Bzibee /Alison Creamer/

26 Things you did not know about me !

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 06:20:08 -0600

Brian Block was the inspiration for this . I do think he has a much better list but I intend to keep adding till I get to 100.

Born on Treasure Island in CA
Was a military brat
Love to Knit obsessed with Yarn ( but not good at it )
Youngest of 4 Girls
Was a Foster Kid ( still in touch with them too ! )
I love to organize my pantry ( sick I know )
I love to fold Laundry
I hate to Iron clothes
Love photography
Graduated from Live Oak High in Ca 1990
Hate to Fly in Planes Take off and touch down kill me
Love to Cruise
Love to Ski
Love to Rubberstamp (another terrible obsession)
Love to bargain shop
Wanted to be a teacher
Love to experiment with cooking (Asian is my favorite)
Happily married (Jimmy met when I was 20)
I have a purse fetish
Rode on a greyhound bus at 18 from Ca to VA ( it was horrible )
Would love to Live in NYC
I’m a super early riser 6 am is my favorite time of day
I love to watch Paranormal TV shows
Terrified of Needles (don’t ever want to see one again)
Get sick at the sight of blood
I love craft paper and designs (totally obsessed)

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia

Blogging over video

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 05:57:49 -0600

Hey you snazzy group of Agents (yes Im a great mood). Its Sunday morning and the house is quite and I have time to relax and ponder. I was wondering how media is changing our world and the way we do business. I keep telling the agents in the office that people want to be entertained. I think YOUTUBE has shaped my way of doing business. I posted a question about a year ago " what would you rather have an email or a video" and I was surprised that many replied they wanted an email over a video. See my problem is I hate to write, type, proof, spell and worry about grammar. Somehow I have a great way of communicating via Audio and Video. I prefer video over ALL forms of communication. I seriously cannot wait for Video phones to be the norm. New Media and Social Media is making an impact on who we connect with and how we connect. So what is your favorite NEW MEDIA method ? Im looking for inspiring ideas on communication and capturing the interest of the community.

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia

Using New Media not just Social Media

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 07:38:49 -0600

I think it is amazing how many people think Social Media is the only way togo these day. Places like FACEBOOK, MYSPACE, YOUTUBE, BRIGHTKITE TWITTER are all the rage and people are joining up in masses. SO what do you do after you join and what is Social Media compared to New Media ? Im clearly not an expert by any definition but I can say I get it I love it and Im looking to use it in any way possible. TO me Social Media is well Social its where you can meet talk and share with your friends or people you are trying to influence. It is VERY SOCIAL and transparent to the reader. I get accused of being to transparent sometimes. I was told by a family member to NEVER post that I actually drank a bottle of wine one night. ( NO its not often that happens) I use Social Media to personally connect with people. I want them to see me in real life and I want them to understand Im a person. I think the social networks allow you to be HUMAN to prospective clients. I have said many people can walk away from a big box store but they might not always walk away from a friend.

Now how do I define NEW MEDIA ? Its everything else that include social New media in my mind are PODCAST, YOUTUBE, TWITTER. interactive sites. Some of the social media sites are not only social but they can be human interface portals to get to know what your clients are thinking. Its like getting a pulse so you know what direction to take. Twitter is a great new media site. You can post very personal and social items but you can also use it to drive inbound links , share and track conversation globally. AMAZING !

If your in Hampton Roads and your wanting to understand NEW MEDIA visit http://newmediaconventions.com. Im helping to plan a large event and would love to have you attend

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia

What is your plan ?

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 20:05:25 -0600

I spent the day at a business planning session in Midlothian Va. I think my head is swimming with all the stats and numbers. I really need to get a handle on where business is going and where Im spending my money. Its been a great day and well worth the over night in Midlothian. Im feeling a bit overwhelmed about all that I need to do before the 1st of the year. Im looking at where business came in from and where Im spend money. Do you make a plan ? Everything you want to do in life needs a plan. What do you want to do in life and where do you want to go ? Its amazing how we go about life with out any directions. I think planning everything you can will help keep control your stress. I take time to plan meals , budgets, just about anything to alleviate the feel of loosing control. What plans are you willing to make to reduce stress in your life and business.

