There are areas of Houston that are scary in the day time. At night only the fool hardy and the criminals venture forth. Economic circumstances have put many good people in harm’s way. Overcrowding, lack of money, no family, drugs, and alcohol have all contributed to making some areas undesirable. You do not want to buy a home in a high crime area. As a realtor, my most moving experience was with a client I will call Big Tex. He was at least 6 feet 4 inches tall with arms that superman would have envied. Big Tex … [Read more...]
HIGH EXPECTATIONS – PEAK PERFORMANCE
It’s all in a Days work for us. My father taught me that no matter what you do be the best. If you end up being a garbage collector be the best garbage collector. When you go home at the end of the day, you want to know that no matter what happened you gave 100%. Our client centered approach to real estate is nothing more than what my father, Gordon Edge taught me. Treat everyone like a King, understand their needs and help them achieve their goals. We specialize in helping clients throughout the real … [Read more...]
Finding the Home of Your Dreams
Is made easier than ever before with our step by step success plan! Our knowledge of the purchase process and overseeing the entire transaction will make the experience seamless and more enjoyable. We know the schools and historic neighborhoods of Houston inside and out and are available 24/7. OUR PROMISE. You will find the right home. You will not pay more than the home is worth. We will be available to answer your questions. Contact us today. We'd love to help you achieve your dreams of home … [Read more...]
Look what I can do for you – Before you leap to just any Realtor
Provide you with unbeatable IDX searches (not your standard MLS searches) and the best website for information. Get the most listing exposure for your house with featured listing management. Provide the latest tools to help you with your real estate transaction. Allow you to monitor your transaction electronically and notify you when tasks are scheduled and completed. Offer advise and information which is relevant and meaningful. Utilize technology we developed for the latest devices and … [Read more...]
Blow Away the Competition with a Godfather Offer
"I'll make him an offer he can't refuse." This is, perhaps, one of the most well-known quotes in movie history. Even people who have never seen The Godfather have heard this line from the iconic 1970s movie. But what does this have to do with Houston real estate? The market is changing, and for those interested in purchasing new constructions, learning to make "The Godfather Offer" is going to mean the difference between having an offer accepted, and having it ignored. Understanding Current Houston Real Estate … [Read more...]
E & O Insurance: Protects Realtors and their Clients
Errors and omissions insurance protect brokers against frivolous lawsuits and large judgments. Many brokers such as Bill Edge believe it is a cost of doing business which is well worth the investment. Other Brokers think the cost is too high in relationship to the small risk of being sued. And that attorneys are not going to waste their time suing someone without insurance. I use E & O as a sales tool when making my presentation to future client. While we do our best to give everyone the utmost best … [Read more...]
How do I buy a Tax Foreclosure
The Harris County Tax sale resembles a carnival where property listings are auctioned off to pay for taxes owed by the owner. You see Ex-Enron traders, professional home re-modelers, wide eyed novices, and even investors flying in from out of town running madly around a city block with excel spread sheets in their hands. Everyone has their secret formula to success which they are guarding with their lives. The most important thing to realize is that the professionals have figured out a maximum price they will … [Read more...]
Reasons why your Realtor works for You!
Taking care of your clients is the number one priority of every successful realtor. Realtors who let the commission guide them in their decisions quickly find themselves out of business. Experienced realtors know that the secret to their success is in protecting the interests of their clients. I like to say that every successful Realtor follows the 5 R’s The 5’Rs REPEAT BUSINESS. It can cost thousands of dollars in advertising to get a client. Statistics say that people buy or sell their home every 5 ½ … [Read more...]
How Houston Realtor Makes Use of Latest Transaction Management Software
Houston Inner Loop Realtor Bill Edge is committed to providing the most effective and technologically current resources to his clients. He uses HAR ETS, a electronic transaction solution (ETS) which allows the buyer or seller to view their transactions electronically. Bob Hale, President and Chief Operating officer of the Houston Association of Realtors (HAR) said “from listing to closing 92% of the consumers want to see transaction management.” Bill was a contributor to the software’s functionality and shared his … [Read more...]
Without question, buyers expect more from their realtor today
Clients are tech savvy. By the time we talk to them for the first time, they are likely to know more about the market and what’s available than even just a few years ago. We are no longer their sole source of information on a property or the market. That doesn’t diminish our role, it enhances it. The speed of communications today makes it more important than ever to work with an agent that understands the significance of technology in today’s real estate market. Instant communication is not a part of customer … [Read more...]