com/headlines/ep-90-recent-headlines-crowdfunding-affordable-listings-long-searches/708/    See our listings: https://www.bensonbrokergroup.com/    What we discuss on this episode:  0:44 – Crowdfunding real estate investments 3:32 – A rise in affordable […]

When it comes time to start drawing up an offer, what all is negotiable during the home-buying process? On this episode, we’ll take you into some of those discussions and provide you with the insight you need to get the most out of your next purchase.   Read more: https://keepingitrealestatepodcast.com/buying/ep-89-negotiable-parts-of-the-buying-process/703/    See our listings: https://www.bensonbrokergroup.com/    What we discuss on this episode:  1:01 – Repairs 2:15 – Time to Close […]

Today we take four of your real estate questions and answer them on the show. From square footage discrepancies to home values to finding a home to use as an AirBNB, we’ll cover a range of topics on this episode.   Read more and get additional resources here: https://keepingitrealestatepodcast.com/mailbag/ep-88-answering-your-real-estate-questions/695/    See our listings: https://www.bensonbrokergroup.com/    What we discuss on this episode:  0:41 – Mailbag question on square footage discrepancies 3:55 […]

This year continues to be a busy one for real estate, but what does that date tell us after the first quarter of 2021? Today we’ll look at three national headlines on sales, buyer confidence, and the possibility of a real estate bubble and find out if Colleen is seeing the same things on the west coast.   Read more and get additional resources here: https://keepingitrealestatepodcast.com/buying/ep-87-examining-first-quarter-headlines-sales-buyer-confidence-and-a-bubble/690/    See our listings: […]

It always helps to hear stories from other people that go through the buying and selling process so today we’re featuring three closing recaps. Each of these real-life examples spotlights a unique or interesting process that a member of our team with through with a client.   Read more: https://keepingitrealestatepodcast.com/headlines/ep-86-3-closing-recap-stories/684/    See our listings: https://www.bensonbrokergroup.com/    What we discuss on this episode:  1:57 – Closing recap #1 on spec homes […]

It’s time to open up the mailbag and answer your questions about the home buying process. Today we’ll dive into paying cash, selling while the market is high, using a discount brokerage, and sellers backing out.   Read more and get additional resources here: https://keepingitrealestatepodcast.com/buying/ep-84-mailbag-questions-about-the-home-buying-process/679/    See our listings here: https://www.bensonbrokergroup.com/    What we discuss on this episode:  0:34 – Mailbag question on paying cash vs loan 2:24 – Mailbag […]

With the current state of the real estate market in Oregon, we don’t always see appraisals line up with purchase prices. So what happens in those situations? We’ll tell you on this episode of the podcast and answer a few other questions that you sent in.   Read more and get additional resources here: https://keepingitrealestatepodcast.com/mailbag/ep-84-mailbag-what-happens-when-appraisal-doesnt-match-price/668/    See our listings: https://www.bensonbrokergroup.com/    What we discuss on this episode:  0:34 – Mailbag […]

Today we look across the country to see what trends are popular for homeowners and buyers. From flooring to appliances to energy efficiency, we’ll get Colleen’s reaction to these trends. Plus, we’ll find out what day of the week is best to list a home.   Read more and get additional resources here: https://keepingitrealestatepodcast.com/headlines/ep-83-popular-home-upgrades-more-national-trends/642/    See our listings: https://bensonbrokergroup.com/     What we discuss on this episode:  0:50 – Best day […]