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5 Ways We Can Help You (Even If You’re Not Moving)
March 27, 2024 00:00 VideoLearn five different services that offer you whether or not you’re moving. Most people think that a real estate agent only facilitates buying and selling homes. But my team and I can give you more than that. We offer a range of services designed to be a valuable resource for homeowners, even if they aren’t currently planning to move. Feel free to watch the whole video to know the full range of services that we offer, or you can also use the timestamps below to skip to the service that you...
Spring Housing Market Update: What Buyers and Sellers Need To Know
March 14, 2024 00:00 VideoHere’s what buyers and sellers need to know about our housing market. What’s going on in the spring real estate market? Let’s delve into two key factors dominating the conversation: interest rates and inventory. Interest rates are currently hovering in the mid-to-high 6% range. That’s definitely higher than they were during the market peak a few years ago, but they have softened within the last few months. While affordability may not be as favorable as it was a couple of years ago, it ha...
Why Waiting To Buy a Home Doesn’t Pay
February 26, 2024 07:00 VideoHere’s what you need to know about waiting to purchase a home. One of my mentors once shared a valuable insight: if you search for a reason not to buy a home, you’ll surely find one. I’ve gathered some notes that I’d like to share with you. Many would-be buyers often express regret and wish they had purchased a home in previous years—whether it was in 2020 due to the pandemic, in 2021 amid fierce competition, or in later years due to fluctuating market conditions. In 2024, some are still...
The Early Seller's Guide to Real Estate Success
February 26, 2024 07:00 VideoEarly planning can transform your home sale into a lucrative deal. Today’s message is dedicated to sellers contemplating entering the housing market in the next one to two years, or even further out. The essence of selling a home isn’t merely in deciding to sell; it’s about preparing to present the best product to the market. This preparation, which involves both time and financial investment, is crucial for fetching the highest and best price for your property. Why discuss selling strate...
Get Your House Ready for the Market in 3 Easy Steps
February 12, 2024 07:00 VideoSelling your home can be a significant undertaking, but with careful preparation, you can enhance its appeal and increase the likelihood of a successful sale. Whether you’re a first-time seller or have experience in the real estate market, taking specific steps to prepare your home is crucial. Today, we’ll explore three key points to help you get your home ready for the market. 1. Enhance curb appeal. When potential buyers arrive at your property, the first thing they notice is the exterior....
Timing Is Everything: Your Guide To Real Estate Success
January 22, 2024 11:00 VideoDiscover the optimal timing for buying or selling your home. When is the home-buying sweet spot? Today, I’ll share what you need to consider when deciding when to make your move in the market. Real estate decisions, as I often emphasize, are driven by math. If the financials align and motivation is high, it might be an excellent time to buy. Recently, we’ve seen fluctuations in interest rates, but the good news is that they have come down into the mid-sixes. With creative loan programs, ...
Maximize Your Home's Value: The Benefits of Timely Preparation
January 04, 2024 00:00 VideoEarly home preparation is the key to selling your property for top dollar. Are you planning to sell your home in the upcoming spring market? If so, there’s a crucial factor to consider: preparation. Many sellers delay until February or March to list their homes, but there’s a better strategy. Today, we’ll explain why early preparation can significantly impact your home’s profitability. Waiting until the last minute might seem like a reasonable plan, but it often backfires. Most homes aren...
Don't Miss Out: How Interest Rate Fluctuations Impact Your Home Purchase
January 04, 2024 00:00 VideoUnderstanding interest rates can save you thousands on your future home. Are you one of the prospective homebuyers contemplating the idea of purchasing a new home? It’s common to feel a sense of confusion, fear, and uncertainty when it comes to monthly payments, especially with fluctuating interest rates. Today, I want to address this concern because I’ve spoken to many buyers who believe it’s not the right time to buy due to high rates. As a real estate professional dedicated to helping ...
