realtor: 7 Times a Real Estate Agent May Come Across as Pushy to a Buyer, When They’re Really Just Trying to Help
- 09/27/23 11:54 AM
Nobody likes a pushy salesperson, especially when it’s a big ticket item like a house. And unfortunately, many home buyers come prepared to brace themselves against the slick sales tactics of real estate agents who they think will be pulling out all the tricks in their sales book to get them to buy as expensive a house as possible, as quickly as possible.
To be fair, there are some pushy, money-hungry agents in the business. But most aren’t like that at all. The majority of agents just want to make sure you find a house you love, within your price range, and … (9 comments)
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realtor: Labor of Love: Celebrating Labor Day in the World of Real Estate
- 09/02/23 10:37 AM
As Labor Day approaches, seize the golden opportunity to embark on a journey through remarkable real estate opportunities in the picturesque landscape of Oakland County. With heartfelt appreciation, I extend my gratitude to the cherished clients who have not only entrusted me but also accompanied me on this incredible journey. From the inviting neighborhoods of Farmington Hills to the modern allure of Novi and the timeless charm of Northville, your unwavering support has made this venture possible, enriching communities and lives along the way.
On this special Labor DayAs we collectively celebrate the significance of hard work in shaping our great nation, … (5 comments)
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realtor: 5 Things That Make You Feel like Sisyphus Pushing His Rock When Selling Your Home
- 08/17/23 06:34 AM
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realtor: 5 Reasons Why People Don’t Trust Real Estate Agents, and How You Can Avoid Trust Issues with Yours
- 07/21/23 05:45 AM
Considering a real estate agent is the person you’re hiring to help you with what’s probably the largest purchase you’ll make, or asset you’ll sell, you should be concerned about whether or not you trust your agent.
But if you don’t trust real estate agents, you’re not alone. According to this Study Finds article, only 20% of people surveyed had a high level of trust in real estate agents.
To be fair, there are surely dishonest agents out there who have contributed to the distrust, but there are professionals in every industry who can’t be trusted. However, there are a lot more agents in the field who are … (8 comments)
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realtor: Should You Call a Seller’s Bluff If They Say Another Offer Is Coming in on a House You Want to Buy?
- 06/22/23 05:45 AM
It’s not uncommon for home buyers to feel they’re being lied to when they’re told there’s another offer coming in on a house they want to buy, no matter what the current real estate market is like.
But considering you’ve probably been hearing that houses are taking longer to sell, prices are coming down, and there are fewer buyers to compete with, it might seem even more suspicious if you’re told there’s another offer on a house you want to buy right now.
All of that is true in many areas, so an offer mysteriously coming in on a house you want to buy is even more unbelievable when … (4 comments)
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realtor: Some Homeowners Will Benefit from Other Sellers Going on a So-Called “Strike” This Spring (Are You in a Position to Take Advantage?)
- 04/05/23 04:06 PM
The spring real estate market isn’t necessarily the best time to sell your house; you can get your house sold quickly and for top dollar at almost any time of year if you price it appropriately and it’s marketed correctly. But spring is definitely a time of the year many homeowners opt to sell their house.
It’s not a bad choice, since there are typically more buyers active in the market looking to buy a home. Plus, there’s a certain energy to the seasonally-driven market which just makes it feel like the perfect time of year to get your house sold quickly and for as much … (3 comments)
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realtor: Are Appraisals on Their Way Out? (And Do You Even Really Need One When Buying a House?)
- 04/04/23 05:51 AM
Unless you’re in the process of buying, selling, or refinancing a house, real estate appraisals aren’t something most people think about all that often. So the recent news that Fannie Mae will no longer be requiring appraisals probably isn’t something you’ve heard about.
As you can imagine, that’s not something appraisers love hearing since it’s a threat to their livelihood. But will it affect you as a buyer, seller, or homeowner?
