san diego real estate: Wrong Flower! - 06/06/12 12:25 AM
 
I found this funny short story and can't help but to share it here.  I hope it will make your day too.

 
 
 
A client bought a new home and the broker wanted to send flowers for the occasion. They arrived at the home and the owner read the card; it said "Rest in Peace". The owner was angry and called the florist to complain. After he had told the florist of the obvious mistake and how angry he was, the florist said. "Sir, I'm really sorry for the mistake, but rather than getting angry you should … (3 comments)

san diego real estate: Funny Listings! - 06/03/12 09:50 PM
Try and work for it!

This is your private travel dreams in your personal throne!
I don't think this is boring!

You must be alive,alert and enthusiastic before you can even head downstairs.

In a hurry? No problem!

It's a special feature!

 
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san diego real estate: Funny Real Estate Ads! - 05/31/12 08:48 AM
Creativity is the key to most any advertising campaign, Realtors® are no exception. Sometimes when trying to describe a property you simply have to be creative and come up with words that will catch the attention of the reader, sometimes it works better than others....
Plumbing sold separately: This phrase was used to promote a vandalized home in an ad on Loopnet.com, noting that the home had been stripped of it's plumbing as reflected in the price of under $25,000.
 
Fixer-Upper: Generally meaning the previous occupants kicked in all the walls and smashed all the windows before vacating.
 
Handyman … (3 comments)

san diego real estate: Funny Interview Questions - 05/30/12 10:01 PM
Glassdoor.com has spent time going through the thousands of interview questions shared by job candidates to come up with a list of the Top 25 Oddball Interview Questions.
"If you were shrunk to the size of a pencil and put in a blender, how would you get out?" - Asked at Goldman Sachs, Analyst position "How many ridges [are there] around a quarter?" - Asked at Deloitte, Project Analyst position "What is the philosophy of Martial Arts?" - Asked at Aflac, Sales Associate position "Explain [to] me what has happened in this country during the last 10 years." - Asked at … (5 comments)

san diego real estate: Things to Tell Your Real Estate Buyer Clients Early On - 05/29/12 10:02 PM
 

 
 
Real estate deals fall through every day for a variety of reasons. Unfortunately, many times these deal-killer scenarios could have been avoided if the real estate agent or broker had just educated their buyer clients as to the process before the first purchase contract was written.
 
Don't be afraid of giving your buyer clients an early education in problems that might be encountered, how they are usually resolved and your role in the process. Negative surprises in the emotionally charged and time-sensitive home purchase process can be avoided in many cases by going through a checklist … (3 comments)

san diego real estate: Another REAL ESTATE AGENTS MYTHS! - 05/28/12 10:33 PM




They have big hair.
Fact: Though occasionally real estate agents do have big hair, most are regular people who get up in the morning just like you do, and go to work just like you do. Many real estate agents, in fact, are going bald due to stress related hair loss. Same with the fancy dagger-shaped manicures; in actuality, many real estate agents have bitten their nails down to nubs.
 
 
 



Real Estate Agents drive luxury cars while talking on their cell phones.
This might just be a coincidence with all the … (4 comments)

san diego real estate: Just a Little Laugh - Funny Scared Pics - 05/26/12 10:44 PM
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san diego real estate: Should I Work With An Agent To Sell My Home? - 05/26/12 10:14 PM
 
The economy is down right now, and that has to do with events that have taken place in the real estate market. Many people feel that they are going to be able to save thousands of dollars in commission by selling their house on their own, rather than using an agent, since most agents take about two or three percent of the final sale price from the seller. Here are a few reasons why it may prove to be more financially sound to sell your home with the assistance of an agent, rather than doing it on your own. First … (4 comments)

san diego real estate: 3 Tips to Make this Year Your Best Year Yet - 05/26/12 01:11 AM
 
Are you wondering how to break through your own glass ceiling and make this year your best year yet?
 
Here are 3 tips to help you be at the top of your game:
 
1. Cultivate a positive mindset, no matter what:
 
Did you know that your success depends on your mindset, not on the economy? Here are some things you can do that make sure that you are thinking positively.
 
Focus on all the positive things in your life. Was your house warm when you woke up? Did your car start? Appreciating even the small things … (2 comments)

san diego real estate: Size (and space) Matters - 05/22/12 10:45 PM
 
The size of your home plays a factor in its perceived value. Some houses are perceived to be bigger than they are, and this perception of value can significantly increase the price that you can get for your home. Remember, price is the amount that you are selling your home for, while value is the buyer’s perception of your home’s worth. Your buyer will be more likely to pay your asking price, if they believe they are getting a good value for their investment. This concept is simple, but effective in increasing the chances of a sale. The more space … (3 comments)

san diego real estate: When Does 2+1 = 2? - 01/31/12 04:38 PM
Here’s a quick note to let you know how you and I can help the people you care about.
 
Recently a friend stopped me and asked, “Did my cousin call you about Selling his house?”  The reason he asked was that in the past few weeks, he had recommended his cousin and two friends to me.  I asked him the names of the people he referred.  To our surprise, only one of the three had actually contacted me.
 
