October 12, 2020
AbodeU: How's the Market In Spokane, WA? | with Scott Wetzel, CEO/Owner Windermere Services Mountain West
This week, we take a trip over to the other side of the state to Spokane, Washington, to sit down with Scott...
August 13, 2019
AbodeU: Jessica Knicely Shares Her Secrets to Investing and Becoming an AirBnB Superhost
Are you looking at potentially dabbling in the AirBnB space? Or are you just interested in how AirBnB works? Abode broker and AirBnB Superhost Jessica Knicely tells us everything she knows about getting started in the business. Check out the AirBnB home we are speaking of here: @northtacomabungalow
Follow Jessica Knicely online:
Instagram:
@jessicaknicely
@theknicelygroup
@northtacomabungalow (AirBnB)
Jessica's Flip Project (Youtube)
October 7, 2020
AbodeU: Derrik Shockman Talks About How He Stays On Top of His Social Media
In this episode, we listen in on our AbodeLIVE! session on Instagram with Abode agent Derrik Shockman. Derrik talks about how he...
September 29, 2020
AbodeLife: State of Homelessness in Tacoma, How Can We Help? | Cristina Ross and Husband Jonathan Ross Share
Abode real estate agent Cristina Ross and husband Jonathan Ross (Development Director, L'Arche) talk in detail about how they met, and how...
September 21, 2020
AbodeU: Should I Sell My Home Even With an Election Looming? | Jordan Cain Weighs In
Many buyers and particularly sellers have been asking questions about selling during an election year, COVID pandemic, and a Civil Rights movement. ...
September 13, 2020
AbodeU: What About the Forbearance Market? | Sit Down with Ian Broadie
Welcome back to Season 4 of the insideABODE podcast! This summer has been extremely busy, and the Abode office has been in...
August 9, 2020
AbodeU: Tips and Tricks as a Realtor in This Crazy Summer | The Knicely Group Dishes on Strategy
The Knicely Group has taken off this Summer, as they have been really really buy serving their clients. What does 2-3 listings...
August 4, 2020
AbodeLife: From an Immigrant to an LA Roofing Business, and Everything Between | A Sit Down with Nigel Chiddick
This is a special episode where Dave gets to sit down with a childhood friend, Nigel Chiddick, as they talk about immigration...
July 28, 2020
AbodeLife: Racism in Real Estate and Local Politics... What Now? | 2nd Annual Windermere Abode-Team Diva Crossover Event
Last year, Team Diva (Capitol Hill, Seattle - Coldwell Banker Bain) traveled down to Windermere Abode to check out the office and...
July 19, 2020
AbodeU - How to Compete as a Buyer in Pierce Counties Summer Market | Derrik Shockman Provides Strategy
Are you a buyer that is planning on entering the housing market, or have been in the housing market, but haven't found...
July 19, 2020
AbodeU - How to Compete as a Buyer in the Pierce County Summer Market | Derrik Shockman Provides Strategy
Are you a buyer that is planning on entering the housing market, or have been in the housing market, but haven't found...
July 5, 2020
AbodeU - Buying a Home? Sit in on a Buyer's Forum co-hosted by LaTosha Thomas
In this episode, Realtor LaTosha Thomas co-hosts a live buyer’s forum with lender Marlyn Martinez, of American Pacific Mortgage. They also invite...
June 28, 2020
AbodeLife: Class of COVID 2020 | A Sit Down with Educators on the Impact of COVID on the Classroom
*This podcast was recorded prior to the OSPI announcement on what schools look like going into the 2020-21 school year* Now that...
June 15, 2020
AbodeU - Credit Repair Tips with Allison O'Hagan
CREDIT, CREDIT, CREDIT!!! Have you ever wondered what effect credit has on your ability to purchase a house? Allison O'Hagan hosts as...
June 7, 2020
A Reflection On the Times with Anne and Dave Jones
As the owners of Windermere Abode, our focus has always been to create a safe space for difficult conversations and different perspectives...
May 29, 2020
AbodeLife: Relocating to Tacoma | Cristina Ross Shares What You Should Know
Planning on relocating to Tacoma? Abode broker Cristina Ross shares her experience moving from Georgia to Tacoma. "How do I move?" "What...
May 5, 2020
AbodeLife | From Brooklyn to Tacoma - Diary of First Time Home Buyer Levon Williams
Levon Williams is from Crown Heights, Brooklyn. He is a first generation college graduate, and first generation home owner. He recently bought...
May 3, 2020
AbodeLife | A Fighting Chance... Inside the Mind of a Fighter | Former MMA Fighter and Coach Jamie Fletcher
What does Red Elm Cafe, mindset, fighting for sport, and 'the Kobe story' all have in common? They're all covered in this...
