On this week's episode of "Open House with Team Reba", we discuss how the real estate and mortgage industries have adapted during the pandemic and its economic impact. Want more information on how we can help you buy or sell your home? Contact us at [email protected] Support the show
On this week's episode of "Open House with Team Reba", we discuss how to take advantage of the real estate market during the pandemic. We would like to help you by discussing some best practices of buying or selling your home. Contact us at [email protected] Support the show
On this week's episode of "Open House with Team Reba", we discuss the impact of the West Seattle Bridge Construction on the local real estate market. And updates of the current interest rate trends and home equity. We want to help you find your dream home or sell your home so reach out to us at [email protected]. Support the show
On this week's episode of "Open House with Team Reba", we discuss how the real estate and mortgage industries have adapted during the current crisis. This includes the new COVID-19 showing regulations. We also talk about the benefits of supplemental condo insurance and appropriately evaluating buyer needs. We would like to help you sell or buy your still looking to buy or sell your home. Contact us at [email protected] Support the show...
On this week's episode of "Open House with Team Reba", we discuss how the real estate and mortgage industries have adapted during the current crisis. We went from being shut down completely for a week to being considered "limited essential", so if you're still looking to buy or sell and have questions, please let us know! [email protected] Support the show
On this week's episode of "Open House with Team Reba", Reba and Eric discuss the current COVID-19 pandemic and how it is affecting the real estate and mortgage markets. They look at the current numbers and charts to bring you real information on what you can expect. We know that a lot of our customers are feeling nervous and have questions about the market, so we've decided to answer all of your questions LIVE on Facebook this Tuesday 4/7 and Friday 4/10 at 1:00pm. Click here...
*This episode was recorded before the large scale mass gathering shutdown, and Gov. Inslee's "Stay Home, Stay Healthy" order. So, the first segment may not have full relevance, but the information in the rest of the show is still applicable.* On this episode of "Open House with Team Reba", Reba and Eric discuss local home values during prior pandemics and talk about how the current crisis may affect values in the long-term. They also talk about the economy overall and gi...
On this week's episode of "Open House with Team Reba", we discuss the recent trend of BRRRR seminars–the good, the bad, and the downright ugly. BRRRR stands for “buy, renovate, rent, refinance”, and is the new "flip-it and get rich" system being touted online and in ads. We discuss this system in-depth, from the perspective of two people who are investors and believe in real estate investing, and share with you a few technical hurdles you won't hear about in those s...
On this past weekend's episode of "Open House with Team Reba" Reba and Eric covered a number of really great topics, including PMI tax deductions, local market snapshots, refinancing, and detached additional dwelling units (DADUs). First up PMI Tax Credits: Congress actually did a good thing, can you believe it!? They reinstated the mortgage insurance premium tax deduction for eligible borrowers - and it applies retroactively from 2018-2020. What that means is if you paid less tha...
This Week on ‘Open House’, Reba and Eric welcomed Mike Olden, Vice President of Sales and Education for the American Reporting Company . They provide credit reporting and settlement services to the mortgage lending communities. Together they covered topics including: Credit reporting updates that affect consumers and lenders. Are all credit scores alike? Which credit scores are used by lenders? What are a few things consumers can do to improve credit scores? Steps to help prevent identity fraud,...
On this episode of "Open House with Team Reba", we welcome Reba back from her trip to Bali. She's all refreshed and amped up for our upcoming first-time homebuyer class on Feb 29th, leap day, from 9:30am-1:30pm. If you or someone you know wants to leap into homeownership, this class can give you access to programs like zero money down, downpayment assistance, reduced PMI, and reduced interest rates. This class is packed with detailed info on the buying process, what to look out fo...
On this episode of "Open House with Team Reba", Reba and Eric give you an update on the local real estate and mortgage markets. Eric starts out by describing what he's calling "The Corona Rally", which is how the Corona Virus (and other viruses and events) affect the mortgage market and can drive down rates. Speaking of rates, they're looking pretty good right now, and if you're a veteran there are special programs available to you. Listen in for more info. Our...
On this week's episode of "Open House with Team Reba", Reba and Eric welcome Jill Leon, Outreach and Marketing Specialist for Providence ElderPlace. Providence ElderPlace is a PACE program (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly). Those enrolled with ElderPlace receive complete medical care, medications, medical supplies, adult daycare, in-home care, care coordination, transportation and more. Visit here to learn more about their services . At the start of the show, Reba an...
On this week's episode of "Open House with Team Reba", Reba and Eric welcomed Steve Tockey, Principal Consultant at Constru x, which is a local software development best practices firm. Steve consults on active development projects and teaches software requirements, design, quality, and software project management. Together they discuss best practices in the tech industry, and Steve's two books " Return on Software: Maximizing the Return on Your Software Investment "...
On this episode of "Open House with Team Reba", Reba and Eric discuss a few great events upcoming in the Seattle area: January 24th thru February 1st - Seattle Boat Show Dive into some of the awesome events and attractions at this year’s show—from free boat rides to craft beer. Show attractions are spread throughout both locations, so make sure to stop by both venues for the full Seattle Boat Show experience. Purchase tickets here Tuesday, Jan. 28 - Celebrity Dinner and Meet & Gree...
