About Get In Real about Real Estate with Howard Chung and Paul Balzotti
Success strategies for local Realtors in the Pacific Northwest. Howard Chung is the VP of John L. Scott Real Estate Affiliates and owner of GreenOceanTV. Paul Balzotti is the owner of John L Scott Real Estate in Bellingham and co-owner of John L Scott Real Estate in Anacortes. Hosted from the Anacortes John L. Scott office, they discuss strategies for Realtors to have consistent success and live life as a contribution.
A “flat” year can still reshape how we work, what buyers want, and where the best opportunities hide. We unpack why prices and sales ended near even while affordable segments stayed hot, luxury cooled, and inventory climbed to the healthiest levels we’ve seen in years. From spring spikes and fall slowdowns to the psychology of rates easing toward 6 percent, we connect seasonality and sentiment to real decisions about pricing, timing, and negotiation. We also go deep on the 2026 horizon. Nati...
4 Jun 2025
Market Shifts and Clear Cooperation: Navigating Real Estate in 2025
Hosts Howard Chung and Paul Balzotti examine the evolving real estate landscape in 2025, focusing on clear cooperation policies and market transparency, which ensures fair practices.
17 Sept 2024
EP: 0012 Bow Edison Washington Community Spotlight with Shalyce Pocock
At the foothills of Blanchard Mountain and just south of the scenic Chuckanut Drive, Bow Edison is a charming town that flies under the radar for many home buyers. The community offers a historic town area plus nearby access to incredible parks and trails. Bow Edison is also close to freeway access and within 25 minutes of larger cities including Anacortes, Mount Vernon and Bellingham.Shalyce Pocock is a broker that not only serves in Bow Edison, but also resides in the community with her fam...
5 Sept 2024
EP: 0011 San Juan Island Community Spotlight with Sadie Holt
San Juan is the largest and most populated island on the San Juan islands, with 2 very popular harbors, Roche and Friday Harbor. Sadie Holt is a Realtor and local resident of San Juan Island. On this episode, Sadie talks about living on San Juan Island and some information on Orcas and Lopez Island as well.2:00 Lisa shares her story and why her and her husband chose San Juan Island to raise there family.5:00 Explaining medical and other services available on the San Juan Island8:00 Wher...
22 Jul 2024
EP: 0010 How to have success in year 1 of your Real Estate career with Betsy Anorbe
Betsy Anorbe is a Realtor serving Skagit, Island & Whatcom County. She sold 37 homes in her first 12 months in Real Estate, and is currently on track to sell over 50 homes in her year 2. In this episode of Get In Real about Real Estate, Betsy and Paul Balzotti discuss her recipe for success. For those who are considering a career in Real Estate or need a jump start, Betsy shares many valuable insights. 1:05 How Betsy started her career day one.4:00 Joining the chamber of commerc...
15 Jul 2024
EP: 009 Mid-Year Housing Market Update for Anacortes & Skagit County with Leslie Iacolucci
Leslia Iacolucci joins the John L. Scott Real Estate Anacortes Get in Real Podcast to share a mid-year housing update for Anacortes Washington and Skagit County. 00:30 About Leslie Iacolucci and her experience serving the Anacortes community.03:00 Skagit County housing update from Leslie.04:15 Paul Balzotti & Howard on why home prices are up and home sales are down.07;11 Leslie on the Anacortes Washington housing market update. 08:00 Paul on the housing forecast for the second h...
4 Jun 2024
EP: 008 Oak Harbor Washington Community Spotlight with Teresa Griffith
For those planning relocation to Oak Harbor Washington, Paul Balzotti and Howard Chung interview Real Estate broker Teresa Griffith about the lifestyle of Oak Harbor and what you should know about housing and the Real Estate market. Teresa starts by sharing how her mother and grandparents are from Oak Harbor and how she moved back to raise her family in the community. The conversation then goes to the benefits of the community, some of the trade-offs, and the state of the housing market ...
3 Jan 2024
EP: 007 National Real Estate Lawsuits & New Buyer Agency Requirements
It is a turbulent time in the Real Estate industry heading into 2024, with pending Real Estate lawsuits against major Real Estate firms and the National Association of Realtors. Most of the litigation is framed around a position that Realtors have not provided proper transparency to the Real Estate commission process, particularly with buyers.For the last 2+ years, Washington state lawmakers, working alongside the Washington State Realtor Association and the member-owned Northwest MLS, have t...
13 Nov 2023
EP: 006 Real Estate in Stanwood, Camano & Whidbey Island with Jeff Smith.
On this episode of Get in Real about Real Estate, Howard Chung and Paul Balzotti talk with Jeff Smith about the Real Estate markets and lifestyle differences in Stanwood Washington, Camano Island & Whidbey Island. Jeff is a top-producing broker & outdoor enthusiast who specializes in helping buyers & sellers who share his passion for getting outside in the pacific northwest. 2:00 About the Ventureforth brand that Jeff created.5:05 Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Program7:32 C...
16 Oct 2023
EP: 005 Insights into moving to Anacortes Washington with Lisa Strandberg.
Lisa was born and raised in Anacortes Washington, and has been a full-time Realtor serving Skagit County and Anacortes for over 25 years. She shares her insights on growing up in Anacortes, and how the city has evolved. Lisa also talks about the different areas of Anacortes and things buyers should know when considering a move to Anacortes. You can reach Lisa at lisa@lisastrandberg.com
6 Sept 2023
EP: 004 New ADU laws for Washington state with Anacortes Realtor Bert Clay
ADU's or Accessory Dwelling Units, have long been a popular way to build a 2nd home on a residential property that is not zoned for multi-family. Accessory dwelling units are popular for use for rental income, or for extended family as well. The ability to build ADU's changes dramatically with the passing of HB 1337. HB 1337 requires the adoption or amendment of municipal zoning regulations to allow for at least two ADUs on all lots located in all zoning districts within an urban growth area ...
1 Aug 2023
EP: 003 Unleash the Power of AI in Real Estate. Get in Real with Howard Chung and Paul Balzotti of John L. Scott Real Estate
Unleash the power of AI to elevate content creation with ChatGPT – craft compelling listings, engaging blogs, and captivating social posts effortlessly. Stay one step ahead in the market and provide exceptional service with AI-powered support. ChatGPT https://openai.com/chatgpt Teleprompter https://promptsmart.com/Capcut https://www.capcut.com/editorVideo EditorHoward Chung an...
30 Mar 2023
EP: 002 CRM -John L Scott Real Estate Client Relationship Management tools with Howard Chung and Paul Balzotti
On EP#2 of the Get In Real Estate podcast, recorded from the John L Scott Real Estate in Anacortes Washington. Howard Chung and Paul Balzotti discuss client relationship management tools and specifically, how to apply the JLS property tracker to your business.00:45 Brokers need to adjust to this year's market. 04:00 How technology can make everything a little easier. 06:35 It's all about connectivity.07:10 What CRM you should use.08:55 The JLS Property Tracker.21:00 How to utilize e...
28 Mar 2023
EP:001 Top 3 Success Tips for Real Estate Brokers to Thrive in 2023
For Real Estate brokers/agents looking for tips for getting their business going in 2023, Howard Chung and Paul Balzotti discuss 3 tips for growing your business in 2023. TIP #1 Improve your time management.1:15 Being honest about how many hours you are actually working.2:50 Scheduling your "power hour".TIP#2 Collecting and organizing your database.4:30 Your daily calendar and to-do list.7:41 Your client base. TIP#3 Finding your why.9:24 Finding your why. 10:30 Gath...
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