Let's Talk Real Estate

Let’s Talk Hollywood with Blake Stargel

Blake Stargel is making it big in Hollywood...Hollywood real estate, that is. After moving to California from Nebraska, where he had traded college life for Realtor life, Blake started hitting the real estate world and social media hard. In this episode, Blake tells us what it was like to move to LA and then transition to a new brokerage, what the continual grind to get business is like, where he is today, and where he sees himself and the market going during the coming year. Plus, he gives u...

S2 EP13: Let’s Talk Investing in Multi-Family Properties with John Stoeber

John Stoeber, a Principal at Kronos Investment Partners, is barely out of college yet he knows more about investing in real estate than most seasoned professionals in the industry do. A self-proclaimed number cruncher, he oversees underwriting, market analysis, and financial reporting at Kronos, which is a private equity firm that buys cash-flowing and under-performing multi-family properties in the U.S. In our discussion, we touched on house flipping’s pros and cons, how house hacking can le...

Let’s Talk Investing in Multi-Family Properties with John Stoeber

John Stoeber, a Principal at Kronos Investment Partners, is barely out of college yet he knows more about investing in real estate than most seasoned professionals in the industry do. A self-proclaimed number cruncher, he oversees underwriting, market analysis, and financial reporting at Kronos, which is a private equity firm that buys cash-flowing and under-performing multi-family properties in the U.S. In our discussion, we touched on house flipping’s pros and cons, how house hacking can le...

43. Let’s Talk Investing in Multi-Family Properties with John Stoeber

John Stoeber, a Principal at Kronos Investment Partners, is barely out of college yet he knows more about investing in real estate than most seasoned professionals in the industry do. A self-proclaimed number cruncher, he oversees underwriting, market analysis, and financial reporting at Kronos, which is a private equity firm that buys cash-flowing and under-performing multi-family properties in the U.S. In our discussion, we touched on house flipping’s pros and cons, how house hack...

EP 43: Let’s Talk Investing in Multi-Family Properties with John Stoeber

John Stoeber, a Principal at Kronos Investment Partners, is barely out of college yet he knows more about investing in real estate than most seasoned professionals in the industry do. A self-proclaimed number cruncher, he oversees underwriting, market analysis, and financial reporting at Kronos, which is a private equity firm that buys cash-flowing and under-performing multi-family properties in the U.S. In our discussion, we touched on house flipping’s pros and cons, how house hack...

42. Let’s Talk About Real Estate’s Future with Ari Rastegar

If there were a prize for Most Energetic Guest, then Ari Rastegar would win it hands-down. Founder and CEO of Rastegar Property Company, Ari is a force to reckon with due to his business acumen and overall dynamic personality. His innovative, technology-driven investment strategies have made him a thought leader in real estate, where he specializes in recession-resilient real assets and multifamily real estate developments, building portfolios designed to reduce risk and maximize ca...

Let’s Talk About Real Estate’s Future with Ari Rastegar

If there were a prize for Most Energetic Guest, then Ari Rastegar would win it hands-down. Founder and CEO of Rastegar Property Company, Ari is a force to reckon with due to his business acumen and overall dynamic personality. His innovative, technology-driven investment strategies have made him a thought leader in real estate, where he specializes in recession-resilient real assets and multifamily real estate developments, building portfolios designed to reduce risk and maximize capital appr...

S2 EP12: Let’s Talk About Real Estate’s Future with Ari Rastegar

If there were a prize for Most Energetic Guest, then Ari Rastegar would win it hands-down. Founder and CEO of Rastegar Property Company, Ari is a force to reckon with due to his business acumen and overall dynamic personality. His innovative, technology-driven investment strategies have made him a thought leader in real estate, where he specializes in recession-resilient real assets and multifamily real estate developments, building portfolios designed to reduce risk and maximize capital appr...

EP 42: Let’s Talk About Real Estate’s Future with Ari Rastegar

If there were a prize for Most Energetic Guest, then Ari Rastegar would win it hands-down. Founder and CEO of Rastegar Property Company, Ari is a force to reckon with due to his business acumen and overall dynamic personality. His innovative, technology-driven investment strategies have made him a thought leader in real estate, where he specializes in recession-resilient real assets and multifamily real estate developments, building portfolios designed to reduce risk and maximize ca...

41. Let’s Talk About Being a New Agent in the Big Apple with Justin Diamond

Justin Diamond has a proven track record in the social media industry, working for large companies in the New York City metro area for years. Now, as a new real estate agent, Justin is using his digital media expertise to his advantage as he dives into the world of New York real estate. We met Justin on TikTok, where his helpful and instructional videos showcase both properties and areas of town. He’s quickly becoming a go-to broker for young professionals who are looking to live in...

