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Real Estate is the largest instrument of wealth in the world. As such, it has the power to transform the economic condition of individuals, families, businesses, communities, and countries, for better or for worse.

It should come as no surprise then, that buying and selling real estate are the most important investment decisions you will ever make. Like any decision, there are numerous variables that need to be addressed, researched, and taken into consideration before taking further action. That is why it is imperative that you always have access to clear, reliable, and up-to-date information from sources you can depend upon and trust.

An experienced real estate professional can provide you with these necessary resources and help guide you in making a decision that is right for you. Finding a qualified, knowledgeable agent that is committed to your satisfaction is an integral first step in the buying/selling process. I encourage all prospective clients to do a thorough investigation of potential agents before making any verbal agreements or signing any written contracts. Feel free to check my references page for a comprehensive list of certifications, reputable associates, and an increasing number of satisfied clients.

A devoted real estate professional will make every effort to ensure their client’s experience is as smooth and painless as possible. So, whether you are seriously interested in getting into the real estate market, or simply just looking, I have included some informative and easy-to-use resources to help get you started:

These are just a few examples of the effortless, time-saving ways I propose we do business. Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns about current listings, financing options, the market in general, or any other way I may be of service to you. I look forward to working with you and fulfilling all of your real estate needs.

Choosing the right real estate agent is the first step in purchasing or selling a home. When it comes to deciding on an agent to work with, it’s all about the details. From suggesting mortgage lenders to explaining signing papers, I am here to make this normally daunting experience a smooth and successful transaction.

My goal is to assist you in finding that perfect home. Whether you want a big backyard or a 3-car garage I will find you that special property. And my experience will ensure that you are satisfied.

Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns about current listings, financing options, the market in general, or any other way I may be of service to you. I look forward to working with you and fulfilling all of your real estate needs.

Congratulations on the first step of buying a home! As an experienced real estate agent, I can assist you through the entire process, starting with the mortgage and continuing through the closing. I will help you shop for the best interest rate and terms, and if you wish, I can also suggest mortgage lenders.

Here’s a useful list of tips to consider when purchasing a home

Get copies of your credit report. If need be, clean it up. The higher your credit score, the better your loan interest rate. The three major credit reporting companies are Experian, Equifax and TransUnion. Determine your price range.
Find a lender or I can recommend trusted lenders.
Research, figure out where you want to live. Do you have children? Consider what school district you’re home will fall into. How many bedrooms and bathrooms do you want? Would you prefer a newer home or an older one with established landscaping?

When you’ve identified the home you want to buy, I’m ready to prepare a written offer. Since I’m familiar with market value, I’ll help you arrive at a price that gives your offer the best chance of being accepted. Also, be prepared to negotiate, your first offer might not get accepted.
Have backup homes in mind in case your offer isn’t accepted.

Once Your Offer Is Accepted

After your offer is accepted, you’ll have a grace period (varies depending on your state) to get the house professionally inspected. This is the times to request repairs or submit a counteroffer if need be. The next step is to verify that the terms and conditions on your loan are accurate. Also, we’ll go over your signing papers.

Moving time

Now that you’ve obtained your home, you’ll need to get homeowners insurance. The next step is moving arrangements. If you plan on hiring a professional mover, schedule accordingly. I can also suggest reputable companies. Don’t forget to submit a change of address form and contact the local utility companies.

Hire Me

Studies show that home sellers who use a real estate agent to represent them generally get a better price than those who sell the home themselves. Agents are up-to-date on critical processes and can help keep you out of trouble. They can also help you get your home sold at the best price in the right time frame. Equally as important, agents add objectivity to an inherently emotional transaction: the sale of your home.

Before Your Home Is Listed

It’s important to have your home in good showing condition before buyers start going through it. Here are some steps to take: Touch up interior and exterior paint as needed. Install new carpeting and flooring if it appears worn or dated. Make sure the front is clean and spruced up – curb appeal will create a favorable first impression. Trim bushes and plants as needed, and make sure the lawn is kept mowed and trimmed. In autumn, rake the leaves; in winter, keep the snow shoveled. Keep the interior clean, decluttered and odor-free. Eliminate evidence of pets. Minimize personal items such as family photos. You want buyers to see themselves living in the home. Consider putting excess furniture and belongings in storage. Now’s the time to clean out the garage and basement and sell, give away or throw away items you don’t need anymore. Consider having a pre-listing inspection performed. Buyers will be hiring professional inspectors; here’s your chance to address problems in advance. Consider engaging a professional stager to give your home the right emotional appeal.

