Gary White FlexIt Realty~Real Estate & Updates, Grand Rapids & West Michigan

Some go for stylish good looks when buying electronics and other look at the performance and forget about the style.

I have been using bluetooth hands free wireless technology for a long time for my cell phone.  The deal is simple for me.  I purchase one of the top of the line ear piece units called Jawbone.  It isn't for me, it makes my ear ache, the noise cancelling qualities are less then desirable.

Less than three months ago I upgraded to the Jawbone.  I want hands free when I drive.  It makes using the phone very easy and I have control while driving with both hands available.  That was the plan anyway, having a hands free technology.  It turns out to be after adjusting, swapping ear buds and ear clips to hold the unit I still have to press on the unit with my finger to get people to hear.

Today I went back to the old style clunker that may not be as flashy or set any trends.  People never complained they couldn't hear me.  They didn't have the background noise and they never said call me back when I can hear you while I was driving in my car.

Thinking of buying a new bluetooth hands free?  check out some of the trends and options on this link http://www.smartratings.com/electronics/cell_phone_headsets or look here for a different perspective from consumer reports on video.  http://video.aol.com/video-detail/consumer-reports-reviews-bluetooth-headsets/3159097414

You have choices and making the wrong one can cost your business and give you an ear ache!

What device have you found that works or doesn't.  Consumers Report has their favorite although it is a bit pricey.

Website are a key element of the marketing and sales approach when it come to selling homes.

Some would suggest the most important part of exposing seller property to buyers is a prominent website.

FlexIt Realty has had a strong presence on the internet and now has launched a new website www.FlexItRealtyMichigan.com

The website upgrades include foreclosure properties for investors at the click of a button.

The New FlexIt Realty website offers many of the original feature like the active listings of the Grand Rapids Realtors Association MLS through a broker sharing program.

It has new and expanded glossary of real estate terms, first time buyer information and much more.

Need calculators to decide if renting or buying is a good choice for you?  Check out the new website we have incorporate 14 different types of calculators.

The key to a website is being user friendly.  We think this is one of the best see what you think.

We have multiple websites up at the same time right now.  The launch phase of the new website happened a couple of days ago.  We are still adding listing information.  Mean while the other site www.FlexItRealty.com is active.  We will be transporting the name www.FlexItRealty.com to the new site once all the data has been updated.

Let us know what you think of the new site.  It is designed to offer the maximum amount of information in the easiest format possible.

Thanks for supporting and using www.FlexItRealtyMichigan.com .

We have a new feature that will let you communicate from the internet during business hours to get answer faster to your real estate questions.

If you live in the Grand Rapids or the West Michigan area, are not under contract and would like to sell or buy a home....give me a call.  It could save you thousands in your next real estate transaction.  FlexIt Realty designs selling and buying programs to meet our clients needs.  Your call is always confidential and you are never pressured.

"Help is only a Call or Click away!"©2006-2009

Call Toll Free:  877-667-4699     Local: 616-784-2360  Email: garywhite@FlexItRealty.com

The general theme is cutting back, conserving and seeing what happens.

The trek to the bank standing in line leads offers time to listen and reflect.

As I go through my week I have had less time and more issues to deal with....sounds like everyone else's life to me.

But, today was a day when I realized that my hurried schedule and 80+ phone calls per day was really nothing that I should be frustrated about.  I should be singing praises of joy...my phone is ringing.

I talked to a sprinkler installation company today.  His phone didn't ring once in February or March.  He didn't get one call for quotes on upcoming projects to be built in the spring.  Last year he had 18 employees and he has six this year.

I stood in line at the bank and people were restless with the wait.  They have cut back to two tellers on Saturday.  One tell handles general banking and the other handles business banking.  The line was to the door with people coming in and leaving when they seen the line.  Some took their car and went through the drive-thru line.

The teller said we have cut back on tellers.  She added, "don't get me wrong I am happy to be working but some days are a bit hectic."  I had overhead a patron just before me give her a high degree of frustration for the wait.

The grocery store lines, stock on the shelves, inventory reductions, work cut-backs are what is an everyday life issue in Michigan right now.

So my phone is ringing.  My sales people have increased their sales output over last year.  That may be because of advertising, branding or simple service.  Who knows but they are very happy that they can service clients that have been shell shocked with the worse economy in the nation.

That being said, we also have some bright spots....the people.  They view is hope, anticipation and rebirth....change.

We can see and feel many changes.  The first time home buyer market is still strong.  The investor market is also strong. The traditional sales is moderate but steady all in all it could be worse so be thankful and keep a stiff upper lip.

America has more investor money sitting on the sidelines right now that we have had since the great depression.  That is something to think about!

What is the economy saying to you?

I had an invest I work with share a novel approach to screening tenants.

I thought we needed a laugh for the day.  Maybe there is more truth to the method than madness.

This investor does all the usual methods of getting a signed release to check credit history.  The release also covers a background check.

Then comes the personal interview before any contracts are signed.  The investor/landlord talks with the potential renters.

None of this is news or new but....during the interview the investor/landlord looks at the renters teeth.  Yes you read it right!  The thinking is if their teeth are taken care of then they take pride in themselves and will be a better renter.

Now the renter investor has one more confirming method to check before granting the lease to the potential renter.

The investor/landlord walks the possible tenant out to their car after the interview.  The investor/landlord wants to know if they have a clean car.   You read that right too!  If they do not have junk all over inside their car they are likely to take care of the rental property as well.

So it may not be just your credit report that gets you into a property.  It may not be a police record, it may be your hygiene!  Many people looking to lease a property never give it a thought that their hygiene and personal habits

I just had a little chuckle when the investor shared with me how they approach finding a good tenant.

The Investor/Landlord said, don't laugh it really works 80% of the time over the years.

How do your investors screen for good tenants?

If you live in the Grand Rapids or the West Michigan area, are not under contract and would like to sell or buy a home....give me a call.  It could save you thousands in your next real estate transaction.  FlexIt Realty designs selling and buying programs to meet our clients needs.  Your call is always confidential and you are never pressured.

"Help is only a Call or Click away!"©2006-2009

Call Toll Free:  877-667-4699   Local: 616-784-2360  Email: garywhite@FlexItRealty.com