I lead a SECRET double life... Yes it's true... and you should TOO! - 09/26/07 09:38 PM
Hello all. Whether you're a real estate professional or a client of mine... or even a client to-be, here is a little know secret about me! YES, I do lead a secret double life. Well, not really. We all have hobbies, just mine keeps me in the spotlight- literally. I SING. I've … (3 comments)
A Home for sale MUST be perfect today... this is why - 09/25/07 01:52 PM
I'm on day 4 of showings with a young couple. We've seen about 15 houses... many of which had one or two critical flaws. One house, which was PERFECT for them, has some concering cracks in the foundation. An offer, of course, is subject to an inspection which would clear the buyer of an … (8 comments)
A PERFECT reason to dissuade sellers from using discount entry-only brokers - 09/25/07 01:37 PM
I'll make this one quick. I've never been a big fan of the discount entry-only brokers out there who charge a flat fee and essentially undercut the industry. Nevertheless, I show the houses if the client wants to see them. NOW... here is why a seller SHOULDN'T use a flat fee entry … (10 comments)
Websites... Layout is KEY. User friendly design ideas for your site - 09/21/07 01:15 AM
Hi all.. I was just jumping around some AR agent websites... their agent specific sites are for the most part really unorganized. I know we're all in dire need for SEO results and content filled sites, but why are we all sacrificing style and ease of use in the process? I would … (14 comments)
AOL... What a disaster their 'Server Update' proved to be. A Must Read for any AOL user - 09/21/07 01:02 AM
I've NEVER been one to hate on AOL. I've been using their email for YEARS. In fact, I always had a great experience with the server.. that is until NOW. I'm normally a very patient person who can ride out a storm, or give the benefit of the doubt. Today, I was … (1 comments)
When It Rains It Pours... a Broken Water Pipe AT the walkthrough.. What I DID continued... - 09/19/07 11:37 PM
So I posted before to let you all know that I had a situation... and YES... I did do what most of you suggested... I filled in for the buyer's agent who was conveniently on vacation in the Carribean on the day of closing. His clients came to my listing the day … (5 comments)
When it rains.. it pours. A broken water pipe AT the final walkthrough. What would YOU do? - 09/18/07 11:06 AM
I recently sold a small Cape Cod style home which was built around 1930. It was my listing... the buyers had a rookie agent who was doing a very nice job. A few weeks prior to closing, I hear that the buyers' agent quit the business cold turkey and left his … (4 comments)
The selling and re-selling of today's market. Why deals are falling apart... - 09/10/07 11:36 PM
Many out there are probably wondering why so many deals are falling apart. Why are Under Contract and Sold signs going up and then coming back down? Well, there are two causes of this right now. We have many squeamish buyers who are stepping away from deposit money and breaking contract. In Connecticut, … (2 comments)
To Virtual Tour.. or not to Virtual Tour? What do you think? - 09/06/07 12:49 PM
I've been tossing the idea of including virtual tours with all my listings. I used to use a company called Realtourvision here in Connecticut, which I was happy with, but not thrilled. I wasn't too keen on seeing a 360 degree spin which included mostly ceiling and was fisheyed in perspective. … (5 comments)
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I've never been a fan of 'in house' systems. Real estate companies often times have affiliated business relationships with their own mortgage companies, essentially double dipping on the sale by landing the mortgage as well. In our country, checks and balances are in place for a VERY good reason.
