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Dear friends and colleagues,

Hot Rentals. The real estate business has changed thanks to rentals. According to Phillip Lee, co-founder and CEO of Seattle-based rental startup RentMatch, buying a house will always be the American dream, but rentals are the American reality. Read the article now

Joke of the week. 

Low-End is Better. A recent report says that homeowners enjoy their home more when they spend under $75,000 for their home. Read the entire article here.

New Eligibility Requirements. Chris Brown, mortgage planner, on FOX 5 talking about the new HARP. Watch the clip here.

Don't Let Language Barriers Stop You. Reports have shown that many foreigners are making Atlanta home. As a real estate agent, it is important to not miss business with global clients. Here are some steps to help bridge the gap.

A Chat with Craig. I found this interesting Q &A with Craig of Craig's List. Read the excerpt here.

Coach's Corner. Dirk Zeller says become an expert at what you do  this week's edition of his weekly newsletter. People respect highly-skilled individuals.

How many leads did your broker give you last month?

I'm going to be very frank with you. There are a lot of big box names. There are some small boutique shops, too. However, they all have one thing in common. You are not given any leads to work. Sure they will tell you how they'll train you. Then they will send you out to cold call expired listings and FSBO's and/or pester every friend and relative you have begging them for business.

We're offering something different. We'll not only provide you with the training you need but we'll provide you with a constant supply of fresh new leads of people looking to buy real estate. All you have to do is follow up with them, establish a relationship with them and then sell them a house.

We're very serious about real estate at The Zac Team, are you?

We are seeking a self motivated full time agent. Did your Broker provide you with over 50 leads last month? Email me at zac@zac.biz for a private, one-on-one consultation to see if you have what we are looking for.

"Be miserable. Or motivate yourself. Whatever has to be done, it's always your choice." - Wayne Dyer   

Have a great week!

Welcome to Wednesday's on Ponce
 

Dear friends and colleagues,

Great news...Freddie Mac will give a break to unemployed borrowers for up to one year. This forbearance may give families a chance to get back on their feet. Read the full article here.

How to Digitally De-Clutter for 2012. This columnist asks a very good question. Why do we feel the need to hang on to every piece of paper? In order to have a great work-life balance, manage as much stuff as you can electronically. Read the article here.  

Joke of the week. 

Reconsider Short Sales. Short sales can be difficult and frustrating but there are several key reasons why things are starting to change. I found this article and thought I would share. ..Given up on Short Sales? 

Coach's Corner. Dirk Zeller addresses handling time in  this week's edition of his weekly newsletter. He talks about everything from procrastination to interruptions.

Bob Corcoran's Tips. This week's blog encourages persistence which can lead to big results. Never give up!  Read the article here.

"I had no idea that being my authentic self could make me as rich as I've become. If I had, I'd have done it a lot earlier.  " - Oprah Winfrey 

Is it time for a change?

If so lets talk about how we can work together.  

Call Zac directly at 404.564.7272 for a very confidential conversation.

Connect with me on Linked In ....I will have a Real Estate Professional Group real soon that will offer some added value, great tips, networking and accessibility to resources!

Have a great week!

Welcome to Wednesday's on Ponce
 

Dear friends and colleagues,

Happy New Year! It's a new year and there is a lot to look forward to. I wanted to share this great photo with you from my dear friend, Ira Serkes...As the moon sets on 2011..

How many leads did your broker give you last month?

I'm going to be very frank with you here. Scroll down and read all of the other ads here on Craigslist for real estate careers. There are a lot of big box names. There are some small boutique shops, too. However, they all have one thing in common. You are not given any leads to work. Sure they will tell you how they'll train you. Then they will send you out to cold call expired listings and FSBO's and/or pester every friend and relative you have begging them for business.

We're offering something different. We'll not only provide you with the training you need but we'll provide you with a constant supply of fresh new leads of people looking to buy real estate. All you have to do is follow up with them, establish a relationship with them and then sell them a house.

We're very serious about real estate here, are you?

We are seeking a self motivated full time agent. Did your Broker provide you with over 50 leads last month? 
Email me at zac@zac.biz for a private, one-on-one consultation to see if you have what we are looking for.

