The Portland Real Estate Podcast

The Portland region needs 60,000 housing units to resolve the current housing shortage.

What new land use laws are helping close the gap? And what …

Are you inclined to compete with other real estate agents and defend your territory? Or collaborate as colleagues?

At Masters in Real Estate, we …

The average person lives in a home for about 7 years. And agents and lenders need to stay top of mind, so we’re there when the client is ready to move again.

However, 88% of people forget their real estate team less …

No doubt you’ve read multiple news items about artificial intelligence and received several emails promoting AI trainings since ChatGPT launched last …

In the spring of 2020, Oregon REALTORS voted to have statewide forms administered by the state association as a member benefit—not for profit.

To that end, the association made an offer to purchase the other two owners’ …

We can all agree that the real estate market was pretty bad last year. Case in point, pending sales in the Portland metro area were down 50% year-over-year in November 2022.

But things are starting to pick up as we move …

Interest rates are up to 7%. Pending sales are down 42%. And yet, many real estate agents continue to do business at a high level, despite the dramatic market shift.

In April of 2022, Brittany Gibbs, Heather Robbins and …

Mortgage interest rates are the highest they’ve been in 20 years. And as a result, mortgage applications are down by 38% and refis have dropped a …

The real estate market was nothing but hot in 2021. We saw a staggering number of transactions, and most homes were on the market for less than a week.

And now the market is correcting. Real estate has a longer shelf …

We’ve just seen the most significant interest rate hike since 1994. There’s scary inflation news and an economy in flux.Has all of this caused a slowing down in the real estate market?

Kurt von Wasmuth, President/CEO of …

On May 11, a federal judge permanently blocked Oregon’s ban on ‘love letters,’ calling it a violation of homebuyers’ First Amendment rights. And most …

According to CNBC, today, buyers are paying 37% more for their payments on the same house because of a combination of higher interest rates and higher housing prices over last year. Diana Olick, CNBC Real Estate …

A lot is happening in the world right now. The bond market took a dive, interest rates are rising, inflation is prominent, gas prices are up, and there’s a war in Europe.

All of these things are interconnected, so how …

In January of 2012, as we made our way out of the Great Recession, ethics in real estate was at an all-time low. And Joe Fustolo asked himself, ‘How …

In Episode 137, Tucker, Steve and Joe discuss the future of the Portland Real Estate Podcast. (We had some recording difficulties, so the playback …

In Episode 136, Tucker, Steve and Joe discuss the current state of the real estate market as well as the biggest topics from The Masters In Real Estate Facebook group over the past Month! Tune in as they dissect each …

In Episode 135, Tucker, Steve and Joe discuss the current state of the real estate market as well as the biggest topics from The Masters In Real Estate Facebook group over the past Month! Tune in as they dissect each …

In Episode 134, Tucker, Steve and Joe discuss the current state of the real estate market as well as the biggest topics from The Masters In Real Estate Facebook group over the past Month! Tune in as they dissect each …

In Episode 133, Tucker, Steve and Joe discuss the current state of the real estate market as well as the biggest topics from The Masters In Real Estate Facebook group over the past Month! Tune in as they dissect each …

In Episode 132, Tucker, Steve and Joe discuss the biggest topics from The Masters In Real Estate Facebook group over the past 30 days. Tune in as they dissect each question, give their feedback and advice as they …

In Episode 130, Tucker shares a fundraiser that he and Justin Harnish from Harnish Properties have teamed up on. They have started a "Go Fund Me" page to raise money for local Lake Oswego Restaurants and small …

In Episode 129, Tucker, Steve and Joe discuss the best topics from the past month for the Masters In Real Estate Group. Be sure to tune in for a very informative and educational episode! Subscribe to our podcast on …

In Episode 128, Tucker, Steve and Joe welcome John LaMotte back to the show! John discusses his Mayoral Candidacy and discusses his common sense …

In Episode 127, Tucker, Steve and Joe welcome Ezra Hammer back to the show! Ezra is the VP of Policy and Government Affairs for the Home Builders …

In Episode 126, Tucker, Steve and Joe discuss the hottest topics for the month on the Masters In Real Estate Group. Tune in for some great insight and education as all three weigh in on some of the best topics for the …

In Episode 125, Tucker, Steve and Joe welcome downtown Portland agent, Sarita Dua to the show. Sarita discusses some of the really cool listings she …

