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How to Spot a Scam: The Price on This Forest Hills Midcentury Modern Was Too Good to be True

By Joanna England / September 28, 2015 /

At first, my eternal optimism and wishful thinking had me fooled when I saw this amazing deal on Zillow. Heck, who wouldn’t want to sprint for their checkbook after seeing this gorgeous four-bedroom, three-bath renovated midcentury modern for sale at the bargain basement price of $300K. *record scratches* Wait, that house looks familiar … wasn’t…

Tuesday Two Hundred: Architect-Owner Gianna Glaesmann Put Thoughtful Updates Into Park Lane Listing

By Joanna England / September 9, 2014 /

I love looking at the pet projects of real estate professionals, and this pretty little flip in Midway Hollow from architect Gianna Glaesmann does not disappoint. The before/after shots tell an interesting story. The two-bedroom, two-bath post-war cottage at 3762 Park Lane is was a total gut job for Glaesmann and her husband, Brad. It…

For Sale By Owner: Safety Tips for Selling Without a Realtor

By Cassie Evans, J.D. / August 8, 2014 /

I came across a terrific post this morning by the wise and vigilant Lydia Player and thought I would share in the hopes that it may save someone, anyone from being a victim of crime. Though I am super cheap and an attorney, even I used a Realtor to sell our condo because I knew…