Super Smart Real Estate

We recently closed out a Bank Owned property. There were quite a few surprises that we don’t want to catch you off guard. Luckily we have a manager that has done hundreds of these so he guided us through the process. Here’s what we learned: What is bank owned property? What role does investor play? What is mortgage insurance? How are bank properties negotiated? Why should I pay extra for title insurance? Do I pay the escrow fee? Can I…

My cousin called me and asked the question every agent dreds, “How do I sell my home without an Agent.” I continued with a breakdown of how it works… Conducting market research to value your home What upgrades do you need to sell How many days will you be on the market Taking professional pictures on a budget Creating a tour video Drawing your own floor plan Where to host your ad What is a real estate search engine Where…

When I was an engineer, I’d interview with people who didn’t know how to do my job. They had no idea how to qualify me for that which they did not know how to do themselves. Interviewing a Realtor has the same challenges. Learn a few questions to get off in the right direction… Identify buyer myths Be careful of agents who buy homes Spot the wolves in sheep’s cloths Top agent isn’t what you think it is Don’t be dazzled…

When I was little my grandma let me cheat at cards so it’s no wonder I always won. Do you want to let your competition cheat when you’re playing Real Estate? My guess is not, find out how to identify the cheaters… What is Real Estate Agency? Dual Agency versus limited dual agency Preserving confidentiality Negotiating Real Estate is like Playing Cards Your motives and options are your cards How to bring forth best market has to bear Identify cheaters…

Did you know most Realtors want to DO AWAY with home inspections. They are THE source of most issues in home sales. I have a different solution… Let’s use them to our advantage. Here’s how to you can make more or get more using home inspections. What is a home inspection] Increase chances of repairs being accepted by seller Leverage inspections to get a discount on your purchase price As a seller the ONLY important thing is the bottom line…

I got a call from a customer a few days ago. He spotted a home that was priced so well it looked to good to be true. We found out it was being auctioned off. So can you get a good deal on an auction site? Identifying their “junk fees” Handicapted due dillgience Hiring a buyer’s agent and getting auction site to pay for them regardless How their “free” title policy costs you. Baking ALL the closing costs into the…

As you sit here quietly reading this article you will realize improving your credit score is easier than you thought… Improving your credit score may sound like an impossible task especially when you just want to take advantage of the excellent housing market. You may feel discouraged, even give up prematurely especially if a lender has turned you down for a home loan. Even if you do qualify for a home loan, a better credit score may help you qualify…

People have long debated of the difference between house and home. Does home have anything to do with a physical location at all? I challenge you to ponder the true meaning of your home. Identifying the perfect life outside your home search Setting the right priorities How money has little or no meaning. Realise wealth without making or spending a cent. You may have a house but do you have a home? and more. Quick tips from Matthew A home is something…

confused about life insurance? Meet too, I don’t want to die let alone think about it. But there’s so many more amazing things you can do with life insurance and NOT die. Jared Grant shares them with us in this awesome podcast. Check it out, What is life insurance How to take care of family in event of death Why coverage is important even person has no income Term vrs whole life and different kinds of life insurance How to receive…

Everybody should build a new home at least once in their lifetime. It’s GREAT fun. Here are a few tips you should know before speaking with a builder. How to get the best deal on a new home Who is looking out for your best interests and who’s looking out for the builder Locking in any incentives offered Making sure all the small details are documented Creating a budget for the design center Negotiating with the builder what they will and will…

Thinking of attempting a “For Sale By Owner”? Here’s a few quick tips to get your home on the FSBO marketplace. What is a FSBO Why is FSBO risky How to purchase buyers for a nominal fee Finding & qualifying buyers serious buyers with an online ad Transferring clean title Collecting sale proceeds Making your home appealing to buyers Get a free listing ad How to sign your home for sale Creating flyers and more… Quick Tips from Matthew The…

Transform your home from a big boring box to a beautiful inviting home people love and want to buy. Michelle shares… What staging is Small staging items that completely change the feel of your home How to pick and choose colors that work with your layout What not to stage your home with Items you should ALWAYS stage with How to get buyers excited about your listing Getting good feedback on your listing Making sure buyers see best features of your home Toning down…

