Ready Set Sold with Bryan Vogt

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/what-are-the-amazing-changes-that-are-coming-soon/ What are the amazing changes that are coming soon? Stay tuned an I will give you that answer! I'm super super excited making some changes to the podcast very much to the positive battery. What's going on in Edwardsville open in Waterloo Collinsville between. Find out who's got the best to go food out there. Maybe the top three houses have been adopting how things were going with that. It's going to be what's going on in the entire metro st. Louis on occasions to the fun things are available there to the Metropolitan what makes there's so many different Avenues of where we taking this a little bit of the Opera so many great things are going on with the community even when I'm crazy times. And that's why I really want to make sure that people are aware of and get the word out until next time. Make it a great day.

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/you-wont-find-the-true-value-of-your-home-on-zillow-and-i-will-tell-you-why/ Hi everyone! The market is going crazy! Because of the low low inventory, we’re experiencing, and the historic low-interest rates that buyers are taking advantage of. Sellers that are putting their house on the market are getting rewarded with great pricing and fast sales! What kind of pricing or they getting? I recently sold a home that would have sold for two hundred and eighty-five thousand dollars last year. This year, three hundred and twenty-five thousand it sold for! Another home that would have sold for two hundred and twenty-five thousand last year, sold for almost two hundred and fifty thousand this year in less than a week! However, many experts are saying that next year’s market is going to take a turn for the worse! Having been in the business as long as I have, I think that even if there is a turn, in won’t be as bad as what many are saying. But many sellers aren’t taking that chance and are deciding to sell now! And there or some sellers that are deciding to sell now to get top dollar and then rent for a year. That’s right. I know of more than a few sellers that are doing that. They are betting that the market is going to go down next year. So, they will have sold at the top of the market this year and bought at the lower end of the market next year. Who knows? The trouble is most homeowners don’t have an accurate way of knowing what the true value of their home is! Zillow is not the answer. Let me repeat that! Zillow is not the answer! There never right! I have seen them be off as much a one hundred thousand dollars on a home! So, what is the answer? For years now I have been offering a free CMA every year to all of my clients, friends, and family. So, they have accurate information on the true value, for what most people consider their biggest asset. Their home! The process is amazingly simple. Especially if I sold them the house, I need to know what improvements or updates they have made since they’ve lived there. And then I Schedule a thirty-minute meeting with them in person or on zoom to go over the numbers. Now if I haven’t seen their home before. To make sure I am giving them accurate information I strongly suggest we meet at their home for thirty minutes or so. And that’s it! The response from clients has been so overwhelmingly positive and appreciated for this free service. I have decided to offer this free service to the general public for a limited time! If you have a home in the metro-east. And you want a free CMA to find out what your house is worth in this amazing market were in. Just call or text me today at 618-210-2451. So, you can find out the actual value of your home! Not a estimate Until next time Make it a great day!

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/why-i-joined-exp/ Hi everyone! If 2020 has taught us anything! Things can change fast! And so, can the real estate market! Especially when it comes to buying your dream home! Because home inventories are still very low and interest rates are still at historic lows. The demand for homes is still very strong. Here are three musts every buyer needs to know to have the success they deserve when buying their dream home in today’s market! 1. Proof of funding letter. Without one. Buyers won’t have to worry if they put a strong enough offer in. Because the sellers won’t even look at it! To avoid this frustration. All buyers need to do is contact a top local lender before putting and offer in. And in a very short period of time. Usually with in twenty-four to forty-eight hours buyers will have the proof of funding letter they need to buy the home of their dreams! 2. Take action now! After buyers have narrowed the list of homes down to three. Then go get your home! I cannot tell you how many stories I have heard about fantastic buyers who waited. Only to find out that there dream home was gone not only before they could put an offer in. But before they could even see it. Make sure that’s not you and take action now! 3. Make a strong offer! Just recently I heard of some amazing buyers who had their proof of funding letter, took action! However, even though they both totally loved the home and thought it was priced great. But They decided to offer something like 10 grand less than asking. Just to see what would happen. What happened is their offer was dead on arrival because two other stronger offers were already ahead of them! So, when buyers see a home they want! Put in a strong offer to get it! The good news with those buyers. After they were kind of kicking themselves on not putting in a strong enough offer. They did eventually get a great home that they now enjoy tremendously!! By using these three tips. You will have amazing success in today’s market! And if you happen know anyone looking to buy. Have them call or text me at 618-210-2451. I would love to help them! Until next time Make it a great day!

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/why-i-joined-exp/   Hi everyone! Having been at a traditional brick and mortar office for most of my 19-year real estate career. I recently moved my business to Exp three main reasons! #1 Exp's Generous Commission Splits Every agent at Exp is treated equally with an 80/20 split. Which caps each year at $16,000. After that agents earn 100% of their commission for the remainder of their anniversary year! Also, Exp doesn’t have any desk fees, franchise fees, or royalty fees for their agents to pay! Unfortunately, most agents that are in a traditional brick and mortar franchises are still having to pay those fee’s for offices that sadly, have been closed for months! #2 They're an Online brokerage with an Amazing Culture Because Exp agents are online they work from the comfort of their homes. Avoiding the traffic delays, the long drives, and the inclement weather that many agents still must suffer thru. 80 hrs. a week of live online training is what Exp offers its agents by some of the top instructors and mega teams and agents in the country. Where they share useful tips and systems to help all Exp agents have the success that they want! Exp agents enjoy incredible online tools that can help explode their business! One quick example is a powerful CRM that is becoming a lead generating machine for tons of agents within the company! The culture that the company promotes, starts with the amazing top professionals it has on its staff! With only one job in mind! How can they better serve the agents! One of the biggest roadblocks for many new agents to get into real estate and even some seasoned agents to stay. Is not having access to good healthcare! Exp has solved that problem! By offering its U S agents not only innovative but low-cost healthcare options. #3 The Residual Income and Stock Opportunities that Exp Agents enjoy! Imagine building a team of agents like I am, along with many other Exp agents. To create amazing amounts of residual income. Month after month! Year after year after year. By simply attracting and sponsoring producing agents into the company While still having time to run my real estate business the way that I want! There are five ways agents can earn even more residual income at Exp! Thru their amazing stock opportunities, they have for their agents! By simply sponsoring a new agent that closes their first deal! The first closed deal you have at the start of your new anniversary year! by capping each year, by agents taking 5 % of your gross commission and buying stock at a 10% discount, becoming an ICON agent and earning back your whole cap in stock! These are my top three reasons why I joined If you would like any information or have any questions regarding this unbelievable company. Call or text me at 618-210-2451 Since I currently now have three to five agents call or text me every day either wanting to know more information about this amazing company. Or how they can sign up! I would be more than happy to help you in any way I can! If one of my team members sent this video to you, I am happy to help answer your questions before signing you up with them. Until next time! Make it a great day!

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/why-august-is-su…o-list-your-home/ Look before I give you the answer to the question of why August is a great time to sell. I understand that there are some homeowners that may want to sell but they have concerns about their future. Maybe it is with their job are other factors that now is not the right time to sell. I get it. However, if that is not you! Then this August is truly a great time to sell. Not for just one reason! But for three reasons! Here are three top reasons sellers are having such great success in August! Reason #1 Low low inventory of available homes for buyers! There has been a shortage of homes for months now! Thru out the entire metro east! But the good news is there has not been a shortage of buyers. Sellers or having great success in not only selling for top dollar but fast! And, in some cases, getting multiple offers which usually means getting over asking price! Putting even more money in sellers’ pockets! Reason #2 Interest rates are still at Historic lows! Buyers get that! They understand that over the course of the loan that they have the potential to save thousands and thousands of dollars! That is real money that buyers get to put in their pocket! Reason #3 You outside staging is done! The bushes and trees have all been trimmed! The grass is as green as it’s going to get. Everything is in bloom. The pool is open, the patio furniture is still, and all the mulch that is going down is already been done! Making it a snap for sellers to get their homes on the market! Say if you know anyone looking to sell this month. Please have them giving me a call! I would love to to help them! Until next time! Make it a great day!