During the Listing Period

When potential buyers visit your home, either be absent or make yourself as inconspicuous as possible. Have fresh flowers in the entryway. It makes for a friendly introduction into your home. If offers are made that don’t match your hoped-for price, don’t reject them offhand. Pay attention to your agent’s advice. Consider dropping the price if several months go by with few or no offers, but if you and your agent have priced your home properly from the start, this shouldn’t be necessary.
Don’t get discouraged. In buyer’s markets, homes take longer to sell than during boom times.

The Property Search page has a form that emails you requested information from the lead prospect.

You can place text above the search form.

The List With Me page has a form that emails you requested information from the lead prospect.

You can place text above the search form.

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Place any contact information you wish on this page.

This page comes with a default 'Contact' form that emails you information form prospective lead.
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What is Facebook?

Facebook is a social network service and website originally developed to help college students in the US keep in touch. Since 2004, it has grown to the single largest social networking site on the internet, surpassing 500 million active users worldwide as of July 2010. Facebook allows users to create profiles with photos, lists of personal interests, contact information and other personal information.

How can you use Facebook to your advantage?

Facebook is free, and is a great way to leverage your existing social network for your real estate practice. By maintaining a Facebook profile you are actively participating in the world's single largest online community. Posting information about your unique services, properties for sale and other relevant real estate information allows your friends to see that information and provides an easy and convenient way to contact you via chat and direct message with additional features such as text messaging and e-mail coming in the near future (as of November 2010).

How can you embed a link to your Facebook account onto one of our custom sites?

Step 1
In the current version of the Facebook.com hompage (as of November 2010) please select the link in the lower right-hand corner of the page entitled “Badges.”

Step 2
Select the option for “Profile Badge.”

Step 3
You will then be prompted to log in to your Facebook account. Upon logging in, you will be prompted to “Choose where to add the badge.” Please select “Other.”

Step 4
A box with code will pop up on the screen inviting you to “copy the code below and paste it on your website.” Please copy that code into a new e-mail message.

Please format the e-mail as follows:

TO: websiteupdate@linktechinternational.com
SUBJECT LINE: YOUR FIRST AND LAST NAME

What is Google Talk?

Google Talk is a web-based application for instant messaging and voice over internet protocol (VoIP). Google Talk is available on many mobile devices (Palm, BlackBerry, iPhone, Android-based devices, etc.) and even allows offline messaging and voice mailing. Google Talk also allows users to search their chat logs and have them centrally stored in their GMail accounts for future reference.

How can you use Google Talk to your advantage?

Google Talk is free, and is a great way to encourage visitors to your website to contact you. Adding the Google Talk feature on your custom website allows people to send you an instant message at the moment they are viewing your website, allowing you to swiftly and easily respond to their questions or concerns while they are still on your site. If you are unable to respond to an incoming chat request, you can certainly respond at a time more convenient for you as Google Talk captures the other party's username and e-mail address and makes a record of the conversation.

How can you embed a link to your Google Talk account onto one of our custom sites?

Step 1
Navigate to http://www.google.com/talk/service/badge/New

Step 2
Sign in to your Google account. If you do not have an existing account, click the “Create An Account Now” button. Both the “Sign In” button and the “Create An Account Now” button are located on the right side of the page. Remember that Google Talk shares a common login platform with GMail, meaning that you can use an existing GMail e-mail address to easily log in to Google Talk.

Step 3
You should now see a screen that says “Create a Google Talk chatback badge.” Select and Copy the code contained in the text box at the bottom of the screen.

Step 4
Paste the code from the “Create a Google Talk chatback badge” screen into a new e-mail message.
Please format the e-mail as follows:

TO: websiteupdate@linktechinternational.com
SUBJECT LINE: YOUR FIRST AND LAST NAME
BODY: Google Talk profile badge code, copied from “Create a Google Talk chatback badge” screen.
Click “Send” on the e-mail message.

What is Zillow?

Zillow is an online real estate database that was founded in 2005 by former Microsoft executives. The website uses a proprietary algorithm called the “Zestimate” to appraise property values. Sellers can use Zillow as a marketing tool by appraising their properties and posting property information such as improvements and access to major roads and comparing nearby property value appraisals. Buyers can freely access and track that information online. The website currently attracts 52 million valuations throughout the United States.

How can you use Zillow to your advantage?

Zillow is free, and is a great resource to incorporate into your custom website. Adding a Zillow widget on your custom website allows people to search the properties you have for sale. Zillow offers mortgage information and other pertinent local information, such as local school information.

How can you embed a link to your Zillow account onto your custom site?

