Real Estate from the Rooftops

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Podcast Real Estate from the Rooftops

The place to find real estate news that matters. There *might* be some opinions, but they're coming from a Realtor® and broker who is active in both the day-to-day operation of the business and political advocacy as well. Unfiltered and with source links so you can do your own research. Your one-stop shop for real estate related news.

  1. 05.04.2022

    Building Strong Communities and Home Care for The Elderly with Therese Southwell

    This episode will surely open your eyes and provide you with a great perspective on the future of senior care. Join us as we pick Therese Southwell’s brain on the specifics of creating residential elderly spaces, including architectural, regulatory, and logistical considerations. Learn more about how you can be part of this advocacy by tuning in! Key takeaways to listen for What does the Fair Housing Act states in relation to residential homes for senior citizens? Steps to follow to make community residential facilities possible Planning process for creating group homes for elderly How much space should be designed for an elderly home? Effective strategies to educate the neighborhood and the public regarding the de-institutionalization of elderly care Resources mentioned in this episode Fair Housing Act Fair Housing Month   About Therese Farrow Southwell Therese Southwell is the co-owner of Rosette Residential Senior Living. Senior care has always been near to Therese’s heart.  Her father worked in a nursing home in Chester County where she enjoyed spending time with residents as a child.  Her father eventually opened a visiting-nurse service that he operated while also caring for family members in their home. As an adult, Therese would eventually care for her beloved Aunt Kay for many years.  Though most of her professional career has been in real estate finance, she is also a licensed Personal Care Home Administrator. Therese looks forward to combining both disciplines with her lifelong love of seniors to continue making Rosette the premier senior home on the mainline. Connect with Therese Website: Rosette Residential Senior Living Email: Theresesouthwell@icloud.com   Connect with Leigh Please subscribe to “Real Estate from the Rooftops” in Apple Podcast, or your favorite Podcast App, and on YouTube and Rumble—and never miss a beat from Leigh by following her on Instagram. As always, if you need a rockstar REALTOR® who is involved in political advocacy, homeownership rights, and is always in the know, call on this girl at leigh@leighbrown.com. Click Here to Subscribe to Leigh's other podcast Crazy Sh*t in Real Estate!

    21 Min.

  2. 22.03.2022

    Make Extra Cash in Real Estate?

    You may be receiving email solicitations as a Realtor®, offering you a chance to earn some extra side hustle money helping desktop appraisals. Before you say yes, here's what you need to consider. We openly discuss the liabilities, landmines, and pitfalls that impact smart Realtors® everywhere to protect the best independent appraisers among us - many of them are Realtors®, too. Key takeaways to listen for Why is there so much liability with the desktop appraisal programs? Possible pitfalls to watch out for when a property is being appraised What are the steps to follow before starting a real estate business? The value of appraisers in real estate  Resources mentioned in this episode Asteroom Matterport  Errors & Omissions (E & O) YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/EXtx9AupQBs    Connect with Leigh Please subscribe to “Real Estate from the Rooftops” in Apple Podcast, or your favorite Podcast App, and on YouTube and Rumble—and never miss a beat from Leigh by following her on Instagram. As always, if you need a rockstar REALTOR® who is involved in political advocacy, homeownership rights, and is always in the know, call on this girl at leigh@leighbrown.com. Click Here to Subscribe to Leigh's other podcast Crazy Sh*t in Real Estate!

    10 Min.

  3. 27.12.2021

    All Things VA: How to Help Veterans Get Their Homes with James Heaslet

    Today, we have an extra special episode since the Chief Appraiser from the Veteran Administration James Heaslet is here to share the information that REALTORS need to take proper care of their veterans. Dial in to learn the importance of good communication between agents, appraisers, and lenders to help veterans get their homes and the best ways to identify military markets. Key takeaways to listen for A solid way to start your appraisal adjustment How to manage the timelines of VA loans and appraisals 7 tips for communicating with appraisers efficiently One thing REALTORS need to know about VA loans What REALTORS can do to help veterans in financial distress Resources mentioned in this episode Veterans Benefits Administration About James Heaslet James Heaslet is the Chief Appraiser for the Department of Veterans Affairs. As a retired Gunnery Sergeant of the U.S. Marines, he has an aggressive track in the Appraisal industry. James has just 10 years as an appraiser, he was appointed to the Arizona State Board of Appraisals by the Governor and served for 6 years. He had served as Chairperson of application, personnel and was Vice Chair of the board. Adjudicated over 2500 cases est., both residential and commercial.  During this time, he maintained his business as an independent Fee Appraiser, and earned his Executive Masters in Business Administration (MBA) degree from the University of Arizona. James now oversees an appraisal panel with over 6500 Appraisers Nationwide, and over 6000 Staff Appraisal Reviewers. While serving on the Appraisal Board, took Level I and II Investigator training, and is a member of the Mortgage Fraud Task Force overseen by the FBI. James is also an associate member of the Certified Fraud Examiners Association. Volunteers as an Assistant Scoutmaster with the Boy Scouts of America. Connect with James LinkedIn: James Heaslet MBA   Connect with Leigh Please subscribe to “Real Estate from the Rooftops” in Apple Podcast, or your favorite Podcast App, and on YouTube and Rumble—and never miss a beat from Leigh by following her on Instagram. As always, if you need a rockstar REALTOR® who is involved in political advocacy, homeownership rights, and is always in the know, call on this girl at leigh@leighbrown.com. Click Here to Subscribe to Leigh's other podcast Crazy Sh*t in Real Estate!

