realty: Don't be naive, buy renters insurance
- 09/30/14 03:52 AM
College students probably get robbed more than any other class of people. Students are always broke and opportnities always exist because they just don't take the time to not only lock up their belongings, but to purchase a very inexpensive renters insurance policy.
I believe most students are just plain naive as well, and just don't believe that their friends, roommates, and peers will steal their property or try to sue them, but the reality is that they will be the first to do so out of nothing more than sheer desperation and opportunity.
If you are a college … (2 comments)
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realty: This ain't your Animal House rental anymore
- 09/23/14 04:27 AM
This ain't your Animal House rental anymore.
There may have once been a time when you had to fear renting your property to a group of college students and I am sure that the movie Animal House probably scared the bejesus out of you, but those days are over. Actually, there have been many instances when my landlord clients have directed me not to rent to college students. For the life of me, however, I cannot explain why.
These are the reasons you should be running to rent to college students in no particular order;
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realty: In a Slump? Hit the Reset Button
- 09/16/14 03:10 AM
Let's face it. Slumps in the real estate gig are inevitable. When business is going so well sometimes I find myself asking when it is going to come to an end. It happens to the best of us and it doesn't mean that there is anything wrong with you or what you are doing. It just means that you have to hit the reset button and follow a few simple steps to get back on track. Remember, this isn't baseball. You can't come up with some magical mascot to break the slump. There is real work involved. Here is what works … (1 comments)
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realty: Is Buyer's Remorse a Common Affliction?
- 09/11/14 03:46 AM
What does all of this tell you when it comes to buyers remorse? You either have to trust yourself or those you do business with in order to walk away from a transaction with a smile on your face. The culprit of all of this nonsense is almost always those trying to save a buck. Remember, cheap is expensive. Do it right from the start by either doing all of necessary research before buying or selling or interviewing at least three agents prior to buying or selling. With this in mind you will probably never have buyers remorse.
In the … (1 comments)
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realty: My book got me some leads
- 09/08/14 01:51 AM
My book got me some leads.
I tend to start my day by reading at my local Starbucks before heading off to my office or appointments. Usually I get a comment or two when people walk by, but recently I got a lot more when people stopped and started talking to me about it and asked for my card. I gotta read books like this more often!
But first, some insight. The title itself is a bit unsettling, "A World Without Jews."
I have always been curious as a Jew of what the world would be like if … (2 comments)
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realty: It's all about the O
- 09/08/14 01:33 AM
It's all about the O.
If you have ever looked up a property in the MLX or any real estate website and have found that most of the entries for information about the property is blank then you know what I am talking about, Ommission!
When listing a property every section in the MLX should be filled out in its entirity, including, but not limited to, directions to the property for crying out loud. I recently looked into a property for a client who wanted to know if the property could be rented before we went to see it. … (2 comments)
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realty: If I had to count on my sphere of influence I'd be broke
- 09/03/14 03:04 AM
If I had to count on my sphere of influence I'd be broke.
Any realtor knows that initial training in the business always teaches you to hammer your sphere of influence for leads; i.e., family and friends. What I have found, however, is that family and friends rarely hire me and if they do, make the worst clients.
This may sound like a rant, but for me it is just reality. My sphere knows what I do and count me amongst their best and closest friend or family member. Yet every time I run into one of them I am … (1 comments)
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realty: Are you ready for this Miami?
- 08/11/14 05:31 AM
Are you ready for this? Here is how Miami, Florida is attempting to reinvent its real estate self. The Miami new construction condo market is now 90% foreign owned. Things are looking good for the time being and realtors galore in Dade County are just eating it all up with their South American, Canadian, and British friends.
Sounds a lot like the 80s condo boom when "Miami Vice" was heating up, although back then it wasn't so much about investing as it was about money laundering. Today these buyers are simply making the same mistakes that led to the housing … (2 comments)
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realty: Now Selling New Housing Development in Orlando, Florida
- 08/11/14 05:13 AM
Interested in investing in Orlando, Florida real estate again? Now may be the time. Prices are increasing again and the city of Orlando is fast growing as one of the nation's elite vacation and primary destinations. Encore Club is just four miles away from Disney World and includes resort style amenities galore. Call Morris Massre of BHHS Realty at 954-214-6014 to arrange a private viewing of the premises and additional information and brochures. I look forward to helping you!
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realty: Home for Sale in Silverlakes of Pembroke Pines
- 07/11/14 06:22 AM
Home for sale in Silverlakes of Pembroke Pines.
In this new era of home sales in South Florida it is a rarity to find a single family home in Broward County ready for a new owner. This spacious and lovely two story home offers a split floor plan with a bedroom and full bath on the ground floor and a loft on the second along with three more bedrooms and two more baths. It is offered at $430,000. and we are realtor friendly.
Located in the Treasure Shores subdivision of Silverlakes, this home boasts dual air conditioners, laminate … (0 comments)
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realty: These are tough times for South Florida's first time homebuyers
- 05/13/14 04:19 AM
These are tough times for South Florida's first time homebuyers.
These buyers who were scared off from buying during the recession have now come back with a vengence. They eagerly want to buy a home and are credit worthy. Only problem is they are competing in a market that is inundated with foreign cash buyers and overpriced homes.
