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Have you ever felt the frustration of working with bank owned properties either as a buyer's agent or attempting to work on behalf of a seller facing foreclosure and in need of a short sale?
I am taking a page from my personal life and turning it into a coaching session. Hope you pick up some pointers or take the opportunity to share your tips and techniques, or even vent, by posting a comment.
So, there I was feeling sick waiting for a close that I hoped would close. I say hope, because two days before the closing date I was still sending needed documents. Oh, I warned them. I warned them all. No way we can close that quickly. When do you get your check? Well, … (3 comments)
Are you a salespreson or a project manager? Or both? 
Advertisers attempt to make you think they are all that and then some while the media and some financial advisors make them sound like they are a horrible way to go. Let's see if we can help you decide for yourself.
For those of you who weren't aware, the 2008 Colorado Association of REALTORS summer conference just took place in the stunningly beautiful area of Keystone Colorado. I mention the 'stunningly beautiful' part because it's just 'wow' and if you haven't been there, put it on your list!
Rule # 1 don't mention problems in your advertising -- yet is this a sound stategy in today's market?
Problems with Phoenix Real Estate
The page on East Valley Living entitled Phoenix Real Estate has this statement on it.
Staff: I have read some posts commending You and some complaining about You!
I was talking with a client last week, and I was suggesting that she needed to be more consistent with her lead generation systems and with the ideas we were kicking around. She then went on to tell me that being consistent was her biggest problem.
I cannot tell you how many times I have taken a client in to a house only to be told that it 'smells.' This can be a good smell or a bad smell, but anything that offends the senses will be noted.
Shown below you will see an email I received yesterday from a long time friend and realtor in Denver, Becky Lascano. I am not sure who originated the information, but thank you for writing it so it could be passed onto me. Also let me say I don't usually pass on … (10 comments)
Would you call me a real estate salesperson? Yes, but I am a different sort of real estate agent. I am more of a real estate counselor than salesperson...but I do love to sell. If I have something wonderful to offer, a superb answer to a knotty problem, something that will make someone's … (2 comments)
Ultimately, we would all love to be debt free and live the American Dream. But WHAT IS THE AMERICAN DREAM?
What the heck is going on I can't upload any picutures, it there an AR glitch?
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Between the ups & downs in the market, the showings in the dead of winter, the constant updating of the laws, rules & technology, this is not a job for the weak of heart. Don't get me wrong, I do love my job, but sometimes I think its gonna drive me … (0 comments)
This is my personal opinion about a newer type flooring that is beginning to show up around here. Yesterday was the day of the week when all of the area agents go on "tour" to see the new listings that have come on the market. Lately there have been fewer … (0 comments)
1. Fickle Future...you are only as good as your last transaction
OK, I get this new client who wants to do business with me. They contact me on Monday. Today is Tuesday. They have "a lot of business" to do with me and have actually heard that I'm the "man with a plan." In other words, I can get things done when … (2 comments)
When I was new to the real estate business I of course made mistakes. Everyone does. Although I often make little mistakes, nothing compares to this major one I was making over and over again.
Subprime mortgages have now been credited for bankrupting well over 110 lenders and seriously damaging operations at many major mortgage firms. They've reportedly wiped out 5 hedge funds, tens of thousands of jobs, and have led to millions of foreclosures with millions more on the way. And, as if that weren't … (0 comments)
I have encountered a situation recently that really has me concerned and would appreciate your input on this. I made a bid on a short sale property in Manteca and a week later received a counteroffer from the agent stating that the hot tub wasn't staying and that the property was a short … (17 comments)
Written by:Darleen McCullen, REALTOR®, BrokerKeller Williams RealtyPhone: 919.454.8864Email: darleen@darleenmc.com
I've been seeing these things a lot lately. Those black tubes stretched across the various roadways I drive. At first I thought they were some kind of traffic enforcement device and there were cops lurking nearby waiting for suckers like me to fly over them at unlawful speeds. But no, they are actually … (9 comments)
This is about the 4th blog about my love affair with my Treo 650 phone that does so much for me and that I loved more than my Treo 680 replacement.
I am not sure if I am right or wrong with this thought. Nonetheless I am quite curious as to what other people may think...
Do you have any real estate related questions or concerns? Or would you like to share any unusual experiences ? Open for discussion. … (0 comments)
Craigslist in my opinion has become the home of Desperate Agents and Shady Middle Men who basically post properties they have no business posting. Try going on Craigslist and searching for bank owned homes. You will either find ridiculous ads stating 
I was having a discussion with a fellow Training Director for a real estate office, and he shared some training woes with me. I tried to help him with his predicament, drawing upon my own experience in training. As the Director of Training for my market center, I am tasked with … (11 comments)
Each of us approach an inspection from a different perspective when we are talking buyers, sellers, inspectors and Realtors...but the end result should be some clarity about the conditions found and good information leading to a "buy or no buy" conclusion. This decision is the buyers to make (not mine). 
What Do You Do With Crappy Loan Officers?
By David Allen
I'm very interested in knowing how realtors, appraisers, inspectors, lending agents, etc. feel about the comment below.
A few months ago I was at home thinking about all sorts of ways to make more money. I had written them down and began to make a list of contact numbers, etc. Then one day I was talking to one of the trainers in our office about how he had become so successful … (9 comments)
Last month I had a deal fall through which involved an Investor, a shady Realtor, a questionable Lender and an alleged Title Company the Investor worked with.
Seemingly everyone knows that friends and family are the foundation for building a successful real estate business. They are your first line of customers and referrals. Obviously most people in your sphere of influence will come to you when they need advice or services related to real estate. What about those … (0 comments)
Sometimes there are defects in a house that the homeowners no longer notice, such as small leaks in the roof or a basement that only gets damp when it rains. When the house is on the market, they don't have a real sense of urgency about having such defects repaired. The … (1 comments)
I was not able to to solve my Equifax credit report errors through witting letters, I escalate my issue to their executive customer service team. Here's the info: Dinah Watson Dinah.Watson@equifax.com ph: (404) 885-8122 fx: (404) 885-8083
Well after reading Jeff's blog this morning, I just had to write. He is so right on what he said. Here in Northwest Florida there are still some investors around. For how long...no one knows. I have a rental property here and my taxes and insurance have doubled. That means two … (7 comments)
Tops on the list of getting a property that is a real ‘bargain' is to buy a bank-owned home that's below market value, fix it up and earn instant equity.
Have you ever wished that you had a direct line to God? Even better - have you ever wished you could just point and click to get God's answer to questions re: a particular subject?
Last September I purchased a new Dell computer. It came in a cool box, sleek and gunmetal gray. Everything on it was wireless and worked seamlessly with this little box in my office with the blinking lights. I was happy as a clam for almost a year, and that is when … (6 comments)
Okay, so you've been working with your realtor, Agent Jones, for a couple weeks now and you just don't feel like the relationship is working out very well. What should you do? 
When we were visiting the trade show at FAR today, we stopped by the booth of one of our vendors. We commented that we liked the product a lot, and then got into a conversation. After a while, we said that while we loved the product, and received many positive phone … (1 comments)
I don't think I have ever sold a home where the buyer didn't have the home inspected. I've had a few homes that even had the contract cancelled due to the inspection. If you're a buyer and aren't sure if you should have the home inspected or not, then definitely have … (1 comments)
Be upfront and disclose to your realtor any problems with the property. The