And the Washington Hits Just Keeps on Coming
2013 Economic Considerations – And The Washington Hits Just Keep on Coming They read like Box Office suspense thrillers: “Shut Down The Government” “Debt-Ceiling Doomsday” “Bernanke & The Bond Market” Unfortunately for the American public, All three could be playing ad-nauseam, in every U.S. town if the all-star cast of Barack Obama, John […]
In a Flood Zone? Sell Now or Pay the Price
More great news from the government! Many of the provisions of the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2012 are expected to be enacted in the coming months and, it could cost you thousands more each year in insurance premiums. The legislation requires rates to be raised to reflect the true risk of losses from […]
Are You Positioned to Strike it Rich in 2014?
Are you a Buyer In Denial?
Buyers who have opted to delay their purchase are now finding themselves on the short end of the housing stick. Rising interest rates along with surging prices, have already had an impact on housing affordability. Ignoring the obvious signs of a dramatic recovery could put housing buyers in an even the more difficult and frustrating […]
The Fall Season’s Wall of Worry for Homeowners
Will this be the “Fall to Remember“? Will the trend of an improving housing market reverse itself? This fall season could prove to be treacherous for home sellers. Even worse, the impact of the war in Syria, economic turmoil in emerging markets, mortgage interest rate increases, and the central bank’s Policy in the U.S. , […]
Top 10 Reasons a Seller Should Choose You to List Their Homes
1. Global Presence – In addition to your company’s internet presence, you are also affiliated with groups that are regarded as the best in the industry. 2. Local Presence – Print media, local market dominance, and the network of local agents are all important to ensuring maximum exposure of your property. 3. Marketing Excellence – […]
What Am I Getting for My Money?
Every successful agent knows that when they’re on a listing appointment they must be able to justify to the seller what they’re getting for the commission they’re paying. If an agent can’t answer the question: “What am I getting for my money?”, they will not be chosen to represent that seller. If you as an […]
The Golden Rule: Take the Shots
Why People Rob Banks
Why do robbers choose banks to rob? The answer is simple, because “that’s where the money is.” It’s surprising just how profound this concept is because it can be applied to an agent’s entire real estate business. If you focus on activities based on which ones pay the most, the success you have should be […]