We explore the evolving role of AI in real estate, discussing how technology is transforming transactions while emphasizing the enduring importance of human connection, trust, and emotional insight. They reflect on the balance between automatio...

Crystal Jacques and Darlene Kemp dive into the key challenges that come up after a real estate contract is ratified. They break down important topics like appraisal gaps, title issues, and why having a knowledgeable agent is crucial for navigat...

In this conversation, Crystal Jacques and Darlene Kemp discuss the importance and benefits of renovation loans in the current real estate market. They explore various types of renovation loans, the process of obtaining them, and share real-life...

Darlene Kemp and Crystal Jacques reflect on the past year and share predictions for the 2025 real estate market. They discuss market trends, interest rates, buyer behavior, new construction, and rehab opportunities. Emphasizing the importance o...

We are so excited to have our family in this episode!  This conversation dives into family, work, and holiday traditions. We share stories about growing up in real estate, balancing work and home life, and the fun (and chaos) of celebratin...

Crystal Jacques and Darlene Kemp discuss commercial real estate with expert Don Hines, covering key differences between residential and commercial properties, pricing, financing, and the impact of the pandemic. They explore trends like mixed-us...

In this conversation, Darlene Kemp and Crystal Jacques discuss the current real estate market, examining how factors like seasonal changes, COVID-19, and interest rates influence buying and selling decisions. They emphasize the importance of ti...

Darlene Kemp and Crystal Jacques discuss key tips for home sellers, focusing on mistakes to avoid. They stress the importance of depersonalizing and decluttering to attract buyers, and consider how surveillance cameras might affect buyer comfor...

Darlene Kemp and Crystal Jacques discuss the impact of home staging on real estate sales. Jill, a designer from Lazy Boy, also shares her experiences, highlighting the importance of staging in attracting buyers and supporting sales. They explai...

In this podcast episode, Darlene Kemp and Crystal Jacques explore the complexities of homeownership and the loan qualification process. They stress the importance of understanding credit scores, navigating loans, and the role of credit reports....

We discuss the importance of home inspections in the home-buying process. We explain the purpose of a home inspection, why it's crucial for buyers, and clarify the difference between a home inspection and a walkthrough. The conversation also ad...

In our conversation, we discussed the shift in real estate agent compensation from commission-based models to a focus on transparency and full disclosure. We emphasized the importance of clear communication, buyer broker agreements, and the neg...

Darlene and Crystal discuss real estate assumptions, where a buyer takes over the seller's mortgage. They explain who can assume a mortgage, why it might be beneficial, and the complexities involved. Assumptions can offer buyers lower interest ...

In this conversation, we are joined by Kedron Springer, an attorney from Springer Law Group, to discuss the importance of understanding real estate contracts and contingencies.

In this episode we discuss VA Loans and the top misconceptions surrounding them. 

In this conversation, Crystal Jacques and Darlene Kemp discuss the importance of understanding closing costs in a real estate transaction. They explain that closing costs are the fees and expenses associated with finalizing a home purchase, suc...

In this conversation, Darlene Kemp and Crystal Jacques discuss the process of ordering an appraisal and the different loan types in real estate transactions.

In part two, Crystal Jacques and Darlene Kemp discuss various ways to find a home in today's market. They explore the use of realtor portals, online platforms like Zillow and Redfin, and networking to discover available properties. Crystal emph...

In this conversation, Darlene Kemp and Crystal Jacques discuss the process of buying a home. They emphasize the importance of getting pre-qualified for a mortgage and understanding the steps involved in the homebuying process. They also discuss...

In this podcast episode, Darlene Kemp and Crystal Jacques discuss their motivation for starting a podcast and their belief that everyone deserves to own a home. They emphasize the importance of education and helping people feel comfortable and ...