Creating Our Own Narrative: Suzanne and Sarah’s Real Estate Investing Podcast

Podcast Epidsode 5: Riding the Waves of Real Estate: Deals, Lessons & Market Insights

Episode 5: Navigating Real Estate Waves – Market Updates, Investment Stories & Personal Transitions
🎙️ Suzanne & Sarah Real Estate Investing Podcast
Episode Highlights:
✅ The market’s ups and downs in January and how we’re seeing buyer activity shift✅ A real estate deal gone sideways due to a divorce situation—what we learned✅ Why asking the right questions upfront can prevent last-minute seller cold feet✅ A deep dive into a recent deal using a DSCR loan and how relationships saved it✅ The surprising differences between buying in Oregon vs. California✅ How co-investing with family or friends can be a powerful wealth-building tool✅ Why patience is key for buyers right now—some properties are still sitting longer than expected✅ Sarah’s personal real estate update: selling eight doors and closing a new investment✅ The importance of partnerships, both in business and real estate transactions✅ Lessons learned from navigating big personal and professional transitions
📍 Resources Mentioned:
🔗 Watch our YouTube video on selling during a divorce🔗 Join our real estate investing meetups: real estate investing meetups🔗 Connect with us on Instagram: @bestlifebend + @suzanerosemoore🔗 Visit Central Oregon Investor Network
Episode Summary:
In this episode, Suzanne and Sarah host their first in-person podcast together, tackling real estate market updates, investment experiences, and personal transitions post-holidays. They provide insights into fluctuating market activity, the challenges and opportunities in real estate, and stories from their own property dealings—including a long-idle listing, negotiating during divorces, and the benefits of patience.
They also share personal growth reflections, client interactions, and lessons learned from both successful and challenging investments. Throughout the episode, they emphasize the importance of relationships and trust in the real estate industry.
⏳ Episode Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome Back!01:00 Real Estate Market Update02:00 Navigating Real Estate Deals03:12 Challenges in Divorce Sales07:12 Client Success Stories14:01 Investment Strategies and Updates20:19 Personal Reflections and Lessons25:29 Riding the Waves of Real Estate
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Podcast Episode 4: Insights on Early Year Market Dynamics

Real Estate Insights: Market Trends, Investment Challenges, and Tenant Relations
 
In this episode of the Suzanne and Sarah Real Estate Podcast, the hosts discuss the unexpectedly heated real estate market in Bend, Oregon, despite it being only mid-January. They highlight multiple offer situations and the importance of correctly pricing homes. Sarah shares personal stories about her investment challenges, including a delay in closing on a property and listing fourplexes for sale by owner. Suzanne speaks about successfully negotiating with long-term tenants on lease extensions. They emphasize the value of having the right team and maintaining strong communication and support within their partnership. The episode concludes with their commitment to refining business systems, preparing for the upcoming busy season, and inviting feedback from their listeners.
 
00:00 Welcome to the Suzanne and Sarah Real Estate Podcast
00:25 Market Heating Up: January Real Estate Trends
02:48 Challenges and Strategies in Multiple Offer Situations
05:07 Sarah's Investment Journey: A Week of Highs and Lows
08:41 Lessons from Real Estate Investments
13:13 Supporting Each Other in Real Estate
14:56 Looking Ahead: Future Plans and Goals
20:11 Conclusion and Listener Engagement

Podcast Episode 3: From Vision to Reality : Navigating Central Oregon's Real Estate Market

Spotlight on Suzanne and Sarah: The Real Estate Journey in Central Oregon
 
In episode three of the Suzanne and Sarah podcast, Suzanne and Sarah delve into what makes their real estate services unique in Bend, Oregon. They discuss the high number of realtors in their area and what sets them apart, primarily focusing on helping clients, especially investors, achieve freedom through real estate investments. They offer full-service real estate assistance, guiding buyers and sellers through processes such as professional marketing, deal analysis, and personalized plans. Suzanne and Sarah emphasize their expertise in connecting clients with valuable resources and highlight their commitment to building a supportive real estate community. They share success stories of helping clients meet ambitious investment goals, navigate city bureaucracy, and creatively finance properties. Their authenticity, proactive communication, and dedication to client satisfaction shine through in this episode, making a compelling case for why listeners should tune in and consider working with them.
 
00:00 Welcome to Episode Three!
01:00 What Sets Us Apart in Real Estate
01:47 Our Full-Service Real Estate Team
03:20 Connecting Buyers and Sellers
04:32 Professional Systems and Client Prioritization
06:22 Helping Investors with Deal Analysis
07:27 Understanding the Central Oregon Market
12:43 Success Stories and Client Examples
18:32 The Value of Working with Us
30:08 Creative Financing Solutions
33:53 Negotiation Strategies
35:55 Why You Should Keep Listening
38:29 Building a Successful Real Estate Business
40:44 Conclusion and Feedback

Podcast Episode 2: From Instagram DMs to Business Partners: Suzanne and Sarah's Journey

In this episode, Suzanne + Sarah recount how they met and developed a successful working relationship. They first connected over Instagram in October 2021, initially bonding over their mutual admiration for each other's professional content and ambitious goals. Their relationship grew out of shared values, efficient communication, and a mutual desire to help others in the investment real estate space. They discuss the dynamics of their partnership, how they handle business roles, and their communication styles. The hosts emphasize the importance of trust, compatibility, and alignment in goals. They also reflect on the challenges they faced, including navigating a transition between brokerages and balancing personal and professional lives. Looking ahead, they aspire to grow their team thoughtfully while maintaining the special dynamic they’ve built.

Podcast Episode 1: 2 Perspectives, 1 Passion: Building Wealth in Real Estate

Episode 1: Meet Suzanne and Sarah - Our Real Estate Journey
In their inaugural podcast episode, Suzanne Moore and Sarah Willis introduce themselves and discuss their journeys into real estate. Suzanne shares her transition from a corporate marketing job to becoming a successful real estate investor and broker in Oregon. Sarah talks about her shift from being a commercial organic farmer to obtaining her real estate license and quickly diving into the industry. They discuss the challenges they faced, the importance of mentorship, and how they met and formed a successful partnership. The episode is focused on helping aspiring real estate agents and investors understand the importance of clear goals, discipline, and the right mindset for achieving success in this field.
00:00 Welcome to Our First Podcast Episode!
00:31 Meet Suzanne: From Corporate to Real Estate
02:48 Meet Sarah: From Farming to Real Estate
08:04 Early Challenges and Overcoming Doubts
12:50 The Power of Mentorship and Coaching
16:19 How We Met and Became a Team
21:20 Why We Love Real Estate and Bend, Oregon
32:42 Our Client Base and Demographics
34:56 Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts