Girls on the Air - Real Women of Real Estate

#554 Buyer Confidence Is Up! Reverse Mortgages Are Perfect For Major Purchases & It's National Blood Donations Day, Hear How You Can Help At Vitalant!

Janet & Karen start-off the podcast with buying & renting opportunities throughout Ventura County... and their first guest, Grant Liechfuss of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices talks about buying opportunities around the county from Ventura to Simi Valley.  Grant tells us that buyer confidence has returned and real estate remains to be one of the best ways to build wealth, find out when the best time to buy is, it could be right now!  The Reverse Mortgage Queen of North America is next, Shelley Wells tells you how a reverse mortgage can be a great way to purchase something you otherwise could not afford, Shelly has the inside tips.  Karen & Janet's last guest is Susan Noone from Vitalant, The Blood Provider for Ventura County! Today is National Blood Donor Day and Susan tells us how important it is to give blood and the fun gifts you will receive for giving this month!  Appointments are available and it takes less than an hour to donate a pint of blood and literally save a life!  Another incredible and informative podcast from Girls On The Air! 

# 553 Interest Rates, Home Warranties, Property Restoration Plus Buying & Renting Opportunities From T.O. To Ventura!

Karen & Janet start-off this podcast with rental and buying opportunities in Ventura County from Ventura to Thousand Oaks.  Their first guest is Derek from Smart Home Mortgage.  Derek will take us through the jobs report, activity from The Feds along with expectations on where interest rates will be for home buyers.  Derek also talks about getting appraisals for home owners looking to rent their properties.  Next up it's Tamera Rossi Molina from Choice Home Warranty, Tamera explains that everything from plumbing to heating and AC plus electrical can be covered for under  $700 per year.  Learn about how appliances can be covered too!  To wrap up the show Karen & Janet have a brand new guest, Judy Pittman with 805 Property Restoration, their general contractors are fully licensed, certified in all areas of restoration, mold inspections too.  If you are an owner, renter or landlord hear how 805 Property Restoration will protect you and your family along with your home.  Another awesome podcast with Karen & Janet, Girls On The Air!

Joe Parisi Talks Rates, Moves By The Feds & Mortgage Myths, Lisa Morris With Relay For Life Plus Alex Ramirez From Vets & ValorTalking Benefits For Veterans!

Karen & Janet have an awesome podcast for you that starts off with a wrap-up on last Tuesday's Ventura City Council Meeting, lots of ground to cover regarding rental properties and the rights that tenants & landlords have.  Their first guest is Joe Parisi with a look at possible moves by The Feds when it comes to mortgage rates, how the jobs report can affect rates and many mortgage myths that are NOT Facts!  Next up Lisa Morris is on the podcast inviting listeners to First Wednesday at The Yard in Ventura, this is a fundraiser for Relay For Life which now includes ten cities in Ventura County, a great event that you should be a part of.  Their last guest is Alex Ramirez who created Vets Valor USA.  Alex invites listeners to their event in Simi Valley on June Fifth, listen in to get the details and find out how many veterans who have served our country don't know about the many benefits they have earned that will help them purchase a home!  Another fantastic podcast with Karen & Janet, Girls On The Air!

#551 Tenant Protection, Reverse Mortgages, & Everything You Need To Know About Insurance Ordinance & Law Plus Shock Loss Claims

Episode #551 is full of information on buying & selling opportunities along with rentals in Ventura County. Janet & Karen and their special guest Suzzie Brown from Berkshire Hathaway Home Service Properties urge landlords and tenants attend this Tuesday's Ventura City Council Meeting that will address tenant investment ordinances.  Shelly Wells is next informing us about the advantages of a reverse mortgage, how you can qualify and what the money means to you.  They close out the podcast with an extensive conversation on insurance with Denise from Palladin Professional Insurance Services.  More carriers are opening which is good news, Denise talks about the new fire maps and how they affect homeowners, learn how the map is created.  Ordinance and law, what the top claims are, what a Shock Loss Claim is compared to Water Loss Claims... which are covered and how they affect your rate and coverage.  Everything you need to know on this GOTA Show!

# 550 Rates Loans & Investor Opportunities with Larry Reyes, Sunday's FREE Ultimate Home Expo In Oxnard Plus Justin From Phase 3 Tells You How To Get Those Phones Ringing!

Karen & Janet start Episode 550 with buying & rental opportunities in Ventura County.  Their first guest is Larry Reyes from Smart Home Mortgage talking about rates, investor opportunities, ADU's, along with a variety of loan programs that can get you into your dream home, even if you have credit issues there is a program for you!  Next guests are Alex and Sunday who invite you to their free seminar in Oxnard at The Courtyard Marriott, 500 east Esplanade Drive.  The first 50 people who arrive receive a free Starbucks gift card, they are also giving away 3 big screen TV's!  The seminar includes classes on ADU's, Buying A Home 101, Living Trusts, Credit Repair, Benefits of Solar and more!  Alex and Cindy know the area and this seminar will give you the information for purchasing a home in Ventura County. Justin Soenke wraps up the show with ways to get the phones ringing at your small business.  Justin helps you tell your story, about your customers, your history and expertise and how to use AI to your advantage Justin is the owner of Phase 3 Website Solutions and has helped businesses grow throughout his career.  When it comes to Real Estate and Business no show is more local than Girls On The air with Karen And Janet!

