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Eternal optimism and the six personal perspectives

06-01-11
Jennifer Maher
Any of you that know me know have probably thought I was crazy at least once or twice. I had a meeting with a very well respected colleague this evening and he said to me " you are a very we'll respected woman, a mover and a shaker". He told me I not only accomplish things people don't even dare to think of but I do it again and again. I was flattered and taken back but this had me thinking...... how many times have people told me " your crazy" "that can't be done"? Yet I set out and pushed through until the mission was accomplished.Why? Its not just because I like to prove people wrong ;). Admittedly I do love that, but its much more. I see things through my eyes as I feel they should be. I admit that sometimes I get extremely passionate and heated and as people tell me your wrong, your crazy, don't be bothered. It only drives me further and further towards my vision. This is my eternal optimism or what some people call crazy :). My eternal optimism has led me to some fantastic places. Now combine that eternal optimism with a quest for knowledge, experience based wisdom, backed by a powerful team of people on your side and well.....who knows where we will end up. I am an ordinary woman with an extraordinary zest for life. And that's how I feel about this market, my agents and my company. Eternally optimistic. Except this time not so many people are calling me crazy :) maybe I found my home. This month I am teaching a course called six personal perspectives. step 5 is about removing your limiting beliefs. After my reflections today I am even more excited to teach this class. Here are the six personal perspectives: Commit to self mastery Commit to the 80/20 principal Move from entrepreneurial to purposeful Make learning based the foundation of your action plan Remove limiting beliefs ( I got this one down pretty good lol) Be accountable This course is every Thursday for six weeks at noon. It is a lunch and learn series sponsored by Mark Aakjar. Mark is the best inspector I ever met in my 15 years in the industry and he may not know it but he too lives by these principles. The course starts next Thursday June 9 and runs 6 weeks. Guests are welcome. Call me 914 330 7222 or email jennmaher@kw.com for details Check out our website for full calendar of training courses. Http://www.kwrgscarsdale.com Go to training/events. Yours in eternal optimism, Jenn Maher Team Leader C.E.O. Keller Williams Realty Group P.s. this blog is dedicated to my heroes, Olivia and Julia my daughters. Julia had a major dental procedure again today and took it like a pro and Olivia is the strongest teenage girl I ever met. Not to mention smart and beautiful too.....both of them. They make everything clear.
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Going green....lets see some action!

06-01-11
Jennifer Maher
For several years I have been hearing alot about Green agency, but I have yet to see many agents putting the catch phrase into action.I am sitting in a class as I type at Keller Williams Realty Group on Green agency. In my opinion being knowledgeable about Green agency is something we must all start putting into action. Green is to ten years from now what compliance and zoning issues are to us today. Had agents had the foresight back then to find out if a house was a legal 3 bedroom and what quantifies an accessory apartment etc.... we would have been solving problems for ourselves and our clients before they happened. Today we pay for that lack of foresight with closings delayed and even falling apart when the municipal searches come back with violations on properties that cleared title under same circumstances not so long ago. Flash forward 5 even 10 years from now I imagine energy efficiency will not only be important to purchasers but to municipalities and financial institutions as well. Look at the automobile industry. I am having a hard time getting an inspection on a 2004 B.M.W. that runs beautifully due to some misfiring. While I agree and dont want to be polluting the atmosphere, the point is who would have guessed the government would have so much say as to whether a car in Mahopac is environmentally sound or not??We must constantly be looking forward to be adding value to our clients and community. I urge you to start putting that designation to use. If your not a Green agent designee call me today for information.Jennifer MaherTeam Leader /C.E.O Keller William Realty Group 914 713 3270 Http://www.scarsdalekwrg.com
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What constitutes a good deal?

