Hosts Paul and Sara welcome Will Tiao, expert in multi-family real estate and property management. We chat about the continuing rise of rental rates, the subsequent increased need for property management, and what realtors who want to get into the multi-family game should know. We also discuss rent control regulations and their potential impacts to the market, the ongoing confusion surrounding the new eviction laws, and the all-important question to considering when investing in multi-family properties...how many bedrooms is best?

Will Tiao https://tiaoproperties.com/ [email protected]   Paul Dashevsky, GreatBuildz https://www.greatbuildz.com/   Sara Lehmann, Glen Oaks Escrow [email protected] https://glenoaksescrow.com/   The LA Realtor Podcast [email protected] https://www.podpage.com/la-realtor-podcast/

Hosts Paul and Sara are joined this week by John MacDonald, Farmers Insurance, to discuss the wild world of Homeowners Insurance. We go over what is covered in a standard policy, the complexities of water damage claims, and the rising difficulties of securing fire insurance. We also discuss the three things realtors need to consider when advising their clients about homeowners insurance.  And hey - did you know there's basically a 'Carfax' for homes?

John MacDonald [email protected] www.smacdonaldins.com   Paul Dashevsky, GreatBuildz https://www.greatbuildz.com/   Sara Lehmann, Glen Oaks Escrow [email protected] https://glenoaksescrow.com/   The LA Realtor Podcast [email protected] https://www.podpage.com/la-realtor-podcast/

Hosts Paul and Sara sit down with Elliott Kimmel (Assessment Appeal Advisors) to discuss the complexities of property taxes. We learn how recently-passed Prop 19 affects homeowners and investors, what exactly constitutes an 'assessable event,' and why inheriting a property isn't always a gold mine. We also discuss the potential reasons for property tax appeals, why there's a growing number of appeals surrounding off-market listings, and why some things - like court cases and cappuccinos - are best left to the experts. 

Elliott Kimmel

[email protected]

https://assessmentappealadvisors.com/

 

Paul Dashevsky, GreatBuildz https://www.greatbuildz.com/   Sara Lehmann, Glen Oaks Escrow [email protected] https://glenoaksescrow.com/   The LA Realtor Podcast [email protected] https://www.podpage.com/la-realtor-podcast/  

This week, hosts Paul and Sara sit down for a chat with GLAR (Greater Los Angeles Association of Realtors) President, Anthony Vulin. We discuss what GLAR does and the many different resources available through them, as well as addressing the importance of diversity in their representatives and how Anthony has worked to ensure the organization reflects the LA realtor scene at large. We also learn how realtors can get involved with GLAR and their various committees, as well as discussing the LA housing crisis and the importance of advocating for small, affordable housing units, and how realtors at every level can benefit from a coach.    Anthony Vulin https://www.thecollectiverealty.com/

Paul Dashevsky, GreatBuildz https://www.greatbuildz.com/   Sara Lehmann, Glen Oaks Escrow [email protected] https://glenoaksescrow.com/   The LA Realtor Podcast [email protected] https://www.podpage.com/la-realtor-podcast/  

This week, hosts Paul and Sara give us a little deeper insight into....themselves! We learn about Paul's history in real estate, development, and flipping homes, as well as how he started his own company, GreatBuildz, which helps connect homeowners with reliable contractors in the SoCal area. We also hear about Sara's background in escrow, what her position as an escrow rep entails, and the importance of consistency and authenticity in creating relationships in the industry.

Paul Dashevsky, GreatBuildz https://www.greatbuildz.com/   Sara Lehmann, Glen Oaks Escrow [email protected] https://glenoaksescrow.com/   The LA Realtor Podcast [email protected] https://www.podpage.com/la-realtor-podcast/  

Hosts Paul and Sara are joined this week by real estate content creator and viral TikTok sensation, Aaron Grushow. We discuss the reach potential and pros and cons of various social media platforms, why consistency is key to gaining followers, and the importance of finding your authentic voice and niche. We also cover how to tap into monetizing your content, converting followers into clients, and why Gen Z might just be the next wave of potential buyers.   Aaron Grushow https://aarongrushowhomes.com/ https://www.tiktok.com/@aarongrushowhomes https://www.instagram.com/aarongrushowhomes/

Paul Dashevsky, GreatBuildz https://www.greatbuildz.com/   Sara Lehmann, Glen Oaks Escrow [email protected] https://glenoaksescrow.com/   The LA Realtor Podcast [email protected] https://www.podpage.com/la-realtor-podcast/  

Hosts Paul and Sara are joined this week by realtor coach Ellis Posner. We cover how authentic interactions are more important than client conversions, narrowing things down to '7-14 day leads,' and the four important questions realtors should ask themselves every week. We also discuss the struggle of ‘what to say’ as a realtor, the importance of consistent video content, and why having great relationships with other agents may be what closes the deal.

Ellis Posner

https://www.coachellisposner.com/

https://www.ellisposner.com/

  Paul Dashevsky, GreatBuildz https://www.greatbuildz.com/   Sara Lehmann, Glen Oaks Escrow [email protected] https://glenoaksescrow.com/   The LA Realtor Podcast [email protected] https://www.podpage.com/la-realtor-podcast/

Hosts Paul and Sara are joined this week by California Association of Realtors President, Otto Catrina. We discuss how the CAR is working to ensure the success of CA realtors, the many resources available to CAR members, and how real estate crosses the aisle in Sacramento politics. We also address the challenges the industry faces in the coming years, the growing concerns over inflation of everything from property taxes to fire insurance, as well as the continuing housing crisis and how leaders are attempting to address it. 

Otto Catrina, CAR President https://www.car.org/

  Paul Dashevsky, GreatBuildz https://www.greatbuildz.com/   Sara Lehmann, Glen Oaks Escrow [email protected] https://glenoaksescrow.com/   The LA Realtor Podcast [email protected] https://www.podpage.com/la-realtor-podcast/

This week, Paul is joined by GreatBuildz team member and ADU expert, Stephanie Lovell. We learn what exactly constitutes an Accessory Dwelling Unit, who is building them and why, and the benefits they may have for investors. We also discuss garage conversions vs. new build ADUs, the potential costs and timelines involved, how to find a good ADU contractor, and why acting as owner/builder might just require a therapist or divorce attorney.    Stephanie Lovell, GreatBuildz https://www.greatbuildz.com/  

Paul Dashevsky, GreatBuildz https://www.greatbuildz.com/   Sara Lehmann, Glen Oaks Escrow [email protected] https://glenoaksescrow.com/   The LA Realtor Podcast [email protected] https://www.podpage.com/la-realtor-podcast/

Hosts Paul and Sara are joined by Jennifer Gilbert, owner of marketing strategy company, Remio Group. We learn why outsourcing your marketing allows you to focus on being an expert in real estate, why bus benches and shopping carts may be passe but billboards might be making a comeback, and that direct mail doesn't have to be seen as 'junk.' We also discuss the importance of using your face in your marketing content, how the key to 'standing out' is being authentic, and how a funny subject line could be the thing that gets your email campaigns those all-important clicks. 

Jennifer Gilbert

www.remiogroup.com

https://www.facebook.com/REMIOGroup

https://www.instagram.com/remiogroup_jen/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/remio-group/

Paul Dashevsky, GreatBuildz https://www.greatbuildz.com/   Sara Lehmann, Glen Oaks Escrow [email protected] https://glenoaksescrow.com/   The LA Realtor Podcast [email protected] https://www.podpage.com/la-realtor-podcast/