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Sellers Agenda I am looking forward to the opportunity to meet you and learn more about your goals. It is my job to educate you about the market and help you to establish a competitive position that will create a favorable response from today’s buyers. Please know that my mission is to get you where you want to go on time! This booklet is for your review. I will pick it up when we meet. It has some disclosure forms that you can review and fill out along with information about me and our service. This prelisting presentation is designed to help you better understand me, my company and the process of marketing and selling your home. Reviewing this information, in advance, will help you to know what questions to ask and what needs to be clarified when I arrive. Our appointment should be about 1 hour, during which time we should accomplish the following: • Tour your home to discover the most marketable features • Review your needs, goals and any concerns you may have • Discuss current market conditions and how they may affect you • Discuss traditional marketing as well as my unique strategies to reach today’s buyers • Answer any questions you have about hiring me to represent you in the sale of your home If this time frame does not work for you, or if you have other thoughts on the agenda, please let me know so that I may customize this appointment to meet your needs...
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Patty Trantham Bringing extensive knowledge of the real estate market, Patty is an accomplished and respected Realtor in the Jacksonville and surrounding areas. Patty offers her clients an outstanding level of service. Her formal education and training with her many years of experience in residential property allows Patty to excel at every level of the real estate transaction. What really matters is you. Your goals are my goals. So much information is available to you, so many questions. Will someone call me back? Will this realtor negotiate for my best terms and price? You want and deserve answers, service, someone that is really working for you, no games, a real professional-bottom line. Client-focused approaches to real estate are common but few have embraced them the way Patty has with Coldwell Banker Vanguard in Jacksonville and the surrounding areas. With a remarkable referral base and community programs that encourage a symbiotic relationship between the real estate community and the neighborhoods they serve. Respected by her colleagues for her problem solving and leadership skill, Patty possesses the singular ability to empower agents and create a collaborative, cooperative transaction. Extensive experience as a full-time Realtor and dedication to ongoing education in her field, Patty provides an unsurpassed choice for anyone ready to purchase or sell a home. Know by clients and colleagues alike for her tenacity, perseverance, honesty and fairness. Patty also enjoys a stellar reputation for quick, timely response to each client’s needs and concerns. Her telephone and email are always at hand. The result of that consummates professionalism in her extensive portfolio of referrals from past and present clients. Where does this success come from? From understanding the ageless concept of customer service. A successful career is made up of full-time hard work, that is customer focused. My goal is to be your life long real estate agent! Patty’s enthusiasm for her job is matched only by her love for her clients. With her sharp business sense and her engaging personality, there is nothing she can’t tackle. As Jacksonville, St. Johns, Clay and the Beaches grow, Patty will be right there with it, ready to meet every new challenge. Thank you for this opportunity to help and assist you in your Real Estate needs both now and in the future! Warmest Regards,
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Meet My Marketing Team My team of marketing specialists will helps us achieve maximum exposure. From flyers to buyers!
Brenda Taylor Team Leader Program Designs
Lisa Ackerman
Customer Care Programs Seasonal Products Postcard Campaigns
Jen Moothart
Previews Team Electronic Marketing
Eddy Litchfield Previews Team Video Specialist Graphic Design
Adriana Plasencia Social Media Programs Market Maker Property Marketing
Gabby Nicholson & Dave Tercha Property Photography
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Call Center Is OPEN 7 days a week.
All agent showing requests as well as customer contacts are managed through the CBV call center. Valuable information about your home is quickly routed directly to your agent.
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My Commitment To You •
I will hold your interest paramount at all times and pledge honesty and truthfulness in all dealings.
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The service you receive from me will be caring, compassionate and timely. I will listen to your needs and concerns and will treat them as if they were my own.
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I will provide advice and counsel regarding your sale, including information and input about price and suggestions to enhance salability.
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I will be positive and enthusiastic about your property and promote it vigorously throughout our personal networking sources as well as within all other marketing avenues.
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I will keep you informed on a weekly basis and will provide you with updates of current market activities that affect your property, reports on other agent showings, and the status of our marketing efforts.
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I will answer your phone calls the same day, assist in finding answers to your questions, and find solutions for you.
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I will advise you and then negotiate on your behalf with potential buyers to secure the best price.
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I will follow through from now until closing---and beyond; I will be with you every step of the way in this process. If there is an issue with any aspect of the transaction before or after the closing, I will do all in my power to assist you in finding a solution.
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You have my promise that your real estate experience with me will be as seamless as possible. I will follow up and do all I say I will do, that is why I put it in writing!
As you know, many Real Estate agents are unwilling to offer this level of service. I choose to perform this way because I truly believe that when someone receives this type of personal service they feel compelled to refer the people they care about to such a professional. I am that professional, and I want to be your REALTOR–for life.
