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Fred Glick
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Fred Glick, a Broker, Real Estate Realist, and Founder of Arrivva, holds a stellar track record with over $2 billion in residential transactions while grounded in a lifelong passion for real estate. Join him in the We Fixed Real Estate podcast by Arrivva, where he shares expertise and insights about the dynamic real estate landscape. Arrivva, a leading real estate and mortgage brokerage, caters to buyers, sellers, and mortgagees with love, integrity, and a transparent fee structure. Featured in the Wall Street Journal, Arrivva is transforming the real estate landscape, one happy client at a time.

  1. 2d ago

    Flat Fees, Overpriced Appraisals, and Why ‘Local Agent’ Is a Myth

    Fred Glick, a Broker, Real Estate Realist, and Founder of Arrivva, holds a stellar track record with over $2 billion in residential transactions while grounded in a lifelong passion for real estate. Join him in the We Fixed Real Estate podcast by Arrivva, where he shares expertise and insights about the dynamic real estate landscape. Arrivva, a leading real estate and mortgage brokerage, caters to buyers, sellers, and mortgagees with love, integrity, and a transparent fee structure. Featured in the Wall Street Journal, Arrivva is transforming the real estate landscape, one happy client at a time. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn: Why flat-fee real estate can save sellers massive commission costsWhy the “local agent” pitch may no longer matter in modern real estateHow appraisal management companies are inflating appraisal costsSmart mortgage shopping tips beyond just comparing interest ratesWhen refinancing actually makes financial senseWhy fully underwritten pre-approvals strengthen buyer offers In this episode with Fred Glick In this episode of We Fixed Real Estate, Fred Glick of Arrivva breaks down why traditional real estate commissions continue to cost sellers tens of thousands more than necessary, and why the idea that you “need a local agent” may no longer hold up in today’s digital-first market.  From flat-fee listings and Zillow Showcase marketing to appraisal management fees and mortgage shopping strategies, Fred explains how buyers and sellers can avoid unnecessary costs and make smarter real estate decisions.

    29 min

  2. May 15

    The Insurance Industry Is Quietly Becoming Real Estate's New Gatekeeper

    Fred Glick, a Broker, Real Estate Realist, and Founder of Arrivva, holds a stellar track record with over $2 billion in residential transactions while grounded in a lifelong passion for real estate. Join him in the We Fixed Real Estate podcast by Arrivva, where he shares expertise and insights about the dynamic real estate landscape. Arrivva, a leading real estate and mortgage brokerage, caters to buyers, sellers, and mortgagees with love, integrity, and a transparent fee structure. Featured in the Wall Street Journal, Arrivva is transforming the real estate landscape, one happy client at a time. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn: How AI tools are changing home inspections, repair negotiations, and buyer strategyThe hidden inspections many buyers skip before it becomes a costly mistakeWhy insurance companies are suddenly becoming one of the biggest forces shaping real estate dealsHow unpermitted work, roof age, and fire risk could quietly kill a home saleThe surprising luxury home deal involving private stock instead of cash What a bizarre San Francisco tax-sale property reveals about land rights, easements, and hidden opportunitiesHow land lease structures could change home affordability for future buyers In this episode with Fred Glick Insurance companies may be becoming the real gatekeepers of real estate. In this episode with Fred Glick of Arrivva, we uncover how AI-driven inspection analysis, stricter insurance underwriting, and rising policy cancellations are quietly reshaping what it takes to close a deal. From unpermitted work and roof risks to fire exposure and denied coverage, more homes are getting flagged before escrow even closes. We also dig into unconventional deals, crypto and startup-stock purchases, and unusual San Francisco property plays that could hint at where real estate is headed next.

    27 min

  3. Apr 29

    What Your Agent Is Not Telling You About Commissions, Contracts, and AI

    Fred Glick, a Broker, Real Estate Realist, and Founder of Arrivva, holds a stellar track record with over $2 billion in residential transactions while grounded in a lifelong passion for real estate. Join him in the We Fixed Real Estate podcast by Arrivva, where he shares expertise and insights about the dynamic real estate landscape. Arrivva, a leading real estate and mortgage brokerage, caters to buyers, sellers, and mortgagees with love, integrity, and a transparent fee structure. Featured in the Wall Street Journal, Arrivva is transforming the real estate landscape, one happy client at a time. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn: The biggest misconception buyers have about how commissions really workWhat actually happens behind the scenes in agent negotiations and deal controlWhy some strategies buyers rely on can quietly cost them leverageThe hidden risks most people miss in pricing, appraisal, and contract decisionsHow transparency (or lack of it) shapes every step of a real estate transactionWhy AI in real estate is misunderstood and underutilized by most professionalsWhy choosing an agent based on relationships instead of skill can impact outcomesWhat emerging housing models could mean for the future of how we live and buy homes In this episode with Fred Glick Discover the truth behind commissions in this episode with Fred Glick of Arrivva.  Learn how buyers really pay, how agents control deals, and why real estate transparency matters more than ever. From negotiation mistakes and legal risks to AI myths and industry tactics, this episode exposes the games real estate agents play, and how to avoid them.

