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Effective Marketing.
Attract Attention.
Showcasing the most important features is the key to attracting attention. Most potential buyers are drawn to a home by an emotional attraction.
All the Information.
Many agents refuse to place disclosures, surveys, floorplans, tax bills, etc.. in the home, because they are “going green.” When the buyer is viewing the home, they want that critical information. I have a full color brochure jammed with information on the home to answer ANY questions a buyer may have while they are visiting the home.
Timing.
Choosing the right time of day to take photos in the Northeast is crucial. With our limited sunshine, you have to take advantage of time of day and allow it to showcase the best features. If the first photo does not look good, try again at a different time of day.
Capture.
Capture the feeling of the room by highlighting its unique amenities. When a home is empty it makes the lighting and camera angle that much more important. Find that perfect time, angle and setting that makes the buyer take notice.
WOW them.
Everyone wants to be proud of the home they own and the home they are buying. With the majority of buyers pre-selecting home on-line by the photos, it is imperative to not lose their attention with average and in many cases, less than average photos. One photo can give buyers that WOW factor.
Indoor-Outdoor.
It is difficult to anticipate what buyers are looking for, and capturing an indoor and outdoor photo covers a lot of bases! We know that many times men and women have very different home criteria, try to cater to both with your photos.
Video Marketing
Deer Run Road Video
The latest real estate video technology is called Matterport. I have used this on several of my upscale homes and the “dollhouse” effective is amazing. Click on the photo above for a sample of the video.
6632 Temple Drive
Another Matterport sample video for a magnificent sprawling ranch in East Syracuse. I was the very first agent to utilize this technology in Syracuse and is a very effective marketing addition in a normal real estate market. Click the photo above to view the sample video.
Aerial Video
Utilizing a high-end drone, my photographer has shown the perfect way to showcase a million dollar view. Click on the photo above to see the aerial video display.
“I appreciate all the work you did to sell my mother’s house and how easily you understood the situation with the estate. Right away you made an extremely uncomfortable and stressful situation as pleasant as it could be. You were kind and understanding. I thank you for that.” Michelle
What People Are Saying.
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"Our whole family has used Don when we have bought or sold houses. He’s a true professional and very easy to work with. We would highly recommend him to anyone!"
— Lisa Wickham
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"Don, really knows his job, pricing your home, knowing the market for buying or selling! Don is excellent with taking photos of your residence, makes your home more appealing. When you call him with questions, he has the answers, or he will get the answers and gets back to you in a timely manner. On the closing everything went smoothly, Don makes sure you have everything you need to close with. Had Don with a sale of a townhouse and buying of a patio home. Very satisfied with both transactions. The most important thing I liked about Don was he is always smiling and DOESN'T get upset or frazzled. I would highly recommend Don, he's not out there to take advantage of you! "
— Benjamin Simone
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Don, Thanks for your assistance in selling our home. Your suggestions in preparing our residence and your thoroughness in following up with each visitor was the key to a quick sale at the price we expected. Your skills as your agent were appreciated and your constant communication was helpful as we went through the process. Thanks again and we will pass your name to all our CNY friends.
— Mary Phelan
Bonnie Pobutkiewicz
"If you want to work with a true professional Don is the one to choose. From the time he walked it our home he knew what he was doing and presented himself as a fine gentleman. Our home was sold within a week and we were in our new home within six weeks. I can’t thank him enough for making our move such a smooth experience. Thank you, Don, you are a true jewel among realtors"
Carol Reese
Neither of us had bought or sold a house until our sale of the house that my husband built. He built it in 1952 and we sold it in 2020. We knew Don Gendron from his attendance at the same church as us until he moved. And now we have moved. We saw him in action when a friend was selling her house and he brought in some potential buyers. We knew he would be our best choice to represent us. He was such a great help and went above and beyond and because of him we had a great experience. He is a great and responsible worker and we found him to be honest and trustworthy.
Sue Grago
"I cannot express how wonderful it is to have Donald Gendron in your corner when you want to sell or buy a home. I have loved working with Don throughout the years as he sold me my first country property and then helped me also with an outstanding sale. His many years of experience make him an ace and best of all he’s so honest and truly knowledgeable. I would recommend him totally"
Looking out for us.
We are getting settled in to the house slowly but surely. It is a great place. I am enjoying it so much. I especially am appreciating the quietness out here! Thank you for your patience and your professionalism. Working with you gave us a lot of confidence. We felt that you were always looking out for our best interest. I recommend you to anyone looking to buy a house because I believe that you are "the first class agent!"