Inventory is going up, so prices should be tapering off right? But this is not happening. Prices are still going up and sellers are eager to cash in. How did this happen? There is no easy answer, but I can only … (3 comments)
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realty: The six rules of a successful listing appointment
- 05/09/14 03:02 AM
Keep it conversational. Ask questions from your audience, present challenges and offer solutions. Never make the same pitch twice. Each sales pitch should be tailored specifically to each audience. Everyone loves stories. Telling good stories in your sales pitch requires gathering as much intelligence about your audience as possible. Find out what the buyer or investor is interested in and paint a creative picture of how your product or idea aligns with those interests. Explore potential objections candidly. Before your pitch, think through all potential objections, like budget, demand, time, etc., from your audience and be prepared to fully address those … (1 comments)
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realty: Activerain brings out the best in realtors
- 05/05/14 03:47 AM
Activerain brings out the best in realtors.
Unlike other real estate websites Activerain members tend to go out of there way to help one another. You could argue that it is the point system that drives agents, but I don't buy it. I have had numerous occasions when I needed help and someone out there has come to my rescue and was happy to do it!
Isn't this the way our fraternity is supposed to conduct themselves? It just goes to show that doing the right thing and helping one another is so much better than selfishly looking … (1 comments)
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realty: A fancy kitchen remodel doesn't mean you can ignore the exterior
- 04/30/14 03:27 AM
I have been to numerous homes where the homeowner would spend a fortune on their dream kitchen only to ignore the rest of the house. And although I am in favor of a kitchen remodel above all else when it comes to the pecking order of things to do to sell a home, if that is all you do then you are probably headed for a loss.
I took a client to see one such house recently. All of the pictures the selling agent laid out were mostly of the kitchen and hot tub, which nobody gives a rats ass … (1 comments)
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realty: Dania Beach Condo For Rent
- 04/22/14 02:27 AM
Dania Beach condo for rent.
This lovely 2/2 waterfront condo has been completely remodeled and boasts a beautiful new kitchen with granite countertops, wood cabinets, and stainless steel appliances. Located on the third floor, the unit has a fantastic view of the lake from its very own screened-in patio. There is a community washer and dryer as well on each floor as well as an elevator.
But best of all, this building in Meadowbrook has no age restrictions and is a short bike ride away from the beach and park. You cannot beat this location for the money, only $1500. … (0 comments)
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realty: Keep On Trucking...
- 04/15/14 12:57 AM
In South Florida if you are competing against cash as a buyer you are doomed. I know this first hand because I have been out with buyers in the last two years and experienced rejection after rejection.
My most recent experience is quite disheartening, so if you have a sensitive side you might not want to read this. However, if you are buyer looking to move here and plan on financing you better continue on. My buyers are highly motivated, not very picky, extremely qualified, and have a large down payment. Anyone would kill for a client or buyer like … (1 comments)
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realty: Lakefront Tamarac Townhome For Sale
- 03/04/14 01:46 AM
Lakefront Tamarac, Florida Townhome for sale.
Offered at $159,900. this lovely, one of a kind townhome boasts a private, screened-in patio overlooking the lake, a one car garage, three bedrooms and 2-1/2 baths, ample parking, and a private community pool nearby. Call Morris Massre of Berkshire Hathaway to view. At this price it certainly will not last long on the market. This is not an REO or short sale, so a quick closing is not out of the question. Currently tenant occupied, but lessee is willing to stay for next investor landlord. This is a very good, tailor made real estate … (0 comments)
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realty: My seller's lawyer wants cash only on home sale
- 02/27/14 02:43 AM
So my seller's lawyer calls me and says that he wants to eliminate the clause that states the buyer can purchase via cash or mortgage loan and replace it with cash only. Now, you would think that if this guy is as smart and savvy a lawyer as he represents then he would know that by eliminating the mortgage clause you are eliminating most of your primary buyers.
I have found that cash deals are great...for investors! That is why they pay cash. They want a deal. A primary, especially in a tough South Florida market, is the better prospect … (1 comments)
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realty: What you should never leave a listing appointment without explained
- 02/24/14 02:14 AM
What you should never leave a listing appointment without explained.
Of course, the most important thing to leave with is a contract, so that goes without being said, but here are my six top things an agent should not leave a listing appointment withou. I like to prep my future clients in advance by asking them to retrieve these items prior to my arrival. This will save you a great deal of time and aggravation.
Title policy, speeds up closing. Warranty deed, proof of ownership. HOA Docs, should buyer ask for them. All loan documentation, for mortgage payoff. Extra … (0 comments)
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realty: Intelligent Housing for the Ultra Religious
- 02/10/14 02:30 AM
Intelligent housing for the ultra religious.
With the condo boom in Miami in full swing comes a new and spiritual way to sell these ultra plush, high dollar buildings. Starting in the $3 million dollar range, these condos offer a rooftop swimming pool over the ocean, bedrooms with two bathrooms each, kitchens with two of each appliance, and intelligent lighting and elevators.
Essentially the different electrical devices work on their own during the sabbath so that you do not have to touch any of them. For instance, on Friday evenings your stove will kick on before the sabbath and stay … (0 comments)
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College students probably get robbed more than any other class of people. Students are always broke and opportnities always exist because they just don't take the time to not only lock up their belongings, but to purchase a very inexpensive renters insurance policy. 
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