It only seems right that when we get close to talking about the fun topic of taxes that we also talk about the sexy side of home buying - mortgages! We swear if you make a drinking game out of how many times we say rates - it makes this episode really fun!

Mark is joined by Tim Agro this week and shares the latest inventory analysis, updates on the public open house feeding frenzy and what is still a tight market with high demand and low inventory. Plus - Tim talks about the not so publicized rental market just in time for city dwellers to think about a summer getaway!

Then comes the best part, we have our friend Illiad Estrada, VP Of Mortgage Lending at Gauranteed Rate Affinity who will share an update on what she's seeing and how best to secure the best rate during one of the most unpredictable times in the market.

For more visit Russell Pruner on Instagram - @Rpruner and Mark Pruner at @MarkPrunerRealtor.

To submit a question, contact Russ, Mark or Tim - visit - GreenwichStreets.com.

154 new listings this week in Greenwich's Spring Market - which continues to heat up! Some more inventory on the market which is great - but only 8 are under $1M. So net/net - it's time to upgrade as the +$3M range is really starting to take off right before school year end. Mark also discusses some "funny" updates that the Town of Greenwich is making to its schools and famed Greenwich Ave.

Plus, Russ takes a reflective look on his rise in the business and the "old school/new school" methodologies of doing real estate. How "the deal ain't done till the contract is signed" has become the new standard of business and what does it mean to be a true bulldog realtor in todays competitive market.

For more visit Russell Pruner on Instagram - @Rpruner and Mark Pruner at @MarkPrunerRealtor.

To submit a question, contact Russ, Mark or Tim - visit - GreenwichStreets.com.

The spring market is off to the races with some wild times in what continues to be a sellers market. While inventory is coming on (51 listings in recent weeks) many are off the market in a matter of days as realtors see crazy traffic like 120 showings! The $1M - $5M range continues to be the shining star as attractive starter homes, low-taxes and great schools continue to draw folks to Greenwich despite Wall Street's bear market outlook.

Plus, we welcome COMPASS Greenwich Manager Barb McKee who shares why COMPASS has the competitive edge when it comes to brokerage firms and continues to dominate in places like Greenwich and the greater NYC area.

For more visit Russell Pruner on Instagram - @Rpruner and Mark Pruner at @MarkPrunerRealtor.

To submit a question, contact Russ, Mark or Tim - visit - GreenwichStreets.com.

Drink everytime Russ says Greenwich! This week, we start off talking about our favorite subject - the amazing parts of our town and a new resource you can use to take and audio and digital tour of Greenwich. 

Then, the good stuff, as we start with the spring market upswing for those considering selling - let's talk the art of pricing. Competition, motivation and so many other factors go into getting the sale right for EACH customer. No sale is the same and the art of pricing comes down to the relationship between the realtor and the seller. 

For more visit Russell Pruner on Instagram - @Rpruner and Mark Pruner at @MarkPrunerRealtor.

To submit a question, contact Russ, Mark or Tim - visit - GreenwichStreets.com.

The demand is back in the spring market – but where’s the inventory? The houses are going to those that are prepped and ready to make an offer and that means getting your “house” in order. We’re joined this week by Mike Jones of the storied real estate law firm – Ivey, Barnum an O’Mara who shares the 411 on how to use, find and harness the power of real estate law to close the deal.

Listings in this episode:

· 20 Blind Brook Lane - 4 Beds | 4 Baths | 2,742 Sq.Ft. | $1,250,000

For more visit Russell Pruner on Instagram - @Rpruner and Mark Pruner at @MarkPrunerRealtor.

To submit a question, contact Russ, Mark or Tim - visit - GreenwichStreets.com.

In the real estate world – Super Bowl does more than just ends a football season – it kicks off a new spring market! While higher interest rates have some buyers running scared, its only affecting the top tier of the market as homes under $3M continue to FLY off the proverbial market shelf. Plus, we talk about a few of the x factors that drive the Greenwich Market such as private school admissions, public school breaks and more.

