I do not know what your protocol is about giving gifts to your represented buyers at the time of their real estate closing is. Nonetheless, I have an idea for you about this.
Regarding closing gifts, I usually try to connect with my clients, as to what their needs are, as well as sharing part of who I am with them. I believe wonderful things happen whenever you deeply connect with the heart of another human being, especially when sharing the suspenseful process of getting a real estate transaction to be fully closed.
So, what I recommend is to consider giving the gift of a warm welcome, convenience and health to your clients as a closing gift. One idea I have, which I borrowed from one of our Colorado Springs Realtors, Hannah Parsons, is to provide door-to-door organic food delivery service for an allotted amount of time to your buyer clients.
You not only provide some measure of convenience during their hectic time of having to move-in to their new home, but you also provide an additional option for them to acquire fresh, organic foods that are delivered straight to their front doorstep.
You might want to research if this type of organic food delivery service is available in your community. For Colorado Springs, simply go to the Door to Door Organics website, http://doortodoororganics.com to get this process started.
To purchase Colorado Spring Real Estate, feel free to contact our Colorado Springs Realtors at Selley Group Real Estate, LLC: 2139 Chuckwagon Rd, Ste 210 - Colorado Springs, Colorado 80919 - 719. 598. 5101
All agents affiliated with Selley Group Real Estate, LLC are actively licensed in accordance to the laws of Colorado.
Portions of this article are written by Gordon, as framed by the expressed opinions of Cherise, but not proofread.
Although the news out of Washington paints a brighter picture about the recovery in the housing market across the United States, there are still some realities worth mentioning in regards to the Colorado Springs Real Estate market.
Listing inventory levels are lower than I actually anticipated for this time of year. Since January 1st, we have gained one listing in the market over the last 53 days. What this means is that buyers are buying up any existing listings because of low inventory levels.
In fact, as Benjamin Day pointed out to us yesterday, “there are two actively listed homes for every contracted property in the MLS right now.” There are 3,158 listings and 1,551 of them are under contract.
Personally, I am not sure how this plays out exactly over the next two quarters of the year, taking into account the spike in the rental market. But what I do strongly suspect is that actual home values will be forced to rise over the latter course of this summer. Good news for those who are part of homeownership!
To purchase Colorado Spring Real Estate, feel free to contact our Colorado Springs Realtors at Selley Group Real Estate, LLC: 2139 Chuckwagon Rd, Ste 210 - Colorado Springs, Colorado 80919 - 719. 598. 5101
All agents affiliated with Selley Group Real Estate, LLC are actively licensed in accordance to the laws of Colorado.
Portions of this article are written by Gordon, as framed by the expressed opinions of Cherise, but not proofread.
You could hear the screams ripple through the hallways of our office. No, Cherise wasn’t reacting to anything fearful, such as a spider trekking across her desk. On the other hand, she was expressing her joy over putting together another complicated real estate deal.
What’s so neat about Cherise is that she treats everyone and every deal the same, with tender care and the feeling of accomplishment. Though she has put hundreds upon hundreds of deals together, Cherise hasn’t lost one ounce of enthusiasm for what she does as a Colorado Springs Realtor.
And when you’re co-working with this type of ebullience, the feelings freely migrate through the office and become contagious to the rest of the organization.
Oftentimes, Cherise and I openly express our appreciation for life, for business and for our relationship, even in public. Don’t get me wrong. We do not take it so far that we’re inappropriate and that we should get a room. But we do want to infect others with joy and optimism.
To purchase Colorado Spring Real Estate, feel free to contact our Colorado Springs Realtors at Selley Group Real Estate, LLC: 2139 Chuckwagon Rd, Ste 210 - Colorado Springs, Colorado 80919 - 719. 598. 5101
All agents affiliated with Selley Group Real Estate, LLC are actively licensed in accordance to the laws of Colorado.
Portions of this article are written by Gordon, as framed by the expressed opinions of Cherise, but not proofread.
Simply, this is the most comprehensive statistical information compiled about real estate in Colorado Springs. Not only are there substantial markers about the trends of our local market, but Benjamin Day and Hannah Parsons have incorporated macroeconomics in their detailed analyses.
Ben points out to extraordinary strengths about Colorado Springs Real Estate to consider for your participation in this very prime market for 2012:
First – “Seller probability of sale in 2011 was 60.1%. In 2010 it was 47.6%. That means a seller’s chance of sale INCREASED by 26% in 2011. With a 10 yr low in inventory, sellers have little competition.”
Second – “It is $4.77 per thousand to finance your money these days. That means the Principal & Interest payment on a $200K mortgage is only $954 a month.”
Click on to www.cosrealestate.com to view the February STAT PACK.
