Annapolis real estate agents, like agents across the country, are reaching the time of year when we size things up - where are we with respect to our annual goals, what can we change to do better. This year is a good year for my business, and it's a good year for my brokerage, Keller Williams Select Realtors of Annapolis, Maryland. We are expanding market share, in one of these cases of "When the going gets tough, the tough get going." This office provides ongoing training in how to deal with this changing market, including handling foreclosures and short sales, using first-time homebuyer programs and incentives, and presenting listings to sell. The education and experience is proving its value in today's challenging market, as we succeed in helping our clients meet their goals while also meeting ours. It's a win-win.
If you or someone you know in the real estate business is considering how to build their business, and open to exploring opportunities with different real estate companies around Annapolis, or elsewhere across the US or in Canada, let's set up a time to chat about joining Keller Williams. I love this company.
Finally a bailout for responsible, hardworking folks who pay their bills. Last week, Congress approved an $8000 tax credit for homebuyers. And it is not just for first-time homebuyers. This applies to anyone who has not owned a home in the last three years. Some of my retired clients are planning to take advantage of this free gift. They sold their home in Ohio at the peak of the market, and have been waiting for the right time to buy in the Annapolis, Maryland area.
Who do you know who does not currently own their own home and could use an extra $8,000? Coworkers, kids, grandkids, nieces and nephews, friends, sports buddies? Let's share the wealth with our friends! They may not know how easy it can be to own their own home, and with a little help from friends like you, they can do it today.
One of my favorite leaders in the real estate industry, Rich Levin, posted to his blog for Realtors on Friday Stimulate Somebody Today:
It’s Friday, and this week you have received a huge gift. The Federal Government gave you a winning lottery ticket. You were given $128,000 with one condition. You have to give it away. You have to give it away in $8,000 segments to first time Buyers. You have until the end of the year.
It gets better. That amount, $128,000 is $8,000 times 16 people. When you have sold 16 first time Buyer’s homes and used that first lottery win… the Federal Government will a lot you another win for as many more as you can accomplish.
So, spend the weekend celebrating this gift by calling everyone you know that may be a first time Buyer, that may be related to a first time Buyer, that may know a first time Buyer, that may employ a first time Buyer, that may run into a first time Buyer sometime this year. Hmmmm, that means everybody.
Start today. Continue this weekend. Make it a habit for the year. Talk to everyone you meet about sharing your gift. And like all of the most valuable gifts in the world, like love, the more you give it away, the more it comes back to you. The more you share this gift, the more people will admire and respect you as an Agent, use you and refer you to all the people who may be buying or selling.
I couldn't have said it better myself. Let's share the wealth! Contact me for details on this opportunity.
Need a few gift ideas? Good stocking stuffers? If you have friends, family, or clients who are thinking of investing in rental property, help them out with one or more of the following books:
And if you know of someone who is renting their home and might like to invest in a home of their own, perhaps someone who is about to be a new graduate, here are a couple of good gift choices:
And for any friends in the real estate sales business, here's a good one:
This is a great book, however you may want to pick it up for yourself rather than risk offending a friend with the title!
Happy shopping, and happy holidays! Let me know of other good ideas that you have, as I still have a bit of shopping to do myself,
--Carlyn
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+ Carlyn Lowery, Associate Broker, Keller Williams Select Realtors
+ Direct 410/268.0160 Central Office 410/972.4000 x4032
+ Free no-pressure search at http://www.AnnapolisMultipleListing.com
+ Local Real Estate News at http://www.AnnapolisRealEstateToday.com
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It took the press several months to change its tune after the real estate market started the downturn, and while I have been saying that it's a great time to buy real estate in this soft market, the news media has been full of gloom. Now the sentiment seems to be changing. MSNBC reports today, "Bad Economy Great Deals; Housing Crisis Presents Significant Buying Opportunities." The Wall Street Journal has the following headlines, "Today's bidding wars; Buyers flock to condo auction, ready to snap up bargains" and "U.S. homes now undervalued, economists say."
It's hard to know if this change in attitude has been driven by the dramatic stock market declines, which have created plenty of doom and gloom headlines of their own. Certainly real estate looks a lot better by comparison!
