Agent On Duty
37 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago - ★★★★ - 4 ratingsThe Agent on Duty reveals inside information about the real estate industry including finding the best agent, learning negotiating strategies, untangling complex transactions, and avoiding pitfalls so that you can successfully complete the sale and purchase of any property. Discover the world of real estate behind the scenes and be ready to see the housing market from a totally new perspective so that you can confidently engage in any real estate deal as a buyer, seller, or agent. John Marion is the Agent On Duty. Since 2000 he has been involved in real estate and progressed through the industry as a landlord, investor, licensed agent and associate broker. Known as “The Agent Who Buys Houses," John is business partners with Sandra Watkins who was his agent when he moved with his family to the Atlanta market in 2010. John and Sandra lead and train a team of agents with their company, Innovative Properties Group in Canton, GA.https://www.innovativeproperties.com
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How Inflation Affects the Housing Market
September 04, 2023 16:00 - 4 minutes - 2.86 MB#033 - How Inflation Affects the Housing Market Have you ever wondered how inflation impacts the housing market? Believe it or not, they’re connected. Whenever there are changes to one, both are affected. Here’s a high-level overview of the connection between the two. In this episode John Marion talked about how inflation affects the housing market. Connect with John: Website: https://johnmarion.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/businessjohn/ John’s LinkTree Links: https://lin...
Mortgage Loans With Robin Wright
June 30, 2022 17:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MB#032 - Mortgage Loans With Robin Wright In this episode, John talks with mortgage lender Robin Wright. Robin is in Woodstock, GA and has been in the mortgage industry for over 20 years. To contact Robin call or text him or visit his website: Mobile - 404-456-2317 Website - https://lo.movement.com/robin-wright/home Robin gives a high-level overview of the mortgage industry as of the Summer 2022 and talks about how buyers can get approved for the purchase of a home. Movement Mortgage’s goa...
#031 - Home Sales Update For Agents - May 2022
June 16, 2022 21:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBThe show is about residential real estate and it’s for people who love real estate, who are curious about real estate, and who want to learn more. Here's how to contact John Marion: Website - https://www.innovativeproperties.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/businessjohn/ John Marion is the Agent on Duty who reveals inside information about the real estate industry including finding the best agent, learning negotiating strategies, untangling complex transactions, and avoiding p...
Home Sales Update For Agents - May 2022
June 16, 2022 21:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB#031 - Home Sales Update For Agents - May 2022 The show is about residential real estate and it’s for people who love real estate, who are curious about real estate, and who want to learn more. Here's how to contact John Marion: Website - https://www.innovativeproperties.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/businessjohn/ John Marion is the Agent on Duty who reveals inside information about the real estate industry including finding the best agent, learning negotiating strategies,...
Yannik Cudjoe-Virgil: This Business Is Really About Managing People
April 21, 2022 08:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MB#030 - This Business Is Really About Managing People In this episode, Yannik Cudjoe-Virgil speaks about his experience getting into real estate after coming from the NFL. After experiencing an injury, Yannik focused on the longterm by planning to retain his wealth. By the power of education, Yannik prepared himself to retire from the NFL and step into the world of real estate. Here's how to contact Yannik Cudjoe-Virgil: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yannikcudjoevirgil Email: y...
Yannik Cudjoe-Virgil: This Business Is Really About Managing People
April 21, 2022 08:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MB#030 - This Business Is Really About Managing People In this episode, Yannik Cudjoe-Virgil speaks about his experience getting into real estate after coming from the NFL. After experiencing an injury, Yannik focused on the longterm by planning to retain his wealth. By the power of education, Yannik prepared himself to retire from the NFL and step into the world of real estate. Here's how to contact Yannik Cudjoe-Virgil: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yannikcudjoevirgil Email: y...