The Daily Gratitude Practice That Can Transform Your Life This Holiday Season
December 14, 2023 00:00 VideoThis holiday season, give yourself the gift of a gratitude mindset. I don’t think we talk about gratitude enough, and I believe incorporating it into our daily lives can make a significant impact. One aspect of my routine that not many people are aware of is my commitment to accountability partners. Every day, I share with them my top ten things that I’m grateful for. The key here is to keep the list dynamic, changing it daily. Why? Because I’ve discovered that the more actively I search ...
Your December Housing Market Update
December 07, 2023 00:00 VideoHere’s what buyers and sellers need to know about our housing market. Today, I want to address a big issue—the recent surge in interest rates. Rates have climbed to around 7%, which is much higher than the 3% or 4% we saw last year. This shift has made buying homes less affordable, but people still find a way. There are a few unique strategies being used to maximize buyers’ purchasing power. The first sign is the dwindling home inventory, reaching a nearly unprecedented low. It’s like s...
Adapting To Rising Rates: Smart Moves for Prospective Buyers
November 30, 2023 00:00 VideoInnovative approaches for home buying in today’s high-interest era. In the current real estate market, buyers are facing the challenge of higher interest rates, with figures around 7% being daunting for many. It’s understandable to feel overwhelmed when considering the impact of these rates on monthly payments. However, despite these conditions, buyers are still actively purchasing homes. Let’s explore three effective strategies our buyers are using to create affordability in this challeng...
The Real Cost of Overpricing Your Home in the Current Market
November 30, 2023 00:00 VideoHere are some effective home pricing strategies for a successful sale. If you’re considering selling your home, understanding the current real estate market dynamics is crucial, especially when it comes to setting your listing price. The strategy you choose can significantly impact how quickly you sell your home and at what price. Let’s break down the data and see what it tells us about the best pricing strategies in today’s market. There are three distinct types of sellers based on their...
Daily Gratitude: A Simple Practice for a More Fulfilling Life
November 16, 2023 00:00 VideoHere are the top five things that I am grateful for this Thanksgiving. With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the power of gratitude. While it’s easy to be thankful during the holiday season, I believe that fostering a grateful mindset every day can bring immense joy and positivity into our lives. We are, after all, blessed in more ways than we realize. As part of my daily routine, I share 10 things I’m grateful for with accountability partners in my...
How Long Is It Taking for Homes To Sell in Orange County?
November 02, 2023 00:00 VideoDiscover the average days on market for different price ranges. In today’s real estate market, timing can be everything. Whether you’re a buyer or seller, understanding how long it takes for homes to sell based on their price point can provide valuable insights. Today, we’ll break down the average days on market for different price ranges, helping you make informed decisions. Days on Market Breakdown: Homes under $1,000,000: Approximately 35 days on the market. Homes from $1,000...
Days On Market: What It Means and Why It Matters
November 02, 2023 00:00 VideoLearn more about the impact of market time on property pricing. The real estate landscape is evolving, and market dynamics are shifting. Today, we’ll dive into the expected market time year over year and explore its impact on property pricing. To provide some context, in 2021, homes typically spent an average of 20 days on the market for the majority of the year. At the start of 2023, market conditions underwent a significant change, with average market time frames stretching to around 85...
5 Solid Reasons the Real Estate Market Won’t Crash
October 12, 2023 00:00 VideoHere are five reasons why the market isn’t heading for a crash. Is the housing market crashing? While concerns about the stability of the housing market often arise, there are compelling reasons to believe that we may be in a more resilient position. Today, I’ll break down five key factors that indicate a more robust real estate landscape: 1. Distressed property inventory is currently low. There are only four foreclosures and two short sales in Orange County, making up just 0.3% of the ...
