Blog entries tagged with "sellers":


sellers: Success...where is IT! - 04/30/07 10:24 PM
Success, what does that mean for you?  Albert Schweitzer once wrote, "Success is not the key to happiness.  Happiness is the key to success.  If you love what you are doing, you will be successful."
Here's 7 simple steps I came across that I trust will help you achieve your happiness and success.
Believe … (20 comments)

sellers: A Sign, the MLS and a Prayer - 04/30/07 05:51 PM
 
As a real estate agent, I often wonder why some sellers choose one agent over another.  The fact that their are so many agents to choose from must drive the general public crazy. Or does it?  In my quest to improve my services and to understand how and why people … (5 comments)

sellers: Bucks County Real Estate - 04/30/07 03:23 PM
Are you searching for real estate for sale in Bucks County, PA?  Visit my website at http://www.ephiladelphiarealestate.com/ and search the entire MLS system for Bucks County Real Estate.
Just like a real estate agent, you can now search thousands of homes for sale in Bucks County, PA. Search Bucks County Real Estate
Search … (0 comments)

sellers: 2006 Wenatchee Valley Market Overview - 04/30/07 10:57 AM
The North Central Washington real estate market experienced a record setting year in 2006! Wenatchee's home prices in particular rose at the second fastest rate in the nation, second only to Bend, OR...and the 2007 forecast isn't too bad itself at 16.7% (http://money.cnn.com/magazines/moneymag/moneymag_realestate/snapshots/359.html (CNN Money - 2007 Market Forecast).For more intensive information … (0 comments)

sellers: Does anyone like going on tour? - 04/30/07 08:05 AM
Our real estate office has an agent meeting every Tuesday morning. After the meeting , we go and tour a few of the most recent listings. It is good to do this for a couple of reasons; (1) the agents that have their listing on tour get first hand exposure and feedback … (9 comments)

sellers: ARE YOU THE BEST ?…… WHAT SEPARATES "YOU" FROM THE REST? - 04/29/07 09:27 PM
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sellers: Home Security Scares Off My Buyers.... - 04/29/07 02:55 PM
    My Buyers emailed me with 17 homes that they wanted to see in a specific area.  They said that we could do the home tours over the course of a couple days because 17 homes is a lot in one day...
                                    Well, I am Super Agent...   
                                                                           (please note...this … (7 comments)

sellers: I'm not a Salesperson...I'm Just Me - 04/29/07 01:04 PM
I'm Not A Salesperson....I'm Just Me  
I never pictured myself as a Salesperson. As I look back of areas in my life where I have excelled, it would appear that I am a Salesperson!
Even in my chosen profession, I would not call myself a Salesperson. Perhaps, Home Specialist? But I … (11 comments)

sellers: Looking for the best PRICE when selling your home?? - 04/28/07 05:42 PM
 
In the real estate industry, the concept of value is vague. The value of a house (or condo, or co-op, or townhouse) fluctuates often, based on many situations, such as an ever-changing market conditions, the condition of the home, and the costs associated with owning it.
For that reason, it's difficult … (0 comments)

sellers: Don't Believe the Media Hype - 04/28/07 02:48 PM
The Danbury News Times had an article earlier this week titled Home Sales Bubble Bursts.
In this article, they include information such as:
"Danbury-area real estate numbers show the region has not been immune to the slowdown""Home prices have dropped about 10 percent in the region"While our market may not be as "hot" … (4 comments)

sellers: Buying Real Estate - Cold Feet - 04/28/07 02:23 PM
It is not unusual for first time buyers, especially, to view the house-buying process as a nerve-wracking one. Understandable, some buyers have second thoughts as they review their decisions to buy. "Buyers Remorse" is an emotional response that some people have towards a real estate transaction.  Fore some home-buyers, these feeling … (2 comments)

sellers: La Costa (Carlsbad) Golf Course Homes - 04/28/07 10:16 AM
If you are looking for Carlsbad homes for sale, why not look in La Costa?
La Costa (zip code 92009) is an area of Southeast Carlsbad centered around the world-renowned La Costa Spa and Resort. This residential community if generally considered to be bordered on the west by El Camino Real, the … (7 comments)

sellers: 3614 Pontiac Drive, Carlsbad, CA - 04/28/07 01:09 AM
JEFF DOWLER, ABR, CRS, e-PRO, SRES, REALTOR
RE/MAX Associates, 1509 Encinitas Boulevard, Encinitas, CA  92024
(760) 840-1360 direct 
(800) 364-5719 ID#3618  (24/7 InfoLine)
You may also email me at JDowler@remax.net with any questions and to arrange a private tour of this home
Visit my website for more information.
 
