San Francisco Bay Area ActiveRain meetup at Lottie Kendall's - 08/31/12 10:42 PM
San Francisco Bay Area ActiveRain meet up at Lottie Kendall'sSome San Francisco Bay Area ActiveRainers meet up at Lottie Kendall's in San Francisco on August 31, 2012. Lottie was kind enough to host our meet up at her new condo in Pacific Heights. From her living room window she has a spectacular view of the Bay. Unfortunately, the weather was foggy so there is not much definition to the photo I took. You might be able to make the Bay out between the City buildings and the hills across the Bay.
Lottie offered some delicious food she bought from … (7 comments)
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things to do in Alameda September 1 and 2, 2012 - 08/31/12 11:40 AM
Things to do in Alameda
Things to do in Alameda: South Shore Shopping Center is going to be a busy place on Saturday September 1. They will be hosting their Summer Beats Free Concert Series with Pure Ecstasy performing. The concert begins at 5:00 pm and continues until 7:00 pm.Things to do in Alameda: Alameda South Shore Center and Off the Grid will be back with more food trucks on September 1,from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm in the South Shore Center parking lot near Petco. Eight to ten trucks will including Cupkates, House of Siam, Liba Falafel, Sanguchon, Senor … (0 comments)
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Active Rain Not Working For You? Time To Self Assess! - 08/31/12 09:57 AM
Liz and Bill Spear always have cogent remarks to make about everything. I love to read them because they actually make sense of the topic they are discussing. This post is a good example. Some newbies to ActiveRain expect to that when they start blogging leads will flood in. Nope. It takes consistent blogging of great topically content. You gotta put in the time and a plan for your posts. Bliz tells you what to do.
Via Liz and Bill Spear RE/MAX Elite Warren County Ohio: Cincinnati to Dayton (513.265.3004 www.LizTour.com):
Active Rain Not Working For You? Time To Self Assess! … (4 comments)
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Google Places SEO: How to Dominate Your Local Search (Maps) - 08/31/12 09:50 AM
Michael George has so much good information and tips in his post about Google Places and SEO. He really is a SEO guru. I actually tried to set up my business on Google Places, but since I am a real estate agent with my company, I could not use Google Places. I will be talking with Michael about my problem. Michael also suggests we need to be on ForeSquare. Something I have to do right now.
Via Arizona SEO Consultant, Michael George:
Google's Local Search is becoming more and more prominent, and smart business owners know that a good SEO … (2 comments)
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Learn To Take No For The Answer - 08/29/12 07:25 PM
At the time I first started in real estate you did cold calling. So, I would set aside two hours every morning and call from a list a local title company sent me. It was a wearing job. No fun. Most people were kind and pleasant but were not interested in selling their homes. I must have heard “I plan on dying in my home, I am not selling,” ten or twenty times every time I cold called people. I don’t do that anymore. But it is a good experience to get used to hearing “no” more than you hear … (3 comments)
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More real estate terms buyers and sellers need to know - 08/29/12 07:07 PM
Real estate terms buyers and sellers need to know
When buyers and sellers enter into a contract to buy or sell a property they are assaulted with many phrases and terms which are undecipherable to them. I give buyers and sellers a short list of terms they may see in contracts and escrow documents. I tell them to ask me if they come upon a term they don’t understand. I know what the terms are and will be happy to explain them and their significance during a transaction. This is part III of definition of terms, here is the link … (6 comments)
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Real estate terms buyers and sellers need to know - 08/29/12 02:42 PM
Real estate terms buyers and sellers need to know
When buyers and sellers enter into a contract to buy or sell a property they are assaulted with many phrases and terms which are undecipherable to them. I give buyers and sellers a short list of terms they may see in contracts and escrow documents. I tell them to ask me if they come upon a term they don’t understand. I know what the terms are and will be happy to explain them and their significance during a transaction. This is part II of definition of terms, here is the … (2 comments)
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The Top Do’s & Don’ts When Selling Your Home - 08/29/12 11:45 AM
If you are considering selling your home, you must read Kristine Ginsberg’s article. She gives you solid advice and tips on what to do and what not to do. She especially is correct in her statement about assigning a purpose for each room which will help buyer see how they can use the room. And the best thing of all is she compliments her article with lovely photos of rooms she had staged to show the advantage of hiring a stager.
Via Kristine Ginsberg Morris County, NJ Stager (Morris County, NJ: Elite Staging and Redesign, LLC):
The Top Do’s and Don’ts … (2 comments)
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Consistent step heights prevent injury. - 08/29/12 11:28 AM
Every take stairs with steps that are not uniform in size? I have and it is unsettling and upsetting literally. According to Tom Arstingstall, California code requires stair riser height to be 7” to 4” and each step to be within ⅜” from every other step. Tom has the correct information for anyone who is planning to reconstruct stairs.
Via Tom Arstingstall - Dry Rot, Water Damage General Contractor in Sacramento (Dry Rot and Water Damage www.tromlerconstruction.com ):
Consistent step heights prevent injury.
There are some pretty strict building code requirements when it involves stair construction. The number of … (0 comments)
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Seven Must Do’s if you want to Capture that Lead - 08/29/12 10:51 AM
When you receive leads from Facebook, Twitter or your website do you have a plan to capture those leads. We all respond to the lead, but we could be doing so much more. Jeanna Martinez has written a great post about how you can capture those leads and show your knowledge at the same time. She had given me some good ideas which I plan to incorporate into my lead capture plan.
Via Jeanna Martinez (RE/MAX Access):
Seven Must Do’s if you want to Capture that Lead
If you are in the real estate business then you … (2 comments)
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What is the EMD and why should I care? - 08/28/12 04:28 PM
What is the EMD and why should I care?
What is the EMD and why should I care? When buyers in Alameda and other areas are in the first stages of looking for a home, there are so many phrases and terms bandied about that Buyers may become confused. I try to give buyers a short list of terms they may see in documents. Then I tell them to ask me, I know what the terms are and will be happy to explain them and their significance during a transaction.These are some of the terms that buyers ask about most … (3 comments)
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How to Communicate with Your Broker or Manager - 08/27/12 09:36 PM
When we hang our license at a real estate firm we are given a list or rules and practices for that office. Sometimes there are situation that occur that weren’t mentioned on the rules. J. Philip Faranda talks about those situations and what is the best way to let the management know so they can help or give advice. In my office my broker asks us to email and call him to let him know about a problem.
