sales: The Vanishing Lunch Hour
- 11/21/14 06:11 AM
Productivity Points
5 Ways to Spend Your Lunch Hour
SUCCESS Magazine recently asked several entrepreneurs from the Young Entrepreneur Council to share how they get more out of their lunch hour each day. Here are five of their answers.
1. Unplug completely. When you give yourself a break to clear your head, you'll feel more energized and may get fresh ideas. Changing gears with a book, a funny podcast or inspiring interview can also help refresh your perspective, especially on hectic days.
2. Step away from the computer. While you eat, give yourself some quiet time to write … (8 comments)
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sales: The Truth About Social Media Websites
- 12/11/12 06:22 AM
Why is Social Media Important?
· Great way to Network and increase our trustworthiness, goodwill and credibility.
· Social media can help generate leads, track clients, sales and distribution, as well as improve productivity.
· Print media is largely losing its appeal, and people are now looking to a different direction to promote their business and improve their business prospects.
· Social media sites make you more visible to the client, and can relate to them on a personal level.
· Social media allows you to create meaningful and personal relationships with clients and potential customers.
· … (2 comments)
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sales: Everything Buyers with Caruso!
- 03/28/12 08:22 AM
Buying a home can be stressful. As a real estate agent, you get to see home buyers at their best — that is, the joy they feel when they step into their new home. But you first usually have to see them at their worst — the stress and tension they may feel in trying to find that perfect house. That puts you in role as adviser, friend, and counselor.
As a salesperson, you might be wondering what your customers really think about the home-buying process, and what, exactly, they expect from you beyond helping them find that … (0 comments)
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sales: Caruso's *LAGUNA NIGUEL* Closed Sales Report
- 03/06/12 08:31 AM
Is the market is improving or at least stabilizing!? We provide the latest market updates regularly, as well as personal consultation of market direction…
The Laguna Niguel Closed Sales Report for JANUARY:
The Laguna Niguel Closed Sales Report for Homes Sold in the 0-$500,000 Range:
2012 22 listings closed escrow
2011 23 listings closed escrow
The Laguna Niguel Closed Sales Report for Homes Sold in the $500,000-$1,000,000 Range:
2012 23 listings closed escrow
2011 28 listings closed escrow
The Laguna Niguel Closed Sales Report for Homes Sold in the $1,000,000+Range:
2012 3 listings closed escrow … (1 comments)
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sales: Caruso's on the 5th Day of Christmas – Fundamentals of Real Estate Marketing.
- 12/19/11 01:08 PM
On the 5th Day of Christmas Caruso Sent to Me – 5 Fundamentals of Real Estate Marketing.
Real estate marketing is based on fundamentals which are often overlooked because real estate sales are considered by many people to be sales work. It is actually marketing because the customer cannot be sold until the real estate agency understands the customer, and what the customer wants.
1. The first Fundamental is Research. Effective marketing requires thorough research, and it is difficult to do too much research. Research is the first and most important of the fundamentals because it is … (1 comments)
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sales: How Does the S & P Downgrade Affect Your Real Estate Business?
- 08/07/11 07:57 AM
Timing is everything and the S & P downgrade of our governments credit rating was announced after a whipsaw market day on Friday. How is that for timing? What would have happened if it were announced earlier in the day? Or, was the whisper of it what drove the market all day on Friday?
Have you thought about how this will affect your business?
Well, any time the markets have corrections it affects the wealth factor for Americans and their resulting sentiment. What about people who say "I don't play the stock market". Guess what...if their employer provides a 401K … (4 comments)
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sales: Caruso's Dana Point Closed Sales Report!
- 01/19/11 08:25 AM
Is the market is improving or at least stabilizing!? We provide the latest market updates regularly, as well as personal consultation of market direction...
The Dana Point Closed Sales Report for January 1st - December 31st
The Dana Point Closed Sales Report for Homes Sold in the 0-$500,000 Range:
2010 173 listings closed escrow
2009 136 listings closed escrow Up 14%
2008 70 listings closed escrow
The Dana Point Closed Sales Report for Homes Sold in the $500,000-$1,000,000 Range:
2010 200 listings closed escrow
2009 190 listings closed escrow Up 14%
2008 176 listings closed escrow
The Dana Point Closed Sales Report for Homes … (1 comments)
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sales: Caruso's Fools Day!
- 04/01/10 06:18 AM
Happy April Fools Day Everyone! Can you believe it's already April?! Time is flying by! In light of this fun holiday I thought I would provide you with a few silly, old fashioned practical jokes.
*If your milk comes in a cardboard container, add a few drops of food coloring, the results are pretty colorful.
*If you have a sink with a sprayer, put a rubber band around the handle. This automatically keeps the nozzle in spray-mode. Make sure the nozzle is pointing up and outward. The next person to use the sink will get a splash
*Superglue some coins to the … (1 comments)
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sales: Caruso's Quote of the Day
- 03/31/10 05:15 AM
"Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around..."
And thank you for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection
www.MichaelCarusoRealEstate.com
Best regards,
Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GREEN GRI
2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors (949) 753-7900
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sales: Caruso's Top 3
- 03/30/10 05:06 AM
Since starting in real estate years ago I have come to conclusion that buying a home is one of the biggest decisions an individual can make. So it's understandable that one considering a home purchase may take their time to avoid rushing into such a large financial commitment. However, several factors might leave prospective home buyers who don't purchase a property now wishing they had taken action sooner.
