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Attention South Florida Realtors. Become a Short Sales Specialist!

2008-07-08T02:06:03Z

Become a Short Sales Specialist!

This is a wonderful opportunity for those Realtors who understand the Short Sale market is extremely lucrative.

The need for Realtors in this field is in High Demand.

At Florida List For Less Realty,Inc. and The Scott Daniels Real Estate Group, we`re working diligently with major lenders in assisting with both the listing and selling of these "Short Sale" properties.

Qualified leads supplied daily.

Our technicians have developed a system where the entire "Loss Mitigation" process has been streamlined and geared towards immediate closing dates.

Training supplied.

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Why do some Agents have a hard time understanding "The Telephone is the Lifeline of success?"

2008-07-07T05:31:58Z

The 4th of July was very hectic for myself and our staff of Realtors.

Holidays are a perfect time for people to look at Real Estate.
With a long weekend potential buyers have the opportunity to view homes of interest.

I don`t know about you,but i look forward to these holidays as a positive not negative.
Yesterday, someone was complaining about their telephone ringing and how her clients "Had no consideration towards her", this agent felt these people were annoying her long weekend.
I had to laugh. In case this agent forgot the "Telephone is our lifeline of success". The more it rings the more opportunities we as Realtors have of applying our trade.

There are "Motivational Speakers" who claim you should conduct you`re Real Estate business like a Doctor or Attorney, you should only answer the telephone from the hours of 12:00-1:00PM and from 5:00-6:00PM. What happens in between?
People call Realtors based on shear motivation, simply put "They`re looking to speak to someone immediately, they don`t want to wait around for someone to call them back!"

In case you haven`t noticed many "Top Producers" have done away with those fancy 800`s number`s because they`ve lost tons of potential business.

Many finally realized the clients want to have "Human Contact" and learn about a home rather than hearing a recording.
If you`re having issues answering the telephone on holidays,maybe it`s time to reevaluate why you`re actually in the business.

This is a service oriented business where answering a telephone is part of the cost of doing business..

Why do some Agents have a hard time understanding "The Telephone is the Lifeline of success?"

Why are you pressuring the client into buying a home?

2008-07-06T07:01:50Z

I spent several hours with a very nice couple seeking to purchase their first home together.
They came to me as a referral. They`ve been looking at houses for a few weeks and felt pressured by their former Realtor who kept insisting they place offers on a few homes they viewed.
The Realtor at one point flatly refused to take them to any other homes because "They`ve seen enough" according to the couple.
Rule #1: Never ever pressure a client in deciding what home is right for them!
People select a home based on what they want, not what you want!
Therefore, insisting that a has seen enough places a wedge between you and you`re client.

Back to the couple.We`ve zeroed in on a few area`s they really like. They decided to look again with me on Monday afternoon.
They were pleased that I never once pressured them into making a decision.

Why are you pressuring the client into buying a home?

Best Pizza in Broward County Florida.

