So what are the secrets?
1. Have a basic landing page or website
If you do not have a decent looking website these days, you are missing out. It is like your own talking business card and is VERY important if you want to market something as people can view it on their own time. That's why the Home Seller Assist site created by John Alexander is rising so quickly in the rankings.
2. Watch what your competition is doing
Learn about your competition. If they are not successful then by all means do NOT do what they are doing, but if they are, then just do the same thing that they are doing if you can. Now this does not apply to Google Pay Per click because if you simply copy their ad, chances are that you will pay 3 times more than your competition if they know what they are doing. Pay Per Click is one of the hardest things to understand and you actually get penalized for not knowing how to do it right. Comes right out of your wallet!
3. Use Social Networking Sites Correctly
You can really advertise your business and get a lot of exposure using social sites such as this one, but you have to know how to use them correctly and unfortunately 98% of the members have no idea how to. Most people seem to think that blasting your advertisement to every member is the way to go, so they pound through the community posting on all of our pages just talking only about their business and giving their links and how you may get someone once in a while, that method usually just upsets people and they delete your comment and lose a little respect for you.
Learn how to do this correctly and you will see how successful of a method it can be.
John Alexander covered this on our last training call.
4. Read and Comment on Blogs
There are Blogs on the internet now that cover just about any category and topic that you could ever imagine. I have many that I read on a daily basis and in doing so, I have created MANY friends who always end up getting into the discussion about what I do for money and that is when and ONLY then that I even get into that. I don't just go to a Blog and throw out my link trying to sucker people into clicking on it. Would you not rather have people looking at your business who are really interested?
5. Advertise Locally
This is probably one of the most important of the 5 because it is the most effective. It is also the least used and probably has to do with why it is so effective. People seem to think that because their product or opportunity are global in scale that they need to always advertise nationally etc. but that could not be farther from the truth. One can place very cheap ads for the We Provide The Cash program in they free weekly papers in your area.
If you focus on your local market, you do not have as much competition and you will already have a commonality with your prospects because you will be from the same area. It is also better for meeting people locally and getting community exposure for your business which is VERY important!
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
Monday, December 29, 2008
Money
"Money is not a THING its energy." - Matt Furey
This made me stop to think, when pondering I found this statement incredibly profound and true.
I immediately drew a parallel to network marketing.
When your energy and excitement ishigh so is your business, when you relax so does the growth of your dowline.
It's not all math and conversions, there is a REAL human element to your business, be sure not to neglect it.
This made me stop to think, when pondering I found this statement incredibly profound and true.
I immediately drew a parallel to network marketing.
When your energy and excitement ishigh so is your business, when you relax so does the growth of your dowline.
It's not all math and conversions, there is a REAL human element to your business, be sure not to neglect it.
Saturday, December 27, 2008
What were your greatest accomplishments in 2008?
Even if 2008 was the worst year of your life, odds are, if you look hard enough, there's something somewhere to be proud of. If 2008 was a great year for you, that makes answering this question even easier.
After you've listed all your accomplishments, go back to them. This time through, identify several takeaways for each one - what you learned from or were reminded of by it.
For me, it was joining the Home Seller Assist program created by John Alexander and also known as We Provide The Cash. No business has ever worked this great for me and on a consistent basis.
After you've listed all your accomplishments, go back to them. This time through, identify several takeaways for each one - what you learned from or were reminded of by it.
For me, it was joining the Home Seller Assist program created by John Alexander and also known as We Provide The Cash. No business has ever worked this great for me and on a consistent basis.
Friday, December 26, 2008
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Giving
By Zig Ziglar
Give what you've got. Agnes W. Thomas tells the story of what happened when her next door neighbor died and left a fourteen year old daughter named Amy who was often alone when her father was at work. "Amy spent much of her after school time in my apartment, so I decided to teach her how to crochet.
"Over the years we spent many happy hours together as we worked. One Christmas we called a local nursing home and asked if they had any residents who would not be receiving gifts at Christmas. Amy and I took our crocheted lap robes to these people on Christmas Eve.
"The following year Amy married and moved away and later when she came back to our area with her beautiful, red haired baby girl, she called and asked if I planned to visit the nursing home on Christmas Eve. 'I want to be with you,' she said, 'but I haven't had any time to crochet since Jennifer was born, so I don't have any gifts to take them.' 'That's all right,' I said, 'you can help me take mine.' 'No, I have a better idea,' she said, 'I'll take my greatest treasure - my baby.'
"Great merriment appeared on the faces of the elderly people when we walked into the room with that beautiful baby. 'Oh, she looks just like my daughter did when she was a baby,' exclaimed one of the residents. 'May I hold her?' asked another. Jennifer was passed around like a doll.
