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Tennessee Real Estate InsiderNavigating the Real Estate Market: Insights and StrategiesSummaryIn this episode of Tennessee Real Estate Insights, host Allyson Spencer and guest Reazyn DeMoss discuss the intricacies of choosing the right real estate agent, the importance of communication, market trends, pricing strategies, and navigating offers and negotiations in the real estate market. They share personal experiences and insights to help listeners understand the real estate process better.TakeawaysChoosing the right realtor can significantly impact your selling price.Communication is key in real estate transactions.Understanding market trends is essential for pricing strategies.A good realtor listens to...2025-05-0114 minTennessee Real Estate InsiderFrom Pre-Approval to Closing: Streamlining Your Home PurchaseNavigating the Home Loan Process with Expert Lender Lucas JohnsonIn this episode of Tennessee Real Estate Insider, host Allyson Spencer, a property manager and realtor in East Tennessee, is joined by Lucas Johnson, the top lender in the Tri Cities. Together, they discuss the step-by-step process of obtaining a home loan, starting with the importance of getting pre-approved to avoid disappointment. Lucas explains the details involved in pre-approval, including credit checks, job history, and asset assessment. He also covers the turnaround time for pre-approvals, debt-to-income ratio considerations, and the types of documents required. The conversation further...2025-04-1517 minTennessee Real Estate Insider7. Understanding Loan Types: Debunking Myths and Exploring Options with Top Lender Lucas JohnsonUnderstanding Loan Types: Debunking Myths and Exploring Options with Top Lender Lucas JohnsonIn this episode of Tennessee Real Estate Insider, host Allyson Spencer welcomes Lucas Johnson, the leading lender in the Tri Cities with Movement Mortgage. They dive deep into common misconceptions about loans and discuss various loan types including conventional, FHA, USDA, VA, and THDA. Lucas provides insights into the factors affecting loan approvals and shares success stories of clients who overcame obstacles to become homeowners. The episode also emphasizes the importance of pre-approval and overcoming the fear of rejection. Get expert advice on choosing...2025-04-0116 minTennessee Real Estate Insider6. Mastering Airbnb Hosting: Tips and TricksJoin Allyson Spencer, top real estate agent and property manager, as she sits down with Bethany Oakes, a successful broker, business owner, and Airbnb host, to discuss essential tips and tricks for Airbnb hosting. Learn about setting guest expectations, using automated messages, achieving Superhost status, and creating unique vacation experiences. Whether you're a new or seasoned host, this video offers valuable insights to enhance your Airbnb business.00:00 Welcome to Tennessee Real Estate Insider00:09 Introducing Bethany Oaks: Broker and Airbnb Host01:01 Setting Expectations for Airbnb Guests02:39 Creating a Guest-Ready Space03:46...2025-03-1521 minTennessee Real Estate Insider5. Unlocking the Profits and Pitfalls of Short-Term Vacation RentalsUnlocking the Profits and Pitfalls of Short-Term Vacation Rentals with Bethany OakesIn this episode of Tennessee Real Estate Insider, host Allyson Spencer is joined by broker and Airbnb host Bethany Oakes to discuss the lucrative yet challenging world of short-term vacation rentals. They delve into the industry's $80 billion annual revenue, the benefits of platforms like Airbnb and VRBO, and share personal experiences and strategies for maximizing occupancy and setting your rental apart in a competitive market. They also tackle the hidden costs and maintenance challenges such as furniture wear and tear, cleaning expenses, and the importance...2025-03-0115 minTennessee Real Estate Insider4. Sell Your Home FAST in Tennessee!Join host Allyson Spencer from Greater Impact Realty as she provides an in-depth look into the home selling process on Tennessee Real Estate Insider. This episode covers essential steps such as decluttering and depersonalizing your property, setting the right price through comparative market analysis, and choosing effective marketing strategies. Allyson also discusses the importance of negotiation skills, understanding contingencies during inspections and appraisals, and making informed decisions to maximize your home's value and ensure a smooth closing process. Tune in for expert advice on making the home selling experience less stressful and more profitable.00:00 Welcome to Tennessee...2025-02-1510 minTennessee Real Estate Insider3. Navigating Tennessee's Home Buying Process: Tips and StrategiesEpisode Summary:In this insightful episode of