Role Models in the Real Estate Industry
PART TWO OF A SERIES Last week, I wrote about Gary Keller of Keller Williams Realty. This week’s spotlight is on Mike Ferry of the Mike Ferry Organization. I’m a big fan of coaching — I think it not only helps one reach goals, it’s one of the best ways to hold yourself accountable for reaching them. When you have to talk to someone each week or once or twice a month, it’s amazing what a difference it can make. Mike Ferry is one... Read More
New York Real Estate Brokers
Why to Use One Instead of Selling Yourself A friend of a mine told me recently one of his friends was moving to Manhattan. This person had begun the process of looking at options for buying in New York City. After he got over the initial shock of real estate pricing compared to his Southern location, he was also confused at the differences in how real estate worked here. He’d tell my friend, “But, here our closings work this way….or,... Read More
Camp 4:4:3
Keller Williams New York City in Session! Henry Ford said, “Whether you think you can or think you can’t, you are right.” The more I and my team members delve into the great training available to us, we’re realizing that wise statement more clearly than ever before. Keller Williams’ Camp 4:4:3 reinforces the sentiment through its 18 sessions for novice and seasoned real estate professionals. We’ve been going through the sessions the... Read More
New York Apartments
Why You Should Buy One Now! In a previous blog, I told you about the forecast for Manhattan real estate, what the experts are predicting and why New York apartments continue to be a solid investment. They say a picture is worth a thousand words, so I thought I’d give you a peek inside of some of these New York apartments, along with where they are and why you should buy one now. Interest rates are still low and now’s a good time to invest! Cassa... Read More
BROKER OF THE WEEK / A CLOSE-UP LOOK AT KELLER WILLIAMS NYC’S ASSOCIATE BROKER: NATALIE BAGHDADI
Natalie Baghdadi is a native New Yorker who grew up in Staten Island and Brooklyn among a close-knit group of family, relatives and friends. Although Natalie and her family relocated to sunny south Florida when she was 12 years old, she knew she’d return to New York one day. She did just that, moving back to Brooklyn after a couple of years of undergraduate studies in Florida. Natalie continued her education at the prestigious Baruch College... Read More
Get Kellerized! – Keller Williams NYC
Keller Williams NYC has grown exponentially since first opening it’s doors by attracting entrepreneurial spirited agents that want to be in business together. GET KELLERIZED. FIND OUT WHAT THEY ALREADY KNOW AT WWW.KWNYC.COM/CAREERS Share on Facebook Read More
New York Mortgage Banker, Steve Hartstein Gives Some Insight into What’s Going on in Lending
I had the opportunity to talk to my friend and colleague, Steve Hartstein of First Meridian Mortgage, a residential Manhattan-based mortgage company, about the current climate of lending. I asked Steve if he’s noticed any significant changes and what we can expect in 2011. The Fourth Quarter of 2010 “Since the end of the fourth quarter of 2010, I’ve witnessed a major push by lenders to introduce new and innovative products for buyers. The... Read More
Social Media Versus “Old-School” Methods–Which is Better?
With everything we have at our disposal as real estate professionals today, those of us who remember the days of buying and selling without all the social media tools are rethinking how we go about generating leads, contacting potential clients and ultimately, doing what our main goals is: To sell real estate. Which is more important–your social skills or your social media skills? Is one more important than the other and if you’re lacking... Read More
New York Real Estate: How Will the New Real Estate Regulations on April 1st Affect the Market?
Spring is here and for most of us in the real estate industry that means interest is up, people are considering moving, and in Manhattan, the demand for prime real estate is on the rise. But what about the changes on the financing front and how will that affect buyers’ decisions? How will it affect our business as real estate professionals and those companies and individuals we work with? As of April 1, 2011, there’s going to be a change and... Read More
Buyer Tips–What You Need to Know Before Signing on the Dotted Line
You’ve found the perfect Manhattan apartment and you’re ready to make an offer. Below are a few things you’ll need to do in order to make the buying process less stressful and more successful! • Determine a budget and get pre-qualified. Your agent can provide you with a list of lenders to choose from; however, it may also a good idea to shop around yourself for the best rates and terms. Your lender will determine what type of loan is best... Read More
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