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Real Estate Queens

84 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratings

Dive into the enigmatic world of "Real Estate Queens," your VIP pass to San Francisco Real Estate. Meet Marina Shiferman, the reigning real estate queen, a decade-strong top realtor, investor, and city dweller. Unveil the market's secrets, from buyer-seller psyche to buzzworthy terms, as Marina's podcast paints the vivid portrait of San Francisco's real estate realm. Get ready for an insider's scoop on all things property, served up with sparkle and sass.

Marina Shiferman
Realtor®
DRE# 01941065

Investing Business
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Marina District, Cow Hollow, Presidio And Pacific Heights in San Francisco

April 19, 2024 13:00 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MB

Lets talk about district 7, which is the Marina, Cow Hollow. Pacific and Presidio Heights. This district, these areas are super desirable, sought after, exclusive, and the priciest in all of San Francisco If you prefer reading this information visit the blog https://www.marinashiferman.com/san-francisco-real-estate-blog/marina-district-cow-hollow-presidio-and-pacific-heights-spotlight

Buyer, Seller, Agent responsibilities in San Francisco

April 05, 2024 13:00 - 19 minutes - 18.5 MB

Today we are continuing our discussion of the responsibilities of buyers, sellers, and agents involved in a transaction in San Francisco. I am talking about a real estate transaction in San Francisco.

The Lawsuit Explained

March 25, 2024 16:04 - 17 minutes - 16.6 MB

By now, you've probably heard whispers about the pending lawsuit between the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and a group of homesellers. This lawsuit is currently pending court approval. In today's episode, I'll be going deep into the essential topics of the lawsuit and breaking down its implications for you. From commission structures to the intricacies of how payments are made, we'll leave no stone unturned. This information has been gathered from discussions with colleagues, cons...

The Lawsuit explained

March 22, 2024 13:00 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MB

By now you might have heard of the pending lawsuit between the NAR (National Association of Realtors) and a group of homesellers. I am going to explain some essential topics of the lawsuit and the implications to you. This lawsuit is pending court approval. This information is what I have gathered with discussions with colleagues, my legal team, researching and reading online articles. A huge portion is commission and how it is paid.

Women & money, power, success + how the podcast was born

March 08, 2024 14:22 - 21 minutes - 20.3 MB

Happy international womens day! Today we are talking about the history of women and money, power, and success. We are talking about women CEOS, billionaires, millionaires, and women in real estate We are talking about history of women getting financing on their own and being homeowners. We are talking about how the real estate queens podcast was created

Unveiling Potrero Hill, Bernal Heights, SOMA And The Rest Of District 9 In San Francisco

February 23, 2024 14:05 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MB

San Francisco is divided into 10 districts.  Each district has multiple neighborhoods within its borders. During the rest of the year we will cover each district, we are starting with district 9 and all its neighborhoods primarily because I am preparing a listing to bring to market in Potrero Hill.  Reminder, this is a real estate podcast, not a political podcast so we are going to talk  specifically about the real estate in these districts. So d9 is made up of Bernal heights Inner mis...

Condo vs TIC (tenancy in common) in San Francisco

February 09, 2024 14:04 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MB

What are the differences between a condo and a tenancy in common (TIC) in San Francisco? There are 3 main differences that we discuss 1. Ownership 2. Financing 3. Tenant/landlord rights I am speaking about San Francisco exclusively

My real estate dream team in San Francisco

January 26, 2024 14:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MB

This is your VIP pass into San Francisco Real Estate and today we are talking about who is on my real estate team for my business and for a buyer and seller transaction. Who is involved, what do they do, and what stage do they come in. for more information visit https://www.marinashiferman.com/

Thinking of selling your home? Here are the steps.

January 12, 2024 17:58 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MB

Want to sell your home in San Francisco? Here are some steps to help you get started. Everything always starts with reflection Declutter and organize your finances. Get a good local realtor that knows the market Declutter your home and move out Preparing the home for sale. Repairs, painting, staging Preparing the disclosure package. Marketing period.  Offer period and negotiation period Escrow period to closing We also discuss the costs and closing costs associated with selling you...

