By Steve Levine, President of Steve Levine Inc., and an agent for REMAX Prestige
After what must be 15 years of writing my column here, I always knew that I had quite a few loyal readers.? This is not limited to merely the buyers and sellers out there, over 2,000 of whom I'se had the pleasure of working with, but also prominent members of the local real estate industry.? After all, nothing puts a smile on my face more, than a call from one of the other top agents letting me know they loved my column.
The last two months, however, showed me just how many fans I had that paid such careful attention to my articles. In my past two columns, I offered up two Free Reports that I wrote, and that I felt would truly change their lives. I can's even tell you how many folks I heard from, both to ask for the reports themselves, and then afterwards to follow up and tell me that the reports were, in their words, “insightful, brilliant, and game-changing.” I was so flattered!
The first was based on the fact that even though 18,000 homes sold in our area last year, 13,000 that had been listed failed to sell.? I was totally shocked at this 40 percent failure rate. ?After analyzing the data though, I found some interesting patterns, and put together Report #1 – The Top 10 Reasons Homes in Central Massachusetts Didn's Sell. “
The second report was based on what I observed as an ability to sell homes for higher prices than expected. Time and time again, I had properties that pushed the limits, yet had offers at or over asking price within a day or two.? I put together Report #2 – 10 Ways to Increase the Net Sales Price of Your Home. ?That was even more popular that the first, with dozens of emails, not just from here, but from other states as well, once it went viral on social media.
In any case, I really wanted to thank you all for reaching out to me, and I's so looking forward to being able to serve your needs in the future. If you haven's read the reports, just ping me an email at [email protected] and I will email them back to you.? Please include the name of your city, as some have been customized around particular towns.
As I mentioned in last month's column, each winter I open up 10 spots per month for my “Homeowners Blend Program.” Now in its 20th year, this has been a fantastic opportunity for sellers to save up to 50 percent on the real estate fees when selling their home, WITHOUT having to give up a thing in return.
Normally, I don's use that during the spring market, but right now, we are facing a critical lack of inventory, and I have buyers just waiting by the phone.? I's going to open up a few more slots for March and April, just to replenish my listing inventory. To keep it fair, I will do two in each of the Boros, five in Shrewsbury, and three in the other adjoining towns.? If you want one of those slots, email me at [email protected] and I will save you one.
??? Steve Levine is President of Steve Levine Inc., and an agent at REMAX Professional Associates in Shrewsbury.? He has over 28 years of experience in the local marketplace, and has been ranked 10 times as a Top Agent in New England. He can be reached at [email protected] or (508) 735-4663.
