Best John Gscheidmeier Podcasts (2025)

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56 - It's Assessment Time! with City of Waukesha Assessor Sam Walker 47:14

14d ago47:14

47:14

📄 Episode Description: In this episode of Wisconsin Real Estate Today, we’re joined by Sam Walker, City Assessor for Waukesha, to demystify the property assessment process and give homeowners and business owners the clarity they deserve. We break down: What a property assessment is and how it’s calculated The differences between residential and com…

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55 - What To Expect With Mortgage Rates in 2025 (Guest Dustin Grenier) 26:53

2M ago26:53

26:53

Podcast Episode Summary: Wisconsin Real Estate Today – Episode 55 Title: Where Are Mortgage Rates Headed in 2025? Expert Insights with Dustin Grenier Host: John Gscheidmeier Guest: Dustin Grenier, Epic Mortgage – Brookfield, WI Episode Overview: In this must-listen episode of Wisconsin Real Estate Today, host John Gscheidmeier sits down with mortga…

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54 - Moving Concerns With Pets - What Every Pet Owner Needs To Know! (Guest Sophia Nijam - Waukesha County Humane Society) 30:14

2M ago30:14

30:14

Host: John Gscheidmeier Guest: Sophia from the Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS) of Waukesha Episode Overview: In this insightful episode of Wisconsin Real Estate Today, host John Gscheidmeier welcomes Sophia from HAWS to discuss the challenges and best practices of moving with pets. Whether planned or unexpected, relocation can be stressful for…

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53 - Great Schools Make For Great Real Estate Values With Dr. Ron Russ 27:55

3M ago27:55

27:55

Episode 53 – How Strong Schools Impact Real Estate Values Hosted by John Gscheidmeier with guest Dr. Ron Russ Did you know that great schools can directly increase property values? Homebuyers and parents prioritize access to top-performing school districts, often paying a premium for homes in those areas. But what exactly makes a school district st…

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52 - Winter Inspections with Dave Kolesari 24:57

4M ago24:57

24:57

Episode 52 – Winter Home Inspections: Challenges & Hidden Advantages Hosted by John Gscheidmeier with guest Dave Kolesari Wisconsin winters can be brutal—but did you know they can actually reveal hidden issues in a home inspection? Snow, ice, and freezing temperatures create unique challenges for buyers and inspectors, but they also expose certain …

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51 - The 2024 Real Estate Market Year In Review 26:08

5M ago26:08

26:08

Episode 51 – 2024 Real Estate Market Recap & What’s Coming in 2025 Hosted by John Gscheidmeier The real estate market has changed dramatically over the past year—but what does that mean for buyers, sellers, and agents moving forward? From shifting interest rates to evolving buyer behavior, 2024 redefined what "normal" looks like in real estate. In …

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50 - The Offer To Purchase Explained - Part 2 34:51

6M ago34:51

34:51

Episode 50 – Understanding the Offer to Purchase (Part 2) Hosted by John Gscheidmeier with guest Monica Young In Part 1, we broke down the fundamentals of the Offer to Purchase—how it’s drafted, negotiated, and accepted. But what happens after an offer is signed? What key details can make or break a deal? In this second and final part of our series…

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49 - The Offer To Purchase Explained - Part 1 35:54

6M ago35:54

35:54

Episode 49 – Understanding the Offer to Purchase (Part 1) Hosted by John Gscheidmeier with guest Monica Young The Offer to Purchase is one of the most important documents in a real estate transaction, yet many buyers and sellers don’t fully understand its impact. From negotiations to contingencies, this contract lays the foundation for a successful…

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48 - Language Matters 27:32

6M ago27:32

27:32

Episode 48 – Language Matters in Real Estate Transactions Hosted by John Gscheidmeier with guest Monica Young In real estate sales, the language used in contracts and negotiations can make or break a deal. Words like "Seller shall…" versus "Seller may…" might seem minor, but they carry vastly different legal and financial implications. Many agents …

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47 - Prepare For Market Volatility 11:56

7M ago11:56

11:56

New data recently released would indicate that the next few weeks in the market could be very volatile when it comes to not only interest rates, but the financial markets. In a series of lender releases, John extrapolates the data and provides a quick overview of what could be a very interesting few weeks in the real estate mortgage rates arena. Th…

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46 - The Feds Next Move And What To Expect 13:06

8M ago13:06

13:06

As eager Buyers start rejoicing at the news that the Feds are finally going to start initiating rate cuts, this episode covers what to expect and when to expect it. According to Reuters, "Federal Reserve policymakers on Friday signaled they are ready to kick off a series of interest rate cuts at the U.S. central bank's meeting in two weeks, noting …

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45 - The Importance Of A Pre-Approval and Today's Lending Tips with Dustin Grenier 26:36

