Tyler, TX

The current real estate market is tough but in East Texas, it is not as bad as other areas. We have seen a decline in sales and home values and the unemployment rate is increasing due to some major manufacturing job layoffs.

It has been my experience that Homebuyers are being more selective now and want the most for their money. I always recommend to sellers that they can offer incentives like $500 gas card or plasma TV in lieu of decreasing their listing price. This tactic has worked and is a win-win for both buyers and sellers. Sellers are able to sell their home and help the neighborhood values to stay strong and buyers are not only getting a new home but are gaining a new piece of equipment to go along with their new home.

An incentive that a seller recently offered was a $500 gift card from Brookshires (which could be used to stock the refrigerator or for gas) and a $1500.00 gift card to a Home Improvement store of their choice (Lowe's, Home Depot or Don's TV & Appliances).

The real estate market is getting tough, don't let it knock you out!

I'll bet the last closing gift your client got is something that they no longer use, or have already eaten dinner with that gift card they received. With nothing much to show for it. Nothing to remind them of the Realtor who toured & toiled to find them the perfect home.....

But, what if they got a Scentsy Wickless system from you, their Realtor? They would use it DAILY, and when friends come over and comment on their Scentsy warmer (which, TRUST ME, they will!), they will explain what it is. When asked where they got it.... "Oh, my Realtor gave it to me when we bought our home!". You'll always be in front of your client, and they will gladly pass your name along when friends & family ask about their gift. (There are 45 different warmer designs & over 80 scents available. You can quickly add your information to the bottom of the warmer so your information is always on hand, and put your address labels on the inside of each wax bar container. Each time they open their bars, there you are!)

Stand out from the crowd. Make an impression. And most importantly, help your client protect their new investment. Since 7 out of every 10 households burns candles anyway- why not give them a safe alternative to something they already love to do?? Something that will remind them of YOU!!

Call me- find out more about Scentsy, and ask about my exclusive "Buy 5, Get 1 Free" offer. With scents like "WELCOME HOME" & "HOME SWEET HOME", you can't go wrong!! A Scentsy System is $44.00 (plus shipping) purchased individually, or you can purchase all 5 Scentsy Systems at once for $220.00- and get FREE SHIPPING, plus get a free Scentsy System!!

Stephanie Smith

Scentsy Star Consultant

www.scentedplaces.com

Stephanie@scentedplaces.com

"Come stick your nose in my business!"

(Saturday nights in October and Halloween)

McClendon House

2008 Spirit Tours

806 W. Houston Street in Tyler, Texas

Step back into the history of the Bonner-Whitaker-McClendon House and Tyler. Hear a brief history portrayed by three generations who lived through the life of this majestic house.

Hear the family tales as they relate to Tyler and Texas.

Dates Continuous Tours

Oct. 4 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Oct. 11

Oct. 18 Cost

Oct. 25 $10.00 per person

Oct. 31

For further information or to book a group tour

Call (903) 592-3533

It is said that a picture is worth a thousand words. Then is it true, that the more pictures the better? That truly depends on the quality of the pictures. That is where the expertice of the photographer comes into play. A photographers experience is the primary qualifer. At EleView360 our experience comes from over 40 years that includes, wedding, portrait, event, commercial, insurance, sports, aerial, animal, home portrait, and freelance photography. As a Real Tour Vision dealer our goal is to use our experience and the technology provided by Real Tour Vision to help you market your properties, business or profession to the utmost advantage. Our system produces clear, properly exposed 360 degree panoramic and still shots as well as elevated views of your property or venue.

Wyndel Cummins

www.eleview360.com

Spring has sprung in Tyler, Texas! This weekend starts the 49th annual Azalea and Spring Flower Trail. This is a great time of year because all the flowers are starting to bloom and everything is coming alive! The center of Tyler becomes the focal point of East Texas. The Azalea Trail is located in the part of Tyler known as the Azalea District. It's a area of Tyler that has real red brick streets. Most of the homes were built in the early 1900's. Some are Craftman's, while others have a Victorian flair. But all the homes have huge Azalea bushes with gorgeous pink and white flowers. People come from all over to view these homes and flowers. This year the city of Tyler is predicting 110,000 visitors! As you drive to Tyler from the DFW area you will begin to see the beautiful flowers just as you enter the area east of Canton.

Some of the activities that come along with the Azalea Trails are as follows:

Events for March 27-30

For more information visit www.tylerazaleatrail.com, or call the Tyler Convention and Visitors Bureau toll-free at 800-235-5712.