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Listen to "Real Estate Radio" past shows with listener questions and expert advice from Craig and George. It's a serendipitous  potpourri of valuable info!

March 21, 2009
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Real Estate Radio includes a conversation with Wayne Locke and Sheila Davies from Washington Realtors and Coldwell Banker on Whidbey Island talking about Workforce Housing/entry-level homebuyer as a solution to real estate turmoil, being honest with ability to buy home, defining first-time homebuyer, class instruction on home ownership, budgeting, supercharge first-time buyers tax credit (52 min)


March 14, 2009
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Real Estate Radio includes a conversation with Larry Bergstrom, realtor from Crescent Realty, and topics covered are distressed property legislation, down payment assistance, interest rates, riding the real estate cycle, suspended foreclosures, greenhouse gases, PushBackNoTax.com and Evergreen Freedom Foundation rally, property tax  (52 min.)


March 7, 2009
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Real Estate Radio topics include a history of Real Estate Radio, crooked mortgage lenders. Obama Home Affordable Modification and Refinance Program and temporarily suspended foreclosures, Big Bank doing loans (51 min.)


February 28, 2009
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Lawrence Yun interview only mp3 (25 min)
Real Estate Radio topics include a conversation with Lawrence Yun, PhD, Chief Economist of the National Association of Realtors. He presents a very lucid look into the past, present and his view of the future of the residential real estate economy; Realtor Jolene Anderson of Seattle's Green Taskforce, reducing carbon footprint of homes and federal tax credits. (51 min.)


February 21, 2009
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Real Estate Radio topics include a conversation with Dick Beeson of Washington Realtors®, Northwest Multiple Listing Service, what the stimulus act means, big bank greed, increase debt limits via bonds for Washington State Housing Finance Commission, down payment assistance. (51 min.)


February 14, 2009
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Real Estate Radio topics include a talk with Paul Merriman, co-host of Sound Investing, founder of Merriman and editor of FundAdvice.com, talks about subprime meltdown; also, guest Kim Herman of the Washington Housing Finance Commission discusses the House Key Program for first-time homebuyers. (51 min.)


February 7, 2009
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Real Estate Radio topics include a conversation with Jon Soine of Windermere Bellingham and Washington Realtors Vice President of Government Affairs and Perry Eskridge, Government Affairs Director of Whatcom County Association of Realtors economic and fiscal impact to first time homebuyers, how to contact your legislator, Olympia, WA legislative bills. (51 min.)


February 1, 2009
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Real Estate Radio topics include home prices slide in US but rise in west, mortgage rates, Legislative Day, economic trends predicting housing market, short sales and reo, loan modification program. (51 min.)


January 24, 2009
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Real Estate Radio topics include talking with George McGilliard, Legislative Steering chair for the Washington Association of Realtors, gives an update on 'Hill Day' from Olympia for Realtors®, mortgage interest report, distressed properties legislation, Washington economic recovery, debt limit, down payment assistance program, LEEDS, housing density. (50 min.)


January 17, 2009
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Guest Greg Wright, president of the Washington Association of Realtors, talks about Realtors®, legislative fixes, excise tax regulations, equity skimming Other topics include home values in 2009, mortgage rates, changes in mortgage programs and more. (50 min.)


November 15, 2008
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Topics include talking with housing expert Jim Randel, author of "The Skinny on the Housing Crisis", financial bail out, micromarkets in real estate on home value, first-time homebuyer statistics, fsbo. (50 min.)


November 8, 2008
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Topics include new loan limits, markets not getting the asking price, hot markets in Western Washington, underwater markets, qualifying for FHA loan, featured condo on Beach Drive, West Seattle. (50 min.)



November 1, 2008

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Topics include if it is safe to buy real estate in Seattle, creative financing returns, why mortgage rates are not lower. (50 min.)


October 25, 2008
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Topics include bailout fall-out, Greenspan mea culpa, Freddie Mac's culpable, foreclosures decline. (50 min.)


