marketing: Looking for Business?
- 10/27/11 06:58 AM
Here's a quote that sums it up. "Get around people who have something of value to share with you. Their impact will continue to have a significant effect on your life long after they have departed." —Jim Rohn
Whether it's another agent, a service provider, a friend, customer, clients or your family, there are people who will bring value to your life. Join in on a community project. Sign up, watch your happiness and business grow!
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marketing: Did You Write Your Notes, Today?
- 03/28/09 05:23 AM
Yes, I know it is a weekend. You only need to write those notes, according to my Coach, Brian Buffini, during the five workdays of the week. Well, this week I was so busy with active buyers and family, that I fell behind on Monday and Tuesday. So, today, when I went out for my morning coffee, I found a corner table and wrote seven more notes.
These notes do not have to be lengthy. Just a short note, to check in. Or, to say hello:) The main idea is to keep a personal connection with those folks that you just … (12 comments)
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marketing: C'Mon Baby! Let's Do the Twist!
- 01/16/09 12:12 PM
That is the new theme song this year in my coaching program. Too Funny! The song is motivating and it has a dance! Very cool!
I can remember "dancing the twist" with Chubby Checker. Can any of you?
Well, we went from "I Feel Good" which really rocked the entire ballroom.
To, "The Hustle" where we all learned to do those great line dances. Heck, my Dad led the Hustle Dance Line at my wedding!
To the Present, "Let's Do the Blitz!" Can't wait to see everyone testing this new theme out! We ROCK!
Do you play music and dance? Just … (16 comments)
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marketing: Surprise! A Bill?
- 01/06/09 04:11 AM
Yes, we all have them and get them delivered right to our door. Bills! They are part of our day, our profession. As a Broker/Owner, I am now entitled to more bills. So, when your bills come in, do you categorize them? Do you know if your agents are billing directly back to you? With your persmission, that is absolutely, okay.
Today, I was surprised by a bill. It wasn't huge. It was, though, a bill. I do not advertise in the local paper or the state newspaper, usually. The local paper, I haven't advertised in for over seven years now. … (5 comments)
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marketing: Christmas Marketing & Popbys!
- 11/30/08 01:29 AM
Time to think about how to market your business for this Christmas season. Some of you may have already started. Here are a few ideas for you to think about doing. Remember, earlier is always better. Be the first one in, not the last!
Christmas Cards - Get them in the mail now! Send to everyone you know. Family, friends, clients and those people that work with you to close your transactions. Enclose your business card.
Parties - Host an afternoon tea. Invite your neighbors.
Share an event with one of your vendors. You probably share most of your clients anyways, … (20 comments)
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marketing: Gas Prices Ruining Your Budget??
- 06/07/08 03:53 AM
Our profession, sales, probably uses more funds out of our budget than many others. Aside from truck companies, airlines, cabs, police and fire rescue people. We, much like the trucking companies, can't really raise our compensation too much. Some of the food or wholesale goods/retail companies have raised prices to keep themselves in the black. In the last seven years, on average, Realtors have made less compensation. More agents, sellers' market and booming economy. Almost anyone could stick a sign in the ground and bingo, the house sold in days. We didn't have to drive around much. We didn't need to spend … (4 comments)
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marketing: Helpful Links for Realtors!
- 05/23/08 03:24 AM
From time to time, some good sites offer us a chance to enhance our product and our services. Or, something to make your day a little easier. I have listed the latest ones that may be of help to you! Enjoy the tips!
http://www.myamericaathome.com client gift
http://www.phonemyphone.com online help finding your cell phone
http://www.carbongrove.com/Trees for energy saving !
http://www.poifriend.com for navigation systems
http://www.printablepaper.net FREE, online paper
http://www.presdo.com online meetings
It's a Good Life!
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marketing: 100,000 Points Coming Up Soon ~ Whoo Hoo! Fran Rocks!
- 05/18/08 02:32 AM
Clientcare at Buffini and Company, Millie Chase, told me last week, Fran Rocks! I was humbled.
Thank you to all on this network of folks, who have helped me with learning all the good stuff to blogging. Some of you, I have been fortunate enough to meet. Thanks to Brian Buffini for teaching me how to mentor and work my skills through my Heritage Profile. It has made a huge impact on my life and business. I love to give and help people. One of my strongest characteristics in my profile. Whether it is here on the blog, our Buffini Clubnet … (22 comments)
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marketing: Photo Cyber Cube Tool ~ Awesome! & It's Free!
- 12/11/07 09:27 AM
Would you like to make a holiday photo cube and then attach it to your email? This company, located in Columbia, Ct has offered this product free.
Happy Holidays Cube www.3dcybercubes.com
You could, also, take your photos from a listing, attach it to an email and blast the content to your clients and vendor database. The possibilities are endless. If you are a Broker/Owner or Manager of a real estate office, you could post your agents on it and send it out as a recruiting tool. I haven't tried it yet, but, my mind is just filling up with ideas of good … (9 comments)
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marketing: DROPPING INTEREST RATES!!
