20 episodes

Welcome to The Level Up Podcast with GNO Realty, your ultimate destination for all things Greater New Orleans real estate! Join your hosts, the dynamic duo of Braden L Smith and Ryan Rogers, as they dive into the latest stats, news, forecasts, and engaging interviews with local real estate professionals.

At The Level Up Podcast, we don't just bring you information – we bring the excitement of real estate to life! Expect a perfect blend of knowledge and entertainment in every episode. Whether you're a seasoned investor or a first-time homebuyer, we've got something for everyone.

The Level Up Podcast with GNO Realty GNO Realty

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Welcome to The Level Up Podcast with GNO Realty, your ultimate destination for all things Greater New Orleans real estate! Join your hosts, the dynamic duo of Braden L Smith and Ryan Rogers, as they dive into the latest stats, news, forecasts, and engaging interviews with local real estate professionals.

At The Level Up Podcast, we don't just bring you information – we bring the excitement of real estate to life! Expect a perfect blend of knowledge and entertainment in every episode. Whether you're a seasoned investor or a first-time homebuyer, we've got something for everyone.

    Episode 20: Future of Real Estate: Decoding the NAR Settlement

    Episode 20: Future of Real Estate: Decoding the NAR Settlement

    Tune in to The Level Up Podcast with GNO Realty, your trusted source for expert insights into the Greater New Orleans real estate market. Join Braden L Smith, co-owner of GNO Realty and owner of REvitalize Property Solutions, a local investment and development firm, and Ryan Curtis Rogers, a licensed REALTOR® with extensive knowledge of the New Orleans area.



    This month's episode tackles a hot-button topic: the National Association of REALTORS® proposed settlement and its potential impact on the future of real estate. Braden and Ryan offer a nuanced analysis, exploring the implications for agents, buyers, sellers, and the industry at large. Whether you're contemplating a future real estate transaction or simply curious about market trends, this episode provides valuable information to help you navigate the ever-evolving landscape. Level Up your understanding of the New Orleans real estate market with The Level Up Podcast!


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    • 39 min
    Episode 19: Interview with Courtney Fricke - Local Solutions-Based Real Estate Investor

    Episode 19: Interview with Courtney Fricke - Local Solutions-Based Real Estate Investor

    In this episode of The Level Up Podcast with GNO Realty, your hosts Braden Smith and Ryan Curtis Rogers dig into the current market stats in a new way that is more accurate, and provides better insight into what is actually going on in the Greater New Orleans Real Estate Market.



    This episode also features a special guest, Courtney Fricke, who is a local real estate investor that specializes in solutions-based real estate investing and creative deals. Braden and Ryan discuss what Courtney is seeing in the local market from her unique viewpoint and we go over some proactive ways that homeowners and investors can combat some of the challenges in the local market.



    🧐 Topics discussed with Courtney:



    👉 Insurance is our area's biggest issue.

    - Call your insurance agent and ask what adjustments can be made to get the premium down

    - Shop around for a cheaper policy

    - Raise deductible

    - Reduce coverage(s)

    - Wind mitigation survey

    - Let them know of any improvements such as a new roof, new windows, etc



    👉 Seeing more people in pre-foreclosure

    - Be proactive and reach out for help



    👉 Rental property owners seeing cash flow decimated

    - Raise rents

    - Shop insurance for cheaper options

    - Adjust insurance coverage(s) and/or increase deductible

    - Reach out for help



    👉 2024 reassessment for property taxes

    - You can contest it

    - Each parish has a different process



    📇 Contact information for Courtney Fricke:

    🛜 Website - www.CourtneyFricke.com

    📧 Email - yourlocalrealestatesolution@gmail.com



    📇 Contact information for Braden Smith:

    📲 Mobile: 504-621-1729

    📧 Email: Braden@GNOrealty.com

    🛜 Website: https://gnorealty.com/gno-realty-agents/braden-l-smith/



    📇 Contact information for Ryan Curtis Rogers:

    📲 Mobile: 504-430-0324

    📧 Email: ryancurtisrogers@gmail.com

    🛜 Website: https://gnorealty.com/gno-realty-agents/ryan-curtis-rogers/


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    • 1 hr 1 min
    Episode 18 - New Orleans Housing Market 2023 Recap & 2024 Expectations

    Episode 18 - New Orleans Housing Market 2023 Recap & 2024 Expectations

    Get the inside scoop on New Orleans real estate with hosts Braden and Ryan. In this 2023 recap, we break down key market stats like price drops, inventory changes, and analysis for buyers and sellers. Also revealed - New Orleans home value predictions for 2024 and expert tips to navigate the current landscape of high mortgage rates and slowing sales. Whether you're looking to buy, sell or invest in the Big Easy, tune in to decode stats like months of supply, list to sale price ratios, median days on market, and more. Walk away with an information edge to make smart moves in NOLA's housing market this year.

    Articles mentioned in the show:

    Home prices are up year-over-year in 38 of the nation's 50 largest housing markets

    https://www.resiclubanalytics.com/p/home-prices-yearoveryear-38-nations-50-largest-housing-markets

    Home prices are forecast to fall in these 34 cities

    https://www.businessinsider.com/real-estate-housing-market-predictions-2024-cities-home-prices-falling-2024-1


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    • 43 min
    Episode 17 - Mastering the Real Estate Game: Insights from a Local Contractor - Machi Medrzycki

    Episode 17 - Mastering the Real Estate Game: Insights from a Local Contractor - Machi Medrzycki

    Braden Smith and Chuck Stall are back with Machi Medrzycki to talk about investment properties, specifically flips.



    Machi Medrzycki MLM ConstructionPhone: 985-788-1541Email: Machi@mlm-inc.comWebsite: https://mlm-inc.com/


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    • 1 hr 12 min
    Episode 16 - Why Buyers Should Celebrate

    Episode 16 - Why Buyers Should Celebrate

    Are we starting to see a balancing market? Chuck and Braden dive into market stats and others trends to find out. 


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    • 29 min
    Episode 15 - New Orleans Area Real Estate Outlook for 2023

    Episode 15 - New Orleans Area Real Estate Outlook for 2023

    After a  long layover, Braden Smith and Chuck Stall return to give an outlook on the New Orleans Area Real Estate Market for 2023.

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    • 36 min

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