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/what-are-the-three-top-reasons-to-live-in-swansea/   Hi everyone! Thanks for joining me! What are the Three Top Reasons to live in Swansea?   Reason # 1 Centennial Park just off Rt 161. I cannot tell you how many people I know that have no idea how beautiful a park this really is! Look it does not have tennis courts or ball fields or a playground for the kids. But what it does have something that I think is even more important! Peace and quiet. And we can all use some of that with the world were living in now. With a beautiful walking trail that is great for just a leisurely walk with your partner or your pet. To its great bicycle trail that runs for miles in and out of the park also. This by for is one of my favorite parks in the area! And it is also my first top reason for living in Swansea!   Reason #2 Swansea has one of the largest price ranges for home buyers to choose from in the metro east. If you are looking for the best of the best in luxury homes. Look no further than Swansea! But if you are looking for some fantastic starter homes for first time home buyers. It has that too! With such a great selection makes a great place for families to live!   Reason #3 The school districts! Wolfbranch School is, and has been always been considered, one of the best schools in the entire metro east for years! It is, in my personal and professional opinion, one of the main reasons so many military buyers live in Swansea. However, Highmount School in Swansea, has also won many awards in the past in it’s own right! That is my Three Top Reasons why Swansea is such a great place to live! But I would love to know why you think Swansea is a great place to live also! Please feel to comment down below! By the way, if you know of anyone who is looking to buy or sell in Swansea. Please have them contact me. I would love to help them!   Until next time! Make it a great day!

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/what-are-the-three-top-reasons-to-live-in-ofallon/   Hi everyone! Thanks for joining me today for another episode of Ready Set Sold! Where we talk about everything real estate in the Metro East! We are located at O’Fallon Community Park in the heart of O’Fallon. And it is also my number one reason for living in O’Fallon! Having lived in the metro-east all my life this is definitely is one of my favorite parks. It hosts Swimming pool Ball parks Tennis courts And much much more. Pavilions that you can rent to host family reunions and the city also host many events here during the year! Reason #2 How close Scott Air Force Base is to O’Fallon! From your front door to your office door is five minutes away! I have the good fortune to work with 100’s and 100’s of military buyers and by far one of the main reasons they move is here is for that reason alone! Reason #3 The variety of homes that buyers have to choose from! Whether you are looking for a 4000 or even 5000 square home with a pool and finished basement and every other amenity you think of. It has it in spades! But it is also great for first time home buyers too! It has such a wide variety for them to choose also. And located in fantastic subdivisions also!   These are just three great reasons why O’Fallon is such a great place to live. Time doesn’t permit me to go into all the terrific schools the city has. And the fact it is 10 minutes from downtown St Louis or practically anywhere!   Those are my top reasons, but I am sure you have your own. I would love if you would drop below in the comment box why you think O’Fallon is such a great place to live!   Until next time! Make it a great day!

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/why-this-july-is-a-great-time-to-sell-your-house-than-ever-before/   Hi everyone thanks for joining me on another episode of Ready Set Sold! Where we talk everything real estate in the metro east! Today we are answering the question “Why July is great time to sell your house than ever before?” I have had the good fortune to sell 100’s and 100’s of houses in the summer months. And I can tell you from firsthand experience, July it is a great time to sell and buy! But this year maybe the best in my almost 20 years of selling real estate. For three main reasons Reason #1 We are in summer. Look I have lived in the metro east all my life and even though June is the official start of summer. July is when the heat kicks in! Which means all your outdoor staging work is practically done! The pool is open and let me tell you. Buyers tend to appreciate pools just a little more the hotter it is. Also, the patio furniture is already out, the bushes are already trimmed, and the grass is of course as green as it is going to get. Making putting your house on the market that much easier! Reason #2 The month of July since I have been in real estate has been in the month where people take vacations. But given are current circumstances our country has been going thru. Not too many people, unfortunately, are going to be going on one this July. Meaning even more buyers will be turning their interest in buying their dream home than ever before this month! Which in this market means not only getting full price for your biggest asset, your home. But maybe even getting a little more for sellers to put in their pockets! Reason #3 Interest rates are at an historic low! More and more Buyers are wanting to take advantage of this. So, they can save 1000’s and 1000’s of dollars over the length of their loan. And with home inventory at historic lows! You have a win win situation for buyers to take advantage of the rates and sellers selling faster and for top dollar than ever before! And that is just 3 of the many reasons why this July in particular. Is a great time to sell your house! Who do you know now looking to take advantage of the amazing market we are in. Have them call or text me at 618-210-2451 and let’s have a conversation on how I get top dollar and a fast sa

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/why-is-belleville-central-west-end-such-a-great-place-to-live/   Why is Belleville Central West end such a great place to live? Hi everyone! Thanks for joining me today on Ready Set Sold! I am here at Bellevue Park in the central west end of Belleville and this is Belleville’s first park! It boasts a 3-acre fishing lake A Playground for the kids And it has been a place for many a wedding But that is only one of many reasons why the central west end is such a great place to live and raise a family A few more! Having Memorial Hospital, an award-winning hospital nearby. Which seems to be expanding daily. It has an award-winning school district for the children And it is fantastic for first time homebuyers because of the selection and affordability that it offers! I can tell you with close to 20 years of selling and listing countless homes in this area. Most of those buyers that have bought are still here today! Maybe you know some buyers looking to buy here too? I would love to help them buy their dream home! There are many other great reasons to live in the central west end of Belleville. But for respect for your time. I was only able to hit a few! Thanks again for joining me today on Ready Set Sold! Until next time. Make it a great day!

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/where-can-you-see-amazing-fireworks-this-4th-of-july/   Fourth of July is one of my favorite holidays. The fireworks, the BBQ’s. Getting to gather with friends and family is also amazing!   July 4th 2020 •Highland — dusk, 12525 Sportsman Road •Mascoutah — 9:30 p.m., Scheve Park, Harnett and Sixth streets •Millstadt — dusk •Troy —dusk, Tri-Township Park •Edwardsville — dusk, American Legion Park July 5th 2020 •O'Fallon Family Sports Park, Dusk But the 4th of July also reminds me on how great a country we live in! And that I am blessed No, we are not perfect as a nation. And yes, we have had a share of issues. But I would not want to live anywhere else in the world! Make it a great 4th of July! Until next time Make it a great day!  

View the Video version of this Episode at:  https://www.bryanvogt.com/what-are-the-top-three-reasons-to-live-in-shiloh/ Hi Everyone I am at Three rivers park in Shiloh and let me tell you this is just one of many reasons to live in Shiloh. I have lived here for over twenty years and I love it!   1. The parks they have are amazing. Lighted ballparks Walking trails Soccer fields Playground areas And much much more!   2. The Military love it here It is as close to the base as you can get! Over 50 percent of the residence or either retired or active military   3. There are homes available in all price ranges First-time homebuyers to one of the most exclusive subdivisions in the Metro East! And of course everything in between! That is just some of the reasons why I think Shiloh is a great place to live! What are your reasons why Shiloh is a great place to raise a family? Please feel to comment down below! Until next time on Ready Set Sold! Make it a great day!

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/3-updates-sellers-should-avoid-that-cost-thousands-of-dollars-when-selling/   What 3 updates should sellers avoid that takes thousands of dollars out of their pocket when selling!! Hi everyone! Even though it looks like we are in the start of. Or in a recession. Even though I think the effects if any will not dramatically hurt the housing market. I am glad to report we are still in a strong market for sellers! With low inventory and buyers enjoying historic low interest rates Sellers are getting top dollar and a fast sale! Look I get it. The shutdown has affected people differently. Maybe your concerned about your job. Or maybe you do not have a job anymore. So, I understand why this maybe wouldn’t be a good time to sell for you. But if that is not you. Then this a great market to list your home! 1. Landscaping lets talk about the things you should do to get top dollar on your house first! Here are the Shoulds: Either you or a professional trim all the bushes and shrubs! Consider putting fresh mulch or rock down especially if there are bare spots And make you edge around the pavers Things to avoid! Replacing your landscaping! Deciding to take all your mulch out and replacing it with rock Taking all the rock to get a new color! 2. Fences Here are the shoulds If you think your fence needs repairs, then bring out a professional Will cost a fraction of the cost of replacing! If your fence cannot be repaired which is rare. Consider not having one Unless you have a pool and must have one for code. I understand you may have pets or children that play outside. 3. Decks Here are the shoulds Make sure there is not rotten planks in the deck and if so replace them Check the railing around the deck and make sure it is secure Make sure the hand railing and the stairs are sturdy Here is what to avoid Replacing the whole deck. Yes, on more than one occasion I have seen sellers When simple repairs were all that were needed If you must replace the deck do not replace with a 50 yr deck. Most cost of double of what a wood deck would be and you simply won’t get your money back!  