In Episode 124, Tucker, Steve and Joe welcome top producing agent, Emily Hetrick to the show. Emily is an agent with Keller Williams and she joins the show to discuss how she's grown her business over the years and and …

In Episode 122, Tucker, Steve and Joe welcome Kurt von Wasmuth back to the Show! Kurt is the President/CEO of the Oregon RMLS and updates us on the latest news and updates with the MLS System, how they've adapted during …

In Episode 121, Tucker, Steve and Joe talk with Jeff Wiren, the President and Managing Principal Broker at Premiere Property Group! They cover several topics having to do with the real estate market, the Oregan …

In Episode 120, Tucker, Steve and Joe are back this week to discuss the Best of Masters in Real Estate! They cover the biggest topics that were discussed over the last few weeks on the Masters in Real Estate Facebook …

In Episode 119, Tucker, Steve and Joe welcome Real Estate Coach, Rick Gray to the show! Rick shares his story and discusses his real estate history and how far he has come in his profession. He goes on to discuss …

In Episode 118, Tucker, Steve and Joe welcome Windermere Principal Broker, Mel George to the show! Mel shares her story and discusses the changes her business has gone through since the great recession. She shares her …

In Episode 117, Tucker, Steve and Joe welcome Eric Post to the show! Eric shares all the different things he's involved in with Real Estate being at …

In Episode 116, Tucker, Steve and Joe welcome Randy Sebastian with Renaissance Homes back to the podcast. Randy shares his thoughts on the current state of the real estate market and how he's positioned his company to …

In Episode 115, Tucker & Steve, welcome Tony Blodgett and Zack Duncan with New American Funding to discuss the current state of Mortgage Financing. They each share a ton of valuable information with detailed …

In Episode 114, Tucker, Steve & Joe welcome returning guest Justin Harnish, the Top Producing Agent in Oregon, to discuss the current market realities were all facing. Justin shares the latest news in his business …

In Episode 113, Tucker, Steve & Joe welcome returning guest Terry Sprague of Luxe Christie's International Real Estate in Lake Oswego back to the show. Terry discusses how your mindset, work ethic and relationships …

In Episode 112, Tucker, Steve & Joe are back to discuss some of the hottest topics over the past couple weeks from The Masters In Real Estate group. They each weigh in on some controversial and hotly contested …

In Episode 111, Tucker, Steve & Joe are back to give everyone an update on the latest corona virus news. They discuss whats going on in the national residential and commercial real estate markets as well as what's …

In Episode 110, Tucker & Steve welcome Joe Fustolo back to the show to discuss the real estate market in the wake of the Corona Virus Pandemic. …

In Episode 109, Tucker & Steve welcome top producing real estate broker, Carolyn Hoty to the show! Carolyn's been a local real estate broker …

In Episode 108, Tucker & Steve welcome back Joe Fustolo for this months Best Of Masters in Real Estate Discussion. They touch on 5 of the most …

In Episode 107, Tucker & Steve welcome Lake Oswego City Councilor John LaMotte to the show. John shares with us his role as a City Councilor and …

In Episode 106, Tucker & Steve discuss the current state of the market and what they're seeing in their own businesses. They then discuss the latest market action report showing 2.4 months of inventory in the …

In Episode 105, Tucker & Steve are joined by Ezra Hammer who's the Director of Policy & Government Relations for the Home Builders …

In Episode 104, Tucker, Steve and Joe have a little fun discussing the most popular and controversial topics that were compiled over the past month …

In Episode 103, Tucker & Steve discuss the local real estate market in this months Market Recap Episode. They share their thoughts and what they're seeing out there as far as home values, interest rates and days on …

In Episode 102, Tucker, Steve & Joe welcome Top Producing Agent Brittany Gibbs, Principal Broker and Owner of Move Real Estate Group in Oregon …

In Episode 101, Tucker and Steve welcome Tuckers wife Joanie to the show. Joanie is responsible for the project management and design for all the homes TTM Development builds and renovates. She shares a ton of great …

In Episode 100, Tucker and the whole crew get together in person for the first time to reflect on the past 100 episodes and discuss the Top 3 most …

In Episode 99, Tucker and Steve discuss this years Street of Dreams home builder show. They discuss the location and setting of the show and give their thoughts on those as well as how the Block Party went. They then go …

