cape coral: Why Are We So Stupid!! - 08/13/08 07:40 PM
Well it was another hot, humid day down here beautiful Cape Coral Florida! We had our typical late afternoon storms followed by a gorgeous sunset! And of course it's Wednesday, affectionately known as "Hump Day", so it is time for a little humor to get us through the rest of the … (3 comments)
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cape coral: Cape Coral Is Heating Up!!! - 08/13/08 07:01 PM
Cape Coral is definitely heating up, not only temperature and humidity wise, but also when it comes to real estate! As I have told you in previous posts, the real estate market has been busy for the last few months, with most sales being in the lower spectrum. Starter homes anywhere … (1 comments)
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cape coral: Good News, Bad News for Cape Coral , Fort Myers and Lee County, Florida! - 08/07/08 03:28 PM
So is the glass half full or half empty? I guess that's what you have to ask yourself when you review the latest figures just released by the Realtor Association of Greater Fort Myers and the Beach for July 2008. They report that a total of 745 homes were sold in … (1 comments)
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cape coral: Don't Beleive What You Read-----------Here is Proof!!!! - 08/07/08 01:46 PM
It's another beautiful day down here in Cape Coral Florida hot and humid 93°! I certainly have been reading many number of posts that talk about how the media beats up our business! And we have always heard," Don't believe what you read." While I know that is the case, because … (3 comments)
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cape coral: The Indian With One Testicle - 08/06/08 08:48 AM
A little "hump day humor from beautiful Cape Coral, Florida! We are as busy as ever working with both buyers and sellers! There are deals in our marketplace today that are amazing! There will never be a better time to buy! Have a great day! I hope this makes you smile! … (6 comments)
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cape coral: LISTENING.........More Important Than Ever in These Times!!! - 07/31/08 05:31 PM
It started as another beautiful sunny day down here in Cape Coral Florida,but sometimes things aren't always as bright as they appear. Late last night I received a telephone call on my cell phone, from someone who had seen my ad in our church bulletin. The call came in around … (1 comments)
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cape coral: A Little Hump Day Humor From Cape Coral!! - 07/30/08 01:32 PM
Well it's anotherbeautiful hot sunny day here in beautiful Cape Coral Florida and it's Wednesday otherwise known as "hump" day!!! Today has already been better than yesterday, partially because somebody sent me a few jokes!. There is nothing like a good laugh during the course of the day to make things … (3 comments)
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cape coral: Bad Day! What Would You Have Done? - 07/29/08 08:03 PM
Today was the first day back in the office in beautiful Cape Coral, Florida after a week in New Jersey! You know what the first day is like a day after a week messages piled high and a million things that need your attention immediately! Today however, I had a pressing … (3 comments)
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cape coral: It Is Hotter in Newark, New Jersey Than in Cape Coral, Florida! - 07/18/08 12:14 PM
I departed Southwest Florida International Airport yesterday morning with a temperature of 88°. I boarded a flight to Newark, New Jersey,and when we landed in Newark, the pilot said the temperature is 92°! So much for escaping the Southwest Florida heat for a week or so! I am on the monthly … (6 comments)
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cape coral: Is It Really Worth Jail Time? - 07/16/08 03:44 PM
Today is another rainy day in usually sunny Cape Coral Florida! But I guess we can't complain, on average, we have five days like this every year! According to my wife Patti, this is number 3 this year, so we can expect two more! On rainy days like this I usually … (2 comments)
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cape coral: A Little Midweek Humor-" You Did What?" - 07/15/08 06:11 PM
The rainy season has really kicked in down here in beautiful Cape Coral and it actually rained all day today! We have had our share of rain this year and I am sure the water levels are starting to rise! Anyway, here is a little story I read about two friends … (5 comments)
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cape coral: Why Do They Always Pick On Blondes?? - 07/10/08 10:22 PM
It has been a quiet week so far in Cape Coral! I guess agents as well as buyers have extended the July 4th weekend into a vacation week! I have read my share of funny emails and I figured I would share a few more blonde jokes with you! See I … (5 comments)
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cape coral: "Look Ma, No Hands!" - 07/08/08 08:31 PM
When I was first introduced to Active Rain, I thought blogging was a wonderful idea! I could not wait to get involved, but I have one major concern. My typing ability at best, is on a second grade level. I guess I have learned a keyboard and I use two fingers to … (8 comments)
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cape coral: " Are You The Man Of Your House?" - 07/08/08 06:45 PM
I just received this from my clients and I wanted to share it with everybody on Active Rain. My wife just left for Las Vegas, and for now I am the man of my house -while she's gone. She will be back on Friday and things will be back to normal … (5 comments)
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cape coral: Cape Coral-"Red, White and BOOM!" - 07/03/08 02:13 PM
I just wanted to take a few minutes to wish all of our agents, clients, associates and friends a happy and safe 4th of July weekend! I am sure many of you will be at the Cape Coral, Red, White and BOOM extravaganza and I will try to get some pictures to … (0 comments)
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cape coral: What Does Love Mean To You! - 07/02/08 05:07 PM
Living in Cape Coral, Florida and having most of my family up north I get a lot of emails from them daily! I guess it is how we communicate in today's world! Many of them are funny and I share them with everyone from time to time. Others are hysterical but … (14 comments)
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cape coral: Water Equipment Stolen......What Would You Do! - 07/01/08 10:15 PM
I wrestled with this one all day yesterday and I would like to know what some of you would have done! I just got back in Cape Coral from my son's wedding in NY late on Sunday! I had been gone for just short of two weeks so you know what … (6 comments)
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cape coral: A New York Love Story!! - 06/30/08 02:57 PM
I am back in Cape Coral after a two week combination business and pleasure trip to New Jersey and New York! While in NY my son got married and at the wedding one of his buddy's shared this story with me! It is to funny to keep to myself so here … (1 comments)
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cape coral: Can Anyone Answer These Questions.......Please! - 06/24/08 07:37 PM
I have been away from Cape Coral for a week now and I have been doing a lot of thinking while I relax here in New York with my children and their kids! They say kids ask the darndest questions and here are a few! I need all of my friends … (10 comments)
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cape coral: The Power of Negotiation! - 06/23/08 07:06 PM
Just a little story someone sent to me today! One of the areas of our business that we need to be very proficient at is the art of NEGOTIATION! Without good negotiating skills we will never advance to the top of our business! Here is a quick lesson for today!
