Not Your Typical Agent
213 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsJay Caracci is a licensed real estate broker in the State of Illinois. A graduate of DePaul University School of Commerce with a major in marketing, and a concentration in sales leadership. With over 12 years of professional experience, and an extensive sales, negotiating, and marketing background. Jay proudly represent buyers, sellers, and investors in the Chicagoland area, specializing in the North Shore, Northwest Suburbs, and City of Chicago. Jay has tremendous experience working with first time buyers, people relocating in/out of the Chicagoland area, luxury homes, and downsizing families.
Jay is a member of Mainstreet Organization of Realtors (MORE,) Illinois Association of Realtors (IAR,) and National Association of Realtors (NAR.) His license is currently being held with HomeSmart Connect LLC, with offices in Arlington Heights, Chicago, and Elgin. Jay’s business portfolio includes Made To Close Digital, North Shore Luxury Real Estate (NSLRE), Reach Millennials, Prime Homes Plus, and Expealty Inc.
Disclaimer: The information discussed in this podcast shall not be intended or implied by listener as representation on specific real estate, financial, or legal matters. Each and every real estate matter is unique and you should seek advice from a professional. Content is for entertainment purposes only and the opinions shared should not be intended as representation. Jay Caracci holds an active Real Estate Broker License in the State of Illinois.
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Episodes
Update on The Chicago Bears Move to Arlington Heights
March 06, 2023 20:18 - 17 minutes - 27.3 MBJay updates his listeners on the Bears closing on the Arlington Park Race Track and some things he anticipates comes along with the move.
A Look Back and Forward To The Market
February 07, 2023 19:45 - 21 minutes - 33.3 MBJay shares some of his experience and the experiences of his clients from the last 18 months and gives his ideas on where the market is headed.
Is The News Telling The Truth About Real Estate?
October 26, 2022 19:02 - 22 minutes - 35.1 MBJay shares his thoughts on how the media may be overblowing the demise of the Housing Market by reviewing the most recent MRED Market Reports.
What Is The Fed Doing?
September 29, 2022 19:46 - 14 minutes - 21.7 MBJay talks current mortgage rate and how that will impact Home Buyers and Sellers in both the short and longterm.
Where Are We Headed Now?
August 24, 2022 20:28 - 9 minutes - 14.7 MBJay talks about the state of the housing market and explains why now may be a good time to reenter the world of real estate.
Tips For Your Next Open House
July 13, 2022 12:00 - 14 minutes - 22.1 MBJay shares tips to help make your next open house a success.
Arlington Heights Market Update
June 29, 2022 10:00 - 12 minutes - 18.8 MBJay review market statistics from May and explains where things are headed.
Simple DIY Home Tip To Save You Thousands
June 15, 2022 11:00 - 7 minutes - 11.2 MBJay shares a simple tip to help home owners to help prevent major issues to your home.
Boots on The Ground: Market Update
June 08, 2022 16:45 - 11 minutes - 17.6 MBJay review April 2022 Statistics and shares what he is seeing in market.
The Very First Thing You Need To Do Before Shopping For A Home
June 01, 2022 13:00 - 10 minutes - 15.7 MBJay shares the very first thing a buyer should do before beginning the process to purchase a home.
Best Way To Handle The Same Day Closing
May 26, 2022 18:50 - 14 minutes - 22.2 MBJay shares tips on how Sellers can best handle the same day or double closing, and help facilitate a smooth move.
When Are Home Prices Going To Fall?
April 15, 2022 14:35 - 9 minutes - 14.3 MBWith interest rates on the rise, I've been fielding a ton of questions on when we should start to see home prices fall. Looking at housing numbers, projections, and from my experience in market, I don’t believe they will come down for a while. That being said they may begin to stabilize as the year progresses. For perspective, our local markets on average has been hovering around 1.5 months of inventory. That number was around 5 months at the end 2019. 6 months is a balanced market. Low inv...
Caracci Strong
April 06, 2022 05:00 - 22 minutes - 34.2 MBJay shares some personal news regarding the last 2 years
End in Sight For Inventory Crisis?
March 24, 2022 20:11 - 12 minutes - 18.5 MBJay explores an Inman article discussing when experts expect a return to normalcy in the housing market.
How to Make an Outdated Home More Appealing in Todays' Market
October 14, 2021 19:39 - 13 minutes - 20.8 MBJay shares a new service that can transform an outdated home for a fraction of the cost, while delivering a better experience for home sellers.
The Impact of The Bears Move To Arlington Heights
October 01, 2021 19:19 - 16 minutes - 25.5 MBJay shares his opinion and discusses some of the pros and cons of what the Chicago Bears move could mean to Arlington Heights.
5 Tips To Making Your Best Offer
September 29, 2021 11:00 - 14 minutes - 22.3 MBJay shares 5 tips to making your best offer.
Market Update
September 22, 2021 11:00 - 9 minutes - 15.2 MBJay shares trends he is seeing from sellers and buyers and where he believes the fall market will end up.
2021 Arlington Amateur Recap
September 16, 2021 16:49 - 12 minutes - 19.7 MBJay gives a recap on last weekends Arlington Amateur and how he fared in his second tournament.
What's Going On With Interest Rates?
July 28, 2021 15:41 - 10 minutes - 15.6 MBJay explains where interest rates are currently at and how you can take advantage of this if you are a home owner or a potential home owner.
