If you are thinking of getting into the real estate business or considering a switch from your current broker, let us tell you how easy it is at Nothnagle!
Nothnagle provides agents with the most support services of any real estate company in the region. We also give agents the largest support staff—over 100 people working behind the scenes to support you.
As one of our agents, you can use as many support services as you like. It’s completely up to you and the way you work. All services are provided free of charge too!
Here is a sampling of the support services we provide:
•Placing company-paid print advertising
•Placing company-paid self promotion ads
•Preparing presentation packets
•Preparing listing packets
•Producing online Guided Tours for your listings
•Listing your home on Rochester’s most popular real estate web site
•Scheduling appointments for showings
•Entering new listings into MLS
•Providing agents and sellers with copies of all paperwork
•Coordinating transactions and paperwork for house closings
•Ordering “Just Listed” postcards
•Sending out mailings
•Maintaining your mailing list
•Providing one-on-one support
•Providing training
•Brainstorming innovative sales strategies
•Providing carefully screened contractors to facilitate home sales
•And much more
All of these support services are available to Nothnagle agents, free of charge. Use as many—or as few—as you like. It’s totally up to you.
There’s a lot that goes into being successful at real estate. No real estate company does more than Nothnagle to give you the support you need.
Talk to us about switching to Nothnagle. Find an office near you and then call a Branch Manager to learn more. Our agents tell us they wish they had switched sooner!
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Friday, February 25, 2011
Real Estate Market Makes a Come-Back
The real estate market has experienced difficulty over the last five years. From 2000-2006, house values climbed to unbelievable heights. Since then, we have seen much of this appreciation disappear. Many now look at the housing market as dead and lying in the ashes of its previous glory. However, there is growing evidence that the market is coming back to life.
Buyer activity is increasing
The first sign of an improving market is buyers again beginning to shop for a home for themselves and their family. That is taking place right now.
Pete Flint, CEO of Trulia said in a recent press release:
“We’re seeing a national resurgence of buyer and seller activity on Trulia.com. In January alone, we experienced an unprecedented level of site traffic including 11 million unique visitors – which is more than 70 percent year-over-year growth… (We) are now experiencing 100,000 property views per minute.”
The latest Credit Suisse Monthly Survey of Real Estate Agents reports:
Our Monthly Survey of Real Estate Agents pointed to another month of improved traffic – the third straight month, and the highest level for our traffic index since April 2010, the last month of the homebuyer tax credit. The improved economy and stronger consumer confidence has translated into an increase in homebuyer traffic.
But have they actually started purchasing?
The best news is that buyers are not just looking. The latest National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) Pending Sales Report, which quantifies the number of homes going into contract, shows continued improvement:
Pending home sales improved further in December, marking the fifth gain in the past six months.
Buyer activity is increasing
The first sign of an improving market is buyers again beginning to shop for a home for themselves and their family. That is taking place right now.
Pete Flint, CEO of Trulia said in a recent press release:
“We’re seeing a national resurgence of buyer and seller activity on Trulia.com. In January alone, we experienced an unprecedented level of site traffic including 11 million unique visitors – which is more than 70 percent year-over-year growth… (We) are now experiencing 100,000 property views per minute.”
The latest Credit Suisse Monthly Survey of Real Estate Agents reports:
Our Monthly Survey of Real Estate Agents pointed to another month of improved traffic – the third straight month, and the highest level for our traffic index since April 2010, the last month of the homebuyer tax credit. The improved economy and stronger consumer confidence has translated into an increase in homebuyer traffic.
But have they actually started purchasing?
The best news is that buyers are not just looking. The latest National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) Pending Sales Report, which quantifies the number of homes going into contract, shows continued improvement:
Pending home sales improved further in December, marking the fifth gain in the past six months.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Nothnagle Home Services is Here to Help You
Whether it's a ripped carpet or rental services; from auto inspections to air purification. Nothnagle Home Services can do it all. Through their partnership with trusted Rochester area contractors, service partners, and retailers, Home Services provides Nothnagle clients with home-related products and services before, during, and after their move.
Home Services does so much more than just providing moving services. There are service partners that specialize in whatever you may need. From paint, interior decorating, mowing, pest removal, remodeling, trash/garbage pickup, home security, or heating/air conditioning, Home Services will help get the job done. A full list of our service categories can be found here.
Each one of our service partners provides some special benefit exclusively to Nothnagle clients who go through Home Services. Every partner is required to maintain a 95% satisfaction rate with our clients, so you can be sure you are getting the highest quality service. Take comfort in knowing the job will get done right. A full list of our service partners can be found here.
Take advantage of what Home Services can offer! Register now and get started.
Visit our Facebook page to stay up-to-date with our newest partners and special promotions!
Home Services does so much more than just providing moving services. There are service partners that specialize in whatever you may need. From paint, interior decorating, mowing, pest removal, remodeling, trash/garbage pickup, home security, or heating/air conditioning, Home Services will help get the job done. A full list of our service categories can be found here.
Each one of our service partners provides some special benefit exclusively to Nothnagle clients who go through Home Services. Every partner is required to maintain a 95% satisfaction rate with our clients, so you can be sure you are getting the highest quality service. Take comfort in knowing the job will get done right. A full list of our service partners can be found here.
Take advantage of what Home Services can offer! Register now and get started.
Visit our Facebook page to stay up-to-date with our newest partners and special promotions!
Thursday, February 17, 2011
How to Buy Your First Home
Property prices are the lowest they've been in a decade or more. Mortgage rates continue to hover near historic lows. This is great news for first-time buyers.
