May 3, 2015
April 26, 2015
April 19, 2015
April 12, 2015
April 5, 2015
March 29, 2015
Income Taxes and Real Estate: What is Deductible. What’s the Real Benefits of Home Ownership? Myths vs Reality are uncovered by Real Estate Revealed’s very own, Anne Schwab, Certified Financial Planner and Author! “What should I do to get my home ready for an appraisal? Is there anything I should have available for the appraiser? Most people don’t have an appraisal done often, so, I’ll go over the top 10 things to do when the appraiser calls to set up your appointment. Randy Barcella
March 15, 2015
“Do you know the Top 5 Problems caused by Over Pricing a home?” – Betsy Loeb, expert Realtor from Baird & Warner; “Do you know if Rental Real Estate is a Good idea or a Bad idea now?” – Anne Schwab, Certified Financial Planner & Author. Rick Hiton, President of ICAP, representing Illinois Appraiser’s Updates
March 8, 2015
Do you know what Illinois city started the “Smart Living” rewards system?…that the rest of the USA cities are paying close attention to?…and the “Sustainability” program, saving homeowners and businesses energy and water? Mayor Dan McLaughlin from Orland Park in studio! Do you know how to Appeal Lowering your Taxes? “Hart & David” Law Firrm, featuring Joel Funk. What’s the latest on the “new down payment programs” and interest rates…? Loan Officer, Tina Szenasi, from “Movement Mortgage” Company!
March 1, 2015
Behind on Your Mortgage? What Are Your Options? Do you know someone having trouble? Receive Today’s Secret Steps to Surviving all this in 2015, with Anne Schwab, Certified Financial Planner & Author. Are you selling your home and remodeling? Will you get it all back? Do you know that Cost does not equal Value in most cases? Do you know what the current Homeowner Spending Trends are now? Chicagoland Kitchen & Baths and the DT-Group Builders, Tom and Leticia Frenkel.
February 22, 2015
Do you know When is the Best Time to Remodel your home? Do you also know Why you are remodeling? Chicagoland Kitchen & Bath Company and the DT Group Builders, Tom & Letty Frenkel! Do you know what your “Why” is, when you are thinking about buying a home? Why now? Why this house? Why this neighborhood? Does it even make sense, personally & financially? Baird and Warner’s Real Estate Broker, Betsy Loeb to help you navigate and make sense of all of this!
February 15, 2015
5 Actions to Stay Financially Healthy in Your New Home. Hart & David Law Firm, featuring Joel Funk and Brandon Hall. Anne Schwab, Certified Financial Planner & Author. Julia Mezher, Chicago Title Land Trust.
February 8, 2015
Did you know that Not all Pre-Approval letters mean that you really do qualify for that loan and You May Not be Able to Close on Your Purchase? Why is that? Do you know that you can purchase a new home in as little as 3 years after a foreclosure? Tina Szenasi, from Movement Mortgage has all the latest news. Do you know what your options are for refinancing your remodeling project? Tom and Leticia Frenkel from Chicagoland Kitchen and Baths & the DT Group Builders,
February 1, 2015
Woman Power! One of Chicagoland’s finest, Anne Schwab, Certified Financial Planner & Author is live in studio. Do you know the Top 5 Costs to Anticipate when buying a home? Do you know the Top 5 Pitfalls to Avoid Disaster when buying a home? Exciting informative show!
January 11, 2015
“Did you hear the Top 10 Reasons that 2015 will Rock for Real Estate?” Betsy Loeb, Baird & Warner’s Finest Realtor, will share with us, her expert, valuable and current information!
“Are you confused as to what Prices to pay your contractor?” Do you know the “Top 12 Steps to take to Insure the Proper Pricing Points?” This is not HGTV or misleading ads! Hear the Truth from the Midwest’s Best and Most Reputable Builders & Remodelers, Chicagoland Kitchen & Baths and the DT Group’s, Tom and Leticia Frenkel!
