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Navigating Today’s Real Estate Challenges: The Value of Virtual Assistance

 

The U.S. real estate landscape is currently navigating some choppy waters. Factors like rising interest rates, inflation, and a limited supply of homes for sale are reshaping the terrain for real estate agents nationwide. If you’re an agent, these challenges might feel all too familiar:

Amplified Competition: With limited homes and a surge of buyers, standing out as a real estate agent is more crucial than ever.

Dwindling Commissions: When the market’s competitive, sellers sometimes tighten the purse strings on commissions, meaning agents might earn less per transaction.

Extended Closing Durations: Increased loan approval times due to external financial factors can delay the final handshake between buyer and seller.

More Uncertain Deals: A hot market can be unpredictable. Buyers might retract offers, hunting for better deals or facing financing issues, leaving agents back at square one.

This landscape can be daunting, particularly for newcomers to the industry. But seasoned agents, too, are finding the terrain tough to navigate.

Why Today’s Market is Unique

Several elements are at play in shaping today’s real estate market:

Interest Rate Hikes: To tackle inflation, the Federal Reserve has increased interest rates. This action has a ripple effect, making borrowing more costly and potentially dampening home demand.

Inflation’s Grip: The rising cost of living has potential homeowners clutching their wallets a bit tighter.

Housing Supply Crunch: Factors like escalating construction costs and limited land availability have contributed to fewer homes being up for grabs.

Enter the Real Estate Virtual Assistant

In these times, a real estate virtual assistant can be a beacon for agents:

Lead Creation and Assessment: These assistants can spearhead lead generation through diverse channels. They’re also pros at evaluating leads based on criteria like budget and requirements.

Efficient CRM Handling: Let a virtual assistant keep a keen eye on your CRM, tracking leads, managing contacts, and automating tasks like reminders and meeting setups.

Marketing Mastery: Need a boost in your marketing efforts? Virtual assistants can design, oversee, and even distribute promotional materials both digitally and in print.

Admin Aid: From setting meetings to drafting contracts and staying in touch with clients, a virtual assistant can streamline these operations for you.

Final Thoughts

If the current real estate climate has you feeling a tad overwhelmed, ponder the prospect of a real estate virtual assistant. AllCloud VA stands ready to assist, offering an array of services from lead generation to marketing. Ready to chat? Reach out to AllCloud VA today.

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Wena Satterthwaite

Wena was a licensed real estate broker and very successful in managing agents for real estate developers in the Philippines before she moved to the US almost a decade ago. She expanded her experience when she joined her husband, Jon, in managing their rental properties and marketing their locally-based home inspection company. 

She likes helping people achieve both their business pursuits and personal dreams. It gives her a sense of fulfillment and contentment knowing that she has helped change a chapter in their lives.

A grandma who spoils her growing number of grandkids, she is also a doting dog-mama to Batman. Her husband and family love her Filipino food while learning about her home country’s culture. Mano po!

Crystal Satterthwaite

Crystal started her career in accounting as the Accounts Receivables/Payables in-charge with a telecommunications company over a decade ago. Right after she married her husband, Jason, she became the financial controller of their family-owned home inspection company in Indianapolis. 

A mom of 2 beautiful girls, Crystal loves the outdoors and going on camping trips with the family is always a must during summer time. She is also known to volunteer every time her children participate in their school plays and field trips. 

Apart from enjoying her family time, she has been actively helping her older sisters in their home improvement projects since she was 15 years old.


Jack Huerta

In 2014, Jack commenced his career as a remote worker and has since excelled as a virtual assistant in real estate, as well as an agent recruiter, trainer, and manager.

With nearly a decade of experience in the field, he has consistently demonstrated his prowess and dedication. Jack’s journey has been marked by successful ventures across various sectors, notably in real estate, recruitment, sales, and investments. 

His dynamic professional demeanor, complemented by a diverse skill set, underscores his unwavering commitment to achieving excellence in every endeavor.

Outside of his professional pursuits, Jack derives satisfaction from simple pleasures such as reading, meditation, and maintaining an active lifestyle at the gym.

Jai Tadeo

Jai’s 13-year expertise spans project management and marketing. Her LEAN Six Sigma Certification underscores her commitment to operational excellence. Over the years, Jai has been instrumental in building and nurturing teams across diverse industries including digital marketing, travel, e-commerce, and IT. Outside work, Jai is a passionate animal lover, sharing her home with six cats and two dogs. Road trips with her husband are her favorite getaways, and she has a soft spot for buffet breakfasts. Jai seamlessly integrates her passion and professionalism, making her an invaluable asset to the AllCloud VA team.

Mike Vallar

Mike fell in love with computers at an early age. Using the iconic Apple II, he developed his first game using the Basic Language.

His passion for computers was further piqued when the Internet arrived at the scene. He was one of the first proponents of LAN-based Internet for offices, using just a dial-up modem.

Today, Mike enjoys his work as a Full Stack Developer, specializing in Wordpress.

He is also an avid chess player, competing in tournaments and playing games daily with his international friends.

In his spare time, Mike likes to sing Don Moen songs while accompanying himself on the piano 

Diana Rose Cabillo

In 2014, Diana embarked on her sales and marketing journey, thriving in
the field for over a decade. 

Venturing into freelancing in 2018, she successfully navigated through diverse industries, excelling in real estate, digital marketing, and dental healthcare.  

Diana’s dynamic professional approach, coupled with a versatile skill set, reflects her commitment to driving success in every project.

Beyond work, she finds joy in simple pleasures like reading, Freediving,
and staying active in the gym. As a proud Furmom, she expanded her skill
set in 2021 by diving into crafting and sewing, transforming it into a
meaningful and enjoyable hobby.

Jon Satterthwaite

Jon became a REALTOR in 1979 and purchased his first rental property in 1980 and has become a real estate investor ever since. In the 80s, The rent to own term was used solely for furniture rental business. Before 2000, flips were only something you do with pancakes. Jon navigated the real estate investment world using these techniques before these phrases were coined. In 2006 he started AllCheck Inspections with his son, Jason and opened a school for would-be licensed home inspectors a year after. 

Finally, Jon’s real estate experience and his relationship with realtors over the years inspired him to think of ways to help them increase their business. Time seems to be their most depleted source in building up a solid foundation  in their professional practice and growing their network of clients and adding members of their teams. Hence, Jon’s main goal is GIVE THEIR TIME BACK.

Married to a Filipina himself, he is a proud “Grammpa” to his 4 grandkids who still don’t mind hanging out with him as they are growing so fast!