fsbo: How to win over a For Sale by Owner – Attitude is everything! - 09/04/08 11:35 PM
Tonight while watching one of my favorite movies of all time, I realized that this movie described me every time I left the office, or my house, to go to a For Sale by Owner's home. I left with all the confidence in the world, but upon getting in to the … (14 comments)
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fsbo: Don't wait too long, The Bottom will hit 3 months before... - 09/04/08 01:50 PM
DON'T WAIT TOO LONG; THE BOTTOM WILL HIT 3 MONTHS BEFORE YOU KNOW IT... So what does all this mean? Well, for one thing it does take 60 days to accumulate most data and another 30 to spread it around to the media and the public. This does make it difficult … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Home Sellers Get More Money for Their Home When Selling without an Agent - 09/04/08 09:01 AM
According to a study conducted by Consumer Reports published in the September 2008 issue, home sellers who used a real estate agent received less money for their homes than sellers who sold their home without an agent. The study found that homeowners who sold with the help of an agent received … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Should Trulia Give More SEO Value to Their Agents? - 09/04/08 07:42 AM
Trulia uses 302 redirects that prevents the flow of links to the brokers’ source sites which essentially stops Google from following these links and makes Trulia the original source of the content. We at Fizber don’t find it wrong because these sort of things are common with any general online advertising … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Oshawa For Sale By Owner Home Built By Kassinger In Rose Garden - 09/03/08 08:12 PM
This Oshawa for sale by owner home was built by Herman Kassinger and is located in Rose Garden. All schools, parks, churches and a convenience store is a short walk away.
The raised bungalow features 3 bedrooms on the main floor as well as the living room, 4 piece bathroom and … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Forget Renting - Become a Co-Ho - 09/03/08 10:52 AM
Twenty-somethings are taking advantage of the housing slump by buying homes with friends.
The cooled-down housing market and lower prices are attracting new buyers: groups of young professionals who want to invest but don’t quite have the dough to buy their own place. Instead, they’re buying homes with friends and splitting … (0 comments)
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fsbo: POST Gustav Walk (I Thought...) Confession With Photos - 09/02/08 05:41 PM
First, I apologize to the Long Beach, MS Government and other workers because I did not think the curfew applied to me. When I started out I was just going to walk around the block. Then I became obsessed, and kept walking. I admit it was very windy. I rationalized that … (0 comments)
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fsbo: A sign of the times? For the sake of Lake Zurich sellers, I sure hope not! - 09/02/08 04:25 PM
On my way driving home from my office today I noticed 5 for sale by owner signs…all within approximately a one mile radius. This is a sudden increase in for sale by owner signs in the area, making me wonder if this is a sign of the times or of the … (15 comments)
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fsbo: Fizber in Chinese - 09/02/08 11:42 AM
The Fizber team has just returned from the trip to Beijing for the Olympic Games. Ever wondered how do you say Fizber in Chinese? The Chinese pinyin for it is ‘fáng dōng zì shòu’ (Homes For Sale By Owner”) and the word “Fizber” is written in Chinese hieroglyphics below: Fizber.com … (0 comments)
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fsbo: 25% Of Residential Real Estate In Canada Is Sold Privately - 09/01/08 05:12 PM
Private sales of real estate in Canada amount to 25% of the market. This number surprises a lot of people, however statistics will verify it.
Have you ever bought a new home from a builder? If so, this was a private sale. No real estate agents were involved in the transaction as … (1 comments)
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fsbo: FSBO who means business - 09/01/08 04:54 PM
I was out looking at properties the other day and ran across the biggest House For Sale sign I've ever seen. This FSBO really got my attention since the sign looks like a billboard. I haven't called to see how s/he's doing, but expect that this sign is doing a good … (2 comments)
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fsbo: Courtice Open Houses On HomesByOwner.com - 09/01/08 04:31 PM
Plan to attend Courtice Open Houses this coming weekend. Don't miss this one.
21 Kennedy Drive - Sunday, September 7 -- 2 to 4pm
Directions to this For Sale By Owner home.
This Clarington private real estate sale is located in a great family area. It is on a dead end street, so … (0 comments)
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fsbo: I can do it myself. No help needed -thank you! - 09/01/08 12:42 PM
Do FSBO'S shut the door on you?
