short sales: As A Buyer, You Think There's An Advantage To Using The Listing Agent To Represent You?
- 03/28/11 08:21 AM
It happens all the time. I get a call on one of my listings from a buyer. After a few minutes of discussion, it's clear to me they did not just start looking. They have made many calls, seen many homes, met many agents, some of these callers have even written offers. Why have they not selected an agent to work with exclusively? Because they are under one of these impressions: A) that they have a better chance getting a lower price using the listing agent, B) they have a better chance of getting an offer accepted using the listing agent, and C) that the listing agent is … (2 comments)
short sales: If you need to sell your home, don't make this mistake!
- 06/23/10 04:53 PM
So, I'm perusing through the MLS listings in my area of expertise, West Sacramento, and getting a little frustrated. I see listings that are grossly overpriced or underpriced. By that I mean $30k or more off the mark in either direction. I'll give agents $20k +or- leeway just to be generous. Since I'm very familiar with the West Sac housing market, it's really obvious to me when the price doesn't fit. SELLERS: This is a mistake I've seen made all too often: sellers choose an agent who doesn't specialize in the area. If you are a seller who NEEDS to sell, like a … (2 comments)
short sales: liens on short sales...surprise ending!
- 02/20/08 12:27 PM
There are many reasons to dissuade your client(s) from making an offer on a short sale: The long and arduous negotiating process between the seller, lenders and loan guarantor. The lack of ability of the sellers to make repairs or pay for a home warranty. The lack of ability of the sellers to credit the buyer for closing costs. That the Realtor's commission can be reduced. All this AND there is always the possibility of finding out (at the last minute) that there are liens like child support, tax liens, mechanic's liens, etc. There's no shortage of reasons to avoid short sales. … (9 comments)
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It happens all the time. I get a call on one of my listings from a buyer. After a few minutes of discussion, it's clear to me they did not just start looking. They have made many calls, seen many homes, met many agents, some of these callers have even written offers. Why have they not selected an agent to work with exclusively? Because they are under one of these impressions: A) that they have a better chance getting a lower price using the listing agent, B) they have a better chance of getting an offer accepted using the listing agent, and C) that the listing agent is … (2 comments)
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