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The 47 Pitch
Psychologists call it the 'Scarcity Principle'. The strategy is simple - tell your targets that the deal you are offering is limited - either to a set number of people…
The Hunt for Mihos Millionaires
Recently, I sent a message to several people who, some time ago, had been conned into (I beg your pardon, I mean "persuaded to invest in") a George Mihos 'multiple-streams-of-income'…
Irish Warned About Land Banking
With no let-up in the goldrush to buy property overseas, a number of British 'land-bankers' have begun targeting Irish investors with the prospect of making easy money on sums that…
Reiv Dismisses ‘SEX CLAIM’ Without Proper Investigation
"CLEARED!" shouted the headlines. Around Australia newspapers and radio stations have reported the "exoneration" of a Ballarat real estate agent accused of inappropriate behaviour in a client's home.
American Guru Exposed in Australia
American get-rich-guru, Robert G Allen, travels the world claiming that he is "under deadline to create a thousand millionaires".
“Millionaire Challenge” in Deep Hole
Property investor, Steve McKnight, is under fire over claims that he can make people into property millionaires. Last night, on ABC television, David Marr, the host of Media Watch, criticised…
The Blacklist Shame
Peter is intellectually disabled. He is also an independent and productive member of society. He has a job, handles his own finances and takes care of himself.
Angry Clients Picket Get-Rich-Quick Seminar
Give the money back - QUICK. 'Turn $1 into $1million within 7 years', trumpets the sign outside 168 Willoughby Road, Crows Nest.
Public Apology About Henry Kaye
I deeply regret not saying more about Henry Kaye and not saying it sooner. I am sorry. I will try not to make the same mistake again.
Hope for Kaye’s Finance Victims
Regulators may come to the rescue. Of all the stories to emerge from the Kaye scam, the saddest are those involving loans to low income earners.
IF OUR HOME IS NOT SELLING, SHOULD WE WITHDRAW IT?
When a property is not selling and the owners refuse to acknowledge that price is the major problem, some take the property off the market. They intend to re-list later…
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO SELL A HOME
Most agents say now is the best time to sell. If you’re a buyer, they say now is the time to buy. It’s always the best time for agents to…
WHAT IS A LOVE LIST – AND DO WE NEED ONE?
A Love List is a list of all that you love about your home and your area. It should include what first attracted you to your home; what you have…
SHOULD WE USEA DISCOUNT AGENT?
Rarely. Well, preferably not.But…. If forced to give a yes or no answer to this question, the answer would be NO.And here’s why…If the main way you choose an agent…
WHAT CAUSES BUYERS TO REJECT OUR HOME?
There are several reasons why buyers will reject homes – either before or after inspecting them.Here are some common reasons buyers reject homes for sale …BEFORE INSPECTING.Being unable to inspect…
ARE AGENT-FINDER SERVICES OR SITES WORTHWHILE?
No, definitely not. The internet is peppered with companies that claim to help home sellers to find the best or the cheapest agents. None of these companies have ethical or…
HOW MANY HOURS’ WORK IS INVOLVED IN THE SALE OF A HOME?
Usually less than 10 hours. Sometimes as little as four hours – if you exclude the time spent at the listing presentation. Even less for an auction sale. Consider four…
SHOULD WE MYSTERY-SHOP AGENTS – IF SO HOW AND WHEN?
There are two reasons to mystery-shop agents. The first is to help you find the best agent to sell your home. The second is to check up on your chosen…
WHAT IS MEANT BY THE TERM ‘A TYPICAL AGENT’?
A typical agent is an agent you should avoid. Most agents are typical agents. As you will see (in answer to further questions) if the only agents you can find…
WHEN SHOULD WE NEGOTIATE THE COMMISSION?
Always negotiate the commission at the point of sale NOT at the point of sign-up. You can’t possibly know how much commission an agent is worth until you see what…
HOW DO I KNOW WHAT PRICE TO ASK FOR MY HOME?
Probably the most common mistake made by home sellers is overestimating the value of their homes.