Homeowners insurance is one of the most affordable types of insurance. You get hundreds of thousands in coverage for a relatively small premium. How do you know you got the best deal or the right coverage though? Jared Grant explains… Best way to shop your insurance policy What is homeowner’s insurance and you should have it. What homeowners insurance does do for you and doesn’t Difference between warranties and insurance Why it’s vital to carry insurance even if you are not required…

Graduate with a mountain of med school debt? Treat yourself to something nice such as an up to $800,000 home, helicopter pad optional. Learn more in this 20 minute podcast… How to take advantage of currently available home loan programs for doctors. Finance up to $800,000 with as little as 5% down (current market rates 9/23/2015) Purchase in residency prior to making big bucks. Loan programs that do not consider short term student loan debt. Obtaining a 12 month forbearance on student loan payments Loan programs for foreign…

Have you been on the market for over 30 days? Chances are your home is overpriced. Listen to this 20 minute podcast and discover EXACTLY what to do. Learn who’s opinion most matters when it comes to selling your home. How to get valuable buyer feedback Three specific questions to ask buyers who previewed. Following up on feedback to get your home sold. What to do if your listing is getting no traffic. When price reductions are necessary. Scientific process of making price…

Your nose knows best when it comes to deeply discounted homes. Discover how to tackle most any stench easily worth $10k in equity in this 20 minute podcast. Easy deodorization process kills most stenches $150 in tools that protect (or create) a conservative $10,000 in equity Easy house keeping tips to improve your real estate experience Best vacuums for deodorizing When to steam clean rugs and more importantly when NOT to How to restore a home to a blank smell 3 inexpensive…

There’s one thing HGTV is right on the money with when it comes to Real Estate. Listen in to this 20 minute podcast and discover what I love about HGTV and you’re missing in your home sale. Learn how to push your homes value to the top of the market Case study on client getting 31% over market value in her sale How to prioritize your listing preparation activities for maximum market impact Use the Real Estate investors game to your advantage Roll…

Is your friend or friend of a friend the right person to advise you in Real Estate? Listen to this podcast and find out how to find the perfect home with any Real Estate Agent. Finding the perfect agent to help you Avoid loosing representation at open houses and builder offices Focusing your search to find the homes and communities best suite your needs How you could be missing out on a FREE buyer’s agent Creating leverage to bargain a better deal with…

Contractors will make or break your Real Estate transaction. Can you tell who’s good? Listen in and learn how to make a return on your real estate investment by spotting the best contractors. Is home inspection minutia stressing you out? Don’t miss out on bigger opportunities. Avoid expensive inspection requests when selling your home. The success of your investment relies on good contractors. What defines a highly professional contractor? How to spot the best contractors. How good contractors pay for themselves when you sell your home. Learn…

Negotiation has a lot in common with playing poker.  Are you a good poker player?  Either way, click to listen in and learn how you can be successful in Real Estate Negotiations. Does the thought of negotiating one of the largest transactions of your life make your nervous?  Learn how to make negotiation a fun positive experience. Would you like to stack cards in your favor?  Matthew explains how to collect opportunities and gain leverage in any negotiation. Confidentially is critical in Real…

If you are experiencing hardship a short sale can be an incredible opportunity to receive financial relief.  Listen in on this podcast to learn how you may benefit from a short sale. Are you experiencing a hardship?  Have you lost employment, experienced the death of a income earner, or had to relocate?  You may qualify for a short sale. How banks never loose money so they can afford to help homeowners in hardship. Why walking away and giving your keys to…

Smart people have a distinct advantage in the highly competitive Real Estate market.  Do you have what it takes?  Listen in on this podcast and find out. Craft a powerful message in Video to sell your home Gain the competitive edge in one of the most competitive markets in the world Accurately reading Real Estate markets and pricing your home accordingly Understand buyer behavior and which key features of a home they pay the most for How to keep your…

Everybody knows, appliance garages, wooden roosters, and dust bunnies are out.  But did you know what’s hip in kitchen design isn’t here to stay either.  Learn more about timeless kitchen design with Mia Silverman. Looking to upgrade your kitchen and or get more money out of the sale of your home?  So many people try to take on kitchen design with no experience and end up working against their goals. Discover how to make your kitchen beautiful, efficient and functional. What design…