Wilson County Housing Blog! Real Estate News For Floresville, La Vernia and South San Antonio: November 2009

Play Well With Others and They Will Play Nice With You!-Cindy Cranston-RE/MAX Vista, Floresville/San Antonio, TX.

I'm sure, if asked, you could name an agent that is difficult to work with. An agent that has a chip on his/her shoulder, who looks at other agents as if the are stealing directly from his/her pocket. Do you know someone who fits this description? Do you fit this description?

This week I took on the responsibility of assisting in mentoring a new agent in our office. Before getting her license she worked as a receptionist in a local real estate office that has a reputation for being difficult to work with. Most agents in this office have a very territorial approach to real estate. They look at other agents as encroaching on their territory. They can only see what might be lost in playing nice with these agents, not what there is to gain.

What do you gain in playing well with others?

A professional reputation for being easy to work with. Having a good reputation gives you a professional advantage over your competition. Other professionals will want to work with you. Buyer's and Seller's will be attracted to your positive attitude. Your business will benefit directly from this attitude.

In today's market, we need each other more than ever. Play Well With Others and They Will Play Nice With You.

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Cindy Cranston is a REALTOR© with RE/MAX Vista living and doing business in the South San Antonio, Floresville and La Vernia, Texas market. She represents both homeowners and home buyers in these areas.

MY PROMISE TO YOU:

Unlike the traditional agent, I am a professional REALTOR©.

I adhere to the REALTOR© code of ethics set forth by the National Association of REALTORS©.

I put my client's best interest above my own at all times.

I act with honesty and integrity with clients, customers and other professionals I come in contact with in the day to day operations of my business.

I understand that each property and client is unique and work with my buyers and sellers to realize their true desires and goals.

I understand and utilize the latest technologies to ensure the properties I market get the best exposure.

I meet with my sellers to customize a marketing strategy that fits their needs.

I communicate openly with my client's, I am always open to constructive suggestions.

If you are tired of the traditional agent who is unable to articulate what makes them different from the other 7000+ agents in your area, and are ready to work with a professional, give me a call.

May You Have A Blessed Thanksgiving! May You Have A Lot To Be Thankful For!

Thanksgiving

For each new morning with its light,
For rest and shelter of the night,
For health and food,
For love and friends,
For everything Thy goodness sends.

--Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882)

Have a Blessed Thanksgiving Holiday! May it be full of Love and Laughter.

Best,

Cindy Cranston

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Counseling Buyers To Be Considerate Of The Sellers Emotions Toward Selling Their Home.

We live in a time when many people are selling their homes not because they're upgrading or moving for their job. Many are selling their homes because the have lost their jobs and can no longer afford the lifestyle the have. These families that worked hard to obtain the dream of home ownership are forced to sell, a lot of times at a loss, due to the current economic situation and less than stellar housing market. These tougher times make it necessary to be over diligent in educating potential home buyers to be considerate in respect to the homeowners emotions in selling their home.

Home buyers must understand that while they look at a property from the cost stand point, to a homeowner this is their home. A home where they may have watched their children grow. A home where they may have said good-bye to a spouse. A home with love and memories. REALTORS© and potential home buyers need to be respectful of this and have tact when critiquing someones home. 

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Cindy Cranston is a REALTOR© with RE/MAX Vista living and doing business in the South San Antonio, Floresville and La Vernia, Texas market. She represents both homeowners and home buyers in these areas.

MY PROMISE TO YOU:

Unlike the traditional agent, I am a professional REALTOR©.

I adhere to the REALTOR© code of ethics set forth by the National Association of REALTORS©.

I put my client's best interest above my own at all times.

I act with honesty and integrity with clients, customers and other professionals I come in contact with in the day to day operations of my business.

I understand that each property and client is unique and work with my buyers and sellers to realize their true desires and goals.

I understand and utilize the latest technologies to ensure the properties I market get the best exposure.

I meet with my sellers to customize a marketing strategy that fits their needs.

I communicate openly with my client's, I am always open to constructive suggestions.

If you are tired of the traditional agent who is unable to articulate what makes them different from the other 7000+ agents in your area, and are ready to work with a professional, give me a call.

Their Will Be No Trash Talking In My Office! What You Say About Others, Says A Lot About You!

Have you ever heard the old saying "If you do not have anything nice to say, then say nothing at all." As times have gotten tougher and real estate agents have had to work harder to take those listings and to make those sells, some agents have tried to take the easy path, rather than promoting themselves they have begun 'Trash Talking' about their competition. These agents have nothing good to say about themselves, so they 'Trash Talk' about others. Professional  REALTORS©can clearly articulate what sets them apart from the competition. Professional REALTORS© build up the image of the real estate industry. Professional REALTORS©get ahead by assisting others, being knowledgeable of industry trends, being someone who is reliable and easy to work with. Professional REALTORS© make it a point to steer clear of 'Trash Talk' because they understand that what you say about others, says a lot about you!

