I'm really excited about this recent sale because if you're familiar with the real estate market (which I'm sure you are), you will realize that it's not quite the same as it was in 2008.  In fact, some areas have been affected by nearly a 50% drop.  By coming to Arbitrage, our client was only affected by 4.2%!

At Arbitrage, we believe in maximizing the equity in all our sales.  This one was truly rewarding as it saved my clients credit without resorting to a short sale -- which seems to be the common "escape route" these days!  This home sold for only 4.2% less than what we sold it for in 2008.  We helped our seller buy this home when it was one of my listings nearly 4 years ago, and when it came time to sell, we knew we had a challenge ahead of us, and boy did our approach pay off for a seller that put 100% of their confidence in us.  To top it off, it was located just a few houses North of Glenoaks --- just inside Rossmoyne!

Just like any other transaction with higher lending and appraising standards, we had challenges, but we fought and won each one.  Who would you like on your side with your next purchase or sale? 

Thanks again for helping us with another Record Sale!

Albert

p.s. we found the buyer right smack in the middle of the holiday season too!  So much for the excuse that "people don't buy during the holidays -- blah blah blah...."

; )

WWW.HOMESBYALBERT.COM IS FINALLY HERE!

After a year of researching, designing, investing and testing, we're pleased to announce the launch of our sister site www.homesbyalbert.com.  Though www.RealEstate123.com will always continue to remain our parent real estate site, this new site was designed to engage with more buyers and sellers.  

THE BENEFIT?

For Buyers: This site will provide buyers with unique set of reports & recommendations, while enhancing their search with improved connections with what they're looking for.  It will also educate buyers (whether first time or seasoned) on things to look out for when buying.

For Sellers: This site will increase our presence among search engines and web optimization. In addition, it will also attract more buyers through various portals and buyer specific home searches.  In essence, it's like having a dominance  and multiplicity all in one online community!  More buyers = more $$$ for your home. 

Having a website doesn't necessarily improve one's business; however, getting the right kind of traffic and content does.  I'm pleased to announce that a large percentage of our sales are a direct result of our online presence in addition to the amazing domain names which we registered in the late 90’s.

For example, www.CityofGlendale.com has brought me more traffic than I can ever imagine.  In fact, I even got people who come to the site to pay their water bill thinking it's the city's website.  Though we've had multiple offers from others who've wanted to purchase it, the value that it provides to our clients in today's market far outweighs the profit that can instantly be made.  www.CityofLaCanada.com is also another great one which targets many of the affluent homeowners and buyers in that city.  But nationally, www.RealEstate123.com has drawn a great deal of attention because of its simplicity & historical presence, not to mention it's feature in both the California and National Association of Realtors magazine.  We've got several dozen other sites serving areas such as Burbank, La Crescenta, Pasadena & the Valley as well.

As for www.HomesbyAlbert.com there's a great deal of intricacies that support the back-end of this new site.  We continue to remain confident that this will once again take your buying and/or selling experience to the next level!

At Arbitrage, we're committed to consistently adding additional level of services without it ever costing you a single penny more --- GUARANTEED!

Have an awesome day,

Albert Hairapetian 

The report includes:

- Unemployment levels
- Appreciation/Depreciation schedules with expectations
- Why "Now" is a good time to buy (with stats)
- Foreclosure forecast
- Distressed property stats
- Shadow inventory status across the country
- Percentage of contract failures
- and much more....

If you have any further questions about any of this, please don't hesitate to ask us.  Also, if you're thinking of selling or buying, you've gotta check out the following reports too!

	Things to consider if you are selling your house.
	Things to consider if you are buying a home.

WE DID IT!

After making a $100 bet with my office that we could manage to get over 100 people to  this home last Sunday, we finally ended up with 187 in less than 3 hours!  To top it off, we had multiple offers and ultimately sold this home on Friday.  The best part was that it was never listed.  That's right, no MLS, no "For Sale" sign, no nothing -- just a bunch of stuff done differently and without excuses!

I thank you for your continued support and help.  We normally average 12x more calls from our marketing than we do from the MLS.  That's huge!

If you haven't seen the video we created for what happened last week, you can view the YouTube link by clicking here or on the photo below.

Thanks again for all your help and stay dry!

More to come...

Albert
"The Guy that makes Real Estate Real Fun too!"

P.S.  In addition to this sale, we had 4 more purchases last week as well.  If you're curious to see what's currently listed, click here.  Want to get in on the "inside scoop"??? Call me directly at the number listed below.

While most think that January is the slowest time of the year for real estate, I decided to take this month to the next level.  After making a $100 bet with my office that we can get at least 100 people to an open house, we reached our goal in only 1 1/2 hours.  In fact, we had just under 187 people that showed up during a 3 hour period!  All of this was done without the help of the MLS or For Sale Sign -- which most Realtors can't live without!

The Result... MULTIPLE interested buyers (2 offers), and a ton of people still talking about this home! 

