Snooze and Losing Agents - 04/30/10 03:24 PM
How many times have we all wished we had done something that could have been beneficial to our business.  Then spend the next few months kicking ourselves that we didn't jump on something when it was available for little to no cost.  I.E.  such as those that wish they were on ActiveRain could have been rainmakers but now today they have to pay.  Snooze and lose type of scenario right?  I wouldn't waste any time on gaining another added marketing tool when it is available for free if there is a good chance it will help me gain more clients. 
I … (0 comments)

Snooze and Losing Agents - 04/30/10 03:22 PM
How many times have we all wished we had done something that could have been beneficial to our business.  Then spend the next few months kicking ourselves that we didn't jump on something when it was available for little to no cost.  I.E.  such as those that wish they were on ActiveRain could have been rainmakers but now today they have to pay.  Snooze and lose type of scenario right?  I wouldn't waste any time on gaining another added marketing tool when it is available for free if there is a good chance it will help me gain more clients. 
I … (0 comments)

Twist of quotes - 04/30/10 09:57 AM
It is always great to have these numerous motivational/inspirational quotes but it is also good to mix it up alittle bit.  Besides it is Friday! 
 
It's true that we don't know what we've got until we lose it, but it's also true that we don't know what we've been missing until it arrives.  ~ unknown author
The average woman would rather have beauty than brains, because the average man can see better than he can think. ~ unknown author
I told the doctor I broke my leg in two places. He told me to quit going to those places. - … (0 comments)

Just for Real Estate Agents... - 04/29/10 01:56 PM
To many sources popping up each year, month or even day claiming they are going to bring in such and such leads.  They draw you in by a low fee just to get you baited.  No matter what market you are in across the nation you need to have quick turn around on your investment.   We all have thrown money into a marketing venture that just really never panned out.  Across the nation real estate agents and builders have been hit the hardest in this economic down turn.  Yet, so many companies are still charging outrageous fees for zero return on … (0 comments)

Stop! Real Estate Agents..... - 04/28/10 10:27 PM
To many sources popping up each year, month or even day claiming they are going to bring in such and such leads.  They draw you in by a low fee just to get you baited.  No matter what market you are in across the nation you need to have quick turn around on your investment.   We all have thrown money into a marketing venture that just really never panned out.  Across the nation real estate agents and builders have been hit the hardest in this economic down turn.  Yet, so many companies are still charging outrageous fees for zero return on … (5 comments)

Stop! Real Estate Agents.... - 04/28/10 09:42 AM
To many sources popping up each year, month or even day claiming they are going to bring in such and such leads.  They draw you in by a low fee just to get you baited.  No matter what market you are in across the nation you need to have quick turn around on your investment.   We all have thrown money into a marketing venture that just really never panned out.  Across the nation real estate agents and builders have been hit the hardest in this economic down turn.  Yet, so many companies are still charging outragious fees for zero return on … (8 comments)

Free website to Real Estate Agents? - 04/27/10 01:11 PM
Are you looking for a website that you can self brand, blog and network across the nation.  This website has been launched free to real estate agents to help them get another marketing tool in their pocket.  You are able to not only build a profile but have all your contact information including website.  Each profile that is created is capably to be search engine friendly for your area.  Right now they are only working on doing Metro Service Area's.
Check it out!  Dependable Real Estate Agents
 
Have a great day!
 
Email contact:  info@dependablerealestateagents.com
 
 
 
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Free Marketing? Sign-up while it is free! - 04/26/10 07:59 PM
Attention Real Estate Agents, here is a website designed to help you self brand, blog and build a networking group across the nation.  You have complete control over your profile and best part it is free.  You can't beat a profile that is search engine friendly and really can help you gain the competitive edge in your area.  When it is free whatelse can you ask for?
 
Dependable Real Estate Agents
 
 
Any questions you can email at info@dependablerealestateagents.com
 
Pass it along.....
 
