The Real Story with Adam & Sherry – Episode 18 – Essential Home Maintenance Tips: Protecting Your Investment

Are you familiar with Sherry’s Rule? “You can get used to anything.” This sentiment is both good and bad depending on what you get used to. In this episode we explore delayed home maintenance. As a homeowner you have a big financial investment in your home and keeping the home’s value is tied to how well the homeowner maintains it. Don’t wait to sell your home before you address routine maintenance. Listen as we describe what delayed maintenance is often missed and how that frequently turns into bigger expenses down the line.

AdamHamalian and Sherry Hutchens are real estate brokers (REALTORS) working in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties in the beautiful San Francisco Bay Area. Join us as we discuss the interesting and complicated world of real estate through engaging stories, humor, and expert insights. Over the past few months, Sherry & Adam have been producing a podcast that aims to both educate and entertain our clients and colleagues. Each episode explores some aspect of residential real estate or features interviews with seasoned professionals, where we uncover their unique experiences and valuable lessons. Whether you’re a curious homeowner or an experienced agent, there’s something for everyone.

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· LinkedIn: @HutchensHamalianProperties

Adam Hamalian: adam@hamalianproperties.com

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The Real Story with Adam & Sherry – Episode 17 – Navigating New Commission Guidelines: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

How do the new guidelines on commission affect both the buyer and the seller? We think the guidelines are good for sellers and perhaps a bit mixed for buyers. The new guidelines offer clear instructions about who’s hiring who and who is paying who. The initial lawsuit stemmed from sellers who wondered why they had to pay for the buyer’s agent’s commission. During today’s podcast we look at how agents are compensated historically and under the new guidelines. To start with, starting next week, new listing documents only have the listing agent’s commission. Alternatively, buyers now formalize an agreement, in writing, about who their agent is, what the services will be, and what the compensation will be. What options might buyers have? Concessions- what are they? What limitations do concessions have? Listen as we discuss how and when these new guidelines will be implemented, who they affect, and how buyers can navigate these new market rules.

Bottom line - We’re experiencing one of the largest shifts in residential real estate and we’re excited about these changes.

Adam Hamalian and Sherry Hutchens are real estate brokers (REALTORS) working in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties in the beautiful San Francisco Bay Area. Join us as we discuss the interesting and complicated world of real estate through engaging stories, humor, and expert insights. Over the past few months, Sherry & Adam have been producing a podcast that aims to both educate and entertain our clients and colleagues. Each episode explores some aspect of residential real estate or features interviews with seasoned professionals, where we uncover their unique experiences and valuable lessons. Whether you’re a curious homeowner or an experienced agent, there’s something for everyone.

Follow The Real Story with Adam Hamalian & Sherry Hutchens on

· Youtube: @HutchensHamalianProperties

· Website: https://www.hutchenshamalian.com

· Instagram: @HutchensHamalianProperties

· Facebook: @HutchensHamalianProperties

· LinkedIn: @HutchensHamalianProperties

Adam Hamalian: adam@hamalianproperties.com

Sherry Hutchens: sherry@sherryhutchens.com

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Dudum Real Estate Group

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The Real Story with Adam & Sherry – Episode 16 – The Art of Real Estate Photography with Summer Anderson

Listing a home requires the right team. It’s important to us that we showcase our listings in the best light possible and an integral part of that is photography. Nowadays, buyers first look at a property is online and by working with an incredible photographer we are able to help a home make the best first impression. Listen as we interview Summer Anderson, a professional real estate photographer. She explains how she got started in photography, what her idea of good residential real estate photography is, and what it takes to be licensed to be able to use a drone. Summer give details on what is the best part of her job, why staging matters, and how important a good work ethic is.

Adam Hamalian and Sherry Hutchens are real estate brokers (REALTORS) working in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties in the beautiful San Francisco Bay Area. Join us as we discuss the interesting and complicated world of real estate through engaging stories, humor, and expert insights. Over the past few months, Sherry & Adam have been producing a podcast that aims to both educate and entertain our clients and colleagues. Each episode explores some aspect of residential real estate or features interviews with seasoned professionals, where we uncover their unique experiences and valuable lessons. Whether you’re a curious homeowner or an experienced agent, there’s something for everyone.

Follow The Real Story with Adam Hamalian & Sherry Hutchens on

· Youtube: @HutchensHamalianProperties

· Website: https://www.hutchenshamalian.com

· Instagram: @HutchensHamalianProperties

· Facebook: @HutchensHamalianProperties

· LinkedIn: @HutchensHamalianProperties

Adam Hamalian: adam@hamalianproperties.com

Sherry Hutchens: sherry@sherryhutchens.com

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Summer Anderson, Professional Real Estate Photography

· Website: https://www.prorealestatephoto.com/

· Facebook: @summerandersonphoto

· Email: proREphotography@gmail.com

· Phone: 415-867-8222

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Rossmoor, an Active Adult Community within Walnut Creek, is an incredible senior adult community that we explore this week. There are 6,700 homes, about 8,000 residents, 7 club houses, 2 golf courses, tennis courts, swimming facilities, movies nights, and is a gated 55+ older community. The average age at move-in is 62 years old and many people are still working. One major misconception is that it’s only a retirement community. The HOA coupons may seem steep but the amenities are worth it! Would you live in Rossmoor? Listen as we discuss the pros and cons.

