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About the Author: Michael J. Murphy is an attorney with the law firm of Botto Gilbert Lancaster, PC, ("BGL") in Crystal Lake, IL. Since being admitted to the bar in 2000, Mr. Murphy has focused his practice on residential and commercial real estate, during which time he has represented clients in thousands of such matters. Additional information about Mr. Murphy and BGL may be viewed at www.bgllaw.net.

Monday, June 5, 2017

Color choices can have a significant impact on resale value.

So many colors to choose from...
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Could posting client photos post liability issues for brokers?

Should you post client photos?
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Friday, April 7, 2017

Are you taking full advantage of all available property tax exemptions?

How to Reduce Your Property Tax Bill
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Wednesday, March 15, 2017

Buying or Selling Real Estate? Hire An Experienced Attorney!

The Importance of Hiring a Real Estate Attorney
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Tuesday, March 14, 2017

Top Tips for Real Estate Sellers

Tips for Real Estate Sellers
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Monday, March 6, 2017

Turning "No Thanks"​ into Opportunity

When they so "No", you say...
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Monday, February 13, 2017

The Courtship of Home Buyers

How to Apply Online Dating Techniques to Find the Right Matches for Your Listings.
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Thursday, February 9, 2017

Which Home Improvements Return the Most Bang for the Buck?

Choosing the right improvement project to maximize ROI
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Wednesday, February 8, 2017

Increase referrals by creating a "WOW"​ factor with clients BEFORE the closing.

4 Steps to Increasing Your Referrals
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Monday, February 6, 2017

Brokers: Are "Coming Soon"​ listings actually causing more harm than good?

Why listing a property as "Coming Soon" may actually result in lost prospects.
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Friday, February 3, 2017

Paradigm Shift from Focusing on Scarcity to a Mindset of Abundance.

A positive change in your perspective may result in new opportunities.
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Thursday, January 26, 2017

Brokers - Could Snapchat be the right platform to supercharge your listings?

Using Snapchat to showcase your listings
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Friday, January 20, 2017

Brokers - Should you consider adding a chatbot to your online marketing strategy?

How chatbots can help brokers grow their business
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How will the Trump administration affect Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and the CFPB

How will the Trump administration affect Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and the CFPB
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Thursday, January 12, 2017

Will the upcoming change in the Oval Office result in a new focus on the housing sector?

http://www.dsnews.com/daily-dose/01-10-2017/now-real-estate-developer-president-elect
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Millenials (and the rest of us): Buy now! Or face the effects of anticipated market factors (i.e. declining affordability).

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Wednesday, January 4, 2017

Property tax relief for the residents of Crystal Lake, IL

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  • ▼  2017 (17)
    • ▼  June (2)
      • Color choices can have a significant impact on res...
      • Could posting client photos post liability issues ...
    • ►  April (1)
      • Are you taking full advantage of all available pro...
    • ►  March (3)
      • Buying or Selling Real Estate? Hire An Experienced...
      • Top Tips for Real Estate Sellers
      • Turning "No Thanks"​ into Opportunity
    • ►  February (5)
      • The Courtship of Home Buyers
      • Which Home Improvements Return the Most Bang for t...
      • Increase referrals by creating a "WOW"​ factor wit...
      • Brokers: Are "Coming Soon"​ listings actually caus...
      • Paradigm Shift from Focusing on Scarcity to a Mind...
    • ►  January (6)
      • Brokers - Could Snapchat be the right platform to ...
      • Brokers - Should you consider adding a chatbot to ...
      • How will the Trump administration affect Fannie Ma...
      • Will the upcoming change in the Oval Office result...
      • Millenials (and the rest of us): Buy now! Or face ...
      • Property tax relief for the residents of Crystal L...
  • ►  2016 (14)
    • ►  December (14)
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