The MLS, HAR, and the internet portals such as Zillow all have one thing in common. They use jpg pictures to showcase homes. They string these pictures together and call them a video tour. Realtors smile and say look what I have done for you the seller. I have added a video tour which the buyer can see showcasing your listing. Friends, that is nothing more than the group of pictures which follow each other. The addition of soothing music in the background and a commentary does nothing to change the … [Read more...]
The Key to Selling Your Home Is Not What You Think
What sells homes in today's market? Is it carefully staging the property so it appeals to more buyers? Is it carefully cleaning before open houses and showings? Those things help, but to get top dollar you need a top realtor. Why? Because selling your home comes down to one thing – knowledgeable marketing. When you work with our expert marketing team, we will work every aspect of the marketing process. This starts with setting the right price. You need to price your home competitively so it will sell quickly. … [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...]
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...]
To get TOP DOLLAR for your home….You need a TOP REALTOR!
Marketing sells homes. The goal is to get buyers to preview your home on their iPads, cell phones, and PC’s and then make an appointment to see your home. We will give you staging advice, advertise in newspapers, print flyers, professional photos, direct mail, video of your home, floor plans, social media, open houses, and provide weekly feedback. The sale will be based upon a combination of these marketing methods. Remember the highest price is not always the best price. We will give you a range and you … [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...]
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 to Determine the Value of a Home
When purchasing a home, price is usually a major factor. Buyers need to consider today’s value as well as future potential. Inner loop realtor Bill Edge says that a home is worth what a qualified buyer will pay for it. When sellers price their homes too high, they reduce the home’s appeal to potential buyers. Sellers who prepare for market by pricing their homes competitively are more likely to achieve the greatest success when marketing their property. The following four ways to value a home can help … [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...]
Buying or Selling: What to do after a Home Inspection
Whether you are buying or selling a property, you can get overly excited when an initial offered is tendered. Both sides are asking questions like is it too high, or too low? Will they counter, or will the offer upset them and will they walk away? It is part psychology, part business, part competitiveness, and partly exciting. It may be stressful, but keep in mind that at least in Texas, the initial offer is just the first part of the process. In Texas real estate buyers have two chances to negotiate when … [Read more...]