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Real Estate Finder
by Matthew Maschler
Welcome to the Real Estate Finder Podcast! I'm Matthew Maschler, the Real Estate Finder. And on this show, we will share my passion and knowledge of real estate. I'm a real estate broker with the Signature Real Estate Companies, and we sell Florida real estate here in Palm Beach County - where I live - Broward, Miami, the West Coast, Naples through Sarasota, and Central Florida - where we sell real estate in Orlando and near Disney World. Joining me each episode will be agents from my office and the very best vendors servicing the real estate industry. So, whether you're looking for residential, vacation, or investment properties in Florida; the Real Estate Finder Podcast will provide insider information, examine the latest trends, and reveal some of the tips, tricks, and techniques needed to make smart decisions and get the very best from this and any market! Each episode we will highlight amazing properties, take a deep dive into some recent deals we've done, chat with industry
Episodes
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Ep. 163 - The Myth of East Boca vs. West Boca: There's Only One Boca Raton
Is there really such a thing as East Boca and West Boca? According to Boca Raton real estate broker Matthew Maschler, not exactly. In this episode of the Real Estate Finder Podcast, Matthew tackles one of his biggest Boca Raton real estate pet peeves: the idea that East Boca and West Boca are two...
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Ep. 162 - New Listing Alert in Woodfield Country Club
If you are in the market for a house, please let Matthew know right away! He will take you to see this new Woodfield Country Club gem. Move in ready! Send us an email or ask to join us on The Real Estate Finder Podcast! www.RealEstateFinder.com Shop podcast T-shirts:...
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Ep. 161 - Looking Professional on Zoom
Matthew shares what to do and what not to do during Zoom meetings. The virtual world deserves our time and respect, too! Send us an email or ask to join us on The Real Estate Finder Podcast! www.RealEstateFinder.com Shop podcast T-shirts: prowrestlingtees.com/matthewmania Check out some of the…
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Ep. 160 - Business Cards
In this episode, Matthew Mashler of Signature Real Estate Finder dives deep into a topic that continues to spark debate among Realtors, sales professionals, and young entrepreneurs: Are business cards still relevant in 2026? Spoiler alert—yes, they are. Matthew breaks down why the traditional...
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Ep. 159 - Stone Creek Ranch YouTube Behind the Scenes
Tune in to hear all about Matthew's knowledge and expertise on Stone Creek Ranch featuring Mark Wahlberg's big move. Take a listen to our behind the scenes YouTube content creation! Send us an email or ask to join us on The Real Estate Finder Podcast! www.RealEstateFinder.com Shop podcast…
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Ep. 158 - Stone Creek Ranch x Mark Wahlberg
Learn about how Matthew became a Real Estate Agent, hear all about Stone Creek Ranch, and delve into Mark Wahlberg buying in our lovely state of Florida. Send us an email or ask to join us on The Real Estate Finder Podcast! www.RealEstateFinder.com Shop podcast T-shirts:...
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Ep. 157 - Your House Is Flooded—Now What? Emergency Water Damage 101
In this episode, we sit down with Rakesh from United Water Restoration Group of South Florida to talk about real-life water damage emergencies—and how to respond before things go from bad to worse. From how to find your home’s main water shut-off valve to whether or not to call your insurance...
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Ep. 156 - Rent to Own - Will Seller Make Repairs?
In this episode, we break down a listener question about a common — but often misunderstood — housing scenario: rent-to-own. What happens when the roof is falling apart and the buyer-to-be wants the landlord to fix it before closing? We discuss: Why rent-to-own contracts are tricky for both...
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Ep. 155 - Days on Market - Manipulation?
In this episode, Matthew tackles a common concern among real estate agents: high days on market (DOM). Is resetting the DOM a smart strategy—or is it deceptive? Matthew breaks down why long DOM isn’t necessarily a red flag, what really impacts showings, and why staging or resetting the clock…
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Ep. 154 - Business Cards
Matthew still swears by carrying physical business cards, believing they leave a lasting impression—especially with a photo—unlike forgettable digital alternatives. He sees them as a simple but powerful tool for professionalism, branding, and making meaningful connections. Listen in to hear why....
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Ep. 153 - Who Pays the Buyer's Agent?
In this episode, we dive into the often misunderstood and confusing world of buyer broker agreements and real estate commission structures. Whether you're an agent, buyer, or just curious how real estate deals really work behind the scenes, this episode is full of insight and strategy. Send us an...
