Landscaping Done Right - 10:46 AM
I am new to landscaping. I recently moved in to a 100-year-old home. For at least 30 of the last 100 years, large vines grew up all over the home. They have been removed, or at least tamed, but their root systems remain. I have tried several different tools for slicing through the roots to allow my own plantings room to grow, but the battle rages on. As I try my hand at shaping the garden to look the way it does in my mind -- mostly pretty groupings of shade perennials with informal organization, I think the best thing I did was to wait a season before making any huge … (0 comments)
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You Must be Angry At Something; But you can be Discontented With Everything - 09:22 AM
Unrealistic Seller, in A Buyers Market? Greg White ponders the endless question, when it an offer good enough?
John Steinbeck once said "No man really knows about other human beings. The best he can do is to suppose that they are like himself." In a declining market sellers are often frustrated. However, the emotional bond one creates when faced with the possibility of selling ones home can trigger unrealistic expectations.
The conflict of desire and want clash constantly. An old proverb states "Discontents arise from our desires oftener than from our wants." The seller desires a sale. The monetary want is the … (16 comments)
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Exclusive Residential Lot Available - 11:09 PM
One of the last remaining lots left and only one currently for sale in Roark Hills, a new upscale neighborhood located in the heart of Branson. Completely surrounded by gorgeous custom-made homes, this large vacant lot is ready for a dream home. Partially cleared and ready for development, it features public water, sewer and underground electric already in place. Convenient location just blocks away from major shopping, entertainment, restaurants, and Branson Elementary School - a convenient commute to work!
Virtual Tour: http://www.CharlieGerken.com/Listing/VirtualTour.aspx?ListingID=1126315
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Wash Rags To Riches! - 11:12 PM
The only Laundromat in Branson, this money-making vending business is a great turn-key opportunity! Entire inside is completely remodeled; everything from the floor tiles to the ceiling tiles. All new machines and the systems that run them. Nothing to replace for years! Laundromat has established local clientele and is a popular destination for thousands of loyal visitors and campers. Building is leased by Gerken & Associates Realtors in the same high-volume traffic shopping center. Listing agent must accompany to show.
Slideshow: http://www.CharlieGerken.com/Listing/VirtualTour.aspx?ListingID=1130452
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Large Home Sitting on Double-Lot - 11:18 PM
Located in convenient Branson subdivision, this elagant home sits on a large fully-fenced, double-lot snug inside city limits. It is beautifully decorated by well-maintained landscape and sprinkler system. The upper level features a large heated and cooled private sunroom and walk-out lower section of home is completely handicap accessibility. New carpet throughout! And just minutes away from major shopping, entertainment, restaurants, and Branson Schools.
Slideshow: http://www.CharlieGerken.com/Listing/VirtualTour.ashx?listingid=1131162
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The Business Boosters Collection - 12:59 PM
I subscribe to this newsletter that provides great inspiration as well as tips. This insight fuels imagination and motivates me to keep plugging on. When you need the daily inspiration to keep your business and lifestyle moving, whether it be music orprint materials, seek the numerous resources available on-line or find a bookstore. You will be healthier, wealthier and wiser.
Read on for today's Business Booster:
The Art of Happiness Making Each Day Your Best
In The Art of Happiness*, the Dalai Lama shares this powerful insight into life:"I believe that the very purpose of our life is to seek happiness. That is … (2 comments)
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Maine's Healthcare Is Within The Nations Top 10 !! - 02:01 PM
Visit the Dailey; MaineBiz for your inbox. It's a headliner for MaineBiz.biz and the newsprint; Maine's Business News Source. Great content for the curious Maine'ah. Sign up for it in your email.
In this issue, they report where Maine ranks in the nations best in regards to Healthcare. Read on;
Study: Maine's healthcare 5th best in nationMaine's healthcare system is among the best in the country, according to a new report by the Commonwealth Fund, a private foundation in New York City.
In a study developed to complement the foundation's 2006 "National Scorecard on U.S. Health System Performance," the "State Scorecard" placed Maine fifth … (0 comments)
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Mortgage Rate Update --- Interest Rates Change Daily - 03:50 PM
This is not spam! So, whoever flagged my last weeks blog as spam. Please don't!!! Post a comment if you have a problem with my posts!
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Localism Week in Review June 9th - June 16th - 11:41 AM
I thought I spent a lot of time reading posts on ActiveRain, until Neal Bloom asked if I would like the honor of doing the Localism in Review. I jumped at the chance; I have family in town and a couple buyers this week but thought no problem. Wow, we put out a lot of information for Localism. It was difficult to keep up with some of you, but I managed to read a ton.
I would like to take this opportunity to encourage some of you to be sure to submit your posts to Localism and not just the Localism group … (64 comments)
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Sunriver Oregon Vacation Homes - 10:32 PM
Looking for a great vacation get away where the lifestyle is like most can only dream of? The beauty of Central Oregon is all around you and Sunriver has it all. Sunriver is the perfect place to just relax. There is something for everyone to do in Sunriver. Sunriver features 2 golf courses, miles upon miles of paved bike paths, The Big Deschutes River, close to Mt. Bachelor for Skiing, more lakes than you can visit in a week and so much more.