09-21-10
Jennifer Maher
Often times I have clients stop in or call and say they want to buy foreclosures. Of course, the first things I ask are where? How much? Are you looking to flip? Are you looking to hold the property in the hopes it produces income? OR they will tell me the purchase would be not an investment but their primary palce of residemce. At that point I say Whoa!! It is a myth but yet common belief that foreclosures, R.E.O. , bank owned, and shortsales are the best deals around. Now dont get me wrong, there are some great deals that come along on the MLS via short sales, R.E.O. bank owned properties but more often than not these properties have been neglected to such disrepair it negates the whole concept of "good deal". If you are in the market to purchase a home for your primary residence the best thing you can do is go to a Real Estate Professional discuss your needs, wants and price range and I guarantee you will find most listings that come up are NOT solely Bank owned or R.E.O. or even shortsales. It will be a mix and the bottom line is you should focus on the value and whether or not the property works for you and your family not who currently owns it! Now if you ARE in the market for an investment property thats a whole different story! If you are serious about purchasing foreclosed properties you once again need to find a Real Estate Professional who will be able to focus on this for you. Buying Foreclosed properties is a FULL TIME JOB!! I suggest you hire an agent to work for you as a buyers agent. Yes you will be on the hook for commission however this truly is the only way to track down these foreclosed properties, contact the trustee and to be able to show up at the auctions at the right time is to have someone dedicated to the cause. Once again I say that there are "good deals" out there on properties that have not been foreclosed on. Especially if your investing in Multi-family and commercial properties. You should be on the look for a well maintained, fully occupied building with positive cash flow. the good news??? This market actually renders that a possibility. Call me today for a personal "good deal" consultation. My Cell is 914-330-7222. Jennifer Maher Broker Incline Real Property Services http://www.inclinerps.com
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Clients, Agents and Me

06-15-10
Jennifer Maher

At Incline Real Property services we service all types of clients. We have clients who are struggling financially, Clients who are first time home buyers in the,affordable housing range and we have clients who have millions to invest.

Although they may drive different cars, wear different clothes, it all boils down to the same basic needs. They want information and they want it now. They want honesty, integrity and hard work. As a Broker I expect from a client the following, Loyalty, trust and committment. I suggest if you don't have this sort of expectations with your agent or clients you want tohave a conversation with them. We all have the freedom to pick who we do business with!

Now agents on the other hand have to keep in mind that they have more than buyers and sellers as clients. Fellow Agents and brokers are also s sort!I have to admit I have been known to loose my patience with agents on occasion. I however I try to give as much information as possible up front to avoid the million questions from the newbies! I am proud to say that here in Putnam County we are blessed with a pretty professional group of agents! I also have been on the receiving end of an uncooperative listing agent who gives zero information and an attitude to boot!!

So that summarizes my insight on Clients and Agents. As for me well.... I have to say I am happy and blessed to do for a living something that I love and happen to be very good at! From property management,commercial, residential and investment sales and purchases to rentals and leases we are here with a smile waiting to do business together!!!

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Is Your Real Estate In Compliance?

04-14-10
Jennifer Maher

Quite frankly, Real Estate must treated like a business. I see way to many business owners do things like keep income off the books, not file for all the proper licences etc... and what happens is when they want to sell ,the business value takes a major hit or even worse it can not be sold! Real Estate is the same way, So if you built that deck, addition or finished your basement and you didn't apply for the proper permits and C of O's you are also affecting your value and ability to sell. I truly believe you should manage your real estate with the thought that if you had to sell today you would be able to get top dollar. This could include zoning changes, such as if you live in a residential house in a commercial district more than likely your highest and best use is commercial. However since its current use is residential you may want to go to the zoning board prior to considering selling to get a change of use. Did you buy your house with a finished basement? In Putnam County if you closed more than 5 years ago chances are that basement is a violation. I have seen this hold up and or kill hundreds of transactions in my career.

At Incline Real property Services we can handle all your property management and compliance work. We can save you money, time and energy! We also have in house property management. visit our website at www.inclinerps.com or call 845-520-3005

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