MORE BUYER AND SELLER INFORMATION:
First Time Buyer Central (blog)
Relocation … (2 comments)

sellers: Harford County, WE WANT YOU! - 04/27/07 08:14 PM
Harford County is hot! Come see what we have to offer!! Mark & Gloria, "The Price Team", are affiliated with the top office in the county. Long and Foster, BelAir, has a reputation to speak for itself. #1 above the rest, Long and Foster, and The Price Team, guarantee your satisfaction.
Our … (0 comments)

sellers: Ten Tips to Speed Up Your Home Inspection - 04/27/07 07:35 PM
Sellers can speed their home inspection by following these suggestions. The inspection will go smoother, with fewer concerns to delay closing. Confirm that water, electric and gas service are on, with gas pilot lights burning. Ensure pets won't hinder the inspection. Ideally, they should be removed from premises or secured outside. … (0 comments)

sellers: Ten Tips to Speed Up Your Home Inspection - 04/27/07 07:26 PM
Sellers can speed their home inspection by following these suggestions. The inspection will go smoother, with fewer concerns to delay closing.
Confirm that water, electric and gas service are on, with gas pilot lights burning. Ensure pets won't hinder the inspection. Ideally, they should be removed from premises or secured outside. … (1 comments)

sellers: Child Proof Before Showing - 04/27/07 12:09 AM
As you prepare your home for the market, keep in mind that some of the people who will look at your home may bring along small children. Families with children may be looking for a larger home with more bedrooms and a bigger yard.Prospective buyers will be accompanied by a real … (4 comments)

sellers: Working with Senior Clients - Sellers (Part 1 of 2) - 04/26/07 10:34 PM
For many of us working with buyers and sellers in the "baby boomer" generation and beyond is becoming increasingly common.
As the population shifts, we are seeing a larger percentage of folks who are living longer, and the overall percent of our population in the "over 50" category is growing.
This … (23 comments)

sellers: REALITY CHECK.... Stepping Into the Seller's Shoes - 04/26/07 09:12 AM
Good-morning.....
I have a question for all you realtors out there.....
I previously wrote about a REALITY CHECK... Stepping Into the Buyers Shoes.  It's about how my wonderful husband and I were looking for a new home. And as  buyers, it gave me a real reality check about how we present ourselves as realtors.  … (2 comments)

sellers: MY BLEACHED BLACK SOCKS - 04/26/07 08:11 AM
I love dressing up when I get an appointment to meet with sellers.
It shows that I am successful at what I do and it also makes me feel good about myself.
Usually I will wear either a shirt and tie or a more relaxed look in a polo shirt and I would normally … (32 comments)

sellers: Themes or Chaos? - 04/25/07 11:41 PM
Are Themes Useful, or do they just get in the way?  
Are themes used in staging new homes anymore?  Do you consider the exterior style of the home and where it is located to define a theme for the interior of the home?  How many themes should you use in the presentation of a … (11 comments)

sellers: Color in Staging - Grape and Green! - 04/25/07 10:51 PM
What are you doing to sell your home quicker and for more money? 
Okay, I'm a guy, but I do like color and the color of the exterior and interior of a home matters.  I live in Olathe, Kansas in Johnson County and there is a standard response I hear when it … (17 comments)

sellers: When Your Clients Thank You - 04/25/07 08:07 PM
I think I had an experience today that made me feel more valued for my services than ever before. I went to my client's house this evening to meet the buyer's agent there. He wanted to do a final walk thru before the final walk thru with his buyer. I get … (19 comments)

sellers: Home Wildlife Control at Home - 04/25/07 03:49 PM
Control Wildlife Damage Around the Home With Common Sense Control Methods   Whether you are a home gardener, enjoy landscaping around your home or just own your own home, there are times when certain species of wildlife can become a nuisance or a pest and cause damage to plants and even … (1 comments)

sellers: Square Pegs and Round Holes - Or is it Oil and Water? - 04/25/07 01:55 PM
Do you fit with your buyer or seller client? Yes? No? How do you know? What do you think they would say?
Are you a square peg in a round hole? Or are you and your client oil and water?
Most of us probably fit pretty well with our clients, most of … (5 comments)

sellers: NH HOMES FOR SALE,NH REAL ESTATE,Selling Your Home in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire in a Buyer's Market. - 04/25/07 11:54 AM
If you are planning to sell your home,Waterfront property on the shore of Lake Winnipesaukee or anywhere in the State of New Hampshire here is some useful Real Estate information for you.
                         Selling a Home in a Buyer's Market  … (0 comments)

sellers: NH REAL ESTATE,Buying Real Estate in the New Hampshire Lakes Region. - 04/25/07 11:37 AM
 
