Written by Joan

Insights and Stories on Real Estate

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Difference between an Agent, Broker, Realtor and Facilitator

Prior to our arrival in the US, my husband and I knew of only one term that would describe the business facilitating real estate transactions: Real Estate Agent. We were beyond confused when we got here and were bombarded by other terms like Broker, REALTOR® and Facilitator. To those experiencing the same, this one’s for you.

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Price it right, at the right time.

In pricing a home, I’ve learnt to rely on two other metrics beyond comparable sales: the absorption rate and hot market factor. Look beyond general market sentiment and peer into more precise data. These help set expectations on the speed in which homes of a certain price range sell.

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A sunny afternoon at Hager Trail

Hager Trail meanders amidst sparse trees and gently sloping land that brings you to the highlight of the landscape - Guggins Brook. The interplay of shadows on the forest floor, coupled with sunlight gleaming off the brook’s waters makes this walk on a sunny day magical. This ranks amongst my top 3 favorite trails in town to date!

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What is a 40B affordable home?

A 40B project is a rare animal in the world of real estate. What is a 40B, how does one qualify to purchase, what are the pros and cons of buying such a property? Lucky me, I’m working on a 40B project now, so here’s sharing my insights.

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