The whole point of doing this was to prove that no matter what market (or month) we're in, it is up to the Realtor to get results.  It's about how motivated the Realtor is.  In today's industry, while everyone "assumes" the market is slow, we continually work hard to make sure each individual gets the most amazing real estate experience ever.  Sunday proved it again!

Hear what some visitors had to say:

"I've never seen something like this before!"

"I think half of Glendale just showed up.... how did you do this?"

"Every time I see you and your office, you're always up to something -- and it's always amazing!"

"Class Act!!! --- Every time Albert!"

We've got a lot more exciting stuff headed your way -- Count on it!  In the meantime, click here to watch the video.  You don't want to miss out on it!

Have an awesome week and thanks for ALL your help!

Albert Hairapetian
Your Real Estate Consultant for Life!
818-244-2939

If you're thinking of selling, ACT NOW.  Get started before all the "Spring Market" sellers pull the trigger.  Less competition = higher price.  Click here to find out more.

Buyers, there's lot of deals out there right now.  Click here to learn more!

That's right.  I made a $100 bet with my office that while others outside of our office are complaining about how slow things are, that we can manage to get at least 100 people to come to this house tomorrow.  In fact, since I made my bet this past week, we put 3 homes under contract (in escrow), 2 of which were yesterday alone.  I plan on doing at least one more tomorrow.  That's an average of 1 home sold every 3 1/2 days!  Not a bad start for 2012!

In fact, if you want to get a glimpse on how eager buyers are today, here's an email I just got 2 hours ago from a Realtor who got my acceptance on their offer:

Your phone call yesterday made one family off the roof, to the sky.  They are very excited...!  

We faxed all the missing signatures from Counter #1 and addendum.  Please let me know when the escrow is open so they can bring their deposit check.  The Lender was notified and she is meeting with them tomorrow to start the lending process.

Thank you!

As for tomorrow, we already have interested people in this home and it's not even listed.  All offers will be reviewed on Monday so I encourage you to stop by.  Click on any of the pictures below to get more info (and to see more pictures).  

This home will be open between the hours of 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m..  We will have plenty of refreshments & snacks.  We're also going to be giving away a ton of prizes and informational materials that you don't want to miss out on.  This information will be useful whether you're thinking of buying or selling. 

I will also be there myself personally to make sure we answer as many questions as possible.  If you are a buyer or seller or just want to get a sense on how we move homes here at Arbitrage, you've gotta come by!  

Have a great Saturday evening and thanks for sharing this email with your families and friends.

P.S.  Got an iPhone?  Bring it with you tomorrow.  I'll help you load one of the best tools that I use (personally) in today's market.  You will not be able to upload it yourself through the Apple App store.  I'll share my access code with you and you'll leave the open house with the biggest smile on your face --- I PROMISE!

IN ESCROW! 
1610 IDLEWOOD ROAD; GLENDALE, CA 91202

It's not too often you get a property as spectacular as this one.  This home is not yet listed and is in turn-key condition.  No short sale or foreclosure hang-ups.  This is a regular sale.  Sellers will respond and accept the most serious buyer.

Sellers: Want to get the value of your home in today's market?

Buyers: Click here if you haven't quite found your dream home.

Have a great 2012!

Albert

We don't just sell single family homes here at Arbitrage, we also sell condos/townhomes as well.  In fact, here are the recent properties that we quietly sold in the past few weeks.  Each buyer & seller gets the same personalized attention and service as customary at Arbitrage.  Best of all, it'll NEVER cost you a single penny more!

Thanks again for helping us crunch these sales during this time of the year.  We look forward to moving more people in 2012!

Albert Hairapetian
818-244-2939 Office
818-522-8898 Cell
albert@realestate123.com

Start your home search today!  Click HERE

Coming Soon!
2616 N. Keystone Street; Burbank, CA 91504

3 Bedroom / 2 Bath Traditional in the heart of Burbank
Large open living room with fireplace, hardwood floors
 and recessed lighting
Separate formal dining room
Brand new kitchen with maple cabinetry, granite
 countertops, tiled floors and stainless steel appliances
Bathrooms have been completely remodeled with new tiled
 floors, vanities, and plumbing
Separate bonus room off of garage (300+ square feet)
Fresh decorator paint throughout
2-car detached garage
Completey refinished hardwood floors throughout
Brand new roof & updated electrical
Great location and incredible neighbors!

Coming Soon! --- 2616 N. Keystone Street

Hope you had a great Christmas weekend.  Here's a really nice 3 bedroom home we just listed in Burbank.  It's going to come on the market in a few weeks, but I can get you inside of it if you (or someone you know) is interested. 

A lot of work has been done to this home recently (i.e. new kitchen, bathrooms, lighting, roof, etc).  I would love to get this in escrow before Friday!  Know someone who might be interested???  Let me know.  Also, be sure you read the Seller's Vegas Offer below!

