The January 2012 ActiveRain challenge asked a simple question... How do your feelings about trust impact your business or your life?
Trust is defined as "firm reliance on the integrity, ability, or character of a person." In life trust should be a normal expectation.
In real estate trust should likewise be an expectation. But these are not the same levels of trust - if indeed either truly exists (cynical thought, for sure).
Blind trust is, in my opinion, the greatest level of trust - and also the most dangerous.
It is the level of trust we all seek in our personal
relationships –especially with the ones that matter most.
Roger Mucci had a good post recently on trust even when family is involved (Trust…..We all know that “curiosity killed the cat”, I had to ask……).
June Tassillo of Franklin NC wrote a post as well that touched on trust. In this case it involves the real estate business.
Trust should be a condition of doing real estate for a living. It is simple - an obligation to do the right thing all the time.
Personal pride should make this a non-issue. But, sometimes due to self interest this is not always possible (did I mean to say greed or selfishness?).
As for the question posed in the first sentence, here is my response.
In my day to day life I never say the words "Trust me." It is a given when dealing with me.
This post is a submission to the ActiveRain / Adobe EchoSign Trust Contest. I could possibly win a prize. You can find out about the contest by clicking here
I am not referring to loss on the sale price of your home but rather, I am talking about minimizing the chance someone may get injured while viewing your home for sale in Brevard County, Florida (or any other place!).
Before you list your home for sale take a good look around your house from a child's perspective.
Even if you have no children think about potential buyers who do have children accompanying them as they view homes. And, although I am no lawyer, you do not want to have something happen to anyone on your property - selling or not!
Do not leave toxic within reach of small hands. I know you are thinking that the children should be under control at all times but I have witnessed it – they aren’t always!
If you have firearms, secure them with some sort of locking device or better yet, remove them. I can recall the times I have shown homes and seen rifles propped against the wall in a closet or under the bed. I don’t know if they were loaded but still, why have them there?
And think about your furniture layout and lighting. Maybe you should leave more lights on?
And think about the calm dog of yours who is friendly and only barks!
And do not forget about the exterior...any holes or low areas in the lawn? What about the garden hose on the ground?
Risk reduction and management is a key component of any business. Selling your home is a business transaction you are part of.
I have heard many times "It is not if you will get sued but when!"
Protect yourself by managing risk exposure. Sure, they may sue your real estate agent but they may sue you as well... besides no one needs to get injured when it is preventable!
This is it…my short list. This simple list contains six seven things I am not wishing for in 2012 and one I am wishing for in 2012.
But which is “the real thing” (sorry, Coca Cola)?
For the most part I could care less about the items listed above…except for the last one. Stay safe, be prosperous and happy in the coming year!
And now I must get back to my real task before I let myself get distracted...working on my plans for selling more homes in Brevard County, Florida next year!
In the old days (pre-GPS) we often had to rely on paper road maps. Yes, Virginia, we really did!
And somehow I always seemed to end up taking the scenic route. This is where I also confess I never stopped and asked for directions...that is giving up!
Today I continue to unintentionally take the scenic route even with the use of my genuine TomTom GPS (with a very fake sounding Homer Simpson voice telling me where to go!).
Sometimes even when I am using the GPS I choose to disregard the “recalculating” and continue on my own refusing any assistance whatsoever!
Sometimes I arrive where I intended. Sometimes it becomes necessary to turn on the GPS after I have obviously made a wrong turn somewhere or have reached the point of maximum tolerance!
If you are selling your Brevard County, Florida home in this market as a for sale by owner (FSBO) you may find yourself on the scenic route or reaching a point of maximum tolerance!
It may be time to GPS – Get Professional Support – hire a local Brevard County Real Estate Agent/ Realtor®.
And if your Brevard County home for sale listing has expired, maybe your GPS needs “recalculating.”
Call me if you are considering buying or selling your Brevard County, Florida house or condo!
If you are considering selling your home in Brevard County including short sales, email me if I can help in any way.
Westwood subdivision in Rockledge, Florida offers large, newer homes at some very affordable prices.
Since September 2011 there has only been one home sold in Westwood – 937 Whetstone Place, a four bedroom two and half bath three car garage home with 3,050 sq.ft.. under air selling for $243,000 (less than $80/sq.f.t for a 2009 built property).
Currently there are four properties listed for sale in Westwood subdivision. List prices for these properties range from $179,990 to $269,900. There are two short sales among these listings – both under $200,000.
Square footage (under air conditioning) is one way buyers can compare properties. For example, in this development there are two listings with 2,745 and 2,799 square foot under air each. The list prices are $194,300 and $234,000. Both are four bedroom homes and neither have a pool. One has 3.5 baths and the other only 3 baths. One was built in 2007 and the other in 2008.
So what is the difference? Can an extra half bath or one year difference account for the $40,000 difference
How can an individual wanting to buy a home in Rockledge, Florida compare these homes without seeing the inside of each?
If you are shopping for a home in Rockledge or Viera, Florida call me at 321-693-3850 or email me if I can assist in any way.
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Real estate agent serving Melbourne, Viera, Rockledge, Suntree, and Cocoa Beach - all within 45 minutes of Orlando! Golfing, 55+ communities, waterfront & more!
Florida native, retired U.S. Navy Medical Service Corps officer, full-service Real Estate Agent/ Realtor®! Having lived in Brevard County for over 15 years I know the area and have the experience to assist you whether buying or selling a house or condo in Florida.
I specialize in residential properties including condo, townhouse or single-family residence (re-sales and new construction). I especially enjoy working with buyers and sellers looking for a 55+ community or golf course communities like Heriateg Isle or Grand Isle.
"We contacted the closest Century21 and asked for their top agent. Gary Waters contacted us, we interviewed him and were immediately impressed. Not only was his knowledge of the area superb, his communication was outstanding. Gary sold our house 32 days after listing it and kept us informed throughout the entire process. I would HIGHLY recommend Gary Waters if you want to sell your home in the Rockledge area." Shirlee Fender
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