If you are looking to buy a home, or a waterfront property in the NH Lakes Region, on the shore of Lake Winnipesaukee, or anywhere in the State of New Hampshire here is some useful Real Estate information. 
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sellers: "I need to sell at $205,000 ... and not a penny less!!" - 04/25/07 11:17 AM
Some sellers are just so-o-o determined to sell their home at a particular price. They have a price in their mind and they just don't want to stray from that price - no matter what buyers are telling them by giving them NO OFFERS! I previously wrote about the futility of … (8 comments)

sellers: Salt Lake City Market Update - 4/25/2007 - 04/25/07 10:34 AM
Nearing the end of April I am pleased to report that there has been an increase in listings that are priced at or near market level.
This will be a good thing for home values overall. (And for both Buyers and Sellers).
My clients have also been able to tell the difference and … (1 comments)

sellers: A list of ailing & defunct lenders, and a website... Buyers & Sellers beware? - 04/25/07 12:36 AM
Has anyone seen this site?  It's pretty much an eye-opener, how many companies have gone out of business and how many are ailing...http://lenderimplode.com/ Think of all the ways this effects current buyers and sellers...  Watch out which companies buyers have pre-approval letters from!  How many of you have had to answer … (6 comments)

sellers: Buying or Selling in Thousand Oaks - 04/25/07 12:17 AM
Have you recently thought about buying or selling a home in Thousand Oaks? As a broker/owner, a resident of Thousand Oaks for over 10 years, and a life long resident of Ventura County I am an expert in Thousand Oaks Real Estate. For information on what to look for to be … (0 comments)

sellers: PRE-LISTING INSPECTIONS - 04/24/07 08:57 PM
 
We are honored to have our first guest post from not only an experienced home inspection professional. . .but also the current president of the St. Louis ASHI Chapter and MAHI director, Harry Morrell.
Today's buyers have a large amount of previously owned homes from which to choose. Standing out from the crowd … (2 comments)

sellers: Rancho Santa Fe - Luxury Home Buyer's Paradise in San Diego - 04/24/07 05:11 PM
Rancho Santa Fe (downtown, shown left), in San Diego's North County, is a bucolic and affluent residential community on rolling hills filled with Eucalyptus trees and orchards (years ago thousands of Eucalyptus trees were planted to be used for the railroad, but the wood turned out to not be appropriate).
Located … (2 comments)

sellers: The Carrot and the Stick Part 2 - 04/24/07 03:42 PM
Okay I wrote this morning about updating the avacado green appliances to keep a potential buyer in your property for longer than a minute.  After I turned off the computer I spent 3 hours out with a buyer looking at some properties.  We both had a great laugh over the color combination … (1 comments)

sellers: The Carrot and the Stick - 04/24/07 09:58 AM
It seems that agents and their clients are looking for more and more creative ways to attract buyers to their homes.  I have seen listings that include cars, cruises, luxury hotel packages, plasma TV's and more.  I suspect that most of the agents and their clients haven't even stopped to … (3 comments)

sellers: Market Data for JAN. Through FEB. 2007 - Rancho Santa Fe, CA - 04/24/07 09:44 AM
Here are the summary statistics from the MLS for Rancho Santa Fe for January, February and March 2007. There are some things to note. [photo is of the Rancho Santa Fe Inn]
Rancho Santa Fe is a unique community in that the prices are very high, marketing times are long, and inventory … (1 comments)

sellers: This Week's Consumer Oriented Real Estate Carnival Visits General Wiggles - 04/24/07 08:00 AM
Jonathan Greene's Real Opionated stepped up to be a last-minute host of this week's Consumer-Oriented Blog Carnival and Sadie and I are much appreciated. The Carnival was presided over by General Wiggles and read Real Opionated's take on the Carnival.
He did a great job honoring several Active Rainers and those that … (2 comments)

