Buy The Bay: The Bay Area Real Estate Podcast

Buy The Bay: The Bay Area Real Estate Podcast

"Buy The Bay" is your go-to podcast for everything related to real estate in the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area. Hosted by Dan Ancheta, this show is a deep dive into the world of real estate, economics, and business in one of the most dynamic regions in the United States. Each week, Dan invites industry leaders, innovators, and experts to share their insights and experiences. From commercial real estate strategists to residential solar power enthusiasts, from mortgage professionals to real estate developers, "Buy The Bay" provides a platform for a diverse array of voices. The discussions span a wide range of topics, including property buying tips, insurance advice, branding in real estate, economic trends, home ownership strategies, and the latest in real estate marketing. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, a seasoned investor, a real estate professional, or someone interested in the Bay Area's economic landscape, "Buy The Bay" offers valuable insights and interesting conversations. Join us as we explore the Bay Area's real estate market in all its complexity and dynamism, and stay up-to-date with the latest trends and developments. Tune in to "Buy The Bay" for engaging, informative, and inspiring discussions about the San Francisco Bay Area real estate. Discover the creative solutions, unique strategies, and innovative trends shaping the future of Bay Area real estate.

Episodes

May 12, 2025 31 mins

In this episode of Buy the Bay, host Dan Ancheta interviews Cait Hudson, a seasoned East Bay realtor with 10 years of experience and founder of the innovative property comparison tool Nest Hub. Cait shares how her psychology background uniquely positions her to support clients through emotionally challenging real estate transactions, offers insights on current East Bay market trends, and reveals details about her upcoming tech solu...

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Host Dan Ancheta interviews Corey Robinson, founder of Journey Real Estate in Marin County. From restaurant ownership to leading a boutique real estate brokerage, Corey shares insights on navigating today's market, mentorship value, and balancing business with family.

Chapters

  • Corey's Background (0:00 - 5:30)
    • Colorado origins to San Diego restaurant business
    • Transition to Bay Area real estate
  • Building Journey Real ...
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In this episode of Buy The Bay, host Dan Ancheta and returning guest Megan Ancheta explore various aspects of strategic planning, particularly in the context of real estate. Megan shares her insights on planning for vacations, home improvements, and major purchases, emphasizing the importance of setting long-term goals and breaking them down into manageable steps. The discussion also covers planning for professional success, includ...

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February 14, 2025 41 mins

Buy the Bay Podcast: Marketing Strategy with Ashley from Refined Creative Co

Episode Overview

A deep dive into modern marketing strategies with Ashley, founder of Refined Creative Co. Discussion covers client segmentation, event planning, social media strategy, and creating memorable client experiences in the real estate industry.

Key Takeaways

  • Client segmentation is crucial - different tiers of clients should receive different ty...
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In the first episode of 2025, host Dan Ancheta welcomes back Ed Troxell from Ed Troxell Creative to discuss practical and cost-effective marketing strategies for small businesses and real estate agents. They delve into maximizing the use of readily available tools and technology to create engaging and authentic video content. Ed introduces his 'Stupid Easy Client Attraction Formula' and emphasizes the importance of content ...

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November 5, 2024 36 mins
In this episode of Buy The Bay, hosts Dan and Megan Ancheta discuss the importance of goal setting in both personal and professional life, with a focus on the real estate industry. With Halloween looming, they humorously wear skeleton outfits and share stories about their children's school activities. They delve into the upcoming business planning seminars designed to help realtors and mortgage professionals. The conversation cover...
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October 8, 2024 53 mins
In this episode of Buy the Bay, host Dan Ancheta discusses the current state of the residential mortgage market amid recent rate cuts by the Federal Reserve. Joined by guest Hannah Escher from MasonMac Mortgage, they delve into her transition from media to the mortgage industry, driven by her personal experience of buying a home with down payment assistance. Together, they explore various mortgage strategies, refinancing opportunit...
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August 30, 2024 34 mins
In this episode of Buy the Bay, host Dan Ancheta interviews his friend and colleague Luiz Lopez from W Real Estate. They discuss Luiz's journey into the real estate industry, his strategies for success, and the importance of authenticity and relationships. Luiz shares his experiences working with mentors, overcoming challenges in tough transactions, and leveraging his personal network of friends and family for client referrals. The...
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August 23, 2024 57 mins

In this episode of Buy The Bay, host Dan Ancheta is joined by his wife Megan, who returns to the podcast by popular demand. The couple discusses various aspects of managing their busy lives, including parenting, work-life harmony, and the importance of routines. They delve into strategies for handling the increased busyness since their kids returned to school, the wisdom (or lack thereof) in popular parenting advice, and the someti...
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In this episode of Buy the Bay, host Dan Ancheta welcomes back Bianca Broos from the Bianca Broos Company and Anthony Galiano from Spring EQ. The conversation encompasses various aspects of the Bay Area real estate market, mortgage challenges, and strategies for financial growth.

