Tips To Sell Denver Real Estate Fast!
by Bruce Swedal
In the current real estate market it is still possible to sell your Denver area home quickly and for top dollar. It can be done if you follow some simple guidelines.
The first aspect that you need to look at is condition of the property you wish to sell. You need to step back and detach yourself from the property to get an impartial picture of what should be done to get your home in prime selling condition. Make no mistake that right now more than ever, condition sells homes.
If you find it difficult to impartially evaluate your home you should give considerable weight to what your Realtor advises. Realtors know the market and they understand what it takes for a home to sell. To catch a prospective buyer your home needs to stand out from the crowd.
The next aspect of you need to closely study is the offering price of your home. For homes to sell now two things must be clearly evident. We already covered condition, in the home must stand out. Another part of making it stand out is pricing it competitively.
For your home to stand out you need to understand the home cannot be over priced. If you over price it you will you will diminish the ability for your home to stand out from among the others being offered.
To try and make this clearer, you need to have the most attractive $200k home in the neighborhood and not the least attractive $225k home in the neighborhood. If you miss on this and over price your home the only thing you will accomplish is to give prospective buyers good reasons to purchase someone else's home.
Homes that are freshly listed typically get the most excitement from potential buyers and you need to be priced right from the first day you offer your home for sale. That is the peak period for selling and if you're overpriced you can miss your best chance for selling winding up with a home that sits on the market unsold. You want to be positioned as the clear choice for a home in your price range.
Other things to consider are offering incentives to the buyer. Things to consider are offering to pay the purchasers closing costs, a credit for decorating or even making the first couple mortgage payments for the purchaser. These are things that could make your home stand out from the crowd because people love incentives.
If you have an equity position in your home, you can consider carrying part of the loan for the purchaser. By offering attractive terms on seller carried financing you may be able to attract investors or prospective purchasers that would not have otherwise considered your home.
Don't forget the important aspect of curb appeal when you're making improvements to sell. The exterior is what is going to make the first impression on a prospective buyer and it needs to be a good one. If the first look does not impress they may not look any further.
Make it a clean, clutter-free environment that projects space. Take down personal and family pictures or anything that will detract from the buyer imagining living in your home. You want them to feel at home which is hard to do if they are staring at a couple dozen pictures of your family living there.
วันอาทิตย์ที่ 18 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2551
วันศุกร์ที่ 16 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2551
Avoiding Online Real Estate Investment Scams
Avoiding Online Real Estate Investment Scams
by Joseph Celestine
Many individuals who are looking to promote and sale the real estate that they have available are taking full advantage of the Internet. The Internet is a powerful promotional tool - we all know that. Millions of individuals around the world have flourished financially due to the fact that they used the Internet as a marketing tool in their endeavors. Unfortunately, many individuals have been subjected to financial loses due to the real estate investment scams that are sprinkled throughout the pages of the Internet. Professionals who once viewed the Internet as a sound resource for real estate deals have quickly discovered that uncovering this type of real estate may not be the wisest investment.
It has been found that many young adults and those that are older in years have been subjected to real estate scams online that have cost them a lot of money, time, and legal complications. Let's take your typical advertisement for waterfront property in Florida. You may see an advertisement that says:
"Beautiful waterfront property in South Florida. Nestled between the lavish palms amongst the tropical wildlife in the region, one can enjoy numerous water activities such as boating, skiing, and more. Ten wonderful acres of beauty for a mere $15,000.00! Call today!"
Now, any average person would find that advertisement quite attractive. However, those that have indulged in this type of advertisement and have purchased this waterfront property in Florida are often left with a beautiful array of...SWAMP LAND! You may or may not be aware of this, but the Environmentalists in Florida prevent the development of property that is considered to be swampland due to the delicate animal and plant life there. The individual that purchased this real estate has done a really positive thing for the environment as a whole, but has just been a victim of online real estate scamming. This happens each and every single day.
If you are interested in purchasing real estate online, there are a few things that you should keep in mind to ensure that you make a sound decision. First, you should always make arrangements to view the property. If you are unable to personally visit the property and observe it, you should hire a legal representative to do this. This will ensure that you do not invest in property that is misrepresented in advertisements, or property that is inappropriate for use - such as swampland. This is the top way to avoid becoming a victim of an online real estate investment scam.
