modesto: You got the House!!! Oh Sorry You Didn't!!!
- 03/06/08 03:55 AM
I have encountered a situation recently that really has me concerned and would appreciate your input on this. I made a bid on a short sale property in Manteca and a week later received a counteroffer from the agent stating that the hot tub wasn't staying and that the property was a short sale. We signed the counteroffer and no boxes were checked that multiple counteroffers had been made. I had a concern about the fact that the stove was removed a few days later and called the agent. I received a call back stating that we did not get the property, even though the counteroffer mentioned … (17 comments)
modesto: Steps for Obtaining a Home
- 03/05/08 02:22 AM
There are many people out there that see houses for sale and want to buy a home, but do not totally understand the process to obtain one. They call the Realtor whose home is for sale, but have no idea where to really begin. The first thing a person needs to do is to obtain pre-approval. This not only speeds up the process for the acquisition of the property, but also lets a person understand the amount of home that they can purchase. There is no sense for a person to look at a home for $500,000 when they can only obtain … (4 comments)
modesto: Catch a Tour Bus; See some Listings!!
- 03/05/08 01:49 AM
I just read an article in the Sacramento Bee where investors are taking tour buses to view foreclosure to foreclosure listings. Has anyone else heard about this. I know of Realtors going in caravans to see actual listings that are on the market and giving feedback, but bus loads of investors looking to buy REO or foreclosure properties is just amazing to me. Don't get me wrong, I want to see these properties sold and not to be vacant, and maybe this is the best approach to having properties sold. I just think it is super sad that there are so … (4 comments)
modesto: Buyers: Now is a great time to buy in Modesto or elsewhere!!!!
- 03/04/08 03:53 AM
Right now buyers are out there looking for bargains in this market. Many buyers are hesitant and are waiting for the bottom to occur. Speaking from experience most people ending up missing the bottom and either catch it right before or right after it has occurred. In my area of Modesto, I have seen a huge increase in sales in just recent days. Usually this time of year is dead up until March or April, but there is a lot of people out there that are looking for the great deals that are in this market. The current inventory, according to the … (0 comments)
modesto: How to sell a home in a Buyer's Market in Modesto or Your Area!
- 03/04/08 02:11 AM
I have had the great fortune lately of being in the middle of a tremendous bidding war for houses. Buyers have a wonderful opportunity to buy in this market. They are all looking for a deal and many people are looking for an all out steal. With home prices changing fairly quickly in this market, how do you sell a listing. I have tons of people that are calling me wanting to purchase a home. The problem is that there is a 13 month inventory of houses that are out there, and it seems like many of those are in bad … (0 comments)
modesto: Are you doing your job?
- 03/03/08 07:47 AM
Being a Realtor in the Modesto, California area and helping people buy and sell houses is a passion of mine. It is a great way to meet people and help people realize the American Dream of property ownership. I only know how to exist in a buyers market. I got into the industry when the market was cold and it just now has started to get better. I have been doing farms, open houses, etc.. I am willing to go the extra distance to get results. The question I pose to Realtor's out there, is what do you do to get those … (12 comments)
modesto: Pricing
- 03/03/08 01:30 AM
In the area of the country that I live in, there are close to 13 months of inventory for the current market. This is actually down from 22 months that was 3 months ago. Many of the top Realtors in the area are either struggling profusely or are leaving the business altogether. What makes the difference between an agent that is being successful in this market and one who is failing? The answer is pricing. One of the techniques that is being used in my area is to drop a house 20-30K below market value and start a bidding war. This … (4 comments)
modesto: Do you know your neighborhoods?
