Spouses Talking Houses

This week, Jennifer and Brian discuss everything you need to know about how to value your home or potential home.

Husband and wife Real Estate Team Brian and Jennifer Frost discuss everything you want to know about buying, selling, investing, and owning property.

Topics discussed include:

• Jennifer and Brian got tested for covid19 and antibodies…negative
• Having the talk with clients about house pricing
• What is the difference between appraisal, CMA, & assessment?
• How accurate are Zillow estimates?
• Finding comparable properties
• What is an ideal comparable property?
• What are non-arms-length transactions?
• What you need to know about cash sales?
• How does acreage apply when looking at comps?
• What is a pool worth to your property?
• What is cost vs value?
• Will my renovation give me a solid return on investment?
• Should I look at the median price or average price?
• Myths and mistakes of home values

Spouses Talking Houses is recorded this and every week at The Studio 21 Podcast Café and is part of The United Podcast Network.

Music used with permission of Eric Lindberg. The theme music is Punkinseed from the album Rich Enough by The Eric Lindberg Trio. It’s available for purchase at https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/ericlindbergtrio1

Jennifer and Brian are licensed to practice real estate in NH and MA. Brian is also a certified general appraiser in NH. They are not lawyers, accountants, home inspectors or therapists. Real estate customs and rules may be different in your area. Each Keller Williams Realty office is independently owned and operated. The Realtor name is trademarked to members of the National Association of Realtors. If you are currently under contract with a real estate agent, this is not intended as a solicitation. Views expressed on this podcast by Jennifer may not be shared by Brian and vice versa, nor are they the views of Keller Williams Realty.

This week, Jennifer and Brian discuss everything you need to know about how to value your home or potential home.

Husband and wife Real Estate Team Brian and Jennifer Frost discuss everything you want to know about buying, selling, investing, and owning property.

Topics discussed include:

• Jennifer and Brian got tested for covid19 and antibodies…negative
• Having the talk with clients about house pricing
• What is the difference between appraisal, CMA, & assessment?
• How accurate are Zillow estimates?
• Finding comparable properties
• What is an ideal comparable property?
• What are non-arms-length transactions?
• What you need to know about cash sales?
• How does acreage apply when looking at comps?
• What is a pool worth to your property?
• What is cost vs value?
• Will my renovation give me a solid return on investment?
• Should I look at the median price or average price?
• Myths and mistakes of home values

Spouses Talking Houses is recorded this and every week at The Studio 21 Podcast Café and is part of The United Podcast Network.

Music used with permission of Eric Lindberg. The theme music is Punkinseed from the album Rich Enough by The Eric Lindberg Trio. It’s available for purchase at https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/ericlindbergtrio1

Jennifer and Brian are licensed to practice real estate in NH and MA. Brian is also a certified general appraiser in NH. They are not lawyers, accountants, home inspectors or therapists. Real estate customs and rules may be different in your area. Each Keller Williams Realty office is independently owned and operated. The Realtor name is trademarked to members of the National Association of Realtors. If you are currently under contract with a real estate agent, this is not intended as a solicitation. Views expressed on this podcast by Jennifer may not be shared by Brian and vice versa, nor are they the views of Keller Williams Realty.

This week, Jennifer and Brian discuss how real estate auctions work with Doug Martin of Keller Williams Commercial & Strategic Auction Alliance.

Husband and wife Real Estate Team Brian and Jennifer Frost discuss everything you want to know about buying, selling, investing, and owning property.

Spouses Talking Houses is recorded this and every week at The Studio 21 Podcast Café and is part of The United Podcast Network.

Music used with permission of Eric Lindberg. The theme music is Punkinseed from the album Rich Enough by The Eric Lindberg Trio. It’s available for purchase at https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/ericlindbergtrio1

Jennifer and Brian are licensed to practice real estate in NH and MA. Brian is also a certified general appraiser in NH. They are not lawyers, accountants, home inspectors or therapists. Real estate customs and rules may be different in your area. Each Keller Williams Realty office is independently owned and operated. The Realtor name is trademarked to members of the National Association of Realtors. If you are currently under contract with a real estate agent, this is not intended as a solicitation. Views expressed on this podcast by Jennifer may not be shared by Brian and vice versa, nor are they the views of Keller Williams Realty.

This week, Jennifer and Brian get real about paint colors for your home. Jennifer and Brian welcome Jill Hosking-Cartland of Hosking Interiors to discuss the best paint colors for the inside and outside of your home.

Visit https://www.hoskinginteriors.com/

Husband and wife Real Estate Team Brian and Jennifer Frost discuss everything you want to know about buying, selling, investing and owning property.

If you’re buying or selling real estate, contact Jennifer at www.bestmovesearch.com

Spouses Talking Houses is recorded this and every week at The Studio 21 Podcast Café and is part of The United Podcast Network.