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Ep. 152 - Days on Market
In this episode, we break down the “Days on Market” (DOM) metric — what it means, how it’s tracked, and what it can tell you about a property. Whether you’re a buyer wondering why a home hasn’t sold, or a seller thinking about relisting, understanding DOM can give you a major edge. We also talk...
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Ep. 151 - Moving For Work
In this episode, we dive into the personal and professional challenges of relocating for work, told through the story of a friend's move for work from New York City to Los Angeles. Matthew's friend shares his firsthand experience—from lunch-and-learn sessions and corporate relocation perks to the...
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Ep. 150 - Open Houses, Excuses, and Lazy Bones!!!
In this episode, we dive deep into the strategy, psychology, and marketing power behind open houses in real estate. We share our enthusiasm for open houses as a dual-purpose tool: promoting both the property and the agent. We discuss leveraging open houses to: Increase listing visibility Attract...
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Ep. 149 - New Listings and New Owners
In today's episode, Matthew and Jill dive into the evolving expectations of real estate clients—where polish and presentation are valued over expertise—and how this impacts the agent-seller dynamic. The discussion shifts into a complex real-world scenario involving a property held in a trust…
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Ep. 148 - New License, Big Dreams: What It Takes to Become an Agent In Today's World
In this episode, Matthew Maschler discusses how Signature Real Estate Finder helps new agents thrive through mentorship, tech training, and team support. Send us an email or ask to join us on The Real Estate Finder Podcast! www.RealEstateFinder.com Shop podcast T-shirts:...
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Ep. 147 - The 4/24 Rule
Today Matthew shares a "private" tip that he is ready for more than just his employees to hear. This tip will leave all of the people in both your personal and professional lives impressed! Send us an email or ask to join us on The Real Estate Finder Podcast! www.RealEstateFinder.com Shop podcast...
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Ep. 146 - The Big Orange, Boca Raton!
Welcome to The Big Orange, Boca Raton!!! www.TheBigOrange.org Boca Raton is always open to welcome our friends from “Northern” states and this year is no exception. Whether it is snow storms, high taxes, government over reach or whatever is going on with the Mayor of New York City, Florida is…
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Ep. 145 - What the Panthers’ Win Means for South Florida
The Florida Panthers have done it again—Stanley Cup champions for the second year in a row! In this special, emotion-packed episode, we dive into the energy and excitement of the Panthers’ victory and what it means for South Florida- including real estate. From season ticket dreams and...
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Ep. 144 - Sandy T. Gerstein STG Concierge Moving & Organizing
Welcome to the Real Estate Finder Podcast as we are joined by Sandy T. Gerstein, an expert in professional organizing and moving logistics management. With a passion for helping clients move effortlessly and create harmonious living spaces, she founded STG Concierge Moving & Organizing to offer…
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Ep. 143 - Learn How to Build Buzz, Create Competition, Drive Demand and Create a Mini Bidding War!
Most people when they think of auctions only think of distressed or foreclosure auctions. But selling a luxury home by auction can be an effective strategy. If you can have multiple interested, buyers in the room together, you can really create a buzz and a bidding war. Join Staci, Jill and I as…
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Ep. 142 - Man I Hate Bullies
One important trait that a good agent needs is a spine. I cant stand when my agents say the other agent or a customer is putting pressure on them. I say do not let anybody put pressure on you, you out pressure on them. Do not let anybody make demands on you, you make demands on them. You have to...
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Ep. 141 - Real Estate Teams & Advertising: What You Can’t Say in Your Team Branding
In Florida, real estate teams or groups must adhere to specific advertising regulations outlined in Florida Administrative Code Rule 61J2-10.026. Key requirements include: • Brokerage Supervision: All team members must operate under the supervision of the same registered broker or brokerage. •...
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Ep. 140 - Lowering the Price Of Your Listing
When making a price drop on your listing, there is much more than just changing the price in the MLS. In this episode I talk about taking a strategic approach to get the most bang for your buck (or your Seller’s buck) when lowering the price. A listing agent should approach this as if it is a new...
