Why would a Real Estate Agent need a coach?
In the world today, we utilize other people to help us accomplish our goals. There are personal trainers at the gym. Some companies offer mentors to new employees. Life coaches and business coaches are now more common. Even a good friend can sometimes be a catalyst in holding us accountable and helping us achieve our […]
CRS Market Designation
When I have a buyer or seller to refer in my network of professionals, one of the first designations I look for is a CRS. CRS stands for “Certified Residential Specialist”. The CRS designation tells me someone has been in the market long enough that they know how to market residential property and they understand […]
180?
Do you ever get bogged down? Feel stuck? When you are feeling this way, how do you get unstuck? I recently had the opportunity to attend a convention in Arizona called “Peak Experience”. Peak Experience offers training, networking and an exchange of ideas and best practices for the real estate industry. One of the best […]
If It Works For Your Car And Your Body, Why Not Your Home?
You perform regular maintenance for your car by changing its oil every 5,000 miles. You also perform regular maintenance for your body by having an annual physical or regular dental checkup. However, it’s easy to overlook a checkup on your financial health. As your trusted Real Estate professional, my goal is to check in with […]
All I Want for Christmas is a New Home!
All I Want for Christmas is a New Home!
Negotiating the Purchase
“Should I ask for…” Everybody is talking about how the market is changing, and it is. As a real estate professional, not only am I seeing more homes coming on the market, but I’m also receiving communication from site agents who are sitting on new homes that need to sell. Whether you are looking for […]
What Are My Days Like?
Behind the Scenes What are my days like? What are my days like? Well, I’m not just out-showing homes. Working directly with clients is definitely my favorite part of the job, but it’s just one part of what I do. My days are packed with visits to builder models and broker open houses. I make it my […]
Renters Want to be Home Owners Too!
A recent article by the National Association of Realtors shared recent survey results, that “most renters want to own a home… lifestyle changes are the top motivation to buy a home, followed by improvements in their financial situation [that] outweigh seeing their rent increase as the main motivators for deciding to buy a home.” What […]
55+? Experience Matters
Almost 10 years ago I earned the Seniors Real Estate Specialists (SRES) designation. I have worked with seniors and helped many sell their homes – young seniors and less young seniors. Imagine my surprise when I turned 55 and learned I AM a senior! But, my recent experience helping my mother-in-law sell her home gave me a whole new […]
I Am Asked This All the Time
Question: “I’m about to close on my house and I’ve paid insurance and taxes into escrow for the coming year. Do I get that money back at closing?” Answer: You do not receive the money at closing, but you will receive the money once the closing agent sends your loan payoff to the lender. The amount could […]