Marketing Tips 6, Westchester County real estate-What it takes! More great Basic Marketing that we always overlook because it is so simple!!! 16. Past customers and clients are the greatest source of referrals. When you keep in touch with them via e-mail and postcards they will send you great referrals.  17. Only about 10-11% of buyers end up using the same realtor on ytheir next real estate deal. Try a programed marketing program to stay on top of this. 18. E-mails are a great follow up tool, but it has a short attention span for most people. Try to ad some print product in between your emails to keep their attention.  MORE TO FOLLOW! Past Post! Marketing Tips 5, Westchester County real estate-What it takes! Marketing Tips 4, Westchester County real estate-What it takes Marketing Tips ... 11/17/2008

Marketing Tips 5, Westchester County real estate-What it takes! At this point you are realizing that these are very basic things to do. But I always say we need to get back to basics. So here we go!!! 13. This is a real important one to remember. When doing a CMA you are also interviewing the seller to see if you will be able to sell the home and if the sellers fit what you are looking for in a seller. I do not list all the home that sellers want to hire me for. 14. Look for people who have similar areas of interest within the different groups you frequent, Business Groups, Churches, etc. And tailor your marketing to that common interest. 15. Create your marketing plan for the year. Make sure you stick to your plan in every respect while allowing a little room in your budget for new str... 11/15/2008

Marketing Tips 4, Westchester County real estate-What it takes! My next installment of easy marketing ideas to get you started. 10. When ever you are out let people know you have a Real Estate Practice. Everyone is interested in Real Estate. 11. Always have your business cards on hand to give. It is one of the cheapest form of advertising. 12. If you are with a national brand you should use the brands identity to tie in your ouw marketing. MORE TIPS TO FOLLOW! Past Post! Marketing Tips 3, Westchester County real estate-What it takes! Marketing Tips 2, Westchester County real estate-What it takes!  Marketing Tips, Westchester County real estate-What it takes!             11/14/2008

Weekly Inventory Report-Westchester County Real Estate-Yorktown Heights, New York 10598 Well this week the single family home inventory decreased again in Yorktown Heights. Only 2 new listings came on the market. At the same time 6 left the market. 3 went into contract, 2 expired and 1 sold.   If inventory continues to go down and the interest rates go up prices will surely rise, it is only a matter of time. Here in Yorktown Heights prices have leveled off already. Thomas SantoreAssociate BrokerColdwell Banker845-590-5488 Visit my web sites at http://realestatesallhere.com and http://icansellyourland1.com Past Blogs Coldwell Banker continues it's dominance-Westchester County Real Estate-Yorktown Heights, New York 10598 Price Reduced AGAIN Lots 7 & 8 Route 52 in Kent Do I need Approvals ... 11/14/2008

Marketing Tips 3, Westchester County real estate-What it takes! My next installment of easy marketing ideas to get you started. 7. E-mails, we all like to use them. They are fast and convenient, but they require constant monituring. Put your e-mail address on everything you do and give people and check your mailbox 2-3 times a day. 8. You should market yourself as the expert in your area. This requires constant direct mail contact with the information take keeps your potential clients up to date on what is going on in their neighborhood. 9. All your marketing should have a point you want to get across. Kept this in mind when sellecting something to mail or E-mail. MORE TIPS TO FOLLOW! Past Post! Marketing Tips, Westchester County real estate-What it takes! Marketing Tips 2, Westchester ... 11/12/2008

Marketing Tips 2, Westchester County real estate-What it takes! My second installment of easy marketing ideas to get you started. 4. Think of your large postcards as oversized business card with ten times the impact if done right. 5. Always find your target market and make sure you get the right message across. 6. Market yourself as who you are. You will appeal to people who want to work with someone like you. It will make for a better match with the subject. MORE TIPS TO FOLLOW! Past Post! Marketing Tips, Westchester County real estate-What it takes!           11/11/2008

Marketing Tips, Westchester County real estate-What it takes! These are a few easy things to get yourself started; 1. You should have your picture on everything you do. I have people walk up to me all the time who know me from my blogs and ads that have my picture in them.Also you should update it at least every 24 months if not more frequently. 2. Have your advertising materials done professionally. This will illustrate your success and if you are a new agent this will give you instant credibility. 3. Most successful businesses have some kind of brochure depicting their business. You should have one also describing yourself and your company. MORE TIPS TO FOLLOW!         11/09/2008