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia

Crossing company lines ( DO YOU )

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 19:56:42 -0600

Im sitting here in Richmond Va with an Owner of a Keller Williams Real Estate Company. YES I know Im a REMAX FRIST agent and I bet your thinking why is she there ? I was invited by Owner/Agent to come to the MREA Business planning session for Keller Williams. It took me a few days to think about it and ponder. I thought first will my broker and team mates think I have defected ? Then after a few days I felt WHO CARES ! Im an independent contractor and now one will pay my bills but me. I decided YES I will go to the session. Im so excited to have been asked and its a great opportunity to learn from others. I dont consider it defecting I actaully think its pretty wise of me to check out the other people and companies. You just never know they maybe the Silver bullet training we have all been looking for.

I think yes CROSS company lines take every education chance you can. Learn and rub elbows with as many agents seeking knowledge as you can. That I think it is THE SILVER BULLET we are all looking for.

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia

International Paper in Franklin to close up 1100 People lose their job

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 07:25:50 -0500

http://www.wavy.com/dpp/news/local_news/local_wavy_franklin_paper_mill_announcement_expected_20091022

Read the link above.

Wow Im thinking what is Franklin and the surrounding areas going to do ? My family has extended family that work at the paper plant and have started to get very concerned about what is going to happen to thier family and home. Im at a loss of thoughts at this point. I know the surrounding areas are going to be grossly effected by this. So with the 1100 losing their job what will that do in the ripple effect ? Great news Tim Kaine is promising to help but who is going to help the surrounding cites and the local stores who will have to close up shop. RICHMOND, Va. — Calling International Paper Co.’s plan to idle its Franklin plant “a deep blow” to Virginia, Gov. Timothy M. Kaine is promising help to the nearly 1,100 families affected by the closure. I hope this is not something that kill this little town. Places like Como, Courtland, Suffolk. are going to feel this as well. Kaine said Thursday that he would direct the Virginia Employment Commission to dispatch an economic crisis strike force to Franklin within the coming days. The world’s largest maker of cardboard box materials announced plans Thursday to cut 1,600 positions in four states as it brings capacity in line with sharply diminished demand. Besides the Franklin plant, the company plans to close plants in Albany, Ore., and Pineville, La. It also is permanently shutting down an idled mill in Valliant, Okla. SOURCE : http://blog.taragana.com/n/va-gov-vows-aid-to-1100-families-affected-by-international-papers-franklin-plant-closure-203983/

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia

Why are the little ones the hardest ?

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 06:45:31 -0500

Argh !!! Why oh why when you really want to help the people we perceive to need the help most does it end like this. I met buyer A via my webpage. Wonderful sweet buyer with a nature willing to do what it took to be a home owner. We set A up with X lender and got the loan approval go ahead. Now the fun part looking looking looking. It took several weeks to locate a home that was in tip top shape as buyer A was not able to do anything to the home and needed it move in ready. I was so happy when I was given the name and number of seller from someone on my team. I called I met the seller and it was a perfect match a home that would be renovated from top to bottom in a great area for 92k. Buyer A was on cloud 9 and so was I . We opted to extend the closing by 60 days to give seller the time to do all the things asked for. During the that time Lender X was starting to falter with the loan app and asked for more and more information. I even had them telling me they though buyer A was not who they were via photos on the ID. I also faced the challenge of Lender X wanting to force new loan guidelines on buyer A because we had not closed yet. I was jumping through hoop after hoop and so was buyer A. I was getting more and more ticked as Lender X just kept coming up with more and more things they wanted. We know this was going down hill like a speeding truck. I asked Seller would they extend the closing to allow the buyer to get the loan approval. TO my disbelief the seller did . We needed early possession now too because buyer A had given notice to the apartments 2 weeks prior AFTER the bank requested a 2nd appraisal and it came in at value. We had no reason to think up to that point we would not close this loan. To end the story here is were we are. 1. buyer had to find a home 2. seller was not able to give early possession 3. lender will most likely issue a loan denial today after 60+ days 4. Contract will be released today In 8 years I can count on one hand my contracts that have not closed. It really tics me off this was only 92 k COME ON People is what I wanted to say . I feel horrible for the buyer she had to scramble at the last minute to find a home and the seller is not left trying to sell a 2 bed 1 bath house in this market ! THANKS LENDER X !!!! ( company that is not the person ) You know I think we did what we could. The only regret is not switching companies faster to see if its Lender X or the loan ?

