The Brains And The Brawn

Residential Appraisals With Chuck Minzenberger

You finally found the home of your dreams. Your agent submits your offer and it gets accepted, but will it appraise? The sellers just updated the home with many high end finishes. Does cost always equal value?Join us with our guest Chuck Minzenberger of CAM Appraisal Services to dive deeper into appraisals and how they are determined.

Real Estate Photography with Emilie Procsal

How important are professional photos when listing your home? 92% of home buyers use the internet as part of their home search. Studies have found that good photography helps to sell a home faster and for more money.

Investing in Real Estate with Dan LaGiglia

Many people toy with the idea of becoming a real estate investor, but how do you actually get started? Being an investor, even if you only own one property, is running a business and the numbers matter most.

What’s Up With Mortgage Rates?

Mortgage rates have been on the rise at the fastest pace in over 50 years. Where are they headed and is there relief in sight? Join us with special guest Tim Huss from Pacor Mortgage.

What Is Title?

When you buy or sell a home, title is transferred between the parties in the transaction. But what does that actually mean? Steve Kaempf joins us from Landtrust Title Services to shed some light on the subject.

Should I Have My Home Tested For Radon?

How important is it to have your home tested for Radon? Radon in the home is the leading cause of cancer in non-smokers accounting for about 20,000 deaths per year. In this episode we're joined by Kelli Nicholson from Healthy Air Radon Testing to discuss radon and what to do if you have elevated levels in your home.

Do I Really Need An Attorney?

Buying or selling a home doesn't need to be complicated, especially if you have a great attorney. In episode three we are joined by real estate attorney Ashley Bethke to discuss all the legal things that go on behind the scenes when conducting a home sale or purchase.

Hiring A Home Inspector

How important is a home inspection? The Brains and The Brawn chat with special guest Mark Rojek from Rojek Home Services about all things home inspection related. Learn why you should never pass on a home inspection.

All Things Mortgage

In the initial episode of The Brains And The Brawn, hosts Mike Maugeri and Dave Szymendera sit down with guest Brad Gordon from Key Mortgage. Topics discussed include current rates, refinancing and FHA loan programs.