home: The Art of Database Management: Working Smarter
- 04/17/07 04:12 AM
The relationship you develop with your customers, combined with the personal information you are constantly collecting, can be a goldmine for future business. The fact is most business professionals spend a significant amount of money marketing to people they don't know in an effort to procure new business. Wouldn't it make more sense to go deeper with your existing clients-to really understand their needs-and spend your marketing dollars on people you already have a relationship with? In Bill Gates' book, Business at the Speed of Thought,* he states: "How you gather, manage and use information to serve the needs of your … (2 comments)
home: Take Time Out for Planning
- 02/01/07 06:15 AM
ON-TimeTake Time Out for Planning Have you ever had days, weeks, or even months go by when you were frustrated in your work activities because you failed to implement the things that you know you need to do in order to be more successful? Perhaps you've taken pages and pages of great notes at seminars on the subject of how to improve your business, only to return to the office the next day and implement none of it. The reason this happens to people is because they lack a plan. More importantly, it happens because they are not practicing ON-Time.ON-Time is a … (0 comments)
home: The FSBO Assistant
- 02/01/07 06:13 AM
The FSBO AssistantGiving to Receive One nice thing about For Sale By Owner (FSBO) homes is that the owners advertise to the general populace, which makes them easy to find! You have their address in any ad they put out, which means you can do some extremely targeted marketing.Another important thing to know about these "do-it-yourself" types is that most of them fail in trying to sell their own homes, and end up needing the services of a Real Estate Agent. You just need to make sure you're the first agent on their mind!To that end, I recommend giving the FSBOs in … (0 comments)
home: 33 Ways to Sell Your Home
- 12/14/06 06:41 AM
I have a handout entitled "33 Ways to Sell Your Home Fast". If anyone would like for me to email them a copy, please let me know. I can also attach it to an email and forward it. It has proven successful with several agents recently and I would love to help you make more money! … (7 comments)
There is a great debate within the inner-mortgage circles these days. Should we, as loan professionals, encourage clients to borrow as much money as possible? Or would consumers benefit more if we helped them to understand the advantages of 15-year amortization schedules and pre-paying principal? Let's examine the pros and cons of both strategies.
Leveraging Your Property. In order to understand why you'd want to borrow as much as possible for your home purchase, you must first grasp the concept that equity has a zero rate of return. Here's an example: If Consumer "A" buys … (0 comments)
home: Home Improvements
- 10/31/06 05:53 AM
Many Loan Options Available Home Improvements Turn Average Homes into Dreams Come True By Chuck Walden, PresidentSignature Lending Group, Inc
If you’re thinking about taking out a home improvement loan, there are several options to consider. First and foremost, your mortgage consultant needs to know why you want a home improvement loan. Here are some factors to take into consideration.
· How long have you been in the home? · Will the improvements increase the property value? · Are you making improvements to increase energy efficiency? · Will improvements be made in one fell swoop, or in stages? · What is the current outstanding balance on your mortgage? · … (0 comments)
home: Home Buyers Face Decisions
- 10/23/06 05:42 AM
Seek a Qualified Mortgage Consultant to Ensure the Best Results Home Buyers Face Decisions that Affect Their Long-Term Financial Picture By Chuck Walden, PresidentSignature Lending Group, Inc
Atlanta, GA – Taking the step into home ownership is one of the most important financial decisions a person will make in their lifetime. There are many factors to consider when embarking on this venture. Literally hundreds of loan programs are available, and it is important to find the one that best fits your personal long-term goals.
First and foremost, you must have a mortgage consultant in your corner that is willing to take the time to know … (0 comments)
The relationship you develop with your customers, combined with the personal information you are constantly collecting, can be a goldmine for future business. The fact is most business professionals spend a significant amount of money marketing to people they don't know in an effort to procure new business. Wouldn't it make more sense to go deeper with your existing clients-to really understand their needs-and spend your marketing dollars on people you already have a relationship with? In Bill Gates' book, Business at the Speed of Thought,* he states: "How you gather, manage and use information to serve the needs of your … (2 comments)
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