Category Archives: Real Estate Tips

My Top Three Tips for a Successful Transaction

December 13th, 2012
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Thank You Trulia!!

February 24th, 2011
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I just want to thank Trulia for going there. For talking about the things that turn buyers off, like sellers who stalk buyers and Realtors throughout the house pointing out things as meaningless as a door stopper. THANK YOU! Check out the article below to find out 6 things that turn home buyers off. We’ve

Things that Don’t Add Value to your Home…

October 4th, 2010
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Every homeowner must pay for routine home maintenance, such as replacing worn-out plumbing components or staining the deck, but some choose to make improvements with the intention of increasing the home’s value. Certain projects, such as adding a well thought-out family room — or other functional space — can be a wise investment, as they

Four Tips on Setting the Right Price

September 29th, 2010
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Sellers think their homes are worth more than their real estate professional recommends, and buyers think these same homes are worth less. It’s a difficult disconnect that makes selling properties a challenge. Successfully marketing a home requires that the price be set carefully — or it will languish on the market. Among the considerations: How

Multiple offers are here to stay

August 26th, 2010
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I’ve had several buyers recently enter into multiple offer situations. Completely different price ranges too. One buyer was looking at a beautifully upgraded and updated single family home in Winter Park, FL, one of the most desirable areas in Central Florida, for around $300,000. And the other, looking at one bedroom $30,000 condos. Both buyers

Real World Short Sale Scenarios…and they ‘aint pretty!

January 12th, 2010
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It’s a great market for buyers to get a good price on a property. But right now, that’s about it, especially if you’re dealing with short sales. When you’re working with a short sale, bring your patience, and also a doormat, because the bank might want to walk all over you. Remember they’re mad! The

The importance of a pre-approval letter

November 24th, 2009
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Many times I’ll get phone calls and emails from prospective buyers wanting to view property…and view property ASAP. As a professional, I always tell buyers that the first step is getting pre-approved. Serious buyers are glad to be pointed in the right direction and be referred to a reputable mortgage lender or broker. But buyers

Anything Can Sell With the Right Attitude and Approach!

July 11th, 2008
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Anne-Marie was featured in the Orlando Sentinel again this week. Click here for the accompanying article! In step with the positive approach to today’s market…Realtor Magazine featured an article along the same lines. See below… While most homes are staying parked on the for-sale market for a longer time these days, occasionally a residential property

LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION

April 23rd, 2008
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Location is everything…You’ve heard it over and over again. Location. And the reality of that statement is even more prevalent in today’s market. Back in the “good ‘ol days” for sellers, their property could have backed to I-95 and been overlooked by a buyer. Toady, the buyers are thinking what you did back then, “why

Homes Features that are Buyer Turnoffs

December 5th, 2007
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Old homes can be quaint, but there’s a difference between old and outdated. Unless homeowners periodically invest in upgrades, their homes will fall so far below the standards of current buyers that they become obsolete and hard to sell. What’s obsolete? Here’s a list of relics: 1. A house with only one bathroom. Even a