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What will 2020 look like for homebuyers?

Thinking of buying a home in 2020? (CNN)You’ve been searching and saving for months — or maybe even years. Will 2020 finally be the year you buy your first home? The conditions seem right: Interest rates are much lower than the 5% to 5.5% rates forecasters anticipated last year, and the economy is still going strong. But you’re […]

Warning, Rental Scams.

Despite repeated warnings, rental scams continue to occur and may be increasing. As a Realtor, I experienced such a fraud about ten years ago. One of my listings for sale was hacked and altered to seem like a rental. I was suddenly aware of the scam when I received several phone calls the same day.  […]

Referral based home sales

You may not be relocating, buying or selling but you may know someone who is. Someone who needs relentless energy, relevant expertise, a thoughtful approach and deep knowledge. Refer that someone to me. I treat my clients like family. What’s my secret? I am obsessively dedicated to providing my clients with the best customer service. […]

Pricing Strategies for real estate sales

Which is the right pricing strategy for you? Three price strategy: Less is More: Price slightly below market value in anticipation of a bidding war. Buyers think it’s a steal and start a bidding war through multiple offers driving the price up. Market Average: No more, no less. It’s the average days on the market […]

What’s Changed in Real Estate Sales?

What has changed in the real estate industry in the last couple of years? Amazon, iBuyer, Guaranteed Sale, Open Door, Opcity, Homestead Road, HomePartners, Redfin, Zillow, Hubuz, Make Me Move, Virtual Agent are now in real estate sales. These national technology-driven entries into real estate are competing against traditional real estate companies for your business. […]

House for Sale during the Holidays?

Should you list your house, or keep it on the market during the holidays? Well, there’s been a lot of debate about this question, a lot of Pros and Cons. As a seller, you notice a slow down of buyer activity and there’s so much other stuff to do: holiday decorating, family and friends visits […]