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First Time Home Buyers - How To Buy a HomeNavigating the 2025 Real Estate Market: What You Should Know as First-Time HomebuyersThe podcast highlights the challenges of navigating the 2025 housing market, emphasizing high-interest rates, new commission structures, and insurance implications in disaster-prone states. Listeners are urged to remain proactive and informed to achieve successful homeownership.• Discussion of current interest rates and their impact on purchasing power • The significance of budgeting for long-term affordability • New commission structures introduce transparency in real estate transactions • Importance of buyer broker agreements for clarity in agent relationships • Insurance challenges in California and Florida due to natural disasters • Steps to mitigate risks and prepare for insurance costs • Encouragement to stay informed and...2025-01-2115 min

Opinionated SEO - Digital Marketing NewsTrends and Takeaways from BrightonSEO - San Diego 2024 SEO ConferenceSend us a textWhat if the future of SEO is being rewritten right before your eyes? Join us as we explore this fascinating landscape as we recap Brighton SEO in San Diego. Together with my insightful guests, Venkata and Zak, we unpack the engaging discussions around AI integration in SEO, brand consistency, and Microsoft and Google's latest innovations. The event was not just about absorbing expert knowledge but also experiencing the synergy between SEO and paid search, thanks to the concurrent HeroConf. This crossover provided the opportunity for additional insights, especially in the realms of reporting...2024-11-2618 min

Opinionated SEO - Digital Marketing NewsRevolutionizing Search: The Impact and Future of AI-Powered Chat InterfacesSend us a textEver wondered if AI chat interfaces could revolutionize your search experience? Imagine having a virtual assistant that not only answers your queries but understands the context and nuances behind them. In this episode, Philip Mastroianni takes you on a journey through the world of AI-powered chatbots like ChatGPT, shedding light on their growing popularity and transformative impact on traditional search engines like Google. We’ll discuss Perplexity AI, a unique search engine that combines conversational abilities with real-time data retrieval, offering a more personalized and interactive approach to finding information. Philip compares Perplexity's st...2024-06-1921 min

Changing Faces Podcast053 With Guest: KischHold on tight, music enthusiasts! Changing Faces Collections is kicking off 2024 with a bang, and we’ve got the incredible Kisch gracing our decks for the first guest mix of the year! Prepare yourselves for a sonic adventure as Kisch unleashes a diverse mix featuring his own hits like “Where Did The Love Go” alongside dancefloor anthems like “Turning It Up.” He’s here to showcase his unmatched versatility in House, Tech House, Deep House, and Techno. But before we dive into the beats, let’s rewind to 1993 to the beginning of this tale – a time of baggy pa...2024-01-2700 min

First Time Home Buyers - How To Buy a Home28 - Understanding and Utilizing Seller Concessions for Maximum Home Buying AdvantageEver thought about how you might be leaving money on the table in your home buying negotiations? Well, we've got the perfect episode for you! Today, we're unpacking the mysterious world of seller concessions, and how they can work in your favor. We'll guide you on how to seek them out, negotiate them, and the remarkable role they can play in reducing the financial strain of homeownership. We delve into the specifics, exposing the limits, the caveats, and how to navigate them. Plus, we’ll explain how you can combine these concessions with down payment assistance programs to maximize yo...2023-11-2115 min

Lucas & Steve RadioLucas & Steve Radio 00701. Mat.Joe & Thando1988 - Special 02. FISHER feat. Kita Alexander - Atmosphere 03. Tommy Mc x 71 Digits - Close One More Door 04. Steve Aoki - The Show (Steve Aoki x Lucas & Steve Remix) 05. Melsen - Spinnin 06. GUZ, Ferreck Dawn - Kush (BLR Remix) 07. Marc Benjamin, Ansun, CLOSED feat. Sonam - Part Of Me 08. Lucas & Steve – BANG! 09. Tungevaag x SMACK - If You Want 10. Eliza Rose & The Martinez Brothers - Pleasure Peak 11. Bacavi - Take What You Can 12. Swedish House Ma...2023-08-1259 min

