The spring and early summer brought a very robust real estate market in many areas and many price points. Multiple offers became the norm in many markets and agents found themselves busier than they had been in years. The market was moving, buyers were out looking and sellers who previously couldn’t sell were finally getting […]
Q: Denise, I have a lot of out-of-town sellers who were hired and relocated before their homes sold. Some of these listings might be overpriced, but more often than not, they are selling in about two months which is not uncommon. My sellers are busy during the week, but inevitably I get a long email […]
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In case you missed it this week, the National Association of REALTORS® economist bloggers released data indicating REALTORS® expect home prices to rise in all states over the next 12 months according to the May 2014 REALTORS® Confidence Index, with the median rise to be 4%. REALTORS® are anticipating median home prices to grow upwards […]
First impressions are critical when selling real estate. Buyers and their real estate agents are scouring the internet and the MLS for potential properties and they have to rely on the accuracy – and appeal – of the photos that accompany the listings online. These photos are what attract and capture the attention of the […]
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Multiple offers create a complex situation where it is very easy to have misunderstandings between the many parties that are involved. Each party comes to the table with a different set of dynamics, objectives, and priorities. Sellers want to get the highest price and the best terms. Buyers want to buy at the lowest price […]
It seems that just when you think you have the real estate market figured out, it changes. Not so long ago many real estate agents were juggling short sales, but today in many areas they are now grappling with multiple offer situations. Multiple offers are here to stay as inventory levels continue to decline due […]
Q: Denise, I recently closed on a transaction and I really don’t think the sellers liked me because their home sold for less than they had originally wanted. Should I take them out of my database so I don’t waste money mailing to them in the future? A: ABSOLUTELY NOT!!!! Even though the sellers are […]
Q: Denise, with the government shutdown, I have clients on both sides of the political fence getting very irate regarding the state of affairs. I am trying to maintain a professional outlook and am not comfortable getting into a heated discussion. How do I respectfully bow out of the political debate without making my clients […]
This is our final article in my “What If” series. If you would like to read the entire series, click the links below: WHAT IF? Essential words when working with buyers to write an offer WHAT IF? Essential words to use when working with sellers WHAT IF? Essential words to use when pre-qualifying a buyer […]
If a home you have listed has been on the market for longer than you know it should be, it is time to address that with the seller. First, honestly assess whether the home would have likely sold if it were priced lower. If the answer to that question is “yes,” you have to work […]
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