Avoiding Sour Negotiations in Real Estate

Negotiating can be tough. It is more an art of applying techniques to each unique transaction rather than cut and dry responses. With home sales, each home has a person behind it with emotions that can be triggered either positively or negatively. Whether I am the agent for the buying or selling end, I try to advise my clients with facts rather than emotions. I have run into other agents who get quite emotional and defensive about a transaction, and I can understand that inclination because some deals can just become so frustrating, but as the agent, it is best to take a step back and provide professional consultation instead of escalating your client s emotions. These are some negotiating techniques to keep in mind as options rather than letting a negotiation go sour.
1. Don t sweat the small stuff. It is common that people will haggle or get attached to small things like refrigerators. I try to put these things in perspective for my clients. Would you rather convey a $1000 used fridge to these buyers who are ready to move forward with just this one concession, or do you want to put it back on the market and pay more mortgage payments until the next buyer is interested? A lot of times, if you look at the overall picture of how much it will cost to put something back on the market, including mortgage, taxes, and insurance, there will be a breaking point at which the seller understands it is not worth the money. From the buying perspective, if we take the fridge example again, is it really worth the fridge to spend more time looking and spend money on another inspection? Sometimes your client will say that it is worth ending the deal, and in that case, you will represent them as they want, but most people become rational after they get past the initial emotions of "wanting" something. And some clients will even thank you for helping them through the small things.
2. Negotiating other issues. Think creatively. Sales price is not the only issue in a transaction. Closing a couple weeks earlier may be the best for both parties and can be negotiated rather than concentrating only on sales price. One new home buyer offered her home to be on a property tour once a month in exchange for $5000 in closing costs paid by the seller. Basically, understand the other party s situation so that you can try to come up with something that might benefit them as well as who you are representing. That way, you can hopefully turn the negotiations into a win-win situation.
3. Offering packages. As a buyer, don t negotiate one thing at a time. When you present items to be resolved, for example repairs, always do this as a list.h That way, you can trade-off one thing for another. For one, negotiating one thing at a time is a waste of time when everything can be discussed at once. Everyone is busy with their lives, and no one wants to be pestered multiple times about one more repair item. This just makes the seller progressively more irritated and less agreeable to the next thing you ask for. Also, the list format forces the issues to be prioritized, and you can set your boundary of what can be left out and what absolutely must get resolved.
4. Dealing with threats. This does not happen often, but some people will threaten termination as a bargaining technique. I would not advise using this technique, but it is good to know how to deal with it because the typical natural reaction is to tell them to buzz off. One solution is to ignore it and just talk about the strong points of your property or client. You can also re-frame threats to show that it is not in their best interest.
5. Knowing when bargaining zones do not overlap. Sometimes the negotiations are just not going to happen. A buyer and seller are at opposite ends. In this case, rather than continue to make ridiculous demands (or at least seen as ridiculous by the other side) and creating a volatile situation, it is time to end the transaction and move on.
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Article about the Americas

The Americas consist of the continents of North and South America and their
associated islands. North America consists of the countries Canada, Mexico
and the USA. Central America consists of the countries, Belize, Costa Rica,
El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama. The West Indies
consist of Antigua, Bahamas, Barbados, Cuba, Dominica, Dominican Republic,
Grenada, Haiti, Jamaica, Saint Kitts / Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and
Trinidad / Tobago. South America consists of Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil,
Chile, Columbia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Suriname,
Uruguay and Venezuela. In addition Canada is also part of the Americas.
Canada occupies most of North America. It extends from the Atlantic Ocean to
the Pacific Ocean and the Arctic Ocean to the north. Canada borders the USA.
Canada is one of the worlds weathiest nations. Canada is comprised of seven
provinces and three territories. Canada has some outstanding scenery
including the Nigara Falls. Canada has two official languages, English and
French. Winters can be harsh in Canada but summer months can reach 40oC in
some parts.
The next country which forms part of the Americas is the United States of
America. The United States of America has something to offer everyone. The
United States of America is a federal constitutional republic made up of
fifty states, one federal district and several territories. The United States
of America is bordered by Canada to the North and Mexico to the South. The
continent of the United States stretches from the Atlantic Ocean to the
Pacific Ocean and from Canada to Mexico. In addition the state of Hawaii is
situated in the Pacific Ocean.
Central America is sometimes referred to as southern North America. Central
America is a narrow isthmus, which extends from Mexico to Panama. The
majority of Central America sits above the Caribbean Plate. Central America
is mainly volcanic and is not adverse to the odd earthquake.
South America is situated entirely in the western hemisphere and mostly in
the southern hemisphere. South America became attached to North America
around 3 million years ago. The Andes, a young mountain range, runs down the
western edge of the continent. South America also includes various islands
including those of the Caribbean.
South America s major natural resources are gold, silver, copper, iron, tin
and oil. South America also has some unique wildlife such as llamas,
anacondas, piranha, jaguars, vicunas and tapirs. South America also has the
largest river in the world, the Amazon. The Amazon releases large amounts of
fresh water to the Atlantic Ocean and is responsible for a fifth of the total
volume of fresh water entering the oceans worldwide.
South American has a wonderful history with such monuments as the Mexican
Pyramids and Peru s Lost City of the Incas. For more information please visit
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Understanding the Green Building Boom

