5 Tips To Dealing with Difficult Clients On The Phone - 03/31/10 06:35 PM
Great tips as summer approaches
Via Jeremy Blanton (210 Consulting~ Social Media Advisors):
Handling Difficult Clients On The Phone
Have you ever had a phone call with someone like the gentlemant to the right?  No matter how wrong they may be, the only thing they want is for you to listen to them yell & scream and tell you how horrible you are.
While the days of text messaging & mobile phone apps seem to be at an all time high, some would argue that actual phone skills don't seem that big anymore. There are now mobile apps for just about anything you … (4 comments)

What They Don't Tell You About Active Rain - 03/30/10 06:15 PM
Please do tell more
Via Bob Haywood, www.BobHaywood.com (McGraw Realtors):
There is a secret about Active Rain that you don't know. 
People talk about it at times, but not openly.  They just kind of refer to it in blogs and if you aren't paying attention, you miss it.  I've never really heard Bob Stewart or the other Active Rain folks talk about it openly either.  And its not because they have something to hide.  It's more because it is something that comes as a result of being in the Rain and having a game plan for your blogging.  So what is this secret that lurks below the … (1 comments)

Wear Socks While Househunting! - 03/29/10 08:10 AM
Some Great Advice
Via Brian Block -- Northern Virginia & D.C. Real Estate (RE/MAX Allegiance):
Fashion advice on a real estate blog?  Sure... why not?
Some may see this as fashion, but I see it as practicality and comfort.  To be honest, it doesn't matter to me whether you show up for the home search in a three-piece suit, a leather mini-skirt, plaids clashing with polka dots, or sweatpants.  I just want you to be comfortable and happy for your househunting expedition.
When heading out to go see homes, you'll likely notice that many sellers prefer that you take off your shoes.  This … (2 comments)

TOP 5 REASONS FOR HIRING A LICENSED REAL ESTATE AGENT - 03/28/10 12:26 PM
I am sure many of us get asked this question all the time. Why hire a real estate agent? I have addressed this question on my radio show a few time.
TOP 5 top reasons to hire a real estate agent:
Education and Experience-Agents must complete 90 hours of real estate education plus pass the state exam to become licenses. Then, we must take additions 24 real estate credit hours every two years. Furthermore, an agent becomes more experienced in his/her trade as time goes on. Neighborhood Experience-Real estate agents start becoming experts in certain areas of the local real estate … (8 comments)

SUNDAY SPEECHLESS PHOTO - 03/28/10 12:22 PM
SUNDAY SPEECHLESS PHOTO
      
Here are some before and after pictures when doing a fix and flip home. Do you see the green pool to the left? We picked this home up at the Arizona Trustee Sale. This was a cute first time home buyer house. It is on the market for sale. The picture to the right show a beautiful looking pool along with pool deck and backyard for some future family. There is a high need for real estate investors to fix and flip properties to stabilize neighborhoods across America. I am just doing my part to help … (6 comments)

SUNDAY SPEECHLESS PHOTO - 03/28/10 11:52 AM
SUNDAY SPEECHLESS PHOTO

I went to show a condo the other day. Voila, we found mold along the one side of an entire wall. The HOA watering system has been splashing water on the outside of the wall for the past ten years. Well, water was penetrating through the wall over all those years. Now, the seller has to treat the mold the entire length of the wall. First, they have to cut into the drywall about four fee up. Second, they have to treat the mold and the wood. Finally, they have to put up new drywall. Folks-mold is … (7 comments)

Are Still Printing Contracts? - 03/28/10 11:48 AM
Move up to technology
Via Jeremy Lehman (Prudential California Realty):
(I am not being paid by docusign for this endorsement).
Printing contracts and meeting clients to sign them is time consuming. When I became a Realtor, I wanted to do things and offer services that most agents weren't doing. I use docusign. It's super simple to use, and my clients LOVE it.
Have you ever had to meet up with your clients at a time that wasn't good for you, but docs had to be signed and time was ticking away? This morning, my clients wanted to counter an offer we received the … (7 comments)

ActiveRain University - Add Value To Your ActiveRain Blogs with Zillow - 03/27/10 06:39 PM
I would recommend this webinar
Via Brad Andersohn ~ Community Manager (ActiveRain):
ActiveRain University - How To Maximize Your ActiveRain Blogs with Zillow
Join us for a FREE Webinar on March 29
Hey Everyone, just wanted to let you all know that Sara Bonert (Director of Broker Services from Zillow) will be coming to ARU and sharing some tools you can use to bring greater value to your ActiveRain Blogs and readers.  
She'll be sharing things like how to use Zestimates, Zillow Advice, Advertising, Widgets, Free stuff and more on your ActiveRain Blogs.  Sara travels all over the Country for Zillow teaching industry … (4 comments)

PHOENIX RENT TO OWN PROGRAM EVERYONE NEEDS A SECOND CHANCE - 03/27/10 06:25 PM
PHOENIX RENT TO OWN PROGRAM EVERYONE NEEDS A SECOND CHANCE
Phoenix continues to experience a high foreclosure rate as banks continue to foreclosure on homes. Yes, homes continue to be sold at the Arizona Trustee Sales.The last of the ARMs will become due at the end of 2012. Homeowners continue to fail in obtaining loan modifications from their bank. It was announced Friday that the Government is willing to enact principal reduction plans. However, we need to read the fine print. The Home Affordable program only helped a little over 400,000 homes while experts estimate that 11 million households are under … (3 comments)

