Own It Girl

Own It Girl

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Own It Girl episodes

  • Birthdays and Breakups!

    For the first time in history the monthly average price of a single-family home in Phoenix (the city as defined by the USPS) has exceeded $509,000. One year ago, the average was just over $390,000 (that's over a 30% increase!)

    Tom Ross with Bay Equity Home Loans discusses these stats with Diane Brennan with Coldwell Banker Realty and the value of that information and more, that the Cromford Report is so incredible delivering!

    Also, how much does an Airbnb in Kyrgyzstan cost? The crew discusses that, Handmaid's Tale, how to clean your sinks and cotton balls soaked in vinegar.

    Diva discusses a volunteer opportunity with United Food Bank and a fun thing to do at at West Alley BBQ. They have live music and BBQ in Chandler Silhouette.

    Also, one interesting footnote from The Cromford Report's Tina Tamboer - CoreLogic predicted that home prices across the USA would FALL by 6.6% between June 2020 and June 2021. Possibly the most inaccurate forecast in their history. Tina's suggestion: Don't take any 12 month home price forecast any more seriously than a 12 month weather forecast!

    Resources and Links: To reach Diane:

    Facebook is /ThatRealEstateShow Instagram @myrealtordianebrennan Phone: 602-620-2277

    To reach Tom:

    The Tom Ross Team at Bay Equity website By phone: 602-684-8200 Office is located at 5635 East Thomas Road, Office 13, Phoenix, AZ 85018

    "Diva" Danielle Williams is @1AndOnlyDivaDanielle on Instagram and here on Facebook!

    32 min
  • The Color of Your Voice

    A makeup mishap, the "color" of your voice, and why the secret service can't cuff their pants! And if you go to Diane's Instagram page you can check out the video of a period cramp simulator!

    Also, Tom Ross with Bay Equity Home Loans talks about the state of the markets and percentages he is seeing with refinances. One of the features of the Cromford Report is the CMI Index. Tom goes into detail about what that means.

    Danielle was featured Arizona Health and Living Magazine! Diane and Danielle talk about that experience. And she celebrates her birthday! She turns 53, and looks nowhere NEAR her age. There is still time to get your tickets to her upcoming comedy appearance on May 21st and 22nd! Click here for tickets for only $10!

    "Diva" talks about a volunteer opportunity with Elevate MD. They provide scholarships, mentoring, and support to medical students from African American, Latina and Native American backgrounds. She also talks about the Arizona Black Rodeo! A lot of fun going on Saturday, May 15th. Click here for all of the info.

    Resources and Links: To reach Diane:

    Facebook is /ThatRealEstateShow Instagram @myrealtordianebrennan Phone: 602-620-2277

    To reach Tom:

    The Tom Ross Team at Bay Equity website By phone: 602-684-8200 Office is located at 5635 East Thomas Road, Office 13, Phoenix, AZ 85018

    "Diva" Danielle Williams is @1AndOnlyDivaDanielle on Instagram and here on Facebook!

    30 min
  • The Future of AZ

    On today's episode we talk about some of the data we use each week from The Cromford Report, created and delivered to us by Tina Tamboer. Tom Ross with Bay Equity Home Loans explains the intent of the report, what critical details it gives us, and goes through what benefit it has for agents and buyers alike.

    We talk about our friend Jen the Builder, and talk about supply. She talked about growing West in this Valley, and some current challenges with labor to build new homes.

    We cover the progress and direction of growth, and talk about some neighborhoods in progress and how it might shape up.

    Tom talks about the affordability of housing and the relatively positive balance of value for cost.

    "Diva" Danielle talks about a fun thing to do at High Street - that have two events May 8th & 9th; the Street Taco & Margarita Festival and the Sangria & Jazz Festival

    She also talks about a volunteer opportunity with Free Arts AZ - helps with abused children dealing with trauma. Click here for more information.

    Resources and Links: To reach Diane:

    Facebook is /ThatRealEstateShow Instagram @myrealtordianebrennan Phone: 602-620-2277

    To reach Tom:

    The Tom Ross Team at Bay Equity website By phone: 602-684-8200 Office is located at 5635 East Thomas Road, Office 13, Phoenix, AZ 85018

    "Diva" Danielle Williams is @1AndOnlyDivaDanielle on Instagram and here on Facebook!

    35 min
  • Real Estate and Make Up

    On today's episode special guest, Victoria Thompson, founder of we Steel Rise - her non profit helps Veteran women who have been incarcerated get back on their feet.

    Diane Brennan with Coldwell Banker Realty first congratulates the Rogers family; Michelle, Adam & Lily. They did get their offer accepted on a beautiful piece of property in Cave Creek, walking distance to all the great restaurants and bars and Frontier Town, amazing. They're going to remodel and we can't wait to follow their journey and see what they do with the place.

    We continue to talk about our love of TikTok, we talk about this seller's market and some amazing stories to go with it.

    We dive a bit deeper and talk make up and skin care!