If you are interested in purchasing real estate that you have discovered online, it is important to investigate the title or the deed of the property to ensure that it is completely clear. You should research to determine if there are any types of claims laid on the property. This may be inheritance claims, bank claims, and even foreclosure actions or other types of situations involving a financial institution. You should also examine the property to make a conclusion on the level of maintenance. There are a number of situations that must be considered when it comes to purchasing property. When you opt to purchase online, the price may be right, but is the property right?
If you are interested in obtaining property from an online auction or real estate website be careful of online real estate investment scam, it is considered best to purchase from those that advertise in your immediate area. This will allow you the advantage of knowing what you are purchasing, and allows you to safely purchase it.
by Joseph Celestine
Many individuals who are looking to promote and sale the real estate that they have available are taking full advantage of the Internet. The Internet is a powerful promotional tool - we all know that. Millions of individuals around the world have flourished financially due to the fact that they used the Internet as a marketing tool in their endeavors. Unfortunately, many individuals have been subjected to financial loses due to the real estate investment scams that are sprinkled throughout the pages of the Internet. Professionals who once viewed the Internet as a sound resource for real estate deals have quickly discovered that uncovering this type of real estate may not be the wisest investment.
It has been found that many young adults and those that are older in years have been subjected to real estate scams online that have cost them a lot of money, time, and legal complications. Let's take your typical advertisement for waterfront property in Florida. You may see an advertisement that says:
"Beautiful waterfront property in South Florida. Nestled between the lavish palms amongst the tropical wildlife in the region, one can enjoy numerous water activities such as boating, skiing, and more. Ten wonderful acres of beauty for a mere $15,000.00! Call today!"
Now, any average person would find that advertisement quite attractive. However, those that have indulged in this type of advertisement and have purchased this waterfront property in Florida are often left with a beautiful array of...SWAMP LAND! You may or may not be aware of this, but the Environmentalists in Florida prevent the development of property that is considered to be swampland due to the delicate animal and plant life there. The individual that purchased this real estate has done a really positive thing for the environment as a whole, but has just been a victim of online real estate scamming. This happens each and every single day.
If you are interested in purchasing real estate online, there are a few things that you should keep in mind to ensure that you make a sound decision. First, you should always make arrangements to view the property. If you are unable to personally visit the property and observe it, you should hire a legal representative to do this. This will ensure that you do not invest in property that is misrepresented in advertisements, or property that is inappropriate for use - such as swampland. This is the top way to avoid becoming a victim of an online real estate investment scam.
If you are interested in purchasing real estate that you have discovered online, it is important to investigate the title or the deed of the property to ensure that it is completely clear. You should research to determine if there are any types of claims laid on the property. This may be inheritance claims, bank claims, and even foreclosure actions or other types of situations involving a financial institution. You should also examine the property to make a conclusion on the level of maintenance. There are a number of situations that must be considered when it comes to purchasing property. When you opt to purchase online, the price may be right, but is the property right?
If you are interested in obtaining property from an online auction or real estate website be careful of online real estate investment scam, it is considered best to purchase from those that advertise in your immediate area. This will allow you the advantage of knowing what you are purchasing, and allows you to safely purchase it.
Chandler, Arizona Real Estate
Chandler, Arizona Real Estate
by Juhlin Youlein
Chandler Arizona was named after Dr. Chandler who moved to the area decades ago. The town was put on the map when the prestigious San Marcus hotel was built close to now what is considered down town. When the hotel was first built it was in the middle of the desert accompanied only buy desert cacti and shrubs. Today it is a historic hotel tucked behind growth and development. Chandler has become a modern society aided by the employment of the tech industries.
Chandler center for the arts is just a stones trow away from the San Marcus Hotel and Golf Course. It is used as a theatre from concerts to ballet. The structure is filled with hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of chandeliers. The entire city benefits from the structure as it is even used for the local high school concerts and art displays.