2008-07-05T15:29:37Z

Pembroke Pines Florida Homes For Rent. Week of July 5th, 2008

2008-07-05T08:35:40Z

ML Number	I#	Status	Area	Address	List Price	Rent Period	Furn?	#Beds	#FB	#HB	SqFt LivAr	Style	Year Built	#Gar	Subdivision Name
H845920	0	A	3980	525 SW 146TH TE # 525	2,200	Y	U	3	2	1	2261	R70	2006	2	cobblestone
H846453	7	A	3180	2400 NW 102ND WY	2,200	M	U	3	2	1	1963	R60	1979	2	WOODBRIDGE 93-28 B
F929296	16	A	3980	19268 NW 12TH ST	2,200	Y	U	3	2	1	2441	R60	1995	2	CHAPEL COVE
H848874	10	A	3180	13041 NW 12TH ST	2,200	M	U	3	2	0	1984	R60	1999	2	PEMBROKE FALLS - HERITAGE
D1269307	9	A	3980	310 NW 151ST AV # 211-6	2,200	M	U	4	2	1	2053	R60	1996	2	TOWNGATE 156-11 B A POR P
F930944	5	A	3980	1234 NW 168TH AVENUE	2,200	Y	U	4	2	0	2196	R60		2	PEMBROKE ISLES
H847273	2	A	3980	531 NW 159 AVE	2,200	Y	P	4	2	1	0	R60			MAHOGANY WAY
H846652	8	A	3180	6210 SW 195TH AV	2,199	Y	U	4	2	1	0	R60		2	LAGUNA ISLES
H848800	11	A	3980	16338 SW 2ND DR	2,175	M	U	4	2	0	2631	R60	1997	2	Pembroke Shores
N260726	7	A	3980	19256 NW 12TH ST	2,150	Y	U	3	2	1	2441	R60		2	AMERITRAIL
F937243	0	A	3980	15632 SW 16TH ST	2,150	M	U	3	2	0	1774	R60	1994	2	HOLLYWOOD LAKES COUNTRY C
F935193	0	A	3290	6744 SW 195TH AV	2,150	M	U	4	2	1	2366	R60		2	LAGUNA ISLE
F920101	11	A	3980	1114 NW 175TH AV	2,100	Y	U	3	2	1	2055	R60		2	SILVER LAKES AT PEMBROKE
N260137	2	A	3290	6664 SW 194TH AV	2,100	M	U	3	2	0	2094	R60		2	PART OF
N260244	0	A	3980	13070 NW 5TH ST	2,100	Y	U	3	2	0	1374	R70		1	PEMBROKE FALLS PHASE POR
F929564	1	A	3180	7772 NW 18TH ST	2,100	M	U	3	2	1	2020	R60	2002	2	WALNUT CREEK
M1238317	16	A	3980	1088 SW 144 # 801	2,100	Y	U	3	2	1	1666	R70	2008	0	PEMBROKE CAY
M1241774	11	A	3980	15734 24TH ST	2,100	M	U	3	2	1	1835	R60	1999	2	AKA
M1245927	0	A	3980	16521 NW 22ND ST	2,100	Y	U	3	2	0	1418	R60		2	PARKSIDE AT SPRING VALLEY
F940772	0	A	3890	15132 NW 7TH CT # 45	2,100	M	U	3	2	1	1642	R70	1997	1	TOWNGATE 156-11 B A POR P
M1226167	14	A	3980	18948 NW 23RD PL	2,100	M	U	4	2	0	1957	R60	1999	2	KEYSTONE LAKES
H847077	0	A	3980	1051 NW 190TH AV	2,100	M	U	4	3	0	2104	R60	1993	2	CHAPEL TRAIL II 112-16 B
H847387	0	A	3180	930 SW 88TH TE	2,100	M	U	4	2	1	3656	R60			CINNAMON PLACE V 132-47 B
M1236204	13	A	3980	16744 NW 12TH CT	2,095	M	U	3	2	0	2196	R60		2	PEMBROKE ISLES/SANCTUARY
M1213007	11	A	3990	15802 NW 4TH ST	2,050	M	U	3	2	1	1770	R60	1999	1	PEMBROKE PINES REGIONAL
F925670	0	A	3180	2137 NW 142ND WY	2,050	M	U	3	2	0	1657	R60		2	TROPIC ISLES
R2911556	9	A	3980	320 Sw 190th	2,000		U	3	2	0	1963	R60		0	ESTANCIA
D1259317	8	A	3180	7479 NW 17TH DR	2,000	Y	F	3	3	1	1938	R61		2	WALNUT CREEK REPLAT NO 1
M1229004	16	A	3980	797 151ST AV	2,000	Y	U	3	2	1	1941	R70	1998	1	TOWNGATE 156-11 B A POR P
D1285362	16	A	3980	15750 NW 16TH CT	2,000	Y	U	3	2	0	1742	R60	1999	2	canary bay
F930297	0	A	3180	8905 NW 10TH ST	2,000	M	U	4	2	0	2249	R60	1982	2	WESTVIEW
F939501	2	A	3980	18248 SW 3RD ST	1,975	M	U	4	3	0	2213	R60		2	SILVER LAKES-COCONUT COVE
H846884	10	A	3980	1900 NW 193RD AV	1,950	M	U	3	2	1	1997	R60		2	CHAPEL TRAIL II 112-16 B
H848623	0	A	3180	11761 SW 9TH CT	1,925	Y	U	3	2	0	1755	R60	1989	2	PEMBROKE LAKES SOUTH 119-
F938847	0	A	3180	14315 NW 14 STREET	1,900	Y	U	3	2	0	1554	R60		2	Pelican Trace
H848503	10	A	3980	20759 NW 3RD CT	1,900	M	U	3	2	1	2000	R60	1992	2	CHAPEL TRAIL RE
M1247013	6	A	3980	20875 NW 20TH ST	1,900	Y	U	3	2	0	1667	R60	1999	2	CHAPEL TRAIL II 112-16 B
M1244827	0	A	3990	16507 NW 3RD ST	1,900	Y	U	4	2	1	2017	R60		2	WESTFORK 1
F939243	0	A	3180	239 NW 107TH AV	1,875	Y	U	3	2	1	2255	R60	1995	1	PEMBROKE POINTE
M1231028	15	A	3980	767 SW 158 TR	1,850	M	F	3	2	0	1600	R60	1994	0	LAS VERDES CONDO
F939161	3	A	3980	15826 SW 11TH ST	1,850	Y	U	3	2	1	1686	R70		2	COURTYARDS/GRANDPALMS
M1244253	8	A	3980	347 NW 159TH AV	1,825	Y	U	3	2	0	1574	R60		2	Governor Run
D1270087	0	A	3980	20833 NW 3RD CT	1,800	M	U	3	2	1	1511	R70	1999	1	CHAPEL TRAIL II 112-16 B
M1240137	12	A	3180	9921 SW 16TH ST	1,800	M	U	3	2	1	1643	R60		1	FOUR PALM LAKES AT PEMBRO
F939216	6	A	3980	561 NW 205TH AV	1,800	M	U	3	2	0	1625	R60		2	CHAPEL TRAIL RE
H848682	1	A	3980	18821 NW 22ND ST	1,800	Y	U	3	2	1	1567	R60			CHAPEL TRAIL II 112-16 B
D1256856	0	A	3180	151 NW 72ND TE	1,800	Y	U	4	2	0	1508	R60		0	BOULEVARD HEIGHTS
H846672	8	A	3180	7121 SW 6TH ST	1,800	M	U	4	2	0	1652	R60	1965	1	BOULEVARD