Via J. Philip Faranda (J. Philip R.E. LLC) Westchester County NY:
A small, benign event occurred recently that made me dust off … (6 comments)
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Change the Paint Color, Stage it, and SELL Your Home (Before & Afters) - 08/27/12 09:16 PM
Do your sellers need to have their home staged? Are they hesitating because of the price of staging. Just ask them to read Maureen Bray’s post about how she transformed drab, dreary rooms with just a little paint and lighting. Not only do the rooms look super, they contributed to quick sales for the homes she staged. What’s a few dollars when there is a quick sale for more money than the sellers would have gotten with their unstaged home.
Via Maureen Bray ~ Home Stager Portland OR ~ Home Staging Portland Oregon (Room Solutions Home Staging Portland OR):
Change the … (2 comments)
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Hide the Jewelry! - 08/27/12 09:09 PM
Ever have a valuable piece of jewelry or prescription drugs go missing during an open house? Jason Brodsky’s client called him to say that her valuable wedding ring was missing. The sellers searched the house from top to bottom and still no right. What would you do? Luckily, the ring turned up and all was well. Still, it is a sticky situation for all involved.
Via Jason Brodsky (Asheville Holistic Realty at Keller Williams):
So the other day I had a call that no agent wants to get.
"After the showing yesterday, my wife couldn't find her diamond wedding … (3 comments)
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Realtors - Making Sure Your Home Page is Sticky - 08/27/12 08:58 PM
Corinne Guest has written a great post about increasing your SEO and the importance of a good IDX which will help increase stickiness on your website. And don’t we all want people who visit our website to stick there and do some perusing? She has more ideas in her post which you must read.
Via Corinne Guest - Barrington & Northwest Suburbs Real Estate & Relocation (Managing Broker-Royal Advocate Realty-Barrington):
It's coming up to two years now since I moved my site from one service provider to another, it's been a long time since I stopped by here to talk … (0 comments)
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Snap Shot of Alameda real estate market - August 20 to August 27, 2012 - 08/27/12 10:16 AM
Snap Shot of Alameda real estate market - August 20 to August 27, 2012
This is a snapshot of the Alameda real estate market activity August 20 to August 27, 2012:New homes on the market.........................................................13Price changes...............................................................................6Homes that sold...........................................................................8Pending activity - all not just last week......................................136All properties currently on the market..........................................53Condos currently on the market...................................................8Townhouses currently on the market............................................5Distressed properties:Bank Owned properties................................................................5Short Sales..................................................................................3Average days on the market......................................................29(including distressed properties)Average sales price of single family homes.......................$415,833
The snapshot of the Alameda market shows that the number of new homes on the market last week decreased to 13 since the previous week’s total … (6 comments)
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Alameda High School 2012 football schedule - 08/25/12 09:24 PM
Alameda High School 2012 football schedule
The Alameda High School 2012 football schedule is out. The varsity schedule is below.In other news the Hornets join a new Athletic League!!The Alameda Hornets leave the Alameda Contra Costa Athletic League (the ACCAL) after nearly 25 years. Beginning in the fall of 2012, Alameda is joining the newly formed WACC (Western Alameda County Conference), which is largely made up of teams from the old Hayward Athletic League (HAL).This new super conference will be broken down into two divisions: An upper-level (the Foothill Division) and a lower/developing level (the Shoreline Division). Which sports … (3 comments)
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Encinal Jets 2012 Football Schedule - 08/25/12 08:33 PM
Encinal Jets 2012 Football Schedule
The Encinal Jets 2012 football schedule is available online now. The first game was on Friday, August 24. By looks of the teams the Jets will be playing, this should be a good football season. Good luck to the Jets.2012 VARSITY & JV SCHEDULEDate Opponent_______Place______________________TimeFri. 8/24 Jamboree................Seuquioa HS.........................................4-7p,m.Fri 8/31 Aptos.......................Willie Stargel Field...............................4:30-7pmFri 9/7 Rodriquez..................Rodriquez HS.......................................4:30-7pmFri 9/14 Serra ......................Serra HS............................................... 3:30pmFri 9/21 Castlemont............ Willie Stargel Field.............................. 4:30-7pmFri 9/22 Burton JV................Willie Stargel Field .............................11:00 amFri 9/28 Alameda..................Thompson Field................................... 4:30-7pmFri 10/5 Bishop O’Dowd.....Willie Stargel Field................................4:30-7pmFri 10/12 Berkeley.................Berkeley HS.......................................... 4:30-7pmFri 10/19 Castro Valley..........Castro Valley HS....................................4:30-7pmFri 10/26 … (2 comments)
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My Version of Active Rain Fun! - 08/24/12 09:29 PM
Suzanne McLaughlin has shared a collection of some great posts from ActiveRainer who never fail to entertain us with their wit. She even hints that if you and I like her posts she may make them a regular Friday Feature, so be sure to let her know you and I want more.
Via Suzanne McLaughlin, Wright & Sherburne Counties Realtor (Sabinske & Associates, Inc. (Albertville, St. Michael)):
Most of these posts are members only and for good reason. But, they caught my eye this evening. And, I wanted to share them with you.
If you click on the first … (5 comments)
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Whatever happens in vagueness stays in vagueness. - 08/24/12 09:01 PM
Sometimes it seems that we are working hard and not achieving our goals. We feel like a hamster on a treadmill. All we have to do to get ahead is run faster. The best thing to do is stop and analyze what we are doing and if what we are doing is getting us anywhere. Mike Cooper has written a brilliant post with a catchy title about being brutally honest with ourselves about our business. Are we doing the things that we need to do to achieve the success we want. A very insightful post.
Via Mike Cooper (Winchester Real … (0 comments)
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Home Buyers Today Need To Verify and Not Just Trust - 08/24/12 08:32 PM
Trust but verify, words to live by. Especially if you are a buyer looking at homes with a copy of the MLS. Do the facts you see match with the MLS information? Maybe or maybe not. The only way you can be sure is to investigate, with an excellent property inspector and with a Realtor who knows the real estate business inside and out. Michael Jacobs write about trust but verify.
Via Michael Jacobs, Pasadena CA/SanGabriel Valley Realtor, 818.516.4393 cell (Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate):
Home Buyers Today Need To Verify and Not Just Trust
As a home … (1 comments)
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Morris County NJ Occupied Home Staging Transformations - 08/24/12 04:35 PM
Think staging an occupied home is impossible. Not so. Just look at the pictures in Kristine Ginsberg’s post. She repurposes some cast off pieces of furniture and created sunny, modern, inviting rooms. Her clients helped by getting rid of the clutter then she took over to completely transform those rooms. What buyer wouldn’t fall in love with this house.