October 18, 2008
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Topics include Paulson's bank meeting, FDIC senior debt and bank account guarantee, changing credit score during mortgage process, availability of mortgage money, looking back five years, creative loans, why realtors are needed, selling home: fix up or as is. (50 min.)


October 11, 2008
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Topics include the wild week in the capital markets, Washington Mutual, how to shop for a home loan, how to choose a lender and realtor, fundamentals in your personal economy, real estate statistics, Seattle's Georgetown neighborhood. (50 min.)


October 4, 2008
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Topics include guest Rhonda Ender of Northwest Real Estate talking about a home on Snoqualmie Ridge and flipping homes, September sale are up, HUD good faith estimates, mortgage meltdown, Wall Street bailout, Fannie Mae. (50 min.)


September 27, 2008
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Topics include guest Brian Davenny of State Farm Insurance talking about homeowners insurance, coverage, earthquake, credit rating effecting insurance, Washington Mutual failure. (50 min.)


September 20, 2008
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Topics include info on short sales, mortgage, real estate home buying mistakes, featured listing, statistics. (50 min. each; to download, right click & save)


September 13, 2008
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Topics include info on short sales, mortgage, real estate home buying mistakes, featured listing, statistics
Guest:
Lee Gallaher, Gallaher Real Estate. (50 min. each)


September 6, 2008
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Topics include fear and loathing in housing sector, mistakes new realtors make, places to get a mortgage, sitting on the fence, real estate fraud, three major home buying mistakes, featured listing, statistics and trends.


August 23, 2008
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Hour 1:
- A
n interview with Lennox Scott, CEO of John L. Scott Real Estate explains real estate cycles.
Hour 2:
- More with with Lennox Scott, CEO of John L. Scott Real Estate, median home prices, fanny mae, National Association of Realtors.


August 16, 2008
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Hour 1:
- An interview with Tim Gallagher, Superintendent of Seattle Parks and Recreation Department talks about using $140 million for Seattle park land, bonfires at Alki and Golden Gardens, dog parks, chickens in yards, acquiring more park land, wildlife in the parks, homeless encampments, the Alaskan Way viaduct future.
Hour 2:
- Bill Riley, VP of Government Affairs for Washington Realtors talks about their endorsement for the Washington governors race, politics of real estate, open house signs, "Invest in RPAC", jumbo loans falling, Seattle home prices.


August 9, 2008
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Dino Rossi interview mp3

Dino Rossi
Topics include
a conversation with Dino Rossi, Republican candidate in 2008 for Governor of Washington, talks about small business, Alaskan Way viaduct, transportation, land use, public housing, crystal ball in 4 years


August 2, 2008
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 Topics include magical misery tour, Housing Recovery Act, who's who in Washington, Extreme Makeover Takeover, Brad Pitt, foreclosure tactics, interest rates, thirteen ways to get a buyer inside your home, top ten things you don't want want to hear your realtor say.


July 26, 2008
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Topics include


July 19, 2008
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July 12, 2008
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Topics guest Sharon Stewart of Assurance Escrow West Seattle talking about the world of escrow, escrow options, what lenders do she wishes they didn't. Also, Lori Larson, Windermere Real Estate talks about featured Renton/Kennydale waterfront condo with deeded moorage, next to Seahawk training facility, Robb Report on Real Estate, Renton real estate market, celebrity foreclosures, idiot money, Indimac, whether Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae fail, owner financing is back, lenders and banks bite the dust with the lender implodameter.


June 28, 2008
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Topics include controversy at Countrywide Home Loans, pre-home loan counseling, bad news for King County real estate, down payment gift programs, reading the documents.


June 21, 2008
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Topics include featured guest Curt O'Connor, an in city infill developer and his view townhomes at 1609 California Ave SW in West Seattle, distressed foreclosure properties, FHA insurance on foreclosures, The Countrywide Six Scandal, subprime meltdown, zero down with Nehemiah, Gray's Anatomy of Real Estate Transaction: finding a buyers agent, steps to buying a home.


