agent: Tips to survive in a down market - 08/02/08 09:59 PM
I have only been in real estate to know what a down market is. The broker I started with lost my real estate application to send to the DRE for three months, so I ended up missing the end of the Great Central Valley Seller's Market. I can't wait for the market
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agent: Finding your niche - 05/22/08 10:25 AM
Many Realtors are having a hard time. In my area it is not uncommon for a Realtor not to have sold a house for the entire year. Many Realtors have not adapted to the change in environment and have abandoned the industry altogether. However it does not have to be that
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agent: Get the highest price on a property in a Buyer's Market - 05/16/08 09:55 AM
In the current buyer's market that many Realtors across the country are facing, homes prices are falling very fast. A home that sold for $350,000 two years ago is now selling for about half that in Modesto at roughly $200,000. So what techniques can you use to make your property stand
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agent: Welcome Beverly Eagle-Rodriguez - 03/30/08 09:12 PM
Hi Everyone, Matthew Zgonc here and I just wanted to take this moment to introduce Beverly Eagle-Rodriguez to the Active Rain Network. She is a Realtor at the ERA Village ONE Office in Modesto and is a rising star to real estate. She and I started at the office at around the
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agent: Consumers: Qualities of a Good Buyer's Agent - 03/18/08 02:03 PM
There are tons of real estate agents out there. Many people are innundated with the choice as to which agent to choose when buying a home . Here are some hints for the consumer to realize the difference between an average and a great agent: 1. The agent will present to you a
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agent: Are you being innovative? - 03/13/08 11:57 AM
With a possible recession looming over the horizon and dismal sales in many parts of the country, some Realtors are thriving. How can this be? What are they doing that is different than other Realtors who are leaving the business? The answer is simple, they are being innovative! They are doing various
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agent: Consumers: Are you considering a short sale? - 03/12/08 04:16 PM
Many people are in the situation where their home is actually worth quite a bit less than what they purchased it for. When they bought the home, they were told that refinancing it would be no problem and that they did not have to worry about the bubble bursting in that
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agent: Finding out what a person wants in a home. - 03/11/08 11:28 AM
I have found through experience that the most essential thing a Realtor can do is find out the specifics a person is looking for in a home. It is essential that you listen when a person tells you that they need a 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home at the very least.
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agent: Introducing Constance Robinson - 03/07/08 09:10 AM
I just wanted to introduce Constance Robinson from ERA Village One Real Estate to the Newbie group. She has been in the industry for many years and is a multi-million dollar agent (Realtor). She is also the lead agent and office manager for my office and actually was the one that
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agent: You got the House!!! Oh Sorry You Didn't!!! - 03/06/08 11:55 AM
I have encountered a situation recently that really has me concerned and would appreciate your input on this. I made a bid on a short sale property in Manteca and a week later received a counteroffer from the agent stating that the hot tub wasn't staying and that the property was a short
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agent: Steps for Obtaining a Home - 03/05/08 10:22 AM
There are many people out there that see houses for sale and want to buy a home, but do not totally understand the process to obtain one. They call the Realtor whose home is for sale, but have no idea where to really begin. The first thing a person needs to do
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agent: How to sell a home in a Buyer's Market in Modesto or Your Area! - 03/04/08 10:11 AM
I have had the great fortune lately of being in the middle of a tremendous bidding war for houses. Buyers have a wonderful opportunity to buy in this market. They are all looking for a deal and many people are looking for an all out steal. With home prices changing fairly
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agent: Do you know your neighborhoods? - 02/29/08 10:00 AM
Customers are looking for Realtors or real estate agents that are knowledgeable in their field. One of the main things that they are looking for is your knack of knowing the different aspects of each neighborhood. By having the knowledge of different neighborhoods you are able to help them find an
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agent: Introduction to group - 02/16/08 12:20 PM
I wanted to introduce myself to the Learn How to be a Top Producing Listing Agent Group. I am Matthew Zgonc and I am a reator from Modesto, CA. I am primarily a listing agent, but do have buyers as well. I have been in the industry for about 2 years
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agent: Introduction to group - 02/16/08 12:09 PM
Hi! I am Matthew Zgonc. I wanted to introduce myself tothe Agents Who Want Referrals Group. I have been a Realtor for a few years and have been established in different systems. I try yo incorporate the best of these and apply them into my business. I have many contacts that
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agent: Introduction REO group - 02/16/08 11:57 AM
I just wanted to introduce myself to the REO group. I have been working with REO's for a while now, with most of my work providing BPO's for various companies. I feel that I will be a good contributor to this group and will respect the code that has been established.
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agent: Introduction - 02/16/08 11:44 AM
I just wanted to take this opportunity to introduce myself to the photography group. I am a realtor in Modesto, CA, who loves photography and wants to learn more about taking good, quality pictures. I believe that good pictures can be the difference between a good listing and a great one.
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agent: Creekside Neighborhood - 02/06/08 04:31 PM
When it comes to neighborhoods in Modesto, most people know Del Rio, Village One, and Dutch Hollow, which are some of the most prestigious neighborhoods. However most people do not know about probably the best kept secret in Modesto, known as Creekside. This area is located in South East Modesto, between Claus and
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agent: Localism: Is it important? - 01/31/08 04:32 PM
I have seen many people inquire about Localism is and how to post listings to it and do people really go out there. To post listings or blogs to Localism all you have to do is write a blog on active rain and include the listing and data using html, then at
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agent: Property Taxes: Based upon an outdated value? - 01/29/08 04:04 PM
In many areas, such as Florida, California and Seattle, mortages obtained during the height of the sub-prime loan debacle are higher than what the home is currently worth in todays market. So what can be done about it? First of all, there is hope out there for people who are being over-taxed. If you
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