Do You Twitter?

I know. There are so many new programs/interfaces/networks popping up everyday and it's a daunting task to sort through them all. One of those new applications is Twitter. With Twitter, you can post what you are doing at any time throughout the day. My first thought was, "why would anyone care what I'm doing?" After giving it some thought I figured it could be a great way for me to subtly remind agents about what I could be doing for them as their VA. I am planning on posting the projects I am working on (without the customer's name of course). That way, an agent may think of hiring me for the same type of project or it may give them an idea. My second question was, "how could real estate agents use this app?" I can't think of any. Can you?

P.S. I've also added my Twitter to my website and blog.

60 day program & pre-pay discount

Dear Valued Customers,

Please note that effective June 1, 2008 the 60-day payment option will no longer be available. All invoices will be due upon receipt. Payments not received within 30 days will result in work cessation and finance charges of $10 or 1.75%, whichever is greater. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

NOW INTRODUCING a 10% PRE-PAY DISCOUNT! For those customers who routinely use My Assistant, this program may be of benefit to you. As we approach the summer months and more homes are selling, you may want to consider pre-paying for the fall & winter. Any pre-paid amount will result in a 10% discount. So, if you pre-pay $100 you’ll received $110 or work performed. ‘Minutes’ don’t expire and can be rolled over month to month. You can use it to pre-pay for the slower months or use it to access savings. Couldn’t we all stand to save money these days? If you’re interested, let me know.

Email Address

What does your email address say about you? Does your email address end in 'yahoo.com', 'aol.com', 'comcast.net' or some other ISP ending? If you are using an email address linked to your internet service provider, then you are saying that you aren't taking your business as seriously as you could. I understand that using an email from your provider is easiest but it's not difficult to get a professional address. If you are using your ISP address then you seriously need to consider purchasing a domain name and email address to go along with it. It doesn't cost much (maybe $9-12/year) and will really help elevate your image from hobby REALTOR to full-time professional REALTOR. My suggestion, use your name (first@firstlast.com). It projects a very intentional image. See if your name is availabe. If you need help setting it up, let me know.

P.S. If you are using your broker's email address (remax.net; coldwellbanker.com; cressyeverett.com) then you may want to consider obtaining your own personal email address JUST IN CASE you ever switch companies. You still will want your clients to find you.