buying a home: Tips For Successfully Negotiating As a Buyer.
- 01/29/10 02:22 PM
Successful negotiation is defined as reaching an agreement that satisfies the needs of all parties involved and in which all parties are satisfied. •1. Look at the transaction from the seller's point of view. In negotiating a real estate transaction it is very important to step into the property owner's shoes and look at the transaction from their side. This will help you to get the upper hand. Know their pressure points, and hot buttons. Knowledge is power in a real estate transaction. Know why they are selling, how long the property has been listed, if they are facing foreclosure, or owe … (2 comments)
buying a home: Counseling Buyers To Be Considerate Of The Sellers Emotions Toward Selling Their Home.
- 11/21/09 06:36 AM
Counseling Buyers To Be Considerate Of The Sellers Emotions Toward Selling Their Home. We live in a time when many people are selling their homes not because they're upgrading or moving for their job. Many are selling their homes because the have lost their jobs and can no longer afford the lifestyle the have. These families that worked hard to obtain the dream of home ownership are forced to sell, a lot of times at a loss, due to the current economic situation and less than stellar housing market. These tougher times make it necessary to be over diligent in educating … (6 comments)
buying a home: Got Passion!!! Nothing Great In The World Has Ever Been Accomplished Without Passion.
- 11/07/09 04:26 AM
Got Passion!!! Nothing Great In The World Has Ever Been Accomplished Without Passion. Having passion in life is the single most important aspect of truely living. Passion is not some mushy Soap Opera romance. Passion is a true purpose and enjoyment for how you live and what you do. A passionate person is enjoys who they are and what they are doing. If you are not enjoying what you do then it is time to do something else. A passionate person has the 'Heart of a Teacher'. They understand that life is not about 'who you know' or 'what you know.' … (0 comments)
buying a home: If The Saints Go To The Super Bowl I Will Be There!! Never Say Never!
- 11/07/09 04:24 AM
If The Saints Go To The Super Bowl I Will Be There!! Never Say Never! I have been 'Happily' married to the most wonderful man for 13 years. The secret to our marriage has been that we are very 'like minded' on most subjects. The one area we disagree is on who we follow in sports. I tease my husband that he is a 'fair weather fan'. He follows the Dallas Cowboys, and theTampa Bay Buccanears (just to annoy me). He tends to be more of a fan for the team that is playing better, this year that's Dallas. I am … (0 comments)
buying a home: Banks vs. Mortgage Lenders-- Too Many Choices! How Do You Know What Your Getting?
- 09/25/09 08:53 AM
Banks vs. Mortgage Lenders-- Too Many Choices! How Do You Know What Your Getting? If you are buying a home chances are you will be using a mortgage, and there are some BIG differences between mortgage brokers and bank loan officers. I hope this information assist you in making an educated decision as to which will better suit your needs. Bank loan officers or credit union loan officers are employees who sell and process mortgages for their employer. The loan officers offer a wide variety of loans that all originate from one lending institution, the bank where they are employed. A loan … (2 comments)
buying a home: Not Your Average Home Buyer!!
- 07/30/09 04:32 AM
Have you ever had the oppurtunity to meet someone who inspires you. Someone who renews your energy and revives your drive. I was privileged enough to work with a Buyer recently who was that person. I met Cleveland at a time in my business when I was making the conversion from working harder to learning to work smarter. He came to me from a phone duty lead, right away I could tell we were going to mesh well. He was renting an apartment, at the time, and was ready to take advantage of the great interest rates and step up to home ownership. Even … (7 comments)
buying a home: Green Builders! Why?
- 07/22/09 09:22 AM
Green Building is a fairly new concept to San Antonio that is catching on. Why Build Green? Green homes are designed to use less energy and water than a traditional home, resulting in lower utility bills for the homeowner. The builder uses higher quaility and more durable materials thus lowering the homeowners maintance costs over the life time of the home. Green homes are healthier to live in due to the improved air quality. CPS energy states that an entry level Green Home is 40% more energy efficient than their traditional counter part. Green Building Focuses on 5 Areas! 1. Materials: … (0 comments)
buying a home: Banks vs. Mortgage Brokers
- 07/16/09 10:33 AM
If you are buying a home chances are you will be using a mortgage, and there are some BIG differences between mortgage brokers and bank loan officers. I hope this information assist you in making an educated decision as to which will better suit your needs. Bank loan officers or credit union loan officers are employees who sell and process mortgages for their employer. The loan officers offer a wide variety of loans that all originate from one lending institution, the bank where they are employed. A loan officer assist you in completing an application and provides you with a list of required … (0 comments)
buying a home: Real Estate Humor
- 07/11/09 08:24 AM
I Love this one!!! "I have to have a raise in my commission split," the Realtor said to his Broker. "There are three other companies after me.""Is that so?" asked the Broker. "What other companies are after you?""The electric company, the telephone company, and the gas company." For more Real Estate Humor check out http://www.realestatehumor.com Cindy Cranston Specializing in San Antonio, La Vernia, Floresville and surrounding areas. RE/MAX Vista -Real Esate Agent Email CindyCranston@remax.net Cell 210-373-8634 Website www.GoSeeCindy.com
