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Tim and Pam Cash - Clarksville TN Real Estate Professionals

Why do Listings Expire?

I read a blog a bit earlier today in respect to approaching prospects through expired listings and thought it to be a great topic to blog about. Up front, I will say that Pam and I do solicit expired listings, but only after a bit of research to ascertain why a listing has expired.

While many will be quick to say that the expiration is due to the market conditions, I beg to differ. Granted 10 - 20 percent of the time it is due simply to the area, but the other 80 percent of the time is boils down to the following:

  • PRICE SELLS. The property was overpriced to begin with. This could be because a Realtor was only concerned with getting the listing, or it could be that the owner was set on a certain price regardless of what the data in the area shows. We have lost a few listings because we would not agree to price a home outside the market analysis - better to lose the listing than to have it expire or languish and thus lose valuable resources, money and time in a futile attempt to sell the property. If the property is priced right the first time - it will sell.
  • MARKETING. Believe it or not, there are many Realtors who only put one picture of the property on the MLS and sometimes none at all. I don't know the statistics on Visual Tours but I will go out on a limb and say it is no greater than 35%. Agent Open Houses, Mailings, Announcements, Internet Marketing, etc should be utilized. To attempt to sale the home solely utilizing the MLS and one photo is simply not taking care of your client.
  • Curb Appeal. First impressions are lasting impressions. Just yesterday we had a showing of one of our listings. We happened to walk in as we were showing the listing right after. The agent and their client both commented on how clean the property was. If you have a vacant listing - as an agent, you have to go by at minimum of once a week to make sure that everything is in working order - no leaks - no vandalism - no dead bugs - etc. Keep some febreeze in the cabinet - a mini-vac in your car - Windex and paper towels.

I am sure that there are other reasons that listings expire, but for the most part, if the above three items are attended to, the home will sell in a steady market like we have here in Clarksville.

Every agent wants listings, as do we, but we want more than just to have our name in the yard - we want to make sure that our client's needs are met and that their Real Estate experience is a positive and lasting one. We have a limit right now on our max number of listings at any given time. Why you might ask? Simple, we do not want to overextend and want to ensure every client receives the utmost attention to their needs and concerns. In the end, it is as much about the relationship as it is the sale.

Regards

Tim and Pam Cash
Crye-Leike Realtors
931-338-1375 or 931-436-7617


The Cash Team - Making dreams come true one home at a time. Proudly serving the citizens of Clarksville and the Soldiers of Fort Campbell. To view available Clarksville properties, please visit our website at www.cashsofclarksville.com or email us at thecashteam@cashsofclarksville.com and we will run a custom search for you. Finding you and yours the perfect property in Clarksville Tennessee and surrounding areas is our goal.

A Picture is worth a Thousand Words

In today's Real Estate market, no quote could be more true. With over 70 percent of prospective buyers searching for their new home via the internet, it PAYS to take quality photos and the more the better of your listing.

While you may be saying that this is obvious and wondering why I am even bringing this up, you would be surprised at the poor quality photos that are out there and in many cases - no photos at all. Makes it kind of difficult to effectively market a home whether you are an owner attempting an FSBO or a Real Estate Agent.

Pam and I take hundreds of pictures when we take a listing. This is for still shots and as well as for our visual tours, which we also do for each listing. Many times we go back two or three times till both the client and us are satisfied that the home is being properly represented. This is a must.

Just like first impressions are lasting impressions - so too is a picture (or pictures) worth a thousand words.


Tim and Pam Cash
Crye-Leike Realtors
931-338-1375 or 931-436-7617


The Cash Team - Making dreams come true one home at a time. Proudly serving the citizens of Clarksville and the Soldiers of Fort Campbell. To view available Clarksville properties, please visit our website at www.cashsofclarksville.com or email us at thecashteam@cashsofclarksville.com and we will run a custom search for you. Finding you and yours the perfect property in Clarksville Tennessee and surrounding areas is our goal.

Attention Fort Campbell Spouses - Spouse Field Exercise is coming!