Potential Fireworks between "Buyer and Seller`s".

2008-07-05T06:23:55Z

It`s the 4th of July and it`s a great day to celebrate our independence.
People are enjoying themselves swimming,BBQ`ing,relaxing and maybe some drinking!
We received a call from a Realtor who wants showing instructions for our listing.
The agent tells us their client is only in town for two days.
We call our client, confirm the listing appointment for the afternoon and go about our business of enjoying a day off.

Three hours later I receive a call from our client,the potential buyers are standing outside their house, without the Realtor in tow!
I ask to speak to the buyers and find out where the agent is.
The clients seem confused.
They`ve been viewing homes for the past two hours without an agent!
They don`t quite understand all the fuss.
The Conversation is as follows:

Out of town`ers: Our agent was too busy to join us. They gave us Lock Box combos and told us to knock on home where the owners are home.
Me: You don`t see anything wrong with this?
Out of Town`ers: Why no! We`re in town for a few more days and we`re just looking.
Me: The owners were instructed never to open a door without a Realtor accompanying the client.
Out of Town`ers: It`s no Big Deal, we`ll leave.

I guess to these potential buyers it`s not such a Big Deal.

Tomorrow, I`ll be calling the Broker in charge of the agent who gave these nice folks showing instructions to find out what the heck is going on!

Potential Fireworks between "Buyer and Seller`s".

Motivation is contagious.Every office needs a Buzz!

