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Please help welcome my 98th Invitee to ActiveRain - 03:56 AM

Please help me welcome my 98th Invitee to the ActiveRain Community: Eldon Hendrix.
Eldon owns Hendrix and Sons Home Inspections out of Holiday, Florida, just 2,392.79 miles east of me.
That means that he:
is not a competitor of mine is no threat to my livelihood will cost him a lot … (40 comments)

Playing Detective... Pricing Historic Homes in Urban Neighborhoods - Step 3 - 06:04 AM

Here's the third, well, kinda the fourth (if you count the introductory teaser) installment in my series "Pricing Historic Homes in Urban Neighborhoods." You can read the rest of the series here:
IntroductionStep One - Before you price, prepare!Step Two - Preview, preview, preview
I've had a few comments come in to … (16 comments)

A Question I Get Asked Often...And My Answer Is Always The Same - 06:38 AM

"Rich, how much will the seller take for the house? Well, taking the rest of the contract into consideration, the seller will more than likely accept the listing price." Frankly, what the heck else did you expect me to say?
Even though some agents ask that question, thats really not what … (68 comments)

Why We Blog - 11:07 AM

Ever thought about why you blog? If you're like me, there's probably several reasons.
We blog to advertise our listings. Most all of us know about that great Google Juice stuff you get when you blog correctly. Did you know you can take that Google Juice a step further? Print off one of … (22 comments)

EVERYONE WANTS TO BE NOTICED...... d o y o u ? - 01:29 PM

Are YOU having trouble finding YOUR voice in the blogging world?

Here is a typical situation:

You take as much as 45 minutes to an hour typing away, finding pictures to illustrate your point(s)….. structuring the post to be coherent and readable.

Then … (48 comments)

Canyon Lake to local Businesses - Tax You! - 02:12 PM

Irony abounds. On the same day Los Angeles appointed a blue ribbon panel to study ways to reduce taxes and encourage business, the Canyon Lake City Council decided it was time to raise taxes, errr, FEES and singled out 'Professional Employees and Professional Licensees' for an additional tax, errr, FEE. (They … (3 comments)

I had an epiphany - 02:27 PM

I was thinking the other day about how I create business and strive to create business for my fellow agents. I did not get into real estate to support other agents or my broker; however, I found real estate to be "fun", exciting and luctrative. After passing the exam I discovered … (21 comments)

Electricians & Rednecks should NOT do plumbing repairs! - 02:30 PM

Sometimes, when this ole Lexington Kentucky Home Inspector is conducting a home inspection, I see things that just leave me speechless for quite awhile.
Here's one of those speechless Kentucky Home Inspector moments from yesterday.
For sure, electricians (electrical tape) and rednecks (duct tape) have no clue on how to hold plumbing … (22 comments)

SHOCK! Lenders make more money on foreclosures than short sales!? - 03:28 PM

Lenders make more money on foreclosures than from short sales or loan modifications. That's what Steve Harney converyd in a seminar. He caused an earthquake in San Francisco
We kinow that lenders turn over the short sale accounts to loan servicing companies who make our lives hell getting short sales approved. … (33 comments)

Twitter Link Statistics Provide Valuable Information and are Fun to Use - 03:33 PM

Tweeting Can Be a Real Hoot With HootSuite

I’ll admit I’ve been slow to catch onto to social media, but I am now bitten by the bug. I started using Twitter back in the spring of this year. I bumbled along for a while feeling clumsy and awkward. I just … (12 comments)

Your Searches Have Been Tracked And Are Stored - sort of - 03:41 PM

This is an interesting development. If you ever wondered how much of what you do online is available for review, here's one example of what is available. Did you forget what a site was orwhen a chat online was? Now you can research it and see - if you did it … (16 comments)

Let me Google that for you - 04:15 PM

A Realtor friend at our Keller Williams Office recently found a nifty Google application that was created to be a mock toward whomever you select as its recipient. He sent it to me as a gag, but my mind started working and I thought, it could be used as a great … (24 comments)

Confessions of a Blog Deprived Real Estate Agent..Don't Ask, Don't Learn! - 04:35 PM

So, I have been a Realtor since 1986 and feel that I am very good at what I do, though there is always room for improvement.I"m competent, caring, I make selling and buying homes fun, I know my market and the consumer there. I have a list of competent title reps, loan … (39 comments)

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Cape Coral luxury gulf access home marvels - 12:00 AM

Located some ten minutes to downtown Cape Coral and ten minutes to the Caloosahatchee River, this waterfront beauty shines. This home is a conventional sale offered at $646,000.

Looking for a large Cape Coral canal home? check
Looking for Cape Coral Gulf access home? check
Looking for a newer … (0 comments)

First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Extended Into 2010 in IDAHO! - 12:01 AM

First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Extended Into 2010! Plus...A New Tax Credit for Certain Existing Home Owners!