    22 min

  4. Apr 15

    Why Your Listing Photos Aren't Converting (And How Staging Fixes That)

    Fred Glick, a Broker, Real Estate Realist, and Founder of Arrivva, holds a stellar track record with over $2 billion in residential transactions while grounded in a lifelong passion for real estate. Join him in the We Fixed Real Estate podcast by Arrivva, where he shares expertise and insights about the dynamic real estate landscape. Arrivva, a leading real estate and mortgage brokerage, caters to buyers, sellers, and mortgagees with love, integrity, and a transparent fee structure. Featured in the Wall Street Journal, Arrivva is transforming the real estate landscape, one happy client at a time. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn: Why your home may be sitting longer than it should, even in a strong marketWhat staging really changes for buyers and why it matters more than most sellers thinkWhy some staging quotes are wildly overpriced and what to watch out forHow to stage only what counts without wasting money on long contractsWhat smart sellers do after photos are taken to keep costs under controlHow a lower offer can still win when the terms are cleaner and the process is stronger In this episode with Fred Glick In this episode of We Fixed Real Estate, Fred Glick of Arrivva reveals the real reason your home is not selling and it is not the market, it is your listing photos and how the property is presented online. Learn why poor listing photos fail to convert buyers, how strategic staging transforms photos that drive clicks and showings, how to avoid overpriced $10K+ staging contracts, which rooms actually matter most, and why a short-term staging strategy can save money while increasing your sale price. Fred also explains how furniture included in a home sale can impact taxes and fees, plus a real case study where stronger presentation, fewer contingencies, and a fully underwritten mortgage beat out a lower offer.

    23 min

  5. Apr 9

    How to Become a Cash Buyer, Beat Bidding Wars, and Avoid the Shared Equity Trap Featuring Flyhomes

    Fred Glick, a Broker, Real Estate Realist, and Founder of Arrivva, holds a stellar track record with over $2 billion in residential transactions while grounded in a lifelong passion for real estate. Join him in the We Fixed Real Estate podcast by Arrivva, where he shares expertise and insights about the dynamic real estate landscape. Arrivva, a leading real estate and mortgage brokerage, caters to buyers, sellers, and mortgagees with love, integrity, and a transparent fee structure. Featured in the Wall Street Journal, Arrivva is transforming the real estate landscape, one happy client at a time. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn: What a bridge loan (swing loan) is and how cross-collateralization works in plain languageFlyhomes' buy-before-sell program explained with real numbers: cost, process, and timelineHow buyers become cash-like purchasers and close in 10 days with no contingenciesWhy a Fly Homes cash-like offer is structurally stronger for the seller than a conventional cash buyerThe Fannie Mae guaranteed backup contract and how it removes DTI barriers for move-up buyersWhy selling your home empty almost always produces a better offer, and how to make that happen nowWarning: how shared equity investment companies structure their contracts so the effective rate exceeds 20%How Apple's Culver City campus is driving demand across the Los Angeles Westside from Culver City to WestchesterThe markets where buyers need a fully underwritten pre-approval just to be competitive In this episode with Fred Glick and Chris Quin How do you compete with cash buyers without being one? In this episode of We Fixed Real Estate, Fred Glick of Arrivva and Chris Quin of Flyhomes break down the buy-before-you-sell strategy, 10-day closings, and the financing tools that give you a serious edge in competitive markets like San Francisco. From hidden costs to bidding war realities, plus a warning on risky shared equity deals, this episode reveals what most agents won’t tell you.  Watch now before you make your next move.

