Real Estate Crunch
Real Estate Crunch is about giving your real and honest thoughts about real estate. We strive to provide you with real answers and real information about everything to do with Real Estate. The Real Estate Crunch podcast is for anyone interested in real estate, property, land, eco-friendly housing alternatives - anything to do with real estate, real property, and real life. Check out our blog - real-estate-crunch.com
Episodes
107 episodes
How Can You Negotiate the Best Price When Buying a Home?
Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make, and negotiating the right price is key. A strong negotiation strategy can save you thousands or help you secure your dream home. In this episode, we share expert tips to ...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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7:27
Is It Safe to Move Back In Right After Home Renovations?
When you renovate your home, you picture a sparkling, refreshed space awaiting you at the finish line. But is it really safe to move back in right away? The answer is yes—but only if the work is fully completed, everything is dry and undamaged,...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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4:54
How Do Rising Interest Rates Impact Homebuyers and Sellers?
Interest rates play a crucial role in the housing market, shaping home affordability and influencing buyer and seller decisions. Since most homebuyers rely on mortgages, even small rate changes can significantly impact borrowing costs. Rising i...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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5:07
What Makes Property Values Go Up Over Time?
Buying a piece of real estate is a huge investment, so understanding what drives property appreciation is essential. Property values increase due to factors like location, market demand, and economic growth, making it a crucial consideration fo...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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5:16
What Common Mistakes Do Home Sellers Make—and How Can You Avoid Them?
Selling a home can be a complex and emotional process. For most people, it’s one of their most significant undertakings, and mistakes can lead to delays, lower offers, or even a failed sale. In this episode of Real Estate Crunch, Anita...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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7:17
When Should You Buy a Home? Key Insights into the Real Estate Market
The real estate market is an ever-changing environment influenced by various factors, from seasonal trends to economic conditions. If you're considering purchasing a home, timing is key to determining how much you’ll pay and how smooth the buyi...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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6:44
What Are the 5 Main Types of Real Estate Investments and Which One Is Right for You?
Real estate has long been regarded as a reliable and potentially lucrative investment avenue. However, not all real estate properties are created equal. According to the National Council of Real Estate Investment Fiduciaries (NCREIF), the five ...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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7:53
Is Urban or Suburban Living the Better Real Estate Investment?
The debate between urban and suburban living has evolved with shifting demographics, work trends, and economic realities. For real estate investors, deciding where to invest—city centers or suburban neighborhoods—depends on key factors like pro...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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7:57
Fixed or Variable Rate Mortgages: Which One Is Right for You?
Choosing between a fixed-rate and a variable-rate mortgage is a crucial financial decision for homebuyers. Your choice depends on factors like your comfort with risk, the stability you seek, and how much predictability you need in monthly payme...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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6:17
How Are AI and Virtual Tours Revolutionizing Real Estate?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries across the globe, and the real estate sector is no exception. From predictive property analytics to immersive virtual reality (VR) tours, these technologies are redefining how properties a...
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Season 3
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Episode 32
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4:51
What Makes A Place A Great Place To Invest In Real Estate? 8 Reasons
Investing in real estate is one of the most significant financial decisions many people make, and the question of where to invest often arises. In this episode of Real Estate Crunch, Anita explores the essential factors that define a g...
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Season 3
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Episode 31
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6:12
What Makes A Neighborhood The Perfect Place To Call Home?
Your dream home isn’t just about the house—it’s about the neighborhood! The right area can boost your quality of life, ensure safety, and offer a place you’ll love for years to come. Whether you’re looking for top schools, a sense of community,...
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Season 3
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Episode 30
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6:23
What Are Your Rights and Responsibilities as a Tenant in the U.S.?
Renting a home or apartment comes with a set of rights and responsibilities for both tenants and landlords. Understanding tenant rights and responsibilities is crucial for fostering a harmonious living environment and ensuring that legal obliga...
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Season 3
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Episode 29
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8:33
Do Landlords Need To Provide You With A Fire Extinguisher?
Safety is a paramount concern for both tenants and landlords when it comes to rental properties. One common question is whether landlords are required to provide fire extinguishers. In this comprehensive guide, we explore the legal requirements...
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Season 3
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Episode 28
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6:11
Do Landlords Have to Provide Air Conditioning?
As temperatures rise globally, many renters are questioning whether landlords are obligated to provide air conditioning. This concern is especially relevant for tenants in hotter climates, where lack of AC can severely impact daily life. The an...
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Season 3
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Episode 27
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7:26
Can Landlords Raise Your Rent? A Comprehensive Tenants Guide
Renters across the country are feeling the pressure of rising prices, with more renters than affordable properties in many areas. This often gives landlords an upper hand in raising rental prices. What can you do if your landlord raises your re...
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Season 3
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Episode 26
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7:20
What Are the Key Rights and Responsibilities of Landlords in the U.S.?
Being a landlord involves balancing rights and responsibilities that ensure proper management of rental properties and fair treatment of tenants. In this episode of Real Estate Crunch, host Anita explores 15 essential rights and respon...
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Season 3
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Episode 25
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10:52
How Can You Master Your Final Walk-through Checklist in Real Estate?
Embarking on the path of real estate purchasing is an adventure filled with critical milestones, including the final walk-through. This crucial step ensures that the property meets your expectations and standards. We'll explore key components o...
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Season 3
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Episode 24
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5:24
What Do Banks and Mortgage Companies Look for When Approving a Mortgage?
Securing a mortgage is a significant financial commitment and a critical step towards homeownership. Not everyone who applies for a mortgage gets approved, as banks and mortgage companies have stringent criteria to ensure borrowers can manage t...
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Season 3
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Episode 23
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6:08
What Are the Basics of Market Economies?
Tune in to the Real Estate Crunch podcast hosted by Anita to explore the basics of market economies. A market economy is a system where economic decisions and the pricing of goods and services are guided by the interactions of a country’s citiz...
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Season 3
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Episode 22
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5:57
What's the Difference Between Fixed-Rate and Adjustable-Rate Mortgages?
Two primary mortgage types are often considered when looking at home financing options: fixed-rate mortgages and adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs). Each mortgage type offers distinct advantages and potential drawbacks, depending on the borrower’...
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Season 3
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Episode 21
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5:30
What Are Zombie Mortgages and How Can You Protect Yourself?
There’s been increasing discussion about a term known as “Zombie Mortgage.” Many homeowners have found themselves unexpectedly dealing with this type of mortgage. A zombie mortgage usually happens with a second mortgage. It occurs when a homeow...
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Season 3
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Episode 20
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6:00
What Are Mortgages and Why Do They Matter?
When buying a house, most people will put down a down payment and then pay off the remaining balance through a mortgage. However, many may not realize that, over time, they pay more than the home’s actual value due to interest. It’s interesting...
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Season 3
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Episode 19
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5:13
Why Is Understanding the Assessed Value of a Home Crucial for Buyers?
Tune in to Real Estate Crunch with Anita as we explore why understanding the assessed value of a home is crucial for buyers. Many buyers use the assessed value to gauge the property’s overall worth and to ensure they are not overpaying. By comp...
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Season 3
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Episode 18
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5:49
Is Kelo v. City of New London a Case of Eminent Domain Abuse?
Join Anita on Real Estate Crunch as she delves into the landmark Supreme Court decision in Kelo v. City of New London and its impact on eminent domain laws. Susette Kelo and her neighbors were forcibly removed from their properties under the pr...
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Season 3
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Episode 17
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7:03