    58 Min.

  4. 06.08.2021

    Protecting Property Rights and Home Ownership with Stacey Johnson-Cosby

    Local, State and Federal laws are changing rapidly, especially with the impact of the global pandemic. Protecting our rental housing industry needs to be a priority. Listen to this episode with Stacey Johnson-Cosby and learn the devastating long-term effects of extended eviction moratoriums and how to protect your hard-earned legacy while serving your community and its people. Key takeaways to listen for Why the eviction moratorium doesn’t help anyone Issues brought by eviction moratorium The socialist nature of tenant groups The importance of creating generational wealth A great way of empowering people How to protect your community from negative policies About Stacey Johnson-Cosby Stacey is a real estate agent at ReeceNichols and uses her 32+ years of experience as a Kansas City REALTOR to represent her residential real estate clients in the Kansas City metropolitan area, both in Missouri & Kansas. She successfully guides buyers and sellers through negotiations to purchase and sell primary and investment homes. She’s also the president of KC Regional Housing Alliance, a diverse group of Kansas City Metro organizations that represent every sector of the housing industry for sale and for rent: Investors, Landlords, Property Managers, and Realtors.  Connect with Stacey Phone: 816-591-5921 E-mail: kcregionalhousingalliance@gmail.com Website: www.kcregionalhousingalliance.org; www.nhpc.org Facebook: National Housing Provider Coalition; KC Regional Housing Alliance   Connect with Leigh Please subscribe to “Real Estate from the Rooftops” in Apple Podcast, or your favorite Podcast App, and on YouTube and Rumble—and never miss a beat from Leigh by following her on Instagram. As always, if you need a rockstar REALTOR® who is involved in political advocacy, homeownership rights, and is always in the know, call on this girl at leigh@leighbrown.com. Click Here to Subscribe to Leigh's other podcast Crazy Sh*t in Real Estate!

    47 Min.

  5. 05.05.2021

    Homeownership Even With Student Loans with Catalina Kaiyoorawongs

    Failure to make student loan payments can have a variety of negative consequences. That’s why in this episode, Catalina Kaiyoorawongs explains why you should seek advice about student loan debts and what you should do about them. Key Takeaways To Listen For How LoanSense works for student loans Benefits of consulting with loan advisors Actions you need to take to  What they don’t tell you when you get your loan Letting go of the fear of student debt About Catalina Kaiyoorawongs Catalina Kaiyoorawongs, CEO and Founder is a student loan expert and executive who has worked in financial inclusion in the last decade. She counseled millions of dollars on spreadsheets to build LoanSense with a top technical team that left unicorn companies to build the best technology in the lending space to help more Americans move from debt to homeownership more possible. Connect with Catalina Website: LoanSense Facebook: LoanSense Instagram: @myloansense YouTube: Catalina K LinkedIn: Catalina Kaiyoorawongs Twitter: LoanSense Email: sales@myloansense.com   Connect With Leigh Please subscribe to “Real Estate from the Rooftops” in Apple Podcast, or your favorite Podcast App, and on YouTube and Rumble—and never miss a beat from Leigh by following her on Instagram. As always, if you need a rockstar REALTOR® who is involved in political advocacy, homeownership rights, and is always in the know, call on this girl at leigh@leighbrown.com.  Click Here to Subscribe to Leigh's other podcast Crazy Sh*t in Real Estate!

    35 Min.

  6. 23.04.2021

    Can we do a better job for our veterans? (VA Loan Q&A with Brian Floyd)

    Agents and sellers may not know that VA loans aren’t as difficult as they used to be. Active duty veterans, National Guard and Reserve are all eligible. Listen along as we discuss the required repairs, inspections, if gifts are allowed and how realtors can explain things to their sellers that is fair and current. Learn how a veteran buyer financially sets themselves up more successfully in a competitive market. Key Takeaways To Listen For Brian shares why he loves VA loans Who is eligible for VA financing on residential real estate? What is the current situation with required repairs and inspections Getting a gift depending on type of loan Does the VA use the same standard as the rest of the state How does a veteran buyer financially set themselves up more successfully in a competitive market Can local lender use local appraiser when doing VA appraisal About Brian Floyd Brian Floyd with Fairway Mortgage of Concord, North Carolina Lenders who happen to be a veteran himself.   Connect With Leigh Please subscribe to “Real Estate from the Rooftops” in Apple Podcast, or your favorite Podcast App, and on YouTube and Rumble—and never miss a beat from Leigh by following her on Instagram. As always, if you need a rockstar REALTOR® who is involved in political advocacy, homeownership rights, and is always in the know, call on this girl at leigh@leighbrown.com.  Click Here to Subscribe to Leigh's other podcast Crazy Sh*t in Real Estate!

