Linsey Ehle's (linseyplaneta) Blog

Maybe. I remember in the early stages of the boom, there were whispers of a 'bubble'.  By 2005, it had turned into a dull roar.  In 2006, economists were shouting at us while many of us were turning a deaf ear, convinced that this market was an exception.  I know - not you - just the rest of us. ...

I had this conversation on Twitter today and had to share it as further evidence of the common problems we see in the marketplace when it comes to the handling of Short Sales.  In case you are not familiar with Twitter, it's a social media and micro-blogging platform. The banks aren't improving t...

The National Association or Realtors (NAR) recently posted this excellent map. Zoom into a metro area for the most recent quarterly median home price for the market you're interested in, and its percentage change from the previous quarter. NAR has also published the 2nd quarter numbers for median...

Why do Realtors keep pressing price?  I know that there is this perception of agents as self serving and just looking for a commission.  But is that it? I discuss the importance of price here often.  Maybe the reason that they keep telling you that your home is worth less than you think is becaus...

A Ladera Ranch Orthodontist is thinking outside the box and I dig it!  Dr. Harold Barkate is hosting a candy buy back program from 3 to 5 p.m. on Monday, November 3rd.  For every pound of candy a child brings in, Dr. Barkate will pay $1. Go to his Ladera Ranch office at 800 Corporate Drive, Suite...

Just in case you're lulled into thinking that agents and sellers have gotten the message about the importance of great photography in a listing, I thought I'd share with you some samples of the worst from the Orange County area (my service area). Well, I Should Hope So!  If I buyer would think, ...

I originally posted this on my blog.  I know this seller would appeciate your insight and I'll keep you updated.  She's checking her post on my blog for your insights so I know she'd appreciate your thoughts there (points not withstanding).   http://www.whydidntmyhomesell.com/questions/advice-to-...

Making your home accessible and easy to show is something I've mentioned before, but it bears repeating.  Why?  Let me share what it's like to set up showings through the eyes of an agent. Monday, I planned to show some 4 properties in Irvine, California to some clients that were coming in from o...

There has been much discussion about the big bailout.  But in case anyone with any influence is listening - I have an idea that could make a big contribution to our market recovery.  Just call anytime and I'll share my insight with you - from the trenches.  I'll be waiting for your call. For the ...

October 25th, from 2:00 to 5:00, the Orange County Great Park in Irvine will host their first Great Park Pumpkin Harvest.   Bring the whole family for all kinds of fun with a pumpkin patch,  pumpkin decorating, games, petting zoo, and mask making.  At 3:00 there will be a Monster Mash and at 4:00...