Values are definitely changing !
Most areas have a buyers market, others say the market is going back to a more "normal" market after several very hot and crazy years. One thing agents should agree is RISING in value are showing reports! I know listing agents would definitely agree on that!
providing PROMPT showing reports as something that should be a ROUTINE part of our business as Realtors. Over the past few years, properties sold so darn fast, it didn't seem to be necessary. Did it really matter what the buyer thought of the property when several others wrote offers on it the very first day! Multiple offers would arrive before a showing report would have been requested. (My record was 8 offers on one home on the first day-while I have heard of even more than that) It might not have mattered THEN, but it sure does NOW!
Today the market has changed...a property is listed, and maybe a week or two goes by, and finally the FIRST showing! Sellers have always been anxious to hear what the feed back is. For the first time in a long time, I am just as curious as the seller as to what the buyer and showing agent thought of the property, and even more importantly the pricing! Listing agents NEED that information to help sellers see the reality of this current market. That information helps attain a price change, making it more likely your buyer would make an offer on it!
With longer days on the market, everyone's patience is being tried! Sellers MORE THAN EVER want to know what the buyer thought of the house. Listing agents can't give that information without the co operation of the showing agent. Wouldn't it be great to not only GET a showing report, "it didn't fit their needs", but to get some comparative details!
"They found others in the same price range that were in better condition", "others in the area had more square footage yet were priced the same-or less". Not just "needs work", too small, or overpriced.
Speaking of feedback, wouldn't it be nice if those showing reports came in soon after the showing, without having to be asked (several times)....Some agents are soooo good at that. AS they are driving away, with the buyer's reaction fresh in their mind, they call and leave message! Listing agents sometimes have to call several times to get one showing report, all the while leaving the seller hanging as to what happened.
The value of showing reports today is higher than ever. It helps both agent and seller know if it is a problem with the property, a problem with the price, or just a larger number of active properties that is the reason a property is not selling. While we may have fallen away from this practice over the last few years, this challenging market makes it necessary once again...I know all listing agents will agree! And we all benefit from this professional courtesy!
{Should a listing agent or their paid assistant really have to call multiple times to get this courtesy?}
If you are in a BNI group you will already know the value of "givers gain". If not, check out a Business Networking INternational group, or another type of networking group. It may feed you during tough times...and the committment is just 1 hour per week!
The bailout was signed by the president today, but there is no bailout for the everyday "little person". If it is to be, it is up to me! So lets support each other, and find ways to get through this tough market. After l0 months in a networking group, I have closed my 4th sale. I am sure I have made money for others in my group, that I have sent referrals to.
Yes, it may be tough committing to a meeting once EVERY week, same time, same place....but it will make you money. You develop relationships with other professionals, come to trust them and then the referrals will start to flow. Everyone gains! You have trusted professionals you know will take care of people you send to them. And, you will become the trusted real estate professional of the group, and other members will feel confident sending leads to you! Becoming an active member of your group and recruiting other strong members, will only grow and strengthen your group. The result: everyone gets more out of the group.
Since we do have more time on our hands now, why not try it? It is a positive supportive environment that can help you get through some slow markets.
SO IF YOU ARE NOT IN A NETWORKING GROUP, I RECOMMEND YOU FIND ONE!
I had a chance to tour Abraham Lincolns home in Springfield IL today! He lived in this house at the time he was asked by the party leaders to run for President in 1860. He did win that election, and when the family moved to Washington, they kept the home. They planned to come back after his presidency, which sadly did'nt end the way they envisioned. But what does a family do? Not unlike today, they rented it out! They did leave behind many pieces of furniture and family posessions, sold to the tenat. Mary Lincoln planned to redecorate upon their return. When the rented moved years later, many of the Lincoln pieces were taken with that tenant to Chicago. They were lost then in the great fire of 1871.
The home is in very good condition, and surprisingly they let you take photos inside. Even more of a surprise is that the tour is FREE!
Waiting for a sign to buy? This past week mortgage interest rates dipped below 6% for the first time in quite awhile. Due to the federal government intervening in the Freddie Mac & Fannie Mae situation, investors are less worried, and thus rates are coming down, and expected to hit mid 5%!! With a great selection out there in property inventory, and some very motivated sellers-NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY!
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Residential sales since 1989. Listing & selling in the Washington and Waukesha Counties, and the Milwaukee Metro area. Listening to clients needs to deliver a high level of customer service.
