As investors, we have all heard of, used or at least seen signals from bandits. You know those telephone pole pendants titled “We Buy Houses”? Of course, these are bandit signs because they are constantly stolen by the police from attached signs – the local city benefactor, the local county manager, etc. Yes, they are only awake for about 3 […]
At the commercial real estate agency, the relationships you have with your clients will change and change throughout the year as your property needs change. Importantly, you need to adjust your approach and make all of your contact processes relevant and of great value. There is no point in contacting the same prospect or customer with the same information and […]
Lemp Mansion. His story has it all. From wealth to suicide, from beer barons to eccentrics, this stone mansion was built in 1868 and reigned over the social elite of St. Louis, Missouri for nearly a decade. Frequent visitors included the great horror Vincent Price, visiting dignitaries and the Upper Bark of St. Louis. Built on top of a cavern […]
Most offices and even some houses end up with old ring binders that they can no longer use because they are no longer in their prime. The question is what to do with those binders when that time comes? For many people, the first thought for used 3-ring binders is to throw them away. Instead of doing that, there may […]
I am going to sell my property without an agent. This refrain is being heard more and more these days as the internet and the real estate market evolve beyond real estate-based transactions. FSBO is an acronym that stands for sale by owner. The advantages of selling as an FSBO are numerous. With six percent real estate commissions, you’re looking […]
Too often I see that small business owners miss the mark with their marketing. Sure, it’s easy to do when you specialize in a specific industry niche and spend your time wrapped up in industry jargon. However, it’s best to put yourself in your potential customer’s shoes and think about your marketing from their perspective, addressing their most important questions. […]
A Red Tie dress code does not necessarily require guests to wear a red tie when decorating the event; although the guests can do it if they wish. It is eventually a Black Tie affair, but it has been renamed as such, to urgently convey that the purpose of the meeting is to raise funds for a charity. The color […]
Many people lose everything each year due to flood damage. It only takes a couple of inches of water to cause thousands of dollars of damage. Floods can happen anywhere, whether you live in a floodplain or not. Floods can include heavy rains, storms, or inadequate drainage systems. We encourage you to be proactive and find out how much flood […]
The Internet is a wonderful place. It’s packed with all kinds of information on everything you might want to learn, including how to calculate your home’s value. A simple web search for home value websites will return hundreds of thousands of results. Here’s an overview of two websites we found, Zillow and Homegain. Zillow is a free website that has […]
In the wake of the worst recession since the Great Depression, Americans appear to be seeking a return to a simpler way of life. They want to reconnect with food and nature. Reducing waste and expenses has become a priority. Living a little “smaller” than before is essential. Unfortunately, they are told that the only way to live responsibly is […]
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