January 28, 2010
January 27, 2010
A Few Things You're Realtor Probably Would Like You To Know, But May Never Tell You...(in no specific order of importance)
1. We actually like what we do. It's not always necessarily about the money - especially right now with the median home price where it is. We have to sell four houses to get the same money we were getting three years ago. A lot of times right now it's about getting someone into a house. It's about going up against investors trying to buy up the good stuff and stickin' to the man.
2. We don't expect you to humor us. If we pull up to a house and you hate it, you don't have to go in. Just tell us and we'll go to the next one. You're not obligated to waste your time just because we drove out there...we understand.
3. When you're trying to be thoughtful and don't call us on a Sunday because we've been working non-stop with you all week - we appreciate it, BUT...when you decide to go on your own to a new housing developement and not bother us it's thoughtful, but without realizing it, you've most likely made us ineligable for our comission if you buy one of those new houses. Give us a call...we don't mind!
4. We can pull up any information on any listing you see...on the internet, on a yard sign, etc.
5. We spend a lot of time studying the market and what's going on - espcially in regards to offers getting accepted. We'll write whatever offer you ask us to, but if you ask our opinion, don't get annoyed when we tell you that you're probably not going to get the house going in under the list price...we want you to get a good deal, but we also want you to get the house if you like it.
6. Going through the listing agent (using the listing agent as the buyer agent) isn't necassarily going to save you money. It will however put you in a position of being represented by an agent that will have a fiduciary duty to both the buyer and seller - which is a fine line to walk when you're an agent because you know the financial situation of both parties. It's legal in Nevada, but not in all states. Get your own agent whose only looking out for your interests.
7. We like dogs...but not when we're showing you houses if you can help it. It's against the law to leave them in the car and a lot of times, if the house is occupied, it may not be taken well.
8. We love kids and unlike dogs, please bring 'em with you! We're trying to help you find a home that your family can live in...you'd be amazed the insight a five year old can have on the functionality of a backyard!
9. We know this is a lot of money for you. Trust us. We really are looking out for you. We'd rather look at one more house than have you get something and not love it every day when you come home. We want you to have happy thoughts when you think about us later down the road!
10. If you liked us and liked our service, please tell your friends. Finding new clients is always a challenge for us and when we can get a recommendation from you for a job well done, it goes a long way!
www.buyvegashouses.com
buyvegashouses@gmail.com
2. We don't expect you to humor us. If we pull up to a house and you hate it, you don't have to go in. Just tell us and we'll go to the next one. You're not obligated to waste your time just because we drove out there...we understand.
3. When you're trying to be thoughtful and don't call us on a Sunday because we've been working non-stop with you all week - we appreciate it, BUT...when you decide to go on your own to a new housing developement and not bother us it's thoughtful, but without realizing it, you've most likely made us ineligable for our comission if you buy one of those new houses. Give us a call...we don't mind!
4. We can pull up any information on any listing you see...on the internet, on a yard sign, etc.
5. We spend a lot of time studying the market and what's going on - espcially in regards to offers getting accepted. We'll write whatever offer you ask us to, but if you ask our opinion, don't get annoyed when we tell you that you're probably not going to get the house going in under the list price...we want you to get a good deal, but we also want you to get the house if you like it.
6. Going through the listing agent (using the listing agent as the buyer agent) isn't necassarily going to save you money. It will however put you in a position of being represented by an agent that will have a fiduciary duty to both the buyer and seller - which is a fine line to walk when you're an agent because you know the financial situation of both parties. It's legal in Nevada, but not in all states. Get your own agent whose only looking out for your interests.
7. We like dogs...but not when we're showing you houses if you can help it. It's against the law to leave them in the car and a lot of times, if the house is occupied, it may not be taken well.
8. We love kids and unlike dogs, please bring 'em with you! We're trying to help you find a home that your family can live in...you'd be amazed the insight a five year old can have on the functionality of a backyard!
9. We know this is a lot of money for you. Trust us. We really are looking out for you. We'd rather look at one more house than have you get something and not love it every day when you come home. We want you to have happy thoughts when you think about us later down the road!
