Colorado NEWBIES, Are YOU on a quest to find the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow?  Get Recognized? 

This post is a result of two posts by my friend Richard Weisser down in Georgia.  The first post was "How do you expect to get drenched in the rain if you don't even want to get your feet wet?" dated 5/21/09 in which he offers 6 suggestions to those of us here in Active Rain.  In addition he also offers his personal guarantee "So, for those of you that want to succeed at blogging, I offer you this challenge. Before you throw in the towel, write at least one hundred quality posts before you make your value assessment. It takes that long to develop the correct skills and disciplines and also to create a body of content large enough to have a significant SEO impact on your business.  Now that is some guarantee wouldn't you say?  Richard then follows that post with another post titled "Achieving national celebrity status as a result of ActiveRain blogging becomes a reality! (of sorts)" where he talks about a recent interview with Realtor Magazine on line where he was interviewed about blogging for business.  So, IMHO, Richard is not only a celeb but one that knows where of he speaks.

With the numerous posts talking to newbie's here in Active Rain on how to be a success in their blogging venture to improve their visibility to the public I am setting out on a quest.  I am not going to suggest things to newbie's or those that are less active on AR; I am on a search for some of these folks for introduction the our AR family.  Here is my 2 step plan:

1. Go on a state by state search and post between 5 and 7 people each Saturday
2. Then you the MEMBERSHIP will be able to see and encourage them by responding to their most recent post

The end result will be, hopefully, an increase in activity with more members becoming visible.  Now there is a really BIG problem with this plan.  I will not be able, my rule, to suggest those that have not done a post or even posted their picture.  You see there won't be any secret agents, lenders, stagers, inspectors, etc. shown.  Sorry, if you want to be considered I need to see who you are, sorta like your picture on your business card.

This week I am looking at the state of Colorado, where we have a total of 5097AR members as of this morning.  I would say that with that many members Kristal Kraft #1 and Mariana Wagner #2 could have some competition coming up behind them.  So, say hello to:

Bessie Chachas with DHR Preferred Realty in Denver, CO.

First and foremost Bessie is the FIRST new member that I have recognized that has responded to a comment that I have placed on their post.  Thank you, Bessie for responding to my comment.  Bessie is specializing in Residential, Investment and Short Sales.  Stop by and say hello to her and I bet that she will say hello back.

Steve Olson with Prestige Real Estate Group, LLC  in Greenwood Village, CO.

Steve wrote his first post in March and did a very nice market update about the market conditions in his area of Colorado.  I am sure that he will welcome some pointers if you care to offer some.

Dave Pierce with Greatway Real Estate in Denver, CO.

In Dave's second post he asks the question, and makes a statement at the same time, Are You Tired of the Some Old Cruddy News?  Now I must admit his first post was a year earlier so I am thinking that he is not ready to close up the ole' keyboard just yet.  So let's see if I am right, drop in and say hello.

Kori Covrigaru with PlanOmatic in Boulder, CO.

Kori is the CEO/Co-Founder, PlanOmatic. PlanOmatic which is a nation-wide real estate marketing firm specializing in full-service generation of interactive floor plan presentations hosted on the web.  You have got to check out his interactive floor plans, I don't think you will be disappointed.

Denise Thornberry with Diane Design Home Staging & Redesign in Grand Junction, CO.

Denise has added one post to her blog and has already learned the art of the reblog.  Stop in and urge her on to another post.

Angel Trujillo with Credit Bureau Plus in Lakewood, CO.

Angel in January offered her first post and was looking to help folks repair their credit.  I think that she could use a little AR love are you up to the task?

Be looking for your state coming soon to a post near you.  Next week I will be in Connecticut; if you know of someone celebrating a birthday in Connecticut next week just email their name to me and I will acknowledge them.

Please stop by and encourage these guys and gals and let's see if we can improve some of the participation.  Thanks for stopping in.

If you are looking for a very simple way to move up in your standings for the state that you live in, here are two small suggestions:

1. Make one comment on someone's blog post.....Just pick one of the Featured Posts and read it then comment on what you read and
2. Complete your profile and then if you are looking for other suggestions,
3. Click here and here and here for more help.

Thanks to ActiveBrad Andersohn and Jeremy Blanton for their contributions.  These guys may look tough but don't let that facade scare you, they are as gentle as puppies. 

Spectacular Fireworks to be view by many on July 3^rd and July 4^th in O'Fallon MO.......

Come on out and enjoy all of the fun at O'Fallon's largest festival of the year and annual celebration of our nation's birthday, the Heritage & Freedom Fest.
The festival will again be held at the Ozzie Smith Sports Complex and will feature national entertainment, regional bands and much, much more. There will be a spectacular fireworks show that will end each days activities.

The festival features a carnival & midway with more than 13 kiddie and adult/teen-only rides, there's something for everyone. To ride, purchase tickets at booths located throughout the festival grounds.  There will also be plenty of delicious festival foods that include items like: corn dogs, funnel cake, cotton candy, candy apples, popcorn, sno-cones, lemonade, and more.

Celebrate this year's Independence Day in O'Fallon, Missouri at the Ozzie Smith Sports Complex!