April 30, 2020
AbodeU | 5 Tips to Help You Prep Your Home to Sell with Jenny Wetzel
Are you thinking about selling your home? You may want to listen to this podcast for 5 tips that will help you...
April 28, 2020
AbodeLife | "Books (and a podcast) That Helped Me Through the Most Difficult Times In My Life" | Heidi Hurst
Looking for some books to read during this time? In this episode Heidi Hurst from the Heidi Hurst Team shares, some literature...
April 23, 2020
AbodeLife | Alison O'Hagan Shares Her Top 5 Hiking Trips In and Around Tacoma
Although Tacoma is the biggest city in Pierce County, it still boasts some great places to get outdoors with your families. In...
April 21, 2020
AbodeLife | Weathering the Storm in Difficult Times as a Realtor | Stephanie Spiro
Stephanie Spiro shares her experience going through the most recent recession and how she managed to stay in the business and thrive. ...
April 16, 2020
AbodeLife: The Knicely Group on Helping the Tacoma Rescue Mission During COVID-19
Ryan and Jessica Knicely sit down with Dave to talk about their role in the Tacoma Rescue Mission, how they keep in...
April 16, 2020
AbodeLife | The Knicely Group on Helping the Tacoma Rescue Mission During COVID-19
Ryan and Jessica Knicely sit down with Dave to talk about their role in the Tacoma Rescue Mission, how they keep in...
April 14, 2020
AbodeLife: 10K Step Challenge - Walking for Sanity with Derrik Shockman
Abode broker Derrik Shockman explains why he began his 10k Step Challenge on Instagram recently, and how it has improved both his...
April 14, 2020
AbodeLife | 10K Step Challenge: Walking for Sanity | Derrik Shockman
Abode broker Derrik Shockman explains why he began his 10k Step Challenge on Instagram recently, and how it has improved both his...
April 9, 2020
AbodeLife: How Has COVID-19 Impacted Our Food Banks? Melo Hogan Shares
The insideABODE Podcast is back after a little hiatus, as Abode has been focusing on operations and people in the community. Thank...
March 19, 2020
AbodeLife: Why You'll Never Be a Rapper - Former Artist Josh Lefkowitz On The Inspiration Behind His Podcast
Like everyone, we have been adjusting to the recent events... this podcast will hopefully break up your daily Coronavirus content intake! Earlier...
March 11, 2020
AbodeU: What is a VA Loan and How Do I Navigate Them?
The Duskin-Lane Team is back again with valuable information on VA Loans. Chris and George break down what it is, how do...
March 4, 2020
AbodeU: The Pre-Approval Process Explained by the Duskin-Lane Team
Are you currently in the market or looking at purchasing a home in the next year or two? This is a great...
March 1, 2020
Black History Reflection: Man of the Community Korey Strozier on Professional vs. Personal Dynamics While Emerging Professionally
Emerging professionally as a young black male is more nuanced than one may think. Man of the community Korey Strozier joins the...
February 29, 2020
Black History Month Reflection: Entertainer/Speaker/MC Xola Malik Reflects on Black History Month, and the State of Hiphop Today
As the series winds down, Cola Malik joins the podcast to reflect on Black History Month, the state of hiphop, and how...
February 28, 2020
Black History Month Reflection: Kevin Williams Sits Down to Talk Being Mixed and the Juvenile Justice System
Kevin Williams has lived in Tacoma 20 years and in that time has worked in the Juvenile Justice system... in this episode...
February 27, 2020
Black History Month Reflection: Mental Health, Opportunity and... a Little NBA Hoop with Tacoma Native Reynelda Solitaire
Reynelda Solitaire has put a lot of time in Boys & Girls Clubs, Tacoma Schools (as this was recorded she is serving...
February 26, 2020
Black History Month Reflection: Educator John Frazier on the Wealth Gap, Race in Education, and His Biggest Black History Month Inspiration
What happens when cousins Dave Jones and John Frazier get together? Be a fly on the wall on this one, as John...
February 25, 2020
Black History Month Reflection: Justina Johnson on Black History, Equity and Access in Tacoma Schools
Justina Johnson has served Tacoma Schools for 22 years in various capacities. We're honored to have a person with her level of...
February 24, 2020
Black History Month Reflection: Interdisciplinary Artist Barry Johnson Reflects on Culture, Black History Month
Interdisciplinary artist Barry Johnson is a man of many talents. We were fortunate enough to have him kick off our Black History...