Demand for environmentally friendly buildings has grown considerably in recent years, and Realtors are making a lot of money helping investors buy and sell them. As this market grows, it s up to savvy agents to follow new green technology, and the changing interests of buyers. Government green building incentives and international treaties are also a big factor, and agents who know what policies are next can often anticipate demand.
Part of the reason green buildings took so long to attract demand was the lack of knowledge on the subject. Many developers assumed building costs would be inaccesibly high because of standards that had to be met, and materials required. But in recent years the opposite has happened - buyer awareness has helped expand the market, and many developers have found green buildings to be much less expensive than they assumed. As green buildings become more common, construction materials, such as insulative glass, and public information, have increased dramatically.
Realtors looking for the latest information and industry perspective on green buildings can attend now attend regular conferences on the subject, which are among the most popular events in the real estate industry these days. The most common theme at these events is how to stay ahead of the curve, and ensure green developments don t go out of date as new technologies emerge.
Green buildings are also having an impact on the buy-sell cycle of many real estate markets, because their owners act differently than other buyers and sellers. Many green building owners and renters keep their homes for longer before selling them, a trend running counter to the common practice of buying and flipping in many high-end markets. With sustainable value comes higher overall prices, and the demand for better construction and longer lasting buildings.
The benefits of environmentally friendly construction are now well known: these buildings have a smaller demand on power and plumbing, resources resulting in fewer greenhouse gases and less resource extraction, heating and cooling cost savings, and more comfortable living spaces. They re also generally more attractive and complementary to the cityscape.
Realtors who understand the benefits green construction, and know how to talk about it with buyers and sellers, will profit considerably as demand for these buildings increases. Now s the time to learn all you can about this exciting new home market.
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Las Vegas Condo Buying Glossary

Here are some of the terms that you should be familiar with during the condo purchasing process. Some of these are also good tips to remember when comparing condos, and remember that the purchasing process is a long process so it is best to keep a level head and not make any rash purchases. The Las Vegas condo market is complex, so take some time to research and familiarize your self.
Square footage Square footage can be measured any number of ways in condominium plans. If exact measure is important, carry a measuring tape, and work consistently from the inside measure of condo apartments. Divide the asking price by the number of square feet to arrive at dollar-per-foot costs that you can compare. The average Las Vegas Condo is roughly 1000 square feet.
Parking Parking can be an uncovered stall, a covered stall, indoors but unheated or indoors heated and secured. Its legal status can be either assigned common-area space, or legally-titled ownership. If your condo comes with an assigned parking place, make sure that it is clearly defined in the lease. A parking space can be a luxury for a Las Vegas condo because the weather is nice enough to park a car outside year round.
Quality of Construction The quality of construction for condominiums can vary dramatically. Concrete obviously is more long lasting and generally quieter than frame construction, but post-tensioned concrete construction can have problems requiring maintenance. Concrete transmits tapping sounds, while wood-frame buildings can quiver slightly under heavy footsteps. Quality will be your best investment, and I can identify the construction types and any sound issues as you shop. Heating Heating is an chief issue in condo buildings. In apartment condos it is usually central gas-fired hot-water heat, which means the cost is covered by your monthly condo fees. Older hot-water heating systems can be heard, but I still prefer it! Electric heat is convenient, quiet and controllable in each room, but it s expensive. New in-floor radiant hot-water heat is wonderful for warm toes, but if you turn the temperature down, it takes a while to respond.
Age mix Age Mix of owners might seem like a strange consideration, but if you re a young and social, do you want to live in a retirement home? And if you re enjoying a quiet retirement, you probably want neighbors you can relate to and make friends with. In short, condominium projects can become small communities where if you choose the right one you can make many friends and enjoy an in-house social life. Condo Orientation Orientation of the condo is vital if it s an apartment facing only one direction, less so if it s a townhouse or duplex bungalow condominium with more exposures. How much sun does the residence receive, and is that sun shinning in your bedroom windows at 5 a.m. during the summer? You may prefer it, or you might hate it, so be aware of which way/s a home faces and whether it will be bright enough, too hot, or too dark for your needs.
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