I can do it myself...I don't need to list my house....We have all heard this..been there ...dealt with it ..BUT
I am curious to … (13 comments)
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fsbo: St. Louis Real Estate-Market Watch August 30th, 2008 - 08/31/08 10:09 PM
The St. Louis Real Estate Market this weeks shows a few more active listings coming on the market and still fewer homes accepting contracts. Thus, our pending ratio has fallen again to 12.37 percent. This past February was the last time we saw a pending ratio under 13 percent. We are … (0 comments)
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fsbo: 'Make An Offer' Feature Added To The HomesByOwner.com For Sale By Owner Website - 08/31/08 04:32 PM
The HomesByOwner.com For Sale By Owner Website has added a ‘Make An Offer' feature. This will allow buyers to communicate with sellers to create an agreement with them.
When viewing a listing on our Durham Region FSBO site, you will notice under the photo a link titled ‘Make An Offer' under … (1 comments)
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fsbo: How To Work With Real Estate Offers When Selling - 08/31/08 03:25 PM
Selling real estate is a very traumatic time. This is especially true when it comes time to deal with an offer. You are about to sign an agreement that commits you to a sale in the hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Then a buyer comes along and presents you with an … (1 comments)
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fsbo: Oshawa Real Estate And Homes For Sale By Owner - 08/31/08 08:40 AM
This Oshawa Real Estate is located in Columbus on 6 acres. It has 2 road frontages totalling over 400 feet and is situated on a wooded ravine with a scenic creek running through it. The creek divides the property into 2 seperate parcels. There are 2 acres on one side and 4 on … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Oshawa For Sale By Owner Home Located In Great Family Area - 08/31/08 08:17 AM
This Oshawa For Sale By Owner home is located in a prime area of the northeast part of the city. Pride of ownership certainly shows in this bungalow. The owner has updated it from top-to-bottom. There is nothing more to do.
You will find 3 spacious bedrooms on the main floor … (0 comments)
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fsbo: For Sale By Owner.. - 08/30/08 08:18 PM
Preface: As some of my readers know, I can be pretty darn direct, not because of ego or wanting to be right, but because I genuinely care about people.
If you saw someone about to jump off a bridge wouldn’t you try to help too? So forgive my directness, and … (10 comments)
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fsbo: Blight – Or Do As I Say and Not As I Do? - 08/30/08 10:24 AM
Campaign Election Signs vs. Open House Signs
Yes, this is somewhat of a rant. OK, I take that back, it is a rant – not somewhat! It appears that everywhere you turn there are political campaign signs popping up all over the place. These are a blight on our … (13 comments)
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fsbo: Chicago, IL, 60660 - For Sale By Owner - 08/29/08 09:06 AM
1 bedroom/1 bath, hardwood floors, throughout, granite countertops/new, appliances, view of lake. More info: http://www.fizber.com/Illinois-buy-Condo-Townhome-Co-op-home-6688120.html Fizber ID - 6688120
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fsbo: Giving out door hangers? DONT PAY SOMEONE TO DO IT!! - 08/28/08 06:49 PM
Alot of agents like to pay someone to go around an area and do the door hangers, DONT DO IT!! I been doing the door hangers and 50% of the time I will meet some of the owners and get to know them.
DONT PAY SOMEONE, GET OUT A DO IT … (5 comments)
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fsbo: It's All About the Net! - 08/28/08 05:21 PM
I have a soft spot for FSBO's. Before I was selling real estate, and I was simply appraising it, my wife and I sold our very first home all by ourselves in West Roxbury, MA. The buyer who ended up purchasing the home told us she had an agent representing … (2 comments)
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fsbo: Satisfaction guaranteed!!! If your not happy I will give you a release - 08/28/08 01:00 AM
Satisfaction guaranteed!!!
THIS MEANS IF YOUR NOT HAPPY YOU ARE RELEASED!!
I TELL ALL MY SELLER IF AT ANYTIME THE SELLER IS NOT HAPPY I WILL GIVE THEM A RELEASE WITHOUT MAKING THEM PAY ANY MARKETING FEE! THATS RIGHT NOTHING! NO MARKETING FEE!!
