“The Overpriced Factor,” “The Hassle Factor,” Etc. Non-Realtors may be inclined to believe it’s some kind of conspiracy. But, in reality, there are multiple, rational reasons that experienced Buyers’ agents seldom show For Sale By Owner homes (“FSBO’s”). Here are just a couple: —FSBO’s are invariably mispriced (want to guess which direction??). —They’re poorly staged and...Read More
“That’s Rich” may not have the protean meanings of some other phrases, like “Shut Up!!” or “Hot Dog!” See, “Shut Up!” Has 9 Different Meanings? Shut Up!! (No, YOU Shut Up!)”; and “The Many Guises of “Hot Dog.'” But, it has more definitions than you might initially guess: One. Caloric. “That chocolate cake sure is rich.”...Read More
“Who Ya Gonna Call?” (When an Offer Comes In) As a Buyer’s agent, how can you tell if the listing agent (representing the Seller) is taking your client’s offer seriously? They call the Buyer’s lender ” specifically, the lender on the Buyer’s Pre-Approval letter ” and verify key information. Like, whether they’ve previously worked with the...Read More
Universal Staging Principles How do you stage an outdoor, in-ground swimming pool in the backyard of a “For Sale” home? The same way you stage anything else: by adding accents, focal points, and color ” and removing clutter. For an outdoor pool, that means opening up any poolside umbrellas, arranging nearby lawn chairs, and throwing...Read More
Too Much Information ” Realtor Version Living Rm: 13.4′ x 26′ Dining Rm: 9.2′ x 13′ Family Room: 16.7′ x 29.8′ Kitchen: 9.5′ x 16′ Bedroom #1: 14′ x 19.1′ Bedroom #2: 22′ x 14.6′ Bedroom #3: 8.1′ x12′ Bedroom #4: 12′ x14.4′ —Excerpt, MLS Listing What’s the corollary to “The Too-Precise Price?” The too-precise...Read More
In a supposedly paperless world, why does anyone still need something to correct paper mistakes? I know at least one, non-standard application: touch-up paint for Realtor sign riders. 🙂 It’s not as good as white nail polish, and not as water-repellent (or long-lived) as oil-based paint, but in a pinch . . . it’ll do!Read More
