North of CHI
North of CHI is a podcast hosted by the Designated Managing Brokers of Baird & Warner’s North Shore offices about life as a broker & REALTOR in the communities of Chicago’s North Shore. There’s always so much going on in the real estate industry, & our north shore market is ever changing. We are here to help break down some of what’s going on in the market, the trends we’re seeing & to help agents grow their businesses by working smarter not harder. So whether you’re a new or experienced agent, or just like to listen to realtors talk shop, we hope you’ll find some useful information in the episodes to come!
Episodes
53 episodes
Coaching for Success: Unlocking Your Real Estate Potential
In this episode, we explore the transformative power of coaching in the real estate industry. Whether you're a rookie agent or a seasoned pro, the right coach can provide invaluable guidance, accountability, and support. Join us as we dis...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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12:41
Is It Still A Good Idea To Buy In 2024?
Interest rates. Competition. Rising Prices. Is it still a good idea to buy a home in 2024? (hint: YES it is - and here's why!).
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18:48
Self Care for Real Estate Agents with Dina Lissner
In this episode we turn the tables on one of our hosts, Dina Lissner to share her helpful tips and suggestions on how busy real estate agents can make small changes and feel better. With a previous career in health and wellness, Dina's experti...
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22:12
Stephanie Eder on finding Balance at Baird & Warner
In this episode, we talk with Stephanie Eder, Director of Program Operations for Baird & Warner's Balance Program. Balance is designed to help agents be more productive in less time by streamlining and removing many of the tasks and f...
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27:24
Steve Lawrence Talks Libertyville, Wisconsin, and Servant Leadership
In this episode, the hosts take their show on the road to visit with Steve Lawrence, Designated Managing Broker of Baird & Warner's Libertyville office. They discuss the history of B&W in the area, the differences between Illinois...
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17:20
Preparing to Sell with Alexandra Korompilas
Preparing to sell your home means more than simply decluttering. There are so many things to think about, prepare for, and do before your home ever goes on the market. Having an experienced listing agent like Alexandra Korompilas fr...
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28:59
Preparing to Buy with Jason Finn, Key Mortgage Loan Officer
On this episode of North Of Chi, Jason Finn shares insights from his 18+ years experience in the real estate industry for both consumers and agents thinking of making a home purchase!
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25:22
2024 Market Outlook
In this episode, our omnipotent hosts and Managers of our Winnetka, Glenbrook and Evanston offices break out their crystal balls to share their thoughts on what to expect in the 2024 Chicagoland housing market! Forecasts, predictions, hun...
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20:35
Home Inspections with Jamie Dunsing
In this episode, the North Of Chi crew speaks with Jamie Dunsing of Dunsing Inspections. With over 30 years expereince in building inspections, Jamie shares great wisdom and advice, and a couple of amusing stories about some very interest...
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18:51
Host Roundtable: Adjusting to Change
In this guest-free episode, the hosts discuss adapting to a changing real estate industry and some best practices for leveraging change for your advantage.
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10:35
Bringing value to clients through data & analytics with Scott Ottenheimer
In this episode, we speak with B&W Glenbrook agent Scott Ottenheimer. The conversation covers his analytical approach to real estate sales, his philanthropic interests and the value he brings to his clients.
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20:25
Appraisal Awareness
In this episode, our hosts chat with longtime North Shore appraiser and real estate agent, Mike Del Monte. They discuss recent changes to appraisal regulations and guidelines, and best practices for real estate agents preparing for an app...
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20:06
Next Year's Market is Now.
It's officially Q4, and that means agents should be preparing for next year's spring market. Failing to plan now is planning to fail later! On this episode, our hosts talk about what agents can be doing today to prepare for next yea...
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12:20
When The Going Gets Tough...How To Help Today's Homebuyer
Interest rates. Lack of inventory. Sky high demand. These are just some of the challenges facing today's homebuyer. In this episode, the North Of Chi brain trust talks about what agents can do to help their buyer clients...
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16:27
The Importance of Trusted Title Partners with Molly Gear
In this episiode the North of Chi crew welcomes Broker Relations Manager with B&W TItle, Molly Gear. The discussion covers the importance of having trusted Title partners and the seamless experience this provides our clients and agent...
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25:21
Back From The Dead! Home Sale & Home Close Contingencies
Since early 2020 and the start of the pandemic housing boom, home sale and home close contingencies in purchase offers have been relegated to the margins of real estate transactions. But anyone who is in this industry knows, it's a cyclic...
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14:32
Mortgage Mythbusting with Bernard Dugandzic
Myths and misleading information about the home buying and home financing processes are serious problems. This week, the hosts talk with "fact-machine" Bernard Dugandzic of Key Mortgage to bust some of the most common myths we're hearing in th...
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27:54
Talking Mortgage Options with Lazar Bityou
In this episode, we talk with Lazar Bityou, VP of residential lending with Key Mortgage. We discuss interest rates, temporary buydowns, downpayment assistance, and other creative ways to finance homes in today's environment.
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23:59
Building A More Equitable Chicago With Habitat For Humanity
In this episode, we speak with David Chudy, Habitat Chicago's Senior Manager of Corporate Partnerships. Dave shares with us some of the projects Habitat is working on throughout Chicago and we discuss how a unique partnership between Baird &...
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31:06
Handling Multiple Offers with Lindy Goss and Emily McClintock
In this episode, high producing agents Lindy Goss and Emily McClintock share their thoughts and strategies about handling multiple offer situations in a high stress marketplace.
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27:59
Buyer Agency, Fair Housing and Other Rule Changes You Should Know
In this episode, hosts Erik & Ian discuss some of the recent (and upcoming) rule changes as they pertain to buyer agency & compensation, fair housing, the REALTOR Code of Ethics and more.
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17:06
Changing brokerages doesn't have to be hard with Julie Jensen and John Adamson
In this episode, Designated Managing Broker Catherine Leonard speaks with Agents Julie Jensen and John Adamson from B&W's Evanston Office about their experiences switching brokerages to join Baird & Warner.
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Episode 13
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11:32
The Power of Video with Matt Fedderman
In this episode we speak with Baird & Warner's extremely talented and creative in-house video producer Matt Fedderman about the importance of using video to brand yourself in the real estate space.
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25:16
The Art of Happy Moving with Ali Wenzke
Can moving be stressful? Sure. Tune in to this episode for tips and strategies from the Ali Wenzke, Author of The Art of Happy Moving (and Baird & Warner Agent) for how to de-stress the process and bring more happiness to your move. ...
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21:30
30 minutes with Deborah DeBoer, Director of Professional Development with NSBAR
In this episode, our hosts chat with NSBAR Director of Professional Development Deborah DeBoer about the many resources NSBAR provides to it's members, changes to fair housing law, and the importance of buyer agency agreements. If you're a NSBAR ...
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