2008-07-04T05:32:39Z

I was paid the highest compliment from another Broker the other day.
The Broker stopped by to deliver Condo Docs and observed our staff of Realtors on the telephone assisting clients.
They looked at our board noticed in a slow market we`re busy with sales.
The Broker pulled me aside and asked "How do you motivate your agents to work like this,what`s your secret?"

I thought about it and it hit me!
"Motivation is Contagious" it starts from the top and works it`s way down.
Our Realtors constantly see we`re running around 6.5 days a week, 16 hours a day,developing and generating new leads.
They see me network each day for potential business. In turn the Realtors want to succeed because they see it can be done. You don`t need to pay a Guru to teach you something about selling. All you need is the knowledge of knowing it takes hard work!
We have a system in place where our agents receive qualified leads each and everyday.
I only ask one thing. "When you enter our office, you come to work, not to play".
Simply put "What goes on in your private life doesn`t effect your business life". Many have a hard time separating the two.

Selling Real Estate isn`t easy, nor is motivating you`re staff of Realtors as many of you know, but someone has to set the example!

Motivation is contagious.Every office needs a Buzz!

In search of a Chicago Style Hot Dog in South Florida.

2008-07-03T06:27:07Z

There are a wealth of restaurants in South Florida from Asian to Cuban, the food is always great!

Yet, it`s almost impossible to locate a good old fashion "Chicago Style Hot Dog" with all the fixings.

My daughter and I are taking the afternoon off and plan on going to two different "Hot Dog" stands today to see who has the better "Dog"..The tradition of searching for "Good Eats" began with my Dad who loved "Cheese Steaks", we traveled all over the East Coast making it our business to know the best spots to eat.

It`s always the little things that keeps a family together..:)

We`re driving to Stuart today to visit a client while there we`ll be heading to Pusateri's Chicago Pizza and hot Dogs.

Our next stop will be closer to home we`ll head over to "Hot Dog Heaven in Fort Lauderdale to determine who will win.

It should be a fun day for the both of us,combining business with old fashion pleasure.

I can`t wait for our first bite....

Happy 4th of July!

If you clean it, I`m positive it will sell... Our "Field of Dreams Story"....

2008-07-03T05:29:48Z

In the movie Field of Dreams the motto was "If you build it they will come".
It`s the same with a home in a competitive market.
Our new motto when selling a home is "If you clean it,they will come", actually came true yesterday for our client.The home has been listed twice, and has been on the market for over a year.

The home is priced to sell, yet it has remained on the market for no reason,except one!

The home is located in Homestead, it was in dire need of a good cleaning.
The seller refused to believe it, in fact they fought with us over this issue.
Sometimes, it`s easier to take things into your own hands.
Rather than debate the client we contacted a cleaning service who did a fantastic job in cleaning the home "Top to Bottom", they scrubbed the floors, cleaned the dust from the window sills,every chair and table wiped clean. The home now is presentable for people to view.

The seller called last night "Thanking Us" for undertaking a job they couldn`t.

Just like the movie, i`m hoping people will arrive and place an offer on the home now that it`s ready to be shown!

If you clean it, I`m positive it will sell...

Florida List For Less Realty,Inc. Active Listings week of July 1st,2008.

