real estate: The uneducated cannot teach the uneducated!
- 10/20/08 11:32 AM
I was thinking on this subject after reading a fantastic post by Billy Manders entitled "Helping High School Kids Become Financially Educated...". A concept that came to mind, whilst pondering this nugget of a post... Is the fact that "You won't know, what you don't know, about a subject until you try to teach it". Go ahead.. soak that one up for a second...
... Okay, so my question is. How, as a population, do we expect to teach our children sound financial practices if we don't even know them ourselves?
Not only do we need to get ourselves … (5 comments)
real estate: Close More Deals by Listening More and Talking Less
- 10/20/08 09:31 AM
Close More Deals by Listening More and Talking Less Getting the listing is dependent on many factors of course, but this short piece is about the value of listening. I don't imagine this will be a hard sell to anyone reading this. We all know it's important, but do we do it? One of the most dramatic and helpful things you can sometimes (and it's one of my personal favorites) is to simply shut up. A brief pause in communication gives breathing room and get yield very good results. Shutting your mouth for a bit and letting the conversation breath … (5 comments)
real estate: Flexibility pays my bills... but does it hurt my name?
- 10/20/08 07:19 AM
So... I'm a certified specialist in luxury real estate through Century 21 Fine Homes & Estates. However, given the current state of things, I've been more flexible lately in the sense that I've been working leads and deals that would be considered "outside my niche". This has opened up a lot of business for me and has been bringing in consistent income. So that's good right?
My concern is how this effects my image. Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying that working these deals some how gives me a bad image.. no. What I'm saying I've been working hard … (6 comments)
real estate: 2511 Ranch Reserve Rdg. Price reduced from 3.3M to 2,999,999.
- 10/16/08 05:28 PM
Featuring 2511 Ranch Reserve Rdg. Once listed at 3.4M now lowered just below 3M at $2,999,999. This palatial master piece won't last long, make an offer now. Welcome to the 'Villa Di Colone'. Guaranteed to please even the most discriminating buyer.
This 5 bed 8 bath dream home features an elevator that ensures access for everyone to all 8,969 of the luxurious square feet.
This Italian Villa style home also features limestone columns and travertine floors.
Enjoy the peace and quiet in the opulent office/study...
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real estate: What could I have done? ... I HAD to call the police.
- 10/16/08 02:58 PM
Ok, so I've been in real estate for a little while now. I absolutely love my work, I feel (with out being overly arrogant) that I'm pretty good at what I do. Just given the amount of time I've been in the business, I can already write a book on "weird experiences". My most recent one came to an end (or so I hope) this morning. Here it goes:
So two days ago, I get a call on one of my "investor special" listings in downtown Denver. It was a female, and she was asking if anyone had called animal … (85 comments)
real estate: Come Home to Your Investment
- 10/16/08 07:14 AM
Come Home to Your InvestmentWith the recent volatility in the stock market, home buyers are getting off the roller coaster and parlaying their finances into their home. Over the long term, real estate has proven to be the most reliable investment. (And, why not live in your investment?) Despite what Wall Street wants you to believe, owning a home isn't so stupid after all.Top Five Reasons why you get more for your money compared with renting or playing the Stock Market:1. Leverage. No Stock Market investment of $200,000 can be bought for as little as $20,000 cash to close. You'll own the entire home and get … (1 comments)
Borrowing money has been made easier by Colorado's biggest mortgage lender. Wells fargo upgraded the status of the Denver Metro area from 'distressed' to 'stable'. "The fundamentals in the Denver market are changing" says Greg Osborne, Regional Vice President of Wells Fargo Home Mortgage. "Inventory is being worked down, and as a result, prices are stabilizing".
There has been a 20% drop in homes on the market, according to August's numbers. 24,648 homes on the market. Over 6,000 less than last years 30,827.
Jim Theye, managing broker for Kentwood … (7 comments)
real estate: Good afternoon friends.
- 10/09/08 06:22 AM
These "troubled times" are looking vaguely familiar (judging solely by my history books, and not firsthand accounts). I think it behooves us not to panic. Rather, we should 1. Trust in God, and 2. Learn from the past. Lately, seeing as ALL of our political leaders are too busy lying about each other, I've been reading, what is considered to have been one of the most successful moral boosting campaigns this country has ever seen, the Fireside Chats. Delivered by one of our greatest Presidents (FDR) these "chats" were key factors in delivering us from the Great Depression. Now I know that our current debt … (1 comments)
Here we go again! Yet another occurrence where I make the mistake of believing was most Realtors say about MY business HA! I really should learn more from these mistakes rather than making them twice... or three times. Here's the deal, once again it's NOT as complicated as we make it. I look at a vast majority of Realtors who are prepping their business for bed. Putting on a nightgown to take a four or five month nap, and what do they talk about whilst putting on these garments of rest? How they're about to take a huge hit because business … (13 comments)
One of the great challenges to selling a home can be showing all of its space, decor and natural light potential. For example, every home has crowded closets and dead space. Sellers should be aware that areas such as these are easy to spruce-up with a little elbow grease and old-fashioned innovation.
