Real Estate Finder
Welcome to the Real Estate Finder Podcast! I'm Matthew Maschler, the Real Estate Finder. And on this show, we will share my passion and knowledge of real estate. I'm a real estate broker with the Signature Real Estate Companies, and we sell Florida real estate here in Palm Beach County - where I live - Broward, Miami, the West Coast, Naples through Sarasota, and Central Florida - where we sell real estate in Orlando and near Disney World. Joining me each episode will be agents from my office and the very best vendors servicing the real estate industry. So, whether you're looking for residential, vacation, or investment properties in Florida; the Real Estate Finder Podcast will provide insider information, examine the latest trends, and reveal some of the tips, tricks, and techniques needed to make smart decisions and get the very best from this and any market! Each episode we will highlight amazing properties, take a deep dive into some recent deals we've done, chat with industry insiders, and explore some of the issues and challenges that come up when buying or selling real estate. So join us as we share stories, raise questions, find answers, and have a whole lot of fun in the fascinating world of Florida real estate!
Episodes
In this episode, we break down a listener question about a common — but often misunderstood — housing scenario: rent-to-own. What happens when the roof is falling apart and the buyer-to-be wants the landlord to fix it before closing?
We discuss:
- Why rent-to-own contracts are tricky for both landlords and tenants
- The importance of understanding your agreement before negotiating repairs
- How to use the appraisal strategic...
In this episode, Matthew tackles a common concern among real estate agents: high days on market (DOM). Is resetting the DOM a smart strategy—or is it deceptive? Matthew breaks down why long DOM isn’t necessarily a red flag, what really impacts showings, and why staging or resetting the clock might not solve your problem. You’ll hear insights on how to approach stale listings ethically, boost visibility with smarter photo s...
Matthew still swears by carrying physical business cards, believing they leave a lasting impression—especially with a photo—unlike forgettable digital alternatives. He sees them as a simple but powerful tool for professionalism, branding, and making meaningful connections. Listen in to hear why.
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In this episode, we dive into the often misunderstood and confusing world of buyer broker agreements and real estate commission structures. Whether you're an agent, buyer, or just curious how real estate deals really work behind the scenes, this episode is full of insight and strategy.
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In this episode, we break down the “Days on Market” (DOM) metric — what it means, how it’s tracked, and what it can tell you about a property. Whether you’re a buyer wondering why a home hasn’t sold, or a seller thinking about relisting, understanding DOM can give you a major edge. We also talk about how listing resets, holidays, pricing tweaks, and photo changes can impact DOM — and how savvy agents use that data strategi...
In this episode, we dive into the personal and professional challenges of relocating for work, told through the story of a friend's move for work from New York City to Los Angeles. Matthew's friend shares his firsthand experience—from lunch-and-learn sessions and corporate relocation perks to the emotional weight of uprooting a life built over 15 years in NYC. We talk about the cultural fears of moving to California (earth...
In this episode, we dive deep into the strategy, psychology, and marketing power behind open houses in real estate. We share our enthusiasm for open houses as a dual-purpose tool: promoting both the property and the agent.
We discuss leveraging open houses to:
- Increase listing visibility
- Attract buyer interest
- Create urgency with other prospects
- Impress sellers with proactive marketing
We also tackle the agent...
In today's episode, Matthew and Jill dive into the evolving expectations of real estate clients—where polish and presentation are valued over expertise—and how this impacts the agent-seller dynamic. The discussion shifts into a complex real-world scenario involving a property held in a trust, where communication breakdowns and misunderstandings about roles (trustee vs. beneficiary) lead to unexpected roadblocks. Why does ...
In this episode, Matthew Maschler discusses how Signature Real Estate Finder helps new agents thrive through mentorship, tech training, and team support.
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Today Matthew shares a "private" tip that he is ready for more than just his employees to hear. This tip will leave all of the people in both your personal and professional lives impressed!
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Welcome to The Big Orange, Boca Raton!!!
Boca Raton is always open to welcome our friends from “Northern” states and this year is no exception. Whether it is snow storms, high taxes, government over reach or whatever is going on with the Mayor of New York City, Florida is here to offer you sunshine, low taxes, a welcoming business environment and the world class sports teams including the 2x Stanley Cup ...
The Florida Panthers have done it again—Stanley Cup champions for the second year in a row! In this special, emotion-packed episode, we dive into the energy and excitement of the Panthers’ victory and what it means for South Florida- including real estate. From season ticket dreams and unforgettable games to rain-soaked parades and tax debates with Wayne Gretzky, it's all here. Hear stories of passion, pride, and Panthers ...
Welcome to the Real Estate Finder Podcast as we are joined by Sandy T. Gerstein, an expert in professional organizing and moving logistics management. With a passion for helping clients move effortlessly and create harmonious living spaces, she founded STG Concierge Moving & Organizing to offer an all-in-one Concierge experience where every detail is meticulously planned and executed for you.
Originally from New York an...
Most people when they think of auctions only think of distressed or foreclosure auctions. But selling a luxury home by auction can be an effective strategy. If you can have multiple interested, buyers in the room together, you can really create a buzz and a bidding war.
Join Staci, Jill and I as we discuss using auctions as a strategy to sell a home quickly, with limited contingencies and creatively by using an auction....
One important trait that a good agent needs is a spine. I cant stand when my agents say the other agent or a customer is putting pressure on them.
I say do not let anybody put pressure on you, you out pressure on them.
Do not let anybody make demands on you, you make demands on them.
You have to take control of the situation.
You have to be able to say NO!
We had an offer that was gobbly gook. The Buyer’s name was e...
In Florida, real estate teams or groups must adhere to specific advertising regulations outlined in Florida Administrative Code Rule 61J2-10.026. Key requirements include:
• Brokerage Supervision: All team members must operate under the supervision of the same registered broker or brokerage.
• Designation of Responsibility: Each team must appoint a designated licensee responsible for ensuring the team's advertising complie...
When making a price drop on your listing, there is much more than just changing the price in the MLS.
In this episode I talk about taking a strategic approach to get the most bang for your buck (or your Seller’s buck) when lowering the price.
A listing agent should approach this as if it is a new listing. And I discuss further in the show.
From reaching out to agents and buyers from previous showing, freshening up the lis...
A Buyer called me asking about my listing.
He is asking about seller financing.
If he puts $50k down. Who would make the terms up? A lawyer?
Many times a seller can’t or won’t offer Seller financing and I explain more in this episode and answer the question regarding who makes up the terms.
I also explain what to do if The Seller would consider it. Hint: It is just like any other contract except that The Seller is als...
On today's episode of Real Estate Finder podcast, Staci asks Matthew "Is it possible to go old school on a transaction and sideline the technology for a buyer who isn't tech savvy?”
Everything in a transaction is streamlined to be so quick and easy via technology with Total Brokerage and electronic signature request and initials. How to incorporate a paper and pen customer into an electronic transaction can be tricky.
Join ...
Lately I’ve attended various events that have had live auctions, silent auctions, and raffles and I wanted to talk about if it’s better to sell an item in an auction or via raffle.
So join me today on the podcast while we discuss everything about event auctions and raffles.
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