SET THE PLAN TODAY - 06/30/09 07:57 AM

It is critical for all of us to create a business plan for each one of us so that we have a road map to arrive at our destination. I see so many Realtors not focused and frustrated. This can be remedied by establishing a solid business plan. Furthermore, I would highly recommend to them on having a mentor to keep one accountable during this time.
Here are the TOP 5 MISTAKES CREATING A BUSINESS PLAN
UNREALISTIC FINANCIAL PROJECTIONS-I am going to make $1 million in my first year in real estate. How many of you have witnessed this from … (12 comments)

MADOFF 150 YEARS IN PRISON - 06/30/09 07:16 AM
             GUILTY                  I HAVE A GREAT STOCK TIP!
I read the other day that Bernard Madoff was sentenced to 150 years in prison for the financial scandal that unfolded during the economic down time. His financial empire was exposed to the world. Movies stars and other well known people just gave him millions of dollars at a time. Non-profit and school funds gave him millions to invest in exchange for a higher return. Wow, that just amazes me. His prison sentence was referred to only given to terrorists, traitors and evil doers. The Federal Government wanted to set the example for … (12 comments)

WINNER IS? - 06/29/09 12:40 PM

 

I posted a blog asking everyone if they had a favorite doughnut shop to meet people in the morning. Well, Dunkin' Donuts won hands down. People loved their coffee and doughnuts. I know they have hit Arizona pretty hard when it comes to opening 200+ stores along with heavy advertising on TV, radio and billboards along with streets. The people have spoken on AR. Dunkin' Donuts WON.
Thanks for participating in my little survey.
 
PASS ME ONE MORE PLEASE!
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DO YOU KNOW YOUR BBM? FIND OUT MORE - 06/29/09 09:16 AM

Do you know your BBM this morning? I have written several posts about how important it is to have a business plan. Well, I emphasize that having a budget is very important to running a successful business. One must know where they stand each month in order to achieve the numbers needed to ensure if the plan is successful or not. I worked in Corporate America for fourteen years of my life. I had another name for it so please see below:

BARE       

BOTTOM
MINIMUM    
 
Every business owener needs to know their BBM each month. I … (8 comments)

STRIPPER ARRESTED IN ARIZONA! READ ALL ABOUT IT! - 06/29/09 08:11 AM
STRIPPER ARRESTED IN ARIZONA! READ ALL ABOUT IT! (edit/delete)

Yes, we had our first stripper arrested in the state of Arizona. A gentleman was arrested for stripping his home that went into foreclosure. This has become a huge problem here in Arizona and around the country. People are stripping their homes to only sell the items to friends and people on Craigslist. There was a person selling items on Craigslist such as molding, kitchen cabinets, bathrooms cabinets and entire fixtures in the house before it went into foreclosure. The FBI is starting to crack down on this crime.
 SENDING … (25 comments)

WHICH IS YOUR FAVORITE? TAKING A POLL - 06/28/09 02:50 PM
                                                 
 
We all have our favorite doughnut place in the morning to meet clients. Which is your favorite doughnut shop? Taking a poll today only. I will give the results tomorrow morning in a blog.
 
THANKS FOR PARTICIPATION!

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FOUND IT! GAS LOW PRICE! - 06/28/09 02:06 PM
       
I found a great place to obtain inexpensive gas here in Phoenix, AZ. I was driving by the sign and I had to take a picture of it. What are you paying in gas these days? Keep going $$$$$$$$$$$$
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ARE YOU CUTTING BACK? - 06/28/09 09:43 AM
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I just wanted to ask the many AR members out there this important question as many Americans are cutting back due to economic downturn. Do you think more Americans are shopping at Macy's or Walmart? Are you seeing more affluent people at WalMart? Are they cutting back to save money?
 
WalMart Facts:
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. serves customers and members more than 200 million times per week at more than 7,900 retail units under 55 different banners in 15 countries. With fiscal year 2009 sales of $401 billion, Wal-Mart employs almost 2.2 million associates worldwide.
Macy's Facts:
Macy's … (8 comments)

ARE U SMART TO DRIVE THIS CAR? - 06/28/09 09:09 AM
          ARE YOU SAVING MONEY?
How many of you see these cars on the streets in your local area? Does anyone have this type of car for real estate? Are they safe? What are your thoughts?
I did a little research on these cars. Please read about my fact findings
America cannot keep up with the demand. The car cost about $12,000 depending in your area Very fuel efficient 33 miles per gallon and 41 on the highway Highest safety award for their class in car. I love this quote, "heavier cars are inherently safer than smaller ones."  
  EXCUSE ME!
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PLENTY OF PARKING SPOTS - 06/28/09 08:31 AM

I was driving down Glendale Avenue on my way to set up my listing when I discovered many empty car lots in a row. There were three in a row to be exact. I know the Phoenix market has slowed down. Also, many car dealerships big and small have closed their doors due to lack of financing. Is this happening in your local economy? Please give us an update
 
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WHAT ARE YOU PAYING FOR GAS? - 06/28/09 08:11 AM

 
I posted a picture this morning where the gas price was $2.76. I come home and saw a place charging $2.73. I could have saved three cents from this morning. I believe they do they price change to draw peopel into the store so they purchase other items. What is the gas price in your local city this afternoon?
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ARE YOU A SOB AGENT? BETTER READ - 06/27/09 07:28 PM
 YOU SOB!
Are you a SOB today? What does it mean to be a SOB?
Superstar Agent
On
Bank Owned Properties
Agents need to be a darn good SOB to close REOs in today's real estate market. I know many buyers are getting frustrated with the whole process of waiting and receiving multiple counter offers on great homes. Banks are playing the waiting game in order to receive top dollar for these homes. It is a crazy market we are in. However, we need to overcome market obstacles and get the Deal Done! I wish all of us the best during … (5 comments)

STRIPPER ARRESTED IN ARIZONA! READ ALL ABOUT IT! - 06/27/09 07:07 PM

Yes, we had our first stripper arrested in the state of Arizona. A gentleman was arrested for stripping his home that went into foreclosure. This has become a huge problem here in Arizona and around the country. People are stripping their homes to only sell the items to friends and people on Craigslist. There was a person selling items on Craigslist such as molding, kitchen cabinets, bathrooms cabinets and entire fixtures in the house before it went into foreclosure. The FBI is starting to crack down on this crime.
 SENDING OUT THEIR FINEST AGENTS!
The local police encourage neighbors to … (65 comments)

ARIZONA TO REMOVE SPEED ENFORCEMENT CAMERAS - 06/27/09 06:56 PM
 

Speed cameras are all over the place here in the state of Arizona. There is a huge debate on getting rid of them. Many people see them as a money making machine for the state of Arizona as budgets continue to get cut due to economic slow down across the state. However, law enforcement officials state the cameras are needed to enforce the speed laws to make the streets safer to drive. People against the cameras say they distract the driver. Do you have speed cameras in your state? Do they help or not? What are your view points … (7 comments)

ARE YOU RECEIVING PHONE CALLS FROM TELEMARKETERS? - 06/27/09 05:15 PM
 IT IS ONLY $2,500 ALL DAY LONG! NO PROBLEM!
 
How many phone calls do you receive on a weekly basis from people trying to sell us something? I honestly recceive about four phone calls per week. Where do they obtain our information? Well, they get our information for social media web sites such as Activerain and Facebook to name a couple out there. Companies use these web sites for farming purposes. They stick a person making $10 per hour to call people like us to see if we want to purchase X. Do you like receiving these calls? What do … (12 comments)

GAS PRICES GO DOWN - 06/27/09 04:51 PM

I posted a picture this morning where the gas price was $2.76. I come home and saw a place charging $2.73. I could have saved three cents from this morning. I believe they do they price change to draw peopel into the store so they purchase other items. What is the gas price in your local city this afternoon?
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GREAT OFFICE SPACE FOR REALTORS - 06/27/09 04:47 PM

Here is my other office space during the summer time where I meet clients. The Gelato Spot serves great Italian ice cream all year round. It tastes great during the hot weather. I just wanted to share some secret spots to cool off here in Phoenix, AZ during the summer time where temperatures are well above 100 degrees F. Do you have some favorite spots in your local area? Please share them with us.
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HOT PHOENIX REAL ESTATE MARKET - 06/27/09 04:42 PM

Things are heating up here in Phoenix, AZ. I just took a picture of my temperature inside of my car. Yes, that is 106 degrees hot. I always make sure I drink plenty of water in the desert. How does one overcome the heat? I think of Buffalo during the winter time and have plenty of water on hand to weather the heat for the next two months. It is nice to have a swimming pool to cool off. How is the weather in your local city? Enjoy the summer and be safe

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COFFEE AND JACK WHOLE LOT BETTER WITH AR - 06/27/09 12:54 PM
I have been a member of ActiveRain since April of 2009. I was invited by a friend of mine in the business. I gave everty excuse in the book not to blog. Here were some of my excuses:
No time to blog What am I going to write about? Who is going to read my article? What is ActiveRain all about? I do not see the value in it Well, I have overcome all the objections mentioned above. I am hooked on blogging. It is amazing how much content that is in my head. I really do enjoy writing. I wrote a … (13 comments)

EMPTY CAR LOTS DURING RECESSION - 06/27/09 12:40 PM

I was driving down Glendale Avenue on my way to set up my listing when I discovered many empty car lots in a row. There were three in a row to be exact. I know the Phoenix market has slowed down. Also, many car dealerships big and small have closed their doors due to lack of financing. Is this happening in your local economy? Please give us an update
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YARD SALE THIS MORNING - 06/27/09 12:32 PM

I stopped by this lovely yard sale this morning. However, all the good stuff was gone by 8AM this morning. This house is situated on a busy corner of Phoenix. However, I asked the gentleman the main reason for the sale. He informed me that he has one every month to make some extra money. He collects junk throughout the month and stores it. I told him what I do for a living-Real Estate. I gave him my card. I asked him to give me a call when he sees a house in bad condition. He said no problem. I … (5 comments)

BATMAN AND THE ROCK PILE - 06/27/09 08:51 AM

Here is a picture of Batman(my son) and a rock hill. I recently had new rock placed in my backyard. A huge dump truck came to dump it. So, my son took advantage of the opportunity to start playing on the mountian of rocks. He got out his bulldozer and had a blast. This project has been completed.
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TREAUSRE OR NOT? - 06/27/09 08:47 AM

Here is another photo in the field of a bank owned property full of plastic bottles. Why would anyone keep these bottles? These plastic bottles were in the back patio all over the place. The place really smelled bad. I will start taking pictures of things I see in bank owned properties so everyone gets a taste at the homes that I see on a daily basis. It is incredible to me on how some people decide how to live.
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TOP 10 WAYS TO BE DIFFERENT STARTING TODAY - 06/27/09 08:21 AM

There are well over one million plus agents in America. How does a buyer pick an agent? Do they take an online course on how to pick an agent? Agents have over 60% chance of being their agent on the first point of contact. I have found that buyers do not wish to tell their stories more than once to a Realtor? Has this been your experience? I assume the sale when I am on the phone. I give them several reasons to pick me as their Realtor.
TOP 10 WAYS TO STAND OUT FROM THE COMPETITION
Answer the phone … (9 comments)

PRIVATE MONEY EASY TO FIND - 06/27/09 12:22 AM
I work mainly with investors who want great deals and want to invest the minimum in order to reserve their cash for more deals. So, I have been able to develop relationships with private individuals that will loan their money out to other investors at a normal 18% short term bridge loan in order to get a better return on their money. The private lender is in first lien position on the property. It has been working out quite nicely in my business.