Hearing vs. Listening. To be a successful person it is important to listen. To be a successful salesperson you must listen and ask probing questions. Read the article to learn how to be an active listener.

Home sales continue to rise. Home sales rolse 7.3 percent in November. Pending home sales in the South rose 4.3 percent and were 8.7 percent above a year ago. Read the full article here.

For the One's We Lost. Click here to listen to a short retrospective on the music of those who left us this past year. Enjoy and reflect!

Coach's Corner. Dirk Zeller has a great topic in  this week's edition of his weekly newsletter. He talks about pausing to reflect on what went right in your business. Pausing and reflecting prepares you to meet your goals.

Bob Corcoran's Tips. This week's blog says don't get comfortable. Always be up for a challenge!  Read the article here.

"Don't be afraid to give up the good to go for the great.  " - John D. Rockefeller

Connect with me on Linked In ....I will have a Real Estate Professional Group real soon that will offer some added value, great tips, networking and accessibility to resources!

Have a great week!

Welcome to Wednesday's on Ponce
 

Dear friends and colleagues,

For the month of November,home sales in the 53 largest metro areas rose 8.1 % from last year. This makes the fifth-straight month of increases! Read the article here. More great news....small business owners are feeling much more confident. Read the report here.

13 Gift Ideas For Homeowners. Whether for a first time home buyer or a do-it - yourselfer, these gifts are perfect stocking stuffers. Click here.

De-cluttering to Sell. Staging your home is so important when you are trying to sell. If you got years and years of clutter consider donating or packing those items away. Read the article here.

Joke of the week. 

How to Deal With 'Life Change' Clients. Life brings us unexpected surprises at times. Sometimes these clients may need to be given a little bit more attention to ease them through the process. Here are three easy tips to help seniors, divorcees or first time buyers.

Coach's Corner. Dirk Zeller  addresses handling time in  this week's edition of his weekly newsletter. He talks about everything from procrastination to interruptions.

Bob Corcoran's Tips. This week's blog encourages persistence which can lead to big results. Never give up!  Read the article here.

"I had no idea that being my authentic self could make me as rich as I've become. If I had, I'd have done it a lot earlier.  " - Oprah Winfrey 

Is it time for a change?

If so lets talk about how we can work together.  

Call Zac directly at 404.564.7272 for a very confidential conversation.

Connect with me on Linked In ....I will have a Real Estate Professional Group real soon that will offer some added value, great tips, networking and accessibility to resources!

Have a great week!

Welcome to Wednesday's on Ponce
 

Dear friends and colleagues,

For the month of November, consumer sentiment over the trajectory of home prices rose. According to Fannie Mae, this is the first time we've seen positivity in 6 months. (National Housing Survey). The first week of December brought an increase in re-financing...mortgage applications jumped 12.8%.

5 Signs Real Estate Recovery is Near. There's a light at the end of the tunnel...according to one expert. Read her thoughts here.

The Greatest Gift of Them All. Some loved ones are generous enough to give a down payment as a Christmas gift. We have seen this trend more and more. Boomers are willing to help their kids with down payment as well.  Read the article here!

Joke of the week. 

Student Loan Debt Hurts Homeownership. The average student owes $25,000. The increasing student loan debt threatens home ownership for those 25-34. Read the article here.

Coach's Corner. Dirk Zeller says it is crucial to decide what a lead is to you in   this week's edition of his weekly newsletter. He says that successful real estate agents have clearly defined who is a lead.

Bob Corcoran's Tips. This week's blog is about working hard and putting in effort and watching the seed you plant grow.  Read the article here.

When a Tree Falls, Who is Responsible?  A fallen tree can be a homeowner's worst nightmare. Here is some great advice to protect you and your neighbors.

"If you don't watch your money, someone else will.  " - Anonymous

Is it time for a change?

If so lets talk about how we can work together.  

Call Zac directly at 404.564.7272 for a very confidential conversation.

Connect with me on Linked In ....I will have a Real Estate Professional Group real soon that will offer some added value, great tips, networking and accessibility to resources!

Have a great week!

Welcome to Wednesday's on Ponce
 

Dear friends and colleagues,

In today's news...Real Living has acquired Prudential Real Estate and Relocation Services for $110M. With the merger, they now have real estate franchisees in all 50 U.S. states, 10 Canadian provinces, Mexico and Portugal. Read the full article here.

