There were a lot of laughable errors on this week’s MLS and in local real estate ads, friends. These were the best of the worst: Food for Though. “Walk to church’s” (For those who think salivation is their salvation.) “This will swell fast” (That’s what I say about my a_ _ every time I eat chips....

06/28/2012

“Lots of chiropractor” - Does Your MLS Listing Need Adjustment?

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Just when you think you’ve seen ‘em all, a new batch of MLS and real estate advertising bloopers pops up. This group had me in tears: A Few Good Laughs “Walk to clinic” (A sales pitch for those who itch!) “Good valu for the moaning” (Sign on a hooker at Hollywood and Vine.) “Breeze and sunshit” ...

06/21/2012

"House has gas issues" - Is There a Cloud Around YOUR MLS Listing?

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Something is afoul on the MLS and in real estate advertising, folks. You’ll love the hilarious bloopers my colleagues and I discovered this past week. Thanks to Terri Gerger and Jane Peters of Los Angeles and Bruce Walter of West Lafayette, IN for their fabulous finds. Here are this week’s picks...

06/15/2012

"Widelife in area" - Trimming the MLS Fat

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If selling houses is like selling dreams, then welcome to my nightmare. Check out these hilarious bloopers that may convince buyers NOT to buy a home: Interpreter, Please? “Iv covered walls” (So you're selling Cedars Sinai?) “No night hors” (Try telling that to the gals working Hollywood Blvd.) ...

06/07/2012

"Pad is smokin" - The MLS Listing Incinerator

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A lot of listings went up in metaphorical flames this week, friends. Check out these bloopers and you’ll know why some listings are DOA. Thanks to Jane Peters of Los Angeles for being my ever-vigilant third eye. I Smell Smoke "This pad is smokin" (And you obviously have been too, Stony.) “Charri...

06/01/2012