2008-07-02T06:56:03Z

ML#	PropType	I#	Status	Area	List Price	Address	City	County	YrBlt	List Date	ADOM	Sale Price
H847351	RNT	4	A	3020	1,795	1141 SE 6TH AV	DANIA	BROWARD	2006	6/2/2008	30
H848750	RNT	5	A	3050	1,600	2826 TAYLOR ST	HOLLYWD	BROWARD		7/1/2008	1
H848753	RNT	7	A	3050	1,600	2446 FILLMORE ST	HOLLYWD	BROWARD		7/1/2008	1
H843778	RIN	3	A	3332	230,000	1213 NE 5TH ST	POMPANO	BROWARD	1953	3/22/2008	102
H842179	RE2	8	A	3180	129,000	1000 SAINT CHARLES PL # 604	PEMBPINE	BROWARD	1980	2/23/2008	130
H841362	RE2	6	A	3180	136,000	815 SW 113TH WY # 815	PEMBPINE	BROWARD	1988	2/8/2008	145
H839710	RE2	4	A	3180	152,000	7981 S FRENCH DR # 2-203	PEMBPINE	BROWARD	1977	1/14/2008	170
H841080	RE2	4	A	3190	135,000	2241 S SHERMAN CR # 203	MIRAMAR	BROWARD	2006	2/4/2008	149
H847504	RE2	0	A	3550	270,000	3251 NW 44TH ST # 4	OAKPARK	BROWARD	1995	6/5/2008	27
H842625	RE2	5	A	3560	63,000	3700 NW 21ST ST # 204	LAUDLAKE	BROWARD	1983	2/28/2008	125
H842543	RE2	1	A	3560	63,000	3700 NW 21ST ST # 411	LAUDLAKE	BROWARD	1984	2/28/2008	125
H842624	RE2	4	A	3560	63,000	3700 NW 21ST ST # 304	LAUDLAKE	BROWARD	1983	2/29/2008	124
H842623	RE2	1	A	3560	105,000	3610 NW 21ST ST # 201	LAUDLAKE	BROWARD	1983	2/29/2008	124
H842621	RE2	1	A	3560	105,000	3600 NW 21ST ST # 301	LAUDLAKE	BROWARD	1988	2/29/2008	124
H844967	RE2	3	A	3642	159,000	1611 S CORAL TE # 1611	NLAUDER	BROWARD	1987	4/15/2008	78
H847264	RE2	4	A	3650	225,000	5720 ROCK ISLAND RD # 380	TAMARAC	BROWARD	2000	6/1/2008	31
H845299	RE2	0	A	3750	67,000	2962 NW 55TH AV # 108	LAUDHILL	BROWARD	1981	4/22/2008	71
H848744	RE2	3	A	3780	139,900	6659 SW 41ST PL # 38	DAVIE	BROWARD	1985	6/25/2008	7
H845107	RE2	6	A	3820	139,000	7435 WOODMONT TE # 105	TAMARAC	BROWARD	1985	4/17/2008	76
H842579	RE2	5	A	3860	199,000	208 WIMBLEDON LAKE DR # 21459	PLANTATN	BROWARD	1977	2/29/2008	124
H845105	RE1	7	A	22	260,000	1721 NE 147 ST	MIAMI	DADE	1952	4/17/2008	76
H846244	RE1	3	A	50	225,000	11101 SW 153 ST	MIAMI	DADE	1980	5/10/2008	53
H848558	RE1	5	A	3050	208,000	2826 TAYLOR ST	HOLLYWD	BROWARD	1956	6/26/2008	6
H848561	RE1	7	A	3050	208,000	2446 FILLMORE ST	HOLLYWD	BROWARD	1966	6/26/2008	6
H848353	RE1	6	A	3050	248,842	2924 PLUNKETT ST	HOLLYWD	BROWARD	1967	6/23/2008	9
H845773	RE1	9	A	3180	239,000	11728 NW 12TH ST	PEMBPINE	BROWARD	1987	5/1/2008	62
H842645	RE1	5	A	3180	255,000	320 SW 69TH TE	PEMBPINE	BROWARD	1967	3/2/2008	122
H844984	RE1	5	A	3180	259,000	7611 NW 15TH ST	PEMBPINE	BROWARD	1970	4/15/2008	78
H848180	RE1	8	A	3190	209,000	6425 SW 23RD ST	MIRAMAR	BROWARD	1956	6/19/2008	13
H838834	RE1	7	A	3190	300,000	5051 SW 150TH AV	MIRAMAR	BROWARD	1998	########	187
H846193	RE1	11	A	3190	309,903	4228 SW 134TH AV	MIRAMAR	BROWARD	2004	5/7/2008	56
H845937	RE1	6	A	3200	329,999	10234 SW 58TH ST	COOPERCI	BROWARD	2001	5/5/2008	58
H846211	RE1	3	A	3470	195,000	1954 RIVERSIDE DR	FORTLAUD	BROWARD	1958	5/7/2008	56
H848505	RE1	5	A	3522	295,900	2818 NW 52ND TE	MARGATE	BROWARD	1982	6/26/2008	6
H848513	RE1	6	A	3631	274,500	3121 NW 72ND AV	MARGATE	BROWARD	1992	6/26/2008	6
H838211	RE1	6	A	3632	285,000	7615 SUNFLOWER DR	MARGATE	BROWARD	1988	########	203
H843613	RE1	2	A	3730	103,000	4808 NW 45TH AV	TAMARAC	BROWARD	1980	3/19/2008	105
H848414	RE1	6	A	3850	259,000	3212 NW 104TH AV	SUNRISE	BROWARD	1986	6/24/2008	8
H845053	RE1	3	A	3860	269,000	10530 SUNSET STRIP	SUNRISE	BROWARD	1976	4/16/2008	77
H842102	RE1	9	A	3980	210,000	913 SW 179TH AV	PEMBPINE	BROWARD	1996	2/21/2008	132

