Tag Archives: Housing+sales

Something To Keep In Mind

Posted on May 29, 2013 by Tim Freund

Yesterday was an interesting day for anyone involved with real estate.  Whether you’re a Realtor, mortgage broker, buyer or seller, the events of May 28 were pretty incredible.  As is the story on the last Tuesday of every month, the … Continue reading →

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Stayin’ Ain’t An Option

Posted on April 28, 2013 by Tim Freund

For the past couple months I have been of the contrarian opinion that we don’t have a supply problem but rather a demand problem.  That is, here in the Conejo Valley anyway, we are selling a comparable number of homes … Continue reading →

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The Problem With Appraisals

Posted on March 14, 2013 by Tim Freund

By definition appraisals are backwards looking.  The designed purpose of an appraisal during the loan and purchase process, is to demonstrate to the lender that the security (the house) for the note (the loan), is worth the price the borrower … Continue reading →

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Low Inventory? Don’t Panic, It’s Just A Seller’s Market

Posted on February 26, 2013 by Tim Freund

By now you’ve heard that the real estate market is back and that there really isn’t much for sale.  You look around your neighborhood and there aren’t many for sale signs and when one goes up, it seems a sold sign appears the very next day.  … Continue reading →

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What Should I Expect From A Listing Agent And How Do I Choose?

Posted on February 16, 2013 by Tim Freund

There’s an old adage when it comes to sales, under promise and over deliver.  I guess this approach originated at some sales training course back when master salesman Zig Ziglar was still selling pots and pans.  While probably the safer … Continue reading →

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Real Estate 2013: What Happened To The Bottom?

Posted on February 10, 2013 by Tim Freund

Many real estate agents, analysts and buyers are asking the same question: What the heck happened to the bottom?  Weren’t we supposed level off before surging up again?  Doesn’t this portend to another bubble that is destined to burst all … Continue reading →

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Should I Sell My Home Now Or Wait?

Posted on January 25, 2013 by Tim Freund

A lot has been made of late about the rebound in housing.  Foreclosure notices are at a many years low; prices both year over year and month over month, seem to be on a solid upwards trajectory and inventory is … Continue reading →

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Real Estate: What To Expect In 2013 And Beyond

Posted on January 18, 2013 by Tim Freund

After nearly 23 years of selling real estate, you might expect that I’ve seen it all.  I’ve sold through 2 earthquakes; 2 real estate bubbles and their subsequent bursting; 3 recessions from mild to severe like the one we’ve just … Continue reading →

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What The Heck Do I Need A Realtor For?

Posted on December 20, 2012 by Tim Freund

You might be surprised that I would engage in this discussion about whether a home buyer or seller would really need the assistance of a Realtor in buying or selling a home, seeing that I’m a Realtor and all.  I … Continue reading →

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California Home Prices: A Speculative Rise Or A Natural Correction?

Posted on December 14, 2012 by Tim Freund

The rise in pricing of California real estate has caught many observers off guard and has caused many to wonder aloud if the high numbers are sustainable or just another speculative bubble waiting to burst.  If you have been following … Continue reading →

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