THE FIRST TIME HOME BUYER PODCAST
Subscribe Now For A Weekly Dose Of Inspiration
Buying your first home can be one of the most stressful, overwhelming, and expensive experiences in your life.
This is why I created The First Time Home Buying Podcast, to make this experience EASY and DELIGHTFUL for you.
My goal is to EMPOWER you, the first time home buyer, with all the information and tools that you need so that you can make a great decision buying your first home.
Subscribe To The Podcast
What Others Say About Our Podcast...
"I have literally listened to every single podcast you've put out! Your podcast gave me the confidence and knowledge to be serious about being a first-time home buyer! Truly, I wouldn't be where I am today if I hadn't learned so much to make me feel like it was a realistic possibility. More importantly, they made me feel like I didn't have to navigate this stuff alone. Even though I never met you or had a convo with you or any of your guests, I always felt like I had an expert on my side."
Nik
PODCAST EPISODES
Emotions Out! Why You DO Need To Leave Your Emotions Out During Your Home Inspection, with Charles Kent
Introduction Charles Kent is a Certified Professional Inspector in Portland, Oregon with Status Inspections. Charles loves working with first-time home buyers and giving them the information, they need, to make the most educated home buying decision. When he is not inspecting homes, Charles loves snowboarding and camping with his wife…
Read More(Freelancers + Entrepreneurs) How To Great A Fantastic Mortgage As A Self-Employed, with Jim Misner
Introduction Jim Misner is a top-producing home lender that serves all parts of Oregon and Washington. He has been teaching 1st-time homebuyer education for nearly 8 years and has a passion for helping people build wealth through real estate. He is also an active investor, family man, and artist. Get…
Read MoreHome Inspection Reports (Explained): The 4 Sections Of Our Home Inspection Reports, with Kurt Grasset
Introduction Kurt Grassett is the owner and General Manager of Norway Hill Home Inspections, a home inspection company in Peterborough, New Hampshire with over 800 5-star reviews where they love loves teaching prospective home buyers about their new home. When not working Kurt likes to fly fish, travel to see…
Read MoreBuydown MasterClass (OR) How How To Temporarily Reduce Your Interest Rate, with Amy Slotnick
Introduction Amy Slotnick is a SVP, Branch Manager, and Senior Mortgage Advisor in Newton, MA. She is a 40-year veteran of the mortgage industry and she is passionate about educating buyers through the home financing process. In her free time, she enjoys visiting her daughter, son-in-law, and new grandson in…
Read MoreThe 3 (Silly) Rules To Secure Your Home Resale Value, with Michael La Stella
Introduction Mike La Stella is a realtor in Bergen County, New Jersey. He loves working with home buyers to guide them through the process of buying their first home. He is also a husband and father of two. When he is not working, he loves traveling with his wife and…
Read MoreSecrets of a 1,000 5-Star-Review Inspection Company – With Michael Conrad
Introduction Michael Conrad is a building scientist and a serial entrepreneur that runs a company called, DILIGENT, a home inspection company based in Nashville, TN with over 1,000 5-Star Reviews. DILIGENT is the ultimate One-Stop Shop for inspection services in the mid-Tennessee area. You might have also seen Michael on…
Read MoreThe Top 3 Options To Lower Your Interest Rate (Including The 2-1 Buydown Option) – Lee Barroll
Introduction Lee Barroll is a loan originator in Nashville, TN. He has 26 years of experience and enjoys helping all types of homebuyers accomplish their goals. When not working, he loves hanging out with his 2 dogs, Charlie and Bernie. Get In Touch With Our Guest, Lee Barroll If you’d…
Read MoreWhy You Need To Work With A Real Estate Agent That DOESN’T Need Your Business, with Mike Sposato
Introduction Mike Sposato is the Owner and Managing Broker of Carolina Realty Advisors in Charlotte, North Carolina. He has been a Realtor for over 20 years and works with buyers and sellers all over the Greater Charlotte area. When not working Mike loves to travel, go to his beach house,…
Read MoreThis Is The Best Time To Buy In Austin, Texas (And How To Deal With The High Interest Rates) – With Libby Arnold