10. If you liked us and liked our service, please tell your friends. Finding new clients is always a challenge for us and when we can get a recommendation from you for a job well done, it goes a long way!
www.buyvegashouses.com
buyvegashouses@gmail.com
January 24, 2010
The Las Vegas Real Estate Market – How it Really Is!
It’s an exciting time in the Las Vegas Real Estate Market – DESPITE what you hear on the news. They would have you believe that it’s possible to swoop in and steal a property for up to 50% off of the list price. They’d have you believe that sellers are practically begging people to take their homes off their hands. They’d have you believe that banks would rather “dump” houses for pennies on the dollar than keep them on their books one more day. They’d have you believe that this is absolutely the worst time in Las Vegas Real Estate.
It’s time to take a step back and find out what’s really happening in Las Vegas.
If you’re an investor, the long and short of it is, yes, you can get a great deal in Las Vegas. Yes, if you have some cash, it’s time to buy an investment property – either to rent out or sell. No, you’re probably not going to be able to come in with $15,000 and buy a house that you can rehab and turn around and sell for a $20,000 profit BUT, you can come in and make some money.
If you’re a Homeowner who’s looking to up-size, down-size, or purchase your first home in Las Vegas, NOW is a great time to buy. You’ll have to get with your lender before going to look at houses so you know how much you can afford. After that you’re going to have to be ready if you see a house you like, to make an offer at a price that is at or above the list price – yes, even on foreclosures! You’re in the mix with investors who are paying cash now, if you want it and we tell you it’s a good deal, it’s not the time to try and haggle. About 58% of homes that are listed get sold within the first 30 days on the market – it’s time to make your move!
If you’re a seller who has equity – you’re golden. Houses are going fast for the list price and above. If you’ve got a decent house and it’s priced right, you could have multiple offers, including cash buyers, within days of your home going on the market. Again, 58% of the homes listed get sold within the first 30 days…PRICING IS KEY! 77% of Single Family Homes that are listed are SOLD. Compare that to one of the best year’s for Real Estate in Las Vegas (2005) where only 58% of homes listed were sold…It’s one of the best times to list your home!
If you’re one of the thousands of homeowners facing foreclosure, NOW is the time to get that house SOLD. Maybe you’ve just started to fall behind on your payments or maybe you’re not behind yet, but your hours at work were cut and you can see the late payments coming in the near future. It could be that you’re just tired and you’ve decided to head home to where you have family that can cheer you on, NOW is the time to get that houses SOLD. Banks really would rather have you try to sell your home before they have to take it back. More and more short-sales are being approved by lenders these days. Not only will it give you some peace of mind during the whole process, but it will put you back on track to be able to purchase another home sooner that if you “just let the bank have their dang house back”. Walking away really is never the answer – especially when a short-sale is an easy solution that someone else basically does all the work on.
All in all, there really hasn’t been a better time to buy or sell Real Estate in Las Vegas. Stick around, check out the website. If you see something you like, give me a call. If you have a question, give me a call. The point is, just call, because you really can’t afford not to make a move in this market!
www.buyvegashouses.com
buyvegashouses@gmail.com
It’s time to take a step back and find out what’s really happening in Las Vegas.
If you’re an investor, the long and short of it is, yes, you can get a great deal in Las Vegas. Yes, if you have some cash, it’s time to buy an investment property – either to rent out or sell. No, you’re probably not going to be able to come in with $15,000 and buy a house that you can rehab and turn around and sell for a $20,000 profit BUT, you can come in and make some money.
If you’re a Homeowner who’s looking to up-size, down-size, or purchase your first home in Las Vegas, NOW is a great time to buy. You’ll have to get with your lender before going to look at houses so you know how much you can afford. After that you’re going to have to be ready if you see a house you like, to make an offer at a price that is at or above the list price – yes, even on foreclosures! You’re in the mix with investors who are paying cash now, if you want it and we tell you it’s a good deal, it’s not the time to try and haggle. About 58% of homes that are listed get sold within the first 30 days on the market – it’s time to make your move!