How to Create an Effective Property Desciption
July 21, 2021 10:00 - 10 minutes - 17 MBJay shares some types and tricks on how to create great listing copy.
What To Expect During Your Home Inspection
June 30, 2021 11:00 - 15 minutes - 23.2 MBJay talks about what you should be prepared for during your next home inspection and gives some simple tips on how to maximize the time spent in the home.
Should I Buy Now ?
June 23, 2021 11:00 - 10 minutes - 16.7 MBJay shares numbers from Freddie Mac and NAR that illustrate where the market is headed and what it will cost buyers to wait.
3 Things to Focus on When Selling Your Home
June 16, 2021 11:00 - 11 minutes - 18.6 MBThinking about selling your home? Jay shares some helpful tips on how to maximize your return.
What is Appraisal Gap Coverage?
June 08, 2021 16:35 - 16 minutes - 25.8 MBJay explains what appraisal gap coverage is and how it may come into play if you are bidding over ask in todays real estate market.
Home Prices Growing Fastest Rate Since 2006
April 07, 2021 11:00 - 12 minutes - 18.1 MBJay reviews a report from Core Logic that talks about where home prices currently are and where they might be headed into 2022
Don't Let Your Regrets Handicap Your Future
March 25, 2021 04:59 - 14 minutes - 22.2 MBJay talks about some investing misses this past year and how he plans to learn and grow from those mistakes.
Work From Home Emerging Design Choices
March 17, 2021 05:00 - 12 minutes - 18.5 MBJay talks about the new work from home environment and shares some emerging trends in interior design.
Are New Listing Strategies Fueling Demand?
March 13, 2021 14:57 - 11 minutes - 17.3 MBJay is noticing a trend from sellers this year. Are these strategies creating artificial demand? or Are Buyers just yearning for homes to buy? We discuss on todays episode.
The Competitive Landscape
February 27, 2021 17:05 - 13 minutes - 20.6 MBJay shares some tips on how to stay relevant in a competitive market and how to make sure your offer is the winning one.
Easy Things To Do Before You List
January 20, 2021 13:59 - 11 minutes - 16.8 MBJay shares 13 easy tips every seller should do to prepare their home for sale.
Let's Go Buffalo
January 14, 2021 22:10 - 11 minutes - 17.8 MBJay talks about growing up a Bills fan and why all he can think about for this Saturday is the Buffalo Bills.
My Favorite Golf Courses
December 09, 2020 06:00 - 19 minutes - 30.6 MBJay shares some of his favorite golf courses he plays regularly or has played in the past.
Home Prices See Greatest Gain in Over 6 Years
December 02, 2020 06:00 - 8 minutes - 12.7 MBJay reviews economic data pointing to the Housing Market and reviews where things might be headed in 2021
Is It Safe to Sell Right Now?
November 18, 2020 06:00 - 9 minutes - 14.2 MBIn todays uncertain climate many sellers are delaying listing their home for sale. Jay discusses how many agents are adapting to help sellers get a deal done.
Should I Renovate My House Before I Sell It?
November 10, 2020 21:33 - 8 minutes - 12.7 MBWith so few houses available for sale today, you may be able to skip the bigger renovations before you sell and cash in on the current demand for your house.
How Earnest Money is Changing
October 30, 2020 20:14 - 6 minutes - 9.44 MBJay talks about an exciting new tool his brokerage is using to make delivery of earnest money deposits easier for buyers.
Is Cash King?
October 16, 2020 20:01 - 16 minutes - 26.2 MBJay discusses how cash influences a home purchase or sale.
The Politics of Selling
September 29, 2020 20:27 - 10 minutes - 15.7 MBJay shares his ideas on politics and how the politicians should go positive to sell themselves to Americans like myself.
The Arlington Amateur
September 23, 2020 05:00 - 17 minutes - 27.8 MBJay talks about his first individual golf event and how things went for him at the Arlington Amateur
7 Years In
September 18, 2020 07:17 - 23 minutes - 37 MBJay celebrates 7 years into his real estate career and shares some things he's learned along the way.
Easy Tips a Seller Can Do To Prepare For a Home Inspection
September 09, 2020 04:59 - 13 minutes - 22 MBYou are under contract! Congratulations! Now What? Jay shares 10 tips on how to make sure your inspection goes smoothly.
Should We Stay or Should We Go Now?
September 01, 2020 19:54 - 12 minutes - 19 MBHow are families adapting to work from home and home schooling?
The Bad HOA
July 06, 2020 17:12 - 9 minutes - 14.5 MBJay talks a recent experience with an HOA and how bogus rules and regulations killed a deal.
Adjusting to The Current Times
April 29, 2020 18:46 - 14 minutes - 21.8 MBJay talks about some creative ways agents are getting their listings in front of clients and how the current pandemic is sparking interest in home ownership
Staying Busy at Home
April 24, 2020 20:04 - 8 minutes - 13 MBJay talks about how he is staying busy while at home during this pandemic.
Why is Real Estate Considered Essential?
April 02, 2020 17:55 - 9 minutes - 16.2 MBJay talks about some of the reasons why real estate is considered "essential" during a pandemic.
Shifting Priorities
March 24, 2020 18:19 - 10 minutes - 16.9 MBJay gives a real estate update on how the market is reacting to the current shelter in place order.
What Now?
March 16, 2020 13:49 - 14 minutes - 23.5 MBJay talks about what the fed reducing rates to Zero really means to your mortgage and how to navigate the real estate market during these current times.