FIX AND FLIP HOMES IN PHOENIX, ARIZONA HERE TO SERVE ALL - 03/27/10 12:28 PM
FIX AND FLIP HOMES IN PHOENIX, ARIZONA HERE TO SERVE ALL
The Phoenix, Arizona real estate market continues to make the national news with record monthly foreclosures. Many people are losing their homes. However, real estate investors have entered the Phoenix real estate market to fix and flip homes. Why? We are experiencing a perfect storm with the following factors making Phoenix perfect for real estate investors:
FHA 90-day seasoning is on hold right now Mortgage rates are low Over 50% of the inventory is either bank owned or short sale Material and labor is low Private money is accessible Over … (6 comments)

SURF THE GOOGLE WAVE OF SUCCESS - 03/27/10 10:30 AM
The computer and Internet are the two most important tools when it comes to real estate. I am always looking for ways to improve surfing the Internet. Here are five ways to accomplish this task:
Increase the speed of the Internet Increase one's cache Use Bookmarks and Favorites to speed things up Choose home page Surf peak off hours Which do you prefer? I like #5.
… (10 comments)

Success in the Rain - 03/27/10 08:59 AM
Success is all around us today
Via Kerrie Greenhalgh (ActiveRain):
Hello ActiveRain!!!!  I am in such a joyous mood.....it may be the wonderful success stories I have come across this week or it may be the fact that....It's My Birthday!!!!  Just back from a wonderful lunch (thank you Jonathan) and ready to share some great success happening in the 'Rain.  
If you have yet to write your own success story, my birthday present is for you to do so.  Simply go to your profile page and click "edit" located next to My Profile (edit). Scroll down until you see the spot designated … (1 comments)

REAL ESTATE INVESTORS USING 401K MONIES TO BUY AND HOLD/FIX AND FLIP HOMES PHOENIX, ARIZONA - 03/27/10 07:46 AM
REAL ESTATE INVESTORS USING 401K MONIES TO BUY AND HOLD/FIX AND FLIP HOMES PHOENIX, ARIZONA

We have many people worried about their retirement monies being on Wall Street. Many people have lost up to 50% of their total investments. People are looking for alternative investments to obtain a better rate of return. What is the answer? The answer is real estate. I have many people call into my radio show wanting more information on how to use their retirement accounts to invest in real estate. We give people true checkbook control over their money.
Self Directed Retirement Plans's flexible retirement … (9 comments)

CREATE MONTHLY SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS TO BE KNOWN AS THE LOCAL EXPERT - 03/27/10 07:39 AM
CREATE MONTHLY SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS TO BE KNOWN AS THE LOCAL EXPERT
The time to purchase real estate is now. Many people want to invest in real estate. However, they do not know who to call. Many of you know that I host a weekly radio show named "Real Estate and Beyond." I talk about investing in real estate and having the Real Estate and Beyond Network is behind you every step of the way from A to Z. People feel more comfortable when they have a team of professionals behind them.
I have created an impressive group of professionals ready to … (4 comments)

UPGRADING A HOME WHEN DOING A FIX AND FLIP PHOENIX, ARIZONA - 03/27/10 07:33 AM
UPGRADING A HOME WHEN DOING A FIX AND FLIP PHOENIX, ARIZONA
We are going very strong here in Phoenix, Arizona when it comes to assisting real estate investors to do fix and flip properties. The Real Estate and Beyond Team has created a one stop shop for out of state investors to take advantage of this current market. We purchase homes from the Arizona Trustee Sales on a weekly basis. Yes, it is very competitive when doing to the court house steps. However, we know our local market. We are able to still find some great deals to fix and flip. … (4 comments)

The 3 P’s of Negotiation - 03/27/10 07:08 AM
Learn how to negotiate
Via Randy L. Prothero - Hawaii REALTOR® (Century 21 Liberty Homes):
I recently took a course to become certified to teach continuing education in Hawaii.  For the final project, I was given an assignment to make a presentation to the class which was made up of real estate instructors and some of the members of our real estate commission.  I selected the title from a short list that was supplied to me.  It was "The 3 P's of Negotiation". They gave me the title but did not mention what the 3 P's were.  I was left on my own … (5 comments)

Down the Active Drain - 03/27/10 07:01 AM
Please read this post
Via ActiveRain Approved Business Builders (ActiveRain - Approved Business Builders):
Do you ever feel like you’re flushing your marketing dollars down an “ActiveDrain”?
If you are like most of the agents across the country whose business has been strongly impacted by the economy, then you know EXACTLY what I’m talking about. It’s simply not cost-effective to try to generate new business by paying for services and leads which rarely, if ever, pan out. As a licensed agent, I designed Capture 2 Close (C2C), because I had a vision of forming a lead generating company tailored specifically to the … (6 comments)

Active Rain Power is MUCH MORE THAN JUST LEADS! - 03/26/10 01:01 AM
Join The Network Today
Via Lisa Stafford - Tulsa & Broken Arrow Homes (Broken Arrow, Tulsa, McGraw Realtors):
Active Rain Power is MUCH MORE THAN JUST LEADS!!!
What do you expect from the power of Active Rain?
Listings?...Buyers?...Leads from out of town?...Points?...Features?...And outside blog to post to?...Education?...Cool people?
What do the following people have in common besides Active Rain?
Bob Haywood - Owasso, OKMary Yonkers - Erie, PARussell Ray - San Diego, CAAl & Peggy - Canada
I recently posted a real need for help, Give it 100% or Get Out. that seemed to get lost in rain because some times it's just pouring down … (1 comments)

