Tim was really someone who I could relate to - he's a great guy and I was glad to give my business to him.
Having worked in mortgage credit risk management, I'm well attuned to the risk of interest rate increases and housing price declines. I hate realtors who pretend that 10% appreciation will continue forever. Extrapolating on a recent trend is a good way to close a deal on potential homebuyers, but not a realistic way to manage one's finances. Tim readily admitted that the market conditions were not ideal and targeted a search for a bargain in an overpriced market.
He could have driven a little bit of a harder bargain had he not been afraid to offend the seller and lose the deal. However, we still got a house that is great for us for $15K under asking price.
Following the sale, Tim went above and beyond the call of duty helping my wife and myself with the transition to homeownership.
I consider Tim a friend and a consumate professional.
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