S2 EP11: Let’s Talk About Being a New Agent in the Big Apple with Justin Diamond

Justin Diamond has a proven track record in the social media industry, working for large companies in the New York City metro area for years. Now, as a new real estate agent, Justin is using his digital media expertise to his advantage as he dives into the world of New York real estate. We met Justin on TikTok, where his helpful and instructional videos showcase both properties and areas of town. He’s quickly becoming a go-to broker for young professionals who are looking to live in the city,...

EP 41: Let’s Talk About Being a New Agent in the Big Apple with Justin Diamond

Justin Diamond has a proven track record in the social media industry, working for large companies in the New York City metro area for years. Now, as a new real estate agent, Justin is using his digital media expertise to his advantage as he dives into the world of New York real estate. We met Justin on TikTok, where his helpful and instructional videos showcase both properties and areas of town. He’s quickly becoming a go-to broker for young professionals who are looking to live in...

Let’s Talk About Being a New Agent in the Big Apple with Justin Diamond

Justin Diamond has a proven track record in the social media industry, working for large companies in the New York City metro area for years. Now, as a new real estate agent, Justin is using his digital media expertise to his advantage as he dives into the world of New York real estate. We met Justin on TikTok, where his helpful and instructional videos showcase both properties and areas of town. He’s quickly becoming a go-to broker for young professionals who are looking to live in the city,...

S2 EP10: Let’s Talk Mortgage Madness with Kristin Hawkins

For months, we’ve been trying to get Kristin Hawkins, Sales Manager and Mortgage Loan Originator at FBC Mortgage, to join us on the podcast. The holdup? The crazy busy lending business! While 2020 brought a lot of unpleasant surprises, it also brought a flurry - make that a blizzard - of activity in the mortgage industry. With interest rates lower than we’ve ever seen, potential homeowners were snatching up 2.5% interest rate loans and existing homeowners took advantage of the historically lo...

S2 EP10: Let’s Talk Mortgage Madness with Kristin Hawkins

For months, we’ve been trying to get Kristin Hawkins, Sales Manager and Mortgage Loan Originator at FBC Mortgage, to join us on the podcast. The holdup? The crazy busy lending business! While 2020 brought a lot of unpleasant surprises, it also brought a flurry - make that a blizzard - of activity in the mortgage industry. With interest rates lower than we’ve ever seen, potential homeowners were snatching up 2.5% interest rate loans and existing homeowners took advantage of the histo...

Let’s Talk Mortgage Madness with Kristin Hawkins

For months, we’ve been trying to get Kristin Hawkins, Sales Manager and Mortgage Loan Originator at FBC Mortgage, to join us on the podcast. The holdup? The crazy busy lending business! While 2020 brought a lot of unpleasant surprises, it also brought a flurry - make that a blizzard - of activity in the mortgage industry. With interest rates lower than we’ve ever seen, potential homeowners were snatching up 2.5% interest rate loans and existing homeowners took advantage of the historically lo...

40. Let’s Talk Mortgage Madness with Kristin Hawkins

For months, we’ve been trying to get Kristin Hawkins, Sales Manager and Mortgage Loan Originator at FBC Mortgage, to join us on the podcast. The holdup? The crazy busy lending business! While 2020 brought a lot of unpleasant surprises, it also brought a flurry - make that a blizzard - of activity in the mortgage industry. With interest rates lower than we’ve ever seen, potential homeowners were snatching up 2.5% interest rate loans and existing homeowners took advantage of the histo...

Let’s Talk Mortgage Madness with Kristin Hawkins

For months, we’ve been trying to get Kristin Hawkins, Sales Manager and Mortgage Loan Originator at FBC Mortgage, to join us on the podcast. The holdup? The crazy busy lending business! While 2020 brought a lot of unpleasant surprises, it also brought a flurry - make that a blizzard - of activity in the mortgage industry. With interest rates lower than we’ve ever seen, potential homeowners were snatching up 2.5% interest rate loans and existing homeowners took advantage of the histo...

EP 40: Let’s Talk Mortgage Madness with Kristin Hawkins

For months, we’ve been trying to get Kristin Hawkins, Sales Manager and Mortgage Loan Originator at FBC Mortgage, to join us on the podcast. The holdup? The crazy busy lending business! While 2020 brought a lot of unpleasant surprises, it also brought a flurry - make that a blizzard - of activity in the mortgage industry. With interest rates lower than we’ve ever seen, potential homeowners were snatching up 2.5% interest rate loans and existing homeowners took advantage of the histo...

