Thinking of Becoming a REALTOR? You're Starting a Business!
Earlier this week, I wrote a post about all the considerations for anyone new to the real estate business. The single point that received the most feedback and attention had to do with the expenses related to getting started in the business.
Many brand new real estate agents are completely unaware of the costs of hanging out that REALTOR
shingle. Regardless of how big/good/well-qualified a broker you sign on with, the fact is that starting in the real estate business means, effectively that you are starting your own business! So in order to do it successfully, you must plan for all the costs involved.
The following is a detailed - but not exhaustive - list of the expenses any new agent can expect to incur:
In short, this is not a job to undertake lightly. You want to make sure you've budgeted appropriately, and that you are fully committed to the investment in your success. An unfortunate number of promising real estate careers die a quick death for lack of proper planning and cash flow.
Let me know if you have any other questions. I've been in the real estate industry for a long, long time and I'm happy to share all I know to make your entry into the industry as easy as possible. And, of course, if you're starting your career in Phoenix, make an appointment to come see me in person!
Anna Banana
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Do you live in the Phoenix, Arizona area? Are you thinking about making a change in real estate companies? Give me a call at 602-595-8900 or e-mail me.
Let's talk about your marketing strategies - and how you can better teach others to refer business to you.
Tax Credit Extension Is GREAT News for Phoenix Move-Up Buyers
As you may have heard, President Obama this morning signed an extension of the first-time homebuyers' $8,000 tax credit, with an added credit of $6,500 for move-up buyers. The extension and
new credit apply to home purchases occurring between today (November 6, 2009) and April 30, 2010. Purchases signed by the April 30 deadline have until July 1, 2010 to close. And military personnel serving abroad have an extra year, with their tax credit set to expire June 30, 2011.
First-Time Buyers' Credit
Move-Up Buyers' Credit
What this means for Phoenix buyers
Many, many first-time buyers in Phoenix have taken advantage of the $8,000 tax credit since it was passed in February of this year. People who might not otherwise have jumped into the market decided to buy a first home because of this fantastic benefit.
Now, it's Phoenix move-up buyers' turn! We continue to see excellent buys for existing homeowners looking to purchase homes in the $300K to $800K range. The values and options, coupled with the new tax credit, make this the perfect climate for move-up buyers. If you're an existing homeowner in Phoenix who's looking to move up, now is the time to get in the game. Start your search here - and give me a call at 602-595-8900. Phoenix Property Shoppe will make your move-up experience simple, stress-free, and enjoyable.
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Thinking of buying or selling a home in the Phoenix area - or know someone who is? This is the PERFECT time to think about moving up to the next home of your dreams!
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You've Decided on a Career in Phoenix Real Estate: Top 10 Things to Do When Deciding on a Firm
Congratulations on your decision to become a Phoenix REALTOR®! You've passed your state licensing exam. Your next step is to find a company that's a good fit for you. Smart prospective agents will interview with a number of real estate firms before deciding where they will begin their careers. Here are the top 10 things to do when deciding on a real estate firm:
designated broker of each agency on your list. Larger companies may have recruiting managers you will speak with before you meet the designated broker. Think of this meeting as a two-way interview: the broker must impress you as much as you impress him/her.Make sure you get all your questions answered to your satisfaction. If a broker or hiring manager ducks questions or seems distracted, those are red flags that working at such a company may pose problems later. Put your intuition into full gear - and if everything feels right, go for it!
Let me know if you have any other questions. I've been in the real estate industry for a long, long time and I'm happy to share all I know to make your job search easier. And, of course, if you're starting your career in Phoenix, make an appointment to come see me in person!
Anna Banana
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Do you live in the Phoenix, Arizona area? Are you thinking about making a change in real estate companies? Give me a call at 602-595-8900 or e-mail me.
Let's talk about your marketing strategies - and how you can better teach others to refer business to you.
Concerts at Desert Botanical Garden honor Native American Recognition Days
The annual Native American Recognition Days are held each year during October and November in the
greater Phoenix area to celebrate and honor the Native American cultures in our area. Community volunteers come together to provide numerous events showcasing our beautiful Native American culture.
This year's theme, "Preserving Mother Earth," reminds us each to treat Mother Earth as our own mother, respecting Her daily.
"Treat the Earth well: it was not given to you by your Parents, it is loaned to you by your Children. We did not inherit the Earth from our Ancestors; we borrowed it from our Grandchildren."
