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On this show, we talk about everything real estate for today for busy professionals; building wealth through real estate, investing, the home buying & selling journey, and Seattle living with guests. With hosts Maynard Wagner, Justin Day, and Michael Dapper. Hosted by the Wagner Real Estate Group (WREG) helps our clients achieve their real estate goals by delivering exceptional service in an innovative, collaborative & positive-minded team approach. Having sold over $70M a year both in 2020 & 2021 helping nearly 100 families per year, plus ranking as one of the top 10 small teams in the entire state of Washington, we can help make your real estate experience actually enjoyable while exceeding your expectations. Our deep expertise & experience in the highly competitive Seattle market and our relentless obsession with making your move & enjoyable, simple & memorable experience so that at the end, all you can say is WOW! We do this through our Concierge Services, where we take care of everything for you, every tiny detail, ensuring your success.

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April 14, 202434 min

How To Build A NEW $3,000,000 Seattle Home From NOTHING

In today's episode, join Mark on his remarkable journey as he shares his experience building a stunning $3M Seattle new construction home from scratch, the cost of building a house in Seattle, the process & timelines you can expect and way more.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:56 - Making The Decision to Move10:40 - How To Be More Competitive13:40 - The Challenges18:35 - Remodeling Process23:55 - What To Consider When Building in Seattle20:51 - Favourite Things About Seattle—►► For your home buying or selling needs, you can reach us at 206-369-8201 or at maynard@mwagnerteam.comHosted by the Wagner Real Estate GroupThe Wagner Real Estate Group (WREG) helps our clients achieve their real estate goals by delivering exceptional service in an innovative, collaborative & positive-minded team approach.Having sold over $70M a year both in 2020 & 2021 helping nearly 100 families per year, plus ranking as one of the top 10 small teams in the entire state of Washington, we can help make your real estate experience actually enjoyable while exceeding your expectations. Our deep expertise & experience in the highly competitive Seattle market and our relentless obsession with making your move & enjoyable, simple & memorable experience so that at the end, all you can say is WOW! We do this through our Concierge Services, where we take care of everything for you, every tiny detail, ensuring your success.When you're ready to make a move in Seattle, reach out & let us know! https://www.mwagnerhomes.com/scheduleFollow us on Instagram:Maynard Wagner: https://www.instagram.com/seattle_realtor_maynardJustin Day: https://www.instagram.com/justindayrealestate/Michael Dapper: https://www.instagram.com/michaeldapper/—👉 Want to sell your home? Find out how much your Seattle home is worth👇 https://bit.ly/SeattleHomeownerQuiz🏡 Want to buy a home? Search all homes for sale 👇 https://bit.ly/SeattleSearchHomes—Maynard Wagner - Broker, CPA, MBAWagner Real Estate GroupRE/MAX Northwest300 NE 97th StreetSeattle, WA 98115📲 206-369-8201📧 maynard@mwagnerteam.com💻 https://www.mwagnerhomes.com#shorts #seattlerealestatenews

