Tips and Tricks for Photography and Outdoor BPO 1. Order of operations Generally, you should complete the Exterior Broker Price Opinion portion of the report after taking pictures of the home. Implementing this method will result in a more accurate current value if you personally observe the house and neighborhood before reporting. In addition, the […]
Property managers understand the stress related to the rent payment due date. Tenants are rushing to their office to beat their deadline as managers try to keep track of residents who couldn’t pay. They need to deposit checks in the bank and wait for payments that other tenants mail. If this seems like an endless […]
Too often I hear from people who are giving up their beloved family pet because the landlord enacted a new no pet policy, or because they are moving into a rental property that has a no pet policy. Less often, I also hear from owners who allow cats but require declawing. Before you agree to […]
Enid Blyton is a famous children’s writer who endeared herself to growing children with nearly 600 books. She also created a series of books about an ensemble of characters such as the Famous Five and the Secret Seven. Her novels always focused on children as the main characters who solved many crimes and mysteries, long […]
In the construction of homes, offices, and other structures, there are several different types of natural stone that are used to create wonderful pieces for interior and exterior applications. Marble is a natural stone that has historically stood out for its durability and elegance. Marble applications vary and can be used for flooring, countertops, wall […]
Many investors have been asking me about shadow inventory, how much is available and how to get their hands on it. Shadow inventory generally refers to housing supply that has not yet hit the market, but is “hiding” in the background. In Real Estate it refers to foreclosures (REO or bank owned) or those close […]
Selling your home is something you may only have to do a few times in your life. And unless you know of a local real estate agent who will sell your house for free or at a very low commission… it can be a real hassle and a costly process for you too. So… you […]
1. Get pre-approved for a loan. Most sellers require a pre-approval letter along with your written offer. You need to have it ready so that when you find the right home there is no delay in submitting your offer. There is a lot of confusion about pre-approved vs. pre-qualified… even real estate agents sometimes use […]
When most people are notified by their lender that their home is soon to be foreclosed, they think all is lost. While it’s a tough time, the good news is that you still have options that won’t hurt you as much financially, like a short sale. This will allow you to sell your home before […]
Let me mention some names and you can tell me what they have in common: -Al Pacino -Humphrey Bogart – Napoleon That’s right… they’re all short guys. But you know what? They were all great with the ladies (and not just because of their celebrity status… they were all players before they became famous). In […]