EP 39: Let's Talk Nashville Real Estate Growth With Josh Anderson

Originally from Nashville, Josh graduated from Louisiana State University in International Trade and Finance. Josh served 8 years in the U.S. Army, including a 10-month stint in Bagram, Afghanistan, during Operation Enduring Freedom. These experiences, coupled with the education he received from Louisiana State, have molded him into a focused, disciplined, and strong willed individual. Josh Anderson can best be described as a man of high energy with a passion for Nashville real esta...

S2 EP9: Let's Talk Nashville Real Estate Growth With Josh Anderson

Originally from Nashville, Josh graduated from Louisiana State University in International Trade and Finance. Josh served 8 years in the U.S. Army, including a 10-month stint in Bagram, Afghanistan, during Operation Enduring Freedom. These experiences, coupled with the education he received from Louisiana State, have molded him into a focused, disciplined, and strong willed individual. Josh Anderson can best be described as a man of high energy with a passion for Nashville real estate. He is ...

39. Let's Talk Nashville Real Estate Growth With Josh Anderson

Originally from Nashville, Josh graduated from Louisiana State University in International Trade and Finance. Josh served 8 years in the U.S. Army, including a 10-month stint in Bagram, Afghanistan, during Operation Enduring Freedom. These experiences, coupled with the education he received from Louisiana State, have molded him into a focused, disciplined, and strong willed individual. Josh Anderson can best be described as a man of high energy with a passion for Nashville real esta...

Let's Talk Nashville Real Estate Growth With Josh Anderson

Originally from Nashville, Josh graduated from Louisiana State University in International Trade and Finance. Josh served 8 years in the U.S. Army, including a 10-month stint in Bagram, Afghanistan, during Operation Enduring Freedom. These experiences, coupled with the education he received from Louisiana State, have molded him into a focused, disciplined, and strong willed individual. Josh Anderson can best be described as a man of high energy with a passion for Nashville real estate. He is ...

Let’s Talk 2020 Real Estate Roundup and Lessons Learned

Was 2020 awful or did it provide some growth opportunities? What did it do for the real estate industry? What did it do for our business? How did it affect us? What did we learn? Deviating a bit from just talking real estate, Anna addresses all of these, provides some personal insights, and a bit of advice as to how we can go into 2021 with a better mindset, and yes, a few real estate stats too. Our next episode will air January 8, 2021. In the meantime, keep up with Anna and the Segway Group...

Ep. 8: Let’s Talk 2020 Real Estate Roundup and Lessons Learned

Was 2020 awful or did it provide some growth opportunities? What did it do for the real estate industry? What did it do for our business? How did it affect us? What did we learn? Deviating a bit from just talking real estate, Anna addresses all of these, provides some personal insights, and a bit of advice as to how we can go into 2021 with a better mindset, and yes, a few real estate stats too. Our next episode will air January 8, 2021. In the meantime, keep up with Anna and the Segway Group...

38. Let’s Talk 2020 Real Estate Roundup and Lessons Learned

Was 2020 awful or did it provide some growth opportunities? What did it do for the real estate industry? What did it do for our business? How did it affect us? What did we learn? Deviating a bit from just talking real estate, Anna addresses all of these, provides some personal insights, and a bit of advice as to how we can go into 2021 with a better mindset, and yes, a few real estate stats too. Our next episode will air January 8, 2021. In the meantime, keep up with Anna and the Se...

EP 38: Let’s Talk 2020 Real Estate Roundup and Lessons Learned

Was 2020 awful or did it provide some growth opportunities? What did it do for the real estate industry? What did it do for our business? How did it affect us? What did we learn? Deviating a bit from just talking real estate, Anna addresses all of these, provides some personal insights, and a bit of advice as to how we can go into 2021 with a better mindset, and yes, a few real estate stats too. Our next episode will air January 8, 2021. In the meantime, keep up with Anna and the Se...

S2 EP8: Let’s Talk 2020 Real Estate Roundup and Lessons Learned

Was 2020 awful or did it provide some growth opportunities? What did it do for the real estate industry? What did it do for our business? How did it affect us? What did we learn? Deviating a bit from just talking real estate, Anna addresses all of these, provides some personal insights, and a bit of advice as to how we can go into 2021 with a better mindset, and yes, a few real estate stats too. Our next episode will air January 8, 2021. In the meantime, keep up with Anna and the Segway Group...

