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Category Archives: Market Insight
MANAR and Manhattan MLS Making Great Strides for Consumers and Agents
The Manhattan Association of REALTORS® [MANAR] is a professional trade association representing the real estate industry in Manhattan. In cooperation with the National Association of REALTORS® and the New York State Association of REALTORS®, Manhattan REALTORs® are part of the … Continue reading
Dear Maura: Buyers, Trust Your Instincts and Take the Leap! FOLLOW-UP
Thanks to those of you who commented & this entry should put some of the debate to rest! I’ve worked with many buyers who have trusted their instincts and some who have not. I have found that the the latter … Continue reading
Dear Maura: Buyers, Trust Your Instincts & Take the Leap!
Lately I’ve been thinking about the many buyers whom I’ve helped find homes over the years and how much each experience has varied. Sometimes its smooth sailing but other times it can be a long road from A-Z. If you’re a buyer … Continue reading
Hamptons Market Philosphy is Bass Ackwards
It has only been 6 months since our office started operations in the Hamptons and I can tell you that this market is in desperate need of an overhaul and a shift in perspective from both consumers and real estate … Continue reading
Dear Maura; When Brokers Get Caught in the Middle?
Several months ago I helped a great couple sell their home which after living there for over 20 years was in fair condition. Certain areas of the property were a bit dated. With a little staging we were up & running & the … Continue reading
Dear Maura: The Emotions of Moving; Can I Afford to Move?
As an agent we’re always excited by a call to visit a potential client’s home to take a look and evaluate the property. The most frequently asked question regardless of the property’s size: “Is this the best time to put … Continue reading
Dear Maura: The Emotions of Moving; Change is Scary!
I was recently invited to a potential client’s home to visit and assess their choices regarding selling & buying. For privacy lets call her Susan. So, Susan hasn’t moved in 24 years! Can you imagine how the functions of the … Continue reading
Real Estate Industry Discovers Importance of Consumer
Yes you read that correctly. Two times per year, one of the largest real estate conferences is held to discuss new technology and innovations to assist real estate professionals in improving their businesses. I have spoken a few times on … Continue reading
Social Media is Incredibly Humbling
I find the prospect of staying connected in the world of social media a bit overwhelming at times. For those who know me, I do my best to utilize most of the social media “channels” in both my business and … Continue reading
My Continuing Education
As brokers, we become so focused on closing the deal that we forget a huge piece of each and every transaction involves real live people. I have been a broker for years. I’m a good broker, but I think a … Continue reading