Adam Hamalian and Sherry Hutchens are real estate brokers (REALTORS) working in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties in the beautiful San Francisco Bay Area. Join us as we discuss the interesting and complicated world of real estate through engaging stories, humor, and expert insights. Over the past few months, Sherry & Adam have been producing a podcast that aims to both educate and entertain our clients and colleagues. Each episode explores some aspect of residential real estate or features interviews with seasoned professionals, where we uncover their unique experiences and valuable lessons. Whether you’re a curious homeowner or an experienced agent, there’s something for everyone.

Follow The Real Story with Adam Hamalian & Sherry Hutchens on

· Youtube: @HutchensHamalianProperties

· Website: https://www.hutchenshamalian.com

· Instagram: @HutchensHamalianProperties

· Facebook: @HutchensHamalianProperties

· LinkedIn: @HutchensHamalianProperties

Adam Hamalian: adam@hamalianproperties.com

Sherry Hutchens: sherry@sherryhutchens.com

For past episodes or to subscribe to this podcast, click here. Or find us on Apple or Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Hutchens Hamalian Properties Group

Dudum Real Estate Group

DRE #01320608 | DRE #01917597 | DRE #01882902

#HutchensHamalian #EastBayRealEstate #BayAreaRealEstate #OriginStory #AccountabilityPartners #RealEstate #ListingStats #LoveWhereYouLive #ListingAgents #BuyersAgents #HomeSweetHome #RealEstateTeam #GoalSetting #BecomingBetterAgents #OvercomingChallenges #HomeBuying #WeLoveWhatWeDo #EverythingIsLocal #LocalMarkets #MarketKnowledge #Rossmoor #Co-op #Condo #SFH

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The Real Story with Adam & Sherry – Episode 14 – Insights and Stories with Our Colleague Leslie Shafton

Has the summer slowdown come early? As always, we begin this podcast with a local market update for Contra Costa County. This week we interview Leslie Shafton with Dudum Real Estate group, a seasoned professional and our colleague in the Bay Area real estate market. She shares her unique experiences, how she approaches her work, her hobbies, and valuable lessons. Join us for engaging conversations and expert insights that will both educate and entertain.

Adam Hamalian and Sherry Hutchens are real estate brokers (REALTORS) working in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties in the beautiful San Francisco Bay Area. Join us as we discuss the interesting and complicated world of real estate through engaging stories, humor, and expert insights. Over the past few months, Sherry & Adam have been producing a podcast that aims to both educate and entertain our clients and colleagues. Each episode explores some aspect of residential real estate or features interviews with seasoned professionals, where we uncover their unique experiences and valuable lessons. Whether you’re a curious homeowner or an experienced agent, there’s something for everyone.

Follow The Real Story with Adam Hamalian & Sherry Hutchens on

· Youtube: @HutchensHamalianProperties

· Website: https://www.hutchenshamalian.com

· Instagram: @HutchensHamalianProperties

· Facebook: @HutchensHamalianProperties

· LinkedIn: @HutchensHamalianProperties

Adam Hamalian: adam@hamalianproperties.com

Sherry Hutchens: sherry@sherryhutchens.com

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Leslie Shafton DRE # 01944775

· Website: LeslieShaftonTeam.Dudum.com

· Instagram: @leslieshaftonhomes

· Facebook: @WalnutCreekDreamHome

· LinkedIn: @LeslieShafton

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Dudum Real Estate Group

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The Real Story with Adam & Sherry – Episode 13 – Disclosure Dilemmas: Understanding Seller and Agent Duties in California

What is a disclosure? How can a seller determine what they need to report to potential buyers? We have very strong consumer protection laws in California and disclosures are protected. Both sellers and agents have disclosure duties in California. We always warn our sellers, “Disclose, disclose, disclose or your neighbor will do it for you.” Most homes in California have 2 important disclosure forms the Seller Property Questionnaire (SPQ) and the Real Estate Transfer Disclosure Statement (TDS). Listen as we explain how we help our sellers understand what should be disclosed.

Adam Hamalian and Sherry Hutchens are real estate brokers (REALTORS) working in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties in the beautiful San Francisco Bay Area. Join us as we discuss the interesting and complicated world of real estate through engaging stories, humor, and expert insights. Over the past few months, Sherry & Adam have been producing a podcast that aims to both educate and entertain our clients and colleagues. Each episode explores some aspect of residential real estate or features interviews with seasoned professionals, where we uncover their unique experiences and valuable lessons. Whether you’re a curious homeowner or an experienced agent, there’s something for everyone.

