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How is our home marketing program different?
One of the questions I get asked the most is, "How is our marketing different from everyone else?" I could go on for some time giving you the answer. I could use charts and graphs, I could show you our client testimonials, I could show you how we invest over a $1,000 to market each new home listing. There are ads, brochures, postcards, web sites,virtual tours, open houses, four foot banners, and on and on.
Rather than deliver you a thousand word dissertation we can use a picture or the movie on the right to provide the answer. Play the movie to get an idea of what our marketing program is like.
Our marketing attracts attention. While competitors stand by and watch we work as a team to put your home in front and top of mind in the eyes of the buyer. Does this take extra effort? You bet it does! In fact, it takes about 40 man hours in the first week alone to market one new home listing. Why do we do this? Because it works and it works better than pounding a "For Sale" sign in a lawn, putting a home on the "MLS" and running the occassional ad in the local newspaper and praying that your home sells.
Perhaps this is why over 70% of our business comes from past clients and referrals.
According to the National Association of REALTORS® only 12% of the agents sell more than 20 homes per year. The average agent sells 6 to 7 homes each year. Ouch!!
In Maple Ridge there are now about 300 agents and out of which about 36 of them are earning a respectable income. The balance of agents are ordinary average guys. This is significant to you as a potential client; Do you want an average agent to look after the sale of your home?
For an example, Let's say you asked someone out for a date. You wouldn't say, "Look, I need to tell you something. I'm not a person who tries to do his best at things. So this is probably going to be an average date. I picked an average place to go. We'll have an average meal, and we'll do something very average afterward." Would you be interested in a date like this?
Consider a marriage. Would you turn to your spouse and say, "I need to share with you that my expectations are very low for this marriage. I don't intend to do my best, and I don't expect much in return." Who is going to marry someone who thinks at this level?
Now, what is the average agent who sells 6 to 7 homes a year saying when they are looking to represent you in a real estate transaction? When they sit in front of a buyer or seller they are really saying, "The reason you should be hiring me is I'm average. I act average. I don't aim too high. I'm not very interested in doing my best. Doing my best requires extra effort and I'm not prepared to put in any more than an average amount of time. My marketing is average and gets average results. I have learned what the average person has learned and am not much different from any other average agent out there." Who would really choose to do business with someone like that?
To do your best in anything you will have to learn new skills and take specific actions to continually improve. I would not go to a dentist or a surgeon who is average. That would be silly. It's not that everyone should try to be the best that they can be, it's all about the incredible journey and the experience they have when they try. The best they can be will naturally happen when they try.
Our Purpose
“Our purpose is to make you so outrageously happy that you'll easily refer at least two people to us before we sell your house. Because our business is referral based, if we don't serve you at a high level, our business dies. So, all of our focus is on serving you at an extremely high level.”
On our first meeting with Gord Moman, he promised to "WOW" us. We don't WOW easily so this was a tall order. Gord arrived with a complete market strategy on how to sell our house for the price and in the time frame we wanted. For the next week Gord went beyond our expectations.
Gord prepared gorgeous pictures of our home, he provided a decorator to "stage" our home, and invited all of our neighbours to our open house. In addition to this he advertised our home in a wide variety of places to give our home as much exposure as possible. The REAL Pros Group even shoveled our driveway when we were snowed in. This was not expected and was thoroughly appreciated because my wife is pregnant and she needed to use the car that day.
We're sure our list would be longer with all the great things Gord did except that our house was sold within that week. So yes, we
where "Wowed" and have already and will again recommend Gord to anyone considering selling their home!
Kim and John Sheehan
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In my hunt for a realtor, I expected to find a salesperson whose character resembled that of a sly shark! Then, a pleasant surprise came….Gord Moman. As the process of listing the home began, I became very confident because Gord answered all of my questions. Gord even set-up my own personal website which allowed me to access all of the marketing information and read the feedback from potential buyers.
Due to unforeseen circumstances the timing of selling the house needed to be postponed. Going beyond the call of a realtor, Gord took the time and initiative to help me find a renter for the suite downstairs. I still can't believe it. That's definately some of the “WOW” factor that he said he'd provide me ... lots of pleasant surprises. The "WOW" factor Gord gave was not only to selling the house but applied to his whole principles and true desire for a client's best interest. I know when it's time to sell who I'll be taking on board!
