Assist-2-Sell Franchise

Assist-2-Sell office committed to saving homeowners more money

April 27, 2008

Renee Zarelli and Robert Burtt know a good thing when they see it. For the last three years, this team has run the Assist-2-Sell office in Matawan.

"Homeowners realize that selling a house and getting a good price requires the help of a Realtor who is experienced and professional, and more and more sellers are learning that this kind of service doesn't have to mean paying a high commission," said Zarelli. "We're excited about Assist-2-Sell because it allows sellers to keep more of their home's equity, without sacrificing any of the services they want and need from a real estate agent."

As a full-service real estate brokerage, Assist-2-Sell's team of experienced brokers and agents handle everything throughout the entire process of selling a home. That includes pricing the home; advertising and marketing online including an enhanced Realtor.com marketing package and offline; showing the home to prospective buyers; working with other local brokers and agents; and managing all of the paperwork and the closing.

Explained Burtt, "The only difference between Assist-2-Sell and traditionally priced real estate companies is our compensation structure. We charge a low 3.75 percent commission that is a percentage of a home's sale price. Which is a substantial savings compared to other traditional brokers."

Assist-2-Sell isn't a new concept for most people in New Jersey but there is one misperception Zarelli and Burtt would like to clarify.

"Some people think Assist-2-Sell listings aren't in the multiple listing services. The MLS is definitely one of the tools we use to market houses," assured Zarelli.

There are no upfront or hidden charges. Assist-2-Sell isn't paid until the home is sold and after the closing.

"Despite a generally sluggish housing market, the ongoing subprime mortgage crisis and intense media scrutiny, we are excited about the future of real estate in New Jersey," said Burtt.

"The last year has been difficult for New Jersey homeowners but we're beginning to see a light at the end of the tunnel. We really are excited about the direction the market is headed," he continued. "We believe the market correction that is happening now can only serve to help our communities grow and remain affordable for the average family wanting to own a home while trying to make a living."

Assist-2-Sell also provides home buyers with a full range of services, including access to the company's exclusive listings databases.

"It really is a great time to buy a home," explained Burtt. "Some of the best deals that I have ever seen are right now. The selection of houses is great, interest rates are at all time low, and would-be homeowners are sure to benefit from the new economic stimulus package."

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Assist-2-Sell Broker Honored as One of Newnan's Top Performing Realtors®

Michele Feeley Receives “P”

The Newnan-Coweta Board of Realtors® in Georgia has honored Michele Feeley, owner and principle broker of the Newnan and Peachtree City, Ga., Assist-2-Sell® offices, with its “Professional Achievement Award.” Feeley was among 99 winners of the award, each of whom had real estate sales in the amount of, or in excess of, $1 million for 2007.

“I’m really excited to have won this award for the second year in a row,” says Feeley. “After purchasing the Assist-2-Sell® offices in Newnan and Peachtree City within in the last two years, my team and I have worked really hard to not only build a strong reputation with local home sellers and home buyers, but also with other brokers and agents. Winning this award proves we’ve been successful.”

With its “Full Service with $avings!”® program, Assist-2-Sell saves homeowners a significant amount of money on the sale of their home. The Newnan and Peachtree City offices charge a low, flat fee of only $2,995. Home buyers also have access to a full range of services, including Assist-2-Sell’s exclusive listings databases.

“This may sound strange, but our success wouldn’t be possible without the help of our competitors,” continues Feeley. “We market our listings directly to buyers but we also cooperate with real estate agents at other brokerages. They show and sell our listings all of the time.”

To learn more about Assist-2-Sell, call (770) 253-8784 or e-mail mfeeley@assist2sell.com.This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it Additional information is available online at www.SoldinGeorgia.com. Assist-2-Sell Buyer & Seller Realty is located at 1 Bledsoe Road in Suite D in Newnan and 111 Petrol Pointe Suite F, Peachtree City.

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Assist-2-Sell Broker Honored as One of Hawaii’s Highest Achieving Realtors®

Michael Burnstein Out Performs While Saving Maui Home Sellers Millions in Commission

Michael Burnstein, owner and principle broker of Assist-2-Sell Buyers and Sellers Real Estate in Maui, Hawaii, has been recognized by Hawaii Business magazine as one of Hawaii's “Top 100 Realtors®.”

Maui, HI, April 21, 2008 --(PR.com)-- Hawaii Business magazine has honored Michael Burnstein, owner and principle broker of the Maui Assist-2-Sell® office, as one of Hawaii’s 2008 “Top 100 Realtors®.” Burnstein was chosen from nearly 10,000 real estate agents from throughout the state of Hawaii based on total sales volume in the resale home market for 2007.

Burnstein is also named in Hawaii Business magazine’s “Who’s Who in Hawaii Real Estate” directory.

“I couldn’t be more excited about this award. My team and I have worked really hard over the last three years to build a reputation with Maui home sellers and we’ve obviously succeeded,” says Burnstein. “Assist-2-Sell’s popularity has skyrocketed locally so quickly because we provide our customers with great service while charging such reasonable fees.”

With its “Full Service with $avings!”® program, Assist-2-Sell saves homeowners a significant amount of money on the sale of their home. The Maui office charges a low, flat fee of $4,995 for homes up to $500,000, with moderate increases for homes that list for more. Home buyers also have access to a full range of services, including Assist-2-Sell’s exclusive listings databases.

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How to Effectively Market Your Home to Buyers

Lyle Martin          April 08, 2008   

As a home seller, you and your real estate agent have a lot of tools available to attract the attention of potential home buyers. Here are some of the most commonly used methods for advertising property listings and expert insight into their effectiveness.

Multiple Listing Service

The Multiple Listing Service is one of the most effective marketing tools you can use when selling your home. An MLS is a private database that allows real estate brokers who are representing home sellers to share information about property listings with real estate brokers who represent home buyers. Most buyers´ agents rely primarily on the MLS when looking for homes for their customers.

The only way to market your home through the MLS is by listing with a real estate agent who is a member of the local MLS.

Compensation to the selling agent is offered on all homes in the MLS. While the percentage may vary, it is typically around three percent. Make sure your agent specifies in writing how much of the commission you pay will be offered through the MLS to the selling agent. Don´t be fooled by an agent who offers to lower their commission—oftentimes to keep you from choosing a discount broker—and then offers less than the customary rate in the MLS.

Yard Signs

Home buyers tend to drive through the neighborhoods they are interested in so yard signs can easily attract their attention. Also, people who live in your neighborhood may have friends who have expressed an interest in the area. Always allow your agent to put a "For Sale!" sign in your yard.

Avoid "sign riders" that say "By Appointment Only!" All showings are by appointment so you don´t need to spell it out on the sign. Besides, it sounds uninviting. Also, make it easy for your home to be shown. Allow a lockbox to be placed on your home so other agents can show it to potential buyers quickly and easily.

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