My thoughts on Showing Feedbacks aren't really necessary - 03/26/10 12:43 AM
Make an offer on the property
Via Loreena Yeo - Broker|Realtor(R) of Frisco TX Homes (214) 783-2210 (3:16 team REALTY):
This is not a consecending post towards good listing agents who seek feedbacks from Buyer's agents after showings. This is also not a snobby post. It is just my experiences as a Listing Agent that I want to share with Buyers and Realtors.
Like Sellers, I appreciate any feedback that buyers and buyers' agents would share. It helps keep us in check to see if we're on the right track.
However, some of my past experiences with other listing agents have not been … (3 comments)

Proxy Errors and New Servers - 03/25/10 10:02 PM
I told you
Via Bob Stewart - ActiveRain (ActiveRain):
We recently brought on 3 new servers to handle the rash of proxy errors that have been occurring on the site. We are very aware of the issues that these errors present and the challenges associated with having to deal with them.
No one is more concerned by the errors than our team, as we highly value the time our members invest to utilize ActiveRain. It is our goal to deliver a tool that is reliable, in addition to providing value to your business by helping you reach potential clients.
We do have a … (4 comments)

Champagne Marketing On a Beer Budget: Marketing That Surpasses The Masses - 03/23/10 02:54 AM
Check out these great marketing tips

Via Mike Jones (SUNSTREET MORTGAGE, LLC):
"Did I just say that?"  MJ Jensen smiled as she pointed to me and said  "Write that down.  That's good!"
"Marketing that surpasses the masses!" 
She told me to write it down.  I did!
MJ Jensen is the Chief Idea Officer of her company, IdeaMagic Visionary Marketing.  Landmark Title invited her to present two hours of marketing ideas to a packed room of REALTORS and lenders.
I'm going to share her 10 points with you here on my blog.  For a more in-depth study, visit MJ Jensen's website, … (5 comments)

Is ActiveRain Really the Most Powerful Real Estate Network? Let's Test It! - 03/23/10 02:49 AM
Eat more chicken

Via Jeremy Blanton (210 Consulting~ Social Media Advisors):
I know that ActiveRain is a powerful network and that the members here are some of the most loyal & supportive people around.  I know when I asked before for assistance with my daughter winning a contest, you all stepped up & voted over 3,000 times for her.  Well, it is time once again for me to ask for your assistance.
I recently entered a contest with a local Chick-Fil-A restaurant to win "Free Chicken for a Year."  This is where I need the help of the members of ActiveRain.  … (4 comments)

Win in 2010 with ESIGN - 03/22/10 05:33 PM
Great product for real estate
Via Suzanne Alberti (DocuSign):
Now that we are in January 2010, Iwanted to share a post fromt the DocuSign blog, written by An Bui.
If you haven't yet, it's time to look at your plan for 2010. How are you going to top 2009? Implementing electronic signature into your business processes can help you take your business to the next level in 2010.
Save Time With Electronic Signature
One reason so many DocuSign subscribers love DocuSign electronic signature is the time it saves them. Previously, their document creation and signing process looked something like this:
Create the documents … (1 comments)

CREATE AND MAINTAIN A REAL ESTATE NICHE MARKET - 03/22/10 07:47 AM
CREATE AND MAINTAIN A REAL ESTATE NICHE MARKET
I have been a licensed Realtor for the past eight years. I have learned that real estate is a broad term. There are many facets to real estate. I have to admit that I needed to focus where I wanted to focus my efforts in real estate. I entered the market back in 2002 with fourteen years of management behind me. So, I decided to be mentored in this business for eighteen months. Then, I was ready to formulate my own real estate team. I see myself as an archer focused on my … (41 comments)

What's Your Range Price Saying About You Or Your Seller? - 03/21/10 08:23 PM
Just wanted to share this blog
Via Gabrielle (Kamahele) Rhind, Associate Broker (Tierra Antigua Realty, Tucson AZ Real Estate):
In the past, range price listings seemed to be the "thing".  From time to time, I still see them on different types of properties. 
Over the past month working with first time home buyers (FTHB), we've had ups and downs:
Write offer on a short sale that list agent says, "It's been approved - can close fast".  It did not. Offer approved after highest and best. Then the City of Tucson's "neighborhood stabilization program" offer comes in that trumps all other offers.  (This is the … (2 comments)

ARIZONA REAL ESTATE AUCTIONS - 03/21/10 07:46 PM
Exploring Real Estate Auctions
There are times when the traditional way of selling real estate is too slow. Life goes on for people who are facing divorce, unemployment, health issues, and other challenges. One must sell their property in a rapid amount of time. One will see that the vultures come out offering pennies on the dollar for a troubled homeowner. One solution is selling the property at auction. It is proven that auctions do work for sellers. It is quick, efficient and one has the possibility of obtaining the highest price possible. 
Real estate auction companies do a great job … (4 comments)

2010 TAX DEDUCTIONS - 03/21/10 06:36 PM
To be deductible, a business expense must be both ordinary and necessary. An ordinary expense is one that is common and accepted in your trade or business. A necessary expense is one that is helpful and appropriate for your trade or business. An expense does not have to be indispensable to be considered necessary.
It is important to separate business expenses from the following expenses:
The expenses used to figure the cost of goods sold, Capital Expenses, and Personal Expenses. Cost of Goods Sold
If your business manufactures products or purchases them for resale, you generally must value inventory at the … (6 comments)

