Sam Xavier Marketing Site http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com SAGE Web Tue, 11 Sep 2018 18:01:42 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://www.1parkplace.com/?v=4.9.25 10 Questions to Ask When Hiring a Realtor to Represent You Buy or Sell Real Estate http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/10-questions-to-ask-when-hiring-a-realtor-to-represent-you-buy-or-sell-real-estate/ http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/10-questions-to-ask-when-hiring-a-realtor-to-represent-you-buy-or-sell-real-estate/#respond Tue, 28 Oct 2014 20:17:39 +0000 http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/?p=587

 

 

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When you decide to buy or sell a home, you are entering into one of the biggest financial decisions most people ever engage in. A lot of money will be involved and you understandably want to get the best experience you possibly can. This is why you need an exceptional Real Estate Team working for you. You need an advocate who will ensure you get what you need – whether you are buying or selling. Not all Realtors are created equal, though, so it is important to know how to screen them if you want to improve your experience.

We’re Bindu and Sam Xavier, local Realtors with RE/MAX Estate Properties and we would like to share our expertise on why it is so important to make the right agent or real estate team selection.

Why You Need a Realtor

Let’s answer this question first, because without knowing why you need a Realtor you may hesitate to do the work required to choose a good one. A real estate agent is a professional involved in buying and selling houses. It is this professional-level ability that you are paying for. Consider when you need to repair or upgrade your car. Yes, with the right tools you can spend a weekend – or weekend after weekend – doing the work yourself. It may even turn out great. However, it will also take substantially more time than it would be if you took it to a professional.

Buying or selling a home is similar. You can find the tools to do much of the work yourself, but your chances of getting professional-level results – especially in a reasonable time frame – are low. This may be OK when it comes to changing your oil, but when you are dealing with hundreds of thousands of dollars – it pays to hire a professional.

10 Questions to Ask When Interviewing Realtors

So you have decided you want to work with a Realtor. You just need to know how to find a good one. Again, like a mechanic, there are some great Realtors out there and there are some not-so-great Realtors. You want a great one. Take the time to interview potential candidates using these ten questions.

1.   May I contact some of your references?

Every agent should have a list of references that you can talk to about his or her work. If you are buying, you probably want to talk to other buyers who have worked with the agent. If you are selling, ask for the number of some other clients the agent has sold for. You want to get a good idea of how this person works and how satisfied the clients are. Also, you want to make sure he or she has been working recently. The market changes and you want someone who is successful now.

2.   Is the area growing or declining?

If the agent has been working for very long, he or she should have a good handle on how different areas are doing. You might see a heck of a deal in a new house, but the agent might see a cheap house in an area that is only going to decline in value. This is important information you need to make an informed purchase. See how this agent rates different areas of town you are considering. This is the type of question that a good buyers agent should have no problem answering. In fact you want an agent that know the area like the back of his or her hand.

3.  How many clients are you currently working for?

There is no perfect answer to this question, but it is important to ask it anyway. You want an agent that is sought after, but not one that is overworked. If the agent has 50 clients he or she is working for that you will probably not get the one-on-one attention you prefer. If the agent only has 5 clients, this may be a part time job for him or her – or the agent is just not well-recommended. Look for a Realtor who has somewhere in between a handful of clients and a number that is probably unreasonable

4.   What are your fees?

You might as well get this out of the way at the beginning. First, you want to know what the agent will charge you for selling your home or for finding you your dream home. Most of the time you will find that agents prefer to take a percentage – typically around 5-6 percent depending on your location. This may be something you can negotiate – or not. Also, determine what the stipulations of his or her contract will be. Are you locked into using this agent? If so for how long? What if you are dissatisfied? These are all questions that should be answered to your satisfaction. You may find a buyer on your own by accident or find a dream home without any help from the agent.

5.  Can you get me a FREE CMA of the area?

A comparable market analysis (CMA), also known as comps, lets you see what homes have recently sold in your neighborhood as well as those that are currently for sale. This can give you valuable information in either pricing your home or determining what you should be offering on a property. Depending on what side of the fence you are on this is critical information your Realtor should be providing you.