10M ago26:36

26:36

Do you know the difference between a 'pre-qualification" versus a "pre-approval"? Do you only look at lending & mortgage rates as one number rather than an individual plan that is specifically designed for each person? Do you know that there is a stark difference between lenders and pre-approvals? In this episode I am joined by Dustin Grenier of Ep…

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44 - Summer 2024 Market Update & A Buyer's Window? 18:24

10M ago18:24

18:24

Summer 2024 in Milwaukee is a bustling place and time! The real estate market isn't far off from that description over the last few months. The Republican National Convention was here and gone, Summerfest was a success, and State Fair is right around the corner. In this episode John unpacks the current metro market but these "stats" might surprise …

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43 - The NAR Settlement - Debunking The Myths (Part 2) 23:00

11M ago23:00

23:00

Part Two of Two - Debunking The NAR Settlement Myths and Rumors. Hopefully you had a chance to learn about how we got to where we are today in Episode 42, Part 1 of this 2 part series. If not, you might want to go back and listen to that one first. Real estate agents have been licensed since the early 1900's. Since then, real estate agents have hel…

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42 - The NAR Settlement - Debunking The Myths (Part 1) 21:21

11M ago21:21

21:21

Let's cut to the chase on what the National Association Of Realtors settlement is all about in this episode. There are rumors and misunderstandings about what happened, what is happening, and what is about to happen. John will start by giving background on where this came from and what is really is, despite the media-driven rumors. "NO more commiss…

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41 - Municipal Assessments With Waukesha Assessor Sam Walker 42:16

1y ago42:16

42:16

Municipal assessments can be confusing. Oftentimes homeowners will confuse their city, village or town assessment (in some other places county) with their actual market value. Those numbers can be very different - especially with accelerating home values the last few years. Guest Sam Walker, City of Waukesha (Wisconsin) Assessor joins John for a de…

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40 - The 2023 Year In Review 27:00

1+ y ago27:00

27:00

2023 will go down as one of the slowest years for real estate sales since 1993. But what happened, and what can sellers and buyers expect in 2024? John breaks down his thoughts in this end-of-year episode.By John Gscheidmeier

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39 - The Perfect Real Estate Sale (Behind The Scenes) 26:32

1+ y ago26:32

26:32

What does it take to complete the PERFECT real estate sale? How do all the pieces of this complex puzzle come together? Have you ever wondered what is really happening - the things your agent hasn't told you about? Tune in to hear all about the perfect sale and all the components that could go wrong but don't thanks to a great agent. Administrative…

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38 - July, 2023 Market Update & A Guarantee From John Gscheidmeier 16:38

2y ago16:38

16:38

This is your July, 2023 Metro Milwaukee real estate market update for mid-summer sales. Join John Gscheidmeier as he talks about how the market is performing in this extremely complex real estate environment. Sales are down almost 25% from this time last year - but not to worry - we still are in a very strong market despite higher interest rates an…

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37 - The Truth About Discount Providers 27:39

2y ago27:39

27:39

Given a choice, everyone prefers a discount. We are a society that loves to cut coupons; we'll search endlessly for discount codes; we'll wait months to purchase an item knowing that there is a potential sale coming. Given an opportunity to take a discount, most of us will. But is that the best thing in real estate? When leaving law enforcement to …

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36 - Spring Has Sprung In Wisconsin 14:52

2y ago14:52

14:52

Wondering where real estate is today in Wisconsin? This is your latest market update from host John G. Gscheidmeier. Sales are down - prices are up - inventory is low - rates are up. Holy cow, that's a lot to digest and understand. In this quick market update John takes you through the latest market stats, as well as understanding how and when to n…

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35 - March 2023 Market Update and Bragging Rights For Us! 17:16

2y ago17:16

17:16

Wondering what the 2023 real estate market looks like so far? The January, 2023, market stats are in courtesy of the Greater Milwaukee Association Of Realtors. John, your expert host, provides an overview of the metro Milwaukee real estate market. Don't be fooled by what the media tells you about real estate sales & trends; this data clearly shows …

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34 - The Lending Process Done Right With Michael Creed, Luminate Home Loans 32:21

2+ y ago32:21

32:21

A great lender helps the sale close seamlessly. A not-so-great lender can destroy a home sale. A believe it or not, that happens more than you might think. So what can go wrong related to lending? What is the difference between a pre-approval and a pre-qualification? How does a lender take a prospective buyer through the process of getting pre-appr…

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33 - Still A Good Time To Buy Or Sell? 15:56

2+ y ago15:56

15:56

Is now still a good time to buy or sell? The short answer is - yes! Of course, it depends on who you are and your perspective, right? If you are a first-time homebuyer and you've been trying to buy a home for a year or more, you've seen interest rates almost double. That might seen insane but yes, it is STILL a great time to buy? Why you ask? The i…

