LUXE Magazine to hit mailboxes this week!

We are pleased to announce that our new publication, LUXE Magazine, will hit mailboxes and shelves in the coming days. LUXE is the beginning of a series of methods the Black Rock Properties Group and agents of the new Tomlinson Sotheby’s International Realty will use to provide the highest level of service to buyers and sellers of homes in North Idaho. The first publication of its kind in the area, LUXE will showcase the region’s finest real estate currently for sale - not necessarily the most expensive - while offering new products and services designed to enhance the Northwest lifestyle. We will do this by using a targeted distribution to tens of thousands of qualified buyers over the global network of Sotheby’s International Realty and the Black Rock Properties Group.

LUXE will be produced quarterly and will continue growing with each edition. Issue 2, slated for release on April 1, 2011, will include many more in-depth articles on our area lifestyle.

CLICK HERE to read the current issue or to be included in our FREE mailing, simply send an email to Scott Chesrown with your name and address.

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Strong sales on Coeur d'Alene waterfront condos in Riverstone and Bellerive.

It was nearly two months ago when the Black Rock Properties Group began the marketing for the Riverfront House Condos in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Situated on the shores of the Spokane River, about one mile in from Lake Coeur d'Alene, the Riverfront House Condos have proven to be Coeur d'Alene's best condo buy.

Since our marketing efforts began, Black Rock Properties Group has sold nearly 10 of the 44 units taking the building to being over 80% sold out. With the slow start to the year, we are incredibly proud of the latest accomplishments considering the difficult selling environment.

The average sales price for a condo in Coeur d'Alene in 2010 is just over $161/foot. Bellerive on the other hand, has maintained an average sales price of over $185/foot. The close proximity to the water and being a part of the Riverstone Community has brought added value to the properties.

There are only a few two bedroom units remaining in the Riverfront House Condos. To search for these luxury waterfront condos, click here or contact a member of our team today!

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Evidence that we have reached the bottom in the housing market

I had the privilege of watching Richard Smith, President and CEO of Realogy Corporation, speak about the status of the national real estate market while attending the Sotheby’s Leadership Conference this past week.

Realogy Corporation is a global provider of real estate and relocation services and has a diversified business model that includes real estate franchising, brokerage, relocation and title services. Realogy’s world-renowned brands and business units include Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate, CENTURY 21®, Coldwell Banker®, Coldwell Banker Commercial®, The Corcoran Group®, ERA®, Sotheby’s International Realty®, NRT LLC, Cartus and Title Resource Group. Collectively, Realogy’s franchise systems have approximately 14,400 offices and 264,000 sales associates doing business in 99 countries around the world.

Over the last several years, we have all seen the massive amounts of data that has been discussed in the media regarding the health of the real estate market. Prices have been up, down and supply has shown months of improvement only to retreat several months later. Mr. Smith explained that some of the most compelling research came when his organization began analyzing normal turnover in the housing market before the bubble that occurred in 2005.

The research found that turnover in the housing market during a normal year is about 4-5%. Turnover happens in many instances such as change in employment, death or divorce, along with a many number of factors that causes someone to need to purchase a house.

In August, total existing homes sales revived by 7.6 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.13 million units, up from an upwardly revised 3.84 million in July, but the new pace was down 19.0 percent compared with August 2009 sales.

So what does all this data mean? According to the US Census Bureau, there are approximately 78 million homes in the United States. At the current sales pace of 4.13 million units, we are at approximately 5 percent turnover and have remained around this number for several months.

We will need to see several months of improvement before we know if the bottom is solid, but this is good evidence that we are on the path to recovery.

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Housing supply likely to fall as strong sales continue

COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho — Condominium projects across the greater Coeur d’Alene area are reporting strong sales as the end of 2010 nears. With projects such as Black Rock’s Riverfront House Condos being over 70% sold out, the Village at Riverstone condos nearing 75% sold out and strong sales at both Parkside and Ridgepointe, the supply of condos for sale in Coeur d’Alene will likely fall as 2011 approaches.

The real estate decline in 2008 hit developers of condominiums extremely hard throughout the world. In Coeur d’Alene, projects such as Ridgepointe Towers went back to the bank while others such as the Village at Riverstone held public auctions to clear out remaining inventory. Other projects in the area were forced to slash prices in order to compete with auction and bank-owned prices. This was good news for buyers.

