REVStaffing is pleased to announce that we are expanding our team in order to meet the needs of our clients. We pride ourselves in providing our Real Estate Agents with exceptional customer service and our newly hired Virtual Assistants will play an important role in the REVStaffing business.
Sharon Deichmann (Virtual Assistant) has extensive knowledge and experience with many different aspects of social media. She has worked with VLS Homes, Visual Tour, and many other R.E. websites. Sharon resides in Virginia and is well-versed with blogging, updating and enhancing social media sites, and writing property and community pages.
Teddi Plumley (Virtual Assistant) has experience with eEdge, KW Intranet and REDx. She is knowledgeable in social media websites such as Active Rain, WordPress, and has created custom boxes, tabs, and pages for blogging websites.
Maureen Zamarelli (Virtual Assistant) has experience with many websites and databases such as Top Producer, Active Rain, Constant Contact, RealPro, Point2 and VistaPrint. She has social media knowledge, has written blogs, and has created custom pages on websites. Maureen resides in Ohio.
Fred Cowles (Virtual Assistant/REO) has extensive knowledge of REO and creating BPOs. He has used Visual Tour, Advance Access, Point2, and Constant Contact. Fred resides in Nebraska.
Cindy Rogers (Virtual Assistant/REO) has experience with LoopNet, Vista Print, Point2 and Realtor.com. She has REO experience, experience with writing blogs, and resides in Nebraska.
REVStaffing would also like to congratulate Cindy Scott, REVStaffing Administrative Manager as the recipient of the 4th Qtr 2013 REVStaffing Team Member of the Quarter Award. Cindy has been with REVStaffing for 9 months and has provided exceptional service to her clients and has proven management skills. Cindy has experience in account management, blogging, social media marketing and lead generation. She has knowledge of many tools such as Top Producer, REDX, WordPress, Realbird, Zillow, Trulia, and various other real estate websites.
REVStaffing is a Professional Virtual Assistant company that works with Real Estate Agents in the US and Canada. For more information, please call (855) 738-7821 or email us at info@revstaffing.com
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Video email is the one of the most powerful tools you can use to grow you Real Estate business. By using video email, you can differentiate yourself from other agents and personalize every message that you send. Your contacts can see YOU instead of just reading words on a page. Just turn on your smartphone, tablet or webcam and your video can be created. If you have yet to utilize video email, we have 10 ways to help you get started.
10 Ways to use Video Email in Real Estate
- Recruiting- You can make a video email introducing yourself and outlining what makes your team different. You can also create a series of video emails to create a drip campaign to be sent out automatically every month.
- Weekly Updates – you can train, coach and motivate your team in a personalized video email. You can use this video “meeting” to stay connected and keep everyone up to date on the latest news and business updates.
- Training – Good training helps make your team more productive. Video email allows you to send training and education information in a timely manner without having to assemble everyone in one location.
- Leads- There is no better way to differentiate yourself from your competition than presenting yourself “in person” to a prospect. When a new lead comes in, you can send a video email and be in front of them right away.
- Listings- You can announce a new listing with a video email and introduce the home. Give a glimpse of the home and provide the link with the full MLS listing.
- Closing Process- Take frequently asked questions and answer them in a short video so you can send it out to your buyers and sellers. You can include preferred suppliers (mortgage, title, home inspections, insurance etc.) in your videos to help your clients in the home buying and selling process.
- Congratulating – Immediately after you close a transaction on the buyer’s side, send a quick personal video thanking the client and congratulating them. You can include pictures of the home so they can share with their friends and family via email or through social media. This is a win-win situation because you can congratulate your client and as they send it along, it is a great endorsement for you because your look, logo and website will be seen by everyone.
- Referrals – Your past clients can be your best resource. Send a video email reminding them of your friendly face, local expertise and great service. They might be in need of an agent again or perhaps a friend or family member is thinking of buying or selling. Your past client can simply forward and your personalized video email will be a great resource.
- Thank you – We can’t express gratitude enough. Just think how a video email can convey your sentiment and sincerity compared to a written email. We have so many opportunities to thank people and now it can be sent immediately and personally through video email.
- Invitations – Use text to provide all the details like date, time and location of the event and then use video to personally invite and promise the value and benefits of attending. You can also use video email after the event to share photos, videos and recap for attendees and non-attendees.
REVStaffing is here to help you use video email in your Real Estate Business. We are hosting a free open webinar on February 25, 2014 at 11:00 am cst titled Using Bomb Bomb for your Real Estate Business. Click Here to register.
The REVStaffing team has experience creating successful email marketing campaigns for our clients. Please call (855) 738-7821 or email us at info@revstaffing.com.
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Social media is changing rapidly and it is important to keep up with the latest trends and stats. If your new year’s business plan is to engage in Twitter more often, listen up because these stats can help you reach more people!
1. The fastest growing demographic on Twitter is the 55-64 year age bracket.
2. Each month 40 million more women than men visit Twitter.
3. Twitter engagement for brands is 17 percent higher on weekends.
4. Tweets with image links get 2 times the engagement rate of those without.
5. Tweets with less than 100 characters get 17 percent more engagement.
6. Tweets with hashtags get two times more engagement.
7. Your tweets have a 12 times higher chance of being retweeted if you ask for it, and 23 times higher if you actually spell out the word “retweet.”
8. Tweets that include links are 86 percent more likely to be retweeted.
9. Twitter users who use mobile devices are 181 percent more likely to be on Twitter during their commute so tweeting in the morning is a peak time.
10. Afternoon is a prime time for click through rates while dinner time is the worst time.
If you are an experienced Twitter user or just starting out, consider these tips when trying to build your Real Estate business. Contact your REVStaffing team and we can assist you with Twitter and all of your social media campaigns. Please call (855) 738-7821 or email us at info@revstaffing.com.