"It's a great time to buy if you've got the credit," says Andrew Firoved, chief executive and founder of CounselorDirect.com. "They say buy low, sell high, and you're buying low."
To make sure you buy low and smart, here are a few tips:
Make sure buying is for you. If you are planning to move in the next few years or if your job outlook is uncertain, buying might not be a good move. After all, the days when houses could quickly be flipped for more money are all but gone. If you don't feel that you are going to stay in your job or current location then consider renting.
Do a credit check. Cash and good credit are critical to snagging a bargain home and keeping it. Before you start looking, make sure you have the cash on hand for a down payment and a mortgage lender who is willing to provide you with a home loan at an affordable rate. Pre-approval can help expedite the closing of your purchase.
Consider a down payment and the alternatives. It is suggested that first-time home buyers cough up 20% of the home value. This immediately adds equity to the house and lowers monthly payments. However, many first-timers don't have the cash to put up 20%. No need to worry; there are options that should work for you. There are several government-backed loans with 0% to 3.5% down, and a handful of other alternatives.
Be realistic about costs. Don't look for a home that will eat up all of your monthly income. In addition to mortgage and principal payments, buying a home means paying for insurance, maintenance and real estate taxes. One of the biggest mistakes first-time home buyers make is they don't leave themselves with enough money.
Don't cut corners on inspections. Always cough up the extra cash for a good home inspection, expecially if you're buying a foreclosed home. A home inspection is key to really understanding the condition the home is in.
If you're thinking about buying a home, we can help. Get started here.
"It's a great time to buy if you've got the credit," says Andrew Firoved, chief executive and founder of CounselorDirect.com. "They say buy low, sell high, and you're buying low."
To make sure you buy low and smart, here are a few tips:
Make sure buying is for you. If you are planning to move in the next few years or if your job outlook is uncertain, buying might not be a good move. After all, the days when houses could quickly be flipped for more money are all but gone. If you don't feel that you are going to stay in your job or current location then consider renting.
Do a credit check. Cash and good credit are critical to snagging a bargain home and keeping it. Before you start looking, make sure you have the cash on hand for a down payment and a mortgage lender who is willing to provide you with a home loan at an affordable rate. Pre-approval can help expedite the closing of your purchase.
Consider a down payment and the alternatives. It is suggested that first-time home buyers cough up 20% of the home value. This immediately adds equity to the house and lowers monthly payments. However, many first-timers don't have the cash to put up 20%. No need to worry; there are options that should work for you. There are several government-backed loans with 0% to 3.5% down, and a handful of other alternatives.
Be realistic about costs. Don't look for a home that will eat up all of your monthly income. In addition to mortgage and principal payments, buying a home means paying for insurance, maintenance and real estate taxes. One of the biggest mistakes first-time home buyers make is they don't leave themselves with enough money.
Don't cut corners on inspections. Always cough up the extra cash for a good home inspection, expecially if you're buying a foreclosed home. A home inspection is key to really understanding the condition the home is in.
If you're thinking about buying a home, we can help. Get started here.
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Hilton Real Estate Firm Merges with Nothnagle Realtors
Braeview Realty is now Nothnagle Realtors! In a joint announcement, Mary Hauck Sceusa of Braeview and Nothnagle CEO Armand D’Alfonso shared the exciting news with their respective sales teams last week.
Braeview has served the Hilton area since it started in the home of Mary Ann Hauck 47 years ago in 1964. In 1977, the office moved into the Village of Hilton and has had a prominent presence in the area until the merger in January 2011. The Braeview team will operate in Nothnagle’s Hilton branch located at 49 Railroad Avenue.
The team who is now part of Nothnagle consists of Mary Ann Hauck, Mary Hauck Sceusa, Anna Migitskiy, Lynn Wilkens Neu, Cheryl Personte and Tom Personte. Throughout Braeview’s nearly fifty years in business, they have served Monroe and Orleans counties as well as portions of Genesee and Livingston counties.
“Tying the two companies together will be a tremendous asset to the Hilton/Western Monroe County area in the service that can now be provided. The Braeview team is an experienced sales force and we are so thrilled to have them on board,” said Nothnagle CEO Armand D’Alfonso.
“Braeview has been a part of Hilton for their entire existence. I believe that this partnership will only strengthen our local Hilton office and bring better service to Western Monroe County”, said Dan Head, branch manager of the Nothnagle Hilton branch.
Braeview has served the Hilton area since it started in the home of Mary Ann Hauck 47 years ago in 1964. In 1977, the office moved into the Village of Hilton and has had a prominent presence in the area until the merger in January 2011. The Braeview team will operate in Nothnagle’s Hilton branch located at 49 Railroad Avenue.
The team who is now part of Nothnagle consists of Mary Ann Hauck, Mary Hauck Sceusa, Anna Migitskiy, Lynn Wilkens Neu, Cheryl Personte and Tom Personte. Throughout Braeview’s nearly fifty years in business, they have served Monroe and Orleans counties as well as portions of Genesee and Livingston counties.
“Tying the two companies together will be a tremendous asset to the Hilton/Western Monroe County area in the service that can now be provided. The Braeview team is an experienced sales force and we are so thrilled to have them on board,” said Nothnagle CEO Armand D’Alfonso.
“Braeview has been a part of Hilton for their entire existence. I believe that this partnership will only strengthen our local Hilton office and bring better service to Western Monroe County”, said Dan Head, branch manager of the Nothnagle Hilton branch.
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