negotiating: Don't Take Risks, Consult a Realtor®
- 01/17/17 03:30 AM
Buying and selling homes is difficult. Trying to navigate the process alone is risky. Too often, people try to act as their own real estate professional, but in the end, find it was not worth the risk. Here's why: For Buyers Realtors® can provide pricing information that is otherwise difficult and confusing to find with a simple internet search. Working with a real estate professional adds a level of diplomacy to what can be an emotional experience. When you get into the negotiating process, emotions can run high. Words can be exchanged and decisions made that may later be regretted. Realtors® serve as the go-between communicator, who … (0 comments)
As housing recovers, prices in many markets across the U.S. have shot up. In fact, RealtyTrac reported that the median sale price of U.S. single-family homes and condos in October had reached its highest level since September 2008. Price appreciation and the lure of foreclosures created a feeding frenzy for real estate investors willing to pay cash and made it harder for traditional buyers to compete.
But experts say that 2015 will be marked by a return to normalcy and balance for real estate markets across the country. Stan Humphries, chief economist for Zillow.com, predicts that home value … (0 comments)
negotiating: Navigating the Home Buying Process in a Competitive Market
- 03/12/13 09:37 AM
Whether you are buying a home for the first time or the tenth time, you probably have a long list of “must haves” and “wants” for your dream home. With recent real estate forecasts announcing a housing market recovery in 2013, many pockets and niches throughout the nation are already experiencing a competitive market with low inventory of homes and bidding wars. Finding a home that has everything on your checklist can be a challenge, particularly if you are searching in a competitive market. There are, however, some tips that can help you navigate the home buying … (0 comments)
negotiating: Successful Negotiating
- 08/05/10 03:40 AM
Negotiating - in many cultures it's a way of life. It can become a method of building a relationship with clients as well. When you are working to close a sale, here are some ways you can better negotiate with your clients. Be aware that people often ask for more than they expect. Resist the temptation to automatically offer a discount or lower the price. Let your client negotiate and come to an acceptable agreement. Learn as much as possible about your customer. Tuning into your customers' needs will help you to best serve them. Ask questions that prompt conversation … (0 comments)
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