Check out the schedule of events:

2009 Main Stage - Concerts are FREE!

Friday, July 3

  Craig Morgan

  Chris Young

Fireworks begin at 10:15P!

Saturday, July 4

  Gavin DeGraw

  Sister Hazel

  Elevation: U2 Tribute Band

Fireworks begin at 9:45PM

2009 Festival Hours

Friday, July 3^rd: 4:00PM - 11:00PM

Saturday, July 4^th: NOON - 11:00PM

2009 Parade

Saturday, July 4 at 9:30AM

The parade route will be along Main Street O'Fallon to Tom Ginnever and promises to be a lot of fun again this year.

You will not want to miss this years activities...SEE YOU THERE!!

Yes I am still on my quest this is just a slight detour that's all

There are many agents out there that join ActiveRain and sit back and wait for things to happen.  Then there are those that take The Rain by the horns and makes things happen.  This individual is one of those.  I would not have found him when I went thru Arizona because of his point total.  That's right I did say his point total!!  If I have done my research correctly he joined AR on June 26, 2009 and all I can say is Tony Marriott and Mike Jones had better watch out they have a pit bull on their trail.  Since he has joined he has garnered a total of 4,180 points.  Dare I remind you that is only 5 days! 

I think that you will enjoy Tim Green so drop by and tell him I asked you to pay him a visit.

Thank you Harry F. D'Elia III for inviting this young man to AR.

With California having so many members I thought that just having 7 new members recognized would not give credit to the state with the most members.  So, I made an executive decision to do a two part post with 7 new members in each post.  I went thru over 400 pages of members to find these folks so I hope you will stop in and say hello.

This post is a result of two posts by my friend Richard Weisser down in Georgia.  The first post was "How do you expect to get drenched in the rain if you don't even want to get your feet wet?" dated 5/21/09 in which he offers 6 suggestions to those of us here in Active Rain.  In addition he also offers his personal guarantee "So, for those of you that want to succeed at blogging, I offer you this challenge. Before you throw in the towel, write at least one hundred quality posts before you make your value assessment. It takes that long to develop the correct skills and disciplines and also to create a body of content large enough to have a significant SEO impact on your business.  Now that is some guarantee wouldn't you say?  Richard then follows that post with another post titled "Achieving national celebrity status as a result of ActiveRain blogging becomes a reality! (of sorts)" where he talks about a recent interview with Realtor Magazine on line where he was interviewed about blogging for business.  So, IMHO, Richard is not only a celeb but one that knows where of he speaks.

With the numerous posts talking to newbie's here in Active Rain on how to be a success in their blogging venture to improve their visibility to the public I am setting out on a quest.  I am not going to suggest things to newbie's or those that are less active on AR; I am on a search for some of these folks for introduction to our AR family.  Here is my 2 step plan:

1. Go on a state by state search and post between 5 and 7 people each Saturday
2. Then you the MEMBERSHIP will be able to see and encourage them by responding to their most recent post

The end result will be, hopefully, an increase in activity with more members becoming visible.  Now there is a really BIG problem with this plan.  I will not be able, my rule, to suggest those that have not done a post or even posted their picture to their profile.  You see there won't be any secret agents, lenders, stagers, inspectors, etc. shown.  Sorry, if you want to be considered I need to see who you are, sorta like your picture on your business card.

California has a total of 21882, it jumped another 14 members since last night, this represents the largest number of AR members in a single state as of this morning.  I would say that with that many members Jeff Dowler #1 and Jeff Turner #2 could have some competition coming up behind them.  So, say hello to:

Vicki Beaman with Tarbell Realtors in Lake Elsinroe, CA.

Vicki did her first post just a couple of days ago and ask a very common question and that is, Why Not Place a Lockbox on the Home to better help show the property?  Come on I am sure that there are some of you that have an answer to her dilemma, care to share and help a fellow Rainer out?

Theres Martin with Vista Pacific Realty in Gardena, CA.

Theres' first post was at the first of the month and she would like some help.  She would like to know which you think is better, the ActiveKey or the eKey and why.  Anyone, Anyone?

Denise Calkin with Lyon Real Estate in Sacramento, CA.

Denise wrote her first and only post in February and offered a brief description on the Stimulus bill that had passed through the Senate.  I am thinking that shemay need some more encouragement to do some more writing for our benefit.  I am sure that there are some agents out there that may be interested in the taking on this task.  Say hello to Denise Calkin

Michael Tran with Prudential California Realty in North Hollywood, CA.

Michael wrote his first post in January introducing himself and had a goodly amount of comments but, has not followed up with any other posts.  Maybe he is out playing some beach volleyball and having too much fun.  Hmm maybe there is someone that can take on the challenge of getting him involved once again?

Brad Stoddard with The Home Loan Group in Berkeley, CA.

Brad wrote about the changing FHA guidelines for Appraisers and how it will effect the process.  He asked the question will the new guidelines make the appraiser's job harder.  I am sure some of my Lender friends here in the Rain as well as my REALTOR® friends would like to make at least a comment on this post!

Paul Gonzales with Realty Executives in Santa Clarita, CA.

