‘We’ll call you when we’re ready to buy’ and 9 other lies agents hear

A lie, no matter how seemingly small, can throw a huge wrench into the buying and selling process. Here are 10 common lies real estate agents hear all the time. Continue reading

10 things sellers should never say to their listing agents

Sellers want to give their input to their listing agent on how showings should be handled as well as pricing, managing other agents, offers, negotiations and what they will and will not repair. But here’s where they all too often shoot themselves in th… Continue reading

6 reasons buyers should never move in before closing

With many buyers, the following question invariably comes up: “Would it be possible for us to put just a few things in the house right before closing?” Here are six reasons why your answer should always be, “No!” Continue reading

8 decluttering tips that’ll take your listing from hot mess to shining success

Decluttering can mean the difference between a home that sits and a home that sells. Here are eight ways real estate agents and their clients can address the clutter when preparing a home for sale. Continue reading

Closing emergency! 6 last-minute snags and how to solve them

Whether it’s a lender who over-promised and under-delivered the timeline for loan approval, buyers or sellers who dropped the ball in some way (despite numerous reminders from their agent) or an agent who either failed to communicate timely details or … Continue reading

What’s hot and what’s not: 10 luxury housing trends you can’t ignore

Luxury buyers are often seeking homes to accommodate their jet-setting, upwardly mobile lifestyle — they know what they want, and money isn’t an object. Find out what’s in vogue and what’s not for luxury homes here. Continue reading