I recently saw what is now my favorite advertisement: Coco Rocha tap dancing in White House / Black Market’s new commercial.
After I got done admiring the coolness, I thought: hmmm, how do I make this work for me? Some of you may know that I am a tap dancer myself and have been wanting to incorporate more dance into my branding and marketing.
I wonder if I could dance in front of a green screen and have houses added to the background after? Anyone have some creative ideas?
Realtors®, in Western MA and around the country, continue to use technology to keep in touch with their clients and build business, but not all real estate agents use it to the maximum effect.
NAR’s Center for Realtor® Technology recently released a
survey detailing just how Realtors® stay connected. The 2011 REALTOR Technology Survey Report revealed the most valuable tools Realtors® used over the past year; these included tablets like the iPad and Galaxy tablet. I am using the iPad to work on the fly, sign documents, make presentations and I can’t imagine doing my job without one, now!
These products were found to keep respondents connected, save time
and increase productivity. Realtors® also reported using
Smartphones frequently. Currently 35 percent own an Android
smartphone, followed by 28 percent who own the iPhone and
18 percent who own a Blackberry. I switched from a Blackberry to the iPhone and never looked back. The connectivity and sheer power of the applications on the iPhone make it the hands down best purchase in my business.
These physical tools combined with my use of social networks and my blog have changed the way that I find clients (or should I say my clients find me) and the way I communicate. I am now available to clients in whatever medium they prefer: phone, text, email, tweet, facebook message, skype, etc.
This allows me to be available more often to more people and to better service clients who might not live in the immediate area or who, like me, have an insane and tight schedule.
This year Park Square Realty recognized my efforts in using the internet and social media to grow my business by pronouncing me a Master of Social Media.
I don’t know about Master…it changes too often to really master it, but I am a pretty advanced explorer!
If you want to find me, I use my name (Lesley Lambert) as my profile name on all platforms. Google my name and you should get more than you asked for (I hope it is all good!).
The REALTOR Association of Pioneer Valley’s members are working to help their clients, friends, families and neighbors who were impacted by the tornadoes. The Facebook Page dedicated to tornado relief is here.
At present we are working to compile a list of vacant homes and apartments that we can share with the displaced families. If you have a property that you would be willing to rent while homes are rebuilt, please reach out to me either by email (use the green contact button to the left of this post) or by phone: 413-485-7380. I am also in contact with several attorneys who are willing to donate legal services in these situations.
If you are another real estate professional who has vacant listings that may be willing to do a temporary rental, please let me know, also.
Finally, will you share this post on your Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin or email? The more people who know what the need is, the better!
I will continue to report how our Western MA community can help as more becomes organized. Thank you in advance for your help!
The Ridgecrest area in Westfield, MA is an area that attracts many home shoppers in the Westfield, MA area.
Comprised of the following streets: Ridgecrest, Oakcrest, Oak, Pineridge, Troy, Bigwood, Blueberry, Kelly, Gary, Fawn, Lady Slipper, Wildflower, Cardinal, Mallard, Quail Hollow, Munger Hill, Raymond, Norwood, Whispering Wind and Camelot.
Are you a homeowner in Ridgecrest, MA that is considering selling their home? Are you a homebuyer considering purchasing a home in Ridgecrest, Westfield, MA? The following are some market reports on home sales in Ridgecrest:
RIDGECREST SALES FOR 2011:
Ridgecrest, Westfield MA Real Estate Market Report September 2011
Report showing area statistics for Ridgecrest area of Westfield:
This map and graph will show you the location of the homes that have sold over the last year:
If you would like more information or some real estate assistance, please call me, Lesley Lambert of Park Square Realty at 413-485-7380.
~all information and statistics taken from mlspin or rpr
If you are a home owner considering a short sale to avoid foreclosure in Western MA, please be sure to save this date:
June 1, 2011 6:30-7:30 pm
Join Lesley Lambert, REALTOR with Park Square Realty along with Attorney Nyles Courchesne and Sonny Drenen, Accountant to learn all of the steps and implications involved in selling your home with a short sale.
Location: Park Square Realty 44 Elm Street, Westfield, MA
REGISTER HERE
Being in a distressed home situation is difficult, but with the right team, you can succeed in a short sale and move on with your life.
If you are a real estate professional who wants to learn more about this process, you are encouraged to attend, also.
Cost: FREE
No obligation, just education.
