Danielle and Vic are joined by Attorney Erika McNamara to discuss why you should have a will or trust regardless of your age. Listen in as they cover topics on elder law, wills, trusts, and how to avoid probate court.
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For more information follow the links below.
Website: AssistMyRealtor.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/assistmyrealtor
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDSKvim5NsiiEUbm3kQVGqw
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/assist-my-realtor-8101a5133/
Victor Bals - Sales Manager, Sr. Loan Officer NMLS #162273
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Danielle Boote - Branch Manager/Sr. Loan Officer NMLS #170173
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Guest Links
Erika McNamara – Attorney At Law, J.D., M.B.A.
Ph: 734.476.0739
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: @erikamcnamaralaw
Instagram: @mcnamaralawfirm

Abby Cooper, Partner of Cooper & Riesterer PLC in Brighton, MI. speaks with Danielle and Vic on Real Estate Law, involvement in the community, and the Livingston County Association of Realtors. There are lots of stories and topics to talk about when it comes to real estate law.
Show Links
For more information follow the links below.
Website: AssistMyRealtor.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/assistmyrealtor
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDSKvim5NsiiEUbm3kQVGqw
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/assist.my.realtor/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/assist-my-realtor-8101a5133/ 
Victor Bals - Sales Manager, Sr. Loan Officer NMLS #162273
VictorBals.com
Danielle Boote - Branch Manager/Sr. Loan Officer NMLS #170173
DanielleBoote.com
Guest Links
Abby Cooper, Partner - Cooper & Riesterer PLC
Website: Cooper & Riesterer PLC
Ph: 810.227.3103

Vic and Danielle talk with Dawn Crandall, EVP of Government Relations of the Home Builders Association of Michigan. With a lack of workers in the trades and continued supply chain issues, affordable housing is getting harder and harder to find. Listen in as they talk about their thoughts on the topic and programs designed to increase the workforce in the trades.
Show Links
For more information follow the links below.
Website: AssistMyRealtor.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/assistmyrealtor
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDSKvim5NsiiEUbm3kQVGqw
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/assist.my.realtor/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/assist-my-realtor-8101a5133/
Victor Bals - Sales Manager, Sr. Loan Officer NMLS #162273
VictorBals.com
Danielle Boote - Branch Manager/Sr. Loan Officer NMLS #170173
DanielleBoote.com
Guest Links
Dawn Crandall
EVP of Government Relations
Home Builders Association of Michigan
Website: HBA of DawMichigan
Website: MEPSS
LinkedIn: @DawnCrandall

When it comes to mortgages, one size fits none. This week, Danielle and Victor are back to break down the benefits of a custom plan created by a certified mortgage advisor compared to the templates of a mortgage lender. Speaking of breakdowns, Danielle and Victor go in-depth on recent homebuyer trends and statistics to make sense of a chaotic home buying and selling market.
Show Links
For more information follow the links below.
Website: AssistMyRealtor.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/assistmyrealtor
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDSKvim5NsiiEUbm3kQVGqw
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/assist.my.realtor/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/assist-my-realtor-8101a5133/
Victor Bals - Sales Manager, Sr. Loan Officer NMLS #162273
VictorBals.com
Danielle Boote - Branch Manager/Sr. Loan Officer NMLS #170173
DanielleBoote.com

Victor and Danielle welcome prospective first-time home buyer and Wayne Media Videographer Tory Nicholas to the podcast! Tory and her husband Dan are searching for their first home. In today's market, knowing where (and how) to start isn't easy, so Victor and Danielle are here with a crash course. Learn the ins and outs of gifts, taxes, escrow, closing costs and more, this week!
Show Links
For more information follow the links below.
Website: AssistMyRealtor.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/assistmyrealtor
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDSKvim5NsiiEUbm3kQVGqw
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/assist.my.realtor/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/assist-my-realtor-8101a5133/
Victor Bals - Sales Manager, Sr. Loan Officer NMLS #162273
VictorBals.com
Danielle Boote - Branch Manager/Sr. Loan Officer NMLS #170173
DanielleBoote.com
Guest Links
Learn more about Tory's work: https://www.speakeasynetwork.com/