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buying a home: Real Estate Humor
- 07/11/09 08:21 AM
Terms commonly used by Realtors and there TRUE Meaning.Spacious - averageCharming - smallComfortable - very smallCozy - very, very smallLow maintenance - no lawnWalk to stores - nowhere to park your carPrestigious - expensiveBright and sunny - blinds not includedModern - 20 to 30 years oldContemporary - at least 15 years oldSprawling ranch - unusual floor planNatural setting - forget about planting, the deer will eat everythingSecluded setting - in the middle of nowherePark-like setting - a tree on the blockUnaffected charm - fixer upperStarter home - run downHurry! Won't last - about to collapseAnd much, much more - nothing else … (0 comments)
buying a home: Words of Wisdom
- 07/11/09 08:19 AM
I love this one too!! "Success seems to be largely a matter of hanging on after others have let go" -William Feather Cindy Cranston Specializing in San Antonio, La Vernia, Floresville and surrounding areas. RE/MAX Vista -Real Esate Agent Email CindyCranston@remax.net Cell 210-373-8634 Website www.GoSeeCindy.com
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buying a home: Words of Wisdom
- 07/11/09 08:17 AM
I have been very reflective as of late. This quote really speaks to me, as I hope it does to you. God bless.----Cindy "We must be the change we wish to see in the world." ~ Mahatma Gandhi Cindy Cranston Specializing in San Antonio, La Vernia, Floresville and surrounding areas. RE/MAX Vista -Real Esate Agent Email CindyCranston@remax.net Cell 210-373-8634 Website www.GoSeeCindy.com
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buying a home: Real Estate Humor
- 07/11/09 08:15 AM
Best Deal in TOWN:One Sunday afternoon a couple sees an ad in the paper. They can't believe their eyes. There is a house in the paper for $1000 that is in the nicest part of town. We are talking about a Highland Park mansion for $1000. They think this has to be a misprint, but decide to call anyway.They say to lady who answers we saw your ad, and realize it is a misprint correct. She tells them no it's not & you are actually the first ones to call.They decide to go look at the house. They race over as … (1 comments)
buying a home: Real Estate Humor
- 07/11/09 08:12 AM
In a Real Estate Agents Open House Flyer:This house has only one problem. The oven is self-cleaning, but the kids aren't Cindy Cranston Specializing in San Antonio, La Vernia, Floresville and surrounding areas. RE/MAX Vista -Real Esate Agent Email CindyCranston@remax.net Cell 210-373-8634 Website www.GoSeeCindy.com
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buying a home: Chevette vs. Corvette
- 07/11/09 08:10 AM
Are you tired of hearing comments like these........... "I'm the top salesperson in my company" "I'm a multi-million dollar producer" "I've won numerous awards" "If I can't sell this house no one can" "I'm the best, the greatest, the real estate God, me, me, me, me" Traditional agents boast about their accompishments, you do all the listening. They have huge EGO'S and inflated resumes. But the bottom line is they make everything about THEM. They leave the clients concerns as a secondary consideration. Traditional agents do this because they cannot articulate why they differ from the other 7000 agents in this … (0 comments)
buying a home: Top 10 Household Cleaning Tips Using Vodka...Reasons To Never Drink Vodka.
- 07/11/09 08:07 AM
I was searching for a recipe for Vodka pasta and came across several pages with crazy ways to use Vodka. I found the many uses interesting and thought I would post the better uses. ----Cindy 10. Pour Vodka over Poison Ivy rash To remove the oil from your skin and help in healing. 9. Vodka will disinfect and alleviate a jellyfish sting. 8. Pour 1/2 cup Vodka into a freezer bag and freeze, the frozen slush is a great reusable ice pack. 7. Use a washcloth to rub vodka on chest and back as a liniment to relieve fever pains. 6. … (0 comments)
buying a home: Haunted Real Estate, Dewees Remschel House.
- 07/11/09 08:05 AM
This weeks pick is our very own Dewees Remschel House. Located in southern Wilson County, the Dewees Remschel Home was willed to the National Trust for Historic Preservation in Washington, D.C. by Claribel Dewees Remschel, a direct descendant of the original owners of the ranch. The NTHP felt the home was too difficult to manage from Washington, D.C. and transferred the title to the Wilson County Historical Society. The home is located five miles southwest of Poth, off of FM 541 and CR 206. It was originally built by Dr. R. T. Knox in Gonzales, Texas. It was moved to the … (0 comments)
buying a home: Ready to Trade-up!
- 07/11/09 07:38 AM
Are you ready to trade up, but having serious concerns about the Negatives heard on the nightly news concerning the housing market? If you are a homeowner who is ready for a larger home or just ready to step up the ladder, a down market is the perfect time to buy. Let me explain. Let us say last year you thought of selling your home. You spoke to your REALTOR and she said your home would sell for approximately $300,000. Not quite ready to sell, you decided to wait. Today when you spoke to your REALTOR she said this same … (0 comments)
Qualified first-time home-buyers who purchase a home in 2009 before December 1st will receive a tax credit of 10% of the purchase price up to $8000. Home-buyers can claim the credit on their income taxes and receive money back in excess of taxes. For example if buyer is owed a refund of $1000, and qualifies for the maximum amount of tax credit, he or she could then receive up to $9000 back. This tax credit does not have to be repaid , provided the home is owned for more than 3 years. … (0 comments)
Successful negotiation is defined as reaching an agreement that satisfies the needs of all parties involved and in which all parties are satisfied.
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