Fine dining isn't foreign to Chandler, but some of the best restaurants are ran by Mom and Pop. One can choose from authentic mexican at Elmer's Tacos or Guedo's Tacos, One of the best pizza places is Nello's just up the street. Or the more popular restaurant chains like the Cheese Cake Factory and BJ's Pizza are found at the Chandler Mall. Chandler is also home of the first Cold Stone Creamery. Whatever your craving is, Chandler will have it.
One of the most anticipated event of the year is the Ostrich Festival. I know that might sound a little out of place for Chandler, but Chandler had ostrich Farms back in the day. In celebration of Chandler's roots, people from all over the phoenix valley come to watch ostrich races and enjoy a carnival. Rides and plenty of good food abound. Live music fills the air each night and unique vendors line the streets. It is a fond memory for Chandler residents who remember the festival as kids. It is a one of a kind festival that the entire family can enjoy. It last for a few days and happens one time a year.
Chandler also was a farming town. There is still evidence of this in the way the city is laid out. There are a few farms here and there that remain that give Chandler that rural look. Chandler has a building code that includes a strict height limit to buildings and commercial fronts. You won't see any sky scrapers in Chandler, but you will find a south west fill to everything from the shopping centers to the neighborhoods.
Although Arizona is a desert, Chandler has many lake communities and plenty of green golf courses. With all the sunshine just about anything grows in Arizona. All one needs to do is add water. Chandler is an Oasis for many residents. A good portion of the population comes from other states only during the winter time. These winter visitors return to their home towns during the summer and take advantage of Arizona's perfect winters. The cost of living is very reasonable and is sure not to turn anybody away. The variety of what Chandler has to offer will suit any new comer. Residents are friendly and almost nobody is native. Well, at least that is the way it seems. With 4% a year population growth it is no wonder either. Arizona is t he place to be.
by Juhlin Youlein
Chandler Arizona was named after Dr. Chandler who moved to the area decades ago. The town was put on the map when the prestigious San Marcus hotel was built close to now what is considered down town. When the hotel was first built it was in the middle of the desert accompanied only buy desert cacti and shrubs. Today it is a historic hotel tucked behind growth and development. Chandler has become a modern society aided by the employment of the tech industries.
Chandler center for the arts is just a stones trow away from the San Marcus Hotel and Golf Course. It is used as a theatre from concerts to ballet. The structure is filled with hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of chandeliers. The entire city benefits from the structure as it is even used for the local high school concerts and art displays.
Fine dining isn't foreign to Chandler, but some of the best restaurants are ran by Mom and Pop. One can choose from authentic mexican at Elmer's Tacos or Guedo's Tacos, One of the best pizza places is Nello's just up the street. Or the more popular restaurant chains like the Cheese Cake Factory and BJ's Pizza are found at the Chandler Mall. Chandler is also home of the first Cold Stone Creamery. Whatever your craving is, Chandler will have it.
One of the most anticipated event of the year is the Ostrich Festival. I know that might sound a little out of place for Chandler, but Chandler had ostrich Farms back in the day. In celebration of Chandler's roots, people from all over the phoenix valley come to watch ostrich races and enjoy a carnival. Rides and plenty of good food abound. Live music fills the air each night and unique vendors line the streets. It is a fond memory for Chandler residents who remember the festival as kids. It is a one of a kind festival that the entire family can enjoy. It last for a few days and happens one time a year.
Chandler also was a farming town. There is still evidence of this in the way the city is laid out. There are a few farms here and there that remain that give Chandler that rural look. Chandler has a building code that includes a strict height limit to buildings and commercial fronts. You won't see any sky scrapers in Chandler, but you will find a south west fill to everything from the shopping centers to the neighborhoods.
Although Arizona is a desert, Chandler has many lake communities and plenty of green golf courses. With all the sunshine just about anything grows in Arizona. All one needs to do is add water. Chandler is an Oasis for many residents. A good portion of the population comes from other states only during the winter time. These winter visitors return to their home towns during the summer and take advantage of Arizona's perfect winters. The cost of living is very reasonable and is sure not to turn anybody away. The variety of what Chandler has to offer will suit any new comer. Residents are friendly and almost nobody is native. Well, at least that is the way it seems. With 4% a year population growth it is no wonder either. Arizona is t he place to be.
