**Episode Highlights: Real Estate Insights and Mortgage Tips**

This week on the Business Happy Hour, Ksenia Akishna is joined by special guests Summer Baker and Abel Carrasco, two experienced real estate agents and mortgage experts. In this engaging episode, they dive into the world of real estate and mortgage advice, sharing valuable insights and tips for buyers and sellers.

The conversation covers a range of topics, from the importance of working with a good real estate agent to the challenges of navigating multiple offers and the benefits of down payment assistance programs. Summer and Abel share their expertise on how to craft a winning offer, including the importance of building rapport with the listing agent and being prepared to negotiate. They also discuss the pros and cons of down payment assistance programs and how they can impact a buyer's financial situation.

One of the key takeaways from this episode is the importance of doing your due diligence when working with a real estate agent or lender. The hosts emphasize the need to research and vet potential agents and lenders to ensure you're working with someone who is knowledgeable, responsive, and professional. They also stress the importance of being prepared and having a clear understanding of your financial situation before making an offer on a home.

If you're thinking of buying or selling a home, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear Ksenia, Summer, and Abel share their expertise and insights on the world of real estate and mortgage advice. From navigating multiple offers to understanding down payment assistance programs, they cover it all. Don't miss this informative and engaging episode of the Business Happy Hour!

**Episode Highlights: Real Estate Insights and Mortgage Tips**
This week on the Business Happy Hour, Ksenia Akishna is joined by special guests Summer Baker and Abel Carrasco, two experienced real estate agents and mortgage experts. In this engaging episode, they dive into the world of real estate and mortgage advice, sharing valuable insights and tips for buyers and sellers.
The conversation covers a range of topics, from the importance of working with a good real estate agent to the challenges of navigating multiple offers and the benefits of down payment assistance programs. Summer and Abel share their expertise on how to craft a winning offer, including the importance of building rapport with the listing agent and being prepared to negotiate. They also discuss the pros and cons of down payment assistance programs and how they can impact a buyer's financial situation.
One of the key takeaways from this episode is the importance of doing your due diligence when working with a real estate agent or lender. The hosts emphasize the need to research and vet potential agents and lenders to ensure you're working with someone who is knowledgeable, responsive, and professional. They also stress the importance of being prepared and having a clear understanding of your financial situation before making an offer on a home.
If you're thinking of buying or selling a home, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear Ksenia, Summer, and Abel share their expertise and insights on the world of real estate and mortgage advice. From navigating multiple offers to understanding down payment assistance programs, they cover it all. Don't miss this informative and engaging episode of the Business Happy Hour!

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The Business Happy Hour

Business Happy Hour 2026-06-13 - Hosted by Ksenia Akishina w/ Co-Host Summer Baker and Abel Carrasco 

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