June 14, 2008
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Topics include Redlining is legal, fanny mae shifts gears, interest rates rise, May real estate statistics, tips on agents working with buyers, advice for first time buyers, The Robb Report talks about a condo with Stephanie Hardy of John L. Scott in West Seattle, Craig explains the Seattle real estate sandwich - hold the malaise..


June 7, 2008
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Topics include theft at model homes, mortgage fraud - it can happen to you and it's illegal, if Warren Buffet was your realtor, Svetlana Yim of Prudential Real Estate in Burien talks about the Ukrainian community and featured house, real estate trends in Federal Way and Dash Point, Craig's take on mortgage interest rates, buying vacant vs. improved land, is Seattle recession


May 31, 2008
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Topics
include Washington States new law on distressed home sales, mortgage rates, Warren Buffet on the new economy, Issaquah affordable housing, flips, walkaways, halfbacks.


May 24, 2008
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Topics cover mad, mad mortgage world, featured listing, affordable housing in Issaquah, Rick Larson on Florida real estate investing, Don't Let This Happen To You, Gray's Anatomy of Seattle Real Estate.


May 17, 2008
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Topics cover It's a mad, mad, mad mortgage world, low interest rates make homes more affordable, Relocation: Blues or Bonanza, foreclosures, general price decline and cautious investing, contingent offer on the sale of your home, bridge loan, Don't let this happen to you and Gray's Anatomy of Real Estate.


May 3, 2008
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Topics cover an interview with Kirsten Kemp, author of "Flipping Confidential" and host of TLC's "Property Ladder". Also, flipping, what buyers should tell brokers, Fed rate cut, distressed homeowners and new law, and Gray's Anatomy of Real Estate


April 26, 2008
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Topics cover lat fee discount brokers and Gray's Anatomy of Real Estate.


April 19, 2008
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Topics cover Pet Peeve of the Week, best source for the least expensive financing, featured listing, It's a mad, mad, mad mortgage world, Don't let this happen to you and Gray's Anatomy of Real Estate.


March 13, 2005
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Craig and George Pillant of ReMax Real Estate of Tacoma discusses Real estate and home loan mortgages; also, spring bloom in real estate right now, tips to selling your home, interest rates.


March 6, 2005
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Craig and and Michael Kollar of Windermere discuss Real estate and home loan mortgages; also, fruit flies in the toile, interest rates, whisper numbers and its effects on the real estate market, inspecting home siding and more.


January 5, 2005
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Craig Goebbel, Realtor Michael Kollar of Windermere and Debbie Taylor of LoanTek Home Loans discuss credit reports - free and easy? medium price of home in Pierce County, WA and Most affordable housing marking in U.S. Home heating fuel.


December 23, 2004
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Craig Goebbel and Realtor George Pilant discuss Holiday home sales, How to save on your  heating bill, Sands of Christmas by Michael Marks, refinancing and more.


August 22, 2004 - Hour 2
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with Debbie Taylor of LoanTek Home Loans

Topics cover
Interest rates, Big Bank pitfalls, Major loan types, Caller shares investment strategy, Mortgage essentials


July 25, 2004 - Hour 1
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with Steve Shattuck, General Contractor/CR/CGR & certified remodeler

Topics cover Remodel permit process, Neighbor property easement impeding view, Adjustable rate is going up, Adding 2nd story deck, 80-10-10 loan & interest only loan, Origination fee each time refi, New IRC Int'l residential code for Washington


July 11, 2004 - Hour 1
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Craig Goebbel and Realtor Lee Gallaher discuss topics surrounding mortgages, real estate and more.

July 11, 2004 - Hour 2
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Topics cover topics surrounding mortgages, real estate and more.


June 27, 2004 - Hour 1
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Craig Goebbel and Realtor Lee Gallaher discuss appliances included in offer, Advice on buying home in Dallas, TX, Real estate wanted: mobile home park, rambler in Edmonds, industrial land in S. Seattle, land in Mt. Lake Terrace, maintain & seal exposed aggregate interest rates, who represents me when I buy my home and more.

