This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey explore a vital topic for prospective homeowners: How much money do you need to make to afford a median-priced home in Rochester? Despite the financial requirements, they highlight how Rochester remains one of the most affordable housing markets in the country.
May 11, 2024•32 min•Ep 143•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey dive into the latest economic buzz, spotlighting the upbeat jobs report. As they unpack the data, they ponder the possibility of interest rates taking a plunge in 2024.
May 05, 2024•30 min•Ep 142•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey delve into the intricacies of selecting a listing agent, advising sellers to proceed with caution during the interview process. They emphasize that the agent who provides the highest price estimate isn't necessarily the best choice.
Apr 27, 2024•34 min•Ep 141•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey discuss some signs that the real estate market is picking up, heralding a late but welcome start to the spring buying season.
Apr 20, 2024•28 min•Ep 140•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey tackle the implications of the unexpectedly hot consumer price index report and what it signals for the real estate market. With the current trends suggesting more rate increases rather than cuts, we dive into how these economic conditions could affect both homebuyers and sellers.
Apr 13, 2024•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey zero in on the Rochester real estate market, providing a comprehensive analysis of how it measures up against national trends. We dive into the latest data, dissecting Rochester's unique market dynamics, pricing trends, inventory levels, and buyer behaviors.
Apr 06, 2024•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey explore the indispensable value of a proficient buyer's agent, especially in a new era where buyers might need to compensate their agents directly. As the industry adapts to the National Association of Realtors' recent settlement, we dissect what these changes mean for the buyer-agent relationship and how buyers can ensure they're getting the best advocacy and expertise for their investment.
Mar 30, 2024•34 min•Ep 137•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey take a critical stance against the prevailing media reports surrounding the National Association of Realtors (NAR)'s recent settlement, a move poised to revolutionize who pays the buyer's agent commission. With the dust settling over a week post-announcement, we dissect the media's portrayal, identifying misrepresentations and gaps in coverage that have shaped public perception. Our discussion goes beyond the surface, examining the nuances of ...
Mar 23, 2024•32 min•Ep 136•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey dive deep into the seismic shift rocking the real estate world: the National Association of Realtors (NAR)'s groundbreaking agreement to pay over $400 million and implement pivotal rule changes that redefine commission dynamics. We unpack the intricacies of this landmark settlement, exploring how it will impact not just realtors and sellers but the industry at large. The episode features expert analysis, reactions from the real estate community, and p...
Mar 16, 2024•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey dive into the latest jobs report, which has left many scratching their heads with its mixed signals. Despite the confusion, they analyze how the report has surprisingly favored interest rates, resulting in a drop below 7%.
Mar 10, 2024•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey delve into the current state of the real estate market, which they describe as the toughest in recent years.
Mar 02, 2024•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey delve into the shifting landscape of investment property buying, exploring how the model for buyers is undergoing significant changes. They also highlight the key difference for buyers this year compared to the past few, shedding light on important trends shaping the real estate market. Additionally, tune in to discover why Rochester is making waves nationwide, leading in two major categories within the real estate arena.
Feb 23, 2024•37 min•Ep 132•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey dive into the latest economic update revealing a modest uptick in the consumer price index. While not overly dramatic, this slight increase suggests that inflation is persisting longer than anticipated. After signaling that they would be cutting the key interest rate in 2024, the Fed's timetable will undoubtedly be pushed back.
Feb 17, 2024•29 min•Ep 131•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey dive into the latest real estate dynamics, starting with the unexpected rise in interest rates following a hotter than expected jobs report.
Feb 07, 2024•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week, Mark and Corey embark on a fascinating journey through time as they compare the real estate market of 1995 to the present day.
Jan 26, 2024•27 min•Ep 129•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey explore the red-hot kickoff of the Rochester real estate market in 2024. With a laser focus on sellers, they reveal why there's an urgent call to action for homeowners to get their properties on the market immediately.
Jan 21, 2024•27 min•Ep 128•Transcript available on Metacast This week, join Mark and Corey as they unravel the mysteries of what's to come in the 2024 real estate market. From forecasting emerging trends to analyzing pivotal indicators, they delve into their predictions for the year ahead. Tune in for an insightful discussion on the potential shifts and strategies that could define the landscape, offering a glimpse into the exciting possibilities awaiting the real estate world in 2024.
Jan 10, 2024•31 min•Ep 127•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey sift through the significant headlines that defined the 2023 real estate market. Get ready for a comprehensive overview and insightful analysis of the standout events and market dynamics that defined 2023 in the housing industry.
Dec 30, 2023•30 min•Ep 126•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey reflect on recent interviews indicating that the Federal Reserve might not be as aggressive with interest rate cuts in 2024.
Dec 23, 2023•29 min•Ep 125•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast, join Corey and Ed, who is filling in for Mark, as they discuss the potentially seismic shift triggered by a significant plunge in mortgage interest rates this week. With the Federal Reserve signaling potential rate cuts in 2024, they meticulously unpack the implications for the real estate market. Dive into this insightful conversation about the recent unprecedented drop in rates and its profound impact on the housing landscape.
Dec 16, 2023•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast Mark and Corey unravel the intriguing possibilities for 2024 in the real estate realm. Delving into the aftermath of the third-largest decrease in listings witnessed nationwide over the past four years, Mark and Corey engage in thought-provoking speculation. Together, they explore the potential factors, market indicators, and emerging trends that might culminate in a breakout year for listing activity.
Dec 10, 2023•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast, Mark and Corey talk about the unprecedented buzz in the winter real estate market. They delve into the surprising trend of ongoing new listings and bustling activity during a typically slower season.
Dec 02, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast Mark and Corey celebrate the fact that mortgage interest rates have hit a two month low.
Nov 25, 2023•28 min•Ep 121•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast Mark and Corey breakdown all of the positive economic data that has them feeling optimistic heading into 2024.
Nov 17, 2023•35 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast Mark and Corey highlight the latest mortgage interest rate drop and breakdown the ramifications of the Sitzer/Burnett verdict.
Nov 09, 2023•31 min•Ep 119•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast Mark and Corey gave the latest economic updates as well as discussed a new pricing strategy that sellers are going to want to consider.
Oct 28, 2023•35 min•Ep 118•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast Mark and Corey discuss 8% mortgage interest rates, how slow this year has statistically been, and an interesting idea out of Massachusetts on how to help with housing affordability.
Oct 21, 2023•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast Mark and Corey talked about the latest economic data, the impact of the Israel-Hamas War, and a bombshell lawsuit that could turn the real estate industry upside down.
Oct 14, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast Mark, fresh from his vacation to Columbia, and Corey breakdown the latest jobs report and explain how it could help push mortgage interest rates over 8%.
Oct 07, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast This week on the podcast Corey had a special guest filling in for Mark who was on vacation. Real estate attorney David Dollinger gives his unique perspective on Rochester's real estate market.
Sep 30, 2023•35 min•Ep 114•Transcript available on Metacast