Paul's first blog written in January was in his own words a rant about short sale protocols and losses.  I am sure some of you may agree with some of his feelings on this issue.  Drop in and say hello.

Heidi Paine with GreatWest GMAC Real Estate in Sacramento, CA.

In March Heidi wrote a nice look at the Tahoe Park Neighborhood.  I am sure that she has more to offer that just this first and only endeavor into blogging.  I am also sure there is more than just one neighborhood in Sacramento.  Drop in and say hello to Heidi.

Please stop by and encourage these guys and gals and let's see if we can improve some of the participation.  Thanks for stopping in.

If you are looking for a very simple way to move up in your standings for the state that you live in, here are two small suggestions:

1. Make one comment on someone's blog post.....Just pick one of the Featured Posts and read it then comment on what you read and
2. Complete your profile and then if you are looking for other suggestions
3. Click here

With California having so many members I thought that just having 7 new members recognized would not give credit to the state with the most members.  So, I made an executive decision to do a two part post with 7 new members in each post.  I went thru over 400 pages of members to find these folks so I hope you will stop in and say hello.

This post is a result of two posts by my friend Richard Weisser down in Georgia.  The first post was "How do you expect to get drenched in the rain if you don't even want to get your feet wet?" dated 5/21/09 in which he offers 6 suggestions to those of us here in Active Rain.  In addition he also offers his personal guarantee "So, for those of you that want to succeed at blogging, I offer you this challenge. Before you throw in the towel, write at least one hundred quality posts before you make your value assessment. It takes that long to develop the correct skills and disciplines and also to create a body of content large enough to have a significant SEO impact on your business.  Now that is some guarantee wouldn't you say?  Richard then follows that post with another post titled "Achieving national celebrity status as a result of ActiveRain blogging becomes a reality! (of sorts)" where he talks about a recent interview with Realtor Magazine on line where he was interviewed about blogging for business.  So, IMHO, Richard is not only a celeb but one that knows where of he speaks.

With the numerous posts talking to newbie's here in Active Rain on how to be a success in their blogging venture to improve their visibility to the public I am setting out on a quest.  I am not going to suggest things to newbie's or those that are less active on AR; I am on a search for some of these folks for introduction to our AR family.  Here is my 2 step plan:

1. Go on a state by state search and post between 5 and 7 people each Saturday
2. Then you the MEMBERSHIP will be able to see and encourage them by responding to their most recent post

The end result will be, hopefully, an increase in activity with more members becoming visible.  Now there is a really BIG problem with this plan.  I will not be able, my rule, to suggest those that have not done a post or even posted their picture to their profile.  You see there won't be any secret agents, lenders, stagers, inspectors, etc. shown.  Sorry, if you want to be considered I need to see who you are, sorta like your picture on your business card.

California has a total of 21868, this represents the largest number of AR members in a single state as of this morning.  I would say that with that many members Jeff Dowler #1 and Jeff Turner #2 could have some competition coming up behind them.  So, say hello to:

Vinny (Cousin) Manguyen with Century 21 LandMark Excellence in Oakland, CA.

Vinny did his first post in April and was asking a question about REO related stories.  He was/is trying to collect stories to share with other in the profession.  I am sure that we have a few folks around the table that may have at least one story to share with him.  Drop by and share.

Judith Leslie with Fredyt123 in West Adams, CA.

Judith's first post asked a very simple question....."Where do I Start"?  This was written back in March, I'm sure that we have at least 5 peeps that would like to stop by and offer a suggestion.

Lon Mapes with LDM Commercial in Redlands, CA.

Lon wrote his firs and only post in February and may need some more encouragement to do some more writing for our benefit.  I am sure that there are some commercial agents or investors out there that may be interested in the California market.  Say hello to Lon Mapes.

Alice Zeissler with C-21 Jefferies Lyndon in Chico, CA.

Based on her first post I'm thinking she could be overly connected.  Someone needs to help her get a little bit organized!!!!

Michael Kitada with Michael Kitada Photography in Placentia, CA.

Check out the pictures in Michael's first post.  I am thinking that he has a lot to offer and should be more active.  This may be accomplished with a little bit of prodding from some of our photography buffs here in the rain.

Elena Corral with Prudential California Realty in Beverly Hills, CA.

Elena, in her first post, was wondering if they were near the bottom in Los Angeles.  This is a question that a bunch of us are asking or are being asked by our clients and customers.  Gosh, they aren't so different out in California are they?

Stephanie Lotwis with Keller Williams Realty in Westlake Village, CA.

White roofs?  Will they really make for a cleaner environment? Gee, I don't know but maybe a really good discussion could come up with Stephanie in the conversation.  Who knows she may have something else to offer to the community known as Active Rain.  Drop in and strike up a conversation.

Please stop by and encourage these guys and gals and let's see if we can improve some of the participation.  Thanks for stopping in.

If you are looking for a very simple way to move up in your standings for the state that you live in, here are two small suggestions:

1. Make one comment on someone's blog post.....Just pick one of the Featured Posts and read it then comment on what you read and
2. Complete your profile and then if you are looking for other suggestions
3. Click here