sellers: When you are sitting at the closing table, who is the seller going to thank or blame for the final sales price? - 04/24/07 01:36 AM
Five thousand, ten thousand, fifteen thousand, twenty thousand? Those are the increments that are taken in the reduction of home prices. Is the market down? Yes. Is there record competition? Yes. Are there record numbers of foreclosures? Yes. Does this affect your ability to get top dollar for your home? You … (5 comments)

sellers: Building a New Home: Drive Up not Through! - 04/23/07 11:43 PM
Putting in your driveway.  What will it cost you?
You only need 3-4 inches (thickness) of concrete to put in a good driveway at your new home.  It's really fairly easy to calculate what is will cost you to put in the driveway.  Here's a concrete calculator from concrete.com that will assist you with the amount of … (6 comments)

sellers: Selling your Home: Where do I spend my Money! - 04/23/07 10:20 PM
Curb Appeal - if you can't get buyers in the door, you can't sell a buyer your home!
In the Sunday addition of the Kansas City Star was an article on Improve your home's curb appeal.  There were three items mentioned which would provide improvement to your home.  I would like to add to my … (6 comments)

sellers: FYE . . . YOU'RE GOING TO LOVE THIS ONE! - 04/23/07 08:19 PM
OK, first of all I am really very busy right now so have no business sitting here at my computer blogging ... but this one is wayyyy too good not to share!  I ran across this article which was written by a realtor for a homes magazine.  (I mean no offense to … (45 comments)

sellers: ARE YOU GETTING FRUSTRATED WITH FOR SALE BY OWNER . COMM? WANT YOUR $$ BACK? - 04/23/07 07:03 PM
Attention For Sale By Owners, (FBSO'S)
It is a tough market for sellers out there. In todays market in Baltimore County, it is definitely a buyers market. You have so much competition out there with your property. Look to a professional Realtor Team to get the job done. Mark & Gloria, "The … (0 comments)

sellers: Lead in Paint, Dust, and Soil - 04/23/07 06:28 PM
Did you know the following facts about lead?   FACT: Lead exposure can harm young children and babies even before they are born. FACT: Even children who seem healthy can have high levels of lead in their bodies. FACT: You can get lead in your body by breathing or swallowing lead … (2 comments)

sellers: Home Selling Strategies - 04/23/07 10:45 AM
The key to selling a home for the best possible price, and with the fewest number of hassles, is to attract as many potential buyers to the property as possible. The following are tips that will help you reach your home selling goals:
- 1) It is critical that you make your … (0 comments)

sellers: How to stay optimistic in a down market? Grill out! - 04/23/07 09:10 AM
It's understandable that many sellers are frustrated with the slow progress of their sale, or low level of interest their home is attracting recently.  Any many agents, at least in my home market of Loudoun County, feel they have over-used the bulk of their consoling comments, and are trying their best to keep optimistic in this … (4 comments)

sellers: When Buyers and Sellers Meet! - 04/23/07 08:53 AM
Yesterday was a rather unusual day.  To begin with it was Sunday and I rarely work on Sunday but I had a client who had seen another Brokers Listing two other times.  She wanted to make an offer but also wished to do so in person to the Seller.  In this … (9 comments)

sellers: Sellers doing "pre-listing" home inspections - 04/23/07 07:06 AM
I've been counselling would be sellers lately to consider having a prelisting home inspection by a licensed home inspector.  Specifically those whose homes are a little older or they feel they have left things go and want to make nice before putting the home on the market.  I have told them, this … (14 comments)

sellers: Buyer in the Box - 04/23/07 02:50 AM
How many of you have had buyers who contact you online, never want to talk on the phone, love to get listings emailed to them, but never seem to want to go out to look at the houses?  I've had a few of those, and I have to tell you - … (17 comments)

sellers: Real Estate Tips: Who wants more Referrals? - 04/23/07 01:05 AM
9 Things to Do for More Referrals
I think we all want to have more quality referrals.  Here are a 10 things you can try to put your referral business in a position to attract more high-quality referrals. 
1. Earn the RIGHT to get referrals. Bring high value quickly to every buyer or seller and exceed your clients' expectations.  … (4 comments)

sellers:

MIRAMAR HOMES FOR SALE- VIZCAYA REAL ESTATE - REALTOR - HERE TO SERVE YOU!

