Pathway Escrow

What's escrow like? It's like trying to pilot a drone underneath a log at 40 mph. That's why we're here. To make the whole process as smooth as this pilot did. #videoisworth1000words

Make sure November 7th is on your calendar!

The Pathway team is so excited to have Cheri Spranger-Brundage and Leanne Huggins join us! The Power Team just became more powerful, watch out SCV!!

We are very excited to invite you to join us on Saturday, November 7th, 2020 as we celebrate the exciting growth and future of Pathway Escrow! Please join us for this responsibly socially distant outdoor event (please wear your masks) featuring a classic car show, drinks and special food bites. Come hang out with your favorite Escrow Team amongst beautiful classic cars and have a great time enjoying the cooler Fall temps! You will also have the opportunity to individually tour our beautiful new office in a socially responsible manner (masks required). The event will be open from 10:00 to 3:00 so please mark your calendars and drop by anytime. We look forward to seeing you here!

In less than a year, asking prices for all homes in the Santa Clarita Valley have risen by OVER $100,000. It doesn't necessarily mean home VALUES have gone up that much. Sellers are pushing the boundaries of what can be asked each and every month. #sellersmarket

The first year in real estate is the toughest. Figuring out what to do each day and implementing an effective real estate business plan is no easy task! Here are a few of the most common mistakes new agents face when starting out. 1. They Have No System for Their Business No one tells you what to do when you first get into real estate! It can be hard to build a business without a system for real estate lead generation. Agents should implement a proven system that helps them u...nderstand exactly what they must do each day to create a pipeline of quality leads. It’s also important to set goals and track progress along the way! 2. They Are Transaction-Oriented Most people can’t even remember their real estate agent’s name a year or two after a sale! That’s because many agents are hyper-focused on the transaction; they fail to stay in touch with clients and, as a result, lose out on referral opportunities. Instead, new agents should commit to keeping in touch through mailings, calls and even small appreciation gifts. Be there for clients before, during and after a transaction, and become their go-to real estate agent for friends and family. 3. They Are Available 24/7 As a new agent, you want to be there for your clients whenever you can, even if it isn’t convenient for you. However, over time, this approach will lower productivity and lead to burnout and fatigue. New agents must implement a strong real estate time management plan at the start to get the most out of each day, while maintaining an essential work-life balance. 4. They Live Paycheck-to-Paycheck Getting your first commission check is exciting! It’s tempting to spend it all right away, but before you splurge on a new car or shopping spree, you have to make sure you have all your financial bases covered. Because real estate agents do not receive a set paycheck, agents must learn how to keep business and personal expenses separate, and how to divide each commission check to pay themselves first while also covering business expenses, taxes and other costs. 5. They Look Online for Leads When building a database from scratch, buying online leads seems like an easy way to get clients quickly. However, online leads are more like soft inquiries, and the chances of them becoming lifelong clients are very low. Instead, new agents should cultivate a database through their current sphere of influencenot strangers on the internetto build relationships and generate top-quality leads.

I have some exciting news! After 48 years dedicated to my escrow desk, I am announcing my official retirement from Pathway Escrow and the escrow industry, effective December 30, 2020. I could have never made this decision without the quality team that has supported me over the past many years and I have a contented heart knowing that Pathway Escrow will remain strong and vibrant under the new leadership. I have total confidence in their ability and dedication to continue ser...vicing your escrow needs and I know that they will take Pathway Escrow into an even brighter future. We are very proud to announce that Andrea McCune has accepted the position of Manager/Escrow Officer and Rachael Harris has also accepted the position of Escrow Officer. Please reach out to them with your congratulations, they are both so very deserving of the challenges ahead of them. We are equally proud to announce that Cheri (Spranger) Brundage and her assistant Leanne Huggins will be joining our team. They bring with them a wealth of experience and will be an outstanding addition to the Pathway power team. I have spent many hours thinking of how to say Thank You for the support, and the trust you have placed in me over the years but far more, for the friendships that have grown over this time. Please accept my sincere and utmost gratitude, I am truly humbled. It will be difficult to leave all of you, but I also have a bright future ahead as we plan our move to Oregon to be near our 2 children and 2 grandsons. Once we get settled, we are certain to let you know when it’s time to visit! Thank you again for the many years we’ve had together, my love to all of you, Dianne

Tell Us Your Client's Story! Where is your seller moving? Is there another escrow tied to this one? Where is your buyer moving from? Are we coordinating with a sale escrow? Are there any unusual details such as a divorce, special needs, client out of town? Is your client an investor or is this going to be their principal residence?... Share any other information you may have and let us decide if we need to know? The more we know about your client and about the back story of this transaction, the more successful your transaction will be. Help us help your client, they deserve the best! Quality Service Skillful Execution Intelligent Direction See more

If you love your Pathway team now, you’re going to be so very exciting about what’s coming up! Stay tuned for more news!

We're getting our exercise keeping up with all of you!

The Pathway Team wishes all of you a great weekend, stay hydrated and safe!

Let’s all hope so!

Not common.... Yet.

Kids back in school. Distance learning powerhouse Khan Academy teaches lots of things.. Even Escrow. In honor of our kids starting the class year, we bring you Escrow 101, as taught by Khan. Share with a client! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=haS083Zbib4