They are supposed to recieve a check upon leaving the property clean & broom swept, but I cannot give it to them until they actually leave. I know it's not "my problem" that they lost their home and all, but I couldn't help but to feel compassion for them because as of yesterday, they still didn't have a home for their family. It kinda hurt when I had to explain to their 15 year old son that they gotta move out and why. ( The husband and wife don't … (15 comments)
toya condelee: What Women Really Mean: Happy Father's day!!!
- 06/16/07 04:42 AM
You know, I usually shy away from these "female" stereotypes, but I saw myself in a few of them and couldn't help but laugh!! Men, if you haven't learned this by now, I don't know what to tell you!!! ENJOY!!
Fine: This is the word we use at the end of any argument that we feel we are right about but need to shut you up. NEVER use "fine" to describe how a woman looks. This will cause you to have one of those arguments. Five minutes: This is half an hour. It is equivalent to the five minutes that your … (2 comments)
toya condelee: Crunch Time!!
- 05/14/07 10:55 AM
I'm just in here bearing my fitness soul here! Most of the weight of my "overweightness" is in my belly. I really believe that 5 to 10 pounds of it is from my stomach, sides and butt!! LOL! BUT...I'm doing something about it, and that's what's most important. Why live with something you don't want to? So I've been hob-nobbing with SPARKPEOPLE to help me on my quest back to fitness from my "Wonder Years" and here is a great crunch workout that is simple to do: Starting Position Lie on the floor or a mat on your back, with knees bent … (1 comments)
toya condelee: Do "They" REALLY Want to Hear Your Voice??
- 05/07/07 05:22 AM
As a marketer disguised as a real estate agent, I've been looking at a few marketing tools lately and I ran across this thing where you can add audio on your website. Nothing new, but I've been entertaining the idea lately and I'm not totally convinced that this truly enhance my site or give people "hang time" on it. I wanted to know from yall if this is a practical thing that would enhance your website, or would it be annoying? Do any of you have it, and if so, is it working for you? I personally find someone's voice on … (3 comments)
toya condelee: 7 Listing Presentation Points to Remember!!
- 05/07/07 05:01 AM
Ever wonder what more you can do to increase your chances of getting the listing? I can't get enough of these kind of tips because they are so vital to our business!
Here are a few things you should consider doing at your next listing interview... (I know I will)
1. Shorten your presentation. The most important thing that a seller wants to know is A. How much is my home worth and B. How much do you charge? Everything else is secondary - so get to the point a little quicker. 2. Use a more powerful pre-listing packet. You want to have your prospect already sold … (40 comments)
toya condelee: Notary...Who Needs 'Em??
- 05/03/07 11:29 AM
By brief definition, a notary is an official witness to the signing of a legal document. What types of businesses benefit the most from having a Notary? New and used car dealerships Insurance companies Mortgage companies Title companies Corporations - of any type Real-estate companies Construction companies Schools - public or private of all levels Any other company that requires notarization on a regular basis As a Realtor, it is a great service to our clientelle to be an official notary because it saves alot of time for having to travel to track one down or travel to one.
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toya condelee: Moving With Pets
- 04/27/07 09:15 AM
Moving can definitely be a stressful undertaking - and not just for the humans in your family. When you're in the midst of relocating, take special care to minimize the stresses on your pets. Which Mode of Transportation is Best? First, decide how you're going to transport your pets. If you're relocating within the same city, moving your animals will be relatively simple. If you're moving a few hours away or more, then you'll be looking at a long road trip which can become arduous for everyone in the car. You may want to consider transporting your cats or dogs … (3 comments)
toya condelee: What's Your Sales Strategy?
