Real Estate Jerky
by Ed Parcaut
Builders Cut Prices, USDA Loans and California Retirement Towns |…
About this podcast
Ed Parcaut, MBA, President, Lending for Living brings over 25 years experience in the real estate and mortgage industry to live radio at Powertalk 1360 AM KFIV, Saturday’s at 12noon. Ed provides reliable, professional answers to all your real estate questions along with uniquely humorous life experiences, stories and FUN! You’re sure to come away with “something to chew on” from Real Estate Jerky.
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Episodes
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- Builders Cut Prices, USDA Loans and California Retirement Towns | Real Estate Jerky Radio, Oct 31, 2026 · 44 minBuilders are leaning on incentives and price cuts to move new homes. Ed Parcaut and Michael Kelly break down what that means if you are shopping for a new build, why you should…
- Buyers Gaining Leverage: Price Cuts, Pending Sales and New-Build Inspections · 44 minEd Parcaut and Mike Kelly talk about why this is a unique market for buyers: more price cuts, pending home sales at a low, and sellers who are willing to listen to offers. Plus…
- Real Estate Jerky Breaks Down Inventory, FAIR Plan Changes and Renter Buying Barriers · 44 minEd Parcaut and RE/MAX Executive realtor Mike Kelly break down this week's real estate market on Real Estate Jerky, on Power Talk 1360 KFIV and iHeartMedia. In this episode: •…
- New Homes Are Cheaper Than Resale in Today's Builder Market · 47 minEd Parcaut and Mike Kelly cover CLUE reports, water claims, low-loan qualified mortgage issues, national inventory, California and Stanislaus County housing numbers, Proposition…
- Water Claims Can Follow a Property Longer Than Sellers Expect · 43 minEd Parcaut and Mike Kelly cover national inventory, seller price reductions, California and Stanislaus County housing numbers, CLUE reports, water claims, VA buyer strategy…
- Ed Parcaut Explains Why Mortgage Lates Can Crush Buyer Approval · 44 minEd Parcaut and Mike Kelly cover national housing inventory, price reductions, mortgage-rate pressure, FICO versus VantageScore, mortgage late payments, California and Stanislaus…
- Real Estate Jerky Explains Why $70K Income No Longer Buys $500K Easily · 43 minEd Parcaut and Mike Kelly cover national housing inventory, price reductions, mortgage affordability, FICO versus VantageScore, California and Stanislaus County real estate…
- Builder Incentives Reveal the Real Pressure in New Construction · 44 minEd Parcaut and Mike Kelly cover AI in business, national housing inventory, price reductions, California and Stanislaus County real estate numbers, builder incentives, San…
- Homeowners Stay Put as Rates Keep Remodeling Demand Alive · 44 minEd Parcaut and Mike Kelly cover as-is pricing, seller repairs, rate-lock extension costs, national inventory, price reductions, California and Stanislaus County housing supply…
- Millennial Homeownership Surges Across California and Major U.S. Cities · 47 minEd Parcaut and Mike Kelly cover falling national inventory, rising price reductions, record homeowner equity, FHA and VA mortgage distress, assumable VA loans, self-employed…
- Why Buyers Should Negotiate Now Before Mortgage Rates Drop · 44 minEd Parcaut and Mike Kelly cover VA buyer strategy, FHA and CalHFA loan concerns, closing-cost negotiations, seller credits, 1-0 temporary buydowns, national housing inventory…
- Homeownership Rates Show Why Younger Buyers Need a Plan · 44 minEd Parcaut and Mike Kelly cover national housing inventory, price reductions, pre-qualification versus pre-approval, California housing data, Stanislaus County real estate…
- How Temporary Buydowns Can Help Buyers Beat Payment Shock · 43 minEd Parcaut and Mike Kelly break down pending home sales, housing starts, builder confidence, foreclosure headlines, California listings, mortgage buydowns, and buyer…
- Fourth of July Real Estate Talk With Ed Parcaut and Mike Kelly · 48 minHappy Fourth of July from Real Estate Jerky. In this episode, Ed Parcaut and Mike Kelly return after a short break to talk about the latest housing market numbers, national…
- Can a Reverse Mortgage Help Pay for Major Home Repairs? · 44 minIs housing inventory finally rising enough to create a crash, or are the headlines missing the real story? In this episode of Real Estate Jerky, Ed Parcaut and Mike Kelly break…
- Veteran Home Repair Options and the Reverse Mortgage Solution · 44 minNational housing inventory continues to rise, but does that mean the market is moving toward another crash? In this episode of Real Estate Jerky, Ed Parcaut and Mike Kelly…