Coldwell Banker continues it's dominance-Westchester County Real Estate-Yorktown Heights, New York 10598 Coldwell Banker continues to get the job done in Yorktown Heights. There are 22 offices in the town of Yorktown. Coldwell Banker of Yorktown went into contract on 28%of the single family homes that were reported this week in the MLS. We also closed on 33% of the single family homes that closed. Coldwell Banker and it's superior Internet advertising, combined with it's elite core of agents has made the difference in this up ans down market we are presently experiencing. Thomas SantoreAssociate BrokerColdwell Banker845-590-5488 Visit my web sites at http://realestatesallhere.com and http://icansellyourland1.com Past Blogs Price Reduced AGAIN Lots 7 & 8 Route 52 in Kent Do I need Approv... 11/06/2008

Coldwell Banker of Yorktown On A Roll-Westchester County Real Estate-Yorktown Heights, New York 10598 In the last 13 days Coldwell Banker of Yorktown was the listing agent on 20% of the single family listings that have passed title in Yorktown Heights. (Based on WPMLS stats)  A great reason to list with us at Coldwell Banker Of Yorktown!!! Another reason to list with us is of the single family homes listed in the last 13 days 14% were listed by Coldwell Banker of Yorktown. (Based on WPMLS stats) There are 22 office in the town of Yorktown. Visit My Web Sites at http://www.realestatesallhere.com/   http://www.tomshouseofforeclosures.com/     http://www.icansellyourland1.comBusiness Opportunity http://www.thomassantore.energy526. Thomas SantoreAssociate BrokerColdwell Banker845-590-5488ts... 10/29/2008

Yorktown Heights, Westchester County Real Estate. WHERE IS IT HEADED?? I wish I knew. We have had an up and down year so far. Last year up to this date we had 197 single family sales. This year we have had only 133, there are 21 homes in contract, for a "possible" 154 sales. Down 22% I don't think that is as bad as it could have been. Some areas are down almost 30%. If intesrest rate remain low I think we will have a very good spring in Yorktown. Also I am hopimg with the deals I know about that are about to go into contract, we should pick up about another 5-10 deals puting us at only a 17% reduction in sales. I know a lot of the new listings here have come on the market at some very good prices and with the recent price reductions of old inventory. I think Spring will be pretty good. ... 10/20/2008

Coldwell Banker of Yorktown Shines-Westchester County Real Estate-Yorktown Heights, New York 10598 In the last 30 days Coldwell Banker of Yorktown was the listing agent on 35% of the single family listings that have passed title in Yorktown Heights. This just one of the reasons we dominate the Yorktown Heights Market. The second reason is of the 33 single family homes listed in the last 30 days 27% were listed by Coldwell Banker of Yorktown. (Based on WPMLS stats) Visit My Web Sites at http://www.realestatesallhere.com/   http://www.tomshouseofforeclosures.com/     http://www.icansellyourland1.comBusiness Opportunity http://www.thomassantore.energy526. Thomas SantoreAssociate BrokerColdwell Banker845-590-5488tsan25@aol.com Past Blogs: Westchester County Real Estate, Yorktown Heights 105... 10/16/2008

Westchester County Real Estate, Yorktown Heights 10598 Inventory in Yorktown Heights went down again for the third straight week!!!  16 Single family homes left the market this week. 3 actually closed, 3 went into contact and 5 expired. There were only 11 new home that came on the market plus 2 re-list. This means the inventory in Yorktown Heights went down again for the third straight week. If this hold steady we should have a pretty good fall market. Along with the low interest rates we still have home prices are going to be holding steady and will most likely go up slightly in the spring. Visit My Web Sites at http://www.realestatesallhere.com/   http://www.tomshouseofforeclosures.com/     http://www.icansellyourland1.comBusiness Opportunity http://www.thomassantore.energy526.com Tho... 10/15/2008

Westchester County Real Estate, Yorktown Heights 10598 what a week!!!  17 Single family homes left the market this week. 4 actually closed, 3 went into contact and 8 were either canceled or expired. There were only 6 new home that came on the market plus 2 re-list. This means the inventory in Yorktown Heights went down again. If this trend continues along with the low interest rates we still have along with the hopes of this bailout home prices should hold steady and possibly go up slightly in the spring. Visit My Web Sites at http://www.realestatesallhere.com/   http://www.tomshouseofforeclosures.com/     http://www.icansellyourland1.comBusiness Opportunity http://www.thomassantore.energy526. Past Blogs: Westchester County Real Estate--Flood zones-beware of them. Westchester County Rea... 10/05/2008