Via Kristine Ginsberg Morris County, NJ Stager (Morris County, NJ: Elite Staging and Redesign, LLC):
Morris County NJ Occupied Home Staging Transformations
As a Morris County, NJ Home Stager, my niche is occupied home staging. I love working with clients, using … (0 comments)
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Buyers agents ! It is not enough to just register your buyers at new construction if you want to help them. - 08/24/12 04:07 PM
Buyers who are looking at new construction would do well to read Gita Bantwal’s post. There are so many things buyers do not know. Since the agent at the new construction represents the builder they need to have their own representation. Someone who knows what questions to ask and understand the contract. Gita explains exactly what she does to protect her clients who want to buy new construction from making the wrong choices.
Via GITA BANTWAL, REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI BUCKS County & Philadelphia, PA HOMES (RE/MAX Centre Realtors):
Buyers should be told that the sales agent at new construction represents the builder.When prospective … (2 comments)
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Subpar Miniature Golf Grand Opening on Park Street - 08/24/12 10:23 AM
Subpar Miniature Golf Grand Opening on Park StreetSubpar Miniature Golf is hosting its Grand Opening on Saturday, August 25, at 10:00 am. Located at 1511 Park Street the mini golf course is open 7 days a week. The owners have been working hard to open Subpar Miniature Golf for over a year and now the wait is over. This is a one of a kind 18 hole indoor mini golf course that has a whimsical take on some Bay Area icons.
Subpar Miniature Golf has something for everyone. You will take a tour of the Bay Area landmarks as … (4 comments)
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Things to do in Alameda August 25, 2012 - 08/24/12 10:06 AM
Things to do in Alameda
Things to do in Alameda: Subpar Miniature Golf is hosting its Grand Openingon Saturday, August 25, at 10:00 am. Located at 1511 Park Street the mini golf course is open 7 days a week. The owners have been working hard to open Subpar Miniature Golf for over a year and now the wait is over. Subpar Miniature Golf is a one of a kind 18 hole indoor mini golf course that has a whimsical take on some Bay Area icons.
Things to do in Alameda: Alameda South Shore Center and … (0 comments)
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So You Want To Be a Realtor - 08/23/12 10:14 PM
Carol Ann Palmieri has some words of caution and serious advice for people who are thinking about becoming Realtors. It is not as easy as it looks and it is becoming harder and harder to do a good job as a Realtor. However, real estate can be a gratifying job for those who like working with people and derive pleasure from doing a good job.
Via Al and Cal Realty Group Al Mussi Carol Ann Palmieri (RE/MAX Executive Realty):
So you want to be a Realtor
Preface: I have enjoyed a rewarding and exciting career in real estate for the past … (4 comments)
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Birth of the Bungalow at Mastick Park in Alameda - 08/23/12 01:00 PM
Birth of the Bungalow at Mastick Park in Alameda
Birth of the Bungalow in Alameda will be the topic for the Woody Walk at Mastick Park on Sunday, August 26, 2012 at 1:00 pm. Woody Minor, local historian and native Alamedan, will lead a walk through the area called Mastick Park, which was Alameda’s oldest 20th century subdivision. Woody’s walk is sponsored by the Alameda Architectural Preservation Society. Walkers will meet at West Marine Parking Lot on the corner of Buena Vista Avenue and Constitution Way in Alameda.
Woody will talk about the emergence of the … (1 comments)
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Alameda Live @ the Library 2012 Concert Series - 08/22/12 04:27 PM
Alameda Live @ the Library 2012 Concert Series
The Alameda Live @ the Library 2012 concert series has been set for the year. The concerts are benefits for the Alameda Free Library which is located at 1550 Oak Street in Alameda.
Kenny Washington will head the bill on Saturday, September 22. Doors open at 7:00 pm and concerts begin at 8:00 pm. According to Andrew Gilbert of the East Bay Express, “Kenny Washington is an oversize talent who interprets standards with such intelligence and emotional commitment, it is like Rogers and Hart wrote “I Didn’t Know What Time It … (2 comments)
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Stinky Laundry Room? Stinky Bathroom? Check Your Traps. - 08/22/12 04:17 PM
Do you have a stinky smell in your basement? If you do Reuben Saltzman has the answer to your problem. I didn’t realize that the stinky smell in basements is because of water drying out in a little used drain. Now I can tell my clients what to do to eliminate the smell since Reuben offers advice and a way to fix these smelly drains.
Via Minneapolis Home Inspections - Reuben Saltzman (Structure Tech Home Inspections):
Have you noticed any foul odors in your basement that you just can't get to the bottom of? It might be sewer gases … (2 comments)
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The Psychological Value of Changing One Tiny Word - 08/22/12 04:04 PM
Marte Cliff, the best copywriter on ActiveRain, compares the effect of using the word “if” versus using the word “when” in your call to action. This is another comparison I would never have perceived as implying an active state versus a passive state. There is the evidence in her blog of using “when” in your call to action, as in “when” you’re ready to sell your home...
Via Marte Cliff (Marte Cliff Copywriting):
Marketing has a truism that many have tried to dispute, but it can't be done.
That truism is that "People buy from emotion and justify the … (5 comments)
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Be careful where you put your buts - 08/22/12 03:48 PM
Is “but” your favorite conjunction. I find that I use “but” a lot. I might be using it too much according to Marte Cliff, the best copywriter on ActiveRain. She gives good advice that using “but” can be interpreted as a negative element in a sentence. Eliminating “but” by using “and” may change a sentence from a negative to a positive. If you are like me, I constantly looks for way to improve my blogs. That is why I read Marte's blogs to learn a better way to write those blogs.
Via Marte Cliff (Marte Cliff Copywriting):
No, I'm not talking … (2 comments)
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New Alameda Recreation and Park Department Activity Guide is available - 08/21/12 04:24 PM
New Alameda Recreation and Park Department Activity Guide is available online
The new Alameda Recreation and Parks Department Activity Guide is now available online. It is crammed packed with things for kids and adults. The 40 page booklet contains information on City events co-sponsored by ARPD. The preschool and after school programs for children are a big part of the guide. Chess classes, driver education, film making and musical theatre are some of the enrichment classes offered. Dance and sports classes for youths are included in the Activity Guide. The Mastick Senior Center classes and events are also included in … (2 comments)
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HELP...MY HOUSE IS ON FIRE!!! CHECK YOUR SMOKE DETECTORS RIGHT NOW!!! - 08/20/12 08:26 PM
Karen Foster has a story and a suggestion for all of us. A neighbor had a fire in their home, lots of damage and months before they will be able to move back into their home. One of her other neighbors says in passing that he is going home to check his smoke detectors. Karen reminds us that we should check their smoke detectors now. Don’t wait for a fire to happen before you replace batteries.
