Archives of real estate blog entries for September 7, 2008 (Page 4)

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Husband asks me "when am I going to get a job?" - 06:16 PM
My husband is frustrated with me being in Real Estate. It's been over 5 years since I started Real Estate and it was good to me in the first 3 years, after that it's gone down hill. It's not from lack of effort that's for sure. I have spent thousands of dollars in marketing, done my share of open houses, broker opens, teach classes. I am a full time Realtor and I am dedicated to this. I have a passion for this business and love making clients friends for life. This is truly what has kept me in this business. But … (21 comments)

Starting a FREE networking group? - 09:45 PM
I am sure most of you have heard of several networking groups that charge a fee. I have subbed for one of the bigger networking groups (sure you know which one I am talking about, so don't need to name it) and let me tell you - I think I could start my own group and make it successful. My only questions are should it be businesses related to Real Estate -(such as, painter, handyman, electrician, roofer, etc) or should I have businesses like Avon, Coffee shops, Floral, Printers, etc? I only want to have individuals in the group that I would … (6 comments)

Bravo TV show - Million Dollar Listings - 09:59 PM
The next time someone asks me where do you see yourself or hope to see yourself in the next 5 years - I will answer - I hope to see myself on Bravo - listing million dollar homes left and right! Have you seen this show - there are three guys who are Realtors one being a Broker they are around 21 years old and list/sell multi-million dollar homes in California. Yeap, that will be me! I have had clients ask me why I am not selling the million dollar homes in Minnesota-one answer, don't know! I should, I am capable! … (15 comments)

Listing appointment via email. - 10:12 PM
I had a referral this week for a listing. They contacted me via email and stated that their contract for their last Realtor was up and that they wanted to see what I had to offer. Keep in mind that, they were referred to me 6 months ago and they decided to go with a friend of a friend. Now 6 months later,  home hasn't sold and they are asking for my help. But first would like to know what my commission is via email and basically know all about my marketing plan. First of all, I don't do listing appointments … (8 comments)

Christmas gift idea for clients that gets them to call you! - 10:46 PM
My idea to start a networking group, sparked another idea to make my own "yellow pages" directory for my past clients and something to give to future prospects. After establishing the group which gives me a couple of months - I would then have everyone in the business networking group - contribute to advertise their company (which is way cheaper than the actual yellow pages or newspaper) in our own booklet. (#1 which means I need to find a printing company for my group). They could advertise coupons, or discount by just stating they seen them in the booklet. I want my … (5 comments)

Has "The Secret" worked for you in regarding Real Estate? - 11:14 PM
I need to remember "The Secret" the law of attraction when it comes to hard times in Real Estate! I need to stay positive and just move forward! Have you had success with "The Secret"? It was a huge thing people were talking about several months ago, what happend to it now? I need to stay focused and go ahead and write on my calendar 10 closings a month and visualize it and see it happen!
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Down Payment Assistance Programs? Do you want to see them go away? Please support... rally in D.C. - 03:53 PM
 
There are two types of down payment assistance programs. The one that is used the most are used through companies such as Nehemiah, AmeriDream, or Genesis.... yes, there are others.  Well, if you truly believe that we can't lose these types of programs, please read this post.
The March to Washington D.C. - Taking back Down Payment Assistance Programs
 
For an excellent post on the ins and outs of DPA programs, please read this by Ken Cook. Opposition of Down Payment Assistance

Overall, this is not a joke. If you are serious about real estate, serious … (0 comments)

Down Payment Assistance Programs? Do you want to see them go away? Please support... rally in D.C. - 03:56 PM
 
There are two types of down payment assistance programs. The one that is used the most are used through companies such as Nehemiah, AmeriDream, or Genesis.... yes, there are others.  Well, if you truly believe that we can't lose these types of programs, please read this post.
The March to Washington D.C. - Taking back Down Payment Assistance Programs
 
For an excellent post on the ins and outs of DPA programs, please read this by Ken Cook. Opposition of Down Payment Assistance

Overall, this is not a joke. If you are serious about real estate, serious … (0 comments)

Down Payment Assistance Programs? Do you want to see them go away? Please support... rally in D.C. - 03:58 PM
I hope it's okay to post this in this group, but we all need to be aware of this.....  thanks in advance.
 