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia

Market Trends

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:36:07 -0500

Hampton Roads' Real Estate market is in good shape.

I'm a full time Realtor in the Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Suffolk sales market. I don't think Short sales and REO's are taking over the market. I do think there is a good inventory of homes to choose from of these types of homes but I also see a lot of traditional listings. Sellers are understanding the values and the market now and I think are getting used to offers that are asking for closing costs or price reductions.

If you're a buyer and you're still thinking asking yourself, "Is this the right time to buy?" I want you to consider this. The bottom may have been hit and sellers took about 1.5 years to say to themselves, "Hey, we are in a buyers' market." Really, it's like a perfect storm for you .

NOW is the time to BUY! With the credits, the flexible sellers, and the inventory, you might just find your DEAL of the century. It was only a few years ago that people where kicking themselves because they did not buy BEFORE the values sky rocketed.

Will you be sitting there again saying to yourself, I missed it again? I'd love to talk with you. My team has over 60 listings, many are steals, deals and bargains. Let's get you loan approved and into a home before the sellers' market returns!

Southside reports :

Active listings are above 2007 by 801, but down by 433 from 2008 levels. Listings are slowing, when the inventory drops you start to see a swing to the seller market. Demand goes up and prices do too.

Pending sales are up and settled sales are steady. I wonder if that is a reflection of all the short sales and REO's that still need to close?

Off market time increased by 12 days from 2008 and sold times increased by 13 days.
Membership for REIN is also down. I guess with the market, members might be looking at getting other jobs.

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia

Bayside

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:27:04 -0500

Great, will my property taxes rise again?

I'm 2 days behind in reading the newspaper so this may not be new to some readers. WHAT? RAISE TAXES!!!!! That's what I was thinking when I read that the city is looking to build or improve some Bayside centers. Projects to be included are an animal shelter and a Bayside recreation center. I thought, "Wow, there is a really nice rec center on First Court Road. I wonder how full it is? I wonder if it's so full they need a new one?" I have to admit the animal shelter might be a needed project but with these new buildings comes additional expenses, staff, utilities. I don't think they are going raise the tax then lower the tax once the projects are completed. I wonder, can't they find the money somewhere within the system already?

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia

FHA Loans and Shortsales

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 08:52:07 -0500

Did you know? If you are using FHA loans, you better be sure the home you have been eyeballing has been in the current owner's possession for at least 90 days. With all these short sales, investors are snapping them up and selling them within 30 days. When you walk into a vacant, updated home, always ask, "IS THIS A FLIP??!!!!" The last thing you want is to find out is that you cannot get your loan.

Here are some red flags to keep an eye for:

RED FLAG 1. The home is vacant and totally updated
RED FLAG 2. The seller is an LLC
RED FLAG 3. The name on the tax record and the person selling it are different. ASK!

Currently, you cannot even contract on the home within the 90 days of a new owner purchasing the home. The best you can do is on the 91st day, WRITE THE OFFER!
You can still do a loan application and know you are set but you cannot contract on the home.

I would love to talk with you about other options if you have to have that home!

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia

What does a Hampton Roads Realtor do all day?

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 18:11:50 -0500

What does a Hampton Roads realtor do all day?

STORY #1: Monday was a wonderful and wild day. I was thrilled to meet my new clients. Our day started at 9:30 so that we could review buyer disclosures and purchase contract information. Next, we moved onto the part every client loves, HOME SHOPPING!!! My clients chose 9 homes they wanted to see - 2 were under-contract and 2 were short-sales. I also decided that while we were in the area I might as well see what else was for sale. I pulled an additional 32 homes and we settled on 2 more to see. With the tour ready and 7 homes to see that day, we set off to Hickory. It's funny as it seems a bit like a goldilocks story. TOO BIG, TOO SMALL, JUST RIGHT! After getting to Upton Farms and viewing the homes, we narrowed it down to the best 2. We drove to the office and I suggested my client go get something to eat and give themselves a moment to catch their breath and relax while I pulled market values and started the paperwork. 45 minutes later, we started the offer. There are a few key questions: money, deposit, closing date, closing cost amount, and home inspection. After reviewing the final documents we were all satisfied. I scanned copies for the client and sent the agent the offer. NOW, WE JUST HAVE TO WAIT AND SEE WHAT HAPPENS.