Wealth Building Tips. There are so many advice columns, books and websites about financial education. I found three simple tips that anyone can follow to help them succeed. Read and pass along!

Going the extra mile. I can never say enough about great customer service. I found a really helpful article that gives a few suggestions on how to go the extra mile. Oftentimes, going the extra mile can make all the difference in the world to a customer. Read the article here!

Joke of the week. 

Why Sell Your Home During the Holidays? There are benefits to having your home on the market during the holidays. Read the article here.

Coach's Corner. Dirk Zeller gives his take on actions or attitudes in  this week's edition of his weekly newsletter. Dirk says that your attitude can dictate your actions.

Bob Corcoran's Tips. This week's blog is about negotiating and overcoming commission cuts.  Read the article here.

Recycling Day in Old 4th Ward. It's time to gather all your recyclables and head down to The Walden School. Click here to find out which items are being accepted.

"The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge but rather a lack in will. " - Vince Lombardi

Is it time for a change?

If so lets talk about how we can work together.  

Call Zac directly at 404.564.7272 for a very confidential conversation.

Connect with me on Linked In ....I will have a Real Estate Professional Group real soon that will offer some added value, great tips, networking and accessibility to resources!

Have a great week!

Welcome to our Wednesday Mornings on Ponce enewsletter!
 

Dear friends and colleagues,

Case-Shiller reports that Atlanta's average home price sale is 4 percent lower than it was in 2000. Read the article in the AJC here.

Top five home price losers from August to September

Atlanta -- 5.9%

Tampa -- 1.5%

San Francisco -- 1.5%

Las Vegas -- 1.4%

Seattle -- 1.1%

Home Sales Surge in October. National Association of Realtors reported that pending home sales soared more than 10% in October. Click Here!

Going Above and Beyond. Enough can never be said about great customer service. Oftentimes, going the extra mile makes all the difference. I found some great suggestions on how to go the extra mile.  Read the article here!

Joke of the week. 

Holiday Cheer Spreads to Consumers. Reports suggest consumer confidence has spiked in November. Job outlook improved as well. After 6 months of decline, this is good news to end 2011. Read the article here.

Coach's Corner. Dirk Zeller gives his standards on working with over-priced listings in this week's edition of his weekly newsletter.

Bob Corcoran's Tips. This week's tip offers an exercise on how to save money and to make a profit.  Read the article here.

Life after Foreclosure. Here are 4 steps to regaining buying power after a foreclosure and healing from that lost.

"Obstacles are the things we see, when we take our eyes off our goals.  " - Zig Ziglar

Is it time for a change?

Or do you know someone who wants or needs a change?

If so lets talk about how we can work together.  

Call Zac directly at 404.564.7272 for a very confidential conversation.

Connect with me on Linked In ....I will have a Real Estate Professional Group real soon that will offer some added value, great tips, networking and accessibility to resources!

Have a great week!

Welcome to our Wednesday Mornings on Ponce enewsletter!
 

Dear friends and colleagues,

Lawerence Yun, National Association of Realtors' Chief Economist, shared his 2012 predictions at the International Real Estate Conference in Miami. Yun predicts that the market will continue to "putter" along. Great demand will be placed on the market due to approximately 3 million new people added to the US yearly.  Also, he discussed multi-generational families will continue to share residence. I found a helpful survival guide that I want to share with multi-generational families. Read and pass along!

Sales are up in Georgia. According to the National Association of Realtors monthly estimates released on Monday...sales were up 33 percent in the state. Walter Molony, a NAR spokesman, said homes under $100,000 were selling briskly in metro Atlanta.

9 Tips to Cut Energy Bills. One of the biggest expenses this time of year is your energy bill but you can cut that bill in half by doing some of these tips. Don't let your money leak out with the cold! Click Here!

Hurry and get these tax deductions!  With the year wrapping up, it is time to think about our taxes. There are many deductions that can help from energy saving to education. Click here to read these tips before 2011 ends.

Joke of the week. 

Bye Bye to Middle Class Neighborhoods. Recently, Stanford University did a report on the shrinking middle class neighborhoods in the US. According to the report, the decline has been significant since the 70s.

