🎙️ Episode 14 – The Real Deal with Open Houses | Keep’n It Real-T

Ever wondered what really goes down behind the scenes at an open house? 🏡✨

In this episode, Martha Smith and Natalia Pierantoni are spilling all the Real-T on what it takes to host a successful open house—from prep to promotion to the wild things that can happen when the doors open!

Whether you're a seller wondering if you should host one, a new agent trying to learn the ropes, or just curious about what we really do out here—this episode is for YOU.

We dive into:

• What an open house is really for and who shows up

• Step-by-step prep tips for sellers and agents

• Our best (and worst) open house stories 😬

• The truth about safety (yup—we talk about foot guy)

• When open houses work, when they don’t, and how to decide

PLUS: Don’t miss our Rapid-Fire Open House Edition 🎯 From bad snacks to sign overload to open house etiquette—we keep it real, funny, and informative!

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🎙️ Episode 13 – Hometown Heroes Program is BACK! | Keep’n It Real-T

Ready to buy a home with little to NO money down? 👀 You need to hear this!

In this episode of Keep’n It Real-T, hosts Martha Smith and Natalia Pierantoni are joined by special guest Heidi Lombardi, Branch Manager and Mortgage Loan Originator with Pioneer Mortgage, to break down the newly relaunched Hometown Heroes Program—expected to roll out July 1, 2025!

This game-changing loan program is designed to help first-time homebuyers achieve homeownership with up to $35,000 in down payment assistance.

In this episode, we cover:

• What the Hometown Heroes Program is and who qualifies

• Step-by-step breakdown of how to apply

• Common mistakes to avoid

• Who this program is not for

• Why this is a limited-time opportunity you don’t want to miss

Plus, we put Heidi in the Hot Seat for a fun rapid-fire Q&A you won’t want to miss! 🔥

💡 If you're a first-time homebuyer—or know someone who is—this episode is for YOU.

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🎙 Episodio 12: Spanglish Special – ¡Sí Se Puede! Comprar Sin Miedo 🏡

En este episodio especial de Keep’n It Real-T, lo hacemos Spanglish-style 🎉 porque queremos hablar directamente con nuestra comunidad Latina. Si alguna vez has pensado que no puedes comprar casa porque no tienes suficiente dinero ahorrado, no entiendes el proceso o simplemente tienes miedo... ¡ESTE episodio es para ti!

Las anfitrionas Martha Smith y Natalia Pierantoni comparten toda la información esencial para que puedas comprar tu casa sin miedo:

✅ Qué necesitas para empezar

✅ Qué documentos piden los prestamistas

✅ Qué programas existen para ayudarte con el (down payment)

✅ Cómo funciona la pre-aprobación y por qué es tan importante

✅ Qué hacer si tienes ITIN, DACA o estatus mixto

✅ ¡Y mucho más!

🎯 Este episodio es para ti si:

Eres comprador por primera vez

No sabes por dónde empezar

Crees que necesitas crédito perfecto (¡no es cierto!)

Quieres aprender cómo salir del ciclo de la renta

✨ Mensaje importante: No estás solo. Sí se puede. Te ayudamos paso a paso.

🎙️ Anfitrionas: Martha Smith & Natalia Pierantoni

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🎧 Episode 10: New Construction – Everything You Need to Know 🏡

Thinking about buying a new construction home? Don’t do it without hearing the REAL-T first!

In this episode of Keep’n It Real-T, we’re diving into all things new construction—the good, the bad, and the blueprints you wish someone told you about. From builder warranties to hidden costs, production vs. custom builders, and how to protect yourself throughout the process—we’re breaking it ALL down.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, a seasoned homeowner, or just curious about what it’s like to build from scratch, this episode gives you a real-world look at what to expect.

🔎 Here’s What We Cover: ✔️ The pros of buying new: customization, energy efficiency & more ✔️ The downsides: delays, upgrades, small lots, and cookie-cutter concerns ✔️ Production builders vs. custom builders—what’s the difference? ✔️ How your own Realtor can save you time, stress, and money ✔️ The full process—from lot selection to inspections and closing ✔️ Rapid Fire Q&A: biggest hidden costs, best & worst upgrades, and more

🎙️ Hosted by: Martha Smith & Natalia Pierantoni 📅 Episode Air Date: May 27, 2025

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