Very few developers, if any, have plans to develop more condominiums in the near future. With strong sales in the condo market, and few projects on the horizon, supply will decline in the coming years. And while this is a good sign for the market, eventually prices will climb due to the lack of inventory and an artificial bubble could possibly form until more inventory can be produced to help meet demand.

Only time will tell how the market will react to a declining supply in housing. Buyers and sellers alike are still fearful to make an investment in real estate even as a bottom nears.

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Encouraging signs in the Coeur d'Alene real estate market

Nearly every market throughout the country experienced an unusually slow summer for real estate sales when all expectations pointed towards a recovery. The Coeur d'Alene, Idaho real estate market wasn't any different.

The real estate market continued a decline throughout the past several months and this has been marked by the the overwhelming amount of media attention drawn to continued poor numbers. And while these statistics are far from encouraging, it seems as though in the past several weeks, buyers have begun to enter the market as an apparent bottom nears.

Markets have begun to stabilize throughout the world and the housing marketing in the US is starting to show obvious signs of recovery. In Coeur d'Alene, Black Rock Properties Group and Tomlinson Sotheby's International Realty have seen an increase in traffic, offers submitted as well as offers pending of real estate throughout the Coeur d'Alene area.

We will continue to monitor activity in the Coeur d'Alene and Sandpoint Multiple Listing Services (MLS) in the coming weeks. It is our prediction, however, that we will see some encouraging statistics for September and into October as a bottom is felt in the market. Visit Blackrockfinehomes.com.

New prices at The Ridge at Sunup Bay. Lake Coeur d'Alene's best waterfront buy!

The developers of The Ridge at Sunup Bay, the last and only gated luxury waterfront community on Lake Coeur d'Alene, announced today new pricing for the remaining lots in the development.

The Ridge at Sunup Bay features waterfront and secondary waterfront lots from 3-20 acres, each within a private, gated setting overlooking Lake Coeur d'Alene. The views from these homesites are unrivaled in the area with most lots capturing nearly 270 degree views from the building site. Large pines line the property and to make it even more special, each waterfront lot averages over 300 feet of frontage on the lake and includes a private boat dock. The secondary waterfront lots at Sunup Bay also include water access with a community dock and a private boat slip.

There is no place like The Ridge at Sunup Bay on Lake Coeur d'Alene and never will be again. Prices on each lot are discounted over 80% from all-time highs with some lots discounted nearly $2,000,000!

For more information, visit www.SunupBay.com to see the properties and views or contact Scott Chesrown at 208-699-7249.

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Coeur d'Alene, Idaho waterfront condo for under $200,000!

Don't miss this incredible opportunity! Only one unit remains at the Riverfront House Condos in Bellerive. The Riverfront House Condos & Lofts are Coeur d'Alene's only urban condominium project with units located adjacent to the Spokane River in the heart of Coeur d'Alene. Enjoy a high level of security throughout this waterfront pavilion while being steps from shops, restaurants and movie theaters. Three day-use docks provide easy waterfront access for all residents and guests of the building.

The remaining unit was discounted nearly $100,000 in recent days to stimulate interest in the few remaining units before the end of season. Priced at $198,996, this unit is situated on the third floor and overlooks Riverstone Park.

With the recent sale of the other sub-$200,000 unit, this brings the total number of pending sales to 4 in recent weeks. Only 13 condominiums remain at the Riverfront House. 2 bedroom 2 bathroom units range in size from 1,326 square feet to 1,600 square feet. All remaining units have an open deck to enjoy the waterfront and park setting with some units enjoying the benefit of a second deck that overlooks the water.

For more information, please contact Scott Chesrown at scott.chesrown@sothebysrealty.com or 208-699-7249.

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The Club at Black Rock featured in STRATOS magazine

Through our extensive PR outreach, The Club at Black Rock, along with Circling Raven and The Resort Golf Course, was recently featured in this month's STRATOS magazine. An excerpt from the article is below but please take the time to download the article.

"The Club at Black Rock opened in 2003 to rave reviews on the shores of Lake Coeur d’Alene, featuring a distinctive golf course crafted by the noted and innovative golf architect Jim Engh. The holes are crafted with a signature style specific to Engh, which provides an atypical look to the golf. The shapes and contours of the fairways, bunkers and greens are at times whimsical, and the design of the holes from the tee alone can overwhelm your senses and you may find yourself in awe of the landscape they created. Individually, the golf holes are nothing short of spectacular, a bit peculiar, provocative and very inviting to test your skills. It’s downright enjoyable to see a new golf course which pushes the envelope of traditional golf design. At

August/September 2010 • = • 25Coeur d’Alene Resort Golf Course is known for its immaculate course conditions, superlative caddie service and overall 5-star ambiance.