Step 1
Navigate to http://www.zillow.com

Step 2
Sign in to your Zillow account by clicking on “Sign In” in the upper right hand corner of the Zillow homepage. If you do not have an existing account, click the “Register” button.

Step 3
Select the “My Zillow” button from the navigation bar at the top of the site.

Step 4
From your profile page, look for the link that says “See Public View.” Your profile URL link will use the following format: http://www.zillow.com/profile/your-name Copy your Zillow profile URL into the corresponding Zillow field on mywebsiteupdate.com.

Step 5
On the bottom of mywebsiteupdate.com, click “Submit My Website Info.” Visitors to your homepage will now be able to view your Zillow profile by clicking the Zillow widget on the right side of your homepage.

What is Ifbyphone?

Ifbyphone is a service that allows web initiated phone calls to any phone through a suite of pre-built phone applications. It facilitates and encourages immediate telephone interaction between you and visitors to your site.

How can you use Ifbyphone to your advantage?

Ifbyphone is absolutely the best way we have to convert visitors to your custom website into prospective clients by encouraging them to call you. In fact, they don't even need to pick up their phone to call you! Here's how it works: First, visitors to your site will enter their phone number into the Ifbyphone widget on your homepage. Then, your phone will ring. When you answer, your phone will then call back the number that was just entered. When they answer, now you have a live telephone connection with someone who is viewing your property search and featured listings at that very instant! Ifbyphone offers free trial accounts for the first 6 months of service with up to 100 free minutes per month. Just like with our service, there are no binding contracts or commitments with the Ifbyphone service.

How can you create a link to your Ifbyphone account onto one of our custom sites?

Step 1
From mywebsiteupdate.com, click the “trial account” link next to the Ifbyphone field in the Socials & Accounts section of the form.

Step 2
You will be taken to the Ifbyphone website and prompted to sign up for a “Free Developer Phone Mashup Account Sign Up.” Complete the form with your phone number (Ensure that this is a 10 digit phone number on which you will be able to answer an automated phone call in just a moment. We recommend you use your cell phone) your first and last name, your e-mail address and a 4 digit PIN. You are welcome to purchase more than 100 minutes per month from Ifbyphone, but no purchase is necessary for the trial account. When these fields are completed, click the button that says “Sign Me Up!”

Step 3
In a moment, your phone will ring. Ifbyphone will be calling you to verify your PIN. This is an automated telephone call and you will be prompted to enter the PIN that you provided on the website for confirmation purposes. Once you have verified your PIN over the phone, click “Login” on the Ifbyphone website in the upper right hand corner.

Step 4
Once you are logged in to the Ifbyphone site, locate the horizontal navigation menu and select the “Basic Services” button. A drop-down menu should appear. Select the “Click-to-Call” button.

Step 5
In the lower left of the next screen, select the button that says “Create a new Click-to-Call.”

Step 6
Provide a name for this Click-to-Call. We recommend that you title this “Sample for (Your Name).”
For Schedule, select “24x7”
For International Calling Options, select “North America Only”
For Clicker's Caller ID, ensure that your telephone number is displayed.
For Your Caller ID, ensure that “Clicker's Number” is selected.
Click Save/Next.

Step 7
On the next screen, you will be Configuring the Click-to-Call. You should see three drop down menus.
The first menu should say “Click to Call.”
The second menu should say “Choose a Number” and should be displaying your telephone number.
The third menu should say “Calling Sequence” and should say “Call Clicker first.”
If this is correct, click “Save” on the left side of the screen.

Step 8
You should now see the “Sample for (Your Name)” line item on the Click-to-Call screen. Identify the column labeled “Code” and select the blue “HTML” button from the “Sample for (Your Name)” row.
Click this button to display the HTML code for your Ifbyphone widget.

Step 9
From the drop down menu on the Click-to-Call Code Wizard select “Web Page.”
Click “Next.”

Step 10
Several boxes containing code will appear on the screen with instructions
Copy the code in the box labeled “Code for putting a text or graphic link on your page that opens a new small window to capture the user's phone number.” Paste this into a new e-mail message.
In the same e-mail message, please also copy the code in the box labeled “This is just the URL for getting to the page. If you are using a website builder it may only want the URL.”

Please paste that code into a new e-mail message. Please format the e-mail as follows:

TO: websiteupdate@linktechinternational.com
SUBJECT LINE: YOUR FIRST AND LAST NAME

BODY: Ifbyphone profile codes, copied from Ifbyphone tool.
Visitors to the your homepage will now be able to call you using the Ifbyphone service by clicking the stylized Ifbyphone widget on the right side of your homepage.

What is Twitter?