REAL ESTATE PAYS FOR COLLEGE - 03/21/10 06:32 PM
If you are a landlord with rooms to fill, then there are plenty of creative ways to fill the rooms. Currently, there are about 40,000 or more students attending Arizona State University. Obviously, they do not have enough campus rooms to accommodate the students; Off campus housing is a must at ASU. So, I have learned some creative ways as a realtor to attract honest and dependable renters to fill vacancies. It is a numbers game. One has to get the message out to the public that rooms are available for rent.
Create Excitement-I strongly believe in branding. Everyone likes to … (36 comments)

TITLE INSURANCE IS A MUST IN REAL ESTATE, RIGHT? - 03/21/10 06:26 PM
Real estate is a part of everyone's life. We see real estate for sale or lease on a daily basis via Internet, television, radio, and newspaper. The definition of title means an owner has the right to maintain or sell real estate in his/her possession. The owner has the right to enjoy the property. Title is the history of ownership of a parcel of land. Title companies do title searches to ensure that a buyer will have clean title when purchasing a piece of real estate. They want to ensure there is a true hand over of the property to the … (6 comments)

Blogging And Teaching....Both Require Preparation - 03/21/10 06:22 PM
Are you blogging on a daily basis?
Via Barbara Todaro (RE/MAX Executive Realty in Franklin, Ma):
Preparing for my Monday morning posts is similar to my preparing a lesson plan when I was teaching.  Monday morning sets the pace for the week, and my first function is to be certain that our entire inventory is blogged on Monday morning.  My continually submitting a variety of posts on our four subdivisions and one on each of our resale listings has ranked all of our inventory at the top of the first page of Google for a wide variety of searches.  All of tomorrow's blogs … (2 comments)

MORE REASONS TO INVEST IN REAL ESTATE - 03/21/10 06:09 PM
Real estate investors are realizing much more attractive returns due to the multiple income streams from real estate investment that include the following:
Appreciation: The Greater Phoenix area has a track record of steady appreciation between 5-6% in a normal market based upon historical data. This is an automatic savings account for many people. The offers opportunity down the road as one holds onto the property as the value continues to appreciate. This provides to open a line of credit to invest in other investments offered by Real Estate and Beyond Network.
Rental Yield: The percentage yield from the rental income. … (6 comments)

SELL YOUR CURRENT HOUSE ON A LEASE OPTION FOR PROFIT - 03/21/10 06:06 PM
SELL YOUR CURRENT HOUSE ON A LEASE OPTION FOR PROFIT


Seller Beware Checklist
Seller will need to conduct full background check on potential lease option candidate including employment check and three reference checks with name and number Insist on using your contract with detailed real estate language Set the price where lease option candidate will be able to purchase the house in 24-36 months. It must be a Win-Win for both seller and lease option candidate Treat lease option candidate as a homeowner. For example-his monthly payment will be referred as a mortgage payment to have home ownership in … (6 comments)

SUNDAY SPEECHLESS PHOTO - 03/21/10 04:59 PM
SUNDAY SPEECHLESS PHOTO
 

Here is the thinking man. Can you guess that he is thinking about today?
Love to hear your answer.
… (7 comments)

CREATING SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES FOR REAL ESTATE TEAMS - 03/21/10 04:50 PM
CREATING SYSTEMS AND PROCEDURES FOR REAL ESTATE TEAMS
I am a firm believer that real estate is a team sport. The real estate industry along with clients continue to expert more and more out of real estate agents. Furthermore, real estate is a contact sport. This means one must talk in order to obtain and close business. The real estate team speaks one message with many more people spreading the word. Being a one man show is not worth it at this time. When are you ever allowed to take time off or have a nice vacation? Have you thought about … (2 comments)

FINAL WALK THROUGH BEFORE LISTING A HOME WHEN DOING A FIX AND FLIP PHOENIX, ARIZONA - 03/18/10 08:22 AM
FINAL WALK THROUGH BEFORE LISTING A HOME WHEN DOING A FIX AND FLIP HOME PHOENIX, ARIZONA


I am very busy working with real estate investors by purchasing homes at the Arizona Trustee Sales to perform fix and flips. We have an active market in Phoenix, Arizona. Over 50% of the sales in this market are distressed properties either bank owned or short sales. There is need for quality homes to be purchased by first time home buyers. So, my investors ensure that each home is properly fixed to sell for market value. So, I perform a final walk through on … (5 comments)

Branding Your Business Part 1- Customizing Facebook Pages - 03/17/10 06:49 PM
Change your face today
Via Jeremy Blanton (210 Consulting~ Social Media Advisors):
Since this Friday I am teaching a webinar for ActiveRain University titled Customizing Your ActiveRain Blog that it was time for me to share about the importance of building your brands across all social media platforms.  Instead of writing a 3,000 word novel to cover all of the different platforms that exist and tips to customizing each, I figured I would break this down into a series. 
The first network I want to talk about today is Customizing your Facebook Page.  But before I get into what to customize and how, … (2 comments)

99 Bottles Of Beer On The Wall ... And This Buyer Wasn't Passing Them Around. - 03/17/10 12:28 PM
This was a wise move.
Via Gabrielle (Kamahele) Rhind, Associate Broker (Tierra Antigua Realty, Tucson AZ Real Estate):
"American law, relates competenceto the mental capacity of an individual to participate in legal proceedings, such as medical treatment, make contracts, handle financial dealings and other personal matters."  Defined by Wikipedia Dictionary.
In Arizona, for someone to enter into an agreement to buy or sell a home, the contract states the individual must be competent.  But there is no checklist for real estate agents to determine competency. It appears to be  a judgmental call and most times, we can determine if someone is in good … (1 comments)

