listings: Austin is Back to Agent Property Tours!
- 04/13/23 06:41 PM
In the past month, thank goodness, there is a resurrection of Property Tours for our new Listings! This past week I was able to get my new listing, 10604 Marbury Court in Canyon Creek, on the 1N/NW Property Tour sponsored by Lance Rosenquest with Elite Financing Group add Scott and Deedee Biscoe with Biscoe Insurance Group.
We met at Vazquez Restaurant #3 in NW Austin where they provided us with breakfast tacos and coffee. Lance talked about the mortgages he offers and Scott talked about his family owned Insurance Company and their services. They had our listings on a tour sheet, attached … (29 comments)
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listings: NW Austin, TX: Enclave at Canyon Creek Open House ~ 11612 Sweet Basil Austin, TX 78726 ~ Sunday, June 5th 1-3pm
- 06/02/11 05:18 AM
NW Austin, TX: Enclave at Canyon Creek Open House ~ 11612 Sweet Basil Austin, TX 78726 ~ Sunday, June 5th 1-3pm www.11612sweetbasil.com Luxury Living In A Gated Community
Don't miss the opportunity to preview this two story Austin white stone home at 11612 Sweet Basil Ct. in The Enclave section of prestigious Canyon Creek at our Open House this Sunday, June 5th from 1-3pm. Nestled behind lovely oak trees on a professionally landscaped flat lot, this could be the answer to your new home search. Whether you choose to watch a favorite movie in the family room or spend time … (0 comments)
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listings: Come On Agents....Really?
- 04/14/11 12:42 AM
I have two homes listed that are vacant and I'm constantly amazed at the lack of common sense agents display when showing vacant homes. Lights are left on all over the home (come on you can see the house is vacant and no one is there to turn them off), back doors are left open (that's really inviting trouble), doors to the attached garages are left open with lights on in the garage (what the?)
It only takes a little effort to make sure lights are turned off and the doors secured in a shut position. It's such a simple courtesy … (33 comments)
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listings: Your contract is receipted ~ What happens next in Texas?
- 04/11/11 12:19 AM
In Texas when you make a real estate purchase the transaction is usually closed at a Title Company. Once you have a contract signed by both seller and buyer the earnest money is receipted by the title company and the option money receipted by the seller's real estate agent or the seller.It's a simple process because the title company holds all funds collected and distributes all funds due. There is a method to this madness and Alamo Title has a wonderful form they distribute to all parties when they email out the receipted contract. This form is a great overview that … (8 comments)
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listings: Paying it Forward~Pictures can be worth a thousand words
- 04/08/11 02:16 PM
One of my listings is under contract and right before closing will be sold to the relocation company and then sold to the buyer. Everything has gone along well, buyer did inspections and the house appraised. Seller agreed to minor repairs and is moving out quickly as the buyer is very pregnant and needs to move from across country before this darling little one comes along!The house went under contract fairly quickly so the relocation company just got their inspection report on inspections they conducted on the home. Of course the buyer was to review, initial and sign they had seen the inspection reports which they … (17 comments)
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listings: JUST SOLD IN NW AUSTIN: Real Estate
- 04/06/11 06:48 AM
JUST SOLD IN NW AUSTIN ~ Real EstateNorthwest Austin residents, another NW Austin home has closed, courtesy of Dorie Dillard, Coldwell Banker United Realtors in NW AustinI listed this 2 story brick home with an amazing backyard pool & spa and it went under contract the same day in the master planned community of Canyon Creek.Future buyers ~ if you missed this warm and inviting updated home in NW Austin on 11109 Calavar Drive, there are other homes coming on the market. I can help you find the right home at the right price for your budget.
Future sellers ~ if … (9 comments)
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listings: How do you measure your success?
- 03/27/11 12:38 AM
How do you measure your success?The other morning I was reading Tammy Lankford's post in Active Rain...my client thanks you SO much: a great success story with Zillow worth the read. She ended her post with a good question "How do you measure your success?" Her point being this was a lower price home compared to many of her lakefront properties she sells but it did not matter because the joy she felt from helping this client make her first home purchase was so rewarding.