- 02/29/08 02:00 AM
Customers are looking for Realtors or real estate agents that are knowledgeable in their field. One of the main things that they are looking for is your knack of knowing the different aspects of each neighborhood. By having the knowledge of different neighborhoods you are able to help them find an area that is most suitable to their needs: such as schools, parks, housing types, etc. It will allow them the best opportunity to buy or sell a home that fits their desires and needs. If you cannot provide them with the information that they need, then they will turn elsewhere. My … (15 comments)
modesto: Mortgage Workshops
- 02/28/08 01:37 AM
With all the fall out with the subprime mortgage industry, it is good that communities are coming together to help homeowners that have questions about foreclosures or ways to avoid foreclosures. In Modesto, there is a mortgage workshop on March 7, 2008, that deals with that issue. They are asking for realtors and mortgage people to volunteer their time and train them on how to address the issues at hand. Mortgage workshops are a good way for communities to get involved in stopping foreclosures and for people to see that realtors care about them. I know that I plan on being … (2 comments)
modesto: Open Houses Can Work
- 02/28/08 01:31 AM
I have lately read quite a few posts on Active Rain that have said that it is not worth an agents time to do an open house. What are the benefits of doing an open house, besides to reassure the home owner that you are doing everything possible to sell their home? There are many, and I recently have had situations that make it all worth it. Two weeks ago I was doing an open house at a condo listing in Modesto and only had five or six people walk in that day. I got all their information, but one person really … (10 comments)
modesto: Blogging: Substance or Quantity?
- 02/25/08 06:43 AM
Blogging is quickly becoming America's National Pasttime. I even think that it is passing up baseball for that honor. Everyone who is anyone has a blog. The more you blog, the more reputable you become. Should this be the case? I think not. Blogs should be of substance. The better quality blog that you produce, the more comments that you should acquire. As a Realtor, blogs should be geared toward people that would be visiting your website. One mistake I have noticed with many posts is that they are only posted on Active Rain and are not utilizing Localism. Localism is … (12 comments)
modesto: Tips for Avoiding Foreclosure
- 02/25/08 06:15 AM
Being in the foreclosure capital of America, I thought the following tips might come in useful for people in San Joaquin, Stanislaus and Merced Counties. Here are some tips for avoiding foreclosure: If you are unable to make your mortgage payment, don't ignore the problem. The further behind you become, the harder it will be to reinstate your loan and the more likely that you will lose your house. Contact your lender as soon as you realize that you have a problem. Lenders do not want your house, and they have options to help borrowers through difficult times. Contact a counseling agency … (0 comments)
modesto: Introduction to group
- 02/16/08 04:20 AM
I wanted to introduce myself to the Learn How to be a Top Producing Listing Agent Group. I am Matthew Zgonc and I am a reator from Modesto, CA. I am primarily a listing agent, but do have buyers as well. I have been in the industry for about 2 years and am still learning a lot. I look forward to being a part of this group and networking with all of the members in the future. … (3 comments)
modesto: Introduction to group
- 02/16/08 04:09 AM
Hi! I am Matthew Zgonc. I wanted to introduce myself tothe Agents Who Want Referrals Group. I have been a Realtor for a few years and have been established in different systems. I try yo incorporate the best of these and apply them into my business. I have many contacts that are moving out of my area (due to relocation issues) and am looking to share these leads with agents in other areas. … (2 comments)
modesto: Introduction REO group
- 02/16/08 03:57 AM
I just wanted to introduce myself to the REO group. I have been working with REO's for a while now, with most of my work providing BPO's for various companies. I feel that I will be a good contributor to this group and will respect the code that has been established. I work in Modesto, CA, and stick primarily to Stanislaus County. I look forward to associating with everyone here and look forward to being part of this group. … (9 comments)
modesto: Introduction
- 02/16/08 03:44 AM
I just wanted to take this opportunity to introduce myself to the photography group. I am a realtor in Modesto, CA, who loves photography and wants to learn more about taking good, quality pictures. I believe that good pictures can be the difference between a good listing and a great one. I look forward to meeting thw wonderful people in this group. … (3 comments)
modesto: Introducing Lani Carlson
- 02/12/08 07:37 AM
I wish to introduce Lani Carlson to the people of Active Rain. She works for First Valley Mortgage in Modesto, California and has been in this business for a very long time (15 years). She is a loan specialist and is very familiar with all the new types of loans and packages that are available to consumers. She also helps consumers do the things necessary to help them purchase a house in the future; whether it be three months or three years down the road. I know that everyone will like her once they get to know her. I have learned a … (11 comments)
I have encountered a situation recently that really has me concerned and would appreciate your input on this. I made a bid on a short sale property in Manteca and a week later received a counteroffer from the agent stating that the hot tub wasn't staying and that the property was a short sale. We signed the counteroffer and no boxes were checked that multiple counteroffers had been made.
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