Why do Realtors go to estate sales? To get deals, of course (a big “Thanks!” to the stranger who helped me pick two James Michener novels earlier this morning, for $2 apiece). But also to stay on top of the local real estate market. So, look for a new, $1 million-plus home at 3433 St. Paul...Read More
Test your knowledge of today’s real estate market, and answer the following question: Does dangling a fatter commission to the Buyer’s agent — what Realtors call the “listing payout” — result in a faster sale, for more money? A. No. B. Yes. C. Sometimes D. It depends on how much. Answer: “D.” (credit also given for...Read More
Customer Service Blunders: Exhibit A Want to provoke a customer’s ire (and some negative exposure on a certain blog)? Ignore their email’s and phone calls in the aftermath of a glitch — in this case, painting my new shed the wrong color. Total ignored messages over a two week period now? Four (two voicemails and and two...Read More