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How to choose the right realtor for you! - 04/06/10 08:02 AM
Very good information to go by when choosing a realtor.
Via Jennifer S. Fisher (Keller Williams Realty):
Finding the ideal Realtor doesn't just happen by accident. It takes some research on your part. An important rule of thumb is to shop for the Realtor first, the house second.
First, you want to talk with several Realtors from several companies to learn about the different options they offer. If you aren't completely satisfied with what one has to offer, talk to another. The important thing is that you want a Realtor who will represent you to get the best home for the best money … (1 comments)

Is ActiveRain Addicting? - 04/05/10 03:28 PM
I would venture to say so....
Via Lennar Corporation (Lennar Corporation):
We think it is!  What could be better than a social network dedicated to the topic we love most...Real Estate!  It seems only natural that as we continue to explore social media, we make ActiveRain an integral part.  We've learned so much just from reading others' blog posts and hope you also learn from us.  It's great to connect online with the people we see in our Communities and Welcome Home Centers across the country. It's no wonder we are addicted!
In fact, ActiveRain is so addicting that even our local markets … (0 comments)

Top 5 Tips for Growing Your Facebook Page - 04/05/10 03:25 PM
Great information to help you on your facebooks page
Via Real Bird (RealBird Inc.):
By now, most of you have heard about Facebook Pages and many of you have set up one or more for your real estate business or local communities.
I noticed that most real estate Facebook Pages however have very little content and low number of Fans. Our RealBird Facebook Page has been growing nicely and I thought I share some of the things that we learned. You may be able to apply these techniques to your own Facebook Pages.
1) Your Facebook Page should be a community, so allow … (0 comments)

Undercover Boss. The Real Reality - 04/05/10 03:23 PM
This is a very entertaining show.  Especially last nights Roto Rooter episode.
Via Craig Witt (EXIT Realty Michigan & Illinois):
Every Sunday I watch this new series called Undercover Boss and every week it speaks to me in a similar, yet different way. This in my opinion may be the best reality television series I have invested time in, this truly is reality!
 
I have had an unbelievable work history, some actually say they don’t believe me, but rest assured I have witnesses (and scars and a medical file) to prove them all! I feel like I could have hosted the … (0 comments)

Mortgage Fraudsters- “Flipped” Houses Three, Four and Even Five Times-Sentenced - 04/05/10 12:35 PM
Some people just would rather make money than be ethical in their business dealings.
Via Michael Richardson (Mortgage Fraud Solutions Group):
The Now-Failed Omni National Bank Helped Fund Millions in Loans for Convicted Mortgage Fraudster Mark McBride. Omni also has been linked to other mortgage fraud operations uncovered by regulators, stolen multiple identities and another where they falsified the income and employment records of borrowers he steered to Atlanta-based Omni.
Omni was the go to funding source for fraudulent property flippers, some of whom did superficial repairs in order to resell homes at inflated prices with the use of straw buyers to obtain … (0 comments)

How to Get the Best Appraisal - 04/05/10 10:28 AM
Eddie has posted a great post on how to get the best appraisal.  As we all have had some real interesting things come up come appraisal time.
Via Eddie Perez (Robert De Ruggiero Inc., Realtors):
Many home sellers question what is the best way to improve the look of their home to get the highest appraisal. This can be a big issue since appraisals have been getting a lot of attention recently, and a very low appraisal can ruin the sale of a home.
There are people who feel that making a last-minute effort to clean up a home will sway the decision … (2 comments)

When was your professional Realtor photo taken? - 04/05/10 10:25 AM
Now this is a great subject being brought up.  There has been many of times I met someone and wonder what happened to the person that is on the card.  Although the throw back look could potentially get you some interesting business. ha ha
Via Ray Garrett, Jr. (Zip Realty):
 I didn't want to write this post, but I felt impelled after meeting an agent earlier this week.  When I first saw her website and photo, I remember thinking that she needed to update her hairstyle a little, but she looked very professional.  When she walked into my office, I thought she'd sent … (2 comments)

Social Suicide - 04/05/10 10:06 AM
Social media is definitely have a huge impact on how we market today.  It is a great tool to have in your marketing efforts to reach your clients both past and potential.
There is one problem that can truly be detrimental to your business.  It is call the fan page!  It is great to have fan pages of your interests and things that you like to be associated with.  It is great to have friends/competitors but when they send out their fan page promoting their business why would you accept to be a fan.  You are allowing all those on your friends … (10 comments)

30 days to get $8,000 tax credit - 04/05/10 09:41 AM
The clock is winding down
Via Brian Turner (Keller Williams Preferred Properties):
30 days and counting: Homebuyer tax credit expiresby Les Christie Attention shoppers: You have barely a month left before the homebuyer tax credit expires. But depending on where you live, you might not want to rush out to buy. First-time homebuyers may qualify for up to $8,000, while those who are trading up could get as much as $6,500. But either way, buyers have to ink sales contracts by the end of April and close before July 1 to see the refund. And this is absolutely, positively your last chance to claim the credit. (Probably.) … (3 comments)

