One of my clients wanted to see a resale condo listing on Greenwood in Virginia Highland last week. Brand new on the market and priced for less than $125K - it's a 2/1 in a gated community called Highland Place, with just $190 per month HOA fees. It's been a stable community ever since it went condo back in 2000, as far as I know. I remember when my friend Rick Hale sold these for the builder at the time of conversion, and a 2/1 like this was probably $150-170K just 9 years ago. So, here's a few life lessons that can be taught from this video: 1. If you are a listing agent, or a seller, you are responsible for buyer perception - buyer perception starts with daily freshness and good hygiene 2. kitchens and baths sell houses 3. this kitchen is a testament to a slow death diet 4. a slow death diet is a reflection of your entire lifestyle 5. if you own a Colonel Sanders bobblehead doll, and lose your property to foreclosure, then leave it - he is a Saint Joseph like … [Read more...]