RE/MAX Real Estate Insights
by 1130 WDFN The Fan (WDFN-AM)
RE/MAX of Southeastern Michigan presents RE/MAX Real Estate Insights, its audio program designed to keep you in the know about the housing market in metro Detroit. Show host Jeanette Schneider, VP of Management Services, along with expert Realtors and related industry insiders provide trends, tips, techniques that help you buy, sell or maintain your home. Whether you are a buyer, seller or simply enjoy the topic of real estate you will find new content weekly so subscribe today.
Episodes
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January Reset
In this episode we share simple, practical ideas for getting your home organized and why January is the perfect time to get your house in order, from decluttering and rethinking storage to making small, meaningful refreshes.
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50-Year Mortgage
President Trump recently hinted about making a 50-year mortgage an option to address home affordability. In this short-take episode, we take a quick look at some pros and cons of using such a financing method to help primarily younger potential homebuyers.
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Home Safety Tips for the Holiday Season
The holidays are a time for warmth, joy, and connection — not kitchen mishaps or home hazards. Jeanette Schneider and Pam Bellante share practical, easy-to-follow home safety tips for cooking, decorating, traveling, and entertaining, so you can focus on what really matters this season.
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Fall Home Maintenance Checklist
Get your home ready for the chilly months ahead with our ultimate fall maintenance checklist! From sealing up small gaps that critters love to sneak through to tackling those “easy to forget” tasks like shutting off outdoor water lines and checking the attic—this episode walks you through...
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What’s The Market Doing Now?
This open discussions covers everything from whether it is a buyers market, a sellers market or something in between to mortgage rates and how taxes and insurances increases are impating home ownership.
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Bang for Your Buck Home Improvements
Small changes can make a big impact and we share some ideas on what you can do with $100, $500 or $1000 to spend on home improvements.
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Why Hire a Realtor®
From explaining what all lurks in a contract to negotiating on your behalf, we take a look at the many ways a real estate adds value to the home buying and selling process.
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Mid-Year New Construction Market Update
Tariffs, housing attainability and affordability, labor force, legislation and regulation all impact builders and the new construction segment of the real estate market. This episode dives into all these factors and more along with a review of the popular annual Parade of Homes event.
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Hot Home Trends in 2025
From earthy paint tones to bold kitchen island colors to smart home features and outdoor living, we cover what is hot and trending in home décor and renovations in 2025.
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Detroit Market Continues to Shine
We discuss the city of Detroit real estate market and why it continues to be among the top 5 cities in the country for price growth. We also share the up-and-coming areas of opportunity and advice for buyers in this market.
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Things a First-Time Buyer Should Know
Buying your first home is an exciting time but as with anything you do the first time, it can also be a bit overwhelming. We share the importance working a lender and agent that you trust, identifying your needs versus your wants, why to look past the cosmetic features of a home to those that you...
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Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
The harsh winter winds and weather can be tough on our homes, making spring home maintenance important to keep your home in top shape. From inspecting the roof to the foundation to caulking and changing batteries in smoke detectors, we provide a thorough checklist to help you effectively manage...
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A Look Behind the Headlines
Tariffs, stock market volatility, mortgage interest rates are just some of the stories grabbing headlines. We take a look at what is driving these issues and how they may impact the housing market and what it means for buyers and sellers.
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Put a Key Ring On It
An increasing number of couples are buying a home together prior to getting married. We explore some reasons behind this dynamic the importance of having financial discussions, planning for what-ifs and having a cohabitation agreement in place.
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DIY Home Selling – Smart Move or Costly Mistake?
Saving money on a commission may sound like a great idea but many sellers who go For Sale By Owner end up getting less for than home. We discuss this along with other concerns like safety and managing the real estate process that every potential home seller should consider before putting a sign…
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Life Lessons in Building a Real Estate Career
Buying his first home at 23, then investing and flipping homes before getting his license, our guest and recent author shares the path he took to build a successful real estate career – not once but twice. This candid conversation about some significant setbacks in life and coming back to build…
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Three Key Parties of a Home Sale
The seller, the agent and the market are the three key parties of any home sale. Each party has a unique role and within that role there are things they can – and can’t - control. The seller can control things like condition and price of the home while the agent controls marketing and…
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Holiday Home Safety Tips
There is no place like home around the holidays and in this episode, we share important safety tips to keep you and your holiday guests safe. Home fires increase during the holiday season so we focus on tips for cooking, candles, fireplaces, Christmas trees and decorating to help you prevent a…
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Will the Election Impact The Housing Market?