Here are some of the advantages of using private money when dealing with real estate investments:
 
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BANKS SAY NO TO LOAN MODS - 06/27/09 12:09 AM
We have another exciting week in real estate. Markets across the country are starting to see some great acticity. I am sure many of you come encounter with loan modifications. What do you do with these people? Who do you refer them to besides call their mortgage company? I was reading my monthly real estate magazine. This month's topic was loan modifications. Many people are upside down in their home in Arizona. We are one of the hardest hit ares in the country. So, I am reading my trade journal when I read a section about a licensed real estate agent … (9 comments)

REO PROPERTY WITH ROOM CHANGES - 06/26/09 11:59 PM
 TOOK EVERYTHING BUT THE KITCHEN SINK!
I just wanted to share this picture with everyone tonight. I visited this bank own property at the start of the week. Wow, we found the kitchen sink in the living room. Someone had ripped out the entire kitchen from this house. However, they took everything but the kitchen sink. This is a true story. What would you do if you saw the kitchen sink in the living room? Great time to wash dishes at night while watching TV.
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I LOVE TO PARTY! HOW ABOUT YOU? READ ALL ABOUT IT - 06/26/09 11:17 PM

How many of us like a good party? Time are tough and many people are worried if they are going to lose their job. Gas prices are increasing and the unemployment rate continues to increase each month. Foreclosures and mortgage rates continue to increase each month. What are we to do as Realtors? I have the solution for all of us P A R T Y!
PLAN-Realtor needs a solid business plan to stay on track. A compass so one stays on course during the rough times as we are experiencing right now.
Action-Realtor must take action to implement the business plan.
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GIVE AND TAKE! READ ON - 06/26/09 11:12 PM
 WHO IS GOING TO WIN?
I was just discussing how people give and take in a new relationship whether it is boyfriend and girlfriend or Realtor and mortgage professional. Who will take more? Who will give more? I learned a very important lesson early in my corporate management training. I learned to give more than I received when managing people. Why? I learned that it is truly better to give than receive. I had no problem asking for favors from people because I had earned their trust.
 NO ONE WAY FOR ME!

Well, I have taken this same philosophy into … (5 comments)

BE A MENTOR TODAY - 06/26/09 09:52 PM
                             HAVE MENTOR!
I have been in the real estate industry for the past seven years. I spent the first fourteen years in corporate America. I was thrown into the real estate industry. However, I knew I had to obtain a mentor in order to survive in real estate. I needed someone to teach me the ropes. Real estate is very competitive. Many agents do not like to teach other new agents based on creating more competition in the field. Why? That was my question. There is enough business for everyone in this field. Senior agents brag about their knowledge. … (9 comments)

TOMORROW IS GARAGE SALES YAHOO - 06/26/09 09:39 PM

 

 
It is that time of year again. I am starting to see garage sale signs all over the Phoenix area. How many people love garage sales? Personally, my wife and I have a garage sale one time per year in order to remove junk from our house. Plus, it shows our kids not to be pack rats. Furthermore, it is a great way to make a few hundred bucks in a few hours depending on what one has for sale.
Our family has a garage once per year. It is amazing that you see the same people … (11 comments)

WHAT IS THE PRICE OF GAS IN YOUR CITY TODAY? - 06/26/09 08:43 PM

I just filled my car up with gas. Wow, we have gas prices increasing in America. I just paid $2.68 last week. Are prices increasing or decreasing in your city? We put a lot of miles on our car when it comes to real estate. So, we have to budget transportation and maintenance on our car so it continues to run efficiently. I am sure prices will continue to increase throughout the summer.
PLEASE SHARE THE COST OF GAS IN YOUR CITY.

START PUMPING $$$$! 
 
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MISTAKES HAPPEN BUT NOT OVER AND OVER - 06/26/09 08:18 PM

I thought I would reflect on the past several years since I have been in the real estate industry. I have made rookie mistakes just like many of you. I was spoiled because I had a mentor for the first two years in this industry who taught me the ropes. They say people who have the most experience have made the most mistakes. We all learn from mistakes to make us better realtors. So, here is my top 10 list of mistakes made by realtors:
Send over fully executed contract Not opening escrow the next day Verify the prelim title … (9 comments)

FRIDAY PHOTO HUMOR - 06/26/09 03:57 PM
 CITED WWW.DESPAIR.COM
I visit this site a few times per week to obtain motivation when things happen during the week. It is a spin off of motivational posters. It is a great web site. Please read the one that I picked out today. How many people can relate to this one? Comments welcome Bring it On!
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OPEN HOUSE! COME IN PLEASE - 06/26/09 03:49 PM

I just wanted to share a picture of a recent open house that I attended the other day. The window was broken so anybody will be able to attend this open house. It is open 24 hours per day to cater to investors trying to steal the deal. Do you have these type of properties in your city? Please share with us this afternoon. I would love to receive feedback from you.
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PHOENIX REAL ESTATE HEATING UP - 06/26/09 03:33 PM

It is true the the Phoenix real estate is heating up. Also, the temperature is starting to increase over the last couple of weeks. Weather forecaster predictus temperatures well over the 100's in the next couple of days. One needs plenty of water and working A/C to survive the heat. What is the temperature in your area today? How do you survive the heat?
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TITLE INSURANCE AT CLOSE - 06/26/09 03:24 PM

Real estate is a part of everyone's life. We see real estate for sale or lease on a daily basis via Internet, television, radio, and newspaper. The definition of title means an owner has the right to maintain or sell real estate in his/her possession. The owner has the right to enjoy the property. Title is the history of ownership of a parcel of land. Title companies do title searches to ensure that a buyer will have clean title when purchasing a piece of real estate. They want to ensure there is a true hand over of the property to … (4 comments)

WHAT IS YOUR MAGIC NUMBER? READ TODAY - 06/26/09 03:12 PM

 
When considering purchasing your first home, whether you get the mortgage or not, may depend on your credit score.  Your score is determined by a network of credit reporting agencies, that either share information with, or are owned by, three major credit bureaus. The bredit bureaus take the information reported by the agencies and turn it into one report.  This is your credit report and is what lenders use to determine whether or not to issue mortgages or other loans.It's a good idea to  inorder to know where you stand before you get too far in the home buying process, that way … (5 comments)

WHAT IS YOUR SIGN? READ MINE - 06/26/09 02:57 PM

I just picked up my new listing signs for Real Estate and Beyond LLC. I just wanted to share with you my new signs. My slogan is "Make the Call, Set the Plan, and Do the Deals." I am gearing up to cater to trustee sales here in Phoenix, AZ. I am expecting many listings over the next sixty days as investors purchase the homes from court house steps and put them back on the market after repair. If you need further information on how to participate in the great Phoenix Real Estate market, Make the Call-see profile for further … (13 comments)

CLOSE ON A HOME WITH A VIEW - 06/26/09 02:41 PM

I just wanted to share this picture with AR this afternoon from Phoenix, AZ. This title company has a great conference with a spectacular view of the mountains. People love coming to this title company because of the view. Do you have title companies in your area with these types of views? Please share them with us. Thanks Great American Title Agency for an oustanding performance each and every week.
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WORLD WIDE OFFICE LOCATIONS AS A REALTOR READ MORE - 06/26/09 02:06 PM
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Am I the only Realtor with offices around the world? Where do you take customers when meeting them for the first time or writing an offer on a property? Personally, I always take my customers to Starbucks because it has a better atmosphere and it is not as crowded depnding on which one you pick during the day. Furthermore, more of my customers prefer Starbuck beverages. I know McDonalds is competing with Starbucks when it comes to coffee. We have a coffee war going on in America.
       WHICH IS YOUR FAVORITE? PLEASE INFORM US TODAY 
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WHAT IS THE PRICE OF GAS IN YOUR CITY TODAY? - 06/26/09 01:49 PM

I just filled my car up with gas. Wow, we have gas prices increasing in America. I just paid $2.68 last week. Are prices increasing or decreasing in your city? We put a lot of miles on our car when it comes to real estate. So, we have to budget transportation and maintenance on our car so it continues to run efficiently. I am sure prices will continue to increase throughout the summer.
PLEASE SHARE THE COST OF GAS IN YOUR CITY.

START PUMPING $$$$! 
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CREDIT SCARY! CALL HARRY! BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND - 06/26/09 09:14 AM
DELAYED GRATIFICATION!
 
Market values continue to decline across America. Home values have decreased from 25-50% from 2005 boom. The traditional way of selling real estate is making it harder to sell residential real estate. Here in the Phoenix housing market, bank owned properties make up to 50% or more of listings in the Arizona Multiple Listing Service. Many sellers including new home builders continue to compete with low selling foreclosed homes.
Yes, mortgage rates continue to be at their lowest levels in years. However, mortgage guidelines continue to make it harder for people to obtain a traditional home mortgage based … (6 comments)

MAKE MONEY IN REAL ESTATE TODAY READ ON - 06/26/09 08:48 AM
Real estate has become a top discussion at many dinner tables and water coolers around the country. Everybody equates real estate and riches together. Real estate education is a multibillion dollar industry. However, only 2% of the people that obtain the education will put it into application. Real estate is a team sport. One cannot do this sport on their own based upon my experience.
So, I have developed the Real Estate and Beyond Network so people can just plug into the Network when investing in real estate. I have developed a group of professionals that serve to be in their … (12 comments)

GREAT JOB BRIAN MARKUS - 06/26/09 08:18 AM

I want everyone to welcome Brian Markus to the ActiveRain Community. Brian joined my company a little over two months ago. I started my own real estate company here in Phoenix, AZ after my popular radio show named Real Estate and Beyond. We have created a one stop for people to plug into the Network to start buying homes in the Greater Phoenix area. So, Brian has been in real estate since 2002 with great experience.
He is holding up his first real estate commission check with Real Estate and Beyond. He came to Real Estate and Beyond because of … (6 comments)

BECOME PART OF THE ROYAL COURT IN YOUR LOCAL AREA - 06/26/09 07:44 AM
  SOLD! SOLD! SOLD! SOLD!

Things are starting to heat up in Phoenix, AZ. Bank owned properties are starting to receive multiple counter offers on properties. That means homes are being priced right so that buyers an investors are competing with one another. Then, the listing agent asks for highest and best offer to drive the price up more for the bank. I have seen prices go between 5-10% of the original listing price. I represent many investors who want deals. Well, that means I am forced to enter the trustee sales at the court house steps.
DEFINITON OF TRUSTEE … (9 comments)

FLOOD IS COMING! TOP 10 TIPS TO PREPARE FOR THE FLOOD - 06/26/09 07:27 AM

The flood is coming. The flood is coming. Sure! Take is easy my friend. We all know another flood of bank owned homes will be hitting the market with the amount of homes that have been taken back by the bank. It seems that the inventory of homes is starting to shrink across the board. It is my belief that the Federal Government has been working hard on building a false sense of consumer confidence. Howver, unemployment and inflation continue to rise. We will see what happens in the coming months.
Are you be prepared for the flood of bank owned homes? The flood … (8 comments)

HOW MUCH FOR THE TREE? - 06/25/09 07:51 AM
    MORE TREES FOR PAPER!            
I received an Email from my mortgage broker when working with my buyers. I just thought I would share the information with the Community. There are no more stated loans. We must prove all income resources. I just wanted to share it with you. Make sure your buyers cooperate with the loan officer when it comes to paperwork. It could kill the deal.
For W2 Wage Earners:
Copy of most recent 30 days' pay stubs
Copy of last 2 years' W2 forms
Copy of Drivers License
Copy of Social Security Card -OR- Passport
Copy of most recent … (5 comments)

TOP 5 MISTAKES CREATING A BUSINESS PLAN - 06/25/09 07:32 AM

It is critical for all of us to create a business plan for each one of us so that we have a road map to arrive at our destination. I see so many Realtors not focused and frustrated. This can be remedied by establishing a solid business plan. Furthermore, I would highly recommend to them on having a mentor to keep one accountable during this time.
Here are the TOP 5 MISTAKES CREATING A BUSINESS PLAN
UNREALISTIC FINANCIAL PROJECTIONS-I am going to make $1 million in my first year in real estate. How many of you have witnessed this from … (13 comments)

