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home: Fort Bend Realtor Earns CDPE Designation - 12/22/09 11:00 AM
David N. Slavin with RE/MAX Grand has earned the prestigious Certified Distressed Property Expert(CDPE) designation, having completed extensive training in foreclosure avoidance and short sales.
A Certified Distressed Property Expert(CDPE) is a real estate professional specific understanding of the complex issues confronting the real estate industry, and the foreclosure avoidance options available to homeowners. Through comprehensive training and experience, CDPEs are able to provide solutions for homeowners facing hardships in today's market, specifically short sales. A short sale can allow the cash-strapped seller to repay the mortgage at the price that the home sells for, even if it's lower than what … (1 comments)
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home: Happy 18th Birthday Cinco Ranch! - 02/24/09 10:38 AM
Cinco Ranch in Katy, TX is celebrating its 18th birthday. Located in the highly acclaimed Katy Idependant School District, Cinco Ranch offers homes priced from $160,000 to over $1 million. If you're looking for new contruction then the Cinco Ranch Model Home Village with 30 decorated models is perfect for you. There are numerous pre-owned homes to choose from as well as and many different country clubs to choose if golf and socializing is your thing. Cinco Ranch has turned out to be a highly successful master-planned community just west of Houston.
You can join in the celebration at Simply Cinco information center at the La Centera shopping center (across … (0 comments)
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home: Customer Service is a MUST! - 10/04/08 01:56 PM
By David Slavin, ABR, SRES www.FortBendHomeFinder.com
In today's market, it is imperative to give the best customer service possible. By giving the best customer service, your clients will become your cheer leader. Word of mouth and referrals are THE best method for business growth. It gives you instant credibility and the willingness to work with you without interviewing other agents. This is also the most economical way to develop and gain more business. When you are trying to move your business into a referral based business, you must keep your customer service going long after the closing.
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home: The Fort Bend County Fair is Here! - 09/09/08 04:41 PM
by David Slavin, ABR, SRES www.FortBendHomeFinder.com www.SellMyHouseDave.com
September 26 - October 4
2008 Fort Bend County Fair is the 72nd year of the fair. Visit www.fbcfa.org to get the information you need. There will be top entertainers and tons of activities for everyone including the popular carnival. Here is the opening day schedule:
Opening Day - Friday, September 26th FREE Admission to ALL School Kids 'til 7PM
9 a.m. PARADE 10 a.m. - Midnight: Carnival Midway 1-9 p.m.: Ag'Tivity Barn - where agriculture comes alive! 2-4 p.m.: Student Fun Day Activities - Old Fashioned Fun & Games, Sack Races, Egg Toss … (1 comments)
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home: A Great Idea for Your Students at Home! - 09/03/08 05:30 PM
By David Slavin, ABR, SRES www.FortBendHomeFinder.com www.SellMyHouseDave.com
Have you noticed that the textbooks have gotten heavier? With school now in full swing, my daughter's books are almost the same weight as she is. When I was in school, I don't remember the books as heavy as they are now. Here's an idea that I have done and I want to share with those who have students at home. Buy a set of books to keep at home. This way your student will have the school issued books that stay at school and your set that stays at home. There … (4 comments)
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home: John McCain's VP Pick... - 08/29/08 12:51 PM
Sarah Palin was a great pick (my opinion) since she helped reduce property taxes in Alaska which should be good news for all of us in and out of the real estate industry. This news will help the fight for ALL property owners! She should be able to rally women and give some life to McCain's campaign!
What do you think of Sara Palin as the next VP?
David Slavin, ABR, SRES www.SellMyHouseDave.com www.FortBendHomeFinder.com
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home: Holiday Gifts - 08/28/08 06:19 PM
By David Slavin, ABR, SRES www.SellMyHouseDave.com www.FortBendHomeFinder.com
It is coming close to the time to start thinking about what gifts you want to give your past clients for the holidays. I have given different presents throughout the years. Here is a list of some ideas for presents, some I have given and some I haven't.
Entertainment Book ( I gave this last year since everyone loves saving money ) Gift Cards ( Just don't look cheap with the amount ) Holiday Welcome Mat for the front door Personalized items (for example: ornaments, door knocker, photo box, etc.) Send them a smoked … (10 comments)
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home: Do You Know Why? - 08/19/08 11:43 AM
By David Slavin, ABR, SRES www.FortBendHomeFinder.com www.SellMyHouseDave.com
Do you know why popcorn pops? Here's why. Popcorn is actually a kind of corn called flint corn and it contains a minor amount ot starch. Each kernel contains a layer called the endosperm and it resists the build up of steam pressure when heated. When the temperature reach around 400 degrees Fahrenheit the kernel expands up to 30 times its original size and the endosperm violently explodes and you have a single piece of poppedcorn or popcorn.
Popcorn is not the widely familiar sweet corn we like to eat in … (3 comments)
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home: A Must Do For Sellers! - 08/18/08 04:17 PM
By David Slavin, ABR, SRES www.FortBendHomeFinder.com
There are so many things a seller must do to get a house sold and there are so many things a real estate agent must do to get a house sold. Why would a seller go through the cleaning, landscaping, power washing, staging, etc., etc., etc. and when an offer comes in... you want full price?
In this market, it is imperitive that a seller is willing to negotiate. I know some sellers can't afford to negotiate much then those people probably shouldn't be selling unless they are behind on … (1 comments)
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home: What Kind of Seller Are You? - 08/11/08 02:39 PM
By: David N. Slavin, ABR, SRES www.SellMyHouseDave.com www.FortBendHomeFinder.com
When thinking about selling your house, you'll need to ask yourself what kind of seller are you? Are you a wishful thinker? A realist? Or are you a member of the anxious and desperate?
