Marvel’s “Fantastic Four” Goes 0-for-3 There’s not just one definition of a bad movie, there are several, age-dependent ones. Or if you prefer, “multi-generational” definitions. At least in my family, here they are: 12 year-old son: cheesy special effects. Me (mid-50’s): convoluted (or no) plot; poor acting. Father-in-law (mid-80’s): can’t nap during film (too loud)....Read More
“3 . . . 2 . . .1” “10 . . . 9 . . . 8 . . .” I’ve got to assume I’m not the only one thrown by this year’s (very) late Labor Day, September 7. It certainly feels like it should be this weekend. Proposal We tweak the start and end of...Read More
Hard Worker . . . or Swindler? Calling someone a “gem” or a “sweetheart” is clearly a compliment. Meanwhile, the terms “thug” and “jerk” are clearly a dis. But, what does the speaker mean when they call someone a “hustler?” — as in, “That Bob, he’s a real hustler!” (note: “Mary” and “she” works just as well)....Read More
Why Homeowners Let the Competition Look (or Should) Wait a second: Don’t Buyers’ agents represent Buyers at a preview? (in contrast to a showing, a preview is when just the Realtor views the home). And exactly how does an agent represent the Seller of the home they’re previewing — don’t they already have an agent? (called “the listing...Read More
Technical vs. Functional Definition Test your knowledge of residential real estate by answering this question: Who defines what constitutes a legal bedroom? A. The county where the home is located; B. The city where the home is located; C. The local multiple listing service (MLS); D. The listing agent representing the Seller. Answer: “A.” or...Read More
“You’ll Love the Office . . Exercise Room . . . Spare Bedroom . . . Bonus Room!” I just showed clients an Edina home with what looked to be an Amusement Room. A very underwhelming Amusement Room. The room was hard to access (down a half flight of steps at the end of a hall); had a vaulted ceiling...Read More