First Time Home Buyers - How To Buy a Home27 - Manufactured Homes & Building A Home On Your Own LandEver wondered what distinguishes a manufactured home from a stick-built one? Or perhaps you've grappled with the stigmas and misconceptions surrounding manufactured homes. If so, this episode is for you. We're joined by the seasoned expert and owner of Stell RE Group, Steven Ellefson, who brings his deep knowledge and insights into the world of manufactured homes.Steven helps us navigate the nuances between manufactured homes, mobile homes, and stick-built homes, shedding light on the regulations that have shaped the industry. He offers a fascinating exploration of the key 1976 regulation that made financing manufactured homes possible and...2023-08-1233 min

Opinionated SEO - Digital Marketing NewsAI LLM Prompting Tests - My Results on Prompt EngineeringSend us a textI discuss my experience testing different AI systems prompting including Google Bard, OpenAI GPT-4 / GPT 3.5, Anthropic Claude 2, Llama 2, and Jasper to generate location-specific content. Most of this is based on the last 18 months of building out prompts, and now testing on models released over the last 4-6 weeks.Google BardReleased major update on July 13, 2023Prompt strategy: Long paragraphs, numbered tasks, multiple iterationsCouldn't produce high quality content without heavy editingIssues following instructions, needing remindersOpenAI GPT-4Works well with conversational, transcribed promptAble...2023-07-2410 min

First Time Home Buyers - How To Buy a Home26 - Top 10 Real Estate Scams & How to Avoid ThemWe're looking at some of the most devious scams and practices that could happen to first-time home buyers. From fake rental listings, bait and switch schemes, to the devastating impact of title fraud - we expose the top 10 that can affect you. We look at the importance of title insurance and the potential pitfalls related to property titles. It's not about scaring you, but empowering you with crucial information. We look into the dark world of predatory lending and home improvement scams, loan flipping, the cybercrime of escrow wire fraud, and the deceitful world of scamming contractors. 2023-07-2326 min

First Time Home Buyers - How To Buy a Home25 - Exploring the Benefits of Smaller Homes and Finding Your Perfect SpaceWhat if we told you that choosing a smaller home could actually lead to a happier, more fulfilling life? Join us as we explore the ever-changing concept of the "right size" home and discuss how sometimes, less is more. We'll take you on a journey through the history of home sizes, from the early 20th century to the present day, and discuss the impact of events like the post-World War II housing boom, the energy crisis, and even the COVID-19 pandemic on our perception of the perfect home size.Discover the benefits of owning a smaller home...2023-06-1919 min

First Time Home Buyers - How To Buy a HomeFirst Time Homebuyers: Navigating the Journey with Expert Guidance and InsightsReady to embark on the rewarding journey of homeownership, but feeling overwhelmed by the process? Worry no more; we've got you covered with our First Time Homebuyers podcast! As your personal guide and licensed loan officer and real estate agent, I'm Phil, and we'll be navigating the home buying process together. From finding the right real estate agent or lender to understanding the terminology and proper etiquette for touring homes, we'll break down each step in a way that's easy to follow and understand.On top of that, we're bringing in expert lenders and agents to share...2023-06-1801 min

First Time Home Buyers - How To Buy a Home24 - Conquering Condo Financing: A First-Time Homebuyer's GuideReady to take the plunge into your first condo or townhome purchase, but feeling overwhelmed by the financing process? Our resident expert, Sarah, is here to guide us through the your journey toward homeownership with a condo or townhome.Our discussion not only uncovers the different types of loans available for condos and townhomes – such as conventional, FHA, and VA loans – but also dives into the nitty-gritty of interest rates, down payments, and occupancy ratios. With Sarah's insights, you'll learn how to navigate the world of condo financing, determine if a property is non-warrantable, and even...2023-06-0721 min

First Time Home Buyers - How To Buy a Home23 - Condo and Townhome Living: Common Misbeliefs and Why They Might be a Great First HomeAre the myths about condos and townhomes holding you back from exploring their benefits? Tune in as we debunk 10 common misconceptions and discuss the pros and cons of condo and townhome living. Discover the key differences in maintenance, privacy, personalization, and selling between these housing options, and learn how they can offer more affordable home ownership in densely populated areas.Don't let false beliefs stand in your way of finding the perfect home. In our conversation, we clarify the ins and outs of HOA fees, privacy, and customization options for your new abode. Plus, we share advice...2023-05-3014 min

