In this episode of Home Story with Veronica, host Veronica Diquez sits down with senior loan officer Tyler Lombardo of CrossCountry Mortgage to explain what buyers need to understand before entering the luxury real estate market.

Tyler breaks down jumbo loans, credit requirements, documentation, down payment options, and why luxury financing is not just a regular mortgage with a bigger price tag.

In this episode of Home Story with Veronica, host Veronica Diquez sits down with real estate expert Derek Blanton to unpack what cash offers really mean—and why they are not always the best option for every seller.

From investor offers and proof of funds to inspections, hidden fees, and negotiation tactics, Derek explains the reality behind the phrase “cash is king.”

In this episode of Home Story with Veronica, host Veronica Diquez sits down with immigration attorney Jamilah Espinosa to break down the real truth behind one of the most misunderstood questions in real estate: can non-U.S. citizens buy, finance, and sell property in the United States?

From common myths to real legal facts, this conversation explains what immigrant buyers need to know before making a move.

• (00:00:00) - This is Your Life & Legacy
• (00:01:23) - A Grandmother's Trust
• (00:03:53) - Always Searching to Be Better
• (00:05:44) - One Woman's Love for 47 Years
• (00:07:34) - How to Plan for Your Life With Truth
• (00:11:09) - Wayne Jackson on His Faith
• (00:13:10) - Living Better With Money
• (00:15:46) - Why Financial Worriness Is So Big
• (00:17:51) - How to Build Wealth With a Client
• (00:20:14) - The Partnership with a New Client
• (00:22:37) - On Leaving More Money to People
• (00:23:56) - Wayne Von Borstel on His Financial Plans
• (00:25:43) - Decisions Made Emotionally
• (00:30:27) - Disciplined Investors: A Plan for the Future
• (00:33:02) - Feeling Confident in Uncertain Times
• (00:36:17) - Welcome Back: Wayne von Borstel
• (00:36:50) - Legacy Planning
• (00:43:33) - How to Leave a Legacy to Your Family
• (00:44:51) - Americans need to transfer wealth from one generation to the next
• (00:45:55) - A Legacy of Stewardship

In this episode of Home Story with Veronica, host Veronica Diquez sits down with Trent Corbin owner of The Redbud Group to cut through the noise surrounding today’s real estate market and answer the question everyone is asking: should you be worried?

• (00:00:00) - Home Story with Veronica
• (00:01:02) - The Confusion About Rates and Inflation
• (00:01:25) - Should Home Buyers Be Scared of the Market?
• (00:04:31) - Charlotte Real Estate: Don't Blame the Fed for Price
• (00:10:54) - Home Story: Are Rates Too High for Buying?
• (00:12:43) - Home Story with Veronica
• (00:14:12) - Are We Preparing for a 2008 Housing Crash?
• (00:19:26) - Mixed messages around mortgage stress
• (00:26:16) - Where to Contact The Redbud Group
• (00:27:17) - Real Estate Talk: What You Need to Know Now
• (00:28:09) - The Perfect Moment to Buy or Sell Your Home?
• (00:34:47) - Pricing Too High for Homes
• (00:35:51) - Homeownership: Affordable or Expensive?
• (00:36:35) - Home Story with Veronica
• (00:37:37) - Home Story
• (00:38:39) - Bradley Cooper: Consumers Should Build Cash for the Opportunity Ahead
• (00:44:49) - Getting Ready for the Year Ahead
• (00:46:14) - Home Story with Veronica

In this episode of Home Story with Veronica, host Veronica Diquez sits down with Kelley Hughes Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) and founder of Smart Divorce Decisions to unpack one of life’s most complex crossroads: divorce and what happens to the home.

Beyond the legal process, this conversation dives into the real financial decisions people face who keeps the house, when to sell, and how to avoid costly mistakes driven by emotion.