June 27, 2004 - Hour 2
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Craig Goebbel and Realtor Lee Gallaher discuss HUD, Crunching numbers for investment grade real estate, property financing, real estate investment & LLC advice, Deduct home equity line of credit on taxes, Protect yourself from junk fees, Shopping for loans & credit inquiry problems and more.


June 13, 2004 - Hour 1
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Craig Goebbel and Realtor Rebecca Helm of Windermere Real Estate/Tacoma-Lakewood covers Accredited Buyers Representative, This week in rates, Life in the US and more

June 13, 2004 - Hour 2
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Craig Goebbel and Realtor Rebecca Helm of Windermere Real Estate/Tacoma-Lakewood covers home improvement costs recouped at resale, Replace carpet or offer carpet allowance before selling, Selling home on leased hold properties, Buyer on a waiting list for new home, What you need to have when you're ready to buy, Your mortgage can boost your credit score and more


June 6, 2004 - Hour 1
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Craig Goebbel's tribute to Ronald
Reagan,pros and cons of reverse mortgage,for sale by owner
story,this week in rates & the market,Form 17: the sellers
disclosure, Neighbors property line & fence and more

June 6, 2004 - Hour 2
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Craig Goebbel covers inherited home & 1031 exchange, ARM & refinancing, Moving: rent or sell old home, rearranging financing, what you should expect from a realtor, prepayment penalty on a 2nd mortgage, escalation clause and more


May 23, 2004 - Hour 1
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Topics include what is buying power, 5.75% 30-year fixed rate, New Realtors: Confidence, competence, Investment property, 1031 exchange, Replace carpet before selling, Selling home to a neighbor, Buying old home with sloping floors, Refinance 'consumer loan' for mobile home land and more

May 23, 2004 - Hour 2
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Topics include mortgage refinance,
buying and selling homes and more.


May 16, 2004 - Hour 1
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with George Pilant Partner & Associate Broker

Topics cover
Oil Prices & Interest Rates going up, Offer subject to simultaneous closing, Home buyers fair, Is the real estate bubble over? Will the fed raise rates? Lag effect: when low rates go away, Who finances mobile homes, Advice tracking expenses on rental property, How to be a good landlord, Bankruptcy and property, $50k: apply to mortgage or refi?

May 16, 2004 - Hour 2
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with George Pilant Partner & Associate Broker

Topics cover
Home prices and appreciation, Low home inventory, Strategies for no sale in 4 months, Flipping: buy & quickly resell for profit, Trying to show home for sale with renter in it, Waterfront property worth more than home,. Neighbor installs fence that's blocking easement


May 2, 2004 - Hour 1
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with George Pilant Partner & Associate Broker

Topics cover First-time buyer: location & fixer, New construction delayed vs. rate lock, Interest rates this week, Easement, survey lines & a well, Concerned seller asked to carry a 2nd.

May 2, 2004 - Hour 2
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with George Pilant Partner & Associate Broker

Topics cover How to buy well in a sellers market, Easements, Buying on equity line of credit, Luxury homes & what's inside, Neighbors trees, License vs. an easement, Home owners insurance.


April 18, 2004 - Hour 1
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 with George Pilant Partner & Associate Broker

Topics cover information about real estate, mortgages and more.

April 18, 2004 - Hour 2
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 with George Pilant Partner & Associate Broker


March 14, 2004 - Hour 2
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Topic include more about Ozonators, Question on 3.89% interest for 3 yr ARM, Wants referrals for handyman, Advice for selling own home yourself, Will power lines on property affect selling it? Refi home equity on negative cash flow investment property, Making the right real estate investment, Credit and lease with option to buy, Atlanta calls! Wants demographics for Georgia - FedStats.gov


Feb. 29, 2004 - Hour 1
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with Bill King of Value One Appraisals


Topics include information about real estate value and appraisals with Bill King of Value One Appraisals who covers apprentice appraisers, the state of the appraisal profession, fair value, value shopping, AVM, desk reviews, value bubbles. Calls include how to properly determine taxes on land and more.

