Baez Real Estate Podcast
Welcome to the Baez Real Estate Podcast. 🏡 Whether you are looking to buy, sell, or invest, our team is here to help you reach your real estate goals with expert guidance and personalized service. Based at 747 Palisades Ave in Yonkers, NY, we proudly serve the Bronx, Westchester, and surrounding areas. Thinking about buying? Want to get pre approved? Contact Hidekel Baez at (914) 409-5647 or email hidey@gorascal.com . 📞 General Inquiries: 929-222-6979 📧 Email: info@baezre.com Subscribe for real estate tips, market updates, and insights to help you succeed in today’s market.
Episodes
A $31 million slumlord settlement in the Bronx is a wake-up call: housing isn’t just an “investment” on a spreadsheet, it’s where people live. We start with a light catch-up on travel and weather, then zoom into a bigger shift happening across vacation markets and home markets alike. Rafael’s upcoming Puerto Rico trip turns into a real conversation about Airbnb, cash buyers, and what happens when short-term rental d...
A seller says “yes” and you start celebrating, but how real is that win if you’re buying in New York? Angela and Chris get brutally practical about what actually qualifies as an accepted offer, why verbal acceptance can vanish, and how buyers lose great homes simply by moving too slowly between the handshake moment and signed contracts. If you’re competing in a hot spring and summer market with bidding wars, timelin...
A house sells, the buyers move in, and within days they swear something is wrong: doors slamming, objects falling, and the kind of fear that makes you question every sound at night. They install cameras in every room, the “activity” keeps happening, and the footage shows nobody. Angelo and Chris open with that real estate horror story and ask the question every buyer secretly wonders: if a home has a reputation, doe...
Rates are finally easing, but smart moves still come down to math, paperwork, and timing. We open up about our first year running the business, why having a lender who answers on weekends changes everything, and how lower rates can revive buying power for first-time buyers and investors alike. Then we get practical: when does refinancing make sense, and how do you calculate a realistic breakeven so you don’t trade o...
What does it really take to buy your first property at 23—and then rip it down to the studs without losing your mind or your budget? We walk through the entire arc: prospecting to find a motivated seller, negotiating below market based on real condition, wrangling a 1099 mortgage file, and keeping the deal tight through appraisal, clean title, and insurance. No gloss, no fluff—just the practical steps and honest mat...
A lot of people think real estate looks easy from the outside—until they step in. Rafael joins us to share how he went from renter to homeowner to licensed agent thanks to a timely push from an old friend, a decisive spouse, and a burst of brave action. We walk through the entire arc: finding the right place, facing a crowded showing, submitting a same-day offer, and hearing “accepted” just days later. The win wasn’...
A basement office, a Bronx block, and a storefront full of momentum—this is a story about building a brokerage around service, trust, and home. We share how giving away nearly 400 turkeys wasn’t a stunt but a promise to the community that raised us, and how keeping our team small lets us protect the experience clients remember us for: honest guidance, quick feedback, and the kind of advocacy we’d want for our own fa...
A Yankees high is great, but a stable mortgage payment is even better. We ride the rivalry buzz straight into real-world wins: how New York’s new ADU pathway can turn basements and attics into compliant, income-producing spaces, and why timing your purchase before spring fever hits may be the smartest move you make this year.
We share firsthand experiences helping Latino buyers who’ve felt shut out by langu...
The real estate landscape in New York is undergoing significant changes, and understanding these shifts could save you thousands of dollars whether you're renting, buying, or selling property.Â
At the forefront of these changes is the newly implemented FAIR Act, which fundamentally alters how broker fees work in rental transactions. Despite widespread confusion, the rule is actually straightforward: wh...
Ever had a home inspection reveal something utterly unexpected? On this eye-opening episode, Chris shares his jaw-dropping discovery of an abandoned boat left in a backyard during a final walkthrough. This remarkable story highlights why these last-minute inspections are non-negotiable when purchasing property—revealing how this unusual situation required a $10,000 escrow hold until the sellers properly removed thei...
What makes a successful offer in today's ultra-competitive real estate market? Contrary to popular belief, the highest bid doesn't always win—and that's just one of the eye-opening insights Angelo and Chris share in this candid conversation about New York's real estate landscape.
Drawing from their recent experiences with packed open houses and same-day sales in Queens, the hosts take yo...
Baseball fans and property enthusiasts unite in this candid conversation that starts with passionate Yankees commentary before diving into the real estate trenches. We analyze how the Yankees might fare this season despite pitching injuries, debate NBA playoff favorites, and reveal why the Celtics remain the team to beat unless OKC's young hunger prevails.
The heart of our discussion explores the surpr...
Spring has arrived, bringing with it the most dynamic season in New York City's real estate market. We dive deep into why this time of year creates the perfect storm for property transactions, as families race to secure homes before the September school year begins and weather conditions improve for property viewings.
Brooklyn takes center stage in our discussion as we explore its transformation into &...
Have you noticed how the cold winter months influence not just our daily lives, but also the real estate landscape? In this engaging episode, we navigate through the intricate dynamics of the current market and its fluctuating trends driven by seasonal changes. With temperatures dropping, we discuss strategies that families and buyers are adopting, especially those looking to secure their dream homes before the scho...
How did a simple preschool playdate turn into a lifelong friendship that celebrates community spirit and the power of dreams? Join us as we explore this journey with my dear friend Amanda, an accomplished real estate agent from Yonkers. Our conversation takes us from organizing class events with our children to reminiscing about Amanda's transition from bustling Brooklyn and the Bronx to the suburban charm of Y...
Embark on an inspiring journey with us as Heidi Baez, my incredible wife and business partner, shares how we turned our dream of homeownership into reality. Despite not having the full down payment, Heidi's unwavering faith and expertise as a mortgage broker were instrumental in our first property purchase. Together, we reveal how teamwork, persistence, and a bit of faith can lead to success, while offering pra...
Join us for a captivating conversation with entrepreneur and family business expert, Steven Pizarro. In this episode, we dive into the intricacies of managing two successful businesses alongside his wife, who leads the insurance side of their operations. Steven shares valuable insights on the importance of teamwork and the legacy they aim to build for their children. Discover how their partnership mirrors a harmonio...
Can blockbuster trades really reshape a team's destiny? Join us as we dissect Major League Baseball's latest thrilling moves, spotlighting the Yankees' strategic acquisitions of Max Fried and Devin Williams, and the financial foresight behind parting with Juan Soto. We pay homage to the unparalleled talents of Shohei Ohtani, whose prowess on both the mound and at the plate is nothing short of revoluti...
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