Podcast
”Let’s Get Real!”
Hosted by Bob Richards · EN
This podcast is the perfect source of Real Estate information. Your host, Bob Richards, gives you the tips and advice he’s learned after 30 successful years in the real estate industry. Learn the best time to buy or sell. How to sell your home quickly & easily for top market value. How to save time and money when buying a new home. How to save money on property taxes, how to make money with vacation rentals and a whole lot more. Listen and subscribe to get the best, most current information for the local real estate market
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CHANGES IN "COMING SOON LISTINGS!" YOU NEED TO KNOW
1w ago00:08:37Tap to summarizeBob Richards, Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway in St George, Utah shares some of the new real estate policies regarding Coming Soon listings: The Coming Soon status is intended to provide sellers and listing brokers with an opportunity to market a property in advance of active showings while ensuring the listing remains visible and cooperative within the MLS system. Key features of the new Coming Soon status include: • Listings ARE entered into the MLS • Listings ARE visible to MLS subscribers • Public marketing and syndication ARE permitted • Showings, open houses, and broker tours are NOT permitted • Offers MAY be received and negotiated • DOM does NOT accrue while in Coming Soon status • Listings may remain in Coming Soon status for a maximum of twenty-one (21) calendar days • Listings will automatically convert to Active status on the 22nd calendar day • Extensions of Coming Soon status are NOT permitted • Listings may NOT be cancelled and re-entered to reset the Coming Soon period Additionally, listings in Coming Soon status will not require photographs until the listing becomes Active. Once active, a minimum of THREE (3) photos is required. This new status is designed to provide greater flexibility for sellers and brokers while maintaining transparency, cooperation, and fairness within the MLS marketplace. Updated Rules & Regulations language and implementation details will be distributed prior to the effective date. www.bobrichardsandassociates.com bob@buyutah.com
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"LETTUCE THINK ABOUT IT!" And other buyer objections.
1w ago00:11:35Tap to summarizeThe gist of this podcast is how to overcome common customer objections like, let us think about ut, let us talk it over, let us sleep on it, etc, etc etc. www.bobrichardsandassociates.com bob@buyutah.com
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Is It Better To Buy Or Build A New Home!
Jan 2000:27:04Tap to summarizeBob Richards gives you some good guidance as to when it's best for you to buy a new home, buy resale or build a new home. *What is considered a custom home * Some of the the positives and negatives of building new include; Time, Cost Overruns, Financing Complexity, Uncertain Location Amenities * What are the pro's of * Buying move in ready or from scratch? https://www.buyutah.com bob@buyutah.com
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Innovative Ways Of Blending Business Professional and Home!
Jan 2000:25:58Tap to summarizeIn this podcast Bob Richards explores the positive and negative effects of blending a professional business into your home * More people working from home than office * How to separate your business home office from your home living space *.Live-Work Spaces * What expenses you can write off with a home office * For resale is a home office a positive or a negative For more information contact Bob Richards https://www.buyutah.com bob@buyutah.com
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HOW TO PREPARE YOUR HOME TO SELL IN 2026
Dec 1900:30:33Tap to summarizeIn this podcast Bob Richards gives you the information you need to sell your home the first quarter of 2026. You'll Learn: * Is it better to buy a lot and build a home or just buy a new one? * What are the pros and con's of each * How to get a pre listing market review for free * Make strategic repairs * Start de-cluttering and packing now www.buyutah.com bob@buyutah.com
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2025 Year End Market Summary
Dec 1900:25:33Tap to summarizeIn this podcast, Bob Richards gives you a general overview of the real estate market conditions in St George and Southern Utah areas. This info will help give you a good foundation to move forward with your real estate plans and goals in 2026. You'll Learn: * What went up, what went down and why * Was it a good or challenging market and why * 2026 real estate market predictions * What's the deal with interest rates? * Important features to look for when hiring a Realtor www.buyutah.com - bob@buyutah..com
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HOW TO PREPARE YOUR HOME TO LIST AND SELL
Nov 2500:24:08Tap to summarizeHere are some strategic steps you need to take to prepare to list and sell your home. 1. Audit and make repairs 2. Declutter and Depersonalize 3. Stage the home for viewing 4. Invest in high quality visuals and Marketing 5. Research the Market Timing For more information contact: bob@buyutah.com www.buyutah.com
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Top 9 First Time Home Buyer Mistakes
Nov 2500:26:13Tap to summarizeHere are the top 9 common home buyer mistakes. Avoid these pitfalls. 1. Not knowing what you can afford 2. Skip the mortgage pre approval process 3. Getting just one rate quote 4. Ignoring hidden costs and fees 5. Using all your money for the downpayment with nothing left over 6.Not choosing a Real Estate Agent with a proven track record of selling 7. Not getting your financials and tax docs in order 8 Not boosting the curb appeal of the home 9. Not setting a realistic price Contact Bob@buyutah.com for more information
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STAGING YOUR HOME TO SELL FASTER AND FOR A HIGHER PRICE
Oct 2900:25:36Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Bob Richards gives you some great advice and professional on how to properly stage the home so it sells faster and for top market value. For more information contact: bob@buyutah.com www.buyutah.com
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AVOID THE PITFALLS OF BEING AN UNREPRESENTED HOME BUYER
Oct 2900:26:16Tap to summarizeBob Richards reveals the pitfalls and potential problems of trying to represent yourself when trying to buy a new home. You may think you're saving a few bucks in paying real estate commission to a Buyers Agent but more than likely you'll just end up losing time, money and most likely your dream home. You definitely need to hear this. For more information contact Bob Richards. bob@buyutah.com www.buyutah.com
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