I always tell my clients in the Katy real estate market that there are three prices to every house. 1. The price the seller WISHES to sell the house for... 2. The price the buyer WISHES they could by the house for... 3. Then there's reality or the price the house actually sells for.
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home: Your Safety & The Lockbox! - 08/06/08 08:22 PM
By: David N. Slavin, ABR, SRES www.SellMyHouseDave.com www.FortBendHomeFinder.com
Lock boxes have become the standard for easy access to a house. Many agents use the combination lock boxes and the Supra lock boxes. You can decide not to have a lock box on your home but you or your agent will need to be there to give access to the potential buyer and their agent. Without a lock box, this method will become a hassle very quickly. The easiest method of access to a home is with the use of a lock box.
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home: Is the Commission Negotiable? - 08/05/08 01:38 PM
By: David N. Slavin, ABR,SRES www.SellMyHouseDave.com www.FortBendHomeFinder.com
In recent years, discounting real estate agents have come into the picture. This has made people question if the commissions on selling a house are negotiable. The answer is yes. The next question should be, "At what cost?" This means that if you ask someone to work for less, will they be able to provide you with the same kind and quality of service that you would be receiving at the original commission? Many times the answer to this is a resounding NO.
You'll be able to find numerous agents that … (14 comments)
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home: Do You Need A Realtor To Sell A House? - 08/04/08 08:28 PM
By: David N. Slavin, ABR,SRES www.SellMyHouseDave.com www.FortBendHomeFinder.com
The short answer is NO. You do not need a Realtor to sell real estate. If you decide to sell your house on your own, it is called a FSBO (For Sale By Owner - pronounced Fizbo). There isn't any law that says you have to use an agent to sell.
With that said, you need to understand and be willing to perform the tasks that an agent would be doing for you. Many people think that all they have to do is put a sign in the … (7 comments)
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home: Is It Difficult to Sell a Vacant Home? - 08/04/08 05:52 PM
By: David N. Slavin, ABR, SRES www.SellMyHouseDave.com www.FortBendHomeFinder.com
When a buyer goes into a vacant home, it is difficult for them to picture how the house will look with furniture. Most people are visual and it is easier for them to get a feel for the flow of a house if there is furniture in it. This is only if the furniture is updated, not over-sized for the rooms, and not too much of it. The possitive aspect about a vacant home is if the buyer uses their imagination to mentally place their furniture in the … (11 comments)
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home: What is a Prelisting Inspection? And Should I Have One? - 08/03/08 03:10 PM
By David N. Slavin, ABR, SRES www.SellMyHouseDave.com
This is a simple question to answer. A prelisting inspection is the same as a regular house inspection but the difference is you are getting it on your own house BEFORE your buyer does. Should you have one? YES!!!
The reason for this is so you can make the necessary repairs BEFORE your house goes on the market. This inspection will cost you the same as the inspection you would get if you were the buyer of your house. When you make the needed repairs, your Realtor will be … (11 comments)
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home: The Advice of a Professional! - 08/03/08 02:43 PM
by David N. Slavin, ABR, SRES www.SellMyHouseDave.com www.FortBendHomeFinder.com
There are so many times I ask myself, "WHY? Why do people hire a real estate agent?" The answer is simple... For their professional expertise. Then why won't sellers take the advice of the professional they hired? If an agent recommends using a home stager then make the investment and make your house the most desirable house on the market. Yes this will require an investment on your part. It will be a minor investment compared to your house sitting on the market month after month after month. If you make the … (0 comments)
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home: How to Get 10 More Deals! - Part 2 - 07/31/08 05:25 PM
As promised in the How to Get 10 More Deals! - Part 1comments, I am giving you the script that was given to use on our SOI. The speaker said not to change the order of of it and here's the reason.
Don't you hate it when a "friend" calls and starts with all of the cute and fuzzy feel good talk then hits you at the end of the conversation with, "Would you be interested in ________________ (what I'm selling)?" It make you feel like you where just taken or hit over the head with a hammer since … (4 comments)
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home: WAKE UP! - 07/26/08 05:14 PM
You may not want to HEAR it (don't hit the snooze button)but the alarm is ringing and it's time to wake up. It's time to wake up your business! Make you business lean and mean and (dare I say it) organized! Now is the time to make & create & stick to systems that work for you and your clients. If your systems are too difficult or tedious then you won't do them and that's bad business. Stick to the KISS (Keep It Simple & Stupid) principle for maximum efficiency.
Good Luck and WAKE UP sleepy head!
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home: The Power of Positive Thinking! - 07/23/08 10:13 AM
I would like for everyone to check out www.Naphill.organd sign-up for the Thought of the Day. They will email you daily, a short but insightful thought to keep you motivated. Many of the thoughts are worth printing to hang above the water cooler. Anything to make us think about our character and mindset. (politicians should read these!) Let me know what you think of the daily thoughts.
Today's thought is about Your Mental Attitude. Each daily thought takes less than 3 minutes to read and best of all... FREE!
David Slavin, ABR, SRES www.SellMyHouseDave.com www.FortBendHomeFinder.com
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home: Neutral is BEST! - 07/12/08 02:01 PM
Neutral colors are also best to get a house sold in the quickest amount of time in today's market. Bold colors will usually make the house take more time to get it sold. Neutral colors will go with everyone's furniture. Most people are visual and it if the potential buyer has to repaint before they can picture their things in the house, they will go to the next house before making an offer. If you have your has painted with neutral colors, buyers can picture their furniture in the house and they are more likely to make an offer over a house with … (3 comments)
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David Slavin, CDPE, ABR, SRES RE/MAX Grand
Katy,
TX
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