coldwell banker: Tech Support Monday 4-9-12 - 04/09/12 03:13 AM
Tech Support MondayIt’s Monday after Easter and all the eggs have been found and chicks and jelly beans consumed! You’re waiting for the first cup of coffee brewing so I thought I’d provide you with a little levity to start your week! Customer: I’m trying to connect to the Internet with your CD, but it just doesn’t work. What am I doing wrong? Tech support: Ok, You’ve got the CD in the CD drive, right? Customer: Yeah…. Tech support: What kind of computer are you using? Customer: Computer?? Oh no, I haven’t got a computer. It’s in the CD player and … (17 comments)
coldwell banker: Motivational Monday ~ Antarctica ~ Breaking Out Of Your Comfort Zone - 02/20/12 04:34 AM
Antarctica ~ Breaking Out of Your Comfort Zone My Geno and I love to travel..we are fortunate to have made many exciting trips. Geno is a lover of the National Geographic Channel and thoroughly enjoys animals and how they interact with our environment. He contends we learn by observing Mother Nature and all her creations, which I must agree. Usually our adventures have taken us to Italy, France, England, Switzerland, Germany, Canada, Finland, Norway, Portugal, Spain etc. We have immersed ourselves on these journeys by absorbing the ambiance and interacting with the various cultures. Antarctica was on our bucket … (24 comments)
coldwell banker: Ushuaia Argentina ~ Rounding Cape Horn ~ Last Stop Before Antarctica - 02/15/12 06:36 AM
Ushuaia Argentina ~ Rounding Cape Horn ~ Last Stop Before Antartica On our Antarctica cruise we were thrilled to visit Ushuaia: the southernmost city on the planet. It is located on the shores of the Beagle Channel, at the southern tip of the Tierra del Fuego Island and surrounded by the Martial Mounts. The city is surrounded by Mount Martial to the West and by Mounts Olivia and Cinco Hermanos to the East. The forests, the mountains, the sea, the glaciers and the wind dominate the landscape. Ushuaia means: "bay that looks on to the west." We all agreed … (18 comments)
coldwell banker: Protecting and conserving our Natural Resources ~ Canyon Creek Elementary ~ RRISD ~ NW Austin ~ One World Challenge 2011-2012 - 02/14/12 07:19 AM
The Canyon Creek Elementary PTA is again sponsoring "The One World Challenge!" Each year, the Environmental Awareness committee highights a current environmental or conservation issue for students to utilize their creativity and offers the challenge to all students attending CCE School.Water conversation is increasingly becoming an important concern. According to the statistics, 36 states are anticipating water shortages by 2013 and Texas is one of them. Whether this is due to population growth, availability of water or environmental concerns, water conservation is becoming a major focal point. The current drought has simply intensified that effort.Students are invited to create a solution … (17 comments)
coldwell banker: The Spirit of Giving Doesn't Need To End In December - 02/04/12 08:00 AM
2012 is here and it's time to clear out the clutter. It's time to make room for those new holiday toys and gifts that arrived this past holiday season. It's the perfect time to sort through the kid's toy box and discard those toys that still have loads of fun left in them but your children have outgrown. Many of us have closets full of clothing that we have outgrown or we haven't worn in some time. Tackling a thorough cleaning of your closets is therapeutic! It's a great way to help others out in your area. The spirit of … (12 comments)
coldwell banker: Motivational Monday ~ The World Needs All You Can Give - 01/02/12 08:01 AM
There is something to be said for Edward O. Wilson's quote: "You are capable of more than you know.Choose a goal that seems right for you and strive to be the best,however hard the path.Aim high. Behave honorably.Prepare to be alone at times and to endure failure.Persist!The world needs all you can give." … (21 comments)
coldwell banker: Don't Get Your Tinsel In A Tangle! - 12/22/11 07:46 AM
It's down to 3 days before Christmas! For some the frantic pace is accelerating and tempers are starting to flair with traffic jams and long lines. Take a deep breath and "Don't get your tinsel in a tangle!" Enjoy the holidays and do something unexpected for someone and watch your stress level go down! Calm down and enjoy the blessings of the holiday season. Yesterday while stopping for some Texas BBQ after driving back to Austin from a funeral we ran into Mr. Kenneth (the nicest man you will ever meet). He has worked at Randalls Grocery for almost 25 years … (35 comments)
coldwell banker: We're Cookin' Now! 2011 Annual Independence Title Chili Cookoff ~ Austin TX ~ Realtor Challenge - 11/07/11 06:42 AM
