Take your time...I'm sure you'll get acclimated soon...I'll see you at NAR for a short visit.

Hi Missy - Sounds like the house will be in order soon. I have been thinking about going after expireds as well. There are so many of them in my area it just makes sense.

I was told Michigan had 2 seasons: Winter and construction! Good luck with your new systems.

Nothing wrong with PPC.  I did it for about 5 years when agents were in my company and I had more control.  As it is now, referring everything out, PPC leads MUST be serviced and quickly. 

I work hard on SEO today to bring in Google leads without PPC so if I have to let a buyer go because I don't have a referral agent available, I just let it happen. 

With PPC, you have to have good control.

You've got a good system going.  Good luck with the Expireds.  That's good business.  You know from the outset that you're working with a targeted market. 

Missy - it can be overwhelming with new things comming up all at once and I'm sure you will master this task as well as your Makeover competition. Good luck in your new nice market.

Missy, I'm still amazed that this is only the first time in close to two years that you've gone "a whole 5 days" without a blog post.  Congratulations on your continued success and your willingness to try new things for your business.

Hello Missy, I've felt a bit burned out as well. Being a roving reporter and trying to boost the business, plus getting systems going (must be in the air). There just are not enough hours in the day. I am determined to go digital and quit carrying all this junk around....only my cameras! LOL!

Hi Missy,

  Sounds like you are chipping away at new projects every day... you have a plan and it sounds like in the long run you will save time... I  would love to hear how the expired listing niche goes.... keep us posted

Missy, I am glad to hear you are excited about your new assistant, they can be worth their weight in gold!I usually refer to Michelle as my "right arm" instead of an assistant. :-)

Congrats on always staying "ahead of the curve" with your business, you really are one of the true professionals in the industry.

Now, quit slackin' and get back to writing!

Good luck with your new endeavors. Fall is a great time to start something new.

WOW Missy:  This was helpful on a couple of points.  First - it would be amazing (and probably overwhelming) to follow you around for a day :-)!

You have so much going on - I have a lot of ideas and know an assistant would definitely take me to the next level but $ is a concern.  I now you have to spend $ to make it and the old addage "which comes first--the chicken or the egg".  RE/MAX has further improved their "Leadstreet" and I often get phone #s and relunctant to call (I do great follow-up email).  So, your comment forces (LOL) to get in action.

Also, I want to start expireds - so thanks for the links to read.

Missy - change is good, and it sounds like there has been alot. But if it's good for growing your business then the time and dedication are worth it. Best of luck with the Expireds. I am starting to focus more on them as well.

Jeff

You are soooooooooo right about system. A good system will cover a multitude of sins. I'd be lost without them. Recently, I have also decided to go after the expired market. In our area, that is probably the fastest growing pond. It's time to go fishin'!! GBU!

Missy, I haven't pursued expireds either (imagine!) I agree with you on the importance of responding to leads in a timely manner. I need more systems, too! I am currently in the process of rehauling my business, so I'm excited about the future...

Wow Missy - Kudos to you on all these additions to your business - I got tired just reading it - lol You are an inspiration like so many others said - wishing you nothing but success and always love learning from you - thanks for sharing!   

Hi Missy, I thought maybe you had gone on vacation or that the last football game had been too much for you (I was bleeding blue myself).

I love systems, they are what make solid business growth possible.  I often teach classes based on the eMyth, all about how systems help you grow, to new business owners. 

Missy, after hearing you explain your systems to Desiree during our visit I realized you truly have it down to a science.  You work extremely hard but clearly you are reaping the rewards.  Congratulations for being such a great role model for all of us!

Missy, at the risk of just sending more business Denise's way ;.) I have found that staging is a great way to show how you are different from the former agent when you go after expired listings. Of course, you've probably already thought of that..see you September 11th?

Missy,

Good luck on the expireds- I'm sure you have the right coach for the job there in Katerina. Completely agree with you on the PPC.  My current company has been doing that for 7 years and about 4 years ago realized the increasing sense of urgency and invested in a VOIP system with a designated 800 line for each of the agents so they could also track the leads better from their advertising and attend to them right away.

Sounds like you have everything under control and are doing well.  Sept. is my birthday and I figure I will be doing a bunch of changes on my fresh start.  This will be my best year ever!

It's good to see you Missy. It sounds like you have been very busy with business and changes. Good for you. TLW and I will be at NAR so looking forward to seeing you!!!

Missy - congratulations on hiring Colleen and Katarina. No matter what the market, getting better and getting help are important, and systems are critical.  Best of luck going forward!

Hi Missy!  Love your new photo here. Should I grab it and replace it on your N1E site? For how busy you've been, you look rested and tan and really happy. I saw your tweet and came to read your post here and also want to connect with you next week and talk about doing a webinar with us.... Deb Helleren heads up the Webinar division and she's excited about the possibility. I'll call you next week.

Have a great weekend!

Missy, Your new assistant sounds wonderful and I have no doubt Katerina will be worth her weight in gold for going after those old listings.  She's given ME ideas for MY clients--and it works!  Best of luck to you!

Missy- Sounds like Fall has really brought you a lot of "new"....I think you will do well with the expired's.....with everything you have to offer.  I'm just surprised that you hired a Coach as this is really one area that I believe you would intuitively do well in. With all your skills I think you'll overwhelm them with what you bring to the table. 

anyway glad you got all the new stuff figure out...what a lot of work :)

Yes it is and we missed you! We are so glad you're back! You're featured. Now, get to work...whattaya think? You're on vacation?

Later in the rain~Deb

The chill is in the air and Football season is here. Good luck with all the changes.

Missy - What a lot of innovations but I would expect no less.  It sounds like you have it all under control.  I'm sure that you will do well with the expireds.  It is probably a part of the market that I should go after as well. 

Hey Missy WB, So how you holding up with Vista?  You know besides the flack Vista can be a great product hope your not getting too frustrated, Glad your back!

Cathy, don't be reluctant to call ! We rarely get rude folks, most are very willing to talk.

Rebecca and Lenn, thanks for the PPC comments, I know we are in a minority here, but that's OK, I learn a lot here but the proof is in the pudding.

Justin, I'm learning something new EVERY day, and I like it. all but the categories. In the past I categorized everyone but titles, now it is in colors and it didn't import all 3500 contacts in with any of their categories. Any suggestions on that one?

Kathy, I could have written one, but why re-invent the wheel? In reading Katerina's success I'd rather hire her. Just like eventually I could have learn to set up WP.org, but I hired Brad Carroll.

Stacey, be glad to do a webinar. Just let me know on what. Yea, go ahead and change my photo, but his is from a snap shot when I spoke to a Keller Williams office in Shelby Township, MI.

Bryant, you and TLW are one reason I'm coming so can't wait.

Missy- Thanks for the link love, with all eyes watching now, I can not fail:) just kidding! Expireds are a great niche and when you set it up right, it only needs to be tweaked from time to time. We just listed a 1.7 million dollar listing from our expired letter.