Episode 58: The One Where We Talk Real Estate With Owen
On this episode we are joined by our friend and realtor Owen, as he walks us through the first steps to buying a home, unpacks mortgages and PMI payments, and breaks down new Massachusetts rules on commissions and inspections. Owen explains what to watch for on inspections, how to prep a house to sell, and why paint beats flash.
• Why pre-approval matters before house hunting
• How agents, lenders and attorneys fit together
• What goes into monthly payments and escrow
• PMI trade-offs and first-time buyer programs
• Massachusetts changes on commissions and mandatory inspections
• Red flags to look out for with home inspections
• Selling timing and simple upgrades that pay