Motivational Monday: The cat caught a baby chick...and brought it to me! Oh no! - 04/05/10 09:28 AM
HaHa Cats want a Easter too!
Via Wanda Kubat-Nerdin (Prado Real Estate, St. George, UT 435.632.9374):
As I was sitting at my computer this morning, I heard some noise off to the west side of the house. I didn't think much of it and continued working on the task at hand.
Suddenly, Hiway, our cat peeked around the corner and presented me with a gift...a baby chick and it was so cute, I had to smile! While I was busy getting to work this Monday morning, so was she.
Somehow, she got into my sons Easter basket and grabbed a plastic egg filled with … (2 comments)

Motivational Monday: The cat caught a baby chick...and brought it to me! Oh no! - 04/05/10 09:28 AM
HaHa Cats want a Easter too!
Via Wanda Kubat-Nerdin (Prado Real Estate, St. George, UT 435.632.9374):
As I was sitting at my computer this morning, I heard some noise off to the west side of the house. I didn't think much of it and continued working on the task at hand.
Suddenly, Hiway, our cat peeked around the corner and presented me with a gift...a baby chick and it was so cute, I had to smile! While I was busy getting to work this Monday morning, so was she.
Somehow, she got into my sons Easter basket and grabbed a plastic egg filled with … (2 comments)

Tips to Prevent a Fire in Your Home - 04/05/10 09:24 AM
Really good information to share with everyone.
Via Paul Murphy (Paul Murphy Insurance Agency, Inc.):
Just a few weeks ago a fire devastated a home in my neighborhood. Luckily, the family escaped unscathed.  The damage to the home was unrepairable however, and the family is now planning to re-build their home from scratch. (Good thing for homeowners insurance, huh?)
Every once in awhile I like to remind everyone of some of the easy ways to prevent house fires in hopes that homeowners will become more aware of how easy it can be to prevent a fire in their home. Some of these may seem like … (1 comments)

TOP 8 REASONS TO INVEST IN REAL ESTATE - 04/05/10 09:08 AM
Can't go wrong with this information
Via Harry F. D'Elia, Investor , Mentor, BD, Radio Coach, REO Expert, Networker (HomeSmart International):
Real estate investors are realizing much more attractive returns due to the multiple income streams from real estate investment that include the following:
Appreciation: The Greater Phoenix area has a track record of steady appreciation between 5-6% in a normal market based upon historical data. This is an automatic savings account for many people. The offers opportunity down the road as one holds onto the property as the value continues to appreciate. This provides to open a line of credit to invest … (1 comments)

Humor for your Monday - 04/05/10 08:22 AM
Now I know how some dread the Monday's so I thought I would through out some jokes to start your day out right.
I hope you enjoy!
 
A young boy enters a barber shop and the barber whispers to his customer, "This is the dumbest kid in the world. Watch while I prove it to you." The barber puts a dollar bill in one hand and two quarters in the other, then calls the boy over and asks, "Which do you want, son?" The boy takes the quarters and leaves. "What did I tell you?" said the barber. "That kid never … (11 comments)

Don't Let Your Bad Mood Lead You to a Bad Decision - 04/05/10 08:12 AM
This is so very true!
Via Jennifer Allan, Author of Sell with Soul (Sell with Soul):
Two Saturdays ago, we finished up the Winter of Soul (a 12-session teleseminar program about topics of interest to the Sell with Soul crowd) with a show about Getting UNStuck* - that is - how to regain your mojo when this business threatens to take you down. My favorite segment of the show was when we talked about how if you're in a Bad Mood... you're pretty much toast until you can snap out of it.
What do I mean by that? Well, if you're feeling down in … (4 comments)

Quote of the Day - 04/04/10 09:44 PM
Couldn't help but want to repost this for more to see.
Via Karl Peidl - Accredited Loan Consultant (Pleasant Valley Home Mortgage Corp.):
"Discipline and diligence are up there on the list, but one of the most important qualities of many really successful people is humility.  If you have a degree of humility about you, you have the ability to take advice, to be coachable, teachable.  A humble person never stops learning."
- Todd Blackledge
Pro football player