LEARN ABC'S OF REAL ESTATE IMPORTANT - 06/24/09 12:10 PM
I have many agents ask me here in the Phoenix market on why I am successful. I am flattered by the question. I just do what I do on a daily basis to make things happen. My grandfather told me, "Son, never refuse work today because it may not be there tomorrow." I live by that motto. I do everything in my power to complete daily tasks that are assigned to me. I am a rainmaker. So, I have developed my own real estate company in the Phoenix metropolitan areas.
Here are my ABC's when it comes to the Phoenix real … (8 comments)

DO YOU PARTY? I DO READ ON - 06/24/09 08:40 AM

How many of us like a good party? Time are tough and many people are worried if they are going to lose their job. Gas prices are increasing and the unemployment rate continues to increase each month. Foreclosures and mortgage rates continue to increase each month. What are we to do as Realtors? I have the solution for all of us P A R T Y!
PLAN-Realtor needs a solid business plan to stay on track. A compass so one stays on course during the rough times as we are experiencing right now.
Action-Realtor must take action to implement the business plan.
… (11 comments)

MY TOP 10 REASONS TO OBTAIN A MENTOR WHEN ENTERING REAL ESTATE AS NEW AGENT - 06/23/09 08:47 AM

 
I have been in the real estate industry for the past seven years. I spent the first fourteen years in corporate America. I was thrown into the real estate industry. However, I knew I had to obtain a mentor in order to survive in real estate. I needed someone to teach me the ropes. Real estate is very competitive. Many agents do not like to teach other new agents based on creating more competition in the field. Why? That was my question. There is enough business for everyone in this field. Senior agents brag about their knowledge. However, they … (5 comments)

GOT MILK? GOT MENTOR! - 06/23/09 08:26 AM
 GOT MILK?                              HAVE MENTOR!
I have been in the real estate industry for the past seven years. I spent the first fourteen years in corporate America. I was thrown into the real estate industry. However, I knew I had to obtain a mentor in order to survive in real estate. I needed someone to teach me the ropes. Real estate is very competitive. Many agents do not like to teach other new agents based on creating more competition in the field. Why? That was my question. There is enough business for everyone in this field. Senior agents brag about their … (7 comments)

DO YOU FEAR SUCCESS? READ ON! - 06/22/09 09:40 AM
 SHOULD I OR NOT?
I meet people every week from my radio show and when I am out in public. There are way too many people with a poor attitude. Why is everyone looking for a hand out? The American people wanted change and change is here. However, we need to change in order to make it through this change. The other day I was listening to someone on the radio talking about free health care for Americans. Free? It is not free. We will be paying for it.
Everyone in the real estate business has had to refocus and adjust … (44 comments)

DRIVE AND DETERMINATION FOR ME AND YOU - 06/22/09 08:49 AM
Top 10 Best Cities for Recent     Average Rent for a One Bedroom                College Graduates                   Apartment    1.  Indianapolis                                  $625    2.  Philadelphia                                  $1,034    3.  Baltimore                                     $1,130    4.  Cincinnati                                     $691    5.  Cleveland                                     $686    6.  New York                                      $1,548    7.  Phoenix                                       $747    8.  Denver                                        $877    9.  Chicago                                       $1,133    10. San Antonio                                 $696 Related Posts
cited http://www.searchsahomes.net/top-10-cities-for-young-college-graduates/
I was reading this interesting article on college graduates moving to the cities listed above where there are plenty of jobs that require one year or less of experience. Obviously, we are talking about adults between the ages of 20-25 years old. It brought me back to the time … (6 comments)

HAVE YOU MADE ONE OF THE TOP 10 REALTOR MISTAKES? - 06/21/09 08:33 PM

I thought I would reflect on the past several years since I have been in the real estate industry. I have made rookie mistakes just like many of you. I was spoiled because I had a mentor for the first two years in this industry who taught me the ropes. They say people who have the most experience have made the most mistakes. We all learn from mistakes to make us better realtors. So, here is my top 10 list of mistakes made by realtors:
Send over fully executed contract Not opening escrow the next day Verify the prelim title … (10 comments)

YOU HAVE A GOOD LIFE BE HAPPY - 06/21/09 06:41 PM
 TOP 5 TIPS TO BEAT DEPRESSION READ BELOW!
How many of us get depressed at times? All we hear on the media is negative news on a daily basis. Where does one get filled up with positive energy? It is not the national media. I have thrown my television into the garbage. I refuse to participate in the negative news coming across it. The real estate industry has been taking a hit across America. I have talked to several agents that are depressed and down on their luck. What does one do?
One has to draw a line in the sand … (9 comments)

TOP 10 BLOGS FOR INVESTMENT REAL ESTATE - 06/21/09 03:58 PM
http://www.dealmakersblog.com/top-10-real-estate-investing-blogs/
 
Real Estate Radio USA The Trump Blog REI Tips Investor Loft Real Estate Investor Bigger Pockets National Real Estate Investor Real Estate Investing Secrets Future of Real Estate Marketing The Phoenix Real Estate Guy I just wanted to share with you some of the sites that I review on a weekly basis when it comes to real estate investing. Please review the sites above when it comes to real estate investing. I love these sites. I have obtained many great ideas and connections throughout the world.
Let me know your thoughts on the web sites. I like viewing #1 … (7 comments)

RAINMAKERS GET PHONE CALLS FROM TELEMARKETERS - 06/21/09 01:19 PM
 IT IS ONLY $2,500 ALL DAY LONG! NO PROBLEM!
 
How many phone calls do you receive on a weekly basis from people trying to sell us something? I honestly recceive about four phone calls per week. Where do they obtain our information? Well, they get our information for social media web sites such as Activerain and Facebook to name a couple out there. Companies use these web sites for farming purposes. They stick a person making $10 per hour to call people like us to see if we want to purchase X. Do you like receiving these calls? What do … (7 comments)

60,000 POINTS TODAY THANKS AR NETWORK - 06/21/09 12:45 PM

I just wanted to thank everyone for assisting me in achieving 60,000 points on Father's Day. This is a special day for me. ActiveRain reminds me of climbing a mountain which I do quite frequently here in Phoenix, AZ. It takes one step at a time to get to the top. It takes one key stroke at a time to create a blog. It takes focus, dedication and pure enjoyment when participating on ActiveRain. I have an overall game plan which I implement on a daily basis on ActiveRain.
 
 
 WE CAN DO IT TOGETHER!

We can all … (11 comments)

TODAY JOIN REAL ESTATE AND BEYOND NETWORK GROUP - 06/21/09 11:27 AM
I have established the Real Estate and Beyond Network here in Phoenix, AZ. I have created a one stop shop for primary home buyers and investors to purchase real estate. I have formed a group of professionals that compliment each other and not compete with one another. It has been very successful here in the Phoenix real estate market. Many out of state investors are just plugging into my Network.

The picture above shows a kid diving into the water. I feel the same way with ActiveRain. I have dived into the AR Network head first and not looking back. … (3 comments)

SOCIAL NETWORKING AND REAL ESTATE EXPERT - 06/21/09 10:54 AM
ONE LARGE NETWORK! JUST PLUG IN!
 
I have been dedicated to social networking for the past six months. I decided to develop a plan to heavily invest my time into social networking. Here were some of my main reasons to start social networking:
Everyone is doing it Minimum cost I love to write Search engine rankings Obtain new business So, I developed the reasons above to start my social networking plan. I got myself on all the social networking sites that are possible. I am sure I am missing a couple. My assistant helps me to be current on all … (9 comments)

WHY OBTAIN A MENTOR IN REAL ESTATE INDUSTRY? - 06/21/09 09:59 AM
 
I have been in the real estate industry for the past seven years. I spent the first fourteen years in corporate America. I was thrown into the real estate industry. However, I knew I had to obtain a mentor in order to survive in real estate. I needed someone to teach me the ropes. Real estate is very competitive. Many agents do not like to teach other new agents based on creating more competition in the field. Why? That was my question. There is enough business for everyone in this field. Senior agents brag about their knowledge. However, they are … (12 comments)

TOP 10 REASONS DRINK COFFEE READ TODAY! - 06/21/09 09:31 AM
 ONE MORE CUP PLEASE!
I said I would never drink coffee when I was a child. I never liked the taste of it. Then, I went to college. I was introduced to coffee when I went to college. I needed a way to stay up to study for finals. My roommate at the time had a coffee machine in the room. So, I helped myself to a whole pot. This kept me up the whole night to study for my finals. Well, I aced my finals that week. I have been hooked on coffee ever since that positive experience.
I know … (17 comments)

TOP 5 CAREERS IN AMERICA NO REALTOR! - 06/21/09 09:24 AM

 
The list below shows the top 5 professions for 2009:
1.   Physician Assistant
2.   Physical and Occupational Therapist
3.   Medical Science Liaison (Pharmaceutical)
4.   Account Director (Internet and Sales Marketing)
5.   Information Technicians (SQL Database Administrators) and Software Developers
It seems the medical and computer field will always be great professions at time continue on. More and more people are getting older that require medical assistance. Phoenix, AZ is becoming a big medical hub because many older people are coming here to retire. There people are demanding medical attention form the community. They need services to live their lives. … (7 comments)

TOP 5 MISTAKES TO AVOID AS NEW REALTOR - 06/21/09 08:48 AM

I am seeing many more new Realtors come into the market. Why? Home sales are up and many people think that selling real estate is easy. Right? We all have our stories when it comes to this question. I have been in this busy for the last seven years and counting. I must be doing something right if I am still in the game. That is what people tell me when they hire me as their Realtor. However, I did not get to my level of expertise over night. It has taken mentors, mistakes, time, money and educational courses to … (7 comments)

SOAR LIKE AN EAGLE IN REAL ESTATE - 06/20/09 11:19 PM

The Phoenix real estate market is heating up along with many parts of America. Real estate is the buzz word in every conversation. What do you think about real estate? How do you make money in real estate? These are just some of the questions I get asked on a weekly basis. I believe many more people are looking at real estate as an alternative investment since trust has vanished from Wall Street. The timing is right to be the local expert on Real Estate. Take advantage of the opportunities in front of you, today.
Here are my tips to … (12 comments)

EX-NFL STAR FILES FOR BANKRUPTCY TODAY - 06/20/09 10:55 PM

Bankruptcy has become a popular word during these economic times. Many more celebreties are filing bankruptcy because even the so called Stars are being hit hard. I was shocked this morning to read that Bernie Kosar filed for bankruptcy.
 
