Real People, Real Life and
Everything in Between!

OUR GUEST THIS WEEK IS: Pete Heim, Realtor 


One in three buyers may be teaming up to buy a home, and that single stat raises a huge question: is co-buying the future of homeownership, or a shortcut that can blow up later? We dig into what co-buying actually means (non-married co-borrowers, friends, relatives, and partners), why it’s rising, and how it can turn rent money into a real estate investment when affordability is tight and inventory is thin.

We also zoom out to what the 2026 housing market looks like beyond the headlines. We talk through National Association of Realtors data on home prices across metro areas, why interest rate shifts ripple through demand, and how the Northeast continues to surprise with pockets that stay competitive. Then we get specific about what we’re seeing in places like Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Maryland: new construction popping up, retirees rethinking where they land, and the real draw of lower taxes and no sales tax.

From there, we move into practical buyer strategy. We explain why a fully underwritten approval can beat a basic pre-approval, how offering a short post-settlement occupancy to the seller can make a financed offer feel less stressful, and why targeting listings that have been sitting for 20+ days can be a smarter path than chasing the hottest house on day one. We also unpack the wild equity story: homeowners are sitting on about $11 trillion in tappable home equity, and only a small slice has been accessed, which helps explain how some buyers compete like cash.

If you want a clearer read on housing inventory, co-buying risk, cash buyer pressure, and real tactics that can win in a competitive market, hit play. Subscribe, share this with a friend who’s trying to buy, and leave us a review with your biggest homebuying question.


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Welcome to The Brad Weisman Show, where we dive into the world of real people, real life, and everything in between with your host, Brad Weisman! 🎙️ Join us for candid conversations, laughter, and a fresh take on the real world. Get ready to explore the ups and downs of life with a side of humor. From property to personality, we've got it all covered. Tune in, laugh along, and let's get real! 🏡🌟 #TheBradWeismanShow #RealPeopleRealLife 

Credits - The music for my podcast was written and performed by Jeff Miller. 

Purchasing property with a coworker or friend can be an entry point to homeownership, but the commitment is significant. KCM recommends a written contract to navigate this complex decision. #RealEstate #Partnership #HomeOwnership #InvestmentTips

Want to be a better parent?

Start by being a better partner.

One of the strongest things your kids can witness is a healthy marriage. The way you love your spouse becomes the blueprint they carry into their own relationships.

Your son is learning how to love.
Your daughter is learning what love should feel like.

That’s why your marriage matters more than most people realize!


Listen to the full episode with @dadnationco wherever you get your pods.

#marriageadvice #parentingtips #fatherhood #familyfirst #podcastclips

Master the market: Discover hidden gems in undervalued properties. Understand dynamics across price points and leverage rising FHA loan limits for your next big investment. #RealEstateInvesting #PropertyTips #InvestmentStrategy #FHALoans

Lenders may not grant full pre-approvals to save time. Understanding the nuances of lender commitment is key to a smoother home-buying process. Know your options. #LenderApprovals #HomeBuyingTips #MortgageProcess #RealEstate

HOLY COW... @peter_heim_realtor is back in the #tbws studio for more abuse... I mean another episode!! 🙂

Real Estate-ish talk about the national and local markets!

Also 3 BUYER HACKS on getting a home in today's TOUGH Competitive Market!! This Thursday at 7pm!!

Not all loan approvals are equal. Get the top choice by ensuring your documents are pre-approved and come from trusted, local lenders. It's about client choice, but informed advice makes all the difference. #LoanApproval #FinanceTips #Lending #RealEstate

OUR GUEST THIS WEEK IS: Pete Heim, Realtor

One in three buyers may be teaming up to buy a home, and that single stat raises a huge question: is co-buying the future of homeownership, or a shortcut that can blow up later? We dig into what co-buying actually means (non-married co-borrowers, friends, relatives, and partners), why it’s rising, and how it can turn rent money into a real estate investment when affordability is tight and inventory is thin.

We also zoom out to what the 2026 housing market looks like beyond the headlines. We talk through National Association of Realtors data on home prices across metro areas, why interest rate shifts ripple through demand, and how the Northeast continues to surprise with pockets that stay competitive. Then we get specific about what we’re seeing in places like Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Maryland: new construction popping up, retirees rethinking where they land, and the real draw of lower taxes and no sales tax.

From there, we move into practical buyer strategy. We explain why a fully underwritten approval can beat a basic pre-approval, how offering a short post-settlement occupancy to the seller can make a financed offer feel less stressful, and why targeting listings that have been sitting for 20+ days can be a smarter path than chasing the hottest house on day one. We also unpack the wild equity story: homeowners are sitting on about $11 trillion in tappable home equity, and only a small slice has been accessed, which helps explain how some buyers compete like cash.

If you want a clearer read on housing inventory, co-buying risk, cash buyer pressure, and real tactics that can win in a competitive market, hit play. Subscribe, share this with a friend who’s trying to buy, and leave us a review with your biggest homebuying question.

Most men don’t just want to feel loved.

@dadnationco says they want to feel respected.

That one shift changes everything.

A lot of men feel appreciated at work… but unseen at home.

And for many husbands, hearing “I respect you” lands even deeper than “I love you.”

Respect tells a man he’s trusted. Capable. Seen for what he carries every day.

Listen to the full episode now wherever you get your pods!

