"There came a time when the risk to remain tight in the bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom," a famous quote that hit home with our team as we began preparing our business plan for another challenging year in the real estate market. 

 Today marks our two month anniversary with First Choice Realty, and we are still so excited about this new venture.  First Choice Realty was exactly what we were looking for!

 With a business based primarily on referrals and repeat clients, our team felt that a "boutique-type" firm such as First Choice Realty would be the perfect fit for our style of business with its personalized style of practice.  At First Choice Realty, we prefer to "Make a customer, not just a sale".

 As the real estate industry has become very fragile over the last few years, we discovered that our clients were seeking more personalized service with their many different needs that came about from the changes in the industry. Buyers are now faced with many more challenges in obtaining loans - which in turn requires more hands-on guidance and help from their Realtor.  Vacation property owners are seeking other options with property management services. Sellers need more direct attention and guidance with pricing strategies, staging, home improvements, and continuous information about the market conditions throughout the listing period.  Clients want to know that the whole firm is working for them.

 With the boutique-style firm at First Choice Realty, here's the difference you will see:

  •  A philosophy of "Your listings, your leads" which means that the leads that come into the office for your home will go directly to your listing agent instead of the floor duty agent.  After all, your listing agent is the agent who is most knowledgeable about your home and will have the best chance at selling your home. 
  • An office filled with real practitioners in the real estate industry, who understand the needs of investors.  Together, the 9 Realtors of First Choice Realty own over 125 investment properties of all types, i.e. residential single family homes, vacation condos, apartment buildings, commercial buildings, etc.
  • Warm office environment with a serene and peaceful setting with a view of Lake Hamilton.
  • In-house builder known for first-class architecture and construction.
  • Property management services for our current clientele of vacation homeowners
  • Leaders promoting "entrepreneurship" among the Agents of the firm, with a support and encouragement of advanced education in the industry as well as support and promotion of Independent Professionals.
  • Close-knit group of top producers in the industry.
  • Professionals with advanced knowledge and education in marketing skills and techniques.

 First Choice Realty has established an unrivaled customer service experience.  If you're in the area, we welcome you to drop by to see us anytime at 4915 Central Avenue, Hot Springs, Arkansas.  Or feel free to give us a call at 501.655.6247 (Jeff) or 501.276.4446 (Debi) or visit us online at www.BestofHotSprings.com

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Jeff & Paulia Kennedy and Debi Jones

Hot Springs 1st Choice Realty  -  135 Mall  -  Hot Springs, AR  71913

501.655.6247 Jeff  -  501.276.4446 Debi

www.BestofHotSprings.com

 


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05/05/2010
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50 Inexpensive Tips to Dramatically Increase the Value of Your…
02/26/2010
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A FORMULA FOR DISASTER IN A FRAGILE MARKET PLACE:
02/08/2010
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Very much agree with this article! We must all work together to get the housing market back in order. Via Paula Hathaway (Prudential Douglas Elliman Real Estate) : OVER PRICING HOMES = HIGH INVENTORY + LESS SALES + DESPERATE SELLERS = CONTINUED… more
Has Housing Reached A Turning Point Or A Point Of No Return?
01/12/2010
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01/01/2010
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Wonderful post, and great advice!!! Best Wishes for an awesome 2010 to all!!! Via Janet Guilbault California Mortgage Banker/Broker : We will remember 2009 as the year everyone was CRABBY and CUSTOMER SERVICE sucked. This was the year that… more
Beware the photos you use!
12/30/2009
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Great article!!! Via Michael Cole (CPG Tours) : I’ve seen different articles and posts about photos rights, and people using photos from a previous listing or another agent. Some people think their MLS has rights to any photos in their system,… more
6 Reasons why your house won't sell.
08/20/2009
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Couldn't have said it any better! Via Alan May, Coldwell Banker Evanston Realtor, North Shore Realtor (Evanston Real Estate, Evanston, IL) : 1. Your photos are unimpressive. The vast majority of home buyers start their search for a home on the… more
5 Reasons for Firing A Client
07/31/2009
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This blog is right on target!!! Via Larry Easto (Real Estate Marketing Link) : In challenging markets… like the one we currently face… it's difficult to find new clients. Why would you even consider firing a client? Purely and simply, even the… more
The Swing of the Pendulum… What Borrowers need to know
06/03/2009
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Thought this blog was so true & very well written! Via James Downing - REALTOR®, GRI, ABR - DC Real Estate (Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage) : As we all know - in years past; just about anyone could get a mortgage. Of course there were… more