February 19, 2020
AbodeU: Life with a Work Wife - Kylee Hill & Shelley Heck Talk Work Wifing, Sumner & Lake Tapps
In real estate, it can be easy to isolate yourself and think everyone is in competition with each other. What happens when...
February 17, 2020
How's the Market? February 2020 Update
This is a quick overview segment named 'How's the Market?' where we provide a monthly update on numbers and trends we have...
February 14, 2020
AbodeU: Love & Real Estate: The Knicelys and Duggans on Working Together as Married Couples
Working together with your spouse provides a set of challenges and Are you thinking about working with your significant other or currently...
February 11, 2020
AbodeLife: Have you Prepared a Will Yet For Your Family Members? Stephanie Spiro Talks About Her 'Wine and Wills' Event to Prep You!
In this episode we learn about one part of an 'adulting' series broker Stephanie Spiro hosts at the Windermere Abode office. The...
February 4, 2020
AbodeLife: Family Ties - Jordan Cain Dishes on Nerd-dom, Life, and Working with Family
Who exactly is Jordan Cain? Anne Jones takes over as host on this podcast, as she interviews Abode broker Jordan Cain, who...
January 30, 2020
AbodeU: Building A Community From Scratch - Heidi Hurst Team Talks About How To Build Community
Heidi Hurst and Tim McKeown of the Heidi Hurst Team sit down with Dave to talk about building a community and how...
January 21, 2020
AbodeU: The 2020 Market - The Lane/Duskin Team Pull Out Their Crystal Ball
As we enter 2020, there are a lot of factors that could impact the market, thus impact mortgages rates, housing equity, and...
January 15, 2020
AbodeU: What Are the New Trends in Design and Construction for 2020? Allison O'Hagan Shares
Welcome to the 2nd season of the insideABODE podcast! We have a ton of great content coming your way this year. Ready...
January 7, 2020
AbodeLife: Looking Forward to 2020 with Anne and Dave
Happy New Year! We're back from our end of year break to bring you more insideABODE podcasts... thank you for tuning in...
December 17, 2019
AbodeLife: A Sit Down with Anne and Dave Jones on Leadership
Shelley Heck keeps up with the Joneses, Anne and Dave, in this episode to ask them questions regarding leadership... the conversation ends...
December 10, 2019
AbodeLife: Where are the Women of Color in STEM? - a Sit Down with Janet Phan, Founder of Thriving Elements
Janet Phan is not one to sit still... upon entering the world of STEM, she quickly realized she was one of very few...
December 4, 2019
AbodeU: Authentic Community Engagement with Melo Hogan
How can you become involved with your community without a ton of awkward exchanges? Melo Hogan has the secret, as she give...
November 29, 2019
AbodeLife: Realities of Owning a Small Business in Tacoma... Inside the Mind of Nick Casanova
Are you looking to start a small business? Nick Casanova joins us again for a vulnerable, candid conversation on small business ownership...
November 26, 2019
AbodeU: Should You Move from Seattle to Tacoma? Nick Casanova Weighs In
Are you considering moving from Seattle to Tacoma? Why or why not? Nick Casanova lends us his perspective on moving from Seattle...
November 19, 2019
AbodeU: "I Went from Redfin to Windermere Abode" - Why Kelee Kjack Made the Change
Kelee Kjack joined Windermere Abode after her time as a showing agent for Redfin. Given the difference between the two business models...
November 12, 2019
AbodeU: A Viable Option to Living in King County is... Kitsap County?
Have you ever thought about living in Kitsap County? Take a listen to Ian Broadie explain why he feels Kitsap County can...
November 5, 2019
AbodeU: A Pierce County Luxury Market Exists? Sloan Hunter Breaks It Down
Pierce County may not be known to outsiders for it's luxury market, but a luxury market does exist! Premier Director Sloan Hunter...
October 31, 2019
AbodeU: 'What is Included in Closing Costs?' with Jordan Cain
Are you still unfamiliar with what is included in closing costs? We sit down with Abode broker Jordan Cain to talk about...
October 22, 2019
AbodeLife: Life After Cancer - Nate Henley Explains the Story Behind the Rachel Lynn Henley Foundation
Listen to the story of the Henley family, who lost their daughter/sister Rachel Lynn to synovial sarcoma; a malignant tumor that began...
October 15, 2019
AbodeU: Winning Multiple Offer Situations with Ryan Knicely
What happens when you want the same house as say... 5 other people and you all submit an offer? Ryan Knicely walks...
October 8, 2019
AbodeU: Help! Getting Started In Real Estate as a College Graduate - Reid Grimm
What would you tell a college graduate fresh out of college and entering real estate? Reid Grimm has answers... because he's living...
