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t’s hard to believe that the Austin Board of REALTORS (ABoR) Foundation originated more than four decades ago in 1978. From day one, the organization’s primary focus was to connect Central Texas REALTORS to the community by supporting causes associated with education, housing and disaster relief. In fact, the scholarship fund is one of the Foundation’s most popular and longest-running programs. More than 300 scholarships have been awarded since the Foundation’s inception and more $300,000 in scholar-
ships have been awarded in the last six years. In 2014, ABoR’s board of directors introduced a key organizational change — they made the community relations committee part of the Foundation. “It provided a way to expand the Foundation’s scope of core activities,” says Theresa Brown, the 2019 chair of ABoR Foundation. The Foundation partners with several community organizations and sponsors at least two major projects per year. To get an idea how members participated last year, here is a brief rundown: • Scholarships, valued at nearly $60,000, were awarded to 23 high school students enrolling
in college in Texas, plus two alumni recipients. • Volunteers participated in a home repair day on a home occupied by an East Austin senior. • To help housebound seniors and adults with disabilities cope with Central Texas’ unrelenting summer temperatures, members donated money and fans. The Summer Fan Drive is an annual event for the community’s most at-risk individuals. The previous year, ABoR Foundation presented Family Eldercare with a $7,500 check and more than 100 fans.
• More than 180 volunteers built a home for a deserving Austin resident, in partnership with Habitat for Humanity. Thanks to 2018’s Holiday Blitz Build, an art teacher was presented with the keys to her own brand new home. Additional initiatives went toward ending homelessness in Austin and an annual awards presentation — “Most Worthy Citizen.” The yearly ceremony celebrates a Central Texas citizen who has made a meaningful impact on the community. THRIVES: Continued on page 20
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Important words that can set you free! RealtyLine's publisher Doren Carver, far right, and Associate Publisher Tawanna Verock, second from left, contributes to TREPAC as a Major Investor, Sterling R level. Bill Evans of Austin Real Pros and Tami Baker of Blue Line Realty accepted the contribution on behalf of TREPAC.
The Texas Real Estate Political Action Committee (TREPAC) works to protect the livelihood and future earnings potential of Central Texas REALTORS®.
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Real estate can be a rough
career, no less, many agents allow
driving around town showing
industry. You can’t say it’s like
bad behaviors to go on entirely
properties, giving frequent up-
playing chess compared to the
too long. After spending dozens
dates on your work, plus the cost
other checkers-playing careers
of hours on schooling and train-
of gas and wear and tear on your
in the service industry because in
ing, and maybe even working
car, even if the relationship ends
chess, there’s no emotional body
more than
slamming. RealtyLine has spoken
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with industry insiders who say
until real
the career is not exactly “worse”
estate can
than other service jobs. “Abusive
pay the bills,
is the word I’m looking for,” says
firing every
Eunice Garza, an agent with Resi-
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dent Realty.
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made you
in a closing, your fee actually gets
estate agent, she’s had to fire a
feel like an Uber driver/tour
smaller and smaller. Some clients
few clients over the course of her
guide doesn’t always seem very
have no problem pulling the rug
career. On average, Garza has
judicious. It’s hard to fire a client
out from under an agent's feet
only fired less than one client a
after you’ve invested so much
and deciding to go with someone
year, which is a pretty standard
time in them.