#marriageadvice #relationshiptips #fatherhood #mensmindset #podcastclips

Negotiating post-settlement occupancy? This tactic can sway deals, allowing buyers to stay 30-60 days rent-free. A huge advantage, especially for older sellers. Be mindful of lender preferences, though. #RealEstateDeals #NegotiationTactics #SellerTips #BuyerTips #HomeOwnership

Unlock buyer power in the Northeast. Understand the critical difference between preapproval and full underwriting. Discover why fully underwritten approvals offer superior verification and a stronger offer. #RealEstateTips #HomeBuyer #NortheastRealEstate #MortgageTips

A family drives home from a swim meet thinking about Christmas plans and seconds later everything is unrecognizable. Our guest, John Ulsh, walks us through the head-on collision that nearly killed him and his entire family, the other driver’s death, and the recovery that followed: massive internal injuries, an induced coma, a nursing home stay, paralysis, and a long list of surgeries that kept coming for years.

We also talk about the parts people don’t see when they hear a “survival story” headline: survivor’s guilt, chronic pain, the loneliness of nighttime in a facility, and the moment hope feels like it disappears. John shares a near-death experience he still can’t fully explain, then gets painfully honest about what finally helped him move forward, including a simple reason he could actually believe and a willingness to rebuild his identity instead of chasing his old life.

One of the biggest pivots comes when his daughter tells him she misses her “old daddy.” That pushes John to take ownership of his rehab, find a new kind of training, and learn a powerful mindset shift: there is pain you can’t control and pain you can control, and controlled pain can become progress. From there, we get into resilience, self-advocacy in healthcare, why he’s fired doctors, how he built a personal “board of directors,” and the lessons behind his book The Upside of Down: A Survivor’s Guide to Turning Setbacks into Success.

If you care about overcoming adversity, trauma recovery, chronic pain mindset, resilience training, and turning setbacks into fuel, you’ll get a lot out of this conversation. Subscribe, share this with someone who needs it, and leave a review with the biggest takeaway you’re applying this week.

Surviving The Unthinkable with John Ulsh

A family drives home from a swim meet thinking about Christmas plans and seconds later everything is unrecognizable. Our guest, John Ulsh, (https://www.instagram.com/direct/t/110004920393930/) walks us through the head-on collision that nearly killed him and his entire family, the other driver’s death, and the recovery that followed: massive internal injuries, an induced coma, a nursing home stay, paralysis, and a long list of surgeries that kept coming for years.

We also talk about the parts people don’t see when they hear a “survival story” headline: survivor’s guilt, chronic pain, the loneliness of nighttime in a facility, and the moment hope feels like it disappears. John shares a near-death experience he still can’t fully explain, then gets painfully honest about what finally helped him move forward, including a simple reason he could actually believe and a willingness to rebuild his identity instead of chasing his old life.

One of the biggest pivots comes when his daughter tells him she misses her “old daddy.” That pushes John to take ownership of his rehab, find a new kind of training, and learn a powerful mindset shift: there is pain you can’t control and pain you can control, and controlled pain can become progress. From there, we get into resilience, self-advocacy in healthcare, why he’s fired doctors, how he built a personal “board of directors,” and the lessons behind his book The Upside of Down: A Survivor’s Guide to Turning Setbacks into Success. (https://www.amazon.com/Upside-Down-Survivors-Turning-Setbacks/dp/1637634714)

If you care about overcoming adversity, trauma recovery, chronic pain mindset, resilience training, and turning setbacks into fuel, you’ll get a lot out of this conversation. Subscribe, share this with someone who needs it, and leave a review with the biggest takeaway you’re applying this week.


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Welcome to The Brad Weisman Show, where we dive into the world of real people, real life, and everything in between with your host, Brad Weisman! 🎙️ Join us for candid conversations, laughter, and a fresh take on the real world. Get ready to explore the ups and downs of life with a side of humor. From property to personality, we've got it all covered. Tune in, laugh along, and let's get real! 🏡🌟 #TheBradWeismanShow #RealPeopleRealLife 

Credits - The music for my podcast was written and performed by Jeff Miller. 

#resilience #motivation #personalgrowth #mindset #inspiration #overcomingadversity #selfimprovement #mentalstrength #lifechanging #growthmindset #leadership #successmindset #humanstrength #storytelling #podcast

Learn how to turn adversity into your greatest asset. Discover the power of falling in love with the process, just like top athletes and inspiring individuals with Down syndrome. Turn your setbacks into fuel for unstoppable progress. #SetbacksToSuccess #Process #Motivation #Mindset #Resilience

Facing 14 surgeries and a hole in her heart, doctors revealed a shocking truth: she shouldn't have survived. A story of resilience against impossible odds. #Resilience #MedicalMiracle #SurvivalStory #OvercomingAdversity

@dadnationco says the way you love your wife teaches your daughter what love should feel like.


That’s the standard she’ll grow up to accept.

The way you speak to her and show her what respect looks like will shape what she looks for later in life.


As dads, we’re not just raising daughters. We’re teaching them what they deserve!


This clip is a powerful reminder that your presence, your words, and your example are setting the tone for her future relationships.

Listen to the full episode now wherever you get your pods.


#dadlife #parentingadvice #fatherhood #relationshiptips #podcastclips

Ever felt hesitant about medical advice? Hear personal stories of defying doctor's orders and the journey to find specialists open to unique treatment paths. Your health, your questions. #MedicalAdvice #Healthcare #PatientEmpowerment #HealthJourney

Surviving a 125 mph head-on crash with a child crawling to say "Daddy don't die." The unimaginable aftermath and the resilience of a family. #CarAccident #SurvivalStory #Miracle #Resilience #Family