I was asked recently "why did I get into Real Estate?" The real reason is I loved … (23 comments)
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listings: Just Sold in NW Austin Steiner Ranch
- 03/25/11 02:07 PM
Just Sold in NW Austin Steiner Ranch
Future NW Austin home sellers: 12004 Montclair Bend closed courtesy of Dorie Dillard, Coldwell Banker United Realtors in Austin, Texas.I listed this wonderful home in the Bella Mar section in the Mediterra division of Steiner Ranch. My seller relocated to California and made the decision to move and then put the house on the market. The home was only a few years old and they maintained the home impeccably. They had the windows washed, the home professionally cleaned and I brought some light staging items in (towels, etc. in bathrooms, things in … (14 comments)
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listings: What's Up With Four or Better?
- 03/25/11 04:26 AM
What's up with four or better? We enjoy in our office a host of top producers. Many agents have been in our office for more than 10 years..what's up with that? The answer, of course, is our Broker Vanessa Bivens...better known (as Gene named her) the "Chief". Her retention rate is very high. She know show to create a competitive and caring working environment, takes care of her agents by keeping us supplied with the latest tools, makes sure we enjoy the thrill of participating in giving back to our community, is always there for us making each one feel important … (8 comments)
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listings: NW Austin, TX: Home For Sale ~ 11103 Crossland Dr. Austin, TX 78726 ~ Canyon Creek
- 03/09/11 10:44 AM
NW Austin, TX: Home For Sale ~ 11103 Crossland Dr. Austin, TX 78726 ~ Canyon Creek www.11103crossland.comThis charming single story 3 sides brick home is nestled on a quiet interior street behind gorgeous oak trees. The quiet elegance of this home is evident in the warm wood flooring in the entry, kitchen, breakfast dining and family room, recessed lighting, crown molding and 2" blinds throughout. The kitchen has been updated with granite bull-nose slab counters, under mount stainless sink, tile backsplash with accent tile and stainless steel Whirlpool gas range.
The lifestyle triangle of this open floor plan allows for plenty of … (13 comments)
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listings: Open House Success in NW Austin Canyon Creek
- 03/07/11 09:02 AM
Open House Success in NW Austin Canyon CreekThe sun was shining, the sky was blue and the temperature was a perfect 70 degrees! The week before spring break in Austin, Texas buyers were out in droves! We were very pleased with the turnout and looks like a few buyers will be submitting offers this week. Rents are escalating and many buyers are discovering owning a home is more affordable than renting and offers certain tax advantages.
We held three of our listings open and enjoyed over 12 different groups entering each property during 1-3pm Sunday afternoon. We are looking forward to upcoming … (26 comments)
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listings: NW Austin TX: Forecast for Sunday, March 6th: Sunshine and 3 Open Houses in Canyon Creek from 1-3pm!
- 03/04/11 04:26 AM
NW Austin TX: Forecast for Sunday, March 6th: Sunshine and 3 Open Houses in Canyon Creek from 1-3pm!If you're searching for a new home in NW Austin, stop by Canyon Creek this Sunday from 1-3pm when three of our homes host open houses. For a sneak peek, click on the photos to view the virtual tours! www.11112miramar.com
This original owner has taken impeccable care of this stately 2 story brick home at 11112 Miramar Dr., Austin, TX 78726 nestled behind towering oaks on a quiet interior street. It's hard to miss the enviable 3-car attached garage walking to the front entrance. As … (10 comments)
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listings: Tips For Buying in a Tight Market
- 03/01/11 10:41 PM
Tips For Buying in a Tight MarketNot all areas of the country are flooded with short-sales and foreclosures. In fact there are many areas in certain cities that the housing is more competitive and inventory is low. In Austin there are several areas in the NW where buyer demand has increased while the inventory had decreased. Just this past week-end we listed a really cute single story in the $170,000 to $180,000 range in NW Austin. 6 showings on the first day and an immediate full price offer. Other agents were calling and asking for this and that and meanwhile a … (48 comments)
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listings: Who says calendars are not effective marketing
- 02/16/11 12:01 PM
Lately I've been on a whirlwind of listing appointments in my community and will be offering some great properties coming on the market in the next 4 weeks.