    34 min

  6. Mar 27

    Everything Nobody Tells You Before Buying a House (The Real Closing Checklist)

    Fred Glick, a Broker, Real Estate Realist, and Founder of Arrivva, holds a stellar track record with over $2 billion in residential transactions while grounded in a lifelong passion for real estate. Join him in the We Fixed Real Estate podcast by Arrivva, where he shares expertise and insights about the dynamic real estate landscape. Arrivva, a leading real estate and mortgage brokerage, caters to buyers, sellers, and mortgagees with love, integrity, and a transparent fee structure. Featured in the Wall Street Journal, Arrivva is transforming the real estate landscape, one happy client at a time. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn: Why most buyers plan the closing day completely wrong, and what they should be doing insteadThe post-closing checklist almost everyone forgets (and how it can cost you time, money, and stress)How to navigate buying and selling at the same time without costly timing mistakesWhy closing timelines vary dramatically depending on where you buyThe key differences between wet and dry closings and how they impact your dealWhat some agents aren’t telling you about escrow and title costsWhat outdated systems and poor communication are still costing buyers and sellers today In this episode with Fred Glick Buying a home doesn't end at the closing table — in fact, that's where most of the chaos begins.  In this episode, Fred Glick of Arrivva breaks down the complete post-contract checklist that most agents never share with their clients: from why you should never schedule movers on your closing date, to the hidden escrow markups that are quietly draining sellers in Southern California. If you're buying, selling, or relocating, this one will save you money, time, and a lot of headaches.

    22 min

  7. Mar 12

    Mortgage System Problems Today and the Travel Nurse Housing Market Featuring Reliable Residence

    Fred Glick, a Broker, Real Estate Realist, and Founder of Arrivva, holds a stellar track record with over $2 billion in residential transactions while grounded in a lifelong passion for real estate. Join him in the We Fixed Real Estate podcast by Arrivva, where he shares expertise and insights about the dynamic real estate landscape. Arrivva, a leading real estate and mortgage brokerage, caters to buyers, sellers, and mortgagees with love, integrity, and a transparent fee structure. Featured in the Wall Street Journal, Arrivva is transforming the real estate landscape, one happy client at a time. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn: Why today’s mortgage process may be costing you time, money, and opportunitiesThe truth behind credit scores and hard inquiries that lenders don’t often revealHow “Doctor Loans” are changing the game for medical professionals in hot marketsWhy midterm rentals are changing the game for homeowners and healthcare tenants alikeInsider insights on non-QM loans for self-employed, commission-heavy, and complex-income borrowersWhat savvy buyers need to know to compete in competitive 2026 housing markets In this episode with Fred Glick and Christina Henderson What’s really broken in today’s mortgage industry, and how can buyers navigate it without wasting time or money? Fred Glick of Arrivva exposes the hidden inefficiencies in loan applications, the truth about credit scores, and why traditional processes may be costing you. Discover how specialized financing for medical professionals and midterm rental strategies with Christina Henderson of Reliable Residence could reshape the game for buyers and homeowners alike. From non-QM loans for complex incomes to insights on 2026’s hottest markets, this episode dives into the challenges, opportunities, and strategies most buyers aren’t hearing until now.

    30 min

  8. Feb 25

    Can Crypto Get You Approved for a Mortgage?

    Fred Glick, a Broker, Real Estate Realist, and Founder of Arrivva, holds a stellar track record with over $2 billion in residential transactions while grounded in a lifelong passion for real estate. Join him in the We Fixed Real Estate podcast by Arrivva, where he shares expertise and insights about the dynamic real estate landscape. Arrivva, a leading real estate and mortgage brokerage, caters to buyers, sellers, and mortgagees with love, integrity, and a transparent fee structure. Featured in the Wall Street Journal, Arrivva is transforming the real estate landscape, one happy client at a time. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn: How cryptocurrency could play a role in your next home purchaseThe Fannie Mae 120% rule and why it matters for crypto ownersBorrowing against crypto—what lenders really look forA unique first-lien HELOC that could replace a traditional 30-year fixed-rate loanHow inspection timing can create leverage for buyers and sellersDisclosure rules that could impact negotiations and legal riskHidden costs and conflicts in escrow most buyers don’t seeStrategies to keep your transaction smooth, transparent, and in your control In this episode with Fred Glick Can crypto really be used to buy a home? And what mortgage strategy are most crypto owners completely missing?  In this episode, Fred Glick of Arrivva breaks down a powerful approach that could change how digital asset holders think about financing. Plus, he reveals a brand-new mortgage product that may surprise even seasoned buyers and stick around because we’re diving into buyer disclosures and why they can make or break your deal.

    30 min
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Fred Glick, a Broker, Real Estate Realist, and Founder of Arrivva, holds a stellar track record with over $2 billion in residential transactions while grounded in a lifelong passion for real estate. Join him in the We Fixed Real Estate podcast by Arrivva, where he shares expertise and insights about the dynamic real estate landscape. Arrivva, a leading real estate and mortgage brokerage, caters to buyers, sellers, and mortgagees with love, integrity, and a transparent fee structure. Featured in the Wall Street Journal, Arrivva is transforming the real estate landscape, one happy client at a time.

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  • Creator
    Fred Glick
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    132
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 We Fixed Real Estate
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