Licensed in 1989, my first year in the business I was the Rookie of the Year for my company (1200 agents). A successful company leader in sales and listings ever since. I realized early on that this would be my lifetime profession, and I started working on designations, first off-CRS & GRI. Over the past 20 years I have aquired these additional designations: ABR,SRES, CLHMS, CHMS and E-Pro. The purpose of these was not to have alphabet soup after my name, but rather gaining the education provided through the course work, in order to help my buyers and sellers achieve their real estate goals. (another surprise benefit was the referral network, and friends made along the journey!) Buyers and sellers have the same ultimate goals: Sellers want to get the best price, in the shortest time, with the least hassles. Buyers want to get the best value in their home purchase. Voted as a top agent in customer service by Milwaukee Magazine 2009 & 2008, in an independent survey of my customers!
Born and raised in Milwaukee, and now a resident of Germantown I KNOW THE AREA! And I KNOW THE MARKET! Buyers and sellers can rely on my expertise to get them the best accepted offer possible in light of the current market trends.
Certified Residential Specialist, Graduate of the Realtors Institute, Accredited Buyers Representative, Senior Real Estate Specialist, Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist, Certified Home Marketing Specialist (staging).
The most recent addition to my list of services is a Staging Opinion, and the ability of my sellers to make use of my staging inventory of decorating items and furnishings while their home is listed with me!
Pat's customers have voted her a Milwaukee Magazine
FIVE STAR AGENT Best in Client Satisfaction Real Estate
"At my request, Pat recently helped my daughter and her husband find and buy their first home. The service was exemplary, from arranging showings on short notice on a holiday to writing an offer the next day to getting the transaction through closing. I am a real estate lawyer, and must say that Pat drafted an excellent Offer to Purchase. She is very knowledgable about the market, and was a pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend her without hesitation." September 30, 2008
Kent Tess-mattner, Owner, Schmidt Rupke Tess-Mattner & Fox, S.C.
"Pat is one of those remarkable people who is dedicated to her craft and makes it look easy. Her success is a direct result of her commitment to her clients and customers. Pat is an expert in her field, hard working and knowledgeable. I enjoyed working with Pat because she is entirely upbeat and never has a bad day! I wish I could have cloned her!" September 22, 2008
Michelle Kurtz, Sales Director, Shorewest Realtors
managed Pat at Shorewest Realtors
"She was incredibly efficient and KNOWLEDGEABLE in her area. She got us into a house that we liked, in a good neighborhood, inside our budget inside of two weeks!"
Nathan and Wendy Schmiedike
"Pat kept us informed, reliable sincere and can take humor"
Don and Lucille Shafranski
"Her patience, knowledge, professionalism; quick responses with info; helpful hints and clear explanations"
Pat and Mark Groth
"Her professionalism, experience and personality make her one of the best in her field"
Chris and Julie Mantei
"All my needs were met; although I understand Pat is very busy she is very efficient and returned every one of my calls the same day"
Trina Collins
"She did everything very well; she was very patient and explained everything so I could understand it. Keep up the good work"
Corrine Henke
"Pat worked very hard helping me sell my home, during difficult time for real estate sales."
Judi T.
"After reading Pat's description of our house on line, I told my husband I wanted to buy it!"
Robert and Susan Parr
"Pat is nothing but a pleasure to work with."
Mike Hanan
"Very informed and easy to work with"
Dorothy May
"She does a great job! Knows what she is doing"
Claude and Pat Merckes
"Pat worked closely with us to sell the property; sharing information, stategizing and responded promptly to our questions and concerns. She is an experienced, effective Realtor who always set clear expectations with us"
James and Margaret Kupfer
"Very satisfied-Pat was very efficient and very caring"
Margaret Sinski
" We had the pleasure of working with Pat to both buy and sell our house. Pat met all of our expectations; she is very knowledgeable and was very pleasant to work with"
Jon and Lori Smith
"She took the time to explain the home selling process to me-she helped make my life a lot more stress-free!
Hugh and Billy Jo Jacobson
"She kept me informed and was very professional
Jim Brushel
"She is a very down to earth person-professional and honest-a pleasure to work with.
Grant & Cathy S
"Pat Tasker is a model of what an agent should be!"
Mike Nencka, First Weber
" Very good resourceful agent"
Bernard Hughes, Coldwell Banker
"Pat was a pleasure to work with"
J Mitchell, Re/Max Realty 100
"Pat did way more that expected-she had an answer to all of our concerns and questions.Pats knowledge of the neighborhood andreal estate in general was amazing.After having had a bad time with another real estate company last year, we were beyond happy with Pat's professional attitude and yet she treated us in such a personal manner.We can't say 'Thank you' enough!"
Greg and Elizabeth Pfister
"Pat went out of her way to accommodate me in the sale of my moms house-e-mailing, faxing and calls to my cell phone while I was out of town for 2 months.On the ball and worked for my best interest-our whole family is impressed and grateful to Pat. "
Kristine Backes
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