January 4, 2015
Are you a first time Home Buyer? Do you think that just because you’re in the 20 to 30 something age range that you have to rent or stay living at home? Do you know what the top 10 steps are for Home Buying? Baird and Warner’s finest, Betsy Loeb, to share with us the Myths vs Reality with regards to “First Time Home Buyers” Do you know what is the most important room in your house? Dr. John Principe, founder of WellBeingMD. He says that a Healthy Home equals a Healthier Happier Life! His top 5 simple ways you can improve your life!
December 28, 2014
Do you know the top 10 things to do, when remodeling your home and you are getting ready for the Remodeling Contractor? Do you know what to do and how to get ready for a Home Appraisal? Tom & Leticia Frenkel from Chicagoland Kitchen & Bath – the DT Group and me, Randy Barcella.
December 14, 2014
Do you think that FHA calls for repairs? As a Homeowner or a Realtor, do you purposely not list a house for sale FHA, since you think that there’s an FHA Inspector that’s going to come and call for a whole list of repairs and conditions? Really? I’ll dispel all the Myths vs Reality here and you will be surprised! Special Holiday Tribute! The Salvation Army’s “Red Kettles” that you see everywhere now. Where did that tradition come from? Who started it? Who’s in charge of all those hundreds of red kettles? What happens with all that money collected?
Live in studio is Salvation Army’s finest, the top Captain’s Michael & Kristina Sjogren!
December 7, 2014
“How to Choose a Remodeling Contractor”. Do you know the top 10 steps necessary to make your dreams come true and avoid the nightmares and pitfalls? What are the top 10 questions you should ask? What are the red flags that you must avoid? The Midwest’s “Premier” Kitchen and Bath remodeling contractors, the President and CEO of “Chicagoland Kitchen and Bath”, Thomas and Leticia Frenkel of the “DT Group”
November 30, 2014
What’s the difference between a Sales Contract, MLS Listings & Sales Brochures? Which is more credible and determinative? Do you know how to sell the property of a deceased person? Do you know the difference between Probate, a Will and a Small Estate? FREE Legal Advice! James Erwin, Chicagoland’s Top Real Estate Attorney!
November 23, 2014
What’s the Truth about Flipping & Real Estate Investing? Do you really believe those commercials promising you easy thousands of dollars per month, …just show up to our seminar. You don’t need experience, money, education or anything. Really? We have the Truth vs Myths, regarding Flipping & Real Estate Investing! We have the answers!
November 16, 2014
Did you that there’s different Warranties on homes, for both new construction and existing private homes? Do you know what’s covered with theses warranties? Do you know that you have the right to a Final Walk-Through on your home purchase. What are your options? Chicagoland’s Top Real Estate Attorney, James Erwin. He will be live in studio to give us clarity on these issues and what to do and what your rights are! Also, Jeff Baker’s Mortgage Minute updates, from ChicagoLoanCoach.com
November 9, 2014
When is “too much”, “Too Much?” “Do you think that Cost = Value?” An in depth look at “Improvements” vs “Over-Improvements”. You will be very surprised!
November 2, 2014
Did you know that “Jumbo” Loan Mortgage Rates are lower than ever? and so are the deals on these homes going into winter now! Jeff Baker, Chicagoland’s #1 Loan Officer, from ChicagoLoanCoach.com will be taking your calls, live in studio!
October 26, 2014
“Appraisals Gone Bad” Did you ever have your re-finance fall apart, because the appraiser “low-balled” the value of your home? Have you been involved in a purchase, where the appraiser was way off on the value & then, sadly, the few deals that were involved here fell apart? Families are left empty handed and now, no closings and no moving!! These disasters really disrupt lives! What can be done? I will share with you all the details.
