Episode 58: Why Is My Home Not Selling? Host: John Gscheidmeier, RE/MAX Service First Duration: ~27 minutes 🏠 In this solo episode, John dives into one of the most frustrating questions for home sellers: “Why isn’t my house selling?” Drawing from over a decade of personal experience and hundreds of transactions, John breaks down the top reasons homes sit on the market — and what you can do to fix it. From pricing pitfalls and showing condition issues to agent responsiveness and even seasonal ti...
Jun 10, 2025•33 min•Season 2Ep. 58
🎙️ Episode 57 — Do You Need a Real Estate Attorney in Wisconsin? | Guest: Elisa Ruer, Praktess Law Description: In this episode of Wisconsin Real Estate Today , host John Gscheidmeier sits down with real estate attorney Elisa Ruer of Praktess Law to explore one of the most common questions in Wisconsin real estate: Do you need an attorney to buy or sell a home? Elisa explains how Wisconsin is unique in allowing competent, licensed real estate agents to manage the entire transaction without requ...
May 12, 2025•37 min•Season 2Ep. 57
📄 Episode Description: In this episode of Wisconsin Real Estate Today , we’re joined by Sam Walker , City Assessor for Waukesha, to demystify the property assessment process and give homeowners and business owners the clarity they deserve. We break down: What a property assessment is and how it’s calculated The differences between residential and commercial assessments What happens during the Open Book period—and how to formally raise concerns The difference between an assessment and an apprais...
Apr 24, 2025•47 min•Season 2Ep. 56
Podcast Episode Summary: Wisconsin Real Estate Today – Episode 55 Title: Where Are Mortgage Rates Headed in 2025? Expert Insights with Dustin Grenier Host: John Gscheidmeier Guest: Dustin Grenier, Epic Mortgage – Brookfield, WI Episode Overview: In this must-listen episode of Wisconsin Real Estate Today , host John Gscheidmeier sits down with mortgage expert Dustin Grenier of Epic Mortgage to discuss where mortgage rates are today and where they could be headed in 2025. With economic uncertainty...
Mar 09, 2025•27 min•Season 2Ep. 55
Host: John Gscheidmeier Guest: Sophia from the Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS) of Waukesha Episode Overview: In this insightful episode of Wisconsin Real Estate Today , host John Gscheidmeier welcomes Sophia from HAWS to discuss the challenges and best practices of moving with pets. Whether planned or unexpected, relocation can be stressful for animals, and this episode provides expert advice on how to make the transition smoother for both pet owners and their furry companions. Key Takeaway...
Mar 06, 2025•30 min•Season 2Ep. 54
Episode 53 – How Strong Schools Impact Real Estate Values Hosted by John Gscheidmeier with guest Dr. Ron Russ Did you know that great schools can directly increase property values ? Homebuyers and parents prioritize access to top-performing school districts , often paying a premium for homes in those areas. But what exactly makes a school district stand out, and how does it affect the housing market? In this episode, John Gscheidmeier sits down with Dr. Ron Russ, Superintendent of the Merton Com...
Jan 27, 2025•28 min•Season 2Ep. 53
Episode 52 – Winter Home Inspections: Challenges & Hidden Advantages Hosted by John Gscheidmeier with guest Dave Kolesari Wisconsin winters can be brutal—but did you know they can actually reveal hidden issues in a home inspection? Snow, ice, and freezing temperatures create unique challenges for buyers and inspectors, but they also expose certain problems that might go unnoticed in warmer months. In this episode, John Gscheidmeier sits down with Dave Kolesari, owner of Homesight, Inc. , a v...
Jan 16, 2025•25 min•Season 2Ep. 52
Episode 51 – 2024 Real Estate Market Recap & What’s Coming in 2025 Hosted by John Gscheidmeier The real estate market has changed dramatically over the past year —but what does that mean for buyers, sellers, and agents moving forward? From shifting interest rates to evolving buyer behavior, 2024 redefined what "normal" looks like in real estate. In this episode, John Gscheidmeier breaks down the biggest market shifts of 2024 and offers key insights into what to expect in 2025. Whether you're...
Dec 10, 2024•26 min•Season 2Ep. 51
Episode 50 – Understanding the Offer to Purchase (Part 2) Hosted by John Gscheidmeier with guest Monica Young In Part 1 , we broke down the fundamentals of the Offer to Purchase —how it’s drafted, negotiated, and accepted. But what happens after an offer is signed? What key details can make or break a deal? In this second and final part of our series , John Gscheidmeier and Monica Young, Transaction Coordinator , bring the conversation full circle , covering the remaining steps, crucial continge...