Adrian Chuquillangui: The Big Lesson - How To Have More Control Over Your Investments in Commercial Multifamily Real Estate
April 14, 2022 08:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MB#029 - Adrian Chuquillangui: The Big Lesson - How To Have More Control Over Your Investments in Commercial Multifamily Real Estate In this episode, Adrian Chuquillangui speaks about his experience as he learns how to have more control over investments in Commercial Multifamily Real Estate. Adrian talks through his journey as he learns how to make the most of what he has right in front of him, and how his faith has moved him forward both personally and professionally. Here's how to contac...
Jeff Davis: Have A Vision
April 07, 2022 08:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MB#028 - Jeff Davis: Have A Vision In this episode, Jeff Davis explains his experience completing his first real estate transaction and the impact on his perspective with future investments. Jeff explains the importance of having a vision and knowing what your end goals look like with respect to maintaining an order of operations with clear communication. Here's how to contact Jeff Davis: Website - https://www.bridgestoneinvest.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-davis-34a98015...
Jeff Davis: Have A Vision
April 07, 2022 08:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MB#028 - Jeff Davis: Have A Vision In this episode, Jeff Davis explains his experience completing his first real estate transaction and the impact on his perspective with future investments. Jeff explains the importance of having a vision and knowing what your end goals look like with respect to maintaining an order of operations with clear communication. Here's how to contact Jeff Davis: Website - https://www.bridgestoneinvest.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-davis-34a98015...
Matt Picheny Backstage Guide to Real Estate
March 01, 2022 08:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MB#027 - Matt Picheny Backstage Guide to Real Estate In this episode, Matt shares his experiences of how he became a landlord and then started purposefully investing in real estate, including large multifamily apartment buildings. Here's how to contact Matt: Website - https://picheny.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/picheny/ Matt Picheny is a real estate investor, Tony award winner, and author of the #1 best-selling book Backstage Guide to Real Estate. He is focused on developin...
Adam Carswell: From Residential Real Estate Agent to Multifamily Syndication Fundraising
February 25, 2022 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB#026 - Adam Carswell got started in real estate working as an agent with RE/MAX. In this episode he tells the story of how he transitioned into raising money for commercial multifamily deals. "The world of commercial real estate investing gave me the freedom to do what I love." Connect with Adam: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ixcarswell/ Email [email protected] Raisemasters Website https://raisemasters.com/ Call in Your Real Estate Questions Ask any real estate related question...
Housing Economy, Inflation, Interest Rates with CPA Stewart Heath
February 16, 2022 18:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MB#025 - Housing Economy, Inflation, Interest Rates with CPA Stewart Heath Connect with Stewart Heath at: https://www.harvardgrace.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/stewartoheath/ Call in Your Real Estate Questions Ask any real estate related questions on my audio voice message hotline. Call 678-288-4181 and voice your question. I'll answer it on a future podcast episode. Subscribe to the Agent On Duty Podcast Please subscribe to this podcast. Access the Agent On Duty podcast blog sh...
Debt Buster Murray Beaulieu
January 14, 2022 13:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MB#024 - Debt Buster Murray Beaulieu describes his system for getting out of debt fast, including paying off your home mortgage. The best way to connect with Murray is to visit his LinkedIn page and send him a message: https://www.linkedin.com/in/murraybeaulieu/ Call in Your Real Estate Questions Ask any real estate related questions on my audio voice message hotline. Call 678-288-4181 and voice your question. I'll answer it on a future podcast episode. Subscribe to the Agent On Duty Po...
Debt Buster Murray Beaulieu
January 14, 2022 13:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MB#024 - Debt Buster Murray Beaulieu describes his system for getting out of debt fast, including paying off your home mortgage. The best way to connect with Murray is to visit his LinkedIn page and send him a message: https://www.linkedin.com/in/murraybeaulieu/ Call in Your Real Estate Questions Ask any real estate related questions on my audio voice message hotline. Call 678-288-4181 and voice your question. I'll answer it on a future podcast episode. Subscribe to the Agent On Duty Po...
