Your Next Move with Luann and Erica

Erica Berry

Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest decisions you will ever make — and you deserve straight answers, not guesswork. Welcome to Your Next Move with LuAnn and Erica, the show where two seasoned REALTORS® pull back the curtain on everything real estate. LuAnn Jones brings over 21 years of expertise serving buyers and sellers throughout Northern New Jersey, and Erica Berry covers the booming Research Triangle market in North Carolina — together, they give you a dual-market perspective you won't find anywhere else. Each episode is packed with real, actionable advice — how to win in a competitive bidding war, what to do if your home doesn't appraise, how to navigate short sales, what first-time buyers need to know before making an offer, and so much more. Whether you are buying your first home, selling your family home, investing in property, or simply curious about what the market is doing, this podcast is your trusted resource. LuAnn and Erica don't just talk theory — they share the strategies, insider knowledge, and hard-won lessons that come from years of working deals in two of the country's most dynamic real estate markets. Every episode is designed to educate, empower, and inspire you to make your next move with total confidence. New episodes drop [weekly / bi-weekly]. Subscribe so you never miss a market update, buyer tip, seller strategy, or expert interview. Your dream home — or your best sale — starts here.

  1. 4 Sept

    What the Mortgage Calculator Does not Tell you!! Guest: Cam Lewis/Lower Mortgage

    What does the mortgage calculator NOT tell you? 🏡 In this conversation, I sit down with Cam Lewis of Lower Mortgage to talk about what buyers—especially entrepreneurs and self-employed professionals—need to know before applying for a mortgage. We discuss: ✔️ What the online mortgage calculator may be missing ✔️ How lenders determine what you actually qualify for ✔️ How entrepreneurs and business owners can qualify for a mortgage ✔️ Why your business revenue isn't necessarily the same as your qualifying income ✔️ How tax deductions can affect mortgage qualification ✔️ What documentation self-employed buyers should be prepared to provide ✔️ The importance of credit, debt, income and financial history ✔️ Tips to put yourself in the strongest position before applying ✔️ Common mistakes entrepreneurs make when preparing to buy a home If you're self-employed, own a business, work as an entrepreneur, or have income that doesn't fit neatly into a traditional W-2 paycheck, this conversation is one you won't want to miss! Cam brings valuable insight into navigating the mortgage process and helping buyers understand their options. Lower notes that self-employed borrowers may have several financing paths depending on how their income is documented, including conventional and alternative-documentation options. Thinking about buying a home in the Chapel Hill, Durham, Raleigh or surrounding Triangle area? Let's talk before you start your home search.

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Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest decisions you will ever make — and you deserve straight answers, not guesswork. Welcome to Your Next Move with LuAnn and Erica, the show where two seasoned REALTORS® pull back the curtain on everything real estate. LuAnn Jones brings over 21 years of expertise serving buyers and sellers throughout Northern New Jersey, and Erica Berry covers the booming Research Triangle market in North Carolina — together, they give you a dual-market perspective you won't find anywhere else. Each episode is packed with real, actionable advice — how to win in a competitive bidding war, what to do if your home doesn't appraise, how to navigate short sales, what first-time buyers need to know before making an offer, and so much more. Whether you are buying your first home, selling your family home, investing in property, or simply curious about what the market is doing, this podcast is your trusted resource. LuAnn and Erica don't just talk theory — they share the strategies, insider knowledge, and hard-won lessons that come from years of working deals in two of the country's most dynamic real estate markets. Every episode is designed to educate, empower, and inspire you to make your next move with total confidence. New episodes drop [weekly / bi-weekly]. Subscribe so you never miss a market update, buyer tip, seller strategy, or expert interview. Your dream home — or your best sale — starts here.