Sharing Systems - Open House Checklist - 04/30/08 09:42 AM
 
Open House Checklist
By Katy Real Estate Expert and Realtor Tim Sojka
Systems are the key to success.  Our open house system has been very valuable to us.  Here is a copy and we hope this helps you have more successful lead management.  This also helps to set expectations when other realtors want to hold out homes open.
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Open House Checklist
 
 
 
 
MLS#:____________________________      Client: __________________________________
  
 
Address: ________________________________________________
  
  
If you would like more information about luxury homes in Katy or West Houston from someone who really understands the community, contact … (4 comments)

Sharing Systems - Sellers Closing Checklist - 04/30/08 09:33 AM
Sellers Closing Checklist
By Katy Real Estate Expert and Realtor Tim Sojka
Systems are the key to success.  Our closing system has been very valuable to us.  Here is a copy and we hope this helps you have more successful transactions.  We use this in addition to the Keller Williams Checklist (I highly encourage anyone not with KW to at least read the Millionaire Real Estate Agent). 
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Listing Checklist
 
MLS#:____________________________      Client: __________________________________
 
Address:___________________________________________________  Expires:___________
 
If you would like more information about luxury homes in Katy or West Houston from someone who really understands the community, … (3 comments)

Buyer's Closing Checklist - Sharing Successful Systems - 04/30/08 09:30 AM
 
Buyer's Closing Checklist
By Katy Real Estate Expert and Realtor Tim Sojka
Systems are the key to success.  Our closing system has been very valuable to us.  Here is a copy and we hope this helps you have more successful transactions.  We use this in addition to the Keller Williams Checklist (I highly encourage anyone not with KW to at least read the Millionaire Real Estate Agent). 
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BUYERS
Closing Checklist
  
  
Sold Price:  ___________          Close Date: ___________    Option Ends:_____________     
  
Title Co: ______________Officer: _____________     Ph# ____________FAX_______
  
Other Agent: ____________________Ph# _______________FAX________________
  
Lender:_________________________Ph#_______________FAX________________
  
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Team Meeting Agenda - Sharing Systems - 04/30/08 09:24 AM
Each week we have a team meeting.  So you do not have to reinvent the wheel here is a copy of our team meeting agenda.  We do about 80 deals a year (we would love to do more) and this is an important part of our success.  Please feel free to call me with questions.
Team Meeting
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Katy Real Estate News - A list of Katy or Houston Texas Foreclosed Homes - 04/26/08 04:12 PM
Katy Real Estate News - A list of Katy Texas Foreclosed Homes
By Foreclosure Expert Timothy Sojka 713-822-2152
Many of the people who have called about my earlier article how to win a foreclosure bid have asked for a list of Foreclosed Homes.  I can provide this for you easily.  Simply call or e-mail and I will create a targeted link just for you to find the type of properties you want.  No problem, no strings.  although we do hope if you purchase a foreclosed property you consider us.
For expert analysis on buying foreclosures simply call me at the # of … (4 comments)

Katy Real Estate News - Wood Creek Reserve Home Search - 04/26/08 03:58 PM
Katy Real Estate News - Wood Creek Reserve Home Search  
By Katy Real Estate Expert Timothy Sojka 713-822-2152
As a quick service to clients and potential clients we have put together a list of all Wood Creek Reserve Homes For Sale. 
Simply click on the link below to review all homes for sales in Wood Creek Reserve.
Wood Creek Reserve Home Search.
Below you will find an earlier articles posted about this great neighborhoods.
Katy Real Estate News -The beauty of WoodCreek Reserve
Katy Real Estate News -The beauty of WoodCreek Reserve
Dorothy has finally found her dream community
… (0 comments)

Katy Real Estate News - Firethorne Home Search - 04/26/08 03:51 PM
Katy Real Estate News - Firethorne Home Search  
By Katy Real Estate Expert Timothy Sojka 713-822-2152
As a quick service to clients and potential clients we have put together a list of all Firethorne Homes For Sale. 
Simply click on the link below to review all homes for sales in Firethorne.
Firethorne Home Search.