April 11, 202440 min

Meet the Employee Who Built Color-Changing Tequila & Changed His Life

On today's episode, we interview Rick Hewitt, an entrepreneur who has built his career on color-changing tequila at Unicorn Distillery. Rick is also winning in real estate investing with his short-term rentals. Timestamps:00:00 - Meet Rick Hewitt02:23 - Unicorn Distillery's Unique Products10:59 - Rick's Entrepreneurial Journey & Background25:19 - Rick's Real Estate Investments29:40 - Real Estate Mindset35:19 - Getting Into Rentals—►► For your home buying or selling needs, you can reach us at 206-369-8201 or at maynard@mwagnerteam.comHosted by the Wagner Real Estate GroupThe Wagner Real Estate Group (WREG) helps our clients achieve their real estate goals by delivering exceptional service in an innovative, collaborative & positive-minded team approach.Having sold over $70M a year both in 2020 & 2021 helping nearly 100 families per year, plus ranking as one of the top 10 small teams in the entire state of Washington, we can help make your real estate experience actually enjoyable while exceeding your expectations. Our deep expertise & experience in the highly competitive Seattle market and our relentless obsession with making your move & enjoyable, simple & memorable experience so that at the end, all you can say is WOW! We do this through our Concierge Services, where we take care of everything for you, every tiny detail, ensuring your success.Grains to Gains: Building Multiple Income Streams w/ Unicorn Distillery & Short-Term RentalsWhen you're ready to make a move in Seattle, reach out & let us know! https://www.mwagnerhomes.com/scheduleFollow us on Instagram:Maynard Wagner: https://www.instagram.com/seattle_realtor_maynardJustin Day: https://www.instagram.com/justindayrealestate/Michael Dapper: https://www.instagram.com/michaeldapper/—👉 Want to sell your home? Find out how much your Seattle home is worth👇 https://bit.ly/SeattleHomeownerQuiz🏡 Want to buy a home? Search all homes for sale 👇 https://bit.ly/SeattleSearchHomes—Maynard Wagner - Broker, CPA, MBAWagner Real Estate GroupRE/MAX Northwest300 NE 97th StreetSeattle, WA 98115📲 206-369-8201📧 maynard@mwagnerteam.com💻 https://www.mwagnerhomes.com#shorts #seattlerealestatenews

April 9, 202434 min

The Reality Behind Staging Your Home: The ROI, Timeline, & More

In this episode, we interview Sarah Vanausdoll, who owns an incredible home staging business here in the Seattle area. We're talking all about the ROI of staging your home, the logistics behind the business, and more.00:00 - Intro01:37 - Meet Sarah Vanausdoll02:41 - Starting a staging business03:52 - What is home staging?05:39 - ROI on home staging12:49 - How a staging business works34:17 - Outro —►► For your home buying or selling needs, you can reach us at 206-369-8201 or at maynard@mwagnerteam.comHosted by the Wagner Real Estate GroupThe Wagner Real Estate Group (WREG) helps our clients achieve their real estate goals by delivering exceptional service in an innovative, collaborative & positive-minded team approach.Having sold over $70M a year both in 2020 & 2021 helping nearly 100 families per year, plus ranking as one of the top 10 small teams in the entire state of Washington, we can help make your real estate experience actually enjoyable while exceeding your expectations. Our deep expertise & experience in the highly competitive Seattle market and our relentless obsession with making your move & enjoyable, simple & memorable experience so that at the end, all you can say is WOW! We do this through our Concierge Services, where we take care of everything for you, every tiny detail, ensuring your success.When you're ready to make a move in Seattle, reach out & let us know! https://www.mwagnerhomes.com/scheduleFollow us on Instagram:Maynard Wagner: https://www.instagram.com/seattle_realtor_maynardJustin Day: https://www.instagram.com/justindayrealestate/Michael Dapper: https://www.instagram.com/michaeldapper/—👉 Want to sell your home? Find out how much your Seattle home is worth👇 https://bit.ly/SeattleHomeownerQuiz🏡 Want to buy a home? Search all homes for sale 👇 https://bit.ly/SeattleSearchHomes—Maynard Wagner - Broker, CPA, MBAWagner Real Estate GroupRE/MAX Northwest300 NE 97th StreetSeattle, WA 98115📲 206-369-8201📧 maynard@mwagnerteam.com💻 https://www.mwagnerhomes.com#shorts #seattlerealestatenews

