Real estate blog entries tagged with hintsandtips by Steven Holcomb, Esq.

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hintsandtips: Can I Give You the Shirt Off My Back...PLEASE? - 03/31/07 02:34 PM

I had to finally sit down and address one of my pet peeves in the real estate industry, but a little background first. I spent 5+ years in a mid-sized law firm litigating cases and negotiating various settlements in lawsuits. I quickly learned that negotiation is an art form and not a science, … (9 comments)

hintsandtips: A Real Estate Investment Plan for Beginners - 03/19/07 03:53 PM

The number of real estate investors that decide to purchase their first investment property without a plan of action in place is staggering. It seems that every week or so you hear a story about an investment property that has been foreclosed upon or placed under short-sale status. Real estate investing, however, is … (9 comments)

hintsandtips: Let's Get Personal...Real Personal!! - 01/27/07 09:06 PM

When I first got into real estate I really struggled with an advertising campaign that would focus on my strengths but also address perceived weaknesses. As an attorney I assumed most people would assume my strengths in negotiation, legal knowledge, ability to handle complex closings, and the like.
I really wanted to … (2 comments)

hintsandtips: Home Pricing in a Soft Market - 01/27/07 02:22 PM

This past fall in Dallas saw the market slow markedly and inventory rise as homes sat through entire listings without selling. Though I do not believe the slow down is permanent, rather more like it was catching its breath before a big spring, I did notice that a lot of agents … (0 comments)

hintsandtips: The Secret to Success in Real Estate - 01/23/07 12:00 PM

Like me you probably hear lots of advertisements and infomercials where some man or woman in fancy clothes claims to have the "Secret to Success" in real estate or real estate investing. Most of them seem to be about as phony as a Picasso dated in the early 18th Century, but … (22 comments)

hintsandtips: Realtor® Rainman - 01/12/07 04:10 PM

In today's age of computers and technology, it seems we are losing touch with some common helpful calculations that are important even if you do have a laptop, smart phone and all the other gadgets and gizmos. One simple valuation tool that all Realtors® who regularly deal with investors and investment … (0 comments)

hintsandtips: Real Estate Investing 101 - 01/06/07 01:54 PM

I have noticed over the years, especially now that investing in real estate is such a hot topic, that many beginners to real estate investing can quickly get in over their head fast. And though I am not a real estate investment guru by any means I have picked up a … (2 comments)

hintsandtips: The Sweet Scent of Success - 01/04/07 10:43 AM

I have found that one of the most important parts of preparing a home for sale is the aroma that buyers smell when first entering a home. The scent of a home when on the market is the very first impression that is made on a buyer, but it is often overlooked by both real … (4 comments)

hintsandtips: How to Properly Hang...Yourself??!!! - 01/02/07 05:15 PM

Oops! I just realized that I left out a word in the title. It should read "How to Properly Hang Pictures...Yourself." But I've heard that the most important part of any article is the title, so hopefully this one will grab a little extra attention. Assuming that I am not placed … (2 comments)

hintsandtips: Say NO and Your Clients May Say YES! - 10/27/06 08:31 AM

We've all stuck our foot in our mouth during initial negotiations with a client. You know the drill. You get a call from a potential seller, go on the listing appointment with your stellar marketing package...only to have them say that they wish you to discount your rate to half of … (12 comments)

hintsandtips: Why TOP Agents Don't Cry in BOTTOM Markets - 10/25/06 02:02 PM

I frequently hear agents in our office complaining about the marketplace during this time of year, or crying over lingering listings. This year it is even more prevalent, as the media loves pushing the idea of the "Housing Bubble" (why do we always prefer disaster to triumph in the media by … (49 comments)

hintsandtips: Negotiation Tips for the Real Estate Agent - 10/18/06 05:15 PM

One extremely important, but often ignored skill of top real estate agents is the art (or is it a science) of negotiation. When I first got into real estate I was somewhat shocked at the lack of emphasis on negotiation as a part of the fiduciary duties of an agent. I … (15 comments)

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