STORY #2: I met with Mrs. Buyer for the 4th time this week. I have to say this client has my heart. Max sales price of about $98K and needs help with closing costs. It has been a hard battle finding anything in a community where Mrs. Buyer would feel safe in. THEN, THERE IT WAS!!!!! A brick home in distress and the seller is offering closing cost assistance!!!!! (LIGHTS SHINE, ANGELS SING) WE found it. Mrs. Buyer and I parted ways with a little bit of homework - I have to research what will help her with her offer on the house and she needs to research her solid loan options. I'm confident we'll be writing an offer today.

STORY #3: Even more on Monday....... I met with Mr. and Mrs. Buyers' family for the 4th time and get ready to set out for a 6 home tour. We started in Norfolk in a sweet brick ranch community. I pulled up and said, "WOW," this is it. I knew in my gut this was the right house. As we walked into the family room, I could see from their body language they felt into. 5 more homes that night and YES, we all agree the brick home in Norfolk is the one. Again we parted ways with some homework. I'm getting property values together and the buyer is ensuring this is the home they want. I think I'll be also making an offer on the home with them today as well.

STORY #4: Mr. and Mrs. Seller called to ask questions. Of course, with 20+ homes to show Monday there was no way I would be able to reply. So at 9 pm I made the call only to get an answering machine. I'm sure this will be 1st on the to do list today - call MR. AND MRS. SELLER!

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia

Will you be moving soon ? Here are some great tips

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 09:25:12 -0500

In the Virginia Pilot Living section today was a great moving list by Martha Stewart ( Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia) www.marthastewart.com.

Below I have retyped and summerized the content as well as added a few bits I think are helpfull during the process.

Six weeks before you move get in to the QUESTIONS MODE !!! Ask about who others have used for moving what there experience was like and look at pricing. Ask if the quotes are binding , and if this includes insurance. Lastly about 6 weeks out get a good 3 ring binder to collect all the data.

Five weeks before you move start looking at all your items room by room. Record, photograph or video your valuable items, you can also get them appraised in case there is damage.Start clearing out items you will not be packing and give to charity. Have a YARD SALE make some extra money. Ask the kids to get involved in the clearing of old or unwanted items.

Four weeks before you move STOCK UP boxes, tape, wrapping paper, labels, markers, box cutters, blankets. Ask grocery stores for boxes. Places like Costco sell bulk box's as well as Uhaul. Get color lables for the boxes to code rooms.

Three weeks before you move packing begins. Start with items you don't use everyday such as seasonal items, extra dishes and kitchen appliances, kids toys. Use color coding for each room so its easy to identify where they go in your new home. Call for utilities for the day after move out. Ask each member to hold out spcial items that might need to be found quickly and pack them in one box.

Two weeks before you move start to pack the bulk of your items, decorations, photos, wall decor. use color coding system or inventory list for each box so you can locate something quickly if you need to. Put all the list in your 3 ring binder. Fill out online address change forms at www.usps.com. Notify credit cards, banks and subscriptions of your new address. Through your own good bye party and ask the neighbors for help in packing ( YOU COULD TRY )

One week before you move create an information sheet for the movers, include OLD address NEW address, directions to the new house don't forget to include all your contact numbers. have payments ready for the movers. Pack a personal suitcase in case your moving long distance. Ensure all your personal documents such as birth certificates and SS cards are with you and not in the moving van.

Moving day, Walk through ENTIRE HOME look in cabinets draws and any enclosed areas don't forget the attic. Turn over keys to new owners or Real Estate agent. Verify someone will be at the new house when the movers arrive. Inventory items as your belongings come off the truck. Inspect for any damage before you sign a release ( bill of lading)

Its time to enjoy your new home. TEST all the appliances, plumbing, lighting , smoke detectors, and security systems.

Congratulations YOUR HOME !

