What’s the Listing Agent’s Defense If There’s a Security Issue? If you had a briefcase — does anyone anymore?? — you probably wouldn’t walk around with the latch code set to “0-0-0-0” (the factory setting). So, it’s always a bit of a head scratcher as a Buyer’s agent to request a home showing, then receive...Read More
When One Showing = Three The evidence is mixed about whether a quick jury verdict is good or bad for the defendant. But in residential real estate, there’s no such ambiguity: a quick showing is invariably bad for the owner, while a long one is very, very good. In fact, the longer the better. I...Read More
Unfortunately, that last one doesn’t go with the first two — especially at the beginning of the season (by the end, you’re inured to it, and just go about your routine regardless). With a blustery, cold day in store for the Twin Cities, most home sellers aren’t likely to see much activity today (my guess)....Read More
“Strike 1 3/4,” or, There’s Never Just One Cockroach When you pull up in front of a “For Sale” home with a visibly worn-out roof, what goes through Buyers’ — and Buyers’ agents’ — minds? Thoughts like: •“I wonder what other major, capital repairs are waiting for the next owner?” •“If the owner/seller couldn’t keep...Read More
Who’s the ‘Knucklehead’?? “If one guy honks at you on the freeway, he’s a knucklehead. If five guys honk at you, you’re the knucklehead.’ –“Programmers Keeps Shows Prospects in Focus (Groups)”; The New York Times (5/11/2012) “Ten showings, $10,000.” –Real estate saying (translation: if a home has had 10 showings and no offers, it’s overpriced...Read More
