Buyer Needs, Wants — and “Don’t Want’s” Either 2nd-story Living Rooms are now a trend, or, at least one local Buyer who doesn’t like them keeps running into homes that have them. Which is apparently why they instructed their agent — broadcasting (“networking”) a Buyer need earlier today — to make clear that they were only...Read More
“I Think My Seller Can Work With That” I received an email the other day from a local agent networking a Buyer need for a nicely updated condo near the (City) Lakes with at least 2,000 square feet; lake and/or skyline views; and 2 heated parking spaces — all in a building with good amenities....Read More
Useful Information Nonetheless If you weren’t aware, Twin Cities Realtors usually have their office meetings each Tuesday morning, just before the weekly Broker Tour. Part of that meeting is devoted to networking — typically, starting with new listings, then price reductions, then pre-list’s, and finally Buyer needs. Lopsided Buyer Needs If you’re networking a Buyer...Read More
The Many Guises of Realtor Networking The usual meaning of “Realtor Networking” is plugging a pre-listing or new listing, or highlighting a Buyer need. But, there are other kinds of Realtor networking, too. Like my checking out a HUD foreclosure with the resident office expert (who also happens to live nearby). Verdict? “Skip it,” because...Read More
It Takes Two to Tango Do a Deal SOUTHWEST MNNEAPOLIS 2+ Beds, 2 Baths, 1,300+ sq. ft. Swanky Modern or Mid-Century Modern Joseph Arcand: 612-821-4232 –Excerpt, Edina Realty ad; Southwest Journal (February 20 – March 4, 2012) What do you do in a Twin Cities housing market characterized by falling inventory, and frustrated Buyers who...Read More
Realtor Mistake #3 First, a caveat: by far the more common Realtor mistake is not doing pre-list marketing — touting an upcoming listing to colleagues — far enough in advance. Or, not doing it at all. However, at least in my opinion, it’s also possible to err on the side of doing it too soon. Call it an “advanced beginner” (or...Read More
