Call the Closer with Lauren Risley Realty

Episode 93: No Landlord, No Excuses: Spring Homeowner Essentials

What should you actually be checking around your home this spring and what are most homeowners missing? We have our trusted home inspector, this breaks down the essential spring home maintenance checklist, from roof and gutters to foundation, drainage, HVAC and more.

Episode 92: No Landlord, No Excuses: Spring Homeowner Essentials

What should you actually be checking around your home this spring and what are most homeowners missing? We have our trusted home inspector, this breaks down the essential spring home maintenance checklist, from roof and gutters to foundation, drainage, HVAC and more. Beyond the checklist, there’s a bigger conversation: the reality of homeownership. Once you own a home, there’s no landlord to call every repair, maintenance item and unexpected issue falls on you. Knowing what to look for early can save thousands and protect your investment long term. If you’re a homeowner (or about to become one), this is the practical guidance you didn’t know you needed.

Episode 91: Are You Waiting Too Long to Buy? + Lender Hot Takes You Need to Hear

Should you keep renting or are you waiting too long to buy? When is the right time for YOU? And what are lenders really seeing behind the scenes right now? From interest rates and approvals to real buyer mistakes, this breaks down the truth about renting vs buying and how to make the right move in today’s market.

Episode 90: 2026 Real Estate Forecast + Should You Move or Improve?

With rising inventory, shifting negotiation power, and interest rates still impacting affordability, the housing market is changing fast. The “lock-in effect” is fading, and more people are making moves but that doesn’t mean it’s the right move for you. Key insights: •2026 housing market forecast •Interest rates and home price trends •Buyer vs seller leverage •Move vs renovate: how to decide •ROI on renovations vs buying If you’re trying to time the market or decide your next step, this gives you the clarity to move forward with confidence.

Episode 89: What Would a Lender Do? + The Truth About Downsizing

We put our lender, Jayson Hardie, on the spot in a fun game called “What Would a Lender Do?” where real life scenarios get real answers about financing, credit and lending decisions. Plus, we talk about the truth about downsizing. Is it really cheaper? Easier? Or does it come with unexpected costs and lifestyle changes many homeowners don’t anticipate?