Meet Cassandra Pryor!!
What would you say to millennials who consider this an “easy” profession to get into? Everything is what you make of it. Success doesn’t come easy!
What is your favorite thing about your job? Working with new people. There’s nothing like seeing the smiles on a client’s face after receiving the keys to his or her new home.
What are 3 words to describe yourself. Passionate, Patient, and Kind
Cassadra Pryor
Phone- 318-719-2315
Email: cassandrapryor@kw.com
It’s the little things—that can save you a ton of money this year. Here are six of them that I’d like to share with you!
Cancel a service – Take a look at your monthly credit card and bank statements. Are you paying a monthly fee for a service that you hardly use? Or can you find the service somewhere else for free? For example—paying a monthly fee to Netflix when you can get it from the library. Or paying a fee for a service that you didn’t remember that you had in the first place.
Use every ounce – Just when you think your mayo container is empty, it’s really not — because you’ll find at least a couple of servings left at the bottom of the squeeze bottle. Same goes for shampoo and toothpaste. As a test, a friend of mine made it a habit of turning the shampoo bottle upside down and emptying what’s left into another bottle just to see how much gets thrown away. She was able to get two months’ extra supply of shampoo from the ‘empty’ bottle.
Watch your ATM Fees – If you have to pay an ATM fee, take out more money than needed because you’ll be paying the same fee whether you take out $20 or $120. Another way to save money is use your debit card at a grocery store. Buy what you need and use the “cash back” button to avoid bank fees altogether.
Don’t buy more than you need – Unless it’s a super-duper sale, buy only what you need. You are spending your hard-earned money “now” for things you “may need” in the future.
Create a no-spend weekend – For one weekend per month, don’t spend any money—that means your credit card too.
Save dollar bills – This is kinda corny, but examine the serial number of your dollar bills. Save the ones that begin with the letter A. You can do the same thing with coins. Put them in a money jar at the end of each day. Then take it to the bank and deposit it into a savings account so you are not tempted to spend it.
How did you get your start in real estate? I’ve had a passion for homes, property, and design aspects long before I knew it could be a career option. A chance meeting & short conversation with a fellow agent peaked my interest into researching just what steps it would take to become a licensed Louisiana Real Estate Agent. And as they say ” the rest is history”, I’ve been completely in love with every aspect of this career path!
What would you say to millennials who consider this an “easy” profession to get into? I would tell anyone who considers being a Realtor as an “Easy” profession to do your homework! There are so many aspects that go into making this career successful. Knowledge is key in this business! You have to be prepared for the schooling, needed connections in order to make this a successful career, stepping out of your comfort zone, picking the right company to work under, having experienced agents in your corner to help mentor you, and truly having your clients best interest at heart. There are so many moving parts to learn in this business, but it is so rewarding and worth the effort!
What is your favorite thing about your job?
My favorite part of being a Realtor is by far my clients! I have met so many different people, from all walks of life. It has been such a pleasure getting to know each and every one of them and their stories. For most people, buying a home is the single largest purchase they will make in their lifetime. It is so rewarding knowing that you are helping make what can be a super stressful time in someone’s life that much easier and enjoyable.
What are 3 words to describe yourself.
Knowledgeable, Determined, Enthusiastic
Courtney Bergeaux, REALTOR®
📞337-305-3547 Email: cbergeaux@kw.com
Keller Williams Realty Lake Charles
Lake Charles, LA 70601
Office: (337) 433-1171
Each Office Independently Owned & Operated
Licensed by the Louisiana Real Estate Commission
Lets get to know a little more about Rachel Hebert:
How did you get your start in real estate? Ever since I was in high school I was so intrigued with homes and real estate as a whole industry. But when I went to LSU it wasn’t a major to chose from, so, long story short, I ended up graduating from LSU with my degree in Education and went on to get my Masters in Eduction as well. I ended up teaching for three years post graduation and the entire time I just kept wondering what it would be like to be a realtor and help others buy and sell real estate. So much so, I ended up going to Real Estate night school while teaching during the day. Once I finished the real estate course, I knew! My journey was not meant for teaching in the schools, it was meant for helping and educating others in the buying and selling of their properties. I got my real estate license in December of 2013 and have never looked back! I have loved every minute of it!
What would you say to millennials who consider this an “easy” profession to get into?
Real estate is 100% NOT an easy profession to get into. There will be a few sales here and there that may come easy to you based on luck, just like anything else. but 90% of the time you are hustling, getting your name out there, trying to beat the competition and vying for people’s business. It takes time, a work ethic, dedication and patience. After a year or two into the business, if you do a great job for your clients, then they will send you referrals and one day use you again to represent them when they go to buy or sell in the future. You also must remain very flexible and be able to work with deadlines, as real estate is a “time is of the essence” industry!
What is your favorite thing about your job?
My favorite thing about my job is getting the opportunity to get to know so many different people all over Acadiana and help them throughout the process of fulfilling their dream of homeownership. Seeing the look on their faces at the closing table when they get the keys is PRICELESS, and being part of that journey is so rewarding and joyful! And on the flip side, representing sellers is very special because helping them sell their home is leading them to some end, whether it be a new home, downsizing for more financial freedom, upsizing…being part of their journey is so rewarding. I also love how every single day brings new challenges and not every day is the same, supposes the whole way!
Rachel Hebert
Realtor, Keaty Real Estate
Office: 337.235.7770 | Cell: 337.371.2228 | rachel@keatyrealestate.com
rachelhebertrealtor.com
350 Doucet Rd. Ste. B Lafayette, LA 70503
If you are thinking about selling your home, the job of an appraiser is to look at your house through the “eyes of a buyer”.
If you are thinking about refinancing your home, the job of an appraiser is to look at your house through the “eyes of the lender”.
Appraisers are chosen from a panel of appraisers, and lenders usually have no control over who will be appraising your home.
If there is a mistake on the appraisal report—you (the homeowner) and a real estate agent are basically the only people who can have direct contact with the appraiser. So, it’s critical that you take the following steps and provide information to ensure that you get a fair value assessment for your home.
Here’s what you can do:
Contact your local real estate agent (I can recommend one for you) and find out the prices for homes recently sold in your area.
If you find that some of the homes sold for tens of thousands of dollars LESS than what you perceive the value to be, find out if the home was sold because of a divorce, job relocation or foreclosure. Let the appraiser know – even if they don’t ask you for it. (This holds true regardless if you are selling or refinancing your home.)
Prepare your home—the same way you would if you were holding an open house. While appraisers are supposed to ignore dirty dishes or overgrown bushes, they are only human and it may have some influence on the value.
Giive them a list of your home’s best features. Don’t count on them discovering every detail that makes your home different from the others in your area. Note any recent upgrades, improvements, schools, shopping, unique views, etc.
When you get a copy of the completed appraisal, check for any errors. If you find a mistake, call the appraiser directly (because the loan officer is not allowed to call him/her) and ask to have the information reviewed. If they are NOT willing to update or cannot explain why they won’t change it, you can complain to the local/state appraiser board.
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