Amazing: It’s Like a Real Estate Time Machine
February 20, 2023 00:00 VideoThe market has shifted yet again, and it’s looking a lot like last year. Did we just step into a real estate time machine? The market is extremely dynamic—it’s constantly shifting and changing. We had an extremely aggressive market in January 2022; then, everything hit the brakes as we saw interest rates shoot up and we entered the holiday season. Roughly three weeks ago, however, we began to notice another market shift. We’re starting to see multiple offers again because inventory is st...
Fantastic Opportunities Are Waiting for Sellers
February 06, 2023 00:00 VideoThese are the three reasons why you shouldn’t wait to sell your home. If you’re thinking of selling but are under the impression that it’s not the right time, here are a few things you should consider: 1. Buyers are out in full force. The spring season is upon us. Historically, February, March, and April are very active buying seasons, and we’re seeing that this year. 2. Rates are settling around 5%. Also, lenders have a few things up their sleeves, so we’re starting to see buyers becom...
How To Know the Right Time To Buy
February 06, 2023 00:00 VideoConsider these factors when deciding the timing of your home purchase. Home prices and interest rates don’t matter. If you want to buy a home, my advice to you is to stop trying to time the market. To prove my point, let me share these two different scenarios. If you wait and the market becomes less affordable over time, that would be a missed opportunity for you. On the flip side, if the market becomes more affordable, all the other buyers waiting on the sidelines like you, will jump int...
What You Need To Know About 2023’s Housing Market
January 24, 2023 00:00 VideoHere’s what you need to know about the future of 2023’s housing market. What’s our housing market looking like in 2023? There are a lot of moving parts in our housing market, so today I’ll break everything down and explain what it means for buyers and sellers. First, let’s talk about interest rates. They have been a hot topic lately, and are hovering right around the low 6% range, which is great news. We are experiencing the lowest interest rates that we’ve seen since last September, an...
The 5 Big Reasons You Should Hire Us
January 09, 2023 00:00 VideoThese are the top five reasons why you should hire the Robert Mack Group. Today I’m here with the top five reasons why you should consider the Robert Mack Group if you’re looking for a great real estate agent and team to help you buy: 1. Market knowledge. The real estate market is extremely dynamic, and it can change on a weekly or monthly basis. If you’re not working with a real estate agent and a team that is constantly staying ahead of the curve with what’s going on in the market, you...
5 Big Truths About Selling In this Scary Market
January 09, 2023 00:00 VideoThis market may be scary, but these five truths will prepare you to succeed. Today I’m here to talk to you guys about five truths you need to know before you get ready to list your home: 1. Home preparation is key. This is one of the most important things to consider when you go to list your property. Buyers buy based on emotion. If you’re selling a home that’s empty, cluttered, or disorganized, you’re not going to get top dollar. In a market where buyers are hypercritical about the produ...
Connect With an Agent Sooner Rather Than Later
December 19, 2022 00:00 VideoConnecting with an agent early will make your transaction much smoother. Today I want to talk to all the motivated buyers and sellers about talking to a real estate agent, even before you’re ready to actually buy or sell. You should get connected to a real estate agent sooner rather than later. Why? Having time on your side gives you the ability to strategize. I recently visited my friend, and he told me that he will buy in the next six to 12 months. The first thing I said was, “Have you ...
3 Reasons To Buy During the Holidays
December 05, 2022 00:00 VideoThere are many reasons for buyers to take advantage of the holiday season. Does it make sense to buy during this festive time of year? The weather might be cool, but you can still find a hot deal. Here are three reasons why you can get a deal during the holidays: 1. Motivated sellers. The narrative right now is that it’s not a good time to sell. Many homeowners aren’t putting their homes on the market, so if someone is on the market right now, there is probably a real motivation for them ...
3 Reasons To Sell During the Holidays
December 05, 2022 00:00 VideoThere are many benefits for sellers who list during the holiday season. Sellers, should you list your home during the holiday season? Many homeowners think that it’s a bad time to list, but it’s quite the opposite. Here are three reasons why it might be a great time to sell your home during the holiday season: 1. Less competition. The narrative says it’s not a good time to sell during the holidays, so many sellers are taking their homes off the market or waiting until the new year to put...