Thanks Gord
Pamela Schultz
Maple Ridge , BC
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After 22 years in the same home, the kids gone, my husband and I decided it was time to downsize and buy a new home. We had the extreme good fortune to be introduced to Darren Revell, which made the idea of selling and buying less stressful and difficult. Darren prides himself on his honesty and integrity and for good reason - he is one of the most honest men we have met. He helped us completely through the whole process, never left us guessing or wondering what was going to happen next. At one point he had to leave the city for a short duration, but called before leaving to let us know if we needed anything, one of his colleagues was available to us. His reasons for leaving the city were unexpected and due to a family emergency, but he still took the time to ensure we were looked after.
Darren is a great person, an honest individual, who will ensure that you are looked after and your needs are being met. He treats everyone like they are his only client and helps you find a home that you will be happy with - thanks to Darren, we are truly happy in our new home.
Yvette and Robin Gascoigne
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Selling and / or buying a home can be a very stressful time and finding the right estate agent to help you, that you are comfortable with and feel that you can trust can be an extremely difficult thing. Especially when you are new to a country as we were.
On meeting Darren, we were comfortable with him straight away. Here was an honest man, with professionalism and principles that we felt we could trust. A sincere estate agent, which is a rare thing! He took the time to explain things to us in a way that we could easily understand and kept us on the right track.
He kept in touch with us regularly and we never felt that we had to chase him to find out how things were going. By also giving us access to a webpage where he noted details on the various individuals that had been to see our home and their comments, it was a great way to feel that we were kept in the picture and informed.
He sourced new homes for us to potentially buy and spent the time going round them with us, to help us find the right one that we wanted, and we most certainly did! Darrens help in negotiating the purchase price was excellent and the deal was sweet!
We would not hesitate to recommend Darren to anyone looking for a real estate agent. We appreciate all of his support and time, and not only did we find a new home that we love, but have acquired a good friend in the process.
Little Harbor Seaside Village and Coastal Community…
Are you tired of cold winters? Shoveling snow? Months of overcast days when you just don't see the beautiful sun? Then you may want to consider purchasing a second home in this charming community located in Ruskin, Florida where you can leave all that behind and just come bask in the sunshine of the south.
Situated on a peninsula of more than 148 acres just 17 miles south of Tampa, Little Harbor is a captivating resort community which encompasses the spirit of island hospitality. Here you will discover fabulous resort amenities, luxurious waterfront residences ranging in price from the $300's to over $3 million, your own private beach and marinas with access to the bay and the Gulf of Mexico.
Currently for purchase is a Key West style 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath waterfront town home. Previously a model home this fully furnished unit looks designer perfect. From the elegant Robb & Stuckey furnishings to the granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances, this home has it all. Over 1,250 square feet of living space and four private balconies you'll have enough room to feel comfortable but not cramped. And you'll enjoy the gorgeous water views from the master bedroom and the living area. Your home away from home or better yet make this your year-round home and enjoy the Florida lifestyle you have always dreamed of. Priced at $489,000.
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Are you interested in buying or selling property anywhere in Canada or the USA?
Give me a call at 604-467-0754 and I'll put you in touch with a licensed agent in the area.
Go to Las Vegas on us! You read correctly. To cash in on this just list your home with the REAL Pros group, buy a home through us or send us a referral for someone who may be looking for a good real estate agent to go to work for them.
Upon completion, we will send you and a friend on a Las Vegas mini vacation. Enjoy 3 exciting days and 2 fun filled nights including lodging at a major hotel. Plus, receive over $1,200.00 in casino benefits including cash, drinks, free slot play, tokens and meal discounts.
Vacation may change without notice. You will receive $500.00 cash to help pay for for taxes, transportation, airport and processing fees. This offer is not available to other real estate agents or their clients. Not valid with any other promotion. Offer may change without notice.
