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real estate: So, how does Fort Lauderdale rank according to Trulia? - 06/19/11 10:31 PM
So, how does Fort Lauderdale rank according to Trulia? Fort Lauderdale , Florida is on of the most wanted area for International buyers. Why, because of the beaches, the close location to Miami and Palm Beach.
Fort Lauderdale has a lot to offer. The Swimming Hall of Fame, Butterfly world, lots of wonderful restaurants, Las Olas (restaurants, boat rides, boutique shops and more). The location is 3 hours to Disney World in Orlando and 4.5 hours to Key West.
Most of the most recent purchasers are from Canada, Brazil, and many areas of Europe. Some are also from the New England … (2 comments)
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real estate: How many properties can your customer digest in one afternoon? - 06/16/11 07:11 PM
How many properties can your customer digest in one afternoon?
I often hear agents in the office say they are going out to show a customer 10-12 properties in one afternoon. Really? WOW! That's a lot for one person to digest in one afternoon, don't you think?
Only one time did I show more than 5 properties at one time. The time I did that was because the customer was only going to be with me for one day. She was not sure if she wanted ocean front or Intracoastal front, so we saw 5 of each.
In preparing for these … (10 comments)
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real estate: But this offer is contingent on the sale of our home? Really? - 06/13/11 10:53 PM
But this offer is contingent on the sale of our home? Really? NOTE: This is a buyer from another state, so I have no idea if it is or not.
So my next question is: "Would you mind if I talk to your agent?" Answer, "Why?"
Why? So then I went on to explain that if his/her current home was not priced to sell or if it was an unrealistic price that it would be difficult for me to convince the listing agent here, that their current home would sell quickly. If it was priced right and in selling condition then I … (7 comments)
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real estate: What is an Amendatory clause? My customer asked. - 01/02/11 05:43 PM
What is an Amendatory clause? My customer asked. The mortgage broker called and told my customer that he needed her to sign an Amendatory clause for the borrower. Before my customer signs any paperwork, she always called me first to make sure she understood what she was signing and why.
Here is my response:
The HUD-92800.5B form is used to provide estimated property value to the buyer who is intending on a FHA (Federal Housing Administration) loan. FHA loans are government backed mortgages for single and multi-family homes among several others. In the absence of the HUD-92800-5B form, an Amendatory clause allows … (4 comments)
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real estate: Martini's, beer, or water...what's your flavor? - 11/11/10 10:37 PM
Martini's, beer, or water...what's your flavor? HA! Gotcha!
The whole idea is related to real estate!
How addicted are you to real estate? Is it a passion? A job? or a neccessity?
What got you involved in the Real Estate realm? Was it parental? Was it (you thought) easy money? Fast money (long gone)? or what/why did you choose this career?
I have always wondered what was the driving force behind real estate agents...and here is your chance to explain.
Why did you choose this line of work and why?
Is it something you grew up with? Is it just for … (10 comments)
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real estate: Are you ranting? or just trying to make a point? - 11/11/10 09:32 PM
Are you ranting? or just trying to make a point?
I have not been fortunate enough to be here for a while due to a car accident, but I have to say that I am horrified by some of the comments, suggestions, and hateful comments made by some elementary agents on AR.
This is a format to meet new people in a multitude of positions/expertise/locations. It is a realm not afforded to many agents and professionals in the real estate arena.
When I joined AR there were about 45,000 professionals...now there is almost 200,000. What great numbers here and what a … (14 comments)
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real estate: AR success story - thanks to Melissa Juarez confidence in me! - 06/18/10 08:37 PM
AR success story - thanks to Melissa Juarez confidence in me!
At the beginning of the year, Melissa Juarez asked me to assist her father in selling his condo - Direct Ocean, gorgeous, 270 degrees of beautiful ocean view. Within 100 days, I closed the deal for her and her father and it was the most pleasurable experience in a sale that I have had.
Melissa was fantastic to work with as was the buyers agent...
