Real Estate Question and Answer
Fireplace Considered to Be Decorative Only
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Fireplace Considered to Be Decorative Only Dear Phyllis, My fiancé and I made an offer on a 1920’s home. The listing stated the fireplace was considered to be â€...
Reverse mortgage sale after death
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Reverse mortgage sale after death Dear Phyllis, My father passed away last month, and he had a reverse mortgage. My brother is the trustee, and he lives in Nevada. ...
Sellers agent failed to respond
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Seller's agent failed to respond Dear Phyllis, I made a full-price offer on a townhome. The seller set a deadline for offers, and I submitted mine on time. However,...
Saving on the commission
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Saving on the commission Dear Phyllis, My sister is the trustee of our parents’ estate. Our mother passed away two years ago, and our father just passed away last...
Can’t predict the final selling price
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Can’t predict the final selling price Dear Phyllis, I truly appreciate your real estate wisdom. We are planning to sell, and recently met with the Realtor who sol...
Signing the Buyer Brokerage Agreement
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Signing the Buyer Brokerage Agreement Dear Phyllis, I have been enjoying your real estate advice for years and look forward to getting your take on this scenario. M...
Why did our agent counter the offer?
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Why did our agent counter the offer? Dear Phyllis, We recently sold our home, but the experience was unsettling. We received three offers over the asking price. One...
How do the holidays affect when you should list your home?
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. How do the holidays affect when you should list your home? Dear Phyllis, My husband and I recently divorced. My daughter has severe anxiety, and I want to sell our ...