Real Estate Investing With Micy Liu
January 06, 2022 16:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MB#023 - Real Estate Investing With Micy Liu Access the show notes here: https://innovativeproperties.com/real-estate-investing-with-micy-liu/ Micy Liu is the managing partner and trusted advisor at Life Mission Capital. They have 158 units in their portfolio and working to help more busy professionals take advantage of the real estate investments through syndications. Micy came to the United States as an exchange student and then got into real estate investing. She tells her story and sha...
Credit Hacking with Bethany Finch of American Made Home Solutions
December 02, 2021 23:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB#022 - Credit Hacking with Bethany Finch of American Made Home Solutions Bethany Finch talks about credit hacking and how you can benefit by understanding how credit works and how to use it to your advantage. Here is a link for Bethany’s American Made Home Solutions free download of 7 steps that you can do right now to improve your credit score: https://active.americanmadehomesolutions.com/credit-hacking To book a call with Bethany to discuss your credit hacking options click here: http...
Do Not Miss the Final Walk Thru - Dead Mouse in Kitchen Sink!
November 16, 2021 01:00 - 10 minutes - 7.44 MB#021 - Do Not Miss the Final Walk Thru - Dead Mouse in Kitchen Sink! Associate Broker John Marion talks about the importance for buyers to do a final walk thru prior to closing and why buyers need a full-time, experienced agent representing them. Missing the final walk thru is a huge mistake. Agents who do not perform the final walk thru do a dis-service to their client. Call in Your Real Estate Questions Ask any real estate related questions on my audio voice message hotline. Call 678-...
House Flipping - 5 Due Diligence Tasks for Single Family House Renovation Projects
September 29, 2021 18:00 - 7 minutes - 4.97 MB#020 - Are you ready to take on a house fix and flip project? Here are 5 important due diligence tasks for single family house renovation projects. Access the show notes including the scope of work template mentioned in this episode at: https://www.innovativeproperties.com/5-important-due-diligence-tasks-for-single-family-house-renovation-projects/ Call in Your Real Estate Questions Ask any real estate related questions on my audio voice message hotline. Call 678-288-4181 and voice your...
Mortgage Interest Rate vs Home Price
September 27, 2021 14:00 - 7 minutes - 5.22 MB#019 - Mortgage Interest Rate vs Home Price. Let's talk about how mortgage interest rates determine the monthly payment and how buying at a higher price may be better than buying at a lower price when interest rates increase in the future. In this example I compare purchasing a home for $300,000 @ 2.8% interest vs buying the same home for $265,000 @ 4% interest rate. Access the show notes and the graphic mentioned in this episode at: https://www.innovativeproperties.com/home-price-vs-mort...
5 Reasons This is an Abnormal Housing Market
September 24, 2021 00:00 - 25 minutes - 17.8 MB#018 - 5 Reasons This is an Abnormal Housing Market. Let's talk about how the current market is not a normal housing market as of the first half of 2021. https://www.innovativeproperties.com/5-reasons-this-is-an-abnormal-housing-market/ Call in Your Real Estate Questions Ask any real estate related questions on my audio voice message hotline. Call 678-288-4181 and voice your question. I'll answer it on a future podcast episode. Subscribe to the Agent On Duty Podcast Please subscribe t...
Are Home Sales Crashing? 2 Key Housing Statistics as of July 2021
August 05, 2021 16:00 - 9 minutes - 6.46 MB#017 - Let's talk about two specific statistics in the Atlanta, Georgia housing market in that are true across the country right now. Is the housing market crashing? I've been talking to real estate experts around the country and I'm getting a lot of comments and questions from people asking if the housing market is going to crash. In this podcast, 2 key housing stats are presented in context about what's happening in the market in 2021.