Jeff & Sharon Elmer
Thank you.
We closed on our new house on Thursday and turned over the keys to our home on Owlwood on Saturday. We are loving all the additional space in our new home which we definitely needed after the arrival of Lawson in July. Thanks again for all your help, it was a real pleasure working with you to sell our home.
Thank you,
Samantha and Jay
Listened to our needs.
Don was great to work with. He listened to our needs and then worked with us to provide the most optimal product for us to sell. He took full control of our old home and we had no worries. He was an advocate with prospective buyers. Don stuck to “our needs” not his. Our home sold in just a few days. Thanks to Don we were able to move on and enjoy our new home.
Lorene & Craig Norris
Second time.
Don is a great realtor. He sold our house for us which was no easy task. He's honest and open which is hard to find in a realtor. This is the 2nd time we've had Don sell our house for us and we'd do it again.
Laura Koslowski
Highly Recommended.
We are so grateful that Don Gendron was recommended to us by a colleague. We’ve had several experiences with buying and selling homes, and we can say without question that Don possesses every quality that we could ask for in a real estate agent! His commitment to first class customer service was so apparent from our first introduction, and continues every step of the process. He never fails to go above and beyond expectations. We’ve always been impressed with Don’s promptness in answering a call or email, his availability, and his willingness to spend however much time we’ve needed to feel confident with our decisions and ease any anxieties. The immediate trust and comfort we felt with Don allowed us to focus on our family’s goals, and worry less about the hurdles. We would gladly recommend Don Gendron to anyone looking for a dedicated and resourceful real estate professional.
Suzanne & Jerret
24/7.
When we first met in 2008, for the listing of my mother's house and he handled things beautifully. You were there 24/7, and gave us great advice for the sale of her home. In 2006, with the listing of my home in Fairways East, I wish we knew you. You would have solved a lot of problems at the closing. Then without knowing, we put you threw a "CHALLENGE.” Looking a 2 different Lake houses at 2 different times, and all the ups and downs, more downs, you got us threw it. Your patience was 110 percent. My husband kept telling me "Don must hate us." You were there every moment, whether on the phone, emails, and another trip to the lake. Don, I could go on and on, of what you have done to help us with this beautiful Lake House, but I just want to say you’re the BEST. We thank you, so much for all you have done. I bring your name up to anyone that needs a realtor or looking to sell their home.
Thanks so much, Jim & Donna Crandell
Being in the military, we move every few years and have experience various levels of Realtors. Don is without a doubt, one of the finest Realtors we have interacted with in the last 15 years of buying and selling homes. From the first time we met Don, he was honest and upfront with us. His estimated sale price of the house during our first meeting with him was dead-on what we ended up selling for. Trying to sell a home from a distance is a difficult task, but Don made it easy with his high level of responsiveness and availability. Numerous times, I would email him in the evening or on a weekend and get an immediate response. I highly recommend Don if you want a responsive, hard working and honest Realtor.
Major Brian Moore
We had been attempting to sell our home for a year. We had listed with two Realtors for 6 months each. The agents strategy was to keep lowering the price. We understood that we were at the high end of a difficult market and needed a new approach. I had been transferred to Buffalo and I received a mailing from Don Gendron saying he was in need of ranch homes to market. I was impressed with Don and his marketing experience and materials. We told him that we were not interested in lower the price any further and he made recommendations to paint and stage the home and he was confident that we could sell at our agreed price. The house sold in one week VERY close to asking price. We strongly recommend Don, he has a clear plan and will work hard to get your home sold.
— John & Mary Phelan
Once Mom went into assisted living, selling her house became the next priority. We were so lucky to have Don guide us through this process! The same day we completed cleaning and packing you were there with the FOR SALE sign, beautiful brochures and paperwork. We were able to walk away that day, Knowing it was now in your hands, I cannot tell you what a relief that was. Additionally, we appreciated the sign on the door “please remove your shoes.” It showed respect for the way Mom had always cared for the property. Thank you for helping us choose the right offer and helping us through the negotiations. With the home sold it allows us to focus on mom’s other needs now. I know my sisters and brother join me in appreciation for all that you did. We will always happily recommend you to friends.
