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Dee Dawson commented on Dee Dawson's blog post A Test: Will Staging Help Sell A Vacant REO Property?
"Good point Johhny. Condos are definitely sitting longer.
Hey, I just had a call from an Agent who showed it, thought it was very nice and wondered how such a nice property ended up as an REO. Her and her client were headed back to do the numbers.…"
Jun 24, 2008
Dee Dawson posted a blog post
Whats an REOSpeedwagon?
OKAY - I just used that name to draw attention. REO Speedwagon are a 70s band that I grew up with.I love trendspotting and thought we might enjoy a creative challenge. So here's the drill: Come up with trend names for items and activities…
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Jun 24, 2008
Dee Dawson commented on Kim Lineberger's blog post How Do We Really Prepare Our Buyers?
"I have to agree with Jesse. Delays and unforeseen circumstances happen with any transaction. Stay upbeat and positive and prepare them (back when they are just LOOKING at REOs) for delays. From contract-to-closing, constant contact is important but…"
Jun 20, 2008
Dee Dawson commented on Dee Dawson's blog post A Test: Will Staging Help Sell A Vacant REO Property?
"Hi Seb -I agree with you to a point. But I also think our industry may be doing a disservice to their clients if an Agent is not marketing a property to the best of their ability. Just because a property is bank-owned, does that mean it must be…"
Jun 20, 2008
Dee Dawson commented on Dee Dawson's blog post A Test: Will Staging Help Sell A Vacant REO Property?
"Hi Rosemary
I also believe staging does set a listing apart from the crowd, but I'm not sure if that's what people want. I recently spoke to a (different) Stager who presented at our office, and they suggest the minimum staging for REOs, ie.: art,…"
Jun 17, 2008
Dee Dawson commented on Stacie Cunningham's blog post Looking to build a team
"Hi Stacie - Unfortunately, I'm at the other end of the country..."
Jun 14, 2008
Dee Dawson posted a blog post
A Test: Will Staging Help Sell A Vacant REO Property?
I recently listed an REO: a spacious 3 Bedroom/2 Bath condo. This condo was "aesthestically-challenged", with drab colors on the walls, ceilings that were painted shoddily, crown molding installed upside down, some faux-pax rooms, and even some…
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Jun 14, 2008
Dee Dawson commented on Jesus (Jesse) Gonzalez's blog post What you don't know is what you don't know
"Absolutely tell the Asset Manager and ask for $$ to keep the lawn maintained... It's in their best interests to keep it maintained until settlement. Not only will it show better, but an obvious, vacant home may attract vermin (animals I mean) and…"
Jun 13, 2008
Dee Dawson posted a blog post
Combo Lockboxes. A Fales Sense of Security?
Second item on the REO To-Do list: Secure the property. Many Asset Managers have a preferred type of combination lockbox and/or a preferred code for their Bank-owned properties. Some even have preferred Master Locks they want us to use. Almost all…
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Jun 7, 2008
Dee Dawson commented on Seb Frey's blog post REO Party Place
"Tis the season! (for grad parties that is...)"
Jun 7, 2008
Dee Dawson commented on Daniel Ripper's blog post Vacant or Occupant
"Hi Daniel - I haven't had that particular scenario happen...but many times all the blinds and shades are drawn and neighbors have no idea if they've moved. I always contact the utility companies b4 I go, to see if gas/electric/water are on. If even…"
Jun 5, 2008
Dee Dawson commented on Seb Frey's blog post Getting the ball rolling
"Hi Seb - The "Affordable Housing Guide For Santa Cruz County"...is that something you worked up on your own? Great idea to take along with your occupancy check!"
Jun 5, 2008
Dee Dawson commented on Jesus (Jesse) Gonzalez's blog post National REO Brokers Association of America, what are you thoughts?
"Ditto what Stacie said -- it seems to be The Elite Group.

BTW - Love your writing style, Jesse, what a hoot!"
Jun 4, 2008
Dee Dawson commented on Brooks C. Rawlin, Branch Manger, Indymac Bank's blog post The dawn of the NEW market: Knowledge is POWER!
"Hi Brooks. Good point! We all need to know Lenders who can help recover from a mess. I have one or two I can turn to if the Financing starts to hang out there too long -- and they have never let me down."
Jun 4, 2008
Dee Dawson commented on Dee Dawson's blog post A Few Items The REO Buyers Agent Should Know
"Definitely at their mercy... But the Agent with the most complete contract usually wins!"
Jun 4, 2008
Dee Dawson posted a blog post
The Spring REO Market Here Is Booming
Buyers need to jump off the fence now if they're going to snag the best deal!Yesterday I received a call from an Agent who wanted to show one of my REO Listings. He hadn't shown it yet...he wanted to be sure it was still fully available. According…
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Jun 4, 2008
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