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Ep. 139 - Seller Financing
A Buyer called me asking about my listing. He is asking about seller financing. If he puts $50k down. Who would make the terms up? A lawyer? Many times a seller can’t or won’t offer Seller financing and I explain more in this episode and answer the question regarding who makes up the terms. I…
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Ep. 138 - Sideline Technology For a Buyer Who Isn't Tech Savvy
On today's episode of Real Estate Finder podcast, Staci asks Matthew "Is it possible to go old school on a transaction and sideline the technology for a buyer who isn't tech savvy?” Everything in a transaction is streamlined to be so quick and easy via technology with Total Brokerage and…
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Ep. 137 - Auctions Versus Raffles
Lately I’ve attended various events that have had live auctions, silent auctions, and raffles and I wanted to talk about if it’s better to sell an item in an auction or via raffle. So join me today on the podcast while we discuss everything about event auctions and raffles. Want to know more?…
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Ep. 136 - The Walk Through Before Closing
Recently at the walk through before a closing for one of Jill Glanzer’s Buyers, we discovered that the Seller failed to deliver the property in the condition that was agreed to in the contract and inspection addendum. The contract was supposed to include all television sets, and according the the...
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Ep. 135 - Today’s Real Estate Market with Frank McKinney, Real Estate Rockstar
Welcome back to another exciting episode of Real Estate Finder Podcast. Today, we have an absolutely incredible guest—someone who has made a name for himself not just in luxury real estate but as a true visionary, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. If you’ve ever dreamed of Making It Big in this...
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Ep. 134 - Cover Your Ass With a Seller’s Disclosure
While not required by law, a Seller’s Disclosure is a good way for a Seller (and a Seller’s agent) to cover their ass. Buyer’s agents should always ask for one in any offer they draft on behalf of their Buyers. Listing agents should ask their Sellers to fill one out after they sign the listing...
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Ep. 133 - Stop Ghosting People and Always Be Following Up
The biggest complaint that I hear about real estate agents from their customers is that the real estate agent has not been in touch with the customer for an extended period of time. It is very important to follow up with your sellers, buyers and leads. Do not let too much time pass without...
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Ep. 132 - Selling South Florida
There are a lot of reality shows dealing with real estate and a new one dropped over New Year’s called Selling the City. Matthew and Staci are joined by Preston Smith this week and discuss our guilty pleasure of watching real estate TV like Sellling Sunset, Million Dollar Listing, Selling Tampa…
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Ep. 131 - Should I Stay or Should I Close?
This week we are joined by Preston Smith, who tells us about the successful closing of a condo that he listed in Miami, Florida. It almost didn’t close. Find out what happened and how we got the deal done. Great job Preston!!! Want to know more? Send us an email or ask to join us on The Real…
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Ep. 130 - Offers of Compensation Can Be Advertised Anywhere EXCEPT the MLS
According to the new rules that went into effect August 17, 2024 you may not display any form of compensation in the Multiple Listing Service. This includes a Bonus. You may however advertise it ANYWHERE ELSE. Sky writing. A billboard. A tattoo that says Bonus! It’s an easy rule. Just ask…
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Ep. 129 - Fortunate After 50 with David Dweck
Today on the Real Estate Finder podcast, we are joined by my good friend David Dweck author of Amazon best seller Fortunate After 50. David is the president and founder of the Boca Real Estate Investment Club and I am proud to call him a friend and mentor. Please join us as we talk to David about...
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Ep. 128 - As Is with the Right to Re-Inspect with Preston Smith
When a Buyer and Seller enter into the Florida As-Is Contract many times they have a different view of that As-Is means. Buyer’s often believe they can ask for credits and/or repairs during the inspection period. Seller’s often believe they are selling the house As-Is and they do not have to make...
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Ep. 127 - Purchasing During Holiday Times
It’s a hectic time of year with the holidays around the corner, tons of uncertainty in the media, and an election year. So how do you get buyers and buyer’s agents to your listings? On today’s episode of The Real Estate Finder podcast, Staci asks Matthew how to get buyers to her listing. Aside…
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Ep. 126 - What Do You Do For A Living? Discussing New Construction with Kris Nersten
Matthew and Staci are joined by Kris Nersten. He has been in the Real Estate Industry for over 25 years and has some questions about New Construction. Is new construction different than any other type of residential house sale? Are you allowed to inspect if buying new construction? I invite you…
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Ep. 125 - Baiting The Hook
This has been on my mind for a while now. When you are marketing a property there are so many things you want to say, so many features you want to point out. The problem is, How do you start?’ In the initial ads, you are trying to drive traffic to the house, you can’t point out all the individual...
