buyers: Working when you don't feel like it - 07/03/08 03:33 PM
Today is one of those days when I did not really feel like working.  I feel great today!  But its the day before a holiday and its SOOO nice out.  However, I like to stay on top of things so I have been in the office for the last 4 hours … (3 comments)

buyers: Releasing Buyers - 06/25/08 03:06 PM
I generate a lot of business by doing lead follow up.  Leads come to me in various ways.  I get many off of the 1-800 numbers we put on property signs and flyers.  I also get some internet leads.  Every once in a while I will get a lead and have a … (9 comments)

buyers: Flood of Townhomes on the market in Isanti County - 06/18/08 02:43 PM
One of the counties hit the hardest by the market downturn is Isanti County.  I live in Cambridge, MN which is the largest city in the county.  I actually do a large portion of my business in surrounding counties.  Now because of the drop in the prices there are currently some … (4 comments)

buyers: Homes Are Out There At Bottom Prices - 06/12/08 09:55 PM
Properties are flying off the market in the Twins Cities area.  It seems every home that is priced well that I call on or show is getting multiple offers.  These homes are selling fast because they are price great!  Some buyers are still on the fence thinking prices are going to … (5 comments)

buyers: Don't Hold Your Breath When Making an REO Offer - 05/15/08 01:43 PM
I feel I am real close to getting a customer of mine a real steal on a REO property.  The house has great potential.  It needs work but really managable for my customer.  The home is priced well and we are in negotiation on getting the price down more.
I am … (3 comments)

buyers: Minnesota Fishing Opener - 05/09/08 03:05 PM
Its a big weekend in Minnesota!  Of course there is mothers day, but there is also Opening Fishing Weekend.  I don't fish so I am really not excited.  Well I do fish in Real Estate. Right now I am looking (fishing) for more buyers.  Its a great time to buy and … (3 comments)

buyers: Short Sale Headaches - 05/05/08 04:54 PM
I have a two short sales that I am representing buyers and have offers we are waiting for a response on. I also have two short sale listings. One with an offer on it and one new listing. 
I personally don't like short sales from either end because they take so long … (10 comments)

buyers: NAR - NCAA Ads - 03/21/08 08:47 PM
I thought I would mention in my viewing of the NCAA Mens Basketball Tournament the National Association Of Realtors has a pretty solid ad campaign going.  They are certain putting the correct emphasis on the amount of great options for buyers and pointing out that its the best time to buy … (1 comments)

buyers: 1-800 Hotline Quick Note - 03/19/08 11:20 PM
I wanted to see what results people around the country are getting if they use the 1-800 Real Estate numbers.  We use ArchTelecoms service...the main thing I am curious to know is how many leads do you convert?  I get about 1 lead per every five contacts and then it takes … (1 comments)

buyers: Real Estate 101 - 03/15/08 07:02 PM
The hotline is ringing today.  We use Arch Telecom and the 1-800 system to generate leads and with the cold Minnesota winter it had been slow.  Today there has been about a minimum of 15 calls.  I got one new lead off of it so far.  I don't call the evening … (6 comments)

 
Real Estate Agent: Chuck Carstensen (Re/max Associates Plus inc)
Chuck Carstensen
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