Author: Tim Knox

Tim Knox is often compared to a bull in a china shop. No matter what he does, he charges in full speed ahead and gives it his all. Sometimes his disruption and innovation turns an industry on its ear, but with a focus on serving the customer first and the old guard competition be damned, Tim’s clients always win in the end. And they love him for it. As a serial entrepreneur Tim started and multiple seven figure businesses. As a small business expert and startup coach he has worked with over 10,000 students. He is also a bestselling author, corporate speaker, social media expert, and avid animal rights activist. Tim likes dogs better than most people because dogs are usually smarter.

Should Millennials Buy Homes Right Out of College

I’m often asked by Ambitious Millennials … Wait… Is that an oxymoron? …. Usually young college grads just entering the workforce … If they should buy a house as soon as possible … In a word …. NO… Just because you’re out of school and making a buck doesn’t mean it’s time to get a mortgage … This video explains why ….

Why Feedback Is So Important To Your Real Estate Agent

Nothing is more frustrating to a realtor than having clients who offer NO FEEDBACK about the homes they’re being shown … We can’t do our job unless we understanding what you like, what you hate, what you’re passionate about and what doesn’t matter… FEEDBACK … Come on … Lay it on us!

What Is Real Estate Wholesaling

Real estate wholesaling occurs when an interested party — a wholesaler — contracts the option to buy a property at a wholesale price for a certain period of time … Usually 30 to 40% or more below market value … The wholesaler then tries to find an investor to assume the contract at a greater price…. The wholesaler’s profit is the difference between the contract value and the price the investor/buyer pays …. It is similar to flipping, except that the time frame is much shorter and no repairs are made to the home … And nothing is set in stone …. Watch the video now ….

Get Your Priorities Straight Before Home Shopping

Looking at houses can be a lot of fun … Until you’ve looked at hundreds of houses without finding a single one that suits your needs … Before you even begin the house hunt … Get your priorities straight … What’s most important to you … What’s your budget … How much space do you need … Do you have kids … Do you like a particular neighborhood … Get your priorities in line and let your realtor know … The house shopping progress will go much smoother …

Beware The Shady For Sale By Owner

Lots of people buy houses directly from the owner … And I would venture to say that the majority of those transactions go smoothly … Or smoothish … However, if the seller is hesitant to sign a formal agreement … Or asks for a cash deposit … Or doesn’t want to give your inspector access to the house…. Or asks if his nephew can continue to live above the garage … Or demands that his buddy Earl do all the needed repairs … Run Forrest …. Ruuuuuuun…..

Why Most FSBOs Eventually List With A Realtor

You’ve decided to sell your home on your own … Congrats … You are now a FSBO (for sale by oh-no) … It is possible to sell your home on your own … Just be prepared because it really is a lot of work … Signs … Showings …. Lookie Loos … Low ball offers … Contract negotiations … Unqualified buyers … Inspections … Appraisals … Fits of rage … That’s why you call me … You’ll go from FSBO to ahhh….