different, regardless of how much
or
number for experienced agent/
There are a few ways of look-
time or money you’ve invested
brokers. Those starting out in the
ing at this situation. On the one
in working together. It’s really
business, however, don’t know
hand, you can keep investing your
important for your career and
when it’s time to fire a client, or
time. But with each
how to do it. At the start of their
hour you spend
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President’s Column By Kevin Scanlan • 2019 President
Education, Education, Education REALTORS deal with complex situations, deals and clients on a regular basis. It’s just part of the job. The best way to handle unforeseen situations and manage challenging clients is to be as prepared as possible. How do you do that? Three words: education, education, education. The better educated you are, the bigger your competitive edge. You’ll be more knowledgeable than your peers and better prepared to handle all clients and unforeseen situations. This is why the Austin Board of REALTORS offers the ABoR Academy, one of the largest REALTOR professional development programs in the state. From contract to close, the ABoR Academy helps agents sharpen skills that make them strong negotiators and even stronger closers. We offer hundreds of courses every year on a multitude of topics, from mandatory renewal education to deep dives into niche topics such as property management, social media marketing and global. And unlike other education providers,
we’re able to offer our courses multiple times per year at three Austin-area locations —plus your brokerage, if you want. Through our ABoR Academy Outreach Program, our trainers will come and teach any ABoR Academy course at your office at no additional cost. All you have to do is email academy@abor.com to schedule a training. Whether you’re a new agent looking to fulfill your Salesperson Apprentice Education (SAE) credits or an experienced REALTOR looking for your next designation, I highly encourage you to sign up for a course or designation through the ABoR Academy. And if you’re not yet sold, here’s two more ways you can use the ABoR Academy to build your business: 1. Get the inside scoop from our instructors: Many of our award-winning instructors are active REALTORS and brokers who frequently share helpful stories, facts and insights beyond what’s offered in the curriculum. 2. Find Your Next Mentor: The ABoR Academy is careful to balance our class sizes
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to offer valuable experience for attendees. Don’t just sit down and listen — network with fellow attendees and look around the room to identify possible mentors who have been where you want to be. We recognize professional development needs to be both affordable and accessible, which is why we believe in meeting the needs of our members no matter where they are, at a lower cost for ABoR members. From handson classes, live-streamed programs, and our new speaker series (ABoR.com/SpeakerSeries), ABoR wants all members to have all the necessary tools to excel.
Too busy to make a class in person? You can easily renew your license and earn TRECapproved CE credits on the go with our online education provider, AceableAgent, anytime, anywhere, from any device. Learn more at ABoR.com/AceableAgent. Let ABoR Academy take your business to the next level and be sure to check out our upcoming classes to help you become a powerful negotiator. For more information, go to ABoR. com/Academy. Register for upcoming courses by visiting our events calendar at ABoR.com/ Calendar. RL
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President’s Column By Cyndi Bell • 2019 President
Got an annoying client? It could be your fault!
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n your career, long or short, we’ve all had “that client.” The annoying, needy, pushes-your-button client. I’d ask you to take a moment and rethink because it may be your annoying, needy, pushesyour-button client is your inability to set and meet their expectations. Wait. What? Expectation management is an art form. Ask yourself a question about your annoying, needy, pushes-your-button client. “Did I set clear processes, expectations and delivery goals from our first interaction?” If the answer is no, then maybe it’s time for a relationship reset. How many times have you indicated to a client something like, “I'll get it to you in the next few days?” This ambiguous timeline adds zero value to you or the client. What typically happens in this scenario is the client is wondering: “when were they going to get back,” “should I call them,” “are they too busy for me,” “they are ignoring me.” You’re thinking you’ll get back to them in three days; they’re thinking one. Now, your ambiguity jeopardizes your ability to meet expectations
of your client. How many times have you thought “If they ask to see one more house…” Ask yourself again. Did I set a clear process and expectations before I ever started showing properties? If the answer is no, then maybe it’s time for a relationship reset. Have you unintentionally given permission to your client not to buy a house? Are you even showing property that meets their needs? Do you really know what “it” is they are looking for? Maybe your client is wondering…. “they keep showing houses that don’t meet our needs”… “this is a waste of time”… “they aren’t listening to me.” Consider your client’s inability to decide is that you’ve not uncovered their real need in their next home. It may be time to sit back down and complete a post-mortem on the properties you’ve shown and really find out why your buyer client can’t seem to move into action. How many times have you thought “why are they calling, texting, emailing me at all hours?” Ask yourself. Did I set expectations or inadvertently give them permission to contact me at
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all hours? Did you set the expectation that you’re available 24/7? Your client is a night owl, you’re an early bird. They are texting you at 11 p.m. and you’re already in bed. They remember you saying you are available 24/7. Consider setting the expectation at your first meeting for when you will be returning calls and emails from the day. And don’t forget, if you set the expectation, you need to stick to it. Setting expectations and delivering on the expectations builds trust. Trust allows you and your client to work together and build a relationship that will pay dividends for years to come. Get clear on managing expectations and when you experience something that didn’t go as ex-
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pected. Look back and ask, “what could I have done to avoid that?" Whatever the answer is, it must become part of the process going forward. Once you’ve “fixed” you, then you can take inventory and eliminate “bad or annoying” clients. Bad and annoying clients suck your energy, your enthusiasm, your time and profits. And if they are really “so bad” ask yourself, how did I end up working with them in the first place? What kind of conversations and qualifiers did I have in place at the beginning of the relationship? So, before you slap the label on an annoying, needy, pushes-your-button client, take time to fix yourself. RL
Event & Education Schedule April 2019
6 WCREALTORS Golf Tournament
23 Mimosas & Masterminds
10 Legal Update I
23 Article 12 & TREC
10 Legal Update II
24 Advanced Property Management
15 Broker Responsibility
25 REALTORS Property Resource
18 Law of Contracts - Pre License
26 New Member Orientation
29 New Member Orientation
26 NAR Code of Ethics 27 Principles 2 - Pre-License
15 Essential of Septic
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7 Legal Update I
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Creating Customers for Life AFTER CLOSING BEST PRACTICES Days 1 - 30
Days 31 - 60
Days 60+
Bring/deliver food on moving day
Offer one housekeeper visit
Telephone call - what do they need?
