Posts Tagged ‘listing alerts’

STOP, DROP, and SELL!

Posted on: April 13th, 2018 by Tim Garcia

 

In honor of “Drop Everything and Read” Day (which is, well, today 4/12) – we’re taking a moment to reflect on and underscore what it takes for your leads and clients to literally DROP what they are doing – and not only READ an email, text and/or hard content from you – but GET INSPIRED TO RESPOND to you, based on what you sent them to read.

Make sense?

We’ve said it time and time again: giving folks relevant, useful info. (like, say, THE VALUE OF THEIR HOME; WHAT THEIR HOME IS WORTH and/or PROPERTIES THAT MATCH THEIR DREAM HOME) is not only immensely appreciated by sellers and buyers, respectively – it gently coerces them into making a direct and critical correlation between the valuable content they are reading, and how they perceive you.

In essence, once you send something memorable and (particularly financially) empowering to them, you are then associated in their mind’s eye as the neighborhood expert with all of the answers; a reliable, wise professional that they feel safe turning to, to responsibly and swiftly handle all of their real estate needs.

The content you send out should possess an inherent sense of urgency (in buying, selling, and referring) that will ultimately make folks want to:

DROP everything, READ, and (inevitably) SELL (with you)!
DROP everything, READ, and (inevitably) BUY (with you)!
DROP everything, READ, and (inevitably) REFER (you to their family and friends)!

Get them to STOP, DROP, READ and BUY/SELL/REFER with you by CONSISTENTLY reminding them that you have every real estate resource imaginable that will:

FIND BUYERS THEIR DREAM HOME (via carefully selected, customized, and punctual Listing Alerts & Property Matches).

ENSURE SELLERS SECURE THE BEST OFFER ON THEIR HOME (via delivering accurate, updated, and detailed Home Values they won’t find on Zillow, Trulia and the like).

MAXIMIZE HOMEOWNERS’ PROPERTY VALUES (via your trusted service provider “Homebrella” networking system, supplying affordable home improvement needs).

Heads up (as corny as it may sound): following the aforementioned advice might result in you needing to STOP, DROP AND ROLL – ’cause you’ll be on FIRE! 🙂

Tim
Marketing Director
Direct | 408.213.4668
tim@propertyminder.com
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More Listings In 2017: Your Starter Kit Has Arrived.

Posted on: March 29th, 2017 by Tim Garcia

Howdy,

Tim here, and I’m just going to cut to the chase: good things (like generating more listings and working with home sellers) don’t come to those who wait – they come to those who agitate (their real estate leads and clients).

And when I say agitate, I mean it in the most motivating (NOT irritating) way possible.
Agitate: verb, to arouse public concern about an issue in the hope of prompting action.

So, do you need more listings? Want to know how and where to find more home sellers? Whether it’s via your real estate website, over the phone or in-person, let’s break down the essential resources (and actual things you need to say) to actively agitate and reel in sellers. And keep them.

What to have handy:
Seller’s Corner: automatic email alerts with home values sent to your clients – reminding them you’re the neighborhood expert, delivering relevant info they find useful (what their home’s worth), and ensuring you’re the top-of-mind agent when they’re ready to sell.
4 Urgent Reasons Folks Should Sell Their Home in 2017
15 Features That Sell Homes The Fastest And At The Best Price

Perks:
You’re doing the right thing (irrespective of whether or they choose to sell now or later) by planting the seeds to get them thinking, and for inevitable growth, trust, loyalty, business, and – you guessed it – more listings.

What to say:
Hey there, how’ve you been? Just touching base to see if you’re [still] considering selling your home.
I bring it up ‘cause it can be a little tricky doing it all alone.

If they say YES:
Wonderful. Have you looked into how to get things started or who to talk to?
Aside from dealing with the hassles of legal documents, inspections, and managing tours and schedules, selling on your own can also cause your property to stay on the market too long without getting offers – which can cause buyers to think something’s wrong with your home.