Nov 20, 2024•35 min•Season 2Ep. 50
Episode 49 – Understanding the Offer to Purchase (Part 1) Hosted by John Gscheidmeier with guest Monica Young The Offer to Purchase is one of the most important documents in a real estate transaction, yet many buyers and sellers don’t fully understand its impact. From negotiations to contingencies , this contract lays the foundation for a successful deal—or a costly mistake. In this episode, John Gscheidmeier and Monica Young, Transaction Coordinator , break down everything you need to know abou...
Nov 20, 2024•36 min•Season 2Ep. 49
Episode 48 – Language Matters in Real Estate Transactions Hosted by John Gscheidmeier with guest Monica Young In real estate sales, the language used in contracts and negotiations can make or break a deal. Words like "Seller shall…" versus "Seller may…" might seem minor, but they carry vastly different legal and financial implications. Many agents overlook the impact of wording , potentially leading to confusion, disputes, or even legal issues down the road. In this episode, John Gscheidmeier si...
Nov 06, 2024•28 min•Season 2Ep. 48
New data recently released would indicate that the next few weeks in the market could be very volatile when it comes to not only interest rates, but the financial markets. In a series of lender releases, John extrapolates the data and provides a quick overview of what could be a very interesting few weeks in the real estate mortgage rates arena. This is a quick podcast episode - filled with some technical data - with another update expected next week.
Oct 24, 2024•12 min•Season 2Ep. 47
As eager Buyers start rejoicing at the news that the Feds are finally going to start initiating rate cuts, this episode covers what to expect and when to expect it. According to Reuters, "Federal Reserve policymakers on Friday signaled they are ready to kick off a series of interest rate cuts at the U.S. central bank's meeting in two weeks, noting a cooling in the labor market that could accelerate into something more dire in the absence of a policy shift." The reality is that if and when the Fe...
Sep 08, 2024•13 min•Season 2Ep. 46
Do you know the difference between a 'pre-qualification" versus a "pre-approval"? Do you only look at lending & mortgage rates as one number rather than an individual plan that is specifically designed for each person? Do you know that there is a stark difference between lenders and pre-approvals? In this episode I am joined by Dustin Grenier of Epic Mortgage based in Brookfield, Wisconsin. Epic is a newer company in metro Milwaukee but the faster growing lender in our area. And for good rea...
Jul 24, 2024•27 min•Season 2Ep. 45
Summer 2024 in Milwaukee is a bustling place and time! The real estate market isn't far off from that description over the last few months. The Republican National Convention was here and gone, Summerfest was a success, and State Fair is right around the corner. In this episode John unpacks the current metro market but these "stats" might surprise you. Comparing June, 2023, sales statistics to June, 2024, brought some good new to the market but not all good news. Believe it or not, we might be i...
Jul 22, 2024•18 min•Season 2Ep. 44
Part Two of Two - Debunking The NAR Settlement Myths and Rumors. Hopefully you had a chance to learn about how we got to where we are today in Episode 42, Part 1 of this 2 part series. If not, you might want to go back and listen to that one first. Real estate agents have been licensed since the early 1900's. Since then, real estate agents have helped buyers and sellers navigate the complex world of buying or selling their homes or properties. In exchange, they have received compensation for the...
Jun 27, 2024•23 min•Season 2Ep. 43
Let's cut to the chase on what the National Association Of Realtors settlement is all about in this episode. There are rumors and misunderstandings about what happened, what is happening, and what is about to happen. John will start by giving background on where this came from and what is really is, despite the media-driven rumors. "NO more commissions!" is something we've heard from the media on this one and it simply isn't correct. Consumers have always had a choice in the compensation offered...
Jun 27, 2024•21 min•Season 2Ep. 42
Municipal assessments can be confusing. Oftentimes homeowners will confuse their city, village or town assessment (in some other places county) with their actual market value. Those numbers can be very different - especially with accelerating home values the last few years. Guest Sam Walker, City of Waukesha (Wisconsin) Assessor joins John for a deeper dive into what a city assessment is, how it is calculated, and how citizens can become more involved in the assessment process. This is a podcast...
Feb 23, 2024•42 min•Season 2Ep. 41
2023 will go down as one of the slowest years for real estate sales since 1993. But what happened, and what can sellers and buyers expect in 2024? John breaks down his thoughts in this end-of-year episode.
