I thought about my target market recently, and I really have two, the first being family and the second is first time home buyers. Both of these groups involve more work, but the work to me is more satisfying.

You see, with kids I get the enjoyment of getting them to smile, as they know they are just as much a part of this as mom and dad. The first time home buyer is someone who I get to educate and teach the ins and outs of the home buying process.

I've targeted these two groups and I really enjoy them. But it also means I have to target a certain kind of seller. I work to find great homes for first time home buyers and families. These homes usually aren't in upper end neighborhoods, but at the same time they are not in bad parts of town, in my opinion.

I have sellers who call me and tell me they want to list with me, but when I find out where they live, or see their home, I have to turn down the listing. Not because I don't like the home or the area, but I truly feel that my advertising, and the buyers I market to, are not going to call for that type of home or that area.

Now, if someone does call me and I just don't feel I can't do the best job for them, I am going to refer them to another agent that I know specializes in that area or that type of home. I've heard from others that I should take any and all listings, no matter the area or the price, and I just can't agree with that.

I truly believe each and every one of my clients is special and if I can't help them, then I'm doing a disservice to them and my family. If you are a seller, and you think your home is special and would be great for a family or a first time home buyer, please give me a call. I would love to see if I can create a match made in heaven with one of my hundreds of buyers that call every month.

Todd Clark - broker
Kastings & Associates
Phone: (503)524-9494
Fax: (503)622-8739

Todd Clark and the Friendly Home Team
Knipe Realty
Todd@IFoundYourNewHome.com
Phone: (503)524-9494
Fax: (503)622-8739

 

 

 I am a licensed Realtor who specializes in Washington County, Oregon and also work in both Clackamas and Multnomah Counties including the cities of Aloha, Beaverton, Canby, Clackamas, Gladstone, Gresham, Happy Valley, Hillsboro, Milwaukie, Oregon City, Sherwood and Tigard.
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