Real estate isn’t just about houses—it’s about people, stories, and smart strategies. In this episode of the LIVgreat Real Estate Podcast, host Dani Hallsell sits down with Diane Crouch, Co-Team Leader and Owner at LIVgreat, to talk about her journey in real estate, the lessons she’s learned along the way, and the passion that drives her to serve clients and mentor agents.

Together, Dani and Diane dive into:

• Diane’s path into real estate and what inspired her career 🏡
• Lessons learned from early experiences and investment opportunities 💡
• The power of partnership and what it means to align with PLACE 🤝
• How family, resilience, and life’s challenges have shaped her perspective ❤️
• Advice for new agents and buyers navigating today’s market

Whether you’re an aspiring agent, a seasoned homeowner, or simply curious about the stories behind the people who make real estate their calling, this episode is filled with insight, inspiration, and plenty of heart.

✨ Subscribe to the LIVgreat Real Estate Podcast for more conversations that connect people, property, and possibility.

📞 Contact Diane Crouch
Phone: 734-678-3315
Email: [email protected]

🌐 Website: www.livgreatrealestate.com

🎙️ Episode Description

Title: Community Impact: Opening Doors to Homeownership with Constance Pearson-Ramirez (Bank of Ann Arbor)

Homeownership can feel out of reach—but the Bank of Ann Arbor is changing that with their Community Impact Program, designed to help first-time buyers achieve their dream of owning a home.

In this episode of the LIVgreat Podcast, host Dani Hallsell sits down with Constance Pearson-Ramirez, Community Engagement Officer at Bank of Ann Arbor, to discuss how this program supports buyers earning 80% or less of area median income, offers up to 100% financing, eliminates PMI, and can be paired with up to $8,000 in assistance.

If you or someone you know is dreaming of homeownership, this episode is packed with practical insights, myth-busting, and encouragement to take the next step.

✨ Contact the Bank of Ann Arbor Mortgage Team: 734-327-0248
 ✨ Ask about the next Community Impact Workshop

• First-time buyers ≤ 80% AMI
• Up to 100% LTV
• 620 minimum credit score
• No PMI
• May combine with grants/qualified down-payment assistance (up to $8,000)

Host: Dani Hallsell, LIVgreat Real Estate (Ann Arbor / Washtenaw County & beyond) 734-623-9442, [email protected]

Buying or selling a home involves more than just contracts—it requires making sure the property’s title is clear and protected. In this episode of the LIVgreat Real Estate Pod, host Diane Crouch talks with Monica Ahrens, Account Executive at Vanguard Title, about everything you need to know when it comes to title services and insurance.

✨ What you’ll learn:

• What a title company does in a transaction
  
  
• Why title insurance matters for both buyers and sellers
  
  
• How Vanguard Title helps ensure smooth closings
  
  
• Common title pitfalls—and how to avoid them

Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned seller, this episode will help you understand the title process and feel confident about protecting your home.

Contact Monica: (248) 840-6033 Direct, [email protected]

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Buying a home isn’t just about finding the right property—it’s about securing the right financing. In this episode of the LIVgreat Real Estate Pod, host Diane Crouch sits down with Mark Copland, trusted lender with Total Home Lending, to unpack the lending process and what today’s buyers and sellers need to know.

Mark shares his perspective on:

• The current mortgage market and what’s driving rates 📈
• Popular loan programs and how to know which option is best for you 🏡
• 2-1 buydowns and how sellers can use them to attract buyers 🤝
• Common myths about down payments, credit, and pre-approvals ❌
• Practical tips for buyers getting started and sellers preparing their homes 💡

Whether you’re a first-time buyer, seasoned homeowner, or just curious about the lending landscape, this episode is full of practical advice and local insights you won’t want to miss.

✨ Connect with Mark Copland at Total Home Lending – https://www.markcoplandmortgage.com/mark-copland-mortgage
✨ Connect with Diane Crouch, LIVgreat Real Estate – https://www.livgreatrealestate.com/agent-profile/diane-crouch-126833550

🎶 Tune in, take notes, and feel more confident on your homeownership journey!