- 04/22/07 09:53 PM
For information about market conditions, recent sales, and a history of VIZCAYA, contact Michelle Burgos, GRI the Miramar Neighborhood Expert!  Visit: http://www.ilovemiramar.com/ and/or http://www.realestatewish.com/ for all of your real estate needs.  You may also obtain city news, events, local ads, restaurant guides and so much more.  We are here to provide you … (0 comments)

sellers: MIRAMAR FLORIDA HOMES FOR SALE - SILVER FALLS REAL ESTATE - REALTOR - HERE TO SERVE YOU! - 04/22/07 09:47 PM
For information about market conditions, recent sales, and a history of Silver Falls, contact Michelle Burgos, GRI the Miramar Neighborhood Expert!  Visit: www.ILoveMiramar.com and/or www.RealEstateWish.com for all of your real estate needs.  You may also obtain city news, events, local ads, restaurant guides and so much more.  We are here to provide … (0 comments)

sellers: Calavera Hills - Hillside Master Planned Community in Carlsbad, CA - 04/22/07 08:22 PM
Calavera Hills is another of Carlsbad's master planned communities (see also La Cost Ridge and La Costa Greens - links below). Location, views, and affordability combine to make this a community worthy of your attention if you are shopping for Carlsbad homes.
Carlsbad is located about 30 miles from San Diego, and Calavera … (7 comments)

sellers: Maryland, a wonderful place to reside - 04/22/07 07:28 PM
Thinking of making a move to Maryland? According to the local report on Baltimore's WJZ Channel 13 news, it is a definite time to buy in Maryland.. Read on.Reporting
(WJZ) BALTIMORE Sales are down and prices are up this spring, according to housing market specialists in the Baltimore region.As Derek Valcourt reports, … (0 comments)

sellers: Of Sharks, Birds, and Open Houses... - 04/22/07 04:57 PM
It's a beautiful day in Bothell, WA. I could give you the specifics (57 degrees, light breeze, blooms are budding and the birds are chirping), but it's enough to say that the sun is shining. Any day in the Puget Sound with a shiny orb beaming down on you is a … (3 comments)

sellers: Port Deposit Guide - 04/22/07 03:08 PM
Many of the buildings listed on the Walking Tour are private residences, and we request that you do not intrude on the privacy of the owners.
North Main Street 
14 North Main Street, Abrahams Building c. before 1867 This is the present site of  House #1 of  the Water Witch Fire  Company.  The fire company … (0 comments)

sellers: Attention Realtors: Setting the Stage is HUGE for Vacant Homes! - 04/22/07 02:08 PM
I recently wrote a blog for AR titled "Light Sells Homes". . .  a theory that I truly believe in.  Now I would like to make an addition to my blog . . . and vice versa!!!  There is a lot that has been written about the importance of staging for a vacant … (18 comments)

sellers: ELECTRICAL SAFETY - 04/22/07 09:39 AM
Electricity is an essential part of our lives. However, it has the potential to cause great harm. Electrical systems will function almost indefinitely if properly installed and not overloaded or physically abused. Electrical fires in our homes claim the lives of 485 Americans each year and injure 2,305 more. Some of … (4 comments)

sellers: Sellers: Spring Clean-Up for Your Yards - 04/22/07 09:17 AM
Spring has finally arrived here in Connecticut.  That means it's time to clean up your yards, especially if you're marketing your home for sale.  Winter can be tough on our lawns and our gardens.  A little work now can lead to great results for the rest of the spring and summer.  … (7 comments)

sellers: 17 WAYS TO SAFE ENERGY - 04/21/07 07:58 AM
17 Ways To Save EnergyWith the rising cost of energy cost, here are some easy to do tips to help lower your energy bill.
1. Get a home energy audit every couple of years from a Certified NACHI Home Inspector to find ways to cut costs.
2. Check with your utility company … (1 comments)

sellers: Do You Do Windows? - 04/20/07 08:43 PM
I'm curious...do you do windows?
I do!
I'm not talking about the chores at home - I suspect we all do them at home, or at least pay someone to do them periodically, maybe once a year. Or possibly we coerce someone in the family to take care of the dirt and grime. … (19 comments)

sellers: Rising Sun, Cecil County, Maryland 21908 Home Search - 04/20/07 07:54 PM
Rising Sun, Cecil County, Maryland 21908 Home Search
Nestled close to Conowingo and Port Deposit in Cecil County, Maryland is a small town, Rising Sun. Rising Sun has an old time, old town feel to it. On Main Street, there are local convieniences anyone could ask for. There are many local shops … (0 comments)

sellers: What Clauses do you add to your contracts? - 04/20/07 01:37 PM
I was curious on what clauses you add to your contract to protect your clients.  I know that state laws are different but I know that there are clauses that can be used in one form or another in each state.
I have used:
The property must appraise for at least purchase price … (2 comments)

