Real Estate Chalk Talk

On this episode of Real Estate Chalk Talk, the guys break down their year-end housing numbers and take a candid look at how the market actually performed. After predicting 5,800 homes sold, they review the reality of finishing the year at 5,300 and discuss what that gap tells us about market trends and buyer behavior. The conversation turns to the current real estate landscape and what homeowners, buyers, and sellers should be watching as we head into 2026. From inventory to interest rates, the team shares practical insights and informed predictions for the year ahead. Later in the show, Ben joins the discussion to talk home inspections, with a special focus on radon risks and why proper testing matters. They also dive into the differences between newer and veteran home inspectors, explaining what experience, training, and rankings really mean for homeowners. This episode delivers data-driven analysis, expert insight, and real-world advice—everything you expect from Real Estate Chalk Talk.

On this episode of Real Estate Chalk Talk, the guys break down their year-end housing numbers and take a candid look at how the market actually performed. After predicting 5,800 homes sold, they review the reality of finishing the year at 5,300 and discuss what that gap tells us about market trends and buyer behavior. The conversation turns to the current real estate landscape and what homeowners, buyers, and sellers should be watching as we head into 2026. From inventory to interest rates, the team shares practical insights and informed predictions for the year ahead. Later in the show, Ben joins the discussion to talk home inspections, with a special focus on radon risks and why proper testing matters. They also dive into the differences between newer and veteran home inspectors, explaining what experience, training, and rankings really mean for homeowners. This episode delivers data-driven analysis, expert insight, and real-world advice—everything you expect from Real Estate Chalk Talk.

On this episode of Real Estate Chalk Talk, the guys break down their year-end housing numbers and take a candid look at how the market actually performed. After predicting 5,800 homes sold, they review the reality of finishing the year at 5,300 and discuss what that gap tells us about market trends and buyer behavior. The conversation turns to the current real estate landscape and what homeowners, buyers, and sellers should be watching as we head into 2026. From inventory to interest rates, the team shares practical insights and informed predictions for the year ahead. Later in the show, Ben joins the discussion to talk home inspections, with a special focus on radon risks and why proper testing matters. They also dive into the differences between newer and veteran home inspectors, explaining what experience, training, and rankings really mean for homeowners. This episode delivers data-driven analysis, expert insight, and real-world advice—everything you expect from Real Estate Chalk Talk.

On this episode of Real Estate Chalk Talk, the guys break down their year-end housing numbers and take a candid look at how the market actually performed. After predicting 5,800 homes sold, they review the reality of finishing the year at 5,300 and discuss what that gap tells us about market trends and buyer behavior. The conversation turns to the current real estate landscape and what homeowners, buyers, and sellers should be watching as we head into 2026. From inventory to interest rates, the team shares practical insights and informed predictions for the year ahead. Later in the show, Ben joins the discussion to talk home inspections, with a special focus on radon risks and why proper testing matters. They also dive into the differences between newer and veteran home inspectors, explaining what experience, training, and rankings really mean for homeowners. This episode delivers data-driven analysis, expert insight, and real-world advice—everything you expect from Real Estate Chalk Talk.

In this episode of Real Estate Chalk Talk, the hosts discuss the current housing market, including how many homes are available and why May remains the peak month for listing properties. They also dive into the complexities of homeowners insurance, explaining what’s typically covered—and what isn’t—along with insights on fluctuating insurance rates. Additionally, the conversation touches on key financial responsibilities for homeowners, including mortgage payments, property taxes, and income taxes. This episode offers practical advice and timely insights for buyers, sellers, and anyone navigating today’s real estate landscape.

In this episode of Real Estate Chalk Talk, the hosts discuss the current housing market, including how many homes are available and why May remains the peak month for listing properties. They also dive into the complexities of homeowners insurance, explaining what’s typically covered—and what isn’t—along with insights on fluctuating insurance rates. Additionally, the conversation touches on key financial responsibilities for homeowners, including mortgage payments, property taxes, and income taxes. This episode offers practical advice and timely insights for buyers, sellers, and anyone navigating today’s real estate landscape.

In this episode of Real Estate Chalk Talk, the hosts discuss the current housing market, including how many homes are available and why May remains the peak month for listing properties. They also dive into the complexities of homeowners insurance, explaining what’s typically covered—and what isn’t—along with insights on fluctuating insurance rates. Additionally, the conversation touches on key financial responsibilities for homeowners, including mortgage payments, property taxes, and income taxes. This episode offers practical advice and timely insights for buyers, sellers, and anyone navigating today’s real estate landscape.