A Seminar For Military Spouses! Crooks & Henderson are coming to Fort Campbell December 4 and 5, 2008 to present a Spouse Field Exercise. Joined by sponsors USAA, ConAgra Foods, K12.com, and Military Avenue, Crooks & Henderson bring you quite the event! You DO NOT want to miss it!

This conference is chock full of tips and goodies to relieve those of you who still have some deployment time to endure.

It's going to be a lot like Christmas with giveaways, fabulous gift bags, a free meal, dessert, and lots more.
Military spouses will enjoy themselves, but they'll learn a lot too. Crooks & Henderson will share tested deployment survival tips and resources as well as cover themed and holiday care package ideas.

Online registration is now LIVE for this, the last Field Exercise of 2008!

Register via www.FieldProblems.com.

Where: Fort Campbell Family Readiness Center, 1501 William C.
Lee Road

When: Your choice of dinner on December 4th, 5-9pm, or lunch on
December 5th, 10-2pm

FREE CHILDCARE

Free childcare is available for both events on a first come first served basis.

Thursday
Location: FRC
Time: 4:30-9:30
Slots: 30
Number: 270-956-4381

Friday
Location: Tennessee Hourly Care
Time: 9:30-2:30
Slots: until hourly care is full
Number: 270-412-4477

*Please note that your child(ren) must be registered with on post childcare and all regular rules and regulations apply.

Questions about childcare? Call the number corresponding with your chosen event.

Happy Thanksgiving from The Cash Team of Clarksville

Dear Friends,

With Thanksgiving drawing near Pam and I are reminded how very blessed we are. We enjoy family, friends, our church, our web-business, and the many warm relationships we have formed through this business. We hope you'll take a moment and reflect on the blessings in your own life. You are I are very rich, my friend, and we're not talking about money!

One of my favorite things about Thanksgiving is FOOD. In fact, I can just smell pumpkin pie baking any time of year and it brings back memories of family and friends at the Thanksgiving table together. Well, speaking of good smells, Pam wanted to share a favorite recipe with you. Put this dish out on the Thanksgiving table and watch it disappear!

Pam and I wish you and yours have a truly blessed Thanksgiving holiday!

Sincerely,

Tim and Pam Cash
Crye-Leike Realtors
1-931-648-2112 or 931-338-1375
My Special Sweet Potato/Pecan Bake

2 quarts cooked, mashed sweet potatoes (not canned)

3 tablespoons bourbon (follow your conscience with the remainder of the bottle)

1 stick butter (use the real thing)

2 cups pecan halves

salt & pepper

½ cup packed brown sugar

Before you prepare the dish, first roast the pecans:

In a shallow baking pan spread pecans in one layer and bake at 325° about 10 minutes. Toss hot pecans with 2 tablespoons butter and sprinkle with salt. Set aside.

Mix hot mashed sweet potatoes with 6 tablespoons of butter, the bourbon and a pinch of salt and pepper. Place in a 3 quart baking dish and cover with toasted pecans. Sprinkle with brown sugar. Bake at 325° for approximately 30-45 minutes or until top is brown.

The Cash Team - Making dreams come true one home at a time. Proudly serving the citizens of Clarksville and the Soldiers of Fort Campbell. To view available Clarksville properties, please visit our website at www.cashsofclarksville.com or email us at thecashteam@cashsofclarksville.com and we will run a custom search for you. Finding you and yours the perfect property in Clarksville Tennessee and surrounding areas is our goal.

Fall in Tennessee



Thanks for visiting Our Tennessee

Pam Cash

Tim and Pam Cash
Crye-Leike Realtors
931-338-1375 or 931-436-7617


The Cash Team - Making dreams come true one home at a time. Proudly serving the citizens of Clarksville and the Soldiers of Fort Campbell. To view available Clarksville properties, please visit our website at www.cashsofclarksville.com or email us at thecashteam@cashsofclarksville.com and we will run a custom search for you. Finding you and yours the perfect property in Clarksville Tennessee and surrounding areas is our goal.