Freebies and Fun links for Hilton Head!
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InterNot…not internet!
Be the first to comment on this post Categories: Market Trends and InformationDear friends, clients and fellow associates~
The internet is many things but there are still many things it is not. I had one seller tell me “the one thing I would not take off the table is the buyer, seller, realtor relationship (despite the internet). That is, you have a seller with something distinctive and a buyer with distinctive wants; if you can see the match a sale happens. The web site does not easily accommodate that.” I call this the interNOT factor. Simply said, the internet is a great way to research, but at the end of the day the internet falls short in allowing us to feel, see and experience the community or property. It does not summarize or overcome objections, it simply loads us up with information and choices.
Knowing what the internet is and what it is not, helps us as we continue to provide new services to our sellers and buyers. Our websites are reporting hundreds of visitors per week as buyers click and pick their perfect properties. We are spending a large amount of time and money driving traffic to our websites. Last week alone, we put our new blog in front of over 15,000 prospects and our blog was most recently in the Blog Section of the CNN article Hilton Head by water a marina by marina guide. In addition, our company spent over $100,000 last year on a new website that is now capturing buyers! While we do our best to provide virtual tours, photos, helpful descriptions and useful facts we never know where a buyer will find us!
When a buyer or seller searches real estate on the web we never know where they will land. Therefore it is our goal to have as many websites as possible. These websites are similar to having billboards or for sale signs located all over the world. Although our websites are worldwide, we go out globally to 38 countries with just one of these websites. We post our properties on 39+ of these which reach world wide! With a population of only 35,000, these websites have the advantage of reaching “critical mass” for our Hilton Head Island Properties.
Below are just a few of the national and international web sites we have our properties shown on everyday:
So go ahead…click and pick! We are here if you have any questions or want to see, feel and experience this community and property in real life. Thank you.
All the best…
Robbie Bunting & Jane Hyers
Realtor ~ Associate Broker
Hilton Head Island, SC
Via Phone 800-932-3652 ~ 842-0805
e-mail robbie@robbiebunting.com
Click HERE for my blog
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The internet has changed my business, has it changed yours? Buyers now surf the web looking for the right property instead of walking through doors. However, when a buyers finally walk through the door they are more qualified and knowledgeable than ever before. It used to take us days, weeks and sometimes years to find the perfect property for our buyers. Today more time is spent clicking through properties on the internet and less time walking into them which speeds up process.
TANSTAAFL on Hilton Head, but…
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Bistro 17 ~ FREE Bottle of Bistro Wine with purchase of 2 entrees at dinner or 10% off Lunch. Located in Shelter Cove Harbour. bistro17hhi@aol.com
Designing to Sell ~ FREE 1 hour consultation that includes furniture re-arrangement and design consultation. (843)301-3226 kellyhughes@designingtosellinc.com
Pana Roofing ~ “FREE” roof cleaning and inspection program. Please email or call them to schedule an appointment. (843)682-2440 office@panaroofing.com
Hilton Head Prime ~ $25 off Dinner at HH Prime at the Oceanfront Hilton! Father’s Day or any day from 6/14 through 6/28/2009. Just sign up for their email updates on special events and your $25 off dinner coupon will be waiting for you at HH Prime! http://www.hhprime.com/fathersday_popup/fathersday_popup.asp
Mortgage Network ~ “FREE” One Hour private Consultation with David Crowell~ Mortgage tune up or new purchase includes pitfalls to look out for and opportunities ahead. Client for life program w/FREE Refi’s call (843)842-4004 dcrowell@mortgagenetwork.com.