I AM GOING TO GIVE MY HOUSE BACK TO THE BANK. I HAVE NO OTHER OPTIONS. - 03/17/10 08:26 AM
I AM GOING TO GIVE MY HOUSE BACK TO THE BANK. I HAVE NO OTHER OPTIONS
I am coming across a lot of people who are in pain when it comes to their financial pciture. They do not know who to call and trust. I have people call into my radio show just completely frustrated because they have been trying for over a year to complete their loan modification. However, the bank continues to ignore their requests. Then, I had a 70 year old lady informed me that the bank told her she should obtain roommates so that she could make … (6 comments)

REAL ESTATE TEAMS COVER MORE GROUND THAN INDIVIDUALS - 03/16/10 08:35 AM
REAL ESTATE TEAMS COVER MORE GROUND THAN INDIVIDUALS
I am the proud Team Leader of the Real Estate and Beyond Team located in Phoenix, Arizona. I have been in the real estate profession for the last eight years. I was mentored for two years before I left the nest. I knew I needed a mentor who would train me in the real estate world. Also, I was trained specifically to work with real estate investors. I had my first investor within ninety days of having my real estate license. My mentor assisted me in the transaction. So, I am now mentoring … (7 comments)

Will the Bank Get It Someday? Probably Not! - 03/16/10 08:18 AM
Will the banks ever have common sense?
Via Ray Wright (Keller Williams Realty):
I ran into a previous client today.  I had tried to conduct a Short Sale for her back in 2007 to 2008.  I had priced the home at $199,000 and received 8 offers.  After the bank conducted it's appraisal and against my strong objections, they determined they would take nothing less than $259,000.  I tried to get the negotiator to come to her senses and warned her and later her supervisor that they would be taking this home back if they didn't accept the sale now.  All 8 of my … (1 comments)

Success in the Rain - 03/15/10 03:51 PM
Attend the Rain Camp in your area
Via Kerrie Greenhalgh (ActiveRain):
What a week, what a week!  RainCamp Denver was such a hit and I just love getting to meet more and more of the ActiveRain family.
Speaking of the ActiveRain family, I found a few success stories that should be shared.
If you have yet to write your own success story, I urge you to do so.  Simply go to your profile page and click "edit: located next to My Profile (Edit). Scroll down until you see the spot designated for ActiveRain Success Story.  Keep in mind this will not show on … (2 comments)

How To Create HyperLinks to Anchor Text - 03/15/10 08:28 AM
We call can do it
Via Brad Andersohn ~ Community Manager (ActiveRain):
How To Create HyperLinks to Anchor Text

Many of our Members and Bloggers have heard, read, or been told that it's not good to include links in your Blog posts to other sites.  Nonsense!  In this post, I'll share my difference of opinion, then show you how to do it.  Creating Hyperlinks to Anchor text can be very powerful and beneficial to your Blog for multiple reasons. Useful and informative links bring more value to your readers and targeted audience, they increase your SEO, and they drive traffic back to … (0 comments)

HOME ORGANIZATION WITH A LITTLE HELP FROM FRIENDS - 03/15/10 07:52 AM
HOME ORGANIZATION WITH A LITTLE HELP FROM FRIENDS
Yes, it is that time of year-SPRING CLEANING.My wife and I got a jump start this year since we anticipate a busy year for the both of us. We sat down last month to plan out the entire spring cleaning calendar. We want to go through the entire house with the children. Our mission is to streamline our home and get rid of the JUNK. Our goal is to have a garage sale the first week of May of 2010. We have asked our neighbors to assist in the process. They said "NO … (6 comments)

The Art of the Contract Presentation - 03/14/10 03:46 PM
Very important to read always practice
Via Patricia Kennedy (Evers & Company Realtors):
Back in the last Ice Age, when I was a student at the Shannon & Luchs Academy of Real Estate, I remember instructor, Michael Briggs,  spent a lot of time on how to present your buyer's contract to the seller of the Dream House.
You started off by making an appointment to meet with the listing agent and the seller, in person, to deliver the offer. You continued by introducing your buyers, who they were, where they worked, and what their finances looked like. You introduced the offer, spelling out … (3 comments)

MUTANT BLOGGER TURNS INTO VIDEO BLOGGER STAY TUNED FOR MORE PHOENIX, ARIOZNA - 03/14/10 03:30 PM
MUTANT BLOGGER TURNS INTO VIDEO BLOGGER STAY TUNED FOR MORE PHOENIX, ARIOZNA

Yes, I have to admit that I am a blogger junkie. I am hooked on blogging. I have to honestly say that it does work for me. I have been devoting 90 minutes per day every day since 4/9/2009 towards social media including ActiveRain, Facebook and Twitter. I have met a lot of great people in this past year. Folks! Wake Up and get on the social media ride of your life. People want to ready your information. They are searching for local experts who specialize in their … (10 comments)

SPEECHLESS SUNDAY PHOTO - 03/14/10 02:22 PM
SPEECHLESS SUNDAY PHOTO

Hi! This is one of my many real estate investors that do fix and flips with me. He is smiling because we received a full price offer on this current house in just two days being on the market. It is closing in two weeks. He was very excited about real estate fixing and flipping. He went through our intensive real estate investing course. He won the bid at the Arizona Trustee Sales on his first go around. He will be ready for another fix and flip in April. We are ready to go.
I just wanted … (6 comments)