Tennessee Real Estate Insider, host Allyson Spencer delves into the intricacies of buying a home in Tennessee. Focusing on the entire home-buying process, Allyson provides listeners with a thorough buyer’s guide to purchasing a home. The episode is a must-listen for both first-time buyers and seasoned homeowners seeking to navigate the current real estate market. By highlighting essential steps like getting pre-approved by reputable lenders and understanding your budget and down payment requirements, Allyson ensures you are well-prepared for one of life’s biggest financial decisions.Throughout the...2025-02-0111 minTennessee Real Estate Insider2. Avoiding Real Estate PitfallsAvoiding Real Estate PitfallsIn this episode of Tennessee Real Estate Insider, host Allyson Spencer, a seasoned real estate investor and property manager, is joined by Kara Johnson to discuss key strategies for avoiding common pitfalls in real estate investment. The conversation covers the importance of doing thorough due diligence, budgeting accurately, working with reliable contractors, and securing finances. They emphasize the need for proper planning, setting up contingencies, and making informed decisions to ensure successful investments. Kara shares personal experiences and lessons learned, providing invaluable insights for both novice and experienced investors.00:00 Welcome to...2025-01-1516 minTennessee Real Estate Insider1. Getting Started in Real Estate: Tips for New InvestorsAbout the Guest:Kara Johnson is a seasoned property investor and renovator based in East Tennessee. Known for her innovative approach to property investment alongside her husband, Kara focuses on generating passive income through rental properties. Her journey in real estate began with a personal mission to achieve financial independence and build sustainable wealth, allowing her to transition from a traditional career track at an early age. Her expertise lies in identifying potential cash flow opportunities in real estate and employing strategic renovations to enhance property value.Episode Summary:In this enlightening episode...2025-01-0116 min
From Beneath the Hollywood Sign"PAUL DOUGLAS: STAR OF THE MONTH” (25)EPISODE 25 - “Paul Douglas: Star of the Month” - 03/04/2024In a new feature, we are highlighting a “Star of the Month” where we will dive into the life, career, and legacy of a single performer. To kick things off in this episode, we’ll be discussing the great PAUL DOUGLAS. You may not know his name, but you certainly know his face. With his somewhat craggy mug that usually sported a hang-dog look, he made a career at playing gruff, tough guys who were usually softies underneath, as he does so perfectly as LINDA DARNELL’s r...2024-03-0426 min
Enjoy Amazing Full Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, ChristianityArise and Shine: How to Be the Light That Ignites Hope in a Dark World by Allyson GoldenPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/697150 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Arise and Shine: How to Be the Light That Ignites Hope in a Dark World Author: Allyson Golden Narrator: Allyson Golden Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 5 hours 28 minutes Release date: February 20, 2024 Genres: Christianity Publisher's Summary: An empowering, encouraging message to be a light for Christ amid the darkness and pain in this world, by the inspirational Instagram writer of Words Are Golden. “The practical guide you need to stop questioning your purpose and instead give the gift God has graciously placed within you.”—Ashley Morgan Jackson, bestselling author of Tired...2024-02-2010 min
Trusty HogsEp117. ALLYSON JUNE SMITH / Manifesting, Marriage and Making FriendsA riotously fun episode this week with a Canadian British comedy circuit favourite, the exuberant and hilarious Allyson June Smith! We sort some listener problems right out, manifest our best lives, and divide up the podcast assets in case of Helen's demise...FOLLOW ALLYSON: @AllysonJSTOUR TICKETS: trustyhogs.com/tourThank you so much for listening!Support us at https://www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe...2024-01-181h 09
Retro Movie Geek2023 Spooky Flix Fest TV Bonus – The Ray Bradbury TheaterYou can watch the VIDEO version of this episode here: Spooky Flix Fest BONUS Episode: Ray Bradbury Theater - The Crowd - Horror TV Review (1985)) - YouTube
In this bonus TV episode, the Retro Movie Geek crew is joined by Allyson aka The Horror Unicorn (find more from Allyson here & here) and also Huw Lloyd (check out more from Huw here), and they're geeking out over the The Ray Bradbury Theater episode The Crowd (1985) and
good writing
Ray Bradbury
other TV anthology shows
the creepy crowd
and much, much more!