You deserve serious, educated, financially-capable buyers. I’d love to get you connected with them.
Have you thought of showcasing your home online? I have the latest, cutting-edge marketing tools including virtual tours, HD & panoramic photos and detailed property info to get you started, and attract honest folks.

Do you have more time to talk today? Or should we schedule another chat over coffee next week sometime?

If they say NO:
Ah, gotcha. Well, can we at least stay in touch?
I have all the accurate neighborhood home values (including yours) I can send, at your discretion.
Can I get your email address to keep you updated (monthly or weekly)?

When/if the day you’d like to sell arrives –  you deserve access to the best ways to feature, broadcast and promote your home online, and ensure a speedy and financially fulfilling selling process, with serious and educated buyers only.

I would be thrilled to work with another [awesome, charming, fun, great] homeowner, such as yourself.

 

Not satisfied with how the conversation went?
Want to go the extra mile and continue the dialogue?
Take a gander at this home care script for your sellers.

Good luck out there,

Tim
Marketing Director
Direct | 408.213.4668
1101 S. Winchester Blvd, J-225
San Jose, CA 95128
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P.S. – if talking on the phone or in-person isn’t your cup of tea at the moment for one reason or another (trust me, many of us can relate), feel free to contact us, and/or check out this email marketing message (you can literally copy, paste, fill in the blanks, and click send) to convince folks to sell with you: Sell It! Effectively Convince Sellers They Need You To List Their Home.

 

talklikealistingagent

 

 

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Sellers & Buyers Need Your “Complements”, Today.

Posted on: January 24th, 2017 by Tim Garcia

Howdy,

Tim here again, with a quick heads up – today (Tuesday, January 24th) is National Compliment Day.
As the old saying goes: you can catch more flies with honey than you can with vinegar.

Literal compliments are nice – but things that complement what your sellers and buyers need in life is even better. Agreed?

Today’s the perfect chance for you to send (via email or phone):
literal “compliments” (i.e. – “You have a beautiful home/family,” “You’re my favorite client”, etc.)
– automatic, inspirational home values for your seller leads that “complement” their interest and wondering what their home is worth (+ remind them you’re the neighborhood expert).
automatic, inspirational listing alerts (with all the juicy property details) for your buyer leads that “complement” exactly what they’re looking for in their dream home(s).
– any and all home care resources that will “complement” the home life of your homeowners (your sellers) and, effectively, keep you on their radar for when they’re ready to list.

By the way – did I mention how awesome you are? Keep it up.

Tim
408.213.4668
tim@propertyminder
Marketing Director

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Top 3 New Year Market Predictions (+ Critical Tools You Need To Act & Respond)

Posted on: December 30th, 2016 by Tim Garcia

 

Here are 3 significant real estate trends popping up pretty consistently on multiple sources (+ the tools you need in anticipation of meeting each one head on) that we thought you should be aware of:

1) Young and old alike – there’s bound to be a spike (in market activity).*
Millennials are getting married and starting families, while baby boomers are continuing to retire.
Chances are the latter will be selling their home(s) and/or relocating/buying in new, warmer climate(s), while the youngsters are looking to establish a safe, secure familial foundation where they can build their lives.What are you doing to identify and reach out to each group?

Seller’s Corner will get them turning to you to sell their home, while our Custom IDX tool will empower you with automated, instant delivery of listing/property alerts that match their dream home. Your CRM is also an essential resource in terms of helping you recognize who is who (millennials, boomers, homeowners, buyers, sellers, etc), what folks are up to (retiring, college bound, looking to move, in need of home care resources, etc.) and keeping you mindful about reaching out for holidays, anniversaries, birthdays, or just a quick “hey, how’s it going?”


