19118: A New Approach-Home of the Flat Rate Commission
- 02/28/19 06:59 PM
Here is a somewhat new concept in the real estate industry-Flat Rate Commission! That is the focus of Fierce Realty Corp based in Bala Cynwyd, Pa. The client will know exactly the fee for us to sell their home and it will be a lot cheaper than a percentage of the sale. The minimun commission on the listing side can go as low as $2500. We also incorporate charitable living as we are rooted and grounded in the communities we served! Reach out to us and learn more about how we are stirring the pot in the real estate industry! (0 comments)
19118: "Finishing Friends"
- 06/21/18 07:53 AM
I'm an avid reader. I love to read about technology, history, real estate, and self-improvement. I recently came across a book written by a local Broker/Lawyer in my area titled "Finishing on Top: How to achieve personal goals, become successful, and experience happiness through the power of finishing by Sherman Toppin, ESQ. In the book, the author makes mention of "Finishing Friends". He says that to achieve success you must climb a mountain and all your friends who are on the bottom of the mountain with you will think you are crazy once you start climbing. On your journey to the top (4 comments)
1. RE License courses didn't teach you how to find new clients. 2. You are in the lead generation business first, real estate business second. 3. Your work hours will be crazy. (prepare your family) 4.Real estate is harder than you imagined-you need not just one client but hundreds 5. Most Realtors are not hard-wired to be self employed (your own boss)
Bonus Tip: It gets better, eventually you will build a referral business and will not have to work as hard. Good Luck! For help on how to get started quickly and to prevent some of the (2 comments)
Tips for Rental Inspections As a Realtor, when I conduct a showing or a walk-through with my client, I am looking for active leaks, ceiling and floor stains, electrical amps, fresh paint, safety concerns (missing railings, trip hazards), adequate space in kitchens and bathrooms, closet space, storage, and most important cleanliness. As a new landlord you should look at your rental unit as if it were a place you would live in. Give it the same inspection you would give to a place you would be interested in renting. It doesn’t have to be top (2 comments)
19118: Condo in Philadelphia, Fairmount Park View
- 02/14/18 02:11 AM
Gorgeous mid century-modern two bedroom unit at the Park Plaza Condominiums! Tremendous amount of natural light from the huge balcony! Beautiful view of nearby Fairmont Park. This 2 bed/ 2 full bath unit has an open floor living and dining rooms with Pergo flooring. Master bedroom has it's own dressing room with massive closets, en-suite bathroom. Park Plaza features many amenities including an outdoor pool, indoor pool, tennis court and beautifully landscaped grounds. The building has 24 hour concierge, and a doorman. In addition, there is a on-site gym with indoor pool, conference and party rooms, and most importantly, plenty of (2 comments)
19118: 100 Reasons Why to hire a Realtor
- 01/12/18 05:12 PM
There are 100 reasons why to hire a Realtor, but for now I will give you only 10 really good reasons. If you are thinking of buying and selling without one, please read this post and re-think that decision.