In Episode 98, Tucker and Steve discuss the political challenges our state is facing in Salem and then move on to the Market Action Report. They …

In Episode 97, Tucker discusses his company, how he operates and the benefits of selling problem properties to TTM. He goes through a list of examples of the condition of properties he looks for so realtors and other …

In Episode 96, Tucker and Steve discuss all the iBuyer programs out in the market and go into detail on how this may affect the real estate market as …

In Episode 95, Tucker and Steve welcome Joe Fustolo back to discuss the best topics from the Masters In Real Estate Group! These topics include …

In Episode 94, Tucker and Steve welcome Shawn Cleave who's the Government Affairs Director for the Oregon Association of Realtors.  Shawn joins us this week to discuss a variety of topics, mainly "Realtor Day At The …

In Episode 93, Tucker and Steve discuss the RMLS Market Action report numbers in this months State of The Market Episode.  They go through the latest report and dive into the numbers as well as discuss what they're …

In Episode 92, Tucker and Steve welcome RMLS CEO Kurt Von Wasmuth back to the show.  Kurt discusses all the major projects RMLS was able to complete in 2018 as well as discusses what is to be expected in 2019!  Tune in …

In Episode 91, Tucker and Steve discuss several topics however the over arching theme is the current market conditions as we head into 2019. Tucker and Steve go over the latest RMLS Market Action Report and discuss the …

In Episode 90, Tucker, Steve & Joe discuss several topics from Masters In Real Estate for the past couple months. They discuss four topics having to do with the state of the Real Estate Market, how Zillow may not …

In Episode 89, Tucker and Steve discuss the latest market news in this months State of the Market episode. Tucker and Steve share what they're seeing in the current real estate market and how they're each changing their …

In Episode 88, Tucker and Steve continue with the Trail Blazers theme and welcome former Trail Blazer player Antonio Harvey. Antonio discusses his NBA career, being a Blazers Announcer and now his Mortgage Specialist …

In Episode 87, Tucker and Steve are joined this week with Adam Bjaranson from Lawers Title and KOIN 6 Sports. Adam discusses Blazers Basketball, shares some great stories and also talks about his transition into real …

In Episode 86, Tucker and Steve discuss this months RMLS Market Action Report as well a share their thoughts on what they're seeing in the Portland Real Estate Market.  We hope you enjoy this episode, please subscribe …

In Episode 85, Tucker and Steve discuss this years 2018 Street Of Dreams.  They talk about this years location, the lot sizes, the overall setting …

In Episode 84, Tucker and Steve welcome Joe Fustolo back to discuss the hottest topics from the Masters In Real Estate Group.  They share their …

In Episode 83, Tucker and Steve discuss the latest news in their businesses and what they're seeing out in the market.  They cover the latest RMLS …

In Episode 82, Tucker and Steve welcome Matthew Tercek from Luxe Platinum Properties in Lake Oswego.  Matt has been a high-end real estate broker for four years now and shares his journey with us.  He discusses how he …

In Episode 81, Tucker and Steve discuss the latest news in their businesses as well as touch on some local real estate news. They then go into the latest RMLS Market Action Report and discuss the Market Recap and how …

In Episode 80, Tucker and Steve welcome RMLS President & CEO Kurt von Wasmuth to the show.  Steve and Tucker ask a myriad of questions regarding the RMLS system and discuss the future of MLS's across the country.  …

In Episode 79, Tucker and Steve welcome Joe Fustolo back to discuss the hottest topics from the Masters In Real Estate Group.  They share their …

In Episode 78, Tucker and Steve discuss the latest news in their businesses and what they're both seeing in the market today.  They share their experiences over the last 30 days and what they forecast to see for the …

In Episode 77, Tucker and Steve discuss the latest news in their businesses and also reflect on the past years achievements for both business and the podcast.  They go over the latest Market Action report which shows …

In Episode 76, Tucker, Steve and Joe discuss the hottest topics from the Masters In Real Estate Group.  They discuss at length, the latest proposed …

In Episode 75, Tucker and Steve discuss the latest news in their businesses and then touch on the latest market action report.  They then transition to the topic of "Affordable Housing" in Portland and Tucker explains …

