Call it professional courtesy; call it fidicuary responsibility to the Seller; call it what you want, but STOP TRYING TO SELL ME YOUR LISTING!! I just want to show it and see if it fits my Buyer.

You all know the types; some of you are who I am referring to. The Listing Agent that insists on talking to the showing Agent to tell them how wonderful the home is; how motivated the Seller is and all the lovely new stuff in the home. Give me a break!!

1. They are all "Just Wonderful" and "Lovely" and "Top Notch"; some just more than others, or less than.

2. All Sellers are motivated, granted some more than others, else they would not put their home on the market.

3. When has anyone EVER SOLD (forced, coerced, talked into) a home to a Buyer? The home will sell itself if it is prperly staged and priced - period.

How many times have you called to set up a showing only to have the Listing Agent insist on speaking to you directly only to confirm your showing THEN go into the sell routine - how great it is, how awesome the landscaping is and blah, blah, blah, blah blah. Listen People, I am an experienced Agent with good eyesight, I take excellent notes on EVERY property I show, I own a good mobile phone, know how to use it and I have your number. So, IF I have a question, I'll call you. Just tell me if I can show it or not and lets get the pary started.

I've said it before and I'll say it again, I'm not a Journalist, I'm a Professional Realtor, so my skill in writing my BLOG may not be as appealing as some posts you may read, but its real and its me. I preface this writing this way because most of the posts I read appear to be distinct, topic driven and well written. As I gave this some thought, I wondered how real these posts are. After all, its a BLOG (Business Log) not a Real Estate syndication. Thats the reason I dont post so much - I'm a Professional Realtor NOT a Journalist. I spend my time in my profession, not doing something else.

With that said, I decided I would attempt to write my BLOG based on my weeks activities in Real Estate. Its appropriate and industry related. So here goes.....

I Felt I had a really productive week eventhough it was short. I finished with 3 Sales ranging from 42K - 290K, 2 new listings - one short sale and one new home, readied my showing appts for showing a new referred Buyer this Saturday, followed up with 3 new Buyer prospects for next week and finalized everything for my closing on Monday. Not bad for a 3 day week, however, most importantly, I was able to complete these tasks so that my clients could enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday and not spend it worrying about the status. And for that, I was truly Thankful on Thanksgiving day.

I hope you all had a prosperous week and will be able to finish the year strong. In the words of Andy Andrews from his book The Travelers Gift, "First we make choices, then choices make us". Have a great week all.

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1313 S Gemini Rd is located in the Kelly Park Additon to Edmond, Oklahoma in close proximity to shopping, dining and major roadways. See more of this at www.JessieTeehee.com or call 1-800-784-7541 ext 0 to learn more about this home.

Here is a repost of a great artilce from USA Today about the economy in OKC http://tinyurl.com/mubv5q that certainly defies most of the attitudes I sense when talking to folks about buying and selling real estate.

And as a matter of fact, if you are a First Time Homebuyer and looking to take advantage of the $8,000 tax credit, proactively you have 50 days and counting to find and negotiate that home. I have clients that have already submitted and received their money, so its not a hoax, its there!!

When home shopping, know what your willing to compromise on and what you are not and when making an offer, forget the "great deal" mentality and make a fair deal that you can live with. If your requirements are specific, like a home with a pool and a big backyard under a specific price range, you may only have one chance to snag that home. Be wise and listen to your Agent; both should do all your homework.

Dont miss out on this opportunity; it may not come around again.....

I dont get to keep up a good blog as often as I would like, but today, I find a little bit of free time and a couple artilces I came across that I thought would be of use.

Unlike other parts of the Nation, the Oklahoma City Real Estate Market is going strong as related in this article http://tinyurl.com/npe6jt,  especially homes between 100 and 150K. A really great range in our market especially for first time homebuyers who now can take advantage of the $8,000 tax credit for closing costs as outlined in this article by HUD http://tinyurl.com/m9zyzg. I'm under the impression that by monetizing the credit, if not fully used, it can still be redeemed on next years taxes. So, if you only use 5K for closing costs, you could redeem a 3K tax credit on next years tax filing. If that works, and its yet to be seen, why wouldn't anyone get off the fence and stand next to their own?

How do these two artilces fit? NOW IS THE TIME TO GET THAT FIRST HOME and by the market indicators for Oklahoma City area, you are sure to be making a wise investment.

Until next time, happy house hunting.

Hey, first-time homebuyer: How does $8,000 from your Uncle Sam sound?

Want an extra $8,000?  If you're a first-time homebuyer then we have a nice surprise for you.