Begin by evaluating your closet/storage space, determine which areas can cut-down in clutter. Go through old clothes, shoes, etc., and get rid of anything that will not be used and in … (9 comments)
real estate: Beautiful Westminster Condo just minutes from I-25 NEW PRICE!!
- 09/02/08 05:16 AM
This is a must see! A beautifully maintained penthouse condo. An oversized garage below the unit with storage. A large private deck with a view of the mountains. A warm, open floor plan with a gas fire place. Oak cabinets. Wood floors. Vaulted ceilings. And a large master suite with dual walk-in closets. Best of all, the units are staggered so there are no party walls! Make an offer today!
Visit the property website for more details.
www.11557decatur.com
Brendan Winans Century 21 Metro Alliance 1333 W. 120th Ave. Ste. 308 Westminster CO. 80234 mobile - 303.829.7214 … (0 comments)
real estate: My Real Estate Game.
- 08/19/08 02:12 AM
Ok, so I'm a pretty patient guy. That would explain why this is my first "rant" and not my billionth. I'm tired you guys. I'm tired of agents crying "oh the market is so bad" or "oh the market is damaged" or "down" or "damned", or some other "D" words that I just can't think of right now! Well I'm here to say it's none of those! It's a "Different" market, nothing else! Nowhere in the job description of a Realtor does it say "You shall list and sell properties with ease", nowhere are we guaranteed to be pampered through out … (8 comments)
real estate: Good News You Can Spread to Your Clients!
- 08/18/08 04:29 PM
For those of us who don't feel the need to preach "Doom and Gloom" to justify a lack of business, here are some articles about the positive signs in the market.
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real estate: Moving On: Powerful Tips For Selling Your Home.
- 08/08/08 03:16 AM
MOVING ON: POWERFUL TIPS FOR SELLING YOUR HOME. By: Brendan Winans Century 21 Metro Alliance 1333 W. 120th Ave. Westminster CO. 80234 Office (303) 452-0540 Mobile (303) 829-7214 Maybe you're moving to a larger home to accommodate a growing family, relocating for a new career opportunity, or purchasing a townhouse for retirement. Whatever the reason for the move, you'll need to take the necessary steps to sell your home for the best possible price, within a reasonable amount of time. Where do you begin?
If you're like most people, you'll start by seeking assistance from a professional. … (0 comments)
By Brendan Winans Century 21 Metro Alliance 1333 W. 120th Ave. Westminster CO. 80234 Office (303) 452-0540 Mobile (303) 829-7214 Moving from one house to another is always a challenge, but it doesn’t have to be a nightmare. Here are some simple tips on how to get it done with minimal stress and strain. · Look at all the alternatives: hiring a moving company, for example, versus renting a truck and doing it yourself. Whichever alternative makes most sense for you, get … (1 comments)
By: Brendan Winans Century 21 Metro Alliance 1333 W. 120th Ave. Westminster CO. 80234 Mobile (303) 829-7214 Office (303) 452-0540
When trying to sell a home, silence isn't always golden especially when you're expecting your real estate agent to call. In fact, it's one of the leading complaints among sellers in the real estate market. Often times you find an agent who is more than willing to take on your listing, but once the relationship is made, the seller enjoys getting a call at least once a week.
By: Brendan Winans Century 21 Metro Alliance 1333 W. 120th Ave. Westminster CO. 80234 Mobile (303) 829-7214 Office (303) 452-0540
Perhaps you’d like to take advantage of today’s great buyer’s market in housing but feel a little intimidated by everything that’s involved. You know the routine: finding the right locale and the right house; negotiating an agreement; putting together a down payment; and selecting the best mortgage available. There are two things you can do to make every step run smoothly. The first is to select a really professional agent … (3 comments)
real estate: ADORABLE home! A real life doll house! and a 30% Referral fee as well!
- 07/31/08 02:11 AM
Come see this adorable home, conveniently located just minutes from I-25! This 3 Bed 2 1/2 Bath doll house, is truly a gem! Add this one to your list of homes to show, but I would save it for last (because thats where the BEST belong!)
The warmth and comfort of this home is unlike any other! For more detailed information, please click here. This listing is offered by Brendan Winans of Century 21 Metro Alliance. 1333 W. 120th Ave. Westminster CO. 80234. Mobile (303) 829-7214 Office (303) 452-0540 email - Brendan.winans@century21.com
I was thinking on this subject after reading a fantastic post by Billy Manders entitled "Helping High School Kids Become Financially Educated...". A concept that came to mind, whilst pondering this nugget of a post... Is the fact that "You won't know, what you don't know, about a subject until you try to teach it". Go ahead.. soak that one up for a second...
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