The Real Estate REplay

Nov 21 2024 54 ep. 30 mins 2
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Host Wendy Gilch, and a rotating cast of expert co-hosts, break down the good, the bad, the unethical (and sometimes illegal) things other sellers and buyers experienced while buying or selling a home. 

Learn what went right, what went wrong, what they would do differently and how to spot red flags before they become a problem.    

The Real Estate REplay is powered by consumer advocate group, Selling Later.

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Collateral Damage: How Agents Clinging to the Status Quo in Commissions Hurt Consumers and Ethical Agents

Nov 21 2024 55 mins  
Got a question?The real estate industry is at a tipping point. On one side, you have agents clinging to old commission practices, refusing to adapt to a changing landscape (Group B Agents). On the other, forward-thinking agents are paving the way for transparency, fairness, and a better deal for their clients (Group A Agents). But while this battle unfolds, it’s the consumers—a

Election Aftermath: What’s Next for Real Estate and Consumer Protection?

Nov 07 2024 7 mins  
Got a question?Unlock the secrets behind the ongoing tug-of-war between the Department of Justice and the National Association of Realtors that could redefine the real estate landscape. Discover why some real estate agents are buzzing with the idea that Donald Trump might swoop in to change the game while we bust those myths and reveal why change is inevitable, no matter who holds

Exposing Appraisal Management Companies: Hidden Costs, Ethical Concerns, and the Call for Reform in Real Estate

Nov 01 2024 50 mins  
Got a question?Did you know there’s a hidden middleman in many real estate transactions, sometimes taking a bigger cut of your appraisal fee than the appraiser doing the work? In this episode, Wendy Gilch and seasoned appraiser Joshua Tucker reveal the lesser-known world of Appraisal Management Companies (AMCs). While most buyers don’t realize they exist, these third-party comp

"Free" Refinancing Revealed: Unmasking Mortgage Myths, Scams, and Ethical Dilemmas

Oct 25 2024 44 mins  
Got a question?Unlock the secrets behind "free" refinancing your mortgage with insights from Chelle Prunkel, an experienced licensed lender. Navigate the murky waters of "no-cost" refinancing and understand the true costs and benefits of various refinancing options. Whether you're curious about rate and term adjustments, cash-out refinancing, or specialized loans like the 203H for

Consumer Battles: How CFPB Funding and Political Shifts Impact Your Finances

Oct 18 2024 10 mins  
Got a question?Prepare to uncover the truth about your financial protection and what the future holds for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) as we edge closer to the 2024 election. Why does it matter who funds the CFPB, and how could these political decisions impact your wallet? Join Wendy Gilch, in this special episode of the Real Estate Replay, where we promise you'l

Real Estate's Unspoken Rules of Referral Fees and Commission Battles

Mar 20 2024 51 mins  
Got a question?Ever feel like there's something more to those "free" real estate platforms? We're revealing the truth behind agent referral systems and the hidden costs they bury. In this episode, journey with us as we question the standard commission rates, challenge the lack of transparency in the referral process, and share our own practice of recommending agents without expecti

Data in 10: The other ways iBuyers profit with your personal information

Feb 02 2024 5 mins  
Got a question?New Data In 10 (or less) episode! Peel back the curtain on real estate's shadowy corners with us, as we expose the truth about industry practices that could be dipping into your pocket without you even blinking an eye. This episode brings you a raw look at the iBuyerss. As they make their way back to the market with big marketing dollars to spend, it's important that

Part 1: Consumer Alert - The Truth Behind Brokerage Fees and Real Estate Contracts

Jan 08 2024 42 mins  
Got a question?If you are thinking of buying a home this year, you need to listen to this episode!In light of the many antitrust lawsuits floating through the court system, the messaging now being pushed to agents is to get a buyer broker agreement signed with their client ASAP. Unfortunately, most of these broker agreements are not "pro-consumer," even though the industry loves to

Tales From The "Deal Killer" Inspector

Dec 18 2023 75 mins  
Got a question?There is a hidden side of the real estate industry that we like to call the "underbelly." The underbelly is where all the bad stuff is hidden from consumers and rarely discussed. Those that do discuss the "underbelly" are typically discarded, ousted, or avoided.When we saw Preston Kincaid's recent videos on his experience with the real estate underbelly, we knew he w

Will Big Tech replace agents? How they make money, how these lawsuits affect them, and more stuff you should know

Nov 17 2023 59 mins  
Got a question?The many antitrust lawsuit that have hit the court system recently have created the idea that “big tech “is going to replace real estate agents. But if that’s possible, we need to understand how much they currently make off of real estate agents (that you don’t see).This episode features Florida real estate broker, Matt Wheatley, and covers the models of some