I didn't say it, but I wanted to. The listing agent just would not stop.
Not only was she continually staying within about 3 feet of us as we toured her 4300 SF listing, but we were subjected to non-stop banter about the wonderful features, the money spent on remodeling, blah blah blah.
My clients were outwardly cool about it, but eyes rolling skyward and a few well timed whispers at opportune moments said it all.
One of them commented that "she was in my personal space too many times!"
Many of our listings are unaccompanied until you get … (70 comments)
The Oceanside real estate market has undergone many shifts and continues to evolve. This market report does not include any private sales nor manufactured, mobile or multifamily housing; the numbers are derived from the MLS and are believed to be accurate at the time this report was written, but are not guaranteed.
Media reports speak in general terms, so information does not represent the reality of the local Oceanside housing market. Having data from a knowledgeable REALTOR about local market conditions benefits you as a buyer or seller for making … (10 comments)
As a Carlsbad home owner you no doubt have certain expectations of the real estate professional you hire to market and sell your house. And you should.
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THE TRUTH ABOUT THE VALUE
Your agent MUST be willing and able to tell you the truth about the value of your home in the local market, and not just what you want to hear, and be able to support … (35 comments)
The Southern California Chapter of CRS and the Southwest Riverside County Association of REALTORS present CRS 200 BUSINESS PLANNING AND MARKETING this week on August 29 and 20, 2013 in Murrieta CA.
Talented CRS Instructor, Mark Given, will teach you all you need to know to create, or improve, your business planning and enhance your marketing.
Here's what you'll learn!! · Develop a business … (0 comments)
Buyers need to understand the realities of the distressed market, and what these market conditions mean for them, in particular when attempting to buy short sale and REO properties. No doubt many agents have plenty of experience with these issues and know how to assist their clients through the entire purchasing process, including setting appropriate expectations, developing offer strategies, finding the right properties, and qualifying the … (2 comments)
southern california crs: NINJA Selling Class in Southern California - 2 Opportunities in November 2011
- 10/26/11 04:38 PM
The Southern California Chapter of Certified Residential Specialists (CRS) is pleased to be offering the very popular NINJA SELLING class next month. Two Opportunities: November 14 at National University in Costa Mesa - 8:30 - 5 November 17 at the California Desert Association of REALTORS in Palm Desert - 8:30 - 5
The Southern California Chapter of Certified Residential Specialists (CRS) is pleased to announce that the 2-day CRS 206 Technology course will be offered in October.
CRS 206 Technology will be offered at the Santa Maria Association of REALTORS offices in Santa Maria, CA on October 5 and 6, 2011. The instructor will be Mike Selvaggio, a leading trainer for CRS and the NINJA courses, and former National President of CRS.
The cost is only $200 (normally $299 - $325) and there is a member … (2 comments)
southern california crs: Learn how to Rebuild a Credit Profile from a Credit Professional
- 07/17/11 09:32 AM
Learn How to Rebuild a Credit Profile After a Short Sale The Southern California Chapter of Certified Residential Specialists (CRS) is pleased to be offering a very special class, "How to Rebuild a Credit Profile After a Short Sale." The class will be held on Friday August 5th after our Real Estate Leaders Membership meeting from 2 - 4 pm at the Sheraton Carlsbad Resort and Spa in Carlsbad, CA. The cost is only $49 and you can register on-line, print out and mail in the flyer, or register on-site (room permitting). There are lots of myths about credit scoring (have … (11 comments)
CRS 202 Sales (Buyer) Strategies CRS Instructor - MIKE SELVAGGIO 2008 CRS National President ONLY $200 (normally $294 - $325) for this 2-day Class 14 CE Credits in California Top sales associates enjoy a competitive advantage because they understand what motivates and influences their customers. The CRS 202 Sales Strategies course gives students the inside track to win over prospective buyers by teaching them the necessary strategies that make their sales quick and efficient. Students will learn how to work with today's new buyer … (8 comments)
The purpose of the class is to provide agents with a better understanding of the new rules of marketing and show them how to utilize the different types of social media, create accounts in Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc., and vanity URLs, and to develop a strategy to implement in their business. Social Fusion is understanding consumer, marketing and brand in today's … (14 comments)
The CRS 201 Course will be taught by the 2011 CRS President Frank Serio, one of the CRS senior instructors and himself a top-notch listing agent in the Bethany Beach, Delaware area. There are Two Ways to Register: You can register on-line below Visit the Southern California CRS website to register. There are several student testimonials from Day … (5 comments)
REOs continue to be a significant portion of the Southern California real estate market and many more are expected for the duration of 2011 and in 2011. These classes offere agents an opportunity to learn what they need to know to be effective REO listing agents.
REO 101 will be held on November 5th ~ Cost is only $99 (normally $149) REO 102 will be held on November 19th from 9 … (2 comments)
southern california crs: CRS 202 Course on Effective Sales Strategies with Buyers | North San Diego County Association of REALTORS | October 25 and 26, 2010
- 10/16/10 03:53 AM
CRS 202 Course on Effective Buyer Sales Strategies at the North San Diego County Association of REALTORS October 25 and 26, 2010 The Southern California Chapter of CRS (Certified Residential Specialists) is co-sponsoring the 2-day CRS 202 course with the North San Diego County Association of REALTORS (NSDCAR). Join us at the North San Diego County Association for Sales Strategies on October 25 - 26, 2010. 8:30 - 5 both days (registration, check-in starts at 7:30) Only $299 Top CRS Instructor, Gee Dunsten, will help agents understand buyer motivation, eliminate sales resistance, create trust and loyalty from buyers, and develop … (7 comments)
Southern California Chapter of CRS (Certified Residentail Specialists) is sponsoring a gathering during the California Association of REALTORS Expo (C.A.R.) which begins on Tuesday with Tech Tuesday and runs through THursday in Anaheim at the Anaheim Convention Center. Come visit SoCal CRS to meet up with old friends, make new ones, and learn more about CRS and just hang out. Free munchies, No Host Bar. Feel free to bring along a REALTOR friend or two. Don't forget the RE Bar Camp C.A.R. Expo that takes … (3 comments)
Real estate professionals have yet another go at RE Bar Camp in Southern California. The next one is being held in Anaheim, the day before Tech Tuesday and the start of the California Association of REALTORS (C.A.R.) Annual Expo from October 5 - 7, 2010. RE Bar Camp C.A.R. Expo should be another outstanding event, specially with so many gathering from around the state for the convention starting the next day. And for folks who are Disneyland fans, what a great opportunity for fun … (7 comments)
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