Black Rock they suc- ceeded in creating some- thing a little different, fun and memorable to play over and over again.

The awards and accolades for this club are among the top honors in golf, as Golf Digest awarded the Best New Private course of 2003 title after its debut.

The community and golf course comfortably rest on 1,800 pristine acres overlooking Lake Coeur d’Alene, and are seamlessly integrated into the rustic natural environ- ment among gently rolling hills, wispy grassy meadows and the black basalt rock cliffs for which the course is aptly named and pepper the property."

For more information on The Club at Black Rock or to arrange a showing, contact Scott Chesrown.

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The business of extraordinary living and the power of an extraordinary brand

Under the Black Rock Properties Group's new affiliation with Tomlinson Sotheby's International Realty, we are proud to say we have joined forces with the leader in the luxury market. From unique marketing materials to innovative online campaigns, the Sotheby's International Realty brand continues to lead the way in uniting extraordinary homes with extraordinary lives.

While many of the benefits associated with such a powerful brand will be revealed in the coming months, one new advantage the Sotheby's brand has for our clients involves an innovative microsite hosted in partnership with the Wall Street Journal: The Business of Extraordinary Living.

This truly unique partnership between Sotheby's International Realty and the Wall Street Journal was built to provide clients with key insights into how they can position real estate in their investment strategy and provide them with a unique and targeted approach to differentiate the marketing of their home.

Now that the Black Rock Properties Group is affiliated with Tomlinson Sotheby's International Realty, all of our extraordinary listings will be featured on sites such as The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times. Not to mention drastically increasing the number of smaller sites where our listings will be featured. All of this will result in increased traffic to our already popular site for Coeur d'Alene area real estate.

While we begin the transition process of moving our listings over to the Sotheby's brand, please be patient as this can take some time before our listings are accurately syncing back to the BlackRockFineHomes.com site.

For more information on the Tomlinson Sotheby's brand or to see how we can market your property, contact Scott Chesrown today at scott.chesrown@sothebysrealty.com or 208-699-7249.

6 months from bottom to top: BlackRockFineHomes.com proves to be the source for Coeur d'Alene luxury real estate

Six months ago, Black Rock Properties, LLC showcased a new website geared around luxury real estate in the greater Coeur d'Alene, Idaho area. Since that time, the website has grown to become one of the highest ranked Coeur d'Alene real estate websites by Alexa.com. In fact, the only site we can find that even comes close is from our affiliate, Tb.com.

According to Alexa.com, Blackrockfinehomes.com has a three-month global traffic rank of 601,512 and a US traffic rank of 94,558 among all the websites in the world. Users spend approximately 23 minutes on the Black Rock Properties website and view an average of 15 unique pages a day.

Since the launch on March 15, 2010, we have seen the unique visitors of our site total nearly 10,000 with over 63,000 unique page views. The result have been astonishing for the Black Rock Properties Group, now affiliated with Tomlinson Sotheby's Realty, with several qualified leads coming in on a daily basis.

What is our secret? With nearly 90% of all home buyers starting their home search on the Internet, we make our website a priority. We don't update monthly or weekly, but are constantly changing our site daily and even on an hourly basis. Social media integration, custom features unique to our website and ease of use are all factors contributing to our growth.

Stay tuned for more exciting features coming soon to BlackRockFineHomes.com.

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Three Coeur d'Alene area waterfront homes for under $1 million

Coeur d'Alene, ID - Spokane River - $995,000

DETAILS: New construction right on the water in Coeur d'Alene. Incredible price for the area. Enjoy expansive river views and direct access to your own boat slip, private decks, 3 beds/3.5 ba, 2400+ sq. ft. All within close vicinity of local restaurants, theaters, Starbucks and downtown Coeur d'Alene.

THE WATER: Mouth of the Spokane River at Lake Coeur d'Alene. Enjoy easy access to beaches, fishing and boating or journey down Lake Coeur d'Alene to one of the many lakeside eateries.

CAFFEINE AND MORE: Rep Café, about about 1 mile away, smoothies, fresh pulled espresso and a variety of homemade baked goods. A favorite: the homemade oatmeal for $1.00 a bowl.

FRIDAY'S FORECAST: Partly cloudy, highs in the low 70's.

