Cherise Selley

Chasing every internet lead does not necessarily equate to prudent marketing nor does it define the success of a Colorado Springs Realtor. It takes much more to rise to the top of the profession than simply relying on statistical adages about sales, for instance, "the more you ask, and then eventually, the numbers will play out in your favor."

All of the information about Colorado Springs Real Estate can be easily gleaned from either www.selleygroup.com or www.cheriseselley.com. But information is just that. It allows the potential buyer, investor or seller to form some foundational ideas about the Colorado Springs Real Estate market and gives a preliminary peek into the "know-how" regarding the identity of our group of Colorado Springs Realtors.

Nonetheless, information is not synonymous with either understanding or wisdom. It simply serves as an introductory tool into the Colorado Springs Real Estate process.

In this time of 24/7 access to Colorado Springs Realtors through internet, twitter, facebook, texting and similar modalities, it is very difficult to serve the needs of everyone, especially when your committed client absolutely deserves the best of your time.

And I think this is part of the understanding required to be a topnotch Colorado Springs Realtor. You have to be able to serve those who you are called to serve. It takes patience, discernment and endurance to properly handle the challenges facing the real estate industry. It's much more than a numbers game or chasing after any name on the internet or in the phone book to procure business. In the end, reputation usurps the shallow tactics of quick sales.

Personally, as an Elite 25 Colorado Springs Realtor, I've seen our Colorado Springs Real Estate market mimic that of 2002. In other words, we're down to 2002/2003 prices, and as I've written previously, I believe Colorado Springs Realtors, as well as the public, can expect to see some gains during 2010 unless unforeseen geopolitical happenings suddenly arise.

Nevertheless, there are some intangibles about this current Colorado Springs Real Estate market that differ significantly from that of seven years ago. The inventory of short sales and foreclosures impacts the way the business operates today. Besides horrendous delays and uncertainties, the short sale process is extremely difficult to navigate. And I'm not referring to the Colorado Springs Realtor exclusively. The process extracts quite a bit of energy from the perspective buyer as well with no guarantees that he or she will actually be able to purchase the Colorado Springs property.

For the buyer who is looking to actually purchase a home, I recommend just that. The consumer must renew his or her mindset about what it means to purchase a home. Because if he or she is simply looking for the best deal and find this through the short sale or foreclosure process, this might not necessarily equate to buying the best home for his or her benefit.

As Marcia Kies, CRS, an agent in lake Oswego, Oregon states, "People have to get out of thinking their home is like an ATM. It's one thing to be an investor, but when buyers start getting serious, they realize foreclosures or short sales that seem like such a great deal aren't such a great home."

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As Colorado Springs Real Estate and other markets throughout the United States undergo the challenges of these economic times, you can expect to see a different looking face regarding how the next generation of Realtors will perceive and actually do the real estate business in the future.

According to the NAR 2009 Membership profile, in 2001, 38% of Realtors were over the age of 55. When comparing 2001 against 2009, there has been substantial upswing with this number, showing 47% of Realtors are now baby-boomers who compose a viable part of the real estate profession.

These numbers are consistent with other unrelated industries, such as health services, food/beverage, churches and ministries. People have to reconstruct their lives more realistically today. Getting in and getting rich, then cashing out rarely pertains to the value of any profession or industry.

Regarding Colorado Springs Realtors, the use of technology is catching up with how Colorado Springs Real Estate is conducted. Twitter, facebook, active rain, blogging, networking, scheduling, analyzing, MLS searching, personal website building, communicating and marketing are just a few ways how a Colorado Springs Realtor effectively conducts business.

Mary Ellen Collins, a contributing writer of The Residential Specialist, shares some thoughts from Catherine B. Martin, president of Florida Talent Network, which is a career development and strategy consulting firm. Martin talks about some of the nuances of this next generation of Realtors, "They seem to have faith and confidence in a personal brand as it emerges and develops. Those who are consistent seem to build community around themselves organically."

Her comments accurately fit the postmodern mold.

Presently, Selley Group Real Estate, LLC is composed of three members who are 50 years or older, while the others range from the mid-30's and older. There is a healthy mixture of various thoughts, creative ideas and overall unity among our Colorado Springs Realtors.

