Post-Showing Solutions Headaches [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.] Two weeks in, it’s apparent that there are a number of “hiccups” associated with the transition to a new software vendor for handling MLS showings. To pick just one...Read More
Amateur vs. Professional Photography If you look very carefully, you’ll see the silhouette of a person reflected in the glass shower door. Wanna guess who? My bet is that it’s the listing agent (representing the Seller), who’s taking their own shots (vs. hiring a professional photographer). A pro would have avoided taking a photo with...Read More
The Opposite of “Home Alone” It’s every home seller’s worst nightmare: they return home long after a scheduled showing, only to find strangers in their Living Room(!). With no Realtor in sight. While it’s an extremely rare occurrence — and an automatic $1,000 fine for the Buyer’s agent — that makes it no less upsetting for the owner. Buyer’s...Read More
The Best Adjective for “Home”? “Sold!” What do you call an Edina rambler that — at least according to my open house traffic the other weekend — was “too big,” “too small,” “too open,” “not open enough,” “too dated,” “too expensive” . . . and about 10 more fussy comments in a similar vein? Give up? Try, “Sold!” “Too, Too ....Read More
Aren’t Multiple Offers Good For Sellers?? Listing Agent: “How did the showing go?” Buyer’s Agent: “Great! They loved it.” Listing Agent: “Is the Buyer going to write?” Buyer’s agent: “No.” Listing agent: “Why not?” Buyer’s agent: “The Buyer doesn’t want to participate in an auction.” –Email exchange between Buyer’s agent and Listing Agent (representing Seller)...Read More