8 steps to prepare yourself to buy a home in 2024

January 05, 2024 15:00 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MB

How to prepare for buying a home? Here are 8 steps to prepare yourself to buy a home in San Francisco.  Ready Set Go 1. Self Reflection What is your life like now? What do you want your life to look like? 2. Reflect on the home your going to live your life in 3. Reflect on realistic time line and use of the property. 4. Get a grip on your financial situation, get your financial ducks in a row -Getting the right mortgage from the right lender. 5. Get an amazing realtor. The righ...

Real Estate Queen Questions & Real Talk

November 17, 2023 14:14 - 29 minutes - 27.6 MB

Todays episode is a personal one. I get personal about how I am feeling right now. I also dive into why I started this podcast in the first place, to educate women on buying real estate. Today I answer 2 questions from women about protecting themselves when you buy real estate with a spouse and buying real estate as a single woman. I am speaking specifically about San Francisco Real Estate

Mindset of leveling up in Real Estate, personal, and business

November 10, 2023 14:18 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MB

How do we level up? What do we need to do to be where we want to be and go where we want to go? First you need to know the direction by doing alot of self reflection, creating action steps, doing those action steps and being consistent and reviewing then to keep yourself accountable. and dont stress

Benefits of owning property in an LLC

November 03, 2023 13:01 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MB

Today we are discussing the various benefits of owning property in an LLC. You might not have considered this before but it is a great tool for owning and protecting your real estate investment while gaining some tax benefits.

Chat w/ Nashville's luxury Realtor Alissa Razansky-Robinson

October 27, 2023 13:30 - 22 minutes - 21.2 MB

Today is a juicy episode, anytime you get 2 bad ass Realtors on the same pod its magic. Alissa Razansky-Robin is a Realtor in Nashville in the luxury space. We talk about the Nashville market, and the luxury space. https://alissarazanskyrobinson.com/ https://www.instagram.com/alissarazanskynashvillerealtor/

Selling the luxury experience

October 20, 2023 13:45 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MB

Today I am discussing the rules I have crafted over the years to provide the best luxury, white glove service to my clients. We will be talking about the 6 rules to selling luxury as I see it, and its not all about price point.

Interior Design and Renovations with Lesley Ray

October 13, 2023 12:48 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MB

Today we are joined by Lesley Ray, a San Francisco based interior designer with her own studio. After years or working on corporate office spaces (some very big names in the Bay Area) she started her own residential design studio in 2020. We are talking today about the process, the difference between a designer and a decorator, client work, trends and so much more. This is an important listen if you have a home, are looking to buy a home, and are interested in remodeling. Here is her inf...

Selling San Francisco. The time the buyers agent broke into the house

September 29, 2023 12:46 - 18 minutes - 17.2 MB

Today is a juicy story about a behind the scenes story of a very luxury sale a few months ago. I was representing the seller, a very big developer in San Francisco and we accepted an offer from an agent that is the subject of todays show. The escrow, though only 14 days, was so memorable that it needed its own episode. These are the stories of selling San Francisco that you don't hear

Buying San Francisco. Ep 2 Exploring Investment Property Ownership

September 15, 2023 12:09 - 14 minutes - 13.9 MB

Ever pondered the idea of investing in real estate? Curious about the realm of multi-unit property ownership and becoming a landlord in the bustling city of San Francisco? Join me in this episode as I dive into these intriguing topics and beyond. Whether you're considering the potential of owning an investment property or simply interested in understanding the associated tax benefits, I've got you covered. This insightful discussion aims to equip you with the knowledge needed to make an info...

Bonus Mini Episode: Unveiling Forecasts from SF's Leading Agents

September 08, 2023 12:03 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MB

In this episode, I'll be sharing forecasts and predictions straight from the minds of the top real estate agents right here in San Francisco. We're delving into the heart of the market, discussing the current real-time trends, and peering into the crystal ball to anticipate what next year might hold. Get ready for an engaging discussion that covers a wide spectrum of topics. From managing seller expectations to the nuances of buyer coaching, we'll navigate through the intricacies of the rea...

