NaVloPoMo5 – Word of the Day: Brothers
November 13, 2011 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment
By day, a real estate agent, by night (well by day too for that matter) a the house mom for a small fraternity of four. Kicking back on my Mo-Day marveling at the marvels of brothers.
Landlord! Take My House Please!
June 27, 2011 by Kristin LaVanway · 2 Comments
Talk about bad karma! This house is filled with it…no doubt about it as the lease draws to a close and I try to hand the keys back over the “Janet”, the landlord’s representative.
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…
Buying a Flip Home – Some Things to Watch Out For
August 2, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment
Flip homes – homes purchased by investors then quickly sold for a profit – are a growing trend in Phoenix. But buyers beware! Profits come first to flippers.
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…
What? You Aren’t Using the AZ Buyer’s Advisory??
February 21, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment
Using the Arizona Buyer’s Advisory to research a home that you are interested in purchasing can help you discover if it’s a good deal or a bad deal in disguise.