It's official. President Obama has signed a bill that extends the tax credit for first-time homebuyers (FTHBs) into the first half of 2010. This program had been scheduled to expire on November … (2 comments)

Are You Ready To Take Advantage Of The Next 6 Months? What Are You Afraid Of? - 12:02 AM

Now there is 6 months left in the tax credit. Don't delay getting new listings, buyers, and referrals from your database. Wait and you will miss the last boom for a while.
Are you afraid of change? If the answer is yes quit the Real Estate business today. Sounds funny but … (2 comments)

Craziest Action Alert You May Ever Receive - 12:03 AM

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Remember the biggest compliment I can receive is a referral from you!
I would love the opportunity to earn your business!
Alice Linahan Keller Williams Realtor Argyle-DFW Cell 972-322-8313
http://alicelinahan.yourkwagent.com Web site http://alicesalesdfw.com/ Blog site.
You can find me where people, homes, opportunity and a bit of imagination intersect!
Note … (4 comments)

With a Developer's Contract Get Legal Advice - 12:03 AM

I discussed the contract my first-time buyer is faced with while considering the purchase of a condo in a brand-new 5-unit development in Echo Park. The contract looked daunting on the surface, but I thought, reading through and using my knowledge of the real estate transaction would go much of the … (16 comments)

Objection Handler - GETTING A FULL COMMISSION! - 12:05 AM

We want you to cut your commission. Other agents will ...
I'm so glad that you brought that up. Let me show you exactly why it is so important that you NOT hire a discount broker.
Expenses All agents, whether they are discount brokers ... or full service brokers … (5 comments)

How To Find Potential Income In Your Business- Family Priority Investments, LLC - 12:05 AM

How many times have we heard, "write that down or write this down?" Well repetition is key, and you know the saying, "why reinvent the wheel." so go ahead and write this down.
Just like school, go get your pen and paper and/or pencil and pad and brainstorm your business for … (3 comments)

25957 Stafford Canyon Rd D, Condo in Stevenson Ranch, Ca. - 12:08 AM

25957 Stafford Canyon Rd D, Condo in Stevenson Ranch, Ca.
Adorable single story end unit condo in Stevenson Ranch. Two bedroom plus two full baths, over 1000 sq.ft. condowith views. This home shows light & bright with neutral decor, fireplace, breakfast bar, laminate floors, and one car garage. Master bedroom has … (0 comments)

7 Most Dangerous Short Sale Myths - 12:08 AM

There are millions of homeowners just like you who are looking for answers and don't know what to do. You're not alone and you're in the right place.
As a Certified Distressed Property Expert, I have training and experience in providing solutions to homeowners facing financial hardship. Despite my best … (7 comments)

Huntsville TX Real Estate - Hidden Valley - Great Location-Priced to sell - 12:09 AM

Hidden Valley Subdivision is a neighborhood conveniently located off Veterans Memorial Parkway close to I-45. Huntsville TX is only about a 60 minute commute from downtown Houston. This home has 3/2/2 and was built in 2005. Wonderful, quality built home by Davis Construction priced at $134,500.00.
www.146HiddenValley.com

Property Highlights
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Copper Basin Homes For Sale --News - 12:09 AM

We at Rosiesellshomes.com were sent this article and felt that we could share it with you.

At the beginning of November, Sacramento's new policy of borrowing from the taxpayers (interest free, of course!) went into effect. It's technically not a tax increase, but it certainly seems like one with … (0 comments)

3 Letters - 12:10 AM

RPR, MLS, NAR Change is exciting! … (1 comments)

Book reviews by Kids for Kids - By Meesha Clark - 12:17 AM

FABLEHAVEN
Book 1

Fablehaven is a great book! It's about 2 kids, Kendra and her brother Seth, who go to their rarely seen grandparents' house. They solve a little mystery about their grandpa and the large preserve he lives on. It turns out he is caretaker … (4 comments)

The Cash For Clunkers Numbers Are In, And It’s Not Pretty - 12:19 AM

John reports on just one of the great American giveaway programs. No more.
Via John Mulkey, Housing Guru (TheHousingGuru.com):
An article today in the Wall Street Journal reported that the per car cost of the additional sales generated by the Cash For Clunkers program was approximately $24,000 per car. Wow! Perhaps it would … (12 comments)

Northwest Albuquerque Homes for Sale: 9309 Seneca NW - 12:19 AM

9039 Seneca NW is now For Sale!9309 Seneca NW is located in The Trails at Las Marcadas in Northwest Albuquerque. The Trails at Las Marcadas is a section of newer homes located in Las Marcadas subdivision.Homes in the neighborhood were built in 2004-2007 by Kim Brooks Homes (now Summertree Homes). 9309 … (1 comments)

Rules for a Successful Life! (This is Fun To Read!) - 12:27 AM

The Rules for a Successful Life!
1) You will receive a body! You may like it or hate it, but it will be yours for the entire period of your life. It is up to you to maintain it as you wish.
2) You will learn lessons! You are enrolled in a full … (0 comments)

Market Report on Homes for Sale in Whittwood, Whittier, CA – November 6, 2009 - 12:27 AM

This Market Report is for the Whittier, California neighborhood known as Whittwood. Here is information about Whittwood homes for sale, as well as homes that have sold in Whittwood.

First, let me tell you what part of Whittier I am talking about. The Whittwood area is bordered on … (0 comments)

Samish Neighborhood Market Report - 12:28 AM

Samish Neighborhood Market Statistics - Bellingham Real Estate
The Samish neighborhood market statistics for October reflect the active, pending, & sold homes in the Samish area of Bellingham Real Estate market. You can use this information to help with pricing a property you might wish to sell or to help you … (2 comments)

Fremont Home Commission Rebate $12880 - 12:32 AM

Fremont Home Commission Rebate $12880 … (0 comments)

It's official!... President Obama extends and enhances Home Buyer Tax Credit - 12:32 AM

President Barack Obama signed into law a $24 billion economic stimulus bill providing tax incentives to prospective home buyers. According to the Associated Press, the bill is expected to contribute $22 billion to the economy, offering qualified home buyers up to $8,000 in tax incentives until April 30, 2010!The current bill will offer First Time Home Buyer's … (2 comments)

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