October 3, 2019
AbodeU: New NWMLS Rule Change... Talking Selling Office Commissions (SOC) with Stephanie Spiro and Sloan Hunter
Effective October 1st, the Northwest Multiple Listing Service made some rule changes regarding the selling office commission (SOC). The first rule allows...
October 2, 2019
AbodeLife: "My Experience at a Historically Black College... as a White Woman"
Tacoma native Katie Hunter is a graduate of the University of Washington, but spent time at Jackson, an HBCU (Historically Black Colleges...
September 24, 2019
AbodeLife: Quincy Henry aka 'QDot' on Starting a Coffee Business in Tacoma, and His Home Selling Experience
Quincy Henry in his past career/life was widely known as 'QDot,' an grammy nominated artist and youngest of five siblings. Listen to...
September 18, 2019
AbodeU: Home Inspection Tips With Michael Duggan
So you have found the house you love, submitted an offer, had your offer accepted, and now you're under contract. Congratulations! Now...
September 10, 2019
AbodeU: 4th quarter 2019 Market Update with George Lane (Guild Mortgage)
Want a breakdown of the market as a whole? Dave sits down with George Lane, from the Guild Mortgage Duskin and Lane...
September 4, 2019
AbodeLife: Introverts in Real Estate Unite! Michael Duggan on Being an Introvert in Real Estate
Abode broker Michael Duggan talks about his past and how he went through life as an introvert happening to land in extroverted...
August 26, 2019
AbodeU: The Top 5 Reasons to Use a Real Estate Agent with Ryan Knicely
Are you getting ready to either buy or sell a property, but trying to decide whether you're using an agent or not...
August 20, 2019
AbodeLife: Pregnancy, Work and Life Hacks - Jessica Knicely Shares Her Tips
Jessica Knicely is due in early September, and we're lucky to share her experience! If you are in your first trimester, second...
August 13, 2019
AbodeU: Jessica Knicely Shares Her Secrets to Investing and Becoming an AirBnB Superhost
Are you looking at potentially dabbling in the AirBnB space? Or are you just interested in how AirBnB works? Abode broker and...
August 6, 2019
AbodeLife: 'I Lost 5 Months Of My Life' - Tacoma Native Katie Hunter's Fierce Recovery from Brain Trauma
Tacoma native Katie Hunter discusses her recovery from a near-fatal car accident to now owning her own hair dressing business. Katie also...
July 31, 2019
AbodeU: Offer Accepted! What's Earnest Money? Kaitlyn Marty Explains
Congratulations! Your offer has been accepted and now you need to turn in the earnest money you and the seller agreed upon...
July 23, 2019
AbodeLife: Young, Black, and in Real Estate - Prince Alexander Shares His Experience
Dave Jones sits down with Abode broker Prince Alexander to talk about his experience entering into the field of real estate as...
July 17, 2019
AbodeU: Got Insurance? A Quick Primer on Insurance with Lily Bhatia
In this episode, Dave sits down with Lily Bhatia, Marketing Representative for Moreland Insurance. Lily breaks down what insurance is, and also...
July 11, 2019
AbodeLife: Being Gay in Tacoma - An Honest Discussion with Tacoma Native Marshall Samuela
2019 Tacoma PRIDE month runs July 9th through the 20th with many events taking place in downtown Tacoma... to celebrate this year...
July 9, 2019
AbodeU: Selling Your House in the 2nd Half of the Year? Sloan Hunter Lends Her Expertise
If you're one of many homeowners looking to sell your home in the 2nd half of the year, this is sit down...
July 5, 2019
AbodeLife: The Warped Tour to Real Estate - Pearl Nelson's Journey to Real Estate
In this episode of insideAbode, Dave sits down with Pearl Nelson. Pearl shares his history before real estate, in the Seattle coffee...
July 2, 2019
AbodeU: Top Tips on Buying a New Construction Home with Prince Alexander
Are you hunting for a new construction home? Abode broker Prince Alexander could save you some time in the next 15 minutes...
June 25, 2019
AbodeLife: Exploring PRIDE Month with Team Diva Real Estate + Taylor Swift Hot Takes?
Looking to be entertained? This episode features special guests Team Diva, a top producing real estate team in Seattle, breaking down what...
June 18, 2019
AbodeU: The Other Side of Tacoma Affordability - Jenny Wetzel Weighs In
Is Tacoma really unaffordable? Recently, Redfin published an article citing Tacoma as the 'Nations Hottest Market' this Spring based on median days...
June 12, 2019
AbodeLife: "I Worked For President Obama" - Devin Hampton's Crazy Journey into Politics and Energy
Want to hear a crazy story? Spend the next half hour listening to Devin Hampton's story; from dropping out of the University...
