New Wamego Listing!

Conventions, Retreats and Technology...So Overwhelming!

Here I've sat ALL day long trying to implement the hundreds of ideas I brought home from the KAR convention and office retreat last week. Wow! What an overwhelming task. I know that many of us take detailed notes and strive to improve our business by utilizing this new information, but really, who has the time?

Ah, ha! That's it, that's what gets me motivated...most don't have the time so won't end up using half, if any, of the ideas and I really want to be a better agent and set myself apart. So, here I sit trying to get back into a blogging routine. Check! One thing off my list.

Only 99 more tasks to complete and then I'll start on that reading list that's buried around here somewhere.

ERA The Conderman Group Has Award Winning Agents

The Manhattan Association of REALTORS® held its first annual awards luncheon on Tuesday, March 11,2008. Presenting the awards was special guest Karen Gehle, CEO of the Kansas Association of REALTORS®. All awards shared some criteria including adherence to the REALTOR® Code of Ethics, participation in the activities of the local, state and national association, their level of participation in civic affairs, and their business accomplishments.

To be named Rookie of the Year, an agent must have been a REALTOR® for two years or less.
REALTOR® of the Year must have a member of the association for a minimum of two years. Nominees for the Spirit Award were judged on their pride in being a REALTOR® and their knowledge of the issues. The Salesperson of the Year is limited to a member who has been a REALTOR® for at least two years and does not hold a management position in a firm.

The 2007 MAR Awards winners are

Rookie of the Year
Katie Wolf, ERA The Conderman Group

Salesperson of the Year
Pam Westmeyer, Christian and Associates

Spirit Award
Jim Blanton, Blanton and Associates

Realtor of the Year
Jean Hill, ERA The Conderman Group

How can I help a buyer?

Many people do not understand the role of a Buyer's Agent, so I would like to share the importance of hiring one and let you in on a bit of information regarding my fees.

Let me ask you, Buyer...Can you determine if a home is listed at fair market value, somewhat over-priced, or WAY over-priced? As your Buyer’s Agent, I can help you negotiate a fair price, protect your interests, and assist in ridding the emotion from the equation with a comparative market analysis before you make an offer. The best part is that my services usually do not cost the buyer any money!

If this interests you at all give me a call and I'll go into more detail. A Buyer's Agent is something I wish I had known about when I purchased my first home. I think I could have saved some money and felt more at ease during the home purchasing process.

8 Tips for Pricing Your Home

8 Tips for Pricing Your Home -- It's tough to be a seller in a buyer's market. Pricing your home is even more important.

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WILDCAT Fans Let's See Your Pride!

KSU 84
K-who? 75

What a game! That's what I call something worth watching. I don't get to watch much ball, but I have to say, that was one heck of a game to watch!

Wildcats or Jayhawks?

Well, tomorrow is the big day! The Sunflower Showdown...the Kansas Men's basketball ticket to have!

For the first time in 50 years Kansas State and Kansas will meet as ranked opponents. As it stood on Monday, The Associated Press Top 25 Poll placed Kansas at No. 2 and Kansas State at No. 22.

The Showdown begins on Wednesday at 7pm at Bramlage Coliseum in Manhattan. GO CATS!