Ask The Realtor
Ask The Realtor – Why real estate isn’t a part-time job (and how to hire the right agent)
When I started my real estate career nearly 30 years ago, I immersed myself in learning everything I could. Every course leading to my real estate exam felt intense as I absorbed the essentials: real estate practice, business law, finance, ethics, appraisal,...
Top real estate searches reveal what homebuyers want most this week
It’s really hard to read people’s minds. In a real estate marketplace as diverse as ours, trying to match up our current listings with potential buyers, and targeting the marketing to create the right appeal, can be a challenge. I find it useful to dive into search...
Greed won’t sell your house
The house across the street from me is on its fifth listing in 15 months. It’s a well-built home with rare features for our area: front and back yards, a spacious layout, high-end finishes, a garage and parking for at least four cars. I knew the original owners who...
Are you Team Sign or Team No Sign? Why ‘For Sale’ signs still matter
Lately, I’ve noticed a growing trend: More homes are listed without “For Sale” signs. Surprisingly, this isn’t always the seller’s choice; some agents are advising their clients that signs are unnecessary. Frankly, this doesn’t make sense to me. Signs provide...






