Joseph C. Hastings answered:
What does no OP offered mean? I believe it has something to do with a commission offer or split between realtors?
Hi Joan. Just to reiterate, because sometimes six exact responses are simply not enough.
OP = Owner pays the brokers commission.
NO OP = YOU pay the brokers commission.
What do
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Marina Simonian answered:
I just got my salesperson license. Now I've got to choose a sponsoring agency.
Its best to get recommendations from your friends that are agents. I'm with VasTree in Los Angeles. I don't think they are taking agents in New York right now. Good luck!
Marina from
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Allan Erps BHG/Rand Realty ABR,SFR,E-PRO,REALTOR ® answered:
I failed my course final exam, =-( Has this happened to anyone? Does this mean I should give up on my real estate dreams?
Give up? In our business we would all need to get another line of work if that were the case! Stay the course and keep your dream alive!
Elena Ravich, Manhattan Midtown West & UWS Sales and Rentals answered:
As a new agent specializing in rentals in NYC, how many apartments should I plan to rent in my first year?
you may ask other agents in your firm how many they do on average per month ...to me it does not sound too realistic but may be it is just my experience
Richard "RJ" Kas answered:
Has anyone experienced any scams involving an investor that says he is working for a Real Estate Investment Fund in Singapore?
I get calls from all over the world and they state that they are investors, or large funds, but have never materialized into anything worthwhile, so I dont know if I would classify them
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Michael Oliva answered:
Question for Westchester NY agents: Is it typical for a buyer to do a home inspection prior to signing a contract?
Yes, I strongly recommend conducting an inspection before signing a contract. I have worked with many clients who have walked away after seeing issues the inspection uncovered. Please d
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Isaac Oserin answered:
Can anyone recommend a home inspector in lower Westchester County?
Thanks for the help. Got one.
Carmen Brodeur, Realtor & Attorney answered:
Should I get my real estate license to become a better real estate investor? I wish to become a real estate agent and mortgage broker! I want investo
I think the knowledge you will gain by getting your license will be valuable. Go for it!
Annette Lawrence - Palm Harbor, FL answered:
I'm an agent in Charleston,SC. Would an agent who is experienced in mailing expired listings be so kind as to show me some templates of what?
Excellent, excellent advise provided by Jim, Dan and Karia.
What is so 'doubly good' about their guidance is they truly reflect the options one can use based on the internal
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Annette Lawrence - Palm Harbor, FL answered:
Should i get my real estate license in nyc to be part time?
I work full time and go to school
Funny,
"I only want to get it because I plan to buy a few homes in this year and when i sell them....."
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To achieve the greatest benefit from the goal you stated in the fi
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Stefani Pace asked:
Would you like to get 50% referral Broker to Broker? Send me your client to New York City!
Every brokers split is different and the better the broker the higher the split; I can handle a 50% referral because of my split and most agents will reciprocate that. Also good agents realize…
Joe Greene answered:
In NYS, what are the rules regarding an individual purchasing a co-op sight unseen? I have someone from out of state making an offer on a unit that
Good idea Joe. I will definitely add that rider.
Charles Glatter answered:
NYC Real estate agents job openings
Well-established Boutique Real Estate Firm specializing in all areas of Commercial, Residential and Management is looking for Real Estate Agents in New York City. Firm offers access to
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Ronnie Shumake answered:
Is November a slow season in Manhattan for rentals?
Usually yes, this year not so. Due to many concessions over the past few years (free month rent) leases are ending in the later part of the year and as thus, a new feeding frenzy has oc
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Marco Gomez answered:
New York Agent, When you buy in NY, is the earnest money required or optional, and how much %? Do you still?
As far as earnest money deposits, it's optional in Queens and Long Island. Not many brokers have escrow accounts, thus they opt to not take any earnest money. Usually you give 10%
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Linda S. Cefalu answered:
What are the various desk etc fees, a real estate agent or associate broker is charged for, at Manhattan firms these days?
I'm afraid that is not a question I can answer in this forum either. However, I can tell you that the company I am with is great!
When determining this answer, I believe you ne
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Christopher Pagli - ABR, GREEN answered:
Do you have buyers relocating to Manhattan, NYC? Please send me your referrals!
Jolie, I am your "go to" guy in Westchester for real estate and Apples! :o)
Christopher Pagli
Licensed Associate Broker
Accredited Buyer Representative
GREEN Designated
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Allan Erps BHG/Rand Realty ABR,SFR,E-PRO,REALTOR ® answered:
What is the best time to schedule an open house?
Annette pretty much covered it all. My Sellers dictate "if" I do Open Houses. Find that realistically they(Open Houses) are good to obtain potential Buyers but feel that at th
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Joe Greene answered:
Which listing service have you found to be the most effective, and cost efficient in Manhattan? and why?
Hi Joe,
I actually went the other way from what Steven (below) did. We used to use OLR, and switched to RealPlus, because it is more cost effective. Steven is right, both systems a
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Joseph C. Hastings answered:
Need advice from Kips Bay Experts!
Hi Tanya. I would have to agree with Mitchell Hall in the thought to hire a New York broker. Take the referral fee but use a broker in the city. The exposure you'll get will bring
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