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As one who has visited thousands of foreclosed homes, I can say with some authority that many of them suffer from a bad case of DIY Syndrome.
I live next to a river. I live next to a river for a number of reasons but preeminent among them is that I am an avid fly-fisher. I was wading out of the river one evening, enjoying that gorgeous time at the end of the day in early fall when the angle of the sun envelopes everything in a warm amber glow. As I was hanging up my waders and putting away the rest of my gear, I got to thinking about the parallels between fly-fishing and sales. Okay, maybe it’s a little weird that immediately following a meditative session … (37 comments)
You Do Know You Are the Last Person I Want To Hear From...Right?! I am quite sure that I am not alone on this, but telemarketers drive me NUTSO. When I get a phone call from a local, unknown number, I am hoping that number one, it's another agent with an offer for my listing or number two, a potential buyer calling me about helping them find the perfect home, or even number three, a potential client wanting me to list their home. The absolute LAST person I want to hear from is another person trying to SELL me the latest and greatest marketing … (190 comments)
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We recently hired 5 new Loan Originators at McCue Mortgage who are going through a 3 month training program to get licensed and to learn about our origination system and Loan Programs. We also wanted to start them off with advice from our experience Loan Originators on what they felt that the new Loan Originators will need to do to be successful Loan Officer. Below are the 10 top suggestions that our Loan Officers came up with.
Over the short course of my blog, which I started in January - the heart of winter - much ado was being made over the harsh weather all over the U.S. My intentions back then were to make up for this during our perfect summer since, in my humble opinion, Laramie has the best summers on earth . . . once they finally get here!
Things have gotten to the point where I can walk into a basement and almost smell if there's no permit pulled when they finished it. It's like the basement is saying, "Permits? We don't need no stinkin' permits!"
Do you want an agent with a good sense of humor, or do you prefer someone who is super serious, ALL THE TIME?
Has The Lebanon Ohio Real Estate Market Recovered? The first thing that comes to mind when you ask someone about the real estate market is probably "THE MARKET IS HORRIBLE!!!". But is it true? We've been analyzing the local Warren County markets and finding there's a mix of results. For instance, Mason is rapidly recovering. On the other hand, the Little Miami School District is suffering badly and continuing to drop value.
Yes, I did...and it feels so good!!!!
Why Are We Blogging Anyway?I have to admit when I first joined Active Rain in January 2011, I had no idea where all this blogging was going to take me, and if it was even going to be a Good Return on my investment. After reading Russel Ray’s latest featured post, How Much Are Active Rain Points Worth? I came up with the thought about am I blogging for points or blogging for business? Russel’s answer was easy, and figured out that all his points were worth 8 ¾ cents per point. Yes, Russel hit top of the leader board in … (132 comments)
This is the last weekend for the 2011 NY Renaissance Faire, located in Sterling Forest in Tuxedo Park, NY, a mere 15 minute drive from Monroe, NY. 
You Don't Know Jack and You Probably Don't Know Jill Either Mr. Know-It-All
How do you recruit in your office? Recruiting is the number one task of broker/owner/managers. I’ve said many times that an office is as good as the agents who work there, and we must continually recruit by searching for the right agents to compliment the reputation of the office.
I have written before on real estate investor mistakes, and one of them is worth expanding on. It is little discussed, but if an investor buys a property for rehab and resale, there is more than a simple margin to be focused on. The investor should also be guided by a realistic timetable. 
I have a listing in a very desirable part of town located near the Denver Tech Center. The home is lovely and the backyard is very inviting with a babbling brook and pond.
Super 8 - Proximate to Orlando Area … (1 comments)
Liberty Lions of Brentwood California Vs Miramonte on 9-23-11
What does a Sinus Infection and an Ear Infection look like on a baby? Mr Grumpy Pants... Poor little guy couldn't breathe so he's going around the house with his tongue sticking out like a dog panting. It's so cute... his nose is so stuffed up that, and this is gross, the nastiness is draining out his eyes...
I think the number one question we’ve heard over the past few years is “When will the market hit bottom?” And our answer is always that one person’s guess is as good as another’s. We understand that some buyers have been waiting... hoping to time the market just right and buy at the very bottom.
Irvine Nature Center Center in Owings Mills, Md.... Great Place For a Party! Irvine Nature Center Their mission is to educate and inspire current and future generations to explore, respect and protect nature. When you think nature, good times and a party...think of Irvine Nature Center. Our mission was to have a wonderful time. Mission accomplished! Our friends Chuck and Elaine invited us to celebrate Sara's Bat Mitzvah on May 30th. That's a pretty special day...also our anniversary. Being with good friends.. making special memories was a wonderful way to celebrate tow special occasions and make memories . Sara was the … (7 comments)
Getting started in real estate in 2005, I have seen quite a bit change in our local area as well as the national economy. You're probably thinking, Toby you got in the business at the wrong time. A few years ago I would have a agreed with but not now. Weathering the real estate storm has been challenging and thought provoking at the same time. To put food on the table, roof over my head, and keep gas in the truck, I have had to change how I conduct business, pay attention to my attitude (daily basis), and find ways to … (2 comments)
12037 GREEN EMERALD CT, ORLANDO FL 32837 $$$ 125,000 $$$
Often today, we go on pre-listing appointments and give the house a check up....Husband David has a construction background and an eye for the construction sort of things that home inspectors see....sooo it is his job to suggest that experts be called for the __________foundation, roof and our lengthy list of contractors who may offer assistance on everything from cleaning up the landscaping to waterproofing the basement, updating the electrical service, etc.
11928 Kenyon Road in Mount Vernon, Ohio and located within minutes of Kenyon College.
8025 REDLANDS ST, Playa Del Rey, CA 90293 … (1 comments)
As a Pensacola Investor, here are some of the mistakes that we need to avoid. There has never been no better time to buy real estate than right now. Pensacola real estate is better than the stock market or any other investment vehicle. A pensacola investor could and should receive a 15% return at the very least. I love investing in real estate and would love to show you how to make money contact me and let's make money.
Ashburn Schools - Light at End of Tunnel
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