The Best Test

by | Aug 20, 2010 | Blog, Coaching, Success Tips

One of my favorite reads! The “Best” Test by Chris Widener Some time ago, I spoke to a group of salespeople in Kansas City as they kicked off their new team. It was exciting to see them get excited about making a difference through their work. The topic...

3 Reasons to Buy a Home Now

by | Aug 20, 2010 | Blog, Buyers

Stocks are up 50 percent from the March 2009 bottom. Some commodities have risen dramatically. The only asset class left in the cellar is real estate, says Michael Murphy, editor of the New World Investor stock newsletter. As a result, Murphy is advising investors to...

Pending Home Sales Down

by | Aug 18, 2010 | Blog, Buyers, Market Data, Sellers

July pending home sales in the Twin Cities are down from last year.  Most likely due to July buyers making their purchase in the Spring prior to the tax credit expiring.  I expect activity to pick up after Labor Day.  Although, most think it will remain...

5 Tips for Choosing a Neighborhood

by | Aug 18, 2010 | Blog, Buyers

Excellent advice from the pages of Inman News: You’re not just buying a house — you’re also buying a neighborhood. Sometimes, though, one resident’s “neighborhood glories” are another resident’s “neighborhood...