What can go wrong in a Real Estate Transaction 1. Title Company misses a tax lein 2. Termite Report reveals substantial damage. 3. Seller's didn't tell reveal that they are in the middle of a divorce. 4. Buyer did not tell the truth on loan application 5. A real estate attorney gets involved. 6. The appraiser is not local and misunderstands the market. 7. The buyer or seller goes on (1 comments)
19118: Buyer's-FYI
- 01/12/18 04:50 PM
FYI Why is Inventory so Low Presently??? Lack of New Constr for Buyers (20 yr Low) 6. Sellers can’t find Reasonable Priced Home to Buy Lack of Condo’s being Built for Buyers 7. Sellers Scared to Sell w/o Home one Targeted. Older Sellers not moving to Florida. 8. Sellers may have Better Interest Rates than now. Sellers still don’t have $$ Equity they Like 9. Increased # of Buyers due to Rates & Consum Confid Sellers have 1st /2nd Mtgs. Underwater?? 10. Sellers have Credit Issues – New mtg. app Problem This is why, (3 comments)
19118: New Listing-7402 Ruskin Rd, Philadelphia Pa 19151
- 01/07/18 04:54 AM
Welcome to this Beautiful completely move in ready, modern three bedroom home with 3 Full Bathrooms (which includes a Master Bath) a finished basement with a second kitchen and lovely rejuvenated hardwood floors throughout. Central Heating and A/C for hot summers and cold winters. Located in the desirable section of Overbrook Park, Philadelphia. Please find easy accessible transportation and easy access to Center City with minutes from all major expressways. This home has Gorgeous tile floors in kitchen, all 3 baths, and basement. The finished Basement is great for a man cave, in law suite, family room, playroom or entertainment mecca. (4 comments)
19118: Net Neutrality is a Game Changer
- 12/15/17 01:44 AM
Many real estate professionals and companies may now be at a disadvantage to deliver services to consumers online, as the Federal Communications Commission voted Thursday to repeal net neutrality rules. The move allows internet service providers to restrict the content its consumers see and implement pay-to-play policies, giving priority to content providers who pay a fee. For small-business owners, such as real estate agents and indie brokers, that could severely cripple their ability to reach a wider audience online.“The FCC’s rollback of the Open Internet Order will mean higher costs and slower service for millions of American consumers and businesses,” Elizabeth (3 comments)
19118: 48 E Wister, Philadelphia Pa 19144
- 12/05/17 02:24 AM
Please watch video tour of this beautiful home Just blocks away from the Wayne Junction redevelopment project Nestled down a quiet road sits this gorgeous detached home updated for today's modern living in the desirable Germanton-Wayne Junction Section of Philadelphia. Enter this beautiful enormous home into a spacious living room and dining room. Enjoy the modern open concept and gigantic Eat-kitchen with beautiful tile floor and lovely counter tops. There are four spacious bedrooms on the upper and third level. The hall bathroom has been completely renovated with new tile and a unique design. The yard is very large for plenty (5 comments)
19118: Condo in Philadelphia, Fairmount Park View
- 12/05/17 02:19 AM
2900 Ford Rd, Unit 8G Philadelphia Pa 19131 Owner Motivated! Will pay 6 months Capital Contribution expense with any reasonable offer! Gorgeous mid century-modern two bedroom unit at the Park Plaza Condominiums! Tremendous amount of natural light from the huge balcony! Beautiful view of nearby Fairmont Park. This 2 bed/ 2 full bath unit has an open floor living and dining rooms with Pergo flooring. Master bedroom has it's own dressing room with massive closets, en-suite bathroom. Park Plaza features many amenities including an outdoor pool, indoor pool, tennis court and beautifully landscaped grounds. The building has 24 hour concierge, and a (1 comments)
19118: Red Flags to Look for When Buying a Home
- 12/05/17 02:06 AM
When you and your buyers are touring open houses, tell them to watch for signs of larger issues with the property. Jenna Dougherty and Greta Eoff of the DeMasi Group at Keller Williams Realty in Davis, Calif., shared items that should raise alarms for buyers. Overpowering scent. If sellers are being too heavy-handed with scented candles or other fragrances, it could mean they are trying to cover up the source of more serious odors, such as a musty smell from mold, pets, or something else. Poor tiling. If there are gaps in the tiles or if the tiles are slightly uneven, it may (2 comments)
19118: Unethical Agents, Brokers, Lenders
- 07/20/17 01:05 AM
After surviving an 8-day settlement process, I wish to no longer cooperate with real estate agents that are not Realtors. The difference in my opinion is ethics and honesty. I do not know if that is a possibility with the MLS rules, but if not, I will surely advocate for such a thing. Why? Cooperating with agents that are free from following the Code of Ethics that we as Realtors pledge to follow is very frustrating. It makes the transaction process so much more difficult with having to decipher and read through lie after lie. My seller and I received a settlement (4 comments)
