Buying or selling a home is exciting—but let’s be honest, the home inspection can feel like the scariest part of the process. For buyers, it’s that moment of truth: will the dream home you’ve fallen in love with come with hidden nightmares? For sellers, it can feel like judgment day—where every crack, leak, or outdated […]
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Homeowner Beware: Insider Tips from a Pro You Can’t Afford to Miss
Buying a home is exciting—but it can also be overwhelming, especially for first-time buyers. Between the stacks of paperwork, inspections, and unexpected surprises, it’s easy to miss critical details that could cost you big down the road. On this episode of Real Estate Right Now, I’m sitting down with James IaDanza, owner of James at […]
Think You Can DIY Commercial Real Estate? Think Again!
When it comes to commercial real estate, going solo might sound like a money-saving move—but it could end up costing you far more than you bargained for. On this episode of Real Estate Right Now, host Jay Izso welcomes back Commercial Broker and Principal of Avison Young, Baxter Walker, to reveal the hidden dangers of […]
Paint, Style and Profit – Insider Designer Hacks
Ready to make your home look like it belongs on the cover of a magazine—or sell faster than the one next door? This week on Real Estate Right Now, Jay Izso welcomes the incredibly talented Rhonda Benvie Plummer, founder of Help Me Rhonda Interiors, to talk all things home design, staging, and style strategy. Whether […]
Mythbusting Home Insurance
Welcome to Real Estate Right Now with Jay Izso, the show where we tackle the truths, trends, and tips that matter most to today’s home buyers and sellers. If you’re a homeowner—or planning to become one—then you’ve probably had your fair share of questions about home insurance. Unfortunately, it’s an area filled with confusion, assumptions, […]
Fix Your Credit, Find Your Home: Smart Steps to Get Mortgage-Ready
Real Estate Right Now goes live from the Linda Craft Team Studios with a truly eye-opening episode you can’t afford to miss. Host Jay Izso is joined by Senior Lending Officer Paul Fitts of Advantage Lending to tackle a topic that hits home for millions: credit repair. If you’ve ever wondered how your credit score […]
What You Should Know About Smart Homes, Security, and Home Theater
On this episode of Real Estate Right Now, we’re diving into the exciting world of smart home technology and custom AV solutions with a true industry leader. Join us as we welcome Michelle Vedder, owner of Synergy Integrated Systems in Raleigh, NC. Michelle brings years of expertise in audio, visual, and home automation systems designed […]
Mortgage Moves & Market Shifts: What You Need to Know
On this week’s episode of Real Estate Right Now, we’re diving into one of the hottest topics in the housing world—mortgages, markets, and the shifting policies that are changing the game in real time. Join us as we sit down with none other than Christopher Coy, Senior Loan Officer with TowneBank Mortgage. With years of […]
The State of Commercial Real Estate: Where Are the Opportunities?
The commercial real estate landscape is shifting, and if you want to stay ahead of the game, you won’t want to miss this episode of Real Estate Right Now! In this episode, we sit down with Baxter Walker, Principal at Avison Young, to dive into the State of the Union of today’s commercial real estate […]
What You Should Know About Purchasing a New Home
There’s nothing quite like the excitement of purchasing a brand-new home. The fresh paint, the untouched appliances, and the opportunity to make it truly your own—it’s a dream for many buyers! But before you sign on the dotted line, there are key things you must know to avoid costly mistakes and make the best decision […]