If you’re a seller who has equity – you’re golden. Houses are going fast for the list price and above. If you’ve got a decent house and it’s priced right, you could have multiple offers, including cash buyers, within days of your home going on the market. Again, 58% of the homes listed get sold within the first 30 days…PRICING IS KEY! 77% of Single Family Homes that are listed are SOLD. Compare that to one of the best year’s for Real Estate in Las Vegas (2005) where only 58% of homes listed were sold…It’s one of the best times to list your home!
If you’re one of the thousands of homeowners facing foreclosure, NOW is the time to get that house SOLD. Maybe you’ve just started to fall behind on your payments or maybe you’re not behind yet, but your hours at work were cut and you can see the late payments coming in the near future. It could be that you’re just tired and you’ve decided to head home to where you have family that can cheer you on, NOW is the time to get that houses SOLD. Banks really would rather have you try to sell your home before they have to take it back. More and more short-sales are being approved by lenders these days. Not only will it give you some peace of mind during the whole process, but it will put you back on track to be able to purchase another home sooner that if you “just let the bank have their dang house back”. Walking away really is never the answer – especially when a short-sale is an easy solution that someone else basically does all the work on.
All in all, there really hasn’t been a better time to buy or sell Real Estate in Las Vegas. Stick around, check out the website. If you see something you like, give me a call. If you have a question, give me a call. The point is, just call, because you really can’t afford not to make a move in this market!
www.buyvegashouses.com
buyvegashouses@gmail.com
January 4, 2010
Okay, an extra post because I can't sleep!
Have you been waiting to see what was going to happen with the Las Vegas Real Esate Market...well, now is the time to make your move. What you hear on the news is that there is just too much inventory..the reality is yes there are a lot of houses, but when good houses (they don't need things rebuilt, they just need a good cleaning and maybe some paint), go on the market there are multiple offers within days...and I'm not just talking one or two, I'm talking fifteen people who all want the same house! Can you imagine what will happen when it gets good enough for the news to report that the Las Vegas Market isn't as stinky as it was? It'll be too late!
It's time to start looking now...especially if you're going to want to buy one of the thousands of short-sales we have here in our Valley. Don't be fooled, short-sales can be any BUT short...they can however be a way, if you've got enough patience, to get a pretty good deal on a house. Many people are saying that Short-Sales are going to be the next big push.
If you're an investor, all I have to say is what are you waiting for? Cash is king here in Vegas - on the strip and in the housing market. We sold a 1628 sq. foot single story home for $100k...what???? Really, $61/sq. foot, and there's properties cheaper than that! The average rent in November of 2009 was $1261...I'll let you do the math, that's why you're an investor, but you've got to see how it adds up that you really have to get in the game out here.
All I'm saying is that if you've been thinking about purchasing a new home or an investment property here in Las Vegas, the time is now. Don't be one of the ones at the end of this year smacking yourself on forehead wishing you had made a move earlier.
SEARCH THE LAS VEGAS MLS HERE
www.buyvegashouses.com
buyvegashouses@gmail.com
It's time to start looking now...especially if you're going to want to buy one of the thousands of short-sales we have here in our Valley. Don't be fooled, short-sales can be any BUT short...they can however be a way, if you've got enough patience, to get a pretty good deal on a house. Many people are saying that Short-Sales are going to be the next big push.
If you're an investor, all I have to say is what are you waiting for? Cash is king here in Vegas - on the strip and in the housing market. We sold a 1628 sq. foot single story home for $100k...what???? Really, $61/sq. foot, and there's properties cheaper than that! The average rent in November of 2009 was $1261...I'll let you do the math, that's why you're an investor, but you've got to see how it adds up that you really have to get in the game out here.
All I'm saying is that if you've been thinking about purchasing a new home or an investment property here in Las Vegas, the time is now. Don't be one of the ones at the end of this year smacking yourself on forehead wishing you had made a move earlier.
SEARCH THE LAS VEGAS MLS HERE
www.buyvegashouses.com
buyvegashouses@gmail.com
Day 1...
