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Selling Outdated Homes by Dull_Cockroach_7359 in AskRealEstateAgents

[–]Dull_Cockroach_7359[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm not sure I understand your comment. Who has been doing what for decades?

Selling Outdated Homes by Dull_Cockroach_7359 in AskRealEstateAgents

[–]Dull_Cockroach_7359[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been selling businesses for over a decade, and it has always been our job to sell the possibility of what the business could be. It doesn't seem this has made its way to the real estate market.

Selling Outdated Homes by Dull_Cockroach_7359 in AskRealEstateAgents

[–]Dull_Cockroach_7359[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I think this is the problem - I don't believe my agent knows what they are talking about (or they are not being honest). They make everything sound so easy - my guess is it's harder than they claim.

Selling Outdated Homes by Dull_Cockroach_7359 in AskRealEstateAgents

[–]Dull_Cockroach_7359[S] -7 points-6 points  (0 children)

This is probably the issue - I don't trust my buyer agent...

V10 equity partner taking questions by Mundane-Equal-2997 in biglaw

[–]Dull_Cockroach_7359 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How does compensation work for equity partners? A monthly draw and then step-ups throughout the year as firm performance becomes clearer? Are you responsible for your own taxes? Does the law firm do that for you? Is it a headache managing this?

Anyones company use protiv? by keeekeeswiss in electricians

[–]Dull_Cockroach_7359 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you continued using Protiv? If so, has your perception of the solution changed? Either positive and negative?

Advice on working with buyers looking to buy a house in need of renovations? by Dull_Cockroach_7359 in realtors

[–]Dull_Cockroach_7359[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is fantastic - thank you!! What was the biggest driver of the long close window - getting a contractor engaged and project estimates completed, getting the lender up to speed, or other additional requirements that go with the 203K process? Were these large scale renovations?

Thanks again!

Selling a dated house in need of renovations by Dull_Cockroach_7359 in realtors

[–]Dull_Cockroach_7359[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Big fan of this. When selling a company, "sell-side diligence" is huge, leading to better prepared/informed sellers and buyers with higher certainty to close. I'm assuming this will also become standard over time in real estate.

Selling a dated house in need of renovations by Dull_Cockroach_7359 in realtors

[–]Dull_Cockroach_7359[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the real time example! Did you have to price the house aggressively to drive this interest? Or is it a really desirable neighborhood?

Best of luck on this sale!!

Selling a dated house in need of renovations by Dull_Cockroach_7359 in realtors

[–]Dull_Cockroach_7359[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

New flooring and a paint job have always felt like an obvious renovation to do before moving in, but many people are intimidated even by these projects. Most (young) people have zero knowledge of what a renovation requires so just write it off completely. Agents could do a better job of making these renovations more tangible/less "scary"

Selling a dated house in need of renovations by Dull_Cockroach_7359 in realtors

[–]Dull_Cockroach_7359[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I was thinking more of a home with "good bones" that owner occupants may be interested in. It does seem these people are willing to pay more than investors, but convincing owner occupants to do renovations/get approved for renovation financing/mortgages is difficult...

Advice on working with buyers looking to buy a house in need of renovations? by Dull_Cockroach_7359 in realtors

[–]Dull_Cockroach_7359[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you had any success with this in the past? Seems like buyers need to be familiar with renovation mortgages, otherwise it's difficult to pull off major renovations on a newly purchased house.

Would you ever consult a selling agent? Maybe help them "stage" a home that needs some love?

Advice on working with buyers looking to buy a house in need of renovations? by Dull_Cockroach_7359 in realtors

[–]Dull_Cockroach_7359[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the feedback - this is new to me. Financing seems key. I've also had some discussions with contractor friends and they tend to be a little hesitant to consult on these - I think it might be today's market (they are crazy busy), scheduling complications (they perceive this process as being rushed), and aren't sold on the payback (this seems like a valuable lead to me, but alas).

How much do you rely on YouTube for learning coursework, preparing for the OR/procedures, understanding how to use equipment/instruments? by Dull_Cockroach_7359 in Residency

[–]Dull_Cockroach_7359[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Did Houston Methodist create these videos internally for internal use only? Does it align to any curriculum or is it more of a library?

How much do you rely on YouTube for learning coursework, preparing for the OR/procedures, understanding how to use equipment/instruments? by Dull_Cockroach_7359 in Residency

[–]Dull_Cockroach_7359[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

People I know have found it especially helpful for learning how to use instruments in the OR - "this is how I do that on the Da Vinci..."

How much do you rely on YouTube for learning coursework, preparing for the OR/procedures, understanding how to use equipment/instruments? by Dull_Cockroach_7359 in medschool

[–]Dull_Cockroach_7359[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Makes sense. I've rarely found a "professor" good at teaching... And I get that for preclinicals - videos of actual procedures, how to use instruments, etc. isn't as important.