6.  Do you work in a team or solo?

This is important because it lets you know how heavy the workload is of the agent, as well as whether you will be communicating directly with him or her. There are advantages and disadvantages to each. Find out the agent’s work style to see if he or she is a good fit. If the agent you are interviewing does work in a team find out if you will be working with someone else as well. If so you will want a handle on this agents qualifications as well. The last thing you want is to be handed off to a junior partner who doesn’t have the same skill set as the person you thought you would be working with.

7.  How do you market homes?

You want an agent that takes advantage of all marketing avenues. Not only the more traditional ones like the Multiple Listing Service, but also other avenues like some of the top real estate portals like Zillow, Realtor.com and Trulia. What is important to understand here is that nearly all Realtors use these vehicles but a much smaller percentage will do what is necessary to make your home stand out in these places. For instance you should be demanding vivid photography, well thought out descriptions of your homes best features and even a video tour. The real estate marketing channels are changing all the time. Make sure the agent is up to date on what works and what doesn’t.

At the moment one of the great things to find out is whether the Realtor is going to be using any social media channels like Facebook, Linked In, and Twitter to market your home. Social media is used daily by millions of people. It only makes sense to be in front of some of them!

8.  What is really wrong with my home?

You need someone that will tell it to you straight. Get the scoop on what is undesirable about your home and how the Realtor will work with what you have to get you the best price. The last thing you want is a “yes man”. While you might think it is great if you have found a real estate agent who agrees with everything you say that is not the case. You want an agent who is not afraid to put you in your place and answer the tough questions.

9.  How will you stay in contact with me?

You want and need to know what is happening with your home. Make sure the agent prioritizes regular communication. Some people like email other prefer the more old fashion method of picking up the phone. Find an agent that will accommodate whatever way you like to communicate.

10.  What experience do you have?

You want an agent that has done the work you need done before, and done it well. This is why references are important. Whether you are selling or buying you want an agent who has expertise in that end of the business. Most of the best real estate agents specialize in one or the other. It is very rare for example to find an agent who is representing a lot of sellers who also has the time to go out and show multiple homes during the week. Most agents are not able to juggle too many balls without their service levels suffering.

When you take the time to ask the right questions when interviewing a real estate agent you will have a much more pleasant & profitable experience. Xavier & Xavier are proven, local and experienced Realtors with RE/MAX Estate Properties and we service the entire South Bay Area and Palos Verdes Peninsula! Please lets us know how we can assist you or anyone you know who is looking to buy or sell real estate. Whether it is a first time home purchase or experienced move up buyer or seller, we have you covered with Xavier & Xavier 5 Star Level of Service and the best name in real estate, RE/MAX!

Best of luck with buying or selling your next home!

Bindu and Sam Xavier 

Xavier & Xavier Realtors

RE/MAX Estate Properties

310-866-7598 or 310-658-1991

info@xavierandxavier.com email

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Xavier and Xavier First to Release Exclusive Drone Aerial and Video Tours of South Bay Residential Real Estate http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/xavier-and-xavier-1st-to-announce-drone-aerial-and-video-tour-of-850-avenue-c-redondo-beach-ca/ http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/xavier-and-xavier-1st-to-announce-drone-aerial-and-video-tour-of-850-avenue-c-redondo-beach-ca/#respond Sun, 12 Oct 2014 03:29:07 +0000 http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/?p=562

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Xavier & Xavier’s 1st Drone Video Tour in South Redondo Beach for our New Listing at 850 Avenue C !

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Actual Go Pro Drone with Video Camera Attached and Our Remote Control and Battery Pack with 15 Minute Flight Time per Charge!

