Is This a Good Neighborhood? – The Answer at Last!
April 18, 2012 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment
I get asked all the time: Is this a GOOD Neighborhood. My answer – How the Heck Should I Know? My idea of a “good” neighborhood is probably not the same as yours. Everyone has a different comfort and a different perspective on what makes a neighborhood feel like home.
Short Sales, Fiduciary Duty & Tea Parties
January 5, 2011 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment
The truth is, short sales with their long lead time and unknown outcome, are just not right for some buyers. And the only way they will know that is if their agent is honest with them about the expectations
Short Sale Buyers – Should You Pay A Deposit Up Front?
November 8, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment
Many short sale listers require the buyer to deposit earnest money,non-refundable for 60-90 days, while the short sale is reviewed. Fair? Depends who you ask…
The Ugly Truth About Beautiful Home Listings
November 6, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment
Sometimes what you read in the MLS does not reflect reality…and sometimes the certified expert does not lend a feeling of confidence.
Wondering Why Real Estate Agents Don’t Call You Back?
February 22, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment
Wondering why that real estate agent never called you back? It’s a more common complaint than it should be. If you are frustrated too, check out this video for some thoughts on the topic…
Phoenix Real Estate FAQ’s – REO’s
February 19, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment
Dean Ouellette (http://deansellsaz.com) joins me as we answer your real estate questions straight from the trenches of the Phoenix real estate market….in only 30 seconds.
Trustee Sales – Can You Work Around Them?
February 10, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment
One of my investor clients who had a couple of interesting questions about how the trustee sales work and if there is a way to avoid that whole process…






