The LA Realtor Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Stay Out of the Courtroom - A Discussion on Real Estate Disputes with Attorney Jack LaPedis Nov 29, 2022

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Hosts Paul and Sara are joined by attorney Jack LaPedis to discuss the inside workings of real estate disputes. We learn the importance of resolving lawsuits in the dispute stage rather than going to trial, why the best settlements are the ones where no one is happy, and who is really on the hook when it's time for a payout. We also cover the types of questions realtors should ask when doing disclosures, why including your clients on all communications could be your saving grace, and one very important rule all realtors should live by - you can't get sued over something you disclose.

Jack LaPedis jack@lapedislaw.com https://lapedislaw.com/ Paul Dashevsky, GreatBuildz https://www.greatbuildz.com/ Sara Lehmann, Glen Oaks Escrow slehmann@glenoaksescrow.com https://glenoaksescrow.com/ The LA Realtor Podcast larealtorpod@gmail.com https://www.podpage.com/la-realtor-podcast/

Data Geek Chic - Market Trends, Escrow, and Everything in Between, with Joe Curtis Nov 22, 2022

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Hosts Paul and Sara are joined by the COO of Pango Group, Joe Curtis, for a discussion on today's market trends, escrow best practices, and more. We learn what escrow is exactly and how it protects the interests of both buyers and sellers, and how to best avoid wire transfer fraud in the digital age. We also talk about how today's landscape differs greatly from 2008's 'bubble burst,' how being able to manage variable income might be the most important skill you learn as a realtor, andhow current market-trend data might drive your next moves as an agent.

Joe Curtis https://pangogroup.com/ Paul Dashevsky, GreatBuildz https://www.greatbuildz.com/ Sara Lehmann, Glen Oaks Escrow slehmann@glenoaksescrow.com https://glenoaksescrow.com/ The LA Realtor Podcast larealtorpod@gmail.com https://www.podpage.com/la-realtor-podcast/

Adventures in Property Management With Dee Soffer Nov 15, 2022

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Hosts Paul and Sara are joined by Dee Soffer to discuss the ups and downs of property management and leasing. We learn about the many hats property managers have to wear, why renters tend to treat single family properties as their 'own,' the difference between being a property manager and a leasing agent, and how something as simple as a lemon tree can cause so much conflict. Dee Soffer dee@optimaenterprises.com https://www.optimaenterprises.com/ Paul Dashevsky, GreatBuildz https://www.greatbuildz.com/ Sara Lehmann, Glen Oaks Escrow slehmann@glenoaksescrow.com https://glenoaksescrow.com/ The LA Realtor Podcast larealtorpod@gmail.com https://www.podpage.com/la-realtor-podcast/

Moratorium Mayhem – LA's Eviction Scene, with Attorney Richard Marker Nov 08, 2022

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Hosts Paul and Sara welcome attorney Richard Marker to discuss the upcoming end of the Covid eviction moratorium in Los Angeles. We learn how the moratorium affected both tenants and landlords, what to expect now that it's ending, why there may be an influx of investor-owned properties for sale, and - most importantly - what happens to all that debt?

Richard Marker rmarker@flash.net https://www.greenandmarkerlaw.com/ Paul Dashevsky, GreatBuildz https://www.greatbuildz.com/ Sara Lehmann, Glen Oaks Escrow slehmann@glenoaksescrow.com https://glenoaksescrow.com/ The LA Realtor Podcast larealtorpod@gmail.com https://www.podpage.com/la-realtor-podcast/

Lights, Camera, Transaction with Gary Magnone Nov 01, 2022

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Hosts Paul and Sara are joined by Gary Magnone of the cutting-edge digital media marketing company, Contrast House. We discuss the changing landscape of digital marketing, how editorial-style photography can elevate your listing, why your 'listing launch' is so important, the social platforms you should be focusing on (hint - it's all of them!), and why agents should probably avoid the dreaded 'bathroom selfie' in their marketing photos. Gary Magnone gmagnone@gmail.com https://contrast.house/homepage/ Paul Dashevsky, GreatBuildz https://www.greatbuildz.com/ Sara Lehmann, Glen Oaks Escrow slehmann@glenoaksescrow.com https://glenoaksescrow.com/ The LA Realtor Podcast larealtorpod@gmail.com https://www.podpage.com/la-realtor-podcast/

