Using MLS “Agent Remarks” to Clear Up Any Confusion “He who represents himself has a fool for a client.” –Proverb At least in Minnesota, listing agents (representing the Seller) have to disclose on MLS if the owner is a licensed Realtor. So, in the field that asks “Is the Owner an Agent?,” the appropriate...Read More
“Ross A. Justsold” I’ve never investigated ” and am not about to ” but I’ve always wondered if a few (too?) felicitous real estate names are the Realtor’s real name, or legally changed. So, in the Twin Cities you’ll find Realtors with surnames such as “Sell,” “Sells,” “Sellnow,” etc. If I ever go that route,...Read More
Star Trib: “Up to 10 Inches of Snow Expected in Twin Cities by Tonight” With snow still falling, and well over 6″ (original forecast) already on the ground, my guess is that lots of Twin Cities open houses and showings today are going to be scrubbed. Or at least delayed, like two of mine. That’s...Read More
Post-Fall, Pre-Winter At least in the Twin Cities, the interlude between Thanksgiving and Christmas can be dark and dreary: the days are short (sunset is now close to 4:30 p.m.); the Fall colors are long gone; but the brilliant white of winter hasn’t yet arrived. In the meantime, the dominant color seems to be ....Read More
I’m (very) pleased to report that I’m on Mpls St Paul Magazine’s list of 2016 “Super Real Estate Agents.” For the ninth straight year! The list — in the current (November) issue — identifies the top 2% to 3% of area Realtors based on detailed surveys of magazine readers, as well as recent Twin Cities home...Read More
If you’re lucky (we are), you have beautiful mums like these blooming in your yard. If you’re not, head down to the Minneapolis Farmer’s Market and pick up a gorgeous bouquet (like the ones pictured below) for $6(!). Gorgeous . . . P.S.: Maybe a botanist can explain why tulips, peonies, and mums — all...Read More
