In the Replay today, Kevin and Ron reveal the scams, lies, and shaky sales pitches some contractors employ to get jobs. In the Horror Story, we cite a bad roofing job that led to a bad siding job. The Real Estate Roundup continues with Loretta Starck of the REMAX Elite Bograd Team, with offices in Philadelphia, Margate, an exclusive town area on the Jersey Shore, and Miami. Loretta briefs us on the performance of these three very different markets in the first nine months of 2024, and offers her...
Sep 27, 2024•33 min
In the Replay today, Kevin and Ron reveal the scams, lies, and shaky sales pitches some contractors employ to get jobs. In the Horror Story, we cite a bad roofing job that led to a bad siding job. The Real Estate Roundup continues with Loretta Starck of the REMAX Elite Bograd Team, with offices in Philadelphia, Margate, an exclusive town area on the Jersey Shore, and Miami. Loretta briefs us on the performance of these three very different markets in the first nine months of 2024, and offers her...
Sep 27, 2024•33 min
Afraid of bats? Stephanie Stronsick, head of a non-profit dedicated to nursing sick and injured bats back to health, conducts BAT 101. She explains bats’ important role in the ecosystem, their mostly docile nature and habits and a disease that ravages bat populations. You’ll also learn what to do about a sick or injured bat or a bat colony that you find in or near your home. In the Bad Guy Bulletin today, Marc Furber from the Bucks County DA’s office alerts us to SMISHING that employs fake text ...
Sep 20, 2024•51 min
Afraid of bats? Stephanie Stronsick, head of a non-profit dedicated to nursing sick and injured bats back to health, conducts BAT 101. She explains bats’ important role in the ecosystem, their mostly docile nature and habits and a disease that ravages bat populations. You’ll also learn what to do about a sick or injured bat or a bat colony that you find in or near your home. In the Bad Guy Bulletin today, Marc Furber from the Bucks County DA’s office alerts us to SMISHING that employs fake text ...
Sep 20, 2024•51 min
SPECIAL EPISODE!!! Host Karin Murphy puts her Co-Host "Jeopardy" Jack Cutrone from LI Pariot Radio interview Ron Melk (Your Valauble Home co-host) about the hard-hitting issues facing Americans today—from the squatter crisis and skyrocketing insurance costs to the fight for affordable housing.
Aug 30, 2024•46 min
SPECIAL EPISODE!!! Host Karin Murphy puts her Co-Host "Jeopardy" Jack Cutrone from LI Pariot Radio interview Ron Melk (Your Valauble Home co-host) about the hard-hitting issues facing Americans today—from the squatter crisis and skyrocketing insurance costs to the fight for affordable housing.
Aug 30, 2024•46 min
After listening to today’s replay, it would be a good idea to determine if your house is properly insulated. In the Horror Story, Ron and his friend, Master Plumber, John, set out to change the cartridge in the shower of Ron’s rental condo. They were surprised to discover that the only shut-off valve for the condo - and all other condos in the building - was in a locked room in the building’s basement. Multiple phone calls later they got the combination to the lock and completed the job. A simpl...
Aug 23, 2024•41 min
After listening to today’s replay, it would be a good idea to determine if your house is properly insulated. In the Horror Story, Ron and his friend, Master Plumber, John, set out to change the cartridge in the shower of Ron’s rental condo. They were surprised to discover that the only shut-off valve for the condo - and all other condos in the building - was in a locked room in the building’s basement. Multiple phone calls later they got the combination to the lock and completed the job. A simpl...
Aug 23, 2024•41 min
In the Replay today, we interview Sean about his choice of new ProVia® windows. The look and the limited lifetime warranty, in particular, stood out in Sean’s mind. It's the 3rd Friday of the month and it's time for the Bad Guy Bulletin, Marc Fuber from the Bucks County, PA District Attorney’s Office, shares the latest in scams and shakedowns to be on the lookout for. In our Feature, Senator Mattera explains the four related bills he’s put forward to give homeowners in his state control over squ...
Aug 16, 2024•36 min
In the Replay today, we interview Sean about his choice of new ProVia® windows. The look and the limited lifetime warranty, in particular, stood out in Sean’s mind. It's the 3rd Friday of the month and it's time for the Bad Guy Bulletin, Marc Fuber from the Bucks County, PA District Attorney’s Office, shares the latest in scams and shakedowns to be on the lookout for. In our Feature, Senator Mattera explains the four related bills he’s put forward to give homeowners in his state control over squ...