I DONT UNDERSTAND WHY MOST OF THEM DONT … (0 comments)
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fsbo: OVER 200 HOMES IN TOTTENVILLE GOT DOOR HANGERS TODAY!! - 08/28/08 12:00 AM
HOW WOULD YOU LIKE TO COME HOME AND SEE THIS ON YOUR DOOR?TOTTENVILLE
IF YOUR A "FOR SALE BY OWNER" THIS IS A GREAT THING TO HAVE ON YOUR DOOR.
THIS DOOR HANGER WILL GIVE YOU ALOT OF INFORMATION ABOUT GILLANI HOMES AND IT ALSO HAS MY CARD ON IT … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Weeknight vs Weekend Open Houses - 08/27/08 11:46 PM
Weeknight vs Weekend Open Houses
I am just wanting some opinions on this. Our area has been mainly "Sunday Open House" so I am thinking now that school will be back at it and many parents are going to and from school games and practices would an "Weeknight Open House" … (25 comments)
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fsbo: FSBO....FSBO... where for art thou FSBO - 08/27/08 10:26 PM
For the last few years my partner and I are always looking for other ways of produce income for our Real Estate business.
Along with our listings...we've also been showing properties to more buyers now then we ever had to in a long time. I usually handle the listings while he … (32 comments)
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fsbo: Seller is will to give out 5% if I come with a buyer? - 08/27/08 09:27 PM
I was talking to one of my FSBO today and he states that he will give me 5% if I come with a buyer. I tryed talking to him and stated that he should list with me so I can get him on MLS, all the websites and in print for … (8 comments)
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fsbo: For Sale Buy Owners VS. Agents Great Post by Ed Chapparo - 08/27/08 06:58 PM
Some homeowners are tempted to sell their home on their own instead of using
a professional real estate agent. A portion of those owners are successful.
But, many are not successful. The potential for savings is much more elusive
than many anticipate. For example, when a buyer considers a home being … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Let a Professional Realtor Sell Your Property - 08/27/08 06:17 PM
Experienced sellers of real property and many real estate investors know to hire a realtor to protect their interests and help them through the process. Unlike these sellers, I had to be stubborn and learned the hard way. I was not going to hire a realtor and just knew I would save … (2 comments)
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fsbo: For Sale By Owner - I'm not using a Realtor. - 08/27/08 06:11 PM
Do you want to sell your house on your own? As a Realtor I believe you should list your home with a real estate agent. In fact, I think you should list it with me.
Do you really know what it takes to get your home sold? Here is … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Seller Financing? Yes!! It's the way to go! - 08/27/08 05:42 PM
Property sitting on the market too long? Agents are encouraged to introduce the idea of seller financing to all the FSBO's out there. So MANY do-it-yourself sellers have no clue on how to properly sell their home, and when it sits on the market, they wonder why. You can't save enough in … (12 comments)
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fsbo: New Listing at 123HappyStreet.com - Port Saint Lucie, Florida - 08/27/08 03:10 PM
123HappyStreet.com - FREE Nationwide For Sale By Owner & Agent Website also LatinoFSBO.com (hispanic)http://www.123happystreet.com123 Happy Street, Where Home Buyers and Sellers Meet"737 S.W. Ravenswood Ln Port Saint Lucie, FL 34983
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fsbo: Collegiate house-hunting - 08/27/08 11:34 AM
Five things to consider before buying a pad for your college student
Rising college costs are causing some parents to consider an alternate housing plan for their students: They’re bypassing the dorm and off-campus apartments in favor of purchasing a condominium or single-family home. In some cases, it might be not … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Neighborhood Event Finder - 08/27/08 11:00 AM
If you've ever felt trapped in your career, there is a good chance that you have considered relocation. The thought of a new city and a fresh start feels like just the thing to jumpstart your stalled professional life.
