Thoughts on Marketing…

Some fear that foreign buyers will flood the U.S. market – driving prices back up and making it impossible for U.S. citizens to own real estate. Of course, there are those who think that’s a good idea… while others dislike the idea of the U.S. being owned by foreigners. What brought on this new flurry [...]

Looking out the window at my yard gives me definite mixed feelings. I’m thrilled to see the snow gone and the flowers tentatively poking their noses up out of the dirt. I look forward to spending happy hours crawling around out there, getting dirty. But not quite yet. The sun shows up every day or [...]

Terrible news today about a young woman in Iowa killed while holding an open house in a new housing development. Would that have happened if she hadn’t been there all alone? Or if she’d had a revolver in her pocket? Here’s the story: http://www.desmoinesregister.com/article/20110409/NEWS01/104090328/1002/Real-estate-agent-killed-job-West-Des-Moines?odyssey=mod_sectionstories&amp Please take safety precautions – there are crazy people in the [...]

The current economy, with it’s abundance of foreclosures and short sales, has meant more work for real estate agents – there’s no doubt about that. Now, there’s also a new danger for agents who list short sales. It seems the FBI is getting involved, accusing agents of conspiracy to commit fraud if they fail to [...]

Because so many real estate agents set their listings to expire on December 31, right now is prime time to go after expired listings. But what should you say? That seems to be a question that is uppermost on many agents’ minds right now. But first let’s talk about what you should NOT say. You [...]

The attitude you bring to real estate sales will determine your success or failure. Make sure everything about you says “I expect to succeed.”

Whether you should tell buyers about another offer depends upon their personality and the trust they have in you. It could be seen as a pressure tactic.

Begin your real estate career by letting your sphere of influence know that you’re now available to help. Here’s why they’ll be glad to hear from you.

Holiday real estate marketing leads to first quarter commission checks. Here are a few good reasons why it’s important to keep your services “on the market” this holiday season.

More than half of all U.S. consumers do have the income and credit scores to buy a home now. Focus your marketing efforts on showing them why now is a smart time to buy.