Welcome to The Real Estate Play by Play. We are your hosts Kristie Martinelli, top ranked realtor worldwide, and Danielle Olbrantz mortgage, industry veteran. On and off the field of life you need to know the place to win the game. We are here to give you the play by play tools to reach your real estate goals. Whether you're a first time homebuyer, a seasoned investor, or just have a love for real estate suit up, and it's game time.
Curious about the future of real estate commissions? The NAR lawsuit has created waves in the industry, sparking discussions about transparency, commission structures, and the future landscape of rea…
Social media has become a game-changer in real estate, providing a platform for buyers and sellers to connect, engage, and make informed decisions. Whether you're a first-time home buyer, a seasoned …
We all know the importance of having a team rallying around us, especially when we are diving head first into something new. We are sharing the importance of finding your team as a new agent in real …
Everyone wants to get into real estate until they learn about all of the hard work and sacrifices that it takes to become successful. Today we are pulling back the curtain to chat about what it takes…
Imagine you walk into an open house and notice that something is off, the decor doesn’t go together and the layout doesn’t do the architecture justice. This is where staging comes in! Staging can mak…
The housing market is ever-changing and a hot topic has been the rising interest rates and housing prices that we have seen over the last few years. In today’s episode, we are discussing several stra…
When you are looking for a new home or interested in adding more real estate to your portfolio, it’s important to make strategic moves to navigate the ever-changing market. From price improvements to…
The reality when you are looking to purchase a new home is that you may not get your offer accepted, cue the shattered dreams. It is a reality you have to prepare yourself for and trust that there is…
Have you ever noticed that the kind of coach you have can dramatically impact your performance? What if we told you that the same goes for real estate? Today we tackle the hot topic of the NAR lawsui…
Life does not always go as planned and our plans can change unexpectedly. Sometimes, those impact our real estate transactions. Today’s episode is a sensitive topic of divorce and the affects it has …
One of the most important aspects of buying a house that is often overlooked is knowing your location. Location not being at the top of your list when buying can create headaches in your everyday lif…
Sometimes our best-laid plans get thrown an unexpected curve ball but with a solid backup plan in place, the show can still go on! Real estate transactions are no different, just when everything is s…
When you are going into something as big as purchasing a new home, you need to have a plan. There are so many variables that go into finding you the perfect place from how much space, to financing, t…
It has been a wild week in the real estate field, the MLS was recently hit by a cyberattack rendering it incapacitated for over a week now. The MLS is used nationwide and is how real estate listings …
Buying or selling a home can be overwhelming, especially when there are so many potential costs involved. In today's episode, we dive deep into the nitty-gritty details of real estate transactions an…
In today’s episode, we are going off the field and into the world of what you need to know before and after the real estate transaction. We dive into buyers’ most frequently asked questions such as h…
On today’s episode, we dive into the fascinating world of property value and appraisals. In order to play the game of real estate, you need to know the playbook. Part of that playbook is the Comparat…
Continuing our conversation from our last episode by flipping to the other side and sharing what not to do when you are the seller. We are sharing the things that may or may not be obvious and make s…
There are both written and unwritten rules of all games, and the game of real estate is no different. When you’re getting into the game, it is important to know what you need to be doing and should n…
Let’s delve into the world of government backed loans, both FHA and VA loans. Similar to minor league games getting a bad rap despite being very fun, family oriented, and fast, these loans often get …