Earlier this year, there was so much chatter about the tax credit, I felt compelled to write a post of my own regarding information I felt was important for people, in general, to know. I wanted my post to be informative so people that were first time homebuyers would understand it wasn't a simple matter of buy a house, get $8,000... After writing the post, I didn't really do much with it as far as my clients go, until I had a "DUH" or "AHA" moment and realized "Hello Chanda, you should be sending this info to your first time homebuyers!" I began with a client that had just closed the purchase of her first home. I sent her a link to my post, in addition to the IRS link explaining how to amend a tax return. She was grateful for the information provided and I believe this along with making her experience as informative and easy-going as possible is a big part of why she sent me so many referrals. I then decided I'd start using this post to help answer questions of those asking questions in various forums I participate in. Although they may not live in my area, I was able to provide them with information that was useful in helping to determine whether or not they qualify for the credit and where to go to get the form. Again, I've been the recipient of quite a few "Thank yous" since providing this information.
Bob Stewart recently challenged us to write a post explaining how we've actually used our blog to enhance our relationships with our clients....For me, there is a specific post that immediately came to mind for this challenge.
I recently worked with another first time homebuyer and after the transaction closed I sent her the link to my post explaining the credit and the link to amend her taxes. Again, another very happy client that has something to refer to when she has questions regarding this year's tax credit.
All in all, I think this was one of my best and most informative posts because it provides information I can pass on to my clients in addition to something for the rest of the first time buyers out there to reference as well.
To sum it all up, this isn't the only post I've used to provide information. When clients/potential clients ask about something I know I've written a post about or if they inform me that this is their first purchase there a few different posts that I send the links to. It gives them the ability to take the information in at their own pace and ask questions when they are ready.
Here are a few of the posts that my clients (and other homebuyers and sellers) may find useful:
Buying a Home
8 Things to Consider When Buying a Home
Answers To: How Much Money Is Needed To Buy A Home?
How the HUD Bidding Process Works
Pre-Qualification vs. Pre-Approval, Which is better?
Selling Your Home
Should You Sell Your Home Before Buying a New One?
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