What 22 Years in Real Estate Taught Her About Buying and Selling Homes | Faye Bashar

Buying or selling a home is not just about timing the market. It is about preparation, strategy, and understanding what actually creates value. In this episode, real estate professional Faye Bashar shares lessons from more than 22 years in the industry and over 750 transactions. Faye discusses her journey to America, buying her first home, building equity through real estate, and why she approaches clients as a consultant first. She also explains how sellers can prepare and position a home, what first time buyers should know before searching, how she finds opportunities outside the traditional market, and which renovations can make sense before selling. For homeowners, buyers, sellers, and investors, this conversation offers practical insight into making smarter real estate and renovation decisions. Watch to learn how preparation, experience, and the right strategy can shape the outcome of a home sale or purchase. 00:00 Introduction 00:57 From Revolution to a New Life 14:45 Why Homeownership Matters 22:25 A Client First Approach to Real Estate 24:23 Avoiding Deals That Fall Apart 29:05 How to Prepare a Home for Sale 38:00 Buyer Readiness and First Time Homebuyers 44:27 Finding Off Market Opportunities 53:37 Renovations That Add Value 01:00:17 Technology, AI, and Real Estate 01:03:08 San Diego Market Outlook 01:08:15 Advice for New Agents 01:10:19 Advice to My Younger Self: Lessons Learned For more information, visit Faye Bashar’s website: fayebashar.com