I just finished reading an article regarding the latest revelation in discount real estate brokerage, Surefield. A fresh startup initiated by a Redfin refugee (seems to be a lot of those) and some others that are good with computers. Read almost all about Surefield here: http://seattlebubble.com/blog/2014/05/02/alternative-brokerage-spotlight-surefield/ I wrote the following comment on the Seattle Bubble blog in response to the interview: …
Where Are The Listings?….They’re Coming
While buyers have been getting their finances ready to make a move, they have yet to find an acceptable selection of properties in the Greater Seattle area. When they find a good listing they are more often than not (1) late to the party or (2) outbid by an outrageously aggressive cash buyer. This is not normal. While Diana and …
Redfin Revolution
I have always viewed the real estate market liking to a shopping center. In a successful shopping center you always have your anchor stores, Nordstrom, Macy’s and JCPenneys. Windermere, Coldwell Banker Bain and John L. Scott are the anchors of the industry. Redfin is nothing more than that goofy little “Sun Glass” cart in the middle of the mall and …