Coastal Pools and Fountains, Inc ~ FREE pool design and setback review for home and lot owners. FREE pool owners first months service with one year contract and FREE standard tile replacement with re-plaster of pool. (843)686-4812 or Danyg@aol.com
Bunting Construction Company ~ FREE garage floor painting included with new home construction contracts over $500,000. Offer valid 6/1/09-12/31/09 (843)384-7468 or sbunting@buntingcompany.com
Free $8,000 Tax Credit ~ FHA-approved lenders were recently given the green light to develop bridge-loan products that would allow first-time buyers (anyone who has not owned a home in the last three years) to use the benefits of the federal tax credit “upfront.” Contact me (800)932-3652 or islandrealtor@hargray.com
Home or Villa Buyers ~ FREE one year home warranty for buyers after purchase and for sellers during the listing period. This $550 value is paid for at closing and costs sellers nothing if I do not sell their property. (800)932-3652 or islandrealtor@hargray.com
Studio V Yoga ~ FREE first session Yoga on the beach for all levels with the mention of this ad. Wednesdays at 9:00 a.m. Meet on the Holiday Inn Beach to the right of the Tiki hut when facing the ocean. Bring a large beach towel. Call Karen (843)816-3777 studiovforhealth@aol.com
Rental Property Buyers ~ FREE Rental Website (Vacation Rental By Owner VRBO) when you purchase a rental property with us. This includes photos, description, a how to use session and first year payment. (800)932-3652 or islandrealtor@hargray.com
Pro-Photo ~ 20% off vacation or family professional photos by Scott Moody. This offer is for the sitting fee at Pro Photo. Located on Arrow Road past Salty Dog T-Shirt Factory. scott@prophotosc.com
Masterkey Lock Service ~ $10.00 off the first service call with the mention of this e-mail ad. Call Richard at (843)684-0688 magnolem@aol.com
Professional Cleaning Services ~ 25% off the first deep clean for homes or villas and 20% off your first regular home or villa cleaning. Call Zaida Lopez at (843)684-0257
Professional Painting Services ~ 20% off the first paint quote interior or exterior with the mention of this email ad. Call Roberto Lopez at (843)689-9657
Gentle Spray Powerwash ~ 25% off the power wash of your home or villa with the mention of this email ad. (843)671-2929 gentlespray@hargray.com
Santa Fe Restaurant ~ Free Appetizer when two or more dinner entrees are ordered(first time with the mention of this email ad.) Offer not for use with any other discounts or specials. (843)785-3838 www.santafehhi.com
Regions Bank ~ Free with no monthly fee LifeGreen Checking Accounts for students and people over 50. Includes a Check Card and direct deposit or 5 electronic transactions per month or Online Statements (otherwise $5 monthly fee). (843) 785-5649 Mark.Brittman@Regions.com
We hope you avail yourself to the businesses and the people that have stepped forward with these offers for you. If you have any questions or comments feel free to call or email us anytime. Be sure to tell them “Robbie & Jane” sent you. Thank you.
Have fun!
Robbie Bunting * Jane Hyers
Phone 800-932-3652 ~ 842-0805
e-mail robbie@robbiebunting.com
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Don’t take a chance on time….
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The top 15 reasons to buy real estate on Hilton Head!
1. Hilton Head is a driving market from almost anywhere!
2. Money is cheap right now and everyone needs a home or a place to recharge!
3. Short selling allows you to short buy in this market.
4. You will find great locations.
5. Your kids will thank you someday.
6. Real Estate is not as volatile as stocks.
7. You can Vacation in your second home investment.
8. Real estate loans ARE available.
9. A new baby boomer turns 60 every 7 seconds (approx. 8,000 a day).
10. Real estate is temporarily on sale.
11. Buy when it’s low and be happy.
12. Sellers are reading the same thing buyers are!
13. The country needs you to!
14. High Supply gets you the best pick!
15. Real Estate always leads us out of tough times!
Your business is truly appreciated. We thank you for continued trust, your business and the referrals.
Respectfully,
Robbie Bunting & Jane Hyers
Wanted: Any one who has not owned a home in the last 3 Years…
Be the first to comment on this post Categories: Off Topic Hilton Head AreaBreaking News: Tax Credit Can Be Used on Closing Costs. Call Me For Details!
FHA-approved lenders were recently given the green light to develop bridge-loan products that would allow first-time buyers (anyone who has not owned a home in the last three years) to use the benefits of the federal tax credit “upfront.”
