MANDY SHEA’S
REAL ESTATE BLOG
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Home Spring Cleaning & Maintenance As the snow melts away and the first buds of spring make their appearance, it’s a sign that it’s time to shake off the winter blues and freshen
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As a seasoned realtor, I’ve witnessed firsthand the ebbs and flows of the real estate market. In today’s fast-paced environment, one piece of advice I consistently offer to all my clients is this:
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You’re about to make the biggest transaction of your life. You’re investing in your future, it only makes sense to invest in a professional who will be more than just a guide when
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Only real estate professionals who are members of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) can call themselves REALTORS®. REALTORS® are members of the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) and adhere to a strict Code
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The term REALTOR® has come to connote competency, fairness, and high integrity resulting from adherence to a lofty ideal of moral conduct in business relations. No inducement of profit and no instruction from
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Tasks We Complete to Earn Our Commission Deciding to sell your property is a huge decision that you shouldn’t take lightly, just as I understand choosing to hire a real estate agent is