Today Joe brings Intero Real Estate agent and The South County Lifestyle blogger Rosie Poliquin back into the studio.  They kick off today’s show by discussing the growing  South County population, the increasing commute into the Bay Area and services being offered to alleviate commute stress. Rosie gives Joe an update on the Morgan Hill and Gilroy markets. They’ll wrap up by talking about fun Halloween events taking place that you won’t want to miss.

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All the information in this podcast is broadcast in good faith and for general information purpose only. We do not make any warranties about the completeness, reliability and accuracy of this information. Any action you take upon the information on our website is strictly at your own risk. We will not be liable for any losses and damages in connection with the use of associated information. www.reradiolive.com All Rights Reserved. Copyright 2015. Joe Cucchiara MLO 273084 This is not a commitment to lend. Bobbi Decker CalBRE 00607999. Mike D’Ambrosio CalBRE 01841982. Our team fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. For more information, please visit: http://portal.hud.gov/.

Luxury real estate trends are today’s topic as Joe chats with Debbi DiMaggio who is at the Inman Luxury Connect Conference. She talks about what qualifies as luxury and if it is in reach for the average consumer. They also discuss:

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All the information in this podcast is broadcast in good faith and for general information purpose only. We do not make any warranties about the completeness, reliability and accuracy of this information. Any action you take upon the information on our website is strictly at your own risk. We will not be liable for any losses and damages in connection with the use of associated information. www.reradiolive.com All Rights Reserved. Copyright 2015. Joe Cucchiara MLO 273084 This is not a commitment to lend. Bobbi Decker CalBRE 00607999. Mike D’Ambrosio CalBRE 01841982. Our team fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. For more information, please visit: http://portal.hud.gov/.

Everyone loves bringing home the next big tech product, but it doesn’t take much for your home to look like it’s been overrun by technology. To help simplify our lives and keep us looking smart, Mike brings James Stout from The Integrated Lifestyle in studio and finds out how he keeps our homes free from tech clutter. James gives his opinion on the wired vs. wireless debate. Mike finds out about the home technology that millennials and baby boomers find most accommodating. They also discuss new technology for entertaining and what The Integrated Lifestyle offers that you won’t find at any big box store.

To contact Mike D'Ambrosio you can visit his website at www.MikeSellsSiliconValley.com, email him at [email protected] or call at (408)630-0101. 

Be sure to call in with your questions during the show at 1(800)516-1220 between 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. PST on AM 1220 KDOW. To learn more about all our hosts and how to contact them, simply visit www.RERadioLive.com.

All the information in this podcast is broadcast in good faith and for general information purpose only. We do not make any warranties about the completeness, reliability and accuracy of this information. Any action you take upon the information on our website is strictly at your own risk.  We will not be liable for any losses and damages in connection with the use of associated information. www.reradiolive.com All Rights Reserved. Copyright 2015. Joe Cucchiara MLO 273084 This is not a commitment to lend. Bobbi Decker CalBRE 00607999. Mike D’Ambrosio CalBRE 01841982. Our team fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. For more information, please visit: http://portal.hud.gov/.

Today Joe calls up wealth strategists Jamie Cooke from MC2 Wealth Solutions and Stanley Crow from S. Crow Collateral Corp. for a discussion about monetized installment sales. After explaining what a monetized installment sale can do they touch on several other aspects including:

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All the information in this podcast is broadcast in good faith and for general information purpose only. We do not make any warranties about the completeness, reliability and accuracy of this information. Any action you take upon the information on our website is strictly at your own risk.  We will not be liable for any losses and damages in connection with the use of associated information. www.reradiolive.com All Rights Reserved. Copyright 2015. Joe Cucchiara MLO 273084 This is not a commitment to lend. Bobbi Decker CalBRE 00607999. Mike D’Ambrosio CalBRE 01841982. Our team fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. For more information, please visit: http://portal.hud.gov/.

Mike discusses some economic forecasting news from the California Association of Realtors. He also goes over several reasons that are contributing to moderation of the economy including a drop in cash and international buyers and an increase in the average years of home ownership.

Mike finishes today's show by responding to a couple of listener emails:

To contact Mike D'Ambrosio you can visit his website at www.MikeSellsSiliconValley.com, email him at [email protected] or call at (408)630-0101. 

Be sure to call in with your questions during the show at 1(800)516-1220 on Fridays between 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. PST on AM 1220 KDOW. To learn more about all our hosts and how to contact them, simply visit www.reradiolive.com.

All the information in this podcast is broadcast in good faith and for general information purpose only. We do not make any warranties about the completeness, reliability and accuracy of this information. Any action you take upon the information on our website is strictly at your own risk.  We will not be liable for any losses and damages in connection with the use of associated information. www.reradiolive.com All Rights Reserved. Copyright 2015. Joe Cucchiara MLO 273084 This is not a commitment to lend. Bobbi Decker CalBRE 00607999. Mike D’Ambrosio CalBRE 01841982. Our team fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. For more information, please visit: http://portal.hud.gov/.

The gang is back together this week for another Fun Fact Friday! This time they’re focusing on the new TRID laws that officially went into effect this month. They go over how it affects the purchase timeline, the closing process and if the new laws are good or not. Bobbi, Joe and Buddy do pepper in some other fun facts about what the real estate association says about staging, mortgages for purchasing your own private vineyard and one not so fun fact for renters.

