Why Do Bad Appraisals Hurt Buyers/Sellers??? - 11/26/06 06:32 AM
How many times have you had to try to fix someone's situation when they were behind the eight ball because of a BAD APPRAISAL!!! This week we hope to close on a deed in lieu of foreclosure. These people bought this house just 4 years ago for $97,000. Because of a BAD … (24 comments)
Have a SAFE and Happy Thanksgiving! - 11/23/06 06:18 AM
Since more foodborne illnesses occur at home than any place else and having owned a restaurant for 17 years I have a few tips for everyone on this Thanksgiving Day: 1) Wash your hands continuously, especially when handling raw meat products and fresh produce. 2) Wash and sanitize all food prep areas and … (3 comments)
You Might Be A Real Estate Agent... - 11/19/06 05:43 AM
Jeff Foxworthy's "...you might be a red-neck" routine is hilarious! Let's have some fun with our profession. Here's a start: 1) If you fill up your gas tank in the morning and your gas gauge is tilting towards "E" my noon...you might be a real estate agent. 2) If you come home from work … (21 comments)
Mold...A Real Killer!!! - 11/17/06 04:45 AM
I just read about Bryant Tutas story Blinded by False Hope! What an ugly situation! I'm interested in knowing more about mold situations. Up here in Iowa, it is extremely rare, and scares the heck out of people. I'm in the process of listing a home that had a small plumbing leak … (12 comments)
What is one of the funniest things that has happened to you in real estate? - 11/13/06 08:04 AM
Has there ever been a time when you were involved in a real estate endeavor and thought you were on Candid Camera? Did something really humorous happen to you in real estate? About 25 years ago something happened to me that has never happened since...I was speechless! Most of my friends know … (1 comments)
Home Warranties for your clients - 11/10/06 07:43 AM
How often do you have home warranties on your listings? How often do you write home warranties on your offers? Which home warranty company do you prefer and why? What is the cost for the warranty? What is the deductable for the warranty? 25 years ago I had a difficult time "selling" warranties to my clients. … (11 comments)
The real estate market in Davenport, Iowa. - 11/08/06 12:21 AM
Location Characteristics: Davenport is a beautiful river town that is rich in heritage, culture, and quality of life! It is located approximately halfway between Chicago and Des Moines on I-80 at the Mississippi River and is part of Quad Cities USA. Terrain varies from flat corn fields to heavily wooded … (4 comments)
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How many times have you had to try to fix someone's situation when they were behind the eight ball because of a BAD APPRAISAL!!! This week we hope to close on a deed in lieu of foreclosure. These people bought this house just 4 years ago for $97,000. Because of a BAD … (24 comments)
