Real Estate in the 608

Real Estate in the 608 is an interview driven podcast, book-ended with reoccurring features. We will dig deeper in to all aspects of Madison home and rental property ownership. Guests will include partners from financing to plumbing, carpeting to drywall, even other agents/brokers.

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How much does it cost to replace a furnace? + coronavirus effects on the market

In the midst of the stay-at home order, Real Estate In the 608 takes a unique angle on the impact of the pandemic at the real estate market this time around. We dig deeper into the effects and get expert advice on the best ways to approach it. Our guest is Brian Olson from Dale’s Heating and Air Conditioning who gives us an honest take on what it costs to replace or upgrade your A/C and furnace, and whether those annual maintenance visits will really save you money in the long run. Brian joins I...

Mar 30, 2020•1 hr 13 min

An exclusive: The ice cream drama on Madison’s east side

There was a very public conversation about ice cream and the eastside of Madison in 2019, but some of the creamy details of the story are just coming to light. Ben and Adam invite Casey Davenport, owner of the soon to be open Atwood Scoop (the former Chocolate Shoppe ice cream store on Atwood Avenue) into the Real Estate in the 608 studios to talk about how the Madison east side ice cream saga played out. Casey joins In The 608 hosts Ben Anton and Adam Elliott, where we also get an exclusive tip...

Mar 07, 2020•1 hr 4 min

How do you get the best deal on insurance?

Are the best deals part of a bundle? How do you get the best deal on insurance, and how do you really know if you have enough coverage? More specifically, if you had a complete home loss, how do you know if your insurance will replace everything just the way you had it? Ben and Adam invite Jeff Furst of Thomas Bradley Insurance in Madison into the Real Estate in the 608 studios to talk everything you need to know about making sure your investment is protected. Jeff joins In The 608 hosts Ben Ant...

Feb 06, 2020•1 hr 4 min

Can hardwood floors increase your home value?

How hard is it to have hardwood floors? Will hardwood floors increase the value of your home? Should you replace or refinish your wood floors? Is there a way to fix a bad spot on a hardwood floor? Ben and Adam invite Michael Bonebreak of Madison Hardwood into the Real Estate in the 608 studios to kick off Season 2. We also talk about the number of times you can sand a hardwood floor before it turns to dust. Get advice on improving your home with the "Top Of The Hour Tip". Get up to date local re...

Jan 10, 2020•1 hr 3 min

The Holiday Episode

Ben and Adam would like to express our gratitude for each and everyone who listened to Real Estate in the 608 in 2019. It has been a fun journey, so we've packed this shortened episode with some holiday treats just for you. Can’t wait to be back in 2020.

Dec 18, 2019•17 min

F35s in Madison - the F is not for fun

We dive into a potential scenario in Madison where the embedding of F-35s could have disastrous consequences for affected parts of Madison and Blooming Grove and its housing market that might even look like discriminatory lending practices of the past. We’re also joined by Monona Bank Senior Vice President Micha Petersen is our guest for episode eleven where we learn about how a lender can be a key player in making sure real estate dreams become reality. Micha also tells us why right now is a go...

Nov 16, 2019•1 hr 11 min

Man About Monona: Lindsay Wood Davis -- Lessons learned while wading through the real estate waters

Radio legend and prolific Monona resident Lindsay Wood Davis is our guest for episode ten where we learn about our love of real estate near water, and how not to get soaked. We look at the lightning real estate lessons learned as Lindsay may have navigated more real estate moves that any man in Monona to date. Lindsay talks about his love of the lakes, love of being local and why you need to consider your neighbors first. Lindsay joins In The 608 hosts Ben Anton and Adam Elliott, where we also t...

Oct 16, 2019•1 hr 10 min

How gentrification and displacement happen, and what Madison is hoping to do

City of Madison Planner Dan McAuliffe was looking into what to do with the old Oscar Mayer building in Madison, when he thought it might be a good idea to look at data on how gentrification is happening Madison. He co-authored a white paper that delves into where gentrification and displacement might happen, and came up with some inclusive and equitable strategies. Dan joins In The 608 hosts Ben Anton and Adam Elliott, where we also talk about the idea of naturally occurring affordable housing. ...