    "Diva" Danielle talks in depth with our guest this week; Victoria Thompson Founder of We Steel Rise - helps Veteran Women who have been incarcerated get back on their feet. Visit their site by clicking above or click here for their Facebook page. You can also go straight to the volunteer signup here. She also talks about a fun thing to do with Out Wickenburg Way Music & Food Truck Fest.

    Resources and Links: To reach Diane:

    Facebook is /ThatRealEstateShow Instagram @myrealtordianebrennan Phone: 602-620-2277

    To reach Tom:

    The Tom Ross Team at Bay Equity website By phone: 602-684-8200 Office is located at 5635 East Thomas Road, Office 13, Phoenix, AZ 85018

    "Diva" Danielle Williams is @1AndOnlyDivaDanielle on Instagram and here on Facebook!

    39 min
  • Tapping Into Equity

    We jump in fast and furious right at the start of the show! A lot of times some great moments and conversations accidentally happen before we start recording. We decide to jump into a fun poll that we started to discuss, then paused for the show. Best dad in a 90's sitcom is one of the topics covered.

    We talk to "Diva" about a standup act coming up for her at the Desert Rose in Glendale on May 21st! Click here for tickets!

    We jump into a quick conversation about the continued craziness in the markets. We talk about a veteran that Diane Brennan represented, the unbelievable offers he received, and the gang talks about how great the experience having Diane can be for a buyer or seller! It's fun to talk about Diane's determination for clients..

    The crew raves about Chief's wife Sam and the bread she baked for them. Danielle is ready to shell out big bucks for more..

    We get into the social dynamic involved with couples and meet and greets in a party setting. We talk about Tom's memory and how he handles it, and Chief talks about how he and Sam work out those same details.

    Tom Ross with Bay Equity talks about mortgages the markets, and has a frank discussion about cash out refinancing. The benefits from this discussion are tremendous and you don't want to miss it!

    "Diva" Danielle talks about a volunteer opportunity at Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Arizona and a fun thing for the ladies to do with the The Bulleit Bourbon Derby Day Club at Turf Paradise.

    Resources and Links: To reach Diane:

    Facebook is /ThatRealEstateShow Instagram @myrealtordianebrennan Phone: 602-620-2277

    To reach Tom:

    The Tom Ross Team at Bay Equity website By phone: 602-684-8200 Office is located at 5635 East Thomas Road, Office 13, Phoenix, AZ 85018

    "Diva" Danielle Williams is @1AndOnlyDivaDanielle on Instagram and here on Facebook!

    39 min
  • Real Estate, Real Life

    Today, Diane Brennan starts off by apologizing for last week's episode. The timing of a deal falling out and something that happened with an ex. Danielle and Chief tell her that her show was great.

    Diane tells about The Commitment Phobe by Emily Wilcox, a book she talked about last week. To her point about thinking the show was bad, she said she didn't do it justice. She took the opportunity to tell a bit more about it.

    Diane talks about a procedure that she had done by Dr. Stefanie Kuerschner that causes increased collagen production in your hands. Check that out on her Instagram page here.

    The state of the real estate market is covered as well, and as the team welcomes back Tom from his absence last week, he gets into how it continues to be a sellers market.

    Diane talks about a cool event and thing to do at the Rage Room in Tempe. You can smash stuff and blow off some steam!

    "Diva" Danielle, social community director talks about volunteering with Big Brothers Big Sisters, and a fun thing to do at the Scottsdale Jazz Festival at Hotel Valley Ho.

    Resources and Links: To reach Diane:

    Facebook is /ThatRealEstateShow Instagram @myrealtordianebrennan Phone: 602-620-2277

    To reach Tom:

    The Tom Ross Team at Bay Equity website By phone: 602-684-8200 Office is located at 5635 East Thomas Road, Office 13, Phoenix, AZ 85018

    "Diva" Danielle Williams is @1AndOnlyDivaDanielle on Instagram and here on Facebook!

    41 min
  • Real Estate & Relationships

    On today's episode, Tom Ross is off this week, so Diane and Danielle have a "women only" show!

    Diane Brennan with Coldwell Banker Realty will talk about some direct responses to some of the myths out there about this market being in some kind of "bubble". The myths couldn't be more false.

    Some of the Myths About the Arizona Housing Market
    1. Today's mini-boom cannot be sustained
    2. Few people foresaw the housing market crash 15 years ago that ignited a worldwide recession
    3. Fueled by low interest rates, loose mortgage lending standards, and the nation's unshakeable faith in home ownership, home values rose at record rates year after year

    We love the Cromford Report and they break apart these myths with some facts YOU need to hear about!

    We also dive into some other fun topics. We discuss health, including some important facts about Vitamin D. Diane talks about a talk given by a doctor with expertise in immunology and virology.

