seller: Feeling Frustrated with Your Real Estate Agent? Here's 5 Things You Can Do Today! - 09/04/09 03:31 AM
Feeling Frustrated with Your Real Estate Agent?
Here's 5 Things You Can Do Today!
Moving can be stressful and having your home for sale can shake up everyone's routine. In today's market, especially, it's not unusual to feel some frustration when you are trying to sell your home. Homes are often taking longer to sell than they used to, the time between showings can be further apart, and if you're needing to sell quickly, emotions can run high.
So what can you do to keep that frustration from getting out of control?

1.) Get to the Root of the Problem - are … (7 comments)

seller: What Is That Seller Thinking? Just Read His Blog to Find Out! - 07/22/09 12:53 PM
What Is That Seller Thinking? Just Read His Blog to Find Out!
Have you ever wanted to know what the "other party" in a transaction was thinking? Well, you may be able to find out, and you won't even need a crystal ball!
We just recently closed on a transaction for a home with a great first-time homebuyer and his family. We looked at several and identified "the one" in a short amount of time. Both the husband and wife are very computer and internet-savvy and do their research.
When they got home, they were able to pull up the property taxes online … (18 comments)

seller: When They Buy a Rolex - They're Not Buying A Watch, They're Buying a Lifestyle...Tips for Real Estate - 02/26/08 10:46 AM

I recently read a comment that reinforced our marketing philosophy and also got me thinking about the importance of our Listing Descriptions. The comment was that people who buy a Rolex aren't buying a watch...they're buying a lifestyle.
That phrase is just as true about real estate. You're not just selling 3 bedrooms and 2 baths - you're selling a warm, cozy, safe home where the family can see themselves having backyard BBQ's and playing fetch in the front yard. A place where the parents can see themselves enjoying a glass of wine and relaxing by the fireplace, maybe even soaking in a … (3 comments)

seller: My Dream Home Has Radon!! Tips for Buyers & Sellers - 02/21/08 07:35 AM
We have seen several dream homes with high levels of radon and have worked with both buyers and sellers through this process.
It can be frightening to have your home inspector tell you that your dream home has high levels of radon. Before you put your dream on hold, learn about radon and radon remediation.
According to the EPA, Radon is an invisible radioactive gas that seeps into homes undetected through foundation cracks, and can reach harmful levels if trapped indoors. It travels up from underground sources of uranium in the earth's crust. EPA estimates that one in 15 homes will … (4 comments)

seller: 5 Surefire Ways To Lose Your Buyer - Common Seller Mistakes - 01/16/08 04:07 PM
In today's real estate market, buyers can be few and far between. Once you get a buyer who is interested in your home, don't risk losing the opportunity to sell by making some of these common seller mistakes:
1. Get Insulted By an Offer: You may receive an offer that is below your asking price, or may be even significantly below your asking price. Don't take offense. The buyer liked your home enough to put in an offer, so take that as a compliment. An offer is just that, an offer. It is not set in stone. It is however a … (12 comments)