Westchester County Real Estate--Last 6 months in Yorktown Heights, 10598 As a follow up to Westchester County Real Estate--Homes that are priced well are still SELLING!!!! In Yorktown Heights there were 89 Single Family Homes sold. As of today we have 18 in Conditional Contract and 6 Pending. 24 in total, of which were in Contract within 90 days. These homes were priced to sell and owners were reasonable in thier negotiations to the point they were able to make a deal. On the other hand the most exspensive home sold in Yorktown Heights sold for $3,000,000.00 in 316 day but was new construction. The longest on the market was a home that sold for $975,000.00 ansd was on the market for for 507 days. As you can see homes that come on the narket in Yorktown Heights and are priced right do no... 09/29/2008

BEFORE I SELL MY VACANT LAND SHOULD I HAVE A SURVEY DONE? The answer is YES. Already having a survey of your property when you market it will speed up the selling process in more ways than one. 1st, buyers looking at your property will be able to determine where it begins and ends. This is important if your property is to be built on so set backs can be gauged as to whether or not the buyer can put what they want on the property. 2nd, you want to made aware of the possibilities of potential legal problems, such as encroachments and easement that are on the property. 3rd, you need to make sure of what you are selling. BEFORE I SELL MY VACANT LAND SHOULD I HAVE A SURVEY DONE? A friend of mine bought a piece of property a few years ago and there was no survey. The owner was not willing to ... 09/15/2008

Set amid the rolling hills of Yorktown NY, Yorktown Heights is an idyllic hamlet of large forested lots and luxurious homes in North Westchester County. This sleepy town of 8000 is just 40 miles from New York City     Yorktown Heights Homes For SaleYorktown Heights homes appeal to families looking for a first rate community, blue ribbon schools and a lifestyle with a slightly slower pace. There are many large historic colonials and spacious single family homes for sale in Yorktown Heights. Prices range from mid 400K for a beautifully appointed 4 bedroom home to a two million dollar Georgian Colonial on over two acres. You'll also find new homes with a colonial flair, farmland and some great Yorktown Heights condos.   To learn more about Yorktown check out: Yorktown Heights NY Real Estat... 08/06/2008

 Stone Ridge New Construction Homes in Yorktown Heights NYStone Ridge new construction in Somers and bordering on Yorktown Heights NY is a private 28 acre subdivision that will feature 34 new homes. Property sizes vary from 1/2 acre to 1 3/4 acres on 3 cul-de-sac roads. To learn more about Stone Ridge and to view all homes for sale click here: Stone Ridge in Yorktown Heights NY Michael TrinchitellaYorktown Heights NY Real Estate 03/22/2008

 Bridle Ridge is a lovely community of 140 three and four bedroom single family homes in a country club setting in Yorktown Heights NY. The development features tennis courts, pool and playground. The 140 homes are divided up among 2 sections calledThe Estates and The Village.   To view all homes for sale in Bridle Ridge click the following link: Bridle Ridge in Yorktown Heights NY Michael TrinchitellaYorktown Heights NY Real Estate  Copyright © 2009 Michael Trinchitella ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ About Mike: I am a top producing associate real estate broker servicing Putnam County NY and Northern Westchester County NY. Access all homes for sale on the Westchester/Putnam MLS My popular web s... 03/19/2008

Yorktown Heights NY -  Popular developments in Yorktown Heights include Bridle Ridge, Crystal Estates, Hanover East, Hanover Woods, London Woods, Chelsea, Countryside, Bethel Acres, Pine Tree, Sparkle Lake, Park Lane Estates, Hunterbrook, Kensington Woods, Blossom Ridge, Blossom Knoll, Bari Estates, Clover Ridge Estates, Mancini Estates, Hilltop Hanover Farm, Arrowcrest Estates, Hunter Woods, Huntersville, Pinesbridge Estates, and Lakeview Estates.Townhouses include Yorktown include Maple Brook, Hunter's Brook, Canterbury Crossing, Ponderosa Estates, Woods II, Overlook Commons, High Meadow, Scenic View, Jefferson Village. Search Townhouses in Yorktown Heights for all available listings for sale.New homes: Yorktown Heights offers new construction in a few new communities including Yorkto... 02/25/2008

 Maple Brook is a lovely 67 unit townhouse complex in sought after Yorktown Heights NY. Maple Brook offers pool, tennis, basketball court and playground for its residents. Convenient to shopping, highway, Taconic, I684, Metro North train as well as Lakeland Schools.To search all homes available for sale in Maple Brook click here: Maple Brook Townhouses in Yorktown Heights NYMichael TrinchitellaYorktown Heights NY Real Estate Copyright © 2009 Michael Trinchitella ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ About Mike: I am a top producing associate real estate broker servicing Putnam County NY and Northern Westchester County NY. Access all homes for sale on the Westchester/Putnam MLS My popular web sites: Mik... 11/29/2007