- 04/25/07 06:05 PM
If you've decided to go ahead and sell your house, it's important to have a sales strategy planned out before you even put your house on the market. It's also important to have a strategy that both you and your agent agree on, right down to the last detail. With all the details of your plan firmly in place, you'll have a strategy that will help your sale go more quickly and more smoothly when you start receiving offers from buyers. What Should a Good Strategy Include? Your sales strategy should incorporate two mini-plans, one for marketing your property, and the other … (1 comments)
toya condelee: How to Avoid Paying the Capital Gains Tax
- 04/25/07 09:55 AM
When you sell your home, the profit you make can be subject to the capital gains tax. Understanding how the capital gains tax laws operate may help you pocket more of the profits. While it's important to talk to your tax advisor about your specific situation, here are a few guidelines to help you get started. Capital gains tax rates are determined by a combination of: The profit from the sale of your home Your overall income (your tax bracket) The length of time you held your investment (in this case, your home)When selling your primary residence, you may be permitted to exclude … (1 comments)
toya condelee: The Start of A New Begining
- 04/25/07 09:34 AM
How to Sell Your Starter Home First-time buyers typically have less money to spend on a home than more experienced property owners. If you're selling a smaller home, with one or two bedrooms and bathrooms, you may want to consider marketing your property as a starter home. To sell a starter home quickly, you'll have to balance affordability with attractiveness and utility. Starter homes tend to be less aesthetically pleasing, but a quick sale is possible if you can make up for it in other ways. Choose Touches that Will Attract First-time Buyers A first-time buyer will likely want a home that is … (0 comments)
toya condelee: Buy A Home For All the Right Resons
- 04/25/07 09:23 AM
Buy a House for the Right Reasons Everybody has a different set of reasons for buying a new house. Some are good and some not so good. Buying for the wrong reasons - or buying when you're not ready for ownership - can be financially devastating. Before you make that commitment, think about why you're buying and hopefully you can avoid making some potentially very costly mistakes. The Wrong Reasons 1. It's less expensive than renting. Is it? There are plenty of "hidden" costs associated with home ownership - things like property taxes, insurance, and home maintenance. If you're thinking of buying a home … (0 comments)
toya condelee: Basic Tips On How To Find A Good Investment Property
- 04/25/07 09:17 AM
THE BASICS: In 2005, 23% of all homes sold were investment properties, according to the National Association of Realtors. There's no question that investing in real estate can be lucrative, but it's important to choose your properties carefully to make sure you don't end up getting burned. Choose the Right Neighborhood Just like with any other real estate purchase, location is all-important. Whether you're buying an investment property to rent or to renovate for resale, a large part of your success will come down to the neighborhood you buy into. Developing or undervalued neighborhoods are both good prospects for investment buying. The easiest … (3 comments)
toya condelee: Sound Tips For Controlling Your Debt
- 04/24/07 08:11 AM
I think we can all benefit from this! As Realtors/Brokers, we get paid handsomely for the services we provide. When I first got my Real Estate License, my broker told me: "Building wealth in this business is not about commissions, but rather, what you DO with your commissions when you earn it!" The majority of people have been in some serious debt in times past, presently or may be in the future. Typically, the average American household with at least one credit card has nearly $9,200 in credit card debt, according to CardWeb.com, and the average interest rate runs in the mid- to … (1 comments)
toya condelee: Why Do I Want a "Tech-Savvy" Agent?
- 04/16/07 10:01 AM
Importance of a Tech Savvy Agent When you choose a real estate agent, you're selecting someone to represent you in one of the largest financial transactions you may ever undertake. As the Internet continues to simplify the way people do research on buying or selling their home, there are many good reasons to choose an agent who can harness the power of technology to provide you with exceptional service. A tech-savvy agent can:
Send up-to-date information by email for you to review at your convenience. Provide you with an online home evaluation so you can stay on top of current market … (0 comments)
toya condelee: Want a FREE Credit Report?
- 04/16/07 09:25 AM
When looking for a home, or even refinancing, having a current credit report is about as handy as a hammer and nail for a carpenter! Especially now, when we live in a time where so much of what can have & do lean largely in part by what our credit scores are. Truth is a credit score doesn't define who you are as a PERSON, but rather is a snapshot of how well you take care of your bills. Some people have low credit scores for several reasons: Not enough credit establishedSudden death of providing spouseIllnessIdentity FraudUnmet child support Just to name a … (0 comments)
toya condelee: Pay Attention to the SIGNS!
- 04/16/07 08:33 AM
Do you see the signs? The SIGNS are all around us...we can't go into a public building or leave one without seeing them! They're always speaking to us, guiding us in the direction we should go. A picture may be worth 1,000 words, but a sign speaks VOLUMES! They tell us to cautious, warn us of danger, when to stop, when to go, where to park, what's coming ahead, slow down, watch our speed, where to get gas...I mean, you can't escape them---THEY'RE EVERYWHERE!!! Here is yet, another great reason why we should pay attention to the signs!"
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toya condelee: What's In A Name?
- 04/15/07 02:24 PM
There are now over ONE TRILLION EXIT signs on the North American continent and everyone of them is paid for with other people's money! It's hard not to think about EXIT because you see it every place you go. Think about it: Signing off many computer programs requires you to EXIT At all movie theatres, EXIT signs are visually located near the screen An aircraft flight attendant's demonstration draws your attention to the EXIT sign EXIT signs in hotels point to safe passage
Our competitors promote the name EXIT throughout their offices, seminars and conventions This company is more highly advertised than General … (3 comments)
toya condelee: Exit Realty Results: BUYING A HOME 101 (The Building Blocks of Homeownership) Pt.III
- 04/14/07 09:30 PM
Inspections Real estate contracts often contain contingency clauses that allow buyers to inspect the property. Certain inspections are required by lenders and others are a matter of observation and what is particular to a region or area. Which party pays for these inspections is negotiable. The two most common types of inspection are: Wood Destroying Pest and Organisms (Termite) Inspection This inspection identifies existing or potential pest, dry rot, fungus and other structure-threatening infestations or conditions. The initial inspection fee covers only those areas which are accessible to the inspector. Inspections of inaccessible areas cost more and are subject to an estimate … (0 comments)
EACH ONE, TEACH ONE!
I like to have open dialouges about ANYTHING concerning this field! I LOVE to learn! In helping others, in time of need, we will be helped. If everyone lived by this principle, the world would be a better place to live. So let it begin right here in this Blog!
Hey, after all, "if it is to BE...it's up to me! (and you too!)
I'm working on this REO Listing and the family has not moved out yet. ;)
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