    36 Min.

  7. 14.04.2021

    Using Market Data in Buying or Selling Homes with Michael Simonsen

    It can be challenging for people to buy or sell properties as the Covid-19 pandemic continues impacting the market. This crisis has weighed heavily on both commercial and residential real estate. Listen to this episode as I dive into Mike's market data points about the real estate market outlook in 2021, and learn more about the benefits of using Altos Research for your real estate business. Stay tuned for more episodes! Key Takeaways To Listen For: Introduction to Altos Research and What It's About Information from Market Data Points Vs What People Heard from Social Media Data and Trends About Real Estate Market During Covid  Why Millenials are Late in Household Formation Impacts of Low-Interest Rate on Housing Market Supply and Demand Interesting Data Reports that Public Can See in Altos Research Benefits of Market Action Research (from Altos Research) for Both Sellers and Buyers Interesting Trends in Commercial Real Estate How Altos Research Helps to Overcome Fears in Buying or Selling Property   About Michael Simonsen: Mike Simonsen is the CEO and owner of Altos Research which is a California-based company that dives into real estate data. Website:  https://altos.re/ or https://altosresearch.com/ To sign up for Altos go to AltosResearch.com and click Get Started Use Promo Code LEIGH21 to get $30 off! Mike’s Ebook:  How to Use Market Data to Build Your Real Estate Business Youtube Channel: Altos Research Twitter:  @AltosResearch LinkedIn:  Michael Simonsen   Connect With Leigh Please subscribe to “Real Estate from the Rooftops” in Apple Podcast, or your favorite Podcast App, and on YouTube and Rumble—and never miss a beat from Leigh by following her on Instagram. As always, if you need a rockstar REALTOR® who is involved in political advocacy, homeownership rights, and is always in the know, call on this girl at leigh@leighbrown.com. Click Here to Subscribe to Crazy Sh*t in Real Estate Podcast!

    42 Min.

  8. 22.02.2021

    Rogelio Martinez - What are "Accessory Dwelling Units?"

    Did you know that Accessory Dwelling Units are a great investment and an affordable housing solution? There are talks about them happening around the country...if you’re listening. Tune in as Rogelio Martinez, the ADU Loan Guy and founder of Vvelcome, explains what qualifies as an ADU, why they’re an excellent option to make use of that extra space, and how financing works — and learn why Rogelio is so passionate about what he does.  Please subscribe to “Real Estate from the Rooftops” in Apple Podcast, or your favorite Podcast App, and on Youtube and Rumble—and never miss a beat from Leigh by following her on Instagram @LeighThomasBrown. As always, if you need a rockstar REALTOR® who is involved in political advocacy, homeownership rights, and is always in the know, call on this girl at leigh@leighbrown.com.  00:40 - Today’s topic: Accessory Dwelling Units.  01:15 - The definition of an ADU and the square footage requirements.  04:00 - About Rogelio, what he does, and how he started his company, VVelcome. 07:15 - People want to be real estate investors, but they’re looking in the wrong place.  08:50 - They’re a great option for aging parents or older children in a post-COVID era.  09:55 - Public policy with ADUs and updates on statewide ordinances.  12:45 - Two things will sunset after 5 years on Dec. 31, 2020 - owner occupancy and the 5-year amnesty for unpermitted dwellings. 14:25 - You need to know your local elected officials in order to stay abreast of these issues.  16:05 - Your state or city may be talking about this, even if you’re not in CA or OR. 17:35 - Shipping containers are allowed as an ADU as long as they meet the requirements.  20:05 - How financing works for an ADU and the options Rogelio’s company offers.  20:50 - Using an FHA 203K loan to convert an attached or detached garage.  22:25 - The four Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loan options and others.  23:55 - Assisted living and aging in place with ADUs.  24:50 - What Rogelio is against and why.  26:35 - Talk to your Government Affairs Director. 27:05 - How to reach Rogelio: DM him on Instagram. 29:00 - What he does and why it’s important. 3 Key Points 1.) ADUs are a great way to build an investment and save money.  2.) ADUs are an affordable and attractive solution for housing.  3.) Don’t forget our seniors, veterans, and single parents.  References Vvelcome Instagram Vvelcome Facebook

    32 Min.
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The place to find real estate news that matters. There *might* be some opinions, but they're coming from a Realtor® and broker who is active in both the day-to-day operation of the business and political advocacy as well. Unfiltered and with source links so you can do your own research. Your one-stop shop for real estate related news.

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