Below you will find an earlier articles posted about this great neighborhoods.
Firethorne is a Hot Katy Community - Lacrosse Fields and Nature Trails (edit/delete)
Firethorne is a Hot Katy Community - Lacrosse Fields and Nature Trails
Firethrone is one of Katy hottest master … (0 comments)

Katy Real Estate News - Grand Lakes Home Search - 04/26/08 03:36 PM
By Katy Real Estate Expert Timothy Sojka 713-822-2152
As a quick service to clients and potential clients we have put together a list of all Grand Lakes Homes For Sale. 
Simply click on the link below to review all homes for sales in Grand Lakes.
Grand Lakes Home Search.
Below you will find an earlier articles posted about this great neighborhoods.
Katy Real Estate News - Katy Real Estate Agents know that the Master Planned Community of Grand Lakes is Special
Katy Real Estate News - Katy Real Estate Agents know that the Master Planned Community of Grand Lakes is … (0 comments)

Katy Real Estate News - Seven Meadows Home Search - 04/26/08 03:28 PM
By Katy Real Estate Expert Timothy Sojka 713-822-2152
As a quick service to clients and potiential clients we have put together a list a all Seven Meadows Homes For Sale. 
Simply click on the link below to review all homes for sales in Seven Meadows.
Seven Meadows Home Search.

Below you will find an earlier articles posted about this great neighborhoods.
 
Seven Meadows - a strong brand
When people think of branding they think of brands like Coca Cola, Budweiser or Starbucks.  People's names can also be a brand, for instance Tiger Woods or Michael Jordon are names … (3 comments)

Katy Real Estate News - Houston January and February Home Sales - 04/26/08 12:42 PM
Katy Real Estate News - Houston January and February Home Sales
By Katy and West Houston Real Estate Expert Timothy Sojka 713-822-2152
While sales in Katy and West Houston have been better than the rest of the Houston area, make no mistake about the market has slowed down.
Houston has been largely protected from the real estate down turn by stellar job creation and the rising cost of oil.  However, mortgage issues have hurt even this market.
According to Houston Realtor® Magazine, January 2008 sales were down 17% vs. the same period in 2007.  February 2008 sales were down 13% vs. … (0 comments)

Katy Real Estate News - Upcoming Tour of Homes in Beautiful Parklake Village - 04/25/08 11:28 AM
Katy Real Estate News - Community Tour of Homes (Open House) Parklake Village
By Katy Real Estate Expert and Realtor Tim Sojka
The Katy Estate Homes Team will be hosting a Public Open House on June 21st between 1 and 4pm.  Several beautiful custom homes will be available for showing.  Feel free to call the number below for details.
Below you will find an article I posted earlier on Parklake Village with a great overview of the neighborhood.  .
Parklake Village Home Search
Parklake Village

 
A neighborhood that continues to romance the residents
Selecting a neighborhood is very … (0 comments)

Katy Real Estate News - Home Search in Parklake Village - 04/25/08 11:11 AM
 
By Katy Real Estate Expert and Realtor Tim Sojka
Below you will find an article I posted earlier on Parklake Village with a great overview of the neighborhood.  Several of you have requested a Parklake Village Home Search.  I have attached it below.
Parklake Village Home Search

Parklake Village (posted at an eailer date)
A neighborhood that continues to romance the residents
Selecting a neighborhood is very much like finding the person whom you will marry.  When you fall in love with someone, first, there is first a hint of attraction.  Next the suitor makes you feel safe, secure … (0 comments)

