I had an newer agent call me the other day, a bit consternated about how to evaluate a property for which his client had requested a CMA. Sometimes — often — it is hard to evaluate certain properties in this changed/changing market; it can help to get other opinions. The conversation went something like this: Agent:... »
Back in middle school, one of my favorite math classes was geometry. Calculating the volume of cylinders, figuring out the angles of oblique triangles…now that was living! Best of all, it seemed like math that maybe I might really use someday. Fortunately in this business there’s lot of opportunity to practice. Whether we’re helping a... »
Our development company has been a certified Built Green builder for several years, and we’re always trying to find economically feasible ways to add “green” features to our new construction. “Economically feasible” to me means that while we’re willing to pay more to build in a more sustainable fashion, we’d like to be able... »
Zillow, which seems to produce new features almost daily, has birthed something totally unique. As a member of Zillow’s board of directors, I usually get previews into what’s coming through the pipeline, but with this release, I hadn’t seen too many of the details. Dueling Digs is like nothing I’ve ever seen on a... »
[Editor's Note: It's been a while since I added a new contributor to our mix here at Rain City Guide, but when Gordon Stephenson showed some interest (after at least two years of requests by me!), I can't help but be excited to have him on board! Gordon is the Co-owner... »
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