The Real Estate REplay Wendy, Founder of Selling Later
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Host Wendy Gilch, and a rotating cast of expert co-hosts, break down the good, the bad, the unethical (and sometimes illegal) things other sellers and buyers experienced while buying or selling a home. Learn what went right, what went wrong, what they would do differently and how to spot red flags before they become a problem. The Real Estate REplay is powered by consumer advocate group, Selling Later.www.therealestatereplay.com
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Real Estate's Unspoken Rules of Referral Fees and Commission Battles
Ever feel like there's something more to those "free" real estate platforms? We're revealing the truth behind agent referral systems and the hidden costs they bury. In this episode, journey with us as we question the standard commission rates, challenge the lack of transparency in the referral process, and share our own practice of recommending agents without expecting a fee. We also take a critical look at how large platforms track transactions and the resulting squeeze on commission negotiations, inviting you to consider how much of your money really goes into the service you receive.
Charles Boon, a Colorado broker with as much expertise in real estate as he has tattoos of homes sold on his arm, joins us to dissect the impact of referral platforms on your wallet and property negotiations.
As a special bonus, and because there is no way to avoid talking about, we also discuss the NAR proposed settlement and how it might impact these referral platforms, but also how it's currently making everyone lose their mind.
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Data in 10: The other ways iBuyers profit with your personal information
New Data In 10 (or less) episode!
Peel back the curtain on real estate's shadowy corners with us, as we expose the truth about industry practices that could be dipping into your pocket without you even blinking an eye.
This episode brings you a raw look at the iBuyerss. As they make their way back to the market with big marketing dollars to spend, it's important that you understand the many ways they make money off of you (it's not just from buying your house).
Learn about iBuyers like Opendoor and Offer Pad, and discover the real cost of those tempting cash offers. From commission structures that may not always have the seller's best interests at heart to the goldmine that is your personal data—our new data in 10 episode on ibuyer's hold nothing back.
Discover "Data In 10," your go-to resource on companies selling your information (in 10 minutes or less). As new FCC rules reshape the real estate landscape, it's crucial to understand the impending changes and their impact on you (consumers) and the value of your information.
Before the new rules take effect, we're committed to educating you on the myriad companies profiting from your data. Uncover the true value of your information and how, often unbeknownst to you, it's traded. The potential impact is significant – your data's value influences the quality of service you receive and can affect the fees and commissions you pay.
Pay attention and protect your data!
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Part 1: Consumer Alert - The Truth Behind Brokerage Fees and Real Estate Contracts
If you are thinking of buying a home this year, you need to listen to this episode!
In light of the many antitrust lawsuits floating through the court system, the messaging now being pushed to agents is to get a buyer broker agreement signed with their client ASAP. Unfortunately, most of these broker agreements are not "pro-consumer," even though the industry loves to throw that term around like candy.
In this episode, real estate attorney and licensed broker, Doug Miller, joins us to expose who is writing these agreements and how certain contract clauses can undermine a fair deal for homebuyers. Additionally, the episode casts light on the subtle ways consumers end up footing the bill for brokers' business expenses.
Learn About Buyer Broker Contracts
Steve Brobeck's Report On State Commission Boards
Review Current Antitrust Lawsuits
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Tales From The "Deal Killer" Inspector
There is a hidden side of the real estate industry that we like to call the "underbelly." The underbelly is where all the bad stuff is hidden from consumers and rarely discussed. Those that do discuss the "underbelly" are typically discarded, ousted, or avoided.
When we saw Preston Kincaid's recent videos on his experience with the real estate underbelly, we knew he would be a perfect fit for our podcast to discuss the challenging relationships between "deal killer" inspectors and bad agents.
In this episode, Preston and Wendy discuss how he is treated by good agents, vs what happened when a bad broker labeled him a "deal killer" and banned their agents from using his services. They also get into home flippers, red flags to spot, new construction, and what you should be looking for when searching for a home inspector.
Preston's Tiktok @inspector_preston
Preston's Business Page
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Will Big Tech replace agents? How they make money, how these lawsuits affect them, and more stuff you should know
The many antitrust lawsuit that have hit the court system recently have created the idea that “big tech “is going to replace real estate agents. But if that’s possible, we need to understand how much they currently make off of real estate agents (that you don’t see).
This episode features Florida real estate broker, Matt Wheatley, and covers the models of some of these big businesses, the impact of antitrust law suits on their business, what the future may look like, why we should demand they be more transparent, and a whole lot of extra stuff about fees, hating being in sales, humility, and why social media makes our brains hurt.
Matt’s Tiktok: @mjwhomes
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Anti-trust lawsuit updates: what sellers and buyers should know, and the billions NAR needs to find in their piggy bank
Back in June, Rob Hahn joined our podcast to explain the three anti-trust lawsuits that were floating through the court system.
A lot has changed since then, including $5 billion in damages that is sitting in front of a judge to decide if that amount is fair and just. That $5 billion is just one of the now four cases in the system (with likely many to follow).
With so many changes in so little time, we asked Rob to join us again to not only give us an update on the cases and damages, but also give some insight into what consumers should be looking for in the future.
Rob and Wendy also discuss the many dumb things real estate agents are STILL posting online and telling clients that prove steering and conversations between agents to keep buyer commissions inflated. Plus a conversation on why real estate brokers (or brokers in charge) should be worried.
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Customer Reviews
Thoughtful discussion on how the system works
Good podcast if you want to better understand the hidden drivers of the real estate market and be more informed.
Excellent information, poor audio quality
As a real estate agent, I find the information in this podcast to be extremely beneficial. My only wish is that the show will seek out better audio mixing and equipment. The show’s audio has a hollow and grainy sound to it. The information provided is so insightful and professional but the listening experience has room for improvement.