Home seller advice
Working with One Agent vs. a Real Estate “Team”
I’ve seen a lot of changes in the real estate industry over the last 14 years, and one of the biggest has been the increase in the number of “teams.” A team is a group of real estate agents who work under one broker. For example, say John Smith works for Real Estate Company, and…
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Qualified Home Owners – Save in Taxes on Next Home Purchase
People are always asking me how they can save money on home purchases and sales, and legislation under California Propositions 60 and 90 is one of the best ways to do just that. BUT, you have to meet certain qualifications. Proposition 60 and 90 help home sellers transfer their current residential tax base to the…
Read MoreNew Zillow Program Could Hurt Home Sellers, Agents
Today Zillow announced that it has test-launched a new program called Instant Offers, which it claims will help home sellers and agents. But upon close inspection this program is full of legal caveats for home sellers and agents alike. The new program claims to offer options to home sellers so that they can avoid traditional…
Read MoreThe Best Time To Sell a House Starts May 1!
Sellers get ready! Not only are we about to embark on the busy Spring/Summer selling season in real estate – which actually seems to be well under way – but according to Zillow we are entering the best 2 weeks out of the entire year to sell a home. Zillow reports that the period between…
Read More6 Improvements that May Not Add Value to Your Home Sale
It is common knowledge that upgrades and improvements add value to homes, and of course most people know that there are some upgrades and improvements that add more value than others, such as upgrading kitchen counters and appliances, or bathrooms. But some improvements do not truly add value in the sense that they will increase…
Read MoreHome Sellers, List Agents Beware: Lockbox and Home Break-ins on Rise
There seem to be a a slurry of lockbox break-ins and subsequent home break-ins or attempts lately in the San Diego County area, so if you have a home for sale or are a listing agent, please read on so you can be informed and safe. Several agents – including myself – have reported lockbox…
Read MoreKeeping the “Real” in Real Estate
The real estate business has definitely evolved over the last few decades, with the growth of technology being the main contributor. But when it comes down to it, working with a real estate agent is not just about finding a savvy salesperson, but rather it is about finding someone who truly has your best interests…
Read MoreHome Sellers: You Get What You Pay For
Have you ever thought about your experience buying clothing, and compared shopping at say Nordstrom, to shopping at a discount clothing store? Did you notice the service difference – sure, the Nordstrom employee works on commission, but that is actually a benefit to you if you need help finding the right outfits. He or she…
Read MoreShould Sellers Have a Home Inspection Prior to Listing?
Today on Twitter a follower made a comment about the benefits of having a home pre-inspection prior to listing a property. There are some agents who recommend doing so and it can be a good idea. However there are also agents who would not recommend doing so because it could open up a can of…
Read MoreHome Not Selling? 5 Reasons Why You May Not Have Offers
If your home is on the market and there are no offers, it may be time to figure out why, and whether there is anything you can do to remedy the situation and get some offers rolling in. Let’s focus in on the key factors involved in selling a home – which could be reasons…
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