Id love to help you find your new home. find Alison Creamer at www.bzibee.com

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia

Google Voice ?

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 14:59:08 -0500

I'd love to know who on activerain is using google voice ? I don't think I have it set up quite right but I choose a number I think would be easy 757-742-EASY I think that will be a number EASY to remember ! Id love to have some comments on using google voice and prose and cons.

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia

New Listing in Greenbrier ! Wonderful Townhome

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:11:03 -0500

www.917captainscourt.view24hours.com 2 Master suites 2.5 Baths Call for current price Home is listed with: REMAX FIRST 5511 Princess ann Rd Va beach , VA 23462

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia

Video your clients at closing or walk thru !

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:01:28 -0500

Im so lucky to have clients like Mrs Miller. I met her over 5 years ago. I stayed in touch and this is the result ! A happy happy client !

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia

Social Networking event in Hampton Roads

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 06:36:30 -0500

STOP !!!! Are you a business or a start up company in Hampton Roads ? Tired of spending money on markeitng you have no control over ?

New media conventions is here to help ! REGISTER TODAY !!!!!!

Agenda

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Check-in:

10:00 AM - 10:10 AM

Welcome:

10:10 AM - 10:40 AM
Social Media Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow
Keith Parnell, CEO, JASE Group Marketing & Advertising

Keynote:

10:40 AM - 10:50 AM

Break:

10:50 AM - 11:50 AM
The Role of Public Relations in Social Media
Michelle Rogerson, Owner, Reina Communications

(30-minute presentation by the speaker)
(30-minute Questions & Answers session with the speaker)

Session #1:

11:50 AM - 12:30 PM

Lunch Break:

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Successfully Monetizing Your Blog
Julie Maloney, Owner, Momspective

(30-minute presentation by the speaker)
(30-minute Questions & Answers session with the speaker)

Session #2:

1:30 PM - 1:40 PM

Break:

1:40 PM - 2:40 PM
How to Benefit from the Power of Google
Kurt Noer, Owner, Customer Magnetism

(30-minute presentation by the speaker)
(30-minute Questions & Answers session with the speaker)

Session #3:

2:40 PM - 2:50 PM

Break:

2:50 PM - 3:50 PM
Successful Social Media Marketing Campaign, 140 Characters at a Time
Renee Alexander Hamilton, Social Media Strategist, Operation Smile

(30-minute presentation by the speaker)
(30-minute Questions & Answers session with the speaker)

Session #4:

3:50 PM - 4:00 PM

Closing:

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Mixer / Networking:

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia

I love my Iphone 3G and Apple products

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 06:21:23 -0500

Flickr flickr Flickr

I am officially sucked in to APPLE ! I have a desktop a laptop and now the iphone.

My home has 4 ipods and many ipod accessories. So with all this laying around the house I got to thinking WOW these are GREAT business tools.

1. Create your home listing inventory slide show

2. The apps for the Iphone are amazing

3. Podcast your own show and let your clients listen

4 Download business pod-cast and learn on the go

5. My Mac pro helps me make amazing videos for Real Estate

I cannot say enough about how these tools have DE-STRESSED me and allowed me work more efficiently.

One question for Iphone user WHAT IS YOUR BEST APP for the phone !

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia

New Media Conventions for Hampton Roads Social Networking

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 06:35:11 -0500

Internet marketing sound appealing to your company? Do you live in the social

media space? Becoming a corporate sponsor for New Media Conventions is the

perfect opportunity to get the word out about your company to the social media

audience in Hampton Roads, VA.

New Media Co

New Media Conventions is a great opportunity to brand and expose your

organization to business owners, Vice Presidents, Directors, Managers, marketers

and decision-makers from a variety of industries throughout Virginia, North

Carolina, Washington DC, Maryland and West Virginia.

The word about New Media Co

The word about New Media Conventions is expected to reach over 250,000 people

localized around the Virginia Beach - Norfolk - Newport News, VA - NC metropolitan

area. Further social media interaction and Internet advertising such as email

announcements, Twitter tweets, Facebook, JASEzone, LinkedIn and FriendFeed

posts, Flickr photos, YouTube, Viddler and Vimeo videos, and other forms of com-

munication by the New Media Conventions advertising agency, speakers, affiliates,

New Media Conventions staff and convention attendees will push sponsor exposure

to over 500,000 people.