Jan Monforte
We can’t say enough about our experience selling our home with Don! His knowledge of the real estate market in our area was impressive as well as his strategy to sell our home. We had 5 showings day 1 and an offer by the end of the day! To say that Don is a First Class Agent is an understatement. He is quietly confident with a caring nature and a true gentleman. Thank you Don for everything! Jeff & Kristie Baird
Some Recent Sales…
Baldwinsville Sales
49 Aspen Springs Drive (2), 8640 Briar Patch Lane, 3169 Cadys Arbor, 40 Carousel Lane (2), 261 Cedar Court, 3654 Chainmaker Path, 7989 Collington Pointe, 8185 Dunham Road, 104 East Genesee Street, 3216 Far Reach Drive, 8676 Gaskin Road, 107 Golfcrest Circle (2), 3213 Green Meadow, 3285 Greenleafe Drive, 125 Hosmer Drive, 8432 Marco Lane, 8442 Marco Lane, 8448 Marco Lane, 8462 Marco Lane, 120 Milan Way, 8325 Partridgeberry Drive, 3028 Peony Farm Lane (2), 10 Shriver Drive, 116 Smokey Hollow Road, 3693 Snowdrop Road, 3754 Theodolite Drive, 3434 Van Wie Drive, 572 Village Boulevard, 772 Village Boulevard (2), 20 Virginia Street, 3644 Whispering Woods, 3669 Woodland Drive.
Camillus Sales
107 Barcroft Road, 403 Beverly Drive, 415 Blueberry Lane (2), 105 Camillus Drive, 121 Charles Drive, 112 East Way, 206 Emann Drive, 217 Feldspar Drive, 146 Forrest Way, 109 Garnet Drive (2), Gillespie Lane, 333 Gordon Parkway, 154 Greencastle Street, 121 Hunt Avenue (2), 8 Kenmont Drive (2), 103 Kimberly Drive, 5065 Prairieview Drive, 1107 Rail Fence Road, 104 Richards Road, 24 Richlee Drive, 26 Richlee Drive, 203 Sherwood Drive, 109 Snowberry Drive (2), 108 Thornton Circle, 122 Thornton Circle (2), 109 Thornton Court, 111 Turkey Run, 203 Vanida Drive, 201 Weybridge Terrace, 203 Yorkshire Boulevard.
Cicero/Clay Sales
6268 Alabama Path, 9256 Bartell Road, 9466 Bartell Road, 6242 Conductor Avenue, 6051 Deersprings Road, 6182 Diffin Road, 6390 Electric Railway, 5954 Farrington Road, 6164 Heddy Lane, 7964 Joss Farm Way, 6074 Laramie Lane (2), 7303 Lisa Lane, 6121 Owlwood Drive, 6192 Palisades Drive, 7084 Sandcastle Court, 5731 Sunset Terrace, 8491 Torchwood Lane, 8472 Wayfarer Lane, 6263 Welland Lane, 7318 Wheatley Road, 8194 Chianti Circle, 8418 Henry Clay Boulevard, 3576 Horseshoe Island Road, 5447 Lucknow Drive, 8131 Rapallo Way, 8213 Sarona Lane, 8226 Sarona Lane, 8047 Trina Circle, 4608 Verplank Road (2), 4807 VerPlank Road, 4288 Virgo Course.
Other Areas of Sales...
Liverpool
4983 Alexis Drive, 104 Baltic Lane, 4067 Bel Harbor Drive, 3637 Black Brandt Drive, 4239 Blue Beech Lane, 320 Cameco Circle, 5041 Constitution Lane, 116 Cranberry Road, 7734 Deerfield Road (2), 205 Dexter Avenue, 7422 Donegal Way, 118 Drexler Avenue, 124 Drexler Avenue, 4865 Driftwood Drive, 4914 Driftwood Drive, 401 Electronics Parkway, 403 Electronics Parkway, 8291 Gabion Way, 7542 Glencrest Avenue (2), 317 Glendale Avenue, 20 Gulf Line Road, 702 Hickory Street, 5 Indian Orchard Lane, 129 Iroquois Lane, 4240 Mayfair Circle, 4203 Mistral Circle, 7442 Muench Road, 7792 New Hope Drive, 226 Norwood Avenue, 164 Old Cove Road, 203 Old Cove Road, 3966 Pawnee Drive, 3573 Redhead Terrace, 3666 Redhead Terrace, 4782 Royal Meadow Drive, 122 Sagamore Drive, 4103 Sandbar Lane, 4148 Sandbar Lane, 4223 Sandbar Lane, 220 Sheridan Road, 8412 Silver Spruce Circle, 8440 Silver Spruce Circle, 110 Sotherden Road, 111 Sunflower Drive, 502 Third Street, 505 Third Street, 7501 Thunderbird Road, 4376 Wetzel Road, 8072 White Birch Circle, 200 Vardon Street.
