In an effort to save time and show good intentions, a few agents are now removing the inspection contingency subject to a repair list.As someone who sat on the CAR contract committee for the contingency removal, I’m well versed in its intent and why you should never remove a contingency in this m
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08/28/2015
Oh, the dreaded statement I shudder to hear from a loan officer!If you've been given this notice, immediately ask these 4 questions;1-What specifically is the problem?This is important because the problem could be minor (Need a document from the buyer) or major (Loan was denied and they are looki
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08/06/2015
Requesting Signatures AFTER Close of Escrow. What’s YOUR Protocol? I had a buyer’s agent (non-represented side) deliver a final walkthrough form (Verification of Property Condition) to our office several days after close of escrow. Not only was it delivered after close, but the buyer’s signed
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03/01/2015
We have many agents who use our Transaction Coordination (TC) services even though an in-house Coordinator is provided through their broker. Why? We offer more comprehensive services so busy agents can focus on what they do best…showing properties, listing homes and writing offers. Let’s
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01/26/2015
I'll be teaching my popular Paperless File class at the Inland Gateway Association of REALTORS in Corona on Wednesday May 21st. from 1-3 pm. CREATING PAPERLESS FILES FOR A REAL ESTATE OFFICE More and more real estate professionals and their clients are using internet technology to communicate an
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03/13/2014
Stuff a Buyer Should Sign Off on a Title ReportI just had an email conversation with one of my TC's that work with me regarding title report items and thought I'd share it with you. If you've read my blogs or taken my class, then you know I always encourage EVERYONE on the team to read the title
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03/11/2014
Are you looking for information on Transaction Management? Have an assistant you want to train, or just want to improve your skills? I'm teaching my 4 hour power-packed class next week at several locations and I would love to see you there! BayEast Association of REALTORS in Pleasanton, CA Oct.
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10/12/2013
I recently closed a transaction that was challenging to say the least. We repeatedly asked the other agent for documents to be signed and returned to us and she either gave vague answers that she would do it or ignored our requests. I was going to chalk her up to being a "D+" agent, however as so
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09/27/2013
Pending sales are complicated and require professionals who know what's going on with the transaction. A great Transaction Coordinator or Agent will act as an "air traffic controller" to guide the team to a successful close. Effective communication between the team members (buyer/seller/agents/ e
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09/27/2013
1-Do you spend more time working on paperwork then marketing/prospecting to clients? 2-Are you exhausted from trying to keep up with work/family/personal time? 3-Do you print out and store your files and paperwork as hard copies? 4-Are you spending too much time preparing files for your broker's
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09/16/2013