Buying & Renting Opportunities - Shelly Wells "The Reverse Mortgage Queen" & Christa Hermance "The Estate Planning Mom'!

Karen & Janet start this week's podcast with home buying and rental opportunities in Ventura County. There are many options to choose from.  Their first guest is Shelley Wells, "The Reverse Mortgage Queen" Shelley talks about the many ways a reverse mortgage can help you with everything from buying a home, college costs, paying off bills or vacation plans. There are many advantages to getting a reverse mortgage and Shelly explains those to you.  Next up it's Christa Hermance, " The Estate Planning Mom" Christa talks about wills, probate, trusts, inheritance and how to select a trustee.  This process can be very intimidating, Christa will assist planners and trustees through this complex process with zero stress.  Another fun and informative podcast with Karen & Janet!

A Trip To Sacramento, Reel Guppies Fishing, Joe Parisi With Rates & Economic News Plus 805 Community For Children

Karen & Janet start off this week's podcast with information they received during their trip to Sacramento, essential news for buyers, renters and landlords!  Their first guest is Kevin Brannon with Reel Guppies, a program for kids and families that teaches them how to "Catch A Memory"... Reel Guppies takes kids and families on fishing adventures from the shore to piers, boats and out to the islands too!  The program helps kids build confidence, educates us about local fishing environments and gets kids away from their screens and into nature, right here in Ventura County! Joe Parisi is up next with a busy week of economic reports that affect interest rates... Joe points out that while many people suggest renting over buying, home ownership is always the goal for security and building wealth!  Karen and Janet's last guest is  Marcie Yountz from 805 Community Children. Marcie invites everyone to First Wednesday, this Wednesday at Medici Pizza on Main Street in Ventura.  This fundraiser helps fund programs that give local kids a chance to have a fun birthday party, go to the prom and dances along with all the other activities every kid should have the chance to enjoy!  Girls on the air, here to support the community and help non-profits get the word out!

Fair Housing Podcast With Special Guest Cindy Diaz Tully!

Karen & Janet focus on Fair Housing with their expert guest Cindy Diaz Tully.  Essential topics included in this Fair Housing conversation are: Rules & Laws for discrimination issues, Section 8 rules and the fact that it does not matter where a potential renters income is derived, you will learn about "steering people and redlining" DEI information and how it can be triggered along with ADA & handicap rules plus unintentional bias.  A must listen for renters and property owners from Karen & Janet.

Property Value In Ventura Is On The Rise - Power Wash Your Home With Rolling Suds Plus Easter Dinner At The Greek!

This Easter Week Podcast with Karen & Janet Starts off with Derek Contreras from Smart Home Mortgage.  Derek points out that this is a great time to buy with property values increasing year-to-year in Ventura County, rates are in the 6% range, refi when they move down and take advantage of the increase value of your property.  Derek answers all of your questions.  Next up Jeff Harley of Rolling Suds, they power wash roofs, houses, patios and driveways to make your home look beautiful and get rid of mold while they're at it.  Any sized home or business, listen in to get the facts from Jeff!  The Ventura Harbor is Hoppin' for Easter and The Greek is the place to go with your celebration for lunch or Easter dinner.  Lynn from The Greek has all the info on Ventura Harbor fun for the whole family!  Another awesome podcast from Karen & Janet!

The History of The Reverse Mortgage - The Classic Gamble House in Ventura - The West Coast Outdoors & Fishing Expo!

Karen & Janet's latest podcast starts off with The History of Reverse Mortgages with The Reverse Mortgage Queen herself Shelly Wells!  Shelly begins with the first reverse mortgage in 1979 and tracks the way the program has grown & become the incredible benefit for homeowners that it is today. A product that lasts a lifetime and helps owners with vacation cash, home improvements, paying off debt and more.  Next up Toni Guy, a realtor with Berkshire Hathaway, gives us a history of The Gamble House, a historical Green Home in Ventura that is available for purchase and she can give you an in-person tour! Listen in for the details of this unique home, there is just one in Ventura!  Plus the benefits of buying a historic landmark like The Gamble House. GOTA ends the show with Adam Casillas inviting listeners to The West Coast Outdoors & Sports Fishing Expo.  Last year's was a huge success and there are more Vendors for this year's show... RV's, boats, fishing & camping gear, demos and more.  Over 160 Vendors.  The show is happening May 2nd, 3rd, & 4th.  Another awesome podcast from Karen & Janet!