. . . And Isn’t Likely to Volunteer “Fake it till you make it.” –Career advice to newbies In a hyper-competitive field where sales bluster is an ever-present temptation, real estate agents aren’t exactly the type to betray ignorance or confess a lack of confidence. And even consummate Realtors with years of experience can’t predict...Read More
“It Takes Two to Tango Agree to Arbitration” Judging by the last few deals I’ve handled, there seems to be some Realtor confusion about how many parties are required to agree to Arbitration (at least in Minnesota, a popular alternative to litigation). The correct answer: two. In other words, both Buyer and Seller have to...Read More
New (Yes) and Improved (Maybe) Thanks to a corporate acquisition, Twin Cities agents are having to learn new software to set up showings for clients this week. I’m sure I speak for at least a few (cranky) veterans who didn’t think there was anything wrong with the old system. More Robust, Customizable (But . ....Read More
The Too-Good-to-Be-True Buyer Client (Hint: They Probably Are) It doesn’t happen a lot — especially in a Seller’s market with (very) limited choices — but once in a while Buyers’ agents run into the client who seemingly likes everything. What’s up with that? That “Uh-Oh” Feeling Possibility #1 is that the Buyer has a need-to-please...Read More
Nosy Neighbors, Take #14 Long before the Buyer’s home inspector lays eyes on it, or the Buyer’s title company checks for closed permits, wanna guess who (else) knows whether the Seller’s recent Kitchen Remodel is high-end? (or not, as the case may be). The neighbors. In the course of the months-long project, it’s a good...Read More
“So, T-H-A-T-‘S What That Dial Is For!” Thanks to Minneapolis City plumbers Doug Anderson and Rod Petrik, I now know what that small blue dial on my home’s water meter does. Make that, my brand new water meter — replaced last week, courtesy of the city, in a speedy 30 minutes by the same gentlemen. According...Read More
