Sango, TN

Now those that know me KNOW that I love to sing. Mainly Country Music but I have been known to sing some other tunes much to my daughter's chagrin. There are many songs out there that tell stories that we can all relate to and others that can easily identify a particular mood you might be in.

As I was doing my nightly blog reading this evening I stumbled upon a rather effective marketing blog geared toward home owner's who might be looking for a listing agent. While I agree with with much of what the author had to offer, I did had my reservations so I decided not to respond on the agent's post (agian - geared toward prospective clients and not other Realtors). Instead, the blog post immediately brought a song to my mind (and my lips!).

The context of the blog post can be summarized as away with the old ideas and in with the new. The use of technology and the audience reached via the World Wide Web in the author's opinion are the way to go. Gone are the days of paper fliers, signage and open houses. Why? Simple in the author's mind - you reach your target audience through the Internet and are simply wasting time and resources with anything else (my read on it).

Now, I COMPLETELY AGREE with the power of the Internet and the ABSOLUTE NEED to market listings on the Internet - the more sites you can get your listings on - the better in my opinion. I credit much of our success in the Clarksville TN Real Estate Market with our blogging here on Active Rain as well as our social networking on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc. The impact is obvious and I am sure that many who read this will agree, as well as our current and past clients.

But....there is still a place of the paper fliers, signage and open houses folks. I do not and will not subscribe to the notion that these are a waste of time and resources. Realtors pay good money for mentors and coaches who preach that you should not do any of this - the reason: If there is no information available at the property prospective buyers will call you! Let me ask you - how's that working out folks? Surely prospective buyers who are interested in the property are going to call, but is it about attracting new clients or representing the clients that you have (AKA the homeowner who trusts you to sell their home). My take is the latter but ultimately both can be achieved - the point is that your primary focus is the owner's of the listed property.

Oh - I almost forgot - back to the song I am singing. This topic got my mind filled with a Bellamy Brothers tune (and no it is not Redneck Girl!). Ever heard the song 'He's and Old Hippie'? This is a great song and certainly pertains to the topic at hand - you need not to go any further than this line: He's an old hippie and he don't know what to do. Should he hang on to the old, should he grab on to the new?

My answer to that line when it comes to Real Estate: Use what is most effective in order to produce results! A combination of the old and new techniques will work wonders folks! Please PLEASE don't send me your money - I am not a coach - just a simple fellow with a common sense approach to Real Estate. Advice is free and as always - yours to use or discard as you see fit.

In the end, as long as you are doing your absolute best to represent your clients, whether sellers or buyers that is all that counts. Go the extra mile, treat them with courtesy, honesty and respect and above all communicate often. Folks will appreciate this more than you can imagine and you will not only have satisfied clients but also life long friends. Get er done!

As I am sure is the case with many of those in the market for a new home, when it comes to an Earnest Money Deposit, buyer do not understand the intent. Hopefully, the below will assist in solving the mystery.

What Is An Earnest Money Deposit? An earnest money deposit, also known as a good faith deposit, is a specific dollar amount that a potential buyer pays to the seller in an effort to display their serious interest in a property. It's important to note that an earnest money deposit is not the same as a down payment.

The Purpose Of An Earnest Money Deposit:

An earnest money deposit is used to secure a purchase contract, which means the buyer doesn't have to worry about the property being sold out from underneath them. Without an agreement, the seller would be free to sell the home at anytime. An earnest money deposit, however, secures the availability of the home as the potential buyer obtains an inspection, appraisal and financing for the purchase.

How Much Good Faith Is Enough? So, just how much of an earnest money deposit is required? Truthfully, it depends on a number of factors, including the home's purchase price, your location and the standard as set by other sellers. In most cases, the earnest money deposit is negotiable and the seller will be happy in knowing that the potential buyer is serious enough to offer their money in good faith.

How An Earnest Money Deposit Is Used: If the transaction is successful and the buyer follows through with the purchase, an earnest money deposit is refunded to the buyer or applied to closing costs. If the buyer defaults or is unable to obtain financing, the seller often has the discretion to retain the earnest money deposit as damages or as otherwise described in the purchase agreement.

Using Your Dollars And Sense:

When it comes to an earnest money deposit, it's essential that buyers know who should receive the money and how to handle the payment. In most cases, the deposit should be made payable and presented to a licensed real estate broker, an attorney or escrow company. Your Realtor can assist in getting your earnest money deposit into the right hands. It's important to obtain a receipt, which should clearly outline the purpose of the deposit. The funds will be handled in accordance with the purchase agreement and/or as agreed upon by both the buyer and seller.

Before handing over a good faith deposit, make sure that you have faith in the person accepting your money. Potential buyers should not give an earnest money deposit directly to the seller, nor should they give it to anyone who claims to be with a brokerage firm unless their credentials are verified.

It is a beautiful day in Clarskville Tennessee! A great day to spend with your Family - perhaps an impromtu bar-b-que? Possibly just sitting on the porch or deck and reading a good book? Or, if you would like, an OUTSTANDING day to view some of the many homes for sale in Clarksville TN!

Agent on duty in Clarksville Tennessee - you got it, we are on call and ready to show you any home for sale in the area. With the ability to access the Clarksville TN MLS, we can conduct searches, provide you with competitive market analysis, etc - all you need do is contact us.

This unseasonably warm temperatures certainly will not last, but not to fear! We are much like the Postal Service: Rain, Sleet or Snow will not keep us from helping you to find your perfect Clarksville TN Home!

Have a great day!

Who said the economy is bad? Great news for the Sango area residents of our great city. Set to open on December 8th, the Blue Note Coffee, Bagel and Sandwich Company will open its doors to many eager customers in the Sango/Clarksville community. Located at 3371 Highway 41A South (Madison Street in Sango), it is just minutes away from the Walmart shopping center and will offer WiFi for the customers. To read more, please see the article written by Christine Anne Piesyk: Blue Note strikes new chord in Clarkville

I look forward to sampling the gourmet bagels and other delicatessens.

Regards

Tim and Pam Cash
Crye-Leike Realtors
931-338-1375 or 931-436-7617


The Cash Team - Making dreams come true one home at a time. Proudly serving the citizens of Clarksville and the Soldiers of Fort Campbell. To view available Clarksville properties, please visit our website at www.cashsofclarksville.com or email us at thecashteam@cashsofclarksville.com and we will run a custom search for you. Finding you and yours the perfect property in Clarksville Tennessee and surrounding areas is our goal.