We are currently looking to recruit two more Colorado Springs Realtors to become part of the group. Martin says, "If you're in a recruiting mindset, you look at the people you meet from a ‘Would they make a good candidate?' perspective."

And that's exactly what we're doing right now. For more information about Selley Group, please click on to www.selleygroup.com.

Trends come and go in the Colorado Springs Real Estate market. Nonetheless, I've noticed some difficult patterns over the past few months.

Regarding Colorado Springs Real Estate listings and specifically related to my last three to four buyer contracts on per some of my listings, submitted by other Colorado Springs Realtors, these offers have been full of exorbitant requests.

I have noticed some peculiarities to consider...

•· First offers have been historically the best offers made. Although the first offer sometimes presents sticker-shock for the seller, typically these have been the closest financial offers to the actual selling prices of the listing property. Second and third offers are coming in extremely low, almost appalling to the seller.

•· And yet the seller needs to fully understand the financial dynamics of the Colorado Springs Real Estate process, not expecting to renegotiate for much higher prices on additional offers. These do not seem to be knocking on the door presently.

•· One additional point...the buyer usually cannot make up any real financial differences during the inspection process. Sellers seem to be short of cash to put additional thousands of dollars into their home, especially after having it radically reduced to sell.

As a result, the trend of trying to do these types of deals paves unhealthy Colorado Springs Real Estate habits.

Sellers aren't able to feasibly sell their properties and buyers are feeling entitled to get the best deal, no matter the unreasonableness involved. Television education, fear and over-stinginess then begin to usurp savvy Colorado Springs Realtor knowledge and prudent ways of making the deal work for both sides, including buyers and sellers. Of course, if the buyers were trying to sell their homes with some of the same kind of offers currently being made by them, the same results of outrage and insult would probably occur.

The world of real estate is not coming to an end. And likewise, the world is round, not flat, as the current way of doing business is trying to be re-formed from fear. The world of real estate has simply rotated away from the sun temporarily, allowing for appropriate market corrections. However, seasonal changes are anticipated, and the world will once again experience the brightness of the sun.

Colorado Springs Realtors know how to make good deals for everyone who buys, sells or invests in Colorado Springs Real Estate properties. If your experience seems more difficult than it should, then you might want to get second opinions about your buying/selling process.

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Fully renovated walk-out rancher nestled on a cul-de-sac lot in coveted Mount Woodmen Estates ~ the dazzling city and mountain views will captivate you! Open floorplan w/ abundant upgrades including: scraped, wide-planked chestnut stained hardwood floors which carry from the entry way and hallway to the eat-in kitchen, dining, and living rooms.

Stunning kitchen remodel includes: slab granite eat-in island, double ovens, Prestige custom cabinetry w/ pull out drawers, travertine tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, plus walk-out access to the private deck. The dining room is accented with a double-sided 'stone to ceiling' wood burning fireplace, plus deck access. Vaulted ceilings highlight the open living/great room, with the beauty of the stone fireplace as an architectural focal point. The main level has a secondary bedroom with hardwood flooring which can double as an office, complete with a large closet, built-in shelving and a lovely bay window seat area. Plantation Shutters highlight the updated windows.

Master with wood flooring, walk-out access to the rear deck, plus a renovated bathroom with tile flooring, corian countertops, new sinks, jetted tub, private shower and walk-in closet. Downstairs, enjoy the open recreation room with newly built wet bar, wood burning fireplace, cut berber carpet, plus a walk-out area to the private patio. Three spacious bedrooms with abundant closet space, full bathroom and a very large storage/laundry area complete the basement.

Other upgrades include a newly installed Lennox natural gas boiler for the hot water baseboard heating system, 45 gallon stainless steel hot water heater, newer opening skylights, newer garage doors and exterior stucco, metal roofing with tile-appearing coating, plus oversized garage with workshop area. Discover the beauty of city lights, mountains, and natural terrain. Underneath the decking, enjoy the private patio area. Experience the majesty of this city from the comfort of your home ... hurry, this is a rare find!

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To see this home, contact your Colorado Springs Realtor, or call Cherise Selley of Selley Group Real Estate, LLC.