5 Things to Expect From Real Estate Agents

Buying a home has become more tricky and stressful than a year or so ago, especially for new buyers. In this selling & buying process, a real estate agent is considered a faithful partner and their job are to conduct the transaction diligently with their knowledge of the field and also to honestly complete it with transparency.

In today’s real estate market, every agent has different home selling techniques, different ways to merchandise homes and many different skills & ethics. So choosing an ideal real estate agent is a real difficult task. But don’t worry. We are here to help you. If you haven’t chosen an agent yet, then let’s take a look at the following things that you can expect from your real estate agents when buying or selling a home.

Honesty - Ask your real estate agent for seller’s contact information of their last five deals. Contact them and ask about their experience with the agent. If the agent is unable to provide the contact information of past clients, then it only indicates a dodgy past of client dealings.

Strong Negotiation Skills - A real estate agent should have strong negotiation skills. People may forget the finer points of a negotiation, but they will always remember how they were treated. This builds good will of real estate agents. They should have a strong reputation in the market.

Frequent Communication - In the selling & buying process, it is very important to maintain regular contact. Maintain frequent communication with your real estate agent and they will let you know about new their listings one of which might be your perfect home.

Comprehensive Marketing Plan - Marketing plan is the foundation of your real estate business. Make a comprehensive summary of the entire plan including main points. The agent should be clear about their business philosophy and value. Overpricing a home is a very common mistake that many agents make. Ask your real estate agent about the frequency of their marketing tactics.

Use of Technology - There are many new apps, gadgets, and programs that are in practice in real estate market. You should find out if your agent is using the latest technologies or not.  Some very popular technology tools help real estate agents to conduct their business effectively.

Home Décor Trends For 2017

Hello, everyone…

Well, it’s 2017 now and it’s time to close the books on 2016. Experts recently announced their 2017 color trends which creates a cozy lifestyle and brings a sense of sanctuary into our homes. So what are going to be your paint trend for 2017? Many of you have already been considering this for awhile, of course. Some of you had all planned out. We also have some color in our list; take a look at these trends to keep your eyes on.  These trends are going to make waves this year surely.

Blue-Green: According to our stable of interior experts, these are the most trending color this year. Pick a paint brush –you will want these Blue-green in your home ASAP.

Country-Blue: The Smoky silk-satin headboard set the tone. Then you threw in the mirrored bedside tables, the lustrous bedding, the Lucite curtain hardware and the starburst mirror and you’re so far down that road you can’t go back.

Dusky Blue: It’s a master walls color. It’s a great combination of dusty blue and the dark. The fact that both colors are found in the area rug in the center of the room makes the whole space feel very well-balanced.

Dusted Yellow: Yellow, from pale butter to dark mustard, is cropping up everywhere. It takes bold direction when paired with black, white, Poised Taupe and deep teal for a super graphic look.

Earthy Green and Taupe Beige: Earthy, natural greens will continue to emerge, representing simplicity, growth, and endurance. A deep, plum-black provides the substance and soil for the brighter colors to take root.

Light Blue-Green: This color is elegant and flattering. You feel pretty here, and pretty never go out of style.

Sunshine Yellow: Our full 2017 color collection ranges from deep and moody darks to atmospheric and organic-inspired selections. This lemon yellow is on the floor. 

Mineral Gray: - Mineral gray are popping up everywhere lately, like in this bedroom. 

Pastel Pink Pastels: Pastel takes on a vintage vibe with dusty pink, amber, Poised Taupe, sage and oxidized yellow.

Benefits of hiring a Real Estate Agent to sell your Home

Most people think that hiring an expert agent can be expensive and they should save this commission at least. This is a totally wrong notion and actually, it may cost one more than the commission saved. Buying and selling a home is a stressful experience without a real estate agent. They have tons of experience in staging homes and they can precisely understand all your real estate needs. Plus this process requires dozens of forms, reports, disclosures, and other technical documents. A real estate agent is one person who can help you in this process and will make it a smooth and successful experience. In this blog post, we have discussed some benefits of hiring a real estate agent to buy or sell the home. We sincerely hope that this information will be helpful to you.