วันพุธที่ 14 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2551
Real Estate Continues to be a Great Investement as Bank of Canada Lowers Overnight Interest Rate Yet Again
Real Estate Continues to be a Great Investement as Bank of Canada Lowers Overnight Interest Rate Yet Again
by MyCondoNetwork.com
The Bank of Canada announced today that is has lowered its overnight rate to 3.0% from 3.5%, signaling that parts of the economy (primarily the export industry) need some buoyancy, while buyers of Canadian real estate continue reap the benefits of even lower Canadian mortgage lending rates. With the Bank of Canada predicting yet another reduction in the overnight rate on June 10th 2008, this year is becoming a phenomenal breakout year if you were ever thinking about moving up or downsizing to your next place and especially for saving big on your first mortgage when buying your first home or condo. So if you've been wavering on your decision to move or get your own first house or condo in 2008 because of the talk of the "uncertain economy", waver no more because the adjustments being made by the policy makers just happen to give YOU the unfair advantage in the continually active, healthy Toronto real estate market!
Speaking of the general economy vs. the very healthy Toronto real estate economy, the Bank of Canada today actually predicts economic GROWTH this year of 1.4%, 2.4% in 2009, and 3.3% in 2010. Doesn't sound all that bad to me, but hey, I'm no economist. I do however know real estate and I know that real estate in Toronto is in a very good position for you this year, especially for those people who are able to lock in their home or condo at great 2008 mortgage rates.
Here is the link to the Bank of Canada's rate announcement and overall economic predictions: http://www.bankofcanada.ca/en/fixed-dates/2008/rate_220408.html
When clients ask me: "Is it still a good time for me to buy/move? - The economy is supposed to tank...?" I say to them: "Which economy? Do your self a favour and take advantage of the low mortgage rates this year rather than "waiting" it out for "things" to get "better"(?) - and despite what you may think, Toronto house and Toronto condo prices will NOT be any cheaper in 2 or 3 years - so get in now - the ability to lock into mortgage rates this low will not last into 2009/2010.
For info on buying your condo and how to get the lowest 2008 rate contact us at MyCondoNetwork.com anytime - we love helping our clients make great real estate decisions!
by MyCondoNetwork.com
The Bank of Canada announced today that is has lowered its overnight rate to 3.0% from 3.5%, signaling that parts of the economy (primarily the export industry) need some buoyancy, while buyers of Canadian real estate continue reap the benefits of even lower Canadian mortgage lending rates. With the Bank of Canada predicting yet another reduction in the overnight rate on June 10th 2008, this year is becoming a phenomenal breakout year if you were ever thinking about moving up or downsizing to your next place and especially for saving big on your first mortgage when buying your first home or condo. So if you've been wavering on your decision to move or get your own first house or condo in 2008 because of the talk of the "uncertain economy", waver no more because the adjustments being made by the policy makers just happen to give YOU the unfair advantage in the continually active, healthy Toronto real estate market!
Speaking of the general economy vs. the very healthy Toronto real estate economy, the Bank of Canada today actually predicts economic GROWTH this year of 1.4%, 2.4% in 2009, and 3.3% in 2010. Doesn't sound all that bad to me, but hey, I'm no economist. I do however know real estate and I know that real estate in Toronto is in a very good position for you this year, especially for those people who are able to lock in their home or condo at great 2008 mortgage rates.
Here is the link to the Bank of Canada's rate announcement and overall economic predictions: http://www.bankofcanada.ca/en/fixed-dates/2008/rate_220408.html
When clients ask me: "Is it still a good time for me to buy/move? - The economy is supposed to tank...?" I say to them: "Which economy? Do your self a favour and take advantage of the low mortgage rates this year rather than "waiting" it out for "things" to get "better"(?) - and despite what you may think, Toronto house and Toronto condo prices will NOT be any cheaper in 2 or 3 years - so get in now - the ability to lock into mortgage rates this low will not last into 2009/2010.
For info on buying your condo and how to get the lowest 2008 rate contact us at MyCondoNetwork.com anytime - we love helping our clients make great real estate decisions!