Feb. 29, 2004 - Hour 2
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with Bill King of Value One Appraisals


Topics include more calls & conversation about appraisals.


Feb. 15, 2004 - Hour 1
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with Steve Shattuck, General Contractor/CR/CGR


Topics include Cork & bamboo flooring, The LoanTek Song (audio), Return on remodel investment, Lay new flooring over top of bad flooring, Who owns Mom-in-law home on property, Master Builders Assoc. for remodel referral, Concrete remodel, Advice on selling home by owner.

Feb. 15, 2004 - Hour 2
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Topics include This week in mortgage interest rates, 7 Essential Steps to a Successful Remodeling Project, Easement right-of-way to property, Refinance owner-occupied, change to rental, How to use equity in home to fund a remodel, Owner-contract concerns over non-payment of property tax, Can I be my own General Contractor?


Feb. 8, 2004 - Hour 1
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Topics include This week in mortgage rates, Figuring home appreciation, Office of Federal Housing Enterprise Oversight, Create wealth with your home equity, Cash grant financing, Nehemiah grant, condos hot for baby boomers, pay off home & buy investment rentals, cost of funds index, tips using real estate as investment, zero down FHA mortgages, converting residence to business.
Article mentioned in broadcast: "I am from the Government and I am here to help you"

Feb. 8, 2004 - Hour 2
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Topics include commercial property rezoned residential, buying home in 55+ community, what depreciation is allowed, no-doc loan & interest rates for business property, 1st time buyer loan options, steep & deep loss when selling owner contract, asbestos in popcorn ceiling & resale value, run off water from neighbors property, which closing costs are tax deductible, ignoring property tax bill if have impound account.


Feb. 1, 2004 - Hour 1
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Topics include Greenspan & mortgage rates, Looking back on 2003, real estate-style, Instant equity money for home improvement, Charged junk fees incorrectly, Rehab loan for a fixer-upper, Remove popcorn ceiling to prep for sale, Rental depreciation & capital gains taxes.

Feb. 1, 2004 - Hour 2
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Topics include Financing construction loan, Bankruptcy & refinancing, Good locations to move in Puget Sound, Buying property & building a new home, HOA dues not disclosed.


Jan. 25, 2004 - Hour 1
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Topics include buying commercial building on leased land, owner considering carrying contract, advice on buying land, how to shop for a mortgage, rule of same, the myth of the local expert.

Jan. 25, 2004 - Hour 2
wm  |  WinMedia Mobile | real (49 min.)

Topics include Two realtors debate about MLS, Do open houses help find buyers? What about broker open houses, Retired brokers shares his views, Home buyer finding home without agent, Why do reverse mortgages cost so much, Buyers feedback on sellers limited service agent.


Jan. 18, 2004 - Hour 1
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Topics include bought foreclosure home for investment, Downsizing from home to condo, Buying a house on a slab, Interest rates
- 1st time 21 year old buyer & zero down, Home Buyers Warranty

Jan. 18, 2004 - Hour 2
wm  |  WinMedia Mobile | real (49 min.)

Topics include Flagstar Bank lawsuit, Interest-only loan or fixed rates, Child support effects on refinancing, Home Equity loan or fixed-rate second, Buying affordable waterfront, FHA Mortgage insurance


Jan. 11, 2004 - Hour 1
wm  |  WinMedia Mobile | real (48 min.)

Topics include Mortgage rate drop, Refinance case study and more.

Jan. 11, 2004 - Hour 2
wm  |  WinMedia Mobile | real (48 min.)

Topics include dangerous FISBO's and more.