Via Karen Foster (Exit Rookstool Moden Realty Co.):
It’s 10:00 p.m., on a hot summer’s night. Close your eyes for a moment. Picture yourself soundly … (0 comments)
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Can I Buy A Home If I'm Unemployed & Selling Cotton Candy On The Side? - 08/20/12 01:32 PM
I don’t hear this question very often, but if you do Greg Nino has the answer. He does say that unemployment is not considered income, so buying a house with only unemployment benefits may not be a good choice.
Via Greg Nino Houston Texas (RE/MAX West Houston Professionals):
Buying a home is not like buying a used Chevy Nova off that lot. It's much different. Way different.
Any "side business" must be able to prove its income. Bank statements, proof of everything. Lets say you made $64,000 "on the side" selling toasters & cutting boards from your van last year. Lets further assume you wrote … (2 comments)
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Phyllis Diller passes away at 95 - 08/20/12 01:13 PM
Phyllis Diller passes away at 95Phyllis Diller died today. She was 95 years old and was one of the first women stand up comedians. She lived in Alameda during the time she first started her career and we always remember her fondly. Her trademarks were her crazy hair and clothing and her husband Fang. She began her stand up career at the age of 40 when she performed at Purple Onion in San Francisco. Say a little prayer for her and the fact that we had the opportunity to enjoy her for a long time. Today’s staff spoke with her … (5 comments)
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Snap Shot of Alameda real estate market - August 14 to August 20, 2012 - 08/20/12 08:40 AM
Snap Shot of Alameda real estate market - August 14 to August 20, 2012
This is a snapshot of the Alameda real estate market activity August 14 to August 20, 2012:New homes on the market.........................................................15Price changes...............................................................................6Homes that sold.........................................................................17Pending activity - all not just last week......................................119All properties currently on the market..........................................67Condos currently on the market.................................................13Townhouses currently on the market............................................3Distressed properties:Bank Owned properties................................................................5Short Sales................................................................................10Average days on the market......................................................24(including distressed properties)Average sales price of single family homes.......................$515,107
The snapshot of the Alameda market shows that the number of new homes on the market last week decreased to 15 since the previous week’s total … (0 comments)
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Henry Haight Elementary School supply supply list for 2012/2013 - 08/19/12 10:31 PM
Henry Haight Elementary School supply supply list for 2012/2013
Henry Haight Elementary School’s first day of school is on August 27. Children and parents are in the process of preparing for the new year buying clothes. One of the things they need to know is what supplies do they need for schoolKindergarten to Second grade school supply wish list:
Third grade to fifth grade school supply wish list:
Henry Haight Elementary is in the central Alameda neighborhood. Haight's campus was upgraded in 2009, and the newly-designed gardens in front of the school are drought-tolerant and … (3 comments)
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STOP Scaring away the Buyers!!! - 08/18/12 10:24 PM
Buyers Agent Scott Godzyk enters the debate about whether an agent should work with a buyer who has not been preapproved. As a listing agent, I don’t have many buyers. The buyers with whom I work are former clients who are looking for a larger home or are downsizing. Or people who have been referred to me by friends and clients. I don’t ask them to be preapproved before I speak with them. Scott has a series of questions he asks buyers before he even gets to the proapproval question.
Via Scott Godzyk, One of Manchester NH's Leading Agents (Godzyk … (5 comments)
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Sometimes the Best SEO is "No SEO": 6 Tips You Can Use Right Now - 08/17/12 04:24 PM
Michael George, Arizona SEO guru has some great suggestions for increasing your SEO on Google + by tying your Google + to your website and ActiveRain. He also suggests signing up for an Answer.com account and link it to your Google+ account. Then every time you answer a question you create content that Google+ likes.
Via Arizona SEO Consultant, Michael George:
I've written before about the importance of Google+ and tying your Google profile with ActiveRain, your own website, and really-- anywhere that you blog.
I recently realized something about optimizing websites for Google and the affects were so amazing, … (0 comments)
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Things to do in Alameda August 18, 2012 - 08/17/12 12:12 PM
Things to do in AlamedaThings to Do in Alameda: USS Hornet honors and heroism of the World War II 1st and 2nd Filipino Regiments on August 18, 2012 at 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Bahala Na - Come What May! This day we recognize the vital role of the California-based 1st and 2nd Filipino Infantry Regiments as they fought to liberate the Philippines during WWII. Meet Filipino veterans and learn about the part they played in the War in the Pacific. Participate in this mission briefing and experience an aircraft carrier in action! Sit in the cockpit of a … (4 comments)
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Explore the Floor... - 08/16/12 08:59 PM
Ana Hitzel is a stager who know about flooring. Her post features pictures of gorgeous ClipTile flooring which is easy and quick to install and is green. It is so lovely. Ana knows about new developments in flooring. Some of the ceramic tile flooring she mentions can be install right over your existing floor without the use of grout. There are many types of flooring today that give a variety of looks like wood, tile, cork, cement and textured surfaces.
Via Ana Hitzel - Home Improvement - Staging Inland Empire & Palm Springs ( AccentPositives Home Staging ):
Great flooring … (2 comments)
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Girls, Inc. of the Island City After School Program - 08/16/12 12:38 PM
Girls, Inc. of the Island City After School ProgramGirls Inc. of the Island City has developed a new program for girls in grades 1 to 5, to inspire all girls to be Strong, Smart and Bold. The first session the girls will participate in is the “Girls Inc. National identity Programs: Project Bold and Media Literacy.”The Bold theme will be the focus of the fall session from August 27 to December 21, 2012. The sessions are designed to help girls develop self-reliance and life skills, “a core area identified as critical to addressing the challenges faced by all girls” according … (1 comments)
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Lum Elementary School - a parent’s guide to internet safety - 08/15/12 09:32 PM
Lum Elementary School - a parent’s guide to internet safetyLum Elementary School has added a parent’s guide to internet safety for their children to their website. The guide covers information on starter websites for children depending on their age. The guide suggests some websites that are age appropriate.
Lum Elementary School’s parent’s guide to internet safety cover browsers that are appropriate for children which in some cases offers a closed environment with no access to the wider internet.
The parent’s guide offers some dos and don’ts for your children to be sure they remain safe on line:“DoAsk your parents … (20 comments)
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Embedding Videos On Your Website- Is It Copyright Infringement? - 08/15/12 08:13 PM
I always worry when I embed a video I found on YouTube to my blog or website. Am I committing copyright infringement or not? YouTube says its OK, but who knows. Anyone can bring a lawsuit against anyone, and who wants that hassle. Thank heaven we have Nestor and Katerina Gasset to give us the facts about whether we are infringing on someone’s copyright or not.
