There are two types of feedback you will get from buyers that have seen your home. 1. Condition – This is something that can’t be changed. Some examples of conditions are, ‘we need a downstairs bedroom,’ or ‘we didn’t want to back to a busy street,’ or ‘we want a driveway,’ or ‘we are looking… [Continue Reading]
Staging – Rule #1 It’s Not Your Home Anymore!
August 28, 2008 By Leave a Comment
If you are getting ready to sell, or you’ve already tried without success, it’s time to look at your home with fresh eyes. Better yet, not your eyes at all. As soon as you decide to sell your home, you must change the way you view it. It is no longer just the place you… [Continue Reading]
Staging – Rule #1 It's Not Your Home Anymore!
August 28, 2008 By Leave a Comment
If you are getting ready to sell, or you’ve already tried without success, it’s time to look at your home with fresh eyes. Better yet, not your eyes at all. As soon as you decide to sell your home, you must change the way you view it. It is no longer just the place you… [Continue Reading]
What Is a Good Deal?
August 28, 2008 By 1 Comment
The new buyer profile today is understandably looking for a ‘good deal’. With the major changes we’ve seen in Orange County in the last 2 years, the buyers that feel ready to jump into the market are consistently saying, ‘If I find a good deal…’ So what is a ‘good deal’? Let’s examine the potential… [Continue Reading]
Trying to Understand the New Capital Gains Laws
August 20, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Recently I wrote a post discussing the new ‘Housing Relief Bill’. While there are many facets of this new bill, one that had me concerned was the changes to the Capital Gains Law. There is some confusion about the interpretation of the law that is being discussed in various blog forums. The bill actually may… [Continue Reading]
Have We Hit Bottom?
August 20, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Yesterday, the Orange County Register had an article entitled ‘O.C. Homebuying Slump Ends After 33 Months’. I love that title and I hope that it’s true. I have some concerns: The coming election will likely slow buying activity. Based on past real estate years it’s likely to be a bit slow with buyers taking a… [Continue Reading]
Help Me Pick a New Header?
August 19, 2008 By 9 Comments
I’m in the process of selecting a new header for my blog. I would love the feedback of my friends and readers (1) (2) (3) I’d love your preference of the 3 and any feedback! Thanks guys!
‘Appointment Only’ May Mean No Appointment At All!
August 17, 2008 By 1 Comment
When a property is listed in the MLS, the Buyer’s Agent will see ‘Showing Instructions’. It may be to ‘Go Direct’ (vacant homes generally), or ‘Call First’ and then go, or ‘Appointment Only’. My advice – be careful with ‘Appointment Only’. With inventory high, it is critical that your home be easy for a buyer… [Continue Reading]
'Appointment Only' May Mean No Appointment At All!
August 17, 2008 By 1 Comment
When a property is listed in the MLS, the Buyer’s Agent will see ‘Showing Instructions’. It may be to ‘Go Direct’ (vacant homes generally), or ‘Call First’ and then go, or ‘Appointment Only’. My advice – be careful with ‘Appointment Only’. With inventory high, it is critical that your home be easy for a buyer… [Continue Reading]
Hire a Realtor that is a Local Expert
August 13, 2008 By 3 Comments
I found this searching my own MLS today and knew that I had to share it to illustrate the importance of hiring a Realtor that is a Local Expert. It’s not enough to hire someone to ‘just get it in the MLS’. In fact, you can do yourself a big disservice by hiring someone that… [Continue Reading]