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/why-is-2020-brea…s-amazing-market/ Hi everyone! 2020 has been quite a year and we are not even halfway thru it! With all that has happened so for this year. You might want to be on the lookout for any large gatherings of locust! All kidding aside. It has been a very tough year for many people in the metro east and my heart goes out to them. Why is 2020 breaking all the rules for sellers? In my professional opinion there are many reasons but as in life and especially in real estate. Perception is reality! Look I get it! If you’re a homeowner and your watching any of the news that’s available. Whether online or on cable.It doesn’t take much to realize that we are in a recession. Or at least the start of one. Now I believe it will be short lived. But you don’t have to have business degree as a seller to realize that a recession is not traditionally a good time to sell your house. Right? Until now! And that’s why I believe so many sellers aren’t deciding to put their homes on the market. Which in turn is causing a shortage of available homes for buyers to choose from. It’s like the ying and yang effect Because there are very few sellers deciding to put their house on the market because of what they see on the news. Which I get! However there are still plenty of buyers wanting to buy. Either they want to take advantage of the historic low interest rates available. Or they really need a place to live! Trust me I have more than a few buyers that I am trying to get into homes! That those sellers who do decide to put their homes on the market are having amazing results. Often getting top dollar and a fast sale! Also, the need to have a completely updated home so far in 2020. Doesn’t seem to matter as much as did 2 or even 3 months ago. Look unless your home is a complete dump. Most sellers are pleasantly surprised with the offers and the speed in which their homes or selling Even if they don’t have all the updates. Now of course if your house does have the updates. Those sellers are often getting multiply offers which is putting even more money into their pocket. As for as staging. Turn on all the lights on and leave. That simple! How long will this amazing market last for sellers who knows. Hopefully for months and months. But if 2020 has taught us anything. It’s very to predict what is going to happen the next day much less the next month! That’s why if you know anyone looking to sell now! Maybe even you! Have them call or text my private number at 618-210-2451 today. And let’s see how we can get you top dollar and a fast sale! Until next time! Make it a great day!

Hi everyone! I am so excited! My barber Jim Boeving was finally able to open and I was able to get my hair cut. I did have to leave the house at 7 am to make sure I could get in. That is something I never dreamed I would ever have to do! But hey there has been some changes since March 1st right. However, to my great surprise! When I walked in no other than Whitey Herzog the former Cardinal manager was getting his haircut too! How cool was that. And in honor of that. I am wearing my Cardinal shirt! But I digress! So why is June such a great time to put your home on the market? Here are 3 top reasons why! 1. The amount of inventory is still unbelievably low! We never had a spring market because of all the shutdowns! Because of that, there are still plenty of buyers out there not only wanting to buy but needing to buy! And I have more than a few of them myself! Such as Military buyers, buyers who have sold their homes and need to a place to live and the list go and on! And because of this. We are seeing sellers not only selling fast but for top dollar too! 2. It is the start of the summer selling season! Yes, even though school has been out for months June still is still the start of the summer! And just like every year, but in my professional opinion, because of not having a spring market. I believe this could be the best summer market in decades for sellers! 3. Sellers who list their house at the start of any selling season. Tend to not only sell their house. But often put more money in their pocket by getting better offers than those sellers who wait later in the season. So if you want to get top dollar and sell fast June is your month! For these reasons and many many more! Is why June is such a great time to put your house on the market! Who do you know who wants to sell their home now? To take advantage of the great market we’re having right now! Maybe you? Call or text my private number today at 618-210-2451 and let’s talk on how you can take advantage of this amazing market! Until next time! Make it a great day!

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/how-do-i-keep-my-sellers-from-having-the-dreaded-looky-loos-buyers-when-selling-their-house/   Hi everyone! For the sellers who are putting their homes on the market. I am seeing most of my sellers along with others having great success! Selling for top dollar and fast more times than not! Which is great news for sellers! Of course, with buyers enjoying historic low-interest rates! It makes it a great time to buy also! However, I am found that are far too many buyers that are viewing sellers’ homes. That are not in a position to buy the home. In other words, their simply looky-loos, which does nothing far the sellers and is pretty much a waste of time for the buyers! Here is a few examples of what I am mean by looky-loos: Buyers who have their home on the market but need to sell it before they can buy another Buyers who need to sell their home to buy another, but who do not even have their house on the market! This is mostly from buyer agents thinking wrongly I might add. That if the buyer sees a home they like, that they will drop everything and run and put their home on the market. As you probably know, that doesn’t’ happen. And yes, some buyers who haven’t even talked to a qualified lender to see if they are qualified to buy your home. Come into look at the homes also. What is the solution? For years now high-end sellers from 800k to million dollars have asked and gotten a proof of funding letter. Stating that the buyer that comes into their home is able to buy it! I believe its high time that sellers that own 200 thousand-dollar homes have the same rights, don’t you? That is why I recommend highly to any of my sellers that they ask for a proof of fund letter so they know the buyers looking at their home can buy it. And are not just looky-loos! Who do you know that wants to have the same support, that high end sellers have enjoyed for years? Have them call or text my private number at 618-210-2451 today. So I can show you how we can keep the looky-loos away! Until next time Make it a great day!  

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/why-arent-more-sellers-taking-advantage-of-this-amazing-market/ Hi everyone! Sellers have been enjoying great success in the marketplace as we speak! Here are three examples 1. There are some that are listing one day and getting full price offers the same day! 2. There are other sellers that are getting multiple offers which usually means more money in their pocket! 3. And finally, there a few sellers that are asking a little bit more than where the market is and getting it! Why? Three reasons! 1. Historic low interest rates that are available that buyers want to take advantage of! 2. A shortage of available homes in the entire Metro East Market! 3. Still more buyers available than houses. And yes, I have more than a few buyers myself looking for homes! So why aren’t more sellers putting their houses on the market? 1. Most sellers do not know how good the market is! 2. Were in the start of a recession. I do not personally and professionally think it will last. But we are! 3. Were still in a pandemic! That is why I developed a system to keep my sellers safe. Even if they are working from home with their kids! How long will this market last. Who knows. If there is one thing these past months have taught us! Things can change quickly So, who do you know who wants to be safe but take advantage of the amazing market we are in? Maybe you? Have them call or text me today on my private number at 618-210-2451. And let’s talk and see how we can get you top dollar while also keeping you and your family safe!   Until next time! Make it a great day!

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/why-are-sellers-having-great-success-in-these-uncertain-times/ Why are sellers having great success in these uncertain times? Stay tuned and I will give you that answer! Hi everyone! We are living in times that I have never seen before. Just two and a half months ago on March 1st if anyone who have told me of all the changes that have occurred to date. Frankly, I would have told them they were crazy. Look we are living in a recession right now. With record unemployment reaching numbers of the great depression. With millions and millions of people out of work! And if that is you my heart goes out to you! But we also have a pandemic going on too! Those two factors in my personal and professional opinion is what is creating the housing shortage we are in! One of things that I am hearing from sellers is the lack of safety that is given to them by their realtors. It is more like business as usual and many sellers are concerned by this and they should be! That’s why I have developed a system that makes sellers safety job number one! There too many agents that are tone deaf to sellers needs during these uncertain times! Who do you know that wants to sell now to take advantage of this great market but wants there safety needs met too? Have them call or text my private number today at 618-210-2451. And let’s talk about how I not only keep sellers safe but also get them top dollar Until next time Make it a great day!