~Native American belief, Author Unknown
"Whatever befalls the earth befalls the sons and daughters of the earth.
We did not weave the web of life; we are merely a strand in it.
Whatever we do to the web, we do to ourselves."
~Chief Seattle
In honor of Native American Recognition Days, Canyon Records and the Desert Botanical Garden are partnering to bring two marvelous concerts to the Valley.
Clan/Destine
Saturday, November 7, 12-2 p.m.
Members: $14 / General Public: $20 / Children (3-12): $8
Children under three are free.
Will Clipman & Robert Tree Cody
Sunday, November 8, 6-8 p.m.
Members: $14 / General Public: $20 / Children (3-12): $8
Children under three are free.
Join the Garden and the Native American Recognition Days organization to celebrate the traditions and achievements of Native American communities in Arizona. This year, the Garden is hosting two concerts featuring diverse local Native American music.
Follow this link to find more information about the Native American Recognition Days organization.
To Purchase Tickets:
Call 480-481-8188 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday-Thursday, and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday or visit the DBG Box Office (8 a.m.-8 p.m., daily)
All Garden activities are subject to change.
Click here to learn more about Clan/Destine.
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Thinking of buying or selling a home in the Phoenix area - or know someone who is? This is the PERFECT time to think about moving up to the next home of your dreams!
Find out how we can help make the buying or selling process simple, stress-free, and enjoyable. Feel free to contact me by phone 602-595-8900 or email me.
Search here for homes in the Phoenix area.
You can also visit our website for more information on Phoenix and the surrounding areas.
What a Difference 100 Years Makes! A friend of mine sent me this very interesting information - Enjoy and I hope it makes you think of what the next 100 years might bring!
If you're like me, this will boggle your mind. The year is 1909 - a mere 100 years ago. What a difference a century makes! Here are some statistics for the Year 1909 :
Average life expectancy: 47 years
Percentage of homes with a bathtub: just 14 percent
Percentage of homes with a telephone: only 8 percent
Total number of cars in America: 8,000
Miles of paved roads: 144
Maximum speed limit in most cities: 10 mph
Tallest structure in the world: the Eiffel Tower at 990 feet
(For reference, the Empire State Building is 1,250 feet tall.)
Average Annual Earnings
+ Average wage: 22 CENTS per hour
+ Average salary worker's annual earnings: between $200 and $400 per YEAR
+ Amount a competent accountant could expect to earn: $2,000/year
+ Average dentist's salary: $2,500/year
+ Average veterinarian's salary: Between $1,500 and $4,000/year
+ Average mechanical engineer's salary: about $5,000/year
Percentage of births that took place at HOME: more than 95 percent.
Percentage of doctors who had NO COLLEGE EDUCATION: 90 percent!
(Instead, they attended so-called medical schools, many of which were condemned by the press AND the government as "substandard."
Cost of sugar: 4 cents/pound
Cost of eggs: 14 cents/dozen
Cost of coffee: 15 cents/pound
How often most women washed their hair: once a month
(And they used Borax or egg yolks for shampoo.)
Five leading causes of death:
1. Pneumonia and influenza
2. Tuberculosis
3. Diarrhea
4. Heart disease
5. Stroke
Number of stars on the American flag: 45
Population of Las Vegas: only 30!!
Percentage of literate adults: 80 percent
Percentage of Americans who graduated from high school: 6 percent
Percentage of households with at least one full-time servant: 18 percent
Number of murders reported in the ENTIRE country: 230
Things available over-the-counter at the local corner drugstore: marijuana, heroin, and morphine
(Back then, pharmacists said, "Heroin clears the complexion, gives buoyancy to the mind, regulates the stomach and bowels, and is, in fact, a perfect guardian of health.")
Things that hadn't yet been invented: Crossword puzzles, canned beer, Mother's/Father's Day, and ice tea
Some of this stuff is interesting; other things are mind-blowing. Now, just for fun, try to imagine what life might be like in another 100 years! Flying cars? Liquid nutrition? Teleporting?
Send your thoughts, ideas, pictures. I'd love to hear what you're thinking!
Anna Banana
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Thinking of buying or selling a home in the Phoenix area - or know someone who is? This is the PERFECT time to think about moving up to the next home of your dreams!
Find out how we can help make the buying or selling process simple, stress-free, and enjoyable. Feel free to contact me by phone 602-595-8900 or email me.
Search here for homes in the Phoenix area.
You can also visit our website for more information on Phoenix and the surrounding areas.
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