"That baby brought more joy and laughter than all of my crocheted lap robes. Amy was happy too. 'They really liked my baby, didn't they?' she asked as we left the building. 'To make people happy, I guess you just give what you have.'"
How true. The human spirit is encouraged by the love and concern of another person, and what could be more encouraging and delightful to the elderly than holding an innocent baby? That's a real gift any time of year. Give it a try and I'll SEE YOU OVER THE TOP!
Zig Ziglar is a motivator and teacher. He is the author of 27 books and loved by millions of people world wide for his practical wisdom and his gift of hope.
Give what you've got. Agnes W. Thomas tells the story of what happened when her next door neighbor died and left a fourteen year old daughter named Amy who was often alone when her father was at work. "Amy spent much of her after school time in my apartment, so I decided to teach her how to crochet.
"Over the years we spent many happy hours together as we worked. One Christmas we called a local nursing home and asked if they had any residents who would not be receiving gifts at Christmas. Amy and I took our crocheted lap robes to these people on Christmas Eve.
"The following year Amy married and moved away and later when she came back to our area with her beautiful, red haired baby girl, she called and asked if I planned to visit the nursing home on Christmas Eve. 'I want to be with you,' she said, 'but I haven't had any time to crochet since Jennifer was born, so I don't have any gifts to take them.' 'That's all right,' I said, 'you can help me take mine.' 'No, I have a better idea,' she said, 'I'll take my greatest treasure - my baby.'
"Great merriment appeared on the faces of the elderly people when we walked into the room with that beautiful baby. 'Oh, she looks just like my daughter did when she was a baby,' exclaimed one of the residents. 'May I hold her?' asked another. Jennifer was passed around like a doll.
"That baby brought more joy and laughter than all of my crocheted lap robes. Amy was happy too. 'They really liked my baby, didn't they?' she asked as we left the building. 'To make people happy, I guess you just give what you have.'"
How true. The human spirit is encouraged by the love and concern of another person, and what could be more encouraging and delightful to the elderly than holding an innocent baby? That's a real gift any time of year. Give it a try and I'll SEE YOU OVER THE TOP!
Zig Ziglar is a motivator and teacher. He is the author of 27 books and loved by millions of people world wide for his practical wisdom and his gift of hope.
Monday, December 22, 2008
Why Current Market Conditions Shouldn't Stop You From Buying Real Estate
By Julie Broad
Seven years ago, the real estate market where I live - the west coast of Canada - was in a serious slump. Crushed by the Asian crisis of the late 1990s, the Greater Vancouver area just couldn't seem to rally back. Houses languished on the market, and often slipped into foreclosure. Price reductions were the norm. It was a tough time.
It was also when my husband and I began our real estate investing partnership.
The market was scary, but we didn't worry much about that. We focused on our objectives and on finding a deal that worked for us. We wanted to buy a rental property in a decent area that would put a little money in our pockets every month. We looked for deals in areas within walking distance of schools, near shopping centers, and around transportation options.
Finally, we found a large duplex, sitting on top of a fairly steep driveway. It had been on the market for over 15 months, going from $199,000 to $179,000 to $169,000 and then slipping into foreclosure. We picked it up in court for $159,000. And within 12 months, our income from that investment was $300 per month. Since then, the rents have almost doubled, and the property value is well over $300,000.
It's easy to mistake the incredible turnaround made by that market for good timing on our part. But it wasn't. The reality is that we did very well on our purchase because we had a plan with a clear set of objectives - and we stuck to that plan. We focused on the deal, and didn't worry about the market.
These days, real estate investing once again seems like a scary thing to do - and it is if you are trying to time the market or hoping to make a quick buck. But if you need reassurance, remember what Warren Buffett has often been quoted as saying: "Be fearful when others are greedy and greedy when others are fearful."
Set specific objectives for what to look for in a property, and don't diverge from your course - no matter what the market does. It's the clearest way to make the best possible real estate deals. Get more profit-producing real estate secrets from some of the world's leading specialists right here.
Seven years ago, the real estate market where I live - the west coast of Canada - was in a serious slump. Crushed by the Asian crisis of the late 1990s, the Greater Vancouver area just couldn't seem to rally back. Houses languished on the market, and often slipped into foreclosure. Price reductions were the norm. It was a tough time.
It was also when my husband and I began our real estate investing partnership.
The market was scary, but we didn't worry much about that. We focused on our objectives and on finding a deal that worked for us. We wanted to buy a rental property in a decent area that would put a little money in our pockets every month. We looked for deals in areas within walking distance of schools, near shopping centers, and around transportation options.
Finally, we found a large duplex, sitting on top of a fairly steep driveway. It had been on the market for over 15 months, going from $199,000 to $179,000 to $169,000 and then slipping into foreclosure. We picked it up in court for $159,000. And within 12 months, our income from that investment was $300 per month. Since then, the rents have almost doubled, and the property value is well over $300,000.
It's easy to mistake the incredible turnaround made by that market for good timing on our part. But it wasn't. The reality is that we did very well on our purchase because we had a plan with a clear set of objectives - and we stuck to that plan. We focused on the deal, and didn't worry about the market.
These days, real estate investing once again seems like a scary thing to do - and it is if you are trying to time the market or hoping to make a quick buck. But if you need reassurance, remember what Warren Buffett has often been quoted as saying: "Be fearful when others are greedy and greedy when others are fearful."
Set specific objectives for what to look for in a property, and don't diverge from your course - no matter what the market does. It's the clearest way to make the best possible real estate deals. Get more profit-producing real estate secrets from some of the world's leading specialists right here.
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Change
By Zig Ziglar
Change can be good for you. In today's world of societal and corporate change, job security is a thing of the past. While we must face the fact that change is inevitable, we should also realize that many changes are positive and benefit both individuals and businesses.
Some things you can change and some you can't. You cannot change when you were born, where you were born, how you were born or to whom you were born. It's a fact that if you were born white you will stay white and if you were born black you will remain black.
It's a fact that you cannot change a single event that has already happened. You can't change one whisper of yesterday. Tomorrow, however, is an entirely different matter. If you're willing to change your thinking today, you can change your life and your living to make your tomorrows better and brighter.
Example: As a student at Yazoo City High School in Mississippi, table tennis was one of my favorite sports. Frankly, I could beat most of my buddies at that particular sport. Then a new kid came to town and he beat me regularly. I was using the old three-finger grip; he was using the new "handshake" grip. I felt that I was playing as well as I could with the grip I was using so I changed to the "handshake" grip. Initial results were disastrous. My buddies beat me like a drum. But after a couple of weeks I started winning and eventually was able to beat the "new kid in town." I'm convinced there was no way I could have done that without changing my grip, though I actually got worse at first.
Message: Analyze your situation. Have you gone as far as you can go and are you doing as well as you can with present procedures? If so, don't be afraid to take two steps back if it will enable you to move three steps forward. Make those changes and I'll SEE YOU AT THE TOP!
Zig Ziglar is a motivator and teacher. He is the author of 27 books and loved by millions of people world wide for his practical wisdom and his gift of hope.
To make a change now, we suggest you consider the Home Seller Assist program created by John Alexander, also known as We Provide The Cash, this system is sweeping the nation.
Change can be good for you. In today's world of societal and corporate change, job security is a thing of the past. While we must face the fact that change is inevitable, we should also realize that many changes are positive and benefit both individuals and businesses.
Some things you can change and some you can't. You cannot change when you were born, where you were born, how you were born or to whom you were born. It's a fact that if you were born white you will stay white and if you were born black you will remain black.
It's a fact that you cannot change a single event that has already happened. You can't change one whisper of yesterday. Tomorrow, however, is an entirely different matter. If you're willing to change your thinking today, you can change your life and your living to make your tomorrows better and brighter.
Example: As a student at Yazoo City High School in Mississippi, table tennis was one of my favorite sports. Frankly, I could beat most of my buddies at that particular sport. Then a new kid came to town and he beat me regularly. I was using the old three-finger grip; he was using the new "handshake" grip. I felt that I was playing as well as I could with the grip I was using so I changed to the "handshake" grip. Initial results were disastrous. My buddies beat me like a drum. But after a couple of weeks I started winning and eventually was able to beat the "new kid in town." I'm convinced there was no way I could have done that without changing my grip, though I actually got worse at first.
Message: Analyze your situation. Have you gone as far as you can go and are you doing as well as you can with present procedures? If so, don't be afraid to take two steps back if it will enable you to move three steps forward. Make those changes and I'll SEE YOU AT THE TOP!
Zig Ziglar is a motivator and teacher. He is the author of 27 books and loved by millions of people world wide for his practical wisdom and his gift of hope.
To make a change now, we suggest you consider the Home Seller Assist program created by John Alexander, also known as We Provide The Cash, this system is sweeping the nation.
Monday, December 15, 2008
7 things you must know about your customers:
1. Their Name- Nothing speaks to an individual faster than their first name. Use it to build your relationship with your customer.
2. What They've Purchased- If you know what your customers purchased in the past, you have a good idea what they will buy again. (And won't waste your time promoting products of little to no interest.)
3. How Often They Purchase- Individuals who buy rarely from you may need additional encouragement? Whereas, consistent customers may not need extra sales pitches, but might benefit from a newsletter or coupon.
4. How Much They Spend (on average)- Why spend precious time pitching products to customers that they can't afford? It might embarrass your customer, shows your lack of personal interest, and may cause customers to lose interest.
5. The Last Time They Purchased- Have you lost a customer without even knowing it? Who's still loyal? Who has strayed (and needs to be brought back)?
6. Each Interaction You've Had With Them- Documentation is important for obvious reasons. But being able to "recall" previous conversations will make your customer feel important and appreciated.
7. How They Feel About Your Business- Feedback from your customers is the best way to improve your products/services, meet your customers needs, and attract more customers.
Note: Remembering each of your customers and all of these details about them is impossible. Be sure to keep an accurate database that can easily store and retrieve this information for you--and make you look like a star to your customers!
2. What They've Purchased- If you know what your customers purchased in the past, you have a good idea what they will buy again. (And won't waste your time promoting products of little to no interest.)
3. How Often They Purchase- Individuals who buy rarely from you may need additional encouragement? Whereas, consistent customers may not need extra sales pitches, but might benefit from a newsletter or coupon.
4. How Much They Spend (on average)- Why spend precious time pitching products to customers that they can't afford? It might embarrass your customer, shows your lack of personal interest, and may cause customers to lose interest.
5. The Last Time They Purchased- Have you lost a customer without even knowing it? Who's still loyal? Who has strayed (and needs to be brought back)?
6. Each Interaction You've Had With Them- Documentation is important for obvious reasons. But being able to "recall" previous conversations will make your customer feel important and appreciated.
7. How They Feel About Your Business- Feedback from your customers is the best way to improve your products/services, meet your customers needs, and attract more customers.
Note: Remembering each of your customers and all of these details about them is impossible. Be sure to keep an accurate database that can easily store and retrieve this information for you--and make you look like a star to your customers!
Saturday, December 13, 2008
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
3 Thoughts on Selling Your Home in a Buyers Market
Like a bad cold spreads around a school, the listing virus is hitting my neighbourhood. Every month another one of the 32 units in our townhome complex goes on the market. And every month, it's just another sign to add to the post because nothing has sold in our complex for months! Now we have four units in a 32 unit complex for sale, when just over 2 years ago there were bidding wars for the same units.
What's the problem? Why are none of these desirable units selling? Besides the rampant skunk population which is real pain for us dog owners, the issue comes down to the need for the sellers to adjust their expectations of what is realistic.
If you have to sell your house right now, here's how to make sure you find a buyer:
Adjust your expectations - Your place needs to be priced reasonably. I am not suggesting you give it away, but be reasonable. If the area comparables are showing recent sales for $500,000 list at $499,000. Don't list at $540,000. In talking with our neighbours it seems they think that after a couple of months prices will increase to what they are asking. I've tried explaining that prices are adjusting and by letting their property languish overpriced on the market for so long they are sending bad signals to buyers, but they still believe their place will sell for more than the last place sold for in our complex.
Clean Your House - We go to almost every open house in our area. The number of times I have gone into an open house and winced at the smell, seen a dirty sink of dishes or had to look at dirty laundry is astounding! If you actually want to sell your house, make someone want to live there!
Make a back up Plan - If you are moving because you HAVE to (new job somewhere too far away, your family is getting too big for the house, you can't stand another skunk on your front porch in the evening), don't buy another house until you've sold this one. I've watched a few people carry two mortgages waiting on pins and needles for their first home to sell and it's not fun. Why add stress to your life with two mortgages? Of course, if it were me, I would try to keep home 1 as a rental property and when the market is better, then I would sell it. But not everyone wants to be a real estate investor.
There is turmoil in the market, but there are still people looking to buy homes. You can still sell your property and make some decent money on it but you have to be reasonable. Buyers today are nervous, and the media is feeding their fears with a frenzy. Ease the nervous buyer with a nice clean house that is reasonably priced. And keep your own stress level to a minimum by making back up plans just in case your house doesn't sell.
Julie is passionate about real estate investing. With dozens of articles published on the subject, and a free monthly newsletter - there is lots to read about at her website http://www.revnyou.com
When you sign up for her monthly newsletter you'll also receive a free starter tips guide where you'll learn:
* Three easy ways to make money in real estate (so easy you'll be making money while you sleep!)
* How to buy properties in Canada with limited cash,
* Your property type
* The easiest way to get financing,
* How to select a location and begin the search for your next (or first) property purchase.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Julie_A_Broad
What's the problem? Why are none of these desirable units selling? Besides the rampant skunk population which is real pain for us dog owners, the issue comes down to the need for the sellers to adjust their expectations of what is realistic.
If you have to sell your house right now, here's how to make sure you find a buyer:
Adjust your expectations - Your place needs to be priced reasonably. I am not suggesting you give it away, but be reasonable. If the area comparables are showing recent sales for $500,000 list at $499,000. Don't list at $540,000. In talking with our neighbours it seems they think that after a couple of months prices will increase to what they are asking. I've tried explaining that prices are adjusting and by letting their property languish overpriced on the market for so long they are sending bad signals to buyers, but they still believe their place will sell for more than the last place sold for in our complex.
Clean Your House - We go to almost every open house in our area. The number of times I have gone into an open house and winced at the smell, seen a dirty sink of dishes or had to look at dirty laundry is astounding! If you actually want to sell your house, make someone want to live there!
Make a back up Plan - If you are moving because you HAVE to (new job somewhere too far away, your family is getting too big for the house, you can't stand another skunk on your front porch in the evening), don't buy another house until you've sold this one. I've watched a few people carry two mortgages waiting on pins and needles for their first home to sell and it's not fun. Why add stress to your life with two mortgages? Of course, if it were me, I would try to keep home 1 as a rental property and when the market is better, then I would sell it. But not everyone wants to be a real estate investor.
There is turmoil in the market, but there are still people looking to buy homes. You can still sell your property and make some decent money on it but you have to be reasonable. Buyers today are nervous, and the media is feeding their fears with a frenzy. Ease the nervous buyer with a nice clean house that is reasonably priced. And keep your own stress level to a minimum by making back up plans just in case your house doesn't sell.
Julie is passionate about real estate investing. With dozens of articles published on the subject, and a free monthly newsletter - there is lots to read about at her website http://www.revnyou.com
When you sign up for her monthly newsletter you'll also receive a free starter tips guide where you'll learn:
* Three easy ways to make money in real estate (so easy you'll be making money while you sleep!)
* How to buy properties in Canada with limited cash,
* Your property type
* The easiest way to get financing,
* How to select a location and begin the search for your next (or first) property purchase.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Julie_A_Broad
How to Sell Your House When You Need To
There are a thousand reasons that people want to buy and sell their houses. They may need to relocate for work or family obligations. They may have fallen behind in payments. They may be overwhelmed with the number of repairs needed. They may get married and need only one house or divorced and need to sell for the equity. Whatever the reason, if you find yourself wanting to sell, you may be asking yourself, "How can I sell my house quickly?"
The answer to that question depends on the real estate market and the general economy in your area, but even in a slow market it is still quite possible to sell your home. You should remember and take to heart the following tips when listing your home.
Make the price right. A house in a "good neighborhood" will sell more quickly if you price it correctly. If you want to sell more quickly than others in your area, price your home below comparable homes, but don't "give it away." If you ask too low a price, it may send out a red flag that makes buyers wonder what major thing is wrong with the house.
Market, market, market. Advertising is paramount and worth the cost. If no one knows your house is for sale, how can you sell it? Don't be limited to just your general area, either. Lots of sales are made from people who live in other states and want to relocate or invest.
Consider creative financing options or be willing to rent-to-own if you can.
Finally, contact an agency that specializes in investing in real estate and offers cash purchases at a reduced rate for an especially fast answer to your question, "How can I sell my house quickly?"
Want to sell your house and you can't? They say it's a buyers market and you're just plain out of luck. Listen, you can sell your house quickly no matter the market because you need to get it done.
Go here for more information: http://quickly-sellhouse.blogspot.com/2008/12/quickly-sell-house-review-of-sold-in-21.html.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=John_Purfield
The answer to that question depends on the real estate market and the general economy in your area, but even in a slow market it is still quite possible to sell your home. You should remember and take to heart the following tips when listing your home.
Make the price right. A house in a "good neighborhood" will sell more quickly if you price it correctly. If you want to sell more quickly than others in your area, price your home below comparable homes, but don't "give it away." If you ask too low a price, it may send out a red flag that makes buyers wonder what major thing is wrong with the house.
Market, market, market. Advertising is paramount and worth the cost. If no one knows your house is for sale, how can you sell it? Don't be limited to just your general area, either. Lots of sales are made from people who live in other states and want to relocate or invest.
Consider creative financing options or be willing to rent-to-own if you can.
Finally, contact an agency that specializes in investing in real estate and offers cash purchases at a reduced rate for an especially fast answer to your question, "How can I sell my house quickly?"
Want to sell your house and you can't? They say it's a buyers market and you're just plain out of luck. Listen, you can sell your house quickly no matter the market because you need to get it done.
Go here for more information: http://quickly-sellhouse.blogspot.com/2008/12/quickly-sell-house-review-of-sold-in-21.html.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=John_Purfield
Three Ways to Sell Your Home in a Down Economy
Got the Real Estate blues? Do you believe that things are not working in your favor because of today's economy? Or, is it that you believe you've taken all the right steps to get your home sold and have had no luck with finding a buyer? Well, the information contained in this article may very well help you to overcome the "Real Estate Blues"!
As with any business or service, it's all about the marketing. What do you think all of the big corporations, franchises or department stores do when they want to promote an idea? They brainstorm ways to attract business or customers to their event. Now, you may be saying to yourself, "I knew that". But the big question is HOW...How do they come up with such compelling campaigns to draw in the masses? That's where we will begin.
If you're trying to market a product or service, you have to ask yourself some very tough questions. Such as: "If I were the target audience, what is it about me that they are looking for?"; "If I were the target audience, what would I expect/want to see?" and "If I were the target audience, what would compel me to buy?" We're going to take a closer look at each of these, one at a time.
First, let's look at "if you were the target audience, what is it about you that they are looking for". In other words, what characteristics to you possess that corporations, franchises or department stores want to capitalize on. Here's where introspection comes into play. You have to know what makes you tick; what gets you excited or intrigued, what catches your attention! Are you one that likes the finer things in life? Are you one that like to mix & match to give it your personal touch? What brings you the most fulfillment? Is it having things already laid out for you, requiring little work on your part? Or, do you like the handyman's special? Also, examine your personality type or your social life. All of these "characteristics" can come into play when your objective is to target a particular audience. Think outside of the box and ask yourself, "When it comes to Real Estate and if I were the buyer, what would be my standard for purchasing my next home? What are some of the qualities or "characteristics" a home should possess in order to cause me to buy it".
Second, ask yourself "If I were the target audience, what would I expect/want to see?" What catches your eye? Is it the colors of the ad or the headline used in the advertisement? Maybe, it was their attention to detail or their expertise of that particular item/product that's for sale. If these key factors are important to you, then they're probably important to someone else. Hone in on those concerns, do your research and use them to cater to the needs, wants or desires of your potential buyer.
Lastly, ask yourself "If I were the target audience, what would compel me to buy?" If it's an open floor plan that you have, USE IT in your marketing. If it's having lots of storage space that you like, USE IT in your marketing. If it's upgraded appliances, then USE IT in your marketing. Anything that you believe will draw your optimal buyer "in", USE IT! Whatever you feel captures your interest, then use that to capture your target audience.
If you utilize each of these tactics, then I can guarantee that today's economy will have NO impact your ability to sell Real Estate in a Down Market.
Brought to you by:
J. S. King
Destine 4 Change, LLC
"Real Estate Investors helping others "change" spaces, one house at a time!"
http://www.destine4change.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=J._S._King
As with any business or service, it's all about the marketing. What do you think all of the big corporations, franchises or department stores do when they want to promote an idea? They brainstorm ways to attract business or customers to their event. Now, you may be saying to yourself, "I knew that". But the big question is HOW...How do they come up with such compelling campaigns to draw in the masses? That's where we will begin.
If you're trying to market a product or service, you have to ask yourself some very tough questions. Such as: "If I were the target audience, what is it about me that they are looking for?"; "If I were the target audience, what would I expect/want to see?" and "If I were the target audience, what would compel me to buy?" We're going to take a closer look at each of these, one at a time.
First, let's look at "if you were the target audience, what is it about you that they are looking for". In other words, what characteristics to you possess that corporations, franchises or department stores want to capitalize on. Here's where introspection comes into play. You have to know what makes you tick; what gets you excited or intrigued, what catches your attention! Are you one that likes the finer things in life? Are you one that like to mix & match to give it your personal touch? What brings you the most fulfillment? Is it having things already laid out for you, requiring little work on your part? Or, do you like the handyman's special? Also, examine your personality type or your social life. All of these "characteristics" can come into play when your objective is to target a particular audience. Think outside of the box and ask yourself, "When it comes to Real Estate and if I were the buyer, what would be my standard for purchasing my next home? What are some of the qualities or "characteristics" a home should possess in order to cause me to buy it".
Second, ask yourself "If I were the target audience, what would I expect/want to see?" What catches your eye? Is it the colors of the ad or the headline used in the advertisement? Maybe, it was their attention to detail or their expertise of that particular item/product that's for sale. If these key factors are important to you, then they're probably important to someone else. Hone in on those concerns, do your research and use them to cater to the needs, wants or desires of your potential buyer.
Lastly, ask yourself "If I were the target audience, what would compel me to buy?" If it's an open floor plan that you have, USE IT in your marketing. If it's having lots of storage space that you like, USE IT in your marketing. If it's upgraded appliances, then USE IT in your marketing. Anything that you believe will draw your optimal buyer "in", USE IT! Whatever you feel captures your interest, then use that to capture your target audience.
If you utilize each of these tactics, then I can guarantee that today's economy will have NO impact your ability to sell Real Estate in a Down Market.