Via Nestor & Katerina Gasset Realtors® Wellington Florida Homes For Sale (International Properties and Investments LLC):
There is a well known court case. Are you allowed to take videos from a video site such as YouTube … (0 comments)
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READING FROM THE OLD POSTS HOME - 08/15/12 07:57 PM
Commenting on others blogs when they comment on your blog is good manners. That’s what Richie Alan Nagar feels and I agree with him. We all want to get our points for commenting on 10 blogs, so why not comment on blogs of those who were kind enough to visit our blogs. The benefit is you might find someone new who you enjoy reading.
Via Richie Naggar Ran Right Realty Riverside, Ca:
I visited with some of my posts written from years ago or more recently. I like the comments both coming in and going out. I noticed that some … (2 comments)
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Stop, Drop and Roll! - 08/15/12 07:36 PM
I don’t get a chance to see all posts, so if there is a good post, I like the fact that people reblog them. Apparently, there have been a lot of posts about politics that go to a “dark place”, Alan May’s words not mine. He mentions why he doesn’t comment on those posts and what he feels is the effect of commenting on inflammatory posts.I agree with his conclusion. I don’t comment on political posts no matter what side they discuss. Not worth alienating a prospective client.
Via Alan May, Coldwell Banker Realtor® Evanston, Illinois & Northern Suburbs (847.425.3779 … (7 comments)
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Bay Farm Island Elementary School fifth grade supply list - 08/15/12 11:05 AM
Bay Farm Island Elementary School fifth grade supply list
Bay Farm Elementary School first day of school is August 27, 2012. The list of supplies for the fifth grade is now available for parents and children.
Bay Farm fifth Grade Supply ListFifth Grade Suggested Supply List3 Spiral notebooks (the 70 page notebooks will be sufficient)1 box of #2 pencils (mechanical pencils w/ lead are encouraged)1 large eraser (pink pearl suggested)1 box colored pencils (used for science, math and art)1 box broad tipped markers (ex. Mr. Sketch or Crayola)Pencil pouch or pencil boxPencil sharpener with shaving container to catch shavings3 … (0 comments)
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Hooray! Donna Foerster reached the 400,000 point mark - 08/14/12 04:42 PM
Hooray! Donna Foerster reached the 400,000 point mark Donna Foerster and I have been participating in our own friendly competition for months. We both decided that we would race to see who would reach the next major point mark first. She has been blogging, reblogging, commenting and doing anything else to accumulate points. I think all she has done is legal, but I am not sure. She is a fierce competitor.
She reached her goal of 400,000 points on Monday August 13. Let’s all congratulate her on the hard work and determination she has shown in reaching her goal.
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Bay Farm Island Elementary School third grade supply list - 08/14/12 03:55 PM
Bay Farm Island Elementary School third grade supply list
Bay Farm Elementary School first day of school is August 27, 2012. The list of supplies for the third grade is now available for parents and children.
Bay Farm Third Grade Supply List
Third Grade Supply List2 Green Spiral Notebooks – 70 pages – wide rule (math)1 Purple Spiral Notebook – 70 pages – wide rule (language/poetry writing)1 Composition book – black and white (journal writing/rdg response journal)1 Two pocket – Three prong folder1 two pocket folder (homework folder)1 1.4 oz glue stick (probably need 3 more for the year)Mr. … (3 comments)
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Bay Farm Island Elementary School first grade supply list - 08/14/12 03:44 PM
Bay Farm Island Elementary School first grade supply list
Bay Farm Elementary School first day of school is August 27, 2012. The list of supplies for the first grade is now available for parents and children.
Bay Farm First Grade Supply List2012/2013
1 plastic school box to hold supplies (approx 8”x 5”) 12 #2 pencils (Please sharpen.) Papermate or Dixon Ticonderoga brand pencils 2 Pink Pearl erasers 1 box 10 classic Crayola markers 1 box 10 Crayola skinny markers 2 black Sharpie brand fine point markers 2 black flair pens (fine point marker) 4 black Expo white board … (0 comments)
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Dryer Transition Ducts, Lint, and Fires - 08/14/12 10:01 AM
Reuben Saltzman experiments with transition ducts and fire. He selects the most common types of transition ducts he finds in home. The ducts made of plastic, foil and semi rigid metal ducts are stuffed with flammable material and then set on fire. Reuben’s videos shows what happens. Good information and I find that my plastic transition duct is one of the worst type. Note to self, I need to change that duct now.
Via Minneapolis Home Inspections - Reuben Saltzman (Structure Tech Home Inspections):
Last week I blogged about clothes dryer ducts, and this week I'm going to follow up with … (0 comments)
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How To Choose A Home Inspector - 08/14/12 09:19 AM
Jay Markanich is a very well qualified home inspector. When people look for home inspectors price is an important consideration, but it is not the only element one should consider when selecting a home inspector. Jay writes about the things one should look for when they choose home inspection .
Via Jay Markanich - Northern VA Home Inspector (Jay Markanich Real Estate Inspections, LLC):
So, does the buying public know about how to choose a home inspector?
How would YOU go about choosing a home inspector?
One very common way is email. I happen to know this to be true. Think … (0 comments)
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How to Integrate Traditional Sales Activities With Social Media Platforms - 08/13/12 04:32 PM
Teresa St. John offers useful information about integrating your traditional marketing with social media marketing. She writes about some good things to remember as you market both socially and traditionally. She has created a road map for both social and traditional marketing. Her post seems to be an effective strategy for integrating both forms of marketing.
Via Teresa St John (First American Title Insurance Company):
How to Integrate Traditional Sales Activities With Social Media Platforms
Creating a monthly road map of your marketing activities is a crucial detail to the sustainability of any business plan. Many of the real estate … (3 comments)
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NEW Technology we can use in our Business - 08/13/12 04:20 PM
Joan Cox with her newly acquired 700,000 + points, alerts us to seme cool tools to keep our electronic devices powered up. Both are inexpensive and easy to order. Thank Joan. More please.
Via Joan Cox, Denver Real Estate-720-231-6373 (Metro Brokers - House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate):
There are some new items on the market that could help us in our daily lives! Here is a new innovative way to keep all your electronic devices powered up.