Arrange cleaning service prior to moving in/out
Provide information on community services
Send maintenance checklist
Follow up telehpone call using FORD (Family, Occupation, Recreation, Dreams)
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Host morning coffee for neighbors
Drop off “survival kit” with paper products (toilet, cleaning, etc.)
Take digital photos of home, e-mail instructions on how to forward to family, friends
Arrange for locksmith to re-key home Provide new address labels
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Include in client appreciation day Host a balloon ride to see neighborhood from air Cleaning crew for master bedrooom/bath List of your top restaurant picks Guide to fun things to do in area Give a book about the city Market stats personalized to their area Daylight saving time reminder Links to websites clients would be interested in Email contest Send relevant articles Send house & garden tips Send seasonal & birthday cards Notepads personalized to client 25 stamps to cover next postage increase Send goodies Sport team schedules Magazine subscription
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pring has arrived in Austin and the real estate industry continues to flourish! As our thoughts turn to a new season and our work environment becomes busier, it’s important to take time to reflect on where to invest your time and resources. Because we live in an age of innovation, technology and communication, having strategic partnerships across business sectors is no longer simply a social option. It is a necessity that will keep our local businesses competitive in a fluid, changing market. With that in mind, I would like to personally invite you to consider getting involved with the Home Builders Association (HBA) of Greater Austin. Since 1953, the HBA has served six surrounding counties — Bastrop, Caldwell, Hays, Lee, Travis and Williamson — and works with government, public, business and community organizations to advance the practice and professionalism in the home building industry and to ensure that all people in the Greater Austin area live in strong communities and affordable homes that enable them to thrive.
We have found that people join not only for the networking and advocacy benefits, but to feel like they belong to a professional family that is working toward the greater good of the industry. The relationships people form is why we continue to grow and are over 750 members strong. Here are five reasons to consider getting involved with the HBA: 1. Education: There are many opportunities to grow professionally through seminars, workshops, and continuing education courses. As a member, you also have membership in the Texas Association of Builders (TAB) and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), thus gaining access to local, state and national educational resources with one membership. 2. Collaboration: Networking events allow for builders, REALTORS and industry related companies to come together to learn and grow. Throughout the year, there are numerous events and meetings held at various venues, from the golf course to the classroom to the ballroom. It is easy to get active in the
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industry. We are always on the lookout for local issues that affect our industry and take a very active role to improve the situation on behalf of our members, with numerous wins on issues like Code Next and the City of Austin Electrical Inspection Relief to name a few. We are committed to protecting your business interests, giving you a voice, and keeping you informed. Gain insight to issues that we face in the present so we can plan for the future. These are only a few of the reasons we invite you to join the HBA. If you are interested in learning more, please reach out to me, a staff member, or any one of our board directors. Or check out our website for our next event and join us! Henry Ford once said “Coming together is a beginning, keeping together is a process, working together is a success.” I look forward to accomplishing all of this, together. RL
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Director's Column By Susanna Boyer • 2019 Director
How to know when to say goodbye to an annoying client!