When searching for a home in a new area, you'll research … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Palos Hills, IL, 60465 - For Sale By Owner - 08/27/08 09:04 AM
Motivated Seller has Beautiful condo setting. L-shaped living/dining room. 22x12 living room, 12x10 dining room, 12x10 eat in kitchen, 15x12master bedroom, 12x11 2nd bedroom, 5x17 balcony. Laundry with garage has lots of storage. Central Air, Electric oven/range, electric heat,dishwasher, brandnew refrigerator, washer, dryer, electric fireplace. Assessmets $190.mtly includes common insurance, exterior … (0 comments)
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fsbo: MEGA CAMP -- DAY 2 - 08/26/08 09:56 PM
Day 2 was a short day for me as the Mega Agent Camp ended at noon and I didn't go to the Commercial presentation this afternoon. Today featured Mark Zupan (paralymics participant) and Grammy award winning guitar player Larry Carlton. Both of these guys experienced devastating injuries but came through it … (6 comments)
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fsbo: What do you have to offer prospective clients? Do they know? - 08/26/08 07:58 PM
Are these questions that you ask yourself daily? Weekly? Monthly? Or do you ask yourself these quesitons at all?
I heard a comment the other day that struck me as a bit odd 'You can do too much on the internet' Can you? I think not, I think that there is so … (4 comments)
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fsbo: Use Our Experience When Selling Your Home Privately - 08/26/08 06:40 PM
Remember the day that you drove into a gas station, pulled up to the pumps and an old guy came sauntering out? He was in a pair of coveralls and was wiping his hands on one of those cloths the mechanics use. He would walk up to you and say ‘good … (0 comments)
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fsbo: KNOCK, KNOCK...GO AWAY! - 08/26/08 03:01 PM
KNOCK KNOCK...WHEN IS IT A GOOD TIME TO CALL ON A FSBO? AT ONE OF OUR OFFICE DISCUSSIONS, WE GOT ON THE TOPIC OF WHEN IS IT A GOOD TIME TO CALL ON FSBOS AND EXPIRED LISTINGS. IT WAS SUGGESTED THAT AS EARLY AS POSSIBLE, EVEN BEFORE 9:00 A.M. TO KNOCK ON SOMEONE'S DOOR … (4 comments)
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fsbo: How To Handle Multiple Offers When Buying Or Selling Real Estate - 08/26/08 02:32 PM
In some markets, multiple offers can show up whether you are buying or selling real estate. As a seller it is a pleasant experience, while buyers have a different set of emotions to deal with.
Sellers love situations like this. They have 2 or more buyers interested in their home. It … (2 comments)
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fsbo: When Is The Best Time To Sell Your Home - 08/26/08 01:43 PM
A question we get asked a lot is when is the best time to sell a home. Unfortunately there is really no correct answer. There are years where there is neither a spring or fall market. Sometimes the summer of even the winter is very active.
In real estate there are … (0 comments)
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fsbo: How to Handle Objections the RIGHT Way - 08/26/08 11:26 AM
Ok, phase 2 of our fsbo marketing educational series is no in action! Our first clip is aimed at objections, and how to deal with them quickly and efficiently. Just 9 - 10 minutes is all you need to listen to this one. Enjoy!
www.fsboleadportal.com/fsbonewsletter1
Chad Weber - www.fsboleadportal.com/blog
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fsbo: FSBO - is it good or bad for the Seller? - 08/26/08 09:59 AM
The typical FSBO home sold for $187,200 compared to $247,000 for agent-assisted home sales.
FSBO Methods Used to Market Home:Yard Sign . . . 50%Friends/neighbors . . . 29%Newspaper ad . . . 31%Open House . . . 25%Listing on the Internet . . . 21%
Most Difficult Tasks for FSBO … (1 comments)
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fsbo: When Sellers aren't Selling - 08/25/08 08:04 PM
Remind them "Presentation is everything!"
At times the sellers themselves thwart the efforts of the Real Estate Agent. Nothing can be quite as frustrating as trying to pull all the weight when someone else is adding to the burden by being uncooperative!If you have a seller who is not making … (2 comments)
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fsbo: Real Estate Agent or Friend? - 08/25/08 07:58 PM
Real Estate Agent or Friend???