Efficient Real Estate Investing Explained
Efficient Real Estate Investing Explained
by Amanda Hash
In order to make the most out of a real estate deal, you need to have a thorough knowledge of the value of properties. Knowing the real estate market by heart is not an easy task but there are some steps you can take in order to acquire some expertise on the subject. The first thing that you need to learn is how to correctly appraise the value of a property to invest on real estate more efficiently.
There are different factors that will determine the effectiveness of a real estate business or mere transaction. The time consumed in the process of purchasing and/or selling a property is one of them. Another variable to take into account is the difference between the purchase price and the sell price or the new value of the property when not sold.
The property's value is definitely an important variable and will determine whether an investment has been successful or not. Thus, the technique to proper appraise the value of properties is something that you need to acquire prior to starting investing on real estate. Here are some tips on how to get started:
Searching For Information
There are different sources from which you can obtain information regarding a property's value. By researching about the properties' being sold on the neighborhood you can find out what the average value of a property with similar characteristics to the one you want to buy or sell is. This may be time consuming but let me assure you it is also a great technique to make significant savings by avoiding overpaying.
Till you have your own database on sells and purchases you will not be able to know intuitively what the value of a property is. However, you can resort to third parties like professional appraisers. You can also resort to tax appraisers that will be able to provide you with information on a wide range of properties but bear in mind that tax appraisers are not as accurate as local real estate appraisers.
The Right Timing Is Essential
Knowing when to buy and when to sell is an important factor to succeed on real estate investing. There is no magic formula that will tell you when is the right time to purchase a property or sell it. And what makes a property suitable for selling or purchasing at any given time may not be applicable to another property. Thus, you need to be well informed about market tendencies in order to accomplish something in the real estate business.
The real estate market is a very unpredictable one and thus, it is not a good idea to keep a property for a very long time unless you have sufficient capital to cope with temporary loses. The best choice would be to keep an eye on the market and when the properties on any particular area start being sold as hot bread, put the property for sale.
When it comes to properties' purchases, you also need to keep an eye on the market but mainly to see when a property's sell constitutes a good offer. The problem is that when everyone sells you need to have a fair amount of money to purchase and hold on till the market recovers. But with special offers due to personal reasons (a personal need to sell) you can make great deals without waiting that much.
by Amanda Hash
In order to make the most out of a real estate deal, you need to have a thorough knowledge of the value of properties. Knowing the real estate market by heart is not an easy task but there are some steps you can take in order to acquire some expertise on the subject. The first thing that you need to learn is how to correctly appraise the value of a property to invest on real estate more efficiently.
There are different factors that will determine the effectiveness of a real estate business or mere transaction. The time consumed in the process of purchasing and/or selling a property is one of them. Another variable to take into account is the difference between the purchase price and the sell price or the new value of the property when not sold.
The property's value is definitely an important variable and will determine whether an investment has been successful or not. Thus, the technique to proper appraise the value of properties is something that you need to acquire prior to starting investing on real estate. Here are some tips on how to get started:
Searching For Information
There are different sources from which you can obtain information regarding a property's value. By researching about the properties' being sold on the neighborhood you can find out what the average value of a property with similar characteristics to the one you want to buy or sell is. This may be time consuming but let me assure you it is also a great technique to make significant savings by avoiding overpaying.
Till you have your own database on sells and purchases you will not be able to know intuitively what the value of a property is. However, you can resort to third parties like professional appraisers. You can also resort to tax appraisers that will be able to provide you with information on a wide range of properties but bear in mind that tax appraisers are not as accurate as local real estate appraisers.
The Right Timing Is Essential
Knowing when to buy and when to sell is an important factor to succeed on real estate investing. There is no magic formula that will tell you when is the right time to purchase a property or sell it. And what makes a property suitable for selling or purchasing at any given time may not be applicable to another property. Thus, you need to be well informed about market tendencies in order to accomplish something in the real estate business.
The real estate market is a very unpredictable one and thus, it is not a good idea to keep a property for a very long time unless you have sufficient capital to cope with temporary loses. The best choice would be to keep an eye on the market and when the properties on any particular area start being sold as hot bread, put the property for sale.
When it comes to properties' purchases, you also need to keep an eye on the market but mainly to see when a property's sell constitutes a good offer. The problem is that when everyone sells you need to have a fair amount of money to purchase and hold on till the market recovers. But with special offers due to personal reasons (a personal need to sell) you can make great deals without waiting that much.