2) Sellers’ Market will dominate.**
Yep – this is pretty much the consensus from economists and experts in the industry.
Skeptical? It’s all good. Even if this prediction doesn’t become a reality, we have your back up plan.Seller’s Corner will boost your inventory by reconnecting you with past clients and sparking critical relationships with homeowners virtually guaranteeing you’re the agent they choose to list

How? Gentle digital “touches” with info and content they will actually find interesting and appreciate (the value of their home) will keep you top-of-mind and in their good graces.
3) Folks will flock to the (more affordable) suburbs.***
Anyone living in one can tell you that housing, within or very near, a large city is increasingly costly (at least in the San Francisco Bay Area). Apparently, as a result, we can expect buyers to make that trek and shift to suburban life.

The only question now is: are you actively and habitually providing them with the resources and alerts they need to find a home that meets the needs of their unique lives and, perhaps most importantly, that they can afford? From HD Photos and the best schools nearby, to comparable listings and an interactive Map Search, the answers to all their questions, wants and needs are at your, and their, beck and call.

If people are looking for certain neighborhoods, our Custom IDX links will allow you to showcase a community, neighborhood, view, or amenity at the push of a button. If your focus is to get people on your website, why not make is as easy as possible?

 

Cheers to a successful and spectacular 2017,

Tim
Director Of Marketing
408.213.4668
tim@propertyminder.com

 


* http://www.realtor.com/news/trends/top-real-estate-trends-2017/
** http://www.inman.com/2016/12/13/will-2017-be-a-buyers-market-or-a-sellers-market/?utm_source=weeklyheadlines&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=sundaysend&utm_content=20161216_readmore
*** http://www.cbsnews.com/media/9-real-estate-trends-to-expect-in-2017/4/

Your Sellers Need To Lighten Up.

Posted on: December 20th, 2016 by Tim Garcia

Hey there,

Tim here. What’s new?

Heads up: Wednesday, December 21st marks both Winter Solstice (shortest day and longest night of the year) AND Look on the Bright Side Day.

Coincidence? I think not.
Your leads and clients will be deprived of extra daylight, which might make them extra cranky – especially if it’s chilly out.

So, what can you do to brighten their day?

You’re not God. You can’t manipulate the sun.
But you can provide a special type of brightness (the best and only kind that truly matters) by…
…enlightening sellers with automated home values proving you’re the expert
…shining the spotlight on exciting and matching properties (including HD Photos) for your buyers
…providing everyone with the essential home care resources needed to maximize their comfortability on this (and many other) long winter night(s).

Cozy up to folks. It’ll pay off.
The holidays are definitely revving up. Enjoy yourself, connect with people, drive safe, and let me know if there’s anything you need help with as we gear up for the New Year.

Tim
Director of Marketing
408.213.4668

tim@propertyminder.com

 

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Your Sellers Aren’t Afraid To Walk Away (A Holiday Warning & Remedy)…

Posted on: December 13th, 2016 by Tim Garcia

Your sellers, buyersclients & leads aren’t afraid to walk away…
…So make sure they’re not lead astray.

Question: are you a giver or taker this holiday season?

GIVE folks the right dose of care, nourishment and relevant information. And RECEIVE lasting results. See what we mean, below…

1) GIVE 10 minutes: Sleigh bells ring – make sure they’re listenin’!
Provide relevant information to 2 prospective sellers and/or past clients by adding them into your Seller’s Corner system.

*RECEIVE: Your website comes bearing gifts for both you and your clients. Delivering these merry updates will give your homeowners the information they need about home values, while simultaneously being directed to your personal website.


2) GIVE 10 minutes:
 Avoid being on the naughty list.
Reach out to one memorable client from 2016 reminding them of their value and your ongoing commitment to meeting their real estate needs. Request a brief testimonial from them endorsing your quality work.

*RECEIVE: A winter wonderland of approval. Even if it’s just one success story, these narratives further humanize you and build outside trust and recognition. Always strive to feature more reputable business highlights and affiliations on your website.


