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Paradigm Shifts in Waukesha County Real Estate

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Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker

In a relatively short amount of time we have seen radically different ways of thinking, and major change in certain thought patterns in the Waukesha County real estate market. Radical changes in personal beliefs, the ways homes are bought and sold, and the organization skills used to start and end the home prices of homes in Waukesha Countybuying, as well as the home selling process. These paradigm shifts displayed instill a whole new set of norms of whatprices of homes in Waukesha County buyers, sellers, and real estate agents alike may have been used to, or perceived to be the former way of Real Estate. For years there was a fast cycle of bull-bear markets that changed relatively quickly. When this cycle began to take a lot longer other variables made adjustments in a like timely fashion. The real estate market and the correction we see taking place in the Waukesha County real estate market can not be overlooked. There was a time one could hang a sign on a Quonset hut for a high price and it was sold fast. This is not the case whatsoever Waukesha County real estate markettoday in Waukesha County real estate. The prices of homes in Waukesha County have had to be equated and set to compete with current market conditions.

Buyers today have some great choices in homes that are priced well, the buyers have great rates available to them, and in some cases, financial benefits such as being a first timeWaukesha County real estate market home buyer taking advantage of the first time home buyer tax credit. However, living in a faster world that is in the process of rebounding means buying that home when you see it. Pre-qualifications are a must, not just a good thing to have in case it's needed. Sellers not only want to be effectively priced, but it is absolutely crucial to be priced within what the market dictates. Buyer's truly do determine the market. Waukesha County Real Estate agents have a lot of work cut out for them. Media exposure has exploded;not just as waukesha homes for sale,homes for sale in waukeshain advertising in newspapers was a normal event a number of years ago, but now the Internet and the campaign the real estate agent brings with them can make or break a home sale. The use of social networking, on-line fliers, blogs, websites, and more constitute the way a home may be seen, viewed, researched, and in some cases, how it will be sold.homes for sale in waukesha,selling a home in waukesha Down to the correct meta tag descriptions and all the way to quality photos contribute getting to getting the property out there.

One thing that has not changed, but has been refined is quality salesmanship. If the energy, tenacity, drive and conviction, and proper lead follow up and closing abilities are compromised the sale can be compromised. Networking on-line, off line, phone skills, availability, and communication are paramount in making today's Waukesha County real estate agent productive, effective, and a greater asset to their client.

Have a productive day and I will see you at closing!

 selling a home in waukesha                              

 

Tom Braatz   

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Comments(10)

Karen Cooper
Karen Cooper | Sr Mortgage Loan Originator ! NMLS # 223305 | First Federal Bank of Florida, Ocala, FL - The Villages, FL
Helping Homeowners w/Home Loans in 27 US States

Boy, Tom, things sure have shifted! But, yes indeed, I agree the core skills remain the same.

Sep 19, 2009 06:54 AM
Tom Braatz Waukesha County Real Estate 262-377-1459
Coldwell Banker - Oconomowoc, WI
Waukesha County Realtor Real Estate agent. SOLD!

Karen

The basic instint, talent, and desire to be the best real estate agent, loan officer, title officer, and more still takes precedence over everything. Things have changed dramatically, and some for the better of everyone. In fact, as I sit typing this I look at a whole new market I am about to get involved in. Time to find something to eat in this city. Thanks for stopping by.

Sep 19, 2009 07:03 AM
Renée Donohue~Home Photography
Savvy Home Pix - Allegan, MI
Western Michigan Real Estate Photographer

The lending world is so incredibly complex that we always (as agents) have our jobs cut out for us (whether it is a listing or a buyer) in order to succeed.  Your article couldn't be more right that people need to make sure they are hiring a more than competent individual!

Sep 19, 2009 01:21 PM
Tom Braatz Waukesha County Real Estate 262-377-1459
Coldwell Banker - Oconomowoc, WI
Waukesha County Realtor Real Estate agent. SOLD!

Renee

Complex indeed. Real estate has become a multi facet, multi talented career that has us on call when the bell goes off. I can live with that; I like that kind of energy.

Sep 19, 2009 02:27 PM
Sharon Lee
Sharon Lee's Virtual Assistance - Jonesborough, TN
Retired and loving life

Hi Tom-As someone who works on the marketing end of real estate this post is most definitely right on. It is sometimjes hard trying to keep up with all the changes. Great post. Have a great Sunday. <SMILE>

Sep 19, 2009 03:22 PM
Tom Braatz Waukesha County Real Estate 262-377-1459
Coldwell Banker - Oconomowoc, WI
Waukesha County Realtor Real Estate agent. SOLD!

Sharon

Change is often good.

Sep 19, 2009 04:07 PM
Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®
RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI
Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

Tom, love the photo at the end too!  Great post and you are a great salesperson buddy!

Sep 20, 2009 01:56 AM
Tom Braatz Waukesha County Real Estate 262-377-1459
Coldwell Banker - Oconomowoc, WI
Waukesha County Realtor Real Estate agent. SOLD!

Hey Kristin

I need to talk to you so I can get soemthings orchestrated. You are the sales lady buddy. Just got back from my trip.

Sep 20, 2009 07:12 AM
Todd Clark - Retired
eXp Realty LLC - Tigard, OR
Principle Broker Oregon

I agree, I think the only thing I can still say about this business that hasn't changed in the last 10, 15 even 50 years is it still comes down to being a people business. (Now, I knew you had cheese, but you grow babies in your fields too?)

Todd Clark - www.LivingBeaverton.com

Sep 26, 2009 10:08 PM
Tom Braatz Waukesha County Real Estate 262-377-1459
Coldwell Banker - Oconomowoc, WI
Waukesha County Realtor Real Estate agent. SOLD!

Todd

That's my son in a pumpkin patch 13 years ago; that picture means a lot to me.

Sep 27, 2009 01:51 AM