Go ahead don’t listen to me: 8 reasons why my advice sucks.

I wrote a post on my North Idaho Real Estate Blog, a list post. I'm actually participating in the #31DBBB challenge and yesterday's challenge was to write a list post.

Anyway, while it's satirical, it's based firmly in reality, so here is a synopsis of the post. You can read more over at that North Idaho Real Estate Blog.

1. What more is there to know about the area? You heard what a great place it is from your brother’s sister’s cousin who has a friend who drove through here once on their trip from Seattle to Montana.

2. The home was supposed to be a wonderful investment, it looked GREAT in the pictures!

3. Your friend moved to the area 4 years ago and they told you that the home next to theirs is available for a “Steal of a deal” right from the owner… no commissions!!!

4. You know you’ll get a “better deal” buying directly through the listing agent because the seller won’t have to pay “double” commission!!

5. Heck, the extra money you have to put into the property in improvements is made up for by the extra appreciation a particular neighborhood will have.

6. You believe that either all agents are created equal or all agents suck, why on earth do I need an investment property expert?

7. Hey, this management company cost me less money in repairs and maintenance every month. I can take care of that stuff later (or, it’s unnecessary work).

8. Of course you should go straight to the builder. They will give you the best price possible. After all, You’re experienced, You’ve “done this” a few times!

Before commenting, PLEASE read the entire post over at the North Idaho Real Estate Blog.