faq: Smart Home Sellers Ignore Pre-Qualified Homebuyers - 02/02/11 09:04 AM
With so many real estate terms floating around the internet, home sellers are often misguided when it comes to understanding what they mean. One great example can be seen when it comes to mortgage loans; home sellers need to be wary of prequalified homebuyers who appear as if they are ready, willing, and able to close on a property. But are they?
The fact is, the terms “prequalified” and “preapproved” are used interchangeably quite often, and this is a gross oversight when it occurs. While there are various interpretations and definitions of either term, experienced real estate professionals want home sellers … (6 comments)

faq: Video Shows Why Home Sellers Must Eliminate Their Margin For Negotiation - 02/01/11 08:18 AM
 
An interesting trend appears to be occurring in the reader questions that I receive at the Tallahassee Real Estate Blog. In the past, most questions were submitted by homebuyers, and the questions were usually relating to the purchase of a home. But now, home sellers are starting to spring up with questions of their own. They want to understand the different aspects of selling a home, and determining the asking price is near the top of the list.
Recently, home seller “Shawn” dropped me a note asking:
Joe, how much margin for negotiation should I include in my asking price?
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faq: Video Explains The Reasons Why Your Home Is Not Selling - 01/29/11 04:03 AM
ActiveRain and Kodak have created a video contest in an attempt to get more rainer's using video. This parallel's a major goal of mine for 2011, so I have created a Real Estate Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page on my website, and a new channel on YouTube (www.youtube.com/realestatefaq).
My first video frequently asked question is about the reasons why a home is not selling. I would love any feedback, both here and on my new YouTube Channel. While you are there, please subscribe!
The Reasons Why Your Home Is Not Selling
 
This post is written as a submission to … (8 comments)

faq: Why Your Home Is Not Selling - 01/11/11 08:05 AM
We receive questions from readers all the time, and some of them are very unique and perhaps do not make the best "blog fodder" because of the situational aspects of the questions.
But we also receive some questions that make for great blogging, like today's question from "Matt" who is a frustrated homeowner who's home is on the market, listed with a real estate agent, and among other things wants to know why is my home not selling?
Matt, All it takes is a simple review of Marketing 101 For Real Estate to know what questions to ask of yourself … (8 comments)

faq: How To Make Market Graphs For Your Blog - 07/20/08 01:24 PM
This is long over due. Ever since I posted a blog on how to use Microsoft Excel to create market graphs, I have been thinking about doing an instructional video for Active Rain members. Finally, I have it posted!
If you have been wondering if you could be posting useful charts and graphs in a real estate blog, you can! Here is all you need to know about creating simple charts using Microsoft Excel. Watch the video and let me know what you think!
If you would like to see examples of real estate market graphs or if you want some … (72 comments)

 
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