Welcome back to another great episode of "Open House with Team Reba". This week, Reba and Eric welcomed Chef Tony Parker, who is the Head Chef of the Culinary Arts Program at Renton Technical College, and Carrie Shaw, who is the Executive Director of the Renton Technical College Foundation. They talk about how renowned New York Chef Angie Mar is bringing her passion for all things luxury and meat to Renton Technical College on Tuesday, January 28th! Chef Mar is a Seattle native and the...
This week, Reba and Eric welcomed to the show Nella Hawks, President of the Daffodil Scholarship Foundation. She spoke about the Pierce County Daffodil Festival, and the Scholarship Foundation which awards each of the 23 Daffodil Princesses with a $2,000 scholarship to the post-secondary school of their choice. Held on April 4th, the Pierce County Daffodil Festival is a community event aimed at promoting education, leadership and local pride in Pierce County. The Grand Floral Parade travels thro...
This week, Reba and Eric start out the show by discussing Boeing; what will happen now that they have halted production of the 737 MAX? Will employee's who are able to retire take retirement? And which local college is training students on how to replace those retirees? Eric gives some advice on how to protect yourself when someone is trying to separate you from your money. He gives an example of a friend who was not only taken advantage of, but in the process unknowingly ruined his credit ...
On this week's episode, Reba and Eric give their predictions for 2020. What will happen with interest rates? Which areas will see the most development? Where will values be going up? Listen to the show to hear what they have to say on those topics. Speaking of 2020, Reba mentions how her team's goal for the next year is to help at least 78 families in buying or selling a home. If you are a first-time homebuyer, you could be eligible for up to 5% of your loan in downpayment assistance, ...
On this week's episode of "Open House with Team Reba", Reba and Eric welcome one of their favorite guests, Sean Martin - Executive Director of the Rental Housing Association of Washington. They talk about important topics impacting both investors and tenants, housing rights, affordable housing, new laws, and much more. First up is Eric's mortgage update. Rates are holding relatively steady. There are signs the economy is going better than we thought, with the builder confiden...
On this week's episode of "Open House with Team Reba", Reba and Eric talk about what's REALLY going on in the local market. Questions like; Where are all the listings? Is now a bad time to sell? Is it still a sellers market? Will interest rates go up/down? and much more. But first, Eric starts by giving you your mortgage update and it's all pretty great news. There were 266k new jobs created in Nov, one of the highest we've seen. The unemployment rate is the lowest ...
On this episode of "Open House with Team Reba", we're discussing ways to keep your home and pets safe this holiday season with our special guest Gerald Grinter of Threshold Nosh and Dwell Home Insurance. We discuss ways in which you are protected with Home Insurance and what to keep in mind during the holiday season. Some quick things you can do right now to protect your pets; be sure to turn off your string lights at night, keep poinsettia plants away from the reach of cats, and ...
On this week's episode of 'Open House with Team Reba', Reba and Eric discuss several ways you can protect yourself from pitfalls in real estate & financing. They provide real-world case studies and their opinions on how these pitfalls could've been avoided. At the top of the show, Eric gives you your mortgage update, highlighting that 2019 has been the best year for mortgage rates since 2011. There are a few things we need to keep an eye on moving forward, so listen to th...
On this week's episode of 'Open House with Team Reba', Reba and Eric talk about the things that they're thankful for, like; a strong housing market and local economy, the amazing guests we've had on the radio show, the first-time homebuyers we've helped educate, our amazing listeners like you, and much more! Support the show
On this week's episode, Reba and Eric discuss changes in real estate happening nationwide and locally. Listen in for a really informative talk on what you can expect! And as always, Eric starts out the show with your mortgage update. Tune in every Saturday at 2pm on AM1590 The Answer, or subscribe to our podcast to hear us weekly. Support the show
Recently we learned our good friend Tim Burkart, who is a friend of the show and a longtime personal contact and colleague of ours, passed away in early October. Tim was on the show back in Sept of 2016, and in the honor of his memory and his wisdom we are replaying his show. There may be some dated references, so listeners, as we always recommend, get confident advisors to consider your own personal situation. But today let's listen to Tim, who was a partner with KHBB Law, talk about estat...
On this week's episode, Reba and Eric discuss mortgage and market updates, their upcoming first-time homebuyer class on November 7th, and a special tour of the MyKabin 'Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit', and many other items. Support the show
On this weekend's edition of 'Open House with Team Reba' radio show, Reba and Eric welcomed Andy Wappler, from Puget Sound Energy, to talk about the proposed ban on gas in new construction in Seattle. They also give an update on 'Energize Eastside' and planning for winter storms. Support the show
On this week's episode, Reba and Eric discuss several topics in a good news / bad news format. They kick off the show by announcing how low interest rates are back! So if you're looking for your window, now might be the time. Of course, we don't know how long it will last. If you have questions, or would like Eric to run some numbers for you, contact him at [email protected] or 206-915-3742. They then talk about current news in real estate and financing. Including; how Boein...
On this week's episode, Eric kicks the show with off with his market rate update. He explains how the recent sales of soybeans to China might indicate a cooling in the trade war, and how that might influence interest rates. Then Reba and Eric discuss a few recent articles that have been published, such as "August Home Prices are Static in King, but Soared in Kitsap and Pierce Counties" , "Seattle City Council to consider ban on natural gas for new homes, buildings" , and...