View the Video version of this Episode at:  https://www.bryanvogt.com/what-is-the-simp…-my-sellers-safe/   Hi everyone! Today I want to talk about a simple but highly effected system I have created to keep sellers safe while listing their homes! First there have been changes to the home selling process but nothing that I have seen that would prevent sellers from having success. Secondly many of these systems I have created I plan on keeping in place in order to better protect my sellers that I will go into more detail later! So, let’s get into the system I created of keeping sellers safe during the home selling process. 1. Every buyer must send a proof of funds letter before they can see the house. 2. Taking advantage of the powerful pre exiting technology that’s available 3. Having the buyers and agent sign off on a check list that they agree to abide by, which will include: That the buyers have watched the videos That they or no one they have been in contact with has had any chills or fevers in the past two weeks. Face coverings and gloves or must No children Among other things that buyers need to agree to. And here’s the great news! It is working! I recently sold a home with this system and it worked out great for the seller and the buyer! So who do you know that wants to sell now but wants an agent that will not only keep them safe but also sell their house? Have them call or text my private line today at 618-210-2451. And let’s get started! Until next time! Make it a great day!

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/the-conclusion-of-my-interview-of-mark-eckert-where-he-commends-the-teachers-and-residents-during-the-covid-19-pandemic/ In the conclusion of my interview with Mayor Mark Eckert. He discusses how well the community and in particular the teachers have helped one another during the pandemic. And how we will all get thru this!  

What are the Top Three Reasons to put your house on the market now?   Stay tuned and I will answer that question   Hi everyone, what are the Top Three Reasons why Putting Your house on the market NOW is such a winning strategy! Before I answer that. First, know that seller and buyer safety is my number priority! And I have created systems to make sure of that.   There have also been many things that have changed in the process of buying and selling during the pandemic. But nothing I have seen that keeps sellers and buyers from having a successful sale!   So, what are the 3 top reasons to put your house on the market now!   1.Sellers can put more money in their pockets! Plenty of buyers out there I have a quite a few myself! But is very very little for them to choose from! Because of that Sellers or asking a little more and in many cases getting it.   2. Homes or selling faster. Because of the record low inventory of available homes. Houses or selling fast. How fast? In some cases in days! For exactly what the seller asked! Example Just listed a executive home where the sellers not only got what they were asking! But sold it in less than a week!   3. Staging is a snap! Turn all your lights on and open all your interior doors and your done! It’s that simple The real question is how long will this last for sellers? Till May 30th when the shutdown ends? Two months? I know life and real estate was vastly different on March 1 st than it is today!   That is why if your wanting to sell your house for top dollar and fast! Call or text me on my private number at 618-210-2451 today! And let’s see how we may be able to put more money in your pocket and fast!   Until next time. Make it a great day!

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/mayor-eckert-of-belleville-discusses-the-changes-that-will-happen-because-of-covid-19-part-2/ In Part 2 of my in-depth interview with Mayor Mark Eckert of Belleville. The mayor talks about the changes that will be occurring during and after COVID-19!

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/?p=2680&preview=true Mayor Eckert of Belleville discusses the changes that will happen because of COVID -19 (Part 1) In Part 1 of my in-depth interview, Mayor Mark Eckert discusses the changes that will happen and the challenges that Belleville has because of COVID -19.

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/mayor-vernier-talks-about-the-positive-changes-a-head-for-shiloh/ Please watch Mayor Vernier of Shiloh talk about the positive changes ahead for the citizens of Shiloh

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/the-conclusion-o…out-the-pandemic/ Hi Everyone! I recently had the great pleasure to be interviewed by Dr. Steve Taubman. Who is: An international speaker, trainer and an Amazon bestselling author who has touched the lives of over 350,000 people thru out the world, by teaching how people can stay in a positive mindset throughout the worst of times. And boy do we need that now!   In the conclusion of this interview:   We remind everyone that this will end! And how agents should be keeping their buyers and sellers safe during the pandemic. Also, how to keep sellers safe when listing their homes during the pandemic.   I have found that there are many sellers still wanting to sell in the spring of 2020. Maybe that’s you or someone you know? Have them call or text my private number at (618)210-2451 today. So, I can go into detail how I am not only keeping my clients safe. But having success in selling thru this pandemic!   Enjoy the interview!

View the Video version of this Episode at:https://www.bryanvogt.com/my-interview-with-noted-author-and-trainer-dr-steve-taubman-about-the-pandemic-part-1/ Hi Everyone! I recently had the great pleasure to be interviewed by Dr. Steve Taubman. Who is: An international speaker, trainer and an Amazon bestselling author who has touched the lives of over 350,000 people thru out the world, by teaching how people can stay in a positive mindset throughout the worst of times. And boy do we need that now!   In part one of this interview:   The importance of keeping a positive mindset. Also, how to keep sellers safe when listing their homes during the pandemic   I have found that there are many sellers still wanting to sell in the spring of 2020. Maybe that’s you or someone you know? Have them call or text my private number at (618)210-2451 today. So, I can go into detail how I am not only keeping my clients safe. But having success in selling thru this pandemic!   Enjoy the interview!

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/how-do-i-keep-my-clients-safe-when-presenting-their-home-during-the-covid-19-pandemic/   How do I keep my clients safe when presenting their home during the COVID-19 pandemic? Stay tuned and I will give you that answer!   Hi everyone! How do I keep my sellers safe when presenting their home during the COVID-19 pandemic? I will answer that shortly but first let me give you a quick update on the Metro easts real estate market. Houses are selling! I just sold a home to a buyer and just listed a home that the sellers our currently living in now. The more and more I talk with people I find that there are quite of few sellers that really do want to move in this spring of 2020 but there not sure on what to do.   Let me give you my plan that I have worked out to make it possible for not only to sell their home but to be safe also! Understand there have been changes to the overall process of selling. But to date. Nothing that I haven’t seen that can’t be overcome to have a successful sale! Safety first and I do that by:   1. Video conference. Where sellers can walk around with their smart phones or tablets for me to give Pricing recommendations Do electronic signing for the paperwork And schedule a time for me to take videos and pictures and measurements   2. Video Video Video! Where I will take a series of videos of your house. Which could include The main floor The lower level Upstairs Back and front yard For virtual open houses and more Which I make available to all buyers to watch. Before they book a showing! I want to make sure that there serious buyers no tire kickers are needed right now or ever for that matter!   3. In Writing. Unfortunately for too many agents and brokerages have nothing to protect the sellers when buyers come to show the home. Those that do, in my professional opinion, have very little to keep the sellers safe. So, I developed a document myself that has had great success. It has been well received by buyers. Where it has buyers agree to   Having watched the videos of the home Only buyers and their agent can view the home. No children That masks and glove or to be worn by everyone including the agent at all times in the home No one has had the chills or ran a fever in the last two weeks Among other items on the document. Note Whether it’s occupied or vacant the same procedure is done for all homes I list for the safety of all!   Who do you know that is wanting to sell their home this spring but didn’t know where to start? Maybe you?! Have them call or text my private number today at 618-210-2451. And I can show them how they cannot only be safe but successful in selling their house this spring!       Hey so that you don’t miss another episode or to catch up on past episodes. Hit the subscribe button and ring the bell   Make it a great day. And I will see you next time!  

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/how-can-sellers-…ovid-19-pandemic/ Hi everyone! Even though we are going thru some tough times there does seem to be more good news heading are way than bad with a pandemic that we are in. I also know that many agents have decided to shut down their business during this time. Of course, it is there call on what they want to do. It is their business. However, the state of Illinois along with virtually every state in the Country. Has deemed that real estate agents provide an essential service which I take very seriously. Especially in the times that we are in now. And so, I have continued to develop plans to make sure the safety of everyone is of utmost importance but also servicing my sellers and my buyers With that said. I am recommending to all of my sellers to strongly consider putting their homes on the market now. And by now, I mean in the next couple of days or at the latest in the next a week. As I said I have developed a plan that even if you are currently living in your home that not only can we keep your exposer to a bare minimum but also get your house sold! Yes, there have been changes to the buying and selling process from beginning to end. But nothing that I have seen that can’t be overcome to date. There are numerous reasons why I believe sellers should be putting their house on the market, but I have boiled it down to the top three. I will also go into detail on how they limit their exposure even if they are currently living in their home now. So, let’s dive into the three top reasons why sellers should be putting their homes on the market.   1. Inventory is at rock bottom. Meaning virtually none! I have never seen this before in close to twenty years as top profession realtor! However, the pandemic will end. And when it does, we will see houses flooding in the market the likes that we have never seen before. And when that happens price will be the first thing to go. There are buyers out their now! Just a quick story. A doctor that was quarantined in New York City because of the Covid-19 virus. And Was moving to the St. Louis Metro East area and needed to have a home to move too. Luckily a house came on the market and he bought it thru vide alone.   2 With no inventory buyers are more than likely to give sellers a lot of grace on the over all condition. Of their home. Meaning sellers won’t have to worry about painting of any kind. Making sure flooring is perfect or getting new kitchen appliances. Or for that matter doing much of anything when it comes into the overall condition. Of the inside. And the outside being the same. Not worrying if the mulch is down or the deck is stained, or the yard is picture perfect. However, with the flood of   3. Staging will be a snap. Turning the lights on and opening all the interior doors of the house and that’s it. Understand I don’t have much experience in selling homes in the middle of a pandemic. Having said that I strongly urge you to click on the video above and to get the plan I have laid out for you to have great success in selling!   Who do you know wanting to sell now? Have them call or text my private number at 618-210-2451 today!   Until next time. Make it a great day!

