NEW EPISODE ALERT — Real Talk Real Estate Podcast

This week Christina and Andy are behind the mics, and they're breaking down something every buyer needs to hear before they ever start house hunting: preapproval isn't a formality — it's a strategy session.

Here's what they got into

Preapproval ≠ one-size-fits-all. There are multiple loan programs and rate options out there, and what you qualify for depends on a lot more than you'd think. A lender conversation early on sets your whole plan up right.

"Clean credit" can still have surprises. Even if you pay every bill on time, there can be something lurking in your credit report quietly working against you. Better to find it — and fix it — months before you're ready to buy, not during the deal.

Planning ahead = more money in your pocket. The earlier you start the conversation, the more options (and leverage) you have.

Moral of the story: talk to a lender before you tour homes. New episodes drop every week — give it a listen!

HOUSE OF THE WEEK 206 Weldon Dr, Boonsboro, MD — Kinsey Heights $415,000 | 3 Beds | 1 Bath | 2,232 SqFt

This Boonsboro rancher just got a top-to-bottom refresh, and it shows the second you walk in

Brand-new kitchen — cabinetry, countertops & appliances Fully renovated bathroom Fresh flooring, paint & finishes throughout Finished lower level with 2 bonus rooms + tons of storage Front porch, rear deck & fully fenced backyard — perfect for pets or entertaining NEW roof, HVAC, windows, siding, gutters, garage door, water heater & exterior doors — the big-ticket stuff is already done for you

One-level living, zero to-do list, and close to schools, parks, shopping & commuter routes. This one's turnkey and ready for its next chapter

Want the details or a private tour? Call 866-702-9038

NEW EPISODE ALERT &mdash; Real Talk Real Estate Podcast
This week Christina and Andy are behind the mics, and they're breaking down something every buyer needs to hear before they ever start house hunting: preapproval isn't a formality &mdash; it's a strategy session.
Here's what they got into
Preapproval &ne; one-size-fits-all. There are multiple loan programs and rate options out there, and what you qualify for depends on a lot more than you'd think. A lender conversation early on sets your whole plan up right.
"Clean credit" can still have surprises. Even if you pay every bill on time, there can be something lurking in your credit report quietly working against you. Better to find it &mdash; and fix it &mdash; months before you're ready to buy, not during the deal.
Planning ahead = more money in your pocket. The earlier you start the conversation, the more options (and leverage) you have.
Moral of the story: talk to a lender before you tour homes. New episodes drop every week &mdash; give it a listen!
HOUSE OF THE WEEK 206 Weldon Dr, Boonsboro, MD &mdash; Kinsey Heights $415,000 | 3 Beds | 1 Bath | 2,232 SqFt
This Boonsboro rancher just got a top-to-bottom refresh, and it shows the second you walk in
Brand-new kitchen &mdash; cabinetry, countertops &amp; appliances Fully renovated bathroom Fresh flooring, paint &amp; finishes throughout Finished lower level with 2 bonus rooms + tons of storage Front porch, rear deck &amp; fully fenced backyard &mdash; perfect for pets or entertaining NEW roof, HVAC, windows, siding, gutters, garage door, water heater &amp; exterior doors &mdash; the big-ticket stuff is already done for you
One-level living, zero to-do list, and close to schools, parks, shopping &amp; commuter routes. This one's turnkey and ready for its next chapter
Want the details or a private tour? Call 866-702-9038

Tune in weekday mornings from 5-10am for the Free Country Wake Up Crew with Tom Whalen and Dianah Gibson.

Tune in weekday mornings from 5-10am for the Free Country Wake Up Crew with Tom Whalen and Dianah Gibson.