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Insanity!Albert Einstein defined Insanity as: "Doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results." By this definition many home sellers in Vancouver and most Realtors are freaking insane! How many Realtors are using the same tactics to properties that worked in the 70's and 80's but have no relevance in today’s market? "It I keep putting an ad in the paper the phone has to ring!" ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on May 17, 2011
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The $15,000 bathroom & the $0.04 photo
This picture is of a $15,000 bathroom renovation in a condo in Greater Vancouver, problem is I can't see a thing... I guess this is a walk-in shower with a glass enclosure, maybe a granite counter, and a toilet perhaps? Come on people! You spent $15,000 on your new bathroom and this is the kind of photos being used to sell the property? WTH! If I am the owner of this condo then I am raging ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on May 17, 2011
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December 2010; Real estate market stable at year-end
The Greater Vancouver residential housing market entered three distinctive phases in 2010. Continued buoyancy from the post-recession recovery began the year, followed by a summer lull and, throughout the fall, a sustained period of stability.
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that total sales of detached, attached and apartment properties in 2010 reached 30,595, ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on January 8, 2011
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Unique Global EstatesMy goal as a Real Estate Marketer is to constantly be evolving my marketing plan and expanding my Global networks and reach. With this in mind it is with great pleasure that I announce my newly formed partnership with Unique Global Estates the “World’s Largest Showcase Exclusively for Multimillion Dollar Estates” It is a great honour to be one of a select few Vancouver Realtors affiliated ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on October 26, 2010
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Do Open Houses Seriously Work??
Yes. NAR (National Association of Realtors in the States) reports that one in four hundred home sell directly from an Open House. The most important part of that stat is that ONE HOME SELLS. As marketers we have no idea want is going to sell your home or where the Buyer for your home is going to come from all we know is that they are out there and we are going to find them. If we knew ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on October 26, 2010
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FREE REPORT: 10 Ways to make your house show like a model home in one weekend for under $200
If you’re going to sell your house in the next 6-12 months, what you do right now to prepare for the sale could make a difference of thousands of dollars...
Download the full report here
Craig Rushton | CENTURY 21 In Town Realty | 604.505.6503
Posted by Craig Rushton
on October 26, 2010
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20 Home Selling Tips
Make the Most of that First Impression A well-manicured lawn, neatly trimmed shrubs and a clutter-free porch welcome prospects. So does a freshly painted - or at least freshly scrubbed - front door. If it's autumn, rake the leaves. If it's winter, shovel the walkways. The fewer obstacles between prospects and the true appeal of your home, the better.
Invest a Few Hours for Future Dividends Here's ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on October 26, 2010
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CENTURY 21 Canada launches mobile siteThank you CENTURY 21 Canada for continuing to lead the way in online marketing and exposure. With the addition of the mobile site the exposure we are able to provide to our clients remains second to none. Via REM Century 21 Canada has launched a mobile web platform for users of popular hand-held devices and smart phones, including Blackberry, iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad and Google Android phones. Additional ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on August 1, 2010
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What is an Expired Listing and why do Listings Expire?Simply put an Expired Listing is a home that was for sale and did not sell during the term of the listing contract. This can be a very frustrating and confusing situation for Sellers who have not only worked hard to get their home ready and available for showings and Open Houses but have probably already planned their move and the next step in their lives. There are three main reason listing tend ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on June 3, 2010
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Another Happy Client!Craig,
Thank you for all the effort you put into placing my unit on the market. The video/photos were amazing. I was thrilled to have an offer as quick as I did. -Julie, Condo Seller, Downtown Vancouver
Posted by Craig Rushton
on February 5, 2010
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Preparing your home for sale
Posted by Craig Rushton, CENTURY 21 In Town Realty-Vancouver,604,505.6503, craig@craigrushton.com, www.craigrushton.com, www.twitter.com/craigrushton
Posted by Craig Rushton
on December 14, 2009
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CENTURY 21 getting your home 3 times the web traffic
Data gathered by ComScore - a global leader in digital market research - and by the Canadian Real Estate Association, reveals that Century21.ca delivers three times the number of unique visitors per sales representative than any other competitive brand in Canada!
Posted by Craig Rushton, CENTURY 21 In Town Realty, 604.505.6503, craig@craigrushton.com, www.craigrushton.com, ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on September 24, 2009
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Just Listed! #408-1633 MacKay Avenue, North Vancouver; Touchstone
2 Bedroom Penthouse Suite at Touchstone. This barley lived in suite features an Open Floor Plan with stunning views to the Lions Gate Bridge. The 857 SqFt of functional living space includes 2 generously sized bedrooms along with 2 baths,separate dining area & balcony. The kitchen features never used S/S appliances, granite counters, breakfast bar and ample work/storage space. The ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on August 21, 2009
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The New NorthVancouverTownHouse.comWelcome to the new NorthVancouverTownHouse.com. North Vancouver's premier Townhouse marketing website. It is a destination for Townhouse Buyers and Sellers alike featuring listings, complex/building information, an active Blog and more.
Marketing is at the center of all we do at NorthVancouverTownHouse.com. From the moment your listing is signed your home is marketed directly to buyers looking ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on February 26, 2009
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Google bails on newpapersGoogle announced it is killing off its print ad program with newspapers
To quote:
While we hoped that Print Ads would create a new revenue stream for newspapers and produce more relevant advertising for consumers, the product has not created the impact that we - or our partners - wanted
Seems not even Google can sell a newspaper ad these days.
Newspaper ad revenue has been in a death spiral ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on February 4, 2009
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Virtual Open House; #107-188 West 29th Street, North Vancouver...Vista 29In case you missed the Open House this weekend:
Want to see it live? Call craig at 604.505.6503
Posted by Craig B Rushton, CENTURY 21 In Town Realty, 604.505.6503, www.craigrushton.com, www.TellOneMore.com
Posted by Craig Rushton
on February 3, 2009
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Great Photos in Real Estate MarketingWe talked about it before but one thing that really drives me crazy is when a listing has poor photos-or no photos at all. On Realtor.ca you are given space for 10 photos, that's 10 opportunities to catch someone's attention and get them to view your home. Our company's policy is to feature at least 21 photos of all our listings. Great photos are essential in Real Estate today; they showcase your ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on December 9, 2008
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