What Our Changing Housing Market Means for You
November 23, 2022 00:00 VideoHere’s what you need to know about our changing housing market. As you probably know by now, our housing market has been changing dramatically over the last couple of months. For a while, home sales were decreasing, inventory was rising, and interest rates just kept going up. Now that we’re in the middle of November, things have settled down a little bit. Where is our housing market at now, and what does it mean for you? You can listen to my full answer in the video above or skip to each...
It’s Better To Get Rejected Than Always Wonder
November 08, 2022 00:00 VideoDon’t write off buying due to the market—give it the old college try. In high school, I had a great friend named Steve who always had a date to every dance. I asked him, “How is it that you always have a date to go somewhere?” He told me, “I’m not afraid to ask. I’d rather get rejected than always wonder if she would have said yes.” That advice has stuck with me since 1993. That’s the message I want to convey to all the buyers out there today. Right now, the narrative is that it’s not a g...
Do You Have the Motivation for Selling?
November 08, 2022 00:00 VideoIf you have proper motivation and a great agent, you can still profit. Today I want to talk to all the homeowners that are thinking about selling but don’t necessarily have a compelling motivation driving the sale of their property. For the last couple of years, if you listed your home—whether you spent time preparing it for the market or you didn’t—the property was going to sell. The more time you spent on home preparation, the more you could sell it for. However, the bottom line is that...
How Market Changes Affect Buyers and Sellers
October 21, 2022 00:00 VideoHow the housing market changes affect both buyers and sellers. Are you wondering about the condition of the housing market? If you’re going to analyze the state of the market, you should look at three things: inventory, interest rates, and days on market. Inventory has changed a lot throughout this year. In January, we had just over 1,000 homes available for sale. At the peak of this year, which was August, there were 4,000! That is a big jump. Currently, there are 3,650 homes available...
4 Tips Every Homebuyer Needs To Know
October 06, 2022 00:00 VideoYou need to follow these four tips if now is the right time to buy. It’s not always a great time to buy for everyone, but if it’s the right time for you, here are four ways to set yourself up for success: 1. Figure out your motivation. Do you have a need to buy? You might be moving up or moving down. You could be an empty nester or facing a job relocation. Are you truly motivated? 2. Educate yourself. Do you know enough about becoming a successful buyer? You need to speak to a real estat...
How Staging Impacts Your Sale
October 06, 2022 00:00 VideoYou need to consider these three tips when preparing your home for sale. High emotions drive a high price when it comes to selling your home. What do you need to know about staging your home and getting it ready for the market? Here are three tips for staging your home to get the absolute top dollar from your buyer: 1. Space and purpose. Every home is unique—some rooms are bigger than others. The right staging will create purpose for every single room in the house. 2. Visualization. Did ...
The Current State of the Housing Market
September 27, 2022 07:00 VideoAlthough the housing market has shifted, opportunities still exist. Do you feel like the housing market has hit a wall? A lot of people do, and I understand why. However, things aren’t that simple. Today I’ll give you an overview of our market and where things are heading. Feel free to watch the full message or use these timestamps to browse specific topics at your leisure: 0:00 — Introducing today’s topic 0:45 — Mortgage rates this year 1:48 — Active inventory in Orange County 3:27 —...
Sellers: Get The Best Offer Possible
September 08, 2022 00:00 VideoThree tips to help you get the best offer possible and sell for more. Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you know that our housing market is slowing down. Gone are the days when you could list your home and receive 15 offers within a weekend. However, is that a bad thing? The reality is you’ll only accept one offer, so as long as it’s a good one, it doesn’t matter how many others you receive. Here are three things you can do to make sure you get the best offer possible: 1. Prep your ...