EP 37: Let’s Talk Florida Panhandle Real Estate with Beau Blankenship

Beau Blankenship, owner of Engel & Volkers in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, a former football player for the Jacksonville Jaguars, transitioned to a career in real estate about five years ago and has soared to become the top agent, team leader, and broker in his area. The 30A Scenic Highway stretch is an up-and-coming part of Florida’s Emerald Coast that boasts clear water, powdery sand, an abundance of charming local restaurants and shops, and luxury galore. The area has experienced a...

S2 EP7: Let’s Talk Florida Panhandle Real Estate with Beau Blankenship

Beau Blankenship, owner of Engel & Volkers in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, a former football player for the Jacksonville Jaguars, transitioned to a career in real estate about five years ago and has soared to become the top agent, team leader, and broker in his area. The 30A Scenic Highway stretch is an up-and-coming part of Florida’s Emerald Coast that boasts clear water, powdery sand, an abundance of charming local restaurants and shops, and luxury galore. The area has experienced a tremendo...

Let’s Talk Florida Panhandle Real Estate with Beau Blankenship

Beau Blankenship, owner of Engel & Volkers in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, a former football player for the Jacksonville Jaguars, transitioned to a career in real estate about five years ago and has soared to become the top agent, team leader, and broker in his area. The 30A Scenic Highway stretch is an up-and-coming part of Florida’s Emerald Coast that boasts clear water, powdery sand, an abundance of charming local restaurants and shops, and luxury galore. The area has experienced a tremendou...

37. Let’s Talk Florida Panhandle Real Estate with Beau Blankenship

Beau Blankenship, owner of Engel & Volkers in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, a former football player for the Jacksonville Jaguars, transitioned to a career in real estate about five years ago and has soared to become the top agent, team leader, and broker in his area. The 30A Scenic Highway stretch is an up-and-coming part of Florida’s Emerald Coast that boasts clear water, powdery sand, an abundance of charming local restaurants and shops, and luxury galore. The area has experienced a...

Let’s Talk Emerald Coast Real Estate with Beau Blankenship

36. Let’s Talk Appraisals

Did it appraise or not appraise? That is the question! Everything can be going right during a transaction...the price is agreed upon, the inspections go well, the survey is done, the lending process is well underway, and the title search has started. But this one seemingly minor item, yet incredibly important component, can make or break everything, oftentimes days before closing. Today’s episode answers some questions about the appraisal process, the purpose of the appraisal, and w...

EP 36: Let’s Talk Appraisals

Did it appraise or not appraise? That is the question! Everything can be going right during a transaction...the price is agreed upon, the inspections go well, the survey is done, the lending process is well underway, and the title search has started. But this one seemingly minor item, yet incredibly important component, can make or break everything, oftentimes days before closing. Today’s episode answers some questions about the appraisal process, the purpose of the appraisal, and w...

S2 EP6: Let’s Talk Appraisals

Did it appraise or not appraise? That is the question! Everything can be going right during a transaction...the price is agreed upon, the inspections go well, the survey is done, the lending process is well underway, and the title search has started. But this one seemingly minor item, yet incredibly important component, can make or break everything, oftentimes days before closing. Today’s episode answers some questions about the appraisal process, the purpose of the appraisal, and what can ha...

Let’s Talk Appraisals

Did it appraise or not appraise? That is the question! Everything can be going right during a transaction...the price is agreed upon, the inspections go well, the survey is done, the lending process is well underway, and the title search has started. But this one seemingly minor item, yet incredibly important component, can make or break everything, oftentimes days before closing. Today’s episode answers some questions about the appraisal process, the purpose of the appraisal, and w...

35. Let's Talk Parade of Homes

The Builders Association of North Central Florida brings you the The Parade of Homes, a twice-a-year showcase of homes built to impress, and usually no detail is spared. From futuristic home automation systems to the latest in lighting, paint, and building materials, builders pack a punch in every home they build. The Parade offers a wealth of information for those looking to buy or build. If a custom home sounds like a dream, then meeting the area’s builders and assessing the pros ...

S2 EP5: Let's Talk Parade of Homes

The Builders Association of North Central Florida brings you the The Parade of Homes, a twice-a-year showcase of homes built to impress, and usually no detail is spared. From futuristic home automation systems to the latest in lighting, paint, and building materials, builders pack a punch in every home they build. The Parade offers a wealth of information for those looking to buy or build. If a custom home sounds like a dream, then meeting the area’s builders and assessing the pros and cons o...

Let's Talk Parade of Homes

The Builders Association of North Central Florida brings you the The Parade of Homes, a twice-a-year showcase of homes built to impress, and usually no detail is spared. From futuristic home automation systems to the latest in lighting, paint, and building materials, builders pack a punch in every home they build. The Parade offers a wealth of information for those looking to buy or build. If a custom home sounds like a dream, then meeting the area’s builders and assessing the pros ...