In this episode of Real Estate Chalk Talk, the hosts discuss the current housing market, including how many homes are available and why May remains the peak month for listing properties. They also dive into the complexities of homeowners insurance, explaining what’s typically covered—and what isn’t—along with insights on fluctuating insurance rates. Additionally, the conversation touches on key financial responsibilities for homeowners, including mortgage payments, property taxes, and income taxes. This episode offers practical advice and timely insights for buyers, sellers, and anyone navigating today’s real estate landscape.

In this episode of Real Estate Chalk Talk, the hosts dive into current homes on the market, discussing strategies for listing a property, how long to keep it active, and the right time to take it off the market. They also explore mortgage lending from a lender’s perspective, including how interest rates and potential changes at the Federal Reserve could impact buyers and sellers alike. Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious about the housing market, this episode offers practical insights and timely analysis to help you navigate today’s real estate landscape.

In this episode of Real Estate Chalk Talk, the hosts dive into current homes on the market, discussing strategies for listing a property, how long to keep it active, and the right time to take it off the market. They also explore mortgage lending from a lender’s perspective, including how interest rates and potential changes at the Federal Reserve could impact buyers and sellers alike. Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious about the housing market, this episode offers practical insights and timely analysis to help you navigate today’s real estate landscape.

In this episode of Real Estate Chalk Talk, the hosts dive into current homes on the market, discussing strategies for listing a property, how long to keep it active, and the right time to take it off the market. They also explore mortgage lending from a lender’s perspective, including how interest rates and potential changes at the Federal Reserve could impact buyers and sellers alike. Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious about the housing market, this episode offers practical insights and timely analysis to help you navigate today’s real estate landscape.

This week on Real Estate Chalk Talk on AM 1280 The Patriot, the team breaks down the latest market unit rates and compares today’s numbers to the pre-COVID housing landscape. They discuss why spring remains the strongest season for home sellers, even in a shifting market. The conversation also dives into the growing decline in homeownership among younger buyers, highlighting the financial challenges that make entering the market more difficult than ever. Plus, the hosts spotlight several current listings in Minneapolis, offering insights into opportunities and trends in the local market. Tune in for practical analysis and real-world updates from the experts

This week on Real Estate Chalk Talk on AM 1280 The Patriot, the team breaks down the latest market unit rates and compares today’s numbers to the pre-COVID housing landscape. They discuss why spring remains the strongest season for home sellers, even in a shifting market. The conversation also dives into the growing decline in homeownership among younger buyers, highlighting the financial challenges that make entering the market more difficult than ever. Plus, the hosts spotlight several current listings in Minneapolis, offering insights into opportunities and trends in the local market. Tune in for practical analysis and real-world updates from the experts

This week on Real Estate Chalk Talk on AM 1280 The Patriot, the team breaks down the latest market unit rates and compares today’s numbers to the pre-COVID housing landscape. They discuss why spring remains the strongest season for home sellers, even in a shifting market. The conversation also dives into the growing decline in homeownership among younger buyers, highlighting the financial challenges that make entering the market more difficult than ever. Plus, the hosts spotlight several current listings in Minneapolis, offering insights into opportunities and trends in the local market. Tune in for practical analysis and real-world updates from the experts

This week on Real Estate Chalk Talk on AM 1280 The Patriot, the team breaks down the latest market unit rates and compares today’s numbers to the pre-COVID housing landscape. They discuss why spring remains the strongest season for home sellers, even in a shifting market. The conversation also dives into the growing decline in homeownership among younger buyers, highlighting the financial challenges that make entering the market more difficult than ever. Plus, the hosts spotlight several current listings in Minneapolis, offering insights into opportunities and trends in the local market. Tune in for practical analysis and real-world updates from the experts

In this week’s episode of Real Estate Chalk Talk, the hosts reflect on how quickly the seasons are changing—and how that momentum is echoed in today’s real estate market. They break down what buyers and sellers need to know as fall transitions toward winter, and how timing plays a crucial role in pricing, preparation, and expectations. The discussion dives deep into strategies for handling a home that’s been on the market for over 40 days, offering practical insights on adjusting price, improving presentation, and understanding buyer behavior in a shifting market. The team also provides an up-to-the-moment look at the real estate landscape across the Twin Cities and surrounding suburbs, highlighting trends, inventory levels, and what clients can expect as the market continues to evolve. Packed with expert analysis and real-world advice, this episode helps listeners stay informed, proactive, and ready for the next move.