Giant Payoffs on Costa Rica Real Estate Attract Investors from Across the Globe
Giant Payoffs on Costa Rica Real Estate Attract Investors from Across the Globe
by Hermosa Highlands S.A.
Jaco, Costa Rica - May 13, 2008 - Today investors from all across the globe are flocking to Costa Rica to invest in the real estate market. With the giant payoffs available, it is easy to see why so many investors are choosing this country to invest their money in.
With giant payoffs available for investors, the time is definitely right to invest in Costa Rican real estate. Although North American real estate seems to be shaky these days, investors can still find excellent returns on investments if they look to Costa Rica. Property prices are affordable, and investors from across the globe are thrilled with the bargain prices and amazing profits available in the real estate market in Costa Rica today.
In the past five years, the real estate market in Costa Rica has taken off and is now in the middle of a boom. With the excellent prices that are affordable and the investment incentives being offered to foreign investors by the Costa Rican government, this is a paradise to investors looking for a new place to invest their cash.
All throughout Costa Rica there are many excellent investment opportunities, and one excellent company that caters to high end investors interested in this market is Cerro Fresco. Cerro Fresco is a new development located in Jaco which has been developed by the CR Development Company. Not only has this company been behind the Cerro Fresco development, but they've also started on a new development in Jaco - Highlands Estates.
There are many reasons that Costa Rica has become such a prime spot for real estate investors. Of course first of all is the low price of real estate, which even though it is rising, is still cheaper than places such as the United Kingdom and the United States. The cost of living in Costa Rica also is a drawing point, with the average cost of fine living costing between $900-1200 a month. Property taxes are quite low as well and many times investors are able to cash in on predevelopment prices, both of which make investing in Costa Rica even more attractive to real estate investors.
To learn more about investing in Costa Rica real estate or the Cerro Fresco development, visit www.cerrofresco.com for more information.
by Hermosa Highlands S.A.
Jaco, Costa Rica - May 13, 2008 - Today investors from all across the globe are flocking to Costa Rica to invest in the real estate market. With the giant payoffs available, it is easy to see why so many investors are choosing this country to invest their money in.
With giant payoffs available for investors, the time is definitely right to invest in Costa Rican real estate. Although North American real estate seems to be shaky these days, investors can still find excellent returns on investments if they look to Costa Rica. Property prices are affordable, and investors from across the globe are thrilled with the bargain prices and amazing profits available in the real estate market in Costa Rica today.
In the past five years, the real estate market in Costa Rica has taken off and is now in the middle of a boom. With the excellent prices that are affordable and the investment incentives being offered to foreign investors by the Costa Rican government, this is a paradise to investors looking for a new place to invest their cash.
All throughout Costa Rica there are many excellent investment opportunities, and one excellent company that caters to high end investors interested in this market is Cerro Fresco. Cerro Fresco is a new development located in Jaco which has been developed by the CR Development Company. Not only has this company been behind the Cerro Fresco development, but they've also started on a new development in Jaco - Highlands Estates.
There are many reasons that Costa Rica has become such a prime spot for real estate investors. Of course first of all is the low price of real estate, which even though it is rising, is still cheaper than places such as the United Kingdom and the United States. The cost of living in Costa Rica also is a drawing point, with the average cost of fine living costing between $900-1200 a month. Property taxes are quite low as well and many times investors are able to cash in on predevelopment prices, both of which make investing in Costa Rica even more attractive to real estate investors.
To learn more about investing in Costa Rica real estate or the Cerro Fresco development, visit www.cerrofresco.com for more information.