Music used with permission of Eric Lindberg. The theme music is Punkinseed from the album Rich Enough by The Eric Lindberg Trio. It’s available for purchase at https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/ericlindbergtrio1

Jennifer and Brian are licensed to practice real estate in NH and MA. Brian is also a certified general appraiser in NH. They are not lawyers, accountants, home inspectors or therapists. Real estate customs and rules may be different in your area. Each Keller Williams Realty office is independently owned and operated. The Realtor name is trademarked to members of the National Association of Realtors. If you are currently under contract with a real estate agent, this is not intended as a solicitation. Views expressed on this podcast by Jennifer may not be shared by Brian and vice versa, nor are they the views of Keller Williams Realty.

This week, Jennifer and Brian discuss how real estate agents actually make their money and some of the things you need to know about starting your real estate career.

Husband and wife Real Estate Team Brian and Jennifer Frost discuss everything you want to know about buying, selling, investing, and owning property.

Topics discussed include:

• Jennifer and Brian play a mini version of the newlywed game
• What is the average a real estate agent makes across the country?
• How does working for a large realty agency work?
• Who would work as an independent contractor?
• Is there a standard fee for agents?
• What does it mean to be licensed under a brokerage?
• How does a seller pay commission to the agent?
• How is the pandemic affecting the real estate business?

Spouses Talking Houses is recorded this and every week at The Studio 21 Podcast Café and is part of The United Podcast Network.

Music used with permission of Eric Lindberg. The theme music is Punkinseed from the album Rich Enough by The Eric Lindberg Trio. It’s available for purchase at https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/ericlindbergtrio1

Jennifer and Brian are licensed to practice real estate in NH and MA. Brian is also a certified general appraiser in NH. They are not lawyers, accountants, home inspectors or therapists. Real estate customs and rules may be different in your area. Each Keller Williams Realty office is independently owned and operated. The Realtor name is trademarked to members of the National Association of Realtors. If you are currently under contract with a real estate agent, this is not intended as a solicitation. Views expressed on this podcast by Jennifer may not be shared by Brian and vice versa, nor are they the views of Keller Williams Realty.

This week, Jennifer and Brian discuss the pro’s and con’s of buying a 55+ house.

Husband and wife Real Estate Team Brian and Jennifer Frost discuss everything you want to know about buying, selling, investing and owning property.

Topics discussed include:

• Is it the right situation for you?
• What are the restrictions?
• What if I inherited a 55+ domicile?
• Can my family members live their too?
• What if my spouse is under 55?

Spouses Talking Houses is recorded this and every week at The Studio 21 Podcast Café and is part of The United Podcast Network.

Music used with permission of Eric Lindberg. The theme music is Punkinseed from the album Rich Enough by The Eric Lindberg Trio. It’s available for purchase at https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/ericlindbergtrio1

Jennifer and Brian are licensed to practice real estate in NH and MA. Brian is also a certified general appraiser in NH. They are not lawyers, accountants, home inspectors or therapists. Real estate customs and rules may be different in your area. Each Keller Williams Realty office is independently owned and operated. The Realtor name is trademarked to members of the National Association of Realtors. If you are currently under contract with a real estate agent, this is not intended as a solicitation. Views expressed on this podcast by Jennifer may not be shared by Brian and vice versa, nor are they the views of Keller Williams Realty.

This week, Jennifer and Brian discuss how to use the web to research your potential next home. They dive into everything you need to know about how your credit score dramatically affects your ability to buy a house.

Husband and wife Real Estate Team Brian and Jennifer Frost discuss everything you want to know about buying, selling, investing and owning property.

If you’re buying or selling real estate, contact Jennifer at www.bestmovesearch.com

Spouses Talking Houses is recorded this and every week at The Studio 21 Podcast Café and is part of The United Podcast Network.

Music used with permission of Eric Lindberg. The theme music is Punkinseed from the album Rich Enough by The Eric Lindberg Trio. It’s available for purchase at https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/ericlindbergtrio1

Jennifer and Brian are licensed to practice real estate in NH and MA. Brian is also a certified general appraiser in NH. They are not lawyers, accountants, home inspectors or therapists. Real estate customs and rules may be different in your area. Each Keller Williams Realty office is independently owned and operated. The Realtor name is trademarked to members of the National Association of Realtors. If you are currently under contract with a real estate agent, this is not intended as a solicitation. Views expressed on this podcast by Jennifer may not be shared by Brian and vice versa, nor are they the views of Keller Williams Realty.

This week, Jennifer and Brian welcome back Matthew DePippo from Residential Mortgage Services. They dive into everything you need to know about how your credit score dramatically affects your ability to buy a house.

Husband and wife Real Estate Team Brian and Jennifer Frost discuss everything you want to know about buying, selling, investing and owning property.

