In this episode of Talking Realty, Glen shares critical tips on how to stay safe and secure while selling your home. Drawing from extensive experience of selling over 2,500 homes, he focuses on personal safety, protecting valuables, and managing showings securely. 

The discussion also covers the importance of controlled access, using surveillance cameras, decluttering, and depersonalization to prevent identity theft. This episode is a must-listen for home sellers looking to avoid risks and ensure a smooth selling process.

Why Your House Isn’t Selling and When to Consider Switching Realtors.

In this episode of ‘Talking Realty’, Glen Whitten, broker, realtor, and founder of the Ohio Property Group, addresses common concerns and frustrations of home sellers when their property isn’t selling as expected. Glen explores the real reasons behind a stagnant house sale, such as overpricing and showing friction, while debunking myths surrounding realtor performance. He shares actionable advice on how to adjust your sales strategy, whether to refresh your listing or possibly switch realtors.

Glen also emphasizes the importance of honesty, market exposure, and reducing barriers to showings. Offering free resources and practical tips, this episode aims to equip home sellers with the knowledge to make informed decisions and ultimately achieve a successful sale. All tools mentioned in the episode are also available to download for free in the resources section below.

Mastering Low Appraisals: Glen Whitten’s Proven Playbook

In this episode of ‘Talking Realty,’ Glen Whitten, founder of the Ohio Property Group, offers home sellers practical advice on what to do if they get a low appraisal. Developed while selling over 2,500 homes, Glen shares his “patented” low appraisal playbook, a step-by-step guide to appealing the appraisal value while negotiating with the buyer to save the deal.

If you’re facing a low appraisal, don’t just roll over and give up. Spend a few minutes learning the tactics that have proven to work in the field. These aren’t theories–these plays are pulled from real-world success stories from home sellers just like you. All tools mentioned in the episode are also available to download for free in the resources section below.

Selling with Tenants: The Complete Playbook for Landlords: In this episode of Talking Realty, Glen Whitten, founder of the Ohio Property Group, provides an in-depth guide on how home sellers can effectively sell properties with tenants. 

Glen shares his ‘How To Sell With Tenants Playbook,’ offering strategies to navigate marketing, pricing, showing properties, and handling difficult tenants without disrupting rental income or alienating buyers. 

Key topics covered include the importance of knowing why you’re selling, communicating with tenants, prepping and photographing the property, handling showings, and negotiating offers tailored for rental situations. 

Glen also emphasizes the need for transparency and how to leverage various financing and valuation techniques unique to income properties. Additionally, Glen discusses the significance of providing a comprehensive investor packet and the benefits of presale inspections.

For landlords ready to sell, this episode provides actionable tips and tools to simplify the process and maximize profits while maintaining good relations with tenants. Access to all referenced materials is available on TalkingRealty.com.

In this episode of Talking Realty, Glen Whitten, founder of the Ohio Property Group, shares his expert strategies on how to handle a multiple offer situation as a home seller. With over 2,500 homes sold, Glen takes you behind the scenes of a real listing that received seven offers, explaining how to organize, compare, and negotiate to pick the best offer and set up backups. 

Key topics include setting the right listing price to spark a bidding war, using a ‘kill shot’ to extract the best terms from buyers, and securing backup offers to maintain leverage. Glen emphasizes the importance of proper communication, organization, and strategic planning in maximizing your sale price and minimizing your stress. 

The episode also comes with practical tools and templates from Glen’s home seller toolkit, available for free download at TalkingRealty.com.

In this episode, Glen sits down with Lukas Martin, owner of Martin Photography, to discuss the crucial role of high-quality photography in real estate marketing. 

With over 2,500 homes sold, Glen shares insights and tips on how professional real estate photos can attract more buyers and potentially increase your home’s selling price. Lukas talks about the journey of building his photography business, several techniques for taking better photos, and the trends in virtual staging and 3D tours. 

The episode also delves into the regulations around drone photography and offers practical advice for DIY enthusiasts, including a photo checklist and editing tips. Tune in to learn how to make your real estate listings stand out with stunning visuals.

In this episode of Talking Realty, host Glen Whitten delves into the complex topic of reverse mortgages, providing home sellers with valuable insights and practical advice. 

Glen explains what a reverse mortgage is, its benefits and drawbacks, and how it can impact home sales, probate, and inheritance. He also offers guidance on making the decision between selling a home and opting for a reverse mortgage, ensuring listeners know what to look for to avoid scams. 

With personal anecdotes and professional expertise, Glen breaks down different payout options, repayment terms, and alternatives to reverse mortgages. Additionally, he discusses the importance of dealing with HUD-approved lenders and provides resources for further counseling and advice. 

The episode concludes with tips on shopping around for the best rates, understanding fees, and recognizing red flags in the reverse mortgage process.

In this episode of ‘Talking Realty’, host Glen Whitten provides a solid roadmap for adult children tasked with selling their parents’ homes. Whether you’re helping Mom or Dad or you’re in charge of the estate, you’ll get practical, actionable advice on managing the emotional and logistical challenges involved. 

Glen discusses the importance of legal and financial preparation, the pros and cons of hiring a realtor versus going for sale by owner, and offers tips on preparing the home for sale, including the benefits of a pre-inspection. 

Glen also delves into effective pricing strategies, marketing the property, and handling offers and negotiations. Additionally, he emphasizes the significance of maintaining family relationships and provides tools for managing the complicated dynamics that often arise in these situations.

In this episode of Talking Realty, host Glen Whitten of the Ohio Property Group discusses the ins and outs of selling your home as-is. He begins by addressing the misconception that homes need to be picture-perfect to sell, then dives deep into effective strategies for marketing and selling as-is properties. 

Topics include decluttering, dealing with emotional and financial barriers, proper pricing, and effective negotiation tactics. Glen also highlights the importance of disclosure, transparency, and utilizing a presale inspection to attract the right buyers. By the end of the episode, Glen provides actionable steps for home sellers to maximize market value without extensive preparations.

In this episode of Talking Realty, Glen shares his annual process called the 80/20 Life Reset, designed to help you achieve happiness and reach your goals. Perfectly timed for the New Year, Glen explains the impactful Pareto Principle and how it applies to home selling, productivity, and life decisions. 

Along the way, he provides tactical advice and shares his experience of moving to Puerto Rico, demonstrating the power of intentionality in both personal and professional life. Tune in for insights that can transform your real estate journey and overall well-being.