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Video continues as a powerful tool for Real Estate

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with Sandpoint Realty LLC DB36113

Video continues as a powerful tool for Real Estate

I recently posted a new 'Off Grid' listing.  The pictures supplied to me were good pictures.  I did not want to have a listing I had not seen in person though.  With the recent snow and Upper Pack River Road turning to snow mobile trails I did not know how close I would be able to get.  

 

With Halley anxious to get out we took off early Sunday morning.  I was quite pleased to see how well the road and subsequent trails were plowed and groomed.  This is going to be a fantastic selling point.  I must admit that after seeing 'The Revenant", per Hannah Williams suggestion, I walked a bit more cautiously and cognizant of the surrounding area.  

 

When I arrived I could not believe the beauty of the Property with the river passing by.  The scene was off a post card.  And yes I kept flashing back to the just watched movie.  Not deterred though I started taking videos and extra pictures inside.  I felt a magnet kind of force pulling me.  I did not want to leave.  I wanted to light a fire and stay.  I did my best to pass this feeling along with my video.  Something that just did not come across in pictures I had seen.   I believe I was successful. ( lol - Maybe too successful ) Below was the comment I received back from the owner after I had sent them this video to review.  

 

You did an awesome job on this!   Now I want to go up there and spend the night again!   If it sells, so be it, if not I need to go and enjoy it !!!   thanks.

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Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Wow you did an awesome job Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint  it did look like scenes from "The Revenant"  Looks like this one will sell . Is that your dog in the photo .What a beauty !

Jan 22, 2016 01:09 PM
Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint-Idaho

She is Miss Halley.  Came out of the shelter as Daisy and could not live with that.  She was a handful the first year.  A good girl and was definitely in here element that day.  Thanks for stopping by.  Mark  PS...think I am going to see Big Short this weekend.  

Jan 22, 2016 01:12 PM
Linda Guess
Keller Williams Tri-Lakes Branson, MO - Branson, MO
Branson area real estate sales.

That is a great video.  What a nice place in which to escape the rest of the world.  How relaxing with the view and sounds of the river.

Jan 22, 2016 01:16 PM
Jon Zolsky, Daytona Beach, FL
Daytona Condo Realty, 386-405-4408 - Daytona Beach, FL
Buy Daytona condos for heavenly good prices

Mark - it all came perfectly together. Video is good, steady, taken with understanding... and the voice over is perfect, nothig sugary, no hype... I like it a lot.

 

Jan 22, 2016 01:29 PM
Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint-Idaho

Jon thank you for stopping by and the kind words.  Make it a great weekend.  Mark

Jan 22, 2016 01:30 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Mark I am still fighting this battle I guess I am years behind, I know some people on AR who have embraced this concept years ago.....Endre

Jan 22, 2016 02:10 PM
TeamCHI - Complete Home Inspections, Inc.
Complete Home Inspections, Inc. - Brentwood, TN
Home Inspectons - Nashville, TN area - 615.661.029

 Good morning Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint . I do have to agree with you that video is a great concept that many do not utilize. Yes, it does take longer and the results are well worth it.

Jan 22, 2016 06:17 PM
Joe Petrowsky
Mortgage Consultant, Right Trac Financial Group, Inc. NMLS # 2709 - Manchester, CT
Your Mortgage Consultant for Life

Good morning Mark. Nice job with the videos, you are so right about them being a powerful tool.

Jan 22, 2016 07:04 PM
Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint-Idaho
Sandpoint Realty LLC - Sandpoint, ID
North Idaho Real Estate - 208-255.6227

Endre Barath, Jr. .  Top of the morning.  

From your posts I get the impression you deal with many out of area clients.  This has proved to be a big asset with those type of clients.  I know mine certainly appreciate the video which gives a more complete view than say a 'tour factory' type slide show.  It is not too difficult to start.  Just like anything a learning curve with the start up.   No cost involved!!  I would be happy to spend some time on the phone and help with a quick run down if you would like.   With me that always makes all the difference in the world.  Mark

Jan 23, 2016 12:48 AM
John Pusa
Glendale, CA

Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint I agree, video is a powerful tool for real estate.