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/how-is-the-real-…ovid-19-pandemic/ How is the real estate market fairing in the COVID-19 pandemic?     Stay tuned and I will give you that answer!   Hi everyone! Even though we are not through the pandemic and there maybe more hurdles to overcome. There does seem to be a light at the end of the tunnel for the country and of course the Metro East by the end of this month. And that’s great news!   So, how is the Metro East real estate market fairing in the COVID-19 pandemic? The real estate market is doing very well overall. In my professional opinion there are three main reasons why!   1. Understand there are always buyers who must have a place to live. Their lease is up. Or is coming up shortly and have decided to buy. Or they have already sold their house and need to buy another home to live in.   2. The Military is still out there. Many of them are buying homes thru video. I just had a military buyer buy a home from video alone. Understand this was not a one- or two-minute video. More like thirty- or forty-minute video showing everything and anything in the house and in the subdivision. So, they could make a smart buying decision.     3. The advances in Technology that or available to agents now. Whatever agent you choose to help you buy or sell. It is a must that they have the skills to work in the different platforms that are available to sell homes! Whether that be Zoom, Facetime, Youtube, Podcasts and much much more! Make sure you hit the subscribe button and ring the bell to see not only future episodes of our every changing market. But to see all the past episodes too!   Who do you know looking to buy now? That wants an agent who has the technology skills to help buyers make a smart buying decision. Whether in person or viewing homes on video. Or who wants to give it some time, which I fully understand but still wants their agent not only send homes to them but keep them informed of the changes in the market. Either way have them call my private line at 618-210-2451 and let’s get you in your dream home now or in near future.   Until next time Make it a great day!

  View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/should-you-sell-…ovid-19-pandemic/ Should you sell your house during the COVID-19 pandemic?   Stay tuned and I will give you that answer!   Hi everyone! Even though the pandemic is not over and there is no set time when it will be over. There does appear to be more and more good news coming out about it daily. And as far as the Metro East St. Louis real estate market. It is going very well! I know. Because, I am busier than ever! And just so you know the Metro East is not unusual in the success that it is having. I recently started having monthly conference calls with other top agents across the country. So I could better inform my clients of any challenges that might be occurring in their markets and how we can figure out a way to work through those challenges However I am happy to report that top agents From the east coast to the west coast and all parts in between are also having great success in their markets!   Should you sell your house during the COVID-19 pandemic? The answer in my professional opinion is yes   Now first let me start there have been some changes to the selling and buying process.   Keep social distancing. Only one set of buyers at a time can view a home.   Appraisers Title companies and Home inspectors are open for business!   Home inspectors are limiting the inspections to just the buyers. No family or friends.   No occupancies permits are being issued. But buyers will be able to move in. And city and counties will issue them later after this all ends.   Marketing will be different. You will want and agent that is great with video. For doing online open houses. And to shoot plenty of video for buyers that may not choose to go into your house. I recently just sold a home to some buyers by using video alone!   The main reason to put your home on the market is the uncertainty of the market.   2008 is the only thing that even comes close to what is going on. And no, it’s not the same. But back then. The market took its nosedive in November. Giving agents time to be able give sellers data in the Spring market on what to expect.   We have nothing to go by in this market!   My concern is that we will have an avalanche of houses on the market that will exceed the number of buyers looking to buy. Not just the spring market. But sellers that were planning on selling sometime in 2020. Keeping some sellers from selling at all. And having to wait till 2021 and who knows what that market could look like?   If you haven’t already you should hit the subscribe button and ring the bell. My goal is to give you up to date information of what is going on in the metro east real estate market!   Who do you know looking to put their house on the market and wants an agent to help guide them thru these uncertain times? Have the call or text me direct on my private line at 618-210-2451. And we will do a video conference. To set them up for success!   Until next time. Make it a great day!

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/should-home-buyers-be-buying-during-the-covid-19-pandemic/ Should home buyers be buying during the COVID-19 pandemic?   Stayed tuned and I will answer that question!   Hi everyone! There are things going in the on in the world today that I have never seen in my lifetime. With travel and entertainment industries shut down worldwide. I mean did anyone ever think that the casinos in Vegas would ever shut their doors. In the metro east you have schools, bars, restaurants, movie theatres, courts and many more businesses on a temporary shutdown. There is uncertainty out there and I get that. Now I’m still not sure how toilet paper became the most valuable commodity on earth. But I know what is going on now will pass. How long will that be? Two weeks? A month? Maybe longer? No one knows. But despite all that’s going on. The metro east real estate market is doing well. In fact, very well. Look there has been some changes in buying a home in today’s climate. But nothing that should keep any buyer or seller from having great success! In my professional opinion there are three factors driving our market!   1. The spring housing market never really got started. Sellers weren’t putting their homes on the market. Maybe because of the talk of the virus in the winter months, or for other reasons. Leaving a very low selection for buyers to buy! But the homes that are out there. Are being sold fast and for top dollar!   2. Interest rates are at historic lows which is also driving the market. Many buyers want to take advantage of saving potentially 1000’s of dollars over the life of their loan!   3. Having been a successful realtor for almost twenty years. I have learned there are always buyers that need to buy. And sellers needing to sell. No matter what is going on in the world!   In fact, I have buyers I am working with now that of course are pre-approved so they can present a stronger offer and be in a position to potentially beat out other buyers. They narrow their list of homes down to 5 or 6. And then I recommend they narrow it down to the top 3 that they have their heart set on. And then we go out and buy their dream home!   But I also have buyers that want to wait a week or two or longer. And that’s okay. I send them homes that meet their criteria, in some cases video homes they have strong interest in. I recently had some buyers buy home from video alone!   So how should buyers make an informed decision on buying a home in this climate. Unfortunately, there are too many buyers’ agents out there that rely on the on the wall to wall 24/7 news coverage with pundits galore stating more opinions than fact. Or they rely on blogs out there that fall into that same category too. And then there are some agents that advise their clients from what they see on Facebook! I have done my research. I recommend to my buyers they go to a proven source that is not only unbiased but has the most up to date information based on science when making their buying decision. And that’s the Centers for Disease Control website. CDC.gov So buyers can the best decision for them and their family! That’s CDC.gov I highly recommend it!   If you haven’t already hit the subscribe button and rung the bell. You want to do that now. Because you don’t want to miss next week’s episode. Where I will be talking about what sellers should be doing during this pandemic.   Who do you know looking take advantage of these historical low interest rates? Or wants to wait for a while but wants an agent to work for them to keep them informed on the market? Have them call or text my private number at 618-210-2451 today. So, they can buy their dream home now or in the near future! Until next time. Make it a great day!