Radon Gas and Mold - Testing and Remediation
July 05, 2021 19:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB#016 - In this episode we are talking about radon gas and mold. How do you test for radon gas and mold? How do you remediate the presence of radon gas in your home? What about getting rid of mold? Check out the show notes and links mentioned in this episode here: https://www.innovativeproperties.com/radon-gas-and-mold-testing-and-remediation/ Call in Your Real Estate Questions Ask any real estate related questions on my audio voice message hotline. Call 678-288-4181 and voice your quest...
Should You Get Your Home Appraised Before You Sell?
March 28, 2021 01:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MB#015 - Let's talk about real estate appraisals! Should you hire an appraiser before you sell your home? What are the issues regarding home appraisals? In this episode John reveals some inside information about the data that is used by appraisers when a valuation is given on a property. https://www.innovativeproperties.com/should-you-get-your-home-appraised-before-you-sell/ Call in Your Real Estate Questions Ask any real estate related questions on my audio voice message hotline. Call 67...
My Best Advice for Finding a Home to Buy in 2021
March 04, 2021 02:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MB#014 - Homes have disappeared from the market. Nobody is selling demand is up. It’s a strong market, but most buyers can’t find a home to buy. This is episode 14 today. I’m going to give you my best advice for finding a home to buy in 2021, to access the show notes for today’s episode and access the links for more information, go to the show notes at: https://www.innovativeproperties.com/my-best-advice-for-finding-a-home-to-buy-in-2021/ Call in Your Real Estate Questions Ask any real es...
Historic Lumber Price Spike Feb 2021
February 14, 2021 01:00 - 13 minutes - 9.18 MB#013 - Lumber has spiked in price since Coronavirus started. Learn how it affects you and your encounters in the real estate industry, whether you are a buyer or a seller or a, just a homeowner trying to do home improvement projects. Or, if you’re in the market for a new home, with new home construction, it’s affecting home prices big time. Listen and learn more about how lumber is priced and the statistics historically, so that you can understand the context of what I’m talking about today...
Coronavirus Housing Crash Myth Destroyed!
February 04, 2021 22:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MB#012 - 2020 was not 2008 all over again. While there has been a lot of negative news last year, what actually happened in the housing market was not negative. Home prices appreciated, inventory dropped, and the equity that home owners have in their home increased significantly. This is in stark contrast to all the quick one-line zingers, memes, and incoherent comments that we often hear on social media that the sky was falling last year. To access the infographics and show notes mentioned ...
3 Frustrating Features Finding Homes Online
January 28, 2021 09:00 - 12 minutes - 8.32 MB#011 - Problem Solved! Learn the solutions for the top 3 frustrating features finding homes online with popular real estate websites. This episode contains some INSIDE INFO about agents you see on websites when you view properties online. To access the links mentioned in this episode go to: https://www.innovativeproperties.com/3-frustrating-features-finding-homes-online/ Subscribe to the Agent On Duty Podcast Please subscribe to this podcast. Access the Agent On Duty podcast blog show ...
4 Astounding Factors Affecting the Real Estate Market in Early 2021
January 14, 2021 09:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MB#010 - In this episode, John Marion talks about 4 astounding factors that are affecting the residential real estate market in early 2021: Low Mortgage Interest Rates Low Housing Inventory High Lumber Prices Fear of COVID-19 To access the links mentioned in this episode go to: https://www.innovativeproperties.com/4-astounding-factors-affecting-the-real-estate-market-in-early-2021/ Subscribe to the Agent On Duty Podcast Please subscribe to this podcast. Access the Agent On Duty podcast ...
The Introverted Successful Real Estate Agent
January 07, 2021 02:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB#009 - Today I’m asking, have you ever thought about becoming a real estate agent but your not sure if it’s for you because you don’t see yourself as a good sales person? Well todays podcast is for you! Check out the interview with Barry Karch who is a successful introverted real estate agent in El Paso, TX. Barry has a podcast called The Real Estate Unsalesperson and he demonstrates that anyone can be a successful real estate agent! To access the links and information mentioned in th...
