Hamilton’s Realty proves it’s worth once again!

     It it often stated that real estate companies continue to offer services to their clients beyond the point of sale.  Unfortunately, this is all to often said as merely another attempt to woo a potential buyer or seller in to using them over a competitor.  I suppose this is because, in real estate, once a sale is completed the client/agent relationship is legally dissolved and no future service is required.  At Hamilton’s Realty, we are true to our word.

     As in the past, one of the times we continue to shine is in the event of disaster.  At Hamilton’s Realty we keep detailed records of not only transaction documentation, but also important insurance information.  Anytime that one of our markets experiences a disaster, we personally make contact with all of our clients and ensure that their properties were not damaged.  In the event a client does have a problem, we have all the information at hand that they would need to properly make a claim to their insurance company.  It is this sort of personalized service, that has afforded us an A-list of clients that most could only dream of.

     If this is the kind of service you expect, please contact Chris Hamilton, Hamilton’s Realty’s Principle Broker/Owner at (757) 573-3367, or at HamiltonsRealty@cox.net,  for all of your real estate needs.

~ Chris Hamilton

Hamilton’s Realty’s Exclusive Flat-fee Listings in Virginia!

     While there are several nationally advertised Flat-fee listing companies adorning the many pages of search results on Google.com, It is only Hamilton’s Realty that stands out by offering true realty service for a set amount (i.e. no commission).

     Flat-fee listings are great for the homeowner that feels that are confident in their abilities to sell their own home without the services of a real estate professional.  Yes, it is possible for one to sell their own home without an agent, or a law suit.  But, numbers don’t lie.  Like the fact that 97% of For Sale by Owners (FSBOs) end up listing with an agent.  That’s a lot! 

     The biggest reason for their flamming demise are two fold.  1.) They cannot advertise to the level of an agent without spending more than it would cost to hire an agent to being with.  2.) They try to eliminate the agent completely.

     I understand the concept of saving money, but to alienate a very large group of people whos’ main purpose is locating home buyers is just plain stupid!  Let me break it down to you in terms every business person understands, “It takes money, to make money”.  Where as, if you use an agent – either to list your home or sell your home (allowing a buyer’ agent) – you will have to spend money, but you will lose much less.  And, in most cases, even make more than if you try to do it yourself.  There are tons of sources to verify these numbers.  This doesn’t even begin to relay how much you can lose in court if you screw it up after you secure a buyer!

     This is where flat-fee listings come in.  First, you tell all buyer’s agents to bring you qualified buyers.  Then for a pre-determinded price (one that is not based on the final sales price), you advertise your home to those agents.  It is really that simple!

    Visit http://www.HamiltonsRealty.com if you are interested in listing your home, or if you have questions.  We are always here for you.

     In one of my next blogs, I will explain why Agent based Flat-fee Listings are leaps and bounds beyond For Sale by Owner assistance companies.  You can also follow me on Twitter and Facebook.

Hello from Chris Hamilton — It has been a while!

    According to my counter it has been 159 days since my last blog, so I figured it was about time to get back to it.  Before that time, there were literally 100s of people that were checking back every single day to see what my current take on the market was, or what is new at Hamilton’s Realty, or just what other crazy things might be on my mind that day.

    Well, its time to get back in action with my blog.  I don’t have a good excuse for why I haven’t been writing except for some personal issues that have been plaguing me.  Anyhow, I AM BACK AND READY TO ROCK! 

    If you like following my blog, then also check me out on Twitter at http://twitter.com/HamiltonsRealty, and Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Virginia-Beach-VA/Hamiltons-Realty/47476938579.  I have been writing little tidbits on there nearly everyday.  I love a spirited conversation, so I welcome everyone to not only follow, but jump in add some comments of your own, or ask questions (the odds are that others have the same question).  The more you get involved, the more I will.  Keep everything appropriate please.

    I look forward to getting back in the grove with everyone.  See you all around.

Is Real Estate Today about Service or Just Free Home Info

     As the Principle Broker/Owner of Hamilton’s Realty, I founded this firm on the principle that Real Estate is first and foremost a people business. While technology has greatly advanced the efficiency and aids in reducing errors, it is by no means a replacement for the foresight, knowledge, personal experiences and compassion that can only be shared in a person-to-person transaction.

Hamilton’s Realty is a boutique real estate firm that while serving all forms of Buyers and Sellers in their Real Estate transactions, specializes in the Marketing and Sale of Luxury Homes, Vacation/Second Homes, and Investor Representation. We pride ourselves in consistently delivering a degree of excellence not found anywhere else. Offering the highest level of service to our clients throughout the sales process and beyond. The benefit to the customer is a service that is personalized to them, and backed with extensive knowledge, discretion, and a disciplined, efficient, and systematic sales approach.

Due to consumer demand many Real Estate firms across the country have switched from being customer-centric to be being agent-centric. By this I mean that real estate companies used to be almost completely focused on offering the best possible service to the customer. Real estate agents were all compensated mostly at the same rate no matter their company and were true representatives of their respective company. Unfortunately, this has reversed nearly 180 degrees.

Now with consumers demanding more and more free information all while chanting “no agents”, they have forced companies to comply, but at the cost of them delivering quality service. So, now consumers can search nearly all available listings without an agent, but what are they to do when it is time to purchase. With real estate’s legal issues always changing (especially now), it wouldn’t matter if someone has sold 20 homes in their lifetime there is still no way that they are up to date on the current issues. Think of it like insurance, you pay them whether you get injured or not, but you definitely want them around if you ever do get injured. While yes, you can buy or sell a home successfully without an agent. If a legal issue does arise, the cost of an agent will quickly be outweighed with legal fees and the consequences of losing.

If you are currently in the market for a home or someone you know is, please have them contact us at HamiltonsRealty@cox.net or visit our site at http://www.HamiltonsRealty.net. If you are outside of the areas covered below, but would like someone to help you with the same regard to service, then contact us and we will get you hooked up with someone in your area.

Hamilton’s Realty proudly services the areas of Hampton Roads including Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Hampton, & Newport News. As well as, Williamsburg, Jamestown, Yorktown & the surrounding counties.

Thanks for reading, please come back and look for future post soon.

Chris Hamilton

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