Sep 12, 2019•1 hr 2 min

The Marie Kondo of the Midwest

Nicole Gruter of Positive Space is the right person to call if you need some help decluttering your home. You might say she’s the Marie Kondo of the midwest. Nicole joins In The 608 hosts Ben Anton and Adam Elliott, where we also dive into all the reasons why an organized house can put money in your pocket. Get advice on improving your home with the "Top Of The Hour Tip". Get up to date local real estate trends and advice for buyers and sellers with the "MARKet Update" from Rachel Whaley of Laue...

Aug 13, 2019•1 hr 12 min

The one thing your home inspector has to get right

Home inspectors are there to help you understand a home before you buy it and help prioritize your “to-do” list. Chris Mikkelson of Madison’s Best Home Inspections tells us the one thing that all homeowners should tell you, and teaches us about the important things he looks for. Chris joins In The 608 hosts Ben Anton and Adam Elliott, where we also find out which animals are best to have living in your attic. Hint: none. Get advice on improving your home with the "Top Of The Hour Tip". Get up to...

Jul 11, 2019•1 hr 16 min

Maximize the tax benefits of homeownership

Is homeownership still the tax benefit that it once was? Brianne Raimer, CPA with Atwood Tax delivers the hard truth about it for homeowners and drop a few tax saving tips for property owners this month on Real Estate in the 608. Brianne joins In The 608 hosts Ben Anton and Adam Elliott, where we also drill down the two ways to optimize taxes on investment properties. Hint: it’s either an expenditure or an expense! Get advice on improving your home with the "Top Of The Hour Tip". Get up to date ...

Jun 19, 2019•1 hr

How to survive a kitchen remodel

Kitchens and bathrooms sell homes and kitchen remodels are one of the best home investments you can make, but how do you survive them? Homeowner Doroteia Alexieva went into her kitchen remodel with a plan, and she’ll share her tips on how to make in through including how to make the most of your remodeling dollar. Doroteia joins In The 608 hosts Ben Anton and Adam Elliott, where we also talk about why you should look for a less than average home in a better than average neighborhood. Get advice ...

May 16, 2019•1 hr 14 min

The real estate renaissance man of Madison

Is it possible to own, and run multiple single family homes in Madison, and keep them in great shape? Do rental investments help landlords win in the long run? Also, how necessary is that au-pair suite? Jesse Miller, Broker at Home Realty joins former Home Realty agent Ben Anton and former LaFollette classmate Adam Elliott for a walk down history lane as it relates to Madison real estate. It's old home week on Real Estate in the 608! It's a literal Madison LaFollette High School reunion, and we ...

Apr 13, 2019•1 hr 5 min

The most energy efficient thing you can do for your home

Would you describe energy efficiency as sexy? What free things can you get right now to make your home more energy efficient? What’s the easiest thing you can do today to save your money on energy costs? Steve Pipson from Focus On Energy joins In The 608 hosts Ben Anton and Adam Elliott, where we also find out the one thing you’ll absolutely need when selling your home five years from now. Get advice on improving your home with the "Top Of The Hour Tip". Get up to date local real estate trends a...

Mar 09, 2019•1 hr 7 min

Managing multi-unit apartments as investment property

What's it like to manage a multi-unit apartment as an investment property? Curious about property ownership and management as an investment? We talk to Nina Lebwohl of Foundry Apartments who can help answer those questions and more. Get advice on improving your home with the "Top Of The Hour Tip". Get up to date local real estate trends and advice for buyers and sellers with the "MARKet Update" from Broker Associate at Lauer Realty Mark Gladue. Get the bigger picture of the economy as it relates...

Feb 09, 2019•1 hr 2 min

Should you do your own maintenance work on your investment properties?

Is it possible to maintain your investment properties by yourself or should you hire out contractors to help? What’s the most common problem that homeowners face when it comes to plumbing? What plumbing work can you do yourself? Jeff Pulley of Pulley Plumbing answers those questions and tells us about one of the craziest plumbing situations he’s ever gotten into. Get advice on improving your home with the "Top Of The Hour Tip". Get up to date local real estate trends and advice for buyers and se...

Jan 13, 2019•53 min

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