Today I showed some clients homes in the $350,000 listed as short sales which sold for more than $550,000 less than 1 year ago. These are all over the place.The questions is: Are these kinds of properties shortable? Will the bank(s) approve a loss like this?My experience tells me 'no', but it
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01/26/2008
I have seen to many times when an agent looks out for themselves and not the client. I am a huge believer in Karma and feel these agents will get what they deserve. However it bugs me to see this happening and knowing there is nothing I can do about it. You are not allowed to contact the seller
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01/26/2008
Landmark Plaza Building Located at 122 N. Harbor BoulevardOriginally: Farmers and Merchants BankLocation: 122 N. Harbor Boulevard1904: Beaux Arts Style (redesigned in 1922)The Farmers and Merchants Bank building, initially constructed in 1904, received its beautifully detailed beaux-arts facade
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01/24/2008
John Hetebrink House Located at 515 E. Chapman Ave.Location: 515 E. Chapman Ave.1914: Mission Revival This magnificent structure is the finest example of residential Mission Revival architecture in Fullerton. This residence features unique detailing, and its prominent parapet, scalloped arched
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01/24/2008
Apple just announced within 2 quarters they have captured over 20% of the smartphone market. Why is this important? Because it is the future - not just the iPhone but all media enabled phones. The ability to have information at your fingertips.Realtor.com is on board now with iphone.realtor.co
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01/24/2008
I am sitting at the Mastering Real Estate - Marketing and Technology Workshop by Realtor.com. I was invited as an award recipient and decided to go even though I know they invited me to show the workshop attendees - 'Hey look - this guy can do it so can you.' But, while I listen to Max Pigman -
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01/24/2008
I am fortunate my brother-in-law is a Real Estate E&O lawyer so I get a lot of tips how to stay out of trouble. One of the best had to do with disclosures, the #1 cause of lawsuits.There are 2 rules:Disclose everything.Do not use descriptive words #1 is pretty straight forward. #2 means some thi
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01/23/2008
For some reason our industry is filled with mudslinging. We are in constant competition be it for listings, buyers, marketing, and even reputation. When I first got into the business I asked about the reputation of the top agents in my city. It was amazing at the legacy these people were leavin
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01/23/2008
I have a very painless feedback system in place through HomeFeedback.com. There are 7 questions to answer with 6 of them being multiple choice and 1 asking what they showing agent thinks the price should be.I used to be a rocket scientist, but not any more, and so I know this is simple stuff.Why
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01/22/2008
I am a big proponent of communication and come from a business background working as a consultant with the military. When you are set off on a task - not only do you get started on the task at hand but in some media of communication relay what you believe to be your task to the one who tasked yo
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01/22/2008