Why do I love Activerain? Because when you meet such wonderful people here and you can assist one of their referrals or a parent/relative in … (4 comments)
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real estate: The office phone is quiet, but my phone is not. The importance of a website. - 06/14/10 09:09 PM
The office phone is quiet, but my phone is not. The importance of a website.
It has been eerily quiet on the phones in my office. The new agents are wondering what to do...
However, I still do business...why? Referrals...great customer satifaction.
Do you go above and beyond for your customers?
If you do, what do you do?
I for one, have a contractor in place to fix any issues that might come up. My contractor has 30 years experience and has a great reputation.
If you sell a condo/home...do you have someone you trust to come in and fix up … (9 comments)
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real estate: The rationale of Real Estate. - 05/02/10 10:14 PM
The rationale of Real Estate.
Pretty simple, people need a home, a hostel, or an apartment. A place to provide protection and a place to keep a family safe. In recent times, people are losing their jobs, they are looking anywhere to provide a safe place for their families to reside.
That being said, with job losses at an all time high and people losing their homesteads, people are getting very desperate. Many families are living together with not enough room. Children are sleeping on the floors next to their parents in sleeping bags. Just happy to have a roof above … (0 comments)
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real estate: Property management companies...ugh! - 11/29/09 11:27 PM
Property management companies...ugh!
Have you ever had to deal with property management companies that don't even know that they are managing the property?
For THAT MATTER, have you actually ever visited one of their offices?
1. What property are you inquiring about?..."asking about" is the usual term.
2. "Which one?"
3. "Where is that located?"
4. "You must have the wrong management company." UM, no, I'm sure the President of their Association gave me your name, address and phone number, however, since you don't answer your phone, I decided to drive over..."Well, we do take lunch now and then." Me, "What … (8 comments)
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real estate: I am so busy due to AR referrals, that I don't have time to blog...and guess what? - 11/27/09 10:21 PM
I am so busy due to AR referrals, that I don't have time to blog...and guess what? That is good and bad at the same time!
I have to say thank you to AR for the referrals that I have received from other agents who are also members here...not through the referral network, but through friendships here that have provided me with new leads and new customers!
The problem that has resulted from this is that my ranking in Florida has gone down from 15 to 21...That's OK - WHY? Because I am getting business! I have customers, and I am … (43 comments)
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real estate: In a court of law....Is it a 5 BR/2car garage, or a 4 BR w/a secret room in the garage? - 11/08/09 10:43 PM
In a court of law....Is it a 5 BR/2car garage, or a 4 BR w/a secret room in the garage?
AND THERE REALLY IS, NO ROOM IN THE GARAGE FOR A CAR - PERIOD!
How well does the information on the MLS sheets hold up and the pictures they post?
At the end of ours it says that - "Information is deemed accurate but not warranted."
SO - If the picture shows a fridge and there isn't one there, if there is supposed to be a pool filtration system and someone decided to break in and steal it, if the DW … (24 comments)
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real estate: I wrote these stats yesterday for Localism, however: - 11/08/09 10:28 PM
I wrote these stats yesterday for Localism, however:
I thought I would put it out there to Realtors(r) as well, b/c people are still thinking, we are giving away property here in SE Florida for as low as $25,000. by the beach - I've never ever saw a property listed that low east of Federal Highway or US 1.
I can't even find anything that low in a SFH anywhere. There was one condo, which I had a customer offer on...it was up to $30K as a back-up.
We've sold a ton of inventory under $100K here in south Florida. From what I … (2 comments)
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real estate: Miami/Dade, Broward, Palm Beach County inventory report. - 11/07/09 10:30 PM
Miami/Dade, Broward, Palm Beach County inventory report.
Here is what is currently available and also what is available in Broward under $300,000.
Miami/Dade:
Condo's: 17103
Homes: 8996
Under $300,000.
Condo's: 10983
Homes: 4744
Broward:
Condo's: 13774
Homes: 8132
Under $300,000.