- Housing Bubble Fears Versus Real Inventory Numbers · 44 minIn this episode of Real Estate Jerky, Ed Parcaut and Mike Kelly dig into the real numbers behind today's housing market and explain why current inventory levels do not look like…
- Why Rising Inventory Could Give Serious Buyers Their Best Opening Yet · 44 minIn this episode of Real Estate Jerky Daily, Ed Parcaut and Mike Kelly break down a market that is giving buyers more breathing room than they have seen in a while. National…
- Builders Lean Toward Multifamily as Rates Rise and Buyers Feel More Pressure · 43 minIn this episode of Real Estate Jerky Daily, Ed Parcaut and Mike Kelly break down a rougher day for mortgage pricing as peace talks lose momentum and market nerves rise again…
- Stanislaus County Activity Holds Up as Inflation and Oil Keep Buyers on Edge · 44 minIn this episode of Real Estate Jerky, Ed Parcaut and Mike Kelly break down rising national inventory, hotter-than-expected inflation, and why California still does not feel like…
- Why Sellers Need to Price Right as Inventory Rises Across the Market · 44 minIn this episode of Real Estate Jerky, Ed Parcaut and Mike Kelly break down rising housing inventory, seller pricing pressure, and why strategy matters more when listings start to…
- Why Sellers Still Need to Price It Right as Inventory Climbs Nationwide · 46 minIn this episode of Real Estate Jerky, Ed Parcaut and Mike Kelly break down a sharp jump in national housing inventory, a rise in price reductions, and why sellers still need to…
- Housing Inventory Grows While California Demand Keeps the Market Tight · 43 minIn this episode of Real Estate Jerky, Ed Parcaut and Mike Kelly break down rising national housing inventory, stronger mortgage application activity, and why California still…
- California Housing Market Pressure and the Search for Better Buyer Markets · 44 minIn this episode of Real Estate Jerky, Ed Parcaut and Mike Kelly break down national, state, and local housing inventory, mortgage application trends, and the widening gap between…
- Housing Trends, Fraudulent Practices, and Real Estate Insights for Buyers in California · 44 minGet expert insight on the latest real estate trends with Ed Parcaut, MBA, veteran, and president of Lending for Living. Each week, Ed Parcaut teams up with Mike Kelly, REMAX…
- Interest Rates, Supply Shortages, and What Buyers Need to Know in 2026 · 44 minGet the latest insight into real estate, housing trends, and community issues each week with hosts Ed Parcaut, MBA veteran and president of Lending for Living, and Mike Kelly…
- Real Estate Jerky Discusses Reverse Mortgage Risks and Probate Sales in California · 43 minWelcome to Real Estate Jerky, hosted by Ed Parcaut—MBA, veteran, and president of Lending for Living. Broadcasting from Modesto, California, each episode dives deep into the…
- Housing Inventory, Foreclosures, and VA Assumable Loans in California's 2026 Market · 44 minIn this episode of Real Estate Jerky, Ed Parcaut and Mike Kelly break down the ongoing housing inventory shortage in California, rising foreclosure headlines, and why those two…
- California Inventory Drops Again, Reverse Mortgages, and Rising Rate Pressure · 44 minIn this episode of Real Estate Jerky, Ed Parcaut and Mike Kelly break down another week of housing inventory changes, California market conditions, and the growing conversation…
- Why Homebuyers Face Bidding Wars in a Tight California Real Estate Market · 44 minJoin real estate expert Ed Parcaut, MBA, veteran, and president of Lending for Living, alongside seasoned RE/MAX Executive Realtor Mike Kelly, for an insightful, dynamic look…
- Real Estate Wealth Building: Strategies for 1031 Exchanges and Smart Property Moves · 41 minWelcome to Real Estate Jerky, your go-to show for all things real estate in California's Central Valley and beyond. Hosted by Ed Parcaut—veteran, MBA, and president of Lending…
- Understanding Housing Inventory Shortages in California and Nationwide This Year · 44 minOn this episode of Real Estate Jerky, host Ed Parcaut (MBA, veteran, and president of Lending for Living) teams up with RE/MAX Executive Realtor Mike Kelly to bring you the…
- AI and the Future of Real Estate: Insights from Ed Parcaut and Mike Kelly · 43 minReal Estate Jerky is your go-to podcast for a fresh take on the housing market and local community insight, hosted by Ed Parcaut, MBA, veteran, and president of Lending for…