  View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/what-seven-great…t-air-force-base/ What seven great tips Military buyers should know when PCSing to Scott Air Force Base?   Stay tuned and I will give you that answer!   Hi everyone! First off if you are currently serving or have ever worn the uniform. I thank for your service. I also want to give a big shout out to the spouses! They do tireless work often after the home is purchased. Getting the kids enrolled in school, unpacking, finding the best places to shop and the list goes on and on! You work is invaluable. Thank you! So, you have your orders in hand and your report date set. Welcome! You will love it here! In my nearly 20 years in real estate. I have had the good fortune of helping 100’s and 100’s of military buyers’ success fully PCS to Scott Air Force Base! With all that experience. I have come up with seven great tips Military buyers should know when PCSing to Scott.   1. Choose an agent who has actual experience of working with the military. And understands the time restraints that Military buyers are under to buy their home. Also make sure that you have an agent that will show you homes in the entire metro east if you like. Instead of picking an agent that wants to dictate a specific town or two that they want you to buy in! And keep in mind you want to pick an agent that has had great success in not only helping military buyers buy their home. But also, has had great success in selling military buyers’ homes. When ever that time should come for you!   2. After choosing the agent. You want to block time out with them on when you are coming in. And be specific. For example. You will be coming in to look for homes on Friday the 23rd and you will meet at 10 am at the McDonald’s in Swansea. Saturday you will be starting looking at 10am. Or however many days you feel you need to buy your home. Why so specific? I can’t tell you how many times I have heard of Military buyers finding out the agent they choose couldn’t or wouldn’t be able to help them the whole time after the buyers were in town! Don’t let that be you!   3. Military buyers want to be pre-approved before you get to Scott. By being pre-approved you’re offer will be much stronger. There by giving you a better chance of beating out other buyers who haven’t been pre-approved. Your agent should have a list of top local lenders they can send you. That also understand the military buyers needs and working with your BAH!     4. Your agent should be sending you homes that meet the criteria you have given them. That way you can start sorting out the ones that really catch your eye! And put aside the ones that don’t. That way you hit the ground running when you come into town!   5. I always encourage Military buyers to start doing their research too. Going to city and towns websites that they have interest in. finding out what that community has to offer. Maybe parks, biking trails, schools or what ever you might have an interest in.   6. Consider using google earth. Many military buyers use it not only to view subdivisions that they may want to live in. But check out parks, shopping and even the night life that particular city has to offer!   7. Even thought most military buyers know this. If you need to sell your current house. Make sure you have that on the market so when you buy your home here. You don’t have to rush to put your house on the market!   So, who do you know in the military that you could share this valuable information contained in this podcast? Maybe you’re getting ready to PCS and you know other coming here too that could use this useful information? If you live in the Metro east already. Then I know you know someone in the military that you could share this with so they can have a great experience they deserve when moving to Scott. Or you may want to give them my direct line to call or text today 618-210-2451 So, they can get started on having a great buying experience when they come into Scott!   Until next time. Make it a great day!

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/how-do-buyers-lose-out-on-their-dream-home-in-a-hot-market/ How do buyers lose out on their dream home in a hot market? Stay tuned! And I will give you that answer!   Hi Everyone! For almost two decades now, I have helped 100’s and 100’s of sellers and buyers! Have great success in the buying and selling process! I am passionate about helping people sort thru the ever-changing landscape of real estate! In fact, one of the main reasons I created this channel is to give buyers and sellers not only timely, but key information. They can use to put more money in their pockets! If that sounds like information you could you use. Then I suggest hitting the subscribe button along with ringing the bell! Now. To not only get new episodes but to get past episodes filled with great content! So, How do buyers lose out on their dream home in a hot market. One of the ways is by the closing date they offer sellers! First off. In a normal market. 30 days is the standard. It’s been that way for ever. It gives plenty of time for all inspections, the appraisal, underwriting and title work to get done. For buyers to have a smooth closing.   But in a hot market Which we have right now! Buyers might want to be more flexible on the closing date. Instead of the traditional thirty days. The closing date could range from three weeks up to five weeks or maybe even little longer. Understand sellers not only take in consideration the price in a hot market! But everything the buyer is offering! Let me give you a quick story to explain what I mean. Recently a home had multiple offers from buyers. Price is always important. But when the market is this hot, Seller look at the complete package buyers our offering. To make their final decision. In this case. The first buyer. Who unfortunately picked and agent that had no experience in working in a hot market. The buyers didn’t know. They put in a strong offer. But chose a thirty day close which their agent suggested. Which is fine in a normal market. The second buyer also put in a strong offer. However, their agent had past experience in hot markets. Instead of suggesting a thirty-day close to their buyers. The agent called the listing agent and found out when the sellers wanted to close. Which happened to be in five weeks. Which the second buyers readily agreed too! Guess who got their dream home? You guessed it. The second buyers who had chosen and agent that had past experience in a sellers’ markets! Versus the first buyer who lost out on their dream home by choosing an agent that didn’t have the right experience. Maybe it was family member or a friend. Which is okay. But sadly, their hearts were broken by not getting their dream home. The good news is they did eventually buy a pretty decent home that their living in now! Simply put. The buyer’s agent you choose can have a big impact on whether you get the home of your dreams or not! Who do you know looking to buy in this amazing market and wants an agent that can guide them to great success in buying their dream home? Or maybe that’s you? Either way! Have them call or text my private number today at 618-210-2451! And let’s go buy the home of your dreams! Until next time. Make it a great day!

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/is-march-a-good-…home-up-for-sale/ Is March a good time to put my home up for sale? Stay tuned and I will answer that question! Hi everyone! So, is March a good time to put your home up for sale? The answer is an emphatic YES And let me tell you the biggest reason why!   The military are here Now! Notice I didn’t say they are coming! Or that they are on their way! I said they are here now! And if your house isn’t on the market. They can’t buy it!   Military buyers get their orders to come to Scott in March! And understand military buyers are some of the most motivated buyers there are!   They have limited time to buy their home! Two or three days is very common. And that’s what they do! Buy! Having worked 100’s and 100’s of military buyers in my almost two decades in real estate. Here are just a few of things I have learned about military buyers.   Scott Air Force Base is unique to almost all the bases around the country in how close homes are to the base. In most of the United States. Military bases are 30 or 40 minutes away from any type of city or town where the military can buy. So, much of the Military is already used to making a longer commute.   What that mean to you as a seller in Edwardsville, Glen Carbon, Maryville, Waterloo, Columbia and most of the Metro East. You are on the Military Buyers radar. All those cities I mentioned and more. I have sold houses to the military on numerous occasions!   Advances in technology is changing the way the Military are buying their homes. Let me give you a quick story to explain what I mean.   Not too long ago a seller put their house on the market. Of course, they wanted to put it in the best light for the buyers. So, they had the carpets professionally cleaned. They hired a professional painter or handyman, not sure which, to paint a few rooms and they were ready to go!   They put the house on the market, on I believe a Thursday, to catch the weekend buyers. And on Friday they got their first showing from an agent asking to preview it for some buyers they were working with. The agent also wanted to take a video of the home and more pictures. The sellers said no problem.   The agent came and that Friday evening they received a fantastic offer from that agent. From, you guessed it, a Military buyer stationed on the east coast! I am seeing more and more military buyers taking advantage of technology that’s available to buy their home   So, who do you know that wants to learn even more tips to get the military buyers knocking on your door this March? Maybe even you? Have them call or text my private number at 618-210-2451 and let’s get your house on the market and sold for top dollar in the month of March!   Hey to see past episodes and future episodes. Press the subscribe button down below! Until next time. Make it a great day!

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/should-sellers-buy-or-sell-first/ Hi everyone! Thanks so much for joining me today! So, let’s get to todays question. Should sellers buy or sell first? The answer to the question is to talk to a lender. If the lender says you can buy first, then that’s what most sellers do. If you must sell first. Then do that! And then buy! Let me give you two stories from past clients to help you better understand! Buying first! Joe and Barb were and awesome couple that wanted to buy first and then sell. They simple called their lender and found out that they could buy first! Now like most sellers. They had already had a good idea what they wanted. They had already picked out 5 or 6 homes. I suggested that they narrow it down to the top three. We went out the next day and they bought their dream home! The following week I sat down with the them at their house and there were some things that they wanted to do before they put their house on the market. Have the carpets cleaned, paint the front door, I think they also wanted to change out the kitchen countertops. It was something that they had planned on doing forever and they knew now was the time to do it! We launched their house on the market on a Wednesday. With the understanding that they would not be accepting any offers until after the open house on Saturday. That Saturday at a bout 6:30 we got and offer they absolutely loved. And I couldn’t have been happier for them! They were done with the entire buying selling process in no time! Selling First! Mike and Janet were another great couple I recently worked with. But in their situation, they found out from the lender that they needed to sell first. No problem! We met and talked on how they could put their house in the best light before we launched onto the market. There were some honey do items that they hired a handyman to do. Had the carpets cleaned and we were ready to launch! They launched onto the market, I believe on a Thursday, so we again told buyers that they wouldn’t be accepting any offers until noon on that coming Sunday. Of course, buyers were able to put their offers in before then. We again ran a very successful open house on Saturday! I did suggest that they get their pre-approved that Friday so we would be ready to buy their dream home on Sunday. They also, like most sellers, had the three houses they wanted to look at and buy already saved in their search! Sunday came. And they were blown away by the offers they got! They accepted the best one! And we then went out that Sunday evening and they bought their dream home! It was just that simple! So, when deciding if you should buy first or sell first. All you need to do is talk to your lender! Who do you know wanting to sell now to take advantage of this hot market were having? Maybe you! Either way. Have them call or text my private number 618-210-2451 so they can have great success in selling! Until next time! Make it a great day!