Feel free to contact Colorado Springs Realtor, Cherise Selley, Broker/Owner of Selley Group Real Estate, LLC or you may contact our group of Colorado Springs Realtors @ www.selleygroup.com or 2139 Chuckwagon Rd, Ste 210 - Colorado Springs, Colorado 80919 - 719. 598. 5101
All agents affiliated with Selley Group Real Estate, LLC are actively licensed in accordance to the laws of Colorado.
Portions of this article are written by Gordon, as framed by the expressed opinions of Cherise, but not proofread.
“Based on information from the Pikes Peak REALTOR® Services Corp (“RSC”), for the period January 1, 2005 through February 10, 2012. RSC does not guarantee or is in anyway responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the RSC may not reflect all real estate activity in the market and is provided as is without warranty or guaranty.” Additional sources include CSHBA, PPRBD, The Gazette, www.FHFA.gov, Zillow.com, Standard & Poors, Freddie Mac, Colorado Springs Business Journal, ROOST.com, ALTOS Research, CNBC.com, Bloomberg.com and www.PMI-US.com.
GIVEN:
Undoubtedly, social media marketing plays an integral role in the promotion and exposure of one’s business today. There is plenty of evidence to suggest that being top heavy with SEO without considering an emphasis on social media marketing and branding might be compared to trying to run a competitive race on a sprained ankle. The strength of the business model must have developing areas of growth to accommodate for ongoing market vulnerabilities and changes.
TREND:
With that said, we have noticed a growing trend regarding social media marketing that requires some attention. Although social media helps to unfold the deeper layers of an organization for the consumer, this form of marketing also follows some of the emotional trends associated with majority opinion and popularity sentiment.
RECOMMENDATION:
Following the loudest, or liking radical idealism, or suggesting and sharing the most comically absurd are certainly individual choices for one’s participation in the social media arena, but perhaps, we might want to consider being careful with our fascinations and ultimate addictions to this facet of marketing technology. Although we can intersect our lives with far more people through social media, this does not mean that we are establishing true friendships or loyal alliances or deeper business relationships as what seemed to be one of the benefits from this form of marketing.
We do not fault anyone who is part of social media these days. In fact, we are very much part of this medium as well. But what we have noticed, from the business-building standpoint, is that an overuse of social media by the consumer can also have the opposite effect on its intended purpose of connection. Sometimes the consumer gets bundled with the masses and becomes part of other social networks, which was unintended in the first place.
We believe the principles of simplification serve well as this relates to social media marketing. In other words, target your audience, and as consumers, be specific with your searches.
Going after higher merit, connecting with others of strengthened character, and using this social instrument for the purposes of selecting quality over quantity are ways to instill longer-lasting relationships than simply pushing buttons to be a part of nearly everything that's constantly available.
Feel free to contact Colorado Springs Realtor, Cherise Selley, Active Licensed Broker/Owner of Selley Group Real Estate, LLC or you may contact our group of Colorado Springs Realtors @ www.selleygroup.com or 2139 Chuckwagon Rd, Ste 210 - Colorado Springs, Colorado 80919 - 719. 598. 5101
Portions of this article are written by Gordon, as framed by the expressed opinions of Cherise, but not proofread.
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Top 1 Per Cent in Sales, Cherise Selley, a Colorado Springs Realtor, assists internet relocation clients, as well as local buyers, investors and sellers with full-service of Colo Springs Real Estate.
Colorado Springs Realtor - Cherise Selley sincerely cares about you and your real estate process. Her devotion to her clientele is unmatched, as evidenced by her attainment of higher educational credentials and her dedicated service to her many Colorado Springs clients.
Education: Cherise Selley has successfully earned her advanced designation as a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS). In the United States, only 5% of all REALTORS have achieved this prestigious real estate degree. She is also a Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI), and an Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR).
Experience: Over the past (14) years, Cherise Selley has sold over 165 million dollars of Colorado Springs Real Estate, inclusive of Colorado Springs and Monument Homes and properties. Cherise Selley is Broker/Owner of Selley Group Real Estate, LLC.
Leadership Skills/Awards: Because of the fast-changing demands of the market, Cherise Selley effectively utilizes her leadership skills and incorporates problem-solving techniques during the real estate process. Cherise manages a small team and enjoys being "in the field" with the client more than anything else. For 2011, Cherise is the President of Peak Producers, which comprises the top 10% of Colorado Springs Realtors, and focuses on consumer-centric delivery of real estate, as well as community participation. In 2008, Cherise received the Colorado Springs Business Journal "Rising Star" award which is given to recognized business people in the community who have a reputation for community service and excellence in business under 40 years of age. In 2007, Cherise was the featured Broker Associate of the Month for Southern Colorado, awarded by Broker Associate Magazine.
