We test out how low we can go this time on Real Estate in the 608 as we talk basement remodeling with Katie Mooney City of Madison City of Madison Building Inspection Division. Ben, Asher, and Adam talk to Merle about what the rules are, and how you can get the most for your remodel money by maximizing your home’s square foot imprint.

Get advice on home fixes with the "Top Of The Hour Tip." Go in-depth with advice for buyers and sellers with the "Market Update”' from the Lauer Realty Group. Get the bigger picture of the economy as it relates to the national real estate market with Phil Plourd and Phil’s Phone-in that looks “Beyond the 608."  Episode 5.9 - September 2023.

The most cost effective way to add value and size to your house

This time on Real Estate in the 608 we speak to return guest Liz Lauer, owner of the Liz Lauer Realty Group in Madison. She provides keen insight on what’s happen with the Madison real estate market, how inflation takes tolls, and how it might affect your home buying and selling strategy. Liz joins In The 608 hosts Ben Anton and Adam Elliott where we also discuss which month tends to net the most expensive home sales. 

Get advice on home fixes during the pandemic with the "Top Of The Hour Tip". Go in depth with advice for buyers and sellers with the "Market Update”' from the Lauer Realty Group. Get the bigger picture of the economy as it relates to the national real estate market with Phil Plourd and Phil’s Phone-in that looks beyond the 608."  Episode 5.10 - October 2023.

The state of the Madison real estate market

This time on Real Estate in the 608 we speak to John Cobb with Saint Vincent dePaul in Madison. John gives us the behind the scenes look how St Vinnies operates, and supports the community. John joins In The 608 hosts Ben Anton, Asher Masino, and Adam Elliott where we also cover how St Vinnies might be a great answer to some of your home investments during the move in and move out. 

Get advice on home fixes during the pandemic with the "Top Of The Hour Tip". Go in depth with advice for buyers and sellers with the "Market Update”' from the Lauer Realty Group. Get the bigger picture of the economy as it relates to the national real estate market with Phil Plourd and Phil’s Phone-in that looks beyond the 608."  Episode 5.11 - November 2023.

Behind the scenes of St Vinnies

In The 608 hosts Ben Anton and Asher Masino wrap up 2023 by reviewing everything Real Estate in the 608 from the last year. That includes a peek back at the highest and lowest house and condo sales in addition to the the biggest and smallest house sales. Episode 5.12 - December 2023.

2023: The Year In Review

In The 608 hosts Ben Anton and Asher Masino kick off Season 6 of Real Estate In The 608 by answering the top questions people ask about their real estate agent. Hear what questions you can ask to make sure you’re getting the most for your money when you’re in the market for buying or selling a home. 

Get advice on quick home fixes with the "Top Of The Hour Tip." Hear what’s happening right now for buyers and sellers in the real estate market with the "Market Update” and get the bigger picture of the economy as it relates to the national real estate market with Phil Plourd and Phil’s Phone-in that looks beyond the 608."  Episode 6.1 - January 2024

Questions you should be asking your real estate agent

In The 608 hosts Ben Anton and Asher Masino share the top things that every first time homebuyer should know, and are joined by Jake Johnson, President of the Home Buyers Round Table. Jake helps connect homebuyers with all kinds of programs that help first time buyers  with education, counseling and support that put people  on a pathway to home ownership.

Get advice on quick home fixes with the "Top Of The Hour Tip." Hear what’s happening right now for buyers and sellers in the real estate market with the "Market Update” and get the bigger picture of the economy as it relates to the national real estate market with Phil Plourd and Phil’s Phone-in that looks beyond the 608."  Episode 6.2 - February 2024

Things every first time homebuyer should know

In The 608 hosts Ben Anton and Asher Masino are joined Patrick “Pappy” Johnson from Johnson Bank where they’ll help explain what the National Association of Realtors lawsuit means and how it might impact you. 

Get advice on quick home fixes with the "Top Of The Hour Tip." Hear what’s happening right now for buyers and sellers in the real estate market with the "Market Update” and get the bigger picture of the economy as it relates to the national real estate market with Phil Plourd and Phil’s Phone-in that looks beyond the 608."  Episode 6.3 - March 2024

What does the National Association of Realtors lawsuit mean to you?

In The 608 hosts Ben Anton and Asher Masino get the scoop on the new player in the ice cream game on Atwood Avenue. The new addition: the Sassy Scoop run by Madison eastsider Jele Magdalena. With a entrepreneurial spirit, Jele is less interested in the drama, and more interested in serving up some tasty treats for Madisonians heading down the bike path.

Get advice on quick home fixes with the "Top Of The Hour Tip." Hear what’s happening right now for buyers and sellers in the real estate market with the Market Update. Episode 6.5 - May  2024

The new scoop on Atwood Avenue ice cream

In The 608 hosts Ben Anton and Asher Masino are joined by longtime podcast contributor Phil Plourd. Phil has delivered his segment “Beyond the 608” providing the bigger picture of the economy as it relates to the national real estate market for years.

Get advice on private mortgage insurace with the "Top Of The Hour Tip." Hear what’s happening right now for buyers and sellers in the real estate market with the Market Update. Episode 6.6 - June 2024

Going beyond with Phil Plourd

In The 608 hosts Ben Anton and Asher Masino ponder the question: how do you literally move a house in Madison? They speak to developer Brandon Cook, the person behind a viral summer sensation that captured a multiple story building slowly moving down the streets of Madison.

Get advice on keeping your home dry during the rainy season with the "Top Of The Hour Tip" and hear what’s happening right now for buyers and sellers in the real estate market with the Market Update. Episode 6.7 - June 2024

How to (literally) move a house

Real Estate in the 608 is an interview driven podcast, book-ended  with reoccurring features. We will dig deeper in to all aspects of Madison home and rental property ownership. Guests will include partners from financing to plumbing, carpeting to drywall, even other agents/brokers.

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