Commitment is the element you need to keep going even when things are not going the way you like. In most cases there are no overnight successes. It may appear that way because of when we as the public take notice, but no one sees or hears about the sacrifices and drama a person goes through. Let me ask you question, how many hours in the day are there for you? How many hours for your family, friends or for that matter enemies? You see everybody gets 24. That is the maximum. How each person chooses to use … (2 comments)
realtors: The Real Estate Market is Dead! Did you hear?
- 08/22/09 04:47 PM
Weren't those the headlines? Wasn't that the word of the day? You still hear that all the time. We haven't bottomed yet! Wait to buy. Don't catch a falling knife (I think I used that one...hahahaha) We are witnessing a collapse of Real Estate as we know it! Let me ask you a question, Have you or anyone you know actually attempted to purchase a home lately? If not let me tell you what those of us that actually WORK in the field. In the areas I service, if you are looking at REO's, Short Sales, Standard sales (the few there are) … (1 comments)
realtors: So happy and so proud!
- 11/05/08 05:31 AM
In every event there is a winner and a looser. There are those that are happy and those who are sad. I hope today which is a new day in America, we can be proud of the process of picking our new president, and appreciate the significance in where we are. This includes Senator McCain's speech acknowledging defeat and asking everyone to unite under the New President. No cheating, no hanging chads, no controvesy. Race, Creed and color not being the most important part of the process. I am so happy not only looking at events in my own life, but … (0 comments)
realtors: Should I buy now and why? again?
- 05/28/08 04:47 PM
We visted this issue a few months back. Why should I buy when the market will probably go lower? Well we first need to examine, why you are buying. If you are purchasing to find a home to live in and plan on staying in the property the next 5 years or so IT IS A GREAT TIME TO BUY!. I say that for a few reasons. 1) Interest rates are extrememly competative and this is the first time in my 20 years both the rates and property value have declined at the same time. This makes this buying opportunity very … (5 comments)
realtors: stuff is selling
- 03/09/08 06:37 AM
we are experiencing an increase in activity! This is the first time in my 20 years I have experienced prices and interest rates falling at same time. In the LA suburb of Palmdale and Lancaster I have clients purchasing properties for approximatel 40-60% less than there selling prices at the market peak and are renting them out with positive cash flow! Can you imagine that? I am seeing an increase in fha and va financing and I personally feel that is a good thing. We are back to problem solvng and helping families create wealth for themselves and their loved ones! This … (0 comments)
realtors: Now its a skill base market!
- 01/10/08 06:01 AM
It is amazing, just a few months ago I remember sitting in on a conversation with lender and realtor discussing (bragging) about all these direct strategies they use to CLOSE buyers into deals, and all these techniques, blah blah blah blah. I asked them both how long they have been business. If I remember correctly it 5 and 3 years respectiviely. I told them both you are not good at what you do. You are products of a great market. I told them both what are you going to do the day someone you sold a home to or did loan … (2 comments)
realtors: buying during the holidays
- 12/28/07 04:24 AM
I want to get this out to people. HOMES SELL DURING THE HOLIDAYS AND FIRST OF THE NEW YEAR! SOME AGENTS TAKE OFF, but people BUY AND SELL. Buyers this is a great time to get yourself a GOOD DEAL! There is not as much activity in the way of traffic, so seller are glad to see buyers at this time. Sellers also realize buyers looking this time of year are serious. THAT IS A KEY! It is not a "looking" time of year but a buying time. During the holidays, properties have often been on the market for longer periods of … (3 comments)
realtors: I only want a foreclosure!
- 10/10/07 11:43 AM
How many times in this market have we heard this? Consumers ask yourself this question: Are you looking for a foreclosure or are you looking for a good deal? It appears everyone thinks of the word Foreclosure and assumes it is a good deal or THE ONLY DEAL in town. That is not necessarily the case. I ask my clients all the time do you want me to find you a foreclosed property or the best property that meets your qualifications of a "good deal?" There are times when properties that are short sales or REO's are the best deal or … (20 comments)
realtors: Keeping the Focus
- 10/09/07 04:33 AM
Well we all know the market has challenges right now. One thing I believe is never fully discussed is how to keep your focus when everything appears so bleak! I have to tell you I have had more escrows Fall apart this year than the past 3 combined! If it werent for that I would be saying "What Real Estate Slow Down!" I do not care how you lead generate when the market enviroment is negative focusing is more difficult than ever! We go from being Santa Clause on every listing appointment to the Grim Reaper! Whether you are speaking with … (1 comments)
realtors: Am I really better off waiting to buy a home?
- 07/28/07 01:35 PM
I often get the comment from potential and past clients on whether or not they should purchase in the current enviroment. My reply is it depends on why you are purchasing. As the market has continued to rise I have plenty of clients that either stayed on the sidelines or were left on the sidelines because they did not or would not make a decision to purchase. Although the market has slowed and "depreciated" some off of its highs, it is still alot higher than it was when alot of these people did not make the decision to get in. I … (0 comments)
realtors: Service, Service, Service
- 05/30/07 05:31 PM
What is service to a buyer or seller? I was taught originally you make friends with your prospects, treat them like family, hold their hand, never really become too aggressive. Then I went to a different seminar. It was explained to me I was in the business of selling homes, and the only way to be judged is did the seller home get sold, did the buyer get the property. Did not matter what happened, who did what as long as the deal closed you did your job,and that is service! My personal feeling is you need both scenarios and then more! … (4 comments)
realtors: Should I use Scripts and Dialogs? Why should I practice them?
- 03/26/07 06:53 PM
I have heard alot of newer agents (some seasoned too) tell me they feel uncomfortable using scripts. It is not natural and they feel the public realizes they are phoney and will not trust them. I say the opposite. Do you think tiger woods or michael jordan ever practiced that big putt or big shot prior to being in the game? Let me tell you, you are using scripts and dialogs and you are practicing, but some of you are practicng on your customers! That is costing you thousands of dollars! Getting face to face with a potential customer and not … (0 comments)
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