In this episode, Casey Samson, CEO of The Casey Samson Team, tackles the steep cost of listing a home without the six essentials every agent must follow. With soft buyer pools and rising inventory, the margin for error is shrinking fast. Casey breaks down the critical steps—like predictive analysis, home prep, inspection, contract strategy, and more—that can mean the difference between selling at 106% or 126% of assessment. The message is clear: the party is over, and it’s time for great agents to take charge. Tune in to learn the six things every home seller must look for in an agent to succeed in today’s shifting market.

Show Notes:

• Intro: 0:00-2:42
• #1 Home Prep: 2:42-7:05
• #2 Predictive Analysis: 7:05-10:00
• #3 Home Inspection: 10:00-14:00
• #4 Expanded Markets: 14:00-17:30
• #5 Contract Negations: 17:30-23:30
• #6 No Banks: 23:31-28:00
• Recap: 28:00-33:59

Visit our YouTube channel "The Casey Samson Team" to watch this podcast and to see all the charts and graphs Casey mentions throughout.

A Pod of Coffee with Casey is a real estate based podcast and web series full of home owner, home seller and home buyer advice, a current look at Northern Virginia market conditions and today’s best strategies for buying and selling.

The Casey Samson Team is the #1 luxury team in Virginia, in the top .05% in the nation, and a Wall Street Journal Top Team in Northern Virginia, powered by Samson Properties.

In this episode, Casey Samson, CEO of The Casey Samson Team, breaks down the difference between Authenticated Intelligence and Artificial Intelligence—and what it means for our team in today’s real estate market. He also takes a closer look at current market conditions and explores whether recent tariffs have had any impact on local trends. Whether you're buying, selling, or simply trying to navigate a shifting landscape, tune in for expert insight, real talk, and practical strategies to help you succeed in this high-stakes season.

Show Notes:

• Intro – 0:00–3:00
• Market Update: 3:00-11:30
• Authenticated vs Artificial Intelligence: 11:30-23:29

Visit our YouTube channel "The Casey Samson Team" to watch this podcast and to see all the charts and graphs Casey mentions throughout.

A Pod of Coffee with Casey is a real estate based podcast and web series full of home owner, home seller and home buyer advice, a current look at Northern Virginia market conditions and today’s best strategies for buying and selling.

The Casey Samson Team is the #1 luxury team in Virginia, in the top .05% in the nation, and a Wall Street Journal Top Team in Northern Virginia, powered by Samson Properties.

In this episode, Casey Samson, CEO of The Casey Samson Team, takes a candid look at the fast-moving Spring 2025 real estate market in Northern Virginia. He explores why not all Realtors are created equal. Casey shares why Realtor ratings matter and how choosing the right professional can make or break your deal. Whether you're buying or selling, tune in for expert strategies, real talk, and insider tips to navigate this high-stakes season.

Show Notes:

• Intro – 0:00–0:58
• Inventory Deep Dive – 0:58–6:00
• Realtor Ratings: What You Need to Know – 6:00–9:40
• What Could Go Wrong? (Spoiler: A Lot) – 9:40–13:00
• Exclusive Listings & Market Insights – 13:00–20:00
• Final Takeaways – 20:00–25:31

Visit our YouTube channel "The Casey Samson Team" to watch this podcast and to see all the charts and graphs Casey mentions throughout.

A Pod of Coffee with Casey is a real estate based podcast and web series full of home owner, home seller and home buyer advice, a current look at Northern Virginia market conditions and today’s best strategies for buying and selling.

The Casey Samson Team is the #1 luxury team in Virginia, in the top .05% in the nation, and a Wall Street Journal Top Team in Northern Virginia, powered by Samson Properties.