“PAY YOUR BROKERS WELL: The power of good advice. I often see people posting a sign in front of their house that says, “For Sale by Owner.” Or I see on TV today many people claiming to be “Discount Brokers.” My rich dad taught me to take the opposite tack. He believed in paying professionals well, and I have adopted that policy also. Today, I have expensive attorneys, accountants, real estate brokers and stockbrokers. Why? Because if, and I do mean if, the people are professi

Navigating the housing market can be tricky. Luckily, we're here to help you every step of the way. Here are 7 reasons from Realtor Mag why working with a Realtor could benefit you as a buyer or as a seller. Be sure to download their buyer's and seller's guides too. They are full of some great information, tips, and checklists that will make your transaction feel a lot smoother and more organized. 7 Reasons to Work With a Realtor®

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For this week’s market update we will be focusing on homes located in Northeast Manhattan. These neighborhoods are primarily starter homes. Again, we will be using the absorption rate model to discover what the market looks like in this area. For those who missed last week’s update, an absorption rate is the speed at which homes are sold in a specific market over a given period of time. A balanced market (not favoring buyers or sellers) is a 6 months’ supply of homes. An

I struggle and fight with fitted sheets after every wash, but no more! Check out the step-by-step pictures and video from Realtor.com and you'll have a neat, organized linen closet in no time. Folding a fitted sheet tutorial: