Video on Your Website - Good Idea? - 07/30/07 10:49 PM
Realtor magazine had an article (Motion, sound builds brands). They offered some examples of using video on your website to add more depth. They gave a couple of examples:
www.dougdevitre.com
www.pasalagroup.com
www.amberdowney.com
www.lagunabeachretreat.com
My question to the AR members.... are you using this type of video? Are you creating the video yourself or having it professionally … (4 comments)
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Facts about Arizona: Why It Is The Best Place To Live and Visit! - 07/29/07 06:49 PM
I have many people and family members who ask me why I love Arizona. I am from Pennsylvania, and lived in Ohio, Florida and Texas before moving to Arizona when I was a teenager. I now have lived here for over 20 years and could not imagine living anywhere else. I know, everyone … (7 comments)
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Vacation or More Work? - 07/29/07 06:05 PM
This is my first year in real estate. My past career in restaurants meant 80 hour work weeks. The stress and burn out can be difficult and after 20 years, I needed a change. I have heard many agents saying that you need to work 80 hours a week in real … (2 comments)
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Career Advice...... Help - 07/29/07 05:56 PM
Well, for those of you who have read my blog, you know this is my first year in the business. I have made some good progress in the residential and land sales areas. I am enjoying the residential side, but my long term goal is commercial real estate. My career background … (1 comments)
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Search Engine Help!!!!!!! - 07/29/07 05:50 PM
I have been online for a few months. I have been working hard on my SEO and have made some progress. My name (Brad Snyder) happens to be the same as a Cleveland Indians ballplayer and it has made moving up in Google a little tough. I had to pay $1500.00 for … (11 comments)
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Creative Ways to Get Your Listings Sold - 07/29/07 05:44 PM
Broker Agent News had an article about creative ways to get your listings sold. They suggested the same things that we already know, like "price it right". I have just closed my first two deals and have another two in escrow. I am still pretty new and I have had some … (2 comments)
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How's your income compared to last year? - 07/29/07 05:37 PM
We are 1/2 way through 2007 and the media keeps screaming how bad the market is. It got me wondering....... how are you doing so far this year? In a percentage scale, are you up or down in income over last year and by what percent. I am hearing from many … (2 comments)
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Ignore ME! Yes.... You Should Read This. - 07/24/07 09:53 PM
Hey......... did you click on this blog after reading the title? I am still trying to find my "Blog Legs". I am sometimes in a "serious" mood and sometimes in a "Lets see what happens" mood. I know I want to find my area of expertise and find my readers. I … (10 comments)
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Is Real Estate a Good Career? What would you say? - 07/24/07 04:00 PM
So you have a friend that comes to you and asks you if it would be a good decision to start a real estate career. What would you say??I think real estate is a viable alternative to traditional careers, and it gives you a certain level of freedom. I think this is … (6 comments)
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Blog Etiquette..... Who Needs It!! - 07/22/07 09:02 AM
I have been blogging for a couple of months now. I have been trying to get better about my blog topics and my etiquette. I have noticed that many AR bloggers have commented on etiquette. In my opinion, it is all a bunch of bull. I hope that didn't offend anyone......................Etiquette is important if … (11 comments)
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The Sky Is Falling!!! The Sky Is Falling!!! NO...... It isn't - 07/21/07 11:28 PM
We have all heard the story "The Sky Is Falling" a fable (also known as Chicken Little) about a chicken who believes the sky is falling. The phrase has also become used to indicate a hysterical or mistaken belief that disaster is imminent.