• (00:00:00) - The Power of One More
• (00:01:17) - Are You Ready for Your Leadership Role?
• (00:02:05) - How to Help Leaders Who Are Overwhelmed By Responsibility
• (00:04:47) - What Kind of Mind Shift Allows a Leader to Lead Well When They
• (00:07:18) - Developing Confidence Through Action
• (00:09:59) - How to Build Trust Within Your Team
• (00:12:11) - The Power of One More
• (00:13:06) - Why Change Causes So Much Emotional Stress
• (00:18:15) - How to Calm the Leader's Brain When Things Are Unstable
• (00:20:48) - Grounding for Leaders: One More Habit
• (00:23:30) - The Power of One More: Recovering From a Leadership Breakdown
• (00:24:32) - How do you help leaders recover emotionally after a mistake or a public
• (00:26:27) - In the aftermath of a leadership crisis, how to rebuild trust
• (00:28:14) - How to Adcknowledge Failure and Learn From It
• (00:29:34) - John Maxwell
• (00:31:05) - Leading With Perseverance
• (00:33:40) - How to hire 1800 People in 18 Months
• (00:35:44) - The Power of One More
• (00:36:39) - Why Do So Many Leaders Struggle With The Comparison Trap?
• (00:38:48) - What Makes Your Unique Self So Important?
• (00:41:51) - A Leader's Authentic Self
• (00:44:42) - How Being Yourself Can Create Lasting Influence
• (00:47:40) - Kimberly Diamond Balogue
• (00:48:26) - One More Time: Kimberly Duncan

In this compelling episode of Home Story with Veronica, host Veronica Diquez sits down with Julio Gomez, commercial real estate specialist at Keller Williams South Park, to break down what every property owner needs to know in today’s unpredictable market.

With rising interest rates, cautious lenders, and shifting buyer demand, selling commercial real estate is no longer just about timing it’s about strategy. Julio shares the three key signals that indicate when it’s time to sell, including lease strength, property performance, and the owner’s long-term goals.

In this meaningful episode of Home Story with Veronica, host Veronica Diquez sits down with Sharif T. Mitchell and Edward A. Sarkisyan, the partners behind Mitchell and Sarkisian Holdings, to explore how workforce housing can create far more than shelter it can create stability, dignity, and opportunity.

With deeply personal connections to housing insecurity, immigration, and single-parent family life, Sharif and Edward explain why their company focuses on quality multifamily housing for essential workers the teachers, firefighters, public employees, and everyday families who keep communities running.

• (00:00:00) - Home Story
• (00:03:25) - How Smart Build Became Real Estate's Dream Team
• (00:05:34) - Mitchell and Sarkeesian on Their Merger
• (00:06:30) - Philanthropist and Community Builder
• (00:07:50) - What Does Home Mean to You?
• (00:09:18) - Multifamily Housing: Help More People Buy a Home
• (00:12:08) - Home Story: Real Estate Conversations
• (00:13:13) - Real Estate Value-Add Interview
• (00:18:45) - What Do Real Estate Agents Focus On To Enhance Apartments?
• (00:21:53) - Are You Ready to Build a Multifamily Home?
• (00:24:22) - Homeowners Talk Affordability
• (00:25:15) - Household Affordability
• (00:26:37) - Looking for larger, higher-yield investments
• (00:33:47) - Real Estate Broker: Charlotte, NC
• (00:36:15) - Home Story with Veronica
• (00:37:16) - Buyer Outlook for Multifamily Units
• (00:41:29) - Real Estate Profits in the United States
• (00:42:05) - Does the Market Need Acquisitions in 90 Days?
• (00:44:42) - When renovating a building, what are the most important upgrades?
• (00:46:55) - How to Contact Edward Sarkeesian
• (00:47:51) - Home Story With Veronica

In this eye-opening episode of Home Story with Veronica, host Veronica Diquez explores one of the most underestimated risks in real estate transactions: unexpected system and appliance failures during the selling process.

As homes remain on the market longer due to shifting conditions, sellers face increased vulnerability to costly breakdowns from HVAC systems strained by extreme weather swings to water heaters, plumbing, and electrical failures. What many don’t realize is that a single repair issue at the wrong moment can delay negotiations, weaken buyer confidence, or even derail a deal entirely.