The Best Deal in Real Estate?

by Osman ParvezIn addition to speaking Jedi (very cool), fellow Blogger Ardell of Seattle's Rain City Guide believes Buyer's Agency is all smoke and mirrors.…

p.s. Call Your Agent

by Osman ParvezWhy don't people call their agent?It goes something like this. The phone rings and it's somebody asking about a certain property they've found…

Hey, We’re People Too

by Osman ParvezIn the spirit of "full disclosure," it was suggested we place a direct link on this site to our personal photo blog. Ok,…

Blazing Condos

by Osman ParvezWith the recent condo fire in Boulder, this article by fellow real estate blogger Ardell DellaLoggia is timely. It's a very smart idea…

Financing Tips

by Osman ParvezWith the increasing mortgage competition, I've seen some questionable advertising aimed at home buyers. Time for a couple of tips...1. If it sounds…

Buyer Tip: Get the Comps Before Making an Offer

by Osman ParvezBuyer Tip: If you're getting ready to purchase a property and want to make a smart offer, ask your Buyer's Agent to find…

CU Parents: Dollars and Sense

by Osman ParvezI just came across an interesting listing, one of which could be a good fit for parents.Let's say you're helping Junior pay rent…

Desperate Sellers, BIG Discounts

by Osman ParvezI should start by saying I'm not trying to highlight or take advantage of anybody's misfortune. Occasionally a seller will mis-price their property…

Personal Bit

by Osman ParvezI'm currently on the road visiting friends and family, so postings have slowed a little. The trip was initiated to celebrate my nephew…

Free Plasma Televisions and 4% Co-ops

by Osman ParvezLast week a few homes came across my desk offering 4% commission for the Buyer's Agent or Transaction Broker (the co-op). One even…