Bianca and Anthony share their professional journeys and expertise, highlighting the importance of leveraging home equity, understanding mortgage rates, an...
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In this episode of Buy the Bay, host Dan Ancheta interviews Sergio Rodriguez, founder and operator of Integrum Construction. Sergio shares his background, starting from his father's influence as a builder to his own career trajectory in managing multifamily housing projects and eventually establishing Integram Construction in 2019. The discussion delves into the company's focus on building Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and large-...
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In this episode of Buy the Bay, host Dan Ancheta is joined by his wife, Megan Ancheta, as they discuss the journey of co-founding Sequence Mortgage and balancing their professional and personal lives. They reflect on their early days in the mortgage business, the challenge of transitioning from primary parenting to becoming more active in the business, and Megan’s exceptional sales and interpersonal skills. They also touch on theme...
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In this episode of Buy the Bay, host Dan Ancheta sits down with Savannah Wellander, of W Real Estate in Sonoma, California. They discuss Savannah's journey from playing competitive soccer in Sweden to her career in fitness and eventual transition into real estate. Savannah shares her strategic approach of leveraging social media to establish her new career, the importance of authenticity, and how being community-oriented has contri...
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In this episode of Buy the Bay, host Dan Ancheta welcomes back guest Rob Tomasello, who shares exciting news about his recent transition to a new brokerage, Engel & Völkers. They discuss the real estate market in the North Bay, Rob's willingness to go the extra mile for his clients, and the significance of surrounding oneself with high-achieving professionals. Rob highlights the importance of mentors for new agents, staying pos...
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Buy the Bay is back and so is our guest Ryan O'Connell, President of How To ADU.  Hosted by Dan Ancheta of Sequence Mortgage, this is a super insightful episode for homeowners, developers, and real estate professionals. 

In this episode, Dan and Ryan discuss the importance and nuances of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in California and nationwide. Ryan shares insights on recent legislative changes, housing advocacy, and the economi...
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Empowering Union Workers Through Homeownership: The Union Advantage Homebuyer Program

This episode of Buy The Bay features host Dan Ancheta interviewing Carlee Peters from W Real Estate, discussing her journey into real estate, inspired by her mother's ownership of a brokerage and her decision to switch careers during the pandemic. Carlee expresses a passionate focus on assisting first-time homebuyers, highlighting the joy of helpin...
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In this episode of 'Buy the Bay', host Dan Ancheta welcomes fellow podcaster Amy Ahlers, a realtor at LivXplore Real Estate and host of 'Beyond the Vines with Amy Ahlers'.

The discussion covers their long-standing acquaintance since junior high, Amy's journey into podcasting, and her focus on interviewing local small businesses to boost community growth. Amy shares insights into the challenges and satisfaction of podcasting, her swi...
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In this episode of 'Buy the Bay', host Dan Ancheta is joined by Shawn Lowe, a real estate professional from Homemark Realty and Lenox Homes, to discuss the current state and future prospects of new construction developments in the North Bay area, particularly focusing on Riverbend, a 27-unit development in Petaluma.

With over 20 years of experience, Shawn shares insights on his background in the industry, the specifics of various Le...
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In this episode of Buy The Bay, host Dan Ancheta is joined by Ash Gomez, owner of Digital Twinners, to discuss effective use of social media in real estate. Touching on engagement strategies, the importance of authentic content, and audience growth, they delve into harnessing the power of social media to boost one's business profile. Ash also provides insights into how storytelling, interviewing industry experts and 'audience hacki...
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February 23, 2024 33 mins
Host Dan Ancheta invites Jaeden Wilson, a real estate agent from W Real Estate, to discuss her entrepreneurial journey on his podcast, Buy the Bay. They discuss Jaeden's passion for music and singing in her early years and her interesting journey into real estate. Jaeden shares her unique strategy of combining her two businesses to generate leads, revealing that she leverages her custom cookie business, Frostyz Bakery by Jaeden, to...
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