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Do You Tell Your Clients When You Are Going on Vacation?

Debbie Reynolds, "The Real Debbie Reynolds" (Prudential PenFed Realty)
Do You Tell Your Clients When You Are Going on Vacation? It is that time of year when more and more agents plan trips and will be away from their businesses. Or will they? With connectivity being as integrated as it is, many agents can…

With Time Think Investment

Gary Woltal - Assoc. Broker REALTOR® SFR Dallas Ft. Worth (Keller Williams Realty)
While in past blog articles I have disagreed with consumers, the National Assn of REALTORS, other agents, that your PRIMARY home is NOT an investment, but a cost, and a liability rather and more importantly SHELTER, when it comes to TIME I think…

A new country song for Realtors and the fun of Active Rain

Debb Janes~Realtor® Camas, Washington EcoBroker (The Carl Group, LLC)
I recently wrote a post lamenting the inconsiderate spots where "some" listing agents place lockboxes. I called it The Lockbox Blues. While a number of comments suggested it might make a good country tune - Bruce Walter went the extra step. Doesn't…

When will sellers learn? Safety, the concerns with selling the home.

Clint Mckie Desert Sun Home Inspections Home Inspections in Carlsbad New Mexico, Desert Sun Home Inspection (Desert Sun Home Inspections/ Energy Audits)
When will sellers learn? Safety, the concerns with selling the home. As many of the followers of Desert Sun Home inspections in Carlsbad, New Mexico knows, I have posted time and time again about the safety within and outside the home. The…

Take control, you're the only one who can make the changes that make a difference.

Roger D. Mucci Lake, Cuyahoga and Geauga Counties (Shaken...with a Twist 216.633.2092)
Take control, you're the only one who can make the changes that make a difference. Do you ever find yourself feeling disappointed because of people, life, things? I think it’s a pretty common feeling for many of us at times. I…

What I Learned This Week at Active Rain-May 12-May 18, 2013.

Kathy Streib-Home Stager-Palm Bch County South Florida - 561-914-6224 (Room Service Home Staging)
What I Learned This Week At ActiveRain- May 12 -May 18, 2013. I learn something new every day at ActiveRain! With this series I try to highlight one post per day that gave me that “lightbulb” moment. It could be something techie,…

A New Craft Beer Store in Warner Robins GA - The Lazy Dog Growler

Homes for Sale in Warner Robins GA | Warner Robins Real Estate Agent, Anita Clark Realtor® (ColdwellBanker SSK Realtors ~ 478.960.8055)
A New Craft Beer Store in Warner Robins GA - The Lazy Dog Growler New Craft Beer Store in Warner Robins GA Beer drinkers in middle GA are rejoicing as a new craft beer store in Warner Robins GA - The Lazy Dog Growler will be opening its doors…

YOU CAN'T MAKE THIS STUFF UP

Webster, Ma Conrad Allen, Realtor (Re/Max Professional Asociates)
I sold a ranch to a long time customer (3 real estate transactions over the years). He was using his VA benefits to purchase this home. He went through a national lender. He is well qualified and has a great credit score. The home will appraise but…

ALWAYS Have a "Plan B"

Sally & David Hanson WI Realtors Luxury\Short Sale\CDPE\ABR\e-Pro\REDS (Keller Williams 414-525-0563)
You just never know when you have a listing… the first buyer may write an offer… an inspection may require an amendment… a price reduction… some other contract condition may arise. That is a part of what makes real estate interesting…

Last Week's Favorites: May 12th - 18th

Patricia Kennedy (Evers & Company Realtors)
This week's edition is coming from my home! It's wonderful to be back after two weeks after getting my new bionic knees. And without further adieu, here is last week's list: Jay Markanich: Shrouded In Mist And A Civil War Remembrance Jay brings…

Sisal Carpeting - What is it?

Westchester Flooring - Debbie Gartner -Hardwood Floors Carpet Tile Refinish - (Floor Coverings International Westchester NY & Stamford CT)
What is sisal carpeting Why is it becoming so popular in Westchester County? Sisal is a natural carpet fiber made from the Agave plant's long spiny leaves (species Agave sisalana) It's is a highly durable and resilient carpet that is often…

Pasadena Buyer Asks Can I Make Multiple Offers Yet Buy Just One Home?

Michael Jacobs, Pasadena CA/SanGabriel Valley Realtor, 818.516.4393 cell (Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate)
Pasadena Buyer Asks Can I Make Multiple Offers Yet Buy Just One Home? The term multiple offers is pretty common in Pasadena real estate but the phone call this week was from a Pasadena buyer: can I make multiple offers? Of course, you…

Odd Stuff Left in the Woods

Bob Crane (Woodland Management Service)
Things you find in the forest I am accustomed to finding odd things in the forest, often in a place where you feel so remote that humans seldom venture much less leave things behind. Sometimes it is as simple as an abandoned farmstead…

Atlanta Home Buyers Be Ready!

Kathy Sheehan (Prospect Mortgage)
Atlanta home buyers be ready! The spring market is in full swing and that means home buyers need to ready. Ready not just to write the offer once they find their dream home, but most importantly be ready financially. So before you look at that first…

Is it Ethical to Use Purchased Blog Posts?

Marte Cliff (Marte Cliff Copywriting)
Is it ethical for you to use pre-written blog posts? Not long ago I read an ActiveRain post condemning the use of purchased blog posts. The writer claimed it was misleading - and unethical. Then a few days later a commenter on one of my posts…

The Fear of Failure Limits Your Activities

Lou Ludwig CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRES, TRC, e-PRO, (Ludwig & Associates)
Motivational Power Quote The Fear of Failure Limits Your Activities “One who fears failure limits his activities. Failure is only the opportunity to more intelligently begin again. ” Henry Ford 1863 – 1947, American…

Timing, Timing, Timing in Las Vegas Real Estate

Rob Flitton, Rob Flitton "The Closer" (Urban Nest Realty)
How does the phrase “Timing, Timing, Timing” relate to the Las Vegas Real Estate Market SEE THE ORIGINAL BLOG POST HERE SUBSCRIBE TO ROB FLITTON'S BLOG & LAS VEGAS REAL ESTATE NEWS HERE The most over-used and over…

I Hit 700,000 AR Point Mark in Katy and Google Penguin Questions

Robert Gilbert(Bob) Realtor, CPA, MBA, Katy TX Real Estate Expert -281-904-6772, bobgilbertre (PRUDENTIAL ANDERSON PROPERTIES)
I Hit 700, 000 AR Point Mark in Katy and Google Penguin Questions Earlier this week I reached the ActiveRain 700, 000 point mark and frankly no one but me noticed. I guess that was no surprise but I have always been too laid back to blow my own…

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