Janice's Blog

What an amazing way to view Real Estate!Once I accepted the offer for a day on a Harley and found the proper clothes, One must have the proper outfit. I had the Jeans and Boots and with some borrowed leather ,I was ready. At least I looked the part on the outside!!So the day arrives!! A good look...

That's what I am told about New Yorkers. I disagree with that. It is all relative-We might be a little impatient, but that is it.This conflict in speech is what I encountered with a customer moving into the area from ALABAMA. From the very first meeting, I struggled. Not only did they have a deep...

The upscale townhouse community, Fox Ridge, was scheduled to open in a few months. It was a very popular spot-off I-84 and close to the train for the NYC commuter. It was getting a lot of positive buzz on the streets.There were to be several phases. Each phase had a limited choice of design.My cu...

When the decision was made to open our office, two of the partners had to take the Brokers test. They attended the same fast paced Broker class. That part was quick and both passed the local test with flying colors.The next step was of course the NEW YORK STATE test. No need to worry. This was th...

HEY!!! YOU NEVER KNOW!!!The  Mega Millions jackpot is now $58,000,000. The drawing is tonight , and I am planning to win.Many home purchases will be on my agenda.1st home:     Baltimore. I would like something on Shakespeare Street in the Inner-harbor. I am originally from Baltimore & have witnes...

I hate participating in trade shows. I always swear that this company will "Never Participate Again".The event planner/organizer always goes on & on about the wonderful opportunity we'll have & yada,yada,yada & would we need electricity (YES - to commit suicide) - Who cares!I have participated in...

Bahts or Dollars?Real estate suggestions for selling your home are the same:  First impressions count:  Home sales are lost each year to cluttered rooms, neglected yards, dirty kitchens and bathe, and unpleasant odors.Know your competition: Your property will be competing with other houses for bu...

"A current Science-Fiction Technology scary story"If you did not have to read this, I would have you close your eyes for the full effect!Look around you-The Zombies are everywhere: in the city, in the malls, in airports and on the trains. Some might be in your home or office.  The Zombies are kno...

The word PERFECT on a listing contract can end up costing you some money.The dictionary definition of perfect:  Without flaws, excellent or complete beyond improvement.One of the agents used the word PERFECT to describe hardwood floors that were covered with carpeting. The owner said that the flo...

I was not aware of this foundation. Some of you may know of it, but for those that do not I will pass the info on.The Homeowner Preservation Foundation has reported a significant jump in the number of homeowners calling its 888-995-HOPE hotline for assistance in avoiding foreclosure. The national...