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🎙️ The Guiding You Home Podcast is BACK! We’re excited to be back behind the microphones with a new episode packed with updates, real estate insights, and a little bit of fun from around the Central Coast. In this episode, we’re catching you up on what’s been happening with us - including Diana’s goal of having 60 coffee conversations before her 60th birthday, some exciting brokerage news, and a fascinating look at a recent bankruptcy court purchase. We also dive into the latest edition of our Central Coast Insider, break down current market stats, share a few September home projects to tackle around the house, and discuss the Road to Housing Act and what it could mean for the housing market. And finally, we tackle a topic many homeowners and renters can relate to: “Your landlord says hi… and thanks for paying his mortgage.” 👀 Grab your coffee and join us for another episode of Guiding You Home! 🎧 Watch the full episode and let us know what topic you’d like us to cover next! #GuidingYouHome #CentralCoastRealEstate #SanLuisObispoRealEstate #PismoBeach #CentralCoastInsider #RealEstatePodcast #SLOCountyRealEstate #homeownership  00:00 Introduction 00:28 Guiding You Home Podcast is back! 01:02 Diana's 60 coffee conversations before her 60th birthday 02:18 New brokerage, joined with Keller Williams Santa Barbara 03:20 Bankruptcy Court Purchase 04:50 Central Coast Insider 05:40 Market Stats 21:00 September home projects 25:08 Road to Housing Act 29:42 Your landlord says "Hi and thanks for paying his mortgage" Contact Landmark Group for a free buyer's or seller's consult Thanks for listening! Please follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Email us with any question or comments.

2024 was another rough year for the real estate industry. Inventory was down, transactions were down, interest rates were high and yet prices went up. We talk about why that was the case, but we also focus on what 2025 might hold in store. Will rates finally come down? Will afforability impove? All that and more on this week's episode. Contact Landmark Group for a free buyer's or seller's consult Thanks for listening! Please follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Email us with any question or comments.

In this episode, we’re joined by Dylan Linnenkamp, a seasoned home inspector from Harper Homes, to discuss the key to keeping your home in tip-top shape. Dylan shares the common mistakes homeowners make, the often-overlooked maintenance tasks that can lead to costly repairs, and the small, smart investments that could save you thousands down the road. Whether you’re a new homeowner or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you protect your biggest investment. Don’t miss it! Contact Dylan Thanks for listening! Please follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Email us with any question or comments.

Jeff, Bobbie, and Travis are here to play matchmaker—but with cities! They’re diving into 10 iconic Central Coast towns, from Arroyo Grande’s small-town charm to Paso Robles’ wine-soaked cowboy chic. Which one fits your vibe? Whether you’re dreaming of surf, sun, or dirt roads...this episode is packed with laughs, local tips, and heated debates to help you decide where you truly belong. Thanks for listening! Please follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Email us with any question or comments.

In this episode, we’re joined by Brett Bey of Bey Property Solutions to unpack the latest trends in San Luis Obispo County's housing rental market. From low inventory to rising rental costs, Brett breaks down the numbers and shares what it means for local renters, including Cal Poly students scrambling for affordable housing. How much does it cost to rent a room these days, and what’s driving the crunch? Tune in for expert insights and practical advice for anyone navigating this competitive market. Contract Brett Thanks for listening! Please follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Email us with any question or comments.

Let’s be real—appraisals can feel like the ultimate buzzkill in the world of real estate. From confusing reports to frustrating delays, it often seems like these essential property evaluations create more headaches than they solve. In this episode, we’re diving into the top five reasons why appraisals suck and unpacking what you can do about it. Whether you’re an agent, a buyer, or a seller, this episode will give you the tools and insights to navigate the appraisal process more smoothly, minimize frustrations, and even find opportunities to make appraisals work in your favor. Get ready to take control of one of the trickiest parts of any real estate transaction. Tune in to make appraisals less painful and more predictable! Thanks for listening! Please follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Email us with any question or comments.

Listen, this isn't a Yelp list...this is our list. Three locals who have been around the block and want you to visit these spots asap. We've included some iconic, delicious places in this episode...and maybe a few you haven't been to. So let us know which ones are your favorites and what we might have missed. We're always open to doing some more recon.  Thanks for listening! Please follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Email us with any question or comments.

It's so important to know the people you are doing business with. And let us tell you...Jeff is one of the best people you'll ever know. In this episode, we chat with Jeff about what makes him tick, why he got into real estate, why he decided to start Landmark Group and what he's passionate about outside of work. Learn more about Nature Corps Thanks for listening! Please follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Email us with any question or comments.

This week, we’re pulling back the curtain on a topic that’s sure to shake up your assumptions: why you might be way off in estimating your home’s worth. Join us as we explore the disconnect between what homeowners believe their castle is worth and the hard-hitting reality of the market. Spoiler alert: it’s not just about that fresh coat of paint or the new garden gnome! We’ll share stories from our own experiences and uncover how value is actually determined.  Thanks for listening! Please follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Email us with any question or comments.

It's an unbelievable stat, but it's true. So many realtors fail, especially in the first few years of getting their license. Buy why? Bobbie Kelly, team lead at Keller Williams Central Coast helps shed some light on where the problems lie. Bobbie has hundreds of agents who hang their license at Keller Williams and she's spoken with the best in the biz, as well as those who struggle and eventually, don't make it - so she is uniquely qualified speak into this topic.  Whether you are an agent, or someone who might hire an agent some day, this episode will help you figure out what make the best agents successful and why so many don't make it. Thanks for listening! Please follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Email us with any question or comments.

Realtor Phil Gibbs joins us to talk about the San Diego Real Estate Market. Whether you're looking at San Diego as an investement opportunity, or for your primary residence, this episode will give you great insight into the trends Phil is seeing in the market, as well as what the next 6-12 months might look like.  Connect with Phil Thanks for listening! Please follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Email us with any question or comments.

Bobbie, Jeff and Travis talk about off-market properties. We're honest about how difficult they can be to find and the potential disadvantages to the seller. But the team also discuss the advantages and reasons sellers and buyers should consider off-market opportunities. Thanks for listening! Please follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Email us with any question or comments.

Over the last few weeks, interest rates hit a one year low. But the real question is, will they stay there? Mike Poyntz from Motif Mortgage joins us to talk about how we got here, and what market conditions would need to exist for rates to stay where they are or go even lower. We discuss the pros and cons of lower rates, and advice for buyers and sellers as we approach more cuts in interest rates. Contact Mike Poyntz Thanks for listening! Please follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Email us with any question or comments.

We had the privilege of speaking with Megan Martin, Community Development Director at the City of Grover Beach. Megan shares what's going on with the West Grand Avenue projects, and explains how the city thinks about development in a way that is thoughtful, sustainable and keeps the heart of Grover Beach while bolstering the economy and giving residents more options. Contact Megan Thanks for listening! Please follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Email us with any question or comments.

What's the biggest challenge facing SLO County and the rest of the Nation? If you ask Michael Massey of Generation Build....it's housing. There aren't enough homes to satisfy demand, prices continue to rise beyond what is reasonable, and there are serious questions about the ability for future generations to be able to stay in SLO County and build a life for themselves. We talk about all of these questions and how Generation Build is trying to help by galvanizing the community around pro-housing efforts to see more development in SLO County. Contact Generation Build Thanks for listening! Please follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Email us with any question or comments.