Closing Time Podcast

Welcome to Closing Time, where real estate meets real talk. Hosted by the Dave & Co. Real Estate Team, this podcast covers everything from market trends and home buying tips to funny stories and honest conversations from the field. If you want to stay informed (and entertained) about real estate in the Sioux Empire, you’re in the right place.

Closing Time Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 10 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Closing Time Podcast, a business show with 10 episodes published.

Our AI reads these to draft pitches. Use them as grounding for a pitch that cites a real guest and a specific topic.

• 

  Episode #10

  Closing Time Podcast Ep. 10 | Sioux Falls Home Inspection Stories: 500 Bats, Radon & Hidden Problems

  Jul 22, 202626 minS1

  What can a Sioux Falls home inspection uncover? In this episode of Closing Time, Brad Horstman of HouseMaster Home Inspections shares real stories involving radon, hidden defects, and an attic estimated to contain 300–500 bats.Dave and Joelle break down why buyers should never skip the inspection—even on new construction—and how an experienced home inspector can help separate manageable repairs from genuine deal-breakers.In this episode, Brad discusses:• Why every home has issues—even brand-new construction• Common warning signs inspectors find• Radon testing and mitigation in South Dakota• Why bats are frequently found in local attics• A Harrisburg inspection involving hundreds of bats• The mannequin that startled Brad in a vacant Dell Rapids home• Pool inspections and residential thermal imaging• Why consistency is Brad’s “secret sauce”Whether you’re buying your first home, moving within the Sioux Empire, or simply curious about what inspectors uncover, this episode offers practical information—and a few stories you probably won’t forget.Subscribe for more Sioux Falls real estate conversations, local advice, and episodes of Closing TimeThinking about buying or selling in the Sioux Empire?Grab our free Buyer & Seller Guide here:https://mailchi.mp/hegg/youtube#SiouxFallsRealEstate #HomeInspection #SouthDakotaRealEstate #ClosingTimePodcast

  ListenShow Notes
• 

  Episode #9

  Closing Time Podcast Ep. 9 | Writing an Offer in a Sioux Falls Buyer’s Market

  Jul 8, 202624 minS1

  Buying a home in Sioux Falls or the Sioux Empire? In this episode of Closing Time with Dave and Joelle, we break down what happens when you find a house you love and it’s time to write an offer.Dave and Joelle talk through Step 4 of the home buying process: writing an offer, reviewing comps, negotiating in a buyer’s market, understanding closing costs, earnest money, inspections, appraisals, loan types, personal property, and why your offer becomes a legally binding contract once accepted.They also highlight a few current listings around Sioux Falls, Montrose, and Centerville, including a Sioux Falls townhome with a fenced yard, an acreage near Montrose, and a Centerville home with an 8-stall garage. Plus, there’s World Cup talk, ranch dressing at the airport, Olympic tickets, and a very sour ending.Thinking about buying or selling in the Sioux Empire?Grab our free Buyer & Seller Guides here:https://mailchi.mp/hegg/youtube#SiouxFallsRealEstate #SiouxEmpire #SouthDakotaRealEstate #HomeBuyingTips #ClosingTime

  ListenShow Notes
• 

  Episode #8

  Closing Time Podcast Ep. 8 | Sioux Falls Realtor Jason Zomer: Buyer Mistakes & Real Estate Stories

  Jun 24, 202628 minS1

  Sioux Falls and Sioux Empire buyers, this episode of Closing Time with Dave & Joelle features Jason Zomer from the Dave & Co. Real Estate Team talking real estate, buyer mistakes, inspections, and building lasting client relationships. Jason has been with Dave & Co. for nine years and was one of the earliest agents to join the team. In this episode, Dave, Joelle, and Jason talk about how he got into real estate, his South Dakota roots, life in Hartford, funny showing stories, and what buyers should be careful about in today’s market. They also dig into a few practical home-buying lessons, including why lowball offers can backfire, why inspections matter even on “as-is” homes, and how buyers should separate small repair items from major concerns like roofs, furnaces, moisture, foundations, and attic issues. Whether you’re buying your first home, moving within the Sioux Empire, or just want to get to know the Dave & Co. team better, this episode gives you a fun behind-the-scenes look at the people helping buyers and sellers across Sioux Falls, Hartford, Harrisburg, Tea, Brandon, and surrounding communities.

  ListenShow Notes
• 

  Episode #7

  Closing Time Podcast Ep. 7 |Home Buying Step 2: Touring Homes Like a Pro in Sioux Falls

  Jun 10, 202628 minS1

  In this episode of Closing Time with Dave and Joelle , we’re breaking down step 2 of the home buying process: actually touring homes and figuring out what is—and is not—the right fit. Dave and Joelle talk through how buyers get set up on the MLS Collaboration Center, why online listings can be more accurate through your Realtor, how many homes you should realistically tour in one day, and what buyers should pay attention to during showings. They also explain why a good Realtor should point out potential issues, not just unlock the door and say every house is perfect. Plus, we highlight a few Dave & Co. listings, talk about our upcoming client appreciation event, and clear up some common misconceptions about what Realtors actually do behind the scenes. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer in Sioux Falls, moving within the Sioux Empire, or just curious about how the home touring process works, this episode will help you walk into showings with more confidence. Thinking about buying or selling in the Sioux Empire? Grab our free Buyer & Seller Guide here: https://mailchi.mp/7b9fccd5490f/youtube

  ListenShow Notes
• 

  Closing Time Podcast

  Closing Time Ep. 6 |Before You Tour Homes in Sioux Falls, Do This First!

  May 28, 202630 min

  Buying a home in Sioux Falls or anywhere in the Sioux Empire? In Episode 6 of Closing Time with Dave & Joelle, we break down the very first step every buyer should take before touring homes: talk with a Realtor and a lender.This episode also includes a few funny real estate stories from showings, a look at current Dave & Co. listings, and a practical conversation about why your lender approval, monthly payment comfort zone, and MLS search setup matter so much when starting the home buying process.Dave and Joelle talk through:Why first-time home buyers should meet with a Realtor earlyWhy getting connected with a lender matters before house shoppingHow monthly payment comfort can be different from approval amountWhy MLS searches are more accurate than Zillow or Realtor.comHow buyer criteria can help or limit your home searchCurrent listings in the Sioux Falls, Hartford, and Brandon-area marketsWhether you are buying your first home, casually starting to explore, or thinking about making a move in Sioux Falls, Hartford, Harrisburg, Tea, Brandon, or the broader Sioux Empire, this episode is a great place to start.

  ListenShow Notes

Recent guests on Closing Time Podcast. Study who booked and why before you pitch.

Based on semantic analysis of episode topics and host coverage, this show is a strong guest fit for executives in:

Industry fit is computed by PitchCentric using vector embeddings of the show's episode catalog.