Talking Title on a Tuesday with Marisa Azra Oct 25, 2022

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Hosts Paul and Sara welcome guest Marisa Azra, Account Executive at Chicago Title, to discuss one of the most important steps of the real estate process. We learn why your title rep should be your first call after landing a listing, what exactly a 'PTR' is, some surprising secrets about shared property, and how local television was the original real estate reel.

Marisa Azra, Chicago Title

marisa.azra@ctt.com

https://losangeles.ctic.com/Offices/Glendale

Paul Dashevsky, GreatBuildz

https://www.greatbuildz.com/

Sara Lehmann, Glen Oaks Escrow

slehmann@glenoaksescrow.com

https://glenoaksescrow.com/

The LA Realtor Podcast

larealtorpod@gmail.com

Management Magic with Steve Heravi Oct 18, 2022

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Hosts Paul and Sara are joined by real estate industry veteran Steve Heravi, Managing Director at Compass Real Estate. We cover how agents can benefit from a branch manager, what 'deal doctoring' is, the best ways to stay connected and present in your clients' lives, a potential mass exodus from the real estate industry, and why you just might have to bite the bullet and get on TikTok. Steve Heravi, Compass steven.heravi@compass.com https://www.compass.com/agents/steven-heravi/ Paul Dashevsky, GreatBuildz https://www.greatbuildz.com/ Sara Lehmann, Glen Oaks Escrow slehmann@glenoaksescrow.com https://glenoaksescrow.com/ The LA Realtor Podcast larealtorpod@gmail.com

Game of Loans – Talking Mortgages with Brian Minkow Oct 11, 2022

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Hosts Paul and Sara chat this week with Brian Minkow, Divisional VP of Homebridge Mortgage, one of the top mortgage originators in the country. We discuss the current market climate and future forecasts, the difference between Fed interest rates and mortgage rates, the rising popularity of bank statement loans, and why sometimes telling your clients to 'shut up' is an option. Brian Minkow, Homebridge Mortgage brian.minkow@homebridge.com https://www.homebridge.com/loan-originator/brian-minkow/ Paul Dashevsky, GreatBuildz https://www.greatbuildz.com/ Sara Lehmann, Glen Oaks Escrow slehmann@glenoaksescrow.com https://glenoaksescrow.com/ The LA Realtor Podcast larealtorpod@gmail.com

Center Stage - How Professional Staging Can Improve Your Listing, With Kelley Mehlmann Sep 30, 2022

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Hosts Paul and Sara are joined by one of LA's amazing home stagers, Kelley Mehlman of K Grace Interiors, to discuss the art of staging and how it can benefit both realtors and homeowners. We'll learn the do's and don'ts of hiring a professional stager, how and when to involve them in the process, and - most importantly! - where do they keep all that furniture?

Kelly Mehlman, K Grace Interiors: https://www.instagram.com/kgraceinteriors/ http://www.kgraceinteriors.com/ Paul Dashevsky, GreatBuildz https://www.greatbuildz.com/ Sara Lehmann, Glen Oaks Escrow slehmann@glenoaksescrow.com https://glenoaksescrow.com/

Protect Yourself Before You Wreck Yourself - Home Warranty with Heidi Marshall Sep 30, 2022

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Hosts Paul and Sara sit down with Heidi Marshall of First American to discuss all things Home Warranty. We chat about what a Home Warranty is, who usually pays for it, how it benefits homeowners, the most common claims, and learn the best time to get your roof checked (hint - it's not when it's raining!).

Heidi Marshall, First American hmarshall@firstam.com https://www.firstam.com/ Paul Dashevsky, GreatBuildz https://www.greatbuildz.com/ Sara Lehmann, Glen Oaks Escrow slehmann@glenoaksescrow.com https://glenoaksescrow.com/ The LA Realtor Podcast larealtorpod@gmail.com