real estate assistant: Are You Blogging with the Right Mix of Local Flavors?
- 08/03/11 01:53 PM
Here at REVStaffing, our professional real estate virtual assistants write a lot of blogs for a lot of clients in (and associated with) the real estate industry. We work hard to stay on the technological cutting edge, keeping everything that bears your name fresh and timely. You may say, “I pull my blog topics straight from Inman News.” Which is terrific; we like Inman, and we get some terrific topic ideas there!
But we're noticing an industry trend that we think is really exciting – combining timeliness with localism. We write about all kinds of topics related to real estate. What's … (2 comments)
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real estate assistant: Some Simple Rules to Help Control the “Email Spiral” - Part 2
- 08/01/11 01:59 PM
Last time, REVStaffing talked about the ways in which we unwittingly allow email to gobble up valuable time throughout the work day. We cited the subtle ways in which this can happen, and discussed the Email Charter as a possible solution to this ever-growing problem.
Today, we're offering the ten components of the Charter for your consideration. We hope you'll read it and share its insights, in the hope that we can help bring the email spiral under control:
Respect your recipients' time: This is the absolute, fundamental rule; think of it every single time you hit your “Compose Mail” button! … (1 comments)
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real estate assistant: REVStaffing's Virtual Assistants Go to Camp – SMM Camp!
- 07/27/11 12:31 PM
Summer is in full swing, and many of our REVStaffing virtual assistants – and our clients – have sent their kids off to enjoy the summer camp experience. Last Thursday, several of our VAs attended their own version of summer camp at the Social Media Advocate's Social Media Marketing (SMM) Camp. The focus was on blogging, and it was an extraordinary learning experience for everyone involved!
Moderated by SMM Camp's founder and director Ross Hair, six of the nation's top real estate bloggers shared the content strategies they use to engage and connect online with new clients. Those experts included Nicole … (0 comments)
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real estate assistant: “Face” It: Facebook WILL Take Your Business to the Next Level
- 07/18/11 10:52 AM
Someone who's never heard of Facebook? Is that even possible? Well, of course it's possible. But, let's “face” it; Facebook is hugely popular. According to USAToday, as of this month there are over 750 million active Facebook users.
Here at REVStaffing, we know that there's no denying two facts: Facebook is everywhere, and Facebook is easy. With the ability to update a Facebook status from desktops, laptops, smart phones – anywhere there's an Internet connection – the popularity of the world's leading social media site is overwhelming.
But let's say you're not familiar with Facebook; you've got to be wondering … (3 comments)
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real estate assistant: Our Fan Base is Growing!
- 07/13/11 03:36 PM
We've all heard the old saying: Sometimes, less is more.
Today, REVStaffing is posting our all-time shortest blog in the form of a gigantic “THANK YOU” to Sandy Harper, a Celebration, Florida broker (@SandySellsHomes) who mentioned us on Twitter!
It's a given that the best publicity is word-of-mouth. Sure, we have a terrific new website, a toll-free phone number, an incredible Facebook presence, an extraordinary project management system, and the very finest real estate virtual assistants available in the United States. And those things set us so far apart from the crowd that you might think a little extra … (2 comments)
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real estate assistant: Check Out Our Fantastic New Look!
- 07/08/11 10:44 AM
Remember the feeling you had the last time you bought a brand new car? The excitement you felt was pretty overwhelming, right? You called your friends, drove around town, and generally wanted everyone you knew to share your great feelings.
REVStaffing knows exactly how that feels! We've got a new website, and we're bursting with pride. We want you to check it out, bookmark it, tell your friends about it...help us spread the news.
We're part of your team, and we've always offered “one-stop shopping.” With our new look, that's changed – for the better! You now have faster, … (0 comments)
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real estate assistant: What It Takes to Get Started With Us
- 07/01/11 11:47 AM
Congratulations! You've made the decision to work more effectively by utilizing the REVStaffing team of professional real estate virtual assistants, and we're very excited for you! Before you take off to enjoy the long holiday weekend, let's talk for just a moment about what you can immediately expect from us.
We have wonderful Client Care Managers. They'll be making an appointment with you to discuss your support needs, your goals, and how we can help. This will include the creation of a Plan of Action, which we'll use to get you set up in BaseCamp and moving forward quickly and easily.
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real estate assistant: What Do REVStaffing's Clients Value About Us?
- 06/29/11 11:12 AM
We frequently ask REVStaffing's clients to complete short satisfaction surveys, in order to constantly and consistently improve the quality of products and services we offer. If you're still mulling over the idea of working with our crew of professional virtual assistants, consider these points. They're drawn from our current clients' feedback:
Our clients appreciate the fact that they're able to build strong working relationships with REVStaffing, by working with an assigned client manager and a consistent team of virtual assistants. They also know that there's a full team behind every assigned virtual assistant, ready to provide additional help when necessary. … (0 comments)
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real estate assistant: Are You Ready for a Real Estate Virtual Assistant?