October 19, 2014
Exciting Show!: “Interest Rates have fallen in the 3’s again!!” Should I re-finance again now? How much do rates have to drop for a refi? Loan Approval Issues. Underwriting continues to be tougher than ever in the last 15 years. What do you need to do, to be prepared when applying for a mortgage? How do help buyers and sellers understand what determines the price? There’s more than one way to purchase a home…. Chicagoland’s top Loan Officer, Jeff Baker from ChicagoLoanCoach.com, and Tom Cunningham, Re/Max Action’s top Realtor!
October 5, 2014
What’s “Really the Truth?” on Short Sales and Foreclosures? Chicagoland’s top Real Estate Attorney, James Erwin will be live in studio! FREE Legal Advice! Special New Time & Date: SUNDAY Morning, 8am
September 27, 2014
Jeff Baker, #1 Loan Officer from ChicagoLoanCoach.com. Do know how much can you afford as you start to look to buy? Ever hear of debt ratios–what are they? Do they matter? Do you have a budget?
Why are Investors leaving the market!?! Flipping is less attractive in a rising interest rate environment. The number of distressed properties have also fallen.
September 20, 2014
FREE Legal Advice! Chicagoland’s #1 Real Estate Attorney, James Erwin.
Do you know how you own your home? or how you are going to take ownership at your upcoming closing? Is it Tenancy in Common? Joint Tenancy? or Tenancy by the Entirety? Is it the same if you are married, divorced, widowed, single or with a significant other? Do you know how to insulate your… personal assets from your investment real estate?
September 13, 2014
August 30, 2014
Buying or Selling a home & getting a Mortgage can be very stressful, complicated & confusing. It doesn’t have to be that way! Dr Principe, founder of Well Being MD, is back in the studio to share with us, his remarkable, easy to follow, sensible, health & lifestyle tips.
Jeff Baker, ChicagoLoanCoach.com has great news for first time home buyers.
Karla Mina, she always surprises us with her passion and expertise in the current Chicago real estate market trends, from Coldwell Banker, the Nudo Team
August 23, 2014
Do you live in the City or Suburbs? Urbanite or Suburbanite? and Why? Seems to be two Very Different groups of people, with a lot of differences of opinions! Lively discussion! with Karla Mina – Coldwell Banker The Nudo Team, Tom Cunningham – ReMax Action and Jeff Baker – ChicagoLoanCoach.com
August 16, 2014
What’s an FHA , a VA and a Conventional Loan? What are the essential things you need to know about buying real estate in 2014? Buyers & Sellers haven’t been on the same page lately. Why?
Karla Mina, from Colwell Banker the Nudo Team and Chicagoland’s #1 Mortgage Expert, Jeff Baker from ChicagoLoanCoach.com.
Also, ICAP, Illinois Coalition of Appraisal Professionals representatives, expert Appraisers Richard Deverdier & Kenneth Mrozek are with us to share all the latest and greatest news!
August 9, 2014
Why aren’t the “20-somethings” buying? Is there still a shortage of inventory? How can we help the younger folks get into purchasing a new home?
Is an Appraisal of your home the same as a Home Inspection?
What’s an Appraisal? What’s a Home Inspection? What’s the difference? and when do you get one?
Tom Cunningham, Expert Real Estate Broker from Re/Max Action and Randy Barcella.
August 2, 2014
What is a short sale? What is the difference between a short sale & foreclosure? Can anyone do a short sale or do you have to prove hardship? Have you ever heard of “strategic default?” and is that legal?
Karla Mina, from Coldwell Banker, the Nudo team and Jeff Baker, from ChicagoLoanCoach.com
July 26, 2014
July 26 Show Preview
Exciting show this Saturday! “What happened to the good old days??”
It’s much more difficult to get financing these days.
My appraiser doesn’t know what my loan officer discussed
The broker I did business with is out of the business now? Where do I go?
Jeff Baker, #1 Mortgage Loan Expert from ChicagoLoanCoach.com will be in the studio!