Selling San Francisco Ep 1. The sale of 1 Twin Peaks

September 01, 2023 12:15 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MB

Have you ever wondered what the real estate scene is truly like in San Francisco? In this episode, I dive deep into the intricacies of a recent property sale: 1 Twin Peaks Blvd. Inspired by the stark contrasts between reality and the glamour portrayed on shows like Selling Sunset, Selling San Francisco series aims to provide an authentic perspective on the real estate industry. Unlike the exaggerated drama often depicted, Real Estate Queens focuses on the genuine experiences and challenges a...

Revelations from My Italian Getaway & Juicy Future Reveals

August 18, 2023 12:58 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MB

In this podcast episode, Marina welcomes listeners after a delightful summer break, diving into her Italian vacation. This intimately personal episode captures Marina's profound travel insights, illuminating her transformative experiences and their impact on her life and professional journey. Amidst the recounting, Marina also unveils exciting glimpses of upcoming endeavors, infusing the episode with a sense of anticipation and intrigue.

Season finale!

May 05, 2023 15:06 - 12 minutes - 12 MB

Season finale time and fun episode.

Making your real estate experience fun and easy

April 21, 2023 12:45 - 12 minutes - 12 MB

Buying real estate does not have to be this over whelming and stressful thing. Today I am giving some super helpful tips on making you real estate experience fun and easy, reducing stress on you. Let me know if you enjoyed this episode and would love to hear from you

Why do people buy real estate?

April 07, 2023 12:45 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MB

Why do people run to buy real estate? You hear it all the time, you might feel an urge to buy but what are all the reasons people invest in real estate? Listen to todays episode to hear how people can use real estate and the reasons they invest in it. Would love to hear from you! follow me on insta if you dont already and say hi https://www.instagram.com/marinashiferman/ Disclaimer I am a real estate agent in San Francisco and focus only on San Francisco real estate.

How to get the highest price for your home

March 24, 2023 12:20 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MB

Today I discuss how to get the highest price possible for your home when you are selling. It all starts with seller expectations and education. Listen to the episode for more tips! Thinking of selling? Would love to hear from you get in touch I am a realtor in San Francisco and deal with the San Francisco Real Estate Market only. These tips are from my experience.

Steps to buying a house in San Francisco

March 10, 2023 14:00 - 15 minutes - 14.7 MB

This week we are discussing the steps to buying a home in San Francisco This episode is especially helpful for all of the first time buyers out there I also discuss whats going on in the market and take it back to 2013! I am a real estate agent in San Francisco and discuss the market here.

What should you list your house for?

March 03, 2023 13:45 - 8 minutes - 7.83 MB

This week we talk about determining the list price of your home. Let me preface this by saying as the seller you are not the one deciding on this or doing the research. Your Realtor has taken this upon herself to educate and guide you and you are listening to her recommendations. There is a big difference between the list price and the sales price of a home. This episode is full of gold. I am a realtor in San Francisco, I deal with buyers and sellers in San Francisco and discuss the marke...

Thinking of selling your house? Here are the steps

February 17, 2023 13:53 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MB

This week we talk about the steps of selling your house. With everything there are steps and strategies for success, selling your home is no different. Of course I am a Realtor in San Francisco so I am speaking to buyers and sellers in San Francisco but anyone can use this information. To sign up for my monthly newsletter click here To visit my website click here To start a conversation click here

Landlord Tenant Rights in San Francisco with Laura Campbell

February 03, 2023 14:03 - 33 minutes - 31.4 MB

This is a very important episode about all of the landlord and tenant rights in San Francisco. First of all let me preface by saying this episode is specifically talking about the city and county of San Francisco. I am joined today by Laura Campbell, a Real Estate Attorney who deals with landlord tenant laws. We talk about  -the different rules around rent and eviction control -Ellis act and owner move in evictions -Airbnb and short term rentals -Tenant rights, rent control, eviction ...

Are we in a buyers market?