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/what-should-buye…odays-hot-market/ What should buyers know in this hot hot market! Stay tuned and I will give you that answer! Hey everyone thanks for joining me. Hey if you like what you have been seeing in these past few weeks. I plan on doing many more of these. Consider hitting the subscribe button and hitting that little bell! With that said. Let’s talk about todays subject! What should buyers know in this hot market? Basically, it boils down to three factors. 1. “Take Action”2. Having your loan commitment3. Putting your highest and best offer in! Let me give you three quick stories to make my point!I heard about this couple who were getting married. They found this home on a Thursday. They contacted their agent and the agent said to wait until Saturday morning. That’s a bad idea in any market. But in a hot one, it can lead to disaster. And that’s what happened. Saturday rolled around and the house was already sold. Lesson. When you see what you want! Go get it! The next story is from a lender I know. The lender had encouraged them to take the extra time, 30 or 40 minutes, to have a stronger loan commitment letter. They chose not to take that advise and when they found the home of their dreams. Their offer was knocked out because the other buyer had a stronger loan commitment letter. In a hot market. Sellers look at the entire package. And one of them is loan commitment! Take the extra time. It’s well worth it! The last story actually happened to a couple I was working with. We will call them Frank and Betty. I don’t want to embarrass them. They had taken action. They had their loan commitment. But they decided at the last minute not to put their best offer in. I believe they offered the seller about $ 10,000 less. Not that they didn’t think the house was worth it. Nor because they couldn’t afford it. They wanted to see if the seller would negotiate some. They got their answer. No! The sellers already had to better offers and theirs was shot down in flames! The good news is we found them another dream home and I am happy to say they our loving it! So, what can you do to avoid these problems? Make sure the agent you hire has experience in working in hot markets. So, you can have the success you deserve!Who do you know looking to buy in this amazing market? Maybe you? A friend or a family member? Someone at your place of worship? Have them give me a call or text at 618-210-2451 today! So I can coach and guide them to getting their dream home in this hot market were in!

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/is-2020-going-to-be-great-for-sellers-in-the-metro-east/ Hi everyone! Thanks for joining me today on my podcast! So, is 2020 going to be great for sellers? Well I don’t have a crystal ball and I can’t predict the future. But what I can tell you is what’s going on in the right now. In the middle of February market now! As we speak. And the market is on fire! We are seeing sellers that are taking action and putting their house on the market having great success! Getting top dollar and a fast sale. And in some cases, getting multiple offers. And that’s pretty cool! But as I said we don’t know what the future offers but here are 3 factors sellers should consider in why putting your house on the market right now makes so much sense.   1. More Competition Look, there is simply going to be tons of house coming in the market in the spring. You don’t have to be in real estate to know that. But what most people don’t know is and most top agents do. It is supply and demand. So, it’s about 50/50 if there is going to be enough buyers to meet the demand. Fifty percent our going to have great success. But the fifty percent may not have the success they deserve. Their house may sit on the market a little longer or maybe much longer and that usually means price reductions and they don’t make the money they could have by taking action now.   2. The Economy Look, it doesn’t matter what side of the isle you’re on. Most people agree we are having a pretty good economy. But those things also change. Whether for the entire year or for years to come. But it also can change in months. And I have seen that being in the business as long as I have. And when that happens it causes problems for sellers. Buyer aren’t’ as motivated and often they want to wait for the economy to pick up before they buy. And that’s cost sellers money whether in time or the price they get for their house.   3. It’s an Election Year As in over the years I have seen time and time again it tends to bring uncertainty. Especially the closer we get to the election. Instead of looking to buy their dream home. There thinking on whose is going to get elected and what changes my occur. And uncertainty is a bad thing in the housing market. For these three factors. That is why sellers should consider putting their house on the market now!   So that’s what I have today. Hey, I want to be your answer guy. If you have questions about selling or buying or even investing in the Metro East. Please feel free to reach out to me!Until next week. Have a great day!

View the Video version of this Episode at: https://www.bryanvogt.com/is-february-a-good-month-to-put-your-house-on-the-market/. Should you put your house on the market in the month of February? Stay tuned and I will give you that answer. This is Ready, Set, SOLD. The show that helps Real Estate buyers, sellers and agents in the St. Louis Metro area be more successful. I'm your host Bryan Vogt, a local Realtor, Cardinals and Blues fan and author of two Amazon number one best-selling books on real estate. Hey everyone. Thanks for joining me today. So, should you put your house on the market in the Metro East in the month of February? Well I can tell you from past experience, those who do have had some fantastic success of not only that top dollar but a fast sale. Let me give you three reasons why I believe this to be true. Number 1: Low low inventory. Buyers love to buy the houses that are coming on to the market. And yes there are houses out there but unfortunately many of those have been on the market for five, six, seven, eight months and that's what buyers are looking for so by being on the market first gives you a fantastic opportunity to get your home sold fast and for top dollar. Number 2: Military buyers. I work with countless military buyers now and in the past and I can tell you right now they are looking to buy a home. They may not physically be here yet but they'll be here shortly and they're scoping out what's available, and you want those military eyeballs on your house. Number 3: The spring market, beating it. Now look there's nothing wrong if you want to put your house on the market in spring, most people do that's fine, but understand unless you have a specific reason that you need to be in the spring market you might want to consider the February market. Why? Because there are so many houses on the market in spring, but what sellers may not realize, is that there's not always as many buyers for the houses that are on the market. I would say over the years maybe 50/50. And those sellers that unfortunately that don't get their houses sold, oftentimes are on the market much longer than expected and usually not for the money they thought they could have gotten when they eventually sell. So those are my three reasons why I believe getting your house on the market can be a great opportunity for sellers. But just so you know I'm here to answer all your questions for the housing market in the Metro East wether that's buying or selling, how I could be of help, just shoot me a line wether a text, or an email I'd be glad to help out any way I can. Thanks again for joining me and make it a great day. Got a question about Real Estate around the St. Louis Metro East area? Call me Bryan Vogt at (618) 210-24-51. Or, for a free copy of my Amazon number one best-selling book: Ready, Set, SOLD, visit my website at BryanVogt.com. Thank you for tuning in. This is Bryan Vogt. Until next time on: Ready, Set, SOLD.