We share what typically happens during a presential election year as it relates to home sales, home prices and interest rates and how that matches with what we are seeing this year.
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Understanding the Changes to Homeowners Insurance Rates and Policies
If you've noticed a spike in your homeowners insurance premium rates, you're not alone. We dive into how factors like weather, fraud, and inflation are driving up costs, explore strategies to keep your insurance affordable and discuss upcoming changes to roof claim handling in Michigan – so you…
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Moving Checklist
The final step of the home buying and selling process is moving. From decluttering to packing and transporting your belongings, moving can feel like a job in itself, but with planning moving doesn’t have to be a chore. We share tips on hiring movers, packing suggestions, change of address and more.
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Blending Families and Homes
When two families are becoming one, it is important to dive into what this means for where you will all call home. Shannon from Mojo in the Morning joins us to talk first-hand about her recent experience of navigating that tricky scenario of joining two families living in different counties and...
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Essential Items for Your New Home
It’s normal for your new space to take a while to really become home. To assist in this transition, we are sharing the top recommendations on essential items for new homeowners. From practical things like tools and a first aid kit to more personal touches like comfy decor and houseplant we share...
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What’s Happening in New Construction
Permits for single family homes are up through April nearly 35% in 2024 over 2023. We discuss what this means for the supply of new homes, the latest trends - including what appears to be a trend for smaller homes - and what are the factors homebuilders facing this year. We also share information...
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What’s Happening in the Market Now and Lawsuit Update
We discuss what is happening in the local market as we approach the middle of the Spring season and what is really impacting the market. We also share the many important ways you can and should get value from your agent when you are ready to buy or sell. We also take a look at the anticipated...
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9 Surprising Things Homeowners Learn
Buying a home is a milestone achievement, but let’s be real, it comes with its fair share of unexpected discoveries. From quirky maintenance issues to navigating the wild world of HOA regulations to taxes and neighbors, we share some insights on all the things you never knew you needed to know.
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Open Conversation About the NAR Settlement
The recent National Association of Realtors proposed lawsuit settlement has put a focus on various aspects of a real estate transaction including the representation of buyers and dialog about commissions. We have an open and candid conversation explaining what has been occurring and what the…
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Is this a Crazy Market Or What?
If you have had a conversation with anyone about real estate lately the word crazy likely came up..as in this market is crazy! We share why the market is t crazy or out of control but that is complex and competitive but manageable when working with a professional.
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Market Overview
This conversation spans topics that include the recent National Association of Realtors settlement and the impact it will really have on the real estate industry, what buyers and sellers can expect from the market this spring, interest rates now and later this year, and more.
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Tips from Recent Seller/Buyer
You can’t start the process too early if you are getting ready to sell and keep looking if you are buying are some of the take-aways from show host Jeanette’s recent purchase and sale of a home. She shares how talking to an agent early in the process can help you be better prepared and save you...
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Detroit’s Hot Real Estate Market
We take a look at what has led to Detroit has the fastest rising home values in the county and discuss where there remain opportunities to buy in Detroit. We also highlight tips for buyers and what can happen to help the city continue this positive trend.
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What’s In and Out for 2024
From paint color to bathrooms to smart tech and AI, we take a look at the décor, design and color trends that are anticipated to be popular in 2024 and what trends are on their way out.
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Understanding the Unique Charm of Historic Homes When Buying or Selling
Historic homes have a unique charm that can be leveraged when it comes time to sell. We explore how to find your home’s history so that you can turn that into a compelling story along with exploring and sharing the architectural treasures older homes offer along with tips for both buyers and...
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Best Tips from 2023
2023 was an interesting year for the real estate market that saw increasing interest rates and persistently low inventory. In this episode we review some of the top tips and information shared on a wide range of topics such as lending tips, how to buy a home with a friend, helping your elderly...