Condo's: 11092
Homes: 4319
Broward East of Federal Highway, US 1
Condo's: 1110
Homes: 4317
Palm Beach:
Condo's: 11808
Homes: 9866
Under $300,000.
Condo's: 8811
Homes: 3844
For more questions on available inventory in these counties, please call me:
Karen Monsour, Realtor, Coldwell Banker
http://www.KarenMonsour.com, 954-464-4194 cell
(Copyright© 2009 Karen L. Monsour, All Rights Reserved.)
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real estate: AR produces results...here is the proof! - 10/15/09 09:39 PM
AR produces results...here is the proof!
Because of confidentiality issues and the price of the sales, I cannot reference the deals that I have been able to close due to my activity and friendships developed through Active Rain...however, I thank this site.
That being said, I have new contacts on a daily basis with requests for my services, requests for properties to be bought and sold, for bulk investors.
I currently am looking for bank owned properties in Miami/Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties.
What I need is bank owned properties - single family homes price range $200 -$450K...NOT LISTED BY … (2 comments)
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real estate: It's really all about service...no matter what! Isn't it? - 09/14/09 11:50 PM
It's really all about service...no matter what! Isn't it?
Capture this moment. Then think about this for a minute.
Service at a restaurant is not much different than if you don't get back to your new customers or new leads in a timely fashion. After all, there are many hungry agents out there, so if you get a lead through your website or through Active Rain, you need to get back to them ASAP.
Think about the correlation to waiting in a restaurant. You are hungry...you are waiting for someone to serve you … (10 comments)
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real estate: Lazy does not mean, you are entitled to handicapped parking! $250.00 fine for laziness! - 09/12/09 10:20 PM
Lazy does not mean, you are entitled to handicapped parking! $250.00 fine for laziness!
I was so upset today when I was showing my customer property. The unit involved has underground parking, however she is handicapped and those spots were all taken. When we sat and waited for a spot (she didn't want me to leave her at the door alone)...we saw people coming out of the unit obviously with a real estate agent. All could walk just fine...they were young. I got out of my car (probably shouldn't have) and … (11 comments)
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real estate: Flu shots $24.95 at Walgreens...$29.95 if you are allergic to preservatives or latex. - 09/12/09 09:21 PM
Flu shots $24.95 at Walgreens...$29.95 if you are allergic to preservatives or latex.
Make SURE, you let the nurse or pharmacist (yes, now some are certified to give the shots as well) know if you are allergic to preservatives or LATEX!
This is not a warning for the swine virus vaccine which is not yet available, but for the seasonal flu vaccine. They have two different vaccines available.
Make sure you read the disclosures carefully and let the nurse or the pharmicist know if you have allergies.
Think about getting a flu shot. I got one two weeks ago with no … (5 comments)
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real estate: Is it legal for an agent to raffle off a listing? - 09/09/09 11:14 PM
Is it legal for an agent to raffle off a listing?
Well, now that I have your attention...I thought it was a fantastic way to sell a home in this market when I heard a home owner doing this...
Really, I have a fantastic listing...between the Intracoastal and the Ocean here in Pompano Beach. It is top line everything...let's see if my pictures work...
This is a 3 master bedroom town home in Pompano Beach, Florida located between the Intracoastal and the a block from the ocean. It has an elevator … (2 comments)
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real estate: So, really, "What IS the PRICE of the property?" Agents need to consider their answer! - 09/09/09 10:37 PM
So, really, "What IS the PRICE of the property?" Agents need to consider their answer!
I had an agent ask me this question the other day. She said, "Do we really even know what "price" is anymore? GREAT QUESTION from HER, and GREAT QUESTION for YOU as PEERS!
What's in the "price", by "price" I am relating this to the listed price on the MLS. Is it the price that is confirmed on an REO that has very little "wiggle room" or is it the "short sale listed price in an unapproved short sale?" waiting for that first offer to get … (37 comments)
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Karen Monsour,REALTOR®, SSRS - SELLS FL WATER FRONT, SHORT SALE EXPERT!
Fort Lauderdale,
FL
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