View this at: http://www.bryanvogt.com/ready-set-sold-bryan-vogt-01-01-jim-vernier-mayor-shiloh-il-put-house-market/. Welcome to "Ready, Set, Sold!" with your host, Bryan Vogt. Are you wanting, or even thinking, about selling your house but don't know where to start? Good thing you've found "Ready, Set, Sold!" And now, real estate broker Bryan Vogt. Bryan Vogt: Welcome everyone and thanks for joining us. I am Bryan Vogt. I'm a local realtor in the metro east market, and I am joined today by the mayor of Shiloh, Mayor Jim Vernier. Welcome, Mayor. Jim Vernier: Thank you, Bryan. Bryan Vogt: This is our debut show. This is the first time that we've aired. A little background to that that I'd like to tell you about. I wrote a book this year called "Ready, Set, Sold!" "Ready, Set, Sold!" became a number one Amazon best seller. I was very happy with that, and that launched me into the ability of radio. I was approached by 1260 The Answer to do a weekly radio program about how to get your home sold for top dollar and a quick sale. So that in a small nutshell is how I'm here is doing this show. So it's going to be a weekly situation of talking about real estate, what you need to get done, the information that you need to get your house sold for top dollar and to have a quick sale. So one of the things that came in a lot when I wrote the book, people asked me why I wrote the book. There was a lot of different reasons, but the three top reasons I would say, number one, there is so much confusion ... Jim, maybe you know this too, but when people are looking to sell their home, they get onto the TV programs. There's a zillion of them out there. But they're all based on the east coast and on the west coast. They just don't have anything really relevant to say about the St. Louis and metro east market. And many times after talking with sellers, they're just completely confused, and they've made decisions that maybe weren't the right decisions that cost them money. Sometimes they're just kind of lucky if they got it right. That was really concerning to me. The second reason is kind of a tie into that is, we've had people that literally spent 10s and even 20 and 30 thousand dollars with making updates, making changes to their house that not only didn't give them any value back, but they had to turn around and make the updates that would give them value so they could get their house sold for top dollar in the short sale. The third reason is, I've been doing this for a while. I've been doing this for really, actually over 16 years. One of the things that we've seen, this is your biggest asset that most people have. It just really is. It's the biggest asset they have, and we work with people that maybe life didn't go the way they planned. It just didn't work out the way they were hoping to. To sell this house is everything. It's literally how they're going to live. Maybe get some social security, but literally this is the money they have. So having that understanding, having this book available to people, that's really the goal of why I wrote the book. I've had some great success stories of people that have read it. It's an easy read. It's nice if you read the whole thing because it's not just theory, it's not just [congesture 00:03:39]. It's actually proven steps that people have used and had some great success. So that's the reason why I wrote the book. That's what led me to the radio station, and that's kind of where this program is gonna be going to. So on a weekly situation, step by step, we're gonna be going through what you can do. If you want to get the book now, go to readysetsold.org, and that's readysetsold.org, not .com. Get the book. It's free. Simply free. Go there, get the book. It's information. It's loaded with information that has helped many, many, many past [inaudible 00:04:21] have great success. And I tell people this, and I mean this sincerely, you don't even have to use me. That's not what it's for. Get the book, read the book, give it to [inaudible 00:04:31]. Doesn't really matter, it really doesn't. It's just getting this information because I've seen so much confusion, so much loss of money, so much heartbreak at times of not getting their house sold for top dollar, and it could be easily avoided. The information is in there. With that as I told you, we're gonna be talking about the steps in the book. We're gonna start with the first step. One of the first steps in the book is when to sell your home. Talking to you earlier Jim, basically you've been in your house now for what? 25 years or something like that? Jim Vernier: Yes. Bryan Vogt: So I don't know if you had any plans in your future of leaving. I doubt it. Jim Vernier: Sometimes I do. Bryan Vogt: Sometimes you do? Yeah. And again, I'm with Mayor Vernier. He is the mayor of Shiloh. Mayor, I know you've been mayor and been [inaudible 00:05:21] for a long time. Did you start back in the Eisenhower years?

03/31/2018: Kelly Etheridge: More and more sellers are getting their asking price; Have you ever thought of a real estate career?; Experience is great but make sure you are getting coaching and training; Discussing my best selling book,”Agent Advantage”; Taking a break. Recorded at: 1260 AM The Answer, Belleville, IL; For more information, visit http://www.BryanVogt.com or http://www.ReadySetSold.org

03/24/2018: Joe Harnist: Don’t under insure your home; Joe Harnist: Paying too much for insurance?; Don’t over improve; Joe Harnist: Experience matters when it comes to insurance; Tip of the week: The military is here. List your home now! Recorded at: 1260 AM The Answer, Belleville, IL; For more information, visit http://www.BryanVogt.com or http://www.ReadySetSold.org

03/17/2018: Renee Wittenauer: 3 factors to consider whether to lease or buy; Renee Wittenauer: Questions to ask a property manager; Staging tips; Mark Cowgill: Importance of how your home is titled; Tip of the week. Recorded at: 1260 AM The Answer, Belleville, IL; For more information, visit http://www.BryanVogt.com or http://www.ReadySetSold.org

03/10/2018: Deb Rust: Don’t rely on .com companies to get your credit score! Deb Rust: The power of getting a pre-approval Deb Rust: The myth of 20% down Authored a new book! Tip of the week: Talk to a lender before buying a home! Recorded at: 1260 AM The Answer, Belleville, IL; For more information, visit http://www.BryanVogt.com or http://www.ReadySetSold.org  

03/03/2018: When selling how to make sure you're not in a flood zone; Things you can do while selling to avoid possible insurance claims from the weather; The difference between market value and replacement value in ensuring your house; Why is your house not on the market?; Tip of the week: Why even a hot market updates count. Recorded at: 1260 AM The Answer, Belleville, IL; For more information, visit http://www.BryanVogt.com or http://www.ReadySetSold.org

02/24/2018: Renee Wittenauer: Importance of the property manager understanding military needs; Renee Wittenauer: Preparing your house to lease; Renee Wittenauer: Why NOT to go it alone when leasing your house; Renee Wittenauer: Realtors and leasing companies should work together; Tip of the Week: Now is the time to sell! Recorded at: 1260 AM The Answer, Belleville, IL; For more information, visit http://www.BryanVogt.com or http://www.ReadySetSold.org  

02/17/2018: Dave Hohe: Spring has sprung for sellers; Dave Hohe: Interest rates are increasing; Dave Hohe: Buyers need to be pre-approved; Success stories for sellers!; Tip of the Week: If your agent hasn’t told you the good news, find another agent! Recorded at: 1260 AM The Answer, Belleville, IL; For more information, visit http://www.BryanVogt.com or http://www.ReadySetSold.org

02/10/2018: What happens when seller chooses not to update; Why painting makes a huge difference; The flooring is huge to buyers; Having updated kitchen and bathrooms is a must; Tip of the week: How upgrading your updates can pay huge dividends. Recorded at: 1260 AM The Answer, Belleville, IL; For more information, visit http://www.BryanVogt.com or http://www.ReadySetSold.org  

02/03/2018: Advantages of pricing your home right the first time; Location, Location, Location; Importance of you and your agent agreeing on pricing; What factors square footage, bedrooms and bathrooms have; Tip of the week: Beware of the guaranteed sale. Recorded at: 1260 AM The Answer, Belleville, IL; For more information, visit http://www.BryanVogt.com or http://www.ReadySetSold.org

01/27/2018: Joe Harnist: Importance of having an insurance policy crafted for your needs; Joe Harnist: Importance of meeting with an insurance as soon as you have an accepted contract; Steven Sharp: Understanding the importance of have a financial planner when buying or selling a home; Dan Meyers: Be careful! Cheaper insurance payments may lead to huge deductibles; Tip of the week: Don’t let your agent hijack your negotiations. Recorded at: 1260 AM The Answer, Belleville, IL; For more information, visit http://www.BryanVogt.com or http://www.ReadySetSold.org

01/20/2018: Renee Wittenauer: What should a property owner expect from their property manager; Renee Wittenauer: How should a property management company market a rental; Brian Woodward: Good news in East St Louis; Brian Gater: Not all lenders are created equal; Tip of the week: How to avoid big surprises. Recorded at: 1260 AM The Answer, Belleville, IL; For more information, visit http://www.BryanVogt.com or http://www.ReadySetSold.org  

01/13/2018: Deb Rust: How to take advantage of a tax refund when buying a home; Deb Rust: 1% down payments are available; Lynn Collins: Importance of having quality flooring; Scott Dunn & Forrest Luhcs: Importance of hiring quality remodelers; Tip of the Week: Staging. Recorded at: 1260 AM The Answer, Belleville, IL; For more information, visit http://www.BryanVogt.com or http://www.ReadySetSold.org

01/06/2018: Importance of having an experienced agent if you are selling in the winter months; What to do when inclement weather comes; Advantages of selling in the winter; Even more advantages of selling in the winter months; When selling a vacant house be sure to check with your insurance agent. Recorded at: 1260 AM The Answer, Belleville, IL; For more information, visit http://www.BryanVogt.com or http://www.ReadySetSold.org