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I have been reading about extremely slow markets in other parts of the country. I also visited a few of them during my last vacation. It has been on my mind for awhile and I have been thinking how I will adjust if and when we get in that type of market here.
Who are you blogging TO ?by Kaushik Sirkar, Chandler AZ REALTORChandler Arizona Real Estate
When I was growing up, my mom (Pat Pope) was a hard-working, top producing Realtor and my dad (John Pope) was really her biggest support system. While holding an open house, mom would arrive early to get the house properly set - curtains open, lights on, all of the usual stuff. To do it without pressure of people arriving when she was unprepared, my dad would place all of her directional open house signs out for her. And at the end of the open, dad would pick up the signs so she could leave when her stint was over. (Realtors: ever have … (43 comments)
Real estate can be a very lucrative career, but it takes hard work, perseverance, and a little luck along the way. Many people join the real estate field because of the potential for great wealth and because of the relative ease of getting a license. Little do people know how expensive, frustrating, and stressful this job can be. When getting into this exciting career of real estate, I was warned that 70% of agents are out of the business within a year. I do not know how realistic that statistic is, but it is obvious that there is a high … (37 comments)
The following is from Mr. Keith T. Garner Judge for Week 7 of Project Blogger. Keith is credited with bringing blogging to the NAR. Keith is currently the managing director for the Center for Realtor® Technology at the NAR.
Dear John,
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Thats right Seattle. We know how to start off a month of partying! Here is the plan.
UPDATE: This article was written back when I was privileged to serve our community as a 'voluntary' moderator. I was one of about 8 ActiveRain members who were asked to 'feature' articles, which included Laurie Manny, Mark Flanders, and Colleen Kulikowski.
Since I entered into the world of Active Rain Real Estate Network of Blogging I have come to understand the importance of blogging and "communicating" with my fellow peers, the public and the consumer in a considerate and respectful manner. There is no specific "criteria" to blogging although I do take into consideration that whatever I am posting and commenting on it is for the "whole world" to see. 
You're all familiar with the widget that I'm talking about. It's the one that showcases your smiling face the instant you access someone's blog. I've noticed that it's become all the rage on Active Rain and even decided to add one to the sidebar of my own blog. An industrious few have created extensive photographic libraries of past viewers by altering the MyBlogLog code. I understand all this brouhaha about transparency and the need for everyone to know all things at all times. But, is a stalker widget necessarily a good idea?
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We have posted this in an attemp to educate our clients and the public as to the real estate market conditions in Snohomish County Washington. More info can be found on our website.We hope you find this information useful.We have compiled the following data from the Northwest MLS.
Lake Hamilton offers lots more fun . . . Lake Hamilton is the most highly developed lake in the state. It is 25 miles long, has 240 miles of shorelines, and covers 9,000 acres. It offers the visitor a smorgasbord of angling opportunities including scappy redear, green, bluegill and longear sunfish; black, spotted, white and striped bass; black and white crappie; flathead, blue and channel catfish; walleye; and chain pickerel. Rainbow trout are also stocked in Lake Hamilton at the dams. Lake Hamilton has produced two state-recorded striped bass. Full urban amenities are close by Lake Hamilton, including resorts, condominiums, housing developments, … (0 comments)
Ok guy's I want everyome to contribute and post your redneck pictures and jokes here! This is one of my favorites. Hope you like it! Don't worry I have lot's more!
The fifth annual Best in Show dog show will be held June 2, at the Orleans Arena. All proceeds will go to benefit the Lied Animal shelter in Las Vegas. This year the show will be hosted by Frank Scinta (of The Scintas show) and will also feature entertainment by illusionist Steve Wyrick. Approximately 60 shelter dogs will compete in front of nationally recognized American Kennel Club judges to be named best in show. All of the dogs competing in the show will be available for adoption. 
In response to Maureen Henry here and here-- I posted a test blog --- And I finally managed to duplicate the Lost HTML bug when I added a "font color" tag. However, some of my experiments with H1, H2, H3 headers seemed to farkle all other blog posts displaying on the page so I deleted the post. (Probably a missing end tag somewhere, but I was too lazy to send out a search party.) It wasn't pretty anyway.
(PRLEAP.COM) Perry Homes in West Ranch offers homes surrounded by the natural beauty and charm of Friendswood. The new community will feature acres of green space, parks, trails and family amenities.With more than a dozen one- and two-story designs to choose from, Perry Homes in West Ranch are priced from the $270,000s and range from 3,000 to 3,800 square feet.The Perry Homes new model home in the community is currently under construction and is scheduled to open this month. Representative of Perry Homes in West Ranch and showcasing Plan 3029W, the one-story home has four bedrooms and three baths in approximately … (0 comments)
An appropriate reward for success!Location: Windsor PalmsShort Term Rentals = Investment Opportunity!This beautiful 3 bedroom condo is completely furnished with brand new living room furniture for added value. This guarded gated community with loads of amenities is close to Disney, restaurants, shopping and much more. The perfect place to be on your vacation. InformationContact InformationTeri Isner/Colleen Kulikowski407-467-5155PricingAsking Price: $199,900.00Homeowner Dues: 2976.00 annuallyProperty Location2302 Silver Palm DriveKissimmee, Fl 34747LinksOrlando Real Estate InformationFeaturesBedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 2Year Built: 2002Subdivision: Windsor Palms Located on Floor #: 3Floors in Bldg: 3Square Footage: 1269Agent Name: Teri IsnerBroker: Keller Williams at the Lakes/CelebrationMLS #: S4619985AttributesAppliancesRange/OvenFull RefrigeratorWasher/DryerDishwasherSink DisposalMicrowaveBuilding AmenitiesSwimming PoolGuest … (5 comments)
Shock and dismay are quickly followed by anger as a homeowner reads the official-looking letter from the mortgage company instructing him to make a higher payment. Did somebody lie to him? Did he somehow sign up for an Adjustable Rate Mortgage when he thought he was getting a Fixed Rate? There must be a mistake, right?
Snake season has officially begun in the Santa Clarita area, with one snake bite victim already recovering from a bite from a venomous Mojave green rattlesnake.Disclaimer: ActiveRain Corp. does not necessarily endorse the real estate agents, loan officers and brokers listed on this site. These real estate profiles, blogs and blog entries are provided here as a courtesy to our visitors to help them make an informed decision when buying or selling a house. ActiveRain Corp. takes no responsibility for the content in these profiles, that are written by the members of this community.
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