Also, Why are some towns going up drastically in values and others are not? Is it a seller’s market now? Did you know that 44% of Realtors did not do 1 deal last year.
Tom Cunningham, Re/Max Action’s Expert Broker will also be live in studio,
Call in and join the discussion, as we peel back the layers, draw aside the curtains, open the doors and uncover all the current Myths vs Reality! 🙂 AM 560 The Answer, Saturday 6pm.
www.RealEstateRevealed.net
July 19, 2014
July 19 Show Preview
Do you think that if you’re on medications, drugs, pills and shots, that you will always have to be a physical and financial prisoner to them?
Do you think that the only way to lose weight, treat cholesterol, blood pressure, allergies, diabetes, heart disease, stress and various other health issues, can only be with medications, drugs, pills and shots?
…or, Do you believe that is a more Natural, Simple and Sustainable way to be Healthy and Happy?
Are you “sick and tired of being sick and tired?”
Exciting news! Pay close attention to this Saturday on Real Estate Revealed: World Renowned, Dr Principe, founder of Well Being MD will be live, in studio!
WellBeingMD is moving Medicine to where it belongs.
The bedrocks of Lifestyle Change- Clean Food, Physical Activity and Stress Reduction.
WellBeingMD is Science based, Simple and seeks Sustainable solutions for every individual.
We live in a toxic world and need to find solutions that saves the planet’s health.
WellBeingMD has a team of dedicated individuals to give you the tools to take control of your health:
Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Massage Therapy, Nutrition Counselors, WellCoach, Functional Fitness, Yoga, Tai Chi and Zumba.
Also, Did you know that buying and selling a home can be very stressful, complicated and confusing – why?
Do you think that there is a lack of good customer service from your real estate broker?
Shouldn’t your home be peaceful, in harmony and your sanctuary of positives and good health?
Stop the madness! How?
Karl Mina, Real Estate Revealed’s very own, from Coldwell Banker – The Nudo Team, will be live in studio to peel back the layers, draw aside the curtains, open the doors and Reveal Realistic answers and Simple solutions.
Yes, you can enjoy a more positive experience when buying and selling 🙂
This Saturday, July 19th, AM 560 The Answer.
Visit www.RealEstateRevealed.net
July 12, 2014
July 12 Show Preview
Is now a good time to Rent or Buy?
Is this a good time to buy Investment Properties?
Why buy now? What are the pitfalls?
Jeff Baker, Chicago’s #1 leading Mortgage Loan Officer, from ChicagoLoanCoach.com, will peel back the layers, draw aside the curtains, open the doors and revel the Myths vs Reality here!
Do you know that Renters are moving up to being Buyers in the next 12-60 months? Did you know that Single family home Renters are the most motivated and ready to purchase. Renters are feeling the pinch. Rents are sky rocketing and therefore leading to home sales.
Tom Cunningham, Chicago’s very own and Real Estate Revealed’s expert Real Estate Broker from Re/Max Action, will be live, in studio to reveal all the latest, most accurate current market trends!
Do you need Renter’s Insurance? What actually is Renter’s Insurance? What is covered? What’s not covered?
Christine Toczek, Allstate Insurance Company’s Top Agent, will be live in the studio, to revel all the Myths vs Reality here!
You don’t want to miss this show!! Saturday, 6pm, AM 560 The Answer
Go to: www.RealEstateRevealed.net
July 5, 2014
Allstate’s Best, Christine Toczek and Coldwell Banker’s Finest, Karla Mina, the Nudo Team. How much do you really know about your Home Owners Insurance? Do you think that flood damage is covered? Do you think that medical expenses are covered in case of injury? Do you know what’s really going on in the Chicago real estate markets? Is it a Seller’s or Buyer’s market?
July 5 Show Preview
This Saturday, July 5th on Real Estate Revealed:
How much do you really know about your Home Owners Insurance?