Follow The Real Story with Adam Hamalian & Sherry Hutchens on

· Youtube: @HutchensHamalianProperties

· Website: https://www.hutchenshamalian.com

· Instagram: @HutchensHamalianProperties

· Facebook: @HutchensHamalianProperties

· LinkedIn: @HutchensHamalianProperties

Adam Hamalian: adam@hamalianproperties.com

Sherry Hutchens: sherry@sherryhutchens.com

For past episodes or to subscribe to this podcast, click here. Or find us on Apple or Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Hutchens Hamalian Properties Group

Dudum Real Estate Group

DRE #01320608 | DRE #01917597 | DRE #01882902

#HutchensHamalian #EastBayRealEstate #BayAreaRealEstate #OriginStory #AccountabilityPartners #RealEstate #ListingStats #LoveWhereYouLive #ListingAgents #BuyersAgents #HomeSweetHome #RealEstateTeam #GoalSetting #BecomingBetterAgents #OvercomingChallenges #DifficultSituations #Mortgage #HomeBuying #WeLoveWhatWeDo #EverythingIsLocal #LocalMarkets #MarketKnowledge #RealEstateTips #Disclosures #TDS #SPQ #SellerPropertyQuestionnaire #RealEstateTransferDisclosureStatement LEGAL: This podcast is for general informational purposes only. The hosts’ and guests’ views, thoughts, and opinions represent those of the hosts/guests and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information.

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The Real Story with Adam & Sherry – Episode 12 – Demystifying Title and Escrow with Sam Salem

What’s going on with the real estate market in Contra Costa County? Are we approaching a slowdown? Listen as Sherry & Adam discuss our local bay area market. Then join us with Sam Salem who is a long-time title and escrow professional who shares with us what the role of title and escrow is for both buyers and sellers. Title and Escrow is integral to every real estate transaction. Find out how and what’s the difference between Title and Escrow in California real estate.

Adam Hamalian and Sherry Hutchens are real estate brokers (REALTORS) working in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties in the beautiful San Francisco Bay Area. Join us as we discuss the interesting and complicated world of real estate through engaging stories, humor, and expert insights. Over the past few months, Sherry & Adam have been producing a podcast that aims to both educate and entertain our clients and colleagues. Each episode explores some aspect of residential real estate or features interviews with seasoned professionals, where we uncover their unique experiences and valuable lessons. Whether you’re a curious homeowner or an experienced agent, there’s something for everyone.

Follow The Real Story with Adam Hamalian & Sherry Hutchens on

· Youtube: @HutchensHamalianProperties

· Website: https://www.hutchenshamalian.com

· Instagram: @HutchensHamalianProperties

· Facebook: @HutchensHamalianProperties

· LinkedIn: @HutchensHamalianProperties

Adam Hamalian: adam@hamalianproperties.com

Sherry Hutchens: sherry@sherryhutchens.com

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Sam Salem, Co-Owner Blue Dog Events

· Website: www.bluedogevents.biz

· Instagram: @bluedogevents

· Facebook: @bluedogevents

· Email: sam@bluedogevents.biz

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Dudum Real Estate Group

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#HutchensHamalian #EastBayRealEstate #BayAreaRealEstate #OriginStory #AccountabilityPartners #RealEstate #ListingStats #LoveWhereYouLive #ListingAgents #BuyersAgents #HomeSweetHome #RealEstateTeam #GoalSetting #BecomingBetterAgents #TittleInsurance #Title #HomeBuying #WeLoveWhatWeDo #EverythingIsLocal #LocalMarkets #MarketKnowledge #RealEstateTips #Title #TitleandEscrow

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The Real Story with Adam & Sherry – Episode 11 – Adam’s Story

We’re moving towards the end of the Spring Market, as school wraps up and summer begins. We begin today’s podcast by exploring our local Contra Costa County Real Estate Market and providing an update. Next, we talk about Adam! Listen as Adam explains his real estate origin story. How did he end up as a Realtor and then Broker? Why is it better that he became an agent later in life?

Adam Hamalian and Sherry Hutchens are real estate brokers (REALTORS) working in Contra Costa and Alameda Counties in the beautiful San Francisco Bay Area. Join us as we discuss the interesting and complicated world of real estate through engaging stories, humor, and expert insights. Over the past few months, Sherry & Adam have been producing a podcast that aims to both educate and entertain our clients and colleagues. Each episode explores some aspect of residential real estate or features interviews with seasoned professionals, where we uncover their unique experiences and valuable lessons. Whether you’re a curious homeowner or an experienced agent, there’s something for everyone.

Follow The Real Story with Adam Hamalian & Sherry Hutchens on

• Youtube: @HutchensHamalianProperties
• Website: https://www.hutchenshamalian.com
• Instagram: @HutchensHamalianProperties
• Facebook: @HutchensHamalianProperties
• LinkedIn: @HutchensHamalianProperties

Adam Hamalian: adam@hamalianproperties.com

Sherry Hutchens: sherry@sherryhutchens.com

For past episodes or to subscribe to this podcast, click here. Or find us on Apple or Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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LEGAL: This podcast is for general informational purposes only. The hosts’ and guests’ views, thoughts, and opinions represent those of the hosts/guests and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information.

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