sellers: Questions to ask your Realtor - 04/20/07 10:09 AM
Just like in any industry, there are many different levels of professionalism, integrity and knowledge which Realtors provide their clients. Often times the general public assume that all agents are the same; that Realtors and their services are a commodity. This couldn't be farther from the the truth!
In fact, the best … (7 comments)

sellers: OwnHomeShare - New Vacation Concept! Join us for the Next Sale: July 1, 2007! - 04/20/07 06:42 AM
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sellers: What Is Curb Appeal? - 04/19/07 09:25 PM
I had a weekly feedback call with one of my sellers today, and the topic came about that brought two specific questions:
What is curb appeal?How do I improve curb appeal? I gave my normal response to this question, and answered generally around the first impressions that a buyer will get upon … (3 comments)

sellers: Finding Buyers For Your Home - 04/19/07 09:23 PM
Where do homebuyers come from?

The Internet is where many buyers begin their search, but in fact 90 percent of both first-time and repeat home buyers turn to a trusted real estate professional to obtain reliable information regarding properties currently on the market.  
For this reason, when I market your home for … (0 comments)

sellers: Down to the Beach in Leucadia - 04/19/07 06:12 PM
Anyone who knows me well knows that I had a fondness for the beach. I'm OK not living right next to it (been there, done that) but I need to be within a relatively short distance. And of course the prices of waterfront living here in Southern California are pretty astronomical, so … (6 comments)

sellers: Colora, Cecil County, Maryland, Home Search 21917 - 04/19/07 05:36 PM
Colora, Cecil County, Maryland, Home Search 21917
Colora, Maryland is a very small town in Cecil County, Maryland. If you did not know what you were looking for you just may pass through it and not even know it. Colora has various opportunities for potential homebuyers, from new construction, pre-fabricated homes, historic properties, … (0 comments)

sellers: Relocation Buyers...a Valuable Source! - 04/19/07 02:17 PM
For the homeowner planning to sell, one of the best sources of ready, willing and able buyers are the "out-of-town" purchasers.  They posess all the qualities desired in a buyer, i.e. the motivation to purchase quickly, sufficient dwonpayment to qualify them for a mortgage, and stable employment to justify the purchase.  … (0 comments)

sellers: CITY OF PEMBROKE PINES PHONE & E-MAIL LIST - 04/19/07 09:33 AM
 
Information Provided By: Michelle Burgos, GRI Visit our sites: http://www.realestatewish.com/, www.ilovemiramar.com/ My Blog: bRAINstorming      
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sellers: "I Will Save You $5,000 On Your Home Purchase or Pay You $500" My Performance Guarantee - 04/19/07 08:14 AM
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Here's how it works...
We e-mail you new listings of Maryland … (0 comments)

sellers: Superior Knowledge! - 04/19/07 07:16 AM
Think back for a moment to your high school or college days.  Remember the one individual who always seemed to make high 90's or 100 on every exam?  That person rose above the rest of the crowd and always made straight "A"s.  But how did they do it?
There is a phrase … (1 comments)

sellers: Market Data for JANUARY through MARCH 2007 - Solana Beach, CA - 04/18/07 11:50 PM
Here are the summary MLS statistics for Solana Beach for January, February and March 2007.
A few things of note. The number of homes for sale, while not a large inventory, has remained fairly stable in Solana Beach. Given the number of new homes coming on the market each month is about … (1 comments)

sellers: 5 Simple Repairs When Preparing Your Home To Sell - 04/18/07 10:37 PM
Selling a piece of real estate can be a very eye-opening experience for most homeowners; you begin to get non-emotional feedback about the pros and cons of your home from prospective buyers. You are putting an asset to your family for the public to see, and in doing so, are exposing … (1 comments)

sellers: Why isn't my house selling? - 04/18/07 09:50 PM

Here in Miami Shores I get asked this question a lot?  Why aren't houses selling? Well....Today Rick came up with this great article in MSN Money called 6 Reasons Houses Don't Sell by Bankrate.com. (yes, it was Rick...no chuckles please). Make sure you read the article, our own Lenn Harley was quoted! 
 
