The DIY Homebuyer Podcast

Want to save thousands on your home purchase without sacrificing support?In this must-listen episode of the DIY Homebuyer Podcast, host Nick Aufenkamp sits down with Trey and Caroline McMeans, the in…

Ready to save 2-3% on your next home by representing yourself? In this episode of the DIY Homebuyer Podcast, host Nick answers 10 listener questions to empower you as a DIY Homebuyer! From negotiatin…

Discover the best home search platform for 2025: Zillow, Homes.com, Redfin, or Realtor.com? 🏠In this DIY Homebuyer Podcast episode, host Nick dives into the top four real estate platforms, comparing …

Struggling to finance your dream home in today’s tough market?In this episode of the DIY Homebuyer Podcast, host Nick Aufenkamp sits down with Ryan Thaler, Senior Loan Officer at Cambridge Capital, t…

Struggling to choose between a shiny new build or a charming older home? In this episode of the DIY Homebuyer Podcast, Nick breaks down the pros and cons of new construction vs. resale homes to help …

Discover the hidden housing crisis of 2025: homes are getting older and riskier! In this episode of the DIY Homebuyer Podcast, host Nick dives into Redfin’s latest data showing the median home age hi…

Tired of the real estate industry's smoke and mirrors? In this eye-opening episode of the DIY Homebuyer Podcast, host Nick Aufenkamp teams up with Steve Koleno, America’s #3 real estate agent, to del…

In this episode, I’m diving into the viral story of a Compass Exclusive that nearly cost a home seller $100,000—and what it means for DIY homebuyers and sellers.Ever wondered if private listings are …

Ever had an insurance company lowball you after a disaster? In this episode of the DIY Homebuyer Podcast, host Nick Aufenkamp sits down with Andy Rouhafzai, founder of Insurance Claim Hero, to uncove…

In this episode, we’re diving into the real estate showdown of 2025: Zillow and Redfin’s bold stand against Compass’s private listing network. What does this mean for you as a home buyer or seller? W…

In this video, we're diving into Trump’s tariffs announced in April 2025 and what they mean for the housing market. Will home prices crash or soar? Are interest rates your secret weapon? I’ll break d…

Thinking about buying a home without an agent? In this episode of the DIY Homebuyer Podcast, I sit down with Nick Mershon—Navy vet, real estate pro, and sales coach—to unpack how you can save thousan…

Thinking you need a buyer’s agent to purchase a home? Think again! In this episode of the DIY Home Buyer Podcast, Nick reveals why you DON’T need a realtor to successfully buy a home — and how going …

Non-paywall link to the NYTimes article.Learn how to navigate the real estate market as a DIY homebuyer despite industry pushback in this eye-opening guide. In this video, you'll discover the insider…

Rocket Mortgage just bought Redfin for $1.75 billion — what does it mean for homebuyers? In this episode of the DIY Homebuyer Podcast, I’m breaking down the Rocket-Redfin acquisition. Is it a game-ch…

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Sick of real estate agents strong-arming you into a system that doesn’t serve buyers? In this DIY Homebuyer Podcast episode, Nick — a real estate agent gone rogue — exposes how many listing agents bu…

Learn how to evaluate interest rate buy-downs in this essential guide for savvy homebuyers. In this video, you'll discover how to potentially save hundreds on your monthly mortgage payment without ge…