We often talk about specific real estate terms and in this episode, we define them! What is a fixer vs a contractor’s special? Does fixer mean uninhabitable? What is a seller’s market vs a buyer's market? There are three factors that often affect a seller's market, listen to find out. What characterizes a buyer’s market? What is a transitional or balanced market? And how are inspections affected by market conditions? Tune in to this week’s episode to learn these often-used real estate terms and what type of market we are in in the East Bay real estate market.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 GroupDudum Real Estate GroupDRE #01320608 | DRE #01917597 | DRE #01882902

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