As the calendar turns and a new year begins, Jerry reflects on what 2025 taught us and what buyers, sellers, and agents should expect as we head into 2026.

With more than 30 years in real estate, Jerry uses his insight to break down industry shifts through a grounded lens! From the NAR settlement and commission transparency to interest rates, inventory realities, AI's growing role, and why, despite the headlines, real estate remains a deeply human transaction.

Using real-world analogies and hard-earned experience, this episode cuts through fear-driven news cycles to explain what's actually changing, what isn't, and how smart consumers can move forward with confidence in the year ahead.

If you're waiting for the "perfect" real estate market, wondering how AI affects real estate, or trying to understand what all the industry noise really means, this episode helps you make and own your decisions.

You'll learn:

🤝 How Everything in Real Estate Evolves, But the Core Transaction Remains Human

📑 The NAR Settlement Changed Disclosure—Not the Value of Great Agents

🏡 Why Lower Interest Rates Don't Guarantee Lower Home Prices

🏘️ Inventory Constraints Continue to Support Long-Term Home Values

🤖 How AI Will Streamline Real Estate—But Not Replace Expert Guidance

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In this episode, Jerry tackles a topic every realtor dreads — the deal fold. From cold feet to financing failures, he shares real-world stories of transactions that fell apart and the lessons they left behind.

If you've ever wondered why a home goes back on the market after going pending, or what really happens behind the scenes from contract to closing, this episode pulls back the curtain on the unexpected situations that can derail a sale — and how pros can help prevent them.

Jerry walks step-by-step through the closing timeline, highlights the highest-risk moments, and tells fascinating stories involving attorney conflicts, home inspections, stubborn buyers, and mortgage collapses. Whether you're an agent, buyer, or seller, this episode will help you navigate the process with more confidence — and a sense of humor.

You'll learn:

🧊 Why Cold Feet Strikes Early In Attorney Review

📑 How Attorney Disputes Can Sink A Deal Quickly

🔍 Why Inspection Findings Often Trigger Fallout

💰 How Deposits And Deadlines Make Or Break Contracts

🏦 Why Financing Failure Remains A Top Deal-Killer

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In this shocking episode of U Own It, Jerry shares a true story about real estate deed fraud that hit close to home in Western New York. What began as a suspicious letter to a former client turned into the discovery of a fraudulent property sale, where a vacant lot was "sold" without the real owner's knowledge.

Jerry walks listeners through every step of the ordeal, how multiple professionals worked together to stop the fraud in time, and most importantly, how you can protect your property from being stolen through deed theft. Packed with practical advice, resources, and real-world lessons, this episode is a must-hear for every homeowner, investor, and real estate professional.

Jerry also highlights the importance of community and quick action—showing how one phone call, a cooperative real estate network, and a vigilant county clerk's office prevented a devastating loss. He breaks down how modern loopholes, such as remote notarizations and digital transactions, can open the door for scams that even seasoned agents may overlook.

You'll learn:

⚖️ How One Letter and a Phone Call Exposed a $100K Fraud

🔍 The Hidden Dangers of Deed Theft—and How to Protect Yourself

💡 Why Title Insurance and Property Alerts Are No Longer Optional

🧾 Simple Steps Every Property Owner Should Take Right Now

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