david: Mortgage Trouble? Get Help Fast!
- 01/15/10 06:44 AM
It's very scary trying to figure out what to do if you miss a mortgage payment. Keep in mind that each state has different laws directing the mortgage companies as to what the time frame is that they can start the foreclosure process. This means that if you live in Texas, the law allows mortgage companies to foreclose on a house in 60 days. If you wait 30 days after missing a payment, you only have 30 more days before the mortgage company can foreclose on your house. What this means for you is... Get Help Fast! As … (0 comments)
david: 31st Annual Spring Fling
- 02/25/09 02:53 AM
It doesn't matter if you own a classic or dreaming of owning one some day or just want to drool. This is the show that kicks off the season of classic car shows. People and cars come from all over Texas and other states. There are usually around 400 beautiful rides to see and share with others. You don't want to miss this event and don't forget to bring your camera. David Slavin www.DavidSlavin.com
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david: Happy 18th Birthday Cinco Ranch!
- 02/24/09 02:38 AM
Cinco Ranch in Katy, TX is celebrating its 18th birthday. Located in the highly acclaimed Katy Idependant School District, Cinco Ranch offers homes priced from $160,000 to over $1 million. If you're looking for new contruction then the Cinco Ranch Model Home Village with 30 decorated models is perfect for you. There are numerous pre-owned homes to choose from as well as and many different country clubs to choose if golf and socializing is your thing. Cinco Ranch has turned out to be a highly successful master-planned community just west of Houston. You can join in the celebration at Simply Cinco information center at the La Centera shopping center (across … (0 comments)
david: Another Increase... When will it stop?
- 02/12/09 03:53 AM
The price of postage is going up again! On May 11, 2009 the price of a first class stamp is going from .42 cents to .44 cents. This is just going to push more and more business to use email more than snail mail. Many people still like to receive snail mail because it is more personal than email. Will this increase make you do business differently? by David Slavin www.DavidSlavin.com … (4 comments)
david: Do You Use Scripts?
- 02/11/09 01:32 AM
By David Slavin www.DavidSlavin.com Do you use scripts in your business. If so, please share the scripts that work the best for you. In today's market, it is important to get back to the basics to make ourselves more productive! Scripts have worked for many agents over the years and if you take just 30 minutes to practice your scripts, they will flow naturally, but you must practice! Please share the scripts for buyers & sellers that work for you in any situation. … (7 comments)
david: Cell Phone Service
- 12/05/08 06:51 AM
By David Slavin, ABR, SRES www.DavidSlavin.com Consumer Reports rated cell phone service throughout 23 major metropolitan areas across the country. The cell phone companies rated were Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, Alltel and Sprint. The cities rating Verizonas the best service are: Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas-Ft. Worth, Denver, Detroit, Jacksonville, Fla., Las Vegas, LA, Miami, Minneapolis-St. Paul, New York, Philadelphia, Phoenix, San Antonio, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, St. Louis and Washington. The cities rating Alltel as the best service are: Charlotte, N.C., Cleveland and Tampa, Fla. All 23 cities rated Sprint as the lowest. It looks like a landslide for Verizon as … (15 comments)
david: The First Offer
- 11/06/08 06:08 AM
David Slavin, ABR, SRES www.SellMyHouseDave.com First offers in today's real estate market are golden. Don't let it get away if you can help it. The old saying, "A bird in hand is better than two in the bush" fits today's market. If you want to wait for the highest offer and your house sits on the market month after month and you keep making payments... what did you gain? It is better today to try and work with the first offer than wait for another. Many times it is better in the long run to make a deal and move on to … (6 comments)
david: The First Letter To Send in 2009!
- 11/06/08 05:30 AM
By David N. Slavin, ABR, SRES www.DavidSlavin.com Do you want 2009 to start off good for you? Of course you do! Who wouldn't? It is important to let your past clients and SOI know that you are still open for business no matter what they see in the news about the real estate market. I always send a letter in January thanking everyone for helping me to have a highly successful year in 2008 thanks to them sending me their referrals. I continue with, I'm looking forward to helping them and/or their referrals in 2009, etc. I also send … (9 comments)
This is always a tough one for many agents. In today's real estate market we must make sure customer service is a top priority and part of this is gift giving. I'm not necessarily talking about holiday gifts to clients and past clients. I'm talking about gift giving when clients don't expect it. That's when it makes the biggest impression on them and you will remain on the top of their mind. When they think real estate they think of you. But now for the big question... What do you give them and … (24 comments)
According to an article in the September 2008 issue of Consumer Reports, the percentages are too close to call. They surveyed the differences among the major real estate companies for overall performance and success in attracting buyers. They did find a difference between the companies when it comes to the willingness to negotiate the agents commission. Here are the results from most willing to negotiate commissions to the least willing: 77% RE/MAX 76% Independent Agents 70% Other companies 67% Keller Williams 67% Century 21 67% Prudential 64% Coldwell Banker … (14 comments)
In today's market, it is imperative to give the best customer service possible. By giving the best customer service, your clients will become your cheer leader. Word of mouth and referrals are THE best method for business growth. It gives you instant credibility and the willingness to work with you without interviewing other agents. This is also the most economical way to develop and gain more business. When you are trying to move your business into a referral based business, you must keep your customer service going long after the closing. … (9 comments)
david: Office Support
- 09/09/08 12:26 PM
by David N. Slavin, ABR, SRES www.SellMyHouseDave.com www.FortBendHomeFinder.com
Does your office support you and help you to become successful? My office does and this is one of the reasons I love being there and being part of RE/MAX! There are a couple of top producing agents in our office that are volunteering their time to coach any agent in the office wanting coaching. These agents have paid for coaching for years and are at a different level in their careers and they are wanting to pay it forward. The broker/owners of our office are also to be commended because they are … (5 comments)
david: The Fort Bend County Fair is Here!
