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Straight talk with Rick and Meghan

Straight talk with Rick and Meghan

By: Rick & Meghan
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 Real Estate expert advice! With over 20 years of experience in Real Estate and Lending.. Meghan & Rick discuss hot topics, housing trends and share valuable insight on how to manage your real estate experience! Learn from the best! Tune in & take notes! Economics Personal Finance Politics & Government
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  • 🏡 STOP! Are You TRULY Pre-Approved?

    🏡 STOP! Are You TRULY Pre-Approved?
    Dec 19 2025

    🏡 STOP! Are You TRULY Pre-Approved?

    This week on the podcast, we're pulling back the curtain on the most confusing part of buying a house: the mortgage pre-approval. 😫

    A computer approval (AUS) is NOT the same as an Underwriter's approval, and that little detail can crush your dreams at closing!

    Rick and I discuss why accurate income data and PROPER financial planning before house hunting are non-negotiable. Don't wait until the last minute—listen now to ensure you're working with a pro who knows the difference! 👇

    Meghan Shigo, Realtor Century 21 Affiliated DRE 01243803

    #meghanshigo #straighttalkwithrickandmeghan #realtor #realestate #anaheim #downtownanaheim
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    8 mins
  • Want to pay LESS tax on your rental properties? 🚨

    Want to pay LESS tax on your rental properties? 🚨
    Dec 13 2025

    Full video on my YouTube!

    https://youtu.be/CTzChknzjJ4

    Want to pay LESS tax on your rental properties? 🚨

    The rules on depreciation, write-offs, and avoiding capital gains are confusing—but they can save (or cost!) you thousands. We just put a tax expert in the hot seat to answer the toughest questions.

    Here are the 3 must-know topics we covered:

    DEPRECIATION: How long should you hold a property to maximize your write-offs, and what is the recapture cost?

    THE EXPENSE SECRET: We break down the difference between a repair (instant write-off!) and an improvement (depreciated over years). Don't confuse the two!

    1031 LEGACY: The strict timelines to defer taxes + how "stepped-up basis" can wipe out taxes for your heirs.

    Tune in and make sure you're not making the biggest tax mistake that could jeopardize your next deal!

    Louie Vazquez III / 714-440-4839
    https://www.profitwealthtaxadvisors.com/

    Meghan Shigo, Realtor
    Century 21 Affiliated
    DRE 01243803

    #meghanshigo #taxes #realestate #realtor #homebuyingjourney #anaheim #downtownanaheim
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    37 mins
  • 28 Years. Thousands of Inspections. He knows the secrets.

    28 Years. Thousands of Inspections. He knows the secrets.
    Dec 6 2025
    Straight Talk with Rick and Meghan... And Shiloh! 28 Years. Thousands of Inspections. He knows the secrets. New Episode ALERT! We talked to Shiloh Cox of FYI Inspections about the biggest myth in home buying: that the inspection is scary. Shiloh says deal-breaking issues are RARE! Instead, the inspection is your chance to: Learn critical maintenance tips. Check the lifespan of your roof and HVAC. Ensure safety (like checking for GFCI outlets!). Buyers: You must attend your inspection! It's an education. Sellers: A pre-listing inspection can eliminate surprises Need an Expert? Contact Shiloh Cox and the team at FYI Inspections for your next home inspection. Shiloh Cox (909) 268-6808 / FYI.inspections@gmail.com YouTube: @Meghan Shigo Spotify: @ Straight Talk with Rick and Meghan iTunes: @ Straight Talk with Rick and Meghan Meghan Shigo, Realtor Century 21 Affiliated DRE 01243803 #meghanshigo #straighttalkwithrickandmeghan #homeinspection #homebuying #HomeSelling #HousingMarket #housing #realestate #realtor
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    27 mins
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