I am so sick of For Sale By Owners acting so bad to real estate agents but 95% of the real estate agents are only trying to make some quick money. The money is the name of the game but I always try to be … (2 comments)
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fsbo: Title Companies Work together Combat Media - 08/25/08 03:21 PM
Just a few weeks ago I attended a Sales Meeting for RE/MAX First agency. There was talk about how to handle the negative media outlook of the market. Linda Fredericks, President of The Greater Baton Rouge Board of REALTORS had attended a program on how to show that the real estate … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Bar Harbor, ME, 04609 - For Sale By Owner - 08/25/08 11:50 AM
Must sell these prime condos ideally situated on one end of town. 5 Minute walk to the center. Each unit has 3 bedrooms 2.5 baths. Fully furnished with TV, fans, beds and furniture. Ready to rent or move in. Grandfathered for weekly rental options. Strong weekly rental history. Incredibly convenient to … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Sometimes helping family gives you new perspective - 08/25/08 09:19 AM
Seeing my mom cry has giving me a new perspective on real estate and why it is so important to hire a real estate professional to help you through the process of buying and selling a home.
You see, my parents were in a situation that they would never move from … (15 comments)
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fsbo: FSBO For Sale By Owner Help in Eau Claire Wisconsin - 08/24/08 10:52 PM
Selling
your house on your own but don't want to pay
a commission? Fine by me. I wish you the best.
Was
that so hard to say? Nope. I sincerely do hope
you can sell your home, after all it's your home and you have every
right to … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Response to: The Risk of Selling Your Own Property - 08/24/08 09:45 PM
While surfing the web today, I found the following blog. It is supposedly a balanced look at the differences between using a REALTOR and selling your home yourself. The article was misleadingly titled "The Risk of Selling Your Own Property", but after the first paragraph, it was apparent that the blog … (4 comments)
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fsbo: St. Louis Real Estate-Market Watch August 23rd, 2008 - 08/24/08 09:01 PM
The St. Louis Real Estate Market this week shows more signs of inventory shrinking with fewer active listings and our pending ratio dropping to 13.54 percent. This same week in August 2007 we saw 11.5 percent more active listings with 16.7 percent more homes accepting contracts. The pending ratio the week of August
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fsbo: Why The Internet Will Help The FSBO Market To Continue To Grow - 08/24/08 04:21 PM
The internet is a teenager. In terms of years, it is in its early teens. Although it seems like it has been around for decades, it is still in its early years.
The ‘information highway' has certainly changed the way we live. Online we can shop, book vacations and flights, sell … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Custom home in a quiet subdivision, great access to all Ada/Canyon county... - 08/24/08 03:45 PM
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fsbo: Instructions For Showings For The For Sale By Owner Market - 08/24/08 12:28 PM
Someone selling the home For Sale By Owner should take some precautions when showing their home. Most of these are common sense, however a little refresher course is in order.
Arrange your showings for the daytime. If this is not possible, make sure there are 2 adults in the home,
Never let … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Spice Up Your Real Estate Listings with Video - 08/23/08 06:02 AM
Cameras are revolutionizing the way we sell our homes. It's only customary for home sellers to offer photos of properties put up for grabs. But adding video clips could boost credibility and add detail to your real estate listings - and you may reap a nice reward from your efforts. … (5 comments)
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fsbo: Warning*Blog Marathon With Photos*|Disclosing Environmental Noise|Neighbors & Other Issues - 08/22/08 10:46 PM
Introduction: This blog took on a life of its own. I think I needed to discharge:-) There really are some key points.
When buying:
Pay attention to environmental issues.
Ask Questions, then, Ask some more questions.
Pay attention to zoning and covenants/restrictions
Sometimes areas may have several different zonings clumped together. … (10 comments)
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fsbo: The worst thing to do when trying a FSBO - 08/22/08 05:50 PM
Recently I heard of someone who was going to try the following approach. He decided to try to sell the home himself and if that did not succeed, after some time try to sell the home with an agent.
Granted, I do not recommend this approach because the market is clearly … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Fizber Around the Globe - 08/22/08 10:50 AM
House may be the most expensive thing you have ever bought…And of course it is very important step in your live. So you have to think twice before choosing any. There you may find some nice houses for sale ;)))))
They are not real homes. But if so many people visit … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Add a Garage to Increase Home Resale Value - 08/22/08 10:01 AM
With home values decreasing recently, more than ever you want to be sure that any home improvements you make will help add value.