Under these HUD developments and ! guidance, FHA-approved lenders can develop bridge loans that buyers can use in different ways. Most notably, you could use it to help cover closing costs, possibly buy down your interest rate, or even offer more than the minimum 3.5 percent down, which would allow you to make a stronger offer—a key strategy in some markets where first time buyers are competing with investors in specific price ranges.
Note: HUD officials indicate that the loans can’t be used to cover the required minimum 3.5 percent down, only to supplement the down payment. In addition to this new development, there remain many state, local and nonprofit lender resources and programs for buyers needing help with t! he 3.5 percent downpayment. (Call me to see which resources you might qualify for)
These new developments, combined with the (up to) $8,000 tax credit and the historically low prices and still low mortgage rates, make this an opportune time to buy. Call me for a free consultation to discuss your specific opportunities and situation. The tax credit is only good through 2009, so now is the time to take advantage and not get caught in the crunch toward the end of the year when procrastinating buyers will scramble to buy before the tax credit expires.
Packing list, stuff to do and A Crystal Ball!
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Dear Clients, Friends and Fellow Associates~
We would like to share our monthly market trend reports with you. This crystal ball or trend report tells us where the most robust (busiest) price segments of the market are. It will show us the active number of listings and the sales that occur each month in each pricing segment. It also give us an actual listing to sale price, the days on the market and the number of months of inventory.
The most critical information that a Market Trend Report will convey is what we call the “Big Three”. The Big Three are the 3 most vital statistics for any market place in any price range. The big three statistics are as follows:
1. Average number of listings taken vs. Average number of sales in a given period which will give us the number of months of inventory that we have.
2. Average Days on the Market for properties that do sell when they are correct in price.
3. Average List price to Average Sales Price which is an indication of negotiation and the firmness of the market.
We thought the following packing list and a few cool things happening in the next few weeks would be helpful…
Fun Stuff:
1. Summer Savings Package…Book before 6/8/09 & receive 10-30% off all daily or weekly rentals through 8/31/09(email us for more information.)
2. HEADLINERS at Tunes & Brews Wednesday – June 10, 2009~ 5-8 pm at the Shops at Sea Pines Center
3. Beach Bum Triathlon at Hilton Head Island – June 13, 2009
4. Menopause the Musical…June 9-July 26, 2009 (Arts Center)
5. Average Air Temperature 86 ~ Ocean Temperature 82 FULL MOON – Sunday June 7th
6. Email us and we will send more ideas!
Beach Packing List
Light colored swimsuits ~ It makes your skin appear tanner!
Camera~ bring zip lock plastic bags to protect them at the beach
Sunglasses that are polarized…Wal-Mart fishing section has the best!
Sunscreen ~ every two hours or after swimming/strenuous activity.
Flip flops ~ the cheaper the better…
Sneakers or tennis shoes depending on where you’re from
Sweat pants/sweatshirt(cold movie theaters)
Towels, buy them here, they are cheaper!
Lip Balm ~ No one likes chapped lips
Jam Box or IPOD for the beach.
Bring along some detergent (packing light is cool)
Bring a tiny flash light so you can find your way on the dark bike paths
Beach Umbrella, Folding chairs, Sand toys for kids are cheaper here!
A large mesh beach bag is good to haul all this stuff to and from the beach
Lastly, put together a beach first-aid kit. It should include things such as Aloe Vera cream, sunburn reliever, band aids and anti-bacterial ointments. Don’t forget the over the counter pain relievers and be sure to add any prescription medications that your family may need while they are traveling.
Have fun at the beach, but be sure to take a look at real estate. 2009 will go down in the books! Right now, we are selling some of the best real estate we have ever seen. Buyers are being rewarded for making offers in this market.
The real estate links below are interesting and can be very helpful. By the way, if you need wireless internet access while you are on the Island, just pop by my office(#6 Queens Folly Road at the front entrance to Palmetto Dunes). Let the receptionist know you do not need any help, Robbie said it was O.K.
Cyber Homes Click here to get some cool information about your property or the property you are looking at by simply adding your address of your current property.
Annual Credit Report Are you ready to buy? This service is free with Equifax, TransUnion or Experian.
All the best…Robbie Bunting and Jane Hyers
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