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THE SECRET TO A SUCCESSFUL MARKETING CAMPAIGN

11-20-09

Ken Tracy Realtor Naperville Illinois Real Estate

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Mobile: (630) 697-0536

Do you want to know the key to any successful marketing campaign?

It's not about the marketing...

It's about the campaign. So stop wasting time!

I don't care what type of marketing you are doing. Over time, it all works...

Calendars, magnets, post cards, pens, brochures, newsletters, recipes. All of it...

Ken's River Bend View

I joke with my wife that I could hand out big sheets of paper with my face and phone number. If I hand out out enough of them, people will start to call...

So you have to focus on the campaign first:

How long? Marketing takes time. Realistically, you won't see results for some time. It can take a year or longer. But once it does start working, you won't want to stop...
Where? Pick a neighborhood. I like townhome communities. They have a higher turnover ratio than single family homes. Once you choose one, stick with it. Remember, this takes time...

River Bend Townhomes in Lisle

How many homes should I market to? This is a budget issue. I recommend you start small. You don't want to overextend. This is a marathon. Not a sprint...

So pick a neighborhood. Start marketing. It works...

Ken sells River Bend Townhomes

Ken

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Join Us - Free First Time Homebuyer Seminar - December 1st

11-17-09

Ryan Gable

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Office: (847) 348-1154

Some of the subjects covered:

* Roles of the Lender/Mortgage Broker
* Credit
* Pre-Approval
* Roles of the Real Estate Agent
* Searching for Properties
* Contracts
* Negotiation
* Closing

Class Location: Naperville, IL
Chamber of Commerce, 55 S. Main Street, Suite 351, Naperville, IL

Tuesday, December 1st at 6:30 p.m.

To RSVP, please call or e-mail Lucinda McGraw at:
LucindaM@StartingPointRealty.com
(630) 674-6900

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How To Remove Stains from Granite Countertops

11-16-09

Michael LaFido

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Office: (630) 668-1199

Granite countertops can be handsome additions to a kitchen, but are a challenge to clean sometimes -- especially when they're stained.

In this 2-minute video from eHow.com, in addition to granite-cleaning basics, we learn how to remove wine and marker stains from our granite countertops. Unfortunately, not every household will have the video's recommended cleaning compounds on hand, so prepare yourself for a trip to the hardware store.

Printable, written instructions for cleaning your granite are available on the eHow.com website.

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191 Hillcrest, Bloomingdale IL - $147,800 2BR 2BA

11-16-09

Lyn Sims and the Blog Dog©

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Office: (847) 230-7324

Secondary: (800) 637-9345

Lyn Sims | RE/MAX Suburban | 847-230-7324

191 Hillcrest Terrace, Bloomingdale, IL

WESTERN MEDINAH AREA! 2BR 2BA NEAR FOREST PRESERVE!

2BR/2BA Condo

offered at $147,800

Year Built	1969
Sq Footage	1,087
Bedrooms	2
Bathrooms	2 full, 0 partial
Floors	1
Parking	Unspecified
Lot Size	Unspecified
HOA/Maint	$219 per month

DESCRIPTION

No updates needed - newer neutral carpet, remodeled Kitchen, remodeled Baths. Sunny unit with detached garage space, storage area in basement. Very private end unit overlooking oak tress and steps to Meacham Grove Forest Preserve that has walking paths, pond, etc. Small subdivision where you can virtually walk to shopping, banks, etc.

see additional photos below

PROPERTY FEATURES

- Central A/C	- Central heat	- Living room
- Dining room	- Dishwasher	- Refrigerator
- Stove/Oven	- Microwave	- Basement
- Laundry area - inside	- Balcony, Deck, or Patio

COMMUNITY FEATURES

- Garage parking	- Guest parking	- Laundry on-site
- Storage space(s)

OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

- Remodeled Kitchen

- Newer carpeting

- Ceramic floors

- Remodeled Baths

- Newer furnace, AC, water heater

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Notice mature trees	Livrm
Master BA	Master BR
Kitchen	Kitchen

Contact info:

Lyn Sims

RE/MAX Suburban

847-230-7324

For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing

Posted: Nov 15, 2009, 10:44am PST