Have … (4 comments)
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cape coral: Your Business Will Survive..... Take a Break!! - 06/23/08 09:09 AM
Since January it has been like old times for Realtors in Cape Coral and the rest of Southwest Florida! Buyers have been taking advantage of the low prices and we have been working from dawn to dusk to keep up! This has been a welcome return after a long 26 months … (12 comments)
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cape coral: There Is Nothing Like A Good Laugh!!!! - 06/19/08 01:16 PM
I left beatuful Cape Coral, Florida on Monday and I miss it already! I have been on the road for 4 days now and after 4 flights and 3 nights in different hotels I am to say the least- a little worn out! After dealing with airport personnel and being surprised … (3 comments)
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cape coral: What If Someone Else Built A Home On Your Lot? - 06/17/08 07:32 PM
Imagine waking up one day and finding that your dream of building your retirement home a lot you purchased years ago was gone! Someone had already built their home on your lot and they were living in it! In fact the original builder had already sold it to someone else! I … (16 comments)
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cape coral: A Honey of a Deal!! You Won't Believe Your Eyes..... - 06/16/08 07:52 PM
I have sold many homes throughout my career in Cape Coral and I always try to make a great impression and deliver more than the client expects! I always want to be remembered and when they hear someone mention real estate I immediately want them to think about Mike Kelly and … (11 comments)
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cape coral: Another Great Agent Support Session! - 06/11/08 04:27 PM
Today was the day for our monthly corporate sponsored Agent Support Session for Sellstate agents in Cape Coral, Ft. Myers, Estero, Lehigh, Naples and all of the surrounding areas. It was held at the Cape Coral Power Squandron and is was fantastic! Although the turn out was light we all came away … (0 comments)
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cape coral: Aggressive Agents Needed !!!! - 06/10/08 08:23 PM
I am currently looking for two or three aggressive agents who are serious about making money! Due to a new marketing campaign we are receiving more leads than we can handle! Bi-lingual is definitely a plus but only a dedicated work ethic is required!
If you are not earning what you … (3 comments)
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cape coral: So This Is What It Is Like To Be A Baby Boomer!! - 06/10/08 12:33 PM
I have recently been speaking with many Baby Boomers and I almost forgot that I am one of them! Yes I am at the tail end of the Boomer generation but I am considered a Baby Boomer!
When I got to thinking about what it means to be a Boomer I started … (3 comments)
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cape coral: You Are Not Going To Believe This One....... - 06/09/08 07:56 PM
If it is already not bad enough that we are now paying over $4.oo a gallon for gas, we now have something else to worry about! I just got a call from a friend of mine and he wanted to warn me about the latest crime wave sweeping our country!
