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April 6, 2018

One of the Worst Ways to Invest

I work with a lot of investors and a lot of what I call ‘accidental investors’ - people who had no intention of becoming a real estate investor, but do so when they move and rent out their property because it ‘almost covers the mortgage’. I cringe when I hear that phrase.
April 13, 2018

How Accurate Are Zillow Zestimates?

For some reason, people have come to treat Zestimates are the defacto standard. Maybe it has something to do with our desire for instant gratification. In today’s internet-obsessed society, we want instant answers. How accurate are they? Not very. They are better used as a starting point for determining value, not the endpoint.
April 20, 2018

A Perfect Storm Hits the Real Estate Market

The spring housing market is typically the busiest time of year for real estate. However, this year, house hunters will have even less to look at due to a ‘perfect storm’ of market conditions squeezing an already tight supply even tighter.
April 27, 2018

6 Tips to Unmask Hidden Problems and Avoid Disappointment

May 4, 2018

When is the Best Time to Buy a Condo?

May 11, 2018

Do You Really Need Title Insurance?

What can go wrong? Plenty. There are many reasons why you want to think twice about not getting title insurance.
May 18, 2018

What Do My Condo Fees Pay For?

June 1, 2018

How to Make a Winning Offer at the Best Price

How much do you offer on a property to get the best deal? Offering too low of a price can backfire and turn the seller off. Making an offer above the seller's bottom line and you are leaving money on the table. Here are ten tips to help you get the best deal.