Twitter offers a social networking and microblogging service, enabling its users to send and read other users’ messages called tweets. Tweets are text-based posts of up to 140 characters displayed on the user’s Twitter profile page.

How can you use Twitter to your advantage?

Twitter is free, and is a great way to leverage your existing referral base. Twitter can also be connected to other social media sites, such as Facebook. You can use Twitter to let your followers know about open houses, new listings, and other relevant real estate information. Several user friendly Twitter applications allow you to make updates on the go from a smartphone or other internet-enabled mobile device, giving your followers immediate and current information about your unique services.

How can you embed a link to your Twitter account onto one of our custom sites?

Step 1
In the upper right hand corner of the twitter.com homepage, sign in to your account (you will need your password and username, which may be your e-mail address). If you do not already have a Twitter account, use the Sign Up link to create one. They only requisite information for creating an account is your full name, desired user name, password and a valid e-mail address.

Step 2
Identify your username. In the current version of the Twitter homepage (as of November 2010) this can be found in the upper right hand corner of the screen. Your chosen avatar photo will display adjacent to the username.

Step 3
Your Twitter URL uses the following format:
http://www.twitter.com/yourname
This is what you will copy into the corresponding “Twitter Page” field on mywebsiteupdate.com.

Step 4
On the bottom of mywebsiteupdate.com, click “Submit My Website Info.” Visitors to the your homepage will now be able to view your Twitter profile by clicking the stylized Twitter logo button alongside your contact information.

What is LinkedIn?

LinkedIn is a business-oriented social networking site. It is primarily used for professional networking. How can you use LinkedIn to their advantage? LinkedIn is free, and is a great way to for you to display your work history and professional associations. LinkedIn can be used to find people and business opportunities within your existing social network.

How can you embed a link to their LinkedIn account onto one of our custom sites?

Step 1
In the center of the LinkedIn.com homepage, sign in to your account (you will need your password and e-mail address). If you do not already have a LinkedIn account, use the “Join LinkedIn Today” feature on the LinkedIn homepage. Your full name, password and a valid e-mail address are required to create an account. Additionally, you will need to choose from a drop-down menu to describe your current employment status (Employed, A Business Owner, Looking For Work, Working Independently, or Student). Other required information is your Zip Code, name of your Company and Job Title. Click “Create My Profile” once these fields are completed.

Step 2
If you are creating a new LinkedIn profile, you will be asked to confirm the account by clicking a link in an automatic e-mail you will receive immediately after creating their profile. Once you confirm the account, LinkedIn will identify contacts they may already know who are already using LinkedIn by mining your address book. You may choose to add these contacts now or skip that step. You will also be prompted to sign up for a Premium “Business,” “Business Plus” or “Executive” account. This is absolutely not necessary to create a LinkedIn profile, it simply affords the client additional features.

If you already maintain a LinkedIn account, or once your account has been created, find the horizontal tool bar at the top of the screen. If you hover your mouse over the “Profile” button, a drop-down menu with several choices will appear. Please click the button that says “View Profile.”

Step 3
Obtain your Public Profile URL. This is displayed directly below your current job and number of connections on the View Profile screen. Copy the Public Profile URL into the corresponding “LinkedIn Page” field on mywebsiteupdate.com.

Step 4
On the bottom of mywebsiteupdate.com, click “Submit My Website Info.” Visitors to your homepage will now be able to view your LinkedIn profile by clicking the stylized LinkedIn logo button alongside your contact information.

What is Trulia?

Trulia is an all-in-one real estate site containing the most useful and timely information on homes for sale, apartments for rent, neighborhoods, markets and trends.

How can you use Trulia to your advantage?

Trulia is free, and is a great resource to incorporate into your custom website. Adding a Trulia widget on your custom website allows you to promote your services while people search the properties you have for sale and view other pertinent real estate data.

How can you embed a link to your Trulia account onto your custom site?

Step 1
Navigate to http://www.Trulia.com

Step 2
Sign in to your Trulia account by clicking on “Log In” in the upper right hand corner of the Trulia homepage. If you do not have an existing account, click the “Sign Up (FREE!)” button.

Step 3
Select the “My Trulia” button from the navigation bar at the top of the site. From the drop down menu, select “Profile.”

Step 4
Below your name you will see a link titled “Profile Link.” The link will follow this format:
http://www.Trulia.com/profile/yourname
Copy your Trulia profile URL into the corresponding Trulia field on mywebsiteupdate.com under the Socials & Accounts section.

Step 5
On the bottom of mywebsiteupdate.com, click “Submit My Website Info.” Visitors to your homepage will now be able to view your Trulia profile by clicking the Trulia widget on the right side of your homepage.

What is YouTube?