Like Road Rage it seems Active Rage is taking it`s toll on some.

2008-07-02T06:00:20Z

With 95,000 members,and a plethora of others who visit Active Rain it`s only normal to have a few "Odd Balls", who seem to have what i deem "Active Rage".

Like Road Rage, where people lose all self control on the road and believe they`re in a "Race for the Finish Line", it only seems appropriate "Active Rage" would oneday appear.

Active Rage can be defined as those readers who for whatever reason decide they want to continuously take "Pot Shots" at you by either calling you names or by attacking you on the forum or in extreme cases over the telephone.
Some take it to the extreme, where they feel compelled to call you and tell you what they think! No big deal,except when you use profanities!

There are a few chronics who feel since we`re accessible to the public we should be accessible to them as well.

Yesterday I wrote "Seller objects to a $900 settlement with lenders! Blames everyone for "Not doing their job".. "

This story seems to have hit home with a few readers.
Some took the time to contact me via email taking the side of the seller, they felt they were correct in not taking any responsibility for their actions.They blamed the lenders for this mess,which is fine by me.

Another took the time to post twice accusing me of being indifferent to the client,not fully understanding what a "Short Sale" is or what our job was in completing the sale.
All fine and dandy!
Finally, we received a telephone call from a supposed reader who told me in no uncertain terms " I suck for taking the side of the lenders and how the lenders should "Go to Hell".

They felt with the economy in the doldrums, people have the right "NOT TO PAY", in fact they should have been able to "Stay Longer".
Everyone is entitled to an opinion, I have no issues with that. If you feel compelled to email or post, that`s fantastic.
However, I draw the line when someone actually calls me out on a telephone by spewing hatred.When self control goes out the window, it`s time to worry about the stability of others.
Active Rage is sweeping the Internet, I guess it`s a sign of the times.

Seller objects to a $900 settlement with lenders! Blames everyone for "Not doing their job"..

2008-07-01T05:36:34Z

One for the books! A Short Sale in which the lenders agree to allow the sale of a home, a closing which can be completed in 30 days and a seller who decides to balk at the fact they must concede to the lender s whopping fee of ,drum roll pleeaazeee of $900 dollars.

Worse, the seller called to blame me as well as the attorney representing them for, are you ready, "NOT DOING OUR JOBS"..

After living in a home for over 1 year our seller has to finally vacate. Not too happily I must confess. They seem to want to prolong this insanity,I guess if you could why not?
The seller hasn`t made a single mortgage payment to the lenders, now faced with the harsh reality of vacating and compromising to the lenders a $900 check, the seller takes the "HIGH ROAD" and lays blame,nice,huh?

