There are many very successful real estate professionals who are former educators. Here is a roadmap to help you make that transition. If there is a perfect plan, it looks something like this … · Mindset: We say that clarity is power and you get what you deserve in your imagination. With
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08/04/2014
I am working on an analysis in the MLS this morning and thought I would share some observations. I am studying a list of 18 homes either for sale or sold recently in Milwood in Austin, TX. A few things I see: - Agent remarks: "Great house." That's it, nothing more. - Living room photo (both
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11/17/2009
You have 3 minutes to sell a house; everywhere the eye looks, the sale begins. Most buyers decide in 30 seconds if they like the house. There are 4 first impressions: 1. curb appeal 2. in the front door 3. kitchen 4. out the back door You will get the most sho
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11/16/2009
This is a sound cautious approach to owner financing ... A very effective method of selling real estate in a buyer's market is to consider offering owner financing, which can offer both the buyer and seller many benefits in the selling and financing of real estate. Unlike many seller's who m
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06/20/2009
Notes for sellers ... This may or may not be an option for a seller for a number of reasons: Your current mortgage may not allow it It could impact you qualifying for a mortgage on your next property You may be interested for some of these reasons: If it is a strong buyers market If your home is
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06/20/2009
The option period in Texas contracts is a tool to assist with fair and timely negotiation processes between buyer and seller. It allows a set amount of time for a buyer to perform due diligence and inspect the property while compensating the seller for this lost time in ‘Active Status' for sale
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03/12/2009
We are so pleased to announce our latest go-green project in our own home in Austin, TX ... new bathroom counters made from recycled beer bottles! I must add that this works in nicely with our lifestyle in more than one way. We took a 1980's type bathroom and put in our cool new Granite Transfo
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03/07/2009
We wrote this post today to help buyers who are considering waiting to buy vs. buying now. It's a conversation between one of our favorite lenders, the Realtor and the buyer. We think there are buyers out there who may find this helpful: http://smartrealestate.wordpress.com/2009/03/06/an-email-
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03/07/2009
What is the Texaplex?David Winans coined the term "Texaplex" to describe the triangular region of Texas that contains 75% of the state's population. Watch the video and see why everyone is talking about the Texaplex.The Texaplex ProjectThe global financial crisis is a vicious cycle. The more w
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03/06/2009
Great post on an AR gathering at the KW national convention in Orlando this weekend ... Saturday night Rosen Backstage This Saturday, February 21st-February 25th, Keller Williams is hosting their annual Family Reunion in Orlando. Liz Moras and I have been planning a place for all of us on Activer
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02/18/2009