Thanks,

Albert Hairapetian
Your Real Estate Consultant for Life!
818-244-2939 Office
818-522-8898 Cell
albert@realestate123.com

Thinking of selling in 2012?  Get a head start by clicking here.

SELLER VEGAS INCENTIVE!

Help me find a buyer for this home (that successfully closes), and get 2 round trip tickets to Vegas for 2 nights at a hotel of your choice. You don't have to buy this home (simply refer someone that you know that may be interested).  The referal will need to take place before the offer is accepted.  There's obviously add'l stuff and seller restrictions that apply, so call me for the details so that I can clearly explain what the seller has in mind -- (818) 244-2939. 

I want someone to get this offer, so let's help each other out.  This offer will expire on December 31, 2011. 

Rest assured that whoever you send my way, will get the smoothest escrow experience ever imagineable (as customary at Arbitrage).  Remember, we need to put this deal together by 5:00 p.m. 12/31/2011!

Good luck and thanks for ALL your help!

(Only 1 person is eligible to win)

Did you really think that Thanksgiving and the so-called "holidays" would slow us down?  Not a chance.  In fact, we sold this one in 14 days flat.  That's right!  This home was in escrow on Day 3, and we closed it in only 11 days right after that on Day 14. 

What about the seller?  Were they on the street in only 2 weeks?  C'mon, you know I would never let that happen.  In fact, the seller gets to stay in the house for FREE for another 45 days!  That means they're still going to be there to celebrate Christmas and to toast champagne through New Years!  Heck, they may even celebrate with the buyers! 

While everyone scurried off to Black Friday deals, we were too busy coordinating the logistics that made this happen -- and it worked out pefectly! 

I've got more listings coming, so call me if you're serious about moving.  Thanks again for helping us out with a record (timing) sale!

5319 Hermosa Avenue; Eagle Rock, CA 90041
Call 818-244-2939 for details!

4 Bedrooms/ 2 Bathrooms
Spacious living room with hardwood floors, arched ceiling, decorator
  paint and mountain views
Separate dining room with original built-ins & hardwood floors
Large open kitchen with tile counter tops, abundance of cabinetry
  a lovely pantry and breakfast area.
Master suite offers multiple closets, hardwood floors and a private bath
Add’l bedrooms are sizeable with nicely sized closets and wood floors
Great family room with new cozy Berber carpets
Beautifully landscaped exterior grounds offer a terraced style yard with
  two flat grassy areas to enjoy!!
Additional features include a newer roof, and A/C & heating unit
Private cul-de-sac street with great views

Coming Soon!  6030 Morella Avenue; N. Hollywood, CA 91606
Call 818-244-2939 for further details.

Coming Soon!  Call 818-244-2939 for furhter details...

1642 San Gabriel Avenue; Glendale, CA 91208

3 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms
2,012 Square Feet of Living Space
Completely rebuilt in 2000
Formal living room with a nice stone fireplace and pitched ceilings
Large open kitchen with beautiful maple cabinets, breakfast
  bar and recessed lighting
Gracious dining area off the kitchen with lovely tile flooring
Spacious Master Suite with a nice sitting area and a private bath
Enchanting backyard with mature landscaping and concrete patio
Excellent neighborhood and neighbors throughout
Direct view of 10th & 11th fairways at Oakmont Country Club

Coming Soon!
901 Misty Isle; Glendale, CA 91207

938 N. Isabel Street; Glendale, CA 91207

3 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms
1,750 square foot living
Formal living room with high ceilings, hardwood floors and fireplace
Separate formal dining room with recessed lighting
Remodeled kitchen with maple cabinets, granite countertops, wine
 rack, stainless steel appliances, and custom breakfast area
Large family room (optional 4th bedroom)
Master suite with elegant hardwood floors and private master bath.
Bedrooms have generous room size with beautifully built-in closet
 cabinets. Both share a full bathroom which is centrally located.
Exterior grounds include built-in BBQ along with a covered patio
 area that has direct access to the inside of the property.
Central air conditioning & heating; completely finished garage
Great neighbors throughout!
 

345 W. Alameda Street #204; Burbank, CA 91506

Fabulous Burbank townhouse ready for its next owner!! This two bedroom, three bathroom townhouse offers an open, multi level floor plan with hardwood floors, cozy fireplace, open kitchen with tile counters along with a private balcony. The master bedroom has it's own private bathroom and separate enterance. Wonderful location and a great building.
 

We're excited about our recent close on 1715 Greenbriar Road in Glendale.  This home was on the market for only 29 days before it closed (the average in Glendale right now is approximately 3 1/2 months).  Listen in on my discussion with Collin Lindsay (former seller), when I called him to congratulate him on his close of escrow.

It's all un-cut, un-edited, and ready for you to witness how we're moving homes in this crazy market!  The best part is that he also gladly allows us to have you call him as a reference.  Thanks again for helping us with another sale!

More exciting sales coming....

Albert

CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO

Want to be a happy seller like Collin?  Click here

And, here's the property that sold in less than a month!