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Starter home listings........ - 10/31/07 07:41 PM
                                                          
Looking for a way to get extra exposure for your starter homes? Want to have the opportunity to have them stand out from the others? here is your chance to do just that! I want to welcome you all to my new group starter homes listings. Its a great new … (0 comments)

Trick or treat- you'll need me........... - 10/31/07 12:44 PM
NOW is the time to take advantage of prospective buyers and sellers that are just waiting for you and can fall right into your lap if you are looking for them and present the opportunity!! Last year at this time i tried something just for the sake of it and it … (4 comments)

Don't give false hope or advice to prospective sellers- - 10/31/07 12:26 PM
I went to a listing appointment last night- was further away than I normally would go but it was a referral so of course I was going to speak to the sellers about their home. I waited for about 10 minutes and the owners finally arrived. They were very nice people- … (7 comments)

REO, Quick Sales and CMAs- how do you sort out the dead wood? - 10/29/07 12:47 PM
   The MLS has been overpowered with so many REO, bank owned, quick sales that it is almost impossible to make an accurate CMA for sellers. Because these homes are listed below their market value in almost every case, it makes it difficult to create a proper, accurate CMA for those … (4 comments)

Who's interviewing who? Meeting your buyers for the first time....... - 10/28/07 10:01 PM
When you meet your buyers for the first time, are they interviewing you or are you interviewing the buyers? The first impression that is made is critical in Real Estate. You want to be confident, compassionate and understanding the buyer's needs. You also want to qualify the buyers to make sure … (9 comments)

He who names it should not blame it - 10/28/07 09:41 PM
The mortgage trend that had transpired 2 years ago has caused a wave in the current real estate market and homeowners are treading water or even worse- sinking into foreclosure. The mortgage trend was good for buyers that used it wisely. How about those who did not know better or for … (3 comments)

With great blogging comes great responsibility - 10/28/07 07:20 PM
         There are many types of blogging as we have seen over the past few years. Kids are blogging as well as professionals on many sites including Myspace.com as well as professional/career web sites such as our activerain.com. Those who are into blogging know they can expect great things to come … (4 comments)

44 Parker Street, Agawam, MA 01001-SOLD - 10/27/07 10:34 PM
 Talk about a great starter home in the VERY desired location of Agawam, MA!! This is the perfect home for 1st time buyers. Priced to sell, instant equity is here and ready for you! 3 bedroom Ranch has many nice features and updates that makes this a turn key home!
                 
For 31 years, … (9 comments)

Harassment from other agent's client has me hiring a body guard.... - 10/24/07 08:08 PM
Sometimes it seems like you have met every type of people in this business then something new comes along to prove you are so wrong!! A few months ago I had a all from someone who had a home they wanted to rent. It was a single family home so I … (10 comments)

Poor professionalism of others reflects on the listing agent. Open house nightmare! - 10/24/07 07:51 PM
I had a few homes I was doing an open house on this past weekend and of course just like ALL of us we can not be at them all at the same times so we offer our listings to other agents so they may build up some leads or even … (29 comments)

New England Open Houses to Attend! - 10/21/07 09:09 AM
Enclosed are some open houses in the New England location. Today is a great day to attend an open house if you are seeking a home! These homes have much to offer and are awaiting your arrival! Come see why New England is loved by it's residents!
SPRINGFIELD, VERMONT~
If you are in … (3 comments)

134 Tremont Street Springfield, MA 01104-Open House - 10/19/07 09:48 AM
 
                          Come join us for open house this Sunday, October 21st from 1pm-3pm!
This is a great starter home! Asking price: $149,900! Desire more land? The 2 adjacent lots of are available for purchase. Buyer will have the 1st right of purchase for additional lots.
(5 comments)

By request~How to create a real estate slide show for your marketing - 10/18/07 02:07 PM
I have had several requests over the past week on how to make a slide-show for their Active Rainweb site so I have decided to make a blog for those who want to learn! For those who are interested in making their home pages or blogs more interesting by creating and … (5 comments)

Foreclosure advice on the internet- is it the right information to provide to the consumers? - 10/18/07 09:21 AM
   I was reading some of the daily topics on Comcast.net when this particular article caught my eye. It is giving the consumer advice about purchasing foreclosed homes and how it will generate instant equity in the home. This article also speaks for the bargain hunters and almost thanks the real estate … (3 comments)

Walking tall & carry a positive attitude will keep you moving forward in today's market - 10/17/07 08:15 PM
   The  real estate market continues to shift and there are even more REO properties and quick sales on the market then ever before. Why? Because of the trendy mortgage programs that buyers were signing on for and now that the teaser rates have expired, people are unable to make the … (7 comments)

Full service bathroom for sale - 10/17/07 09:55 AM
                         Included in this fantastic starter home is a full service bathroom
                                                              
Enjoy reading any of the magazines while you ponder the morning's agenda. Want to view yourself in your night clothes? Well you can! This unique bathroom is equipped with a full length mirror to ensure your pajamas are in … (10 comments)

How do you resolve the curb appeal of others that reflects on the seller's home? - 10/17/07 09:21 AM
I have a client right now that has been dealing with the adjacent home's lack of exterior care. It has effected the sale of her home because of the visual situation as well as other reasons. She feels her home has been overlooked as a great home because of the neighbor. … (15 comments)

