Posts by Alex Evans
How to be a great sales or lettings negotiator
Arguably the most popular role in the property industry is the sales or lettings negotiator. Theirs is the job which is different every day, where they could be showing a property in the morning, speaking with a landlord in Melbourne in the afternoon and closing a deal before home time. Then there’s the pay and…
Read MoreWhat Should I Contemplate When Buying a Property
Making the decision to move into a new home is often coined as the ‘big one,’ and is accompanied by some very considered deliberations. So what do you need to think about when scouting out a new property, and what are the most important things to contemplate? We explain the top 9 factors that we…
Read MoreAre your phones too busy?
Would you like a solution to your missed calls? Are you worried about your calls not being answered whilst you are out at a valuation, viewing or meeting? Is your team often busy with visitors asking your negotiators for property particulars? If so, Face for Business’ Outsourced Reception can help. Understanding the nature of your…
Read MoreHouse Flipping Basics Guide
In the field of estate management and investments, the act of house flipping has been going on since there has been such a business, but making use of this would take experience and skill if you want actual success. So what is house flipping? At its core it is the practice of purchasing property, renovating…
Read MoreComparing the 9 to 5 Working Life Vs Investing in Property
Analysing where we are likely to end up if we work the 9 to 5 and pay into the average pension rather than taking control and investing in the property market for income. Traditionally we are told to pay into our pensions and buy our own home and then live a happy life, but what…
Read More“Breathtaking” £400,000 letting agent theft proves urgency renting reform
The case of a Tyneside letting agent jailed after stealing almost half-a-million pounds from her employers proves the need for urgent change in the rental industry – that’s the verdict of one leading property boss. Rental manager Angela Clift was this week jailed for two years after pocketing £400,000 she was supposed to be collecting…
Read MoreSales progression is not for the faint hearted!
Sales progression is definitely not for the shy and retiring types! You have to think on your feet, outside the box and be forever optimistic. There is no problem; only a hurdle to overcome, a challenge to be won! We love those challenges! That’s our job. It’s not easy, but it’s certainly not dull! This…
Read MoreSmall Garden Ideas for Spring
Finally we have some sunshine! This week sees a marked change in the weather, so what better time than to start thinking about building your summer garden. A herb garden is both beautiful and useful, with the benefit of being generally low maintenance. Why not create a garden wall using a mixture of pots. I’ve…
Read MoreDigital change: are you mainstream, a fast follower or an innovator?
“The pace of digital change is creating new opportunities for our customers and those opportunities require quick responses.” Luis Alvarez, CEO of Global Services, BT. Are you recognising the new opportunities that digital change is creating for your customers, and how to respond? Two recent surveys by BT and Gartner highlight the critical role that…
Read MoreCall Answering Services for Estate Agents.
Independent Estate Agents often find it difficult to manage incoming calls during viewings and valuations. As many don’t employ a receptionist they often rely on phone calls diverted to their mobiles whilst visiting properties. This can be a reason for losing business of seeming unprofessional to potential clients. With Face for Business on board, estate…
Read MoreShould Estate Agents do more for their clients?
I thought this month I would like to write a light hearted blog about why Estate Agents ‘could’ or ‘should’ perhaps consider doing a little more for their clients. Agents, take a deep breath, I promise this won’t hurt a bit! My question to any Estate Agents reading this blog is, ‘Could you do more…
Read MoreHow safe is your home?
Keeping your home and family safe is one of the things which you strive for in life. But sometimes when you move to a new area, it can be a bit daunting knowing how to keep your home safe. There is always talk around your local neighbourhood or street about crime and that can make…
Read MoreHow can I save my rental deposit?
Moving into your first rented property is an exciting adventure. You’ve made it. You’ve got your own home. It’s time to explore the local area, buy decorative items and invest in homely goods (some of which you may never use!). However there is a sting at the end of your tenancy. The dreaded questions you…
Read MoreGetting prepared and planning for a house move
There is no doubt about it; moving house is probably one the hardest things you will ever do in life and it can bring about so much stress and chaos in your life. Although you would like to think moving to a new home is going to be a fun and exciting adventure, the fact…
Read MoreUsing art to define a space
Using the right artwork is crucial to define a space and add drama to an interior (or exterior!) It can act as a back drop for furniture and bring a new dimension to large open wall space, whilst adding intimacy and personality. It’s now relatively inexpensive to purchase large pieces of art, due to the…
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