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The Road To Getting Your Home On The Market Step 1: Home Staging
First Impressions are everything and you only get one chance to make a good one! Have you noticed that brand new homes seem to sell no matter the market? That’s because builders create beautiful model homes with strong visual and emotional appeal. Buyers are drawn to these fresh, well-decorated and well-maintained homes. The goal is to present your home at its very best in order to sell quickly and for the highest price. (See the Guide to Home Staging for more information)
Step 2: Schedule Photography Remember, the first “showing” of your home will likely be on-line so photographs mean everything! The National Association of Realtors stated in a 2010 study that 84% of homebuyers said that photos and detailed property descriptions are the most important feature when searching for homes on-line. Everyday buyers make decisions about which homes to see and - which to skip – If you can’t get them in the house then you can’t sell the house… In this case, pictures are worth a lot more than a thousand words – (think dollars!)
Step 3: Confirm Homeowners Association Information Step 4: Research Covenants & Restrictions Step 5: Coordinate Showing Instructions Step 6: Test Key on Door and Place Lockbox Step 7: Place Sign in Yard Step 8: Enter Listing into Multiple Listings System (MLS) Confirm geo-tag for address mapping Confirm all details and features (over 100 fields) Create description that sells Confirm tax records and attach to listing Confirm directions to property Upload documents – HOA Disclosure, Survey, Floorplan, Sellers Disclosure, Covenants & Restrictions, Special Features Sheet (if needed)
Step 9: Edit and Upload Professional Photos Step 10: Syndicate Listing to Over 500 Websites
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Marketing: A thru Z Step 11: The Marketing Checklist
A. Send listing documents to corporate office B. Send hard copy of listing documents to seller C. Prepare 30 Day Letter to seller D. Create and send new seller contact info to coordinator and add to agent database E. Add to customer servicing call list F. Set up listing on Coldwell Banker Vanguard site G. Distribution of listings to many websites H. Add YouTube video to partner sites I. Enhance listing on Realtor.com J. Set up listing on Trulia to be featured K. Set up Seller to receive Trulia reports L. Enhance listing on Zillow.com M. Add listing to other personal website(s) (when available) N. Create virtual tour O. Create flyers for inside brochure & mailing P. Create Neighborhood mailings Q. Upload documents to MLS R. Upload community pictures to MLS and partner sites S. Prepare property marketing T. Prepare additional printed or electronic marketing (when necessary) U. Set up seller on Listingbook & send notification email V. Send seller Listingbook Brochure & Letter W. Customer Care Coordinator to make calls to active buyers agents in the area and price range X. Create Announce My Listing Y. “Y”… Z. …It’s all about You!
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Leverage The Power Of The Brand
Global presence in 49 countries and 3,300 offices worldwide. Over 100 years of Real Estate experience. ColdwellBanker.com generates over 730,000 inquires per month!
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Real Trends Top 500 Report Coldwell Banker boasts the highest sales volume of any national real estate franchise.
176% higher than the nearest competitor!
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Your Homes First Showing Is Online Make It Count!*
I give your home a voice with professional photography detailing every area of your property. From entry to exit, loft to lanai, bed to bath...it’s all there for the prospective buyer to enjoy.
88% 91%
of buyers begin their home search on-line. of those buyers use a RealtorÂŽ
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The Best Marketing for your home is the Internet.
900%
Buyers are more likely to find the home they purchase on the Internet than in a newspaper.
3,400%
Buyers are more likely to find the home they purchase on the Internet than in a homebook.
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Leaders In Mobile Coverage
50% of all searches
Multi-screen approach to reach the new generation of buyers; • The first national real estate brand to customize our site for smart phone screens such as the Blackberry and iPhone allowing search for home values. • The first to have listings on GPS. • Offers apps that uses GPS technology to search for recently sold homes, homes for sale in their area or users can initiate a search.
A listing distribution strategy: • Delivers listings to sites such as Google, Yahoo, Real Estate and more. • Is compatible on iPhone, iPad, Android & Blackberry
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happen on a mobile device
51% – Read general home information
48% – Get directions in order to visit a home
44% – Compare prices
35% – Compare features
35% – Search a listing company’s inventory
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Internet Distribution Work with me and I will have your property placed
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on dozens of real estate search sites.
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Internet Marketing Internet exposure is KEY these days to selling your home. I will exposes your home all over the world. We are everywhere you want to be when you are selling your home.
