But Zillow says my house is worth… How many times have I heard this?!? Have you read this article? Fast forward to the image caption: Zillow CEO Spencer Rascoff, shown in his downtown Seattle office, says Zestimates are “a good starting point” but that nationwide Zestimates have a “median error rate” of about 8%. (Ellen[…]
Your Realtor gets to work Hot Dog! You’ve hired me to represent you and list your home for sale! What happens now? More paperwork! Top 10 List. Write a top ten list of reasons you love living in your home and neighborhood. These are intangibles- reasons buyers can’t easily see for themselves such as easy[…]
While tempting at first glance, do not attempt to go-it alone! Many home owners start their selling process looking on sites such as Zillow or Trulia to see at what price their property is valued. I understand that logic because it’s easy and free, but keep in mind: The sites aren’t 100% accurate. Pocket Listings[…]
Buyers need a buyer’s agent. This is not a suggestion or a maybe- this is a must. Let’s say you’re the buyer all agents have dreamed of and you’ve done your homework and gotten pre-approved. WOW! I could just hug you so tight! Take the time to find a Realtor to assist in your search.[…]
Are you wondering how I work for you and what that really means? I’m a Realtor, but that’s only half of it! I’m a real estate matchmaker because I believe most people need help moving- moving up from an apartment, moving from another state or moving on from bad marriage, right-sizing after the kids have[…]
It is generally standard practice that the seller pays all Realtor commissions in the transaction. Yes, that means if you are the buyer, you can purchase a home, using a FULL service Realtor and it will cost you nothing out of your pocket. The Realtor depends on the seller to pay for their services- services[…]
I have clients ask me, “isn’t it your job to find my house?” The short answer is I can find your next house. Often times I do, but no, it’s not my job. My job to assist you in your search, schedule showings of properties and negotiate on the purchase of your next home. It[…]
An experienced, professional Realtor helps guide your journey and keeps you on track with your time and money. My opinion is it’s never a good sign if you call up a random Realtor and ask them to show you a property and he/she says, YEAH! Let’s go right now! Here’s why- if they can go[…]