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- Summit Realtors in the Residential Real Estate Brokerage category
- Knutson Companies in the Builder/Construction Company category.
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Calling all Real Estate Assistants in office and Virtual Assistants! We have created a LinkedIn group called RE Divas (Real Estate Daily In-Office and Virtual Assistants). It is an Invitation Only group where we can share information on training, latest technologies and creative ideas that help us in our everyday business of assisting Real Estate agents.
We look forward to great discussions and sharing information with you. You can find us at http://www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=7419180&trk=my_groups-b-grp-v. Please make a request to join our group and we will accept your invitation.
The REVStaffing team has experience creating and maintaining successful Linkedin pages for our clients. Please call (855) 738-7821 or email us at info@revstaffing.com.
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We are always happy when Thanksgiving is approaching because this wonderful holiday affords us the opportunity to thank our clients and friends.
This past year has been good to us, and we thank you for your patronage and for allowing REVStaffing to be of service to you.
We are Thankful for each and every one of you and we look forward to working with you throughout the holidays. Remember to take some time and enjoy the holidays.
Your REVStaffing team can assist you with any of your administrative needs so you can enjoy time with your family and friends. Please call (855) 738-7821 or email us at info@revstaffing.com
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
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What is the old saying “a picture is worth a thousand words”? If that is the case then we should make sure our Linkedin pictures portray the best image possible. We all want to look like a credible, confident, and professional person who anyone would want to work with.
5 Tips to a great Linkedin photo
1. Always use a photo
People want to make sure that they have connected with the right person so it is important to put a face with your name. Often times, there is more than one person with the same name on Linkedin so pictures are important.
2. Use a Recent picture of yourself
We like to post photos that we like of ourselves but make sure it is a recent photo. You don’t want to meet someone in person and have them think you look a lot older or different in person compared to your profile.
3. You should be the only subject in the photo
It’s your professional profile picture, so the focus should be on you. Do not include group shots, photos with your significant other, child or pets.
4. Wear appropriate professional or business casual attire
It is best to appear in the photo as you would be seen in a business environment so dress accordingly. We all have a favorite sports team or heaven forbid bathing suit but let’s keep our Linkedin photos professional.
5. Don’t use your company’s product or logo as a photo.
People who are searching for you on Linkedin want to o connect with you, so avoid displaying your company’s logo — unless it’s your company’s page. Once they connect with you they can learn about your product and company from your profile.
The REVStaffing team has experience creating and maintaining successful Linkedin pages for our clients. Please call (855) 738-7821 or email us at info@revstaffing.com
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Having a good working relationship with your Virtual Assistant is very important and good communication is key. In our high tech world, there are many ways to communicate. REVStaffing uses a project management software called Basecamp. It allows you to perform project management tasks online since the software is hosted; making it ideally suited for project groups located across geographical areas or team members who are often away from the office.
REVStaffing clients receive an invitation email that allows you to log-in and have access to all project details, emails and files. It is very important that the client accepts the invitation as soon as possible so communication can work seamlessly. In some cases, spam blockers need to be checked as well in order to receive the Basecamp messages.
The ability to communicate effectively is absolutely essential to help grow our client’s real estate business. Without proper communication, problems can arise and then countless hours of trying to back track to correct an error can be costly and frustrating.
The REVStaffing team prides ourselves in delivering the best client services in the business and we look forward to assisting you in a professional and timely manner. Please call (855) 738-7821 or email us at info@revstaffing.com for more information.
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November is the perfect month to practice being grateful for all of life’s blessings -big and small. Gratitude helps us enjoy, appreciate, and be more satisfied with our lives. Grateful people deal with life’s ups and downs more gracefully. Research suggests that being grateful can make you happier and is good for your health. A positive attitude can give you more energy, reduce stress and even boost your immune system. November is the perfect time to reenergize yourself and organize your business so you can thoroughly enjoy the holidays of December.
November Checklist
A Personal Thank you Note
As everyone prepares for the Holidays of December, take some time to personally thank your past clients during the month of November. A personal hand-written note or greeting card will brighten their day and really express your gratitude.
Social Media Post
Take time to thank people or local businesses that you have worked with throughout the year. These public posts are a great way to make them feel appreciated and with your “stamp of approval” possibly send new business their way.
Organize your Contact list
Examine your contact list to make sure their information is correct and perhaps update your business pipeline so you will be ready for the New Year.
Newsletters
Start developing your December newsletter so you can beat the holiday rush. Choose your photos, recipes, market analysis and event information so you can send your December newsletter early in the month.
Holiday Cards
Order your holiday cards now so you can take advantage of discounts and get a head start on personalizing them.
The REVStaffing team is happy to help you manage all your holiday marketing campaigns. Please call (855) 738-7821 or email us at info@revstaffing.com
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Holidays are a great time to e-mail your contacts and supply them with informational real estate news and keep your brand in the forefront. Halloween e-mails can be a fun and creative way to share information with your clients and potential clients. For instance, you can send an e-mail titled:
“Don’t let your House look like a Haunted House to Potential Buyers”
- Keep your lawns mowed and your landscaping tidy
- Make sure your house looks fresh and the paint is free from chips
- Keep your house lit at night so people can see it
- Make sure your windows are clean
Another idea is to send out some home winterizing tips titled:
“Keep your Home Safe and Sound this Halloween Season”
- Replace your batteries in your smoke and CO2 detectors
- Clean your fireplace
- Clean gutters
- Schedule a furnace inspection
- Check and replace weather stripping and caulking around windows and doors
- Inspect your insulation and replace where needed
Happy Halloween from The REVStaffing team. We are happy to help you create e-mail and newsletter campaigns. Please call (855) 738-7821 or email us at info@revstaffing.com for more information.
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