The Max Folkers Podcast

More buyers are walking away from deals right before closing than they have in years, and if you're getting ready to sell, that's a nerve-wracking thing to hear. But here's what most sellers don't realize: it's usually not the house at all, and a lot of these cancellations are preventable long before you accept an offer. In this video, I break down the real reasons buyers back out this late, and how to tell early whether an offer will actually make it to closing. Watch the video before you list, so a last-minute cancellation never catches you off guard.

There could be a home for sale on your street right now that you will never see, not because it has already sold, but because it was never made public in the first place. In this video, I break down exactly how off-market listings work against you as a buyer, the three questions that protect you, and one MLS rule most people don't even know they're allowed to ask about. Watch my video before you start your search, so you're seeing the whole market instead of just a slice of it.

If the last time you bought or sold a home was more than a couple of years ago, the commission conversation no longer works the way you remember it. Back in 2024, a lawsuit settlement rewrote the rules, buyers panicked, sellers got excited, and then everybody stopped following the story. In this video, I break down what actually changed, what quietly didn't, and the one assumption that's costing San Diego sellers real money right now. Watch my video to see where you stand before you make your next move.

If you own a home near the water in Pacific Beach, Mission Beach, Bird Rock, or La Jolla Shores, two things are happening right now that could quietly change what your property is worth. FEMA recently updated its flood maps and moved large stretches of the San Diego coast from low or moderate risk into high risk, which affects insurance costs and what buyers are willing to offer. In this video, I break down what the new flood zones and rising sea levels actually mean for your home's value, and why the owners who understand the shift come out ahead of the ones who ignore it. Watch my video to see exactly where your property stands.

Happy 4th of July from Bay Park! If you don't have plans this Saturday morning, there's a great family event happening right in the neighborhood. Fire in the Hole is a cornhole tournament benefiting our own Fire Station 25, with food trucks, vendors, and lots of prizes. In this video, I’ll share all the details and how you can come play or just stop by to say hey. Watch my video and come celebrate with us.

What would it feel like to wake up at the top of one of Bay Park's most desirable streets, with Mission Bay, the ocean, and San Diego sunsets in front of you? Homes at this elevation, with views like these, don't come along often. In my latest video, I give you a first look at our new listing on Deerpark Drive, a hilltop property with the kind of flexibility that's hard to find in San Diego. Watch the full walkthrough, then come see it at our open house this weekend.

So you’ve found your dream home. But how do you sell without ending up with two mortgages, or worse, having nowhere to go? Today, I’m sharing five strategies that can help you buy your next home before selling your current one. You’ll learn about options like bridge loans, rent-back agreements, and buy-before-you-sell programs. Check out my full video to see which strategy might work best for you.

I recently worked with two buyers at the same time, one focused on a coastal neighborhood and the other looking at downtown condos. Same city, same timeline, completely different experiences. In this video, I walk you through what happened side by side and why your specific neighborhood matters more than any countywide headline. Watch my video to see which San Diego market you're really in.

A new proposal in San Diego could cost some homeowners thousands each year, and most people aren’t paying attention yet. If you own a second home or have considered buying one, this is something you need to understand. In this video, I’ll break down what the proposal actually means and who it could impact. The city is looking at a tax on homes that sit vacant for more than six months, which could reach up to $10,000 annually. Click the link below to see how this could affect your property decisions.

Are real estate market reports leaving you with more questions than answers? Many people look at home prices alone and miss what inventory, days on market, and broader trends are really saying about the market. Today, I’ll break down the numbers in a real estate market report so you can understand how they work together and what they actually mean. You’ll see why one number never tells the full story and how the right data can give you a clearer view of market conditions. Get the full breakdown in my latest video.