Synopsis:
A car crash survivor discovers that the same sinister, m...2023-10-2649 min
Spencer and Mom Talk Sports.Coach Spencer Brown!Join Spencer and Mom in episode 27 as they discuss Spencer's new job announcement and the mixed emotions of leaving Missouri State University after five years. Get a glimpse into Spencer's thoughts on his new role and the memories he cherishes from his GA experience. Tune in to hear where Spencer will be coaching next season! Thank you for listening to the Spencer and Mom Talk Sports Podcast. Follow us on Instagram at @spencerandmom 2023-05-1722 minSpencer and Mom Talk Sports.Episode 26: Guest Jaylynn DyeIn this episode of the Spencer and Mom Talk Sports podcast, Spencer welcomes his former AAU teammate (since 2nd grade!) and current Air Force member, Jaylynn Dye, who is currently stationed in Saudi Arabia. Spencer and Jaylynn take a trip down memory lane, reminiscing about the summer basketball tournaments, road trips, and games they played together. They also discuss their experiences of playing high school basketball against each other.Spencer and Jaylynn delve into the NBA playoffs, breaking down the teams and their predictions for the rest of the postseason. They also share their thoughts on Name...2023-04-271h 23Spencer and Mom Talk Sports.Episode 25: You Can't See UsWelcome to episode 25 of Spencer and Mom Talk Sports! In this episode, we dive deep into the exciting conclusion of the NCAA Men's and Women's Final Four tournaments. We discuss the standout performances of the players, the ups and downs of each team's journey to the final games, and the intense emotions that come with such high-stakes competition.Mom also takes a critical look at the officiating in the women's national championship game, which left many fans and analysts frustrated. She recommends that officials should have to hold a press conference after games to talk about their...2023-04-0554 min
DCOMmentariesNOW YOU SEE IT...Al and Val do some magic tricks to get to the bottom of the magical mystery, Now You See It. Will they be the next great kid magician? Listen to find out.Now You See It… (January 4, 2005)IMDB WikipediaDirected by Duwayne Dunham (Little Giants, Halloweentown, The Thirteenth Year, Ready to Run, Double Teamed, Right on Track, Tiger Cruise, Clone Wars + Edited Return of the Jedi)Written by Bill Fritz (mostly a producer on Real Housewives) (and STU!)Starring: A...2023-04-0453 minSpencer and Mom Talk Sports.Episode 24: And Then There Were FourThe weekend all college basketball fans have been waiting for...The Final Four. Spencer and Mom discuss the men's and women's FF and how both are very different this year. They discuss the question: Do you want the team that beat you to win the natty or the team you beat earlier in the season to win? They talk about how Miami has an advantage in recruiting because who doesn’t want to live in Miami? Mom shares how ticket prices for the men’s FF are less than the women’s ticket prices for their FF. ...2023-03-2941 minSpencer and Mom Talk Sports.Episode 23: Sooie-et SixteenSpencer and Mom break down the Sweet Sixteen and all the teams that busted their brackets. They discuss the Hogs' big win over Kansas and Spencer puts Mom on the spot about her feelings about shirtless coaches. (hint: she's not a fan) Mom also sends herself a future message not to get suckered by 7-footers. Other topics covered in this episode: Nick Saban throwing Shade, timing of the portal, upsets in the Women's tournament, coaching changes, (Mom quizzes Spencer on how he'll handle the "are you leaving this school" question) and why they both hate the handshake li...2023-03-2250 minSpencer and Mom Talk Sports.Episode 22: Catching Up on the MadnessSpencer and Mom are back (finally)! They catch up on the Super Bowl, NBA, Spencer's season and college basketball. Cheers to the podcast being 2 years old and starting during March Madness of 2021...so of course, Spencer and Mom talk about the big dance. Experience the anxiety and decision-making prowess as Spencer fills out a bracket on the podcast! Thank you for listening to the Spencer and Mom Talk Sports Podcast. Follow us on Instagram at @spencerandmom 2023-03-1659 minSpencer and Mom Talk Sports.Episode 21: The Heartache of Being a Hog FanRecorded the Sunday after the Hogs' loss to A&M...Spencer and Mom talk about the game, the head-scratching play calling, the absurd luck and their disappointment but undying love for the Hogs. Oh, and what is up with those white helmets? Spencer gives his take on NFL Sunday and how the family is faring in the Fantasy League. He also talks "briefly" about his loss in week two to his girlfriend, Maggie. Mom discovers NFL Redzone and feels the concept should be everywhere! Even though Spencer & Mom is a sports podcast...we can't help talki...2022-09-2642 minSpencer and Mom Talk Sports.Episode 20: The Family Fantasy Football LeagueSpencer and Mom are back from a small hiatus. They catch up on what's been happening in their lives for the past 6 months (travel, bachelor party, Garth Brooks and golf). Spencer is rocking new gear from show sponsor, The Twiggs Group! (visors are not actually for sale)Spencer created a family Fantasy Football League and he and Mom rate the team names and the overall selection of team members. (some of this content is NSFW)Razorback football is back and Spencer and Mom talk about the season so far...a few bold predictions and why Mo...2022-09-1657 min
