Short Sale Tsunami – Catch the Wave

Short Sale Tsunami – Catch the Wave

With BILLIONS of dollars set aside to help homeowners who are facing hardship with homes that are “underwater”, the Government’s new plan is designed to prevent a tidal wave of foreclosures.  The question is “will it”?  Will it affect the number of homeowners who will need a short sale?  The plain and simple answer to [...]

Why Buyer’s Agents Ruin Short Sale Deals

Why Buyer’s Agents Ruin Short Sale Deals

One word…ego.
And the factor that amplifies this ego is the unfortunate fact that we are in a buyer’s market.  Buyers and their agents know that for deals to be successful, their offers are needed.  They know they hold all the cards and that sellers and foreclosing lenders alike are desperate for those short sale [...]

Why Building a Qualified Buyers List Will Keep You in the Real Estate Business in 2009

Why Building a Qualified Buyers List Will Keep You in the Real Estate Business in 2009

When it comes to selling properties, if you don’t have immediate access to buyers it doesn’t matter how many houses you have listed for sale or how many you have in your inventory.  You may be able to sell a house here and there that is priced right and shows well, but remember…the key is [...]