Boise Real Estate ~ Moisture In Crawlspaces
Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009 Posted in About Our Area, Buyer Stuff, Seller Stuff | No Comments »It’s important for home buyers in the Boise real estate market to understand soil conditions and the risks associated with them. Much of the Boise area has an underlying layer of clay just beneath the soil’s surface. That layer of clay prevents ...
Boise Real Estate's "American Idol"
Sunday, September 20th, 2009 Posted in Seller Stuff | No Comments »Some sellers think they will find the best listing agent by asking them to “audition”. I don’t “audition” for listings. Doing so is pointless because I always lose out to someone who is “more positive” (the truth isn’t very exciting), promises a ...
Why Price Points Matter
Friday, September 18th, 2009 Posted in Seller Stuff | No Comments »How you price your home is critically important. Why? Because buyers and their agents search MLS in predictable ways. For example, if a buyer wants to spend $275,000 for a home, they will usually search MLS between $250,000 and $300,000. The typical $275,000 buyer ...
What's With Those "We Buy Houses" Signs?
Sunday, September 13th, 2009 Posted in Seller Stuff | No Comments »Have you noticed those “We Buy Houses” signs on every street corner? If you’re a seller and thinking this is an easy way to unload your home for top dollar, think again. Those people are shrewd deal-makers and your best interests are ...
Why Listing Presentations Are Silly
Saturday, September 12th, 2009 Posted in Seller Stuff | No Comments »Most listing agents think they need to dazzle sellers with a listing presentation. I guess the reasons might include: Ego gratification ~ it’s their big moment “on stage” where they can brag how they’re #1 (who really cares?), have the biggest team, ...