Be sure to check out our website for additional resources, exquisite properties and more at www.BobbiDecker.com. To reach Bobbi directly call 650 346 5352 or email her at [email protected].

Be sure to call in with your questions during the show at 1(800)516-1220 between 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. PST on AM 1220 KDOW. To learn more about all our hosts and how to contact them, simply visit www.RERadioLive.com.

All the information in this podcast is broadcast in good faith and for general information purpose only. We do not make any warranties about the completeness, reliability and accuracy of this information. Any action you take upon the information on our website is strictly at your own risk.  We will not be liable for any losses and damages in connection with the use of associated information. www.reradiolive.com All Rights Reserved. Copyright 2015. Joe Cucchiara MLO 273084 This is not a commitment to lend. Bobbi Decker CalBRE 00607999. Mike D’Ambrosio CalBRE 01841982. Our team fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. For more information, please visit: http://portal.hud.gov/.

Kris Hudson, Reporter from the Wall Street Journal is back today to share information about the labor shortage and its direct impact on the low inventory of homes. Joe finds out if it is more than a lack of training or recruiting that is the cause of low inventory and how builders and consumers are feeling the impact. Just before everything starts to feel too bleak, Kris offers some hope by comparing today to past periods of economic recovery.

Joe finishes today’s show by explaining why now is a good time to consolidate and real estate trends to look forward to in 2016!

If you would like to learn more about the labor shortage you can read Kris Hudson's full article HERE!

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All the information in this podcast is broadcast in good faith and for general information purpose only. We do not make any warranties about the completeness, reliability and accuracy of this information. Any action you take upon the information on our website is strictly at your own risk.  We will not be liable for any losses and damages in connection with the use of associated information. www.reradiolive.com All Rights Reserved. Copyright 2015. Joe Cucchiara MLO 273084 This is not a commitment to lend. Bobbi Decker CalBRE 00607999. Mike D’Ambrosio CalBRE 01841982. Our team fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. For more information, please visit: http://portal.hud.gov/.

Today Joe welcomes probate agent Gary DiGrazia to the show. After learning about Gary’s extensive career in probate, Gary breaks down:

Gary also responds to a couple callers. He explains to Gabriel the best way to inquire about a home once it has been listed as a probate. Mark asks if he should trust the listed realtor on a property or get his own.

Be sure to call in with your questions during the show at 1(800)516-1220 between 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. PST on AM 1220 KDOW. To learn more about all our hosts and how to contact them, simply visit www.RERadioLive.com.

All the information in this podcast is broadcast in good faith and for general information purpose only. We do not make any warranties about the completeness, reliability and accuracy of this information. Any action you take upon the information on our website is strictly at your own risk.  We will not be liable for any losses and damages in connection with the use of associated information. www.reradiolive.com All Rights Reserved. Copyright 2015. Joe Cucchiara MLO 273084 This is not a commitment to lend. Bobbi Decker CalBRE 00607999. Mike D’Ambrosio CalBRE 01841982. Our team fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. For more information, please visit: http://portal.hud.gov/.

Mike brings Intero Los Gatos Vice President Brian Crane back to share his expertise on today’s market.

Mike and Brian also discuss:

To contact Mike D'Ambrosio you can visit his website at www.MikeSellsSiliconValley.com, email him at [email protected] or call at (408)630-0101. 

Be sure to call in with your questions during the show at 1(800)516-1220 between 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. PST on AM 1220 KDOW. To learn more about all our hosts and how to contact them, simply visit www.RERadioLive.com.

All the information in this podcast is broadcast in good faith and for general information purpose only. We do not make any warranties about the completeness, reliability and accuracy of this information. Any action you take upon the information on our website is strictly at your own risk.  We will not be liable for any losses and damages in connection with the use of associated information. www.reradiolive.com All Rights Reserved. Copyright 2015. Joe Cucchiara MLO 273084 This is not a commitment to lend. Bobbi Decker CalBRE 00607999. Mike D’Ambrosio CalBRE 01841982. Our team fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. For more information, please visit: http://portal.hud.gov/.

Scott Delucchi from the Peninsula Humane Society calls up Bobbi and Buddy to discuss finding the pet that fits your home. It’s more than making sure your new cat or dog will have enough room to move about. Scott points out other factors that need consideration like the behavior and physical needs of an animal or if children are involved. They also take a call from Rachel who wants to know what questions she should ask a pet sitter.

Be sure to check out our website for additional resources, exquisite properties and more at www.BobbiDecker.com. To reach Bobbi directly call 650 346 5352 or email her at [email protected].

Be sure to call in with your questions during the show at 1(800)516-1220 between 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. PST on AM 1220 KDOW. To learn more about all our hosts and how to contact them, simply visit www.RERadioLive.com.

All the information in this podcast is broadcast in good faith and for general information purpose only. We do not make any warranties about the completeness, reliability and accuracy of this information. Any action you take upon the information on our website is strictly at your own risk. We will not be liable for any losses and damages in connection with the use of associated information. www.reradiolive.com All Rights Reserved. Copyright 2015. Joe Cucchiara MLO 273084 This is not a commitment to lend. Bobbi Decker CalBRE 00607999. Mike D’Ambrosio CalBRE 01841982. Our team fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. For more information, please visit: http://portal.hud.gov/.