SOURCE: Scott Chesrown, Tomlinson Sotheby's International Realty, 208-699-7249,schesrown@gmail.com.

Sandpoint, ID - $995,000

DETAILS: Enjoy the best of both waterfront and country living on Lake Pend Oreille at Bottle Bay. Well-maintained home on 23+ acres enjoys western exposure with water and mountain views, year-round creek, barn, shops and large landscaped yard with fruit trees and garden space. Level, grassy waterfront has the benefit of a boat house and boat launch. Easy Access!

THE WATER: TA spectacular, glaciated body of water 43 miles long, Pend Oreille is the fifth deepest lake (1,158 feet at its greatest depth) in the United States with 111 miles of shoreline.

CAFFEINE AND MORE: Eichardt's is the de facto Place to Go in Sandpoint, and deservedly so. Like most Sandpoint businesses it ebbs and flows with the tourist seasons, but it manages to pull off being a coffee shop, restaurant, and bar equally well, so it maintains a steady regular patronage year round.

FRIDAY'S FORECAST: Partly cloudy, highs in the mid 60's.

SOURCE: Cindy Bond, Tomlinson Sandpoint Sotheby's International Realty, 208-255-7561,cindy.bond@sothebysrealty.com.

Hayden Lake, ID - $895,000

DETAILS: The perfect Hayden Lake year round location on a half acre lot that gently slopes to the water. Large 4BR/3BA home with a main floor master, vaulted living area, lower level Rec. Room. Wonderful deep waterfront your own private dock.

CAFFEINE AND MORE: Nice location off the beaten path, but not too far out, Dining area is comfortable and decorated in a bit of log cabin theme, without being too woodsy. Try the pork tacos.

FRIDAY'S FORECAST: Partly cloudy, highs in the low 70's.

SOURCE: http://www.blackrockfinehomes.com/listings/10-4752/Black Rock Fine Homes

4 tips to buying real estate in Coeur d'Alene

As prices become more attainable in the Coeur d'Alene real estate market, there are a few things buyers should do in order to be more prepared when the time comes to make an offer on your dream home:

1. Check your credit - www.annualcreditreport.com - It's free, and will help you avoid discovering an error when you are ready to purchase a home.
2. Get pre-qualified now by meeting with a local mortgage professional. Plan several months ahead so you are able to address any issues that need to be taken care of prior to arranging financing. This will help you understand what you are able to afford.
3. Save paperwork (tax returns, W-2 forms, bank statements, paycheck stubs, etc.) The more organized you are, the easier it will be come time to make an offer.
4. Get educated. Research area schools, healthcare, taxes and utilities so you know where all your money will be going.

It is a great time to search for homes for sale in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. The sun is out, the water is beginning to warm up and the fairways are cut at some of the area's top golf courses. There are a plethora of great neighborhoods and communities to see before selecting your place in Kootenai County. Start your real estate search today!

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Advice for foreign home buyers

House of Representatives bill H.R. 5072, known as the FHA Reform Act of 2010, has passed the House and been referred to the Senate. As now written, it will require that non-permanent resident aliens have both a Social Security number and be authorized to work in the U.S. to qualify for an FHA loan. It is expected to pass later this year.

What does this mean if you are a foreign home buyer? It means the time is now to take advantage of low rates and great buys before it becomes more difficult for you to buy real estate in the United States.

For every foreigner looking to buy a home, the home-buying process is essentially the same as it is for American citizens: You find a home, make an offer accompanied by a deposit, obtain a mortgage, pay for inspections and appraisals, and—when all contingencies have been removed and the financing is in place—close on the property. There are just a few odds and ends that you need to have lined up if you are a foreign buyer compared to a US citizen.

It's a very straightforward process if you pay all-cash. If you need a mortgage, the process will be a bit more challenging depending on what country you are coming from. If you have diplomatic immunity, forget about the buying process and look for something to rent. Immunity from US laws would prevent lenders from seeking redress should you default on your loan.

Assuming you don't have diplomatic immunity, get your paperwork in order. Expect lenders to ask you to show at least a two-year history of employment and credit history in the U.S. or another country. You'll also have to prove legal residency in the U.S. for at least two years; if you haven't lived here that long, some lenders will accept two bank references instead. While no specific documents are required to prove these things, each lender you talk to will have varying degrees of required paperwork needed to obtain the loan. You also should be prepared to show your passport, a valid visa, and, if you have it, work authorization. As with any loan in today's market, it is best to be 100% prepared prior to beginning the application process.