The Vanity ProjectDay 3 - Fringe Live - Allyson June Smith & Diane SpencerVanity was joined by Allyson June Smith and Diane Spencer on day 3 of the Edinburgh Fringe.Tickets for The Vanity Project are available from https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/vanity-projectTickets for Drag Queen Wine Tasting are available from https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/drag-queen-wine-tasting Welcome to The Vanity Project - each week influential people from the worlds of activism, entertainment or politics sit down for conversation with London songstress, Vanity von Glow. Performers are known for being talkers, but this queen is also a great listener. In a cultural moment...2022-08-0849 min
Cacao ConversationsEpisode 121: Anna Littlejohn, Coach with the FASter Way to Fat LossGet control of the beautiful vessel that is your body, with goddess, Anna Littlejohn! A happy wife and Mother of three living in Fort Lauderdale Florida. Celebrating her 25th anniversary as a managing partner of a local plastic fabrication shop where they manufacture yacht windows, as Ft Lauderdale is the yachting capital of the world! However her true passion is helping women live their lives with the purpose and energy they were meant to have. She became a certified Coach with the FASter Way to Fat Loss 3 years ago and she knew instantly THIS is what lights her fire...2022-05-1831 minSpencer and Mom Talk Sports.Episode 19: Spencer Goes to the Final FourIn this episode, Spencer talks about going to his first Final Four and his experiences in New Orleans. Spencer and Mom admit how wrong they were about Duke winning it all and talk about the final two games of March Madness. They discuss the women’s national championship and how women’s basketball has finally caught up to UCONN. Spencer and Mom discuss coaching styles and how coaches react to big moments and the latest coaching changes. They discuss how players like Brady Manek can use the portal to move to a bigger program. Spencer talks about the Lakers' terr...2022-04-1541 minSpencer and Mom Talk Sports.Episode 18: Celebrating Our One Year AnniversarySpencer and Mom celebrate the one-year anniversary of the podcast and thank their listeners (especially Jay and Tyler) for listening and supporting the podcast. Spencer suggests that if listeners have questions or comments they should send them in so they can answer them on the next episode (hit us up in our Instagram DMs!). They talk about their brackets, which teams surprised them this year in the tournament and their predictions for the Final Four. Spencer and Mom discuss the great run the Razorbacks had in the tournament and their favorite player names they enjoy saying out loud. Spencer sha...2022-03-3132 minSpencer and Mom Talk Sports.Episode 17: Damani CarterSpencer and Mom welcome guest, Damani Carter to the podcast. Damani is a college football player, 3-time All SEC Academic honor roll member, podcast host (Trying to be Grown) and childhood friend of Spencer's. He shares his sports journey starting at a young age playing tackle football with Spencer and friends after (elementary) school to playing for the Razorbacks and Northeastern State University. Damani is still undecided about continuing his football career but is leaning towards becoming a college football coach once he is finished playing. Spencer and Damani share their NFL playoff predictions and how they fared in th...2022-01-2756 min
You Made Me WatchThe Santa Clause 3: The Escape ClauseThe Santa Clause trilogy is now complete! Last year Mike and Allyson tackled the first two movies in the Tim Allen Christmas franchise, but had to tap out. This year, they finish the saga of Scott Calvin with The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause.Will this be more akin to the original Star Wars trilogy or will it be more like the most recent trilogy where it suffers the laws of diminishing returns? Can comedy legend Martin Short's Jack Frost be magnetic enough to save the film? Will the chemistry of Alan Arkin and Ann-Margaret be the...2021-12-0425 minSpencer and Mom Talk Sports.Episode 16: Thankful for this PodcastSpencer and Mom run through a list of topics on this episode: Spencer living his best life with a visit to the Chiefs game, Razorback football, Spencer and Mom's anxiety while flying, how Spencer's GA duties have changed now that season has started. They talk about what they are thankful for and their favorite food to eat at Thanksgiving (not turkey) and they completely spoil the movie The Eternals for any listeners who haven't seen it yet(36:40)! Finally, Spencer and Mom pay tribute to their beloved dog, Lewis, who passed away in October. Thank you for listening to...2021-11-2443 min