Awesome In Seattle Podcast

How can a live-in flip turn into a tax-free $500K profit in today’s market? In this episode, Christian and Shannon Nossum are joined by guest Victor Esquivel to break down the live-in flip strategy and how homeowners and investors can leverage primary residence tax advantages to build significant wealth. They walk through how the strategy works, key timelines to follow, what types of properties make the best candidates, and the renovations that deliver the highest return. They also share real...

What does a profitable Seattle investment deal actually look like in 2026? In this episode, Christian and Shannon share their current real estate buy box, including price range, neighborhoods they’re targeting, what makes a great DADU lot, and the red flags that can kill a deal. They also walk through recent deals they’ve bought and a real deal they decided to walk away from, and explain the red flags that investors should watch for. If you're a Seattle investor—or an agent looking to bring i...

This week, join our hosts Christian Nossum, Joanna Beecher, and Varun Jain of the Awesome Nossum Group at Wilson Realty Inc as we look ahead to what’s coming in the 2026 real estate market. We break down key national trends, discuss what buyers, sellers, and investors should be paying attention to, and explore how shifting interest rates, economic signals, and consumer behavior may shape the year ahead—both nationally and here in the Seattle market. If you enjoy listening to the Awesome in Se...

This week, join our hosts Christian Nossum, Joanna Beecher, and Varun Jain of the Awesome Nossum Group at Wilson Realty Inc and special guest Dan Keller of New American Funding as we recap what happened in the 2025 real estate market. We will discuss what happened nationally, what happened locally in Seattle, Dan Keller from New American Funding will go over what happened to interest rates, we will talk about investor lessons we learned, buyer behavior shifts, and which Seattle neighborhoods ...

Today, we’re breaking down the different strategies for buying and selling a home at the same time. Join our hosts, Christian Nossum of the Awesome Nossum Group at Wilson Realty Inc. and Dan Keller of New American Funding, as they walk you through various loan options, including bridge loans. If you’re looking to buy and sell in Seattle, don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re here to help you find the best strategy for your situation.If you enjoy listening to the Awesome in Seattle Podcast, please...