Here's a recent online business card we designed, you can find it on our twitter page:

http://twitter.com/PaulAlbrighton

Paul Albrighton just completed a course hosted by the UDI School of Development

"The Numbers Behind Housing Development". November 2009. 

This course offered great value for anyone in the real estate business.  The in-depth schedule included a detailed analysis of the following topics: how developers and consultants put together financial pro-formas before going ahead with a project, development appraisal, marketing and product strategies, project financing, and "behind the numbers" of multi-family and concrete high rise buildings.  Special guest speakers included Colin Bosa - CEO of Bosa Properties, Ben Taddei - COO of ParkLane Homes, and Jim McPherson - President of Realtch Capital Group Inc.  

"I believe it is crucial to keep up to date, and invest in the proper educated related to all aspects of the real estate business" - Paul Albrighton

Urban Development Institute  - UDI's website

Paul Albrighton was at the Arts Umbrella's 27th Annual Fundraiser event, "Splash" this past Saturday October 17, 2009.

It was a fantastic evening that included a glittering cocktail party, an enthusiastic live art auction, and beautiful displays from local sponsors.  The art auction featured pieces from talented local artists such as Gordon Smith, Lawrence Paul Yuxeluptun, and David Wilson.  Here we some of my favourite pieces: 

Top: Rimi Yang. Above: David Wilson

Live Auction held by Barry Scott from Maynards.

Paul Albrighton SOLD a property in 5 hours!

#1605 1200 W Georgia St.  $399,900. Coal Harbour Vancouver. Property Details - Click here.

What does it take to sell a property so fast?

"Well first of all we are in a fast moving market and prices are going up every month, so a buyer must first realize they will have to put competitive bids on hot properties.  As an Downtown agent, you have to have your client ready from; strata information, access to inspectors, building information, sales history, to advising on how to write a truly competitive offer.  When promoting a property: speed, marketing systems, efficiency, and ease of access to information and showings is the key to selling properties fast" - Paul Albrighton

Our efficient systems and experience in Downtown Vancouver put our clients ahead of the market.  When it comes to selling or purchasing a loft or modern condo in Downtown Vancouver, use a specialist - not a generalist.

Paul Albrighton the team leader at Albrighton real estate is a happy man.  The past 30 days have drawn plenty of traffic, and has broken records.  We received over 12% higher amount of visitors between our five websites in the past 30 days.  Totalling in over 83,000 page views.  People are actively looking for Vancouver lofts, and our SEO (Seach Engine Optimization) techniques are in full gear and working fantastic.  If you have a loft to sell in Vancouver, use a specialist, not a generalist.

After much request from our clients, and web inquires Paul Albrighton is now on Twitter!  @PaulAlbrighton

low @PaulAlbrighton for updates on his day around Vancouver.  You will find comments ranging from marketing lofts, special architecture, Downtown "hot-spots", and real estate news in Vancouver - while running his day-to-day business. 

Paul Albrighton visits, comments, and links to many blogs and design websites that features outstanding lofts, modern spaces, graphic design, and contemporary furniture.  Stay tuned for some great web resources, and real estate news related to lofts, architectural property, and design.

Paul Albrighton is in the top 10% of all realtors in 2009

As of May 31st 2009, Paul Albrighton qualified for the Medallion Club, a ranking produced by the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver.  This ranking takes the "top 10%" of all active realtors in Great Vancouver.  This performance level is a true standard of excellence and qualifying requires professionalism, skill, dedication, and consistency.  For more informaton on Paul Albrighton and his marketing strategies see the marketing real estate page.

Paul Albrighton is a top agent

Paul Albrighton consistently ranks in the top 3 amongst all real estate agents at Macdonald Realty Downtown.  Selling condos and lofts from Coal Harbour, Downtown, Gastown, Yaletown, to Mount Pleasant. 

• We've sold 100% of all our listings; the average condo sells in within 3 weeks
  
• Albrighton real estate has the most dynamic selling system that guarantees maximum sales exposure for your  Vancouver condominium or loft
  
• We receive over 100 buyer inquires from our websites every month
• We distribute over 12,000 mail pieces and 10,000 email pieces per year
• We advertise in the Vancouver sun
  
• Albrighton understands 21 century buyers: their needs, expectations and what they require to act on a property listing
• Paul Albrighton uses a team; you get more than one person working for you
  
• Can you afford not to use Paul Albrighton?

When we list a $1,000,000+ property we have access to a variety of international medias including the following websites:

Luxury Portfolio:  http://www.luxuryportfolio.com/property/vancouver/yaletown_villa.cfm

Luxury Real Estate:  http://www.luxuryrealestate.com/1125395

Macrealty.com:  http://www.macrealty.com/properties/luxurypropertysearch/details.aspx?pid=390

These websites add extra internet exposure and are promoted throughout the world through different real estate brokerages.  For more information on how to get your luxury property sold, contact Paul Albrighton 604 315 5574.

For the past 6 months, Paul Albrighton has ranked the #1 agent for MacDonald Realty Ltd Downtown amongst all single agents without a sales team.  Contributing 15% of all unit sales since the beginning of January 2009. 

Un-beatable marketing systems, focused online-execution, and high-level customer service puts Paul Albrighton's real estate services amongst the best in the city.  If you are selling a Dowtown Condo or Loft be sure to use someone with expierence, effective marketing, and who offers top-level services.  Paul Albrighton at MacDonald Realty can be reached at 604 315 5574. 

In the Downtown Vancouver core, Paul Albrighton successfully sold 7.8% of all properties for the month of January, 2009. Paul Albrighton focuses on Vancouver lofts, architectural style condos, and Downtown investment properties.

"A full time marketing mentality that focuses on buyers' needs and how to get listings in front of the most people in the shortest amount of time" has been key in Paul's on-going success. The Downtown Vancouver market has proven to have over 50% less sales between September 2008 and January 2009, than the same period for 2007 - 2008.  Paul Albrighton has ranked within the top 4 agents for the MacDonald Realty Downtown office for four consecutive months, and number one for December 2008. His passion for the business attracts buyers and sellers from a variety of sources. A full-out marketing approach reaches for buyers, and provides them with the information, property listings, and resources to complete their ideal real estate transaction. Read Paul Albrighton's biography.