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Holiday Home Safety Tips
There is no place like home around the holidays and in this episode, we share important safety tips to keep you and your holiday guests safe. Home fires increase during the holiday season so we focus on tips for cooking, candles, fireplaces, Christmas trees and decorating to help you prevent a…
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Short-Term Rentals
Short-term rentals have become controversial to the point that several communities are actively looking to pass regulations or ordinances to prevent the ability of homeowners to engage in short term rentals. Brad Ward, Vice President of Public Policy and Legal Affairs for Michigan Realtors joins…
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Helpful Things to Know About Homeowners Insurance
Wind and hail damage are the top reasons for homeowners insurance claims in Michigan. Winter weather increases the chances for these claims along with claims for home fires, fallen trees, burst pipes and slip and fall accidents. When you need to file a claim is not the time to realize you aren’t...
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Embrace The Fall Season when Selling
Fall can be a great time of the year to sell your home as buyers are serious, there can be tax advantages and fall colors and lightening can be a great setting to highlight your home. We share how to incorporate some light fall décor such as pillow and throws in seasonal colors to make your home...
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It’s Fall Home Maintenance Time
Taking care of your home helps to protect your investment and we share the top fall home maintenance tips to keep your home in top shape. From the roof and gutters to furnace filters and fireplace inspections, we share tips on what to inspect on the interior and exterior of your home including...
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A Look at the Commercial Market
We talk to a commercial specialist about challenges the commercial real estate market is facing like higher capital and borrowing costs and higher vacancy rates as well as what sector of the commercial market there are opportunities right now. We also discuss the impacts the lack of foot-traffic…
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What Changing Interest Rates Means for Buyers and the Market
Just when we thought interest rates had stabilized, they shot up quickly the beginning of August 2023. It has some buyers wondering if now is still the right time to buy or should they wait. We discuss how interest rates and low inventory is impacting the market and why waiting doesn’t guarantee…
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Buying a Home with a Friend
With current interest rates and inflation pressures, some first-time buyers are pooling resources with a friend to buy a home. We discuss the financial benefits of splitting the costs of the home purchase as well as subsequent upkeep and repair of the home as well as the need to determine up…
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Seller Pre-Sale Inspection
Home inspections are a common part of the home buying process, but is there value to doing an inspection pre-sale as a seller? We look at the pros and cons of having an inspection done prior to putting your home on the market, tips to prepare for a home inspection and provide a checklist of…
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What’s Happening in New Construction
Supply chain, labor force, zoning, and interest rates are all items that home builders are navigating today. We discuss all these with Forrest Wall, CEO of the Homebuilders Association of SE Michigan and what this means for those looking to purchase a new construction home. We also talk about…
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Explaining 1031 Exchanges
A 1031 exchange is a “swap” of one real estate investment property for another that provides a tax break. We discuss properties that do and don’t qualify for a 1031 exchange and two important timelines you need to be aware to designate and close on the property to keep within established guidelines.
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Spring Home Maintenance Tips
Maintaining your home is an important part of home ownership and key to the value of your home. Winter winds, snow and ice can take a toll on the exterior of your home so spring is the time to review your roof, gutters, downspouts, foundation, windows, doors and more for any damage and needed...
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Spring Cleaning Tips
A thorough spring cleaning of your home is important to keep your home fresh and in good condition, and if you are planning to sell your home soon this is a great first step to prepare your home for showings. We share tips for things to do in each major room in your home as well as list of items…
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Donate Furniture to Help Local Families
A local non-profit wants your no longer needed and gently used mattress, box springs, sofa, dining room table and other essential items. We talk to Robert Boyle, Executive Director of the Furniture Bank of Southeastern Michigan, about the high demand for furniture donations to help local families...
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Spring Market Outlook
Spring marks the unofficial start of the busy real estate season and we take a look at what to expect in 2023. We discuss if the market favors buyer or sellers and what inventory looks like now and how that is impacting open house attendance and offers being received. We also share advice for…
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Selling Your Elderly Parent’s Home
Whether moving a parent into an assisted living facility or handling their estate, handling the sale of your parents home can be a time-consuming and emotional process. We discuss tips to help make the move easier for all involved as well as how remove furniture, stage the home, what medical...
About this show
RE/MAX of Southeastern Michigan presents RE/MAX Real Estate Insights, its audio program designed to keep you in the know about the housing market in metro Detroit. Show host Jeanette Schneider, VP of Management Services, along with expert Realtors and related industry insiders provide trends, tips, techniques that help you buy, sell or maintain your home. Whether you are a buyer, seller or simply enjoy the topic of real estate you will find new content weekly so subscribe today.
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