June 4, 2019
AbodeU: First Time Home Buyer? Kaitlyn Marty Provides Tips You Must Know
Are you looking to buy a home soon? Will this be the first time you will purchase a home? On this podcast...
May 27, 2019
AbodeU: How to Live for FREE?! 'House Hacking' with Ian Broadie
In this episode, Ian Broadie explains his mindset around 'living for free,' or 'House Hacking.' The most important question however is, is...
May 20, 2019
AbodeLife: Puyallup to LA - Music Producer Phinisey on Taking Risks, Mindset, and meeting Pharrell
In this episode, listen in as Dave caught up with music producer/song writer Phinisey at the Alma Mater recording studio. Phinisey talks...
May 13, 2019
AbodeU: Buyers Tips in Today's Market + ALL Things Tacoma with Melo Hogan
On this episode, we cover it all with Melo Hogan! From her transition to the United States from the Philippines, her love...
May 6, 2019
AbodeU: Are Millennials Buying Homes? Reid Grimm Shares Generational Trends Stats
In this episode, Abode broker Reid Grimm sits down with Dave to break down some interesting stats regarding Millennials and home buying...
May 1, 2019
AbodeU: Affordable Housing option in Tacoma? Sloan Hunter Sits Down with DADU Homes
With regulatory changes regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) and Detached Accessory Dwelling Units (DADU) taking effect May 1st, Tacoma has taken a...
April 26, 2019
AbodeLife: Shelley Heck Meets Her Sister for the First Time
What would you do if you had an adult sibling you did not even know existed? Abode broker Shelley Heck tells the...
April 26, 2019
AbodeLife: Shelley Heck Meets Her Sister for the First Time
What would you do if you had an adult sibling you did not even know existed? Abode broker Shelley Heck tells the...
April 23, 2019
AbodeLife: Fitness Prep for Summer? Derrik Shockman gives insight on his fitness mindset
Do you have challenges getting motivated to workout? Join the club... In this episode Dave Jones sits down with Abode broker Derrik...
April 18, 2019
AbodeU: What is a VA Loan? Vet Ryan Knicely explains
What is a VA Loan? How does it work? Ryan Knicely sits down with Dave Jones on this episode to break down...
April 4, 2019
AbodeU: Anne Jones taps the local realtor association
For realtors in Pierce County, this is a MUST listen! In this candid roundtable discussion, Anne Jones (@tacomajones) leads as Abode welcomes...
March 22, 2019
AbodeU: From Rock Band to Realtor - Michael Duggan on Jumping into Real Estate
Thinking about jumping into real estate? Jumping head first into real estate can be daunting and scary... listen to broker Michael Duggan...
March 5, 2019
AbodeU: How are you Building a Brand? Derrik Shockman tells all
Derrik Shockman joins insideABODE to talk about building your brand in the real estate space utilizing video, along with his favorite social...
March 5, 2019
AbodeLife: Ryan Knicely talks Race, Virginia and Ken Griffey Jr.
Ryan Knicely sits down with Dave to talk about where he's from (Virginia), and briefly unpack his thoughts on race after reading...
March 4, 2019
AbodeU: Deeper Dive into Fair Housing with Tina McLeod
Tina McLeod explains what Fair Housing Laws mean to her and shares about her experience as an investigator for two different government...
February 28, 2019
AbodeU: Nancy Chapin on Building a Long Term Business as Your Authentic Self
In this episode we sit down with Windermere Seattle-Mt Baker broker, Nancy Chapin, to talk about how she has utilized video to...
February 23, 2019
AbodeLife: Work/Life balance? Stephanie Spiro opens up about marriage, kids, and houses
Stephanie Spiro talks about juggling family life and realtor life while raising four children. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/windermereabode/message...
February 23, 2019
AbodeU: Stephanie Spiro on staging
Should you stage your home when selling it? Stephanie Spiro opens up about staging, and her philosophy when explaining the importance to...
February 20, 2019
AbodeU: What's Dual Agency? Sloan Hunter explains
Dual Agency can be tricky... Sloan Hunter explains dual agency and how it can impact a transaction. --- Send in a voice...
February 20, 2019
AbodeU: CMAs, good agent karma & Concerts with Shelley Heck
Shelley Heck explains her process for a CMA and shares a story about a super agent she had a cross sale with...
February 20, 2019
AbodeU: Earthquake Insurance? Ian Broadie explains his experience
Should you spring for earthquake insurance? Ian Broadie shares insight on the matter. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/windermereabode/message...
