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Often, buyers feel that they don’t need a REALTOR®, and they can just call the listing agents directly. Their logic is, “If I am using the listing agent, I can probably get a better deal since the listing agent can probably be flexible on their commission since they are getting both sides.” That is not…
I love showing homes. That is the most fun part of my job as a REALTOR®. The hardest part of my job? Scheduling those showings. I make sure that I respond very quickly to anyone who wants to show any of my listings. I make sure that my homes are on REALTOR®-only accessible electronic lockboxes if…
I spoke to a potential buyer who had reached out to me about seeing a property. I said that I would work on scheduling the property for her, and I also asked her questions about what she was looking for. She gave me some details, and I emailed her a bunch of properties later that day. I then called…
There are a lot of different REALTORS® out there, and it sometimes can be hard to differentiate what kind of REALTOR® would work best for you and your needs. The best advice I can give is to see what number they give you. You want a REALTOR® who gives you their cell phone. Not an office number,…
Jay Auerbach, a real estate attorney with Khani and Auerbach, sent me this informative email about how closings are going to be changing in August: At Khani & Auerbach we are prepared to meet the challenges that lie ahead in the coming year. One such challenge includes new rules adopted by the Consumer Finance Protection…
People love good stories and sellers are no different. A lot of sellers want their home to go to buyers that will love, appreciate and take good care of that home. It is good to keep that in mind when submitting an offer. Yes, a seller wants as much as possible, but deep down, they are…
Owning a home is a keystone of wealth… both financial affluence and emotional security.