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The Realty Check Podcast

The Realty Check Podcast

著者: Amanda Freeman & Leni Lopez
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The real life of agents, lenders, and moms who do it all.


If you’ve ever cried in your car between appointments or negotiated a contract while microwaving chicken nuggets, welcome home.


This is Realty Check - the show where sanity is optional, caffeine is mandatory, and we say the quiet parts out loud.


We’re Amanda and Leni. Two moms building our businesses in the middle of snack requests, appraisal deadlines, and never-ending group texts.


We’re not here to give you the polished version. We’re here to talk about the deals that almost broke us, the clients who became family, and the moments that made us wonder if quitting to raise alpacas would be easier.


Whether you’re a real estate agent, a lender, a mom, or just someone trying to keep it together while building a career…you’re seen, you’re understood, and you’re in the right place.


Every episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on what success actually looks like when motherhood and real estate collide. With humor, honesty, and a whole lot of “did that really just happen?”


Wherever you are - working, driving, crying, thriving - we’re in this with you.

Hit follow, drop us a review, and remember: the highlight reel is fake, but this community is real.

© 2026 The Realty Check Podcast
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  • 13. DEMYSTIFYING THE ESCROW PROCESS
    2026/07/09

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    Planning to buy a home in the Sacramento region and want an elite agent and lender team in your corner? Reach out below to work with us today, and make sure to hit subscribe so you never miss a dose of real estate reality!

    Get ready for a fully educational breakdown of what actually happens after you find the house you love. If you've ever wondered what your real estate agent and lender actually do behind the scenes, this is the episode for you. We explain how your dream team (your favorite Sacramento agent, Amanda, and resident lender, Leni) works together to protect you, negotiate on your behalf, and clean up the messes before you even see them.

    In this episode, we break down:

    • The Big Three of Offer Writing: How we strategically use price, contingencies (loan, appraisal, inspections), and fee negotiations to make your offer stand out.
    • The Timeline Strategy: Why closing on the 1st of the month versus the 28th can make a massive difference in your out-of-pocket costs and daily interest.
    • Seller Credits Explained: How paying a slightly higher purchase price in exchange for closing cost credits can keep your hard-earned cash in your pocket.
    • A Real-Life Success Story: We look back at one of our very first deals together where diving deep into the neighborhood data and writing an aggressive, strategic offer beat out the competition—even when the listing agent doubted us.

    Grab your coffee (or your Real-tea!) and join us as we translate the heavy real estate jargon into plain English.

    Stay Connected to the Podcast
    Follow us on Instagram: @realtycheckpodcast
    Have a topic idea or story to share? Reach out!
    Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen, so you never miss an episode

    Connect with Leni Lopez (Your Lender Bestie)
    Instagram: @leniyourloanofficer
    Ready to talk lending or get preapproved? Email her team: leni@hawkinshl.com
    Website: LopezNguyen.com
    Mortgage Loan Officer
    NMLS 1366630/225910
    Hawkins Home Loans, Inc.

    Connect with Amanda (Your Realtor Bestie)
    Instagram: @exploresacliving
    Email: amanda@exploresacliving.com
    Website: Exploresacliving.com
    Curious about buying or selling in Sacramento County or beyond? Schedule a no pressure call: calendly.com/amandafreemanrealtor
    Amanda Freeman | eXp | DRE 02150573

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  • 12. SURVIVING SUMMER: KINDERGARTEN GRADUATION, POOL CHAOS, & MOM HACKS
    2026/06/12

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    School is officially out, and the summer chaos has already begun! In this episode, we are ditching the real estate talk to recap the emotional rollercoaster of our kids' joint kindergarten graduation. From crying ugly tears in the audience to the pure comedy of a child confidently belting out songs completely off-beat.

    But with summer break here, real survival mode kicks in. We get honest about our own deep phone addictions and discuss how to manage summer screen time when we are constantly on our own devices. Plus, we break down a total backyard disaster involving green pool algae, a ruined cardigan, and why one of us was "Donald Duckin' " in the yard just to shock the pool. From starting a brand new violin hobby at 37 to plotting tactical childcare escapes to the IKEA kids' zone, this episode is a giant group text with your virtual besties. Pop us in your ears while you do the dishes and join the community!

    Stay Connected to the Podcast
    Follow us on Instagram: @realtycheckpodcast
    Have a topic idea or story to share? Reach out!
    Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen, so you never miss an episode

    Connect with Leni Lopez (Your Lender Bestie)
    Instagram: @leniyourloanofficer
    Ready to talk lending or get preapproved? Email her team: leni@hawkinshl.com
    Website: LopezNguyen.com
    Mortgage Loan Officer
    NMLS 1366630/225910
    Hawkins Home Loans, Inc.

    Connect with Amanda (Your Realtor Bestie)
    Instagram: @exploresacliving
    Email: amanda@exploresacliving.com
    Website: Exploresacliving.com
    Curious about buying or selling in Sacramento County or beyond? Schedule a no pressure call: calendly.com/amandafreemanrealtor
    Amanda Freeman | eXp | DRE 02150573

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    59 分
  • 11. THE MORTGAGE TEA: PULLING BACK THE CURTAIN ON WHOLESALE LENDING
    2026/05/28

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    Welcome back to Realty Check! We are 11 episodes in, and today we’re pulling back the curtain on the secretive world of mortgage lending. Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes after you apply for a loan? We’re doing a deep dive into the nitty-gritty (but not too geeky!) drama of the wholesale market, focusing on the industry giant: United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM). From the "All-In" contract wars to gamified underwritings and free trips to Michigan, Leni and Amanda share the insider tea you won't hear from your local bank. Plus, we catch up on neighborhood pool hangs, being an extrovert magnet, and navigating life as a single mom. Are we crying? Thriving? Tune in to find out!

    Stay Connected to the Podcast
    Follow us on Instagram: @realtycheckpodcast
    Have a topic idea or story to share? Reach out!
    Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen, so you never miss an episode

    Connect with Leni Lopez (Your Lender Bestie)
    Instagram: @leniyourloanofficer
    Ready to talk lending or get preapproved? Email her team: leni@hawkinshl.com
    Website: LopezNguyen.com
    Mortgage Loan Officer
    NMLS 1366630/225910
    Hawkins Home Loans, Inc.

    Connect with Amanda (Your Realtor Bestie)
    Instagram: @exploresacliving
    Email: amanda@exploresacliving.com
    Website: Exploresacliving.com
    Curious about buying or selling in Sacramento County or beyond? Schedule a no pressure call: calendly.com/amandafreemanrealtor
    Amanda Freeman | eXp | DRE 02150573

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    49 分
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