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Real estate relationship building done old school – putting pen to paper

When I was a senior in high school and preparing to graduate, my Martha Stewart-esque aunt took me to a Crane & Co. store,...

Real estate networking tips for the introverted personality

Introverted Realtors Many people that enter the real estate industry are outgoing and have no problem walking up to someone in a store and handing...

Multi-generational housing is the hot niche in a cooled market

Growing class of homes Last February we reported on the Coldwell Banker survey of its agents that revealed 70% expected a rise in 2010 of...

Spring short sale synopsis (say that six times quickly)

Okay, I’m not gonna lie. It’s Spring Break and the family is heading out on a vacation—almost derailed by the government shutdown. But, what...

In short sales, pre-approved may be a misnomer

Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives I wrote a post a few weeks back that touched on pre-approved short sales. In it, I discussed the HAFA program—which...

Five ways to win in business – sports leaders weigh in

Finding your win In real estate, many agents float along looking for success but rarely define what that success looks like other than "closings." Have...

Reality checking real estate market conditions – feelings, perceptions and facts

My perception of reality isn't always factually accurate. Mostly I'm a positive guy.  But every other day or so, I think and feel like opportunities are scarce...

Preparing a short sale package- not so top secret tips

Short sale package demystified: While much has changed in the wacky world of short sales over the last three or four years, one thing is...