In a hot real estate market—like the one we’re having now!—we often see new Realtors and real estate agents flood the scene. That can be great for you—as competition goes up, real estate professionals are driven to up their game, offering better and better service. It can also lead to problems, like pushy or over-promising… Read more »
Posts By: Theresa Davis
Dangers of “Guaranteed Sale” Offers
If you’ve seen real estate ads at all, there’s a good chance you’ve seen some crazy-good guarantees: “Home sold within 60 days or I’ll buy it! “Your house sold in 90 days or I’ll sell it free” The days and exact offers vary, but they boil down to a practice widely known as “Guaranteed Sale.”… Read more »
Dangers of For Sale by Owner (FSBO)
Thinking about selling your home without an agent? It is possible to have a positive experience selling your own home, but you should be aware of the difficulties and dangers before you take that path. Marketing Responsibilities (Danger: Little Exposure & Fewer Views) One of the most important elements of selling a home is exposure…. Read more »
Move Up: How to Leverage a Seller’s Market
What Makes a Seller’s Market? High Demand When demand is high—as it is right now—homes generally sell quickly and for a good price. Demand is often steady for long periods of time, since new construction takes months to complete. Low Interest Rates Low interest rates create a good time to start a loan on a… Read more »