Top Most Effective Marketing Strategies For Real Estate Agents - 03/14/10 01:21 PM
Which ones are effective for you? I am into blogging and Facebook.
Via LINDA FRANKS (Crye-Leike Realtors):
What do you find is working for you in today's market? Same old same old marketing strategy? What do you see other Realtors doing what you aren't doing? Home Gain recently announced survey results for the top most effective marketing methods of Realtors (R) in this national press release March 2010:
1. Referrals ( Scored 8.7 out of 10)
2. Featured Listings  (4.8)
3. Email Campaigns (4.7)
4. Postcards/Mailers (4.6)
5. Blogging (4.1)
6. Online Lead generators (4.0)
7. Facebook (4.0)
8. Linkedin (3.6) 
9. You Tube (3.5)
10. Print Ads (3.6)
I for one, am not … (2 comments)

HOW BIG OF A TEAM DO YOU WANT? - 03/14/10 01:16 PM
HOW BIG OF A TEAM DO YOU WANT?
Yes, the Real Estate and Beyond Team is recruiting in a down real estate market. Well, that is what the papers want you to believe. We are in an active real estate market if one focuses on the correct real estate market. Again, the Arizona Real Estate Investor's Association stated the 54% of the sold homes in 2010 were distressed properties which includes bank owned properties, short sales, and Arizona Trustee Sales. So, which market are you focusing in on right now in your real estate career? I STRONGLY BELIEVE that real estate … (17 comments)

CANADIAN REAL ESTATE INVESTORS FIND REAL ESTATE AND BEYOND TEAM'S ONE STOP SHOP TO PURCHASE SECOND HOMES, BUY AND HOLDS AND FIX AND FLIPS IN PHOENIX, ARIZONA - 03/14/10 12:36 PM
CANADIAN REAL ESTATE INVESTORS FIND REAL ESTATE AND BEYOND TEAM'S ONE STOP SHOP TO PURCHASE SECOND HOMES, BUY AND HOLDS AND FIX AND FLIPS IN PHOENIX, ARIZONA
The Canadian dollar is very strong compared to the American dollar. I am receiving many calls from Canadian citizens that wish to purchase second homes, buy and hold rental homes and fix and flip homes in Phoenix, Arizona. The Real Estate and Beyond Team was created as a one stop shop to cater to out of state real estate investors. Canadian real estate investors acquire special attention because there are extra steps that we … (4 comments)

Top Ten From Rain Camp - 03/14/10 10:08 AM
Attend the next Rain Camp
Via Kristal Kraft ~Denver Real Estate~303-589-2022 (The Berkshire Group Realtors):
Active Rain came to town! 
The room was full of people last week when the Rain Gang showed up.  They came armed with T-shirts, goody bags and a ton of great technology tips and practical applications for them.
This day wasn’t for the weak of heart, the information came with the force of a fire hydrant unleashed on a hot summer’s day.  No one complained we just wrote as fast as we could taking notes and hoping against hope we could remember it next week!
The excitment … (0 comments)

BANKS ADVISES ELDERLY LADY TO OBTAIN ROOMMATES TO AVOID FORECLOSURE - 03/14/10 09:17 AM
BANKS ADVISES ELDERLY LADY TO OBTAIN ROOMMATES TO AVOID FORECLOSURE

I hosted my weekly live real estate talk radio show here in Phoenix, Arizona. I allow people to call in to make live comments or to ask questions related to real estate and mortgages. I have been doing this for the past four years. I am always amazed of who calls into the show. I had an elderly lady call into my show asking for assistance in finding roommates. She explained she is in a trial loan modification and missed some payments. However, she is current. She continued to say … (14 comments)

SPEED DOES COUNT IN FIXING AND FLIPPING HOMES IN PHOENIX, ARIZONA - 03/12/10 07:10 AM
SPEED DOES COUNT IN FIXING AND FLIPPING HOMES IN  PHOENIX, ARIZONA
Hi! My name is Harry. I specialize in fixing and flipping property here in sunny Phoenix, Arizona. I assist real estate investors to purchase property from the Arizona Trustee Sales. This is real live application. Many people call me from my weekly Real Estate and Beyond Radio show or from my ActiveRain Blogs when I am discussing fixing and flipping properties. Now, it is important to me that I get that property back on the market as soon as possible. Why? I have a retail background when it comes to real estate. … (6 comments)

CONDUCTING LIVE WORKSHOPS OR WEBINARS - 03/12/10 06:24 AM
CONDUCTING LIVE WORKSHOPS OR WEBINARS
I have been conducting live real estate investment workshops for the last four years since I initiated my live radio program. I believe people like to be informed about real estate investing. People are spending billions of dollars on real estate education. However, over 90% of the people that spend money on real estate education never do a deal. Why? There is a lack of real estate mentors to teach live application in the real estate arena. This was my main motivation for starting the Real Estate and Beyond Team. I wanted to give people motivation, … (6 comments)

Holy Cow...Where did all the inventory go? - 03/11/10 11:54 AM
How is the inventory in your local area?
Via John MacArthur (ReMax Realty Centre):
 
This is as about elementary as it can get
supply goes down and prices go up
 
A funny thing happened while I was doing a search for a client tonight. I plugged in their price range, deleted all short sales and hit enter. My first thought was "That can't be right".  I went back and re-checked the criteria. The client was looking for a town home or a single family home in Montgomery County priced somewhere between $300,000 and $325,000. There are only 69 listings that … (0 comments)