EP 35: Let's Talk Parade of Homes

The Builders Association of North Central Florida brings you the The Parade of Homes, a twice-a-year showcase of homes built to impress, and usually no detail is spared. From futuristic home automation systems to the latest in lighting, paint, and building materials, builders pack a punch in every home they build. The Parade offers a wealth of information for those looking to buy or build. If a custom home sounds like a dream, then meeting the area’s builders and assessing the pros ...

34. Let’s Talk Nashville Real Estate with Brandon Carver

Nashville-area native and Realtor Brandon Carver joins us to discuss the city’s booming market. As America’s music capital, Nashville has always been filled with energy, attracting entertainers and creatives for over 200 years. During the past 20 years, it has seen tremendous growth and there are no signs of it stopping. In fact, the pandemic has made it all the more attractive to big-city folks who are migrating to areas that give them a big-city feeling at an affordable, smaller c...

EP 34: Let’s Talk Nashville Real Estate with Brandon Carver

Nashville-area native and Realtor Brandon Carver joins us to discuss the city’s booming market. As America’s music capital, Nashville has always been filled with energy, attracting entertainers and creatives for over 200 years. During the past 20 years, it has seen tremendous growth and there are no signs of it stopping. In fact, the pandemic has made it all the more attractive to big-city folks who are migrating to areas that give them a big-city feeling at an affordable, smaller c...

S2 EP4: Let’s Talk Nashville Real Estate with Brandon Carver

Nashville-area native and Realtor Brandon Carver joins us to discuss the city’s booming market. As America’s music capital, Nashville has always been filled with energy, attracting entertainers and creatives for over 200 years. During the past 20 years, it has seen tremendous growth and there are no signs of it stopping. In fact, the pandemic has made it all the more attractive to big-city folks who are migrating to areas that give them a big-city feeling at an affordable, smaller city price.

Let’s Talk Nashville Real Estate with Brandon Carver

Nashville-area native and Realtor Brandon Carver joins us to discuss the city’s booming market. As America’s music capital, Nashville has always been filled with energy, attracting entertainers and creatives for over 200 years. During the past 20 years, it has seen tremendous growth and there are no signs of it stopping. In fact, the pandemic has made it all the more attractive to big-city folks who are migrating to areas that give them a big-city feeling at an affordable, smaller c...

S2 EP3: Let’s Talk About the Gainesville Area Luxury Market

Recruits and those relocating usually have an impression of Gainesville that is quite different than the reality. Luxury housing not only exists in several areas of town; it’s on the rise and in major demand. Whether you’re moving here from NYC or San Francisco, or you’re a local looking to upsize now that home has to be your vacation destination, you’re sure to find a stunning luxury home in Gainesville. And if you can’t find it, then you can definitely build it. In fact, why not do just tha...

Let’s Talk About the Gainesville Area Luxury Market

If you visit Gainesville, whether it’s for a job interview or to see your favorite undergrad, the last thing you’ll probably notice is luxury housing. Take a short drive around the campus’s perimeter and what you will likely spot is an abundance of student housing, evident in the array of apartment buildings and rentals marked by lawns sprinkled with used solo cups. It has character, no doubt, but usually not the type of character that an executive desires for their permanent home. ...

EP 33: Let’s Talk About the Gainesville Area Luxury Market

If you visit Gainesville, whether it’s for a job interview or to see your favorite undergrad, the last thing you’ll probably notice is luxury housing. Take a short drive around the campus’s perimeter and what you will likely spot is an abundance of student housing, evident in the array of apartment buildings and rentals marked by lawns sprinkled with used solo cups. It has character, no doubt, but usually not the type of character that an executive desires for their permanent home. ...

33. Let’s Talk About the Gainesville Area Luxury Market

If you visit Gainesville, whether it’s for a job interview or to see your favorite undergrad, the last thing you’ll probably notice is luxury housing. Take a short drive around the campus’s perimeter and what you will likely spot is an abundance of student housing, evident in the array of apartment buildings and rentals marked by lawns sprinkled with used solo cups. It has character, no doubt, but usually not the type of character that an executive desires for their permanent home. ...

Let’s Talk About the New York City Real Estate Market with Melissa Leifer

“New York is dead.” That’s been the gloom and doom message since the metropolis became America’s epicenter of the Coronavirus pandemic in March. Since then, however, the city has been able to control the spread due to strict restrictions and it’s coming back to life. The real estate market, in particular, has picked up so much that homes are selling in record time and multiple offers and bidding wars are not uncommon. Melissa Leifer, a real estate broker at Keller Williams Tribeca,...