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I just signed up yesterday and I had 12 'welcomes' !!! Thank you very much! I don't know how you all found me, I'm still needing to learn my way around Active Rain. One of you gave me a great link to learn some more and I will definitely plan on doing … (12 comments)
I was touring homes with a couple from out of town last week. As we drove around Norman, OK, they asked if sellers had stopped putting their homes on the market since summer was almost over. I responded that while summer is generally a very busy time in real estate, there … (0 comments)
What a timely blog written by Connie Tebyani called "Got....Interns?"
Why do you think a buyer prospect is calling on your ad? Do you think they are calling because the need a Realtor? Some may be. Do you think they are calling to schedule an appointment? Some may be. But more than likely they are calling to eliminate this particular house … (10 comments)
Seller's Net Sheet or should I ask: How much lower can you go?
Frequently in this column, I have argued that REALTORS have a lot to learn about selling and customer service from “professional” sales organizations. A common reference has been Zappos.com who puts at least seven photos of every pair of shoes online. Zappos proves that just because you have a large database … (8 comments)
For those of you sorry to see the Olympics come to an end, I thought it would be fun to keep the event alive a little longer with this post. Michael Phelps and other Olympians are the ultimate physical athletes, the cream of the crop. While we Realtors will never be on par with … (0 comments)
Last week I wrote a post called "If you can't sell it, I'm going to rent it (HUH?)" and this week I have to retract that statement...Well, ok, not completely, but in this situation I did.
You've heard it before - when the client gets ready to sell, you always recommend that they depersonalize. Take down the wedding photos, the baby pictures, the awards. Hide your PlayStation and Wii. And get that bicycle out of the kitchen. But don't stop there. Depersonalization goes beyond just taking yourself … (1 comments)
Accurately pricing a home is key in todays market. Your price should be based on recently sold properties, preferrably within the last six months, and currently listed properties as similar to yours as possible. If your home has been on the market for six weeks or more with no offers, it is likely … (0 comments)
What? Did I say, "Thankfully, buyers and sellers can be difficult?" 
In today's real estate market, selling a home requires more imagination and more effort than in more typical markets. Even if you have a pretty house with equity in the property, most of the available buyer pool will need to sell their property before buying another. While the idea of exchanging … (0 comments)
If you are thinking of selling your home you will have a discussion with your Agent about how to provide access for showings. The easier you make it for buyer's to see your home the more showings you will get.
While surfing the web today, I found the following blog. It is supposedly a balanced look at the differences between using a REALTOR and selling your home yourself. The article was misleadingly titled "The Risk of Selling Your Own Property", but after the first paragraph, it was apparent that the blog … (4 comments)
I recently heard this as a concern for many sellers today. I mean it makes sense, if homes in your area are being foreclosed on (practically every area has a few here in Orlando) and the banks are letting these homes go at "fire sale" how is the typical owner to compete? We all … (0 comments)
Staging a home can end up being a valuable tool in selling the house. Not only can it assist in selling a house, but it can also help the seller get top dollar.
The amount of staging needed varies wildly from a small scale de-cluttering of a home to hiring staging … (1 comments)
First Time Buyer in Hagerstown, Washington County, Maryland?
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I know that as a Realtor most of my customers/clients initially view me as a "SALES PERSON", not their "Real Estate Consultant for Life", not their "Real Estate Friend for Friends and Referrals that I am never too busy for..." but rather a real live SALES PERSON. A Sales Person that makes … (1 comments)
In todays aging world, many baby boomers and Seniors are thinking of selling the big Home, and moving to a Condo.
Do your decorating projects snowball into major headaches? Read on...
In a Sea Of Blue..Be The Beacon of light
Setting the right price for a property is important whether you are planning to sell or buy a home. Only by knowing the right market value can you judge the right price for a home.
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Tina Merritt, Realtor, ePRO, GRI, ASR, QSC, AHWD in Hampton Roads, Virginia serving the cities of: Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Suffolk, Portsmouth, Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, Isle of Wight County and Northeast North Carolina. Long and Foster Oceanfront 317 30th Street, Virginia Beach, VA 23451. Office: 757.428.4600, Direct: 757.287.6338, Email: … (0 comments)
Residential Homes Real Estate Market...The Truth
My company just listed a new Equestrian Farmhouse right near Lake Norman! It is right around the corner from Verdict Ridge and comes with a little over 4 acres.
Gorgeous Pastures! IN DENVER!
Here is a view of the horse stalls in the barn. Very well kept!
Outside view of … (1 comments)
DeeDee here - I'm Craig's wife. I'm working with some friends from Sweden on a really cool application for real estate stuff, and they are hoping to know the "must haves" for a Buyer transaction and a seller transaction - what documents are needed for each side.
