Hudson Valley Real Estate eXplained

A Hudson Valley Home Inspection - What you need to know

Hosts Michael Kahns and Robin Bermudez are joined by guest Tom Truss of Truss Home Inspections and they delve into the unique characteristics and challenges of Hudson Valley's real estate, particularly the inspection and care of older homes, offering vital insights for prospective buyers and homeowners in the region.

What is title and why you need it!

In this episode of Real Estate Xplained, title agent Yaritza Ruiz emphasizes the importance of title insurance in property transactions and the role of a title agent in ensuring clear ownership. She also highlights the value of proper communication, continuous education, and early team formation, illustrated by sharing a story about the serious financial consequences of overlooking title insurance.
 

REIT’s as an investment strategy - An interview with Kirk Allen

In the Real Estate Xplained episode, hosts Michael Kahns and Joseph Carino-Pace are joined by financial advisor Kirk and delve into Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), discussing their mutual fund-like nature, tax benefits, and the importance of thorough research. The duo also advocates for consulting financial advisors, emphasizing industry familiarity, and using comprehensive research as the bedrock of successful REIT investments.
 

Mortgage Brokers and how they differ from traditional lenders

On Real Estate Xplained, hosts and mortgage expert Kei Kulberg discuss brokerage benefits, buydown options, and niche products, stressing the importance of professional advice and debunking brokers' fees misconceptions.
 

The Home Buying Process

In this episode of Real Estate Explained, Joe Carino-Pace and Michael Kahns are joined by Anais O'Connor to discuss the home buying process, emphasizing the importance of finding a reliable Realtor and building a team of professionals, including lenders, attorneys, and home inspectors. The episode covers topics such as constructing offers correctly, negotiating for the best price, avoiding common mistakes, and staying in tune with the market while navigating the challenges of buying a home in today's market.
 

Navigating Property Assessments in New York: Insights from your local Tax Assessor - Kathy Martin

Join host Michael Kahns and Robin Bermudez of Team Banx in this episode of the Real Estate Xplained as they discuss property assessments and tax relief programs in New York with local official Kathy Martin (Tax assessor for the City of Beacon and town of East. fishkill) Gain insights into how property assessments are determined, how they affect your tax bill and explore the various relief programs available to homeowners, including STAR credits and exemptions, providing valuable knowledge to navigate the complexities of property taxes in New York State.
 

Is now the right time to buy a house? A Conversation with a Financial Advisor - Jesse Lunin-Pack

In this episode of Real Estate Explained, Michael Kahns and Joseph Carino-Pace are joined by Jesse Lunin-Pack to discuss whether now is a good time to buy a home. The episode emphasizes that buying a home is more than just an investment; it's about taking stock of your life and why you want to own a home, and stresses the importance of finding a trusted team of real estate salespeople, mortgage brokers, and closing attorneys to guide potential homeowners through the process. Additionally, the episode covers the benefits and risks of locking in a mortgage rate, the impact of interest rates, and the need for financial planning before making significant decisions.
 

What’s up with Pre-approvals

 In this episode of real estate explained we explore preapproval letter is with loan officers Scott McNally and Matthew Bannon. We driving to Seneca complicated and I can come up and why they're so important to get right at the beginning when you're starting to look for a home from the application to closing recover what you need to know about getting preapproved and why it's important.