- How Deferred Maintenance Affects Home Sales and Reverse Mortgages · 44 minIn this episode, host Ed Parcaut is joined by Mike Kelly, Realtor at ReMax Executive, for a lively, transparent discussion on today's real estate market in California and across…
- Super Bowl, Taxes, and Housing How Local Events and Laws Impact Home Buyers · 43 minBroadcasting from the Smokehouse studio in Modesto, your expert hosts break down why inventory is tight nationwide, the real story behind California's dropping home listings, and…
- How Low Housing Inventory Impacts Homebuyers and Sellers in California · 44 minJoin Ed Parcaut, MBA veteran and president of Lending for Living, broadcasting straight from the heart of Modesto alongside seasoned ReMax executive realtor Mike Kelly. In this…
- Impact of AI and Technology Trends on Real Estate and Middle Management Jobs · 43 minJoin Ed Parcaut, MBA, veteran, and president of Lending for Living, as he returns to the Real Estate Jerky studio alongside Mike Kelly, ReMax executive realtor. In this lively…
- Discover Key Insights on VA Loans and Market Trends with Ed Parcaut and Mike Kelly · 45 minKick off the holiday season with Ed Parcaut, MBA veteran and president of Lending for Living, and Mike Kelly, REMAX executive realtor, in this special "Best Of" episode recorded…
- Real Estate Jerky: December Market Trends, Foreclosures, and California's Housing Shortage · 44 minJoin host Ed Parcaut, MBA, veteran, and president of Lending for Living, as he teams up with local REMAX Realtor Mike Kelly to deliver expert insights and the latest updates on…
- Housing Affordability, Government Programs, and the Real Impact on California Homebuyers · 43 minWelcome to Real Estate Jerky with hosts Ed Parcaut and Mike Kelly, broadcasting from Modesto and powered by iHeartMedia and KFIV. Each week, we bring you the freshest updates and…
- Will Interest Rates Drop Soon? Real Estate Predictions and Practical Advice for Homeowners · 44 minJoin host Ed Parcaut, MBA veteran and president of Lending for Living, alongside guest Manju Aggarwal, as they break down the latest updates in the real estate market from their…
- Is Now the Right Time to Buy a Home in Modesto? Expert Market Breakdown · 44 minWelcome to Real Estate Jerky, where host Ed Parcaut, MBA veteran and president of Lending for Living, gives you something to chew on with insider updates and practical advice…
- Exploring California’s Housing Crisis Inventory Challenges, Rising Rates, and Buyer Opportunities · 44 minJoin hosts Ed Parcaut (MBA, veteran, and president of Lending for Living) and Mike Kelly (REMAX Executive Realtor) as they dig into the latest news, numbers, and stories shaping…
- How Changing Interest Rates and New Laws Are Shaping the California Real Estate Market · 44 minWelcome to Real Estate Jerky, hosted by Ed Parcaut, MBA, veteran, and president of Lending for Living—your go-to source for up-to-date insights on the real estate market in…
- Home Affordability Crisis: What California Buyers Need to Know in Today’s Market · 43 minJoin host Ed Parcaut, MBA veteran and president of Lending for Living, along with REMAX executive Realtor Mike Kelly, for another insightful episode of Real Estate Jerky!…
- Navigating California’s Housing Market: Inventory, Pending Sales, and Pricing Trends Explained · 44 minJoin host Ed Parcaut—MBA veteran and president of Lending for a Living—and RE/MAX executive Realtor Mike Kelly for a fast-paced, candid tour through the latest trends and…
- Understanding Housing Inventory and Buyer Strategies in California’s Shifting Real Estate Market · 43 minOn this episode of Real Estate Jerky, host Ed Parcaut—MBA, veteran, and president of Lending for Living—is joined by ReMax executive realtor Mike Kelly for a deep dive into…
- California Housing Market Update: Inventory, Prices, and Buyer Trends with Ed Parcaut and Mike Kelly · 43 minApple Podcast Description: Welcome to Real Estate Jerky, where hosts Ed Parcaut (MBA, veteran, and president of Lending for Living) and co-host Mike Kelly (RE/MAX executive…
- Real Estate Market Trends: Inventory, Rates, and Affordable Living in California · 46 minJoin host Ed Parcaut, MBA veteran and president of Lending for Living, alongside guest Miroslav Petrovic and ReMax executive realtor Mike Kelly, as they break down the latest…
- Homebuying Challenges in California: Low Inventory, Rising Prices, and Expert Market Advice · 44 minWelcome to Real Estate Jerky, hosted by Ed Parcaut, MBA, veteran, and President of Lending for Living. Broadcasting from Modesto, California, Ed and co-host Mike Kelly, a…