A long know fact in the real estate industry is that the smallest and least expensive home in a neighborhood typically gets a higher appraised value per square … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Don’t Overlook The Garage When Getting Your Home Ready To Sell - 08/22/08 08:47 AM
The garage is a classic junk area. As you go through cars, bikes and motorcycles, you end up with used items that you figure you might someday use. You can often have old oil lying around, used tires that you figure you could turn into a swing or planter. Because you … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Garage Trends - 08/22/08 08:01 AM
# The two-car garage is outdated. Families are growing. People own "summer" and "winter" cars. Teenagers own cars.
Some home buyers base their entire home-buying decision on the type of garage that comes with the house. One home buyer specifically decided to purchase a certain home because it had a four-car … (0 comments)
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fsbo: All Things Web 2.0 – Buy and Sell Real Estate Web 2.0 - 08/22/08 07:31 AM
Information is power, and that couldn’t be more true when it comes to real estate. Catering to savvy buyers and sellers who crave Web 2.0 tools, Fizber, a for-sale-by-owner Website, aims to connect buyers and sellers. Despite pricing uncertainty in the current market, the site’s traffic continues its upward trend, … (0 comments)
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fsbo: BUBBA—The Flipside of FSBO Revisited - 08/22/08 07:25 AM
Buying as a BUBBA is down in 2007 though still higher than FSBO. What is a BUBBA you say? It is a Buyer Unrepresented by a Buyer's Agent. In 2006, almost a quarter of all buyers' were BUBBAs. In 2007, according to the National Association of REALTORS® 2007 Profile of Home … (25 comments)
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fsbo: Garages That Sell - 08/22/08 06:58 AM
Estimates for organizational products run on the low end from around $1,000 up to about $10,000. Garages are now an extension of living space and have moved away from a total utilitarian function.
* Many buyers want a garage that offers organizational systems featuring bins, pull-out drawers, baskets, shelving, cabinets, workbenches … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Going Once, Going Twice - 08/21/08 06:52 PM
Sold! Like it or not you just bought it. Auctions can be a good source for finding bargain properties but they do have their drawbacks. First, let's cover some basics. The St Tammany Parish Sheriff's office holds auctions on Wednesdays in the courthouse. The seized properties being auctioned are published in … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Obtaining a Mortgage Online - 08/21/08 09:34 AM
A mortgage for first time home buyers or people who are looking to refinance their homes has become much easier in later years — thanks to the internet and the ability to obtain a mortgage online.
Of course there is your local bank, where you can go, walk in, sit down … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Online tools used by those who use the internet in their housing search - 08/21/08 08:26 AM
According to a recent research made by pewinternet.org, features ranked most useful among homebuyers searching for a home on the Internet were virtual tours and detailed neighborhood information, both viewed as very useful by more than four out of five buyers. Fizber.com’s new feature gives home-buyers the grand tour of their … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Does Buyers Market mean good times for FSBOs? - 08/21/08 08:24 AM
I talk to FSBO sellers all the time trying to get their listing. I have mixed results. They are usually persistent or know another agent that they intend to list with if they can't sell it themselves in a short period of time.
Some of these FSBOs are marketing their house completely … (4 comments)
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fsbo: More People Are Getting their Mortgage Online - 08/21/08 07:16 AM
Total mortgage loan applications submitted online in Q1 2008
The Internet has changed all aspects of the home buying process, and that includes the way we shop for mortgages. These days, you can shop for a mortgage quote online to save a lot of time and energy.
Online lenders can often … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Fair Choice Pricing Option Gaining Popularity - 08/20/08 10:23 PM
Fair Choice Realty was founded with a mission to explore better ways of providing professionalism and integrity to the Real Estate business. At Fair Choice we consider ourselves industry leaders and most importantly people of character and integrity. We saw some real flaws in how the typical compensation arrangement works with Agents.
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fsbo: FSBO For Sale by Owner - 08/20/08 09:22 PM
Thinking of buying or selling For Sale By Owner? FSBO
We need to talk.