You Probably Won’t Even Notice a ChangeWhile this change could potentially cause some issues for you as a consumer, the reality is this probably won’t be something you even notice has changed in the … (3 comments)
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realtor: “The Customer Is Always Right…” (Except When Doing These 6 Things When Buying or Selling a House)
- 03/30/23 01:12 PM
One of the first rules of sales is that the customer is always right. Even if the store, company, or salesperson did nothing wrong, it’s just good business to give the customer whatever it is they want or need.
So, of course it happens in real estate. An agent is sometimes better off letting their client do something they wouldn’t recommend, rather than trying to prove their client is wrong in order to maintain a good relationship. But it’d be a whole lot better if you didn’t do certain things when you’re buying or selling real estate, because they can actually hurt you and … (0 comments)
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realtor: 10 Things That Will Affect Your Property Value
- 03/21/23 04:19 PM
If you’re planning to sell your home, you want the property to be in the best possible condition. Even seemingly small issues with the house could affect its value. Some of these factors are outside of your control, but others can be addressed before you put your home on the market. Here are 10 things that will affect the property value of your home:
1. Neglected MaintenanceKeeping up with maintenance is one of the best ways to increase your home’s value. Practically every system in your home can benefit from routine preventative maintenance. Neglecting maintenance can lead to more serious and costly … (3 comments)
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realtor: 3 Things Parents Should Encourage Their Teens & Twenty-Somethings to Do (If You Ever Want Them to Move Out of Your House)
- 03/11/23 05:13 AM
Years ago it was common for children to move out and get a place of their own right after they turned 18, or maybe around 22 if they went to college. But times (and costs) have certainly changed over the years, making it difficult for young adults to move out and get a place of their own. So, most people would agree that young adults can probably use all the time and help they can get from their parents for as long as possible nowadays.
Rents and house prices aren’t cheap. Then of course there’s the price of food and utilities every … (2 comments)
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realtor: Quiz: Are You Ready to Be a Better Homebuyer than Your Competition?
- 02/15/23 02:06 PM
You have to go to school and pass a real estate exam in order to become a real estate agent to help people buy a house, but you don’t need to do either of those things as a home buyer. All you have to do is rely on the knowledge and experience of your agent, and you’ll be fine.
However, your agent can be a lot more effective and help you get better results if you know a few things ahead of time! Some of the “right” things you should do are probably different than what you might think is the “right” thing to … (1 comments)
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realtor: Houses Are Taking Longer to Sell, but Here’s What You Can (And Can’t) Do to Avoid It When Selling
- 02/08/23 02:23 PM
When you decide to sell your house, you’ll often hear real estate agents say that they’ll get your house sold quickly and for top dollar.
Who wouldn’t like that?! Everybody wants as much money as they can possibly get, and most people would prefer not to have buyers coming to see their house for months on end, so, the quicker the better.
But what defines quick? Well, there’s no absolute definition and it depends upon a few factors. It can mean a few days, weeks, or even months, depending upon how the market is in your area, the price range of your home, … (2 comments)
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realtor: 7 Embarrassing Things Real Estate Agents Hate for You to See
- 02/06/23 04:32 AM
Plenty of people work around others all day long, but real estate agents are pretty much on stage all day, with clients watching and witnessing their every move.
Inevitably, things happen that agents wish a client weren’t around to see! But if and when they do, it really helps when a client laughs with them, instead of at them!
For some reason, it seems like there’s a handful of embarrassing things that happen to almost every agent at one point or another. Let’s take a look at 7 of them, to give you some practice laughing with them if it happens on your watch:
1) Getting lost
It was way worse for agents … (6 comments)
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realtor: With Consumer Confidence and Seller Concessions Both on the Rise, Now’s a Great Time to Buy a House
- 01/13/23 09:56 AM
People were flocking to buy a house when it was possibly one of the most difficult times in history to do so. Sure, interest rates were super low, but that’s about the only thing buyers had in their favor.