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Quote for Today - 04/04/10 09:42 PM
Ole Babe Ruth definitely had something there.
Via Steve Elmore (The Elmore Group with Re/Max Associates):
"Never let the fear of striking out get in your way." -- Babe Ruth, baseball player
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Should You Wait to Buy a Home? - 04/04/10 04:47 PM
This definitely might be a take some buyers are looking at.
Via Fred Glick (U S Spaces, Inc & U S Loans Mortgage LLC):
The federal tax credit ends this April 30th and as I described on CNBC, it's going to be Christmas in April.People in certain areas are flooding the market with offers near or above list price. There are multiple offers out there. There are even homes that should not sell (overpriced and on the market for a year) that are getting traction.But, maybe you should not join the frenzy no matter what all the real estate agent hype says.Actually, if … (0 comments)

Should You Wait to Buy a Home? - 04/04/10 04:47 PM
This definitely might be a take some buyers are looking at.
Via Fred Glick (U S Spaces, Inc & U S Loans Mortgage LLC):
The federal tax credit ends this April 30th and as I described on CNBC, it's going to be Christmas in April.People in certain areas are flooding the market with offers near or above list price. There are multiple offers out there. There are even homes that should not sell (overpriced and on the market for a year) that are getting traction.But, maybe you should not join the frenzy no matter what all the real estate agent hype says.Actually, if … (0 comments)

Hen Picked in Heaven? - 04/04/10 04:41 PM
A little humor for your day.
Via Envelope Real Estate Brokerage Inc:
A guy went to Heaven and there were 2 lines, one :Hen Picked Husbands Only, which was about 2 miles long and the other line :Un-Hen Picked Husbands, and there was only one liitle meek looking man in the line.
The guy walks up to him and asks why he is the only one in the line and he says: "I don't know, my wife told me to"!
'NOT ALL REALTORS* ARE THE SAME', One call or email to me and you will know why!
Your London and S/W Ontario source … (2 comments)

Which came first, The Chicken or the Egg? - 04/04/10 04:37 PM
Very interesting blog post..  Which would you say?
Via Captain Wayne Rowlett (Rowlett Real Estate School):
A question that has been asked for centuries, it has puzzled even the greatest minds of this world, scientist, professors and experts have all tried to answer the same question. But this age-old question really has a simple answer.
According to the Creator of chickens, and the author of the Record of their origins, chickens came first.
It was on the Fifth Day of Creation Week that He created "every winged fowl after [their] kind" (Genesis 1:21) complete with the DNA to reproduce that kind. Then … (2 comments)

The Business of Real Estate.... Lead Generation! - 04/04/10 11:24 AM
Ha very fun and entertaining at the same time.  Good information in a Charlie Brown cartoon
Via Mark "COACH" Collard (Keller Williams Realty East Valley & Synergistic Solutions):

This video gets pretty clear on the only thing pertinent to growing your business, or your short sale business... LEAD GENERATION! Starts off a bit slow, but then we amp up with great content and then a great ending! LEADS, LISTINGS, LEVERAGE!
Enjoy! Coach Collard


PS...That's the whole idea, RAT!
            Coach Collard
          http://coachcollard.com
            602.989.7012 - mobile
          mark@coachcollard.com
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Marketing yourself and having fun at the same time. - 04/04/10 11:16 AM
Here is an older post but I think we can all definitely learn something from it.  There as so many ways that are presented to us each day for marketing.  Most are highly expensive but the key is to have fun marketing yourself.  If you don't have fun in this industry it will beat you.  Keep a positive attitude (as hard as it may be sometimes) and forge ahead. 

Have a great Easter Sunday and the best to you in your new week ahead!

Repost of Debbie Jennings  Marketing Yourself & Having Fun at the Same Time!
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Happy Easter vs Happy Chocolate Sale Eve - 04/04/10 11:02 AM
Now how about this Easter Post!  Kudos to Jim! 
Via Jim Paulson (Owner/Broker) (Progressive Realty (Boise Idaho) www.Progressive-Realty.info):
Sorry my friends, I couldn't refuse!
Jim Paulson, CRS, GRI,Certified EPRO Instructor and Home From Work InstructorOwner/Broker - Progressive Realty CorporationSpecializing in Boise Idaho Real Estatehttp://www.IdahoMLStours.comHttp://www.Progressive-Realty.info
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Speechless Sunday - 04/04/10 09:48 AM
Definitely something everyone one should think about!
Via Tony Toto Real Estate Investor Gurnee, IL (Real Estate Investor):
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The origin of the Easter bunny. - 04/04/10 09:45 AM
What is the origin of the Easter bunny?
 