Giving the Gift of Real Estate
December 27, 2020 02:00 - 8 minutes - 6.22 MB#008 - This episode was recorded during the Christmas holiday season and getting ready for the 2021 new year. This is a great time of the year to talk about gift giving. But what about giving real estate as a gift? How does that work? I’m going to tell you about 3 ways you can give the gift of real estate. Giving the gift of real estate obviously benefits the receiver of the gift. And you can also benefit greatly as the giver! To access the links mentioned in this episode go to: https:/...
Agent Rob Adams Nonprofit Thanksgiving's Heroes
December 17, 2020 09:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MB#007 - A few weeks ago on Episode 4 of the podcast, John Marion read the article about Rob Adams and his nonprofit, Thanksgiving's Heroes. In this episode, John talks to Rob who tells his story. Thanksgiving's Heroes Nonprofit Listen to Rob's story in this episode. The links mentioned in the podcast and Rob's contact information can be accessed on the episode blog post: https://www.innovativeproperties.com/agent-rob-adams-nonprofit-thanksgivings-heroes-episode-007 Subscribe to the Age...
What You Should Know About Home Inspections
December 10, 2020 09:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MB#006 - A home inspection is one of the most important things you can do as a buyer before you purchase a home. As mentioned in Episode 2, a home inspector is a critical part of your team during a real estate transaction. Learn about home inspections and why it's important for you when you purchase a home. Interview with home inspector John Battaglia of At Ease Inspections in Canton, GA. Access the full show notes, blog, and links mentioned on this episode: https://www.innovativepropertie...
Brokerage Relationships in Real Estate
December 03, 2020 10:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MB#005 - How to make sure that your agent is looking out for your best interests. This is a bit of a technical discussion about the types of real estate agency available. The conversation also reveals how you can make sure that you enter into the agency agreement with your real estate broker so that your best interests are at the center of the relationship. Understanding real estate brokerage relationships is important so that you can establish the best representation. Show notes and links...
Thanksgiving Real Estate Story 2020
November 26, 2020 19:00 - 9 minutes - 6.33 MB#004 - Today's edition of the Agent On Duty podcast is about a story in the Washington Post about real estate agent Rob Adams who gave away 2,500 meals for Thanksgiving this year. Rob has an inspiring story of how the nonprofit, Thanksgiving's Heroes, started. He talks about how his family was homeless when he was growing up and now that he's a successful real estate agent, he started a non-profit which gives away Thanksgiving meals every year. You never know the positive impact you can ha...
Buyer Agent Commission Disclosure NAR DOJ Case and Settlement
November 22, 2020 23:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MB#003 - On November 19, 2020 the National Association of REALTORS and the United States Department of Justice announced an antitrust case filed and simultaneous settlement of the case. The DOJ issued a press release: Justice Department Files Antitrust Case and Simultaneous Settlement Requiring National Association of Realtors® To Repeal and Modify Certain Anticompetitive Rules Settlement Will Increase Competition to the Benefit of American Homeowners and Homebuyers and Allow for Innovation...
Real Estate is a Team Sport
November 15, 2020 03:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MB#002 - This is a foundational truth to understand about real estate transactions. A team is required to successfully complete any transaction. This episode is packed with information about the role of each of these people involved in a real estate transaction: Seller & Buyer Real Estate Broker Photographer / Videographer Mortgage Lender or Mortgage Broker Home Inspector General Contractor Specialty Trades and Inspectors Appraiser Insurance Agent Real Estate Attorney / Escrow Company / Titl...
Agent On Duty Intro Information
October 29, 2020 03:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MB#001 - This first episode is an introduction and overview of what is to come. John Marion is the Agent on Duty who reveals inside information about the real estate industry including finding the best agent, learning negotiating strategies, untangling complex transactions, and avoiding pitfalls so that you can successfully complete the sale and purchase of any property. Discover the world of real estate behind the scenes and be ready to see the housing market from a totally new perspectiv...