Last fall, the Federal Government introduced a financial incentive to prospective first-time homebuyers - an income tax credit of up to $7,500. The rules were simple: you must have been a first-time homebuyer (as defined by not owning a home in the previous three years) and you met certain income restrictions. This tax credit was actually an interest free loan paid back in $500 increments annually and if you sold your home before it was paid back, the remaining amount would be collected at tax time.

NOW....

The new $8,000 tax credit is available to those who buy between January 1, 2009 and December 1, 2009. It's not a deduction, it's an actual credit.  Unlike the $7,500 first-time homebuyer tax credit introduced last summer; this does not need to be repaid.

First timers who qualify can make no more than $75,000 in adjusted gross income if they're single or $150,000 if filing jointly. The maximum tax credit is $8,000 or 10 percent of the sales price of the home, whichever is less. Three years residence in the property are required. As always, check with your accountant for details and be sure to submit IRS form 5405 when you file your taxes. This credit may be claimed on this years taxes; again, check with your accountant.

When you're in the market to Buy a home, call on an Agent that will be your Advocate with Exclusive Representation. Call Jessie Teehee, "YOUR Real Estate Advocate" with Keller Williams Realty in OKC - (405) 463-6709 or visit my site at www.JessieTeehee.com to learn more about my service to you.

Its over, except for the Inspirational Breakfast, its over. This was my first and most certainly wont be my last. There was so much to learn, so many vendors to see and so much networking to do. The days were full, long and very impressionable. There's no way to explain what you miss if you didnt go; you literally have to be there to "get it". Its amazing that no matter your production level, how well you think your skillsets are in particular areas, there is still plenty to learn.

My focus was on Technology and Scripts. I ride myself on being technologically sound and in need of scripts. Scripts seem to be something I have fought for years and now I realize without them, there is no thriving or surving a shifting market. I was fortunate enough to come away with plenty of nuggets and plenty "jazzed up" to use them.

I noticed a common theme throughout the breakout sessions and summize that 1) Technology is as necessary as breathing; 2) Lead generation is as necessary as Technology and 3) Effective lead generation can only be effective with great scripts. This was a common factor among all panel members and individual speakers. Another tidbit that I'm still considering is Coaching. Coaching was stressed throughout. I'm still not convinced that its not a means to generate business or if these presenters really get coaching. I'm a bit cautious when it comes to spending money, so I'll sit on that one for a while. Something else I noticed - never was commissions or money ever mentioned as a motivating factor. It was purely client focused and I have a great appreciation for that. I would submit that if your "Why" is the money, to re-consider your focus. Sure we do this for our livlihood, but it should not be the primary reason.

Anyway, I made a lot of great contacts and met some extraordinary folks; I hope to see down the road. Good selling and God Bless you all this year. 

I have been with Keller Williams for about 6 years now and this is my first trip to "The Big Event", Family Reunion. I've heard so many great things that come from Convention, now I am able to experience it firsthand. Today was day one and what a great day.

I had the foresight to sign up for and was privelaged to  attend the Marketing and Technology Survival Guide, by Realtor.com with Max Pigman (www.maxpigman.com) and what a time. It was filled with a wealth of information and I was quite impressed with the use of the REMOTE (Real Estate Marketing Optimization & Technology Education) feedback system. We were able to conduct surveys and get immediate feedback.

Lot of emphasis on social networking; some easy to use free mediums to market roerties for sale. Good luck to you all; I hope you are having a prosperous year and to all my fellow KW colleagues, look me up at "The Big Event".

I just finished watching Facing the Giants for the third time and I never tire of watching it and learning from it. Its an excellent spiritual motivator and the more I watch it, the more I really watch it.

As the movie went on, I began to trade places with the Coach, as we have some likeness, and contrasted his position with my own. Given the general consensus of our economy and the attitudes associated with, I determined my Giant are the economic attitueds with those I come into contact with. Trying to help others overcome their own fear of buying or selling in a volatile economy without misleading, misinforming and misguiding my clients. That is my Giant for the coming year.

After deliberation, I was reminded of 4 things: 1) Nothing is impossible for God; 2)We are a people called to serve Him; 3) He wants us to succeed and 4) with God, fear has no place in our life.

I'm taking a vacation over the next 10 days to a place where I'm sure to get perspective. I pledge upon my return to write down and remind myself daily the 4 reminders about my Giant with the faith that God is my rock, provider and source of life.

What is your Giant? How will you face it? I wish a blessed year for all in 2009.