Posts by Alex Evans
Traditional Media ROI ?
Recently Christopher Walkey wrote an article “Ditching Print Media for Digital Marketing” where a resent survey conducted on twitter showed that 67% of the Estate/Letting Agents did NOT value or use local newspaper advertising and 53% stated that newspaper advertising did not offer a return on investment. With these figures in mind I would like to…
Read MoreMentors expand their expertise for Estate Agents across the UK.
When it comes to training and mentoring, who you choose and why you choose them can be what defines the success you gain. Too many times people / companies can build their client expectations yet deliver no long term value, especially in today’s world where so much information is available online and you could simply…
Read MoreSlideshows – affordable branded option.
A slideshow is an affordable impressive option to show your well presented properties. Photo slideshows can capture the attention of prospective clients, highlight features and entice them to see more thus contact you the agent. Using any form of video will increase your companies profile and gain massive exposure! Photo Slideshows are of real benefit when you…
Read MoreThe UK ‘digital divide’: Are you one of the lucky ones with fibre broadband?
Telecoms regulator Ofcom has just published the results of its strategic review of UK digital communications and it makes for interesting reading for BT. It proposes large-scale investment to roll out more ‘fibre to the premise’ networks to homes and businesses, and a reduction in the UK’s reliance on BT Openreach. Ofcom also says that…
Read MoreAre you tapping into emotional selling?
We like to have the radio on in the office, songs come and songs go, we may like a tune but we really don’t take the time to listen intently to the words. Last week there was a video going around in social media of Kelly Clarkson singing Piece by Piece on the last episode…
Read MoreHow to Not Spend a Fortune on Your House Removal.
Finding a new place to live is expensive and stressful enough on its own, but even after you have completed this difficult task, there will be costs still waiting for you. A significant part of them is the money you will have to pay to complete your home relocation. You have probably set a budget…
Read MoreHow To Promote Your Lettings In 2016.
When it comes to promoting your property to let it’s not just about making as many people as possible aware of them, it’s about getting as many relevant eyeballs on them as you can. This means that you have to advertise smarter to place your property in front of those who are looking to rent,…
Read MoreHow to Compare Estate Agents.
Choosing an Estate Agent…It’s a minefield. Literally. If you take a step in the wrong direction you may find your wallet being blown into a million pieces and being left with pennies scattered at your feet and a hefty bill. Fear not my home owning friends. Comparing Estate Agents has previously been related to comparing…
Read MoreNational Landlord Investment Show in Colchester – March 2nd 2016.
We are delighted to be returning to Essex for a 3rd time after successful National Landlord Investment Show in Colchester. Our shows are all about connecting Landlords, Investors, Developers & Property Professionals with industry leaders and suppliers who can help with all aspects of buy-to-let. Over 40+ companies will be exhibiting on the day, seminars…
Read MoreWould the First Time Sellers….. Please stand up!
Move over first time buyers, you’ve had the lime light for far too long… now its the “First Time Sellers” turn! With ample tips and tricks for first time buyers, even seminars and free (yes, thats not a typo… FREE) advice workshops available, first time sellers do not have the same prelividges as first time buyers,…
Read MoreConsidering Property Investment? Now Is The Time, Says Mallorca’s Foremost Property Guru
With house prices steadily rising and an encouraging investment climate, Mallorca’s foremost property guru believes now is the perfect take for would-be investors to take the plunge into the holiday property market. Dominic Lechner, CEO of Mallorca Properties, believes the combination of rising house prices, growing investor confidence and demand from overseas buyers has turned…
Read MoreA conveyancer is a conveyancer is a conveyancer – aren’t they all the same?
Understandably choosing the right Estate Agent for you to sell with is paramount, or, if buying, the agents you choose to ‘stalk’ and build relationships with, as well as the property portals you choose to wake up with and drop off to sleep with, are essential! Choosing a lawyer to handle your conveyancing is however often…
Read MoreWhat to Consider When Converting a Barn.
Living in beautiful rural surroundings entitle an array of property developers to consider barn conversions. The scenic countryside that envelops our country is rich with rustic properties that already have been, or have the potential to be converted into spectacular homes. Barn conversions are becoming progressively popular in society and there are a number of alluring…
Read MoreMEASURING THE PERFORMANCE OF YOUR WEBSITE – GOOGLE ANALYTICS GOALS.
We have written a number of blogs about Google analytics and how they should be used but one feature that stands out in terms of measuring performance is the goals that you set. Goals can effectively measure anything if you set them up in the right way but in order to keep this simple, we…
Read MoreTrying to sell your tenanted property?
We all know it can be a stressful time when putting your house up for sale, but does it make things harder having a tenant there? We have compiled a couple of things you will need to be aware of in terms of your tenants’ rights. Unfortunately you can’t just kick your tenants out because…
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