In Episode 74, Tucker and Steve welcome Brian Denne from HomeEnergyScore.com, to discuss and explain the new Portland Home Energy Score Program.  Brian covers everything you need to know about the program when selling a …

In Episode 73, Tucker and Steve welcome back, Joe Fustolo to discuss the Best of Masters In Real Estate.  They cover all the latest hot topics from …

In Episode 72, Tucker and Steve welcome former Timbers player, Nat Borchers to the show.  Nat discusses life after professional soccer and how he continues to invest in the Salem Market!  We hope you enjoy this episode, …

In Episode 71, Tucker and Steve discuss the latest news in each of their businesses and then jump into the Market Recap.  They share the latest inventory numbers that are the highest they've been in 2.5 years, so do you …

In Episode 70, Tucker and Steve jump right into the 2017 Portland Street of Dreams.  They attended the block party this week, toured all the homes and are bringing a sneak peak of the homes in this years Street of …

In Episode 69, Tucker and Steve discuss the latest news in each of their businesses and then jump into the Market Recap.  They share the latest numbers and discuss how not much has changed from a month or two ago. …

In Episode 68, Tucker and Steve welcome Joe Fustolo back to the show for this months Best of Masters In Real Estate.  The trio discuss the hottest …

In Episode 67, Tucker and Steve discuss the latest news in each of their businesses and share the RMLS Market Action Report numbers for this months State of The Market.  They then share their thoughts and opinions on …

In Episode 66, Tucker and Steve welcome Jay Thompson from Zillow and Veronica Figueroa with ReMax in Orlando to discuss Zillows newly launched "Instant Offer Program".  Veronica is one of the realtors that was …

In Episode 65, Tucker and Steve welcome Adam Stites to the show to discuss the Effects of the Cannabis Industry on Real Estate.  Adam is the founder of Mirth Provisions in Longview, WA and they make Cannabis related …

In Episode 64, Tucker and Steve discuss the latest news in each of their businesses and then jump into the Market Recap.  They share the latest inventory number of 1.3 months which has dropped from last month …

In Episode 63, Tucker and Steve welcome Joe Fustolo back to the show and jump right into the Best of Masters In Real Estate for the Month of April. …

In Episode 62, Tucker and Steve jump right into their interview with Toija Beutler from Beutler Exchange Group.  Toija specializes in 1031 exchanges and shares a ton of great information and transaction details with us. …

In Episode 61, Tucker and Steve get right into the latest news in their own business and discuss whats been going on for the past few weeks. They then go into the market action report and talk about how the numbers may …

In Episode 60, Tucker and Steve welcome Richard Mario from Buckley Law P.C. on to the show to discuss Elder Abuse in Real Estate Transactions.  They discuss examples of Elder Abuse and the steps that realtors and anyone …

In Episode 59, Tucker and Steve welcome Joe Fustolo back for The Best of Masters in Real Estate.  They cover four topics that were discussed over the …

In Episode 58, Tucker and steve get right into the latest news in their own business and talk about how things have really picked up since the …

In Episode 57, Tucker and Steve welcome Jeffry Wiren, Managing Principal Broker at Premiere Property Group.  Jeff discusses all the latest OREF Forms changes that he helped the RMLS board make this year.  Jeff …

In Episode 56, Tucker and Steve welcome Stephen FitzMaurice to this weeks show to discuss Teams and Systems.  Stephen works with Premiere Property Group and by the end of 2016 will have closed over $100 Million in …

In Episode 55, Tucker and Steve welcome Joe Fustolo back for The Best of Masters In Real Estate.  They discuss the groups hottest topics from the …

In Episode 54, Tucker and Steve share the latest news in their businesses and then transition into some post-election observations.  They discuss the social backlash they're seeing among real estate professionals based …

In Episode 53, Tucker and Steve share the latest news and stories in their businesses and then transition into the market action report.  They discuss the market numbers and trends as well as point out which parts of …

In Episode 52, Tucker and Steve have Joe Fustolo back for this months Best of Masters In Real Estate for the month of October.  The Trio discusses …

In Episode 51, Tucker and Steve to review the latest RMLS Market Action Report in this Months "State of the Market" Episode.  They cover all the date and give their thoughts on the current market and where they think …

In Episode 50, Tucker and Steve are joined by Carl Carter to discuss Realtor Safety Month.  The three discuss the tragic story about Carl's mother as well as two presentations that Carl will be hosting this Friday to …

