The 2025 spring real estate market is here, bringing new opportunities for buyers and sellers! First, Lennox Scott, chairman and CEO of John L. Scott Real Estate, shares winning strategies for home buyers to succeed in a competitive market. Then, Elizabeth Renter, senior economist at NerdWallet, brings good news for first-time home buyers based on the latest First-Time Home Buyer Affordability Report. Next, Paul Pastelok, senior meteorologist at AccuWeather, provides a spring weather forecast tailored for real estate, highlighting areas with sunny skies and those likely to face more unpredictable weather. Finally, home design expert Melissa Dittmann Tracey breaks down the latest design trends. Tune in for everything you need to prepare for the 2025 spring market! This week's episode is sponsored by Opendoor. Serve your clients the simpler way.