Do you use a checklist? If so, you are utilizing one of the oldest productivity tools in existence. Did you know that there is a National Checklist Day? (October 30th) Checklists are used extensively by Pilots, Doctors and many Property Managers. Even construction crews use checklists for building skyscrapers. A checklist is a simple system for dealing with the limitations of our brains. They are a helpful...

In the last newsletter, I discussed the Inspection Period from a Buyer’s perspective. This time, I would like to cover the Seller’s responsibilities during the Inspection Period.The Seller must cooperate and make the property available for a Buyer’s inspection. The Seller must disclose any known issues and/or material facts about the property. I always attend the Buyer’s inspection and request that...

The majority of homes sell “As Is” in South Florida which entitles the Buyer to an Inspection Period which I like to refer to as the “Due Diligence” period. This time period can be whatever is agreed to between the Buyer and Seller but is typically 7 – 15 days. I encourage all Buyers to learn from my first home-buying experience (i.e. mistake) and always get an inspection by a professional, which...