OK..... their are more homes on the market than last … (9 comments)
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My first home Inspection! Lions and tigers and bears... oh my!! - 07/20/07 12:14 PM
Well.... I am here at my first home inspection. My buyer's are excited, we had been looking for the perfect home at the perfect price. My buyer's had a big wish list and a little budget and I am thinking there is no way we can find the right house in … (4 comments)
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Are We There Yet? A new agents thoughts........ - 07/18/07 11:15 PM
How many times do we hear that from our kids? I have only been a new agent for a few months, but I have 3 different land contracts and a home under contract. It is very exciting and as the closing dates get closer, and we get through one inspection and … (3 comments)
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Custom Calendar Marketing: HELP!! - 07/17/07 09:29 PM
I have talked to agents and seen posts here on AR about custom calendars to give to your clients, friends and families. I think this is a great opportunity to get something in the hands of people that they will use all year long. I am not sure how long it … (6 comments)
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What Happens When you Blog? Why Do You Blog? - 07/17/07 09:43 AM
I am still very new to blogging. I stumbled on ActiveRain on the internet and signed up. I now have spent several months reading, learning, laughing and sharing a little of what I thought someone might find interesting. The Blog phenomenon seams to be in its infancy and as we have … (6 comments)
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San Fransico Trip.... What should we do? - 07/17/07 08:23 AM
Well.....it has gotten too hot here in Arizona, so I decided to take my wife to San Fransisco for our 8th wedding anniversary next week. We are both excited as we have never been there. We know we want to see Alcatraz and the Golden Gate bridge. For those of you … (2 comments)
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America's best places to live?? - 07/16/07 06:45 PM
OK..... Have you seen Relocate-America.com's annual top 10 list of America's best places to live? I read an article today about this topic and could'nt disagree more. Below are the top 10 cities on Relocate-America.com's "America's Top 100 Places to Live for 2007":
Asheville, N.C. Traverse City, Mich. Ithaca, N.Y. Chicago Cary, … (7 comments)
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Blogitis: Is this for real? Do you have Blogitis? - 07/13/07 09:36 AM
I am new to blogging, only a couple of months. I have noticed numb fingertips and sudden weird pains where I was not used to having one. So I go to google and type in the symptoms and find this word "Blogitis"!! Is this for real or just the latest fake new disease. I find myself … (11 comments)
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Converting FSBO's: Is it easier in a slow market? - 07/13/07 09:14 AM
New listings getting harder to get theses days as the slow down in the market continues. I have seen a increase in calls from FSBO letters that I send out and when I knock on doors, people are more willing to talk. I have also been getting calls from Talking House. This company … (7 comments)
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One Positive Attitude, and Super Size it!! - 07/12/07 08:49 PM
I am pretty new to real estate, however I am learning fast that it's easy to get stressed out and anxious. The one thing I know for sure is in order to be successful, you must start with a positive attitude. I know this topic is nothing new, but I don't think we can … (3 comments)
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A new Agent Perspective on the Real Estate market - 07/12/07 09:40 AM
I have just left a 15 year successful career for a new career in real estate. I have been asked about a million times if I am crazy. "The market is bad", "The boom is over", "There are too many agents", "Homes aren't selling", "What are you thinking???".
So why have I … (4 comments)
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Smiling Through Brighter, Whiter Teeth! Yeah Baby!! - 07/11/07 11:35 PM
Ok...... The market is slowing down and we are all thinking about what we need to be doing to be better real estate professionals. I figured it out! Brighter, Whiter Teeth!
I know, its late and this might seem to be a stretch.......... but your smile is one of the first things … (7 comments)
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Buy, Buy, Buy!!! What are you waiting for? Buy a house today!!!!! - 07/11/07 11:23 PM
So, I keep reading in the newspaper, on the cable news shows, and even here on AR that the market will be down for a while, and I have even heard the talking heads recommend that buyers wait another 6 months. What for? I think this is as good a time to buy … (3 comments)
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Realtor.com vs. Realtor.org......identity crisis? - 07/10/07 04:57 PM
I am a relatively new agent and a member of NAR. I paid my dues and have spent a little time on the Realtor.org website, which is for the realtor's, but Realtor.com is different and does not appear to rum by the NAR and appears to be for clients. So what are … (3 comments)
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Appraisals: Should seller's get one before they list?? - 07/10/07 09:40 AM
So..... the market is changing and home prices are down. As we go to listing appointments, should we be recommending the seller get a appraisal? Is it worth the $300 or $400 upfront appraisal fee?
I think in today's market it is important to explain to a client that setting their homes sale … (3 comments)
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Signing a New Builder....How does this help you? - 07/10/07 09:28 AM
I am a relatively new agent and I have been working with a new builder in our area. I am meeting with the builder and my broker in hopes of signing the builder with our office. I have noticed that some of the most successful agents in our area have a … (2 comments)
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Realtor Mssion Statement - Do you have one?? - 07/09/07 04:48 PM
OK....... I have heard that I should have a mission statement. I would love to hear what the experienced AR members have to say about Mission Statements and business plans. Are they effective?Do you use them?Is this more for your own goal setting or for your client's information?Is there a formula … (6 comments)
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What's you specialty? Land? Homes? Commercial? Property Management? - 07/09/07 08:42 AM
I am relatively new to my real estate career. As I embark on this career choice, the question of what to specialize in comes up. I noticed that many real estate professionals specialize in something. How did you make that choice? Was it on purpose or by accident? One agent who … (1 comments)
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e-Pro - Is it worth it???? - 07/07/07 09:59 AM
OK........ I am a relatively new agent and have been getting bombarded with e-Pro calls and e-mails saying how it is the one certification that I must have.
