I have been absent from this site for a while. But I plan to start writing again weekly. There is so much that needs to be said about Real Estate. I think the market saw the MOST change in the 9 years I have been a realtor just last year. I have a feeling that those [...]
I am falling behind on my website. Life and work has gotten a little busy. We have had houses listed and sold in the meantime. However, we currently have SIX houses for sale!
They currently range in price from $350K to $120K. Hopefully when I get back in town (I’m on vacation) I can write about them.
Jolynn [...]
Real Estate is really seeing a change. It has been overwhelming these past few months just trying to keep up with everything that is going on. Texas (at least my area: North Tarrant, South Denton) is no longer seeing a buyers market in the smaller houses (under $150K). There are just too many buyers. These [...]
I am having a hard time believing the deals to be found. Everyone wants one. And if the buyers are not getting one they are going somewhere else.
Because my partner and I hate to see our sellers take a hit we are recommending they not list at this time. The exception to this is sellers who have [...]
Honesty is always the best policy. This is especially true when selling a home.
Every home has undergone some type of repair. Some homes are even sold that are in need of repair. The best thing a homeowner can do is disclose all information about the condition of the home. Most buyers will discover whatever it [...]
I love this time of year. You get to look at the past and decide how to make the future better. A new year is always a great time to evaluate your life.
I have actually taught a couple classes on goal setting and have been to a few goal setting classes myself. And from those [...]
Once you found your perfect home you will need to prepare for the big day. Here is a list to help you!
Complete a change of address form with the post office four to six weeks (if possible) before moving (can be done online at www.usps.com). The post office will generally forward mail for up [...]
My real estate partner Jolynn and I had a listing in Keller, Texas. An agent called and scheduled a showing on this listing. Our homeowner left when the agent arrived. He noticed that this agent did not have a client with him. He decided to move his car and watch his house from across the [...]
Finding a good Real Estate Agent is key to getting your home sold. Today it takes more than just putting your home in the Multiple Listing Service. Homes are taking longer to sale with the current shortage of buyers. A realtor with knowledge, experience, and an excellent marketing plan are key elements to ensure a sale.
STEP ONE. Try to [...]
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When I became a Realtor I did not have a sphere in the area I wanted to market. But I was determined to make my real estate career work. I decided to concentrate on For Sale By Owners. I did all the research I could. I looked into statistics, I started keeping track of For [...]