tips for sellers: When buying a home, consider the resale value. - 01/19/08 08:51 PM
Sure, I might be jumping the gun a little. I know you haven't even purchased the home yet or moved in for that matter, but consider what happens if you want to sell it later. How do you choose a home that has a good resale value?
We all want homes that … (0 comments)
|
tips for sellers: Sellers - 10 Questions to Ask Every Agent. - 01/19/08 12:48 AM
With so many real estate professionals, how do you choose just one? Here is a list of questions that I would recommend you ask each agent you interview, to see how their service and results compare. You want to make sure that not only you choose the right professional for the job, … (2 comments)
|
tips for sellers: Purchasing a Home? Make your Offer Count. - 01/19/08 12:08 AM
How you write an offer on the property you chose ultimately determines whether you win or lose. Negotiations are about more than just the price. Here are just a few of my keys to success.
Try to Minimize Contingencies. Fewer contingencies mean a stronger offer. With that in mind, you should insist … (4 comments)
|
tips for sellers: Camano Island, WA - Market Update – January 18, 2008 Snapshot - 01/18/08 11:12 PM
Welcome to the first 2008 snapshot of what is going on in our market place today, January 18th.
The supply and demand in real estate is best gauged by looking at the number of pending sales. Here is a snapshot of what our market looks like today on Camano Island for … (4 comments)
|
tips for sellers: Stanwood, WA - Market Update – January 18, 2008 Snapshot - 01/18/08 11:02 PM
Welcome to the first 2008 snapshot of what is going on in our market place today, January 18th.
The supply and demand in real estate is best gauged by looking at the number of pending sales. Here is a snapshot of what our market looks like today in Stanwood for residential … (0 comments)
|
tips for sellers: Arlington, WA - Market Update – January 18, 2008 Snapshot - 01/18/08 10:55 PM
Welcome to the first 2008 snapshot of what is going on in our market place today, January 18th.
The supply and demand in real estate is best gauged by looking at the number of pending sales. Here is a snapshot of what our market looks like today in Arlington for residential … (0 comments)
|
tips for sellers: Marysville, WA - Market Update – January 18, 2008 Snapshot - 01/18/08 10:48 PM
Welcome to the first 2008 snapshot of what is going on in our market place today, January 18th.
The supply and demand in real estate is best gauged by looking at the number of pending sales. Here is a snapshot of what our market looks like today in Marysville for residential … (0 comments)
|
tips for sellers: FHA & the Real Estate Circle of Life. - 01/06/08 01:05 PM
There is some great news for home buyers (and sellers!) on it's way in. On December 14, 2007 the Senate passed a new law - the FHA Modernization Act of 2007.
What is this?
Essentially, this will help buyers by offering alternative ways of borrowing money that are much less risky than … (9 comments)
|
tips for sellers: Vacant home… but who’s been inside? - 01/05/08 11:41 PM
Recently I ran across a situation that left me a little nervous and got me to thinking. With so many vacant homes on the market (both rentals and for sale) how can we make sure they are safe?
I received a call from a client who was driving by a home that … (21 comments)
|
tips for sellers: Investors. Don’t Get Stuck in the Dark. (Part 5 - final) - 01/03/08 09:34 AM
To wrap up this series on investment properties, let's take a look at some final pieces to keep your investment an investment. If you haven't read previous articles, start here for some worth while information on how to look at investing.
Investment-Income Producing Properties are a wonderful thing to have. While everyone … (4 comments)
|
tips for sellers: Investors. What's a Good Value? (Part 4) - 01/01/08 10:56 AM
If you are just tuning in and are interested in investment properties, take a minute to browse through my previous articles before you get started. Part 1 - Tips for First Time Investors. Part 2 - Is it a Good Rental? Part 3 - How Long is Your Horizon?
So, you've found … (6 comments)
|
tips for sellers: Investors. How long is your horizon? (Part 3) - 01/01/08 10:39 AM
As with any investment, part of planning is knowing how long you are going to keep it. If you plan on keeping a property for 20 years, chances are you're going to have to replace the roof, water heater and other items with a limited lifespan. If you plan on keeping … (2 comments)
|
tips for sellers: Market Update - Marysville 20007 Snapshot - 01/01/08 10:25 AM
Let's close 2007 with a quick snapshot of what is going on in our market place today.
The supply and demand in real estate is best gauged by looking at the number of pending sales. Here is a snapshot of what our market looks like today in Marysville for residential homes.