Influencing Others What Everyone Should Know
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So today I got a letter from my mortgage company today saying they have sold my mortgage to Metlife! What is this? After I told Cole about this he said to me that he remembered at the closing we where told that First Horizon retained 90% of there mortgages. WE MUST … (0 comments)
Staging a home that has been listed for sale can be the wisest decision that you can make as a seller. Not only will staging make the house more inviting, but it will also sell for a higher purchase price. According to a study by StagedHomes.com, homes that are staged sold … (0 comments)
I have been on ActiveRain for a few months now – not sure exactly when I got introduced but it sounded very interesting and worthwhile. I have written several blogs to date – some for consumers and some geared toward professionals. A few weeks back I got a call from a … (4 comments)
Here we are in August and things are certainly looking better. Buyers seem to have much more confidence and many people continue to get great deals. Sellers are selling their properties as long as they are priced correctly. Below are the latest numbers for Palm Beach County for the month of … (0 comments)
Starting a Profitable Small Business
A couple years ago I used this article in the News & Tid Bits that I sent out. Much of it looks to still be applicable. If you have issues, or anticipate them call me. Depending on the topic there are some wonderful professionals that I can put you in touch … (1 comments)
If you're preparing to list your home, you'll need to determine how to set your asking price. You may come across the term Comparative Market Analysis, which is used as a tool for gauging the perceived value of your home. However, as a seller, you should think of that informal appraisal … (0 comments)
Right now is a buyers market. Buy now, do not keep waiting for the market to lower. If you need to sell now then do not worry. When selling your home in this market of many foreclosures there are some key components. Price you home according to the market and make … (2 comments)
Buyer's Rebates, We help you purchase your new home
The best agents in the Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero and south Fort Myers market can apparently be found at John R. Wood REALTORS@ according to a recent article in REALTOR Magazine.
Wayne & Louise just closed on their new home today in Kingsland Country Estates next to Ocala Waterway! Yippee!!! They have been so wonderful to work with. At the closing table they shared these kind words which make my career selling real estate a pleasure. 
I'm sure that you all have read the reports on how horrible the real estate market had become. The truth is the market is struggling, home prices are down and inventory is at a high. But when the real estate market gives you lemons, there is always a way to make … (0 comments)
DOES REAL ESTATE ADVERTISING BENEFIT YOU..............OR THE REALTOR®?
I highly recommend this book to anyone in sales. It's only about 70 pages and very easy to read. The main point of the book is selling believe it or not is about giving. I took away some very good points, but I won't say them and ruin your reading experience. 
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The Importance Of Follow Up
According
to research
properly dressed up or staged homes sell faster than homes, which are
not done
up. Nice and
warm homes with a good curb appeal will naturally sell faster as
buyers will be thoroughly thrilled with a single glimpse. You can dress
up your
home yourself or hire … (0 comments)
This past Thursday, I met with a widow who lost her husband to a long-term illness five months ago. They refinanced their building in the same monetary increments and it was obvious that it was for his medical expenses. She sat slumped in the chair, her clothes were pressed, her hair … (17 comments)
It is hard to believe that we are almost half way through August already. Early in the year I wrote a blog Ready for 2008. This was to set some goals for the year. It was aimed at Realtors but this blog is for both Realtors and home buyers and sellers … (1 comments)
Celebratory Toast!!!
Dina's Real Estate Blog
Property is outstanding opportunity and lends to many different uses.
Here's a link to the latest report on real estate activity in Orange County, as prepared by the president of my company: http://www.OurAgentSpot.com/sthomas/MarketTime-Aug-7-08.pdf The report is chock full of graphs and statistics to support his findings.
Hi Everyone,
I couldn't wait to tell you, because I am SOOO EXCITED and I wanted you to help me celebrate! Ready?Wait for it!As of Today, I am at 100% occupancy on all of my rentals!Yep, I filled my last vacancy today! I haven't been at 100% since OCTOBER! (Yes, Florida has been … (2 comments)
Don't be shy if your mortgage amount is more than the value of your home. Many banks and financial institutes are prepared to work with you. The only factor that you have to keep in mind is every short sale is a little bit different. Patients is important and fining the … (0 comments)
We're in the business of selling houses. But more importantly, we're helping people find a place they can call home. Our commitment to service extends beyond each real estate transaction. Every year since 1984, Windermere associates have skipped work for a day to complete neighborhood improvement projects.Not only is Community Service … (0 comments)
I recently crossed paths with a gentleman executing a creative buying tactic. Since it's a buyers' market, he figured this would be his opportunity to cash in on a great deal. So he came up with an innovative plan for getting what he wanted.
Everyone wants to know how to sell their home fast, even in this crazy market that we are experiencing right now. The reasons vary from adjustable mortgages that are about to make house payments unmanageable to needing to move to another area because of work. Here are my eight essentials on … (1 comments)
With the current market we are in, getting creative in marketing to help our seller's get their homes sold is a must. I was given this idea by a local lender on how to help your seller net more, and get the buyer into a home. In addition, I feel it … (1 comments)
Time To Move