People need to invest their money somewhere, and it seems like this is the market that, two or three years from now, people are gonna look back and say, "Oh my gosh, I wish I had bought then." If you miss this opportunity, don't blame me! I've been giving you the heads up that you can take advantage of this market, and that Washington DC area real estate and Annapolis Maryland real estate offers solid value. If you are tempted to take action in the real estate market in the next few months, it's time to get started now.
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+ Carlyn Lowery, Associate Broker, Keller Williams Select Realtors
+ Direct 410/268.0160 Central Office 410/972.4000 x4032
+ Free no-pressure search at http://www.AnnapolisMultipleListing.com
+ Local Real Estate News at http://www.AnnapolisRealEstateToday.com
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Realtor for Annapolis Real Estate and Anne Arundel County Real Estate * Associate Broker * Serving Banks, Investors, Homeowners, Buyers, Sellers, and Renters * Expert in Waterfront, Equestrian, Invest
Carlyn actively participates in the local Annapolis community, and is a member of the Rotary Club of Annapolis. She has been a corporate sponsor for the Rotary Club's World's Largest Crab Feast for several years now!
Carlyn chose to affiliate with Keller Williams because this rapidly-growing national enterprise provides the best environment, training, and support to enable her to provide top service to her clients. She is an Associate Broker with Keller Williams, has earned lifetime membership in the Distinguished Sales Achievement Club, and is a member of the Women's Council of Realtors and the National Real Estate Investors Association.
If you want to buy or sell real estate, whether it is primarily for your personal use or as an investment, you can count on Carlyn to meet your real estate needs. For a free, no-obligation consultation, call Carlyn at 410/268-0160.
A Note From Carlyn About Her Business Philosophy
Buying, selling or financing a home is one of the most important investments of your life, both financially and emotionally. Having the right knowledge and advice can make a big difference. It can literally make a difference of thousands of dollars in the amount of money you will need up front, as well as, in the money in your pocket over the life of your home ownership! And it can make a tremendous difference in your satisfaction and joy in your home! That's precisely why you don't want to work with real estate sales people who are just interested in getting you out the door as quickly as possible so they can go on to their next sale. You deserve a consultant who will focus on your needs and goals -- Who will listen -- I mean really listen to what you truly want! I am 100% committed to service your every real estate need because unlike many salespeople, I am building a business for the long term, and my business is built from referrals. My business grows only if I provide you with superior service and results, and you are so delighted that you cheerfully tell your family and friends about how I have served you. From the heart, I want you to know that I am 100% committed both professionally and personally to helping you save the most money possible when you buy or sell your real estate -- and having you be pleased and delighted with the results!
If you would like to find out more about how I can help you, please get in touch with me. Also, many valuable links are listed on this web page and web site, so if you are new to Maryland or would like to learn more about the Annapolis and Chesapeake Bay area, feel free to explore this site.
P.S. If you've found the information on this web site or my other services to be useful, please don't keep it a secret! Tell your friends, family members, and business associates!
Carlyn specializes in the Annapolis area and Anne Arundel County, and keeps fully informed on all real estate offerings in the entire central Maryland area. She also is part of several referral networks of real estate experts nationwide, and can recommend an outstanding Realtor in any area. She assists people who are interested in buying or selling their own homes as well as those who invest in rental property.
While Carlyn is especially knowledgable about waterfront, equestrian (Horses and Farms), and investment property, she is delighted to work in all segments of the market, including working with first-time homebuyers, people who are moving up, people who are downsizing, and people who are relocating from other areas to Annapolis and Anne Arundel County.
As a Navy junior and former U.S. Naval officer who has moved over a dozen times, Carlyn has a particular appreciation for the needs of families who are moving and helps them "settle-in" in their new homes. Having spent over ten years building software companies, Carlyn enjoys working with business people, entrepreneurs, and the self-employed. People count on her to use her high-tech expertise and financial knowledge to sell their houses effectively, and to find them the homes they want in the timeframe they desire, and with the least amount of hassle.
Carlyn's primary service area is near Annapolis in Anne Arundel County MD, and includes the following locations:
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"Carlyn was professional, confident, and honest. We got our asking price and within our timeframe. Carlyn has a very strong approach to her business and it works! She delivered what she promised and was very honest about what we could expect. The whole experience was made easy and painless!"
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