High Tech Drone Aerial and Video Coverage NOW AVAILABLE exclusively from Xavier & Xavier! We provide home sellers a high tech marketing option for drone aerial coverage of their home plus interior home video keepsake to cherish all your memories after your sale is completed! We will even cover aerial views of the Esplanade and the Pacific Ocean or any aerial coverage within a mile radius of your home and it is included in our drone video marketing package option. Please contact Xavier & Xavier today if you would like your home digitally marketed and advertised via our latest drone aerial coverage for Luxury Listings in Redondo Beach, Palos Verdes and Torrance and the Greater South Bay Area! This has been proven to get our luxury home seller’s maximum value and multiple offers in a shorter time period than just standard photo slide show virtual tours on the MLS. It will also help you market your property to out of the area buyers and international buyers PLUS we also include extensive SEO and keyword search optimization on our drone videos we produce for your property to be found on the front page of Google and Yahoo for drone aerial video home tour searches all over the world! We have our Drone Pilot and our Video Marketing Team ready and we can schedule your aerial and tour of your home and produce your keepsake video within a record 48 hours from initial flight time! If you and your family members would like to be in our drone video we will provide it Free of Charge when you list with Xavier & Xavier and this is one of the best family keepsake to enjoy after we sell you house and close escrow. Extra Bonus Feature: If you have a SMART TV or WiFI connectivity we can even show our drone aerial tour and interior home video tour during your open house and further educate buyers to know more about your neighborhood, school and landmark proximity, parks, shopping  and your overall community landscape! Part of Our Blog : Xavier & Xavier Life in South Redondo and the Riviera. For an actual drone video click here : http://vimeo.com/108458411 Also on the second slide on our home page main slide deck! 🙂

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Xavier and Xavier Announces New Mobile Real Estate App for Android Devices http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/xavier-and-xavier-announces-new-mobile-real-estate-app-for-android-devices/ http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/xavier-and-xavier-announces-new-mobile-real-estate-app-for-android-devices/#respond Thu, 05 Dec 2013 18:49:05 +0000 http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/?p=462

December4, 2013,  Redondo Beach, CA Xavier & Xavier is pleased to announce Mobile App for Android Devices. XavieranXavierMobileApp

 

Xavier and Xavier is proud to announce to be the first local South Bay Real Estate Agents with their very own Mobile App for Google Android Devices!

You can download to your mobile device and search for properties, schedule a viewing, calculate your monthly mortgage payment, get your home value instantly!

To Download Visit:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.xavierxavier.main

Xavier and Xavier “ Experience You Can Trust”

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Xavier and Xavier Realtors Become RBEF Business Partners! http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/xavier-and-xavier-realtors-become-rbef-corporate-sponsors/ http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/xavier-and-xavier-realtors-become-rbef-corporate-sponsors/#comments Mon, 18 Nov 2013 18:46:11 +0000 http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/?p=432

