A Plumber Strikes Out [Referrals]
by Osman ParvezStory time. I closed a deal this week that needed several inspection issues addressed. I was the listing agent (i.e. represented the seller)…
Tag: negotiation
The Market is Hot for $1MM Boulder Condos, Right? WRONG [Analyze This]
by Osman ParvezSorry, it's been a while since I last posted. Clients are my #1 priority and we're now in the busy season for real…
Finding Houses – A Competitive Advantage?
by Osman ParvezSome of the larger brokerages in town are apparently pitching that they have an advantage by having access to unlisted properties. Is…
Confidence Wins Bidding Wars [Analyze This]
by Osman ParvezThe other day I took buyers to see an unlisted property (found on Zillow). One of the ways I help clients get…
Seriously, Pick up The Phone [Negotiation]
by Osman ParvezIn preparation for last week's new inventory review, I came across this gem. Just in case you thought I was kidding about buyer's agents…
Bidding Wars and Overpaying – Brutal
by Osman ParvezI represented buyers in two intense bidding wars this past week, both of which went significantly over asking. In both cases, my…
It’s Not Bragging if You Can Back It Up – [Sold!]
by Osman ParvezI just got back from a closing and while I don't usually brag about my deals, I'm going to make an exception (with my…
The Truth about Bidding Wars [What Your Agent Isn’t Telling You]
by Osman ParvezNote: This post is part the series, What Your Agent Isn't Telling You.-------------------How's the market? Ask most Realtors and you may get an educated…
The Low Appraisal – What Your Agent Isn’t Telling You
by Osman ParvezMost people rarely buy or sell real estate - typically only a few times during their life. As a consequence, they select agents without…
No Time for Love, Dr. Jones [A Few Quick Updates]
by Osman ParvezIt's the end of February and the market is already heating up. Here's a couple of quick updates. 1. The Boulder Real Estate…