In Episode 49, Joe Fustolo is back with Tucker and Steve to discuss the Best of Masters in Real Estate.  The three discuss the hottest topics …

In Episode 48.5, Tucker hosts an abbreviated podcast episode this week to update everyone on what they can expect from the Portland Real Estate Podcast moving forward!  Please subscribe to our weekly podcast on iTunes …

In Episode 48, Tucker and Steve are back this week to discuss the Bend Market with Scott Besaw from Stellar Realty North West.  Tucker and Steve get Scott's insight on the Bend market, how its growing and what future …

In Episode 47, Tucker and Steve are back this week to discuss the Market Action Report for the month.  Tune in to find out what the numbers were and where they think the market is headed!  We hope you enjoy this …

In Episode 46, Joe Fustolo joins us for The Best of Masters in Real Estate for the Month of July!  We cover the Topics and Questions that got the …

In Episode 45, Tucker and Steve share some of the latest news in each of their businesses and then transition their thoughts on to this years Street of Dreams.  They then go into their on-site interview with Rick Waible …

In Episode 44, Tucker and Steve share some of the latest news and stories in each of their businesses.  They then transition into the main topic of the episode and welcome back Travis Olson from Directors Mortgage. …

In Episode 43, Tucker and Steve share some of the latest news and experiences in each of their businesses.  They then transition into the main topic of the episode and introduce Bill Ensley from Bear Printing in …

In Episode 42, Tucker and Steve start with sharing the latest news and stories in each of their businesses.  They then transition into the main topic of the episode where they discuss the current market conditions. …

In Episode 41, Joe Fustolo joins us this week to discuss the most popular questions from the Masters In Real Estate group for the month of June. …

In Episode 40, Tucker and Steve begin by sharing the latest news in each of their businesses.  They then transition into this weeks interview with Craig Black from Sotheby's International Realty & Craig Black …

In Episode 39, Tucker and Steve begin this weeks episode by sharing the latest news in each of their businesses.  They then transition into this weeks interview with Emile Bonfiglio from Luxury Home Magazine.  They …

In Episode 38, Tucker and Steve begin this weeks episode by sharing what the latest news is in each of their businesses.  They then transition into the market Recap and comment on a couple market related articles.  They …

In Episode 37, Tucker is joined by Joe Fustolo who is stepping in for Steve this week.  Tucker and Joe jump right into their interview with …

In Episode 36, Tucker and Steve jump right into their interview with Matt Elerding of HomeStreet Bank in Vancouver Washington.  Matt shares how he got into the lending business, why he moved to Vancouver and his …

In Episode 35, Tucker, Steve & Joe Fustolo jump right into The Best of Masters In Real Estate for the month.  They discuss and comment on some …

In Episode 34, Tucker and Steve begin the episode by discussing the latest news in each of their businesses.  They then move into their Interview with Rett Pratt from Lawyers Title.  Rett is the Manager of Land …

In Episode 33, Tucker and Steve start this episode by discussing the latest news in each of their businesses.  They then move into the MLS Market Action Report for April and discuss the latest numbers and why were …

In Episode 32, Tucker and Steve jump right into their interview with Randy Sebastian, who's the Founder and President of Renaissance Homes.  Randy shares how he started in home building, what the real estate market …

In Episode 31, Tucker, Steve & Joe Fustolo jump right into The Best of Masters In Real Estate for the month.  They discuss and comment on 4 great …

In Episode 30, Tucker and Steve begin the episode by discussing the latest news in each of their businesses.  They then jump into their interview with Jeff Haggart the owner of Haggart Luxury Homes.  Jeff is a high-end …

In Episode 29, Tucker and Steve begin the episode by discussing the latest news in each of their businesses.  They then jump into the MLS Market Action Report for the month and thoroughly cover the market and what …

In Episode 28, Tucker and Steve begin the episode by discussing the latest news in each of their businesses.  They then transition into their interview with Terry Sprague from Luxe Platinum Properties in Lake Oswego.  …

In Episode 27, Tucker and Steve start off with discussing the latest news in each of their businesses.  They then jump into their interview with Jeff Arthur from Arthur Mutal, a Portland based Real Estate Development …