April 7, 202437 min

Jermaine Kearse Opens Up About His NFL Journey and Future Plans

In today's episode, we explore Jermaine Kearse's path from scoring touchdowns with the NFL to scoring business goals in the golf industry. Learn about his influences, the importance of mentorship, and get his personal tips for budding entrepreneurs.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:26 - Meet Jermaine Kearse02:35 - Jermaine's Influence & Mentorship07:40 - Golf: The Beginning and Passion11:38 - Lessons in Business16:08 - Community & Relationship Building22:10 - Vision for Evergreen Golf Club26:31 - Tips for Entrepreneurs33:24 - Future Plans36:28 - Closing Remarks—►► For your home buying or selling needs, you can reach us at 206-369-8201 or at maynard@mwagnerteam.comHosted by the Wagner Real Estate GroupThe Wagner Real Estate Group (WREG) helps our clients achieve their real estate goals by delivering exceptional service in an innovative, collaborative & positive-minded team approach.Having sold over $70M a year both in 2020 & 2021 helping nearly 100 families per year, plus ranking as one of the top 10 small teams in the entire state of Washington, we can help make your real estate experience actually enjoyable while exceeding your expectations. Our deep expertise & experience in the highly competitive Seattle market and our relentless obsession with making your move & enjoyable, simple & memorable experience so that at the end, all you can say is WOW! We do this through our Concierge Services, where we take care of everything for you, every tiny detail, ensuring your success.When you're ready to make a move in Seattle, reach out & let us know! https://www.mwagnerhomes.com/scheduleFollow us on Instagram:Maynard Wagner: https://www.instagram.com/seattle_realtor_maynardJustin Day: https://www.instagram.com/justindayrealestate/Michael Dapper: https://www.instagram.com/michaeldapper/—👉 Want to sell your home? Find out how much your Seattle home is worth👇 https://bit.ly/SeattleHomeownerQuiz🏡 Want to buy a home? Search all homes for sale 👇 https://bit.ly/SeattleSearchHomes—Maynard Wagner - Broker, CPA, MBAWagner Real Estate GroupRE/MAX Northwest300 NE 97th StreetSeattle, WA 98115📲 206-369-8201📧 maynard@mwagnerteam.com💻 https://www.mwagnerhomes.com#shorts #seattlerealestatenews

October 3, 202346 min

How I Went From 9-5 To Million Dollar Fitness Business for Seattle's Pro Athletes

Meet Mitch Harb, owner of HIDEF Physical Therapy in Seattle. Today we discuss how Mitch left his corporate job to build Seattle's industry-leading Physical Therapy company that works with pro athletes to young athletes to retirees.Timestamps:00:00 - entrepreneurship isn't easy02:05 - Mitch's story leaving corporate07:04 - the sacrifices of entrepreneurship11:36 - you can do anything but not everything17:36 - why soft skills matter more than hard skills22:11 - why focus is crucial for entrepreneurs27:05 - making money from social media30:00 - buying in Seattle in this market32:57 - how to start building a real estate portfolio39:13 - the high mortgage rate dilemma is why people are still buying—►► For your home buying or selling needs, you can reach us at 206-369-8201 or at maynard@mwagnerteam.comHosted by the Wagner Real Estate GroupThe Wagner Real Estate Group (WREG) helps our clients achieve their real estate goals by delivering exceptional service in an innovative, collaborative & positive-minded team approach.Having sold over $70M a year both in 2020 & 2021 helping nearly 100 families per year, plus ranking as one of the top 10 small teams in the entire state of Washington, we can help make your real estate experience actually enjoyable while exceeding your expectations. Our deep expertise & experience in the highly competitive Seattle market and our relentless obsession with making your move & enjoyable, simple & memorable experience so that at the end, all you can say is WOW! We do this through our Concierge Services, where we take care of everything for you, every tiny detail, ensuring your success.When you're ready to make a move in Seattle, reach out & let us know! https://www.mwagnerhomes.com/scheduleFollow us on Instagram:Maynard Wagner: https://www.instagram.com/seattle_realtor_maynardJustin Day: https://www.instagram.com/justindayrealestate/Michael Dapper: https://www.instagram.com/michaeldapper/—👉 Want to sell your home? Find out how much your Seattle home is worth👇 https://bit.ly/SeattleHomeownerQuiz🏡 Want to buy a home? Search all homes for sale 👇 https://bit.ly/SeattleSearchHomes—Maynard Wagner - Broker, CPA, MBAWagner Real Estate GroupRE/MAX Northwest300 NE 97th StreetSeattle, WA 98115📲 206-369-8201📧 maynard@mwagnerteam.com💻 https://www.mwagnerhomes.com