Creative way to support Broker's Open feedback-What do you think? - 10/16/07 03:05 PM
   I have come up with an idea that I am going to try at my next Broker's Open (which is next week) and I think it will work out really well to support the good, the bad and the ugly when it comes to the homes on the market.
      While … (0 comments)

Share your traffic reports! - 10/15/07 07:34 PM
I use most of the real estate web sites as well as my visual tour that provides the traffic report for the day and
for the week. I email my sellers on Monday evenings the traffic report for the week. it gives them another
 perspective on how their home is being viewed … (9 comments)

Safety for the holidays, tips to give your sellers and buyers- also helps your marketing! - 10/15/07 07:24 PM
The holidays are almost here and we have Halloween knocking at our doors so there are a few tips I always give to my sellers and for us as agents that always seem to be the right trick to prevent any misfortune among us!
 
I have done this every year and … (3 comments)

Hearty Italian Stew - 10/15/07 07:01 PM
The weather is changing and it seems like a good time to share the stick to your ribs food of the season! This has always been a favorite in my home and I hope it becomes one in yours!
   *** HEARTY ITALIAN STEW***
1 POUND GROUND BEEF2 CUPS FRESH SPINACH-CHOPPED1 CUP CELERY … (5 comments)

Feedback requested not insults.....my pet peeve! - 10/09/07 09:48 AM
I really angers me when the buyer's agent does not do the simple things that would make life a lot easier for the listing agent. This is truly my pet peeve and it drives me crazy when the buyer's agent does not call with feedback or when they finally do call it … (17 comments)

Stick to your ribs chicken & dumpling stew - 10/08/07 09:43 PM
If you are looking for a stick to your ribs dish then this is the one for you!
                 
CHICKEN & DUMPLING STEW
2 pounds boneless chicken breast1 cup sliced carrots1 cup sliced celery1/2 cup fresh or frozen mushrooms1 cup frozen green beans3 TBL chicken bouillon1/4 cup corn starchTsp garlic salt1 cup … (15 comments)

Bring the buyers and sellers to you. Host a workshop! - 10/08/07 08:35 PM
We all try to be creative and find new ways to generate buyers and sellers. I have found something that is out of the box and has been quite effective! Want to add 5-10 more buyers or sellers into your sphere monthly? Well host a workshop! I have done quite well with … (15 comments)

Welcome one and all to the my new group New England Listings! - 10/07/07 12:03 PM
 
   I know there are many groups here for blogging your listings, in my opinion there is no such thing as "too many opportunities".  
I want to invite you to join New England Listings. This will be a great place for those who would like a special place for their new … (4 comments)

28 Begley Street Springfield, Ma-Reduced - 10/06/07 11:25 AM
                                                             ~~ PRICED REDUCED~~
                                                           ASKING PRICE $230,000!
                                  JOIN US FOR OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY NOVEMBER 4TH FROM 2PM-4PM!
If you are seeking newer construction in Springfield, Ma that is affordable and spacious then this is the home for you! Talk about attention to detail!
 Built in 2004, this beautiful 3 bedroom/1.5 bath Colonial has so many unique … (3 comments)

The big secret about Springfield, Ma! - 10/06/07 10:39 AM
 
Want to know more about Greater Springfield?
Springfield is very versatile with culture,arts, recreation and sports. The greater Springfield area has many local parks for swimming, camping, picnic areas, walking trails and playgrounds. For more information please visit http://www.springfieldcityhall.com/Park/ .
                                                            
Fright Fest at 6-Flags New England! 6 Flags is only a … (8 comments)

Security is slipping away with the NAR! - 10/04/07 04:47 PM
I just recieved this email from the NAR and it is bothering me that such a mistake was easy to make! I have enclosed the email and please tell me if you have recieved one also or what your input is on this matter!
Dear Maureen,
We wanted to let you know that … (13 comments)

Healthy family time or bad business? Is there a right answer? Feedback please! - 10/02/07 08:19 PM
      I have a dilemma that I am hoping you all can help me with. When I first signed on as an Agent, I provided my cell phone number   to MLS as my contact number. It was fine at first because I was building business and the phone wasn't ringing … (8 comments)

You have found the needle in the haystack! - 10/01/07 12:06 PM
                                           134 Tremont Street Springfield, Ma 01104
If you are seeking a spacious, affordable starter home then you have found the needle in the haystack! This Old Style 3 bedroom/1.5 bath is loaded with many updates and fantastic features for the buyer!
               
So many updates! This is a perfect starter home so … (7 comments)

A bad apple in the real estate basket.....what is my next step? - 10/01/07 07:51 AM
We all go to the same classes, learn the same state laws yet there is always someone out there that has to be the buzz kill! I was so furious when I had gotten off the phone yesterday that I had to take a short drive to cool off!            
                   
I … (15 comments)

 
Real Estate Agent: MAUREEN STACCATO Associate Partner Massachusetts (KELLER WILLIAMS OF PIONEER VALLEY)
MAUREEN STACCATO Associate Partner Massachusetts
Springfield, MA
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KELLER WILLIAMS OF PIONEER VALLEY

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