Jan 11, 2024•27 min•Season 2Ep. 40
What does it take to complete the PERFECT real estate sale? How do all the pieces of this complex puzzle come together? Have you ever wondered what is really happening - the things your agent hasn't told you about? Tune in to hear all about the perfect sale and all the components that could go wrong but don't thanks to a great agent. Administrative Assistant and Transaction Coordinator Monica Young joins the show to talk about all the details that go into the perfect sale, plus all the things th...
Sep 11, 2023•27 min•Season 2Ep. 39
This is your July, 2023 Metro Milwaukee real estate market update for mid-summer sales. Join John Gscheidmeier as he talks about how the market is performing in this extremely complex real estate environment. Sales are down almost 25% from this time last year - but not to worry - we still are in a very strong market despite higher interest rates and increased concern over economic conditions. Is it still a good time to buy or sell? Is it time to prepare for selling later this year? All great que...
Aug 02, 2023•17 min•Season 2Ep. 38
Given a choice, everyone prefers a discount. We are a society that loves to cut coupons; we'll search endlessly for discount codes; we'll wait months to purchase an item knowing that there is a potential sale coming. Given an opportunity to take a discount, most of us will. But is that the best thing in real estate? When leaving law enforcement to join real estate, John Gscheidmeier joined a discount provider. John quickly rose to the top of the firm as the sales leader with very little guidance...
Jul 01, 2023•28 min•Season 2Ep. 37
Wondering where real estate is today in Wisconsin? This is your latest market update from host John G. Gscheidmeier. Sales are down - prices are up - inventory is low - rates are up. Holy cow, that's a lot to digest and understand. In this quick market update John takes you through the latest market stats, as well as understanding how and when to navigate this current market.
May 25, 2023•15 min•Season 2Ep. 36
Wondering what the 2023 real estate market looks like so far? The January, 2023, market stats are in courtesy of the Greater Milwaukee Association Of Realtors. John, your expert host, provides an overview of the metro Milwaukee real estate market. Don't be fooled by what the media tells you about real estate sales & trends; this data clearly shows we need more homes on the market but it is still a good time for buyers to purchase a home, and an even better time for sellers to sell their home...
Mar 10, 2023•17 min•Season 2Ep. 35
A great lender helps the sale close seamlessly. A not-so-great lender can destroy a home sale. A believe it or not, that happens more than you might think. So what can go wrong related to lending? What is the difference between a pre-approval and a pre-qualification? How does a lender take a prospective buyer through the process of getting pre-approved? Michael Creed of Luminate Home Loans, is one of the most respected lenders in metro-Milwaukee. Michael and his team continue to shatter previous...
Dec 30, 2022•32 min•Season 2Ep. 34
Is now still a good time to buy or sell? The short answer is - yes! Of course, it depends on who you are and your perspective, right? If you are a first-time homebuyer and you've been trying to buy a home for a year or more, you've seen interest rates almost double. That might seen insane but yes, it is STILL a great time to buy? Why you ask? The interest rate is high but home prices aren't ending up $10k, $20k, or $50,000 more than the list price. As Dave Ramsey said recently - date the rate, m...
Dec 26, 2022•16 min•Season 2Ep. 33
Industry and real estate expert John G. Gscheidmeier says it best in this episode - "We are in a period categorized as follows: a deceleration of price appreciation" . The market is still strong - despite what national and local new outlets will tell you. Are interest rates higher? There is no doubt - they've doubled in the last year. The federal government isn't doing us any favors rate-wise but they are attempting to slow real estate sales for sure. It has taken it's toll on first-time home bu...
Nov 11, 2022•20 min•Season 2Ep. 32
Real estate is tricky today. The market has changed and it seemed to do so overnight. So how are we adapting to the market trends and changes? John goes into what to expect in upcoming episodes today!
Nov 10, 2022•5 min•Season 2Ep. 31
Post COVID the markets continue to surprise! Whether buying or selling, John Gscheidmeier provides an update into what the market is showing us. From a record selling year thus far so the latest "lull" in some price categories - arm yourself with the latest data you need to succeed in today's fluctuating market. * Where are sales at in Wisconsin through the end of September, 2021? * What price categories are struggling right now? * Which home price category is the likeliest of bring the maximum ...
Oct 24, 2021•20 min•Season 2Ep. 30
Imagine being a child and hearing your parents talking about selling your home. Imagine how scary that feeling can be - with no say in the matter whatsoever. Imagine not knowing what is coming next, or what toys you'll be able to bring with and maybe have to leave behind. Imagine having this uncontrollable feeling of insecurity as you watch realtors, buyers, appraisers & more come in-and-out of your home. Imagine seeing movers move all your belongings away from the childhood home you grew up...
Aug 06, 2021•30 min•Season 2Ep. 29
