A little bit of a market update and glimpse into 2023. Also discussing thoughts on "Marry the House Date the Rate"... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brokerapproved/support

The ins and outs of a 2-1 buy down, traditional buy down, and assumable mortgages. May be a little silver lining while rates are a little high. Disclaimer: I'm not a mortgage broker, this is my opinion based on what I've learned - Joe Gattone IL Realtor --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brokerapproved/support

State by State RE stats will be different as things normalize. Fall/Winter cycle seems normal. Interest rates stopped price from going up, but that doesn't mean they need to fall. Buyers didn't disappear, they're still out there but they are more cautious and picky about what they are spending their money on.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brokerapproved/support

I'm not sure people realize how it's set up or that it's even an option. So here's the explanation. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brokerapproved/support

Many buyers are holding off on buying a property in an obvious sellers market. However, I'm not sure there's a better situation waiting for them in the future.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brokerapproved/support

What do the numbers say? Is the market in jeopardy for everyone? Or just agents? Seems like the public and the values are safe - but business as an agent may not be.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brokerapproved/support

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Episode 2! - Dismantling 2 large myths surrounding the buying process (down payment and credit score), tax benefits to owning, HOAs and their opportunity costs, and monthly payment breakdown. :) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brokerapproved/support

Episode 1 - An explanation of the real estate commission structure in IL. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brokerapproved/support