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Team Sweasey Vs The Machines
Unlock real insights into the San Luis Obispo (SLO) County real estate market with Hal Sweasey and John Turner—plus a rare on-mic appearance from our producer. We tackle the big questions buyers and sellers ask every week: Is now a good time to buy or sell in SLO County? How accurate are online home-value estimates? What’s the deal with buyer-broker agreements? And where does AI actually help—or hurt—in real estate?
Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, move-up seller, or investor, this episode delivers practical, local guidance you can use today.
In this episode:
Jeff’s role at KZOZ and how this episode came together
Where AI helps in real estate (and where it can mislead)
Is now a good time to buy in SLO County?
Inventory, days on market, and what a ~2.5-month supply really means
Rates, “timing the market” vs. time in the market
Is now a good time to sell? Trading in the same market and pricing realities
Home values: online estimates vs. professional CMA (and what banks actually trust)
How pros really price property (calls, pendings, and context)
Buyer-broker agreements: what they are, why you’re asked to sign, and your options
Key takeaways
Buy vs. wait: If you’re financially prepared and plan to stay, owning is a strong long-term play—focus on affordability and horizon, not perfect timing.
Seller reality: Values can flatten or slip short-term; you’re often trading in the same market when you buy your next place.
Inventory ≠ average: Even when listings rise, SLO County remains supply-constrained versus historical norms.
Valuation: Online tools are a starting point; an on-the-ground CMA (comps + context) is far more reliable.
Buyer-broker agreements: Expect to sign one when asking for showings; scope can be property-specific or time-bound—know what you’re signing.
Meet the speaker
Hal Sweasey – Veteran SLO County Realtor sharing 35+ years of pricing and negotiation experience.
John Turner – Co-host and local market strategist.
Jeff Kingman – KZOZ morning host, producer, and now… reluctant on-camera guest.
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By American General MediaUnlock real insights into the San Luis Obispo (SLO) County real estate market with Hal Sweasey and John Turner—plus a rare on-mic appearance from our producer. We tackle the big questions buyers and sellers ask every week: Is now a good time to buy or sell in SLO County? How accurate are online home-value estimates? What’s the deal with buyer-broker agreements? And where does AI actually help—or hurt—in real estate?
Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, move-up seller, or investor, this episode delivers practical, local guidance you can use today.
In this episode:
Jeff’s role at KZOZ and how this episode came together
Where AI helps in real estate (and where it can mislead)
Is now a good time to buy in SLO County?
Inventory, days on market, and what a ~2.5-month supply really means
Rates, “timing the market” vs. time in the market
Is now a good time to sell? Trading in the same market and pricing realities
Home values: online estimates vs. professional CMA (and what banks actually trust)
How pros really price property (calls, pendings, and context)
Buyer-broker agreements: what they are, why you’re asked to sign, and your options
Key takeaways
Buy vs. wait: If you’re financially prepared and plan to stay, owning is a strong long-term play—focus on affordability and horizon, not perfect timing.
Seller reality: Values can flatten or slip short-term; you’re often trading in the same market when you buy your next place.
Inventory ≠ average: Even when listings rise, SLO County remains supply-constrained versus historical norms.
Valuation: Online tools are a starting point; an on-the-ground CMA (comps + context) is far more reliable.
Buyer-broker agreements: Expect to sign one when asking for showings; scope can be property-specific or time-bound—know what you’re signing.
Meet the speaker
Hal Sweasey – Veteran SLO County Realtor sharing 35+ years of pricing and negotiation experience.
John Turner – Co-host and local market strategist.
Jeff Kingman – KZOZ morning host, producer, and now… reluctant on-camera guest.