The NAR obviously says it is the way to be connected to the consumers of tomorrow. It is over $300 and I wonder … (15 comments)
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Bill of NO rights - Enough is Enough - 07/06/07 08:48 AM
Here we are on the 4th of July week, celebrating our independence day. Well here is one of my favorite and fun "Bill of No Rights" Courtesy of Lewis W. Napper. If you have not read this before, enjoy. Just a little fun for the week. (FYI, I am over 10 posts this week … (5 comments)
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Redneck Neighbors - What do you do????? - 07/04/07 01:32 PM
So..... there are a ton of homes on the market and your ready to sell. There is one problem, you have Redneck Neighbors. You know what I mean, cars in the yard, four foot tall weeds and trash everywhere. You other neighbors just cry as they drive by as they watch … (20 comments)
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Power of Positive Thinking in Uncertain times - 07/04/07 12:55 PM
The real estate boom is over and the real work begins now. This is gut-check time, where the best real estate agents rise to the challenges ahead or many will, start choosing a new career.It is time to realize and use the "Power of Positive Thinking". Thoughts are very powerful.As each … (11 comments)
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Why you should visit Southern Arizona: Sonoita Wine Country - 07/03/07 02:16 PM
Sonoita Arizona is home to rolling grasslands and some of the most panaramic views you'll see anywhere. Sonoita, Arizona has lots of fun things to do. from the backroading in Jeep Trails and on Forest Service roads, or on old mining roads take you into the back country for a glimpse of … (0 comments)
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Why you should visit Southern Arizona: Fort Huachuca - 07/03/07 11:59 AM
Southeast Arizona is amazing......OK, yes I live here and sell real estate here so I am a little prejudiced. If you have never visited Arizona, you are truly missing and incredible vacation and maybe missing the best place to live in the country. Today I am talking about Fort Huachuca. Fort … (0 comments)
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Why you should visit Southern Arizona: Bisbee - 07/03/07 09:33 AM
Bisbee is tucked in the Mule Mountains of southeastern Arizona and is only 100 miles southeast of Tucson. To stop in Bisbee, is to stop in time and this amazing little town left is picturesque. When you walk the streets of old Bisbee, you can imagine what it must have been … (0 comments)
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Why you should visit Southern Arizona: Tombstone - 07/03/07 09:20 AM
Tombstone is in Southern Arizona in Cochise County. Tombstone is the perfect place to stay and learn about the old west.
I like to think of myself as a bit of a history buff. If you like old westerns and ever seen the movie "Tombstone", you have to make a trip to Tombstone, Arizona. Tombstone … (1 comments)
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Hold Don't Show? What's the strategy - 07/02/07 02:35 PM
OK, I have begun to see a lot of "Hold, Don't Show" listings popping up. This seems to be on the rise in our area. Is there a marketing strategy with this listing? Does it get people's interest up or does it hurt your listing due to unavailability to show?I am … (5 comments)
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Why you should visit Southern Arizona: Kartchner Caverns - 07/02/07 01:02 PM
There are many reasons you should visit southern Arizona. I am beginning a series of posts highlighting the great beauty of our area. Kartchner Caverns is limestone caverns located in Benson, Arizona just about 30 minutes (about 50 miles) southeast of Tucson. Kartchner Caverns offers it's visitors a stunning view of the "living" (still forming) … (4 comments)
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Why I Love Arizona - 07/01/07 12:21 PM
I have lived in Arizona for over 20 years. I came here to vistit a friend who moved here, and never left. Arizona has incredible views and great people. I thought I would share some pictures of our area and ask what do you love about where you live? What makes … (5 comments)
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My open house flopped! What went wrong???? - 07/01/07 11:54 AM
Its not news that the market has cooled off, but with so many more homes on the market how is your open house? In the past you could just run a little notice in the paper and get 20 or 30 people to walk through. In our market, your now lucky … (8 comments)
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Dumb Arizona Laws - 07/01/07 11:41 AM
So some friends and I were talking about stupid laws that are still on the books here in Arizona (I am sure that every state has them). So there was a challenge on the table to find the stupidest laws still on the books here in Arizona. We were amazed at … (5 comments)
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