YouTube is a video-sharing website on which users can upload, share and view videos. YouTube is a subsidiary of Google (Google purchased YouTube in 2006) and in October 2010, Google stated that YouTube is serving two billion videos per week, accompanied by advertising. Google and YouTube share a common login platform, i.e. a Gmail e-mail account also serves as a login for YouTube.

How can you use YouTube to your advantage?

YouTube is free, and is a great way to broadcast your featured listings by creating virtual walk-through videos. Many newer cell phones on major carriers (iPhone 4 on the AT&T network, Motorola Droid on the Verizon network, HTC Evo on the Sprint network, etc.) already feature a video camera with convenient functionality to upload content directly to YouTube from the mobile device. You may even be able to edit the video on the mobile device prior to uploading. If you do not have a device that captures video, you can still leverage YouTube by using your still images to make slideshows set to music or other creative multimedia presentations.

How can you embed a link to your YouTube account onto one of our custom sites?

Step 1
At the YouTube.com homepage, sign in (you will need your password and username, which may be your e-mail address). If you do not already have a YouTube account, use to the Create Account link to establish a YouTube account. Remember that a Gmail e-mail account already serves as a login for YouTube. They only requisite information for creating an account is your e-mail address, password, location and zip code. You must also agree to the YouTube terms and conditions.

Step 2
Identify your username. In the current version of the YouTube homepage (as of November 2010) this can be found in the upper right hand corner of the screen.

Step 3
Your URL follows the following format:

http://www.YouTube.com/yourname This is what you will copy into the corresponding “YouTube Page” field on mywebsiteupdate.com.

Step 4
On the bottom of mywebsiteupdate.com, click “Submit My Website Info.” Visitors to your homepage will now be able to view your YouTube profile by clicking the stylized YouTube logo button alongside your contact information.

What is Delicious?

Delicious is a social networking site that allows you to share and save bookmarks with other Delicious users. It’s also a central location to save bookmarks and access them from any computer. delicious.com

What is StumbleUpon?

StumbleUpon is a social networking site that helps you discover and share websites based on your interests. You rate sites that you like and it will share them with other users that have similar interests. Instead of using a search engine to research you are directed to a specific site based on your preferences. You can also link your StubmbleUpon account to your Facebook or e-mail account. access them from any computer. stumbleupon.com

What is Digg?

Digg is a social networking site that allows its community of users to share content on the web. It also features stories and blogs related to your likes, along with popular sites for the day. digg.com

What is MySpace?

MySpace is a social networking entertainment site. Users can connect with their friends, celebrities, music and more. myspace.com

What is Flickr?

Flickr is an image hosting and video hosting website and online community owned by Yahoo!. In addition to being a popular website for users to share and embed personal photographs, the service is widely used by bloggers to host images that they embed in blogs and social media. In September 2010, it was reported that it was hosting more than 5 billion images. Flickr shares a common login platform with both Yahoo! and GMail, meaning that you can use an existing e-mail address from either of those providers to easily log in to Flickr.

How can you use Flickr to your advantage?

Flickr is free, and is a great way to showcase all of your photography in one convenient and easy to use location on the internet. If you are already in the habit of taking pictures every time you visit a property, you should consider maintaining a Flickr profile to catalog that imagery. You can further organize those images in “sets” and “galleries.” Because Flickr's sole purpose is to display images, we advise that you choose to display the highest quality and highest resolution images possible.

How can you embed a link to your Flickr account onto one of our custom sites?

Step 1
Navigate to http://www.flickr.com

Step 2
Sign in to your Flickr account. If you do not have an account, click the “Create Your Account” button. Both the “Sign In” button and the “Create Your Account” button are located in the upper right hand corner of the homepage. Remember that Flickr shares a common login platform with both Yahoo! and GMail, meaning that you can use an existing e-mail address from either of those providers to easily log in to Flickr. You may need to provide your date of birth in order to create an account.

Step 3
If you are logging in to Flickr for the first time, you will be prompted to make some updates to your profile page. Please select Option 2, which should read “Create your custom Flickr URL.” Once you have chosen your desired custom Flickr URL (keep in mind that this cannot be changed later, so choose wisely!) you will be asked to confirm your custom Flickr URL by clicking on the button that says “Ok, Lock It In And Continue.”
Your URL will follow this format:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/yourname
This is what you will copy into the corresponding “Flickr Page” field on mywebsiteupdate.com.

Step 4
On the bottom of mywebsiteupdate.com, click “Submit My Website Info.” Visitors to your homepage will now be able to view your Flickr profile by clicking the stylized Flickr logo button alongside your contact information.