When A Buyer Tours Your Home Without An Agent A reader sent me a note that made my blood boil. Their listing agent promised to be present at every showing because the home has a complicated layout with a huge…
The Last Minute Surprise One of my readers reached out with a situation that rattled their nerves a few days before closing. Their insurance agent called to say the homeowners premium would be higher than expected because an insurance claim…
How Much Notice Should You Require For Showings A reader reached out with a common question. Their real estate agent asked how much notice they need before a showing. They live in the home and will stay put until it…
Every Market Is Different. Here Is How To Read Your Local Reality I read a post this week that hit me in the gut. A first time buyer in the Northeast wrote that after 3 rejected offers they are stepping…
How A Government Shutdown Could Affect Real Estate And Your Closing A potential government shutdown makes headlines fast and it can ripple into housing. Most purchases still close, but some parts of the process slow down or require a workaround.…
Home Sales Slowed in August If you saw the headlines about home sales in August and felt a little uneasy, take a breath. The Wall Street Journal reported that existing home sales slipped slightly in August as high prices kept…
Theft During A Home Showing: What Sellers Need To Know Every now and then, a story surfaces that leaves homeowners shocked at theft that can happen during a showing. Recently, I came across a post on Reddit where a homeowner…
When Safety Concerns Affect Listing Your Home I was recently contacted by a homeowner who is preparing to sell their house but has a unique concern. They want to list their property, but they do not want their address displayed…
Why Listening to Feedback Matters When Selling Your Home A long time client of mine who now lives in California reached out recently with concern about a property they have had on the market for nearly two months. Back in…
5 Home Selling Tips to Protect Your Privacy and Safety When it comes time to sell your home, most of the attention goes toward preparing the property, setting the right price, and marketing it to attract the best buyers. What…