    They also discuss a few really great books to read about relationships including;

    • How to Survive the Loss of a Love
    • The Commitment Phobe - Emily Wilcox
    • Anything by Steven Carter and Julia Sokol

    "Diva" Danielle, our social community director talks about a great volunteer opportunity with The Reveille Foundation, and a fun thing to do with Tiny Homes Street of Dreams. Check out their upcoming event on April 30th, called Tiny Homes at the Home & Garden Show at WestWorld of Scottsdale.

    Resources and Links: To reach Diane:

    Facebook is /ThatRealEstateShow Instagram @myrealtordianebrennan Phone: 602-620-2277

    To reach Tom:

    The Tom Ross Team at Bay Equity website By phone: 602-684-8200 Office is located at 5635 East Thomas Road, Office 13, Phoenix, AZ 85018

    "Diva" Danielle Williams is @1AndOnlyDivaDanielle on Instagram and here on Facebook!

    27 min
  • Light At the End of the Tunnel?

    On this episode, Diane Brennan of Coldwell Banker Realty talks about some unfortunate things she saw from a selling agent in Chandler. Dirty houses, and more! Why don't agents help coach their clients? Even in this market some of the basics get overlooked.

    The crew also discusses a very important thing; guys, are you standing up or sitting down when you pee? Diane discusses the responsibilities for each person about cleaning the bathroom as well.

    Tom Ross with Bay Equity Home Loans talks about the state of Arizona real estate with Diane, and she breaks down the numbers. Tom talks about first generation home buyers coming into the market, and how we have a supply problem, with a slight cooling of demand. Looks like we're in a stable position for the foreseeable future.

    "Diva" Danielle talks about a fun thing to do with Country at The Creek, featuring three days of live music outdoors in the beautiful heart of Arizona! (In-person event. GENERAL ADMISSION).

    She also talks about a new one that she hadn't heard of before but LOVED! Sun Health Foundation, who provide support for excellent patient care, landmark research initiatives and provide health and wellness programs. For more information go to SunHealth.org. They need help at their location in Sun City! Call them to ask about volunteer opportunities at 623-974-2000.

    Resources and Links: To reach Diane:

    Facebook is /ThatRealEstateShow Instagram @myrealtordianebrennan Phone: 602-620-2277

    To reach Tom:

    The Tom Ross Team at Bay Equity website By phone: 602-684-8200 Office is located at 5635 East Thomas Road, Office 13, Phoenix, AZ 85018

    "Diva" Danielle Williams is @1AndOnlyDivaDanielle on Instagram and here on Facebook! And again, don't forget to vote by clicking here! Voting ends April 9th!

    26 min
  • Waiving Appraisals No Bueno

    On this episode, Diane Brennan of Coldwell Banker Realty and Tom Ross with Bay Equity Home Loans talk about the problems with waiving an appraisal. Tom goes in depth about the pros and cons.

    They start with a story from Tom's date night with his wife, then talk about voting for Danielle in her nomination for Best TV Personality in AZ Central's Best of the Desert 2021. Click the link to vote! It only takes a moment and is sincerely appreciated.

    Resources and Links: To reach Diane:

    Facebook is /ThatRealEstateShow Instagram @myrealtordianebrennan Phone: 602-620-2277

    To reach Tom:

    The Tom Ross Team at Bay Equity website By phone: 602-684-8200 Office is located at 5635 East Thomas Road, Office 13, Phoenix, AZ 85018

    "Diva" Danielle Williams is @1AndOnlyDivaDanielle on Instagram and here on Facebook! And again, don't forget to vote by clicking here!

    33 min
  • Why There's NO Housing Bubble!

    On this episode, Diane Brennan of Coldwell Banker Realty and Tom Ross with Bay Equity Home Loans work hard to dispel the continued hype that somehow this market will fall apart. NOT TRUE! They give some hard facts that will give you the myriad reasons why.

    Diane talks about Diva's special coming up this weekend where she is featured as a cancer survivor.

    She also shares some really funny stuff from TikTok - hilarious and helpful content!

    The gang talks to Chief (the producer) about his interview he did at the NASCAR race last week and Diane shares a special message with Tom on his return about his fill-in crew last week and how highly they think of him.

    Diane shares a funny story about a friend who chose a different realtor and what they wanted from Diane, and Danielle shares a fun thing to do at Country Fusion nights at Scootin Boots, and a really cool volunteer opportunity with Project Roots AZ, educating the community on growing their own foods.

    Resources and Links:

    To reach Diane:

    Facebook is /ThatRealEstateShow Instagram @myrealtordianebrennan Phone: 602-620-2277

    To reach Tom: The Tom Ross Team at Bay Equity website By phone: 602-684-8200 Office is located at 5635 East Thomas Road, Office 13, Phoenix, AZ 85018

    "Diva" Danielle Williams is @1AndOnlyDivaDanielle on Instagram and here on Facebook!

    37 min

About Own It Girl

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Diane Brennan is a realtor in the Phoenix, AZ metro area and host. Own It Girl is way more than real estate. It's dedicated to empowering women with the resources to not only make the best decisions…