I work by referral and it rocks my world!

Hey!!

I'm so happy and thankful for today! I could scream it from the roofs...

Today I received a message via facebook from a friend who is mowing out of the area to be able to buy a home for her and her family. Can you refer me to a Realtor in the Santa Clarita Vally, Robin? Yesterday I was referred to a client by one of the lenders that I work with, meeting with this client tomorrow. About two hours ago I wrote an offer with clients who keep on coming back to ask me about real estate and are looking to expand their real estate portfolio.

I feel very fortunate to have so many amazing and loyal people in my life.

If you or someone you know would be thinking of buying or selling real estate, do you have a REALTOR who you'd refer them to??

2013 will be great!

Cheers!

Robin Auwerda
REALTOR
Keller Williams Realty
Ca Dre: 01509977
562.233.3724
RobinAuwerda@kw.com

Connecting with local business owners.

Hi there!

Last Wednesday I organized my second business mixer. Every two months, I set this up at Kampai Sushi House in Los Alamitos.

It all started with friends and clients who have their own business or work for a family business. The awesome thing is that they all are like minded people in business terms as well as in the way they like to interact with eachother. There's no ackward silences or looking at the host for "what to do next". It's like having dinner with friends and connections are made. We start at 5.30 and end at 7.30 although this always turns out to be closer to 9pm.

This time around we had Maria  who is a pilates instructor, Raylene the fashion designer, Alice who manages accounts at a CPA firm  and Kelly at my preferred escrow company. Shirley was there too and will help families plan funerals. Great time and fun to hang out.

If you're interested in attending, call, text or email me.

To your success, KAMPAI!

Robin

Have your Pet's photo taken with SANTA this season!

This year you can have a great picture of your pet with Santa and help two charities, namely KW Cares and German Shepherd Rescue of Orange County!

December 1st is the day. From 9-11 am on the parking lot behind the Keller Williams Realty office in Los Alamitos. Santa will take some time out of his busy schedule to pose with your pet. Photos are free, and if you can a donation is really appreciated.

The Keller Williams Realty address is, 10900 Los Alamitos Blvd. Suite 160, Los Alamitos, Ca 90720. Once you're there, you'll see signs directing you to the parkinglot.

Hope to see you there! HoHoHo!

Robin Auwerda
REALTOR
CaDre:01509977
www.RobinAuwerda.com
Keller Williams Realty
562.233.3724

www.GSROC.org

Skyline

The Skyline of a city gives the city it's own signature. Especially in the U.S.A. Skylines are quite impressive. My favorite is probably Chicago, but New York, Seattle and San Fransisco aren't bad either.

In Europe, Skylines are not as tall and grand. On my recent travels to my home town, The Hague in The Netherlands I was reminded that I do like the combination of Old and New. Eventhough the Skyline behind me isn't even close in size of the one the Windy City has, I do have to say I love it!

What's your favorite Skyline?

The workplace. As a REALTOR my workplace is al over town. Today I'm at my home office working on all the tech stuff that I can think off, and remember from a seminar I went to about a week ago. Marketing is online they say. that's true in many ways however the face-to-face and voice-to-voice is still more important in my book.

Yesterday was a little bit of running around and office work. The photo here shows Ua and Lisa, two of my favorite REALTORS at the office. A workplace is important to get motivated and have a sence of belonging I guess.

The fun part starts when I am 'all over town' showing properties or meeting with clients and friends. That's the way I like to do business, working with people who I like and who like me. By referral only, I call it sometimes. I can spend more time on my clients and their real estate needs that way. Many REALTORS spend time on 'door knocking', 'cold calling', calling 'for sale by owners' etc., etc. That time, I like to use to really be of service to my clients. when I meet my clients I always ask them for referrals, "... who do you know that's also thinking of selling their home...". It's a Win-Win situation.

I hope you enjoy your workplace as much as I do mine! Make it a great day!!

Oh, and by the way, I am never too busy for any of your referrals!

Thanks,

Robin

www.562HomeGuy.com
562.233.3724

Popcorn, Space suit, and Scraping

About a week ago, I was in the pleasant position to be able to hand keys to Josh and Tracy. Their first home, WooHoo. It was a long time coming, and everyone was ready to get started to make this house their home!

One of the first things was to scrape the "popcorn" ceilings. This is a two day event that is very messy and not something many homeowners want to do themselves.

I am fortunate to have a long list of professionals, for all sorts of projects. The list has electricians, attorneys, gardners, plumbers, handy men - and women, roofers, garagedoor installers and it goes on, and on, and on.

This photo is the guy dressed up to be on his way to the International Space Station, yet he was nice enough to stay on Earth and scrape some "popcorn".

When you are in need of a trusted professional to help you around the house and more, contact me. I'll be glad to refer some people to you.

Referring is a big part of my own business too. I work by referral so that I can utilize my time to help my clients buy and sell their home.

Have a great day, and please remember, I am never too busy for your referrals!

Thank you,

Robin
REALTOR
Ca DRE: 01509977
562.233.3724
www.IWantRealEstate.Info
RobinAuwerda@kw.com

For Sale Sign attracts all sorts...

I was pleasantly surprised when I found this photo on my Facebook Timeline.

Jennifer and Kathy from the office took this picture when they passed by my For Sale Sign in Long Beach.

Thanks for the support, girls!!!!

The way I do my real estate business is by referral only. I noticed a while back that I can spend more time with my clients, helping them buy or sell their home, when I do not have to prospect for new business. By asking all the people who I know to keep me in mind and refer their friends and family to me, business will follow and my time is focussed on my clients!


Rather than spending 70% of my time on doorknocking, farming, calling on 'for sale by owners' and 'expireds', I use that time to help you, my client!

Enjoy the day and please, remember, I am never too busy for your referrals!



Robin Auwerda REALTOR Ca Dre: 01509977
562.233.3724
www.562HomeGuy.com
RobinAuwerda@kw.com