Kosar owes close to $1.5 million in "unsecured debt" to the Cleveland Browns Kosar owes his ex-wife Babette $3 million $725,000 (from a personal loan) to the owner of the Cleveland Gladiators of the Arena Football League. He owes a bank more than $9 million for bad real estate deals(Who was his Realtor?) Restaurant failed Cited YAHOO NEWS
Is there any good … (9 comments)

TOP 10 BETTER WAYS TO BLOG ON AR - 06/20/09 09:44 PM

I have been on AR for less than two months. I was invited to join AR from one of my business partners. Well, I got hooked on it. I love the ease of blogging to express my opinions on the Internet. I became an official Certified Rainmaker this week. Can I put that on my business card?
Here are my top 10 Tips to writing more effective blogs:
Title must catch people's attention so they click to read First couple of sentences must be interesting enough so people want to read it Write about topics that interest other people Write about your … (14 comments)

TOP 5 TIPS TO SAVE ENERGY - 06/20/09 09:21 PM

 
My wife and I have been reading about ways to save energy. Yes, we are like many other Americans trying to cut back where we can in the budget. Here are the Top 5 Tips to Save Energy
Install Programmable Thermostat Change A/C filter on a monthly basis Turn off ceiling fans when leaving the home Do not prerinse your dishes Clint out the lint in the dryer I just wanted to share with the AR community on what we are trying to do to save on energy and dollars back into our pockets. What other tips are out … (10 comments)

PHOENIX REAL ESTATE PAYS FOR RETIREMENT MUST READ TODAY - 06/20/09 08:47 PM
REAL ESTATE KEY TO RETIREMENT FUNDS
We have many people worried about their retirement monies being on Wall Street. Many people have lost up to 50% of their total investments. People are looking for alternative investments to obtain a better rate of return. What is the answer? The answer is real estate. I have many people call into my radio show wanting more information on how to use their retirement accounts to invest in real estate. We give people true checkbook control over their money.
CHECKBOOK CONTROL OF YOUR RETIREMENT FUNDS!
Self Directed Retirement Plans's flexible retirement plans have the following … (3 comments)

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY - 06/20/09 08:28 PM

I just want to wish a Happy Father's Day for all the hard working one's out there. I know many of us Fathers work hard each and every day to make it for the family. I am very proud to be a Dad. I encourage all the Dads to have a wonderful time on their day off. Here is one thing that I will be doing tomorrow morning on my day off.
 SUNDAY ROAD TRIP WITH THE FAMILY AND A CUP OF JAVA!
 
CHEERS TO ALL THE DADS
… (7 comments)

BUYING HOMES AT COURT HOUSE STEPS - 06/20/09 06:01 PM
  SOLD! SOLD! SOLD! SOLD!

Things are starting to heat up in Phoenix, AZ. Bank owned properties are starting to receive multiple counter offers on properties. That means homes are being priced right so that buyers an investors are competing with one another. Then, the listing agent asks for highest and best offer to drive the price up more for the bank. I have seen prices go between 5-10% of the original listing price. I represent many investors who want deals. Well, that means I am forced to enter the trustee sales at the court house steps.
DEFINITON OF TRUSTEE … (29 comments)

DIVORCE GREAT DIVIDE IN REAL ESTATE - 06/20/09 05:33 PM

Divorce is happening at record levels during these tough economic down times. Divorce is not a pretty picture for anyone involved in it. How does one divide up the money and real estate? I have been contacted several times to list a home involving a divorce. Many times the home represents equity to be split among the couple.
There are 3 types of listing agreements available to divorce couples when listing a home:
Exclusive Right to Sell - This gives a real estate agent a commission regardless if the broker sells your house or not in the sale. If you … (6 comments)

TIPS ON BUILDING YOUR OWN REAL ESTATE NETWORK - 06/20/09 05:04 PM

I have been in the real estate world several years. I believe the most important thing for an agent to do is to Network. You are only as good as your Network. I have built the Real Estate and Beyond Network from the ground floor. Feel free to visit my Network at www.DeliaTeam.com and hit Network button to view. I know each and every person on my team. I am sure all of us have built our own Networks to be a one stop shop for real estate buyers.
I was trying to recruit a CPA on my team. I … (6 comments)

THANKS ACTIVERAIN - 06/20/09 02:20 PM
 RAIN FROM ABOVE VERY WELL RECEIVED!
 
I have been pretty active on AR for the past two months. It has been a great experience over the last few months since I have been blogging. I put off blogging for so long because I did not see the value in it. Real estate is local so I do not have to blog. I host a successful weekly radio show here in Phoenix. Why do I need to blog?
Now, I understand the importance of blogging and connecting to a national community on AR. We have to become experts in our local … (12 comments)

PHOENIX REAL ESTATE LIVE RADIO SHOW TODAY TUNE IN - 06/20/09 01:15 PM

I would like to encourage other realtors to start their own real estate talk radio show in their local market. I have been on the radio for the last three years and enjoy every minute of it. I am the number real estate talk radio show here in Phoenix. I am on every Saturday for two hours. You would be amazed how fast it goes.

Here are the steps that I have taken to position myself in Phoenix:
Research the radio station that matches up with your intentions Develop one stop show for real estate investors-Set up a Dream … (3 comments)

OPEN QUESTION TO ACTIVERAIN COMMUNITY - 06/20/09 11:56 AM
                                       
 
I have a client who has spent the last twenty years in four major cities due to job relocations. He is married with three children. The husband and wife came to me to talk about relocating with the following criteria:
Country-simple life Next to lakes and rivers All four seasons Great jobs to maintain lifestyle People are people and not fake Neighbors are real neighbors Fun activities for the kids when it comes to nature House with land Smaller city where everyone knows each other at the corner store We had about an hour chat. … (10 comments)

GIFT FROM ACTIVERAIN VOILA - 06/20/09 11:26 AM
 RAIN FROM ABOVE VERY WELL RECEIVED!
 
I have been pretty active on AR for the past two months. It has been a great experience over the last few months since I have been blogging. I put off blogging for so long because I did not see the value in it. Real estate is local so I do not have to blog. I host a successful weekly radio show here in Phoenix. Why do I need to blog?
Now, I understand the importance of blogging and connecting to a national community on AR. We have to become experts in our local … (13 comments)

PICKING YOUR PHOENIX REAL ESTATE AGENT - 06/20/09 10:09 AM
Should I Work With A Buyer's Agent? - A Seller's Agent? A Dual Agent?

 
You should understand from the beginning of your relationship with your real estate agent what type of relationship exists. In most states, real estate agents (both brokers and sales associates alike) are required by law to let consumers know whether they represent the buyer or the seller.
In the past, real estate agents represented the seller exclusively, whether the agent helped a seller to market and sell the home or helped a buyer find and purchase the home. In other words, agents were at one … (3 comments)

ABC'S OF PHOENIX REAL ESTATE - 06/20/09 09:49 AM
I have many agents ask me here in the Phoenix market on why I am successful. I am flattered by the question. I just do what I do on a daily basis to make things happen. My grandfather told me, "Son, never refuse work today because it may not be there tomorrow." I live by that motto. I do everything in my power to complete daily tasks that are assigned to me. I am a rainmaker. So, I have developed my own real estate company in the Phoenix metropolitan areas.
Here are my ABC's when it comes to the Phoenix real … (4 comments)

STOP PRINTING THE MONEY - 06/19/09 11:18 PM
 WE ARE HERE TO FIX YOUR PROBLEMS! JUST LISTEN TO ME!
We are in a financial disaster all over the world. Every country has been touched in some way over this financial outcome. Many people have been cutting back their spending in order to survive this mess. However, our Federal Government continues to spend money.
Please read the following article:
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20090511/ap_on_go_pr_wh/us_obama_budget_16
This article states that we are borrowing fifty cents for every dollar spent this year. Wow, is this legalized loan sharking at its best. Do you want to "Super Size" that budget deficit? I guess the answer is YES. When … (7 comments)

TOP 9 MISTAKES TO AVOID AS HOME BUYER - 06/19/09 03:49 PM

You are about to make what will most likely be the largest transaction of your life: your home mortgage. Unfortunately, many homebuyers do not take the time to research some of the little but weighty intricacies of mortgages. Researching the mortgage process takes little time compared to the tens of thousands of dollars it could save you. Doesn't it make sense to become as completely informed as possible before you buy your next home? This special report is designed to help you avoid nine common mistakes. Remember that the right lender can help you make good, sound business decisions based … (3 comments)

BUY REAL ESTATE INSIDE 401k - 06/19/09 02:54 PM

Have you lost the k in your 401k? Many people are pulling their monies out of the stock market and parking the money into money market and certificate of deposits funds to be safe. They are earning as little as 2% on their money. Do the Rule of 72 on 2% to see how many years it would take to double your money. Too long for me to figure it out and many other people. So, more and more people are turning their heads toward real estate.
I have been working with clients who use their retirement to invest in … (3 comments)

I LOVE GARAGE SALES - 06/19/09 01:32 PM

I have written a few blogs about garage sales. Garage sales are a great way to meet people in the neighborhood and the owner of the house. I must ask questions as a Realtor. Here are some questions that I ask the owner of the house:
How long have you owned the home? Why the garage sale, today? Do you intend to sell your house? These three questions enable me to develop conversation about real estate. Now, I am not going to obtain a lead at each garage sale. However, I can give them a card and call me first … (6 comments)

BE HAPPY NO PROBLEM MUST READ FOR ALL REALTORS - 06/19/09 01:13 PM

 
How many of us get depressed at times? All we hear on the media is negative news on a daily basis. Where does one get filled up with positive energy? It is not the national media. I have thrown my television into the garbage. I refuse to participate in the negative news coming across it. The real estate industry has been taking a hit across America. I have talked to several agents that are depressed and down on their luck. What does one do?
One has to draw a line in the sand to stop the madness. Here are … (9 comments)

FRIDAY PHOTO WEEEEEEEEE - 06/19/09 09:41 AM

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
I had the chance to take both my kids to the playground the other day. I just had to share this picture with you. This is my daughter. She is growing up very fast. She was sliding down the slide with a world of opportunity. Daddy was at the bottom to catch her. Look at her facial expression.
We had a blast and it was great to share quality time with family. Need to give time back to the family when being a Realtor.
… (2 comments)

CREDIT SCARY! CALL HARRY! MAKE IT SIMPLE - 06/19/09 09:13 AM
WE CAN HELP YOU! CREDIT SCARY! CALL HARRY!
 
Market values continue to decline across America. Home values have decreased from 25-50% from 2005 boom. The traditional way of selling real estate is making it harder to sell residential real estate. Here in the Phoenix housing market, bank owned properties make up to 50% or more of listings in the Arizona Multiple Listing Service. Many sellers including new home builders continue to compete with low selling foreclosed homes.
Yes, mortgage rates continue to be at their lowest levels in years. However, mortgage guidelines continue to make it harder for people to … (5 comments)

COFFEE AND JACK MAKE ME A BETTER BLOGGER - 06/19/09 08:38 AM
I have been a member of ActiveRain since April of 2009. I was invited by a friend of mine in the business. I gave everty excuse in the book not to blog. Here were some of my excuses:
No time to blog What am I going to write about? Who is going to read my article? What is ActiveRain all about? I do not see the value in it Well, I have overcome all the objections mentioned above. I am hooked on blogging. It is amazing how much content that is in my head. I really do enjoy writing. I wrote a … (8 comments)

HOW'S BUSINESS? MOST ASKED QUESTION TO REALTORS - 06/19/09 08:17 AM

 

I have been in the real estate industry for the past seven years and counting. It amazes me how many people ask me the following question, "How is business?" Do you get this question asked to you? What do you tell them? I continually tell them that my business is steady. We have some great months and we have months that you wish never happened as a Realtor.
I have played baseball for my entire life. The game of baseball has many life lessons that include the following
Patience-There are times in baseball that you will not get … (32 comments)

MEETING OF THE MINDS ARPAIO AND SHARPTON TODAY ONLY - 06/19/09 07:01 AM
                      
History will be made today here in Phoenix, AZ. Mr. Al Sharpton and Mr. Joe Arpaio will be meeting today to discuss illegal immigration policies. Mr. Sharpton is a big time civil rights leader from New York City. He is very well connected. Mr. Sharpton has demanded the sheriff either resign or to be removed from office because of his illegal immigration raids being conducted in Maricopa County. Currently, the Department of Justice has begun their investigations on Mr. Arpaio's office. However, Mr. Arpaio continues his work as normal. The people love them because he enforces the law and … (5 comments)

HOME AUCTIONS BUYER BEWARE - 06/18/09 08:59 PM


Exploring Real Estate Auctions
There are times when the traditional way of selling real estate is too slow. Life goes on for people who are facing divorce, unemployment, health issues, and other challenges. One must sell their property in a rapid amount of time. One will see that the vultures come out offering pennies on the dollar for a troubled homeowner. One solution is selling the property at auction. It is proven that auctions do work for sellers. It is quick, efficient and one has the possibility of obtaining the highest price possible. 
Real estate auction companies do a … (36 comments)