North
9551 Bantry Lane, 5911 Bartel Circle, 160 Breckheimer Road, 226 Butterfly Shores Road (2), 228 Carlton Drive, 7742 Cecilia Road, 9589 Clarecastle Path, 15 County Route 59, 417 Damon Point Road, 262 Elderberry Lane, 6893 Failing Shores Drive, 9371 Fox Road, 447 Gunther Road, 10 Harris Street, 4 Jordans Way, 120 Kristin Road, 114 Lynn Drive, 343 Main Street (2), 213 Melrose Drive, 38 Oneida View Drive, 109 Pine Tree Drive, 163 Slosson Road, 862 State Route 49, 901 State Route 49, 2137 State Route 49, 136 Tudo Road, 214 Wells Avenue
Eastside
6497 Badgley Road, 116 Beresford Lane, 8805 Bridgeport Kirkville Road, 8872 Bridgeport Kirkville Road, 5827 Burdick Street, 216 Cannonball Way (2), 6506 Collamer Road, 1122 Cornflower Way, 2204 Cornflower Way, 200 Davis Street, 217 East Dauenhauer Street, 8093 DeVaul Road, 129 Dewittshire Road, 128 Elm Street, 4606 Emblem Circle, 507 Fremont Road, 429 Fyler Road, 165 Gadwall Lane, 7812 Green Lakes Road (2), 6660 Hazelnut Circle, 8873 Hills Road (2), 214 Julbert Street, 4808 Huntwood Path (2), 4815 James Street, 104 Kendall Drive, 8260 Kirkville Road, 124 Lewis Road, 208 North Main Street, 105 Maple Drive, 508 S. Manlius Street, 6560 Marcus Lane, 6622 Maricarol Lane (2), 817 Oakwood Lane, 101 Patton Avenue, 4848 Pembroke Drive, 210 Pleasant Drive, 4574 Red Fox Drive, 6769 Schuyler Road (2), 110 Smith Street, 114 Smith Street, 7305 Snowball Run, 104 Stillwell Circle, 110 Thorndike Circle, 225 Tilden Road, 72 Watertree Drive (2), 111 Watertree Drive, 117 Watertree Drive (2), 268 Watertree Drive, 209 Windebank Lane, 6019 Westcliffe Road, 5008 Woodside Road, 6705 Yvonne Lane.
South, East & West
3226 Apulia Road, 1211 Black Point Road, 2703 Burlingame Road, 1839 Collins Road, 2016 Deer Run Road, 4572 East Lake Road, 4108 LaFayette Road, 2052 New Boston Road, 114 Pebblestone Drive, 1733 Pompey Center Road, 365 Rosewood Circle, 3429 Route 91, 1300 Ryan Road (2), 9165 Snell Road, 517 Spruce Lane, 1826 State Route 174, 1831 Tully Farms Road, 22 Village View Drive.
Syracuse
903 Avery Avenue, 1310 Bellevue Avenue, 213 Boston Road, 400 Boyden Avenue, 224 Brattle Road, 1100 Caleb Avenue (2), 1964 Caleb Avenue (2), 209 Cayuga Street (2), 201 Champlin Drive (2), 4758 Cleveland Road, 160 Cook Avenue, 134 Dale Street (2), 151 Dale Street, 248 Dale Street, 129 Doll Parkway, 10 Fabian Lane, 415 Gaynor Avenue, 911 Granger Road, 214 Hartson Street, 311 Hillbrook Road, 432 Hillside Avenue, 303 Everingham Road (2), 208 Helen Street, 1226 James Street, 103 Jasper Place, 119 Lakeview Avenue, 4708 Makyes Road, 407 Molloy Road, 217 Niagara Avenue, 147 Normanor Drive, 140 Seventh North Street, 401 Shuart Avenue, 505 Skyview Terrace, 649 Skyview Terrace, 1012 Teall Avenue, 415 Walberta Road, 124 Terrace Lane, 429 Wendell Terrace, 2705 West Genesee Street, 228 West Manchester Road, 756 Westmoreland Avenue (2), 106 Winkworth Parkway, 415 Woods Avenue, 302 Wright Avenue,
Additionally…
This is certainly not an all-inclusive list of the sales in my 35 year career, but is certainly a good representation of the areas where I have represented buyers and sellers. I have traveled as far West as Auburn, as far East as Oneida, South to Homer and as far North to Alexandria Bay. If you need real estate assistance in Central New York just give me a call.
If you are looking to relocate, I have made great real estate contacts throughout my career and am happy to recommend an agent in other areas of New York State, The United States and anywhere else in the world.