The conversation is as follows:

Seller: You folks didn`t do you`re job! I`m disgusted with you and the attorney!
Me: Are you kidding? You`re off the hook with the lender, the sale is finalized, you owe the lender $900 and you walk!
Seller: I don`t want to pay anyone,nor do I have the money!
Me: You haven`t made a mortgage payment in over a year!
Seller: I haven`t worked in over a year as well.
Me: Who`s fault is that?!
Seller: I couldn`t find a job. I don`t have anywhere to go!? What do I do now?
Me: I`m sorry for you`re circumstance, it`s time to move on. I suggest you beg,borrow or steal for the $900 to clear your name!
Seller: Clear my name? I owe everyone!

That was it! A seller who refuses to work, a home we finally sold and $900 in payments to the lender the seller flatly refuses to pay!
Some days it`s not worth waking up! Yesterday was one of them...

Seller objects to a $900 settlement with lenders! Blames everyone for "Not doing their job"..

Don`t be Shy. Potential clients need to know you`re capable of selling their home..

2008-06-30T06:29:32Z

I`m a listing agent who averages 4-8 new listings per week.
Our clients reside all over the country and the world.Many I have never seen except through the net and telephone.
It`s crucial for them to locate an agent whom they have confidence in.
Selling a home in a slow market isn`t easy, nor is the interview process to gain their respect.
I like to send potential sellers a list of both "Active Sales and Closed Sales" as a reference guide for the client to see.

We`re proud of what we do, which is important for the client to know.
A person listing their home is entitled to view your references. It`s a way of showing them your abilities as a professional.
The initial interview is normally through email,therefore it`s important to supply the client with a list of activity you`re involved in each and everyday.

Our Internet business has doubled since last year and will probably do the same next year because of an evolving change in the market.

The Traditional Approach to listing and selling a home have changed in the last three years.
With more people searching the Internet you`re approach to addressing these clients must change as well.

Don`t be Shy. Potential clients need to know you`re capable of selling their home..

Presentation is crucial when showing you`re home!

2008-06-29T07:36:12Z

We showed a listing yesterday in Margate,Florida. The home was situated on a golf course with outstanding views of the lake.

The home is priced right, yet has remained on the market for 15 months, why?
The home is filthy from the floors,walls,kitchen,bedrooms and windows.
Apparently, the sellers don`t see it, nor does the agent.
Our client took one look and within two minutes decided to leave.
In a tight market you have to insure you`re home is clean.

Presentation is key!

Whether it`s staging, or simple cleaning, a clean home sells, a dirty one won`t.
The agent called me two hours later asking "Why the buyer left so fast".

I truly didn`t have the heart to tell them why.

Search Homes For Rent in Cooper City,Florida.