Faith: The first step in our business process involved the creation of a mission statement, something that could guide and steer us away from doubt, fear, and perceived limitations. Our mission statement purports the following:"By implementing faith in God, our mission is to serve with compassion, lead with integrity, and to inspire clients in realizing their real estate dreams..."We believe that this vision has produced a healthy business and a viable ministry simultaneously. It has been critically important to have the Holy Spirit at work within us in order to bear lasting fruit - the kind of fruit that can only be produced by love. "You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit - fruit that will last. Then the Father will give you whatever you ask in my name" (John 15:16). It has been an honor to see how God has worked through the experience.
Family: Cherise Selley has been married to Dr. Gordon Selley for nearly (15) years. Even though they both participate in different aspects of Selley Group Real Estate, LLC, this takes a backseat to their relationship with God and the priorities of their family. Their blended family experience provides the testimony of God's redeeming love and the importance of unity within the family construct.
Identity & Focus
Selley Group Real Estate, LLC fully operates a personalized real estate brokerage of "select" Colorado Springs Realtors who faithfully serve Colorado Springs, Monument, Black Forest, Falcon, as well as the surrounding areas.
In essence, we are a visionary company, offering expert services related to relocation, listings and investments. With various competing forces in the marketplace, clients require full-time Realtors who have exceptional knowledge about the market, and who understand the trends for making sound real estate decisions.
As a result, we've responded accordingly by combining knowledge and advanced technology to provide dependability during these fast-changing times.
Core Ideology
Our brand is fresh, healthy, progressive, innovative and forward-thinking. Succinctly stated, our core ideology focuses on education about real estate over the "profit-driven" tactics of sales. Our clients' interests become our interests. We are meticulous about hearing the true heart of our clientele, and we thrive on providing better solutions so our clients might experience the fullness of Colorado living.
Over the years, it has been a pleasure to serve hundreds of people who have either purchased or sold real estate in Colorado Springs and/or the beautiful surrounding areas. Even though the price ranges in sales vary from the low $200's to the $900's and beyond, the emphasis of our mission to serve effectively and efficiently has not changed toward the customer. We highly value every customer and consider it an honor to provide topnotch service with each individual situation.
With the expressed permission from our clientele, we have put together a short list of recommendations for your review. It would be easy to fill up pages worth of endorsements, but we feel that this approach promotes redundancy and a prideful attitude. Thus, we have kept the list brief and simple for the purpose in which it is intended.
Please feel free to read some of our customer endorsements as you consider the use of The Selley Group in your next real estate transaction.
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Thank you so much for all your hard work and expertise in selling our home. You were an absolute pleasure to work with, and we will be recommending you to anyone we know in that area who needs a realtor! I noticed that there are now 58 houses for sale in Meridian Ranch with only two under contract (one a short sale). Wow, how incredibly blessed we are to have ours sell so quickly. -- Keith and Tracy Jordan
"My wife and I can't say enough about Cherise and her team. We worked with her on three transactions as both a buyer's and seller's agent, and her skill at both was outstanding. She made what can be a very stressful situation very manageable and was always available for us, a testament to her work ethic. But one of Cherise's most important attributes is her incomparable integrity and commitment to do what is right. I have not hesitated at all to recommend her to friends who, in turn, had very favorable experiences in their dealings with Cherise and team."
-- Gabriel Basualdo
"Cherise, there aren't enough words to express our appreciation and gratitude for everything you did for us. Today, we are still amazed and in shock that you not only sold our house in less than a month but found us a new home in a neighborhood that we only dreamed of living in a few years ago. Thanks for giving us our dream!! We are better people for having worked with you."
-- Love, Scott, Ann, and Emily Wilson
"Candy and I love Cherise! She is absolutely the best realtor we have worked with. Being a Christian, we usually prefer to work with other Christians, but sometimes those people can be the worst. If you are a Christian, you probably know what I mean. As a ministry leader it is refreshing and, I'm sad to say - rare - to find someone who actually walks the talk as a Christian business person. Cherise Selley is quite simply "Jesus in the flesh to her clients!" She bent over backwards for us to make sure we got the best deal on the best house! Not only that - we felt totally blessed and covered in prayer by her husband Gordon, the entire time! I personaly and professionally recommend Cherise Selley - without reservation!"
-- Greg Outlaw, Volunteer President & CEO, AllAboutGOD.com
"Cherise is the most trustworthy, knowledgeable real estate professional I've ever known. Her unique combination of expertise and genuine caring made my relocation and home purchase a absolute pleasure. Cherise has been there for me over the years to answer my real estate questions, and checks in with me regularly just to see how my family and I are doing. I recommend Cherise wholeheartedly."