Top Rated Real Estate Websites
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Your Home Becomes Part of the Premium Listing Program on
Ad Space
Direct Contact To Me
Trulia.com has more than 23 million visitors to their site every month. Of those 42% are prequalified for a mortgage – That means buyers! 19
Exposure That Is Provided By Many Of My Competitors
Limited Photos Large ads not relevant to your property Basic listing on Realtor.com速 The more buyers we can interest, the better chance we have of finding one who will meet your price, terms and desired closing date.
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I Will Provide Showcase Superiority That Looks Like This Your home will be more visible to buyers. I receive customer leads directly so I can personally respond to buyers. There are additiona l enhancements I can add to your listing to show off the best features. More exposure for your property 25+ Jumbo photos
My contact information not a competitors advertisement
Listing video tours Promote open houses
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Approximately 9 million people zoom to Zillow each month! 7 million people visit Yahoo Real Estate, which is now fed by Zillow! Marketing for your home includes: • Multiple photos
• Creative home description
• Pricing information • Open house details
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CONSUMER EXPERIENCE
We follow today’s consumer trends. We will put your property where the customers are looking.
INDUSTRY/ADVERTISER RELATIONS
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Worldwide Exposure For Your Home Coldwell Banker Vanguard houses over 400 property videos daily on its own channel
Additional helpful videos can be found at YouTube.com/cbvanguardrealty
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Also Included Exposure From Coldwell Banker On Location The first dedicated real estate video channel
Innovation for today’s tech-savey consumer. Search Detailed maps, listings and more...
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My Premier Marketing Provides: Total Internet Exposure
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Magnificent 4 bedroom/2 bath home in desirable Southside Location. Tile, new carpet and paint throughout. Plantation shutters, formal living, dining and family room with fireplace. Tiled, glass florida room with own a/c. Immaculately kept on a preserve lot. All kitchen appliances convey. Very open and
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Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 2 Square Feet: 2,078 Offered at: $285,000
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property is listed with a real estate broker, please disregard. It is not our intention to solicit the offerings of other real estate brokers. We are happy to work with them perate fully. ©2012 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. A Realogy Company. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC fully supports the principles of the using Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Each Office Is Independently Owned And Operated. Coldwell Banker, the Coldwell Banker Logo and “We Never Stop Moving” stered service marks owned by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Print Marketing Just Listed postcards to help you sell your home faster!
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Connecting You To The World Of Buyers Coldwell Banker Vanguard Realty is affiliated with the market leader in Relocation Services, Cartus速. That means I have the ability to bring buyers from all over the globe right to your front door.
Coldwell Banker Vanguard Realty $104 million in relocation sales in 2012!
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Previews速 A legacy of upscale real estate. Coldwell Banker International Home Luxury Program
We have the tools to assist you in your luxury business. Currently, Coldwell Banker Preview速 International handles an average of one hundred and fifty three million dollars in luxury home sales every day. Innovator, Henderson Talbot founded the Previews速 program in 1933.
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Showing Feedback
You need to know what potential buyers are saying about your home. I will provide you with showing feedback weekly.
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Pricing Your Home Factors that don’t affect the value of your property • What You Paid
• What Another Associate Says
• What You Need
• What It Would Cost To Rebuild Today
• What You Want • What Your Neighbor Says
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Ultimately selling price was lower than if the home would have been positioned properly in the beginning. Price Reductions Competitive Range Seller Chooses initial market position
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Five Critical Elements Of A Sale Asking Price
This is the number one factor in the sale of your home. Our sales and marketing program provide exposure to a large segment of potential buyers. The actual market value is then determined by what a buyer is willing to pay.
Property Location
The second most important factor in the buyer’s mind is location. The proximity to area amenities and schools is typically a concern. In addition, street traffic, proximity to expressways and public transportation are considerations.
Property Condition
Buyers look at the structural and mechanical integrity as well as the upkeep and cosmetic appeal of a property. Neutral décor, including floor and wall covering, appliances and fixtures offer the broadest appeal to potential buyers.
Market Condition
Interest rates, competition from other properties, the economy and consumer confidence all influence the sale of your home. Each of these factors is beyond our control, so, we must respond to these conditions with the appropriate marketing and price considerations.
Contract Terms
The terms of a sale can make or break the contract. House sale contingencies, closing dates, and exclusions of accessories or fixtures should always be handled clearly up front in order to avoid any confusion that could affect the sale.
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I Will Help You Price Your Home Effectively Price is a range Don’t believe anyone who has the Right Price The objective is to get to the top of the Range Higher Prices Attract Few Buyers Higher Price
Fair Market Value
Fair Market Price
Lower Price
Lower Prices Attract Many Buyers
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These People Will Price Your Home: Whose opinion counts least? • The Seller (you) • The Buyer • Your Agent • The Appraiser
I know the formula for pricing successfully!