We're Cookin' Now! 2011 Annual Independence Title Chili Cookoff ~ Austin TX ~ Realtor ChallengeThe gauntlet has been thrown down again for the Chili Cookoff Realtor challenge! Get your cooking team together and head on over to the Independence Title Parking lot at 101 E. Old Settlers Blvd., Round Rock, TX at 11:00am on Thursday, November 10th. Cooking begins at 11:30am and judging will be around 4:30pm. A small $25 entry fee for each team is charged. Make checks out to STARRY (Emergency Shelter and Foster Care) which is a very worthwhile cause! Now this is a fun event...there will be … (29 comments)
coldwell banker: Everyone is a winner....Due to Lack of Participation! - 10/28/11 05:14 PM
Everyone is a winner....Due to Lack of Participation!Today our landlord of our building held a pumpkin carving contest! Voting is easy because there are only 4 entries!! Looks like everyone is too busy to take the time to enter....so in my opinion everyone is a winner!Don't you love the doorman offering candy? The caramel apples and popcorn were delicious...thanks CBRS...we still had fun even with only 4 entries.
As always local events are brought to you as a courtesy by Dorie Dillard, Coldwell Banker United Realtors. … (6 comments)
coldwell banker: Your Northwest Austin Real Estate Consultant - 10/27/11 02:02 PM
Hi, I'm Dorie Dillard your NW Austin Real Estate Consultant with Coldwell Banker United Realtors. My job in today's market is to embrace change and provide the most comprehensive marketing plan in order to achieve my clients goals. I stay on top of leading edge technology to showcase my listings to reach maximum exposure. I'm known for marketing properties that sell. As a resident in NW Austin since '81, I'm passionate and committed to serving the community where I raised my family. I have systems in place, a strong referral base and would welcome the opportunity to work with and for you … (21 comments)
coldwell banker: Just Sold in NW Austin - 06/17/11 04:20 PM
Just Sold in NW AustinFuture NW Austin home sellers: 9202 Mystic Oaks Trail closed courtesy of Dorie Dillard, Coldwell Banker United Realtors in Austin, TX. My buyers just closed on this lovely updated 2 story home in Northwest Balcones which is situated on an exquisite .48 acre lot backing to the Bull Creek Greenbelt. I listed their home which sold quickly and they moved a short distance away to a short term rental while we searched for the perfect home. When this home came on the market we went over to see it right away, made an offer and found ourselves … (18 comments)
coldwell banker: Love Our Company Wide Sales Meetings - 03/23/11 07:10 AM
Every Tuesday morning each Coldwell Banker United office in Austin has a sales meeting and property tour. I rarely miss our meetings because our Broker Vanessa Bivens goes out of her way to make sure they are informative and worth attending! Yesterday morning was our annual joint office meeting. This year energetic, David Siroty, VP of Public Relations for Coldwell Banker, was our guest speaker. What a treat to hear the marketing strategies planned for 2011! David rolled out the new commercial and it is so cool...humor combined with a great message. No wonder last year's Coldwell Banker commercial received the … (20 comments)
coldwell banker: Austin Texas ~ Xplode ~ What an event - 02/12/11 08:28 AM
Thursday, February 10th I made it to a great event in Austin ~ Xplode Conference brought to us by the Texas Association of Realtors with some excellent sponsors: RPR, HomeFinder.com, Market Leader, dotloop and BH&G. A good portion of the proceeds of this event went to the featured charity: Mothers Fighting For Others. The conference had a hot list of speakers and talk about diversity! From Matt Stigliano, a punk rock star (with Bloodhound Gang for 14 years) now agent to Maya Paveza with Coldwell Banker Preferred in Delaware, a top producer and guru in social media. Our own Jason Crouch was … (35 comments)
coldwell banker: Watcha gonna do with that duck? - 11/20/10 07:26 AM
Watcha gonna do with that duck? We read Seth Godin on a daily basis. His philosophy from time to time is really wild because Seth Godin thinks differently from most folks. He is always referring to the term "ship it". What we derive from that statement is if you have something that is working well like a well oiled machine then "share it". Everyone has good ideas...some better than others. The most important ingredient we have found in the term "ship it" is to share it! We are surrounded by people who are always getting ready to get ready: lining their ducks up … (25 comments)
Our landlord of our office building CB Richard Ellis hosted its annual Halloween Party this afternoon! They served cupcakes from "Hey Cupcakes" and they were all gobbled up! Red Velvet, Carrot Cake, you name it - the selection was vast! And, so yummy!! Some even came in costume! We are still waiting to see who won the prize for the most creative costume! Love our work place!
