Runner-Up Name: “The Parking Lot Closing” [Note to Readers: The views expressed here are solely those of Ross Kaplan, and do not represent Edina Realty, Berkshire Hathaway (“Berkshire”), or any other entity referenced. Edina Realty is a subsidiary of Berkshire.] To limit the risk of coronavirus exposure, Edina Realty — and no doubt other brokers...Read More
The Home Seller — Realtor Interview (aka “Listing Presentation”): What Agents Need to Ask Homeowners [Editor’s Note: The views expressed here are solely those of Ross Kaplan, and do not represent Edina Realty, Berkshire Hathaway, or any other entity referenced. If you need legal advice, please consult an attorney.] When it comes to listing presentations ”...Read More
Congrats to Edina Realty Title’s Richelle Pikala For a Realtor, closing 662 deals would be a breathtaking achievement over a 30-year career. So, that’ll give you an idea exactly how impressive it is to handle 662 sales, as a real estate closer, in just one calendar year. That 2018 production qualifies Richelle Pikala as Edina Realty...Read More
The Home Seller – Realtor Interview (aka “Listing Presentation”): What Agents Need to Ask Homeowners [Editor’s Note: The views expressed here are solely those of Ross Kaplan, and do not represent Edina Realty, Berkshire Hathaway, or any other entity referenced. If you need legal advice, please consult an attorney.] When it comes to listing presentations —...Read More
“Never ask a barber if you need a haircut.” –unknown. Like barbers, Realtors aren’t known for talking people out of using their services. Unlike Realtors, though, barbers don’t have to worry whether their prospective customers have the legal authority to hire them. In residential real estate, that question can be raised when a long-time owner...Read More
Human vs. Wildlife Squatters Why do a walk-thru inspection of a (very) vacant Minnetonka home that the Buyer intends to tear down after closing? After all, the primary purpose(s) of a walk-thru — usually done within 48 hours of closing — is to make sure there have been no material changes in the home’s condition...Read More