September 5, 202342 min

How I Turned My W-2 Income Into Multiple Seattle Homes Every 2 Years To Build Real Wealth | Kathryn Minasian

If you want to start investing in Seattle real estate, don't miss this conversation with accounting professional Kathryn Minasian. She explains how she managed to afford her first property and her full strategy for building her wealth through real estate investing over the years.Timestamps00:00 - Intro00:53 - Introducing Kathryn Minasian02:05 - Why she chose Seattle03:24 - Affording a home05:35 - Her strategy for buying11:21 - Reno challenges14:32 - Choosing a property16:03 - The numbers18:11 - Moving to Marysville21:48 - DIY vs contractors26:49 - Becoming an entrepreneur31:55 - Moving back to Seattle34:57 - Future plans35:53 - Living in Queen Anne37:46 - Kathryn's advice—►► For your home buying or selling needs, you can reach us at 206-369-8201 or at maynard@mwagnerteam.comHosted by the Wagner Real Estate GroupThe Wagner Real Estate Group (WREG) helps our clients achieve their real estate goals by delivering exceptional service in an innovative, collaborative & positive-minded team approach.Having sold over $70M a year both in 2020 & 2021 helping nearly 100 families per year, plus ranking as one of the top 10 small teams in the entire state of Washington, we can help make your real estate experience actually enjoyable while exceeding your expectations. Our deep expertise & experience in the highly competitive Seattle market and our relentless obsession with making your move & enjoyable, simple & memorable experience so that at the end, all you can say is WOW! We do this through our Concierge Services, where we take care of everything for you, every tiny detail, ensuring your success.When you're ready to make a move in Seattle, reach out & let us know! https://www.mwagnerhomes.com/scheduleFollow us on Instagram:Maynard Wagner: https://www.instagram.com/seattle_realtor_maynardJustin Day: https://www.instagram.com/justindayrealestate/Michael Dapper: https://www.instagram.com/michaeldapper/—👉 Want to sell your home? Find out how much your Seattle home is worth👇 https://bit.ly/SeattleHomeownerQuiz🏡 Want to buy a home? Search all homes for sale 👇 https://bit.ly/SeattleSearchHomes—Maynard Wagner - Broker, CPA, MBAWagner Real Estate GroupRE/MAX Northwest300 NE 97th StreetSeattle, WA 98115📲 206-369-8201📧 maynard@mwagnerteam.com💻 https://www.mwagnerhomes.com

August 12, 202343 min

When Will It STOP? News: Airbnb is Dead & Seattle's Future is Dark

Today we're discussing the headlines that kill your wealth by stopping you from investing. We're going to dive into headlines that talk about the real estate crisis, Airbnb's downfall, and everyone leaving Seattle.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:58 - News headlines you need to know about02:11 - A look at the Seattle housing market09:32 - Is Airbnb in crisis?34:27 - Is everyone leaving Seattle?42:03 - Our thoughts

July 11, 202345 min

Truth Behind Being a New Gen-Z Real Estate Agent: Expectations vs Reality, Your 1st Listing & Is Homeownership Dying?