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s a real estate agent, there is no doubt you will come across a client that, no matter what you do, will prove to be a difficult one. They’ll have unrealistic expectations, make outrageous requests or even worse, drag your name through the dirt if or when you decide it’s not worth your time. Here are a few examples of annoying clients who can make you rethink your job choice. Mr. Overexcited and Mrs. Underprepared: These are the buyers who want to see 50 homes over the next couple of days, but refuse to get pre-approved, so they don’t even know how much they qualify to spend! Mr. and Mrs. Undercut: We’ve all had that buyer client that you’ve been working with for six months, but they drive around, call on every “for sale” sign, talk to listing agents, ask them to show the house, write the offer, but never mention that they are already working with another REALTOR! Mrs. Unrealistic: This is the one who texts you at midnight and expects to see a property at 9 a.m. in the morning. Mr. I’ll Do What I Want: You know this
one! This is the seller who refuses to keep the house clean and won’t agree to showings except at certain times and certain days and won’t allow a sign or a lock box! Mrs. I Really Didn’t Want Your Opinion: This is the seller who asks your professional opinion on what they should do to make the home more saleable, yet they won’t do any of the things that you tell them to do. Mr. and Mrs. Pie in the Sky: We’ve all been fed a piece of this pie — the seller that will not lower their price, no matter how many times you tell them that it is overpriced. Mr. and Mrs. Cutthroat: This is the favorite of all REALTORS (wink, wink). This is the client (buyer or seller) who wants part of your commission because you “make so much money” for doing very little. Wait! What? All of these examples are education opportunities, but after you’ve told them so many times and they still don’t get it, it’s time to let them go. Refer them to someone and get a referral fee. At least in this scenario, you get paid and don’t have to deal with the chaos. RL
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Interest rates: expectation and reality by Harold J. Copher
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oday’s mortgage applicant is much better informed than when I originated my first loan in 1998. No doubt about that. Interest rates remain the focal point of discussions today, just as they did yesterday. Everyone wants the lowest rate, but the two most misunderstood aspects of interest rate shopping remain the same: The rate/ cost paradigm and market volatility. First, consider these two points regarding interest rates that should hold true from lender to lender. The longer the period of time you are asking for a fixed interest rate mortgage; the higher the rate will be. For the same client, a 15 or 20 year fixed-rate term is likely at a lower interest rate than a comparable 30-year, fixed-rate term. Next, the dollars invested in the transaction cost works inversely with respect to the interest rate. The more dollars invested in lender fees, the lower the rate should be and vice versa. The concept of “no cost loans” is a marketing and sales effort. There are third party and internal operational costs associated with providing your client with a mortgage loan. Nobody works for free, right? However, there may be flexibility as to who pays those costs. The lender may be willing to absorb those costs if the client is willing to accept a slightly higher interest rate. In addition, there are usually options to prepay interest in advance in the form of a discount to improve the
interest rate received. Unlike most consumer loans, mortgage interest rates can change day-to-day and sometimes within the same day. That is because these interest rates are market based —influenced by investor demand for mortgage backed securities. It is a marketplace driven by those in need of funds to acquire real estate interfacing with investors willing to accept an income stream based on economic conditions and the risk associated with investment in the housing market. When referring to economic conditions, I think it is wise to realize that the term encompasses both expectation and reality. Start by thinking of the concept in terms most are familiar with — stock prices or securities for a public company registered and traded on one of the exchanges. For example, if there is an announcement in the mainstream media that the U.S.-China trade discussions appear to have stalled, then the market value of stock in firms impacted by those failed negotiations will change. However, if the negotiations were actually ongoing and a new agreement was finalized, then the market value of those securities impacted by the new agreement would react again based on the reality of that occurrence. The market value was impacted by the perceived failure, and then again by the reality of the terms of the new agreement.