3) GIVE 10 minutes:
 Frolic and play, the realtor way!
Call someone once a day. Just say hello, start friendly conversation:
Any plans this holiday season?
Can you believe 2017 is almost here?
Do you have any big plans for the New Year?

The more you know about your clients and leads, the better equipped you are to meet their needs. If they don’t answer, leave a voicemail. Need scripted content to navigate conversations? Check out this Phone Script For Your Sellers and Phone Script For Your Open House Follow-Ups for guidance.

3 cont.) GIVE 10 minutes: Give your business card to 2 people this week.
Whether it’s at an open house, a client or homeowner you reach out to or cross paths with – this is your chance to engage in face-to-face encounters that put a warm and genuine image to your business.

*RECEIVE: Obtain insight about critical life happenings that will influence living situations for current and potential clients. And your efforts of contacting them will serve as a memorable (and favorable) lasting representation of your business. Enough said.
4) GIVE 10 minutes: Spread some cheer on behalf of others.
Promote other businesses that live up to your standards – and that your clients will appreciate (ex: reputable food drives for the needy, best gift shops, nicest cafes, tastiest bakeries, etc.).

Next, get creative. Think of another group for your contacts (ex: based on sports/athletic aficionados, pets-lovers, film buffs, etc.) Customize your e-mail marketing that reflects your versatility and range of satisfying people’s interests.

*RECEIVE: Enhanced branding of yourself as a diverse agent with a deep interest and consideration for your clients from all walks of life. And good karma when it comes to promoting other businesses- remember, what goes around comes around.
5) GIVE 10 minutes: Warm up to your clients on slower winter days.
Send out a personal holiday e-mail greeting sharing photos of you at your office, include quick home inspection tips for the rainy season (ex: checking leaky roofs), ask clients to send in photos of their home decorations and post your favorite on your blog. Share updates about neighborhood holiday activities. Come off as cozy, not “salesy”.

5 cont.) GIVE 10 minutes: Sneak a peek. No – not at the gifts under the tree.
Review your client tracking activity – take note of patterns in MLS searches and send out friendly reminders: I noticed your search history includes 2 bathrooms, you might be interested in these listings…. Stuff their stockings, while you’re at it: MLS Searches should not be at 0. Set up a few for clients based on their activity history. Make that list and check it twice!

*RECEIVE: Jingle all the way to 2017. Engaging with clients will continue to foster better relationships into the New Year.

 

 

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Lighting the way to your success. When it matters most.

Tim
408.213.4668
tim@propertyminder.com

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Give Knowledge. Receive Listing(s), Referral(s) & Respect.

Posted on: November 29th, 2016 by Tim Garcia

Give: Knowledge.
Receive: Listing(s), Referral(s) & Respect.

Hey there,

Tim here, how was your Thanksgiving?
Aside from pies, I hope you were able to slice out some rest and recovery time.

Quick question – do you think it’s really better to give than to receive?
Well, I guess it depends on what you’re giving – right?

This #GivingTuesday (November 29th), ask yourself:
Am I habitually providing (giving) my leads and clients what’s relevant and necessary, in order to gain (receive) what’s important, beneficial, and professionally fulfilling to me?

More of a Listing Agent?
– GIVE sellers home values so they’ll turn to you when they’re ready to list.
– GIVE homeowners (your prospective sellershome care resources so they’ll keep you on their radar for everything real estate.
– GIVE specific reasons why sellers should want to work with you, reassurance you’ll secure the “best offer on their home”, and home staging guidance to develop referrals and a quality reputation as the neighborhood real estate expert.

More of a Buyer’s Agent?
– GIVE warm, quick email greetings to spark their interest.
– GIVE Listing Alerts that match their exact interests to show you care.
– GIVE yourself automatic, on-the-go listing insight with the AgentView mobile app

While you’re at it…
– GIVE your website some love on the next free online editing webinar.
– GIVE us your attention and boost your marketing-know on a free webinar.

