recognized luxury condo realtor: Google Reader
- 04/28/09 03:24 AM
By Coco Clayman-Cook Google Reader is a free service that comes with a gmail account. Google Reader helps you to create your own personal "newspaper" geared toward your specific interests. If you see a Blog that you like you can subscribe to it in Google Reader and the blog will automatically publish on your reader whenever it posts. This is a great way to keep track of Blogs that you enjoy. When you access your reader it clearly displays all of the Blogs that you subscribe to but it also will offer an array of Blogs and articles that it thinks … (2 comments)
recognized luxury condo realtor: The Economic Stimulus Package
- 04/27/09 12:33 PM
By Coco Clayman-Cook We've all been waiting to see what help for home owners would be coming down the pike. The new $8,000 refundable tax credit may not be all that we had hoped for, the $15,000 tax credit had a nicer ring to it but it was split over two years, still this is at least a jumping off point. With the cost of owning approaching the cost of renting more and more people should be moved to buy. An $8,000 incentive will hopefully be the straw that topples the camel's back and encourages more buyers to the market. Let's … (6 comments)
recognized luxury condo realtor: Knowing Your Business
- 04/27/09 12:28 PM
By Coco Clayman-Cook There is absolutely no substitute for knowing your business. You can be the nicest most sincere Realtor on the block but if you don't know your business you can't possibly do right by your clients. It's essential to know your niche market inside and out. If you aren't an expert in your field you need to ask yourself why not! If you aren't passionate enough about your business to be an expert in your area, you may need to reevaluate. As a Realtor in today's market you also need to be up to date on all new legislation. … (2 comments)
recognized luxury condo realtor: One Thought
- 04/25/09 03:26 AM
By Coco Clayman-Cook What is your thought of the day? Each morning when I wake up I try to give myself a thought for the day. Then I try to find time during the day to take a deep breath and concentrate of that thought. I find that it centers me and helps me to stay focused. Some examples of powerful thoughts: Money comes to me easily and frequently.I am a light filled being.My work helps others.My life is free of stress.Abundance is everywhere.I have every thing I need to succeed.I am grateful for all that I have.I am loved and … (0 comments)
recognized luxury condo realtor: Standing in Your Truth
- 03/27/09 03:53 AM
By Coco Clayman-Cook I think it is important to stand in your truth everyday. There are a lot of people out there who will tell you that you need to be something different than what you are, that you need to do things differently than you are right now. It's so important that you know who you are before listening to any of these well intentioned people. It is great to listen and be inspired by someone, but if you aren't careful you can loose track of who you are authentically. If someone is suggesting that you change something about yourself … (2 comments)
recognized luxury condo realtor: Being An Expert
- 03/27/09 03:48 AM
By Coco Clayman-Cook Are you a recognized expert in your field? If you aren't you need to get that way fast. One of the fastest ways to become a recognized expert is to brand yourself as an expert.First you need to be clear about what your expertise is. If you aren't clear about that you need to stop everything else and get really clear about your expertise. If you aren't clear, no one else will be clear either. Next you need to put yourself out there as an expert. Blog about your expertise and make sure you tag your expertise in … (2 comments)
recognized luxury condo realtor: The Business Woman's Secrets
- 01/22/09 09:19 AM
By Coco Clayman-Cook Let's face it- being a successful business woman is a deeply rewarding endeavor, it may not be easy but it's worthwhile. Of course there are many secrets to making it relatively easy. One of my favorite business secrets is my condominium. Centrally located, my condo allows me easy access to any event that I might need to attend. It also keeps me close enough to my office that I never have to worry about commute time. The hours I would have spent commuting are devoted to my business, my health and the pursuit of happiness, which is a … (0 comments)
recognized luxury condo realtor: Divorcing and Divesting the LA Condo
- 01/19/09 01:15 AM
By Coco Clayman-Cook There's never a good time to get a divorce, but it can be especially painful dividing property when the market is down. If you are going through a divorce there are a few things you should know. There are ways to sell your condo quickly so you can move on to the next phase of your life. Like every other phase of your divorce it is important to surround yourself with professionals who are in tune with your individual needs and who know their business. I am a Realtor with 2 decades of experience in the LA condominium … (1 comments)
recognized luxury condo realtor: Condo Life for the Newly Retired
- 11/08/08 12:58 AM
By Coco Clayman-Cook If you are newly retired or about to be retired you may want to consider the LA condo life style. I will admit to being biased, I am a tremendous fan of this lifestyle. As a resident of the famed Wilshire Corridor I have first hand experience with the benefits of vertical living. One of the greatest things about condo life is the convenience. Vertical living allows you to be close to all of the things you want to be close too, while allowing you to enjoy privacy and safety. I love the fact that I can quickly … (0 comments)
recognized luxury condo realtor: Selling Your Condo in the Current Market
- 11/07/08 01:30 PM
By Coco Clayman-Cook If you are looking to sell your condo in the current market, there a few crucial things you should be aware of: 1. You need to hire a professional stager. In this market, it is vital that you put your best foot forward. Trust me if you have a good stager and the right price you will sell your home much quicker and for a higher price than if you don't. 2. Set the right price on day one. Don't list the price you are hoping for with the idea in the back of your head that if it doesn't … (0 comments)
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