Jan 23, 2016 01:17 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Mark- I loved it!  First of all, your voice matches what you look like!  The video is enough to make the heartiest of southern gals want to trek to the woods!  And, I think Halley should be in all of your videos.  BTW- the music was perfect. 

Jan 23, 2016 01:27 AM
Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint-Idaho

Thank you so much for watching and the kind words.  I did take a little extra time with the music in wanting it to fit the mood as close as possible while allowing the river to still be heard.  Thanks again for stopping by.  Make it a great weekend.  Mark

Jan 23, 2016 09:05 AM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Mark

That is a wonderful video that really captures the feel of this special property. And with the seller's compliment I'd say you are well on your way to a quick sell. Good luck!

Jeff

Jan 23, 2016 02:12 AM
Chris Ann Cleland
Long and Foster Real Estate - Gainesville, VA
Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

I have not yet committed to video in real estate, but need to jump in one of these days.

Jan 23, 2016 02:59 AM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

You make excellent points about video, Mark!  I've used it in marketing unique or upper end homes, but for the most part have otherwise stayed with stills.

Jan 23, 2016 05:19 AM
Elizabeth Weintraub Sacramento Broker
Elizabeth Anne Weintraub, Broker - Sacramento, CA
Put 40 years of experience to work for you

I watched this entire video, and I really do not like watching most videos, too time consuming, but this was really great. Your narration, well, you sound better than Kurt McVeigh or even Sam Elliott.

Jan 23, 2016 10:02 AM
Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint-Idaho

Holy Crap Elizabeth!  Sam Elliot?  I have reached a pinnacle.  I can go tonight and be ok with it.    Thank yor for stopping by.  Mark

Jan 23, 2016 01:13 PM
Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties
Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN
The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

Such a good job on the video. You know you did good if the seller is second guessing himself. 

Jan 23, 2016 10:57 AM
Mark Don McInnes, Sandpoint-Idaho

I did get a bit of a chuckle out of that.  Thanks for stopping by.  Mark

Jan 23, 2016 01:11 PM
Robert Vegas Bob Swetz
Las Vegas, NV

Hello Mark ... the answer to your title is YES and I have been trying to tell agents this for years 

I have over 1111 videos on 2 YouTube accounts, very few are about Real Estate but the ones that are direct leads too me 

Jan 23, 2016 11:37 AM
Noah Seidenberg
Coldwell Banker - Evanston, IL
Chicagoland and Suburbs (800) 858-7917

So true Mark, video is a powerful tool for marketing.

Jan 23, 2016 11:44 AM
Lou Ludwig
Ludwig & Associates - Boca Raton, FL
Designations Earned CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRES, TRC

Mark

What a great setting to live off the grid.

Good luck and success.

Lou Ludwig

Jan 23, 2016 11:52 AM
Troy Erickson AZ Realtor (602) 295-6807
HomeSmart - Chandler, AZ
Your Chandler, Ahwatukee, and East Valley Realtor

Mark - Video is a great tool for selling real estate. You did a great job making that off grid property look like a winter paradise.

Jan 23, 2016 01:08 PM
Robert Bob Gilbert
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Anderson Properties - Katy, TX
Your Katy TX ( West of Houston) Real Estate Expert

Mark, Your video is excellent and will draw potential buyers by showing everyone the beauty of the natural paradise. 

Jan 24, 2016 05:16 AM
Lou Ludwig
Ludwig & Associates - Boca Raton, FL
Designations Earned CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRES, TRC

Mark

Video is becoming bigger and bigger in real estate marketing.

Good luck and success.

Lou Ludwig

Jan 24, 2016 11:25 AM