Jan. 4, 2004 - Hour 1
wm  |  WinMedia Mobile | real (48 min.)
with Steve Shadik, General Contractor/CR/CGR

Topics include Home equity line of credit, Finding a good contractor, Protecting water pipes in winter, Crawl space air flow, Heat exchanger installation, How change orders effect building, Home not appraising as much as appreciation

Jan. 4, 2004 - Hour 2
wm  |  WinMedia Mobile | real (48 min.)
with Steve Shadik, General Contractor/CR/CGR

Topics include Spring home improvement projects, Remodel permits, Agreements with a contractor, Conflict & arbitration, Certified aging in place specialist, Interest rates this week, Budget for remodel, Deed of trust & title, Paying for a remodel, Financing for fixer, Triplex loan


Dec. 28, 2003 - Hour 1
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Topics include Selling rental to pay off primary home, Capital gains, Marketing your own home (FSBO), Investment in residential house rental or apartment complex, Buying model home in new development

Dec. 28, 2003 - Hour 2
wm  |  WinMedia Mobile | real (47 min.)

Topics include Internet statistics, Northwest Multiple Listing Service, Waterfront in Gig Harbor, Sisters sold home: how to split taxes, Homeowners Associations


Dec. 21, 2003 - Hour 1
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Topics include Unhappily listed, 1031 for elderly parents, Realtor a la carte, Real estate investing & zero down gimmicks, Home mortgage news of the week

Dec. 21, 2003 - Hour 2
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Topics include who's listening to Real Estate Radio? Monitor your credit, Seller contract - who holds deed? Home mortgage index, Restructure finances without refinancing? Refi or not? Do the amortization, Start an LLC for property investment? Getting rid of FHA mortgage insurance, a Realtor Christmas Poem


Listen to Craig offers quick, specific advice on important topics for home buyers, sellers and home financing issues

The LoanTek Theme Song
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Hear this tuneful jingle written and performed by Chris Ward.

Seven Essential Steps to a Successful Remodeling Project
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Steve Shattuck, General Contractor/CR/CGR talks about the steps to a successful remodel such as permits, setbacks, budgeting, trust, plans on paper and more.

'Twas the night before Christmas - Realtor-style!
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Written by Nancy Schubb, Realtor at Schubb.com
'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
Not a creature was stirring not even a mouse;
The sign was stuck in the lawn with care,
In hopes that the buyers soon would be there...
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Finding your dream home
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"I found the perfect house, but it was sold before I could do anything!" Sound familiar? Listen to Real Estate Radio's "Five tips for finding your dream home in a tight market"

Rehabilitation Loans
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Radio Listener Question: Rehabilitation loans converting school to apartments; also, what about asbestos?

Realtor Commissions
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Radio Listener Question: Negotiating a lower commission with your real estate agent.

Credit Score Quiz
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Take a little credit score quiz with Debbie Taylor and Craig Goebbel. See how you score with this True and False.

What Women Want - in a home!
 
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What do women want - in terms of shopping for a home, that is! Check out what Craig and George have figured out from decades of experience.

Credit Cards & Credit Scores
 
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Why should you leave just a little balance on your credit cards rather than closing the account? How does this affect your credit score? Real Estate Radio answers.

Helping Your Kids Buy A Home
 
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What are the best practices when you want to help your kids buy a home? Real Estate Radio answers.

Environmentally Conscientious Conservative:
Florescent Lighting

 
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Listen to Kash Wimer, your Environmentally Conscientious Conservative, talk about conserving energy with florescent lighting. Help the environment and your pocketbook, too.

Environmentally Conscientious Conservative:
Vetrazzo Countertops
 
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Listen to Kash Wimer, your Environmentally Conscientious Conservative, explain the the difference between countertops made with Terrazzo or Vetrazzo, a mineral-based glass surface.

Environmentally Conscientious Conservative:
Bamboo Flooring

 
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Listen to Kash Wimer, your Environmentally Conscientious Conservative, explain the uses and benefits of Bamboo in your home. It's not just for Panda Bears anymore!

Kiss Your Appraiser
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T
ips to make your home buying or selling experience.

