Beyond the Sold Sign: Real Estate Unplugged

Welcome back to Beyond the Sold Sign Real Estate Unplugged! This week, Naya and Lauren tackle a listener's challenging situation: navigating how to buy a house while going through a divorce. They offer essential divorce advice and discuss factors like who gets the house in a divorce, providing practical guidance for those seeking a fresh start through home buying. Tune in for candid insights, real estate tips and support for your r...

Relocating? Here’s How to Buy & Sell at the Same Time Relocating for work, family, or a fresh start can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to sell your current home and buy a new one at the same time. In this episode, we break down what this process really looks like and how to move without unnecessary stress or costly mistakes. We talk through real-life scenarios, smart timing strategies, and the most common ques...

Relocating? Here’s How to Buy & Sell at the Same Time

Relocating for work, family, or a fresh start can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to sell your current home and buy a new one at the same time. In this episode, we break down what this process really looks like and how to move without unnecessary stress or costly mistakes.

We talk through real-life scenarios, smart timing strategies, and the most common ques...

In this episode of Beyond the Sold Sign: Real Estate Unplugged, Lauren and Naya dive into one of the smartest questions every future homebuyer should be asking: “Can I shop around for more than one lender?”

The answer is yes — and today we’re breaking down why it matters, how it impacts your monthly payment, and the right way to compare lenders without hurting your credit. We share real examples, common misconceptions, and the insi...

In this episode of Beyond the Sold Sign: Real Estate Unplugged, Lauren and Naya dive into one of the smartest questions every future homebuyer should be asking: “Can I shop around for more than one lender?”

The answer is yes — and today we’re breaking down why it matters, how it impacts your monthly payment, and the right way to compare lenders without hurting your credit. We share real examples, common misconceptions, and the insi...

In this episode of Beyond the Sold Sign: Real Estate Unplugged, Lauren and Naya break down one of the most important parts of a real estate contract — contingencies. If you’re buying a home, these protections can save you thousands of dollars, major headaches, and even your entire deal.

We cover: • What contingencies actually are • Why skipping them can be risky • The difference between inspection vs. appraisal contingencies • How ...

In this episode of Beyond the Sold Sign: Real Estate Unplugged, Lauren and Naya break down one of the most important parts of a real estate contract — contingencies. If you’re buying a home, these protections can save you thousands of dollars, major headaches, and even your entire deal.

We cover: • What contingencies actually are • Why skipping them can be risky • The difference between inspection vs. appraisal contingencies • How ...

Welcome to Beyond the Sold Sign, where we tackle the real challenges of the housing market. In this episode, we discuss a listener's struggle with finding an affordable home in Silver Spring, Maryland. We offer first time home buyers tips and advice on navigating the real estate market when desired properties are over budget, exploring whether to wait or settle. This episode is packed with insights on how to buy a house without the...

Welcome to Beyond the Sold Sign, where we tackle the real challenges of the housing market. In this episode, we discuss a listener's struggle with finding an affordable home in Silver Spring, Maryland. We offer first time home buyers tips and advice on navigating the real estate market when desired properties are over budget, exploring whether to wait or settle. This episode is packed with insights on how to buy a house without the...

House hunting looks fun on HGTV… until you’re actually doing it 😅

In this episode, we’re talking about the real side of the home search — the emotional rollercoaster, the hidden stress, and the hilarious (and sometimes heartbreaking) moments no one warns you about.

We’ll unpack: 🏡 The mental load of touring 10 homes that all “just need a little work” 💸 The reality of budgets vs. dream homes 💔 Falling in love with a house you do...

House hunting looks fun on HGTV… until you’re actually doing it 😅

In this episode we’re talking about the real side of the home search — the emotional rollercoaster, the hidden stress, and the hilarious (and sometimes heartbreaking) moments no one warns you about.

We’ll unpack: 💸 The reality of budgets vs. dream homes 💔 Falling in love with a house you don’t get 🧭 How to stay sane and focused during the process

Whether you’re h...

Thinking about skipping the home inspection to make your offer stronger? Let’s talk about it. In this episode, we’re sharing the real stories — the good, the bad, and the “oh no, not the HVAC” moments — of what can happen when buyers choose to waive inspections. We’re not here to scare you… but we are here to make sure you go into this decision with your eyes open. We’ll walk through: • When waiving inspections makes sense (and whe...

Thinking about skipping the home inspection to make your offer stronger? Let’s talk about it. In this episode, we’re sharing the real stories — the good, the bad, and the “oh no, not the HVAC” moments — of what can happen when buyers choose to waive inspections. We’re not here to scare you… but we are here to make sure you go into this decision with your eyes open. We’ll walk through: • When waiving inspections makes sense (and whe...

Thinking about buying a home but not sure if now is the right time? You’re not alone. In this episode, we break down the real considerations that go beyond just interest rates and market headlines.

We’re talking: • What your finances should actually look like (in real life, not on paper perfection) • How to know if you're mentally and lifestyle-ready to be a homeowner • The difference between being “ready to buy” vs. just feeling p...

Thinking about buying a home but not sure if now is the right time? You’re not alone. In this episode, we break down the real considerations that go beyond just interest rates and market headlines.

We’re talking: • What your finances should actually look like (in real life, not on paper perfection) • How to know if you're mentally and lifestyle-ready to be a homeowner • The difference between being “ready to buy” vs. just feeling p...

Thinking about buying new construction? Before you fall in love with that model home smell, this episode of Beyond the Sold Sign: Real Estate Unplugged is a must-see.

Lauren and Naya pull back the curtain on what really happens behind the scenes of new builds—from builder contracts and design center upgrades to inspection surprises and hidden costs no one tells you about.

We’ll cover:

Why bringing your own REALTOR to new constructi...

Thinking about buying new construction? Before you fall in love with that model home smell, this episode of Beyond the Sold Sign: Real Estate Unplugged is a must-see.

Lauren and Naya pull back the curtain on what really happens behind the scenes of new builds—from builder contracts and design center upgrades to inspection surprises and hidden costs no one tells you about.

We’ll cover:

Why bringing your own REALTOR to new constructi...

You finally got your offer accepted—yay! But then the appraisal comes in lower than what you offered… now what?

In this episode of Beyond the Sold Sign: Real Estate Unplugged, Naya and Lauren break down what really happens when the numbers don’t match up.

We’ll talk about:

Why appraisals can come in low (and what that really means)

The tough conversations that happen next between buyers, sellers, and lenders

Your options: renegotia...

You finally got your offer accepted—yay! But then the appraisal comes in lower than what you offered… now what? In this episode of Beyond the Sold Sign: Real Estate Unplugged, Naya and Lauren break down what really happens when the numbers don’t match up.

We’ll talk about:

Why appraisals can come in low (and what that really means) The tough conversations that happen next between buyers, sellers, and lenders Your options: renegotia...