So here I am, almost at the end of day 1 and pooped! It's been a while since I've seen the early side of 7am!
I've cold called, I've mail merged, I think I may even have gotten a paper cut on my tongue from the dang envelopes BUT...I've gotten a referral from AZ (thank you active rain), I've gotten two buyer leads from my website, and now two investment clients (who are legit, not the oohh, I have a little extra money and I want to be a Real Estate Investor) who've got me looking for stuff...not bad for day 1 if I do say so myself.
Tomorrow, gotta pick out a couple properties for open houses this weekend, get some phone numbers and make some calls. It's not a super secrect strategy but it seems like it'll work!
Let's see how Day #2 goes! 'Night!
www.buyvegashouses.com
buyvegashouses@gmail.com
I've cold called, I've mail merged, I think I may even have gotten a paper cut on my tongue from the dang envelopes BUT...I've gotten a referral from AZ (thank you active rain), I've gotten two buyer leads from my website, and now two investment clients (who are legit, not the oohh, I have a little extra money and I want to be a Real Estate Investor) who've got me looking for stuff...not bad for day 1 if I do say so myself.
Tomorrow, gotta pick out a couple properties for open houses this weekend, get some phone numbers and make some calls. It's not a super secrect strategy but it seems like it'll work!
Let's see how Day #2 goes! 'Night!
www.buyvegashouses.com
buyvegashouses@gmail.com
January 3, 2010
Here I Go!
A little over three years ago I received my Real Estate License. I remember attending the 2-day ethics course with GLVAR and being excited about all the possibilities ahead of me...then I got side tracked! I came in right at the tail-end of the "good times" and watched the sales decline, the inventory go up, and median home prices begin to slide. Over the next three years, I remained in the Real Estate industry...in the accounting department, then into the admin. side of the office, then onto Relocation Director and now, through a number of odd circumstances, back to an agent.
I'm sitting at the beginning of a new year and seeing all the possibilities - again. This time though, I have I have three years of experience on both sides of the license under my belt. I'm watching inventory fall, sales rise, and prices...well, if you're on the buying end of a decent house, be prepared to go into a bidding war with fifteen other people.
Although I've been in "it" for a while, I figure, I'll start at the beginning...just like an agent fresh out of school. Sadly, that means back to open houses, cold calling, door knocking, etc., but I've seen it work over the years, and I've watched others try to reinvent the wheel and really, why bother?? Everyone is looking for that "secret" that there must be to hit it big in Real Estate...I've seen it, there is none! It's the mundane habits that aren't real glamorous that get the business...so here I go.
I watched Julie and Julia last week - great flick and it gave me an idea. If over a year a person can cook her way through a legendary cookbook and write a blog about it, why couldn't a person do Real Estate, implement a plan and blog about it (hopefully about the success).
So that's what I'll do! Some days it may have some useful information, some days, it may be a sounding board for new ideas, and some days, it may just be a way to vent...we'll just have to see.
So here's to a great 2010, let's see where we go!
I'm sitting at the beginning of a new year and seeing all the possibilities - again. This time though, I have I have three years of experience on both sides of the license under my belt. I'm watching inventory fall, sales rise, and prices...well, if you're on the buying end of a decent house, be prepared to go into a bidding war with fifteen other people.
Although I've been in "it" for a while, I figure, I'll start at the beginning...just like an agent fresh out of school. Sadly, that means back to open houses, cold calling, door knocking, etc., but I've seen it work over the years, and I've watched others try to reinvent the wheel and really, why bother?? Everyone is looking for that "secret" that there must be to hit it big in Real Estate...I've seen it, there is none! It's the mundane habits that aren't real glamorous that get the business...so here I go.
I watched Julie and Julia last week - great flick and it gave me an idea. If over a year a person can cook her way through a legendary cookbook and write a blog about it, why couldn't a person do Real Estate, implement a plan and blog about it (hopefully about the success).
So that's what I'll do! Some days it may have some useful information, some days, it may be a sounding board for new ideas, and some days, it may just be a way to vent...we'll just have to see.
So here's to a great 2010, let's see where we go!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)