The Credit Explanation Letter
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Defending yourself to the underwriters for late payments on your credit report (derogatory)

"Hits and Misfortune" - Avoid a Major Mortgage Mishap: a case study
 
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The story of Howard: he was slammed with a last minute (expensive) good faith estimate. Don't let this happen to you.

Refinance Savings & Mercedes-Benz?
 
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Just how much can you save every month by refinancing from 7.5% to 5.75%? And find out why in the world darling "Judy in Tacoma" is singing "Lord, Won't You Buy Me A Mercedes-Benz"!

Bonehead Moves Buyers Make
 
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"Show Me The Money!" Make certain you have an unqualified credit commitment from a lender before shopping for home, It's called getting prequalified. You can then negotiate from a position of strength.

Bonehead Moves Sellers Make
 
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Realtor says they can get you a really high price for your home? You may be a victim of overpricing. It's called "buying a listing", but you'll miss the best opportunity to sell your home: the first few days your home is on the market.

Points & APR Explained
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Why are APR quotes absolutely worthless and shouldn't be used to compare loan packages? Follow the "Rule of Same".

One Fee Loan Package
What is it?

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What are the proposed guidelines for the new Guaranteed Mortgage Package Agreement - or "one-fee loan packages"?

Home Advice for
Divorcing Couples

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Learn how to protect yourself from one of the biggest financial pitfalls divorcing couples can make.

A Surprise Studio Visit
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A refi success story.

A Realtors Christmas: A Poem
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"T'was the night before Christmas, when...."!

Insurance to Pay Off Your Mortgage
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Listen to Craig's conversation with Gerry Gray of Pacific Rim Financial Group about "credit life insurance" for your home,

Choosing & Maintaining Your Home Furnace
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Learn what Vicki Purdue of Heritage Heating has to say about doing right by your home heating system.

Tables are Turned: Host Craig Goebbel is interviewed
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Learn what makes up the voice of "Real Estate Radio" - host Craig Goebbel.

The Four Yeses Before Locking In Your Loan
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Questions you must ask your lender before you lock in your loan. If they don't pass the test, pass on that lender - and contact LoanTek.com!

Real Estate 101: Credit Reports & Credit Scores
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Do you know how your credit fits into your ability to buy a home? Listen and learn.

Down Payment + Closing Costs = Can I Afford This?
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You find your dream house, but what can you afford to bring to closing? Did you know the seller can help pay your closing costs?

Refinance Myths
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Don't Be Fooled By These Refinancing Myths

Power Shopping for a Home Loan
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If you have questions on the daunting task of shopping for a home loan, we're going to teach you how to Power Shop for a loan.

The First-time Seller : Buying and Selling at the Same Time
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If you're a first-time home seller and looking for your first "trade up" home, you'll want to hear these insider tips.

Proving You Can Perform
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There is one very important step you must take before house-hunting: prequalification and preapproval.

What is the Difference Between a Real Estate Agent and a Realtor?
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Realtors subscribe to a strict code of ethics and standards of practice.

Real Estate Horror Stories
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Don't let any of these happen to you!

A Little Realtor Humor
mp3  (3:30 min.)
Co-host George Pilant explains why realtors have to wear so many hats - with tongue in cheek.

Craig Talks to a Real Estate Appraiser
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Seattle appraiser Mike Reid explains appraisals and what is important to know.

Quick Claims & Liens
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Your email questions answered.

Should You Use a Realtor?
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What do you get from a Realtor in exchange for their commission?

Craig talks with CEO of NWRealty.com, Part 1
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Craig talks with CEO of NWRealty.com, Part 2
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Craig talks with Martin Burns about the 1031 Exchange
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Craig talks with Yozons.com
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Yozons.com is the first web-based e-signature system that eliminates the complexity of PKI. Craig finds out how this helps when buying and selling your home.

Craig talks with James from Cheshire, Part 1: Real Estate Investment in the UK
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Craig talks with James from Cheshire, Part 2: Wellness in the UK
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