CREDIT TIPS TO IMPROVE SCORE MUST READ TODAY - 06/18/09 03:06 PM
The credit market has been getting tighter over the last two years even since the real estate bububle. Banks are not issuing as many credit cards to people like they did five years ago. Credit card companies are decreasing people's credit line and/or shutting down the card without proper notificaiton. Many people are upset over this practice because now you are dealing with a person's credit score.
We have all been issued a three digit number which determines our credit worthiness. My grandmother told me to pay my bills on time and in full. That was wisdom to me. However, times … (5 comments)

SHERIFF JOE SAYS GET ON THE BUS - 06/18/09 09:45 AM
 *cited in Arizona Repulic link below for more info
Sheriff Joe Arpaio is famous worldwide for his toughness when it comes to enforcing the law. He is well known for pink underwear and enforcing illegal immigration laws here in the Great Phoenix Metropolitan area. Well, he got in the news for purchasing the bus for $456,000. Who says criminals do not ride in luxury? He stated that it was a necessary purchase for transporting criminals. However, there was a freeze on all major purchases. So, he went and bought it without approval. He must ask for permission to add it to the … (3 comments)

SHERIFF JOE SAYS GET ON THE BUS - 06/18/09 08:53 AM
 *cited in Arizona Repulic link below for more info
Sheriff Joe Arpaio is famous worldwide for his toughness when it comes to enforcing the law. He is well known for pink underwear and enforcing illegal immigration laws here in the Great Phoenix Metropolitan area. Well, he got in the news for purchasing the bus for $456,000. Who says criminals do not ride in luxury? He stated that it was a necessary purchase for transporting criminals. However, there was a freeze on all major purchases. So, he went and bought it without approval. He must ask for permission to add it to the … (3 comments)

REAL ESTATE PREDICTIONS 2009 AND BEYOND MUST READ TODAY - 06/18/09 08:36 AM
We are in a great real estate restructuring at the current time. We have property owners upside down, banks are receiving money from Federal Government, lending guidelines continue to increase, people are getting foreclosed on and commercial is facing its worst cycle since 1991-1992. What are we to do? I am always researching market trends so that I have information to pass along to my investors. Please look at the latest market trends for 2009:
Before a rebound, Emerging Trends says the following needs to happen:
Private real estate markets need to correct--lenders must force distressed owners to become motivated sellers.
… (3 comments)

TEACH PARENTS HOW REAL ESTATE PAYS FOR COLLEGE - 06/18/09 07:05 AM
 THANKS MOM AND DAD!
I have been teaching parents for the last five years on how real estate can pay for college. I created a web site www.asurealestate.com so parents can learn more about this concept.
The list of college costs can seem countless--ever-increasing tuition, textbooks so pricey they might as well be encrusted with gems and endless incidentals of food, clothing and activity fees. There's not much you can do to make those expenses less painful. But there is one area where you can soften the hit to your wallet--and if you're lucky, even turn a profit. Invest wisely in … (8 comments)

TOP 10 SELLING MYTHS UNCOVERED READ TODAY - 06/18/09 06:24 AM
Selling a house can be a bit like having a baby -- everyone gives you advice that you may or may not have asked for, in spite of the fact that the experience is unique to each individual every time. And just like having a baby, there are many myths and "old wives' tales" to be de-bunked. Among the truths are the following ten:
1. Myth: You should always price your home high and gradually correct the sales price downward.
Truth: Pricing too high can be as bad as pricing too low.
Your strategy in listing high may be that you … (7 comments)

DO I NEED A HOME INSPECTION? - 06/18/09 06:02 AM
I have represented many homebuyers in my real estate career. I consider the home inspection vital during the buyer's due diligence period when purchasing a house. The purchase of a home is the biggest investments people make in their lifetimes. Currently, we are in the middle of a foreclosure nightmare. Banks are selling foreclosed homes "AS-IS." Banks will not make any repairs to the house. So, one must be extra careful when purchasing a house from a bank.  A home inspection gives the buyer a piece of mind knowing what one is walking into before signing one's life away at title. … (10 comments)

TO HOA OR NOT THAT IS THE QUESTION - 06/17/09 08:19 AM
The real estate market has picked up over the last six months throughout the country. There are some parts of the country that have established HOAs in place. HOA stands for Home Owners Association. It is a legal entity to maintain common areas and enforce the rules to protect property values. This is the main objective for the HOA is to maintain house values by enforcing rules and regulations so everyone adheres to them. Otherwise, your neighbor will have his car up on cement blocks. That would be an ugly scene while selling your house.

A couple here in Phoenix, … (6 comments)

CREATING SPECIAL INVESTMENT GROUPS - 06/17/09 07:11 AM

CREATING SPECIAL INVESTMENT GROUPS The real estate market is hot, again. We are all seeing the national and local real estate seminars in the newspapers. People are charging between $4,000 and up for the real estate workshops. Many people are flocking to these workshops to obtain the education to make millions. However, many people have not developed their dream team or power team in their local area. I have been a licensed real estate agent for seven years. The majority of my clients are investors. I host a weekly radio show, Real Estate and Beyond, here in Phoenix, AZ on … (4 comments)

SCORE BETTER CHECK IT TWICE - 06/16/09 07:23 AM

 
When considering purchasing your first home, whether you get the mortgage or not, may depend on your credit score.  Your score is determined by a network of credit reporting agencies, that either share information with, or are owned by, three major credit bureaus. The bredit bureaus take the information reported by the agencies and turn it into one report.  This is your credit report and is what lenders use to determine whether or not to issue mortgages or other loans.It's a good idea to  inorder to know where you stand before you get too far in the home buying process, that way … (8 comments)

ARE YOUR SALES DOWN? GET A MENTOR - 06/16/09 06:37 AM

I have been in the real estate industry for the past seven years. I spent the first fourteen years in corporate America. I was thrown into the real estate industry. However, I knew I had to obtain a mentor in order to survive in real estate. I needed someone to teach me the ropes. Real estate is very competitive. Many agents do not like to teach other new agents based on creating more competition in the field. Why? That was my question. There is enough business for everyone in this field. Senior agents brag about their knowledge. However, they are … (9 comments)

WHAT IS PRICE OF GAS IN YOUR AREA? - 06/15/09 09:18 AM
What is the price of gas in your area of the world? I just paid $2.71 on a fine Sunday afternoon. Everyone is concentrated on the price of gas and the economy overall. Are you cutting back on your gas consumption or not? Please share the price of gas in your area this morning so other people may be informed around the country.
… (13 comments)

CHECK OUT LOCAL NICHES - 06/15/09 08:26 AM
There are two things that I love in this world:
Real Estate Technology I have developed the following web sites to create different niches in the Phoenix, AZ market
www.DeliaTeam.com Real Estate Investing and Radio Show
www.ASURealEstate.com Real Estate Pays for College
www.JustRentToOwn.com Credit Scary, Call Harry for Lease Options
www.LukeAFBRealEstate.com Military Relocation Luke Air Force Base
I get many hits per month on all four web sites. I dislike paying for leads from other companies. I receive phone calls each month from people trying to sell me leads. I bought leads when I first got into the business because I … (10 comments)

TOP 5 MISTAKES MADE BY NEW REALTORS - 06/15/09 08:09 AM

I am seeing many more new Realtors come into the market. Why? Home sales are up and many people think that selling real estate is easy. Right? We all have our stories when it comes to this question. I have been in this busy for the last seven years and counting. I must be doing something right if I am still in the game. That is what people tell me when they hire me as their Realtor. However, I did not get to my level of expertise over night. It has taken mentors, mistakes, time, money and educational courses to … (16 comments)

DIVORCE CREATES CONFUSION HIRE REALTOR TODAY - 06/14/09 07:56 PM

Divorce is happening at record levels during these tough economic down times. Divorce is not a pretty picture for anyone involved in it. How does one divide up the money and real estate? I have been contacted several times to list a home involving a divorce. Many times the home represents equity to be split among the couple.
There are 3 types of listing agreements available to divorce couples when listing a home:
Exclusive Right to Sell - This gives a real estate agent a commission regardless if the broker sells your house or not in the sale. If you … (6 comments)

PROSPECTING ON THE FARM TOP 2 TIPS - 06/14/09 07:15 PM
 

I have to learn the new way to prospect for new clients in the country. I just wanted to share my newest prospects. I left them my card. I do hope the call me at a later point in time. Here are my TOP 2 TIPS.
ENJOY!
… (6 comments)

SIGNS OF THE TIME 2009 - 06/14/09 07:05 PM

Are you paying attention to the signs in your life? Is life that bad around you? Which sign are you going to pay closer attention to in 2009? I just thought I would share some signs that I saw while driving around the country side this afternoon. It is amazing when you go to the country how it is looking more like the city every day.
What kind of signs are you seeing in your life?
… (3 comments)

SUNDAY DRIVE WHAT IS THAT? - 06/14/09 06:56 PM

I was called this morning by my out of state buyers. They requested to be let into the house before the leave on their trip back home. They are in the process of purchasing a house here in Arizona. I said no problem and met them at the property. They needed two hours to secure the house for the summer time. They are planning to come back in September. So, I volunteered to obtain some supplies for their project. I drove the country side until I saw the following statue. I said, "What was that?"
It represents a company. Guess … (7 comments)

GAS UPDATE AROUND THE COUNTRY - 06/14/09 06:01 PM

We are paying $2.71 here in Phoenix, AZ as of 1:14PM today. What are you paying around the country? Give everybody a local update. Who has the lowest price in the country? Thanks
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WHY DO I NEED A MENTOR FOR REAL ESTATE? - 06/14/09 05:43 PM

I have been in the real estate industry for the past seven years. I spent the first fourteen years in corporate America. I was thrown into the real estate industry. However, I knew I had to obtain a mentor in order to survive in real estate. I needed someone to teach me the ropes. Real estate is very competitive. Many agents do not like to teach other new agents based on creating more competition in the field. Why? That was my question. There is enough business for everyone in this field. Senior agents brag about their knowledge. However, they are … (3 comments)

HOW WILL YOU SPEND YOUR $8,000 TAX CREDIT 2009? - 06/14/09 05:24 PM
First time home buyers are coming into the real estate market like we have never seen before. One mortgage company that I work with estimates that 65% of his business is FHA loans. So, we must turn with the market. We must focus on first time home buyers when marketing to the public. So, I have developed the TOP 10 WAYS TO SPEND $8,000 HOUSE TAX CREDIT
Closing costs Furniture Appliances Landscaping Pay off back taxes Upgrade computer Obtain a real estate license Clothing Pay down debt Save money I like #10 myself. Are there any other tips that you can … (8 comments)

MILITARY NICHE AND MORE - 06/14/09 05:19 PM
There are two things that I love in this world:
Real Estate Technology I have developed the following web sites to create different niches in the Phoenix, AZ market
www.DeliaTeam.com Real Estate Investing and Radio Show
www.ASURealEstate.com Real Estate Pays for College
www.JustRentToOwn.com Credit Scary, Call Harry for Lease Options
www.LukeAFBRealEstate.com Military Relocation Luke Air Force Base
I get many hits per month on all four web sites. I dislike paying for leads from other companies. I receive phone calls each month from people trying to sell me leads. I bought leads when I first got into the business because I … (9 comments)

REAL ESTATE PAYS FOR COLLEGE FOR ALL AGES - 06/14/09 04:58 PM
I have been teaching parents for the last five years on how real estate can pay for college. I created a web site www.asurealestate.com so parents can learn more about this concept.
The list of college costs can seem countless--ever-increasing tuition, textbooks so pricey they might as well be encrusted with gems and endless incidentals of food, clothing and activity fees. There's not much you can do to make those expenses less painful. But there is one area where you can soften the hit to your wallet--and if you're lucky, even turn a profit. Invest wisely in housing, and instead of … (5 comments)

