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The Universal Real Estate Matrix

Linda’s Universal Real Estate Matrix: desirability versus price, with No Go, Danger, Flip, Rent, Buy, Unicorn and Scam zones

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Zone Definitions

No Go Zone

Anything below a 5 in Desirability, don’t even entertain it.

Danger Zone

Anything above 5 in Desirability and above the FMV Line, you’re asking for headaches, don’t play this Seller’s game!

Flip Zone

Below the FMV Line, between a 5 and 8 in Desirability, improve the property, rent or sell!

Rent Zone

Anything above an 8 in Desirability, above a 7 on the Price Axis, might make more sense at this time to Rent vs. Buy.

Buy Zone

Anything above an 8 in Desirability, below that FMV Line, and between 5 and 7 in Price. This is a good deal, buy it!

Unicorn Zone

Above and 8 in Desirability, way below FMV Line, this is a super rare deal. If you find it, capture it!

Scam Zone

Above and 8 in Desirability and below a 3 on the Price Axis, it's too good to be true. Time Shares, hidden structural problems. Run!