Aug 16, 2024•36 min
In our Replay, Joanne shares the early stages of what it’s like to build multi-generational living accommodations in her son’s house. In the Horror Story is a must-listen. If you have a timeshare offshore U.S., and someone offers you a bundle for it, think twice. In our Feature, Eric Dunn, Director of Litigation for the National Housing Law Project, defines squatters, the type of residences they prey on and how prevalent squatting is in the U.S. You’ll want to hear this, especially if you have r...
Aug 09, 2024•34 min
In our Replay, Joanne shares the early stages of what it’s like to build multi-generational living accommodations in her son’s house. In the Horror Story is a must-listen. If you have a timeshare offshore U.S., and someone offers you a bundle for it, think twice. In our Feature, Eric Dunn, Director of Litigation for the National Housing Law Project, defines squatters, the type of residences they prey on and how prevalent squatting is in the U.S. You’ll want to hear this, especially if you have r...
Aug 09, 2024•34 min
In our Replay today, with the help of New Pod City's Frank Sasso, we scam a scammer who is eager to flip off an estimate for a roofing job sight unseen and take a credit card number over the phone. You’ve got to hear this! In our Horror Story, we warn of a timeshare shakedown that could cost you dearly. If you have a timeshare out of the country, you could be particularly vulnerable. Time to take notes. In last week’s Feature, we learned from the PEW Family Trusts why housing in the U.S. is beco...
Aug 02, 2024•40 min
In our Replay today, with the help of New Pod City's Frank Sasso, we scam a scammer who is eager to flip off an estimate for a roofing job sight unseen and take a credit card number over the phone. You’ve got to hear this! In our Horror Story, we warn of a timeshare shakedown that could cost you dearly. If you have a timeshare out of the country, you could be particularly vulnerable. Time to take notes. In last week’s Feature, we learned from the PEW Family Trusts why housing in the U.S. is beco...
Aug 02, 2024•40 min
In this week's replay, Donna Butts, Executive Director of the DC non-profit Generations United, reports on that organization’s recently released survey of multigenerational homes, and our own Kevin Kennedy and his family are applauded for their multigenerational lifestyle. Our Horror Story today is about the case of the lost house, as told by Kim Sledge, legendary singer, songwriter and longtime friend. Kim endured a three-month ordeal after selling her home, and learning that her new home was s...
Jul 26, 2024•45 min
In this week's replay, Donna Butts, Executive Director of the DC non-profit Generations United, reports on that organization’s recently released survey of multigenerational homes, and our own Kevin Kennedy and his family are applauded for their multigenerational lifestyle. Our Horror Story today is about the case of the lost house, as told by Kim Sledge, legendary singer, songwriter and longtime friend. Kim endured a three-month ordeal after selling her home, and learning that her new home was s...
Jul 26, 2024•45 min
In the Replay, we report on two creative solutions to the danger posed by dead ash trees. It’s time for the Bad Guy Bulletin, with a heads up on Social Security and other scams. In the Feature, learn how insurance companies respond to hail damage, the damage and theft caused by squatters and which insurer is responsible for damage to a condo cause by a water leak from above...the HOA’s insurer or the insurer of the unit above. Insurance pro, Mike Cellucci addresses it all.
Jul 18, 2024•37 min
In the Replay, we report on two creative solutions to the danger posed by dead ash trees. It’s time for the Bad Guy Bulletin, with a heads up on Social Security and other scams. In the Feature, learn how insurance companies respond to hail damage, the damage and theft caused by squatters and which insurer is responsible for damage to a condo cause by a water leak from above...the HOA’s insurer or the insurer of the unit above. Insurance pro, Mike Cellucci addresses it all.
Jul 18, 2024•37 min
In the Replay today, Kevin walks us through the renovation of a 300-year-old farmhouse. In the Horror story, Kevin discovers a new company on Instagram and their improper installation of windows and roofing. In the Feature today, Brad O’Conner, Chief Economist of Florida Realtors, provides a briefing on Florida real estate with an emphasis on the Gulf Coast. Properties currently on the market still don’t come up to the pre-Covid numbers, but the market is moving, despite rising mortgage and home...
Jul 11, 2024•32 min
In the Replay today, Kevin walks us through the renovation of a 300-year-old farmhouse. In the Horror story, Kevin discovers a new company on Instagram and their improper installation of windows and roofing. In the Feature today, Brad O’Conner, Chief Economist of Florida Realtors, provides a briefing on Florida real estate with an emphasis on the Gulf Coast. Properties currently on the market still don’t come up to the pre-Covid numbers, but the market is moving, despite rising mortgage and home...