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There Are Two Important Issues To Remember About Price It is easier to come down than to go up. The Seller sets the price
The market will tell us if the price is right. The Buyer determines the value
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As Your Agent My Duties Are: • Report to you.
• Listen to what the market tells us. • Expose your house to the entire market. • Overcome objections.
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As Your Agent Your Duties Are:
• Be the employer. • Be comfortable with the initial price. • Set the initial price based on market trends. • Control the condition of the property. • Control the properties availability to be shown.
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Get Ready To Show... Before you show your home to any potential buyer be sure to go through your entire house with your agent to finish the staging process. Meanwhile, here are some quick tips to help you start. Follow these general tips and your home will look better than the completion. Staged Homes sell faster and /or for more money! INSIDE • Clear all unnecessary objects from furniture throughout the house. Keep decorative objects on the furniture restricted to groups of 1, 3 or 5 items. In general, a sparsely decorated home helps the buyer mentally “move in” with their own things. • Rearrange or remove some of the furniture in your home, if necessary. Many times home owners have too much furniture in a room. When it comes to selling your home, thin out overcrowded rooms to make the rooms appear larger. • Clear all unnecessary objects from the kitchen countertops. If it hasn’t been used for three months...put it away! Clear refrigerator of messages, magnets, pictures, etc. • In the bathroom, remove any unnecessary items from the countertops, tub, shower stall and commode top. Keep only the most necessary cosmetics, brushes, perfumes, etc., in one small group on the counter. Coordinate towels in one or two colors only. • Take down, reduce, or rearrange pictures and objects on walls. Patch and paint all walls, if necessary. • Review the house interior, room by room, and 1. Paint any room needing paint. 2. Clean carpet and draperies that need it. 3. Clean windows. • If you need room to store extra possessions use the garage or rent a storage unit. • Leave on certain lights during the day (your agent will show you which ones). During showings turn on ALL lights and lamps.
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Get Ready To Go...
OUTSIDE • Go around the perimeter of the house and move all garbage cans, discarded wood scraps, extra building materials, etc., to the garage or, if applicable, take them to the dump. • Check gutters and roof for dry rot and moss. Make sure they are swept and cleaned. • Look at all plants. Plants are like children...they grow so fast. Prune bushes and trees. Keep plants from blocking windows: “You can’t sell a house if you can’t see it.” • Remove any dead plants, weed all planting areas and put down fresh mulching material. • Keep your lawn freshly cut, edged and fertilized during the growing season. • Clear patios or decks of all small items, such as little planters, flower pots, charcoal, BBQ, toys, etc. • Check the condition of the paint on your home, especially the trim and the front door. The first impression, or “curb appeal” is very important. IN GENERAL Try to look at your house “through the buyer’s eyes,” as though you’ve never seen it before. This exercise will help you see what needs to be done. Any time and money invested on these items will usually bring you the return of more money and a quicker sale.
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My Service Speaks For Itself rous hours Patty Trantham exceeded my expectations in every way. She spent nume educated us showing my husband and I homes until we found just the right one. She anything after on the North Florida market. Followed up with us to see if we needed h we were her closing and continues to be part of our life. She represented us as thoug e. family. She should be commended for her outstanding professional servic - Adam and Erin Houch
I have recommend Patty Trantham and Coldwell Banker Vanguard to many military families relocating to the area. Not only is Patty a dedicated professional but she is an advocate for the community. Patty took the time and listen to our needs and found us exactly what we were looking for. - Lieutenant John Lawson
r I have ever Patty Trantham is the most hardworking, honest, caring professional Realto er. She always met. She does what she says and treats you like you are her only custom recommend returned phone calls promptly. Our closing was smooth and on time. We Patty to all our friends and co-workers. - Clay Ward
Attention to details, paperwork flawless, closings on time, Patty is a true professional. From the moment of her listing presentation to the most marketing one of our homes has ever had, we had a contract on the house in no time. Patty went over everything in detail and we could not recommend her more highly. – Geng Tan
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Patty Trantham REALTOR® Services that SPAN the Rivers of Jacksonville Coldwell Banker Vanguard Realty 12276 San Jose Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32223 PattyTrantham@Vanguardcb.com PattyTrantham.Vanguardcb.com direct 904-449-2403 fax 904-230-7794
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If your property is listed with a real estate broker, please disregard. It is not our intention to solicit the offerings of other real estate brokers. We are happy to work with them and cooperate fully. ©2013 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. A Realogy Company. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Each Office Is Independently Owned And Operated. Coldwell Banker, the Coldwell Banker Logo and “I Never Stop Moving” are registered service marks owned by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.