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What would you tell a college graduate fresh out of college and entering real estate? Reid Grimm has answers... because he's living it! Reid opens up in this candid conversation about his relationship with Ryan Knicely, his ability to grow a beard, and most importantly his transition from college into real estate, and how that has gone for him thus far. Reid shares some great tips about getting started and budgeting... are you in the same boat? Take a listen... 

Find Reid Grimm online:

Follow Reid Grim on Instagram at: @reidgrimm 

Reid Grimm is also a buyers agent for @theknicelygroup

Effective October 1st, the Northwest Multiple Listing Service made some rule changes regarding the selling office commission (SOC). The first rule allows real estate firms and brokers to publish the offer of compensation to the buyer's broker on the firms' and brokers' office websites, and other places you can find the listings online. The second rule removes the requirement that a listing contain an offer of compensation to the buyer's broker.  If a listing does not contain an offer of compensation, the revised rule allows the buyer and the buyer's broker the opportunity, as a part of the buyer's offer, to negotiate for compensation for the buyer's broker.

Did you get all that? No worries, Stephanie Spiro and Sloan Hunter take time to explain their thoughts and considerations buyers, sellers, and even real estate agents should take into account moving forward. 

The Seattle Times article referenced in the conversation is here: https://www.seattletimes.com/business/real-estate/rule-change-by-agents-could-trim-many-thousands-from-cost-of-buying-a-seattle-area-home/

This is an important conversation that impacts anybody selling or buying real estate in the future. Tap in! 

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Tacoma native Katie Hunter is a graduate of the University of Washington, but spent time at Jackson, an HBCU (Historically Black Colleges & Universities). In this episode we cover her experience, and how it has shaped her moving forward in life as a young professional. Dave and Katie then veer off into other topics concerning race and how it impacts their everyday lives and mentality. 

NSFW Warning: a couple of random curses drop during the conversation. 

Follow Katie Hunter online:

Instagram: @k_l_hunter

Quincy Henry in his past career/life was widely known as 'QDot,' an grammy nominated artist and youngest of five siblings. Listen to Quincy's story as he talks about his process starting up his soon-to-be-open coffee shop, Campfire Coffee. In the 2nd half of the conversation, Q breaks down his experience selling and buying his home... and if that wasn't enough things going on he's also working on getting a post graduate degree! 

Take some time to hear QDot's story, you can follow him and his journey online: 

IG: @IamQDot

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So you have found the house you love, submitted an offer, had your offer accepted, and now you're under contract. Congratulations! Now the fun begins... 

Next up you are going to hire a home inspector to inspect the house to make sure you know the condition prior to purchasing the home. Abode broker Michael Duggan walks us through the inspection process, and pitfalls to avoid. You don't want to miss this informative session! It literally can save you thousands of dollars. That's a great deal, right? 

Follow Michael Duggan online:

Instagram: @dugganhomes

Instagram: @thadeacon

Want a breakdown of the market as a whole? Dave sits down with George Lane, from the Guild Mortgage Duskin and Lane team, to break down all facets of the current market, and how that impacts buyers and sellers of homes. The GDP, interest rates, stocks and bonds, the trade war with China... George and Dave don't leave many stones uncovered in this informative podcast. George has extensive knowledge and perspective on the market. Give it a listen!

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Abode broker Michael Duggan talks about his past and how he went through life as an introvert happening to land in extroverted spaces. Duggan covers his high school ASB experience, playing in front of crowds of thousands, and how he leverages those experiences in real estate. Take a minute for this entertaining conversation!

Follow Michael Duggan online:

Instagram: @dugganhomes

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Are you getting ready to either buy or sell a property, but trying to decide whether you're using an agent or not? Ryan Knicely breaks down the top 5 reasons why you want to use a real estate agent. This is a great discussion for those who have questions about 'what a realtor does.' Give it a listen, and if you would like more information, visit www.windermereabode.com. 

Follow Ryan online also! 

Instagram: @ryan.knicely

Tacoma native Katie Hunter discusses her recovery from a near-fatal car accident to now owning her own hair dressing business. Katie also has other physical conditions she has to tend to, making her recovery even more impressive. Take a listen to this inspirational story of overcoming the odds, with the help of family, hospital staff members, and the power of the human brain. 

Follow Katie Hunter online:

Instagram: @k_l_hunter

Congratulations! Your offer has been accepted and now you need to turn in the earnest money you and the seller agreed upon. What is earnest money you ask? Kaitlyn Marty is here to explain. 

Find Kaitlyn Marty online:

Instagram: @kaitlynmarty