Real Talk with Sterling Real Estate Group
Real Talk with Sterling Real Estate Group
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Real Talk with Sterling Real Estate Group is your go-to resource for all things real estate. In our episodes, we break down the latest market trends, share insider tips, and provide expert insights to empower your property journey. Whether you're buying, selling, building, or investing, we're here to help you navigate the dynamic world of real estate in New York's Capital Region and beyond. If you have any questions or topics you’d like us to cover in a future episode, we’d love to hear from you! Reach out to us at [email protected].
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The podcast covers essential real estate topics, including market trends, mortgage insights, and insurance challenges. For example, recent episodes have tackled the impact of Federal Reserve policies on mortgage rates and strategies for first-time homebuyers facing a competitive market, emphasizing key takeaways that listeners can apply to their property journeys.
Real Talk with Sterling Real Estate Group is your go-to resource for all things real estate. In our episodes, we break down the latest market trends, share insider tips, and provide expert insights to empower your property journey. Whether you’re buying, selling, building, or investing, we’re here to help you navigate the dynamic world of real estate in New York’s Capital Region and beyond. If you have any questions or topics you’d like us to cover in a future episode, we’d love to hear from you! Reach out to us at [email protected].
In this episode of Real Talk with Sterling Real Estate Group, Lisa Licata sits down with Sam Gamello, a certified real estate appraiser with over 25 years of experience and owner of Olde Kinderhook Appraisal Services.
Whether you’re buying, selling, or representing clients in a transaction, understanding the appraisal process is critical. Sam breaks down what an appraisal really is, what factors affect a home’s value, and how appraisal gaps happen in today’s fast-paced market.
💡 Key Takeaways:
- What’s included (and not) in a home appraisal
- Why accurate square footage matters—and how it’s measured
- How appraisers handle unique or hard-to-comp properties
- What to do if the appraisal comes in below contract price
- The difference between appraisals for purchases, refinances, and FHA loans
- How sellers and agents can help support a smooth, accurate appraisal process
Plus, Sam shares insights on local vs. national market trends, the impact of concessions, and how current appraisal standards are evolving.
📍 This episode is packed with practical info for anyone involved in Capital Region real estate.
📞 Need an appraisal or have questions?
Contact Sam at Olde Kinderhook Appraisal Services:
📱 518-542-7774
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