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RE/MAX North Central Rolls Out Three New Out-State Housing Reports

May 22, 2013 by Keri Henke · Comments

MHR_Logo RE/MAX North Central introduced the Out-State Housing Reports for Southeast and Southern Minnesota and South Central and Northeast Wisconsin this past March. The interest you showed and the media coverage was so great we decided to include a few more areas!

Below, you will find three new out-state housing reports for:

Greater Northwoods WI | Northwest Wisconsin | West Central Minnesota

These reports are created with the consumer in mind, focusing on homes sold and average sold price. They are a great tool to download, print off, and share with your clients to assist in their home buying and selling process.

In turn, we have also distributed these reports to media outlets throughout the reports’ coverage area. Our goal is to increase media interest in housing related stories at the local level in which we can offer RE/MAX agents as area experts/sources.

Questions? Email khenke@remax-nc.net.

Filed Under: RE/MAX In The News · Tagged: carousel, housing reports, monthly housing reports, out-state housing reports, out-state reports

RE/MAX Design Center Integrates with Dropbox

May 21, 2013 by Elizabeth Kuhn · Comments

RE/MAX North Central has been offering the RE/MAX Design Center, powered by Imprev, as part of it’s value proposition to agents in Minnesota and Wisconsin for nearly 10 years. We have seen many enhancements come from Imprev, especially since RE/MAX Headquarters invested in the system on behalf of all US agents a couple of years back. The choice to integrate Imprev with Dropbox is the most recent enhancement which I think you will find very useful. As an example, professional photographers can now upload files to a shared marketing folder with an agent, which then can be accessed directly in the Design Center. It’s all about saving time…which is the number one reason agents say they don’t use the Design Center….”I don’t have time.” Well, this should help!

For those of you who are not familiar with Dropbox, it is cloud storage and sharing solution. Tim Nichols, e-Biz trainer for the region, has been singing Dropbox’s praises in tech trainings for the past 2 years. Dropbox offers us the ease of accessing and sharing files from anywhere via a simple internet connection. I have the Dropbox app on my iPhone, iPad, and of course use in on my laptop as well…it has quickly become an integral part of my daily work life.

Click here for the entire story on the integration of the REMAX Design Center and Dropbox. Click here for the FAQs on how to do it!

Filed Under: Marketing Tips, RE/MAX Articles, RE/MAX In The News, RE/MAX News, Technology · Tagged: cloud storage, design center, dropbox, file sharing, imprev, photography, RE/MAX Design Center, real estate, Technology, value proposition

Welcome New RE/MAX Associates

May 21, 2013 by Keri Henke · Comments

WelcomeNewAssociates RE/MAX North Central is pleased to welcome a handful of new associates to the region this week. Help us welcome:

Wade Cohoon – RE/MAX Realty 100 – Menomonee Falls, WI

Brent Fossum – RE/MAX Results – Plymouth, MN

Ron Lokken – RE/MAX Results – Edina, MN

Erik Nordin – RE/MAX Results – Shoreview, MN

Petra Wonders – RE/MAX Results – Plymouth, MN

Welcome everyone!

If you’d like to connect with one of these new associates, find them on remax.com or through LeadStreet!

RE/MAX North Central serves Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Not all agents licensed in both states.
Each Office Independently Owned and Operated.

Filed Under: RE/MAX In The News · Tagged: new agents, New Associates, remax associates

Live LeadStreet Training This Week in Bloomington!

May 20, 2013 by Keri Henke · Comments

Hear it straight from trainer J. Ayers….RE/MAX North Central is hosting two LeadStreet trainings dedicated to the Site Builder tab.

Thursday, May 23

8:00 – 10:30am
or
12:00 – 2:30pm

Doubletree by Hilton
Bloomington, MN

This hands-on course will cover a variety of topics related to Site Builder, including:

Site Design – templates, settings, layout, editor
Site Content – navigation, pages, forms, links
My Searches – criteria, managing searches, SEO
SEO Manager – google keyword tool, edit and submit SEO

Click here for full details and to register – don’t forget to bring your laptop, power cord & power strip!

Filed Under: RE/MAX In The News · Tagged: Leadstreet, training

Get Your Comissions Now with Quick Commission USA

May 20, 2013 by Keri Henke · Comments

Quick Commission USA is a service exclusive to RE/MAX North Central’s membership. We have partnered with Quick Commission so that you can enjoy receiving your hard earned commissions immediately, at guaranteed best price and best service, with NO CREDIT CHECKS!

No longer will you have to wait through real estate’s seasonal roller coaster.

Visit www.QuickCommissionUSA.com for more information.

Filed Under: RE/MAX In The News · Tagged: commission, quick commission, quick commission usa

RE/MAX Balloon Team to Appear at RE/MAX Synergy Garage Sale Fundraiser (May 18)

May 17, 2013 by Max · Comments

Hey all… Max here!

