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Talking Realty

Glen Whitten

Welcome to Talking Realty with host Glen Whitten, where we help home sellers make more money, save time, and avoid headaches when they sell their homes. Each episode, Glen, a 20-year Realtor and founder of Ohio Property Group, brings you insider tips, actionable advice, and the latest industry insights to help you when you sell. Whether you're selling your primary residence, a flip, or an investment property, this podcast is your go-to guide for navigating the crazy world of real estate. Join us each week as we bring you episodes that include lessons from the field or expert guests. Let's challeng the status quo and take back control of the real estate process. Remember...You can sell it...We can help. Check us out at TalkingRealty.com or email glen at Glen@OhioMLSFlatFee.com.

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3 Home Selling Mistakes That Cost Sellers Tens of Thousands (2026 Guide) | Episode 79

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Most home sellers lose thousands of dollars before they ever get their first showing. In this episode of Talking Realty, Glen explains the three biggest home selling mistakes and how to avoid them. Learn how proper pricing, full disclosure, and powerful marketing can help you attract more buyers and get top dollar.

Real Estate Photography Secrets That Get More Showings | Episode 78

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In this episode of Talking Realty, Glen sits down with professional real estate photographer Jill Matthews to explain why high-quality photography isn’t optional in today’s market. Learn how better photos attract more buyers, generate stronger offers, and help your home stand out online before anyone ever schedules a showing.

Survey Nightmares: Encroachments, Quitclaim Deeds & Closing Chaos | Episode 77

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A simple survey can delay your closing, cost thousands, or kill your deal. In this episode, Glen shares two real stories, one solved with goodwill and one that nearly exploded, and shows home sellers how to prevent property line issues, handle encroachments, and stay in control from listing to closing.

Should You Take a “Creative Financing” Offer? Assumptions, Subject-To & Seller Financing Explained | Episode 76

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If you’re selling in 2026, chances are you’ll see at least one “creative financing” offer. Should you ignore them, or could one actually work in your favor? In this episode, Glen sits down with real estate investor and coach Dustin Heiner to break down what these offers really mean, how to spot legit investors, and when it might make sense to build your own portfolio.

The Truth About Title for Home Sellers: Title Fees, Insurance, and the “Local Title” Myth | Episode 75

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Home sellers hear a lot of conflicting advice about title companies: who chooses them, what they charge, whether “local” really matters, and what title insurance actually covers. In this episode of Talking Realty, Glen is joined by Ryan Phillips of Associates Title to debunk the biggest title myths that can cost sellers thousands of dollars or create unnecessary risk at closing. If you’re selling a home, this conversation will help you protect your money, your timeline, and your peace of mind from contract to closing.

Do Broker Open Houses Actually Sell Homes? | Episode 74

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If broker open houses actually sold homes, every property would be gone by Tuesday at noon. In this episode of Talking Realty, Glen breaks down what broker open houses really are, why agents love them, when they might help, and why they’re usually more about activity than results.