Coach's Corner. Dirk Zeller shares the truth about time management and multi-tasking in  this week's edition of his weekly newsletter.

Bob Corcoran's Tips. Corcoran suggest tightening up your negotiation skills for this market. He recognizes that negotiation skills weren't that important in a tight market. But every agent needs to know how and when to negotiate. Read the article here.

Twelve Atlantic Station Condo Owners Lose. 8 condo owners sued developers over their view. Read the entire article here.

HAPPY TURKEY DAY! Life Hacker.com offers useful tips on how long you can keep those leftovers and the best way to store them. ENJOY!

"The way I see it, if you want the rainbow you got to put up with the rain." - Dolly Parton

Is it time for a change?

Or do you know someone who wants or needs a change?

If so lets talk about how we can work together.  

Call Zac directly at 404.564.7272 for a very confidential conversation.

Connect with me on Linked In ....I will have a Real Estate Professional Group real soon that will offer some added value, great tips, networking and accessibility to resources!

Have a great week!

Welcome to our Wednesday Mornings on Ponce enewsletter!

Dear friends and colleagues,

In case you have not heard our great news...we have joined forces with the fastest growing Real Estate company in Atlanta! Atlanta Communities Real Estate Brokerage has 4 offices with almost 400 top producing agents serving the whole metro area. We will now be able to offer an even higher level of service to our clients. Ponce Realty will now be a separate entity representing national lenders with the liquidation of their foreclosed assets. We will still share the same space on Ponce de Leon Ave and you will continue to receive news from Wednesday Mornings on Ponce!

Money and Your Life. This week I found an interesting read..."Financial Recovery: Developing a Healthy Relationship with Money". We are all recovering in this economy but the best way to stay afloat is to develop a healthy, balanced relationship with your money. Author Karen McCall gives great tips!

Avoid Holiday Party Blunders!  It's that time of year again....holiday parties galore!! If you are a host or hostess this year read this first to avoid any embarrassing incidents.

Joke of the week. 

Five Great Things about Homeownership. No matter how the market changes, these five things remain the same in buying a home. I wanted to share this, especially with first-time homebuyers.

Android #1. The Android smartphone is the leader in the market right now. Google has taken over!

Coach's Corner. Dirk Zeller gives four steps to a great listing presentation in this week's edition of his weekly newsletter. Delivery is everything!

How to get a Leg Up. Watch this 3 minute video on how to create multiple legs in the industry. This technique has proven to work in the real estate business.

Recent Report on Housing. The Federal Housing Administration has a "close to 50" percent chance of requiring a bailout if the housing market deteriorates next year, the agency's independent auditor said in a report released Tuesday. Read the entire article here from the NY TIMES.

Keep Positive in a Slow Market. Bob Corcoran, real estate coach, ask agents to commit to being positive. The following quote inspired Bob to write this tip of the week.

"No pessimist ever discovered the secret of the stars, or sailed to an uncharted land, or opened a new doorway for the human spirit." - Helen Keller

Connect with me on Linked In ....I will have a Real Estate Professional Group real soon that will offer some added value, great tips, networking and accessibility to resources!

Have a great week!

Welcome to our Wednesday Mornings on Ponce enewsletter!

Dear friends and colleagues,

Case-Shiller reports say we are down..but not out.

Read the most recent Case-Shiller index

Why did your mortgage application get rejected?. According to the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) says that well over 2 million mortgage applications were rejected last year. Check out the top 6 reasons!

Renters Beware! With all the renters out there now, buyer beware. Scams continue to happen all over the country. This scam took place in lovely Las Vegas.

Joke of the week. 

The Glamourous Life. You never know what to expect in Beverly Hills! Read how this one agent turned an open house event into a day of luxury with Botox and so much more.

Coach's Corner. Dirk Zeller encourages champions to be careful in selecting a coach as this week's edition of his weekly newsletter. According to Dirk, your coach selecting process should be no different than choosing an attorney or a doctor.

"When your desires are strong enough you will appear to possess superhuman powers to achieve. " - Napoleon Hill

It's time to winterize your home. Just like you would winterize your car, don't forget to take care of your home as well. Winter will be upon us soon and the little things count the most. Here's some tips on how to get ready for Old Man Winter.

Have a great week!

Your colleagues at Ponce Realty

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