PICKING A NEW DOMAIN NAME FOR FIXING AND FLIPPING HOMES IN PHOENIX, ARIZONA MADE EASY - 03/11/10 07:08 AM
PICKING A NEW DOMAIN NAME FOR FIXING AND FLIPPING HOMES IN PHOENIX, ARIZONA MADE EASY
Many of you know that I specialize in fixing and flipping homes here in Phoenix, Arizona. Furthermore, I host a weekly real estate talk radio show that focuses in on real estate investments. I am receiving phone calls from investors located in Arizona and out of Arizona that want to take advantage of this real estate market. I have created a turn key system for real estate investors to strike while the iron is hot. Phoenix has created a perfect opportunity for real estate investors to … (8 comments)

Blog Carnival of Real Estate - My First Time to Host! Winners Announcement - 03/10/10 09:02 AM
Read it today
Via Jason Crouch, Broker - Austin Texas Real Estate (512-796-7653) (Austin Texas Homes, LLC):
Not long ago, I was asked by my friend Mike Price to host the "Carnival of Real Estate", which is essentially a gathering of blog posts each week about our industry.  Sounds like fun to me, so I said a hearty "Yes!".  Since I've held lots of contests during my blogging career, I have a little experience in this arena.  :)
 
First of all, if you took the time to submit something this past week, I thank you all for your submissions.  We all take … (2 comments)

DO YOU DO WINDOWS? YES WHEN FIXING AND FLIPPING HOMES PHOENIX, ARIZONA - 03/09/10 04:56 PM
DO YOU DO WINDOWS? YES WHEN FIXING AND FLIPPING HOMES PHOENIX, ARIZONA
Here is another beautiful home that we purchased at the Arizona Trustee Sale. Phoenix, Arizona continues to experience a high foreclosure rate. Banks continue to sell of their homes at the Arizona Trustee Sale. The only thing this home needed was paint, carpet, appliances, and clean up. I many people who live outside of Arizona contacting me to take advantage of this great market. The Real Estate and Beyond Team has created a one stop for real estate investors. We make things happen for you. We take real estate … (9 comments)

HOW DOES A REALTOR CHANGE WITH THE MARKET? - 03/09/10 04:17 PM
HOW DOES A REALTOR CHANGE WITH THE MARKET?
The real estate market continues to be a roller coaster in most cities across America. Many real estate agents have been able to shift with the market as we continue to read the blogs on ActiveRain. However, I am meeting many real estate agents that are having a rough time in this market. Why? Have they made a personal decision to change with the market? Are they still doing things the old fashion way? Yes, this is a tough real estate market. However, a Realtor is expected to know about distressed properties. Agree?
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How Do You Leverage Facebook In Your Real Estate Business? - 03/09/10 08:10 AM
In your Facebook
Via Derek Overbey (Roost.com):
Most of us are aware that Facebook is the dominant force when it comes to social platforms. But did you know that Facebook is nipping on the heels of Google in regards to Internet dominance? Here are some Quick Facts (according to Facebook , Alexa.com and Compete.com):
Facebook is the #2 website globally in total page views behind Google; should pass Google in first half of 2010. At 30%, Facebook has the same global reach that Google had 1 year ago. Both Google and Facebook should have global reach of ~50% by end of 2010. … (3 comments)

SUNDAY SPEECHLESS PHOTO - 03/07/10 08:03 PM

I just wanted to share a photo that I took this past week while looking at homes going to the Arizona Trustee Sales. This family was moving that day out of the house. You can see that they were in a hurry. I experience this quite often during the week.
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HOW DO I IDENTIFY A GOOD RENT TO OWN DEAL AS A LEASE OPTION CANDIDATE? - 03/07/10 07:56 PM
There are many people who have lost their homes in the last two years during this terrible real estate bubble. Families do not wish to rent an apartment. So, they search for a rent to own home so that they will be able to rebuild their credit in order to purchase the house in three yearss or more. However, many lease option candidates cannot identify a good deal or not. Please review the checklist below
Buyer Beware Checklist
Ask the seller to review the mortgage note and to verify seller is in good standing with the mortgage company. Furthermore, please ask … (3 comments)

SUNDAY SPEECHLESS PHOTO - 03/07/10 06:00 PM

I just got back from one of my favorite places to visit on a Sunday afternoon. Again, I love to fix and flip homes. I was just obtaining more ideas when doing fix and flips. I got some fresh ideas today. I am looking forward to implementing some of them in the next couple of weeks. What is your favorite store?
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In A Digital World, We're Now A Globally Connected Video Culture - 03/07/10 12:38 PM
I am moving to video this year
Via Brad Andersohn ~ Community Manager (ActiveRain):
No words needed here, this video speaks volumes....and to think it happened during our lifetime!  
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TERMITES DISCOVERED DURING HOME INSPECTION ON FIX AND FLIP HOME PHOENIX, ARIZONA - 03/07/10 12:36 PM
TERMITES DISCOVERED DURING HOME INSPECTION ON FIX AND FLIP HOME PHOENIX, ARIZONA

I am working with a new investor doing a fix and flip house in Phoenix, Arizona. The investor purchased this home at the Arizona Trustee Sale at a great price. So, the investor did all the repairs on his own. He was very excited to have a full price offer within two days of being listed on the real estate market. The buyer is very excited about the house. We are in the ten day inspection period by the buyer. I received an Email with the termite report … (4 comments)