Meet Reilly Jordan, Wagner Real Estate Group's youngest and only Gen Z agent. Reilly talks about what it was like getting into real estate, his first year, and what it's like to be a young person real estate agent.Timestamps:Intro (00:00)Introducing Reilly (01:07)First year in real estate: Reilly's perspective (03:53)Expectations vs. Reality (11:02)Reilly's first listing vs. now (15:23)Is the dream of homeownership dead? (17:17)How to afford your first home (31:22)Misconceptions about Gen Z (33:09)Favorite summer activities in Seattle (40:10)How to keep up with Reilly (44:12) https://www.instagram.com/reilly_jordann/—►► For your home buying or selling needs, you can reach us at 206-369-8201 or at maynard@mwagnerteam.comHosted by the Wagner Real Estate GroupThe Wagner Real Estate Group (WREG) helps our clients achieve their real estate goals by delivering exceptional service in an innovative, collaborative & positive-minded team approach.Having sold over $70M a year both in 2020 & 2021 helping nearly 100 families per year, plus ranking as one of the top 10 small teams in the entire state of Washington, we can help make your real estate experience actually enjoyable while exceeding your expectations. Our deep expertise & experience in the highly competitive Seattle market and our relentless obsession with making your move & enjoyable, simple & memorable experience so that at the end, all you can say is WOW! We do this through our Concierge Services, where we take care of everything for you, every tiny detail, ensuring your success.When you're ready to make a move in Seattle, reach out & let us know! https://www.mwagnerhomes.com/scheduleFollow us on Instagram:Maynard Wagner: https://www.instagram.com/seattle_realtor_maynardJustin Day: https://www.instagram.com/justindayrealestate/Michael Dapper: https://www.instagram.com/michaeldapper/

June 6, 202353 min

How the Swank Guide Finds a $1,000/Night Boutique Hotel for Only $200/Night

Meet Don Bunnell, the founder of Swank Guide (YouTube & Website) who helps you find the world's best boutique hotels so you won't be disappointed and you can have the best vacation ever. Timestamps:Don Bunnell's journey to becoming a travel blogger (0:00)How did Don get his start the Swank? (3:23)The genesis of the Swank Guide channel (8:10)How to make a good video (13:27)Traveling in the pacific northwest (18:20)How to avoid being disappointed (19:55)Bali Travel Guide (23:46)How to properly plan a vacation (25:53)How to find swank boutique hotels? (28:17)Top three lessons learned from entrepreneurship (31:42)How modular building is impacting building in the future (36:38)3D printing homes for 8 week build times (40:21)How to pick a model (42:22)Sustainability in the real estate industry (46:29)After 60+ countries, here's Don's favorite places to visit (50:58)Follow @SwankGuide on YouTube to see some of his content!

April 27, 202348 min

How a Full-Time CPA Built a $10M Real Estate Portfolio: 3 Investing Strategies | E14

Join Ian, and us as we discuss his journey to $25,000/month in passive income. We talk about how he scaled from 0 experience in real estate to owning over $10 million in properties & the real estate investing strategies he recommends for those working full-time jobs like him (CPA).Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and background on Ian Love 04:23 - First property purchase experience 07:35 - Scaling up and investing in more properties 10:50 - The strategy of cash-out refinance to buy more15:28 - The importance of discipline in real estate investing19:00 - Benefits of investing in duplexes, triplexes, or fourplexes 21:00 - The commercial market and its challenges 22:00 - Syndications vs owning your own27:00 - Building generational wealth with simple real estate investments30:00 - Short-term vs. long-term rentals32:38 - The rise of accessory dwelling units (ADUs)36:00 - Benefits of condominiumized properties37:00 - Building a successful real estate investing team41:00 - Holding a property for 5-10 years42:00 - Seeking advantages and opportunities43:18 - Using Airbnb to afford more investments45:00 - Key takeawaysConnect with Ian Love: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrlove206/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-love-12345678/If you enjoy Seattle Living & Wealth Building, please RATE/REVIEW us on Apple Podcasts and SHARE it with a friend or loved one you think would enjoy it, too!SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfznP6YUtzk0kaDewobj7jQBuying or selling a home? Visit our website to get in touch: https://www.mwagnerhomes.comFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seattle_realtor_maynard Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaynardWagnerRealEstateGroup Follow Maynard on Twitter: https://twitter.com/maynardwagner Seattle Living & Wealth Building is produced by Wagner Real Estate Group which is based in the Seattle, Washington area. With over $300 million sold in the last 6 years, plus 17 years of total experience, we thrive to provide exceptional real estate services in an innovative, collaborative, and positive-minded team approach.