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Episode #439 - 10/17/25

 New Podcast Episode Alert! 

This week on the podcast, we’re diving into why January might just be the perfect time to buy a home 

If you've been waiting for the right moment to make your move, the numbers are starting to line up 

 According to industry data:


Fewer buyers in January = less competition


Prices often stabilize after the holidays


Sellers listing now are typically more serious

Timing is everything—and in real estate, the right month can make a BIG difference in both pricing and negotiating power 

 Tune in to get all the insights and pro tips so you can hit the ground running this new year! 

 House of the Week
 208 Rappahannock Run, Falling Waters, WV
 $410,000
 Private community living with Potomac River access!

 Highlights:


4 beds | 2.5 baths


Main-level primary suite


Open-concept living


Stainless steel appliances & upgraded countertops


Quiet cul-de-sac


0.66-acre lot that backs to mature trees


Private river access for boating, kayaking, fishing, and more!


2-car garage + main-level laundry

 Located in Brookfield on the Potomac, this home offers nature, comfort, and community all in one!

 Click for details or message us to set up your private tour!
 And don’t forget to tune in to this week’s podcast—available wherever you get your podcasts! 

&nbsp;New Podcast Episode Alert!&nbsp;
This week on the podcast, we&rsquo;re diving into why&nbsp;January might just be the&nbsp;perfect&nbsp;time to buy a home&nbsp;
If you've been waiting for the right moment to make your move, the numbers are starting to line up&nbsp;
&nbsp;According to industry data:
<ul>
<li dir="ltr">
Fewer buyers in January = less competition
</li>
<li dir="ltr">
Prices often stabilize after the holidays
</li>
<li dir="ltr">
Sellers listing now are typically more serious
</li>
</ul>
Timing is everything&mdash;and in real estate, the&nbsp;right&nbsp;month can make a BIG difference in both pricing and negotiating power&nbsp;
&nbsp;Tune in to get all the insights and pro tips&nbsp;so you can hit the ground running this new year!&nbsp;
&nbsp;House of the Week &nbsp;208 Rappahannock Run, Falling Waters, WV &nbsp;$410,000 &nbsp;Private community living with Potomac River access!
&nbsp;Highlights:
<ul>
<li dir="ltr">
4 beds | 2.5 baths
</li>
<li dir="ltr">
Main-level primary suite
</li>
<li dir="ltr">
Open-concept living
</li>
<li dir="ltr">
Stainless steel appliances &amp; upgraded countertops
</li>
<li dir="ltr">
Quiet cul-de-sac
</li>
<li dir="ltr">
0.66-acre lot that backs to mature trees
</li>
<li dir="ltr">
Private river access for boating, kayaking, fishing, and more!
</li>
<li dir="ltr">
2-car garage + main-level laundry
</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;Located in&nbsp;Brookfield on the Potomac, this home offers nature, comfort, and community all in one!
&nbsp;Click for details or message us to set up your private tour! &nbsp;And don&rsquo;t forget to&nbsp;tune in to this week&rsquo;s podcast&mdash;available wherever you get your podcasts!&nbsp;

Episode #447 - 12/26/25

 NEW PODCAST EPISODE IS LIVE!

Thinking of selling this winter?  You may have more leverage than you think. This week, I break down why selling your home in the colder months could give you a serious edge over the springtime crowd. Less competition, more serious buyers, and faster decisions? Tune in to hear what’s really happening in the market! 

 PLUS — check out our ️ House of the Week ️
 430 Eurasian Dr, Bunker Hill, WV 25413
 $400,000



This stylish 4-bed, 2.5-bath Craftsman-style home in Morning Dove Estates is only 3 years old and move-in ready!

 Luxury vinyl plank flooring on the main level
 Kitchen island + stainless steel appliances
 Spacious primary suite w/ walk-in closet + private bath
 2-car garage + unfinished basement = space to grow
 Quiet community near commuter routes

 Click to learn more or stop by Sunday to tour in person!
 Presented by Jay Day and The Day Home Team at LPT Realty
 Experience the Difference a Day Makes!