Jul 11, 2024•32 min
In our replay today, we get Michele’s take on her recently completed total ProVia exterior makeover. In the Horror Story, a homeowner learns that the poor choice of a contractor results in a poorly installed patio door. In our Feature, Angel explains the latest improvements she’s made to her smallish, concrete, Mid-mod home, located where the northern boundary of Philadelphia meets the burbs. Angel, who retired from the commercial design firm she founded, just completed a wonderful outdoor enter...
Jul 05, 2024•49 min
In our replay today, we get Michele’s take on her recently completed total ProVia exterior makeover. In the Horror Story, a homeowner learns that the poor choice of a contractor results in a poorly installed patio door. In our Feature, Angel explains the latest improvements she’s made to her smallish, concrete, Mid-mod home, located where the northern boundary of Philadelphia meets the burbs. Angel, who retired from the commercial design firm she founded, just completed a wonderful outdoor enter...
Jul 05, 2024•49 min
In our Replay today, we arm you with questions few homeowners ask when selecting a contractor. The right answers can make the difference between a great job and a botcthed job. In our Horror Story Today...the contractor came to install a new roof and siding, and caused massive water damage. Was it worth it? Do you know if you have 2 X 4s for studs or the newer 2 X 6s. It makes a difference in terms of the insulation in your walls. Today, Kevin again becomes Professor Kennedy, as he explains the ...
Jun 28, 2024•35 min
In our Replay today, we arm you with questions few homeowners ask when selecting a contractor. The right answers can make the difference between a great job and a botcthed job. In our Horror Story Today...the contractor came to install a new roof and siding, and caused massive water damage. Was it worth it? Do you know if you have 2 X 4s for studs or the newer 2 X 6s. It makes a difference in terms of the insulation in your walls. Today, Kevin again becomes Professor Kennedy, as he explains the ...
Jun 28, 2024•35 min
Today’s Replay is the first of two that offer sound advice on choosing a contractor for any type of home improvement project. It’s time for the Bad Guy Bulletin. There’s a pretty widespread scam going on. It involves roofers who knock on your door, claiming that you have hail damage on your roof, and they can re-do your roof at your insurance company’s expense. Sounds tempting, but beware. In our feature today, Kevin and Ron share their points of view on selecting, improving and maintaining rent...
Jun 20, 2024•40 min
Today’s Replay is the first of two that offer sound advice on choosing a contractor for any type of home improvement project. It’s time for the Bad Guy Bulletin. There’s a pretty widespread scam going on. It involves roofers who knock on your door, claiming that you have hail damage on your roof, and they can re-do your roof at your insurance company’s expense. Sounds tempting, but beware. In our feature today, Kevin and Ron share their points of view on selecting, improving and maintaining rent...
Jun 20, 2024•40 min
In today’s Replay, Kevin explains the proper way to install windows and why it’s so important. In the Horror Story, Kevin encounters a contractor who failed to get a permit and got caught. In our Feature, we again interview renowned architect, Illya Azaroff, about a current project underway in Oahu, Hawaii The KO’OLAULOA Resilience Hub is under development in a particularly isolated area of Oahu. It’s capable of housing 1,500 local residents for 30 days, whenever Mother Nature shows her angry si...
Jun 14, 2024•45 min
In today’s Replay, Kevin explains the proper way to install windows and why it’s so important. In the Horror Story, Kevin encounters a contractor who failed to get a permit and got caught. In our Feature, we again interview renowned architect, Illya Azaroff, about a current project underway in Oahu, Hawaii The KO’OLAULOA Resilience Hub is under development in a particularly isolated area of Oahu. It’s capable of housing 1,500 local residents for 30 days, whenever Mother Nature shows her angry si...
Jun 14, 2024•45 min
In the Replay today, Kevin riffs on the pros and cons of a drip edge. The Horror Story is about another botched window installation. Listen carefully, so you know how to spot a botched window installation, if it happens to you. In order to help you and/or your parents with the process of rightsizing to simplify life and age in place, take a few tips from Rosemary. She made the transition from a 5,000-square-foot house to a compact rental cottage. A couple of years later, she couldn’t be happier....
Jun 07, 2024•42 min
In the Replay today, Kevin riffs on the pros and cons of a drip edge. The Horror Story is about another botched window installation. Listen carefully, so you know how to spot a botched window installation, if it happens to you. In order to help you and/or your parents with the process of rightsizing to simplify life and age in place, take a few tips from Rosemary. She made the transition from a 5,000-square-foot house to a compact rental cottage. A couple of years later, she couldn’t be happier....
Jun 07, 2024•42 min