There are two types of down payment assistance programs. The one that is used the most are used through companies such as Nehemiah, AmeriDream, or Genesis.... yes, there are others.  Well, if you truly believe that we can't lose these types of programs, please read this post.
The March to Washington D.C. - Taking back Down Payment Assistance Programs
 
For an excellent post on the ins and outs of DPA programs, please read this by Ken … (0 comments)

Down Payment Assistance Programs? Do you want to see them go away? Please support... rally in D.C. - 03:59 PM
 
There are two types of down payment assistance programs. The one that is used the most are used through companies such as Nehemiah, AmeriDream, or Genesis.... yes, there are others.  Well, if you truly believe that we can't lose these types of programs, please read this post.
The March to Washington D.C. - Taking back Down Payment Assistance Programs
 
For an excellent post on the ins and outs of DPA programs, please read this by Ken Cook. Opposition of Down Payment Assistance

Overall, this is not a joke. If you are serious about real estate, serious … (0 comments)

Down Payment Assistance Programs? Do you want to see them go away? Please support... rally in D.C. - 04:04 PM
I hope this is okay, but I am adding this post into this group, because some of these neighborhoods might exist without the help of DPA programs....  thanks in advance.
 
There are two types of down payment assistance programs. The one that is used the most are used through companies such as Nehemiah, AmeriDream, or Genesis.... yes, there are others.  Well, if you truly believe that we can't lose these types of programs, please read this post.
The March to Washington D.C. - Taking back Down Payment Assistance Programs
 
For an excellent post on the ins and outs … (0 comments)

Down Payment Assistance Programs? Do you want to see them go away? Please support... rally in D.C. - 04:06 PM
 
There are two types of down payment assistance programs. The one that is used the most are used through companies such as Nehemiah, AmeriDream, or Genesis.... yes, there are others.  Well, if you truly believe that we can't lose these types of programs, please read this post.
The March to Washington D.C. - Taking back Down Payment Assistance Programs
 
For an excellent post on the ins and outs of DPA programs, please read this by Ken Cook. Opposition of Down Payment Assistance

Overall, this is not a joke. If you are serious about real estate, serious … (0 comments)

Ultimate Headache Cure! - 01:56 PM
Write My Ads!  The ultimate cure for a headache!
Well - perhaps that's overstating things a bit.  But - the following product/service has proved invaluable in helping drafting compelling descriptions for our listings!
 
WriteMyAds.com offers the complete and affordable ad-writing solution for real estate professionals.  It's the easiest way to automatically generate creative house ads in seconds.  WriteMyAds.com helps you manage your advertisements by property, track ads by agent, track ads by publication and manage photos for each property.  You can quickly combine the ads and photos for multiple properties into one convenient package for instant delivery by email to … (4 comments)

Labor Day...summer over? - 08:44 PM
Well Labor Day has come and gone and once again the crowds have diminished.  Living and working on the island, it seems we need to better market October through December on the beach.  Walking on the beach is so much nicer after the summer season.  The temperatures have cooled off somewhat and there are fewer sunbathers.
If you want to walk your pet, this is also a good time to take to the beach. 
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Wonderfully upgraded Home for Sale in Shoreline, WA - 12:36 PM
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The James B. Hogg House, Circa 1890, Exquisite Victorian home for sale in Port Townsend, WA - 12:38 PM
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US Government takes over mortgage giants - 07:36 PM
The Bush administration's seizure of troubled mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac is potentially a $200 billion bet that it will help reverse a prolonged housing and credit crisis.
must read info for every real estate related individual - click here
U.S. Seizes Mortgage Giants
question is: when does the Government Bailouts stop?
Wish I had a chance at a government bailout for my business..... What are your thoughts?
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Las Vegas Real Estate Agents - Promote Your Listings Here - 10:09 PM
Here is a great source to get great search engine exposure. click here
It is important to have a buyer's representative help you in your new home search. Steve Harless can represent your best interests while negotiating on your behalf. To get started, an in house lender is available to you so that you can obtain the lowest financing possible. 
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1298 Sunburst Rd, Evington, VA 24550 - Brick Ranch Video Tour- $115,900 - 11:59 PM
THIS HOME IS READY FOR NEW OWNERS! Take a video tour of this home featuring:
 
Three Bedrooms Low maintenance Ranch style  Refinished oak hardwood flooring Evington, VA, located just outside the city of Lynchburg Campbell County tax rate of .43 per $100 assessed value Brookville School District Brick Exterior Full walkout basement Fenced backyard Convenient to Roanoke & Lynchburg 1 year old heat pump 1 year old electric hot water heater  
www.lynchburgmls.com, MLS # 241957. For more information or to set up a showing, contact:
 
Debbie Malone, Realtor (R)
RE/MAX 1st Olympic
20395 Timberlake Rd
Lynchburg, Va 24502
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Why do you blog? - 02:41 PM
This is a follow-up to yesterday's post Is Your Blog Crap?.
In that post I shared a conversation between myself and my husband Brett concerning blogging.  More accurately his opinion on blogging and how he feels it is a passing fad which is quickly becoming overdone.  For the record, I don't agree with that blanket statement, but he does have some valid points.
Last night he went on to say, (before I changed the subject) that "blogging has become the new treadmill to be put on by the marketing people.  You have to blog because everyone else in your industry blogs; … (23 comments)

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