Buyers: You Don’t Have To Settle
September 08, 2022 00:00 VideoHere’s why buyers no longer need to settle in our current market. Listen buyers: You can’t have it all… or can you? Most buyers want a fantastic home, a reasonable price, and a low interest rate. Think about last year when our housing market was on fire. Prices were ridiculously high, and inventory was practically non-existent. The only thing that market had going for it was a crazy-low interest rate. Compare that market to our current one. There are a lot more options for you to choose ...
Is Google Predicting a Housing Market Crash?
August 25, 2022 00:00 VideoThese are the four key factors driving our local real estate market. Is Google predicting a housing market crash soon? When you type “Is the real estate market” in the search bar, Google automatically fills in the words “going to crash in 2022?” Is this a sign of the end times, or does it just mean there’s a lot of confusion in our current market? Here are four facts that might help reduce some confusion: 1. Buyers are distracted. Families are going on vacation and enjoying the summer, so...
How Mastro’s Strategy Can Get You Top Dollar
August 11, 2022 00:00 VideoWhy sellers should focus on presentation now that the market has shifted. If you’re a homeowner, should you adapt Wendy’s or Mastro’s strategy when selling your property? At Mastro’s, presentation is a priority. From the food preparation to service to plating, it’s all about creating the best possible experience for the customer. On the other hand, Wendy’s is mostly concerned about serving their customers in the fastest and easiest way. Which team are you on? Do you focus on the presentat...
Why Buyers Should Be Excited
August 11, 2022 00:00 VideoFive reasons why buyers should be excited about the state of the market. Are you trying to find a home but are on the fence about buying in this market? I am here to tell you to get excited! Great things are happening in the market that could help you. I understand what you’re going through. My wife and I are trying to buy a new home, and we feel all the emotions! That’s why I want to give you the best advice I can to ensure we are making the right decisions in this fluctuating market. ...
Know More About Your Home Than Your Buyer
May 16, 2022 16:26 VideoHere’s why sellers should do an inspection before heading to market. Are you looking to sell your home? If so, your buyer should never know more about your property than you. I can’t count the number of times a seller I’m working with thought their house was in perfect condition, only for the buyer to find a huge issue in the home inspection. How can you prevent this situation? The only way to make sure you don’t get caught off guard by the home inspection is to have an inspection of yo...
How To Avoid Bad Home Purchases
May 16, 2022 16:06 VideoHere’s how buyers can avoid money pits and purchase safely. Are you thinking of buying a home soon? If so, you need to make sure you aren’t walking into a money pit. Today I want to discuss how you can properly inspect a home and know what you’re getting yourself into. The truth is that a general inspection might not uncover every issue in a home. That’s why I always recommend these three different home inspections, depending on the type of property you’re buying: The general inspect...
Is The Market Starting To Crack?
May 02, 2022 15:18 VideoOur market is slowing down, and here are the stats that show us why. Is the market starting to crack? We are starting to see some pretty big changes in our market. Over the last few years, homes have been appreciating 20% to 30% year over year, which is pretty extreme. Buyers have been looking for any sort of relief, and I think we’re starting to see the market decelerate. We’re not seeing a crash or a drop; it’s just slowing down, and there are some key indicators that tell us about this ...
3 Tips To Sell Your Home for More
April 21, 2022 14:51 VideoHere’s how you can sell without emotion and receive top dollar. If you’re looking to sell your home, you know that it’s an emotional process. It’s difficult to look at things rationally and make the best decision by yourself, so today I want to talk about how you can sell your home like a pro with no emotion. The best thing you can do for your home sale is to treat your property like a product. I get it; you’ve lived in your home for years, and it isn’t just a building to you anymore. It...
Buyers Can’t Rely on Emotions in This Market
April 21, 2022 14:42 VideoHow homebuyers can lessen their emotions to get a great deal. Every real estate transaction is full of emotions; it’s inevitable. However, your feelings might be getting in the way of winning a great home. That’s why today I want to discuss how buyers can get serious and take the emotions out of the process. The world is dealing with a lot right now. There’s a war in Ukraine, the pandemic continues to hang around, and some experts are worried a recession is right around the corner. I und...