 

Would love to receive any feedback you have on this.

Have a solid week back at work,

Tim
408.213.4668
tim@propertyminder.com
PropertyMinder Marketing

P.S. – Giving and receiving the aforementioned isn’t exclusive to November 29th.
These tips are applicable (literally) 365 days a year.

How PropertyMinder Can Help Agents Make More Money.

Posted on: October 3rd, 2016 by Tim Garcia

How PropertyMinder Can Help Agents Make More Money
The following Housely news article was originally featured and published on September 28th, 2016 (by Nat B)

Being an effective real estate agent is about much more than understanding the laws and regulation, and it extends beyond having access to all of the latest listings. Even while they work under the management of a broker, a real estate agent has to function with the mindset of an entrepreneur. They must be able to perform multiple tasks in an efficient manner.

At the end of the day, the ability to provide clients with a pleasurable and memorable experience is what will equate to being financially successful. The quality and efficiency of their work will determine their longevity.

Because agents have so many different responsibilities, the ability to enhance the efficiency at which they manage these responsibilities will have a direct impact on their earning potential. One tool that has the capacity to assist agents in increasing the quality and proficiency of their work is PropertyMinder.

PropertyMinder is a CMS that has the capacity to empower the agent to capture leads on their website, conduct automated follow-ups, instantly connect real estate agents with buyers, and more.
There are a number of ways that PropertyMinder can help agents increase their earning potential.

 

1) Increase Website Traffic

While having a web presence, via a website, is immensely important, it does stand alone. A website is virtually useless if it does not have a functional traffic source. In other words, the agent must have a means of driving traffic to their site. Although there may be a stream of organic traffic that finds its way to the site view online searches, it is not likely that organic traffic, alone, will not be sufficient to generate the amount of leads that will provide a substantial increase in traffic.

The AccelerAgent website tools will help drive traffic to the site, increasing traffic, which will lead to an increase in capturing leads.

Additionally, the MLS search tools on PropertyMinder will allow the agent to create a highly customized search for existing customers, as well as new visitors that are drawn to the site.

 

2) Universal Familiarity in Tool Technology

Because customer engagement is so important, having tools on your site that allows customers, who may have been shopping on other sites, to use tools that they have become familiar with. When a visitor arrives on the agents site for the first time, if the tools and the technology seem too foreign, it can be a turn off — causing the visitor to bounce from the site.

As a highly engaged agent, you want your customers to be as comfortable as possible as they initiate searches on your site.
The PropertyMinder search tool creates a one-stop-shop environment for customers, allowing them to locate properties that they may be interested.

Because the clients are now participating in the search, it will minimize the time that the agent spends showing the customer properties that they have no interest in. Because you will often be using the same search tools that you client will be using, it will be easy to communicate certain instructions that may help the customer increase the specificity of their search.
3) Automated Tracking

Once the customer has set the parameters for their search, they will experience a number of benefits that they will find useful and beneficial. One such benefit is the automatic tracking that takes place once the parameters have been set and the search is initiated, the customer will receive updates on a regular basis via email.

The customer will also be able to view their updates on your site. Additionally, another option that the customer can use to view their updates on Facebook is to use the AccelerApp, which is located on your Facebook business page. This type of integrated functionality completely simplifies the search process for customers, creating an intuitive and interaction that leads to an enjoyable and productive customer experience.

You will be able to view a complete history of your customer’s activity on your site.
Whether they request a showing, share a listing with a friend, favorite a listing or in any other way interact with the search process, you will have access to the complete activity history.

 

4) Joining the AgentAlliance

One of the most powerful benefits of PropertyMinder is the access to joining AgentAlliance.
The AgentAlliance is a group of agents who share the needs of their customers without sharing the identity, allowing agents to assist each other while providing the best possible response to the needs of their customers. This connectivity helps agents work together to grow their businesses.

