LaMar Real Estate
Planning for Business Success in the New Year
I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday, spent with loved ones, and was able to take a little time off. I rarely do take time off, and these past few days were truly wonderful – just being with my family and not paying attention to my phone or computer. It was well-deserved and much appreciated,…
Read MoreWhat Do Real Estate Agents REALLY Do?
I was involved in some communications this morning between agents-members of a social media group called “Raise the Bar in Real Estate,” and we do our best to make this happen. The question came up about buyers and sellers out there do not understand what we agents actually DO. One of my colleagues commented that…
Read MoreWhy Is It Difficult for Investors to Buy Condos?
In the last several months I have seen my investor clients face some big challenges in purchasing condominiums. I have had two sales almost fall apart in the 11th hour – luckily both buyers were able to close with cash at the last minute. There are a few roadblocks investors need to watch out for…
Read MoreDid Realtors Lie?
Realtors, like lawyers and car salespeople, have not always had the best reputation (there are those of us who make it our mission to disprove the myths, but I digress). The latest scandal certainly does not help the industry: a report was released today that home sales in the last 5 years were misreported across…
Read MoreAvoid Foreclosure and Stay in Your Home: Deeds for Lease Programs
We have heard news of deed for lease programs rumbling for some time, but Bank of America announced this week that it will begin making them a reality. What this means is that struggling homeowners will be able to turn their deeds over the the bank, and then sign a lease to stay in their…
Read MoreToo Much Going On? Get Organized
This is definitely the time of year many people feel there is simply too much going on. It is easy to become overwhelmed – we need to tie up our end of the year business, finish projects, visit doctors, plan parties and holidays, buy gifts, spend money…it can be maddening. Throw in the fast paced…
Read MoreFour Traits Every Realtor Should Possess
No matter what business you are in, if you work with people there are some things you should always do if you want to be successful. By successful I don’t mean financially, although if you do possess these qualities that will follow, but successful in making your clients truly feel well cared for. For Realtors,…
Read MoreSan Diego December Events Calendar
December 1 – 17 North Pole Limited Santa Train Celebrate the holidays aboard the North Pole Limited for a 90-minute holiday ride. Santa’s Elves will serve cookies and hot chocolate, lead a sing-along of traditional Christmas carols and read a famous Christmas train story as the Limited rockets toward the North Pole and Santa’s Workshop…
Read MoreGet Paid to Short Sale Your Home
Short sales are a big part of our real estate reality, and they are not going anywhere anytime soon. Although the relief of getting out of a mortgage that can no longer be maintained is usually a blessing for sellers, there is also an added benefit in some cases, of getting a check from the…
Read MoreCalifornia Needs to Prioritize
The economy has created troubling times for many people and institutions, and it is interesting to look at how the states are dealing with these problems. California is no exception, and is trying to help revamp the state budget so it can run more efficiently. What are the biggest problems in our state, and how…
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