Katy Real Estate News - Cinco Ranch High End Real Estate Flourishes in a Tough Market - 04/24/08 10:46 AM
Katy Real Estate News - Cinco Ranch High End Real Estate Flourishes in a Tough Market
By Katy Real Estate Expert Timothy Sojka 713-822-2152
Cinco Ranch, in Katy Texas, is still one of the best destinations for Houston and Katy Relocations.  The high-end market in Cinco Ranch continues to thrive.  Houston and Katy have not seen the same negative real estate downturn as the rest of the country, still few if any neighborhoods have flourished like Cinco Ranch.
Cinco Ranch homes sales range from the high $100,000's to well over $1,000,000.
This article highlights high-end homes in Cinco Ranch (only homes … (0 comments)

Katy Real Estate News - Searching for Katy Golf Courses and Katy Golf Course Homes - 04/18/08 06:00 AM
Katy Real Estate News - Searching for Katy Golf Courses and Katy Golf Course Homes
By Katy Realtor Timothy Sojka 713-822-2152
I have attached a few vital pieces of information in this blog.  Near the bottom of this post you will find a list of Katy Golf Courses.  I wanted to put this in an easy format for you.  Also, for you Katy Golf fanatics or people thinking about relocating to Katy I have put together a search for property that is for sale and located on a Katy golf course or in a Katy golf course community.
If you would … (0 comments)

Katy Real Estate News - Katy Luxury Home Search - 04/17/08 05:54 AM
Katy Real Estate News - Katy Luxury Home Search
By Katy Realtor Timothy Sojka 713-822-2152
In an earlier article we gave an overview of luxury home sales in Katy Texas (this article can be viewed below).  Luxury homes sales have continued to climb.  We thought it would be a nice feature to allow you to view these high end home.  Below you will find a link that high lights all Katy Luxury Homes for sale for over $750,000.
Simply click on this link at anytime day or night and view some of Katy most beautiful homes.
Katy Luxury Home Search

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Katy Real Estate News - Searching for Homes in Nottingham Country - Katy Texas (this information will help) - 04/16/08 06:12 AM
Katy Real Estate News - Searching for Homes in Nottingham Country - Katy Texas (this information will help)
By Katy Realtor Timothy Sojka 713-822-2152
Several months ago I wrote a blog about the neighborhood of Nottingham Country.  This has been one of my most read articles (you can read the article below).  Several of you have asked how to search for properties in Nottingham Country.  There are two ways.  You can e-mail me and I will happily set up a search for you.  Or you can simply click on the link below.  This link will update itself on Nottingham Country Homes … (0 comments)

Katy Real Estate News - Searching for Homes in Chesterfield - Katy Texas (this information will help) - 04/16/08 06:04 AM
Katy Real Estate News - Searching for Homes in Chesterfield - Katy Texas (this information will help)
By Katy Realtor Timothy Sojka 713-822-2152
Several months ago I wrote a blog about the neighborhood of Chesterfield.  This has been one of my most read articles (you can read the article below).  Several of you have asked how to search for properties in Chesterfield.  There are two ways.  You can e-mail me and I will happily set up a search for you.  Or you can simply click on the link below.  This link will update itself on Chesterfield and Nottingham Country Home Homes … (0 comments)

Katy Real Estate News - New Methodist Hospital Location in Katy - 04/15/08 11:49 AM
Katy Real Estate News -More information about Katy's new medical center
By Katy Realtor Timothy Sojka 713-822-2152
Methodist has recently announced their location for expansion into Katy.  Their new facility will be located near Barker Cypress and I-10 near the proposed Texas Children's Hospital.  This is even more great news for Katy real estate coming on the heels of expansion by St Luke's and Memorial Herman.
Katy's great schools and strong infrastructure are ready to support this growth and the expanding West Houston Energy Corridor. 
If you would like more information about Katy or West Houston from someone who really understands … (0 comments)

Katy Real Estate News -Negotiating for a New Home in Seven Meadows (Builder Inventory) - 04/15/08 05:05 AM
Katy Real Estate News -Negotiating for a New Home in Seven Meadows (Builder Inventory)
By Katy Realtor Timothy Sojka 713-822-2152
When you are buying a new home from a builder (vs. buying an existing home from a home owner) you have to learn to think differently. 
When you are buy an existing home you generally have an agent with you to protect your interest.  Often times, when you buy from a builder you go onsite and buy directly from the salesperson sitting in the new home.  You have to remember that the person sitting in the new home does not represent … (0 comments)