Competition was fierce, since there were so many buyers and not enough houses to satisfy demand, making it almost impossible to get your offer accepted. Prices were going higher and higher. And if you even wanted your offer to get a second glance, you pretty much had to give up your rights to typical inspections. Forget about asking for any concessions from a seller! Yet buyers were … (2 comments)
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realtor: Common Myths About Buying New Construction Homes—Debunked
- 01/10/23 02:20 PM
People have a lot of preconceived ideas about what it means to buy a new construction home, and whether buying a new construction home is a good investment.
But the problem is, many of those preconceived ideas simply aren’t true, and those myths are holding back buyers from exploring buying new construction, even if it might be the best move for their home purchase.
So what, exactly, are those preconceived ideas—and why are they not true? A recent article from realtor.com debunked common myths about buying new-construction homes, including:
New construction homes are more expensive. Will new construction homes have a higher price tag than previously … (1 comments)
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realtor: 8 Reasons You Should Seriously Consider Listing Your House in January 2023
- 12/27/22 11:15 AM
If you’ve been thinking about selling soon, you’re probably leaning toward doing so when the spring market rolls around, since it’s often considered the best time of year to sell a house. However, you might want to reconsider what constitutes the “best” time for you to sell your house.
It’s hard to qualify any specific time of year as the best time to sell, but spring probably gets ranked highest more so because it’s when more people tend to list their homes, and more buyers tend to look for a home. But that doesn’t mean it’s the most strategic time to sell yours.
In fact, listing your … (2 comments)
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realtor: 2023 Might Be a Great Time to Buy Real Estate For Rentals
- 12/07/22 04:04 PM
A lot of prospective buyers aren’t feeling like now is a great time to buy real estate and are either hoping for a major crash, or a huge price correction.
Only time will tell if either of those will happen to the extent some buyers are hoping for, but while they’re waiting it out, it might be the perfect time for real estate investors to get themselves a deal on a rental property.
Investors Great Timing to Buy Real EstateIt’s never a good time to buy real estate for everybody, and over the past few years it wasn’t ideal for investors. A seasoned real estate investor … (0 comments)
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realtor: Does Today's Market Favor Buyers Or Sellers?
- 12/05/22 07:53 AM
It was a great year in the local Oakland County, Michigan real estate market for home sellers but home buyers had a different experience when purchasing a new home with many paying thousands over asking, forgoing inspections and contingencies of all kinds to nail down the perfect home. Forward to todays housing market with rising interest rates, a slowing economy and the uncertainty of the housing market shows that the homebuyer and seller advantages are at a stalemate favoring neither at this time, bringing in the new year with more uncertainty of which side will be on top for the spring … (2 comments)
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realtor: Do Grocery Stores Affect Home Values in Oakland County Mi?
- 11/23/22 06:24 AM
As we prepare for our Thanksgiving gatherings this Thursday, I had a thought on how convenient it is to have such great grocery stores in my Oakland County, Michigan area and not needing to travel long distances to shop for groceries. Shopping for me is not one of my favorite things to do on a normal day, but on Thanksgiving it seems to something that I enjoy and look forward to. As I was in the check-out and my real estate mind started pondering the benefits of having great grocery stores in the Oakland County Michigan area and how it affects … (3 comments)
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realtor: The Ultimate Checklist for When You Are Finally Ready To Buy a Home
- 11/22/22 07:26 AM
Are you ready to buy a home? Becoming a homeowner is not that easy! There are a lot of factors you need to think about before moving further in the process in buying a home.
This Q & A session will help you find out whether you are ready to face the challenges in the home-buying process or not.
Let’s begin:
Q1. You finally found the dream of your house. Are you ready to place an offer?Yes – It’s the reason why I’m reading this blog.
No – Was looking for something to read and found this blog’s title interesting. (This indicates that you are … (2 comments)
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Nobody likes a pushy salesperson, especially when it’s a big ticket item like a house. And unfortunately, many home buyers come prepared to brace themselves against the slick sales tactics of real estate agents who they think will be pulling out all the tricks in their sales book to get them to buy as expensive a house as possible, as quickly as possible.
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