Plus, Mark and Russ are joined by the Greenwich Historical Society as Greenwich passes some key milestones. Debra Mecky, Executive Director of the GHS and Christopher Shields, Curator of Library and Archives share what’s been going on in the historical district, a preview of what’s to come this spring and summer and somethings you don’t know about the town founded in 1640.

For more visit Russell Pruner on Instagram - @Rpruner and Mark Pruner at @MarkPrunerRealtor.

To submit a question, contact Russ, Mark or Tim - visit - GreenwichStreets.com.

For the last several months, the +$10M price range has been slow to move – till now! Russ talks about what’s making this part of the market move during the winter inventory squeeze and what type of people are now “shopping” in the Greenwich Luxury market.

Plus, we chat with Barbara Stevens and Meredith Bach of Rand Insurance and answer the burning questions about why you need insurance, how to go about purchasing a policy and how Rand Insurance can help across personal and business needs.

Listings in this episode:

· 320 Cognewaugh Road - 3 Beds | 4 Baths | 3,787 Sq.Ft. | $1,795,000

For more visit Russell Pruner on Instagram - @Rpruner and Mark Pruner at @MarkPrunerRealtor.

To submit a question, contact Russ, Mark or Tim - visit - GreenwichStreets.com.

Inventory still remains low, but that doesn’t mean the art of the deal is any less interesting! With home averaging 7 days to 2 weeks on market pending sales price – if there’s a time to sell fast, its now. Russ talks about the sale of his own home and the bidding war that took place, plus what that means for the buyer aiming to get an offer together as much as possible!

Plus, Benjie Burford of Welcome Homes joins us to talk about a void in the real estate market for beautifully designed, high-quality homes customized for the modern lifestyle. Welcome introduces a seamless and turnkey solution for building personalized homes. From choosing your floorplan, customizations and more!

For more visit Russell Pruner on Instagram - @Rpruner and Mark Pruner at @MarkPrunerRealtor.

To submit a question, contact Russ, Mark or Tim - visit - GreenwichStreets.com.

With inventory at the lowest levels seen even since Covid – if you’ve been thinking about selling your house, now is the time! Especially if you are in the “most demanded” price range. With inventory sitting on market less than 4 weeks and homes still going for several hundred thousand over ask – beat the spring market because now is the time to sell. Russ and Mark share how the market is moving, demand is being pulled forward and though interest rates are still high – they may only get higher, making now the time to sell.

Plus our First Selectman, Fred Camillo joins to talk about the future of Greenwich in 2023 and gives us a peek into our town government with inside scoop into all the boards and bodies that impact buying, selling and renovating a home.

For more visit Russell Pruner on Instagram - @Rpruner and Mark Pruner at @MarkPrunerRealtor.

To submit a question, contact Russ, Mark or Tim - visit - GreenwichStreets.com.

We're Back! Welcome to 2023 - a new year and maybe a new market? Russ, Mark and Tim share their 2023 outlook and also what trends of 2022 may be sticking around. While sales and demand were up in December, is the hype still carrying over into a new year? Plus a word (or 10!) on the feds recent interest rate hikes and how that continues to impact the nationwide market and its consequences for Greenwich particularly heading into the high time of spring. 

PLUS - Gideon Fountain and Jonathan Wilcox of WGCH's "Your Greenwich House" join the show. With a combined nearly 200 years of Greenwich Real Estate experience in one room - the "Greenwich Gurus" sit and share if we're shifting into a "buyers" market in 2023? Plus, looking at the shift in the Greenwich commercial real estate market - as companies begin to find local office space and "go where their workers are" what will that mean for residential real estate demand. Reflections of how Greenwich has changed over their tenured career and predictions for 2023! 

BIG NEWS! Russ is selling his home! As he and his wife transition from their empty nest to retirement years - make sure to check out the latest listing for those looking in the $1.3-$2M price range! 

LISTING HERE: 49 Pond Place, Cos Cob, CT 06807 (4 bed/ 3 ba) $1.5M 2,107 sqft - North Street School district, open kitchen family room concept, lower level finished playroom/office.

For more visit Russell Pruner on Instagram - @Rpruner and Mark Pruner at @MarkPrunerRealtor.

To submit a question, contact Russ, Mark or Tim - visit - GreenwichStreets.com.