If you need a jumbo loan to buy a high-end property, lenders are likely to demand at least a 25% down payment and may charge you a higher interest rate than they would an American citizen. But if you're applying for a conforming loan guaranteed by the government-sponsored entities such as Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac, you will have the same access as an American citizen to all of their programs, at the same interest rates, and with the same terms and fees.

You also should investigate Federal Housing Administration loans. Loan limits differ throughout the country, and are lower in less expensive places such as Idaho. Moreover, down payments for borrowers with excellent credit can be as low as 3.5%. But as stated above, act quickly. At this time, you do not have to provide a Social Security number to borrow funds under the FHA program. More information at Black Rock Fine Homes

Planning on building? Here is a list of the features you need.

As the grass begins to turn green and the flowers begin to bloom in Coeur d'Alene, it is easy to create a long list of "future" remodel projects for the home. As the economy has evolved, so have our lifestyle needs. So, here is the list of 10 features you must have in a new home project or renovation from Paul Cardis, CEO of AVID Ratings Co., which conducts an annual survey of home buyer preferences:

1. Large kitchens, with an island. If you're going to spend design dollars, spend them where people want them-spend them in the kitchen.

2. Granite countertops are a must for move-up buyers and buyers of custom homes.

3. Energy-efficient appliances, high-efficiency insulation and high window efficiency. Among the "green" features touted in homes, these are the ones buyers value most," said Cardis. While large windows had been a major draw, energy concerns are giving customers pause on those. The use of recycled or synthetic materials is only borderline desirable.

4. Home office/study. People would much rather have this space rather than, say, a formal dining room. "People are feeling like they can dine out again and so the dining room has become tradable," Cardis said. And the home theater may also be headed for the scrap heap, a casualty of the "shift from boom to correction."

5. Main-floor master suite. This is a must feature for empty-nesters and certain other buyers, and appears to be getting more popular in general. That could help explain why demand for upstairs laundries is declining after several years of popularity gains.

6. Outdoor living room. The popularity of outdoor spaces continues to grow, even in Canada. The idea of an outdoor room is even more popular than an outdoor cooking area, meaning people are willing to spend more time outside.

7. Master suite soaker tubs. Whirlpools are still desirable for many home buyers, but they clearly went down a notch in the latest survey. Oversize showers with seating areas are also moving up in popularity.

8. Stone and brick exteriors. Stucco and vinyl don't make the cut.

9. Community landscaping, with walking paths and playgrounds. Forget about golf courses, swimming pools and clubhouses. Buyers in large planned developments prefer hiking among lush greenery.

10. Two-car garages. A given at all levels; three-car garages, in which the third bay is more often than not used for additional storage and not automobiles, is desirable in the move-up and custom categories.

If you are interested in great deals on vacant land to create your masterpiece (with all the features) call your Black Rock Properties Sales Professional today at 208-665-2024.For more tips, visit Black Rock Fine Homes

5 easy tips that may help sell your Coeur d'Alene home

A staggering percentage of home buyers in Coeur d'Alene decide whether or not to look inside a house based on its curb appeal-the view they see when they drive by or arrive for a showing. Make sure buyers want to come inside your home by spending some time working on the exterior appearance.

It's difficult to look at our own house in the same way that potential home buyers might. When we have become accustomed to the way something looks and functions, we can't see its potential issues. Decide right now to stop thinking of the property as a home. It's a house-a commodity you want to sell for the highest dollar possible. Now, grab a shovel and take it to the yard! If landscaping is an overwhelming time commitment for you (or you are simply lacking a green thumb), consider xeriscaping. This eco-friendly alternative will create a unique design, and is a very low-maintenance alternative.

For more information on all your "curb appeal" needs talk to the professionals at Black Rock Landscape by calling 208-665-2005. They can assist with all of your landscaping needs and provide free expert advice.

And now for the tips...

1. Green grass leads to green cash: Most of our homes here in Coeur d'Alene and the surrounding areas have Kentucky bluegrass lawns. Nothing can turn potential buyers off more than unkempt, weedy lawn areas. Make sure to thatch, aerate and fertilize your lawn in the spring to ensure it looks its best for the summer selling season. It is also important to mow and water regularly. Keep in mind the best times of day to water are in the morning and evening that way the warm sun won't absorb all the moisture you are putting down.