When Should You Take Action?
March 11, 2022 00:00 VideoIf you’re wondering when to take action, it’s time to explore your options. Is it time to take action? If you’re asking that question, it might be. Here’s what I mean. I’ve been getting personal real estate coaching for over 10 years from a company called the Tom Ferry organization. I wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for the guidance that Tom Ferry and his team provided me. About seven years ago, Tom and I were having lunch, and I asked him, “When can I tell it’s time to change coaches?” He...
Why You Shouldn’t Wait for Perfect
March 11, 2022 00:00 VideoWhy waiting for things to be perfect will hurt you in the long run. Think about something you’ve been wanting to do for a very long time. Are you blocked? I’ve been making videos for 10 years now, so I’ve gotten very comfortable with it. But when I started, I over-thought the process to no end. Do I have the right camera, does my hair look good, should I change my shirt? A lot of us wait for things to be perfect before we take action. However, it won’t be perfect most of the time, so man...
Orange County Market Update: February 2022
March 01, 2022 00:00 VideoHere’s the latest news from the Orange County housing market. Do we have an inventory problem here in Orange County? If you’ve been following the news, you’ve probably heard that the biggest challenge in real estate today is the lack of supply. “Inventory crisis” is a term that’s been thrown around a lot, but we’re not truly having one. Today I’ll explain in detail what’s actually happening. Feel free to watch the full video, or use these timestamps to browse specific topics at your leisu...
Overcoming Low Inventory in our Hot Market
February 15, 2022 00:00 VideoIf you’re looking to sell without going homeless, you have options. Are you afraid to sell your home because you don’t know where you’ll live afterward? You aren’t alone. This market is challenging in a lot of ways, but the biggest hurdle is our low inventory. This is great news when you sell your home, but it makes buying much more stressful. How can you overcome this challenge and take advantage of our fantastic market? Today I want to give you some options. You can watch my full expl...
How Buyers Can Get Serious in a Tough Market
February 15, 2022 00:00 VideoHere’s how buyers can get serious about winning a home in this market. Without a doubt, we’re in the middle of the most challenging market for buyers I’ve seen in my 16-year career. If you aren’t in it to win it, you’ll struggle to find a good home. How can you put in the effort to achieve your buying goals? First, let’s discuss the difference between easy things and difficult things. If you compare a half-mile walk to an Iron Man competition, it’s clear that the short walk is easier. I...
What We Provide Our Clients After the Sale
January 31, 2022 00:00 VideoHere are seven things we love to provide our clients after the sale. For most of our clients, we don’t just go away after we’ve helped them buy or sell a property. We strive to bring a lot to the table and be your real estate resource. Our business works by referral, so we continue to add value to the people who have supported us in the hope that you decide to support us again. Let’s go over the seven things we provide our clients after the sale so that you can take advantage of them if yo...
What Mortgage Lenders and Wedding Cakes Have in Common
January 18, 2022 00:00 VideoHere’s why interviewing multiple lenders is a great idea for homebuyers. Do you like cake? So do I. Today I want to talk about why lenders are just like cake. Let’s say you’re getting ready to get married and you’ve decided that the wedding cake has to be red velvet. You go to the cake shop, and the baker asks you to try the carrot cake and white chocolate cake before buying the red velvet cake. Would you try them? Of course you would. Cake is delicious, and you’re just exploring your opt...
The Dangers of Trusting Non-Experts in Real Estate
January 18, 2022 00:00 VideoHere’s why you should be wary of the real estate advice you get. In all the years I’ve been making videos, I think this is the first time I’m talking about the topic of getting real estate advice from friends and family. Look, I’m not saying that you should brush off the people you love and trust the most when it comes to buying or selling a home. However,I’ve seen many more friends and family members derail my clients’ dreams and goals compared to those that helped. Everyone thinks they’r...