Thursday, May 01, 2008
Are You Systematic?
There are a few things agents should have figured out and locked in; marketing, referral procedures, and phone sales training. The keys to these are figuring out what works, and being systematic about doing them the same way EVERY time.
Let's focus on one skill (referral procedures), and make a few assumptions. Our assumptions are that you will close 18 units this year at an average sale price of $300,000, with an average gross commission of $6000. Not too shabby, but let me paint a picture of the possibilities. Our chosen skill area for this exercise is referral procedures. Everyone knows they should ask for referrals, but most don't because they DON'T KNOW HOW! Others do ask, but not consistently. What is most important about asking? Consistency and timing- let people know you work by referral, and ask when you have given them what they want.
Now let's monetize this.
All agents fall into three categories:
1. Inactive
2. Inconsistent
3. Consistent
Inactive- You do not ask for referrals or have a marketing plan to do so. Let's say you made a commitment to yourself to ask every client if they have a friend or co-worker that is buying or selling in the next 90 days (notice I didn't say ask if they know ANYONE; there is a reason for that). You follow through this year, and of those 18 clients, 6 refer you a solid lead. Of those six, three buy or sell with you. That is an extra $18,000 in your pocket just for being consistent. It costs you nothing.
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Ras Al Khaimah - The New Dubai
Economic intensification and diversification of the Emirate is touching at an extremely speedy pace with the Ras Al Khaimah Speculation Authority (RAKIA) alone having invested over $408m in local projects and has paying attention over $950m in outside investment since 2004. Since 2000, some $25 billion of household and overseas investment has poured into RAK; but unlike the neighboring emirates, RAK is not oil dependent so its industries are here to stay.
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Concrete Homes - Your Fortress in a Natural Disaster
Structural engineer, George Easton describes concrete building alike to assembling Lego blocks. "The "blocks" are polystyrene forms, called insulated concrete forms, into which the concrete is poured. The forms then are left in place to serve as lagging and the support for stucco on the external or drywall on the interior."
The walls can provide up to an R-50 energy rating and require approximately 44 percent less energy to heat and 32 percent less energy to cool compared to a customary wood home.
Monday, January 21, 2008
Dubai’s Residential Realty on the Go up, Price Wise and Or else
In the last couple of years,
Apartments have always been the preferred option vis-à-vis bungalows in
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
Real Estate Opportunities - Where to Earn
The most common question addressed by most people towards the real estate business would be whether a person can make and earn a fair quantity of money out of this business. The answer is a as the crow flies yes since there are areas of this business which grows eventually. The payment you get monthly can be placed on other payment transactions such as mortgages and whatnot. The rest of the payment you get from tenants can go directly to your own pocket or bank account. Sometimes, the properties in the market will depreciate but as expected, it will also rise in due time. This is where your skill of holding on to potential properties should be applied.
Thursday, November 15, 2007
Buying a Property in Dubai
Buyers of property in the Dubai area should be mindful that due to the 1994 Dubai Government's, all land can be re-classified by the local government as appropriate for urbanization, if not it is considered as secluded under edifying or chronological pretences.
The topic of the law considers three categorizations of land; urbanized land, land deemed suitable for urbanization and rural land. It enables that even rural land can be re-classified and developed on without the owners permission.
Freshly the law has been used in a way to stop individual proprietors of rural land in areas that had been re-classified, delaying the progress of the new developments. From the change of classification of land, the owners have 15 days in which to complaint against the order.
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Searching for Real Estate Properties at Dubai Marina
There are many website, which not only gives you detailed information regarding properties at Dubai Marina but also offers you valuable tips in terms of buying, selling and renting properties. Research is the keyword when investing in Dubai Real Estate. Therefore, it is of paramount importance that you collect as much information as you can from different kinds of sources before making any decision.
Apart from the internet, you can also search for real estate properties at Dubai Marina Apartment with help of real estate agents and real estate property advisors. But before you take the services of these individuals, make sure that they are authentic and do not charge you hefty fee without rendering proper services. For more information visit Dubai Property