PowerLine PowerCup is a 120V AC power adapter that plugs into your car’s cigarette lighter. None of your electronics will … (3 comments)
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Snap Shot of Alameda real estate market - August 7 to August 13, 2012 - 08/13/12 09:16 AM
Snap Shot of Alameda real estate market - August 7 to August 13, 2012This is a snapshot of the Alameda real estate market activity August 7 to August 13, 2012:New homes on the market.........................................................19Price changes...............................................................................7Homes that sold.........................................................................10Pending activity - all not just last week......................................130All properties currently on the market..........................................60Condos currently on the market.................................................14Townhouses currently on the market............................................1Distressed properties:Bank Owned properties................................................................2Short Sales..................................................................................6Average days on the market......................................................19(including distressed properties)Average sales price of single family homes.......................$531,928
The snapshot of the Alameda market shows that the number of new homes on the market last week increased to 19 since the previous week total of … (0 comments)
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Amelia Earhart Elementary School Parent information - 08/11/12 09:21 PM
Amelia Earhart Elementary School Parent information
Amelia Earhart Elementary School Parent Information is available online at the Amelia Earhart Elementary School website. Parents can view the school’s policy, schools calendar, school hours, lunch hours and more. The Parent Information is a comprehensive handbook.
Each month Earhart faculty highlight and focus on a life skill. They provide consistent parameters and expectations of conduct for the Earhart school community which include:
Responsibility Caring Organization Problem Solving Integrity Effort Perseverance Cooperation, and Curiosity. The Parent Information addresses several other very important issues including attendance, health and immunizations requirements, school safety, … (0 comments)
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Amelia Earhart Elementary School supply list - 08/11/12 04:44 PM
Amelia Earhart Elementary School supply list
Amelia Earhart Elementary School supply list will be shared with parents and students at back to school night on August 20, 2012 at 5:00 pm.
Amelia Earhart School is fortunate since the PTA, on behalf of all parents, contributes toward providing all school supplies at the beginning of each school year for each child. The supplies donated are only a small portion of what it takes to offer the quality and instructionally rich educational program that each Earhart students receives.
At Back to School Night each teacher will have a “Share the Support” … (12 comments)
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Things to do in Alameda August 10 - 08/10/12 10:09 AM
Things to do in AlamedaThings to Do in Alameda: The last Concert at the Cove will take place on Friday, August 10th starting at 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Billed as the Battle of the Bands this free concert will be held on the lawn near the Crab Cove Visitor Center at 1251 McKay Avenue. Bring your blanket, picnic basket and enjoy a beautiful evening with great music.
Things to do in Alameda: The 7th annual Frank Bette Plein Air Paintout exhibit and reception will be held on August 10, at 7:00 pm at Frank Bette Center for the Arts … (2 comments)
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Otis Elementary School supply list for fifth grade - 08/08/12 04:13 PM
Otis Elementary School supply list for fifth gradeIt’s time for our children to go back to school. School will begin on August 27 for schools in the Alameda Unified School District. That means that there are 3 weeks of summer left. Where did summer go?
For parent whose children attend Otis Elementary the school supply list for fifth grader is out. All Students should have a standard size backpack - large enough to hold folders 81/2 X 11” with their name inside. Please no rolling backpacks, binders or pencil boxes.
Fifth Grade5 #2 pencilsPink Pearl type eraser1 set colored pencilsDry … (4 comments)
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Otis Elementary School supply list for fourth grade - 08/08/12 08:25 AM
Otis Elementary School supply list for fourth gradeIt’s time for our children to go back to school. School will begin on August 27 for school in the Alameda Unified School District. That means that there are 3 weeks of summer left. For parent whose children attend Otis Elementary the school supply list for fourth grader is out. All Students should have a standard size backpack - large enough to hold folders 81/2 X 11” with their name inside. Please no rolling backpacks, binders or pencil boxes.Fourth GradePaper towelsKleenex boxesGlue SticksLow-odor whiteboard markers blue or black*No 2 pencils*1” ringsColored binder papers*Pencil … (2 comments)
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Otis Elementary School supply list for third graders - 08/07/12 03:52 PM
Otis Elementary School supply list for third gradeIt’s time for our children to go back to school. School will begin on August 27 in for school in the Alameda Unified School District. That means that there are 3 weeks of summer left. For parent whose children attend Otis Elementary the school supply list for third graders is out. All students should have a standard size backpack with their name inside. No rolling backpack, binders or pencil boxes.Third Grade1 bottle of white glue2 large glue sticks1 pkg of No. 2 pencils1 pkg thick washable markers - classic colors1 pkg thin washable … (2 comments)
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Otis Elementary School supply list for second grader - 08/07/12 03:37 PM
Otis Elementary School supply list for second gradeIt’s time for our children to go back to school. School will begin on August 27 in for school in the Alameda Unified School District. Not much time left, only 3 weeks away. Where did the summer go? For parent whose children attend Otis Elementary the school supply list for second graders is out. All students should have a standard size backpack with their name inside. No rolling backpack, binders or pencil boxes.Second Grade
Paper towelsFacial tissues8 oz Glue bottlesUhu Stic glue sticks (1.41 oz)Ticonderoga pencilsMr. Sketch markersForay whiteboard markers (black or blue)Pink … (2 comments)
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Otis Elementary School supply list for first grade - 08/07/12 03:21 PM
Otis Elementary School supply list for first gradeIt’s time for our children to go back to school. School will begin on August 27 for schools in the Alameda Unified School District. Wow, that is just 3 weeks away. Where did the summer go?
For parent whose children attend Otis Elementary the school supply list for First graders is out. All students should have a standard size backpack with their name inside. No rolling backpack, binders or pencil boxes.
First Grade
*Paper towels*Kleenex boxes*Glue sticks*Regular No. 2 pencilsColor pencils - presharpenedColor markers - washable inkLow-odor whiteboard markers - black or … (0 comments)
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4 Step Strategy for Pinterest Success - 08/07/12 02:41 PM
I tried pinterest earlier this year. I had a great time pinning and finding other sites to visit. Then I was told that I need to pin pictures that are linked to my blogs. So I stopped pining and began blogging in earnest. The RealSupport Real Estate Virtual Assistants Team offer a good strategy for anyone who is thinking of participating in pinterest.
Via RealSupport Real Estate Virtual Assistant (RealSupport Inc.):
Whether you are already on Pinterest or have just heard the chatter, there is no doubt that this is one of the most fun and addicting social media sites … (0 comments)
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Basic Black Dress for the Ladies, Gray or Navy Suit for the Gentlemen - 08/07/12 02:29 PM
Who would have thought that Roger Mucci was a talented stylist. Well he is. Just read his blog about the basic black dress. He compares accessorizing the basic black dress with decorating your home.
Via Roger D. Mucci Lake, Cuyahoga and Geauga Counties (Shaken...with a Twist 216.633.2092):
Ladies, the beauty about the basic black dress is that you can create many dramatic looks with it. You can dress it from office by day to party at night with the right accessories. A different necklace, brooch, earrings, scarf or shoes will change the entire mood and look of the dress. Gentlemen, same … (3 comments)
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I Want To Create A Flyer For You! - 08/07/12 02:18 PM
Chrissy Doremus offer some really good flyers for agents FREE. What could be better. I like free and I am sure you do to. Take a look at what she had to offer. Thanks, Chrissy.