The 6 Reasons Houses Don't Sell, according … (22 comments)

sellers: Open House Sunday April 29th! - 04/18/07 09:22 PM
Everyone is invited. The address is 131 S. Sixth Street, North Wales, PA Montgomery County. Come with all you real estate questions! Talk to you soon! … (0 comments)

sellers: **CHIVALRY...AKA...SERVICE IS NOT DEAD** - 04/18/07 09:10 PM
 
   I have wanted to do Virtual Tours for my Sellers...for ages. But the price tag was always a bit high!
 Well.... you can imagine how excited I was last week when Bruno Roldan ran his Love Links Special offering Free VT's for a year to the first 199 people who responded. I … (11 comments)

sellers: Conowingo, Cecil County, Maryland 21918 Home Search - 04/18/07 08:35 PM
Conowingo Maryland, is located in Cecil County, just over the Conowingo Dam. It has various opportunities for potential homebuyers, from new construction, pre-fabricated homes, historic properties, rural lifestyle, or developments.
Schools in the Conowingo area are; Conowingo Elementary, Perryville Middle School, Perryville High School, and amongst the limits of the Conowingo/Colora … (0 comments)

sellers: New Milford, CT - March, 2007 Real Estate Market Report - 04/18/07 07:22 PM
New Milford, Connecticut Real Estate UpdateMarch, 2007
Closed home sales in New Milford, Connecticut:
Single Family Homes:In March of 2007, there were 19 single family home sales closed in New Milford, CT.List Prices ranged from $239,900 - $1,295,000.Closed Sales Prices ranged from $215,000 - $1,115,000.
The average closed real estate sales price for single family homes in … (4 comments)

sellers: Should We Just Humor Them? - 04/18/07 05:13 PM
Sometimes when we work with our clients we have to deal with subjects which are difficult. Mrs. Seller may not realize how dusty the frame around her bathroom mirror has become and we need to give her that information. Pet owners become used to the Grand Mal odor Spot and Dizzy … (10 comments)

sellers: Brookfield, CT - March, 2007 Real Estate Market Report - 04/18/07 04:36 PM
Brookfield, Connecticut Real Estate UpdateMarch, 2007
Closed home sales in Brookfield, Connecticut:
Single Family Homes:In March of 2007, there were 9 single family home sales closed in Brookfield, CT.List Prices ranged from $174,900 - $949,900.Closed Sales Prices ranged from $135,000 - $895,000.
The average closed real estate sales price for single family homes in Brookfield for the … (0 comments)

sellers: The world's a stage... - 04/18/07 12:27 PM
Staging is a concept I see being emphasized more and more.  A vacant home, or one that is very dated, is supposed to sell quicker by being "staged."  In a market such as we're in, staging is as important as pricing and location.  My advice to my sellers is to spend … (0 comments)

sellers: What do you tell your selling clients? - 04/17/07 02:19 PM
With the talk throughout the nation of the "real estate bubble" and the "buyer's market" I have noticed a healthy increase in the weight people are placing in the days on market of a property.  This has led me to thing about what exactly it means to have a property that … (2 comments)

sellers: Real Estate Strategies: Neighborhood Nuisance? - 04/17/07 12:30 AM
Are you being a Neighborhood Nuisance?
Are you farming a neighborhood, subdivision or area?  What are you doing to let the neighbors know you are the expert in the area?  Have you setup a web site for the neighborhood where neighbors can have information on the neighborhood Home Association?  Can neighbors advertise … (34 comments)

sellers: Listings Lost In MLS Misinformation - 04/16/07 04:23 PM
While doing some research recently I did a MLS search where the property type = “Single Family Home”. In the results was a condominium. Whomever entered the data for the property had submitted it as a single family home.
So anyone looking for a condo, whether an it’s an agent … (0 comments)

sellers: Mexican Smothered Chicken - 04/16/07 02:19 PM
Jane's Mexican Smothered Chicken
*4 chicken breasts, cooked with quesadilla mix and salsa (mild, medium or spicy - whichever you prefer) - shred mixture and coolShredded Mexican cheeseSour cream8-inch flour tortillasRefried beans
In an 8-inch spring form pan, layer tortillas with chicken mixture, cheese, sour cream and black beans. Top layer should be … (5 comments)

sellers: Preparing sellers for "The Long Haul" - 04/16/07 09:24 AM
With the market moving in the direction it is.... at least in my area, sellers need to be ready to hunker down for a long listing period to sell their home. In addition, they need to be aware of the fact that to sell quicker, your sales price is really the … (1 comments)