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32 - Metro Milwaukee Market Update November, 2022 19:49

2+ y ago19:49

19:49

Industry and real estate expert John G. Gscheidmeier says it best in this episode - "We are in a period categorized as follows: a deceleration of price appreciation". The market is still strong - despite what national and local new outlets will tell you. Are interest rates higher? There is no doubt - they've doubled in the last year. The federal go…

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The NEW And Improved Wisconsin Real Estate Today! 5:22

2+ y ago5:22

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Real estate is tricky today. The market has changed and it seemed to do so overnight. So how are we adapting to the market trends and changes? John goes into what to expect in upcoming episodes today!By John Gscheidmeier

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30 - Market Update October, 2021 19:35

3+ y ago19:35

19:35

Post COVID the markets continue to surprise! Whether buying or selling, John Gscheidmeier provides an update into what the market is showing us. From a record selling year thus far so the latest "lull" in some price categories - arm yourself with the latest data you need to succeed in today's fluctuating market. * Where are sales at in Wisconsin th…

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29 - Selling A Home With Kids 30:07

4y ago30:07

30:07

Imagine being a child and hearing your parents talking about selling your home. Imagine how scary that feeling can be - with no say in the matter whatsoever. Imagine not knowing what is coming next, or what toys you'll be able to bring with and maybe have to leave behind. Imagine having this uncontrollable feeling of insecurity as you watch realtor…

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28 - Market Updates - Spring 2021 23:49

4y ago23:49

23:49

Spring is upon us! Join John Gscheidmeier as he talks to the robust start of the 2021 selling season. Compared to a string start to 2020, you might be surprised to learn how things stack up against last year. Depending on what price range a home sale is in, the numbers are very different. Wisconsin sales stats show more than the latest trends, but …

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27 - Legal Concerns With Attorney Jaime Bouvette 39:36

4y ago39:36

39:36

Thinking about selling real estate yourself? Thinking about hiring an attorney to represent you through the sale or purchase of real estate? Attorney Jaime Bouvette joins host John Gscheidmeier in this epic episode of Wisconsin Real Estate Today. If you've ever thought whether or not you should hire an attorney Jaime and John dive into the pros & c…

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26 - The Right To Cure Explained 27:37

4+ y ago27:37

27:37

The Right To Cure Defects in a real estate transaction can be hard to understand. More difficult is how to apply it in a transaction whether you are buying real estate or selling it. Identifying what is considered a "Defect" is really the first thing to understand. Once you have an idea of how to define a Defect, and what is considered to be a Defe…

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25 - 2020 - The Year In Review 30:54

4+ y ago30:54

30:54

Most will remember 2020 as the year of COVID-19. But there were many other things of significance that occurred. A nation that seemingly became divisive, political unrest, incredible Wisconsin weather - so much more defined what 2020 became to be. In real estate, 2020 was a significant year that found everything coming to a complete stall in what w…

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Pick The Best Agent w/Annette Herbert 24:57

4+ y ago24:57

24:57

Join host John Gscheidmeier and guest broker associate Annette Herbert as they discuss the very best ways to hire the best real estate agent for you. Finding the right agent isn't always that easy or straightforward. How do you avoid hiring the wring agent? Should you pick an agent from a yard sign or a mailer you received a few days ago? How about…

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We Live In An Instant Society 19:07

4+ y ago19:07

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In today's digital and "on demand" society it seems that everyone wants everything in a matter of seconds, not minutes. As times change, so do realtors if they understand the needs of their clients. This episode explores why buyers & sellers have a demand for information "now" and how in many circumstances they have to get as much information as po…

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Agent Roles & The Duty Of Confidentiality 22:10

4+ y ago22:10

22:10

Ever wonder what are the real estate agent's responsibilities to clients & customers? This episode is an important one because it'll help you understand the duties and responsibilities the agent has not only toward their clients, but also their customers. The client is someone who has an 'agency' relationship with a firm, while a customer is someon…

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Think Like The Other Side - Stop Making It About You 15:54

4+ y ago15:54

15:54

Stop making it about you! Whether you are a buyer or seller, to effectively negotiate the best offer, and ultimately either get or sell the home, requires a clear understanding of the "other side". This episode will teach you the things you need to understand when listing your home, and also negotiating offers that come in. The offer process can be…

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Talking Insurance With Tom Gaumond 32:28

5y ago32:28

32:28

Insurance is not a sexy word by any means...or is it? When purchasing a home, it is equally important to find a great agent & company, and one that can work with you to fit you with the right coverage. Insurance may not be a flashy topic, but it is a really important one. John and guest Tom Gaumond, owner of G2 Insurance in Brookfield, Wisconsin, w…

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18 - Part 3 of 3 - What To Expect The Day Of Inspection with Dave Kolesari 32:18