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Destine 4 Change, LLC
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Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=J._S._King
Sell Your House Fast by Using Emotions!
The truth is that when people actually go into a home to decide whether or not to buy it, the choice is not made by logic such as space, price, etc. The choice is made with their emotions! People will actually fall in love with a home, or they will not - and find different reasons NOT to buy the house. So, your goal is to use emotions to help sell your house fast; make them fall in love with it.
Give the Best First Impression Ever -
The first impression a potential homebuyer will have of your home is from the curb. This is why 'curb appeal' is so important! Use this first impression and make it a great one. Make sure your home looks beautiful from the outside. Is the lawn manicured nicely? Is the exterior of the home clean, freshly painted and welcoming? Perhaps it's time the exterior walls were repainted, making use of gorgeous wall and trim colors to create a great first impression. By ensuring that the house looks wonderful from the curb, you can increase the chances that your home will sell quickly.
Create a Great Focal Point -
Another thing you can do to make the first impression great is to create a focal point for potential homebuyers. If you have already ensured that the exterior walls and trim look amazing, consider painting your door another color. Would a red door look good with the existing wall colors? Research shows that having a red door creates a beautiful focal point from the curb, providing that red goes well with the existing colors - tan, beige, ivory, grey, etc. You might also frame the door with tall, beautiful plants on either side. Creating a focal point is a great way to increase the beauty that potential homebuyers see from the curb.
Maintaining Unity -
This is something a lot of people don't think about. Your home needs to blend well with the homes in the neighborhood so it doesn't stick out or seem like it doesn't belong. For instance, if you live in a neighborhood in a coastal town and the houses around you are painted pastel and beach colors like peach, sky blue and other airy, light colors - painting your home forest green or deep blue will probably make it stick out. While you don't have to match your paint to that of your neighbor, make sure it blends well and creates unity. In the case of those pastel colored homes, a warm and light yellow or sage green would do nicely!
By making sure that your home looks amazing from the outside, you will make a positive first impression on potential homebuyers. If the house blends well with the other houses in the neighborhood, people will get the impression that your home is 'nestled' into its surroundings. Just simple things like this can make a huge difference when you want to sell your house fast. Good luck!
If you're sick and tired of waiting for your house to sell, perhaps examining other options is a good idea. Learn how to sell your house quickly and forget about waiting any longer. Visit http://www.sellhousequick.info today to learn new techniques and tricks to sell your house quickly.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Kristiana_Jones
Give the Best First Impression Ever -
The first impression a potential homebuyer will have of your home is from the curb. This is why 'curb appeal' is so important! Use this first impression and make it a great one. Make sure your home looks beautiful from the outside. Is the lawn manicured nicely? Is the exterior of the home clean, freshly painted and welcoming? Perhaps it's time the exterior walls were repainted, making use of gorgeous wall and trim colors to create a great first impression. By ensuring that the house looks wonderful from the curb, you can increase the chances that your home will sell quickly.
Create a Great Focal Point -
Another thing you can do to make the first impression great is to create a focal point for potential homebuyers. If you have already ensured that the exterior walls and trim look amazing, consider painting your door another color. Would a red door look good with the existing wall colors? Research shows that having a red door creates a beautiful focal point from the curb, providing that red goes well with the existing colors - tan, beige, ivory, grey, etc. You might also frame the door with tall, beautiful plants on either side. Creating a focal point is a great way to increase the beauty that potential homebuyers see from the curb.
Maintaining Unity -
This is something a lot of people don't think about. Your home needs to blend well with the homes in the neighborhood so it doesn't stick out or seem like it doesn't belong. For instance, if you live in a neighborhood in a coastal town and the houses around you are painted pastel and beach colors like peach, sky blue and other airy, light colors - painting your home forest green or deep blue will probably make it stick out. While you don't have to match your paint to that of your neighbor, make sure it blends well and creates unity. In the case of those pastel colored homes, a warm and light yellow or sage green would do nicely!
By making sure that your home looks amazing from the outside, you will make a positive first impression on potential homebuyers. If the house blends well with the other houses in the neighborhood, people will get the impression that your home is 'nestled' into its surroundings. Just simple things like this can make a huge difference when you want to sell your house fast. Good luck!
If you're sick and tired of waiting for your house to sell, perhaps examining other options is a good idea. Learn how to sell your house quickly and forget about waiting any longer. Visit http://www.sellhousequick.info today to learn new techniques and tricks to sell your house quickly.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Kristiana_Jones
Monday, December 8, 2008
Proof of Funds Letters!
Yes, as Platinum Member of HSA, you are entitled to use our Investor’s Private Funds.
Cost to use the funds is 1% plus $300
The fee is paid out of closing!