2014-2015 RBEF business partner stickerNovember 18, 2013, Redondo Beach, CA Sam and Bindu Xavier, local Realtors with RE/MAX Estate Properties since 2005 announce their new strategic alliance with the Redondo Beach Educational Foundation RBEF. We are committed to local schools and education and will donate $500. to RBEF for every closed buyer or seller real estate sales transaction in the City of Redondo Beach! “We hope to be very generous RBEF corporate sponsors and donate at least $5000. to RBEF in the coming 2014-2015 school year and beyond!” said Sam Xavier, Realtor. “Our commitment to excellence, countless work ethics, local market knowledge and expertise and our strong desire to give back to your local community made this new partnership possible” Bindu Xavier, Realtor stated.  Bindu and Sam Xavier serve on the Tulita Elementary School PTA Board, where they have been PTA sponsors for many years! Our son Sammy started attending kindergarten at Tulita Elementary School back in 2007 and daughter Briana started at Tulita in 2010! Sammy is now a 6th Grader at Parras Middle School in South Redondo Beach. Visit: www.redondoreporter.com/rbef for more details and you can also search all active sold and pending homes for sale in Redondo Beach where we reside and specialize in helping all existing and new residents! If your ready to list your home to today call 310-866-7598 and we will get your home sold in no time!   About Xavier and Xavier: Established in 2004 Sam and Bindu Xavier are seasoned real estate veterans and sold over 180 houses in the past decade! Xavier & Xavier specialize in assisting you pre-market, list & sell your house or investment properties, getting you the highest exposure in both print and online advertising and ensuring multiple offers and the highest possible sales price!  Sam started out as a Buyer’s Agent focused in Redondo Beach, West & South Torrance and has represented numerous clients locate and purchase 1-4 unit properties throughout the Greater South Bay Area! Previously a stay-at-home Mom, Bindu naturally transitioned into real estate as she and Sam realized the family-focused approach that was lacking in the community and began to assist buyers in building their financial futures with that in mind. Xavier & Xavier believe that a realtor’s role requires a personal approach – listening, managing and consulting clients on the complete picture to make the best informed decision for their families.   Call Us at 310-866-7598 for Sam Xavier or 310-658-1991 for Bindu Xavier. People Love Us on Yelp : http://www.yelp.com/biz/xavier-and-xavier-redondo-beach Visit : www.xavierandxavier.com Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheXavierTeamReMaxExecs email: bxavier@eplahomes.com   About RBEF: The Redondo Beach Education Foundation was formed in 1991 by a group of concerned parents and community leaders. They realized that an excellent school system could not rely on state funding alone and set out on a mission to lift the level of education for all Redondo Beach students. With an all-volunteer staff, RBEF was able to increase annual funds raised each year. Poised to reach the million dollar mark in 2012, RBEF brought on its first staff member, Dr. Danielle Allphin, as a part-time Executive Director to assist the volunteer board and maximize the organization’s growth and potential. RBEF continues to Raise the Tide with community-based fundraising that brings much-needed financial support to each Redondo Beach public school. Our fund-raising efforts have a deeper impact than many people realize. For the 2014-2015 school year, we will be giving approximately $1M to support the district in providing invaluable opportunities for students in science, music, arts, counseling, and college preparation. These funds will sustain programs implemented in the 2013-2014 school years and will bring additional programs and teachers to raise the tide for Redondo Beach students. Children are born learners and thrive in an environment where they can connect with each other, their teachers, and their school communities and schools have the right resources for teaching and learning. We want to continue our mission but need your support more than ever before. Please help us by donating and joining RBEF’s efforts to raise the tide for all children in RBUSD. Our Vision A higher level of education for all children in the Redondo Beach School District Our Mission To Raise the Tide by enriching the educational experience of all children in the Redondo Beach School District. Our Values Community, Transparency, Excellence, Accountability, Character, Honesty RBEF Contact Information The Redondo Beach Educational Foundation 409 North Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 310, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 Telephone (310) 954-2004 RBEF is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation; Tax Id # 33-0470935

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Now is the Time to List and Sell Your Home for Top Dollar with Xavier and Xavier http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/now-is-the-time-to-list-and-sell-your-home-for-top-dollar-with-xavier-and-xavier/ http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/now-is-the-time-to-list-and-sell-your-home-for-top-dollar-with-xavier-and-xavier/#respond Thu, 23 May 2013 17:19:16 +0000 http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/?p=324

4 Big Drivers of the Housing Market Recovery

The Wall Street Journal highlighted four primary reasons why the housing market recovery is strong. They are: 
  • Sales have made big leaps from year-over-year levels. Existing-home sales are up 9.7 percent compared to one year ago. Sales are at an annual rate of 4.97 million, which is the highest level since November 2009, according to NAR. Despite constrained inventories and recent price gains, home sales continue to post increases. 
  • Non-distressed home sales are increasing. Home buyers are showing high demand for non-distressed homes. In April, about 18 percent of sales were in foreclosure or a short sale — down from 28 percent year-over-year. 
  • Inventories have increased. In April, the number of homes for sale rose 11.9 percent from March. The limited supply — mixed with rising buyer demand — has helped home prices to rise around 10 percent year-over-year. “Rising inventory should ultimately slow some of the price rally while boosting sales volumes, helping to restore equilibrium in the housing market,” The Wall Street Journal reports. 
  • Homes are selling a lot quicker. About half of all homes that were sold in April were on the market for 46 days, down from 83 days one year earlier, according to NAR data. 
  • Call Sam Xavier today at 310-866-7598 or email samxavier@remax.net for a free no obligation presentation on selling your home for Top Dollar!
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Xavier and Xavier Release Free Mobile App for Apple Devices http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/307/ http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/307/#comments Wed, 08 May 2013 19:32:40 +0000 http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/?p=307

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Xavier and Xavier is proud to announce to be the first local South Bay Realtors with their very own Mobile App for Apple Devices!

You can download to your mobile device and search for properties, schedule a viewing, calculate your monthly mortgage payment, get your home value!

To Download Visit: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/xavier-xavier/id660535115?mt=8

Xavier and Xavier “ Experience You Can Trust”

 

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South Redondo May 2013 Real Estate Market Update http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/south-redondo-may-2013-real-estate-market-update/ http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/south-redondo-may-2013-real-estate-market-update/#respond Wed, 08 May 2013 18:47:57 +0000 http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/?p=296

We have more inventory going into the second quarter. As of May 8, 2013 we have 37 active SFR’s on the market ranging from $655K- $2.995M. 12 active townhouses ranging from $650K – $1.799M and 11 condo’s ranging from $460K-$869K. Prices are continuing to rise each month. There were only 7 closed SFR’s in April and were all standard equity sales. 13 townhomes closed and all were standard sales.  There were 9 condo’s that sold, 8 being standard sales and 1 Probate Sale.  As you can see distressed sales are now non existent. Average days on the market for SFR’s were 31 days down from 41 days on the market, townhouses 41 days significantly down from 68 days and Condos, 56 days down from 81 days on the market in March 2013. As you can see time to market is much lower than previous months this year and we are continuing to see multiple offers over asking price on most all South Redondo properties!

 

We are currently in a seller’s market and we still have a shortage of housing inventory in South Redondo Beach. If you are considering listing your home for sale please contact Xavier and Xavier for a free custom market analysis to get your home listed and sold quickly and smoothly!  Thank You, Sam and Bindu Xavier, Your South Redondo Real Estate Specialists.

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Selling in Redondo Beach For Top Dollar http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/selling-in-redondo-beach-for-top-dollar/ http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/selling-in-redondo-beach-for-top-dollar/#respond Fri, 19 Apr 2013 01:36:54 +0000 http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/?p=206

Xavier_Logo_withblackbgWhen you get serious about selling your home, the chances of your selling it quickly for top dollar will improve considerably if you list it with a real estate sales professional. If you doubt this, consider the fact that eight out of ten homes sold today–more in some markets–are listed with a professional real estate agent.

Listing your home places it on the local Multiple Listing Service that is subscribed to by a majority of real estate sales professionals. Through the MLS listing, your home is assured of getting the widest possible exposure to the market place.

Some buyers shop the home market on their own, but most save time and money by using the services of a real estate sales professional. Ask yourself which homes the real estate agent is going to show the prospective buyers–homes listed on the MLS or those that are not?

If you still want to try to sell your own home, be aware that you will face stiff competition when it comes to attracting qualified buyers!

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March 2013 South Redondo Market Update http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/march-2013-south-redondo-market-update/ http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/march-2013-south-redondo-market-update/#respond Sat, 02 Mar 2013 21:42:40 +0000 http://xaviermarketing.sageweb.1parkplace.com/?p=40

We face limited inventory going into the New Year. As of March 1, 2013 we have 23 active SFR’s on the market ranging from $669K- $2.199M. 18 active townhouses ranging from $460K – $1.195M and 12 condo’s ranging from $395K-$850K , There were only 14 closed SFR’s in February consisting of 13 standard sales and 1 REO. 4 townhomes closed consisting of 3 standard sales, 1 short sale. There were 4 condo’s that sold, 3 being standard sales and 1 REO. As you can see distressed sales are on the decline. Average days on the market for SFR’s were 41 days, townhouses 97 days up from 68 days and Condos, 81 days down from 110 days on the market in 90277.

We are definitely in a seller’s market and we have a shortage of new inventory in South Redondo Beach. If you are considering listing your home for sale please contact Xavier and Xavier for a free custom market analysis to get your home listed and sold in no time! Thank You, Sam and Bindu Xavier

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