New Media Conventions welcomes you to become a part of the social media

experience in Hampton Roads.

Follow me on Twitter = Bzibee

Follow #NMC09 to hear all the buzz about what is happening

Send me an Email or call 757-652-8880 for more information

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia

Why I hate to blog

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 09:31:31 -0500

Okay here we go all the reasons I hate to blog !

1. SPELLING

2. FORMATTING

3. MAKING SENSE

4 GRAMMER

5 TO MANY THINGS TO BLOG ON

There you go I laid it all out on the line. I think I have ADD and I have a hard time getting all the thoughts together . Im not a very good blogger and the post seem to be very simple and to the point. I wish I could organize my thoughts better. I have tons of stuff to blog on. Im very active with Real Estate. Our team holds 40+ listings with in all price ranges . I could do a blog daily on the calls the promotions and the contracts. I closed 4 homes last month. I would be able to blog about how I met the client the process and the rewards and crises on each. I could blog about Social media and how it has given me a new edge. Im part of a social media class for hampton roads www.newmediaconventions.com. Just that little tid bit could give me tons of content to talk about. If you add in all the fun stuff I like to do like rubber stamping, Making movies and all the books I try to read the information is limitless. Really I think what stops me from blogging is just the fear of not coming across as an educated person. Really I am I just do so much better in PODCAST and Video than typing. So there you have WHY I DONT BLOG MORE ! I prefer video. I love to connect eye to eye with my audience. No worries on grammar spelling or how the words are being read. Its so much easier to convery feeling and context with a video.

No the part i hate the most PROOFING this stupid blog. Im sure I will miss something.

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia

Prepare for a listing

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Sun, 31 May 2009 07:34:06 -0500

How to compete for a listing in 2009

Saturday our team was asked to come interview for a new listing, of course we did all the typical things such as a CMA, an over view of the area and neighborhood. We prepared all the loosely papers and put them in a pretty presentation package.
Upon getting to the house we noted the home looked to be in good shape from the outside and we were optimistic about the interior. Our prospective seller opens the door to greet us and all the normal hellos were exchanged. Mr X we will call her was excited to show us around and tell us about all the things that are still going to be done to the house.
Once we sat and talked about what our team has to offer I opened up my laptop and started the power point presentation. I can tell you she was becoming more an more interested in what we had to say. The explosion of marketing and site we upload to was impressing her. We proceeded to NOT take credit for 100s of sites that she would see her home on. we explained how the web and the way listing were spired to many more sites. We did talk about REMAX.COM and REALTOR.COM. Little did I know she was taking note of our honesty. After about 45 mi of talking Mrs X opened up and told us who she had interviewed as well. I was amazed at the heavy hitters we were competing with. I also learned she did not like that one Realtor made it appear he had partnerships with tons of websites as if he spent the man hours posting to the sites. She liked that we expressed the one we manually upload to and that the rest was the beauty of the web. Mrs x was also impressed with my streaming video tour. She was already starting to see how we stood out above all the competition. Close to 2 hours in to the prelist is when we got the the part of the listing that was creating Mrs X the most stress. See after many questions we found out she wanted to leave the country and was concerned about the listing and how we would still be able to sell her house. We explained she did not need to be here to sell her house. We would be able to handle everything via fax and email and she was free to live her life no longer tied to this home. We offered her 100% service even ensuring someone would be by every 2 weeks or to stop in and see how the home was. Its amazing how we lifted her spirits and allowed her to think past the problem.
I don't know if we have the listing , Mrs x wanted to sleep on it but I can tell you I learned a few things from that interview.
Alison Creamer, Realtor,ABR
RE/MAX First
The Rhyan Finch Team

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia

2009 and 2010 Real Estate market. What's the TREND Alison !

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Mon, 25 May 2009 07:41:13 -0500

I can only really speak of the Hampton Roads market and Real Estate sales. With foreclosure in Virginia beach , Norfolk, and Chesapeake that I call on many are going undercontract.

