Fraser Valley Real Estate Video Blogs

Video Blogs #51-75

Why Frank charges the $300 listing fee for www.ShopCondo.com

Frank Mihal video blogs to explain why he charges a $300 upfront fee at the time the listing is taken for his new condo website http://www.ShopCondo.com, which is a site specializing in Surrey Condos, Cloverdale Condos, & Langley Condos. The reason for it is simple he states; to filter out the unmotivated sellers who just want their condo on the market but aren't that interested in really selling. Frank wants to focus his time on those who really want or need his services, and are interested in paying less commission. If you have any questions or comments feel free to contact Frank at http://www.frankmihal.ca





Fraser Valley Real Estate Video Blog #61 - March 3rd 2010

Frank Mihal video blogs his thoughts giving a small gift to your new neighbors when moving into a strata complex. A $10-$15 bottle of wine is more than enough, and he states that introducing yourselves to your new neighbors and starting off on the right foot can save you many headaches in the future. Nothing is worse than not getting along with neighbors in a townhouse or condo! If you have any questions or comments, feel free to contact Frank at http://www.frankmihal.ca





Fraser Valley Real Estate Video Blog #60 - February 28th 2010

Canada sets a new world record!!!!!

Frank Mihal video blogs just after Team Canada beat the USA in men's hockey in overtime! This sets a world record for most number of Gold metals ever in a winter Olympics. Frank just wanted to congratulate all the athletes that represented Canada, and states that they really made us proud! Thank you! If you have any questions or comments, feel free to contact Frank at http://www.frankmihal.ca





Fraser Valley Real Estate Video Blog #59 - February 26th 2010

Realtors are all the Same? or are they all different?

Frank Mihal video blogs his thoughts about a Realtor in the Fraser Valley that is broadcasting to the public that all Realtors are the exact same and do the exact same thing. This couldn't be farther from the truth, every Realtor has different amount of experience/knowledge, offers different services, charges different fees, etc etc. He is obviously trying to promote his brand (and there is nothing wrong with that), however is going about it the wrong way by making things up and discrediting other Realtors in the industry. Frank finds this unethical as the public is being given information that is completely incorrect! If you have any questions or comments, feel free to contact Frank at http://www.frankmihal.ca





Fraser Valley Real Estate Video Blog #58 - February 24th 2010 

Real Estate commissions & the general public's misconception of them!

Frank Mihal video blogs about the general public's misconception of Real Estate commissions. He states that everyone is aware of the competition bureau vs. CREA, as it is all over the newspapers/media, and that there are many internet posts about this so called "standard commission" in the industry. Frank wants to clear that misconception up with everyone and say that there is absolutely NO STANDARD COMMISSION in the Real Estate Industry or any of its individual boards! The commission or fee a Realtor charges is based on what he feels his or her services are worth, and it is up to you (the seller) to agree to it or not. Whether the fee is a $1 or a million, it is up to both parties to mutually agree! Thats business! If you have any questions or comments on Real Estate commissions, feel free to contact Frank at http://www.FrankMihal.ca





Fraser Valley Real Estate Video Blog #57 - February 17th 2010

Just left the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board's 2010 AGM

Frank Mihal video blogs about the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board's 2010 Annual General Meeting. Everything was business as usual with a few votes in regards to some small changes, but of course there was one huge topic of discussion ...the Competition Bureau vs. CREA. A few people had some outrageous ideas and it was interesting to see other opinions. This is definitely a hugely important topic. If you want to know where Frank stands in regards to this issue, feel free to send him an email at frank@frankmihal.ca, otherwise you can always contact him at http://www.frankmihal.ca





Fraser Valley Real Estate Video Blog #56 - February 16th 2010

Dont forget this when cleaning up your condo to sell!

Frank Mihal video blogs about the importance of 1st impressions, after showing a few surrey condos for sale to a client. One of the units showed amazing with many updates, however the patio was completely covered in moss & black dirt. The large deck was definitely one of the features of this surrey condo as it faced the north shore mountains, but unfortunately it was not given the attention as the rest of the condo. Keep in mind to clean the outside areas of the condo you are selling, and not just the inside! If you have any questions or comments feel free to contact Frank at http://www.frankmihal.ca





Fraser Valley Real Estate Video Blog #55 - February 15th 2010

Surrey school district is getting new classrooms, but at a huge cost!

Frank Mihal video blogs about the 20 new portable classrooms that the Surrey school district has just purchased at a cost of just under 1.4 million. The school system is in serious need of more classrooms. This purchase puts them currently at a 16 million dollar deficit. They have not received any extra capital funding from the provincial government since 2005/2006, and are using what is left on a new school project in White Rock. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to contact Frank at http://www.frankmihal.ca





Fraser Valley Real Estate Video Blog #54 - February 12th 2010

Frank Clears things up in regards to re-sale properties and the HST!

Frank Mihal video blogs after a conversation with another Realtor in his office Jamie Hucul ( http://www.jamiehucul.com ) about the misconception of the upcoming HST with respect to re-sale properties. They are getting many phone calls from people frantic to start purchasing because of the upcoming HST (people who are looking at purchasing re-sale properties). To clear things up, there will be no HST on re-sale properties, only on new construction! The only thing HST will affect will be Realtor commissions (will now be plus 12% HST instead of the current 5% GST) paid by the sellers. For you home buyers out there, unless buying new, it will be business as usual! If you have any questions or comments, feel free to contact Frank at  http://www.frankmihal.ca





Fraser Valley Real Estate Video Blog #53 - February 10th 2010

Surrey gives a few of its streets new names!

Frank Mihal video blogs about the name changes of a few of the roads in Surrey. King George Hwy is now King George Boulevard. East Whalley Ring Road has been changed to Whalley Boulevard, and 134th st is now University Drive! City Parway has also been extended all the way to the city center & the Central City tower. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to contact Frank at http://www.frankmihal.ca





Fraser Valley Real Estate Video Blog #52 - February 8th 2010

Frank Mihal and the Olympic Torch in Surrey!

Frank Mihal video blogs from the roof of his Real Estate office in Surrey to show you the festivities of the Olympic Torch along 152nd street. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to contact Frank at http://www.frankmihal.ca





Fraser Valley Real Estate Video Blog #51 - February 4nd 2010

Frank Mihal Launches www.ShopCondo.com - A flat fee condo service for Surrey,Cloverdale Langley Condos!

Frank Mihal video blogs about the launch of the Frank Mihal Team's new website for Buying & Selling Condos in Surrey, Cloverdale, & Langley. www.shopcondo.com was designed around a new greener business model which enables them to provide exceptional services to their clients, but at a fraction of the cost ...charging a flat listing fee of $3,250. This service & fee structure is only available for condos. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to contact Frank at http://www.frankmihal.ca or visit http://www.shopcondo.com - The new choice in buying and selling condos!