In this week’s episode of Real Estate Chalk Talk, the hosts reflect on how quickly the seasons are changing—and how that momentum is echoed in today’s real estate market. They break down what buyers and sellers need to know as fall transitions toward winter, and how timing plays a crucial role in pricing, preparation, and expectations. The discussion dives deep into strategies for handling a home that’s been on the market for over 40 days, offering practical insights on adjusting price, improving presentation, and understanding buyer behavior in a shifting market. The team also provides an up-to-the-moment look at the real estate landscape across the Twin Cities and surrounding suburbs, highlighting trends, inventory levels, and what clients can expect as the market continues to evolve. Packed with expert analysis and real-world advice, this episode helps listeners stay informed, proactive, and ready for the next move.

In this week’s episode of Real Estate Chalk Talk, the hosts reflect on how quickly the seasons are changing—and how that momentum is echoed in today’s real estate market. They break down what buyers and sellers need to know as fall transitions toward winter, and how timing plays a crucial role in pricing, preparation, and expectations. The discussion dives deep into strategies for handling a home that’s been on the market for over 40 days, offering practical insights on adjusting price, improving presentation, and understanding buyer behavior in a shifting market. The team also provides an up-to-the-moment look at the real estate landscape across the Twin Cities and surrounding suburbs, highlighting trends, inventory levels, and what clients can expect as the market continues to evolve. Packed with expert analysis and real-world advice, this episode helps listeners stay informed, proactive, and ready for the next move.

In this week’s episode of Real Estate Chalk Talk, the hosts reflect on how quickly the seasons are changing—and how that momentum is echoed in today’s real estate market. They break down what buyers and sellers need to know as fall transitions toward winter, and how timing plays a crucial role in pricing, preparation, and expectations. The discussion dives deep into strategies for handling a home that’s been on the market for over 40 days, offering practical insights on adjusting price, improving presentation, and understanding buyer behavior in a shifting market. The team also provides an up-to-the-moment look at the real estate landscape across the Twin Cities and surrounding suburbs, highlighting trends, inventory levels, and what clients can expect as the market continues to evolve. Packed with expert analysis and real-world advice, this episode helps listeners stay informed, proactive, and ready for the next move.

In this compelling episode, hosts dive deep into the state of the city of Saint Paul, unpacking mounting economic, real‐estate, and community-health concerns that suggest the urban core may be at a turning point. Through data, on-the-ground stories and expert commentary, they explore what’s gone wrong, what’s at stake for homeowners and investors, and whether meaningful solutions are still possible. If you care about where your investment and community future stand in the Twin Cities, this show serves as a wake-up call and roadmap for what comes next.

In this compelling episode, hosts dive deep into the state of the city of Saint Paul, unpacking mounting economic, real‐estate, and community-health concerns that suggest the urban core may be at a turning point. Through data, on-the-ground stories and expert commentary, they explore what’s gone wrong, what’s at stake for homeowners and investors, and whether meaningful solutions are still possible. If you care about where your investment and community future stand in the Twin Cities, this show serves as a wake-up call and roadmap for what comes next.

In this compelling episode, hosts dive deep into the state of the city of Saint Paul, unpacking mounting economic, real‐estate, and community-health concerns that suggest the urban core may be at a turning point. Through data, on-the-ground stories and expert commentary, they explore what’s gone wrong, what’s at stake for homeowners and investors, and whether meaningful solutions are still possible. If you care about where your investment and community future stand in the Twin Cities, this show serves as a wake-up call and roadmap for what comes next.

In this compelling episode, hosts dive deep into the state of the city of Saint Paul, unpacking mounting economic, real‐estate, and community-health concerns that suggest the urban core may be at a turning point. Through data, on-the-ground stories and expert commentary, they explore what’s gone wrong, what’s at stake for homeowners and investors, and whether meaningful solutions are still possible. If you care about where your investment and community future stand in the Twin Cities, this show serves as a wake-up call and roadmap for what comes next.