Introduction Libby Arnold is an Associate Broker at Realty Austin in Austin, TX. She specializes in residential real estate and loves helping first-time homebuyers understand the buying process and the market’s nuances. Get In Touch With Our Guest Today If you’d like to get in touch with our guest today,…
Read MoreAuctions! How To Bid (The Right Way) On An Auction As A First Time Home Buyer – With Frank Pietrzak
Introduction Frank Pietrzak (Peter-Zak) is a property tax foreclosure Auctioneer in New York State with over 20 years of experience. Frank and the professional team at NYSAuctions.com have returned over 40,000 properties to the tax-paying rolls and he mentions this could be a great option for 1st-time buyers who have…
Read MoreWhy You Need A (100-Day) Guarantee On Your Home Inspection, with John Leon Gonzalez
Introduction John Leon Gonzalez is a Certified Professional Inspector® in Seattle, Washington that has been licensed as a realtor since 2007 both H.I. and WDIR (Pest). He is also certified by the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors® (InterNACHI®) and today he comes to tell us everything about how to…
Read MoreSecrets From A 10x Winner Of The Five-Star Real Estate Agent Award, with Bryan Mize
Introduction Bryan Mize is a real estate agent and home inspector in Seattle. He is passionate about sharing his knowledge and helping others to succeed in RE too. When he’s not working he loves hiking, motorcycling, and enjoying live music/theatre. Get In Touch With Our Guest, Bryan Mize If you’d…
Read MoreHow To Have A Stress-Free (and Low-Drama) Transaction, with Chris Sayre
Introduction Chris Sayre is a Mortgage Lender in Kirkland, WA. He’s always had the heart to help others and Mortgages are just an extension of his desire to make a difference. When he’s not working, he enjoys spending time with his family at their cabin in Eastern, WA. Get In…
Read MoreWhy You Need A Passionate (Area) Expert When Buying A Home, with Randy Baruh
Introduction Randy Baruh is a real estate agent in New York City with over 22 years of experience. He enjoys a proven record of sales success and lasting relationships with the people he has helped over the course of his career. Whether they are looking to buy, sell, rent, or…
Read More500,000+ Credit Errors Disputed with Dovly & How You Can Improve Yours As Well – With Nirit Rubenstein
Introduction Nirit Rubenstein is CEO of Dovly – the first, fully automated, smart credit engine. Nirit is passionate about helping Americans maximize their credit and reach their financial goals. Outside of work, Nirit enjoys exploring the hiking trails and other natural wonders of her adopted home in Arizona. Get In…
Read More(Special) Why Do You Need An Agent That Falls In Love With Their Clients, with Margo Christophilis
Introduction Margo Christophilis is a Managing Broker in Seattle, Washington who loves to help people get into their first home. When she is not working she is dancing and doing crossfit. Being with family is also very important for her. Get In Touch With Our Guest, Margo Christophilis If you’d…
Read MoreWhy You Cannot Lead With Fear (Ever!) In Real Estate, with Sydney Blumstein
Introduction Sydney Blumstein is a real estate agent in New York. Her parents built a wildly successful team at the Corcoran group based on their knowledge, kindness, and transparency and now she helps people find their own piece of NYC to call home. Her personal Mottos are: “more fun today”…
Read MoreStop Throwing Your Money Away (And Making Your Landlord Richer), with Leonard Steinberg
Introduction Leonard Steinberg was the first PRESIDENT of COMPASS which is now the largest national real estate tech-fueled brokerage in the USA by sales volume. As the company expanded at a historically rapid rate, Leonard transitioned to Chief Evangelist promoting company culture, ethics, and advisory. He devotes 95% of his…
Read MoreThe Top 3 Reasons Why Prices Are Not Going Down (Anytime Soon), with Nate Johnson
Introduction Nate Johnson is the President of Real Estate Solutions Group @ Red Key Realty Leaders, a full-service residential real estate group in St. Louis, Missouri, with a commitment to helping clients achieve their real estate goals. In addition to helping buyers and sellers achieve their real estate goals for…
Read MoreThe Top 3 Reasons Why 80% Of Our Offers Get Accepted, with Lance King
Introduction Lance King is the Owner of King Realty Group in San Francisco. He and his team regularly help first-time buyers navigate the complicated Bay Area market. In his spare time, he engages in many sports and spends time with his wife and daughter. Get In Touch With Our Guest,…
Read More