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There are certainly many factors impacting investor demand for mortgage backed securities on a day-to-day basis. Some expected and some not expected. There will be times when our home buyer gets caught in a timeline where the market value of mortgage backed securities and the rate quoted is impacted by an expectation, a reality or both. Several years ago, I remember a monthly inflationary index reported at much higher than expected. Interest rates increased that day based on the newly reported index. The next month, the agency issued the new numbers and revised the previous month’s report downward, citing an error in the original computation. That error came at a
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bad time for clients locking the interest rate for their new 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage. I don’t remember the impact of the erroneous report causing anyone to re-think their home buying plan, but they did receive a slightly higher interest rate or an increase in their transaction cost to retain the original rate, sadly due to a market reaction driven by what proved to be false information. There have been several recent articles noting how some analysts are fearful that recent trends in the stock and bond markets could be signaling an economic downturn. These forecasts may or may not prove to be true, but the expectation of a downturn or evidence to the contrary could impact our mortgage rates in the short-term. RL
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What’s in Store for 2019 and Beyond? Foundation board members and volunteers continue to identify various community needs for which to provide meaningful volunteer opportunities. The Foundation also sources programs for which to provide financial support. Cross says that one of the biggest goals she has is to “educate the public on our generous REALTOR community and all they ways they work to give back.” One area in which Cross sees room for improvement is with the scholarship program. The Foundation receives hundreds of applications from students in Travis, Williamson and Hays counties. This year’s match-for-match initiative will award even more students, says Cross. With a $1,000 donation, the Foundation will provide a 100 percent matching contribution. Plus, members and their agencies are encouraged to create an ABoR Foundation scholarship in honor of an individual, business or estate. A
$1,500 donation will go toward the creation of a $2,500 scholarship (which includes the Foundation’s match) in the name of the member’s choosing. How You Can Help All ABoR members are encouraged to keep the $10 voluntary box checked during association billing, which occurs three times per year. “We’re trying to get in front of our members in every way possible,” Cross says. And to that end, members are asked to learn more about the Foundation’s community outreach and charitable efforts at www.abor.org/foundation. There, individuals — and their agencies — can sign up for volunteer opportunities, donate and participate in fundraising raffles. For those who want to engage with the Foundation in planning activities, there are several committees that meet on an ongoing basis and invite the membership’s participation. RL
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pringing into the busy real estate season can bring challenging clients your way. As REALTORS, difficult clients come with the territory. It is our responsibility to represent our brand and profession, which means maintaining composure and delivering the best advice and information available. Educating our clients is very important. Think it through because there are many different types of difficult real estate clients who all respond differently. We have the historian, the know-it-all, the over-analyzer, the reality TV junkie, the non-listener, the low baller, the delusional and the social animal who loves to bring friends and family with them. You can make the best of challenging clients by accepting them for who they are, picking your battles and be like a duck by letting their behavior roll off your back. You shouldn't create information overload for your clients. Agents can often create trouble for themselves when they share too much information on the inner workings of a transaction. This can cause unnecessary stress to the clients. You should accept who you are and recognize your limitations with challenging clients. If you are not good at dealing with them, consider bringing in someone who has experience in these types of clients to help
with the transaction or refer them to another agent. Firing a client is an option but consult with your broker before firing them. The broker is liable for your actions and should always be informed before a situation gets to the point of terminating an agreement. It's important to understand why your clients are being difficult and have the resources and understanding to provide a solution. We must be proactive rather than reactive. It’s our responsibility to make sure that we are educated with the most updated practices, methods and housing market trends to impart our wisdom onto our clients. Once clients have a clearer understanding of the market, they have a more defined appreciation of the hard work and effort put into the process by the agent. We have to stay sharp and knowledgeable and be a constant source of reassurance and education for our clients. Check out Women's Council of REALTORS Austin's calendar and attend our motivational, educational and inspirational meetings and events. Like our Facebook page. Our brokers, title companies, lenders, and of course our boards offer plenty of information. Now go sell, sell, sell! If you are interested in more information, please contact me at 512-296-8187 or at Lishjennifer@gmail.com. RL
