christopher smith: Skogman Realty - Christopher Smith - Working Smarter, Not Harder!
- 12/28/06 07:47 AM
I have spoken to hundreds of people in Cedar Rapids and asked them if they were to search for information on a real estate website, what would they want to see. Based on these surveys, I have put together a website with the user in mind and not the Realtor. Every Realtor can probably brag about their accomplishments but when it comes right down to it, knowone needs to know that information. What you do need to know is how can I get listings delivered to my email address without being "stalked" day and night by a Realtor? How can I find (1 comments)
Number one website in Cedar Rapids, Iowa (ranked by Point2Agent.com)Number one website in Iowa (ranked by Point2Agent.com)Ranked in top 100 out of 100,000 websites in America (ranked by Point2Agent.com)Number one real estate blog in Cedar Rapids.Number one real estate blog in Iowa.Ranked number 52 for real estate blogs in the country out of 11,000 other Realtors and paraprofessionals (ranked by http://www.activerain.com/)Markets and advertises your listings locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally.Exposes your property to more potential buyers than any other Realtor in town.Goes door to door to "feeder neighborhoods" (neighborhoods whose price range is lower than your neighborhood) to solicit buyer (4 comments)
christopher smith: Cedar Rapids Real Estate Expert Report
- 12/23/06 08:34 AM
As of December 23, 2006, inventory continues to be plentiful in the Cedar Rapids, Marion, and surrounding areas. The most houses for sale are located in Northeast Cedar Rapids and Marion, Iowa. The most condos for sale however are on the Southwest side of Cedar Rapids. Interest rates for a 30 year Fixed Rate are at 5.75% and holding over the holidays. This interest rate is fantastic and allows a homeowner to afford more home for less money. The buyers that are shopping right now in this area are serious and have to buy, so if you are a seller and have an (0 comments)
As a former elementary school teacher, Christopher Smith served children and their families for twelve years. As a father of an adopted child from China and a child of his own, he knows the responsibilities of raising children in today's society. Born and raised in Cedar Rapids, Christopher knows the market where he works and always puts your needs ahead of his own. There are literally hundreds of Realtors in the Cedar Rapids area. Most of these Realtors have more experience than Christopher. So the question begs, "Why should you choose Christopher Smith as your Realtor over someone else with more (0 comments)
900 8th Street, Marion, Iowa 52302 This cozy century home is completely updated and ready for a new owner! The enclosed front porch welcomes you into this neutrally decorated home with living room, family room, eat-in kitchen, and main floor master with a half bath. There are two large bedrooms and a bonus room on the upper level. Main floor laundry, 2 car detached garage, and a fenced corner lot. There is a lot of house for the money and plenty of storage in the dry basement! Click on this link for complete details on this gorgeous turn of the century home. Brilliant (2 comments)
211 Morningside Ct. NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402 Almost 4000 square feet of living area in this oversized, elegant ranch in Bowman Woods. This property is an unheard of $124.00 a square foot, while other comparable properties are $146.00 per square foot and higher. This is the only property of it's kind in the Northeast quadrant of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Cul-de-sac with panoramic view of the valley. Minutes from shopping, bike trail, and pool. Two gas fireplaces, main floor features den with visionary door and stained glass transom windows, laundry room, dining room, butler's bar, crown molding with 10 ft. ceilings, kitchen has (0 comments)
Fall is a wonderful time to buy a home in Marion, Iowa. There is plenty of inventory to choose from in all different styles of homes and condominiums. Marion, Iowa separates itself from big brother Cedar Rapids with it's small town way of life. Small and quaint corner cafes, antique shopping that's second to none, and comfort food at one of Marion's appetizing restaurants sum up a few reasons why people naturally gravitate towards Marion, Iowa. We are blessed to have one of the safest cities in Iowa, thanks to the Marion Police Department and all of the outreach programs they have (4 comments)
christopher smith: Real Estate in Northeast Cedar Rapids is Warm and Cozy!
- 10/02/06 06:11 AM
Fall weather might be here, but real estate in Northeast Cedar Rapids is warm and toasty! If you're looking to move to one of the most popular and beautiful sections of Cedar Rapids, look no further. Here is some demographic data for the zip code 52402, which is primarily Northeast Cedar Rapids. Population: Total Population: 39,360 Employment: White Collar: 21,706 Blue Collar: 5,080 Households: Total Households: 16,529 Family Households: 10,032 Non-Family Households: 6,497 Education: No High School 393 Some High School 1197 Some College 5421 Associate Degree 2723 Bachelor's Degree 7213 Graduate Degree 2356 Weather: Average High in January 28.30 Average Low in January 11.50 Average High in July 85.30 Average Low in July 64.30 Annual Precipitation 36.32 in. Crime: *The following values are represented as (1 comments)
christopher smith: Skogman Realty and Christopher Smith
- 08/25/06 05:36 AM
In 1974, when I was a wee lad at the age of 12, I was asked to play on a little league baseball team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The name of the team was Skogman Realty. I played for two seasons with Skogman and then went on to the bigger and better things on the high school level and beyond! Thirty two years later, two college degrees, and three career changes later, I am back with Skogman Realty as a Realtor, ready to serve the city where I grew up in! I am very excited about this career, because I have (2 comments)
christopher smith: Telephone Dialogues
- 08/17/06 04:49 AM
Does anyone out there in AR world have any telephone dialogues they would like to share with the rest of us. I am always looking for new, innovative ways to reach potential clients in my area. Any "nuggets" would be welcomed, and thank you! Here are a few of mine that I use: 1. Just Listed Dialogue: Mr./Mrs _____________. Hi, my name is Christopher Smith from Skogman Realty. How are you doing tonight? Good, listen, I won't keep you long. The reason I'm calling, I don't know if you are aware of this or not, but we have just listed a house a (4 comments)
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