If you’re buying or selling real estate, contact Jennifer at www.bestmovesearch.com

Spouses Talking Houses is recorded this and every week at The Studio 21 Podcast Café and is part of The United Podcast Network.

Music used with permission of Eric Lindberg. The theme music is Punkinseed from the album Rich Enough by The Eric Lindberg Trio. It’s available for purchase at https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/ericlindbergtrio1

Jennifer and Brian are licensed to practice real estate in NH and MA. Brian is also a certified general appraiser in NH. They are not lawyers, accountants, home inspectors or therapists. Real estate customs and rules may be different in your area. Each Keller Williams Realty office is independently owned and operated. The Realtor name is trademarked to members of the National Association of Realtors. If you are currently under contract with a real estate agent, this is not intended as a solicitation. Views expressed on this podcast by Jennifer may not be shared by Brian and vice versa, nor are they the views of Keller Williams Realty.

This week, Jennifer and Brian welcome Joe Coulter and Matthew DePippo from Residential Mortgage Services. They dive into everything you need to know about taking out a loan to buy a house.

Husband and wife Real Estate Team Brian and Jennifer Frost discuss everything you want to know about buying, selling, investing and owning property.

Topics discussed include:

• Who are Fannie and Freddie?
• How about FHA and VA loans? Where does the money come from?
• What does an underwriter do?
• RMS is direct lender, right? mortgage broker vs lender vs bank
• Where do the guidelines come from?
• What is a QM standard?
• What are the roles of originator, servicer and investor?
• How are Covid-19 related events affecting guidelines?
• 5 C's - Capacity, Collateral, Credit, Cash and... Compensation?
• How rapidly are things changing?
• What does it mean when the Fed Rate changes?
• Can we talk about the bond market?
• How long can you lock a rate for?
• What steps can a buyer take right now?
• If you’re buying or selling real estate, contact Jennifer at www.bestmovesearch.com

Spouses Talking Houses is recorded this and every week at The Studio 21 Podcast Café and is part of The United Podcast Network.

Music used with permission of Eric Lindberg. The theme music is Punkinseed from the album Rich Enough by The Eric Lindberg Trio. It’s available for purchase at https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/ericlindbergtrio1

Jennifer and Brian are licensed to practice real estate in NH and MA. Brian is also a certified general appraiser in NH. They are not lawyers, accountants, home inspectors or therapists. Real estate customs and rules may be different in your area. Each Keller Williams Realty office is independently owned and operated. The Realtor name is trademarked to members of the National Association of Realtors. If you are currently under contract with a real estate agent, this is not intended as a solicitation. Views expressed on this podcast by Jennifer may not be shared by Brian and vice versa, nor are they the views of Keller Williams Realty.

This week, Jennifer and Brian welcome back Marie Degulis from Secondwind Water Systems. Today they’re talking about arsenic, PFAS and Uranium in well water.

Husband and wife Real Estate Team Brian and Jennifer Frost discuss everything you want to know about buying, selling, investing and owning property.

Topics discussed include:

• Jennifer and Brian talk about what they’ve been up to
• What is PFAS and why do I care?
• PFAS can be very dangerous
• How concerned should I be with plastics in the dishwasher or microwave?
• Can I collect my own sample for PFAS testing?
• What is the lead time for results?
• Is there an acceptable level for PFAS?
• What can be done for PFAS remediation?
• How does Secondwind deal the waste products?
• It’s very important to size systems appropriately
• Secondwind has certified water specialists
• Do I have to worry about PFAS with bottled water?
• Tap water could still have problems even if it’s boiled
• Can I assume the water in restaurants is OK?
• What is the Pacific patch?
• Should I be considering a reverse osmosis system?
• Where are the mortgage rates headed?
• Are uranium and arsenic problems with wells in NH?
• Should uranium be part of the comprehensive water test?
• Do the EPA limits change over time?
• Check out the website at www.secondwindwater.com
• For more information about real estate appraisal, check out Real VALUE Appraisal’s website at realvalueservices.com
• If you’re buying or selling real estate, contact Jennifer at www.bestmovesearch.com

Spouses Talking Houses is recorded this and every week at The Studio 21 Podcast Café and is part of The United Podcast Network.

Music used with permission of Eric Lindberg. The theme music is Punkinseed from the album Rich Enough by The Eric Lindberg Trio. It’s available for purchase at https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/ericlindbergtrio1

Jennifer and Brian are licensed to practice real estate in NH and MA. Brian is also a certified general appraiser in NH. They are not lawyers, accountants, home inspectors or therapists. Real estate customs and rules may be different in your area. Each Keller Williams Realty office is independently owned and operated. The Realtor name is trademarked to members of the National Association of Realtors. If you are currently under contract with a real estate agent, this is not intended as a solicitation. Views expressed on this podcast by Jennifer may not be shared by Brian and vice versa, nor are they the views of Keller Williams Realty.