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ince 1973, RE/MAX agents have been working tirelessly to help homebuyers find homes that match their lifestyles. RE/MAX has a network of over 125,000 productive real estate agents and is growing with a 4.4 percent total agent count increase in 2018. “Our network of agents specializes in both residential and commercial in more than 110 countries and territories around the world,” says Dana Tuggle, vice president of RE/MAX’s central region. “The RE/MAX mission is to be the worldwide real estate leader, achieving our goals by helping others achieve theirs. Everybody wins.” While the company has expanded internationally throughout the course of its history, RE/ MAX has a strong local presence, with multiple offices in and around the surrounding Austin area. Through these locations and agents, RE/MAX works with an array of clients, from young professionals to families to active seniors. “Each year, RE/MAX agents help hundreds of thousands of families — across multiple generations — buy or sell a home,” Tuggle says. “Buying a home is personal, and what works for one family or individual won’t work for the next. Having an experienced agent who performs multiple transactions each year can be beneficial. Our job is to guide you through the home buying process — whether this is your first time buying a home or your fifth.” RE/MAX’s success is directly connected to the quality agents and franchises that have enabled the company to grow and evolve. “Joining RE/MAX allows brokers and agents entrepreneurial independence, opportunities to keep more of what you earn and extra time to enjoy life.” Tuggle says. “One of our core values at RE/MAX is to be ‘customer obsessed,’ which means constantly thinking about how to better serve our franchisees. As times change, so have the needs of our brokerages.” To adapt to the changing needs of the industry and its agents, RE/MAX has invested in a variety of areas. Within the past year, RE/MAX acquired an award-winning real estate web development and software firm, booj, as well as restructured our service model to better serve its network of agents worldwide. In January 2019, RE/MAX announced a new service model that
focuses on training and professional development. “We know that agents who are learning-based are more successful and RE/MAX University provides unified learning experiences with a focus on education that empowers the network,” Tuggle says. “RU now offers 70 plus designations, certifications, learnDana Tuggle, vice president ing tracks and courses and has plans for additional roll outs. Even the experienced agent and team can re-engage with new and improved training opportunities that will help them get back to basics and deploy successful tactics to improve their business.” RE/MAX agents are well-known for their expertise and experience and average more sales than other agents. “Every transaction is unique and RE/MAX agents worldwide sell more real estate than any other brand,” Tuggle says. “A productive agent may be more in touch with the market and can help you identify properties, schedule showings to walk you through the home and help you negotiate. Going through the process of buying a home without professional guidance can lead to costly problems later.” In addition to helping clients buy properties, RE/MAX is equally as knowledgeable at selling homes. “When buyers are ready to sell their home, they want to do it quickly,” Tuggle says. “That is the time to call an experienced RE/MAX agent who will help them get the most out of their most-prized investment. RE/MAX agents can answer all their questions including what their home is worth and how quickly their home will sell.” As one of the most recognized real estate businesses in the world, the RE/MAX team has built a reputation amongst home buyers and sellers for a quality, stress-free experience. “When you walk among top producers, feeling inspired to grow your business is only natural,” Tuggle says. “RE/MAX offices are busy, dynamic environments where real estate professionals truly shine. At RE/MAX, we are a business that builds businesses through tools, training and technology. For 46 years, the quality of RE/MAX agents has built the No. 1 name in real estate.” RL
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a Cima, a 2,400-acre master-planned community located in the highly desirable city of San Marcos, offers a place to live, work and play in nature. With a diverse lineup of new home designs by awardwinning builders Highland Homes, Scott Felder Homes and Wilshire Homes, La Cima is a community that embraces the character of San Marcos and the Hill Country. “La Cima is purposefully designed for homebuyers seeking a unique blend of home designs by award-winning builders, complemented by outdoor-centric amenities with hundreds of acres of parkland and recreation space,” says Eric Willis, president of Natural Development Austin, the developer of La Cima. “When combined with the appealing location in San Marcos and convenience to everyday amenities, the community is a perfect match for growing families, empty nesters, retirees and everyone in between.” La Cima’s home styles range from traditional to Hill Country modern. La Cima residents enjoy the flexible, open-concept floorplans and designer finishes. “Whether looking for a quickmove-in home, or a floor plan personalized to fit specific needs, La Cima offers something for every buyer,” Willis says. Currently in its first phase of development, the La Cima project will include multiple phases with a total of 2,400 homes at build out. The community features an oasis of Hill Country living and outdoor recreational opportunities, with over 800 acres of open space and parkland, 10-plus miles of trails, and a 45-acre “Central Park” area in the center of the community where residents can exercise, socialize and enjoy time with family and neighbors. Located at the intersection of Wonder World Drive and Old Ranch Road 12, La Cima is just five minutes west of IH-35 at the start of the Texas Hill Country, and 30 minutes from Austin and San Antonio. San Marcos is consistently recognized as one of the most desirable places to live, work or retire. “The location in San Marcos is unmatched, offering everyday conveniences combined with