What image do you want to portray to others?

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Cindy Cranston is a REALTOR© with RE/MAX Vista living and doing business in the South San Antonio, Floresville and La Vernia, Texas market. She represents both homeowners and home buyers in these areas.

MY PROMISE TO YOU:

Unlike the traditional agent, I am a professional REALTOR©.

I adhere to the REALTOR© code of ethics set forth by the National Association of REALTORS©.

I put my client's best interest above my own at all times.

I act with honesty and integrity with clients, customers and other professionals I come in contact with in the day to day operations of my business.

I understand that each property and client is unique and work with my buyers and sellers to realize their true desires and goals.

I understand and utilize the latest technologies to ensure the properties I market get the best exposure.

I meet with my sellers to customize a marketing strategy that fits their needs.

I communicate openly with my client's, I am always open to constructive suggestions.

If you are tired of the traditional agent who is unable to articulate what makes them different from the other 7000+ agents in your area, and are ready to work with a professional, give me a call.

Floresville ISD Needs to Rename New Floresville North Campus--Calaveras Campus--Floresville, TX 78114

The 2010 school year will welcome a new elementary school to the Floresville area. This event is highly anticipated and necessary for the growth and development of the Floresville community.

Construction is nearing completion, and the Floresville North campus is looking great, the only change I would like to see is in the name. The new school is in an older area 'historically' known as 'Calaveras' and the school should reflect this in its name.

Calavares was originally established in the early 1860's as 'Wright, TX', originally in part of Bexar county. In 1869 a boundary change placed Calaveras in Northern Wilson county. In 1885 the name was changed to 'Calaveras' with the granting of a post office.

The Floresville ISD should research the area history and rename the Floresville Elementary North Campus the Calaveras Campus to preserve the history of this area.

This is just one citizens opinion, what do you think?

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Cindy Cranston is a REALTOR© with RE/MAX Vista living and doing business in the South San Antonio, Floresville and La Vernia, Texas market. She represents both homeowners and home buyers in these areas.

MY PROMISE TO YOU:

Unlike the traditional agent, I am a professional REALTOR©.

I adhere to the REALTOR© code of ethics set forth by the National Association of REALTORS©.

I put my client's best interest above my own at all times.

I act with honesty and integrity with clients, customers and other professionals I come in contact with in the day to day operations of my business.

I understand that each property and client is unique and work with my buyers and sellers to realize their true desires and goals.

I understand and utilize the latest technologies to ensure the properties I market get the best exposure.

I meet with my sellers to customize a marketing strategy that fits their needs.

I communicate openly with my client's, I am always open to constructive suggestions.

If you are tired of the traditional agent who is unable to articulate what makes them different from the other 7000+ agents in your area, and are ready to work with a professional, give me a call.

Got Passion!!! Nothing Great In The World Has Ever Been Accomplished Without Passion.

Having passion in life is the single most important aspect of truely living.

Passion is not some mushy Soap Opera romance. Passion is a true purpose and enjoyment for how you live and what you do.

A passionate person is enjoys who they are and what they are doing. If you are not enjoying what you do then it is time to do something else.

A passionate person has the 'Heart of a Teacher'. They understand that life is not about 'who you know' or 'what you know.' Life is about what you pass on to others.

A passionate person seeks to inspire and be inspired in every aspect of their day to day life.

A passionate person never settles for normal. They never surrender. They never give up on their passions.

A passionate person can find happiness in the smallest tasks when the task involves something they are passionate about.

I am blessed to be a very passionate person. You only get one chance at life, find your passion, you might as well be happy.

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Cindy Cranston is a REALTOR© with RE/MAX Vista living and doing business in the South San Antonio, Floresville and La Vernia, Texas market. She represents both homeowners and home buyers in these areas.

MY PROMISE TO YOU:

Unlike the traditional agent, I am a professional REALTOR©.

I adhere to the REALTOR© code of ethics set forth by the National Association of REALTORS©.

I put my client's best interest above my own at all times.

I act with honesty and integrity with clients, customers and other professionals I come in contact with in the day to day operations of my business.

I understand that each property and client is unique and work with my buyers and sellers to realize their true desires and goals.

I understand and utilize the latest technologies to ensure the properties I market get the best exposure.

I meet with my sellers to customize a marketing strategy that fits their needs.

I communicate openly with my client's, I am always open to constructive suggestions.

If you are tired of the traditional agent who is unable to articulate what makes them different from the other 7000+ agents in your area, and are ready to work with a professional, give me a call.

If The Saints Go To The Super Bowl I Will Be There!! Never Say Never!

I have been 'Happily' married to the most wonderful man for 13 years. The secret to our marriage has been that we are very 'like minded' on most subjects. The one area we disagree is on who we follow in sports. I tease my husband that he is a 'fair weather fan'. He follows the Dallas Cowboys, and theTampa Bay Buccanears (just to annoy me). He tends to be more of a fan for the team that is playing better, this year that's Dallas. I am and have always been a 'die hard New Orleans Saints fan. I have endured YEARS of great starts, and disappointing finishes, but have never faultered in my devotion.

