Ever wonder why two homes that look almost exactly the same can have totally different prices? The answer is one powerful word: location. In this episode of Your Real Talk, Luna Petty breaks down why where your home is can matter even more than what your home looks like.
Whether you’re buying, selling, investing, or just thinking ahead, this episode helps you understand what makes one neighborhood worth more than another — and how you can use that knowledge to make smart real estate decisions.
Here’s what we’re talking about:
✅ Why school districts boost home values
✅ How local crime rates, parks, and public services impact pricing
✅ The "walkability factor" and how being close to shopping, restaurants, and transportation can raise your home's worth
✅ What it means to buy in an “up-and-coming” neighborhood
✅ How future city plans (like new highways or zoning changes) can affect long-term value
Luna also dives into:
The difference between market value and appraised value
How location affects your property taxes
The impact of being in a flood zone, fire zone, or earthquake zone (California folks — this one's for you!)
Why nearby foreclosures or commercial developments can make or break your price point
Luna keeps it simple, real, and packed with real-life examples to help make sense of all the “location lingo” you hear from real estate pros.
This episode is perfect for:
🛑 First-time buyers who want to buy smart
💼 Investors looking for high-potential areas
💰 Homeowners curious about their home's future value
📊 Agents who need an easy way to explain location value to clients
By the end of this episode, you’ll feel confident understanding why the right ZIP code can make all the difference — and how to spot a winning location, even if you’re on a budget.
Company Name: Unyque Financial
Host Name: Luna Petty
Company URL: https://www.unyquefinancial.com/luna-petty/
NMLS Numbers: Luna Petty (NMLS #388419), CA Real Estate Agent (DRE #01347590)
Licensing Information: Equal Housing Opportunity — https://www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org
Contact Number: 626-796-7164
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Disclaimer:
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