19118: Superagentlive.com Interview
- 07/03/17 05:46 PM
About seven or eight months ago I was interviewed on Superagentlive.com about my successful first year in real estate. I started my career in real estate in November of 2015. It seems like a lifetime ago. Before that I was selling pre paid cell phones in a retail chain store. I was discouraged, disappointed, and at the brink of giving up on ever being successful in business. When I was 8 years old, I would dream about running a successful business. I had a pretend office, desk, supplies, and a burning desire to make it big and leave the South Bronx (3 comments)
19118: 2950 N 6th St, Philadelphia Pa 19133
- 05/31/17 03:01 AM
Motivated Sellers! Move in Ready! All brand new Appliances Included. Take a look at this modern cozy 2 story, 4 bedroom 2 Full Bath home. It has been completely rehabbed from top to bottom. The home has beautiful hard wood floors, fresh paint, amazing lighting, new kitchen and bath, ceramic counters, and more. Upstairs you will find 3 large bedrooms and one full bath and plenty of storage. Main floor has an additional bedroom and full bath. Quiet block with easy access to Center City, shopping, restaurants and public transportation. This home will not last! Going, Going, Sold! (5 comments)
19118: Having a Real Estate Security Plan is important
- 05/31/17 02:18 AM
Real Estate Agent's are at risk when it comes to showing homes alone, sitting Open Houses, and taking photo's of vacant listing. Because we-Real Estate Agent's, are independent contractors, our security and safety must be our own responsibility. As a successful agent, I have shown thousands of homes and sat hundreds of open houses alone, but not until last weekend did I realize that I needed a safety plan. I was sitting an Open House in North Philadelphia on Sunday alone. I set up my open house table next to the door, so that the guest will immediately be able to sign in, (2 comments)
19118: Why building a team is crucial
- 04/26/17 02:48 AM
Building a Real Estate Team is crucial to my success as a Real Estate Agent. It helps provide leverage and it can take my business to another level. I have hired an assistant and a Buyer's Agent. The Buyer's agent works exclusively with potential buyers-reaching out, following up, home tours, explaining agreements of sale, explaining the inspection and appraisal process, and helping new home buyers navigate the entire process. This is extremely helpful to me because I am solely a listing agent and I work better with maniac prospecting for new homes to list. My team member is able to fill in the gap and tap into the need of buyer;s (4 comments)
19118: I'm an official Award Winning Realtor
- 04/04/17 11:09 PM
I have managed to achieve success as a Realtor after only a short period of time. Most agents fail their first couple of months in the business. They don't normally commit to it full time, they flap in the win with little direction, and they have difficulty with time management. They also do not understand that prospecting is a key activity over everything else. I've learned early on that I couldn't just be happy with the title of Realtor and a fancy business card. I had no formal sales experience and no contacts or family in my city or in the business that could help me get (6 comments)
19118: 5 Bedroom Rental can be used for AirBnB-Temple Univ
- 03/16/17 05:54 AM
I have a 5 bedroom Rental located at 2035 W Oxford St in Philadelphia, near Temple University and Center City. Perfect for students on anyone interested in expanding or creating an AirBnB business. The rental cost is only $1700 a month and rooms in the area rent at $500-$600 per month. Below are some of the highlights: Beautiful 3 story home in the Temple university area, Completely rehabbed 5 Bedroom House with the best materials. Very high ceilings throughout, brand new flooring throughout including bamboo hardwood floors and new full carpet. 3 new baths with ceramic tile and all new designer (1 comments)
19118: Real Estate Math (Boring -but extremely important)
- 03/15/17 03:28 AM
Learning basic math as a buyer, seller, and even a new Real Estate Agent is essential in the success of buying, selling, and working with clients. I came across a website, while helping a new agent in a coaching session on basic real estate math, created by Travis of http://www.basictrainingforrealestate.com/ Travis goes over the essential math knowledge needed for the success of a real estate transaction. Below is a clip of the article written by Travis, that I wanted to share. He explains interest rates, LTV, proration, and debt to income ratio. I know, its boring stuff, but its actually very important information to learn (1 comments)