- 06/27/11 12:35 PM
At REVStaffing, we know that being organized is critical before adding staff. Think hard about the tasks you’ll delegate, and give your time-management system an appraising look. Then ask yourself these questions (courtesy of Realtor® magazine):
How much do you buy into the old adage, “If you want something done right, you have to do it yourself”?
Working with REVStaffing means that you're willing to let others tackle some of the projects you previously thought would best be handled by you. We can help you meet your goals, and we may even know a different and better path! There are … (0 comments)
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real estate assistant: What's the Best Way to Communicate with Your Virtual Assistant?
- 06/22/11 01:58 PM
If there's a secret to working with a virtual assistant, it can be summed up in one word: COMMUNICATION. It's definitely a two-way street, and it's essential to achieving your goals and getting things done. Neither party should ever feel (or say) that things have gotten “lost in translation.” Now that you've hired – or are considering hiring – REVStaffing's team of professional virtual assistants, you can expect not only timely delivery, but also truly effective communication.
Daily communication between you and your virtual assistance team is a must, and we use BaseCamp to ensure a standard system for all communication. … (0 comments)
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real estate assistant: Still Unsure Whether You Need a Virtual Assistant?
- 06/15/11 04:00 PM
You've become an avid reader of the REVStaffing blog. We're thrilled! You've learned a lot about the skills and knowledge we offer. Great stuff, isn't it? You've got friends and colleagues – more every day, in fact – who are hiring us to perform all tasks, great and small. It's exciting for them and us! Yet, you're still sitting on the fence, trying to decide if you should contact us...if you really need virtual assistance.
We understand. You're used to doing things for yourself. You don't particularly like it, and you know that you really do need help. So think … (0 comments)
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real estate assistant: What Does A REVStaffing Virtual Assistant DO All Day?
- 06/01/11 04:41 PM
You've looked around your office, and discovered that the day-to-day minutiae have gotten out of hand. You need help, but you really don't want to go through the hassle of the hiring process once, let alone the possible many times, that might be needed to find someone who has the skills and personality to fit you and your business.
You've talked with your peers and done a little research, and it sounds like a “virtual assistant” may be the solution. You have a lot of questions, starting with, “What exactly is a VA?” If you went to free.dictionary.com, this … (3 comments)
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real estate assistant: REVStaffing Now Has A Toll-Free Number!
- 05/12/11 03:18 AM
We are proud to announce that we now have a Toll-Free Number. You can now call the same number to contact anyone at REVStaffing, or to even send us a fax!
Call Us at 855-REVSVA1 or 855-738-7821 to reach ANYONE at REVStaffing for your real estate virtual assistant needs!
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real estate assistant: REVStaffing is looking for ONE special Bilingual blossom!
- 01/18/11 05:08 AM
REVStaffing is looking for ONE special blossom (bilingual); an experienced real estate assistant to join our team of Professional Real Estate Virtual Assistants.
MUST HAVE REAL ESTATE EXPERIENCE.
We work with the best agents across the U.S and Canada,
right from our homes.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be bilingual in Spanish
· MUST be proficient with Top Producer 8i.
· Familiar with backend web work as it relates to RE websites
· Must be available during business hours .
· This is not an entry level position. MUST HAVE REAL ESTATE EXPERIENCE.
· Must be able to think for yourself, meet challenges & … (0 comments)
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real estate assistant: The Market is on the Move!
- 06/17/10 04:20 AM
February home prices posted their first year-over-year increase since December 2006,
according to the latest S&P Case-Shiller home price. Home prices in the index's 20-city
composite crept up a scant 0.6%, but prices fell month over month. In a battered housing market whereit has been driven by foreclosure and short sales, each positive decimal-point-worth of growth has
observers heralding a turnaround, the first annual increase in three years is encouraging to say the
least. But before a rebound is declared, they say there is a few factors to consider: The biggest: the
federal home buyer tax credit, which expired April … (0 comments)
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real estate assistant: I NEED AN ASSISTANT!
- 06/15/10 02:41 AM
How many times have you thought about getting an assistant? As a Realtor, your time is precious, and administration... what's that? A successful Realtor is not sitting at an office, they are working with clients. How does one build leads, follow up with those leads, and sellers, and supervise closings, upkeep websites... need I go on? Now, what do you need to do... sell real estate, right? Get an assistant!
Look at this:
Have you thought about a VA (Virtual Assistant), seriously! You pay only for what you need completed. So basically it is hourly: no wasted time, no overhead … (0 comments)
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Here at REVStaffing, our professional real estate virtual assistants write a lot of blogs for a lot of clients in (and associated with) the real estate industry. We work hard to stay on the technological cutting edge, keeping everything that bears your name fresh and timely. You may say, “I pull my blog topics straight from Inman News.” Which is terrific; we like Inman, and we get some terrific topic ideas there!
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