Katy Real Estate News -Negotiating for a New Home in Cinco Ranch - Heritage Grand (Builder Inventory) - 04/15/08 05:01 AM
Katy Real Estate News -Negotiating for a New Home in Cinco Ranch - Heritage Grand (Builder Inventory)
 
By Katy Realtor Timothy Sojka 713-822-2152
 
When you are buying a new home from a builder (vs. buying an existing home from a home owner) you have to learn to think differently. 
When you are buy an existing home you generally have an agent with you to protect your interest.  Often times, when you buy from a builder you go onsite and buy directly from the salesperson sitting in the new home.  You have to remember that the person sitting in the … (0 comments)

Katy Real Estate News -Negotiating for a New Home in Westhiemer Lakes (Builder Inventory) - 04/15/08 04:59 AM
Katy Real Estate News -Negotiating for a New Home in Westhiemer Lakes (Builder Inventory)
By Katy Realtor Timothy Sojka 713-822-2152
When you are buying a new home from a builder (vs. buying an existing home from a home owner) you have to learn to think differently. 
When you are buy an existing home you generally have an agent with you to protect your interest.  Often times, when you buy from a builder you go onsite and buy directly from the salesperson sitting in the new home.  You have to remember that the person sitting in the new home does not represent … (0 comments)

Katy Real Estate News -Negotiating for a New Home in Westhiemer Lakes (Builder Inventory) - 04/15/08 04:57 AM
Katy Real Estate News -Negotiating for a New Home in Westhiemer Lakes (Builder Inventory)
By Katy Realtor Timothy Sojka 713-822-2152
When you are buying a new home from a builder (vs. buying an existing home from a home owner) you have to learn to think differently. 
When you are buy an existing home you generally have an agent with you to protect your interest.  Often times, when you buy from a builder you go onsite and buy directly from the salesperson sitting in the new home.  You have to remember that the person sitting in the new home does not represent you, he … (0 comments)

Katy Real Estate News -Negotiating for a New Home in Cinco Ranch (Builder Inventory) - 04/15/08 04:54 AM
Katy Real Estate News -Negotiating for a New Home in Cinco Ranch (Builder Inventory)
By Katy Realtor Timothy Sojka 713-822-2152
When you are buying a new home from a builder (vs. buying an existing home from a home owner) you have to learn to think differently. 
When you are buy an existing home you generally have an agent with you to protect your interest.  Often times, when you buy from a builder you go onsite and buy directly from the salesperson sitting in the new home.  You have to remember that the person sitting in the new home does not represent you, he … (0 comments)

Katy Real Estate News -the Magic of Nottingham Country - 04/11/08 05:25 AM
Katy Real Estate News -the Magic of Nottingham Country
By Katy Realtor Timothy Sojka 713-822-2152
Katy is a gorgeous well rounded city that grew in spurts based on the Houston economy.  During the Houston boom of the late 70's and early 80's one of the most interesting and beautiful neighborhoods in Katy took shape - Nottingham Country.
An arbor of mature trees shades most streets and beautiful European style homes highlight this stunning neighborhood.  Nottingham County has a distinctive old money east coast feel.  The tree lined streets are highlighted by mature oaks that offer residents the chance for shaded evening … (0 comments)

Katy Real Estate News -New Home Agents may be the key to your real estate growth - 04/09/08 05:58 AM
Katy Real Estate News -New Home Agents may be the key to your real estate growth
By Katy Realtor Timothy Sojka
When you begin your real estate business you have to find areas to focus on.  These can be farming, door knocking, cold calls or a thousand other systems.
 