วันจันทร์ที่ 12 พฤษภาคม พ.ศ. 2551
Text for Real Estate
Text for Real Estate
by Curtis Reddehase
It is mind boggling how much information is at your fingertips. The internet has enabled us to have answers to questions that you could never imagine. I was once changing the brakes on a car and could not figure out how to compress the caliper so I ran up to my computer and typed in how to change brakes on a Honda Accord. A few minutes later I was looking at my answer. I sometimes wonder how we made it before cell phones and the internet. I've recently started to use a new technology that I've found for real estate. I've seen and used sign rider's that have a 1-800 number on them and when someone drives by your listing they call the number for information. When they call this number they get a recorded message with details about the listing, and I get their number captured in an e-mail. People are beginning to use text messaging or (sms) and e-mailing more and more. It's getting to be where people would rather not speak to someone personally and just get information. The beauty of the text messaging is that you can include pictures and links to more information, even a picture of yourself! The company who offers this text message technology is Drivebuy Tech, they have an amazing staff and the equipment is extremely easy to use. I also have found other high tech items that have really helped me to streamline my work. You can find websites that will allow you to upload pictures and make virtual tours where you actually feel like you're standing in the room and turning in a circle. Technology has also enabled buyers and sellers to have much more knowledge about real estate. I recently attended a Realtor tour with 15 or so other Realtors. One of these agents had been in the business in Austin for over 30 years. He told me that 20 or 30 years ago people did not know the first thing about real estate. They didn't know what a contract was or a title company, most people went to their local bank as the only place for a loan. Realtors were the only ones with the knowledge to help people purchase and sell real estate. Now you have websites where home owners can get an estimated value of their home. I'm not going to say that they are accurate, but it is sometimes in the ballpark. You can also list your home for sale on websites like that. Recently Realtors have really had to dig in and find a way to provide a better service to their clients, and efficiently market their properties. Even though buyers and sellers are more knowledgeable about real estate, watching a couple HGTV's shows and doing some research on the internet is not going to allow you to have the expertise and the market knowledge of a Realtor. Properties that have Realtors represent them can have average sold prices well over 6% higher than what for sale by owners are sold at. The technology that is available to us has really enabled us to let our customers have more flexibility and options when purchasing a home. Customers can look at hundreds of homes on the internet and cut the list down to only a few properties instead of the agent choosing the best 5 of the ones that he's previewed. Technology is good for real estate agents and home buyers and sellers.
by Curtis Reddehase
It is mind boggling how much information is at your fingertips. The internet has enabled us to have answers to questions that you could never imagine. I was once changing the brakes on a car and could not figure out how to compress the caliper so I ran up to my computer and typed in how to change brakes on a Honda Accord. A few minutes later I was looking at my answer. I sometimes wonder how we made it before cell phones and the internet. I've recently started to use a new technology that I've found for real estate. I've seen and used sign rider's that have a 1-800 number on them and when someone drives by your listing they call the number for information. When they call this number they get a recorded message with details about the listing, and I get their number captured in an e-mail. People are beginning to use text messaging or (sms) and e-mailing more and more. It's getting to be where people would rather not speak to someone personally and just get information. The beauty of the text messaging is that you can include pictures and links to more information, even a picture of yourself! The company who offers this text message technology is Drivebuy Tech, they have an amazing staff and the equipment is extremely easy to use. I also have found other high tech items that have really helped me to streamline my work. You can find websites that will allow you to upload pictures and make virtual tours where you actually feel like you're standing in the room and turning in a circle. Technology has also enabled buyers and sellers to have much more knowledge about real estate. I recently attended a Realtor tour with 15 or so other Realtors. One of these agents had been in the business in Austin for over 30 years. He told me that 20 or 30 years ago people did not know the first thing about real estate. They didn't know what a contract was or a title company, most people went to their local bank as the only place for a loan. Realtors were the only ones with the knowledge to help people purchase and sell real estate. Now you have websites where home owners can get an estimated value of their home. I'm not going to say that they are accurate, but it is sometimes in the ballpark. You can also list your home for sale on websites like that. Recently Realtors have really had to dig in and find a way to provide a better service to their clients, and efficiently market their properties. Even though buyers and sellers are more knowledgeable about real estate, watching a couple HGTV's shows and doing some research on the internet is not going to allow you to have the expertise and the market knowledge of a Realtor. Properties that have Realtors represent them can have average sold prices well over 6% higher than what for sale by owners are sold at. The technology that is available to us has really enabled us to let our customers have more flexibility and options when purchasing a home. Customers can look at hundreds of homes on the internet and cut the list down to only a few properties instead of the agent choosing the best 5 of the ones that he's previewed. Technology is good for real estate agents and home buyers and sellers.
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