MAY 2012 LISTING PROMOTION FOR ANY HOMES OR CONDOS:
List your home with us and not only will we save you an average of $5,000 on the sale of your home and provide Fortune 500/Ad-Agency Quality Marketing & Internet Promotion, but when you OR family members purchase another house or condo in California within the next TEN YEARS, we will give you or your family members 50% of the seller-paid commission on that next home or investment property*. On a million dollar home, that is $12,500 to $15,000 toward your down payment and closing costs! This is guaranteed/in writing, and paid by the escrow company DIRECTLY to you at closing. Please mention this promotion and request this agreement at time of your listing with us. And keep in mind, if you need to do a short sale, 2012 is the last year you can avoid paying taxes on the 'forgiven' debt (i.e., you must close escrow in 2012 or beginning in 2013 banks will issue a 1099 showing the forgiven debt.). Also, interest rates are very low right now, which can help buyers purchase your home, and help you purchase your next.
Top 10 Reasons to use us for your real estate needs:
1. A Brokerage, not "just" Agent:
We are a California licensed brokerage and a corporation, and are not "just" Agents or Realtor's working for a franchised, and often out-of-state company and broker whom never even learns of your needs or transaction. A Broker's license requires enhanced education, more difficult testing and a greater level of fiduciary responsibility and liability than a real estate sales person's license.
2. Cost savings for Sellers averaging $5,000:
For Sellers, as a Broker, we can set commissions on listings lower, because franchise agents have to share commissions with their parent company and executives which do little or nothing to facilitate your transaction. If you've ever dealt with the large franchise brokerages such as Century 21, Prudential Califorina Realty, Coldwell Banker, Re/Max, Realty Executives or Keller Williams, you've probably noticed that they all usually quote the same exact fee, either 5% or 6% to sell your home...and if you are a buyer seeking to obtain a portion of the seller-paid commission, it just never or rarely happens. Why? Because they like the status quo, and don't want to get into a commission war with the other corporate franchise brokerages. They want the commissions to remain as high as possible for their shareholders and profits.
3. Shared seller-paid commissions for Buyers, averaging $5,000 compared to over 95% of other real estate brokers and agents:
For Buyers, and as a Broker, we can share the Seller-Paid commission we receive...with you, to help with your purchase. In fact, this money never even comes into our business, as it is a credit in escrow at your closing, to help with your down payment or closing costs! This also helps Sellers, as we are helping provide an incentive to purchase your home.
4. We are in your neighborhood:
We are residents of La Costa since 2005. Our Broker-Owner has lived in San Diego since 1978, and knows San Diego County well, especially North County, and has a large network of contacts which often come in handy for real estate. When there is a showing request, or an offer, we can usually literally walk over from our house. And with four kids going to or completing La Costa Heights Elementary school, we are connected to the community and know that we must provide excellent service and savings to our neighbors, as most of our business is referral.
5. Good-standing memberships and clean record:
We are a member of the National Association of Realtors® and the North County Association of Realtors, and have a perfect record (zero complaints). We are also members of the San Diego County MLS (Sandicor) and other Southern California Multiple Listing Services, so your home will be exposed to thousands of agents and brokers, and appear on Realtor.com, Yahoo and dozens of other sites.
6. Attention to legal/contract issues and process:
We pay special attention to helping protect our clients by utilizing Realtor-approved legal forms, disclosures and processes. This helps protect Buyers and Sellers during and years after the sale. None of our clients have been sued, and we have never been sued. This is virtually unheard of in real estate.
7. Superior Marketing, Business and Negotiation skills:
We were not born real estate brokers/agents. We developed our negotiation, marketing, public relations, website and SEO (search engine optimization) skills at Fortune 500 companies in San Diego. In fact, our sister company provides such services to major companies and start-ups, for which it has raised over $200 million in venture capital for since 1991. In short, we have access to Fortune 500-level Ad Agency quality production of brochures, videos, flyers and e-marketing. For Sellers, you aren't just hiring a real estate brokerage, you are also getting very creative talent to help sell your home for the best price. And it is included in our services to you.
8. We work with La Costa Builders/Developments:
We can represent Buyers on their purchase of a builder/developer home, and share the commission they pay. Most developments pay agents/brokers a "co-op" fee. The one catch is...try not to register or visit the sales office without contacting us first to explain how to get this commission.
9. Repeat Buyer/Seller program and Referral program for your family members:
We don't want to just represent you on one transaction. We're in the neighborhood to stay, and will reward loyal clients who utilize our company for life-long real estate needs. Please inquire about how we can save you money on re-peat business and investment properties. In addition, if you refer a client to us, let us know right away, and we will provide a special thank you to you.
10. Fast response and dedication only possible when dealing with the owner's of the company/brokerage:
When you have an issue or question, you'll have 24-7 access to the owner's of the brokerage who have carefully nurtured the business for many years. We will help solve problems and do everything possible to ensure your satisfaction, not only because that's the way to run a business, but because our family's future depends on it.
Whether you are buying or selling, we will provide excellent service...while saving you money on your sale or purchase. Thank you for considering us, and good luck with your transaction.
Thank you!
La Costa Oaks Realty
CA DRE Lic.#01407475, Todd Easterling, Owner
www.LaCostaOaks.org
www.LaCostaMLS.com
* Note: For those clients participating in the 50% commission sharing when purchasing, an advance written agreement from us is required and the customer is responsible for the transaction coordinator fee (less than $550). This fee does not go to our brokerage, but to a professional transaction coordinator to ensure a smooth closing.