5y ago32:18

32:18

Dave Kolesari, owner of HomesighT Inspections of Milwaukee, dives deep into what to expect the day of the inspection. Whether you are on the 'sell' side or the 'buy" side, the day of the inspection comes with a lot of worry and excitement. Dave discuses with John all the ins-and-outs of the day of the inspection. That day alone is one that most sel…

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The Home Buying Process with Stacey Guzanick (Part 2 of 2) 32:26

5y ago32:26

32:26

Guest Stacey Guzanick, Director of Agent Experience at RE/MAX Service First, joins host John Gscheidmeier to talk about everything a buyer needs to know about the home buying process. Whether you are a seasoned buyer or a first-time buyer, the entire process can be overwhelming without a seasoned realtor on your side. Stacey addresses all the "need…

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The Buyer Agency Agreement - Guest Stacey Guzanick 28:48

5y ago28:48

28:48

Should you sign a Buyer Agency Agreement with your new real estate agent? Should you go directly to the seller's agent when buying a home? This episode contains everything you need to know about when & how to formally hire a real estate agent through the Buyer Agency Agreement. Buyers often times are misunderstood about how "representation" really …

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The Importance of Curb Appeal & Paint With Mike Madson - Colorwheel Painting 27:47

5y ago27:47

27:47

Thinking of selling your home and wondering how important curb appeal plays into your sale? Guest and owner of Colorwheel Painting, Mike Madson, joins John in this very important podcast about setting up your interior & exterior to shine. Most people understand that presenting your "best foot forward" means everything when selling, but John & Mike …

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COVID-19 Update April 23rd, 2020 18:41

5y ago18:41

18:41

Never before have we seen so many things changing daily around us. The COVID-19 quickly took over the world, the United States, and Wisconsin. However, real estate, an essential business in Wisconsin, continues to show great signs and homes continue to sell. In fact, a recent check on some communities in southeastern Wisconsin found that many commu…

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Home Inspection Challenges - Part 2 of 3 With Dave Kolesari 35:20

5y ago35:20

35:20

Ask any realtor and they'll tell you that the home inspection can be a double-edge sword. On the selling side, the inspection could present issue sin the home the seller did not know about previously. The seller might not have any idea that there was mold in the attic, or movement in the foundation walls. On the buying side, the inspection could be…

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The Purpose Of The Home Inspection - With Dave Kolesari 20:51

5y ago20:51

20:51

The purpose of a home inspection is often misunderstood. In the simplest of terms, a home inspection's purpose is to have an independent person inspect a property a Buyer is looking to purchase, or a Seller is looking to sell. Often times Buyers will hire someone to "find red flags" or to "have another set of eyes" on the largest investment of thei…

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Real Estate and COVID-19 - What To Know Today 22:46

5y ago22:46

22:46

Wondering what to do with your home for sale as it relates to what is happening with today's pandemic? Are you curious if you should continue marketing your home for sale, or whether to list your home for sale soon? NOW is a GREAT time to sell, and you have limited competition out there. While taking the proper cautions, you can safely market your …

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Photography is EVERYTHING! 23:29

5y ago23:29

23:29

Photography is EVERYTHING - literally. Although all components are important to selling a home the fastest and for more money, great photography is the most important when buyers eventually find your home for sale online. Years ago, when customers had to come to real estate offices to see homes inside large MLS books, photography wasn't as importan…

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The Truth About Open Houses 28:42

5y ago28:42

28:42

Every weekend all across America realtors barge into neighborhoods to sell their listings. In real estate these are commonly known as "Open Houses". Although they are not required, and the decision to conduct is between the seller and the realtor, most listings conduct "opens" because they are expected to do so. In this episode we'll address the tr…

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Talking Disclosure - Tell It To The Judge! 38:39

5y ago38:39

38:39

Tell It To The Judge! When someone hears that phrase they often depict a traffic cop telling a speeding motorist to address their concerns over a speeding ticket to the presiding judge. However, what happens when a Seller doesn't disclose known Defects in a property they are selling? This episode addresses the interesting, and ever-so-important top…

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The Protecting Heroes Program - Our Exclusive! 22:50

5y ago22:50

22:50

How do we reward our Local Heroes for their service? Exclusive to RE/MAX Service First, this unique program is for our police officers, firefighters, EMS/paramedics, healthcare workers & professionals, active military personnel, our veterans, and teachers. When we talk "rewards" or discounts, we mean thousands of dollars usually! When we help our H…

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Never Attend A Closing When You Sell 17:38

5+ y ago17:38

17:38

For decades all parties in a real estate transaction attended closings - it was just the norm. In fact, all parties used to close at the same table! This has changed significantly today, however. Buyers close in a different room than sellers for privacy reasons. Buyers usually have to attend closing in most cases. Sellers show up mainly to get thei…

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