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10 Signs That It's Time To Ditch Your Real Estate Agent
Buying a home is the most expensive purchase most people ever make. It stands to reason that you would like to know that your agent is doing their best for you. Here are 10 red flags that tell you they're not.
1. "Well I had some clients before, but they were all jerks."
Beware of an agent who trash talks *everyone* they've ever represented. It's kind of like the people who have had a string of "crazy ex's". Eventually it might become obvious to you that you're going to be the next "jerk" that
The Care and Feeding of the Clients From Hell
I'm sure that every real estate agent has had one or two of these. If you haven't, you will. The Clients from Hell, to whom your fee for doing most of the work of finding them a home means that you suddenly have no life except for them and get very, very Irate at the suggestion that you are not on call 24/7. What's an agent to do with people like this? Sure you have to stay in business and not everyone is going to have a perfect client-agent relationship with you, but is it worth it to keep thes
Should You Carry A Gun To Home Showings?
Realtors are in a dangerous profession. The news frequently carries stories about Realtors who were robbed, raped and murdered while showing homes or at open houses. House showings and open houses are a dangerous proposition for the lone Realtor, especially in isolated locations. In cases like these, carrying a concealed gun can provide security and safety. It can also mean that you carry yourself with more confidence, making it less likely that someone will target you. However, a person new to
Home for Sale? Maximize Your Entryway For a Great First Impression
When prospective buyers come to look at your home, your entryway is going to be the first thing they see. Here are some tips on how to make their first impression of your home's interior a great one!
1. Clean, clean, clean.
Cleanliness is the cheapest and best method to make your entryway attractive. Wipe down fixtures, walls, and floors. A cleaner with natural citrus oils can leave a pleasant scent behind. Ruthlessly clean corners and behind any doors.
2. Declutter.
Make sure that only the
How to Save Big Bucks Building Your Own Home
When we decided to build our own home a few years ago, it was an eye-opening experience, to say the least. The end cost was going to be tight so we were exploring different ways to cut costs. We decided on a contractor who was willing to enter into a "Cost Plus" contract. With normal building contracts, the customer is presented with a quote for the cost of construction, and that is the total amount they pay, even if the end cost is higher or lower.
High-End Foreclosures
With 1 in every 483 households in the U.S. facing foreclosure, it only stands to reason that us common folk aren't the only ones affected by the housing crisis. It's just as easy to create a mountain of debt by borrowing against a multi-million dollar estate, as it is for a moderately priced home. Here are some of the celebrities added to the country's growing list of foreclosures.
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