ManufacturedHomesToday.com® Newsletter Issue #4
During the holiday season more than ever, our thoughts turn gratefully to those who have made our progress possible. And in this spirit we say, simply but sincerely - "Thank you and best wishes for the Holiday season and a Happy New Year!"
Welcome to the ManufacturedHomesToday.com® (MHT) Newsletter. This Newsletter is a chance for the MHT staff to share helpful information and updates with our clients. We hope that you find this newsletter beneficial as you continue to use ManufacturedHomesToday.com®.
What's New at ManufacturedHomesToday.com®?
Tip of the Month
Increase Your Sales on MHT with These Tips:
Take advantage of down time: Use this time to your advantage by reviewing your listings on ManufacturedHomesToday.com® (MHT).
- List all homes you have available for sale, in all price ranges. The minimum listing amount available is 50 homes; use it to promote your homes!
- Take photos of all your models onsite and put them on the website as listings as well.
Make use of all advertising space: If you are selling new homes, take advantage of those 50 listings with models that are available from the manufacturer you work with.
- You can use floor plans, manufacturer art or model home shots that the manufacturer had provided.
- Put up several versions of the same model with different prices for available options. Important: Run a disclaimer in the description to inform buyers that the home is for presentation purposes only but that similar homes can be ordered.
Check out the listings you have up:
- Are they described attractively?
- Are all amenities listed?
- Do you have 6 photos up for each home listing?
- Are the photos attractive and appealing?
This is a great time to go in and update photos that may not be the most appealing. Set an appointment with the seller so they can have the home in tip-top shape and then take some really good photos to show off the home to its full advantage. They will appreciate your extra service. See the Photo Tips in the Client Access area of ManufacturedHomesToday.com® for ideas on getting the best photos.
Testimonial of the Month
Gold Medal Winners Again!!!
Manufactured Home Monthly employees go the extra mile in helping design our ads and Manufactured Home Monthly continues to deliver the most cost effective advertising venues in the industry.
Our best and most serious customers' come from Manufactured Home Monthly and ManufacturedHomesToday.com, our #1 advertising resource.
As we navigate through this current ever changing marketplace, University Homes will continue to rely upon our partnership with MHM and its outstanding staff to promote creative ideas, increase sales, and insure future growth and success.
Sincerely, Rick and Jan, University Homes, Wixom, Michigan
Please visit the Testimonial Page to see additional testimonials or to add your own.
Q&A
We will be featuring selected questions from users in each newsletter. Please send any questions to: editor@manufacturedhomestoday.com.
Q: How do passwords work?
A: All advertisers must have a password to get into the Client Access area. Passwords must be composed of 6 letters and/or numbers, no symbols may be used. If you would like to change or request a password please send an email to: PasswordRequest and we will respond within two business days.
Q: Is there a way to pay my bill online?
A: At this time, you can only pay through mail by check and over the phone with your credit card. Within the next few months, the option to pay online will be added. Starting with the January billing cycle, the option to add a recurring payment to a credit card will be available.
If you ever have a problem that needs immediate attention, please do not hesitate to e-mail us, or call us at (810) 632-0600. No question is too small; we want to be aware of any quirks as soon as possible and keep the site running smoothly.
What is New at ManufacturedHomesToday.com®?
MHT has over 1000 listings on the website! As the number of listings increase, more consumers find MHT in searches, so keep them coming.
MHT now has a listing of state Manufactured Home Associations on the website, with contact information and links.
Website Feature of the Month
Help Customers Find the Right Home
There are many features on the MHT website that are useful aids to homebuyers.
If you have a client who is not completely certain what type of home they are looking for, show them the Home Buyer's Work Sheet. The client can refer to this sheet to prioritize needs as they search for homes. You can also print out copies of these sheets and keep them in the sales office to aid walk-in clients.Another useful feature is the FAQ's link. This page gives helpful information about land, communities and manufactured homes, and is written to cater to newcomers.