Real Estate in Sunriver can be a little complex so having an agent that knows the market, the area … (13 comments)
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How to Become a Lifelong "activerain" Learner - 10:30 PM
How to Become a Lifelong ACTIVERAIN Learner
By Ralph R.Roberts
ACTIVERAIN, June 2007-"You are only as good as the people you meet, the books you read, and the tapes you listen to." - Charlie "Tremendous" Jones
The pace of change both in the world and in the real estate industry is rapidly accelerating. Technology is streamlining operations, transforming neighborhoods into global communities, and enabling real estate agents to go mobile. You can now vacation on the French Riviera while following up with clients in Colorado. In addition, real estate is becoming more of a team sport, empowering agent teams to increase efficiency and boost both productivity … (2 comments)
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Tapping into the Flipping Fad: 5 Business Boosting Strategies for Loan Officers to Share with Agents - 10:55 PM
Tapping into the Flipping Fad: 5 Business Boosting Strategies for Loan Officers to Share with Agents
By Ralph R. Roberts, CRS, GRI
While many novice real estate investors readily call a roofer when a roof is leaking, or a contractor to renovate a bath or kitchen, they often view real estate agents as superfluous overhead. Unfortunately, investors focus on an agent's commissions, while often overlooking the value an agent can add to their investment business. As a loan officer, you can expand your business by helping agents understand how they themselves can be indispensable to the rehab investor.
To appeal to investors, agents simply … (1 comments)
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Finish Before You Begin! - 07:09 AM
Okay, let's try a small experiment... Close your eyes for a moment, and let your imagination take over. Picture yourself as a buyer walking through a home you may wish to purchase. As you step from the fresh outdoor summertime breeze into the home, your nose immediately notices a slight musty smell. The home appears in good condition except for carpeting that shows heavy wear from the activities of a large family and three dogs.
Once inside, you mention the heavily worn carpeting. The homeowners explain that they will recarpet the home. They point out new carpet samples on the dining … (11 comments)
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A Tale of Two Open Houses! - 10:28 AM
Let me begin by saying that I am not a huge fan of Open Houses. Personally, I would rather spend my Sunday afternoons (the time when most Open Houses are conducted in my area) with my family...or fishing. As a result, I rarely host Open Houses. When I do, it is usually the very first Sunday after a property comes on the market as I am able to take advantage of the "newness" of the listing and any pent-up demand of buyers looking for that type of property.
But I degress...This story is about two very different real estate agents and how … (23 comments)
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What is a "Real Estate Investor?" - 03:05 PM
By: David Kucic, Hawaii Home Buying and Selling Team
About a year ago I started a quarterly real estate newsletter that I walk door to door and pass out through my neighborhood. It has helped me to meet some of my neighbors, get to know my neighborhood better and also to get a few phone calls and emails from some of my neighbors. They have told me they like the newsletter and some have asked for more information. That's what I intended it for so I guess that it must be working.
What I did not expect to happen was to have one of … (9 comments)
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PRICE REDUCED- $214,900- Beautiful 4 BR Home For Sale in Wesley Chapel - 05:32 PM
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SALE PENDING!!! Meadow Pointe, Wesley Chapel, Florida - 05:34 PM
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Competent Service...How good is your agent - 08:43 PM
I had buyers coming in from out of state to view homes this weekend. I pulled a bunch of stuff for them to choose from and I lined up about 8-9 homes to show them on Saturday.
It's June here in New Hampshire just like everywhere else. When I looked at this listing sheet I couldn't believe my eyes. The picture in MLS of this home still had snow in the yard. Then when reading the description I noticed the listing sheet said "won't last long". I had to laugh when I noticed the list date...this property was listed the end of … (20 comments)
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Active Rain-NAR and Stagers...How cool. - 07:08 PM
I thought this was so cool, I'm not sure if anyone posted about it but if they did I missed it.
I am a regular visitor to the NAR's website REALTOR.org . I like it because I usually can find lots of good information there and it's all free for me to use. Plus I really like to get as much bang as I can out of my dues dollars.
Today while surfing the site I was checking out seller tips and Home staging. I think in this market staging is becoming all the more important and I wanted to see … (24 comments)
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Internet Home Buyers - 08:05 AM
Here are some interesting stats about California real estate, the buyer, seller, the real estate agent and how the Internet is impacting it all. We have spent the last seven months converting, upgrading and systemitizing things to improve our service for the "connected customer."
We love it when visitors "drop in" via the IM widget!
If you're interested in real estate in the San Ramon or TriValley areas of California, we'd love to hear from you. Our V.I.P. Buyer Service reduces the hassle factor for buyers searching for property.
Hindsight in the California Housing Market
Share of first-time buyers fell to the second … (0 comments)
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