When I started my real estate business I followed a model I had seen other successful agents use - I focused on new home agents.  A new home agent works for a builder like Lennar, Pulte, Perry, David Weekly etc.  They sit in a model home and wait for clients to … (1 comments)

Katy Real Estate News -4500 Jobs May be Coming to Katy Texas via KBR - 04/09/08 05:47 AM
Katy Real Estate News -4500 Jobs May be Coming to Katy Texas via KBR
KBR (formerly Kellogg, Brown and Root) may be relocating their West Houston Campus in Katy
By Katy Realtor Timothy Sojka 713-822-2152
KBR may be bringing 4500 jobs to Katy.  This is more good news for Katy.  Recently sites were announced for St. Luke's Hospital, Methodist Hospital, and Texas Children's Hospital.
KBR, the global engineering and construction firm has long been a driving force in Houston and their impact on Katy with this addition could be phenomenal.  The Houston Business Journal has a great article with all the … (1 comments)

How to be successful fast in Real Estate - Using Top Producer to build the bones of your business - 04/04/08 05:46 AM
How to be successful fast in Real Estate - Using Top Producer to build the bones of your business
I have had top producing agents tell me from the beginning that production is a choice. You can be big right away or you can grow slowly just like everyone says you should.  Thanks to their advice and the systems we put in place we sold over 75 homes our first full year in real estate (2006).
I am not saying this to brag as I know people who have done more homes in their first year; I am putting it out … (1 comments)

Katy Real Estate News -The beauty of WoodCreek Reserve - 04/04/08 05:30 AM
Katy Real Estate News -The beauty of WoodCreek Reserve
Dorothy has finally found her dream community
By Katy Realtor Timothy Sojka 713-822-2152
The Wizard of Oz was written by Frank Baum well over 100 years ago.  However, the quest of the heroine still rings true to today's culture.  Many people do not know that the Wizard of Oz was actually not just a children's story but actually a political allegory. 
The tornado in the book represents the economic turmoil that forced many families to leave their small towns and move to the big cities to take jobs in manufacturing facilities.  Although, … (0 comments)

OK it's not sexy - but the easiest way to set up you checking accounts for success in Real Estate (or the hell you will go through by doing it wrong) - 04/03/08 08:46 PM
Katy Real Estate News - OK it's not sexy - but the easiest way to set up you checking accounts for success in Real Estate (or the hell you will go through by doing it wrong)
OK, it not the sexiest part of real estate, but how you disburse your commissions can make your life easy or turn it into hell on earth.
I have an easy system that works.  We put it in place when we started and it has worked as we have grown into an 80+ unit per year producer (and I think it will work into the … (3 comments)

Katy Real Estate News -Need Information about Katy Texas Growth? Call the Katy Economic Development Council - 04/02/08 06:04 AM
Katy Real Estate News -Need Information about Katy Texas Growth?
By Katy Realtor, Broker and Author Tim Sojka 713-822-2152
If you are a Katy realtor, a Katy Homeowner and considering relocating to Houston or Katy Texas, the Katy Economic Development Council is a great source of information.  I was recently working with a major medical group on their potential relocation to Katy and the council was an invaluable resource.
If you want more information about them simply go to their website http://www.katyedc.org/ or call them at 281-396-2200.
Their Vision: The Katy Area will be the western cornerstone of Greater Houston, providing … (0 comments)

Katy Real Estate News –Nonmacher's BBQ has stood the test of time - 04/02/08 05:46 AM
Katy Real Estate News -Nonmacher's BBQ has stood the test of time
By Katy Realtor, Broker and Author Tim Sojka 713-822-2152
Businesses come and go, especially restaurants.  However, Nonmacher's BBQ has bee n right where it is at 606 Mason Rd for decades.  Other BBQ restaurants have come to Katy, many within a few blocks of Nonmacher's, many chains with dollars to advertise, many with more glamorous interiors, almost all have left town and Nonmacher's has remained.
If you go to Nonmacher's you must try the brisket.  If you order a sandwich asked for the board chopped brisket sandwich - it … (0 comments)

 
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