- 09/09/08 09:41 AM
by David Slavin, ABR, SRES www.FortBendHomeFinder.com www.SellMyHouseDave.com September 26 - October 4 2008 Fort Bend County Fair is the 72nd year of the fair. Visit www.fbcfa.org to get the information you need. There will be top entertainers and tons of activities for everyone including the popular carnival. Here is the opening day schedule: Opening Day - Friday, September 26th FREE Admission to ALL School Kids 'til 7PM 9 a.m. PARADE 10 a.m. - Midnight: Carnival Midway 1-9 p.m.: Ag'Tivity Barn - where agriculture comes alive! 2-4 p.m.: Student Fun Day Activities - Old Fashioned Fun & Games, Sack Races, Egg Toss … (1 comments)
david: A Great Idea for Your Students at Home!
- 09/03/08 10:30 AM
By David Slavin, ABR, SRES www.FortBendHomeFinder.com www.SellMyHouseDave.com Have you noticed that the textbooks have gotten heavier? With school now in full swing, my daughter's books are almost the same weight as she is. When I was in school, I don't remember the books as heavy as they are now. Here's an idea that I have done and I want to share with those who have students at home. Buy a set of books to keep at home. This way your student will have the school issued books that stay at school and your set that stays at home. There … (4 comments)
david: John McCain's VP Pick...
- 08/29/08 05:51 AM
Sarah Palin was a great pick (my opinion) since she helped reduce property taxes in Alaska which should be good news for all of us in and out of the real estate industry. This news will help the fight for ALL property owners! She should be able to rally women and give some life to McCain's campaign! What do you think of Sara Palin as the next VP? David Slavin, ABR, SRES www.SellMyHouseDave.com www.FortBendHomeFinder.com … (39 comments)
david: Holiday Gifts
- 08/28/08 11:19 AM
By David Slavin, ABR, SRES www.SellMyHouseDave.com www.FortBendHomeFinder.com It is coming close to the time to start thinking about what gifts you want to give your past clients for the holidays. I have given different presents throughout the years. Here is a list of some ideas for presents, some I have given and some I haven't. Entertainment Book ( I gave this last year since everyone loves saving money ) Gift Cards ( Just don't look cheap with the amount ) Holiday Welcome Mat for the front door Personalized items (for example: ornaments, door knocker, photo box, etc.) Send them a smoked … (10 comments)
david: Do You Know Why?
- 08/19/08 04:43 AM
By David Slavin, ABR, SRES www.FortBendHomeFinder.com www.SellMyHouseDave.com
Do you know why popcorn pops? Here's why. Popcorn is actually a kind of corn called flint corn and it contains a minor amount ot starch. Each kernel contains a layer called the endosperm and it resists the build up of steam pressure when heated. When the temperature reach around 400 degrees Fahrenheit the kernel expands up to 30 times its original size and the endosperm violently explodes and you have a single piece of poppedcorn or popcorn. Popcorn is not the widely familiar sweet corn we like to eat in … (3 comments)
There are so many things a seller must do to get a house sold and there are so many things a real estate agent must do to get a house sold. Why would a seller go through the cleaning, landscaping, power washing, staging, etc., etc., etc. and when an offer comes in... you want full price? In this market, it is imperitive that a seller is willing to negotiate. I know some sellers can't afford to negotiate much then those people probably shouldn't be selling unless they are behind on … (1 comments)
david: What is Your Major Purpose?
- 08/14/08 02:43 AM
By: David N. Slavin, ABR, SRES www.SellMyHouseDave.com www.FortBendHomeFinder.com
Today's thought for the day from the Napoleon Hill Foundation was very insightful and made me think, "What is your major purpose?" LIVING WITHOUT A DEFINITE MAJOR PURPOSE PROMISES NOTHING BUT A SCANT LIVING. We can just get by in life without a Definite Major Purpose, but we can't get ahead in life without one. Where do you want to be? Do you just want to get by or do you want to get ahead and be successful? I don't want to just sell houses to people... … (4 comments)
When thinking about selling your house, you'll need to ask yourself what kind of seller are you? Are you a wishful thinker? A realist? Or are you a member of the anxious and desperate? I always tell my clients in the Katy real estate market that there are three prices to every house. 1. The price the seller WISHES to sell the house for... 2. The price the buyer WISHES they could by the house for... 3. Then there's reality or the price the house actually sells for. … (2 comments)
Real Estate is my life! My goal is to make your life less stressful during the buying or selling of real estate. I strive to make your real estate experience as pleasurable as possible. I'm Always At Your Service!
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