Tuesday, April 29, 2014

Special Recognition for Sales Achievement from Long & Foster


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I wanted to take a moment to thank you for calling on me for your real estate needs and for referring me to your family and friends.

Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc. just recognized me as a member of their 2013 President's Club for sales achievement.




As I always say, whether you or someone you know is thinking of moving or is not moving but has a real estate question, please call me:  (301)943-4370.  I always have time for and appreciate your referrals.



Adam Bashein
Licensed in MD & DC
Cell:  (301)943-4370
Office:  (301)469-4700 - ask for Adam
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.

 


Sunday, April 27, 2014

From referral, to turned down, to a happy beginning - signing the listing

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So, there I was a few weeks ago on one of the websites where I advertise and a person private messages me.  He says that he likes what I have to say and the recommendations that people have written about me.  I say thank you very much!
 
The gentleman than messages me that he has friends nearby who are going to move and he will suggest that they call me.  It will probably be in a few weeks
Wonderful!  I can't wait.
 



 
 
 
Time passes on one morning, around between 9:30 a.m. and 10 a.m., while in an appointment This person called...I couldn't pick up because I was in a meeting.  Right after the meeting, between 11:30 and 12 p.m. I returned the call, introduced myself and asked when we should meet?
He said thank you very much, that he called several realtors between 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. and didn't understand why nobody was able to pick up and couldn't meet right away.  He got through to one agent and met with that agent a little while earlier. 
 
I replied that it is hard to find someone who is available for an appointment immediately.  Continuing that he sounds like  a great person and I really wished he called me a day or two in advance, so our meeting would already be on my calender.  But, given our great telephone conversation,  
 let's figure out a time that I can come over.
 
The gentleman said that I sound like a very nice person, a good agent, but he didn't want to waste my time and have me come over because he was going to work with the
one agent he spoke with earlier in the day. 
 
We talked a little bit more, I tried nicely :-0 asking in a couple different ways for an opportunity.  Finally, I said,  don't you think, especially since you were referred to me that  you should get a second opinion and invite me over?
 
He said thank you very much but was pretty certain what he was doing.
I said, ok.  My door is always open if you ever want to talk or if you want to change directions.
The next morning, to my complete surprise I received a call from the same gentleman. He just starts talking and apologizing because I was so nice and invited me over :-)!  I said of course. What time?!
 
So, I went to my office, prepared some reports and went over to his house.  He and his wife gave me a very warm greeting and nearly melted when I gave them a hospitality gift. 
They placed the gift on their fireplace mantel and I knew something good was brewing :-).

We had a nice hour or so conversation, walked through the house, he asked me to refer him to a couple of contractors to do touch up work and we agreed to a time for meeting number two. 

I need to say that the sellers were extremely respectful and wonderful.  They wanted to know when I could not meet because of the holiday season and my Sabbath, just so we could plan around those times. They brought this up before I had a chance to say anything. Amazingly kind and sensitive. 

I came back for our second scheduled appointment, took off my shoes because their shoes were off and they asked me what I was doing because it was cold. I said I was following their custom. They said to please put on my shoes so I would be comfortable.  We walked and talked, but they weren't quite ready. So, I left them some sales documents to read over and we agreed to meet in a couple of days..

The meeting went perfect.  The sellers got the touch up work done that they planned to do, they read through the paperwork I asked them to review and we took care of signing the listing papers and getting pictures of their home.  I am delighted to say that their home is now listed on the market with me.


It was extremely flattering that the sellers had a chance of heart and decided to invite me over for a listing appointment after initially telling me that a decision was already made.  What do I attribute this turn of events to?

1.  In a respectful way, not  just initially accepting no as an answer :-).
2.  Being kind and professional; not pushy.
3.  Reminding the sellers that we connected because their friend highly recommended me.
4.  Keeping the door open, if you will, so the sellers would be comfortable calling. Never burn a bridge or hang up as a sore loser. 

Looking forward to giving these sellers sold results.

Life is good!

Adam Bashein
Licensed in MD & DC
www.basheinhomes.info
adambashein@mris.com
Cell:  (301)943-4370
Office:  (301)469-4700 -ask for Adam
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
information deemed to be accurate but not guaranteed



Friday, April 25, 2014

Conveniences and great location for a commuter home: I just listed a townhome in Tivoli, a Subdivision in Silver Sping, MD. Perfect home or investment property ready for you.

Call:  (301)943-4370
Email:  adambashein@mris.com


JUST LISTED!
Welcome to 1479 Casino Circle
Silver Spring, MD 20906

Well priced at $324,999!


Welcome to this well kept, low maintenance townhome, nestled in Tivoli, a subdivision in Silver Spring, MD, located just off of Randolph Road.

This home boasts new ceramic tile flooring in the entry foyer and in the kitchen.  Living room and dining room have wood floors. Living room also has a fireplace.  Outdoor entertaining on deck which has great views. There is a 3rd main level room, which could be an office or a bedroom.  Upstairs this home has 3 bedrooms. Large basement with recreation room and sliding doors from this walkout basement.  Please click on the link below to see more pictures and details.

I am humbled to say that the sellers were referred to me and we immediately connected. 
I would love to connect and show you this property. A great home for a first time buyer and also a great home as an investment property. Low maintenance and low condo fee.
Whenever you, one of your friends, colleagues or family members is thinking of moving or has a real estate question , please contact me:  (301)943-4370 or email:  adambashein@mris.com. I am here to help and always have time for your referrals.
Life is good!
Adam Bashein
Licensed in MD & DC
Cell:  (301)943-4370

Office:  (301)469-4700 - ask for Adam
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
information deemed to be accurate but not guaranteed.

Friday, April 11, 2014

Are you or someone you know thinking of selling? Through hard work, I recently received a special designation!



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When it is time to move, sellers need to list their homes with a realtor who can best serve your needs.  To better serve you, I recently completed a course and am now recognized as a Seller Representative Specialist (SRS). 

According to the SRS Council, "The Seller Representative Specialist (SRS) Designation is the premier credential in seller representation. It is designed to elevate professional standards and enhance personal performance. The designation is awarded to real estate practitioners by the Council of Real Estate Brokerage Managers (CRB) who meet specific educational and practical experience criteria."

Selling a home takes a lot of work and taking this course was one of the best uses of my time.

If you hear of anyone in MD or DC who is thinking of selling, please tell them about me and that I am now a Seller Representative Specialist.  I always appreciate and have time for your referrals.

Even if you aren't thinking of selling or buying but have a real estate question, please contact me.  I would love to help.

Thank you very much.

Adam
Call:  (301)943-4370
Office:  (301)469-4700 - ask for Adam
adambashein@mris.com
www.basheinhomes.info

Adam Bashein
Licensed in MD & DC
Long & Foster Real Estate, Inc.
information deemed to be accurate but not guaranteed.