Questions and answers
What is The Local Market?
The Local Market is a podcast about how homes get sold and built in Orange County and Los Angeles, hosted by Michael Bui. Each episode is a 25-minute conversation with an ADU builder, agent, team or brokerage about one real story from their work.
Who hosts The Local Market?
Michael Bui hosts the show from Newport Beach, CA. He is the founder of BLOOM10X, ADU10X and HOMES10X.
Who can be a guest?
ADU builders and licensed real estate agents, teams and brokerages working in Orange County or Los Angeles can apply. Remodelers in those markets can apply too.
Does it cost anything to be a guest?
No. Being a guest is free.
How long is the recording, and where does it happen?
The recording takes 25 minutes and happens remotely on Riverside. You join from a link, and on a computer there is nothing to install.
Do I need to prepare?
No. Just bring one good story, like your best sale, your best build, or a deal that taught you something.
What do guests get?
Guests get the recording and 3-5 short clips within 5 business days. The full episode and an article about the conversation follow within 10 business days, on an episode page with links to the guest's business.
Will you pitch me your services on the show?
No, never on mic. After the episode we may offer a free audit. That's separate and optional.
How do I apply?
Fill out the short form on the Be a guest page with your name, company, market and one story you'd tell. We'll reach out by email to confirm a recording.
Where can I watch or listen?
Every episode gets its own page on this site, with links to wherever it's available. The first episodes are coming soon.
Have a story from this market?
Apply to be a guest