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Tuesday Updates | Isabel Affinito

Dear Clients,

What strange times we're living in. It feels like every day is a whole new reality. We expect you're probably being bombarded with information right now. This email is to offer some context on how COVID 19 is currently impacting Austin real estate, and some thoughts about what we expect to happen next.

So far, Austin real estate has still been moving and we have not yet seen any significant impacts on pricing or inventory. As of the weekend of March 14th and 15th, there were still multiple offer situations happening in Central Austin. We had clients making offers, so we were in direct conversation with several different agents that weekend who were negotiating multiple offers for their seller clients. Although we did not directly…

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The Impact of Coronavirus in Austin | Spyglass Realty

Posted: March 12, 2020 | Updated: March 17, 2020

In the recent events worldwide, a new strain of coronavirus has been detected which has caused a global health emergency, threats on recession and on the economy, cancellation of events, and the number of infected around the globe grow. Headlines and misinformation are causing panic to people that's why it's always best to get your information from trusted outlets such as the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, World Health Organization, the Texas Department of State Health Services, AustinTexas.gov website, and other reliable sources.

What is Coronavirus?

Coronavirus comes from a large family of viruses that causes illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as the…

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Dynamic Selling, Managing Stress and Why Growth Hurts | Isabel Affinito

February was a great month. We're really hitting our stride and Morgan is rocking her role as an agent on our team, which has freed me up to focus on sales training for Spyglass and speaking on my current passion project: helping small business owners take time for themselves. 

Dynamic Selling: A Six-Week Sales Training Experience

Dynamic Selling is a program that I designed, along with Spyglass management, for our agents. The goal is to help them close more business with happier clients. Specifically, the program is focused on client enrollment and client conversion. It's all about how to take someone from the very beginning when they are considering buying or selling real estate, all the way to the closing table. I've included the most…

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Generate More Leads with Open Houses | Spyglass Realty

John McCarthy: We’re going to talk a lot, you know, I gave you guys the handout, and there's going to be some things that you're probably going to want to write to add a couple notes because, you're not going to do everything on this process. But the goal is to give you the tools and you can you're going to end up essentially kind of customizing what you can do for open houses.

I want to talk about like with open houses, you want to have a purpose. What are you going to be doing? Why are you doing an open house? Are you farming a particular neighborhood that you're the local expert? Are you just doing open houses, you know, throwing it in the schedule on a Saturday and Sunday for a million dollar price point anywhere in the country, because…

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Defining Your Focus in 2020 | Spyglass Realty

Ryan: So, you know, as we've evolved as a brokerage, like what we've tried to do is put a focus on company and help you grow your business.

And in 2018, we really wanted to get into the actions of, the subject of goals, right? And, not just kind of put a goal out there, but also break that down into what it takes to achieve your goals.

If you guys have done professional development meetings with me, you know, that we don't just put your goal out there, we look at what you did in previous years. If your lead sources were company leads, if they were open houses, if it were spear, and then we really tried to break that down so that you know, what it's going to take, how many actions it's going to take, and then on a weekly basis, what it is what…

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Deck vs Patio: Which is Right for Your Home? | Spyglass Realty

A stunning outdoor space can completely redefine the way you enjoy your home. Imagine a cozy evening on a beautifully crafted deck or a lively summer cookout on a stylish patio. Whether you’re dreaming of a tranquil retreat or a lively entertaining area, choosing between a deck and a patio can be a game-changer for your home.

Understanding the unique benefits of each can help you create the perfect outdoor living space tailored to your needs and preferences. Let’s dive into what makes decks and patios distinct and explore which might be the best fit for your home.

Decks: Elevate Your Outdoor Experience

Decks are an excellent choice for homeowners looking to enhance their outdoor living experience. Traditionally constructed from wood,…

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Productivity and Growth to Kick off 2020 | Isabel Affinito

What Am I Doing? 

In January, I've struggled with defining my new roles. A year ago, it was easy. I was a real estate agent, selling real estate mostly in central Austin. But it's not quite that simple anymore, and I'm still trying to find out how to explain myself to people. 

These days, I'm managing a real estate team and working with clients. I'm designing and delivering sales training for Spyglass. I'm doing a small amount of one-on-one business coaching. And I'm doing public speaking around the country.

That's a mouthful when someone asks "What do you do?" The real answer is, I have three jobs. And I'm trying to find one title to capture them all. 

Managing a Team

Real estate sales is still my primary focus and primary income…

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14 Things To Do on Valentine's Day in Austin - 2020

Valentine's Day is one of the special days where you spend a memorable time with your significant other. Whether you are staying at home or looking into spending the day or night outdoors, there are plenty of things to do on Valentine's Day in Austin that will make you and your partner's day extra special! Feel the love with these activities in Austin with your special someone or if you're single, bring along your best friend! Here are some ideas on how you can make this year's Valentine's Day a memorable one!

1. Board Game Night

This is one of the activities that you can do at home. In today's time where everything can be done online, it's can be a good idea to take out your board games and playing cards. Enjoy a night filled with laughter and…

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Preparing Your Austin Home for Spring | Spyglass Realty

As the weather starts to get a warmer, sun's out, flowers start to bloom, and exciting festivals are just weeks away, spring cleaning or preparing your home for spring is an ideal thing to do. Maintaining your home throughout each season will benefit not just you, your family, but even the house itself. If you are one of the people that is looking into selling your home in Austin this spring, you have to check out our blog on when is the best time to buy or sell a home in Austin if you haven't read it yet, this blog will guide you on what to do to prepare your home for spring.

1. Clean Gutters

Carefully climb up a latter and remove as much debris as you can with your hands. Don't forget to wear protective clothing such as gloves and protective…

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Rambler Sparkling Water | Spyglass Realty

Where can you find a sparkling water product that is committed to utilizing sustainable sources and gives back to the Texas Park and Wildlife Foundation? Aside from that, where can you find one that purely tastes like Texas? But literally, the water...is Texas water. Rambler Sparkling Water is a Texas limestone-filtered sparkling water founded by James Moody, David Mead, Leo Kiely, Bill Kiely, and Jeff Trucksess in Austin, Texas.

With plenty of sparkling waters available in the market, Rambler is made and inspired by the clear Texas water. Rambler only chooses sustainable water resources since water is known to be a scare resource. They are also in partnership with Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation where a portion of their sales go towards the said…

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