I'm asked do you think the market will change and when ? I said many times over 2009 will be stable but I think 2010 will bring a balanced marked and maybe a bit of a upswing for the sellers. Well FANS its happening. Many of the homes I am calling are going under-contract. REO, short sales and Comp sales are getting offers. Now that does not mean sellers are not flexible and offering discounts or closing cost. It does mean that inventory is getting bought up. SUpply and Demand will kick in. I think many of the GREAT looking well kept homes will start to come off the market and what is left will have a flexible seller to adjust price and terms. If your in the market NOW is the time to buy RATES are Low and you could qualify for the 8 k credit.

Im currently working with The Rhyan Finch Team and RE/MAX First. I see agents working 12 hours days its a great Real Estate Market. Just about everything I have is selling. It appears the price ranges under 300 are really picking up . I also think we will have a major upswing before the Fall. Im encouraging people to take advantage of the rebate if they close close to the end of the year they will be closer to the tax season and be able to use there 8k for renovation updates debt reduction . Don't miss this opportunity

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia

Hope for the Military when haveing to sell HAP Program

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Thu, 21 May 2009 06:10:04 -0500

Im a few days behind in my reading of the local newspaper so this is old news Im sure. Military homeowners who must sell their home at a loss can get some help from the government. The DOD has about 555 Million for the HAP program. Families could get up to 90% ot there loss reimbursed to them when they must sell to do orders relocation them out of the area. Another option is for the DOD to buy the home for 75% of the origianal purchase price. Basic Guidelines to meet are .

1. Must have bought your home prior to July 2006

2. You must sell yor home prior to December 31

3. Submitt an application to by March 31, 2010 for assistance

I currently have 2 service member;s homes listed that would qualify for the program. Im sure there are other bits and pieces of the program to read about. I think the biggest question is the service member still has to be able to cover the loss then be reimbursed. Lucky for me one of my sellers has about 10k they would have to bring to the table at closing based on the average price in the area they are trying to sell.

If you want more information see http://hap.usace.army.mil/

I think this is a wonderful option for our service members

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia

Its time for the GARAGE SALE

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Sat, 02 May 2009 14:52:20 -0500

Is your garage brimming over with tons of "stuff" ? This is the best time to look around and de-clutter. You would be amazed at all the junk you will collect over the years. Our local Paper the Virginia Pilot published in the Home section a reminder on just how much money you can make at a garage sale. I my self was just thinking with spring here and all the new stuff I want to do with the house now would be a good time to clear out the old so I can bring in the new. If you looking to sell your home this year why not start clearing out. Spring bargain hunters will gobble up your goodies and you get the pocket the money. Don't forget to promote your sale. Ask your realtor/agent to add a page on there site and maybe plug the date for you a few times. I would ensure good signs are up and ready early the day of as well. Don't price your items with emotion, shoppers are looking for a steal. Also think about after the sale. Call your local donation center and set a pickup for the next day if you can

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia

So many usefull tools !

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 07:10:28 -0500

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia

I met Tina Merritt !!!!

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE Virginia Beach , Virginia (RE/Max First) — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 17:29:44 -0500

Blog:

I recently took a class that Tina Merrit taught at the Virginia Beach Library. It was a Technology Class held this past week on blogging. I have been watching Tina for the past 2 years on the internet and was so inspired by what she was producing on the internet. I want to thank Tina Merrit for opening up to the community and teaching.

The internet allows everyone the ability to have their 2 cents on a topic .I do not think Im a great blogger and I'm always concerned about how my words choices may show a weakness, however my clients know I'm very confident in my skills and ability to work with and for them on a real estate transaction, but some how I think my blogging does not always project this. I like to use video and Itunes to express my comments and thoughts. Most of the times I find that if allowed to express my self verbally I can do a better job of expressing my feelings over typing them out.

If you are not blogging or your afraid to blog try voice blogs or video blogs. Ask a friend or client to chat with you and just record and upload. I think this allows prospects to get a feel for your style and how you can connect with them.

Blogging Real Estate issues can of course bring you more clients. I enjoy blogging and chatting about all kinds of topics. I want my listeners to understand I'm a Realtor and the Girl next door.

Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE

REMAX First 757.217.0928

5511 Princess Ann Rd Virginia Beach Va , 23463

Direct 757.652.8880

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Virginia