As an onsite agent selling Homes in St. Augustine, I work weekends. Every weekend. I usually take Monday mornings off to catch up with laundry and follow up with the Monday - Friday'ers.
The Real Estate market has been busy in St. Augustine Florida, and I have had a lot of "traffic" come through my open homes. I feel blessed. I've had six sales in the last two months. The Developer that I work for has reduced the prices of the homes to a reasonable market value and they are selling! That's GREAT, right? Well, yes it is, although these are all Short Sales. Wachovia Bank holds the development loan and has decided to wait until their merger with Wells Fargo before making any decisions on our "short sale pricing". This will be sometime after the first of the year. FRUSTRATING!
I believe in setting expectation with clients right up front which is imperative especially with buyers of Short Sales. Still I have buyers calling me several times a week asking me for updates. I realize that they are anxious, not only hoping to get approval on this sale, but worried if they don't, they will loose out on another 'great deal' in the St. Augustine Beach area.
To help deter these calls I have implemented a simple follow up plan for my Monday morning routine. I tell my customers, when we sign the contracts, I will send an e-mail or give a call each week with an update. There may be no news, but you at least they will not feel as if I have forgotten them.
So far it's working.
What are you doing to keep your short sale customers happy?
Marjorie Taylor
Homes in St Augustine
www.SeaGroveStAugustineBeach.com
904-591-9121
When I first attended a WOMEN'S COUNCIL OF REALTORS function, their Annual Charity Golf Tournament, I had fun, a LOT of fun. But I wasn't sure how my association with this group would benefit me in my business. I had the classic WIIFM mentality, how will joining a club designed for women help me? However, somehow I knew if I just did it, if I got involved, the benefits would come. I looked at the other members (both MEN and women) and thought; if these smart professionals, whom I respect, are associated there must be a good reason.
So I joined.
In fact, I jumped in with both feet and found the benefits of networking and forming relationships with other REALTORS® on a local and national level are enormous. WOMEN'S COUNCIL OF REALTORS is a magnet for career-focused REALTORS® with diverse backgrounds and a high level of professionalism.
On a local level, in St. Augustine, Fl, the events offered for both personal and business development are excellent. Informative monthly programs and classes for specific education have been extremely valuable in furthering my career and personal development. In fact, WOMEN'S COUNCIL OF REALTORS encourages their members to acquire new skills to meet the changing environment and enhance their careers through the Education Reimbursement Program. Offering qualifying members up to $250.00 per year, it is the most remarkable benefit, worth much more than the $155.00 annual dues.
WOMEN'S COUNCIL OF REALTORS is an organization I think that any REALTOR®, male or female, will benefit from joining.
Marjorie Taylor
904-591-9121
Marjorie@MarjorieTaylor.net
www.TheBestAgentinStAugustine.com
Specializing in Homes in St Augustine
Winter Wonderland 2008
The NEW St. Augustine Amphitheatre offers great events such as concerts and movie nights for the kids through out the year. However, now thru January 4th it is transformed into a Winter Wonderland.
Admission is FREE (we love FREE events) and each evening you may enjoy:
For a small fee you may:
Real ice skating - skate rentals and lessons are available
Of course Holiday Shopping is available. Featured artisans offer unique products and spectacular holiday decorations. A variety of holiday treats are also available, such as ht chocolate, apple cider, homemade cookies and fire pits for s'mores (my favorite!)
For more information please call the Saint Augustine Amphitheatre 904-471-1965 or go to Winter Wonderland
For a few weeks during the holiday season we will be fortunate to enjoy a White St. Augustine Christmas. I can't wait to lace up some skates and get out on the ice, trying to remember to ice skate, feel the snowflakes on my cheeks while drinking a mug of hot chocolate. But, most of all, I look forward to seeing the residents of St. Augustine and their visitors having fun, meeting up with old friends and making new ones.
Marjorie Taylor
Homes in St Augustine
www.SeaGroveStAugustineBeach.com
904-591-9121
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I specialize in homes in St. Augustine Florida. My goal is to match every client with a neighborhood that suits their heart and a home that suits their budget.
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