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your mental health to know when to fire a client and cut your losses. Earlier in her career, Garza was helping her best friend look for a home. Whenever the friend called, Garza answered. When the friend finally settled on a property, Garza was excited to start on the contract. “And then she says, ‘My cousin is going to write the contract.’ Needless to say, I told her it’s over. Our business and friendship are over,” said Garza. One thing that can be confusing is that in training, aspiring REALTORS are told all the time to tap their personal network. Some of the first clients for many agents are friends and family members. Garza said she didn’t see this coming with her best friend. She was deeply hurt and very angry. Garza says that sometimes the person you have to fire is a good a friend. Hopefully you find out your friend’s intentions long before making a large time investment. Bonnie Neel is a mortgage agent. She too has dealt with the phone tag, procrastinators and dishonest clients. More than a few times, she’s had customers attempt to lie about their income. “I could lose my license,” Neel says. “They’re basically committing a crime. ” There’s a saying that Garza really likes, “Friends don’t ask friends to commit felonies.” And what about all those clients who aren’t your friends? “Sellers don’t always feel compelled to tell the truth on disclosures,” Garza says. “They may want to hide things so they can show their property in the best light. So we no longer write disclosures for them.” The good news is that most clients
won’t ask you to commit a crime. But you do need to be able to recognize if a client is doing something illegal — intentionally or not. And then promptly fire any felonious client. As far as toxic clients are concerned, the most common issue you will encounter are those who can’t be pleased. These are the clients who will have a direct link to your headaches, anxiety, insomnia and fear of a ringing telephone. These are also the clients who are going to help you build up your emotional armor. Lorrie Westberry, a broker/owner at Classic Realty, was at a friend’s house for game night and met a man who told her he had 10 acres on a major highway adjacent to a subdivision and he was ready to sell. He believed the property was worth $1.4 million. So Westberry made an appointment to visit him on the property. “It was not on a major highway. It was behind the subdivision. He still felt it was worth all this money.” Westberry listed the property and had an expert look at the land. It turns out that eight of the acres were in a floodplain. First the client balked that Westberry had the inspection, saying, “I didn’t give you permission to do that.” He also wanted her to give him weekly updates. She felt like she could sell the property for $450k if he put some work into it; he didn’t want to do the work. Then he upped his demands for telephone updates, wanted a daily list of 10 developers that she contacted and told her to have professional photos taken of all 10 acres. Westberry finally went out to the client’s house. The client sulked and wouldn’t sit down at the table. When Westberry
left the house she was holding a signed client-termination form. This is a pretty typical story about the toxic real estate client. But even after finding out a client was dishonest about a property’s value and location, his increasing demands for more time and attention and sulking behavior, a lot of agents will still hold off on firing the client and instead, go to their professional network for advice. They’ll also Google “When should a REALTOR fire their client?” Here’s a shortcut: If you are Googling the keywords, REALTOR, fire and client, then you probably should have fired the client long ago. So now you’re convinced that it’s time to fire the client who has been an evasive, demanding, rude, ridiculing micromanager. What’s the next step? The last thing you need is a difficult client leaving a scathing online review about you. So, if you’re feeling emotional, give yourself time to calm down. After a day or so, send a professional, polite letter sending them on their way. Real estate professionals have to keep in mind that not all clients and agents will be a good match. One thing that newer agents can’t always get past is that it’s really hard to fire a client who could possibly provide a paycheck. It’s easy for experienced agents to say, “Just fire her,” because they have a roster of clients and can choose who to work with. But instead of trying to please someone who can't be pleased, be kind to yourself by firing them. Then use your newfound free time to make yourself available to all those great clients who will still be with you when you’re an industry veteran. RL
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help with your social media marketing, be a sounding board, plan events, create a social media business page, find classes for you to attend, find a limousine service for you or your clients and send e-blasts and thank you cards. The list goes on and on. If I can’t do something for you then I will find someone who can! Contact me at 512-4137107 or ppw8511@gmail.com. RL
RE/MAX 1 sweeps office awards at statewide convention RE/MAX 1, owned by Tim and Tammy Kress, swept all seven categories of office production (Commissions Paid, Listing Side Units, Listing Side Volume, Selling Side Units, Selling Side Volume, Total Sales Units and Total Sales Volume) in the Austin Council at the statewide RE/MAX of Texas Convention in San Antonio. In addition to the top office award, Tim and Tammy were the Austin Council’s Broker/Owner of the Year for RE/MAX. Finally, RE/MAX 1 was the CMN Hospital’s Miracle Maker, an award given to offices who go the extra mile for CMN and Dell Children’s Hospital.
In the Specialty Awards, RE/MAX 1’s Director of Opportunities Molly McKenna earned one of three statewide top recruiter awards for her help in growing the office. “Molly has done a fantastic job, and we would not be where we are today without her,” says Tim. “She has devised a great on-boarding system for new agents, making it seamless for them to move their business here and get up and running quickly.” “Of the three awards, the Miracle Maker is closest to my heart,” says Tammy, “because it’s reflective of the attitude and culture in our whole office. We have supported their efforts since we started this journey, and every year it seems we have more and more agents who wish to contribute and it makes such a difference!” For more information, visit RE/MAX 1 at 305 Denali Pass, Suite C, Cedar Park. RL
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