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So You Want to Be a Landlord?

Today I rented out my condo in Brighton. Every time I visit a great investment property it makes me want to own more and more. The way I feel about real estate is the way I feel about books – you can’t have too many. But unlike books, investment properties can be demanding in way […]

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Make the Best Offer on a Hot Property

Yes, even in a buyer’s market, a buyer is not in total control of the outcome of an offer to purchase. There are many situations in which properties are hot, and they will have several offers from buyers. Situations in which you, as a buyer, may not be holding all the cards include buying properties […]

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Bad Service from a Real Estate Agent

Bad service offends me.  For me, one of the best parts of the reach of social media and the internet in general is how word travels fast and far, no one gets away with disappointing people too much.  This has increased competition to the point that as consumers we expect great service.  At least we […]

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Checklist for a Home Buyer in a Competitive Market

Not every market is struggling. The truth is that many desirable neighborhoods and zip codes are still experiencing healthy inventory levels and conditions that promote multiple offers. As a home buyer in these markets, how can you be competitive? First, and perhaps most importantly, be ready to buy. Readiness is not impulsiveness, however. Before you […]

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Never Accept the First Offer

That’s great advice I heard from a great agent many years ago.  I’ve used this advice in my whole career and always share it with my clients. I don’t care what the economy is doing…Never Accept the First Offer! That sounds like crazy talk when considering the current housing market.  But remember that the offer […]

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Finding the Unexpected Dream Home

Years ago I worked with a first time home buyer, a client named Joleen.  Joleen called to me after meeting me at an open house for a home that was not very suitable for her.  But after we started talking, she believed I would represent her well in her home search. Two weekends later we […]

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Cash In on Spring Market, Before Prices Go Back Up

Prices are down, all the way down to the levels of 2002.  Ouch! Despite this, nearly 90% of homeowner say they would still buy the same house they live in, according to the eighth quarterly “Allstate-National Journal Heartland Monitor Poll: The American Dream.”  Isn’t it your time to get your slice of the American Pie? […]

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