- 09/07/07 09:46 AM
Honest, I just heard this on the news. Apparently, the feds are hoping to shake up the economy by dropping interest rates. How much that will affect mortgage interest rates, who knows, but, we can only hope. I do think the rates are already low.
The increase in taxes in our market area is what is keeping the payment too high. Our property taxes are very high, increasing every year. Some towns even phase them in over five years!
In the state of Connecticut, our conveyance tax, which is paid by the Seller at time of closing, has been voted in for yet another … (2 comments)
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marketing: Are You Buying Real Estate? As A Professional/Investor
- 08/31/07 07:44 AM
We sell to consumers, we know it is the best investment, over time, that you can make. How many of us are buying? Do you see the advantages of investing in this market? Over the last 50 years, the investment return average is 6%. So, naturally, high market would be more, changing market would be less. If you didn't flip, if you held on to it, you would still make money on your investment.
Did you know, vacation homes (2nd homes) are deductible on your federal income tax, just like your home is? Call your tax advisor or accountant, he will … (2 comments)
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marketing: It's a Weekend! Are You Showing Homes?
- 08/24/07 10:54 AM
Interestingly, years ago, that is what we, as Realtors, did on weekends, show properties. During the last seven years, many of the normal routines have changed. Some agents no longer work on weekends, some one day, but, not the other. I realize everyone needs a day to relax and be with their family. We used to choose one in the middle of the week, so that, we could show homes to folks who had to work during the week. In the summer months, it is easy to show during the week. It doesn't become dark until 8pm or so. However, in the fall … (8 comments)
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marketing: Encouragement, Inspiration and Hope
- 08/15/07 02:43 AM
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marketing: Get a Coach, or Mentor!
- 08/13/07 06:32 AM
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marketing: Condo Living
- 08/04/07 05:08 AM
Is it for you? I must admit, I listed a beautiful condo yesterday. It is located next to a golf course, in a very nice complex. When I went over to take photos, I met the nicest people that were just out for their morning walk around the complex. Cheerful, happy,and happy to let me know that they loved living the maintenance free lifestyle. This unit is just steps from the carport, pool and tennis court. The deck, in the back, is private and shaded. The condo is on the larger side, offering 3 bedrooms, living and dining rooms, galley kitchen, … (2 comments)
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marketing: Tolland County Market
- 08/04/07 04:18 AM
Comparing from last year, Jan thru June of 2006, the sales in Tolland County were 1,372. For the same time period in 2007, they were 1,161. That shows sales down by 15.38% this year for the same time period. The median price, however, is up. 2006 was $222,125 and 2007 was $227,900
Focus on selling the property, the prices are better than they were last year. We are lucky to have the school systems and town benefits that we do. When folks are looking for a home, these considerations play an important role in their decision of where they want to live.
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marketing: Hartford County Sales
- 08/04/07 03:35 AM
The figures are in, the 1st half of 2007 did pretty well, considering the bad press and forecasts that have been made. June of 2006, for Hartford County for single family homes was 1,114, condos - 459, year to date in 2006 was 4,597 single family and 2,013 condos. In June 2007, the single family sales were 965 and condos were 362. The year to date for 2007 is 4,173 for single families sold, which is -9.22% from 2006. The condos were 1,682, which is -16.44% less than 2006. Overall, for the same time period as last year, that is a decrease of … (0 comments)
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marketing: Help with the Sale of the Listing
- 08/04/07 03:10 AM
Remember, first impressions count. Pick up and clean off your counters and tables. Place fresh flowers in a vase. Sell the space, not your personal touches. Open up the space by cleaning up your collections of bric brac, etc. Fresh paint goes a long way. Do touch ups in areas that are frequented often in your home and outside your home. Neutral colors are always safe. They can then accessorize with their favorite color after they move in. Arrange the furniture to welcome folks in, not blocking the flow of a walk-thru. Keep lights on if your home is dark during … (5 comments)
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marketing: Property Inspections
- 08/04/07 02:56 AM
Property inspections are common in most real estate transactions, and recommended in all markets. the question becomes what do you do when the inspector's report comes back with items listed in need of repair. Whether you are the buyer or the seller, just keep a cool head and approach the repairs logically. Focus on the major defects. Minor repairs are not the ultimate goal of the inspection. Major repairs should be handled as soon as possible, in order to avoid any delays in closing. Once the buyers have secured quotes for repairs, they should present their request to the sellers, in … (8 comments)
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marketing: Training Camp in Providence with Joe Niego Was Awesome!
- 08/03/07 03:54 AM
Just to keep you posted, yes, we made it, though we did get lost. Mapquest is always a challenge. Downtown was also, a bit difficult. One way streets that keep you going in circles, hardly any directionals posted, so, after asking 2 men where to go, we did find the parking garage that was under the Mall , with a walkway to the RI Convention Center. We barely made it on time. The room was full, all seats were occupied. Of course, the Buffini staff were good to quickly order more chairs. The room was buzzing with enthusiasm because Joe Niego really … (3 comments)
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Here's a quote that sums it up. "Get around people who have something of value to share with you. Their impact will continue to have a significant effect on your life long after they have departed." —Jim Rohn
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