2. Dress up the front door: Your home's front entry is the focal point of its curb appeal. Adding hanging annual baskets, window boxes, and flower pots will create an inviting entryway. Make a statement by giving your front door a blast of color with paint or by installing a custom wood door. Clean off any dirty spots around the knob, and use metal polish on the door fixtures.

3. Install outdoor lighting: Landscape lighting makes a huge impact on your home's curb appeal, while also providing safety and security. Fixtures can add accent lighting to trees, the house, or can illuminate a walking path. If you aren't able to use lights that require wiring, install solar fixtures. Solar technology has become very efficient and can provide accent lighting easily with no wiring needed.

4. Plant/refresh garden beds: Get garden beds into shape by pruning old growth, pulling weeds, planting flowers, and adding new mulch to restore color that has been faded by sunlight and harsh weather. When considering new planting beds it is important to plant a layering effect with your tallest plants framing the back of the bed and medium to shorter plants toward the front. Native and ornamental grasses are very dramatic and provide excellent contrast in planting beds. . If your border is old or tired-looking, try upgrading to native stone or metal edging for a cleaner appearance. Annual flower pots and hanging baskets will also provide excellent color for a reasonable price.

5. Bring out the Dead - make sure to remove dead trees, branches and shrubbery that are blocking the character of your home. Take out trees or shrubs that may be overshadowing some attractive features of the house. Simple pruning can also enhance the shapes and sizes of established trees and shrubs. Spring is typically the best time for pruning.

There you have it. There are 5 tips that may help sell your home before a person even steps foot inside it!

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The new digital age of real estate and further uses of the Apple iPad for real estate professionals

Nearly four months have passed since I wrote an article about the benefits the Apple iPad brings to real estate brokers and agents in Coeur d'Alene and throughout the world. Things such as size, weight and ease of use were all major factors that made me realize the iPad could be a valuable tool for Realtors. And after months of use and finding ways to implement the device, I am pleased to say that the Apple iPad has transformed the way that the business of selling real estate is conducted in our office.

Here are just some of the ways that Black Rock Properties has implemented the device into our daily routine:

1. Wireless email anywhere: Yes we all have cell phones that can send and receive email on the go, but how many times a day do you wish you could manipulate the document you just received without having to go to a laptop or desktop computer? Editing the new PowerPoint on the go or finishing the memo to employees is possible on the Apple iPad. Not to mention the ability to always be connected to your clients.
2. Staying educated: Brokers undoubtedly have questions during the day regarding real estate law, license law or any other real estate topic. With the iPad, pulling up a copy of the Idaho Real Estate Laws or a text book from your International Real Estate class to answer a specific question is possible.
3. Client tracking and listing reports: Using a custom database solution, Black Rock Properties has the information of every client to ever tour one of our listings. Furthermore, we are able to log when agents visit listings and show property and input any necessary information without having to wait until the agent is back at their desk.
4. Digital office: Offers to purchase, agency brochures and listing agreements fly around an office on a daily basis. Pulling up old files to look for a specific contingency, sending a copy of a listing agreement to a client or even signing purchase and sale contracts are all possible on the iPad without even having to be at your desk to dig through the stacks of paper. Using digital filing software, Black Rock has digitized and backed up every necessary piece of information. Those files are then synced in real time via our secure network to the portable device. When clients ask for a copy of their listing agreement, we send it in seconds via email. When a buyer wants to make an offer, they can sign the paperwork right on the iPad using their finger and we can forward the offer to the seller without having to waste anytime with the old fax machine. The Apple iPad helps keep your clients engaged and eliminates the clutter on your desk!
5. Helping clients find properties: As I mentioned in my first post, when a client visits a property that isn't to their liking or wants to see another in a different location, simply pull up the MLS right on the iPad and browse with them instantly. We don't waste time going back and forth from office to property to find the best home for our clients.
6. Listing presentations: When we sit down with our clients, we don't simply hand them a stack of paper and ask them to sign the listing, we show them what we are going to provide. From stunning photography to directed videos of each listing, we can show our clients in real life exactly what we do. From pulling up the sites our listings are featured on such as WSJ.com and the New York Times, to showing different video formats we can use to showcase their home, we don't let pictures and creative writing do the talking.

These are just some of the ways the Black Rock Properties Group and Tomlinson North Idaho Sotheby's International Realty uses the Apple iPad to continue separating us from the status quo and enables us to unite extraordinary properties with extraordinary lives.

To see how Black Rock Properties can market your home, contact us today or visit Black Rock Fine Homes.com