"Current market conditions have created a perfect storm of sorts that has made it an ideal time to purchase for first-time and trade-up buyers alike," said James M. Weichert, president and founder of Weichert, Realtors. … (7 comments)
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sales: Caruso's Saturday Shot
- 03/27/10 05:56 AM
Have a great Saturday everyone!
And thank you for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection
www.MichaelCarusoRealEstate.com
Best regards,
Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GREEN GRI
2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors (949) 753-7900
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sales: Caruso's Recession Update!
- 03/27/10 05:35 AM
Is the recession finally coming to an end? According to Forbes.com the housing crisis is finally stabilizing in 5 cities, and the job outlook is positive.
In recent weeks business in Washington, D.C. ground to a halt as record snowfalls pummeled the area and a sparring match over national health care reform hijacked the political conversation. But the nation's capital is getting something right: It is emerging from the recession better than any other major city in the country, according to research by Forbes.
Jobs in Washington are growing quickly, and in 2008 the city produced more in goods and … (2 comments)
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sales: Caruso's Facts
- 03/25/10 05:49 AM
As seen in The New York Times, David Streitfeld goes into detail on the program that will pay homeowners to sell at a loss.
In an effort to end the foreclosure crisis, the Obama administration has been trying to keep defaulting owners in their homes. Now it will take a new approach: paying some of them to leave.
This latest program, which will allow owners to sell for less than they owe and will give them a little cash to speed them on their way, is one of the administration's most aggressive attempts to grapple with a problem that has … (2 comments)
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sales: Caruso's Mortgage Update
- 03/24/10 05:36 AM
As seen in The Wall Street Journal, James R Hagerty explores mortgage rates and the fear that even a small increase could hurt a still-fragile housing market.
As the Federal Reserve winds down its intervention in the mortgage market, rates on home loans are generally expected to rise at least modestly during the rest of this year from today's unusually low levels. Some analysts believe mortgage rates will jump to around 6% by year end from 5% in recent weeks, while others see only a slight increase.
Meanwhile, federal tax credits available for some home buyers are due to expire at the end … (3 comments)
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sales: Can you believe its already....
- 03/20/10 09:35 AM
Can you believe its already SPRING?!?!?!
Happy First Day of Spring Everyone! Hope you have the chance to enjoy a sunny day!
And thank you for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection.
www.MichaelCarusoRealEstate.com
Best regards,
Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GREEN GRI
2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors
(949) 753-7900
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sales: Caruso's OC Happenings~North County
- 03/19/10 06:40 AM
NORTH COUNTY
ANAHEIM
Nothing to report
BREA
This Saturday March 20, 2010 the Brea Community Center will be hosting its annual Spring Craft Boutique from 9 am to 4pm. For more information please visit www.cityofbrea.net
BUENA PARK
Nothing to report
CYPRESS
Nothing to report
FULLERTON
Starting Wednesday March 24, 2010 the Police Department will host a 10 week Citizen Police Academy. Classes will be every Wednesday from 6 to 9pm. You must be at least 21 years of age. For more information call 714-738-6836
GARDEN GROVE
Spelling Bee! Wednesday March 24, 2010 Garden Grove Unified … (0 comments)
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sales: Caruso's OC Happenings~ Central County
- 03/19/10 06:10 AM
CENTRAL COUNTY
COSTA MESA
Coming up March 25, 2010 is the 9th annual St. Joachim Golf Classic at Costa Mesa Country Club. There will be a putting contest, cocktail reception and a silent auction. For more information visit www.voitco.com/ftp/2010-golf-classic.html or call 949-675-5791
FOUNTAIN VALLEY
Nothing to report
HUNTINGTON BEACH
Nothing to report
IRVINE
FREE toddler swim lesion will be given at the Racquet Club on Tuesday March 23, 2010 at 3pm. Class is about 20 minutes. To reserve your spot call 714-641-2636.
LOS ALAMITOS
Nothing to report
NEWPORT BEACH
Restaurant week will only be promoted once a … (0 comments)
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sales: Caruso's Quote of the Day
- 03/18/10 05:52 AM
"Failures do what is tension relieving, while winners do what is goal achieving."
And thank you for making me Your Orange County Real Estate Connection
www.MichaelCarusoRealEstate.com
Best regards,
Michael Caruso, Broker ABR ABRM CRB CRS GREEN GRI
2007 President, Orange County Association of Realtors (949) 753-7900
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sales: Caruso's Saturday Delight
- 03/13/10 04:50 AM
I saw this story in CNN Money and thought I'd share it with everyone. Have a great Saturday!
Nab a real estate deal - while you still can
The combination of affordable home prices, low interest rates, and the federal tax credit for home buyers have created an opportune time for many buyers to purchase a home. Many real estate analysts also believe that most housing markets have stabilized, but that some markets may decline further. MAKING SENSE OF THE STORY FOR CONSUMERS
Buyers should keep in mind that housing markets are local and can vary greatly from one neighborhood to … (5 comments)
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sales: Caruso's OC Happenings~ North County
- 03/12/10 09:04 AM
NORTH COUNTY
ANAHEIM
Nothing to report
BREA
Need to promote your business? The Business Connection Brea a nonprofit group of professionals meets once a week every Tuesday from 7:30-8:30am to promote and discuss businesses. For more information call 714-510-6037
BUENA PARK
Anaheim Ducks fan? Corey Perry gold metal Olympian and other Ducks members will be appearing at the "Wild Winger Kids Club End of the Season Party" at Knott's Berry Farm this Saturday March 13, 2010. The appearance will be from 10am-3pm.
CYPRESS
Sunday March 14, 2010 at the Cypress Community Center, Cypress Art League members show will … (3 comments)
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