What … (2 comments)
|
tips for sellers: Market Update - Camano Island 2007 Snapshot - 12/31/07 03:57 PM
Let's close 2007 with a quick snapshot of what is going on in our market place today.
The supply and demand in real estate is best gauged by looking at the number of pending sales. Here is a snapshot of what our market looks like today on Camano Island for residential … (0 comments)
|
tips for sellers: Market Update - Stanwood 2007 Snapshot - 12/31/07 03:51 PM
Let's close 2007 with a quick snapshot of what is going on in our market place today.
The supply and demand in real estate is best gauged by looking at the number of pending sales. Here is a snapshot of what our market looks like today in Stanwood for residential homes.
What … (8 comments)
|
tips for sellers: Market Update - Arlington 2007 Snapshot - 12/31/07 03:46 PM
Let's close 2007 with a quick snapshot of what is going on in our market place today.
The supply and demand in real estate is best gauged by looking at the number of pending sales. Here is a snapshot of what our market looks like today in Arlington for residential homes.
What … (0 comments)
|
tips for sellers: Investors. Is it a Good Rental? (Part 2) - 12/30/07 08:13 PM
So, you've decided it's time to purchase an investment property. How do you know if it's a good rental?
There are a couple basic items to consider when looking at an investment property. Just like in real estate, rentals are about location, location, location!
If you are considering a full-time rental property, … (2 comments)
|
tips for sellers: Investors or Anyone. Don't put all your Eggs in One Basket. - 12/30/07 02:41 PM
Now is the perfect time to consider investing in the real estate market. But, you should NOT just run out and buy the first property that comes along. There is some planning that you should do first.
With that said, don't put all your money into one basket. In order to invest … (0 comments)
|
tips for sellers: Why Real Estate is Better than Stocks. - 12/29/07 06:00 PM
The thing I love about real estate is that it allows you to leverage your money. Here's what I mean.
Let's say that you have $40,000 to invest.
Option 1. You find an income producing property, maybe a little run down that is only $200,000. You put 15% down, or $30,000 and … (50 comments)
|
tips for sellers: Sellers, how do you compete against DESPERATE sellers? - 12/20/07 06:33 PM
I recently had the situation arise where a buyer I was working with was drawn away from a beautiful home, for the chance to buy a short sale. Unfortunately, this is not the first time I have seen this and it got me to thinking. How are my sellers supposed to … (16 comments)
|
tips for sellers: We live in a litigious society. Be cautious. - 12/19/07 02:20 PM
I love selling real estate. Each day, I wake up and I'm excited! I get to sell real estate!
Unfortunately, our society is a very litigious one and we need to take precautions to avoid misunderstandings down the road between all parties involved.
Here are some points I always consider to help … (12 comments)
|
tips for sellers: Arlington, WA - December 2007 Snapshot - 12/19/07 12:05 PM
The supply and demand in real estate is best gauged by looking at the number of pending sales. Here is a snapshot of what our market looks like today in Arlington for residential homes.
What does this data mean? Based on the number of total homes for sale, buyers have a lot … (0 comments)
|
tips for sellers: Stanwood, WA - December 2007 Snapshot - 12/18/07 07:14 PM
The supply and demand in real estate is best gauged by looking at the number of pending sales. Here is a snapshot of what our market looks like today in Stanwood for residential homes.
What does this data mean? Based on the number of total homes for sale, buyers have a lot … (0 comments)
|
tips for sellers: Camano Island, WA - December 2007 Snapshot - 12/18/07 07:07 PM
The supply and demand in real estate is best gauged by looking at the number of pending sales. Here is a snapshot of what our market looks like today on Camano Island for residential homes.
What does this data mean? Based on the number of total homes for sale, buyers have a … (0 comments)
|
tips for sellers: Agents should know technology. But, what about clients? - 12/15/07 09:32 PM
I hear a lot of agents talking about how they need to get in tune with the younger generation. It is almost a requirement that you use email or know how to text someone.
But, no one ever mentions that their clients need these skills too. For my business, my clients … (9 comments)
|
tips for sellers: Real Estate 101 - 12/11/07 03:13 PM
I was recently reading an article by Denise Lones, MIRM, CSP with The Lones Group in Bellingham, WA and boy did she hit the nail on the head!
Real Estate follows the rules of basic economics - supply and demand. The supply and demand in real estate is the same as the … (11 comments)
|
;)
Links;)
Tags (Tag Cloud);)
Archives