First Time Home Buyers - How To Buy a Home22 - Home Touring and Open House TipsAs a first time home buyer, you may not know some of the Do’s and Don’t of touring a home, whether that’s going to open houses or a private tour with an agent. We’ll go over 8 do’s and 8 don’ts about touring homes, and talk about some key points to help you make the most of your time and experience.Do'sBring your real estate agent to an open house. If you don’t have an agent yet, we can help. Reach out via our contact page, or we’ve partnered wit...2023-05-1515 min

Opinionated SEO - Digital Marketing NewsHassan Ud-Deen - Content Strategist For Tech & Ecommerce BrandsSend us a textToday I have Hassan on the podcast and we’re going to dive into his journey, which started with a lie to his parents! We’ll dive a bit into entrepreneurship, the merit of agencies as a way to jumpstart your career, AI, and some of the original research and work he’s doing in his current role.Website: https://hassanuddeen.com/Blog: https://hassanuddeen.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hassan-uddeen/2023-05-1331 min

First Time Home Buyers - How To Buy a Home21 - How To Budget for Buying A HouseWe'll be discussing the age-old question, how much should we spend on a home? With everyone's situation being unique, it's important to talk about the fundamentals of creating a budget and give you some overall guidance that you can use to come up with your ideal budget.Tools & Resources:Show Notes & Article: https://fthbpros.com/first-time-home-buyer/how-to-budget-for-buying-a-house/Home Affordability CalculatorMortgage CalculatorHome Budget - Google SheetStarting with the two things that you need to concern yourself with – what price home will your budget allow for, and what price home should your budget allow fo...2023-05-0824 min

First Time Home Buyers - How To Buy a Home20 - Empowered 3.5% Down Payment Assistance Program - Forgiven after 6 MonthsI'm talking about one of my favorite down payment assistance programs that you can qualify for even if you make a higher income.If you qualify for an FHA loan, you likely can qualify for this.This program offers a 2% or 3.5% forgivable down payment and/or closing cost assistance with NO income limitations! That's right - no matter how much money you make, you may still qualify for this amazing opportunity. It can cover your down payment or closing costs, making it easier for you to afford upfront costs and become a homeowner....2023-04-2109 min

Opinionated SEO - Digital Marketing NewsGoogle Analytics 4 Alternative - Plausible AnalyticsSend us a textIn this episode of The Opinionated SEO, we discuss an alternative to Google Analytics, specifically for those who don't want to switch to GA4. We introduce one of my favorite alternatives, which is a lightweight and open-source web analytics tool that is fully compliant with GDPR, CCPA, and PECR - Plausible Analytics.https://plausible.io/Here are some key takeaways:1. Plausible is a simple and intuitive alternative to the complex interface of Google Analytics.2. With Plausible, you own 100% of your website data, and there is no...2023-04-0317 min

First Time Home Buyers - How To Buy a Home19 - Down Payment Assistance ProgramsWe dive into the world of down payment assistance programs and how they can help you achieve your dream of homeownership. With housing affordability becoming a growing issue, these programs are becoming increasingly important for first-time buyers. In this episode, we discuss:The different types of down payment assistance programs and how they workThe various requirements needed to be considered for these programs, such as income, credit score, and residency restrictionsThe upsides and downsides of using down payment assistance programs, including the impact on your buying power and potential disadvantages in a competitive seller's marketTips on h...2023-03-2917 min

First Time Home Buyers - How To Buy a Home18 - What is Marry the House, Date the Rate?One popular piece of advice given to first time home buyers is to “marry the house and date the rate.” This phrase refers to the idea of putting more emphasis on finding a house that meets your needs for the long term, and thinking of the interest rate in shorter or temporary term. We'll be taking a closer look at this concept and see what it means for you, the first time home buyer.Send us a textSupport the showFind all our episodes, articles, newsletter, and resources on our main...2023-03-1005 min