Chris Spade

"How much do you charge to sell a house? " It's the one question I get most frequently and I welcome the question. Why? Because if it's important to you, it's important to me. Let me be clear, commissions in the state of California are negotiable. They are not set in stone.... but are the discount brokers looking out for your best interest? Find out why that isn't so. Also, what you're agent you hire should be doing for you when it comes to open houses. Know anyone interested in selling a home, buying a home or investing in real estate? Give me a call at 619-818-2992. CA BRE #01785713 CA BRE #01295699 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-spade/support

We did it again! Just listed another condo. This time it's in the Uptown Condos in Hillcrest. Located at 3970 Richmond street. Take a listen to why this is one you want to see.. plus we talk about the housing market.. is it shifting and is now a good time to sell. All that and more on today's podcast. If you know anyone looking to sell a home, buy a home or invest in real estate, give me a call at 619-818-2992. CA BRE #01785713 CA BRE #01295699 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-spade/support

The San Diego City Council did the right thing. Find out what they did and how it will help homeowners and renters. Plus what you can do to get a copy of my new book. That and more on today's podcast. If you know anyone looking to sell a home, buy a home or invest in real estate give me a call 619-818-2992 CA BRE #01785713 CA BRE #01295699 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-spade/support

Are you house hunting? Do get a little excited when you walk into your potential "new home?" Well, you might want to curb your enthusiasm. Why? Well, a new study says some sellers are recording you and might be using what they say to your advantage. That's right! Take a listen to the staggering stats and what you should be doing. As always, if you know anyone looking to sell a home, buy a home or invest in real estate, give me a call at 619-818-2992 CA BRE #01785713 CA BRE #01295699 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-spade/support

What is going on with seller's testing the San Diego real estate market? This is not a good idea if you are thinking of selling your home. Why? Well, buyers are savvy and they are doing their homework. They know the values of homes in the neighborhoods they are looking in and they know how to choose motivated sellers. Also, a new San Diego Union Tribune article came out over the weekend asking if we were in a housing bubble... well, there's definitely something going on in the market. If it's not a bubble, it's definitely a significant correction. Take a listen to my thoughts. If you know anyone selling a home, buying a home or investing in real estate, give me a call at 619-818-2992. CA BRE #01785713 CA BRE #01295699 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-spade/support

That's right you read that correctly. The subprime mortgage is making a comeback. These are loans for borrowers with less than perfect credit and really no skin in the game. Take a listen on why I don't think this is the best idea and the new listing we just signed in Hillcrest -- be the first to know about it right here. Interested in selling a home, buying a home or investing in real estate? Call me at 619-818-2992 CA BRE #01785713 CA BRE #01295699 https://www.cnbc.com/2018/04/12/sub-prime-mortgages-morph-into-non-prime-loans-and-demand-soars.html --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-spade/support

So you've gotten through your real estate transaction and we are at closing day. I wish I could tell you there was more of a climax than there is--however, it's not. In today's podcast. We go over what you can expect and why moving on the day you close on your home is a bad idea. Looking to buy or sell a home? Call me at 619-818-2992 CA BRE #01785713 CA BRE #01295699 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-spade/support

There is so much that goes on in a real estate transaction. One thing you'll have to do for sure is the real estate inspection. This is such a critical part of your transaction if you're a buyer or seller. We talk about that and how to deal with a request for repairs. Take a listen. As always, if you're interested in selling a home, buying a home or investing in real estate, call me at 619-818-2992 CA BRE #01785713 CA BRE #01295699 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-spade/support

If you are involved in a real estate transaction and you are getting a loan, then you are without a doubt going to have an appraisal. In today's episode we go over what is an appraisal and the pitfalls that can take place with one. We also talk about how to overcome challenges with appraisals. Interested in selling a home, buying a home or investing in real estate? Give me a call at 619-818-2992 CA BRE #01785713 CA BRE #01295699 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-spade/support

Title Insurance? You're probably scratching your head trying to figure out what it is. Well, in a nutshell it helps to insure that the transfer of real property is taking place correctly and everyone who is suppose to be paid in the transaction is being paid. Find out why it's important and some examples of how it can really screw up a transaction. I practice in San Diego, CA so that means what you learn, applies to San Diego. If you're interested in selling a home, buying a home or investing in real estate, call me at 619-818-2992. CA BRE #01785713 CA BRE #01295699 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-spade/support

Today is Fun Friday and I'm not going to lie. I was racking my brain to see what could be fun and interesting to talk about and I got nothing. So, I tell you what's looking good on the caravan tour. Take a listen and if you're interested in going to see some property this weekend, hit me up. As always if you're looking to sell a home, buy a home or invest in real estate, give me a call at 619-818-2992 CA BRE #01785713 CA BRE #01295699 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-spade/support