2008-06-28T15:52:58Z

ML Number	I#	Status	Area	Address	List Price	Rent Period	Furn?	#Beds	#FB	#HB	SqFt LivAr	Style	Year Built	#Gar	Subdivision Name	Pool?
F921632	16	A	3200	11675 BERRY DR	2,500	M	U	4	2	0	2000	R60	1987	2	ROCK CREEK	Y
H847314	16	A	3200	11710 BERRY DR	2,500	Y	U	4	2	1	2528	R60	1987	2	ROCK CREEK	Y
H845365	6	A	3200	2517 BOGOTA AVEWOW*	2,400	Y	U	3	2	1	0	R60	1992	2	REGENTS PARK	Y
H847244	16	A	3200	2830 LA PAZ AV	2,400	Y	U	3	2	0	2289	R60			EMBASSY LAKES	N
F927253	12	A	3200	5806 SW 89TH WY	2,399	Y	U	5	3	0	2061	R60			COUNTRY ADDRESS ENCORE 13	Y
D1283174	0	A	3200	5015 MADISON LAKES CIR # 5015	2,300	Y	F	3	3	1	2564	R70	2005	2	madison lakes	N
F936285	16	A	3200	11348 SW 58TH ST	2,200	Y	U	4	2	1	2070	R60	1988	2	FOREST LAKE 127-11 B	N
D1283404	14	A	3200	5311 SW 87TH AV	2,000	Y	U	3	3	0	1588	R60	1978	2	TIMBERLAKE FIRST	Y
R2923917	1	A	3200	10944 Neptune Drive	1,950		U	3	2	1	1500	R70		0	Embassy Courts	N
F937603	9	A	3200	9706 DARLINGTON PLACE	1,950	Y	U	3	2	1	1652	R70	2007	1	DARLINGTON PARK	N
H848368	10	A	3200	11950 SW 51ST ST	1,875	M	U	3	2	0	1786	R60		2	FLAMINGO GARDENS-PHASE TW	N
H848094	0	A	3200	2921 BOGOTA AVE	1,850	Y	U	3	2	1	1816	R60	1992	2	EMABSSY LAKES	N
H848019	6	A	3200	9729 SW 59TH ST	1,750	M	U	3	2	1	1826	R60	1989	2	THE COLONY AT STIRLING 12	Y
H846370	4	A	3200	10977 LONG BOAT DR	1,749	M	U	3	2	1	1638	R70		1	EMBASSY LAKES	N
F922802	15	A	3200	4936 SW 90TH WY	1,700	M	U	3	2	0	2344	R60		2	COOPER COLONY ESTATES	N
H846633	0	A	3200	10965 NEPTUNE DR	1,700	Y	U	3	2	1	1586	R60			EMBASSY LAKES	Y
H847814	7	A	3200	9700 SW 57TH ST	1,700	M	U	3	2	0	1153	R60	1985	0	COUNTRYSIDE WEST 114-11 B	N

Active Listings for Florida List For Less Realty,Inc. Week of June 21,2008.

2008-06-28T15:41:45Z

ML#	PropType	I#	Status	Area	List Price	Address	City	County	YrBlt	List Date	ADOM
H848558	RE1	5	A	3050	218,000	2826 TAYLOR ST	HOLLYWD	BROWARD	1956	6/26/2008	2
H848561	RE1	7	A	3050	218,000	2446 FILLMORE ST	HOLLYWD	BROWARD	1966	6/26/2008	2
H848353	RE1	6	A	3050	248,842	2924 PLUNKETT ST	HOLLYWD	BROWARD	1967	6/23/2008	5
H848505	RE1	5	A	3522	295,900	2818 NW 52ND TE	MARGATE	BROWARD	1982	6/26/2008	2
H848513	RE1	6	A	3631	274,500	3121 NW 72ND AV	MARGATE	BROWARD	1992	6/26/2008	2
H848414	RE1	6	A	3850	259,000	3212 NW 104TH AV	SUNRISE	BROWARD	1986	6/24/2008	4

Sellers Disclosures are there for a reason! Agent believes differently!

2008-06-28T05:10:25Z

Why do some Sellers believe "Disclosures don`t matter?"...

Hard to imagine, you execute a contract for purchase receive a "Sellers Disclosure" where it clearly states all appliances are in working condition.

That being mentioned you go ahead,do an inspection only to find out the "Washer, and Dishwasher" are broken.

You contact the Sellers Agent explain the situation andn the Agent acts like you`re making a "Big Deal" over nothing!

Worse, the agent believes the seller shouldn`t have to make any repairs..Nice,huh?

The Conversation is as follows;

Me: The Disclosure clearly states the Washer and Diswasher are in working condition.

Agent: Well, what can we do? The Seller won`t repair!

Me: If the seller refuses to make repairs or issue a credit, we`re going to walk!

Agent: What for?

Me: The buyer wants these items repaired, stop wasting time!

Agent: You can`t walk away from this transaction, so fast!

Me: The items need to be repaired immediately, the buyer is furious these items aren`t working.

Agent: I can`t believe you and your client are making a "BIG DEAL" over nothing!

The truth is these items are a "Big Deal" to our client ,they`re perfectly correct in their assumption in regards to the "Sellers Disclosure".

We`ve sent an "Addendum" asking for either a credit of $1000 or having these items repaired.

The next move is entirely up to the Seller and the agent who believes we`re "Making a Big Deal" over nothing!