Sword Sharpening

We very well might be teetering on the brink of the infamous second hump of the dreaded double dip. Last time, the real bargains appeared right after the bad news hit the fan. The more time passed the more confident the pricing structure solidified which has led to some very optimistic asks and a fair number of surprising closes. To be fair, I focus on a very specific type of apartment that suits... [more]

We very well might be teetering on the brink of the infamous second hump of the dreaded double dip. Last time, the real bargains appeared right after the bad news hit the fan. The more time passed the more confident the pricing structure solidified which has led to some very optimistic asks and a fair number of surprising closes. To be fair, I focus on a very specific type of apartment that suits my own interest to purchase. Beyond this specific product and neighborhood I am all hot air. Inside the zone I am an aficionado. If we do get the next big ride down to financial hades now would be the moment to start sharpening the sword. I'm going back on the open house circuit with limited appearances. My acumen has improved dramatically which allows for far fewer site visits. I really don't need the guidance of a broker but, is there really any way to avoid the transactional fee associated with the sale? What about sign-ins? Is there a service that I might consider as beneficial or a particular person that someone might recommend?  Keep in mind that this is advice for me or someone like me. The neighborhood is the UES. [less]