To all sellers
I have been researching marketing real estate and I have discovered that putting the sale price on the sign creates activity on the property creating a better position in finding a buyer.
Do you have thoughts on this? I would appreciate it if you would please reply back to me with your opinion.
Thanks for taking the time to help.
Keeping Life Simple,
Rachel Torchia
President
Gateway Title Agency Inc.
8748 Brecksville Road Suite 100
Brecksville, Ohio 44141
Phone: (440) 546-9660
rachel@gatewaytitle.com
Reak Estate Actuality editor
Monday, March 18, 2013
Saturday, March 16, 2013
A FACEBOOK CONVERSATION ABOUT SELLING FSBO
- I really think that FOR SALE BY OWNERS (fsbo) should advertise the asking price on their yard sign. I heard from a former FSBO seller who did just that and it worked!
- the following is our posting about that belief .
- It was a big discussion at the workshop this morning. I am pretty sure at least one seller is going to do it. I'll let you know the results as things progress. If you are on Facebook "like" Gateway Title- The FSBO Specialists. We get into some interest things about today's real estate market.
Melissa Rocky Lewis Hah! Don't know about that. I just remember my own house hunting. It was always the first thing I wanted to know as I drove by... "I wonder if I can afford that one."- Gateway Title - The FSBO Specialists I think that is most everyone's first reaction - human nature, so why not feed it?
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
OBITUARY FROM LONDON TIMES
An Obituary printed in the London Times -
Today we mourn the passing of a beloved old friend, Common Sense, who has been with us for many years. No one knows for sure how old he was, since his birth records were long ago lost in bureaucratic red tape.
He will be remembered as having cultivated such valuable lessons as:
- Knowing when to come in out of the rain;
- Why the early bird gets the worm;
- Life isn't always fair; and
- Maybe it was my fault..
Common Sense lived by simple, sound financial policies (don't spend more than you can earn) and reliable strategies (adults, not children, are in charge). His health began to deteriorate rapidly when well-intentioned but overbearing regulations were set in place. Reports of a 6-year-old boy charged with sexual harassment for kissing a classmate; teens suspended from school for using mouthwash after lunch; and a teacher fired for reprimanding an unruly student, only worsened his condition.
Common Sense lost ground when parents attacked teachers for doing the job that they themselves had failed to do in disciplining their unruly children.
It declined even further when schools were required to get parental consent to administer sun lotion or an aspirin to a student; but could not inform parents when a student became pregnant and wanted to have an abortion.
Common Sense lost the will to live as the churches became businesses; and criminals received better treatment than their victims.
Common Sense took a beating when you couldn't defend yourself from a burglar in your own home and the burglar could sue you for assault.
Common Sense finally gave up the will to live, after a woman failed to realize that a steaming cup of coffee was hot. She spilled a little in her lap, and was promptly awarded a huge settlement.
Common Sense was preceded in death, by his parents, Truth and Trust, by his wife, Discretion, by his daughter, Responsibility, and by his son, Reason.
He is survived by his 4 stepbrothers:
I Know My Rights
I Want It Now
Someone Else Is To Blame - I'm A Victim
Not many attended his funeral because so few realized he was gone.
If you still remember him, pass this on. If not, join the majority and do nothing.
Today we mourn the passing of a beloved old friend, Common Sense, who has been with us for many years. No one knows for sure how old he was, since his birth records were long ago lost in bureaucratic red tape.
He will be remembered as having cultivated such valuable lessons as:
- Knowing when to come in out of the rain;
- Why the early bird gets the worm;
- Life isn't always fair; and
- Maybe it was my fault..
Common Sense lived by simple, sound financial policies (don't spend more than you can earn) and reliable strategies (adults, not children, are in charge). His health began to deteriorate rapidly when well-intentioned but overbearing regulations were set in place. Reports of a 6-year-old boy charged with sexual harassment for kissing a classmate; teens suspended from school for using mouthwash after lunch; and a teacher fired for reprimanding an unruly student, only worsened his condition.
Common Sense lost ground when parents attacked teachers for doing the job that they themselves had failed to do in disciplining their unruly children.
It declined even further when schools were required to get parental consent to administer sun lotion or an aspirin to a student; but could not inform parents when a student became pregnant and wanted to have an abortion.
Common Sense lost the will to live as the churches became businesses; and criminals received better treatment than their victims.
Common Sense took a beating when you couldn't defend yourself from a burglar in your own home and the burglar could sue you for assault.
Common Sense finally gave up the will to live, after a woman failed to realize that a steaming cup of coffee was hot. She spilled a little in her lap, and was promptly awarded a huge settlement.
Common Sense was preceded in death, by his parents, Truth and Trust, by his wife, Discretion, by his daughter, Responsibility, and by his son, Reason.
He is survived by his 4 stepbrothers:
I Know My Rights
I Want It Now
Someone Else Is To Blame - I'm A Victim
Not many attended his funeral because so few realized he was gone.
If you still remember him, pass this on. If not, join the majority and do nothing.
Monday, March 4, 2013
AND THE WINNER IS? BOTH- BUYER &SELLER!
Follow up ...
Well the buyer and seller finally came to terms and are ready to move on. How did it turn out?
Seller accepts the pro ration of taxes but refused to pay for title insurance. Buyer accepts paying for his title insurance (he wouldn't take title without it).
They made a few other adjustments and are ready to move on.
The moral of this story is.....
If you really want to sell and they really want to buy, KEEP TALKING AND WORK IT OUT!
Well the buyer and seller finally came to terms and are ready to move on. How did it turn out?
Seller accepts the pro ration of taxes but refused to pay for title insurance. Buyer accepts paying for his title insurance (he wouldn't take title without it).
They made a few other adjustments and are ready to move on.
The moral of this story is.....
If you really want to sell and they really want to buy, KEEP TALKING AND WORK IT OUT!
Saturday, March 2, 2013
LEASE/PURCHASES ARE CONVERTING TO PURCHASE
A new Real Estate Trend has come to our attention
We are getting more "LEASE /PURCHASE" agreements, now converting to the
purchase.
They need a title company to follow the agreement
instructions and close it for them. We do that!
Please give me a call at 440 546 9660 or email me rachel@gatewaytitle.com
If you have questions or need help with this.
That's what we do!
THIS IS WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO
An email from Tracy:
Rachel and Barb,
Thanks so much for all you did to make my title work a breeze. I also
appreciate all you did to accomodate my agile schedule today. Despite all the
reworking and running around, I was able to arrive at home just in time to meet
the carpet installers as they were ringing my doorbell.
Best regards, Tracy
Thanks Tracy - You made our day!
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
SELLER A CONTROL FREAK OR JUST PLAIN NUTS!
Got this call yesterday.
They are trying to buy, for cash, a home that has been on the market since 2008.
They offered the asking price which is now at market value, splitting the fees equally..
Seller countered by adding closing cost and tax pro ration to offered price.
He thinks he shouldn't have to pay any costs or his own real estate taxes!
Hello....This is 2013... Is this seller nuts or what?
He needs help.
They are trying to buy, for cash, a home that has been on the market since 2008.
They offered the asking price which is now at market value, splitting the fees equally..
Seller countered by adding closing cost and tax pro ration to offered price.
He thinks he shouldn't have to pay any costs or his own real estate taxes!
Hello....This is 2013... Is this seller nuts or what?
He needs help.
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