Tampa Home Talk Radio

​The goal of our show is simple. We want to help you maintain good credit, live within your means and build wealth!

Tampa Home Talk Radio is a business podcast hosted by Katrina Madewell, with 500 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.

Katrina Madewell hosts Tampa Home Talk Radio, a business show with 500 episodes published.

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  Episode #23

  Part 3: Think You Don't Need Flood Insurance? The Truth Every Florida Homeowner Should Know | Part 3

  Aug 25, 202619 minS1

  Think your home is safe because it isn't in a "high-risk" flood zone? That assumption could cost you everything. In Part 3 of our flood insurance series, Katrina Madewell sits down with Triton Insurance Agency to uncover what Florida homeowners need to understand before the next major storm. The truth is, every Florida property is located in a flood zone, the real question is whether your lender requires flood insurance. We discuss how new construction, disappearing wetlands, outdated drainage systems, overwhelmed retention ponds, and Florida's rapidly changing landscape are increasing flood risks—even in areas that have never flooded before. You'll also learn: • Why homeowners insurance does not cover rising floodwater • What living in Flood Zone X really means • Why a federal NFIP policy may not provide enough coverage to rebuild • How the NFIP's $250,000 building limit compares with Tampa Bay home values • Why decades without flooding do not guarantee your home is safe • How private flood insurance may provide additional protection • The serious health and safety risks hidden in floodwater Don't wait until water is approaching your front door to find out what your insurance actually covers. Review your policy, understand your limits, and make sure your protection reflects today's Florida—not the Florida of 30 years ago. Subscribe to Tampa Home Talk for honest conversations about Florida real estate, insurance, homeownership, finance, and protecting what you've worked hard to build. Love where you live, or let Katrina fix it!

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  Episode #22

  PART 3: Think You Can't Qualify for a Home? These Loan Options May Surprise You

  Aug 18, 202625 minS1

  Many future homeowners quietly count themselves out before they ever speak with a lender. Maybe their credit score is not perfect. Their debt-to-income ratio feels too high. They do not have a large down payment saved. Or they assume every mortgage follows the same rules. But the loan program you choose can completely change what is possible. In Part 3 of this Tampa Home Talk conversation, host Katrina Madewel l sits down with mortgage expert Sarah Neher of The Mortgage Firm to uncover home loan options and benefits many buyers never realize exist. They break down: • Why VA loans can offer eligible veterans 0% down financing • How VA loans may allow more flexibility with credit and debt ratios • Why eligible disabled veterans may be exempt from the VA funding fee • How FHA loans can help buyers with lower credit scores • When gift funds may be used toward an FHA down payment • The difference between VA, FHA and conventional financing • Why the loan with the lowest down payment is not always the best choice • How automated underwriting evaluates the complete financial picture The biggest takeaway? Do not disqualify yourself before an experienced lender reviews your situation. You may have more options, and be closer to homeownership, than you think. If you are considering buying a home in Tampa Bay or anywhere in Florida, this conversation could change the way you look at financing. Like this episode, subscribe to Tampa Home Talk and share it with someone who thinks buying a home is out of reach. Hosted by Katrina Madewell Guest: Sarah Neher, The Mortgage Firm

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  Episode #21

  PART 2: What to Do After a Car Accident: Steps That Could Protect You

  Aug 11, 202610 minS1

  One second, you're driving along like any other day. The next-impact. Now what? Mike Hills and Tiffany Firlik of Triton Insurance Agency join Katrina Madewell on Tampa Home Talk to explain what to do immediately after a car accident, the common mistakes to avoid, and the important steps that may help protect you, your rights, and your wallet. It's the information you hope you'll never need—but will be glad you know. ️ Listen, subscribe, and share this episode with someone you care about.

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  Episode #20

  PART 2: Florida Down Payment Assistance Programs Explained (2026) | How to Buy a Home with Little Money Down

  Aug 4, 202614 minS1

  Think you need 20% down to buy a home? Think again. In this episode of Tampa Home Talk, Katrina Madewell sits down with mortgage expert Sarah Nair to break down Florida's most popular down payment assistance programs. Learn how Florida Housing can help qualified buyers purchase a home with little money out of pocket, the differences between Standard Bond, Standard TBA, Plus TBA, and Hometown Heroes, plus the income limits, repayment options, and credit requirements you should know before applying. Whether you're a first-time home buyer or helping a family member purchase their first home, this episode provides practical guidance to help make homeownership more affordable. They cover: ✅ Florida Hometown Heroes Program ✅ Florida Housing Down Payment Assistance ✅ Standard Bond Program ✅ Standard TBA Program ✅ Plus TBA Program ✅ Income limits ✅ Credit score requirements ✅ Repayable vs. forgivable assistance ✅ FHA, VA, USDA & Conventional loan options ✅ Which program may be best for your situation If you've been waiting to buy because you thought you needed a large down payment, this episode may change your perspective. Questions about buying a home? Call or Text: 813-377-2775 Tampa Home Talk with Katrina Madewell Helping Tampa Bay buyers and sellers make smarter real estate decisions. Subscribe for weekly episodes covering: • Buying a home • Selling your home • Real estate investing • Mortgage tips • Florida housing market updates • Homeownership strategies

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  Episode #18

  Florida Hometown Heroes 2026: How to Get Up to $35,000 Toward Buying Your Home | Tampa Home Talk

  Jul 21, 202620 minS1

  Can you really get up to $35,000 to help buy a home in Florida? In this episode of Tampa Home Talk , host Katrina Madewell sits down with mortgage expert Sarah Nair from The Mortgage Firm to break down one of Florida's most valuable homebuyer programs—the Florida Hometown Heroes Program . Whether you're a first-time home buyer, a teacher, nurse, firefighter, military member, healthcare worker, childcare professional, or work in many other qualifying occupations, this episode explains how this program could help make homeownership more affordable. You'll learn: ✅ How the Florida Hometown Heroes Program works ✅ Who qualifies in 2026 ✅ How to receive up to $35,000 in down payment assistance ✅ Income limits and occupation requirements ✅ First-time homebuyer rules explained ✅ Military and veteran eligibility ✅ Credit score requirements ✅ How the 0% interest assistance loan works ✅ Common misconceptions that keep buyers from applying ✅ Why this is one of Florida's best homebuyer programs If you've been renting because you think you can't afford a home, this episode could change your perspective. Questions about buying a home in Florida? Call or text 813-377-2775 Hosted by Katrina Madewell Real Estate Expert | Tampa Home Talk Love Where You Live… or Let Katrina Fix It!

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