It's true, there's no denying it; Realtor.ca SUCKS! Apparently, they are working on a new version that is supposed to be much easier to navigate. With many buyers bypassing realtor.ca altogether, your Realtor's ability to market properties online has never been more important. Grant Wiebe - Kelowna Realtor 250.869.2279 http://GrantWiebe.com Century ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on October 28, 2009
Grant Wiebe - Kelowna Realtor http://GrantWiebe.com 250.869.2279 Century 21 Assurance Realty Real estate absorbtion rates tell us the amount of time it will take to absorb the current inventory (not taking into account future new inventory). In a buyers' market, this statistic should not be ignored. Why is this so important?Eg. If you want to sell within 3 months, and only 10 homes ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on October 22, 2009
Across the board, our communication expectations have changed drastically. We expect quick responses to our questions and we expect that Realtors will be reachable using the communication methods we prefer. Realtors have always prided themselves on being ultra-accessible and this is no different. Kelowna Real Estate Video Blog - Grant Wiebe - Kelowna Realtor http://GrantWiebe.com 250.869.2279 ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on October 20, 2009
BC has introduced new legislation to restrict the sale of body armour to fight gang activity. Does this seem weird or is it just me? Grant Wiebe - Kelowna Realtor http://GrantWiebe.com 250.869.2279 Century 21 Assurance Realty
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on October 20, 2009
Most people know that there is a GST rebate for people buying brand new homes as their principle residence. Most people don't know, however, that there is also an available GST rebate for buyers buying new home (strata property included) for the purpose of renting it out. Find out more at http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/E/pub/gp/rc4... and talk to your lawyer or accountant. Grant Wiebe - ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on October 20, 2009
Real Estate 2.0 - How Have Things Changed? Today's internet savvy home buyer wants transparency from their Realtor. No games, no tricks, just transparent complete information and an effort to give the consumer what they want. Grant Wiebe - Kelowna Realtor http://GrantWiebe.com 250.869.2279 Century 21 Assurance Realty
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on October 14, 2009
Real Estate 2.0 - How Have Things Changed? Home buyers today want their first property visits to happen online. That means they want their information to be readily accessible so they can make an educated decision whether to make a physical second visit. Grant Wiebe - Kelowna Realtor http://GrantWiebe.com 250.869.2279 Century 21 Assurance Realty
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on October 9, 2009
The internet has evolved into a 2 way communication tool with consumers in control of the way information is shared online. How has this affected the real estate industry? How have Realtors had to adjust to be able to connect and be relevent to today's home buyers? Have we all adjusted? Follow me over the next couple weeks to here more.
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Posted by Grant Wiebe
on October 8, 2009
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Posted by Grant Wiebe
on October 7, 2009
In this market, time is not always your friend. A happy seller prices their home right, from the start. Grant Wiebe - Kelowna Realtor http://GrantWiebe.com 250.869.2279 Century 21 Assurance Realt
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on October 7, 2009