The primary purpose of AgentAlliance is to reduce the high level of stress that is often associated with attempting to secure active buyers. It can also enhance your business outlook, helping you to remain positive.

 

5) The Buyers Match

Once you join the AgentAlliance, you will also gain access to one of the most power tools associated with the service — Buyer Match. Using this tool will help agents connect with the right buyers. This is also a great tool when you are attempting to convince a seller that you are the right agent for the job. Simply show the seller all of the buyers that you have access to, and it will increase their confidence in you to move the property within a reasonable time frame.

PropertyMinder has the capacity to help you build your network. The stronger your network, the easier it will be to meet the needs and demands of your client. When you have the ability to pick up the phone to speak with someone in your network, or send out an email, you can minimize the amount of time it takes to provide the client with what it is they are looking for.

The online tools that are provided by PropertyMinder will help drive targeted traffic to your site. The increased traffic will increase the capacity to capture leads — leading to more active customers. Also, the ability to offer your web customers an opportunity to set up their own customer searches can help solidify new agent-to-client relationships.

If you are looking for a more streamlined, efficient approach to serving the needs of your clients, PropertyMinder is a system that is up to the task.

Care to see things in-action, first-hand?
Request a quick Live Demo, anytime – or contact me directly (see info, below).

Take care,

Tim
408.213.4668
tim@propertyminder.com
PropertyMinder Marketing

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More “Likes”. More Followers: Savvy Ways To Mix & Mingle On Social Media.

Posted on: December 8th, 2015 by Tim Garcia

socialtalk

 

 

Time for some real talk.
Posting snapshots of your current meal on Facebook doesn’t do anyone any good.
If anything, it’ll just remind people that they’re hungry or why they became a vegetarian.

We recommend dishing out the main course (and purpose) of social media – exposure and networking by underscoring your individuality, expressing your creative flair and putting your own personal (and memorable) stamp on everything you draft and/or share.

Americans spend more than 2 hours on mobile devices and social sites everyday.
It’s imperative to stay savvy and relatable when mingling online.

1) Post haikus or short words of wisdom (think “fortune-cookies”).
Avoid posting large chunks of text. If you need to post something lengthy, make sure it’s formatted in segments with spaces and easy on the eyes.

2) Let available content (like imagery and quotes) inspire you.
Some of us read inspirational “memes” all day. Figure out ways to correlate ones you especially like to real estate and share them. If you can’t find a significant parallel to your business – share it anyway.

3) Take stylish and wholesome “selfies”.
Snap shots with colleagues at the office, with successful clients at their home, with family members, at open houses – you name it. Any image that will humanize you. (Instagram filters can also rejuvenate your appearance).

4) Hashtags (#) work.
Yes. When used correctly, these serve a purpose and can increase your visibility, convey what you’re all about, and unite and rally your prospective audience (i.e. – just fill in the underlined portion with your info: #HomesByYourName, #BuyAndSellWithYourName #HomesInYourLocation).

5) Ask and you shall receive.

Many Facebook aficionados have taken quizzes. Do a quick search – they’re out there. Share one that you can tie back into real estate (i.e.- What State Do You Actually Belong To?”, “What City Should You Live In?”)

– Then, attach a message: “By the way, have you thought about your home value? Would you be interested in learning more about the market in your area?” (This is where Seller’s Corner comes in handy).

 

While you’re at it…
6) Take advantage of your AgentView Branded Mobile App
Allows you to view the closest listings to your current location automatically (including listing details and photos pulled right from your MLS).

Places your name, photo and contact info on every MLS Listing.

Allows your leads and clients to make informed real estate decisions without going anywhere (or to anyone) else.

Need help gaining “likes”, standing out and getting things to go “viral” or “trending”? Reach out to us for personally-drafted content and tips specifically tailored to catch the eye of your target audience(s). Let’s get social!

 Have a great week,

Tim
408.213.4668
tim@propertyminder.com

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