Buying? O.K. I understand...the seller doesn't have an agent I can save some money. If they are not paying a commission...I can buy for a price that does not include commissions. Maybe so BUT I doubt it. … (1 comments)
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fsbo: To FSBO or not to FSBO - 08/20/08 05:00 PM
OK, It isn't Shakespeare but it is an age old question all Sellers ask themselves at some point or another. As a Realtor who definitely believes in the power of having a professional on your side and as an invidual homeowner who has successfully sold a home "By Owner" (and who really … (2 comments)
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fsbo: FSBO - 50 ways to lose a (Lover) Buyer - 08/20/08 12:31 PM
FSBO - 50 ways to lose a lover buyer If you are thinking about selling your house FSBO, please read on... there are many ways to lose a buyer. A buyer has found a townhome to purchase. The buyer is able and willing and is paying cash. The townhome is for … (1 comments)
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fsbo: Courtice For Sale By Owner - Open House Sunday, August 24 - 08/20/08 08:14 AM
Plan to attend this Courtice For Sale By Owner open house this weekend.
This is a good family home located in a great area. Since it is on a dead end street, it is a great place for kids to play. Schools, shopping and Highway 401 are minutes away.
There are 3 … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Realtors Use Internet To Attract Young Buyers - 08/20/08 07:10 AM
LAS VEGAS — Home prices have drastically dropped in the Valley because of the foreclosure crisis, which — according to real estate agents — makes it a perfect time for younger homebuyers to take advantage of the price cuts.
But the downswing in the market also means real estate agents have … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Kenilworth NJ Real Estate Home sales for the month of July 2008 - 08/19/08 08:49 PM
Residential / Condo / Coop Listings
All dates from GSMLS, the MLS of Morris County, Union County, & Essex County. … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Pets And How They Can Affect Your Home - 08/19/08 08:23 PM
Most people like pets. I am referring to cats and dogs. They are cute, cuddly and make great company.
If you are a pet owner, there are some precautions that should be taken if selling a home now or in the future. Here are a few ideas that might help.
Bathe … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Thinking About Selling Your Home BY OWNER? - 08/19/08 08:06 PM
Thinking About Selling Your Home BY OWNER?
I was recently discarding some of my old files and came across some dated in 1999. So I thought that I would reminisce for a short while and go through some of them. So what did I find that would prompt me to write … (20 comments)
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fsbo: Kaufman County 2nd Quarter Economic & Market Watch Report - 08/19/08 05:10 PM
Well the Market Numbers are in for the 2nd quarter for Kaufman County and they are actually OK.
According to NTREIS, there were over 400 jobs added to the Kaufman County area which caused a decrease in unemployment from 4.7% in the first quarter to 4.4% this quarter. This is great … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Protect Your Investment - Do Not Smoke In Your Home - 08/19/08 03:53 PM
Smoking in a home will do a lot of damage two ways. The smell will become imbedded in the furniture, carpets and drapes. Smoke will discolor walls and furniture.
If the home has a forced air heating and air conditioning system, it will circulate the smoke through the home. Although you … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Can A Real Estate Agent Really Get 26% More Money When They Sell A House? - 08/19/08 12:14 PM
There is a post on Activerain where the blogger claims that a real estate agent will get about 26% more for a house than the For Sale By Owner seller will.
Lets do some math. A Realtor sells a property for $300,000 which is market value. Based on the above statement, … (0 comments)
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fsbo: The Power Of Your Garage When Selling - 08/19/08 08:55 AM
A home with a garage is always more attractive to buyers than one without a garage. That being said, issues concerning your garage go much farther than just the existence of one.
If you have a house that has a nice garage door, it sets the stage for the fact that … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Tips for Showing a Small House - 08/19/08 07:55 AM
With the median size of new homes on the rise, you might worry about trying to sell your home if it’s on the small side.
ndeed, the size of the typical new single-family home continues to grow. The median size of a new home today is about 2,100 square feet; in … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Help-U-Sell Filing Bankruptcy - 08/18/08 11:05 AM
Inman News reports : "Help-U-Sell franchiser files bankruptcy" ---
http://www.inman.com/news/2008/08/15/help-u-sell-franchiser-files-bankruptcy
One of their regional owners - their first franchisee in the US in fact - is quoted as saying that "he believed the company was headed down the path toward bankruptcy as far back as 2006."