AVOID TOP 5 MISTAKES MADE BY NEW REALTORS - 06/14/09 10:15 AM

I am seeing many more new Realtors come into the market. Why? Home sales are up and many people think that selling real estate is easy. Right? We all have our stories when it comes to this question. I have been in this busy for the last seven years and counting. I must be doing something right if I am still in the game. That is what people tell me when they hire me as their Realtor. However, I did not get to my level of expertise over night. It has taken mentors, mistakes, time, money and educational courses to … (10 comments)

AVOID LOSING MONEY IN REAL ESTATE - 06/14/09 09:11 AM
Real estate has become a top discussion at many dinner tables and water coolers around the country. Everybody equates real estate and riches together. Real estate education is a multibillion dollar industry. However, only 2% of the people that obtain the education will put it into application. Real estate is a team sport. One cannot do this sport on their own based upon my experience.
So, I have developed the Real Estate and Beyond Network so people can just plug into the Network when investing in real estate. I have developed a group of professionals that serve to be in their … (7 comments)

THE PAPERS PLEASE AND MORE PLEASE AND MORE PLEASE FOR LOAN APPROVAL - 06/13/09 08:28 PM

I received an Email from my mortgage broker when working with my buyers. I just thought I would share the information with the Community. There are no more stated loans. We must prove all income resources. I just wanted to share it with you. Make sure your buyers cooperate with the loan officer when it comes to paperwork. It could kill the deal.
For W2 Wage Earners:
Copy of most recent 30 days' pay stubs
Copy of last 2 years' W2 forms
Copy of Drivers License
Copy of Social Security Card -OR- Passport
Copy of most recent bank statements for … (9 comments)

YOU HAVE A FACE FOR RADIO - 06/13/09 07:30 PM

I would like to encourage other realtors to start their own real estate talk radio show in their local market. I have been on the radio for the last three years and enjoy every minute of it. I am the number real estate talk radio show here in Phoenix. I am on every Saturday for two hours. You would be amazed how fast it goes.
Here are the steps that I have taken to position myself in Phoenix: Research the radio station that matches up with your intentions Develop one stop show for real estate investors-Set up a Dream Team … (4 comments)

BEACH BOYS SURF IS UP AND FORECLOSURES - 06/13/09 06:55 PM

Blue bars on the chart represent the recast schedule if all the loans were to recast five years after origination date. Gray bars represent the expected schedule of option ARM resets, which show loans recasting sooner after hitting the principal cap. Credit Suisse
This has been taken from a Businessweek article on option ARMS. We have another wave of foreclosures coming up. Are we ready for it? How can the Government prevent this one. Most people who I talk to on the radio have this type of mortgage and only pay the minimum payment. That means they will be heavily … (5 comments)

TAX ADVANTAGES FOR THE REAL ESTATE INVESTOR TODAY - 06/13/09 06:28 PM
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TELEMARKETER WITH AN ATTITUDE - 06/13/09 06:10 PM
 IT IS ONLY $2,500 ALL DAY LONG! NO PROBLEM!
 
How many phone calls do you receive on a weekly basis from people trying to sell us something? I honestly recceive about four phone calls per week. Where do they obtain our information? Well, they get our information for social media web sites such as Activerain and Facebook to name a couple out there. Companies use these web sites for farming purposes. They stick a person making $10 per hour to call people like us to see if we want to purchase X. Do you like receiving these calls? What do … (9 comments)

PICK A COUNTRY TODAY - 06/13/09 06:00 PM
Denmark Finland Netherlands Sweden Ireland Canada Switzerland New Zealand Norway Belgium  http://www.forbes.com/2009/05/05/world-happiest-places-lifestyle-travel-world-happiest_slide_7.html?thisSpeed=15000
 I just wanted to share this article with AR community. Where is the United States of America? We did not even hit the top 10 list for happiest places to live in the world. Here is my question. Why do so many people want to live in America when we are not even in the top 10 list?
Personally, I love America. It is number one on my list.
What are your thoughts?
How would you rank the countries?
Love to hear from you.
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GARAGE SALE CREATES A LEAD - 06/13/09 12:50 PM


 
It is that time of year again. I am starting to see garage sale signs all over the Phoenix area. How many people love garage sales? Personally, my wife and I have a garage sale one time per year in order to remove junk from our house. Plus, it shows our kids not to be pack rats. Furthermore, it is a great way to make a few hundred bucks in a few hours depending on what one has for sale.
Our family has a garage once per year. It is amazing that you see the same people year … (42 comments)

50,000 POINTS AND BLOG - 06/13/09 12:17 PM
I just want to thank everyone on ActiveRain to make this possible. Two months have gone by so fast. It amazes me how quickly time passes when one is truly having fun. I have enjoyed reading and responding to everyone's posts. I am learning a great deal from other people around the country. Plus, I have a couple possible leads from being on AR.
I wish ALL of us continued success.
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DEVELOPING WEB SITES CREATES DEALS RENT TO OWN - 06/13/09 10:20 AM
I wanted to share my latest success stories. I have created many different web sites to generate leads. My favorite one is www.JustRentToOwn.com. Many people cannot obtain conventional financing. So, they are searching for rent to own opportunities. I have been working on this site for the last four years. Plus, I continue to add fresh content on a weekly basis. Please read by checklist below for the lease option candidate:
Buyer Beware Checklist
Ask the seller to review the mortgage note and to verify seller is in good standing with the mortgage company. Furthermore, please ask what type of mortgage … (4 comments)

50,000 Points and Beyond - 06/13/09 08:11 AM
I have only been a member of ActiveRain since April of this year. I just crossed the 50,000 point milestone this morning.
I have become addicted to blogging on AR along with all the great people that I meet online. My next goal is to hit 100,000 points. Keep blogging!
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REHAB RENTAL PROPERTIES RIGHT WAY - 06/13/09 07:55 AM
I have been working with real estate investors for the last seven years. It is all about the numbers to them. Phoenix real estate is experiencing another rebirth with homes well below $100k. It is hard not to cash flow a property in Phoenix. So, I work with investors to purchase distressed properties at a great price. Then, we have to rehab the property to prepare it for a rental. Here are some inexpensive ways to spruce up the rental without spending a lot of money
All new electrical switch panels for entire house New fans throughout the house New light … (3 comments)

TOP 10 WAYS STAND OUT FROM COMPETITION - 06/12/09 01:22 PM

There are well over one million plus agents in America. How does a buyer pick an agent? Do they take an online course on how to pick an agent? Agents have over 60% chance of being their agent on the first point of contact. I have found that buyers do not wish to tell their stories more than once to a Realtor? Has this been your experience? I assume the sale when I am on the phone. I give them several reasons to pick me as their Realtor.
TOP 10 WAYS TO STAND OUT FROM THE COMPETITION
Answer the phone … (9 comments)

GET YOUR HOUSE IN ORDER - 06/12/09 11:57 AM
Everyone one I know including myself is cutting back both in business and personal budgets to overcome this dip in the economy. There is nothing wrong on reevaluating the budget here and there to save money. I am glad that people are going back to basics. I know many people that were using their house as an ATM machine. That was wrong. Here are my personal tips on money management
Overall Snapshot of my Financial Picture right now Obtain a second quote on all of my insurances from insurance broker Do not count on that bonus this year Take better control … (7 comments)

T0P 10 WAYS TO SPEND $8,000 HOUSE TAX CREDIT - 06/12/09 11:31 AM
First time home buyers are coming into the real estate market like we have never seen before. One mortgage company that I work with estimates that 65% of his business is FHA loans. So, we must turn with the market. We must focus on first time home buyers when marketing to the public. So, I have developed the TOP 10 WAYS TO SPEND $8,000 HOUSE TAX CREDIT
Closing costs Furniture Appliances Landscaping Pay off back taxes Upgrade computer Obtain a real estate license Clothing Pay down debt Save money I like #10 myself. Are there any other tips that you can … (9 comments)

IT IS ONLY $2,500 - 06/12/09 10:00 AM
 IT IS ONLY $2,500 ALL DAY LONG! NO PROBLEM!
 
How many phone calls do you receive on a weekly basis from people trying to sell us something? I honestly recceive about four phone calls per week. Where do they obtain our information? Well, they get our information for social media web sites such as Activerain and Facebook to name a couple out there. Companies use these web sites for farming purposes. They stick a person making $10 per hour to call people like us to see if we want to purchase X. Do you like receiving these calls? What do … (5 comments)

6 TIPS TO SAVE ONE'S CREDIT DURING A DIVORCE - 06/12/09 08:29 AM

Many more couples are obtaining a divorce for many reasons. People that have reached this level in their marraige just want to get it over quickly. People are not thinking at this time because of anger and stress. It is had to think that divorce means that the marraige is over-FINAL. However, one must still keep track of their finances to live beyond the divorce.
Here are some 6 Tips to save one's credit:
Close all joint accounts NOW Obtain separate accounts to establish credit in your name only Pay all debts before final divorce decree or establish who is … (3 comments)

SPREAD THE WORD BUY REAL ESTATE NOW - 06/12/09 07:55 AM

Many Americans are down in the dumps due to job loss, equity loss, credit card dedt and the list goes on. The American media continues to blast negative news on a daily basis. People start to believe what they hear because they are too lazy and tired to do their own research. Personally,
I refuse to participate in this recession.
We need to be the ray of hope for people out in our communities. We need to educate them that now is the time to purchase real estate. I host a weekly radio show here in Phoenix. Several people have … (5 comments)

WALL STREET VS MAIN STREET - 06/12/09 07:36 AM
We have many people worried about their retirement monies being on Wall Street. Many people have lost up to 50% of their total investments. People are looking for alternative investments to obtain a better rate of return. What is the answer? The answer is real estate. I have many people call into my radio show wanting more information on how to use their retirement accounts to invest in real estate. We give people true checkbook control over their money.
Self Directed Retirement Plans's flexible retirement plans have the following features:
Investment Options - with Self Directed Retirement Plans, you can invest … (4 comments)

ABC'S OF REAL ESTATE - 06/12/09 07:21 AM
Are you focused on real estate or designations?
 Please review some of the designations available for Realtors:
E-Pro CRS ABR ALC CCIM CIPS CPM CRB CRE Green GRI SRES RSPS CNE CDPE Do you know what the initials stand for each designation? What is your opinion when you see a Realtor with five or more designations behind their name? Do you think how do they find the time to obtain a designation? Do you think they are not that busy or do they manage their time well?
This question was asked to me last week.
What is your answer?
 