-- Kathleen Samuelson
"Working with Cherise was a great experience, she’s friendly, professional, and has a great attitude. Of the six real estate transactions I’ve been involved with, Cherise stands out as the best. I would recommend her (and do) without hesitation to anyone in need of a realtor for the Colorado Springs metro area."
-- Michael Hayes
"The Selley Team, I will have you know that one of the greatest breakthroughs the Lord gave to me in my few years of living in Colorado Springs is coming in contact with your blessed practice. Not only are you professional, you are also passionate in pursuing the cause of your clients, which virtue is scarce in the market place today. This very feature makes you the best of them all. God will continue to bless you all. We are forever yours." -- Pastor Michael Lipede
"Buying our first house out of state presented a lot of unknowns for my family, and having Cherise as our guide and advocate proved to be invaluable. Cherise was able to quickly assess what type of home we were looking for, and her knowledge of the area allowed us to rely heavily upon her recommendations. Most of all, we knew that Cherise was praying for us all along, and relying upon God's direction for one of the most important decisions of our lives." --Katherine and Zac Gorrell
"I have seen her work with people in very difficult circumstances and she always has the grace and patience to counsel them through everything. She truly cares about the people and not just getting a commission." --Linda Lahman
"I unequivocally recommend Cherise to anyone seeking to buy or sell a home. Her only objective is to meet the clients' needs and desires to the best of her ability, and often at a great personal expense. She is the only real estate agent that I have ever recommended." --Max F. Baumgartner Captain, USN Retired
"I found a home way out East that I wanted to buy. I put a full price offer on the home. Cherise smelled a rat and did some checking. She discovered that a large-out building on the property had no building permits…She also counseled us on the location of the property which made us realize it was not the wisest decision for our family…She negotiated a contract that not only got us the best value, but protected us from any hidden or unknown issues that would arise in the future." --Gary Brooks
"When moving our ministry from California to Colorado, we felt so blessed to have Cherise Selley and her team assist us during the transition. Not only did Cherise offer first-class competency in her real estate knowledge and skills, but she truly bent backwards in service and love toward each member of our ministry team. All of the families were placed on wonderful homes and were shown the grace of God through the efforts provided by Cherise and her husband. Even unto this day, the Selley family is considered one of our most devoted and strongest financial supporters of the ministry. Praise God who provides the faithfulness." --Greg Outlaw, All About God Ministries, Inc.
"Your attention to detail, care, and concern not only aided in reducing our stress, but made the entire process enjoyable…Your committed, personalized service is a vital asset to military members and their families." --Carl A. Ivey III, TSgt, USAF
"My wife and I have owned three homes in our 29 years of marriage. We've come across may different real estate agents who were good at what they did, but when it comes to Cherise Selley, we were blessed to find one of the most dedicated, caring, and knowledgeable individuals we ever found…Doing real estate transactions when you live 1,200 miles away in another state can be even more difficult. But with Cherise, her wonderful office staff, and a phone and fax machine, it all got done with excellence that comes from one very experienced professional." --Brian and Lynn Sherman
"I am learning a new lesson each day. Be proud of your faith and I pray that you continue to work for God in what you do. You have helped Megan and I in more ways then you know, and you found us a lovely home too." --Dustin Comes
"Cherise was in contact with us every day of the process from offer to closing, advising of what was happening. We never had to worry…Cherise restored our faith in Realtors. Prior to meeting her, we had some negative experiences with Realtors in California. Cherise really models the level of professionalism that this occupation is all about." --Argis and Pat Hulsey, Harvestime International Network
"It is a rare person who can take care of hearts while also taking care of business. Cherise, thank you for everything, you are truly one in a million." --Elizabeth Murtha
"Having relocated my family to Colorado Springs from the west coast in 2002, I have first hand knowledge of the stress involved with such a life changing transition. Of the many decisions that have to be made during this process, I can absolutely say that having Cherise Selley and her team represent me for the purchase of my home was the best decision I could have made…In the past four years, I have had the privilege of working with Cherise on a professional level. During this time, I have witnessed Cherise serve over 100 clients, and she continues to treat each one as if they are the only client with which she is working. She is not only a professional, she is also one of the few people I have ever known that will take a deep personal interest in the lives of her clients." --Mike Gordon, First Community Mortgage
"What could have been a stressful time (buying a house), you made it most enjoyable. You truly make it a blessing."
--Charlotte Coniglio
"Since the time that ya'll at Heritage got our house sold and found a new one for us, Karry and I have both heard many horror stories. We are certainly thankful for the hard work that ya'll put in and the ease with which our selling/buying process took place." --Jed Lacy
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