Your first year in real estate, every term is a new term. Your 16th year, not so much . . . Now, I’m lucky if I learn 1-2 new (to me) real estate terms per year — usually at a continuing ed class I attend outside my region. Egg Soot on Your Face So, at least one...Read More
Realtor Gaffes — Listing Presentation Edition I recently heard about an agent who shows up at every listing presentation — essentially, a job interview for Realtors — with a conspicuous “Sold” sign that they leave in plain view of the prospective Seller. Apparently, the agent thinks it projects confidence, “go-getter” hustle, etc.** However, it backfired with an...Read More
On the Market Next Monday! (Nov. 13) Where: 2725 France Avenue South in Minneapolis, just Southwest of Cedar Lake. When: on the market Monday, November 13. What: Surprisingly spacious, 4 BR/3 Bath Cape Cod with over 2,600 square feet in high demand Sunset Gables neighborhood. How much: $519,900. Who: listed by Ross Kaplan, Edina Realty –...Read More
Buyer’s Agent: “Can You Please Send Me the Seller Disclosures?” You’re a busy, well-prepared listing agent (OK, me) who has both uploaded the various Seller disclosures** to MLS, and provided hard copies in the “For Sale” home. Nevertheless, the Buyer’s agent contacts you to ask that you send them that information directly. When is that...Read More
“Thank God It’s Not Monday!” (“TGIMN”) You’ve got to feel a little sorry for Tuesday. It tends to get overlooked. Consider: People like Friday so much it has its own acronym: “Thank God It’s Friday!” (“TGIF”). Wednesday isn’t nearly as popular, but at least it has a positive vibe: “Hump Day.” Meanwhile, at the other...Read More
Election Eve 2017: (Just) Before the Deluge Of course everyone over 18 years old should exercise their civic duty and vote tomorrow. And I certainly understand candidates’ frantic efforts to make sure their supporters get to the polls. But, if you plan to be home tonight and want some peace and quiet, I suggest you...Read More