Call Gord Moman @ 604-467-0754 or Darren Revell @ 604-719-3805
Send us a Buyer by April 30th, 2008 and, on completion,
you will earn a Mini-Vacation to Las Vegas.See details above.
Priced at $359,900 - First Time Buyers Alert
Mission, BC Starter Home Wonderful 4 bedroom 2 bath home in Northwest Mission, This home has been updated and is in great shape. Two bedrooms upstairs and a 2 bedroom suite down. Perfect home far a family with a parent or child living at home. Deep, flat, fenced back yard all to lead to your enjoyment. Lots of parking and a one car garage. The large deck has recently been re-built.
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1,968 sq. ft.
NEW LISTING Address: 7566 Simon Street, Mission, BC.
Priced at $719,000 - Huge Home With a Two Bedroom Suite
Ultraclean home on a 15,500 sq. ft. lot. Well Cared For 5 Bedroom, 3 Bathroom Rancher With Suite. Huge Private Yard Ideal For Gardening Enthusiasts. RV Parking, Covered Deck, Workshop And Garden Shed. Enjoy Use Of Large City Lot Beside You.
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3,255 sq. ft.
NEW LISTING Address: 12573 222nd Street, Maple Ridge, BC.
Priced at $404,800 - Starter Home in Maple Ridge
You get plenty of use from the well appointed kitchen. It includes a Ceran top stove and convection oven, a built-in microwave, an island with power, a small pantry , lots of cupboards and counter space. The master bedroom has been upgraded and includes a large 5' oval soaker tub, a seperate glassed shower and a large walk-in closet. There's plenty of hot water from the 50 gallon hot water tank too. Top of the line Elextrolux built-in vacuum, 9 foot ceiling on main, additional in-line heater fan provides more warmth in the master bedroom, a storage room downstairs, separate basement entry , noise reduction insulation in basement ceiling, built in sand box, fish pond, and an outside storage area. Sellers are willing to sell some furniture separately.
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2,150 sq. ft.
NEW LISTING Address: 10263 241 St. Maple Ridge, BC.
Priced at $1,150,000 - Owner Pride is Shown in This Acreage
Mostly cleared (approx. 80%) acreage with field drainage and lots of sun. Large fenced patio area with fish pond and man-made creek/waterfall. Enjoy your vegetable and herb gardens. Kids have their own play house. The triple garage is ideal for the back yard mechanic and come complete with 220V, pit, and hot water tank. There are lots of possibilties for new owners on the property with many upgrades through out. Newer roof, jetted tub, new carpets, paint, hot tub, air conditioning, barn, covered storage, paddocks, perimeter fencing, fenced patio area, large recreation room, fully wired for electrical generator and more.
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6.21 Acre
2,162 sq. ft.
NEW LISTING Address: 29278 Galahad Cres. Abbotsford, BC.
Priced at $134,900 - First Time Buyers in Surrey
Starter Apartment in Cloverdale Investors and First Time Buyers ALERT! This one bedroom, one bath townhome/condo is on the top level and a corner unit. enjoy your time out on your large deck that overlooks the courtyard. Very clean, new paint and carpeting. This is one you must see if you are in the market for a rental home or if you are a first time buyer. Close to town, raceway and casino.
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NEW LISTING Address: #57, 17708 60th Avenue Cloverdale, BC.
Priced at $289,900 - Desirable Kawkawa Lake Minutes to the Beach
Large fenced .27 acre lot in desireable Kawkawa Lake sub-division. Quiet no-through street is ideal for families. Close to lake and town center. Possibility of one or two bedroom suite in basement arae. Current owner will consider renting from new buyer. Quick possession possible.
Copyright REAL Pros Group 2006 - 2008 . This information is solely advisory and should not be substituted for adequate professional advice. The REAL Pros Group cannot be held responsible for actions you may take without proper professional advice. Any omission of credit to an author is purely unintentional and should not be construed as plagiarism or literary theft. This newsletter is for entertainment purposes only.
This is not intended to cause a breach in an existing agency agreement. Gord Moman and Darren revell are licensed REALTORS® with Keller Williams Results Realty.
Each Keller Williams office is independently owned and operated.