The advice I gave him was to call me directly whenever he knew someone who would benefit from my experience, then … (3 comments)

san diego real estate: Why Should I Invest in Real Estate? - 01/30/12 07:31 AM
Compared to other investments, real estate can provide much better yields. Most of the 1990's, The Standard & Poors Index posted earning yields of 5% to 6% on average. At the same time, the dividend yields of the S & P were only around 2% or less. Since dividend paying stocks tend to be much less volatile, the gains on the appreciation side would not normally be a significant factor.
At the same time, bond yields taken as a composite, showed only around 5% returns. Better yields were riskier, while safer bonds returned lower yields.
During the same time period, real estate … (0 comments)

san diego real estate: 15 Reasons Why Home Owners Sell & Move - 01/26/12 04:56 AM
American home owners sell and move, on average, every five to seven years. Why do home owners move? People who have lived in the same home for the past 30 years have a hard time understanding this phenomena. They are shocked that people move so often, but I know one thing for certain: Their day to sell and move will come as well.
Here are the top 15 reasons why people sell and move:
1) Home is too small. First-time home buyersoften outgrow their "starter" homes. Increased family size is the main reason home owners say they need a larger home. … (1 comments)

san diego real estate: Using the internet & technology to buy your next home - 01/25/12 04:50 AM
If you're considering making a move, you've probably already searched the Internet to see what's available.According to the 2010 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, nine out of ten buyers use the Internet as one of the information sources in their home search process.Here are just a few of the leading-edge techniques and strategies I provide to make your home buying and home selling process as seamless and rewarding for you as possible: A free e-mail service that sends out daily alerts about new home listings that meet your unique needs. Detailed neighborhood information, including school ratings, home values and crime … (0 comments)

san diego real estate: Why Your Memory Isn't What it Used to Be. 3 Ways to Make it Better! - 01/22/12 09:40 PM
If you want your memory to stay strong, you probably already know what to avoid -- excessive alcohol, beating your head on things, getting any older. What you probably didn't know is that there are other, lesser known everyday threats that may be slowly turning you into that guy from Memento.
1) Advertising: Between now and Election Day, you're going to see a variation of the ad below from dozens of candidates, several million times. The candidate will talk about how we need to bring back the America of the past, and you'll see images of 1950s-style white picket fences: ... post-war … (0 comments)

san diego real estate: ATTN: Realtor! You have a friend in San Diego. - 01/08/12 08:34 AM
Dear Fellow Realtor,
Happy New Year!!! I hope you had a wonderful winter holiday!!!
I know your time is valuable so I really appreciate you taking the time to read this.
I want to earn your business and I simply ask that you please keep my contact information and think of me whenever you have someone who is thinking about buying, selling, or investing in real estate in the San Diego County area.
Cities we service: We service all cities and communities in the San Diego County Area Only.
 
About ME (& our Team)
If you know much about the … (0 comments)

san diego real estate: Top Questions to Ask a Realtor Before Hiring One - 01/06/12 05:22 AM
Holidays are over, and the sun is shining in winter. You gotta love San Diego! In a few short weeks, an influx of buyers will begin their search for their next homes. If you're looking to sell, there is no better time to get maximum exposure for your home.But, no matter how many buyers are out there, you need the right real estate agent to bring the buyers to YOU! Finding a solid, professional agent means getting beyond the resume, and into what makes an agent really effective. These questions are a great starting point, and I'd be happy to answer … (2 comments)

san diego real estate: Buying A Home After A Short Sale or Foreclosure - 12/30/11 06:54 AM
Waiting Period to Purchase After a Short Sale or Foreclosure
 
Depending on which lending institution you ask you will receive different timeframes allowed to purchase again after a short sale or foreclosure. The reason is some lenders have credit overlays, which translates into stricter underwriting guidelines than Fannie Mae and FHA have published.  The following guidelines are as written in the governmental agencies published underwriting manuals.
 
There are lesser timeframes allowed if there are documented Extenuating Circumstances involved. These are events beyond the control of the borrower, such as a serious illness or death of a wage earner, and … (0 comments)

san diego real estate: 10 Tips To Help Sell Your Home Fast In A Down Market - 12/22/11 08:26 AM
To make sure your home sells in a down market, there are a few things that you can do.
You have to be willing to price it right:  If you’re going to sell your home in a down market, you may have to be willing to make some concessions on price.    In many areas foreclosures have depressed the prices quite a bit.  While you may not be able to cut your price to the level of some of those bank owned homes, you can still do your research as to what comparable homes are selling for, and undercut their prices.  You … (0 comments)

san diego real estate: What Todays Buyers Look Like - 12/22/11 08:25 AM
There was so much helpful and interesting information presented at Annual.   Sometimes it can be a little overwhelming!  Only now, a few weeks later, am I catching up on all of the excellent information.  One item that is particularly valuable and worth taking a closer look at is the results of our recent survey, The 2011 National Association of REALTORS® Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers. It’s a useful picture of the latest trends in real estate.
What stood out to me was that home buyers are:
Older Have higher incomes Are more likely to be married Naturally, those who can … (0 comments)