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TOP 10 REASONS DIVORCE COUPLES NEED PROFESSIONAL REALTOR TO LIST HOME - 06/12/09 06:52 AM


Reasons why people obtain a divorce:
Money Issues Adultery Bigamy Conflicting personal beliefs Cruel treatment Desertion Lack of intimacy TOP 10 REASONS DIVORCE COUPLES NEED PROFESSIONAL REALTOR TO LIST HOME
1.   Define Fair Market Value of Home
2.   Set Listing Price
3.   Facilitator during entire transaction
4.   Prepare house to list
5.   Marketing home to generate buyers
6.   Show the house
7.   Interpret offers to obtain accepted contract
8.   Overcome obstacles during inspection period
9.   Verify buyer's financing is in place
10.   Close the deal
Conclusion:
I have experienced a few listings that involved the owners obtaining a divorce. It … (7 comments)

DIVORCE AND REAL ESTATE - 06/12/09 06:04 AM

Divorce is happening at record levels during these tough economic down times. Divorce is not a pretty picture for anyone involved in it. How does one divide up the money and real estate? I have been contacted several times to list a home involving a divorce. Many times the home represents equity to be split among the couple.
There are 3 types of listing agreements available to divorce couples when listing a home:
Exclusive Right to Sell - This gives a real estate agent a commission regardless if the broker sells your house or not in the sale. If you … (13 comments)

REALTOR DID NOT MAKE THE TOP 5 CAREER LIST IN 2009 - 06/11/09 08:21 AM
The list below shows the top 5 professions for 2009:
1.   Physician Assistant
2.   Physical and Occupational Therapist
3.   Medical Science Liaison (Pharmaceutical)
4.   Account Director (Internet and Sales Marketing)
5.   Information Technicians (SQL Database Administrators) and Software Developers
It seems the medical and computer field will always be great professions at time continue on. More and more people are getting older that require medical assistance. Phoenix, AZ is becoming a big medical hub because many older people are coming here to retire. There people are demanding medical attention form the community. They need services to live their lives. Many of … (7 comments)

CALLING ALL INVESTORS! ARIZONA FORECLOSURES INCREASE - 06/11/09 07:02 AM
Last month a total of 16,865 foreclosures were reported in Arizona, up 3.8 percent from the previous monthand up 31 percent from the same month a year ago. Of that total, 12,749 occurred in Maricopa County, which was up 13.5 percent from April and 31.2 percent from May a year ago. During May Arizona posted the fourth-highest state foreclosure rate in the nation, with one in every 158 housing units receiving a foreclosure filing. That rate was topped only by Nevada, California and Florida. Arizona foreclosure filings ran double to US average.
Cited above: http://www.eastvalleytribune.com/story/140330
Investors and primary buyers continue to … (5 comments)

LEASE OPTIONS WORK IN TODAY'S REAL ESTATE MARKET - 06/10/09 04:21 AM
I host a very popular web site named www.JustRentToOwn.comhere in Phoenix, AZ. Many people are forced to enter into a lease option for the following reasions:
Foreclosure Bankruptcy Unable to get approved for a loan Lack the down payment needed to get into a home Divorce or death in the family Many people need a second chance in life. However, they do not know who to call. Hence, I decided to take action. Lease options are a great way for both parties when structured in the correct manner. It must be a Win-Win scenario for both sides. Please review my checklist … (8 comments)

TOP 10 CHARACTERISTICS WINNING REAL ESTATE TEAM - 06/10/09 03:48 AM
We all want to be on a winning team. I played on a highly successful baseball team between the ages of ten to twelve years old. It was the best time for me to be in baseball because we were a highly successful team at the time. I take that same winning attitude into my real estate career. People want to be with winners. Are you a winner? Do people want to do business with you?
Please review my TOP 10 CHARACTERISTICS OF WINNING REAL ESTATE TEAM
LEADERSHIP HIGH STANDARDS COMPLETE ACCOUNTABILITY PRIDE COMPETITIVE COOPERATION WITH ONE ANOTHER SINCERITY VALUES SENSE … (3 comments)

KNOWLEDGE IS POWER - 06/09/09 11:57 AM
I am constantly reading about real estate investing. There are so many books to read on this subject. I completely understand why people become confused and frustrated. I have created the Real Estate and Beyond Network to assist people to invest in real estate. I have people come through my doors asking me if I have read this book and that book. I am a hands on person so I get in the car and structure the deal.
Here is my top 5 Real Estate Investing Books
Rich Dad's Advisors®: The ABC's of Real Estate Investing: The Secrets of Finding Hidden … (7 comments)

POWER OF 1+1 - 06/09/09 07:11 AM
I have been dedicated to social networking for the past six months. I decided to develop a plan to heavily invest my time into social networking. Here were some of my main reasons to start social networking:
Everyone is doing it Minimum cost I love to write Search engine rankings Obtain new business So, I developed the reasons above to start my social networking plan. I got myself on all the social networking sites that are possible. I am sure I am missing a couple. My assistant helps me to be current on all sites. I must say that I love … (9 comments)

TOP 10 INTERVIEW QUESTIONS FOR MENTOR - 06/08/09 08:26 AM
How does one obtain a great mentor? Are they in the Yellow Book or www.superpages.com? You must be careful on who you pick to be your mentor. You want to have a positive experience and not a bad one. A bad experience can set you back for months in the real estate business. Personally, it took me three months before I picked my mentor. I created a set of ten questions to ask a potential mentor.
Here are my Top 10 Questions when interviewing a Mentor:
Why do you want to mentor me? What is your experience? Please explain in detail … (6 comments)

TOP 10 REASONS TO OBTAIN MENTOR TODAY - 06/08/09 07:57 AM
I have been in the real estate industry for the past seven years. I spent the first fourteen years in corporate America. I was thrown into the real estate industry. However, I knew I had to obtain a mentor in order to survive in real estate. I needed someone to teach me the ropes. Real estate is very competitive. Many agents do not like to teach other new agents based on creating more competition in the field. Why? That was my question. There is enough business for everyone in this field. Senior agents brag about their knowledge. However, they are not … (11 comments)

DEFINING YOURSELF IN REAL ESTATE ME INC. - 06/07/09 06:11 PM
How many phone calls do you receive on a weekly basis from people trying to sell us something? I honestly receive about four phone calls per week. Where do they obtain our information? Well, they get our information for social media web sites such as ActiveRain and Face-book to name a couple out there. Companies use these web sites for farming purposes. They stick a person making $10 per hour to call people like us to see if we want to purchase X. Do you like receiving these calls? What do you say when they call you?
Realtors spend a lot … (5 comments)

MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS - 06/07/09 06:03 PM
Grandma told me to mind my own business. Well, this phrase takes on a whole new meaning to me when it comes to being a Realtor. Why? It is my job to mind my own business. Yes, real estate is a business and we have to treat it as a business. I see way too many Realtors treat real estate as a part time job. We have to work at it on a daily basis. There peaks and lows in real estate. We have to master all times in real estate.
Here are ways that I mind my own business:
Dedicate … (8 comments)

REAL ESTAE PAYS FOR COLLEGE GREAT REAL ESTATE NICHE - 06/07/09 05:47 PM
have been teaching parents for the last five years on how real estate can pay for college. I created a web site www.asurealestate.com so parents can learn more about this concept.
The list of college costs can seem countless--ever-increasing tuition, textbooks so pricey they might as well be encrusted with gems and endless incidentals of food, clothing and activity fees. There's not much you can do to make those expenses less painful. But there is one area where you can soften the hit to your wallet--and if you're lucky, even turn a profit. Invest wisely in housing, and instead of paying … (3 comments)

WALL STREET MEETS MAIN STREET PEOPLE INVEST IN REAL ESTATE - 06/07/09 04:56 PM
We have many people worried about their retirement monies being on Wall Street. Many people have lost up to 50% of their total investments. People are looking for alternative investments to obtain a better rate of return. What is the answer? The answer is real estate. I have many people call into my radio show wanting more information on how to use their retirement accounts to invest in real estate. We give people true checkbook control over their money.
Self Directed Retirement Plan's flexible retirement plans have the following features:
Investment Options - with Self Directed Retirement Plans, you can invest … (3 comments)

TOP 10 REAONS TO DRINK MORE COFFEE - 06/07/09 04:31 PM
I said I would never drink coffee when I was a child. I never liked the taste of it. Then, I went to college. I was introduced to coffee when I went to college. I needed a way to stay up to study for finals. My roommate at the time had a coffee machine in the room. So, I helped myself to a whole pot. This kept me up the whole night to study for my finals. Well, I aced my finals that week. I have been hooked on coffee ever since that positive experience.
I know many of us joke … (14 comments)

TOP 10 WAYS TO LOSE WEIGHT - 06/07/09 03:26 PM
It is that time of year to have fun in the sun. I am sure we have all been invited to someones graduation party this time of year. Plus, we still have July 4th and Labor Day celebrations coming up which means more food. We all like to eat food. We all have our favorite foods. However, me must have self-control or we will become out of control.
Here are my Top 10 Ways to Lose Weight:
Start eating more fruits and vegetables Stop eating out at fast food restaurants such as McDonald's Super Size the meal or you? Exercise more … (9 comments)

TOP 10 REASONS TO PLAY GOLF AS A REALTOR - 06/07/09 02:19 PM
I have been playing golf for the last twenty-five years of my life. I remember it was not a manly sport in high school. I learned to play golf from an older gentleman within my community. He taught me how to play the game and to have sportsmanship at all times. Why do you play golf? Have you wanted to learn to play golf and never had the time to pick up the sport? Well, here are my top 10 Reasons to Play Golf:
Networking-Great sport to network with people for four to six hours at a time. Health-Great way to … (10 comments)

SHOW ME THE MONEY! WHERE ARE YOU ON THE SCALE? - 06/07/09 09:48 AM
CITED: http://www.payscale.com/research/US/Degree=Realtor/Salary
Many people associate real estate with money. Look at the differences between property manager, reatlro and real estate broker. How many poeple joke about the real estate broker making money and not doing much for it? Again, one must be in the shoes of the real estate broker. The Broker has a lot of responsibility and earns the money. What are your thoughts?
Do you agree with this chart? Are you below or over the average salary?
 
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BE THE SOURCE OF INFORMATION IN YOUR COMMUNITY BUY REAL ESTATE - 06/07/09 09:43 AM
The time to purchase real estate is now. Many people want to invest in real estate. However, they do not know who to call. Many of you know that I host a weekly radio show named "Real Estate and Beyond." I talk about investing in real estate and having the Real Estate and Beyond Network is behind you every step of the way from A to Z. People feel more comfortable when they have a team of professionals behind them.
I call myself the Captain of the Real Estate and Beyond Network-I have Star Trek music for my show. I have … (7 comments)

TOP 10 REAL ESTATE BLOGS FOR INVESTORS - 06/07/09 08:31 AM
TOP 10 REAL ESTATE INVESTING BLOGS
http://www.dealmakersblog.com/top-10-real-estate-investing-blogs/
 
Real Estate Radio USA The Trump Blog REI Tips Investor Loft Real Estate Investor Bigger Pockets National Real Estate Investor Real Estate Investing Secrets Future of Real Estate Marketing The Phoenix Real Estate Guy I just wanted to share with you some of the sites that I review on a weekly basis when it comes to real estate investing. Please review the sites above when it comes to real estate investing. I love these sites. I have obtained many great ideas and connections throughout the world.
Let me know your thoughts on the … (9 comments)

WIN WIN RELATIONSHIP SHARE YOUR SUCCESS STORY TODAY - 06/07/09 07:20 AM
Top Ten States For Foreclosures - March, 2008
Nevada               1 in 139 homes California            1 in 204 homes Florida                 1 in 282 homes Arizona                1 in 283 homes Colorado             1 in 339 homes Georgia                1 in 351 homes Ohio                     1 in 448 homes Michigan             1 in 475 homes Massachusetts  1 in 486 homes Maryland             1 in 538 homes http://www.therealestatebloggers.com/2008/04/16/top-ten-states-for-foreclosures-march-2008/
Have you ever seen so many foreclosures in your real estate career? I have asked real estate agents who have been in the business this question who have over thirty years of experience. There answer was no. Is your state on this list? I live … (14 comments)

SCIENCE OF "COMMISSIONECTOMY" - 06/06/09 07:17 PM
I had a situation that happened with a fellow loan officer. I closed on a real estate transaction with private money. I asked my investor to use my Network to do his rate and term refinance. Well, he declined and went out of Network. The other loan officer keep giving him excuses over two months on why he could not get the loan done. I followed this transaction each week. I called my investor friend to see if he wanted to come back into the Network. He said just close the deal because he was paying a $50 per day diem along … (4 comments)

WHAT IS HOLDING YOU BACK? - 06/06/09 06:29 PM
I meet people every week from my radio show and when I am out in public. There are way too many people with a poor attitude. Why is everyone looking for a hand out? The American people wanted change and change is here. However, we need to change in order to make it through this change. The other day I was listening to someone on the radio talking about free health care for Americans. Free? It is not free. We will be paying for it.
Everyone in the real estate business has had to refocus and adjust to this market. The … (7 comments)

TOP 5 ESTATE PLANNING MISTAKES TO AVOID - 06/06/09 05:49 PM
How many people have a living trust? How many people reading this post have an estate plan in place in case they die at any given time? This is a serious matter for many people. Humans think they have plenty of time and will do it later down the road. That is the wrong attitude to have during these times. Probate takes time and money.
Here are my Top 5 Estate Planning Mistakes To Avoid:
Procrastination-Too many people wait to the last minute to take care of things. Get it done this week. There must be a sense of urgency when … (10 comments)

H.O.M.E. 1 Percent Down Payment for FHA Loans - 06/06/09 05:20 PM
I just got back from my weekly Real Estate and Beyond Radio show. We introduced this program to the public. We had 7 phone calls in less than 30 minutes. This program is only available in the state of Arizona. Give him a call to get your buyers lined up with this type of financing.
 
