gary duda: master the obvious - 10/26/07 08:17 PM
Whether it's from hard work, luck or your Great Aunt Edna - you have gotten a listing. Congratulations!
Please do some basic things. Fill out all the fields completely in MLS. Upload as many pictures as you can of the house. Do a nice fact sheet on the house. Return calls from agents … (7 comments)
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gary duda: Buyers can't make seller disclosures - 10/26/07 05:08 PM
In the hurry to get things done quickly, buyers' agents often will have clients fill out blank disclaimers and blank lead based paint disclosures for the listing agent to have the sellers sign. For agents who do this: DON'T!!
The law in most states (my guess is all states) is that sellers have to provide … (4 comments)
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gary duda: big a big fish in a small pond - 10/25/07 05:51 PM
Low on cash?
Have very few prospects?
Feeling really low?
Don't let fear paralyze your business. I'm going to give you a simple, inexpensive marketing plan. It's going to mean that you actually have to get out and work - so be prepared.
Step 1: Choose a 100-home farm area. Make sure the price range is between … (4 comments)
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gary duda: helpful guidelines for marketing - 10/25/07 11:58 AM
Here is a helpful matrix I give my agents regarding marketing. This shows the per piece price of marketing materials and how much it actually costs to market based on increasing sizes of market areas.
Money is tight for new agents (all agents) so using marketing money wisely is very important. I … (2 comments)
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gary duda: Join remax action - 10/24/07 03:07 PM
If you are an agent in the Central Virginia Region mark your calendar for November 13th from 7-9 p.m. We will be hosting a "carreer night" for agents who want to know more about RE/MAX Action. The event will be held at 11551 Nuckols Road, Suite D., Glen Allen, VA 23059. … (0 comments)
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gary duda: The key to direct mail is to start small and stick with it! - 10/24/07 02:31 PM
If you plan on making direct mail a part of your Real Estate marketing plan - start small.
Realtors new to direct mail often take on too large a market area only to find they lack the funds and time to keep up with their program. The end result is that after … (13 comments)
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gary duda: check list to getting home ready to sell - 10/23/07 06:41 PM
If you are getting ready to sell, here is an easy check list of what to do.
Make Repairs:
If there is wood rot, broken windows, damaged shingles or other visible damage, then have it repaired. It's a lot easier to sell a home that is mechanically and physically in shape. Fixing items before a home … (1 comments)
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gary duda: the work really starts after the contract is written - 10/23/07 01:36 PM
Once the contract is written, the job of a good Realtor has really just begun. So has the job of a host of people including lenders, attorneys, title companies, insurance agents, home warranty companies and so on.
The beginning: Writing the contract.
Once the contract is written, the closing process is underway. (This … (4 comments)
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gary duda: Let's spread some sunshine - 10/17/07 07:29 AM
Now is an amazing time to buy real estate!
Interest rates are historically low. There is lots of inventory. Builders are making deals. The sun is shining. The birds are singing and the crisp autumn breeze on my face makes me happy to be alive! Gosh, I feel like singing show tunes.
If you are in Real … (4 comments)
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gary duda: Your success is ultimately up to you! - 10/15/07 04:33 PM
If your real estate business isn't all it can be, here are some important questions to ask yourself.
Do you consistently work a full 40-hour week at real estate?Have you mailed out or used all of the marketing materials you have purchased in the past year?Do you let more than an hour … (2 comments)
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gary duda: Here are some things not to do that will increase your business - 10/15/07 09:04 AM
One of my last blogs was about name tags and car magnets - all great things to increase your visibility as a Realtor. However, I omitted some important common sense items:
If you are going to wear a name tag then please don't:
Be rude to people - they definitely won't call you. If … (10 comments)
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gary duda: Inexpensive tips to increase your business - 10/13/07 09:56 PM
While there are many ways to market yourself as a Realtor, here are a few inexpensive methods that you may have overlooked.
When in public, always wear a name tag that says who you are and what firm you work for. It may sound corny, but I guarantee it will prompt people … (10 comments)
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