They've survived a few previous upheavals, so we … (2 comments)
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fsbo: Latham, NY, 12110 - For Sale By Owner - 08/18/08 09:14 AM
Well maintained, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, eat-in kitchen, hardwood floor throughout, completely remodeled kitchen with newer appliances. Newer: central air, circuit breaker, furnace, roof, large deck, and partial finished basement could be used as family room/office. Fence in, flat and big backyard with potential for home extension. Attached one-car garage and … (0 comments)
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fsbo: You Agents Are ALL THE SAME! (FSBO sellers, what do you think?) - 08/18/08 09:05 AM
As a real estate agent, I've certainly been on the receiving end of the perception that many people who are -not- agents think that we're all alike.
There have been some posts here on Active Rain recently that show that it can be hard to tell some agents apart because of their use of … (2 comments)
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fsbo: What to do in a Buyer’s Market - 08/18/08 08:26 AM
The hardest part about a buyer’s market is the education of the seller. Sellers are slow to move from one market to the other, not willing to drop prices by $5,000, $10,000 or even $25,000 to bring the price in line with what the market currently demands.
Most Sellers can only … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Home Photo That Left Us Amazed - 08/18/08 07:34 AM
I posted several articles about the importance of a photo in today’s real estate marketing. 90% of buyers now use the internet in search for a home. If buyers don’t see any proper picture of a property they often do not look further at the property information available.
I understand that … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Agents vs FSBO: The ULTIMATE Hypocrisy - 08/17/08 08:38 PM
The Golden Rule: "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you."
However, I just read a Wired Magazine article (Cracking the Real Estate Code) which made an interesting point:
Agents do a better job of selling their OWN home than selling comparable homes on behalf of their … (16 comments)
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fsbo: St. Louis Real Estate-Market Watch August 16th, 2008 - 08/17/08 07:03 PM
The St. Louis Real Estate Market this week continues our summer of 2008 trends as we see fewer homes coming on the market again. However, we are seeing a few more homes selling this week as our pending ratio inches up to 14.18 percent. Our list prices and sales prices are holding … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Mortgage Broker Wants A Fee However The Buyer Is Not Able To Come Up With It - 08/17/08 04:09 PM
In some cases, a mortgage broker will require a fee to arrange a mortgage. This is generally done when the borrower has a poor credit rating. The broker will have to do additional work to make sure a loan is in place for the buyer.
The home buyer may not have … (1 comments)
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fsbo: How To Handle A Buyer That Wants The Seller To Hold A Mortgage - 08/17/08 02:26 PM
In some real estate transactions, the buyer will ask the seller to hold a mortgage on the property. This is commonly referred to as a 'vendor takeback'. There are some questions that have to be answered to determine whether it is a good idea or not.
The seller has the following to … (0 comments)
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fsbo: Home Values - What is your home worth? - 08/17/08 08:06 AM
It may suprise you to know that 70% of homeowners believe that their home is worth more than what it actually is as reported on Fox News this morning.
When you're selling your home, the price you set is a critical factor in the return you'll receive. That's why you need … (1 comments)
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fsbo: Clarksville Real Esate - Wildwood West - 08/16/08 04:55 PM
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fsbo: Welcome? For Sale By Owner Safety Tips - 08/16/08 03:19 PM
I hope these tips help you to stay safer if attempting to sell your own home. I hand these tips out to FSBO's on a printed sheet and many people will comment "Wow! I never thought of that." We all want to believe that people have good intentions and for the … (2 comments)
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fsbo: Ruthman Real Estate - Norwalk Connecticut Current Market August 1, 2008 to August 15, 2008 - 08/16/08 09:24 AM
Click on the Logo for Connecticut's Best Home Buyer's Rebate
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fsbo: Ruthman Real Estate - Fairfield Connecticut Current Market Aug. 1, 2008 to Aug. 15, 2008 - 08/16/08 09:01 AM
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fsbo: Flat-Fee must be really flat... - 08/16/08 12:25 AM
For anyone not paying attention to Inman News, or some other source, you might have escaped noticing that Help-U-Sell's franchiser filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy recently (reported Friday, August 15th, 2008).
Since 2006, their franchise offices have shrunk from 820 to about 450.
Go read the story before it drops behind … (14 comments)
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