project blogger: 10 Traits of a Successful Woman - 07/12/07 03:01 PM
You're endowed with greatness, and only you can unlock the chest that contains that powerful, priceless commodity. A successful woman exhibits the following 10 traits. They're a part of her character; are they a part of yours? 1. She has a positive attitude. There's no energy that can mimic what's released … (9 comments)
project blogger: The Best "Puppy Palace"! Where to Board Your Pet in Tampa! - 07/09/07 09:09 PM
Another article in my "Pet Friendly" Series.... Every Pet Owner agonizes over boarding his, or her, pet! You've seen, and heard, all about my sweet, epileptic Yorkshire Terrier! She's a fussy eater, but is just adorable! read the rest of the story at The Real Estate Sizzle … (2 comments)
project blogger: Who Reads Your Blog? - 07/06/07 05:59 PM
When I write an article for The Real Estate Sizzle, I don't really think about who might read it. I just write about things that someone living in Tampa, or moving locally, or Internationally would like to know about. Sometimes I talk about things that help someone recognize me, or identify … (10 comments)
project blogger: Signs With a New Look...Watch For Them In Your Neighborhood! - 07/05/07 09:02 PM
Here is a "Sneak Peek" at my new Sign Panel! The new signs debut next week. The first "Sizzle" reader to find one of my "catchy" new signs, wins the contest of the week! Let's call it..."Where, in Tampa, are the "sizzling" signs?"
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project blogger: The Power of Google...and An Unusual Name - 07/02/07 12:44 PM
Several weeks ago, someone hacked into my site, and my family has listened, as I have been working on "tracking down" the culprit and making some changes to insure that it doesn't happen again. The other day, my 11-year old called me and said, "Mother, I found him!...that guy who hacked … (11 comments)
project blogger: Haunted Houses...What Should An Agent Disclose? - 07/01/07 09:29 AM
For all the apprentices in Project Blogger...I couldn't resist my own ghost story... In Florida, Realtors are required to disclose anything that "materially affects the property". We ask Sellers to complete, and sign, a very thorough questionnaire about everything from survey and drainage issues, plumbing, electrical, roof, zoning...everything "material" to the property. Realtors … (32 comments)
project blogger: I am Using My Blog to Help Local Charities....You Can Too! - 06/27/07 03:41 PM
My growing readership on the Real Estate Sizzle, and the participation in Project Blogger, has inspired me to use my blog to make a difference in my local community, and raise some monies for local charities. I found a great widget, that collects and tracks the donations. You can read my … (8 comments)
project blogger: Blogging and Real Estate are the Perfect Combination! - 06/26/07 08:12 AM
Real Estate is like acting. You know what I mean. No matter what your day is like, or what is happening in your life, there are certain times that you just need to be "on", be "happy", play the part...fake it! You can't pick up your clients at the airport, for the … (5 comments)
project blogger: Find The Perfect Place to Live - 06/22/07 08:23 AM
It's Friday...we need a little "Fun and Frolic" today... Take a few quizzes and find out some interesting things about yourself... Trying to find the perfect place to live...this might give you the perfect answer! Find the rest of the fun on The Real Estate Sizzle.... … (0 comments)
project blogger: Vote for your thoughts on Florida Tax Reform on The Real Estate Sizzle - 06/18/07 08:34 AM
The Tax Relief Plan was passed by the Florida Legislature last week. I am going to continue to post my thoughts on the issue, right up until Floridians vote on January 29, 2008. I'd like to get thoughts from my readership, so, Floridians, please register your vote on my poll at... The Real Estate … (20 comments)
project blogger: Property Tax Reform Passed by the Senate...Will The Voters Agree? - 06/14/07 06:52 PM
Today, the Florida Senate passed a tax-cut plan that would cut the average tax bill....by a mere pittance. The new system would increase homestead exemptions, giving homeowners a 75 percent write-off on their first $200,000 in market-based ‘'just value'' and an additional 15 percent write-off on the next $300,000. Those homestead properties who … (3 comments)
project blogger: Fluff Goes In My Fluffernutter, Not On My Blog - 06/13/07 06:56 AM
I love Fluff! That ooey, gooey Marshmallow Creme that is the "key" ingredient in a "Fluffernutter". For those of you from New England, you know exactly what I mean. Take 2 slices of Wonder Bread. Spread Peanut Butter on one slice and Fluff on the other. Slap them together and "voila"...Fluffernutter! Delicious! Wash it … (19 comments)
project blogger: Biggest Week Ever on The Real Estate Sizzle...915 Visits and #1 on Google! - 06/11/07 08:15 AM
It was an Amazing week for The Real Estate Sizzle! The site hit 217 visits in one day and 915 for the week...for the first time ever! And two articles, one about "Property Tax Reform in Florida" and another about "Putting Your Face on a Bus Bench", both got the #1, #2 and … (8 comments)
project blogger: Would you put your Face on a Bus Bench??? - 06/08/07 07:43 AM
Eight years ago, this month, I attended a South Tampa Chamber of Commerce luncheon. It was the same year I started putting my photo on my business card. As an aside, I HATE to have my picture taken, but I understand how important it is for marketing. At the event, I exchanged cards … (25 comments)
project blogger: The Latest News on Property Tax Reform in Florida - 06/07/07 06:49 PM
The Joint Select Committee on Property Tax Relief and Reform met on May 21, 2007. Here is their condensed outline of the agreement reached, along with my comments in RED. This is not the FINAL plan, but it has been agreed upon by the committee, and the letter was issued by … (2 comments)
project blogger: I Saw This Today... - 06/06/07 02:55 PM
I saw this on a billboard today and I had to post it! "Never regret anything that made you smile!" … (11 comments)
project blogger: Got Pets? Read Those Condo Docs Before you Sign a Contract! - 06/05/07 09:03 AM
Another article in my "Pet Friendly" series.... Florida is the "Land of Condominiums", and I sell plenty of them! Each building has it's own "personality". From the concierge services, to the pool, common areas, floor plans, demographics and "rules", you need to find the building that is best suited to your needs … (4 comments)
project blogger: Got Balls...Live and Play at Westchase... - 06/04/07 12:56 PM
The first in my "Golf Course Communities" Series.. As always...the best part is always near the END of the article... I have included Westchase in my series on "Golf Course Communities", but it offers so much more! Convenient to the Veteran's Expressway, Westchase was one of the the first major residential developments in … (2 comments)
project blogger: Channelside District...Upscale, Urban Lifestyle in Tampa.... - 06/01/07 08:44 AM
On the edge of downtown Tampa, along the Port of Tampa, on Channelside Drive, sits the Channelside District. Formerly a mass of rundown wearhouses, this area has been transformed into an upscale, urban setting filled with lofts, condominiums, shopping and entertainment. The Channelside Entertainment Complex sits in the heart of it … (1 comments)
project blogger: What to do When Your Home Smells Like Dog...or Smokers! - 05/31/07 07:05 AM
I recently sold a home that had two adorable golden retrievers. Let's call them "Muffy" and "Molly"...They happily greeted us at the door, along with their owners...and the odor! The stench overwhelmed us! Let's be honest...dogs smell. Unless they have just come from the groomer, they have an odor. And some breeds, like retrievers, … (9 comments)
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