Book Review: naked conversations by Richard Scoble and Shel Israel - 04/30/08 12:18 PM
Last
week I came across a post here that was questioning why people were
no longer active on AR. I wrote such a post myself, when I
reached a certain goal to my surprise, and I am sure that others have
too. One of the commenters expressed trepidation over blogging, so … (8 comments)
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Two Basic Necessities Delivered Through Blogs - 04/30/08 08:16 AM
I
have needs; you have
needs. There are basic needs which we must meet in
our lives. We all know the three that are frequently mentioned:
shelter, food, and clothing. I found it interesting to note that food
shows up in the blogging world at a much higher degree than the … (10 comments)
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A Website for Houston Foodaholics: B-4-U-Eat - 04/28/08 10:08 PM
Sometimes you make a connection with somebody, and you may not quite be sure why. Other times you know very well why the connection was made. A helping hand for a person who is new to your community may be all that it takes.
Last year, I was contacted by a … (7 comments)
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This Book's For You - 04/28/08 11:28 AM
I
poured myself a cup of coffee, before heading out the door with my
book in tow. My wife wanted me to wait, since she knew
that my daughter would be grabbing her favorite book to join me. We
have a slight chill in the air here in Houston, which is … (7 comments)
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The Forgiveness Stamp - 04/23/08 01:22 PM
My
mother is retiring from her job, which has caused a minor confusion
in her office. There have been so many little tasks that
she takes care of, that now her co-workers are realizing that they
will have to learn how to do for themselves. One basic chore was
buying stamps. … (14 comments)
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Exit Interviews: You have finished the job, so should you find out how it went? - 04/17/08 08:05 AM
Last night, I started to think about my clients life and how I interact with it. As an inspector, my contacts with the consumer are fewer than a Realtors, so I try to make sure that there is a connection. I love to read marketing books, but mainly I call … (7 comments)
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Determining Financial Success - 04/15/08 08:12 AM
I have never cared for the notion of keeping up with the Jonses. As my peers were receiving the latest most have item in our teen world, my parents informed me that I would have to find a job to earn the money for what I wanted. My brother and … (2 comments)
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Unusual Marketing Tip #358 - 04/14/08 11:00 AM
Yes, I am the oddball who uses a push mower and edger around my home. On the positive side, I do not need to worry about gas prices, nor am I hurting the environment. I leave the clippings were they fall to help my yard. On the negative side, I … (13 comments)
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Which Brokerage Should My Daughter Use to Sell Her House? - 04/09/08 08:20 PM
My daughter is concerned. She has worked hard updating her doll house, but she thinks that the cost may be too much for her. She is interviewing Realtors now to see what sign will be sitting in front of her precious home. Since her vocabulary is limited, she forcefully says … (15 comments)
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Where is the Tank? Some facts about tankless water heaters - 04/08/08 08:08 AM
I have a confession to make. I have been coveting a tankless water heater from Bosch. Yes, coveting is frowned upon, but it is a beautiful thing. In fact, this style of water heater is becoming more popular with many homeowners as a way to save on energy costs. Looking … (8 comments)
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The 411 on 811: The National Number to Call When You Dig - 04/07/08 05:58 PM
I wanted everything to be perfect. I was going to dig two feet down, and then I would mix in organic matter as I had studied in various volumes from Rodales. This garden bed was going to flourish. I had fallen in love with gardening while growing up in Chicago. … (6 comments)
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In Honor of Bette Davis, or Hire This Home Inspector - 04/05/08 10:43 AM
Since I am a big fan of films, my ears perk up when listening to stories about my favorite actors. Bette Davis has been on people's minds of late, since this is the anniversary of her birth. Here was a constant worker, who could not sit still. She promoted herself … (2 comments)
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Welcome to the Neighborhood - 04/03/08 06:33 AM
Where are the personal boundaries when it comes to our home? Is our backyard our personal space not to be violated? I have been a strong believer in that good relationships between neighbors is a deterrent to crime, and it creates a support network. It is nice to see those … (7 comments)
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Turning the Utilities Back On In a Winterized Home - 04/01/08 10:09 AM
This is my version of a public service announcement. Over the last six months, my business has seen an increase of buyers going after foreclosures. In most cases, these homes have been winterized, so no damage can occur when vacant. From my own experience, I have noticed that when an … (12 comments)
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