Best Richard Samko Podcasts (2025)

A buyer agent commission rebate is a financial arrangement where the real estate agent gives a portion of their earned commission back to the home buyer at the conclusion of the transaction. This is not a kickback for a referral but rather a negotiated reduction in the agent's fee, paid to their own client.…

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Weekly Market Update 4:10

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$500 billion surge in the US stock market and impact on mortgage rates.By Richard Samko

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Weekly Market Update 4:35

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Mortgage rates see biggest one-day drop in over a year.By Richard Samko

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Mortgage Market 4:07

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The mortgage market just revealed something stunningBy Richard Samko

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Weekly Market Update 3:40

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Mortgage rates sashayed sideways with a mild downhill slide by week’s end.By Richard Samko

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10 Classic First-Time Homebuyer Mistakes 6:37

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Buying your first home is like navigating a maze blindfolded — exciting, nerve-wracking, and occasionally you might bump into a few walls.By Richard Samko

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New construction homes 6:28

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Let’s be real: buying a used home in 2025 is like buying a flip phone in an iPhone 18 world. Cute? Sure. Practical? Not so much.By Richard Samko

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Weekly Market Update 4:45

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Financial markets update for the week August 18th - August 22nd.By Richard Samko

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The Smart Buyer's Guide to Model Homes 9:54

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Ever walked into a builder's model home and been completely swept away? They're designed to be perfect, but what's real and what's an illusion? In this episode Richard Samko gives you the ultimate playbook for touring builder's model home. You'll learn how to prepare for your tour and see past the dazzling staging.…

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Prescreened Credit Offers 14:56

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Ever feel like your mailbox is a landfill for unsolicited "offers of credit"? This episode is your guide to understanding this often-opaque system and, more importantly, how to shut it down. Get ready to reclaim your mailbox, your privacy, and maybe even your sanity.By Richard Samko

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Weekly Market Update 3:17

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Financial Markets update for the week August 11 - August 15.By Richard Samko

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Guide to Buying a Home 9:36

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This episode guides listeners through stages of buying a home. It covers crucial steps like credit, mortgage, navigating inspections, understanding the underwriting process, and preparing for closing day.By Richard Samko

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Introduction 8:09

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Buzzing into the Charlotte real estate market? Welcome to the Hornet's Nest! This is your go-to podcast for all things home buying, new construction, and the local housing scene right here in Charlotte. We're breaking down the complex process so you can build your nest in the Queen City. Let's get started! Thank you for listening.…