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Ep. 124 - Battle of the Old Roof
Matthew is joined by Jill Glanzer who recently won the Golden Bell Education Foundation’s Battle of the Bands!!! After we talk about how AWESOME Jill is, we discuss our new listing with an old roof. Would you buy a house with an old roof? How would you price a home with an old roof? Lastly we…
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Ep. 123 - The Financing Contingency
In the Florida As-Is contract when The Buyer is obtaining financing, they usually have a financing contingency. Join us as we discuss what happens if the loan approval is not received by the deadline. Want to know more? Send us an email or ask to join us on The Real Estate Finder Podcast!...
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Ep. 122 - Decoupling Real Estate Commissions and listing an AMAZING property in Delray Beach, Florida
Welcome to The Real Estate Finder Podcast by Matthew H. Maschler, Real Estate Broker. Today in the Studio I am joined by Jill Glanzer and Preston Smith, of Signature Real Estate Finder. Traditionally the Seller of a home pays the commission for both the real estate agent who lists the house and…
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Ep. 121 - Black Saturday and How Selling Agent’s get paid
Welcome to The Real Estate Finder Podcast by Matthew H. Maschler, Real Estate Broker. Today in the Studio I am joined by Jill Glanzer and Preston Smith, of Signature Real Estate Finder. We are discussing Jill’s new listing, a 2 Bedroom with a Den. Should we list it as a two or three bedroom? We...
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Ep. 120 - Are we Real Estate Agents or Stand Up Comedians?
On today’s Real Estate Finder Podcast, Matthew reveals that since the last time Staci was in the studio, she performed stand up comedy at the Sadman Comedy Cafe right here in Royal Palm Plaza in Boca Raton, FL. According to Staci, it was “a one and done life bucket list item,” but that remains to...
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Ep. 119 - Real Estate for College Students Starring Lindsey Maschler
My daughter Lindsey joins me on The Real Estate Finder Podcast to talk about College Dorm Rooms! What was Freshmen year like for Lindsey? Well at least she did not have rats, bats or mold. How much fun is that? And we talk about choosing her dorm for Next year and preview living off campus the...
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Ep. 118 - The George Snow Scholarship Fund w/ Tim Snow and Jay Brandt
This week Staci Garcia and Matthew Maschler are thrilled to host Tim Snow and Jay Brandt of The George Snow Scholarship Fund to the Real Estate Finder Podcast. Tim tells us about growing up in Boca Raton, with his father George who was a real estate developer and teacher. We discuss Boca Raton…
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Ep. 117 - Florida Panthers, Juneteenth Closings, MLS Status updates and Advertising Co-Operating Commissions
It is June and that means Father’s Day, Graduations and Juneteenth Celebrations. And you can not close on a house on June 19th! If I did not say it clearly enough, make sure you do not write a contract that calls for a closing on that day. And in 2027 when it falls on a Saturday, do not schedule…
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Ep. 116 - Social Media Marketing for Realtors with Kelli Brink, Director of Podcast Growth Strategy at PodPopuli
Recently I have decided that it was important to grow the audience of this podcast and thanks to PodPopuli Podcast Studio, we met Kelli Brink, Director of Podcast Growth Strategy. It was nice to meet her in person, live on the Real Estate Finder Podcast. We talk about social media, and how she…
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Ep. 115 - Verbal Offers with Brittany Glazier
In today’s episode, we answer a question about verbal offers with Brittany Glazier. It’s a short episode because I’m heading to Alaska with the kids and I hope to be back next week. Shop podcast T-shirts: https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/matthewmania Check out some of the best vendors and service...
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Ep. 114 - Unsigned offers and Update on the home sale contingency deal.
In today’s episode, we bring our audience up to speed on the sale we had with a home sale contingency. We took some risk and it didn’t work out. Now we are left with an unstaged house and an unsigned offer. We discuss when offers become effective. And people who leave the door open at showings.…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to the Real Estate Finder Podcast! I'm Matthew Maschler, the Real Estate Finder. And on this show, we will share my passion and knowledge of real estate. I'm a real estate broker with the Signature Real Estate Companies, and we sell Florida real estate here in Palm Beach County - where I live - Broward, Miami, the West Coast, Naples through Sarasota, and Central Florida - where we sell real estate in Orlando and near Disney World. Joining me each episode will be agents from my office and the very best vendors servicing the real estate industry. So, whether you're looking for residential, vacation, or investment properties in Florida; the Real Estate Finder Podcast will provide insider information, examine the latest trends, and reveal some of the tips, tricks, and techniques needed to make smart decisions and get the very best from this and any market! Each episode we will highlight amazing properties, take a deep dive into some recent deals we've done, chat with industry
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