Wow! I sure am impressed every time I hear about the amazing things our RE/MAX agents and offices do to support the communities where they live and work. Take RE/MAX Synergy in Forest Lake, MN for example. Broker/Owner, Mike Muske, started the Muske Support Foundation in 1998 and he and his agents have raised funds for their local communites ever since. They’ve helped support food shelves, student scholarships, fire departments, military troops, and toy drives, just to name a few.

This Saturday, May 18th, they’re at it again with the Muske Company Community Support Garage Sale. The 26 foot tall RE/MAX inflatable will beckon the bargain shoppers and our awesome balloon pilot, Steve, will be giving basket and burner demonstrations from 12:00 noon – 2:00 pm. Come out and find a deal while helping the community!

Saturday, May 18th
9:00am to 5:00pm (rain or shine)

RE/MAX Synergy
920 W. Broadway Avenue
Forest Lake, MN
651-464-7070

See you there!

Max… out!

Filed Under: Balloon Events, RE/MAX In The News · Tagged: Forest Lake, garage sale, RE/MAX Hot air balloon, RE/MAX North Central, RE/MAX Synergy, RE/MAX Synergy Garage Sale Fundraiser, Remax Minnesota

Why You Should Use Google Analytics

May 17, 2013 by Keri Henke · Comments

I recently read an article in a Tuesday Tactics newsletter by Scott Levitt, about Google Analytics.

If you’re not familiar with this online tool, this program can provide you amazing insight into how well your website is performing in regards to your business goals.

As Scott explains, this free Google tool can help you increase your online leads by giving you an idea of “how people navigate your site and where it’s failing to meet your goals.”

I highly recommend reading Scott’s article (scroll about half-way down to read the Using Google Analytics to Land More Clients article) for his ideas on how it can help your lead generation. You can also check out this Simply Business website he found that includes a step-by-step tutorial on Google Analytics for all levels of experience.

Filed Under: RE/MAX In The News · Tagged: Google, Google Analytics

RE/MAX Housing Report: Home Prices, Sales & Inventory Improve

May 16, 2013 by Keri Henke · Comments

home-sales-up Low inventory has characterized the housing recovery for several months, but may be finally showing signs of improvement. The number of homes for sale in April inched 1.6% higher than the number seen in March, the first monthly increase since June 2010. At the same time, Closed Transactions and Median Prices both remained 10% higher than last year’s levels. The April RE/MAX National Housing Report, a survey of MLS data from 52 U.S. metropolitan areas, contained signs of a strong housing recovery in regions across the country. Low inventories contribute to a limited growth in sales, preventing some buyers from closing on the home of their choice. But if inventories can rise to a more balanced level, the recovery should strengthen and experience even more home sales. The Months Supply of homes for sale at April’s pace of sales was just 3.6 months, the lowest supply since the RE/MAX National Housing Report began in August 2008. A balanced market is achieved with a Months Supply of 6.

The above is an excerpt from the monthly RE/MAX National Housing Report; read the full two-page report.

Filed Under: RE/MAX In The News · Tagged: carousel, national housing report, NHR, remax housing report

April Top 25 Reports Now Available!

May 15, 2013 by Keri Henke · Comments

ATC_Balloon RE/MAX North Central is pleased to share our Top 25 Reports for April 2013! These reports share our top 25 teams and individuals in transactions and commissions in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Download the reports on SoldSignBlog.com or LeadStreet.

If you rank on the Top 25 list be sure to share this news with your prospective clients – download, print and share them today!

Please note: The regional Top 25 Reports are based on information provided by our RE/MAX offices. If you have questions or concerns regarding your ranking, please contact your Office Administrator or Office Manager.

Filed Under: RE/MAX In The News · Tagged: carousel, Top 25, Top 50

“The RE/MAX Collection” Unveils Stand-Alone Luxury Website

May 15, 2013 by Elizabeth Kuhn · Comments

Beginning today, buyers and sellers will enjoy a new experience on the elite luxury resource website, TheREMAXCollection.com. Marked by its distinctive onyx and silver logo, the newly constructed site features high-end U.S. listings with a clean, simple design.

More than just a new look, the stand-alone site focuses on home buyers and seller’s discerning needs – simple search functions, breathtaking photography and easy navigation.

“The unparalleled tools and resources available to our clients confirms our dedication to customer service and allows for an exclusive experience,” said Mike Reagan, Senior Vice President, RE/MAX Business Alliances. “Visitors to The RE/MAX Collection website can easily find local RE/MAX agents who have the Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist training, as well as fine homes and luxury properties.”

The RE/MAX Collection is a unique marketing program for luxury homes, created to appeal to home buyers and sellers as they navigate the high-end property market. The program also provides RE/MAX luxury specialists with exclusive training and marketing tools that allow them to deliver premier service to their clients.

“Properties that qualify based on price point for TheREMAXCollection.com website are also featured on remax.com, offering exposure on two high traffic web platforms,” comments Vice President of RE/MAX North Central Promotions, Elizabeth Kuhn. “The more exposure we can offer our agents’ luxury listings, the better.”

For more information about The RE/MAX Collection, please visit www.theremaxcollection.com.