I thought this was some interesting information and figured why not pass it on.  I never really know about the origin of th Easter bunny. 
Like the origin of Easter, the origin of the Easter Bunny has roots that go back to pre-Christian, Anglo-Saxon history. The holiday was originally a pagan celebration that worshipped the goddess Eastre. She was the goddess of fertility and springtime and her earthly symbol was the rabbit. Thus the pre-Christian Anglo-Saxons worshipped the rabbit believing it to be Eastre's earthly incarnation. When the Anglo-Saxons were converted … (8 comments)

Need a laugh - 04/03/10 11:11 AM
Now this might be a way to turn a bad situation into a way to payback money owed to your friend.
 
Two guys are walking down the street when a mugger approaches them and demands their money. They both grudgingly pull out their wallets and begin taking out their cash. Just then one guy turns to the other and hands him a bill. "Here's that $20 I owe you," he says.
 
Have a great Saturday!
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Had to share this one... - 04/03/10 10:47 AM
Two campers are walking through the woods when a huge brown bear suddenly appears in the clearing about 50 feet in front of them. The bear sees the campers and begins to head toward them. The first guys drops his backpack, digs out a pair of sneakers, and frantically begins to put them on. The second guys says, "What are you doing? Sneakers won't help you outrun that bear." "I don't need to outrun the bear," the first guy says. "I just need to outrun you."
 
Now that is a good camping buddy to have. 
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Newly weds in their new home.... - 04/03/10 10:45 AM
A newlywed couple moves into their new house. One day the husband comes home from work and his wife says, "Honey, you know, in the upstairs bathroom one of the pipes is leaking, could you fix it?" The husband says, "What do I look like, Mr. Plumber?" A few days go by, and he comes home from work and his wife says, "Honey, the car won't start. I think it needs a new battery. Could you change it for me?" He says: "What do I look like, Mr. Goodwrench?" Another few days go by, and it's raining pretty hard. The wife … (4 comments)

Proxy Errors - 04/03/10 10:40 AM
Why is it anytime I go into another page or try to post something I get a Proxy Error?  It seems to be doing it more and more these days.  Even when I logged on to  AR this morning I instantly got a Proxy Error.   I was starting to think it had something to do with my computer or internet connection.  It is just getting a little frustrating with the number of times that it happens.
 
Can someone tell me what the problem is?
 
 
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Fun Quotes - 04/03/10 10:09 AM
It is always good to keep it mixture in our daily routine.  I like to see motivation quotes but it is always good to get a laugh to brighten the day.
 
Between two evils, I always pick the one I never tried before.  ~Mae West
Always end the name of your child with a vowel, so that when you yell the name will carry. ~ Bill Cosby
Happiness is having a large, loving, caring, close-knit family in another city. ~ George Burns
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Microchips in your body? - 04/02/10 10:08 PM
If they venturing into doing this type of technology now what will we be doing tomorrow? You keep hearing of new waves of technology but my question is when is it going stop. When is there going to be the line that we won't cross. You just wonder what we will be like even 5 years from now. … (4 comments)

Microchips in your body? - 04/02/10 09:06 PM
What is next? You keep hearing of new waves of technology but my question is when is it going stop. When is there going to be the line that we won't cross. You just wonder what we will be like even 5 years from now. … (8 comments)

This Can't Wait Until Funny Friday - 04/02/10 09:17 AM
Interesting video
Via Tony Toto Real Estate Investor Gurnee, IL (Real Estate Investor):
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If you are in the Real Estate Industry do you really support those in Power??? - 04/02/10 09:11 AM

Via Alice Linahan (Keller Williams):
If you are in the Real Estate Industry do you realize those who are in Power right now are destroying your livelihood and the real estate market.
One only has to look at the state of California to see how successful their policies have worked.
I encourage you to listen to this clip to see just what they are putting in the bills they do not want anyone to read before they shove them down the throats of the American people.
 

 
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(Copyright © 2010 By Alice Linahan All Rights Reserved.)
Remember the biggest compliment I can receive … (1 comments)

Pre-Warning you for today - 04/01/10 07:35 AM
Everyone be especially on their toes today!
 
The maple syrup's full of ants.A mouse is creeping on the shelf. Is that a spider on your back? I ate the whole pie by myself. The kitchen sink just overflowed. A flash flood washed away the school. I threw your blanket in the trash.I never lie----I--- APRIL FOOL!
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