January 20, 2023 14:16 - 28 minutes - 26.6 MB

We are in a buyers market right now. What does a buyers market mean? When and why does it happen? How long does it last? I talk about all of these things in todays episode. If you want to read it and reference it you can read the blog article here https://www.marinashiferman.com/san-francisco-real-estate-blog/its-a-buyers-market-out-there I am a Realtor in San Francisco. I discuss what is going on in the San Francisco Real Estate Market. My website https://www.marinashiferman.com/ The...

How to look for a property to rent out

January 13, 2023 13:26 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MB

This week we talk about how to go about searching for a property that you are going to rent out, to be used to investment purposes only. Last week I discussed how to search for a property you are going to live in so take all that information and add it to all this information. I am a Realtor in San Francisco and work with home buyers and home sellers in San Francisco. I am an expert in the San Francisco Real Estate Market. Feel free to visit my website to learn more about how to work with...

How to search for a house

January 06, 2023 13:09 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MB

This week I am talking all about the third step in your home search, the property search. Step 1 is of course finding your Realtor Step 2 is getting a mortgage, setting up a budget, and getting everything organized Step 3 is the property search. This is a long juicy episode on the topic of how to search for property/a house you are actually going to live in, how to break the search process down, how to open house and lots of tips. Since I am a Realtor in San Francisco and deal with only...

Whats up with the SF market and NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS!

December 16, 2022 13:39 - 15 minutes - 14.8 MB

Today I discuss whats going on in the San Francisco Real Estate market, the number of homes that have not sold and how that will affect 2023 for buyers and sellers. I also reflect on the past of my real estate career and what impact I want to make in the future.

How to invest in real estate with no money

December 02, 2022 13:03 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MB

Today I talk about a topic that is very important, how to buy real estate when you have no money but have the idea and desire. I bought my first house with 0 money, but the business plan, the ideas, the research, and the desire to do all the work. I found investors that wanted to invest and grow their money. Listen to the episode to completely understand the concept.

Building the dream team for your future self

November 11, 2022 13:31 - 1 hour - 68.6 MB

Today we are going to talk about the most important thing of all when you are building yourself to the woman you want to be, building the dream team to support you on your journey. We cannot go through life on our own, trying to figure everything out and execute on everything. We have a personal life, personal goals, and a personal journey that includes work, includes money and finances but also includes so much more. Think of yourself, the woman you are as a business that you want to grow...

The price of waiting to buy/sell.

October 28, 2022 12:53 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MB

Today I discuss the price of waiting to buy and sell real estate. I also discuss putting your money to work for you so that you can build generational wealth and build your financial future. We are all in a relationship with money whether you like it or not, its what you choose to do with it after it comes to you that is the deciding factor between it working for you or you being in a one sided dead beat relationship that leaves you stressed... I discuss why people are desperate to get th...

What we learned about real estate from Sex and the City

October 14, 2022 12:52 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MB

Sex and the City is an iconic show. It tackles topics about dating, friendship, relationships, careers, jobs and living in your 30's that is still soo relevant today. One thing that I pay special attention to when I rewatch the show is what we can learn about real estate. How the different personalities of the ladies look at buying real estate and owning real estate.  Have a listen and tell me what you think

I'm Marina, get to know me a bit

September 30, 2022 12:32 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MB

This is a get to know me episode. I talk to you ladies about real estate, buying real estate, owning real estate, the phases and definitions and san francisco real estate but I havent really introduced myself again since my first episode. So here goes

How to make your real estate investment grow

September 15, 2022 12:14 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MB

Buying yourself a home is absolutely an investment, even if you dont look at it as that. Investing into something is buying something with the idea that it will grow in value over time. I give my 6 tips on ways to grow your real estate investment after you buy a home. I do talk about san francisco real estate specifically but all my tips can be useful to anyone buying.

What is escrow?