In Episode 26, Tucker and Steve welcome Joe Fustolo back for this months "Best of Masters In Real Estate".  They jump right into the three biggest …

In Episode 25, Tucker and Steve share the latest news in their businesses and share some entertaining stories from in the trenches.  They then dive into two major city wide issues, the first being the price of Building …

In Episode 24, Tucker and Steve share the latest news in their businesses and share some entertaining stories from in the trenches.  They then introduce Jeff Waller who is a Senior Mortgage Specialist at Directors …

In Episode 23, Tucker and Steve share the latest news in their businesses and then roll right into the latest December MLS Market Action Report for …

In Episode 22, Tucker and Steve jump right into the latest news in their businesses as well as mention the latest local news about the mayors proposed flipping tax. They then introduce Gerard and Richard from Iron …

In Episode 21, Tucker and Steve are back for the first episode of the new year with Joe Fustolo, for the 'Best of Masters in Real Estate'.  They …

In Episode 20, Tucker and Steve start off by sharing the latest happenings in and around town and share the latest news with their businesses along with some entertaining stories.  They then transition into latest MLS …

In Episode 19, Tucker and Steve start off by sharing the latest happenings in and around town and share the latest news with their businesses along with some entertaining stories.  They then transition into the newest …

In Episode 18, Tucker and Steve start with some brief comments and then transition into the main topic about Owning Rentals in Portland.  They bring on Jerad Goughnour with Gateway Property Management and discuss all …

In Episode 17, Tucker and Steve jump right into a quick Market Recap with Joe Fustolo.  They then jump into the Main Topic which is Annoying things …

In Episode 16, Tucker and Steve jump right into the latest news with each of their businesses.  They then transition into the main topic of this episode where they discuss the 2016 HBA Housing Forecast that Tucker …

In Episode 15, Tucker and Steve jump right into the latest news with each of their businesses and comment on whats going on around Portland.  They then transition into the main topic of this episode and speak with Bruce …

In Episode 14, Tucker and Steve jump right into the latest news with each of their businesses.  They then transition into the main topic of this episode and speak with Ian Heimbegner with Veristone Mortgage about the …

In Episode 13, Tucker and Steve jump right into the latest MLS Market Action Report and give their thoughts on the numbers, the market trends they're seeing first hand and what they expect to see through the rest of the …

In Episode 12, Tucker and Steve jump right into the "Best of The Masters In Real Estate" with Joe Fustolo.  They cover three very hot and …

In Episode 11, Tucker and Steve share the latest news in their businesses and then get right into this weeks three main topics.  First they cover the latest Urban Growth Boundary news and comment on the potential areas …

In Episode 10, Tucker and Steve share the latest news in their businesses and then transition into the main topic where they give their opinions on …

In Episode 9, Tucker Merrihew and Steve Nassar get right into this weeks headlines and give their opinions on the mayors newly proposed tax for tearing down homes within the city of Portland.  This proposed tax is aimed …

In Episode 8, Tucker Merrihew and Steve Nassar get right into this weeks interview with Joe Fustolo, Owner of Soldera Properties and Founder of the …

In Episode 7, Tucker Merrihew and Steve Nassar comment on the labor day holiday and then share the latest news in their businesses .  They then …

In Episode 6, Tucker Merrihew and Steve Nassar share the latest news in their businesses and what they're currently seeing in the local real estate market.  They then transition into this weeks interview with Denise …

In Episode 5, Tucker Merrihew and Steve Nassar share the latest news in their businesses and then transition into their comments on the latest RMLS Market Action Report.  They discuss the real estate inventory numbers …

In Episode 4, Tucker Merrihew and Steve Nassar take you to this years Portland Street of Dreams Show in Lake Oswego.  They share their thoughts on …

In Episode 3, Tucker Merrihew of TTM Development Company and Steve Nassar of Premiere Property Group interview Travis Olson from Directors Mortgage.  Travis Olson is the Branch Manager and Senior Mortgage Specialist at …

In Episode 2, Tucker Merrihew of TTM Development Company and Steve Nassar of Premiere Property Group cover the latest RMLS Market Action Report for June and give their thoughts and forecasts in this episodes "State of …

In Episode 1, Tucker Merrihew of TTM Development Company and Steve Nassar of Premiere Property Group introduce "The Portland Real Estate Podcast".  They will be covering all things Portland Real Estate including Market …