Do you think that flood damage is covered? Do you think that medical expenses are covered in case of injury? Do you think that your premium goes up every time a claim is filed? Do you think that All valuables are covered? including jewelry and furs? Can you buy a house without buying home insurance?
Allstate’s Best, Christine Tozcek is in the studio, to peel back the layers, draw aside the curtains, open the doors and Revel the Truth, exposing those Myths vs Realities!
Also, Do you know what’s really going on in the Chicago markets? Is there a rise in single family or condo markets? Is it a Seller’s or Buyer’s market? Should homeowners make repairs before selling? Is it a good idea to “for sale by owner?”. Is consumer confidence up?
Coldwell Banker’s Finest, Karla Mina, from the Nudo Team, is in studio to Reveal the Myths vs Realities here!
You don’t want to miss this one! Real Estate Revealed, Saturday, 6pm on AM 560 The Answer.
www.RealEstateRevealed.net
June 28, 2014
Tom Cunningham from ReMax
Welcome Home Loan in IL of $7500 to first time buyers. What’s hot in Chicago now? Randy Barcella – Do you still think that FHA calls for repairs? I’ll reveal those Myths vs Reality!
June 28 Show Preview
Did you know that:
There’s a Welcome Home Loan from the Illinois Dept. of Housing Authority, where you can get a gift of $7500 to help with your down payment, when buying a home? and After 5yrs of living in the home it is forgiven!
Do you know what Illinois City is ranked #5, according to the NAR, for most walk-able cities in the USA?
Did you know that Realtors have a fiduciary responsibility to thier clients similar to attorney\ client privilege?
Do you know what’s one of the hottest real estate market neighborhoods in all of Chicago now?
Tom Cunningham, Chicago’s very own, from ReMax Action, is here to “peel back the layers, draw aside the curtains, open the doors and uncover the Truth into all of this!” We’re going to Reveal the truth about these market Myths vs Reality”
Also, later in the show:
Do you think that FHA calls for repairs? Are you a Realtor, Homeowner or Loan Officer that avoids selling a house FHA, because you think there’s an FHA Inspector and that the house has to get FHA Approved? and that there’s a lot of repairs? Really?
Randy Barcella will be going over all these Urban Myths vs Reality. You’ll be Happy and Surprised to find out the truth!
June 21, 2014
Karla Mina and Jeff Baker
Did you that buying and selling a home and getting a mortgage is stressful? Easy and fast money flipping houses? Myths vs Reality! Jumbo Mortgage Rates are better than conforming!
It’s Here! Real Estate Revealed!
“Did you know that buying and selling a home can be very stressful, complicated and confusing?”
“Why is that? “It doesn’t have to be that way!”
“Did you know that you can’t really believe all that you hear about how easy it is to make a lot of easy and big money in Real Estate Flipping? You’ve heard those commercials:
“I’m the #1 house flipper in your areas. You can make a lot of money flipping, too! All you have to do is show up for my two day seminars. Hurry, seats are almost al sold out! You don’t need money, you don’t need good credit, you don’t need experience! Make $50,000 on your first deal and an extra $10,000 per month, just part time!”
REALLY??? Do you believe all that?
Karla Mina, Chicago’s very own, from Coldwell Banker, The Nudo Team is here to “peel back the layers, draw aside the curtains, open the doors and uncover the Truth into all of this!” We’re going to Reveal the truth about these market Myths vs Reality”
“Did you also know that getting a Mortgage Loan can be very stressful, complicated and confusing?”
“Why is that? “It doesn’t have to be that way!”
“Did you know that –Jumbo Loan rates are actually Better than conforming rates right now.” A huge percentage of jumbo buyers are paying cash, but there’s no need to. If you can earn 8-10% return on your investments, it is a huge mistake to tie up all of your capital in your home.
To Reveal these Market Myths vs Reality with Mortgages, we have Chicago’s #1 Chicago Loan Coach, Jeff Baker live in the studio with us!
Tune in this Saturday, 6pm, AM 560 The Answer