Thanks CB Richard Ellis for another show of support for us tenants!!
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coldwell banker: Your Clients Need To Know You Care - Before They Care What You Know - 07/30/10 07:07 AM
I was reading a great blog by Richard Wiseman on Knowing Your Competition. It is crucial to understand what your competition is offering so you can create several higher levels of offerings that will make you stand out as a marketing guru. Of course you need to provide a good track record to cement the ideas you implement.Just this morning we emailed 3 of our sellers to let them know their homes were showcased in a local paper. Since we list many homes in the community our homes are often selected. We just came to terms on one of the homes … (68 comments)
coldwell banker: Our Landlord CBRE Loves Us Part II - 07/01/10 02:56 PM
Our Landlord CBRE Loves Us Part IIOur landlord treated us to an old-fashioned BBQ in the lobby of our building (Plaza One). There was an 80% chance of rain so they pulled it inside at lunch so we didn't get rained on.They served up brisket, chicken and sausage, tea and lemonade and apple pie!We love our location, views, building and our landlords! It's nice to feel appreciated. Thank you Julie Glove and the gang at CBRE...You are the best!! … (8 comments)
coldwell banker: Our Landlord Loves Us - 06/30/10 03:53 PM
CBRE (Coldwell Banker Richard Ellis) loves us! It's the 4th of July this coming weekend and our landlord is treating us to an old-fashioned BBQ on July 1st (rain or shine) in our front entrance by the flag pole! They are going to serve up brisket, chicken and sausage, tea and lemonade and oh...it wouldn't be a picnic if they didn't serve pie! Don't you just love it when you are appreciated? I love our location, our views, our offices and our landlord!!
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coldwell banker: Ahh... The Pendulum Is Swinging Back Our Way! - 05/19/10 06:52 PM
FHA Property Flipping Policy Update Our Coldwell Banker Mortgage loan officer, Marie Funston, always speaks at our sales meetings Tuesday mornings. I look forward to her topics and updates and this week she talked about updates on FHA property flipping guidelines. The current guidelines prohibit resales occurring up to 90 days or less following acquisition by the seller. The 90 day timeline is based on the time that has elapsed between the date the seller acquired the property (based upon the date of settlement) and the date of execution of the sale contract that will result in the FHA loan (the … (10 comments)
Yesterday, Jim Gillespie, president and chief executive officer of Coldwell Banker Real Estate, LLC appeared on Fox Business News. Talking with host Liz Claman on Countdown to the Final Bell, Jim discussed the state of the housing industry. Click here to watch! Jim talks about the mortgage rates and tax incentive credits making a difference for the buyers and feel is a good time to buy. The momentum of these items coupled with the economy improving, appear to be igniting interest from the buyers to begin their search and make offers! I know I'm going on lots of appointments … (4 comments)
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Tech Support MondayIt’s Monday after Easter and all the eggs have been found and chicks and jelly beans consumed! You’re waiting for the first cup of coffee brewing so I thought I’d provide you with a little levity to start your week!
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