Several years ago my husband promised me that if my 'Aints' as he calls them ever made it to the Super Bowl he would take me. At the time he stated that this would not happen in my lifetime, so he had nothing to worry about. I upped the stakes and told him that he would have to wear a Saints jersey and paint a flore de lis on his face. He agreed, thinking this was one promise that he would never have to honor.

Well it's now 2009, and half way through the season my beloved Saints are undefeated. They look strong to make it to the play-offs. My husband is getting a little nervous.

Never say never. Murphy's law has a way of coming back to bite you.

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Cindy Cranston is a REALTOR© with RE/MAX Vista living and doing business in the South San Antonio, Floresville and La Vernia, Texas market. She represents both homeowners and home buyers in these areas.

MY PROMISE TO YOU:

Unlike the traditional agent, I am a professional REALTOR©.

I adhere to the REALTOR© code of ethics set forth by the National Association of REALTORS©.

I put my client's best interest above my own at all times.

I act with honesty and integrity with clients, customers and other professionals I come in contact with in the day to day operations of my business.

I understand that each property and client is unique and work with my buyers and sellers to realize their true desires and goals.

I understand and utilize the latest technologies to ensure the properties I market get the best exposure.

I meet with my sellers to customize a marketing strategy that fits their needs.

I communicate openly with my client's, I am always open to constructive suggestions.

If you are tired of the traditional agent who is unable to articulate what makes them different from the other 7000+ agents in your area, and are ready to work with a professional, give me a call.

Texas Joke of the Day-Floresville, TX 78114.

A cowboy rode into town and stopped at a saloon for a drink. When he finished his drink, he found his horse had been stolen. He went back into the bar, handily flipped his gun into the air, caught it above his head without even looking and fired a shot into the ceiling. "Which one of you yella bellies stole my horse?!?!?" he yelled with surprising forcefulness. No one answered. "Alright, I'm gonna have another beer, and if my horse ain't back outside by the time I finish, I'm gonna do what I dun in Texas! And I don't like to have to do what I dun in Texas!"

Some of the locals shifted restlessly. The man, true to his word, had another beer, walked outside, and his horse has been returned to the post. He saddled up and started to ride out of town.

The bartender wandered out of the bar and asked, "Say partner, before you go... what happened in Texas?"

The cowboy turned back and said, "I had to walk home."

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Cindy Cranston is a REALTOR© with RE/MAX Vista living and doing business in the South San Antonio, Floresville and La Vernia, Texas market. She represents both homeowners and home buyers in these areas.

MY PROMISE TO YOU:

Unlike the traditional agent, I am a professional REALTOR©.

I adhere to the REALTOR© code of ethics set forth by the National Association of REALTORS©.

I put my client's best interest above my own at all times.

I act with honesty and integrity with clients, customers and other professionals I come in contact with in the day to day operations of my business.

I understand that each property and client is unique and work with my buyers and sellers to realize their true desires and goals.

I understand and utilize the latest technologies to ensure the properties I market get the best exposure.

I meet with my sellers to customize a marketing strategy that fits their needs.

I communicate openly with my client's, I am always open to constructive suggestions.

If you are tired of the traditional agent who is unable to articulate what makes them different from the other 7000+ agents in your area, and are ready to work with a professional, give me a call.

Stuff You'll Only Hear In Texas-Floresville,TX 78114!

1. She was as welcome as a skunk.=Why did she show up?

2. He is tighter than the bark on a tree.=Not very Generous.

3. Big hat, no cattle!=All talk, no action.

4. This ain't my first rodeo.=I've been around.

5. Just because a chicken has wings doesn't mean it can fly.=Appearances can be deceptive.

6. His momma tied a pork chop round his neck to get the dog to play with him.=Not very attractive.

7. They ate supper before they said Grace.=They are living in sin.

8. We're in tall cotton.=Things are going well.

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Cindy Cranston is a REALTOR© with RE/MAX Vista living and doing business in the South San Antonio, Floresville and La Vernia, Texas market. She represents both homeowners and home buyers in these areas.

MY PROMISE TO YOU:

Unlike the traditional agent, I am a professional REALTOR©.

I adhere to the REALTOR© code of ethics set forth by the National Association of REALTORS©.

I put my client's best interest above my own at all times.

I act with honesty and integrity with clients, customers and other professionals I come in contact with in the day to day operations of my business.

I understand that each property and client is unique and work with my buyers and sellers to realize their true desires and goals.

I understand and utilize the latest technologies to ensure the properties I market get the best exposure.

I meet with my sellers to customize a marketing strategy that fits their needs.

I communicate openly with my client's, I am always open to constructive suggestions.

If you are tired of the traditional agent who is unable to articulate what makes them different from the other 7000+ agents in your area, and are ready to work with a professional, give me a call.