iPhone apps for homebuyers, sellers and homeonwers
It’s one thing to use your computer to search real estate listings, find open houses, and get a sense for crime rates in a specific neighborhood. But now you can do all…
Practical Advice For Home Sellers
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What is a short sale in real estate
"What is a short sale in real estate?” is a question I hear a lot these days. Basically, a short sale is when the total market value of your property equals less…
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The top mistakes sellers make
In my last post, I explained the top mistakes homebuyers often make. Sellers, this time it’s your turn. Here are the top four missteps I’ve seen lots of sellers make—much to their regret.…
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How to stage your home for maximum impact
When you put your house on the market, does it become simply a house for sale? Or does it become a product? I’d argue that to sell your home as soon as possible…
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Telltale signs of a buyer’s market–and what sellers can do about it
Recently, I represented a seller in San Francisco who had had his roof inspected. The inspection came back clean, no problems. And yet, during escrow, the potential buyer wanted to get his…
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Can a home office help sell a house?
A few years ago, the well-organized, customized closet became a must-have item on practically every homebuyer’s checklist. Now you can add a custom-built home office to that list. A custom-built home office…
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How to do owner financing in a real estate transaction
In my last post, ‘What is a lease to buy option?,’ I explained how a lease to buy agreement can help sellers sale their property to a buyer who doesn’t have the down…
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Home not selling? Fresh tips for getting it sold part II
First-time homebuyer tax credits aside, you might find it challenging to sell a home now. After all, the economy’s still struggling, people are worried, and it’s a buyer’s market. In my last…
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More iPad and iPhone real estate apps for homebuyers and sellers
I’ve had my Apple iPad for several days now, and one of the apps I love is Zillow, the iPad version of Zillow.com. Zillow for the iPad (a free app) puts a huge amount…
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Tips for buying and selling a home at the same time
Should you get an offer on your home before you try to find a home to buy? Or should you find the home you want before putting yours on the market? Will…