It … (14 comments)
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cape coral: Save $1,000 Year By ................. - 06/08/08 08:51 PM
I was listening to our local talk radio show earlier today and they were discussing how to save money now that gas has topped $4.00 a gallon in Southwest Florida! The number one suggestion was for people to discuss with their bosses the possibility of working from home one day per … (2 comments)
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cape coral: Well Another Week In the Books and......... - 06/06/08 08:18 PM
We are ready for another big weekend with buyers coming into town from all over the country! New York, New Jersey and Michigan will be represented this weekend in beautiful Cape Coral, Florida as the word has definitely gotten out that NOW is the time to buy! The deals are out there … (1 comments)
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cape coral: Everything Happens For A Reason! - 06/05/08 02:30 PM
My wife, Patti, has always said that everything happens for a reason! And she is also very quick to always remind me to look for the good in everything and in everybody! After 22 years together I think she has finally gotten through to me! I now look at things very … (1 comments)
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cape coral: Short Sales Are Paying Off! - 06/03/08 04:27 PM
I have been reading post after post on the frustration of short sales! And yes I agree they are not easy and very frustrating at times! Here in beautiful Cape Coral, Florida we have literally thousands of homes listed as short sales! We have found that patience is the key and … (18 comments)
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cape coral: When Is The Listing Not Worth Taking - 06/02/08 08:09 PM
Ok, I thought I have seen it all but today I found out that there are new situations everyday! I recieved a call over the weekend from an old associate of mine who relocated to a different city and wanted to know if I would be interested in a referral! Absolutely … (12 comments)
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cape coral: First Time Home Buyers- A Rewarding Experience! - 06/02/08 01:12 PM
Once again I was reminded last week of what a wonderful career I have chosen! Business is booming and agents are busier than they have been in years! Just being around the office and seeing all of the activity and smiling faces is exciting! This passed week we closed quite a … (10 comments)
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cape coral: Don't Believe What You Hear!! - 05/23/08 04:51 PM
I just want to keep everyone informed of what is really happening in our little corner of the world, Cape Coral and Ft. Myers! This "dead" real estate market that everyone is telling you about, must have been kept secret from the agents in our office! Why? Well this week, a … (7 comments)
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cape coral: Take a Moment To Remember! - 05/22/08 07:21 PM
It does not matter what you feel about the situation in Iraq, we must take time out this Memorial Day weekend to remember all of the men and woman who will not be spending this weekend at home with their families. We also need to remember all of those who have … (0 comments)
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cape coral: Welcome Sellstate Access in Watchung New Jersey! - 05/21/08 01:22 PM
I have spent the last few days in rainy New Jersey doing Agent Support Sessions in Northfield and the newly opened Sellstate Access office in Watchung NJ. As usual our Agent Support Session was full of important information and we now have new agents on Active Rain! After leaving Northfield on Tuesday … (1 comments)
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cape coral: Another Busy Week! - 05/18/08 08:52 PM
Well the office continued to be buzzing with buyer activity all week. We are still seeing out of state buyers on a daily basis. We even had a walk in on Friday and even though the latest statistics say 93% of buyers are going to the internet first, we are still getting 2 … (0 comments)
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cape coral: Deals! Deals! Deals! In Paradise! - 05/15/08 08:17 PM
The newspapers say there is "Blood in the Streets!" The evening news says,"It is a terrible market!" The 11 o'clock news says,"Foreclosures are at record numbers!" There may be some truth to these, but as someone who is on the front lines, we are busier than we have been in a … (3 comments)
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cape coral: Hard Working Agents Wanted!! - 05/14/08 11:59 AM
We have immediate openings in Lee County for hard working,full time agents who want to succeed in the real estate business! If you are struggling and looking for a fresh start and a new direction for your business call 239-549-9200 today. We offer compensation packages that are designed to fit your needs! … (0 comments)
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cape coral: Working on Your B-day!! - 05/13/08 09:30 PM
Today I celebrated another anniversary of the day I was born! I stopped celebrating B-Days a long time ago! My wife found it amusing to call and email everyone that I know and remind them, that today was my b-day! Because she was so thoughtful my phone started ringing at 7:45 … (6 comments)
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cape coral: Waiting for Acceptance! - 05/06/08 02:21 PM
We have a new issue that is causing stress to many agents in our marketplace. They have buyers who are ready, willing and able to buy and they are putting offers on homes. Many of these homes are short sales and it is not uncommon to wait 8 and in some … (0 comments)
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cape coral: BABY BOOMERS- DON'T MISS OUT!!! - 05/05/08 03:55 PM
I was reading an article earlier this week that stated that over the next 4 years the largest percentage of people ever to retire in a 4 year period will occur! An then I began thinking, "Where will they go?" North Dakota-NO! Maine-NO! Tennesse-Maybe! Florida-YES!!! I live in one of the … (0 comments)
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cape coral: IF THIS ISN'T THE BOTTOM- WOW!!!! - 04/28/08 04:47 PM
My last post asked," If we have reached the bottom yet?" Well today we had a young couple come into the office and they wanted to find out if they could afford a home! They spoke to our mortgage representative and they found out they were qualified up to $90,000. Oh … (10 comments)
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cape coral: Have We Reached The Bottom? - 04/26/08 09:03 AM
This is the most asked question in the southwest Florida real estate community! The million dollar question and I am amazed at all of the responses that I hear to the same question! After 28 months of sitting and waiting, prices have rolled back to 2001 levels! Buyers are all over … (11 comments)
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cape coral: Real Estate Professionals? - 04/21/08 09:47 AM
If you called your doctor and told him you had a rash and you asked him to meet you in the Walmart parking lot, what would his response be? If you called a lawyer and told him you had a matter to discuss with them, could he meet you outside of … (3 comments)
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cape coral: Why are agents not using Listingbook? - 04/18/08 02:10 PM
I have recently been introduced to the most valuable tool I have ever seen for real estate agents. Listingbook is a service that is available through our Realtor Association that allows us to give our prospects and clients access to our MLS. They can sign up for a buyers account, sellers … (4 comments)
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