Something I see in common as they are showing me through their homes is my calendar on their refrigerator. I deliver them every Thanksgiving. Now I'm sure it's not just the calendar that garners me these appointments & listings but it is part of the consistent marketing I do to keep my name in front of them. Don't discount the value of them seeing your face every day!!
CLICK HERE TO SEARCH FOR … (35 comments)
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listings: What a difference a price makes!
- 02/16/11 05:27 AM
I was reading a blog by Connie on Always a Bridesmaid, Never a Bride and I thought oh how true! I've had an excellent listing but we are in stiff competition with the builder who is still building. Finally my seller agreed to aggressively lower his price after always being in the top three and never getting the nod. Yesterday we received two offers, negotiated and came to terms with one. A third agent called saying her buyers wanted to write an offer and was it still available? The ink was hardly dry but I had the opportunity to say "I'm … (20 comments)
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listings: Did the agent show my house? There is no business card left!
- 01/30/11 11:16 PM
I can't tell you how many times I receive an email or a call from my sellers with this question " Did the agent who called show my house? They did not leave a business card!" I purchased plaques that say "Agents, please leave your card" for each of our listings to remind agents to please leave a card as a courtesy to my sellers.
An agent calls to say they are going to show my sellers home. I instruct my sellers to always leave to give them privacy with their clients. Many times upon their return they are unsure if the agent has been there … (40 comments)
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listings: Just Sold! NW Austin Canyon Creek Homes
- 12/28/10 09:18 AM
Just Sold! NW Austin Canyon Creek Homes
Three of our listings in NW Austin in Canyon Creek have recently SOLD!
Are you looking for a home in a prestigious community in NW Austin? Our master planned community of Canyon Creek is close to major highways,employers, shopping and boasts a 57 acre City of Austin Park called Trailhead.
Canyon Creek offers complete recreation facilities such as: tennis courts, Junior Olympic pool, basketball court, soccer and lacrosse fields, playscapes, covered swing area, picnic tables, BBQs, etc. There is an … (18 comments)
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listings: Should you ask your listing agent for reference letters from previous clients?
- 12/27/10 08:13 AM
One of my sellers asked if I would like a reference letter on my real estate services. They read several in my pre-appointment book before I listed their home and wanted to include one from them. Of course I would welcome one! We closed on their home last May and with son's graduation, purchasing a new home and starting a new job in another city I never received a letter.
My sellers usually move away; therefore they are not as easy to reach if a new client would like to speak with them concerning their experience with working with me. I … (14 comments)
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listings: PPO ~ Persistence Pays Off
- 12/20/10 05:15 AM
An agent had been showing several of our listings when her client was in town a few weeks ago. Her client's job is to start in January and she hadn't found them a place to live! After scouring all the homes on the market where her client wants to live she got creative. She started looking at Expired, Withdrawn and Temporarily Off Market homes.
I had taken a listing off market for the holidays in order to come back on in the spring. It had the master down with another bedroom/office down and all other bedrooms and game room up...exactly matching … (34 comments)
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listings: It's nice to be remembered
- 11/22/10 06:44 AM
The other day I had a call from a couple I sold a home to 19 years ago! I remember them well as their sale happened in my first year in Real Estate. They fell in love with a property across from a park and have been very happy with their home.
I have chatted with them over the years, helping them fight their tax appraisals and sent calendars and Christmas cards throughout the years. They are now 80 and need to move closer to family so they called me to come take care of selling their home.
I smiled and thought this … (16 comments)
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In the past month, thank goodness, there is a resurrection of Property Tours for our new Listings! This past week I was able to get my new listing, 10604 Marbury Court in Canyon Creek, on the 1N/NW Property Tour sponsored by Lance Rosenquest with Elite Financing Group add Scott and Deedee Biscoe with Biscoe Insurance Group. 
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