September 01, 2022 23:56 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MB

What is escrow? What happens during this time period? Escrow is a term used in the process of buying real estate, something lots of people do but nobody really knows how to explain it. Many people just go along with whatever they are told by their realtor because this time is a surge of emotion and a whirlwind. I am here to explain it as best I can. I speak about real estate in San Francisco mostly

Mistakes when trying to find a "good deal"

August 19, 2022 12:02 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MB

Today I talk about buyers that are looking for a good deal. What do they mean by this? It usually means they want a property that is cheaper than everything else. There are no good deals in real estate. They might seem like good deals because they are fixers or tenant occupied but when you are done with them you will be lucky if you arent bankrupt.  Have a listen

the steps of buying real estate

July 29, 2022 12:47 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MB

I walk you through, step by step how to buy real estate, what you need to do and what each step is. I have an online course for women to walk them through all of this, it is 10 videos, journal prompts, pdfs and all the vibes, including a call with me. https://marinashiferman.com/academy-apply The san francisco real estate market is tough, fast, and competitive. The women that have decided they want to buy and understand what that means need the best education and guidance. That is why I am ...

market update, a look into my transactions, buyers and sellers.

July 22, 2022 12:00 - 27 minutes - 25.8 MB

Today is an episode that has been requested. I start of talking about the san francisco real estate market and what I have been noticing. Then I dive into why I have been so busy that last few weeks. I talk about all of my transactions, my buyers and sellers and some drama about listing agents. I also talk about my super fun and vibey online course for women to walk them through, step by step, how to buy real estate. There is no excuse for the smart successful woman who wants to buy but say...

Why women shy away from buying real estate

July 01, 2022 12:32 - 18 minutes - 17 MB

I discuss my 3 theories as to why women shy away from buying real estate. I am speaking to women who have high paying steady careers, who have savings, who dream of owning but dont know what that means for them or how to get started. Many women in San Francisco are successful and dream of owning real estate in san francisco. I am here to help Here is the link to my course https://marina-shiferman.mykajabi.com/offers/8TpjNH2u/checkout reach out with any questions or to start working toget...

Filling out the purchase agreement, your offer to buy a house

June 24, 2022 12:08 - 22 minutes - 21.1 MB

You have found a house you want to buy here in San Francisco, the next step is writing your offer but what does that really mean, what goes into it, how do you figure it out? The san francisco purchase agreement is way more than just price, its contingencies, time frames, and special requests. In this episode we go over How to determine price the different steps and strategies to the purchase agreement in san francisco and some negotiation tools let me know what you think

A little perspective on Interest Rates, ppl are being dramatic

June 07, 2022 12:00 - 10 minutes - 9.65 MB

People are freaking out about interest rates right now. They are screaming that interest rates are rising, they are scared, noone wants to buy, the market is slowing down, its like another pandemic. I have a conversation with a super amazing mortgage banker here in SF, she puts it into perspective.  Mortgage interest rates are still super SUPER low.

Market update, cooling condo market, & list price vs sales price convo

June 03, 2022 14:00 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MB

Today is a packed episode, I am talking about the shift that I have been seeing in the san francisco real estate market, the condo and single family home competition, the prices, list price vs sales price and some market updates.

How I got into Real Estate & Tips for rental investments

May 27, 2022 16:02 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

This week I am answering some questions I received on instagram. How I got into real estate and my tips for buying investment property. I am talking about buying property for rental purposes, short term furnished (airbnb, traveling nurses, corporate housing) and long term unfurnished. I give some super helpful tips

How to handle the property search

May 19, 2022 17:21 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MB

Today I am discussing the property search. There are strategies, tips, tricks, and an actual formula to a successful property search. It starts with your team (your realtor and lender) then getting pre approved Then doing some reflection on must haves vs nice to haves then the property search begins with location first then property second. Listen to the episode for more!

The importance of having the right Realtor and Lender

May 12, 2022 12:00 - 30 minutes - 28.5 MB

Hi ladies, Today I am going to talk about something that is so basic but people often get it wrong, the importance of choosing the right realtor and lender for you, who they are, what they do, how to choose the best ones for you. San Francisco is a very competitive, fast moving, low supply high demand, nuanced market that you owe it to yourself to have the best real estate team behind you, build a strong foundation so the process will be as great as it can be. Listen to all my tips and tr...