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Tech Training with a Purpose

01-18-12
Rhonda Leahy
Rhonda Leahy: Real Estate Broker in Fayetteville, NC
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So much training and lip service has been done in the realm of Social Media and Tech in the real estate industry. To tweet or not to tweet, facebook, klout, foursquare, etc... Does it work? Is it worthwhile?

And WOW! The opinions are strong aren't they? "It's a waste of time." "Show me the money." "Face to face is the only way to last." "Hop on the tech train and fade into history." "The times are a'changing, better keep up."

As with most hot topics, the answer is really in the "DOING", isn't it? Sure, it can all be a huge time drain, but what about those who do it strategically? Who put technology into their business plans and schedules and lead generation systems and wring every last drop of value out of it all? Those results can't be ignored.

I have been reviewing business plans for 2012 with all of my agents and it has been fascinating. The focus on systems and tracking that we have worked on in 2011 have yielded actual tracking results for business sources for these agents. One agent can attribute 40% of her business directly to successfuly converted SIGN CALLS! (I'll have to share her methods in another blog!)

The focused, systemized and dedicated "Techies" have remarkably high conversion rates for internet leads. They use systems, they follow schedules and the results are sales.

So obviously - my guidance has been "Play to your strengths!" If technology is working and you are working it instead of it working you - run with it in 2012! Follow it in all those new crazy directions it is bound to go - some will work and some won't. Track it and learn from it.

As one of the launch sites for a great new class called BOLD Technology that we are hosting January 26th, "Tech with a Purpose" will be the focus. Can't wait to learn, observe, and follow myself!

To Your Success!

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Looking For Something Fun to DO in Fayetteville NC for January 2012??

01-06-12
Melissa Mckinney~LetMeBragg.com
Melissa Mckinney~LetMeBragg.com: Real Estate Agent in Fayetteville, NC
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Looking for something to fun to do in Fayetteville NC for January 2012??

Not to worry! You should head downtown Friday January 27, 2012 for Fayetteville “Fourth Friday”.
Arts
The shops stay open later than usual, local talented artist demonstrate and sell their art work. You will find a educational exhibit in the Market House upstairs...

Be sure that you don't miss John Malzone’s Cotton Exchange Express that will depart from the Cotton Exchange @ 226 Donaldson St.

I could go on and on the best thing is to come and experience it for yourself! Festivities are from 6p.m. to 10 p.m.

There is fun for all ages and something that will interest everyone! Hope to see you there!
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Buying or Selling a Home in Fayetteville NC

12-07-11
Melissa Mckinney~LetMeBragg.com
Melissa Mckinney~LetMeBragg.com: Real Estate Agent in Fayetteville, NC
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Looking to buy or sell a home in Fayetteville NC?

It would be me pleasure to help you sell your Fayetteville NC home or help you buy a home in Fayetteville NC!

Doesn't matter if you are a first time home buyer or a seasoned investor I will work hard to get you the best possible price for the sale of your home or the purchase of your new one!
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Simple ways to increase home value

11-17-11
Ginny Reed
Ginny Reed: Real Estate Agent in Fayetteville, NC
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Usually the first thing a buyer looks at when buying a house is the kitchen. Updating the kitchen to improve your home’s value can be done in just a few simple improvements.

  1. Make sure that the appliances are in good working order and match, upgrading if necessary.
  2. Repaint. A new coat of paint gives the room a fresh feel.
  3. Make sure the walls around the stove, dishwasher, sink and refrigerator are always clean.
  4. Replace cupboard and cabinet hardware with new and updated hardware. This can be found at most hardware strores.

The bathroom is another important area for most buyers.

  1. Replace towel racks with modern racks found at mose hardware stores
  2. Regrouting bathroom tiles can bring a bright new look
  3. Install a new showerhead

Freshening up your yard.

  1. Cut back bushes & shrubs
  2. Plant trees if there are some that need to be replaced. Some can usually be found on sale in home improvement stores.

Organization & Storage

  1. Home improvement stores have a lot of bedroom, closet, pantry, etc storage & organizational solutions.










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Do you need a McMansion or a Happy House?

11-11-11
Ginny Reed
Ginny Reed: Real Estate Agent in Fayetteville, NC
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Even though large homes have become more affordable, should you be buying one? Do you really want to live in a home that's 2,500 + square feet? The average size of new homes has been dropping in recent years. In the 1950's the average square footage of a home was 950, while in 2004, it was 2300. That's a huge difference in just a few decades. If you search recently sold homes in your own area, you will find that most of them are smaller square footage homes.

Living in smaller homes have a lot of benefits:

  1. Think about what it costs to heat and cool a larger home compared to a smaller home. Homebuyers often forget about this cost when looking at McMansions (bargain priced larger homes).
  2. Home-improvement projects, ie: repainting the exterior, replacing the roof, etc, cost more because of the size of the home.
  3. Furniture & Decorations. More home equals more house to furnish & decorate.

Because of their size, smaller homes reduce expenses. They have smaller rooms to heat and cool, less square footage to paint and a smaller roof to maintain. Monthly utility bills cost less & you'll spend less on home maintenance. You also save money on property taxes, (since you have less square footage).

  1. Small homes save time. It takes a lot of time to clean a big house and maintain the yard, unless you pay to hire a cleaning crew and a landscaping company to come in every week, which is an additional expense.
  2. Smaller homes make it easier to live simply. When you have a smaller home, you have less space to store belongings.
  3. Smaller homes mean quality splurges. It costs a small fortune to upgrade countertops or replace cabinets and appliances in a large kitchen. There is so much to buy that you may have to make sacrifices in terms of quality. Living in a small house means you can splurge on upgrades because you have less to buy.

When you live in a small house, you can use the extra time to play with your kids, cook & enjoy your hobbies.

Small homes may be easier to sell. As energy costs continue to rise, energy-efficient homes, especially small energy-efficient homes, will be in high demand. The empty mansions sitting on the market seem to indicate that the value of oversized homes are depreciating over time. When you need to move, your small home will be much easier to sell than a mega-house.

There is no doubt that small homes are seeing a comeback as people are realizing how cozy, comfortable & inexpensive they really are. Smaller houses just feel good & living in one makes it easier to be close with your family. In addition, the savings of smaller homes can really add up over the long term. A smaller home can be a Happy House!

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