Getting Homes Sold Beyond the MLS - 03/06/10 11:40 AM
We need to do everything we can to sell homes
Via Loreena Yeo - Broker|Realtor(R) of Frisco TX Homes (214) 783-2210 (3:16 team REALTY):
Essentially, this is the question (Can your MLS sell my home?) a Seller would ask subtly when s/he calls to ask for a Flat Fee listing. My short and sweet answer is No. Carol Honkanen of NW Real Estate in Bellevue WA discussed this in her recent post, Flat Rate Fees versus Typical Commission Rates.
She believed in giving her clients a "choice". Hence, she offers a Flat Fee rate AND a "Typical" commission rate. (There is no "right" … (0 comments)

TOP 7 MISTAKES WHEN HIRING A PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY INVESTOR BEWARE - 03/05/10 08:29 AM
 TOP 7 MISTAKES WHEN HIRING A PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COMPANY INVESTOR BEWARE

Real estate is the buzz word around America. Real estate education classes are starting to be offered all over the Internet and in local cities. Everydody is cashing in on the real estate bubble that has busted. We are seeing many great deals here in Phoenix, Arizona. Acquiring the property and fixing it up is the easy part in my opinion. Next, the investor must decided to either manage the property on their own or hire a property management company. The majority of investors do not wish to deal with that … (4 comments)

Get Connected With Your Past Clients on Facebook - 03/04/10 10:40 AM
Please read this one to stay connected
Via Bob Stewart - ActiveRain (ActiveRain):
My fiance and I have had a little competition going for the last couple of months. Who can get to 1000 Facebook friends the fastest. (It's worth noting that both of us are a DISTANT second to her mother, who is approaching 2300 friends)
I'd very rarely gone out and tried to collect Facebook friends. If someone found me, and they want to 'friend' me, great, I'd certainly let them in to my world. All of the people whom I have personal relationships with, I have long since tracked down … (1 comments)

TOP 11 MISTAKES CANADIANS MAKE WHEN PURCHASING REAL ESTATE IN PHOENIX, ARIZONA - 03/04/10 08:46 AM
TOP 11 MISTAKES CANADIANS MAKE WHEN PURCHASE REAL ESTATE IN PHOENIX, ARIZONA
Canadians real estate investors are starting to look at Phoenix, Arizona as a great city to purchase real estate for three reasons:
Second Homes Investment Homes Fix and Flip Homes for Profit However, Canadian citizens do not know who to call. Many Canadians call up a Realtor by using the Internet hoping that the agent is knowledgeable and understands the needs of the client. However, that is not the case. Anybody can show a home. The Real Estate and Beyond Team has teamed up with local Canadian experts.
TOP … (3 comments)

KEEP YOUR HANDS OUT OF YOUR POCKETS ARIZONA TRUSTEE SALES - 03/03/10 04:59 PM
There is never a boring moment when looking at Arizona Trustee Sales going to auction that day. Many people do not understand the process or even the process of buying a home from the court house steps. So, I devote the majority of my morning looking for great deals. That means I have to physically inspect each property before placing my bid. Does this take a lot of work? Yes, it does take a lot of work. However, I am very good at know which subdivisions sell or not. I am considered an expert in my field from my peers.
Today, … (3 comments)

BLOG TO ENTER NEW MARKETS - 03/02/10 08:44 AM
BLOG TO ENTER NEW MARKETS
I have been blogging to close to a year nonstop on a daily basis. I have become an expert when it comes to blogging and Google Juice. It is actually fun and challenging for me at the same time. Well, I decided that I wanted to start attracting Canadians who purchase real estate in Phoenix, Arizona. It is a great time to purchase second homes, investment homes and to fix and flip homes. The only way I knew how was to blog about my experiences, reasons to invest in Phoenix, Arizona, and real life examples. Plus, … (8 comments)

How to Possibly Avoid a Foreclosure using a Lease Option - 03/01/10 08:47 AM
It is wise to learn more about lease options in your local market because people need this service
Via Wendy Patton (Keller Williams):
If you are in the difficult situation of falling behind on your mortgage payments and trying to sell your home, offering it on a rent-to-own basis may help you stay out of foreclosure. I wish I could say for certain, because I hate to see people lose their homes to the bank, but obviously it’s no guarantee. The last thing lenders want right now is to foreclose on your home. They have gotten pretty flexible in working with homeowners to … (1 comments)

ARIZONA TRUSTEE SALES FIXING AND FLIPPING STRATEGIES TO OBTAIN MARKET VALUE PHOENIX, ARIZONA - 03/01/10 08:32 AM
ARIZONA TRUSTEE SALES FIXING AND FLIPPING STRATEGIES TO OBTAIN MARKET VALUE PHOENIX, ARIZONA
Every real estate education course will tell you that one makes their money at the close of the real estate deal. That is true. The Real Estate and Beyond Team continues to assist real estate investors to purchase homes at the Arizona Trustee Sales to only to fix and flip the home for profit here in Phoenix, Arizona.
There are not too many real estate agents that specialize in purchasing from the Arizona Trustee Sales to fix and flip. Also, you can buy and hold a home … (3 comments)

 
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Harry F. D'Elia, Investor , Mentor, CSSN Radio Coach, REOs, ABR, ePRO, CDPE

Phoenix, AZ

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Precision Real Estate Inc.

Address: 4425 W. Olive Avenue #178, PROPERTY MANAGEMENT $60 PER MONTH PER DOOR, Phoenix, AZ, 85302

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Intended to share information, ideas, and tips on buying and selling real estate in Phoenix, Arizona. Written by realtor and radio host, Harry F. D'Elia. This Blog focuses on the creation of wealth through real estate and is involved in teaching others how to conservativley buy and sell real estate to enhance one's current portfolio. Agent's are welcome to follow along and learn from Harry how to successfully meet your clients needs.


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