&nbsp;NEW PODCAST EPISODE IS LIVE!
Thinking of selling this winter?&nbsp;&nbsp;You may have&nbsp;more leverage&nbsp;than you think. This week, I break down why selling your home in the colder months could give you a serious edge over the springtime crowd. Less competition, more serious buyers, and faster decisions? Tune in to hear what&rsquo;s really happening in the market!&nbsp;
&nbsp;PLUS &mdash; check out our&nbsp;️&nbsp;House of the Week&nbsp;️ &nbsp;430 Eurasian Dr, Bunker Hill, WV 25413 &nbsp;$400,000 
This stylish 4-bed, 2.5-bath&nbsp;Craftsman-style&nbsp;home in&nbsp;Morning Dove Estates&nbsp;is only 3 years old and move-in ready!
&nbsp;Luxury vinyl plank flooring on the main level &nbsp;Kitchen island + stainless steel appliances &nbsp;Spacious primary suite w/ walk-in closet + private bath &nbsp;2-car garage +&nbsp;unfinished basement&nbsp;= space to grow &nbsp;Quiet community near commuter routes
&nbsp;Click to learn more or stop by Sunday to tour in person! &nbsp;Presented by Jay Day and The Day Home Team at LPT Realty &nbsp;Experience the Difference a Day Makes!

Episode #446 - 12/12/25

 This Week’s Podcast: Why More Homeowners Are Giving Up Their Low Mortgage Rate 

Have you been wondering why some homeowners are giving up their super low mortgage rates and deciding to make a move anyway?  In this week’s podcast, we break down the reasons behind the trend—including how life events, changing needs, and lifestyle upgrades are tipping the scales for many sellers 

Whether you're holding a 3% rate or thinking about jumping back into the market, this episode is packed with insight you won't want to miss! 

 House of the Week
 167 Natural Way | Martinsburg, WV
 $199,500
 Open House: Saturday 12/6 | 1–4 PM

Looking for your first home or an investment opportunity? This affordable interior townhome in Manor Park might be the one! 

 Highlights:


1-car attached garage




Partially finished basement w/ half bath rough-in




Open main level with deck off kitchen/breakfast area




Primary suite with walk-in closet & private bath




Two more bedrooms + full hall bath



 Minutes from shopping, dining & major commuter routes!

 Tap to listen to the episode and check out the listing before it’s gone!

&nbsp;This Week&rsquo;s Podcast: Why More Homeowners Are Giving Up Their Low Mortgage Rate&nbsp;
Have you been wondering&nbsp;why some homeowners are giving up their super low mortgage rates&nbsp;and deciding to make a move anyway?&nbsp;&nbsp;In this week&rsquo;s podcast, we break down the reasons behind the trend&mdash;including how life events, changing needs, and lifestyle upgrades are tipping the scales for many sellers&nbsp;
Whether you're holding a 3% rate or thinking about jumping back into the market, this episode is packed with insight you won't want to miss!&nbsp;
&nbsp;House of the Week &nbsp;167 Natural Way | Martinsburg, WV &nbsp;$199,500 &nbsp;Open House: Saturday 12/6 | 1&ndash;4 PM
Looking for your first home or an investment opportunity? This affordable&nbsp;interior townhome in Manor Park&nbsp;might be the one!&nbsp;
&nbsp;Highlights:
<ul>
<li dir="ltr">
1-car attached garage 
</li>
<li dir="ltr">
Partially finished basement w/ half bath rough-in 
</li>
<li dir="ltr">
Open main level with deck off kitchen/breakfast area 
</li>
<li dir="ltr">
Primary suite with walk-in closet &amp; private bath 
</li>
<li dir="ltr">
Two more bedrooms + full hall bath 
</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;Minutes from shopping, dining &amp; major commuter routes!
&nbsp;Tap to listen to the episode and check out the listing before it&rsquo;s gone!

Episode #439 - 10/17/25

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