In addition to the complex process involved, there are a lot of pitfalls to avoid when selling a home, many of which have significant financial consequences. Unfortunately, some homeowners can’t escape said pitfalls, often due to held misconceptions about appraisal, marketing and other parts of the process. To avoid difficulties with your home sale, consider these common seller misconceptions: Read more
Selling Your Home? Don’t Let These Common Misconceptions Lead You Astray.
Posted on February 21, 2019 by James Florence

Posted in: Real Estate, Real Estate Tips
Tags: real estate, selling a home
Video: Practical Guidelines for Selling Your Home
Posted on June 09, 2016 by James Florence

Earlier this week, we posted an article that shed light on some common myths about buying and selling real estate. One of these myths regarded how long sellers should wait before accepting offers on their homes. To learn more about this subject, watch this informative video by Diamond Certified Expert Contributor Marc Guay of Coldwell Banker.
Posted in: Diamond Certified Experts
Tags: real estate, selling a home
Frequently Asked Questions about Real Estate Agents
Posted on April 21, 2016 by Jennifer Chan

Ready to dive into the deep waters of Bay Area real estate? Your first (and possibly most important) step is finding a guide, helpmate, champion and problem-solver: your real estate agent. Not sure where to start? Read on…
What does a real estate agent do?
What is the difference between a real estate agent, a Realtor® and a real estate broker?
Do I need a real estate agent?
How do I find a real estate agent?
How does a real estate agent get paid?
What are some of the qualities I should look for in a real estate agent? Read more
Posted in: Uncategorized, Home Tips, Home Improvement, Real Estate Tips
Tags: real estate, selling a home, buying a house
Realty and Reputability: The Importance of Choosing a Dependable Agent
Posted on November 18, 2014 by James Florence

While it’s not uncommon for real estate agents to offer client incentives or reduced commission rates, there’s a point where an overabundance of promises should be considered a red flag. Tori Atwell, broker associate with Alain Pinel Realtors, gives a true life example: “I had clients who returned after spending seven months working with a ‘discount’ agent. The agent enticed them by offering to give them most of his commission. Seven months later, they weren’t any nearer to getting a home, and they missed out on numerous opportunities. Read more
Posted in: Home Tips, Savvy Tips
Tags: consumer tips, real estate, avoiding scams, selling a home
Savvy Consumer Tip: How to Prepare Your Home for the Market
Posted on September 26, 2013 by Chris Bjorklund
Watch this video to learn how simple presentation changes can improve your chances of selling your home. Read more
Posted in: Home Tips
Tags: consumer tips, real estate, selling a home