Vic and Danielle are joined in the studio this week by Associate Broker and Team Leader of Mahon Homes: Heather Mahon, and Realtor Jacie Devota of Mahon Homes with Keller Williams Realty Living. They talk about a broad, yet extremely impactful, range of topics including - strategies for first-time home buyers, interest rates on the rise, how property taxes differ by location, the importance of a pre-approval, and working with a professional lender. Be sure to check it out!
Show Links
For more information follow the links below.
Website: AssistMyRealtor.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/assistmyrealtor
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDSKvim5NsiiEUbm3kQVGqw
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/assist.my.realtor/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/assist-my-realtor-8101a5133/
Victor Bals - Sales Manager, Sr. Loan Officer NMLS #162273
VictorBals.com
Danielle Boote - Branch Manager/Sr. Loan Officer NMLS #170173
DanielleBoote.com 
Guest Links
Heather Mahon
Email: [email protected]
Ph: 734.649.1428
Website:
Facebook:
LinkedIn: 
Jacie Devota
Email: [email protected]
Ph: 810.588.7667
Website:
Facebook:
LinkedIn:

Victor and Danielle discuss the newest product from Highlands - Lock and Shop! A strategic tool to help our buyers compete for their home! Interest rates are climbing fast and the housing market is not slowing down.
Show Links
For more information follow the links below.
Website: AssistMyRealtor.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/assistmyrealtor
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDSKvim5NsiiEUbm3kQVGqw
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/assist.my.realtor/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/assist-my-realtor-8101a5133/
Victor Bals - Sales Manager, Sr. Loan Officer NMLS #162273
VictorBals.com
Danielle Boote - Branch Manager/Sr. Loan Officer NMLS #170173
DanielleBoote.com

John Carpenter and Jamie Wasil from Cislo Title join the Smarter Way Home Podcast this week to talk about title insurance and why you need it. Listen in as Vic and Danielle tell some of their own horror stories on the topic. They also give insight on 'Sell by Owner and Land Contracts' along with a discussion on Home and Auto Insurance. Join the fun!
Show Links
For more information follow the links below.
Website: AssistMyRealtor.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/assistmyrealtor
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDSKvim5NsiiEUbm3kQVGqw
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/assist.my.realtor/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/assist-my-realtor-8101a5133/ 
Victor Bals - Sales Manager, Sr. Loan Officer NMLS #162273
VictorBals.com 
Danielle Boote - Branch Manager/Sr. Loan Officer NMLS #170173
DanielleBoote.com 
Guest Links
Website: CisloTitle.com 
Website: CisloInsurance.com 
John Carpenter- Mobile: (810)625-9815
Jamie Wasil - Office: (810)588-4302

Local Broker/Owner Laura Toms with Century 21 Affiliated joins us and shares home buying insights from her over 30 years of experience in the biz on this week's podcast! Remember the Gold Blazers? 
Show Links
For more information follow the links below.
Website: AssistMyRealtor.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/assistmyrealtor
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDSKvim5NsiiEUbm3kQVGqw
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/assist.my.realtor/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/assist-my-realtor-8101a5133/
Victor Bals - Sales Manager, Sr. Loan Officer NMLS #162273
VictorBals.com
Danielle Boote - Branch Manager/Sr. Loan Officer NMLS #170173
DanielleBoote.com
Guest Links
Learn more about Laura: LauraToms.com

In this week's episode, Victor and Danielle provide information on buying a vacation house and the requirements you need to follow to qualify. They also get into some deep conversations about the increasing interest rates and how that can affect your home buying. They share their extensive knowledge and statistics that potential home buyers should be aware of. Check it out!
Show Links
For more information follow the links below.
Website: AssistMyRealtor.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/assistmyrealtor
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDSKvim5NsiiEUbm3kQVGqw
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/assist.my.realtor/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/assist-my-realtor-8101a5133/ 
Victor Bals - Sales Manager, Sr. Loan Officer NMLS #162273
VictorBals.com 
Danielle Boote - Branch Manager/Sr. Loan Officer NMLS #170173
DanielleBoote.com