Which means Nothing is paid uprfront and there are No CREDIT checks!
Now as you may already know, Banks won’t consider your offer on
Short Sales or REO’s without a “Proof of Funds” Letter.
This is the part that stops most investors dead in their tracks…until now.
Here’s a 2 minute video on how to obtain and print out as many of your Proof of Funds Letters as you need:
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It’s time to think big…really BIG!
Larry Potter
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Saturday, December 6, 2008
Anatomy of YOUR Future!
How can you conquer old beliefs about yourself so that...
the promotion you've been wanting could actually fall into your lap?
you could drop the 20 pounds you've been stuck with for the last 2 years?
your bank account could finally be larger than your credit card bill?
your partner in life could actually show up as your partner in life?
Sometimes, all it takes is looking at yourself from a different perspective – one without past mistakes, losses and disagreements. Sometimes it takes living in this moment and a coach who can help you stand in the present and create the future from now... instead of looking at it through the eyes of the past.
It really IS possible to can clear out those old barriers to success and start creating the future of your dreams.
EVERY moment is a new possibility – start living that way NOW!
Consider looking at the Home Seller Assist program created by John Alexander.
You won't be sorry!!!
the promotion you've been wanting could actually fall into your lap?
you could drop the 20 pounds you've been stuck with for the last 2 years?
your bank account could finally be larger than your credit card bill?
your partner in life could actually show up as your partner in life?
Sometimes, all it takes is looking at yourself from a different perspective – one without past mistakes, losses and disagreements. Sometimes it takes living in this moment and a coach who can help you stand in the present and create the future from now... instead of looking at it through the eyes of the past.
It really IS possible to can clear out those old barriers to success and start creating the future of your dreams.
EVERY moment is a new possibility – start living that way NOW!
Consider looking at the Home Seller Assist program created by John Alexander.
You won't be sorry!!!
Thursday, December 4, 2008
The Lesser of Two Evils Technique
Here are the basic steps:
1. Come up with two options for your prospect. Make sure there are logical arguments for both alternatives - but also make that sure the one you prefer is the "Lesser of Two Evils."
2. When you present the options to your prospect, start with the "greater" evil. That way, when you present the option you want him to choose, he will perceive it to be the one he wants.
3. If you've done a good job of making your case, the prospect will make the decision you want him to make almost immediately. If he doesn't jump on it right away, don't try to pressure him. Just sit back and be patient. Remember, the effectiveness of this technique is based on the fact that, psychologically, people like to feel that they are in control of their own decisions. If you push them, it's likely to backfire.
Persuading people to make the choices you want them to make isn't easy. However, if done right, the Lesser of Two Evils approach almost always works. The icing on the cake is that the people you use it with will be happy with the decisions they made "on their own."
Attend Our Call This Evening At 7pm - Central
CONFERENCE CALL:
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1. Come up with two options for your prospect. Make sure there are logical arguments for both alternatives - but also make that sure the one you prefer is the "Lesser of Two Evils."
2. When you present the options to your prospect, start with the "greater" evil. That way, when you present the option you want him to choose, he will perceive it to be the one he wants.
3. If you've done a good job of making your case, the prospect will make the decision you want him to make almost immediately. If he doesn't jump on it right away, don't try to pressure him. Just sit back and be patient. Remember, the effectiveness of this technique is based on the fact that, psychologically, people like to feel that they are in control of their own decisions. If you push them, it's likely to backfire.
Persuading people to make the choices you want them to make isn't easy. However, if done right, the Lesser of Two Evils approach almost always works. The icing on the cake is that the people you use it with will be happy with the decisions they made "on their own."
Attend Our Call This Evening At 7pm - Central
CONFERENCE CALL:
Dial-In #: 1-218-486-7200
Bridge# 702483
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
If you missed the Live Webcast...
...where we introduced the new Asset Finder Program.
We recorded the best parts and will make it
available for your viewing for the next 24 hours at this link...
http://publichsa.s3.amazonaws.com/hsaasset_finders_program_overview.mp4
It's 6 minutes you don't want to miss. To get in on the live
training for this new program join the Platinum level here.
This training will take place on Wed evening at 8:30pm-Central
If the link doesn't open, copy and paste it into your browser and click enter.
Larry Potter, Pres.
KIM-LAR INC
We recorded the best parts and will make it
available for your viewing for the next 24 hours at this link...
http://publichsa.s3.amazonaws.com/hsaasset_finders_program_overview.mp4
It's 6 minutes you don't want to miss. To get in on the live
training for this new program join the Platinum level here.
This training will take place on Wed evening at 8:30pm-Central
If the link doesn't open, copy and paste it into your browser and click enter.
Larry Potter, Pres.
KIM-LAR INC
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