List of homes with a correct price: Most of the online home estimates are not very accurate. According to sources, Zillow estimates are just 10% correct for Kansas Homes.  In such cases, an expert realtor can typically list the house at the correct price which will be helpful to buyers.

Home Presentations: Outer appearances mean a lot; otherwise buyers will not even walk through the door. The realtor knows how to present a home in front of buyers and have tons of experience in staging homes and can get you better deals.

Realtor Connections: Realtor have lots of connections with everyone who can help in the process of buying from Mortgage brokers, real estate attorneys, home inspectors, home stagers to interior designers and the list can continue. They also have buyers in every market looking at homes listed by them. Your home will get good offers by listing with an agent.

Pricing Expert: Real estate agents have the experience to know whether the specific home is overpriced or underpriced. They set your home price at first look. They will never waste your time to touring those houses which are not according to your needs. They will give you an honest assessment of the true value of your property.

Speed up time to close: In selling & buying process, there is a lot of documentation involved. They will handle all this paperwork and save a lot of your time.

Tips for selecting a Real Estate Agent

Finding a real estate agent who will give time to listen and understand all your needs and help you to make it a successful experience; is a big decision. The world is full of real estate agents and it is not easy to find a smart, efficient, focused, versatile and willing agent who can get you the best deal for you property.

First of all, you have to find out the agents who are handling home deals in your locality. Get feedback about them from friends and relatives and also read their online reviews. Meet and ask question from these agents or interview at least 4 or 5 agents before you take any decision. In this blog, we are giving some helpful tips for selecting a Real Estate Agent.

Talk with recent Clients - Ask your agent to provide a contact list of clients and what they have sold in past years or recently. You can also ask from them if anyone had a bad experience or was disappointed. Do contact few such clients and know their experience.

Market Research - A broker should be able to speak about their market with clients. They should know about schools, transport facilities, hospitals, sports and list of potential buyers or sellers in your area. If they are not able to give you educated and thoughtful answers, then you need to keep looking for another knowledgeable agent. 

Browse Current Listings - Check out home listings of your area online and look how closely these match with the type of home you want to sell or buy.

Online Reviews & Licensing: - Research how long the agents that you have shortlisted have been working and how popular they are in the real estate market. You can also search for various complaints about these agents.  You can also review their (agents) online presence through yelp and other websites. Your agents name should be mentioned on the website among the licensed agents in the area. Agents having some awards or commendations will be a plus point.

These are some useful tips for selecting a good real estate agent. Hope you found this blog informative and helpful. We will love to have your feedback and suggestions.

Thank You!

Best Ideas for Generating Leads from Facebook

Marketing environment is becoming highly intricate and competitive day by day. To generate new real estate leads is becoming a big challenge for the real estate agents. We are making a humble try through this blog and wish to share some good ideas for generating real estate leads from Facebook. Most marketing professionals will agree that Facebook is an important business tool, which can help reach a wide spectrum of audience and also helps to build your brand identity.

Set Up a Facebook Page: Many agents use their personal accounts for their business but it is recommended to create a separate business page. It will look more professional and it allows you to increase your followers more efficiently by using features which are not available in personal accounts.

Redirect Traffic to your Landing Page: It is a best way to get more leads from Facebook. You just need to re-direct people to landing page of your website. Because photos will get more likes than content, add more relevant photos on your Facebook business page and ensure to add links back to your website to capture these leads.

Avoid Direct Selling: Don’t post direct advertising on your page. It will put bad impression on your audience and they will more than likely ignore it. Perhaps you can provide quality, informative content to get more leads and conversions.

Customized Tabs: This is an important lead generation tactic that no one will want to miss out. Call to action buttons on Facebook can help to drive more traffic from Facebook pages to your website. Make tabs for sales, events, discounts, videos and what you have offered to generate more interest.

Join Relevant Groups and Communities: Join Facebook groups that are relevant to information you provide and participate as much as possible. Share information, offer advice and post your latest home listings. You can also share your blog post in groups.

Become the Expert for Your Targeted Audience: Build your reputation as an expert. Give your advice and offer your expertise liberally to your target audience. People will definitely begin trusting you and will think about your services when they need it.

  

These are some nice ideas to generate real estate leads from Facebook business pages. We hope that you found this blog informative and useful. We would love to get your suggestions and feedback.

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