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Remember Real Estate Is A People To People Business

Reblogger Monika McGillicuddy
Real Estate Agent with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty

Real estate is a people business...we build communities and not just sell houses.

Thanks Midori for sharing your thoughts with us.

Original content by Midori Miller BK645709

When working with agents sometimes I need to set the record straight...there is some myth that you can sit behind your keyword all day...everyday....and create an abundance of business.....enough business to support yourself throughout the year...while it can happen if you are a Zillow.com or a Trulia.com but as an individual trying to earn a good living...I'm here to tell you that real estate is a people to people business.  Sometimes all you need to do to take your business to the next level is get in front of more people.

  • You have to step away from your computer once in a while and get in front of more people!
  • You have to talk to people even if you are shy
  • You have to remind people you are in the real estate business
  • Sometimes you wear your business on your shirt with a name tag

Now I am not saying blogging or Internet marketing is not effective..it is..I know..I benefit everyday from my online presence but sometimes it is necessary to do certain things to remind people you are in the real estate business and not necessarily an Internet marketer but a real estate agent who applies Internet marketing into their business.

  • Sometimes you must socialize other then text message and chat
  • Even the most tech savvy consumers want human interaction when it is necessary
  • Remember Not all people are tech savvy or want to conduct their real estate transaction electronically.
  • Social media is meant to enhance people's lives and not make it more difficult.

Many people ask me which social media outlets are the best.  Truly I can't answer that and no one else can for that matter meaning I am not you. Most people have a preference, unique goals and everyones business is very different.

Consider:

  • Your target audience
  • Your time allocated to social media
  • The number of members and visitors of a platform
  • Usability, comfort and expectations

If you use your social media in the right way...more than likely....it will lead to what we all want at the end...more listings and sales but also getting in front of more people!  Remember real estate is a people to people business...one last thing...whether we like it or not....

We Are In Sales!

Make it a Fabulous Day!

 

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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Verani Realty

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Kay Van Kampen
RE/MAX Broker, RE/MAX - Springfield, MO
Realtor®, Springfield Mo Real Estate

Monica, much of my business these days are short sales.  Spending hours a day on the phone with banks has actually kept me away from clients.  I'm trying to get out more.  Your post makes a great statement on what it takes to sell real estate in today's market.

Mar 07, 2010 11:58 AM
Jay Schmitt
Keller Williams Keystone Realty - Gettysburg, PA
Gettysburg Real Estate Agent

I am new on AR and I have found myself spending what I think is a bit to much time blogging. Ultimately, almost all sales jobs are a people to people business. No people No sales.

Mar 07, 2010 12:34 PM
Jay Schmitt
Keller Williams Keystone Realty - Gettysburg, PA
Gettysburg Real Estate Agent

Also Monika, Good Post and great points that must be remembered in the real estate business.

Mar 07, 2010 12:36 PM
Maggie Dokic /Indialantic | 321-252-8696
Magdalena Dokic - Indialantic, FL
Selling the beach in Florida's space coast

Moni, I found Midori's post a good one as usual.  Poor Jay, he's suffering from AR fever.  It will pass, Jay.  The first step was realizing it, and you've done that already!  LOL

Mar 07, 2010 09:54 PM
Elizabeth Weintraub Sacramento Broker
Elizabeth Anne Weintraub, Broker - Sacramento, CA
Put 40 years of experience to work for you

Hmmm . . . the bulk of my business is conducted over the phone and on my computer. I find that whenever I am away from my home office -- whether it's to take a listing, do a home inspection, show homes or go to a closing, the only 4 things worth doing in person -- I get totally backlogged.

Mar 08, 2010 03:26 AM
Jennifer Fivelsdal
JFIVE Home Realty LLC | 845-758-6842|162 Deer Run Rd Red Hook NY 12571 - Rhinebeck, NY
Mid Hudson Valley real estate connection

Monika a combination is ideal.  We need to spend time on-line put the personal connection is also a must.  I find interacting in person not only can I pick up leads I can better connect with the communities I services.

Mar 08, 2010 11:20 PM