Via Chrissy Doremus ~ U.S. Inspect ~ Home Inspections (U.S. Inspect):
I am just sitting down to write my latest flyer for my library of free marketing materials and I want to know what you'd like me to write about! As many of you know my print library in the U.S. Inspect Agent Resource Center is full of flyers that can be customized with your name and logo for free. Some example … (2 comments)
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Neener Neener! - 08/07/12 02:14 PM
Dick and Mary Greenberg had a great times driving very exotic cars. Dick described the event with his usual humor. His joy is infectious, I also felt like I was there with them. They were in heaven for auto aficionados.
Via Dick Greenberg (Coldwell Banker - Fort Collins, CO):
In a marketing blunder of epic proportions, the nice folks at Sill-Terhar Motors invited Mary & me to test drive a couple of "exotic" cars this morning. On tap was a Maserati QuattroPorte and....wait for it.... a Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder!
Exactly why Sill-Terhar thought we might be good … (2 comments)
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What are YOU doing here? - 08/07/12 01:56 PM
Every since my first listing, I have accompanied my client, buyer or seller, to the closing. Occasionally there are questions that need to be answered and I am the one to do the answering. Andrea Swiedler writes about an attorney who was surprised to see an agent at the closing table. Andrea is there at the close no matter who she represents.
Via Andrea Swiedler - Swiedler, Pomerantz & Adams, Litchfield County Real Estate (Prudential Connecticut Realty, Litchfield County Real Estate):
Litchfield County Real Estate Question of the day... What are YOU doing here? My associate, Liddy Adams, attended … (1 comments)
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"Just Doing It" - 08/07/12 11:31 AM
Wayne Turner suggests that giving a push to the buyer or seller by providing them with the steps they need to take and not vacillate. In other words, Just do it!
Via Wayne Turner (Turner Real Estate Group):
People follow people. You have heard me say it over and over. Here is one to think about. Ever sat in a restaurant with family or friends and everyone looks at each other asking the same question…What are you getting. Most people find it challenging to make decisions. Many of us order the same thing over and over in the same restaurants. It’s good … (0 comments)
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Science proves blogs are popular on Twitter - 08/06/12 09:41 PM
Science says put your blogs on Twitter and reap the benefits. Bryan Robertson say so, so it must be true. Well maybe that isn’t exactly what Bryan posted. He did say that researchers at UCLA and HP Labs show that blogs rank high for a chance of being retweeted. And don’t we all want to be retweeted and then have our blogs go viral.
Via Bryan Robertson, Real estate broker Los Altos & Silicon Valley Luxury Homes (Sereno Group):
Do you post your blogs on Twitter? Well you should be. It turns out that "blogs" are the #5 source of popular … (4 comments)
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A Listing From The Air - 08/06/12 09:31 PM
Margaret Rome is always working, even when she is high in the sky. Margaret blogs about how she got a listing by tell the prospective seller the best way to sell his house.
Via HomeRome Realty Author:Real Estate the Rome Way 410-530-2400:
A Listing From The Air A post by Jeanne and Ralph reminded me of how I got a listing. On a flight returning from a real estate convention, I was working on my weekly ads. My seat mate noticed what I was doing and started talking about houses. Of course I had to find out where he lived. I … (4 comments)
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7 Ways to Use Pinterest to Build Your Business - 08/06/12 09:26 PM
Rebekah Radice has some great information about Pinterest and how to take advantage of the site to increase your business. Pinterest can be more than pinning great photos and Rebekah shows all the ways you can increase traffic to your website with pinterest. Rebekah is a great resource for techie stuff because she knows it all and because she write in a clear and easily understandable way.l
Via Rebekah Radice Social Media Marketing, Management & Strategies (Manager of Industry Engagement, Better Homes & Gardens RE):
Pinterest is now the fastest growing social network, increasing its reach an unprecedented +4377% between May … (4 comments)
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SEO Tip of the Week: Write Like an Eighth-Grader - 08/06/12 04:20 PM
Michael George has some tips for writing blogs for everyone and ranking for readability on Google. It turns out that Google ranks your site for readability, which in their case is writing for an eighth grader. Michael also offers site where you can see if your blog ranks for readability.
Via Arizona SEO Expert, Michael George:
We all know that good content is crucial to SEO or search engine optimization.
Well, I recently ran into a very unique problem. I have a client who is an attorney and has a website with about 600 articles, all original, and all rich with … (0 comments)
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Snap shot of Alameda real estate market July 31 to August 6, 2012 - 08/06/12 11:13 AM
Snap Shot of Alameda real estate market - July 31 to August 6, 2012This is a snap shot of the Alameda real estate market activity July 31 to August 6, 2012:New homes on the market.........................................................13Price changes...............................................................................6Homes that sold.........................................................................14Pending activity - all not just last week......................................125All properties currently on the market..........................................68Condos currently on the market.................................................12Townhouses currently on the market............................................3Distressed properties:Bank Owned properties................................................................5Short Sales..................................................................................3Average days on the market......................................................24(including distressed properties)Average sales price of single family homes.......................$549,562
The snap shot of the Alameda market shows that the number of new homes on the market last week decreased slightly to 13 since the previous … (2 comments)
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Edison Elementary School suggested supplies list - 08/05/12 08:49 PM
Edison Elementary school, in the heart of the Fernside district will, be starting the 2012/2013 school year on August 27. Edison has issued its list of suggested school supplies for students from kindergarten to fifth grade. In addition to the list of supplies, students should have a standard size backpack which is large enough to hold folder 8.5 X 11 and larger. Each student should have the backpack labeled with their name. School supply lists:
“Edison Otters are active and hard-working students who contribute to the school community in a number of ways. Our students strive to uphold … (2 comments)
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Frank Bette Center for the Arts Plein Air Paintout Winners - 08/05/12 03:27 PM
Frank Bette Center for the Arts Plein Air Paintout Winners
The Frank Bette Center Plein Air Paintout Art Exhibit was held Saturday, August 4 at the South Shore Shopping Center. Thirty eight artists participated in the Plein Air Paintout. All painting were hung in the mall for shoppers and art lovers to view and enjoy.
Plein Air is a French phrase for “in the open air.” Plein air artists paint in natural light and with all the distraction of painting outside. The French Impressionists were plein air artists, think Monet and his waterlily paintings. According to the Frank Bette … (0 comments)
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Kindergarten enrollment for Alameda public schools - 08/05/12 11:55 AM
Kindergarten enrollment for Alameda public schools
The Alameda Unified School District has set its guidelines for Kindergarten enrollment. Parent may make an appointment to enroll their kindergartners by calling 510-337-7083 or visiting the Districts website where you can also find the enrollment packet.
