All Forum Posts by: Annette Torsarkissian

Thanks Larry, I see that being very selective and strategic when it comes to putting up the signs. Did you use a Google voice on your signs?

I have a box of 100 bandit signs that just came in the mail. I'd like to figure out a way to use them without getting them tossed or fined.

 Hi Matt thanks for your input. I've heard of Adword campaigns before and I am beginning to hear it more often as a way of marketing. Can you please give me an example of how this method works for you? What are some of the pros and cons of incorporating Adword ?

My thinking behind the bandit signs are to use the same image on the mailers so when the owner opens the mailer or recieves the postcard he is aware of who is the one buying the houses. I guess a way of building a familiarity to those in the neighborhood that are considering to sell their home. What are your thoughts on this?

Hi BP members! I am looking into giving bandit signs a shot in Los Angeles area.
I want to be aware of laws regarding putting up the signs. I am having a difficult time finding the information on the L.A. city website or a phone number for the city on what is legal and illegal.
Any information and advice would be very helpful.

@Morry Eghbal  your letters are very helpful. have you attempted to send letters? If so, what was your turn over rate? This is going to be my first marketing campaign.

 I am definitely interested in getting serious about picking up deals and I know they are out there. 

Your the second person that mentioned property radar so it seems to have a lot of good credibility. Since I have MLS access and a title rep that sends me specific addresses that Property Radar would be a useful tool? If so, how?

@Account Closed I agree, correct me if I'm wrong but I feel that many of the pre-foreclosures we ar dealing with in today's market have little to no equity because these homes were purchased during the 2007 bubble.

Does your website source for probate properties offer probate information in other states as well?

@Rick H.  Tons of great information. I can't say "your right" enough. This approach would really help smaller companies like mine get started and build good relationships.
I'm looking into Property Radar and I really like what I see. I have access to the MLS and my title rep to get a lot of information. Property Radar puts all the information on to one platform which can be very helpful.

Thanks for the book suggestions as well always looking for the next good read.

Do you feel with MLS access and title rep information that Property Radar would still be a good tool? Is Property Radar one of your main tools when looking for deals?

@Brett Synicky Only 25 letters is great! Your approach is very simple and functional which now I'm beginning to realize is the key to starting out and building momentum in the business.

Thank you for showing me your letter. If it is okay with you I would like to implement some of the wording. I was having a difficult time putting in the correct wording to make sure I am not over promising a buyer but letting the potential seller know that I do have buyers that are interested. I think your letter offers the correct wording without over promising. 

I had spent so much time on my letter and trying to make it sound perfect and I had forgotten to keep it simple!

 Thank you, this is one of the key answers I was looking for when I put up this question on the forum. I will first offer my services as an agent then as an investor.

Do you feel that giving out an 800 number is better than my cell or office number? If so, why?

It is so unfortunate to hear stories of gurus ripping off information like that.  I have paid wayyyy too much money to those gurus to learn tricks to the trade but thankfully I have found Bigger Pockets.

If you decide to comeback into real estate in California let me know I'd like to be a part of your team.

@Account Closed 
Currently my market is the Los Angeles area. The reason I decided to reach absentee owners was to find tired landlords who are looking to take their money out since real estate in Los Angeles is significantly higher than other parts of the country.

Pre-foreclosures was the next market I was looking to target on my list since it is easy for me to get a list through my title company.
I am not sure how buy probates since there is an auction/bidding involved. Let me know how it works out for you.

Since I don't have funding sources right now to buy houses on my own. I am looking to build some capital in the mean time by selling these off market properties I get from the mailers to my list of cash buyers.

My approach through this letter is to give the seller the option of listing their property on the market or have it sold quickly with a cash buyer.

Should  the "I buy houses" approach and "listing your home" approach be two separate types of marketing?

Hi guys, 

I hope everyone is enjoying their thanksgiving holiday. I am working on mailing my letters to an absentee owners list I have. Before I print and send them off I was hoping I could get some advice on the wording in my letter.

 I need some insight from a third party that may have tried this method before or have received these letters themselves. What can I put to make the letter more engaging or appealing to the reader?

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This is my letter below:

Dear [Homeowner first name]

I hope this letter finds you well. ?
I am writing to you in regards to your property located on [Property Address]. I am representing buyers that are looking to purchase property in your area quickly and hassle free. ?
In today’s market the seller has a huge advantage to selling their property for top dollar due to the shortage of real estate inventory in Los Angeles county.

I respectfully wonder if you have given any thought in selling your property.

If so, it is a good time to discuss the opportunity available to homeowners who sell their property during a demanding buyer’s market such as the one we are facing today. ??Please call me (818) 274-2223 or email me at [email protected]

I look forward to speaking with you soon. ??Best,
Annette Torsarkissian
CalBRE# 056583

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Thanks!

Annette