The Legit Real Estate Podcast

This week on The Legit Real Estate Podcast, TJ Chofi and Holly Regoli tackle the surprising ways solar panels can complicate a home sale. From sky-high monthly payments to misunderstood contracts, they share real stories from the field—and their own lives—that reveal what every buyer, seller, and agent should know.

💡 Topics include:
• How solar leases and liens affect closing
• TJ’s personal experience with solar savings
• When panels help a sale—and when they kill it
• Advice for agents navigating solar disclosures

Whether you’re a realtor, homeowner, or just curious about the solar home trend, this episode has the real-world insight you need.

In this episode of the Legit Real Estate Podcast, TJ Chopin and Holly Ragoli kick things off with Crazy Hat Day shenanigans—but don’t worry, they quickly dive into the real issues.🎯 Episode 19 Highlights:Holly shares her struggle with a nightmare rental vacancy and the hard truth about dealing with difficult tenants.The duo discuss the pros and cons of being a landlord—especially when your rental becomes more trouble than it’s worth.They reflect on how real estate agents juggle work, parenting, and public embarrassment (hint: taco hats included).💬 If you’ve ever had a tenant from hell, or wondered what it's really like managing rentals—this one's for you.👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for your weekly dose of real estate reality

In this episode of the Legit Real Estate Podcast, hosts TJ Ciolfi and Holly Regoli welcome Bubba Correira from Lapointe Insurance to break down everything real estate agents and homeowners need to know about insurance—in plain English.🏡 From funny client stories to real-life lessons, you’ll learn:What insurance coverage people often overlookWhy the right insurance partner can save a dealHow to explain coverage to confused clientsAnd what not to do when picking a policyPlus, some laughs about vacations, parenting, and real estate hustle life.#RealEstatePodcast #InsuranceTips #LegitRealEstate #LapointeInsurance #RealTalkRealEstate #RIrealtor #regolipropertysolutions #CTrealtor

Oh we found some funny Real Estate related Am I the Assholes! And we want to share!

Holly and TJ share some crazy real estate stories they found on Reddit

Ugh sometimes sellers really don't want to listen to our advice. What do you do when a seller wants to list they house higher than what you recommend?

Please don't mind Holly's audio on this episode. Her new camera audio turned out to be horrible.

Holly and TJ Talk to Kenny Tessitore from Loan Depot about some of the crazy stories he's come across in the lending world (including a morgue scandal). #thelegitrealestatepodcast #tjciolfirealtor #realestate #realestateinvesting #hollyregolirealtor

Here's Kenny's contact info if anyone wants to reach him:

Kenneth TessitoreNMLS# 2416591Loan Consultant (508) 850-4043 office(508) 733-0764 cell(508) 850-4043 fax Icon [email protected]://www.loanDepot.com/ktessitore Icon 1615 Pontiac Ave, Unit 3Cranston, Rhode Island 02920

TJ and Holy talk about some pretty devastating vermin including a weasel encounter that nearly eradicated Holly's flock of chickens.

Holly found some cool real estate stories online and wants to share them with you.

"House with eater view"..."Must see inside". Holly and TJ talk about the meanings behind real estate descriptions.