Attleboro, MA

I went to Boston today to get involved with REALTOR Day on Beacon Hill! I was a little surprised on the small number of people that get involved? I guess like everything you have a certain percentage of people getting involved. But I decided to do my part and network with other REALTORS, and Legislators. So I will do my part in trying to get the word out to the other REALTORS I work with in the surrounding area. I also sent a note to Bill Bowles (Our Representative in the Attleboro area)on his facebook page. Thank You for taking the time to read my blog.

Have a great day!

I have been so busy talking to people about the market. I am amazed with as much information that is in the news still the right information is not getting to the people that need the most help! I spend a lot of time to help educate people on the options they have available. Most people are confused about foreclosure and short sale. I can see I am building a great referral business, just by the people that are being sent to me from the long term friends, clients, and past assoications I have made. I get calls everyday from somebody that said I am going to have my friend call you and see if you can help? Sometimes I wonder am I a REALTOR or am I a mentor, adviser, money manager, problem solver, etc.. But I enjoy helping people, so I know I made the right choice.

I was in the Doctor office with my wife the other day and the nurse said I am glad you came in today to me. So i asked why, She tells me I have been meaning to call you to see if you can help my Son. So I gave her my card and told her to have him call me and I will listen to his situation and guide him down the best path for his situation.

Second point is always wear your name badge every where, I AM PROUDTO BE A REALTOR. And it also help people open up, and I always hear the comment "How is the market". And when I respond its great, they almost fall over. I tell them homes are selling, the lower price range is selling the best at this time in my area. And if your looking for a fixer upper, we have lots of them! If you want one that you can move into, we have plenty on the market. You need to work with a REALTOR to have them help you get into the right home. And I see it's time for me to get ready for my first appointment, so I have to run!

Good Luck and have fun!!

Ok, May is getting away from me and I have been so busy I haven't had a chance to blog. The mortgage market is still a challenge on some deals. New criteria is stalling the closing process. But the market is going in the right direction. A total of 2 new listings so far in May, 2 more coming in next two weeks. I have 2 buyers with offers on property that we are waiting for bank approvals, but continuing to look for a non bank owned property. 2 more offers waiting for mortgage commitment, should have both approved next week. That is beside the four I have closing over the next 5 weeks. I fell pretty good for just 15 days into the month. And I am working with 2 new buyers in different stage of looking. And yes I wonder how I keep it straight, thank goodness for my datebase to keep me organized.

May is turning out to be a great month early. So far I have one under agreement and a second going under agreement on Monday. I have 2 new listings so far and it is only the 2nd of the month. I see a lot of positive signs with the people I am talking too each day! I will let you know how we do, but MAY is looking pretty strong!

It has turned into a great market and I have never been busier. I have a few properties go under agreement this week along with getting another new listing. And the buyers I am getting re qualified and ready to buy, the first time home buyers are getting excited about the $8,000.00 tax credit! I hope everybody else is as busy as I am so we can all enjoy a come back! Attleboro Market has picked up nicely!