Via Marlo Newman (The Lending Company):
1% Down Payment for FHA Loans - Introducing H.O.M.E. - Home Ownership Made Easy (edit/delete)
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REAL EDUCATION FIX AND FLIP - 06/06/09 11:25 AM
I host a weekly radio show here in Phoenix. I receive many phone calls on a weekly basis. Also, I am starting to see the professional seminars coming to town to teach people how to invest in real estate. People spend thousands of dollars on real estate education and not purchase one property. The workshops provide the motivation and education. However, they lack the support and application to fulfill the whole equation to really aid people in investing in real estate.
Hence, I started the Real Estate and Beyond Network to make it easier for people to invest in real estate. … (8 comments)

SATURDAYS I LOVE IT - 06/06/09 10:46 AM
Are we ready for another weekend of showing homes? I have three people lined up for this weekend. I am taking two out this today and one tomorrw. Each person has their own criteria when it comes to homes. It takes me a lot of preparation time to prepare for each candidate because I do want to waster anybody's time when we are looking at homes. They are fully prequalified. That is important.
It is getting harder to find good deals on the MLS. However, we all have to dig a little deeper. Also, I tapped into the wholesale market. I found … (5 comments)

OVER THE TOP FEDERAL BUDGET DEFICIT OVER $1.8 TRILLION - 06/06/09 09:49 AM
We are in a financial disaster all over the world. Every country has been touched in some way over this financial outcome. Many people have been cutting back their spending in order to survive this mess. However, our Federal Government continues to spend money.
Please read the following article:
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20090511/ap_on_go_pr_wh/us_obama_budget_16
This article states that we are borrowing fifty cents for every dollar spent this year. Wow, is this legalized loan sharking at its best. Do you want to "Super Size" that budget deficit? I guess the answer is YES. When are we going to stop the madness? The Republicans will be … (8 comments)

MYTH OR REALITY LOAN MODIFICATIONS SAVE HOMES - 06/06/09 09:01 AM
Good morning,
We have another exciting week in real estate. Markets across the country are starting to see some great acticity. I am sure many of you come encounter with loan modifications. What do you do with these people? Who do you refer them to besides call their mortgage company? I was reading my monthly real estate magazine. This month's topic was loan modifications. Many people are upside down in their home in Arizona. We are one of the hardest hit ares in the country.
So, I am reading my trade journal when I read a section about a licensed real … (4 comments)

TOP 10 TIPS WRITING BETTER BLOG - 06/06/09 08:43 AM
I have been on AR for less than two months. I was invited to join AR from one of my business partners. Well, I got hooked on it. I love the ease of blogging to express my opinions on the Internet. I became an official Certified Rainmaker this week. Can I put that on my business card?
Here are my top 10 Tips to writing more effective blogs:
Title must catch people's attention so they click to read First couple of sentences must be interesting enough so people want to read it Write about topics that interest other people Write about your own … (10 comments)

WRITING BETTER NEWSLETTERS - 06/06/09 08:25 AM
I believe every agent needs to incorporate an electronic monthly newsletter in their business to keep their sphere of influence informed at all times. People want to know about real estate. So, you have to be the source of information for them. The Real Estate and Beyond Network sends out a monthly newsletter to our sphere of influence to inform people about the following
Real Estate News Upcoming Workshops New Members to the Network Testimonials How to make money in real estate Mortgage news updates Please review the tips below on creating a more effective newsletter:
Keep ideas together with shorter … (6 comments)

TOP 5 TIPS TO AVOID ROAD RAGE - 06/06/09 08:04 AM
The summer is heating up in Phoenix, AZ and around the country. Experts say that people become more agitated as it gets hotter. Realtors are always in the car like myself. I am sure we see many crazy drivers out there on a daily basis. I had a guy cut me off on the highway the other day. He did not even notice me in the other lane. Did I get upset? No, I slowed down my vehicle to avoid from being hit.
I have created by Top 5 Tips on Avoiding Road Range. Please read over the list so you … (12 comments)

TOP 5 TIPS TO BEAT DEPRESSION - 06/06/09 07:55 AM
How many of us get depressed at times? All we hear on the media is negative news on a daily basis. Where does one get filled up with positive energy? It is not the national media. I have thrown my television into the garbage. I refuse to participate in the negative news coming across it. The real estate industry has been taking a hit across America. I have talked to several agents that are depressed and down on their luck. What does one do?
One has to draw a line in the sand to stop the madness. Here are my Top … (7 comments)

TOP 5 TIPS TO WRITING A MORE EFFECTIVE E-MAIL - 06/06/09 07:23 AM
How many E-mails do we write per day? How many E-mails do you read per day? E-mail has become part of our lives on a daily basis. I am sure I read and write over one hundred E-mails per day. It is important to me that that I effectively communicate with people via E-mail. So, here are my Top 5 tips on writing a more effective E-mail.
Subject line so people can decided to open it or not. Spam is huge on the Internet. I am constantly hitting my Delete button. Short and Concise is appropriate when sending E-mails. Also, make … (10 comments)

RENT TO OWN NICHE - 06/05/09 09:27 PM
Foreclosures continue to dominate the real estate market. Do you ever think what happens to a person after they have been foreclosed on? They have to live somewhere else. I receive phone calls on a daily basis from people looking for lease option homes. I host a very popular web site www.JustRentToOwn.com. I am experiencing many phone calls on this subject. It is a great real estate niche that I have developed over the years. Here is my tag line "Credit Scary, Call Harry." People love it. They say, "Harry, my credit is scary so please help me." Real estate is … (6 comments)

ARIZONA SHERIFF JOE ARPAIO - 06/05/09 12:03 PM
I am sure many of you have heard the name "Joe Arpaio." I use to hear about this man when I lived on the East coast fifteen years ago. This man is always in the radio. It seems he is a very controversial man here in Phoenix, AZ and around the world. Many people do not believe in his policies. However, he was elected to another term by receiving the popular vote. So, I guess there are more people that love him than hate him based upon the vote.
Here are the top 5 reasons why people like Joe Arpaio
He … (13 comments)

AVOID TOP 5 CREDIT MISTAKES WHILE OBTAINING A LOAN - 06/05/09 09:50 AM
The credit market has been getting tighter over the last two years even since the real estate bububle. Banks are not issuing as many credit cards to people like they did five years ago. Credit card companies are decreasing people's credit line and/or shutting down the card without proper notificaiton. Many people are upset over this practice because now you are dealing with a person's credit score.
We have all been issued a three digit number which determines our credit worthiness. My grandmother told me to pay my bills on time and in full. That was wisdom to me. However, times … (9 comments)

BARGAINS ON HOMES MUST MAKE FAST DECISIONS - 06/05/09 09:19 AM
Things are starting to heat up in Phoenix, AZ. Bank owned properties are starting to receive multiple counter offers on properties. That means homes are being priced right so that buyers an investors are competing with one another. Then, the listing agent asks for highest and best offer to drive the price up more for the bank. I have seen prices go between 5-10% of the original listing price. I represent many investors who want deals. Well, that means I am forced to enter the trustee sales at the court house steps.
DEFINITON OF TRUSTEE SALE:
Trustee sales are advertised the … (4 comments)

IS LIVE RADIO FOR YOU? - 06/05/09 09:07 AM
I would like to encourage other real estate agents to start their own real estate talk radio show in their local market. I have been on the radio for the last three years and enjoy every minute of it. I am the number one real estate talk radio show here in Phoenix. I am on every Saturday for two hours. You would be amazed how fast the time goes. I am thinking about obtaining another hour so I can be like Rush.
Here are the steps that I have taken to position myself in Phoenix:
Research the radio station that matches up with … (7 comments)

TOP 5 REASONS WHY I BECAME A REALTOR - 06/05/09 08:50 AM
Being a real estate agent in today's work is very enjoyable to me. I love this industry and all of the benefits that come with it. I worked fourteen years in Corporate America. I had a great career and making great money. However, I always loved real estate. So, I lost my job after 9/11 due to layoffs at the company. What do I do next? I had my first child, bought a house and purchased my first house. This all happened within 90 days of each other.
Well, my wife and I got up the next morning to go to … (6 comments)

HIRE REALTOR TO AVOID THESE TOP 5 MISTAKES REAL ESTATE INVESTING - 06/05/09 08:16 AM
I have been investors the majority of my real estate career. My entire radio show focuses on how to invest in real estate. I have been doing my radio show for the last three years. I am honored to meet new investors each week when they come into counsel. This is not my first rodeo. I am an expert in my field. So, here are the top 5 mistakes that I see investors make regarding real estate investing:
LONE RANGER MENTALITY-Investors think they know everything and can do everything themselves. Real estate is a team sport as expressed in Rich Dad, … (4 comments)

National Mortgage News, EX-CEO OF COUNTRYWIDE WILL FACE CHARGES - 06/04/09 06:02 PM


http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/31108985/ READ ALL ABOUT IT
I just got this across my computer. Ex CEO of countrywide will be charged with civil fraud along with two other Countrywide executives. I am sure the Bank of American wanted to rid itself from the bad publicity of the Countrywide name. Mozilo was the poster child for the Finacial Disaster of the Century. I knew the Federgal Government would step in and find him guilty. I am sure his lawyers are well paid. Where will he spend his punishment time? How many people did he hurt? Any numbers out there?
Do you think he … (6 comments)

Phoenix, Arizona, REASONS TO HIRE A REATLOR - 06/04/09 08:58 AM
I have listed the top 10 reasons for hiring a professional real estate agent.
PROFESSIONAL AND LICENSED-I come across people who want to buy and sell real estate on their own. However, the majority of people want someone who is an expert and knows what to do in a real estat tranascation who is educated and experienced in this field so there are no problems down the road. Always hire an expert when conducting a business. "You will get what you paid for." NETWORKING-People under estimate the power of a realtor's network. Realtors work with other professional service providers who have … (15 comments)

The Nine Most Common Mistakes to Avoid When Obtaining a Home Mortgage! - 06/02/09 07:54 AM
You are about to make what will most likely be the largest transaction of your life: your home mortgage. Unfortunately, many homebuyers do not take the time to research some of the little but weighty intricacies of mortgages. Researching the mortgage process takes little time compared to the tens of thousands of dollars it could save you. Doesn't it make sense to become as completely informed as possible before you buy your next home? This special report is designed to help you avoid nine common mistakes. Remember that the right lender can help you make good, sound business decisions based on … (7 comments)

 
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Harry F. D'Elia, Investor , Mentor, CSSN Radio Coach, REOs, ABR, ePRO, CDPE

Phoenix, AZ

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Intended to share information, ideas, and tips on buying and selling real estate in Phoenix, Arizona. Written by realtor and radio host, Harry F. D'Elia. This Blog focuses on the creation of wealth through real estate and is involved in teaching others how to conservativley buy and sell real estate to enhance one's current portfolio. Agent's are welcome to follow along and learn from Harry how to successfully meet your clients needs.


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