sellers: Listings... A Picture is worth...what's the asking price? - 04/15/07 11:42 PM
In the Denver Metrolist you can list up to 10 photos of your listing. The MLS will take one for you.  You can hire for a nominal fee a company to come out and take the rest and maybe or maybe not pay for a virtual tour.  Worse case scenario, you dust off … (3 comments)

sellers: How to Make the MLS More Effective...it takes two! - 04/15/07 10:10 PM
You've listed your house, you and your agent have come up with a good price based upon the comps for your area its "live" in the MLS and now you are waiting for the calls to come in.  
You're still waiting...you've now been told, " you hear the news, it is a soft … (9 comments)

sellers: Harford County Home Search - 04/15/07 07:48 PM
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sellers: Market Data for FEBRUARY and MARCH 2007 - Cardiff, CA - 04/15/07 05:23 PM
Here are the summary market statistics from the MLS for Cardiff for February and March 2007.
The inventory is Cardiff remains somewhat limited, and the number of homes for sale in Cardiff has been fairly consistent, as is the rate of sales. There is less than a 4 month supply of attached … (2 comments)

sellers: Danbury, CT - March, 2007 Real Estate Market Report - 04/15/07 04:11 PM
Danbury, Connecticut Real Estate UpdateMarch, 2007
Closed home sales in Danbury, Connecticut:
Single Family Homes:In March of 2007, there were 26 single family home sales closed in Danbury, CT.List Prices ranged from $219,900 - $749,900.Closed Sales Prices ranged from $165,000 - $700,000.
The average closed real estate sales price for single family homes in Danbury for the … (0 comments)

sellers: What do you REALLY do for your clients??? I mean REALLY.... - 04/15/07 02:22 AM
Do you make a list of all the things you do for your clients, whether buyers or sellers - or make a full list of how much money you actually spend on every little thing you do?  Sit down and really think about this - next time you go for a … (26 comments)

sellers: FAQ Part IV - Follow up Questions? - 04/14/07 10:20 PM
Where do you get the particulars about auctions state to state?
I would start by searching with keywords auctioneer & your local state, you should get a hit on a local auctioneers association or at least a local auctioneer.
Most auctioneers, if they below to the local association, will have their logo and … (1 comments)

sellers: Good News for the Housing Market in San Diego? Maybe Elsewhere Too? - 04/14/07 09:52 PM
The latest report in the housing market in San Diego was relatively positive, but with mixed headlines.
As has been the trend for 34 months, the year-over-year number of sales declined, the largest drop since 1995. So what's the good news, you say?
Depending on your perspective as either buyer or seller, the positive news … (2 comments)

sellers: Sherman, CT - March, 2007 Real Estate Market Report - 04/14/07 05:49 PM
Sherman, Connecticut Real Estate UpdateMarch. 2007
Closed home sales in Sherman, Connecticut:
In March of 2007, there were 4 home sales closed in Sherman, CT.List Prices ranged from $299,900 - $514,900.Closed Sales Prices ranged from $299,900 to $505,000.
The average closed sales price was $383,725.  The median closed home sales price was also $365,000.
On average, these … (2 comments)

sellers: New Fairfield, CT - March, 2007 Real Estate Market Report - 04/14/07 05:31 PM
New Fairfield, Connecticut Real Estate UpdateMarch, 2007
Closed home sales in New Fairfield, Connecticut:
In March of 2007, there were 6 home sales closed in New Fairfield, CT.List Prices ranged from $419,000 - $749,000.Closed Sales Prices ranged from $390,000 - $709,000.
The average closed real estate sales price for New Fairfield was $519,000.The median closed … (2 comments)

sellers: Businesses for Sale by Owner - 04/14/07 01:39 PM
Can I sell my business by myself? Can a surgeon operate on himself? Can a homeowner sell his own home? Can an attorney defend himself in court? I would answer all of these questions in the same way. It can be done, but that does not mean that it should be … (0 comments)

sellers: Hollywood Florida Real Estate, Homes For Sale in Hollywood - 04/14/07 12:08 PM

To view and interactive list of Real Estate For Sale in Hollywood and all of Broward County simply click on link below.  This list includes Real Estate Homes For Sale in Cooper City , Miramar, Pembroke Pines, Davie, Weston, Hollywood, Southwest Ranches, Ft. Lauderdale, Sunrise, Plantation, Dania, Aventura, Miami, North Miami Beach, Margate, Lauderhill, … (0 comments)

sellers: Weston Florida Real Estate , Weston Homes For Sale - 04/14/07 11:54 AM
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