Good Wednesday Morning to you my lovely friends. We have been spending this week talking about how to bulletproof your transactions and keeping your real estate deal together. Well, today we are continuing our series on that very topic. Today, we are talking about the inspections. Why it's important to have a physical inspection done prior to putting your home on the market and why as a buyer it's important to get a second one. Have questions about selling a home, buying a home or investing in real estate? Give me a call at 619-818-2992 CA BRE #01785713 CA BRE #01295699 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-spade/support

Hey Everyone! Happy Tuesday to you all. We are talking about bullet proofing your transactions this week and we're going to start with the mortgage pre approval. Why? Well, it's the first step to owning a home. You see we want you to have the approval before we start opening doors because we want to make sure you can afford the home. All too often people do the opposite, only to find out that they can't actually afford the home they want to buy. Take a listen and see what you can do and the 7 "Don'ts" when buying a home. If you have any questions about selling a home, buying a home or investing in real estate give me a call at 619-818-2992. CA BRE #01785713 CA BRE #01295699 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-spade/support

Today, we talk about something that really hit me when I was searching Facebook. What you ask? Well, I was in the garage sale section of Facebook--never know what you're going to find. When I was scrolling I came across some real estate ads. Rent to Own. In this episode I go into why this is such a scam and what you need to lookout for. Meantime, if you are interested in selling a home, buy a home or investing in real estate, give me a call at 619-818-2992. CA BRE #01785713 CA BRE #01295699 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-spade/support

Ok, it's fun Friday and you know what that means. Stories in real estate that are too good to be true. Today, we talk about Flying Cocks--they are a real thing believe it or not. Find out how these territorial birds can really mess with your life. If you're interested in selling a home, buying a home or investing in real estate, give me a call at 619-818-2992. CA BRE #01785713 CA BRE 301295699 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-spade/support

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A Rod and Jennifer Lopez teach inner city kids about real estate investing. Click here for the full article from CNBC --https://www.cnbc.com/2018/03/05/alex-rodriguez-jennifer-lopez-boost-inner-city-kids-real-estate-program.html Also, stay tuned for future podcasts, we talk about how to bulletproof a transaction so it doesn't fall apart. That's coming up this week. Questions about buying a home, selling a home or investing in real estate? Call me at 619-818-2992 CA BRE #01785713 CA BRE #01295699 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chris-spade/support

How long do I have to sign the listing contract for? Well, that depends on what you and your agent decide. However, it's set in stone. Some agents tell you that their broker "requires" a certain amount of time. That may be the case, however, if you want to shorten that time, you can. Take a listen to why the Easy Exit Listing is the best way to go when selling your home. Chris Spade is an entrepreneur a REALTOR at Keller Williams San Diego Metro. Chris is the president and CEO of Spade Home Made, Inc. a media company specializing in real estate. Chris has received numerous awards from his time at Keller Williams. Chris also serves as the President of the Greater San Diego Business Association. Follow my entrepreneurial journey here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxzCviyD-k4E_Ihyg7lqwPQ Follow Me Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechrisspade/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChrisSpadeRealEstate/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thechrisspade LinkedIn: http --- Support this podca

That's the first question most often asked by sellers and most often answered by agents? Will you cut your commission. Take a listen and find out why that might not be the best idea and why that question could cost you thousands. Chris Spade is an entrepreneur a REALTOR at Keller Williams San Diego Metro. Chris is the president and CEO of Spade Home Made, Inc. a media company specializing in real estate. Chris has received numerous awards from his time at Keller Williams. Chris also serves as the President of the Greater San Diego Business Association. Follow my entrepreneurial journey here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxzCviyD-k4E_Ihyg7lqwPQ Follow Me Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechrisspade/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChrisSpadeRealEstate/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thechrisspade LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thechrisspade/ Website: http://alwayssunnyinsd.com Chris Spade Keller Williams San Diego Metro CA BRE #01785713 CA BRE #0 --- Support this podca

You know there are things that happen in real estate that you are never taught in real estate school. Like.... oh... I don't know.... walking in on people naked. Yes, it's true. I walked in on a couple having some "snuggle" time. Take a listen to my adventure. If you know anyone looking to sell a home, buy a home or invest in real estate, give me a call, 619-818-2992 Chris Spade is an entrepreneur a REALTOR at Keller Williams San Diego Metro. Chris is the president and CEO of Spade Home Made, Inc. a media company specializing in real estate. Chris has received numerous awards from his time at Keller Williams. Chris also serves as the President of the Greater San Diego Business Association. Follow my entrepreneurial journey here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxzCviyD-k4E_Ihyg7lqwPQ Follow Me Online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechrisspade/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChrisSpadeRealEstate/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/thechrisspade LinkedIn: https:/ --- Support this podca