To enroll your child for Kindergarten you must complete the enrollment packet and provide the following documents:
Fill out the enrollment form by hand. Your child’s original birth certificate (or proof of age such as a passport or certified baptismal certificate). Your child’s immunization record for Polio, DPT, Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR). Varicella (chickenpox) … (6 comments)
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Where are the Fastest Selling Homes According to NAR? - 08/03/12 10:54 PM
Where are the Fastest Selling Homes According to the NAR?
The market is finally changing in so many areas of the country. Those areas are experiencing reduced inventory, continued buyer demand, low interest rates and appraisals that support the sales price. Alameda, while not mentioned in the National Association Realtors' survey because we are a smaller city, is averaging 21 days on the market, with a median of 13 days on the market for the month of July, 2012.
The fastest selling homes are in seven areas of the country according to NAR data and they are:
Oakland, … (6 comments)
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Getting Rid of Your Clutter Could Change The Life of Someone Else - 08/03/12 09:58 PM
Sharon Tara offers advice to people who have a house crammed with things. Get rid of those things that you don’t use and will never use. There are people who can benefit from the items you give away and may even cherish them.
Via Sharon Tara New Hampshire Home Stager (Sharon Tara Transformations):
Getting Rid of Your Clutter Could Change The Life of Someone Else
I've learned so much over the years as a Home Stager in New Hampshire. I've worked in many homes and it never ceases to amaze me how much "stuff" people accumulate and how reluctant they … (6 comments)
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Don't Be So Quick To Give Away Your Money - 08/03/12 09:56 PM
Candy Miles posts about her refusal to lower her commission for a seller who asks. She justifies her reasons for not lowering her commission and she has some very valid points. I agree with her and don’t make it a habit of lower my commission. I work hard to sell homes and I should be paid for the work I do.
Via Candy Miles-Crocker Realtor Real-Life Real Estate Training (Online Real Estate Training):
Clients asking us to give up our hard-earned money takes on many forms.
Can You Reduce Your Commission? One of the more obvious ways is when we are … (4 comments)
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Things to do in Alameda August 3, 2012 - 08/03/12 09:33 AM
Things to do in AlamedaThings to Do in Alameda: Pacific Pinball Museum will host an art exhibit of Bagatelle, Pachinko and Peggle at the Museum on Friday, August 3, from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm at 1510 Webster Street, in Alameda. The Museum will present an exhibit of rare bagatelles and pachinko machines. There will be a Peggle Tournament on Saturday, August 4 from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Things to do in Alameda: The 7th annual Frank Bette Plein Air Paintoutwill end August 3, 2012. You may have noticed artists around town painting scenes of Alameda. Be … (0 comments)
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Islander Motel transformed into affordable housing - 08/02/12 09:12 PM
Islander Motel transformed into affordable housingThe Islander motel is in the process of being metamorphosed into the Alameda Islander an affordable housing complex. The building has been constructed of green and sustainable materials which will provide 62 units of permanent rental housing.
The former Islander Motel was built in 1971 and has been a blight on the lovely Park Avenue block of Victorian and craftsman homes and apartments. I can attest to that fact since the real estate office at which I work, Gallagher & Lindsey, is across the street from the Islander. We have had to endure police … (4 comments)
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"Trust, but Verify". How to Search for the Best Mortgage and Real Estate Professionals in Will County, Chicagoland, and Elsewhere - 08/02/12 09:38 AM
Gene Mundt offers some very sound advice for buyers who are looking for a lender who will do what he/she says. His advice is trust but verify. Sound familiar? You may remember that Ronald Reagan used those words about Russia. Reagan said it and you should follow his and Gene’s advice.
Via Gene Mundt Mortgage Lender Chicagoland Mortgage Lending (815.277.4036 www.genemundt.com):
"Trust, but Verify" How to Search for the Best Mortgage and Real Estate Professionals in Will County, Chicagoland, and Elsewhere "Trust, but verify" ....
Yep ... I'm quoting the Russian proverb utilized by President … (3 comments)
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Does anyone work this niche? - 08/02/12 08:57 AM
Marte Cliff suggests a real estate niche that many agents do not work. Since I am very experienced in this field, I think it is a good source of listings and can be very rewarding. I am talking about Probate Listings. Marte has created a marketing campaign for agents who may be considering working this niche. She is a clever and talented writer who can help with a probate marketing campaign.
Via Marte Cliff (Marte Cliff Copywriting):
There's one real estate niche I haven't seen mentioned on any of the Active Rain posts I read. Of course I know somebody is … (0 comments)
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The 28th Annual Park Street Art and Wine Faire a big success - 08/01/12 04:32 PM
The 28th Annual Park Street Art and Wine Faire a big success
The 28th Annual Park Street Art and Wine Faire is history now. Thousands of people enjoyed the faire last weekend. The weather was beautiful, foggy and mild mornings and sunny afternoons, our usual summertime weather.
There were more than 300 vendors and non-profit organization participating offering their merchandise and information. The kiddies rides, petting zoo, face painting booth and activities were packed with children who seemed to be having fun. The variety of exotic food included Thai, Vietnamese, Chinese, Latino, and All American foods like roasted corn … (6 comments)
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HotPads.com and FOR RENT SCAMMERS - 08/01/12 02:40 PM
Carla Muss-Jacobs writes about the latest rental scam and its on Hotpads. I have seen lots of rental scams on Craigslist but not on Hotpads. She also has a couple of links you should check out.
Via Carla Muss-Jacobs - Principal Broker/ Owner | Exclusive Buyers Agent | (503-810-7192 | BuyersAgentPortland.com):
Scammers are using HotPads.com and posting real estate agents' listings . . . FOR RENT!!
In the past week, I have had three separate inquiries on the same home that's currently listed FOR SALE in the Portland Metro Area.
Unfortunately, the inquiries were not from buyers interested, but all three inquires were about the FOR RENT status … (4 comments)
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Appraisers Gone Wild? - 08/01/12 02:35 PM
Tom Branch posts about a problem with an appraiser, a drippy faucet. What, are appraisers turning into property inspectors. I do believe they are extending into an area where they have no expertise. What gives?
Via Tom Branch | Broker, CDPE, SFR, ACRE | Plano TX Ambassador | 214-227-6626 (RE/MAX Dallas Suburbs):
Today I received notice from the buyer's agent on one of my listings that the lender was requiring repairs in order to approve the buyer's mortgage.
While lender required repairs are not common, we do see them from time-to-time if the appraiser feels there may be a foundation problem, … (3 comments)
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