rogers real estate: Mensch is the new word of the day
- 12/21/12 08:32 PM
Mensch is the new word of the day
I can tell you without any thinking I know some of these people. Then here are those who do not possess this issue and what a shame it is. Of course all of my clients possess this and now I will give you the meaning of (mensh) is a sensible, mature, responsible person you know like me. What say you are you one of these and do you know someone who possesses this quality? Join us tomorrow for another journey into the wonderful are of Wordsmith.
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rogers real estate: Barge-board is the new words of the day.
- 04/09/12 09:05 PM
Barge-board is the new words of the day.
I know you’ve seen this but did you know there was a word for it. As I’m writing this I’m looking at a picture of it in my Webster’s ®. These are sadly going away and you need to enjoy them while you can. It’s a sign of the times when expediency are the norm. Now for the meaning of (-bord’) is a board, often ornate, attached along the barge couples of a gabled roof, as in Tudor and Gothic architecture. That people was a mouthful. Enjoy the day.
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rogers real estate: Literati is the new word of the day.
- 04/07/12 09:11 PM
Literati is the new word of the day.
Well, well, well what have we here? You either know what it is or you don’t. So what say you ladies and gentlemen? Just FYI you all are one in my book so I’m proud to call each and every one of you my friend. OH YEA! I almost forgot the meaning of (lit’e ra’ti’) is men of letters, scholarly or learned people. YEA B-U-D-D-Y! now what say you?
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rogers real estate: Arriviste is the new word of the day.
- 04/02/12 08:05 PM
Arriviste is the new word of the day.
How many times have a witnessed this. Of course the answer is many more than I wanted in some instances and not enough in others. Some people take this in stride and others let it go to their heads. The question I have for you is have you witnessed this and if so are you one of them? Hard decision and requires you to take a long and hard look in the mirror. The meaning of (a re vest’) is a person who has recently gained power, wealth, success etc. and is … (8 comments)
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rogers real estate: Pecky is the new word of the day.
- 03/15/12 08:05 PM
Pecky is the new word of the day…
I was going to write about another word but I’m debating on how to use it without getting censored. So you’re stuck with this one for today. I’ve seen this and I know you have also; the question is how any times you’ve seen this. So now I guess you would like to know the meaning of (pek’e) is showing or marked by spots or holes caused by decay. So now that you know the meaning of pecky what say you?
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rogers real estate: Bailey is the new word of the day.
- 03/01/12 07:34 PM
Bailey is the new word of the day.
OK I could not get this one by the wife. Although she did not nail it she came so darn close while writing this I can’t help but to shake my head in disbelief of how she knew this. We as agents should know this word but just to be sure I looked in my handy dandy workbook. You know the one we used to study for the exam. Anyway it’s not in there so the meaning of (ba’le) is the outer wall or court of a medieval castle. With some of … (9 comments)
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rogers real estate: Do you know of agents or clients who suffer from “ennui’?
- 05/24/11 11:16 PM
OK here we go… I don’t know about you but I know of agents and clients who suffer from this problem. To be frank I also have been known to suffer from this problem but not since I became an agent.
The question(s) I ask you is have you suffered or know of clients who have and even now suffer from this problem? Now for the meaning of (an’we’) weariness and dissatisfaction resulting from inactivity or lack of interest. Enjoy the day
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rogers real estate: Do you know someone who is “pseud”?
- 01/29/11 10:26 PM
He said what?? I don’t believe it. OK now that you have got that out of the way no need to type it in word cause it’s not there. Everyone knows someone who is this. It may be your parents, teachers, broker or whatever but you know someone who is this. The meaning of (syood) a person who affects knowledge or understanding. Now who was that person in your life? For me it was my dad. … (12 comments)
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rogers real estate: Your reputation is only as good as you last accomplishment
- 03/16/09 01:40 AM
Your reputation is only as good as you last accomplishment.
Ever wonder why some agents just seem to get the listings and contracts? Maybe it's because the agent has been around for a long time and is well liked and known in the community. Maybe just maybe the agent has a reputation for getting things done. Why not a little of both?
Take me for instance I don't have a lot of time in this business however I do have a heck of a reputation if I say so myself "I get things done." For you new agents develop … (5 comments)
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rogers real estate: Happy people have strong goals.
- 03/13/09 12:32 AM
Happy people have strong goals.
I was reading the other night before going to sleep and was struck by a passage in the article which read: happy people have strong goals. I was struck by that statement because our broker keeps talking about goal setting and reaching for that one more phone call, for that one more door knock, for that one more...
That got me to thinking, what is a goal? I know everyone at first glance is going to say more listings, money, success, etc. I'm talking about not a quick draw from the hip answer everyone will … (7 comments)
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rogers real estate: I have something I need to get off my chest.
- 03/12/09 12:34 AM
I have something I need to get off my chest.
This is one of those blogs where I have something I need get off my mind. I do not need to tell the people involved otherwise I would fall back into my former profession and it would not be a pleasant experience. I'm writing this, will look at it in a day or two and then decide to post it or not.
Ever had one of those people who says, "Yes I'll call you back, give me in a couple of hours." or "I'm on the other line call you … (9 comments)
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rogers real estate: Ask Questions, Listen and React to retain and keep that client.
- 03/10/09 11:13 PM
Ask Questions, Listen and React to retain and keep that client.
We had training the other day. An agent who has a tremendous amount of experience wanted to share some thoughts and as he was talking he said the above three sets of words, ask questions, listen and react.
Having a great amount of respect for the agent I listened and although I might not quote him verbatim this is what I took from the lesson:
Ask questions: from your client to understand what they are looking for in the property they want. What do they want, school district, … (1 comments)
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rogers real estate: Open your eyes and see it right the first time...
- 03/09/09 11:16 PM
Open your eyes and see it right the first time...
I'm a new agent and excited as you know at my first time to have a listing presentation. I've pulled the CMA'S covered all my bases, have my presentation CD. This time truly I do, I'm fully covered, you know how newbie's are sometimes their over prepared. Anyway I'm off and the presentation goes off without a hitch the client signs the contract.
Well I'm so excited I'm about to bust at the seams so I start to take photos and measurements I finish go back to the office to … (5 comments)
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rogers real estate: Why didn’t I get that contract? Oh! Well next, time to move on.
- 03/09/09 12:20 AM
Why didn't I get that contract? Oh! Well next, time to move on.
I just know I should have written that agreement you know I'm the best in the business. Well I am just ask me and I'll tell you how great I am. Isn't that how you feel if it's not it needs to be.
You know and so do I and everyone else no one is going to get every contract they go after and so instead of letting it eat at you use this simple term that my broker uses all the time. Next and move on, … (4 comments)
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rogers real estate: I shot an 88 today well almost actually it was 112 but I have a good excuse…
- 03/05/09 10:45 PM
I shot an 88 today well almost actually it was 112 but I have a good excuse...
If you're into golf like I am than you know the above is not a pretty site and absolutely not the best score you want to post at any age. Using the old adage but I have a good excuse such as I cut my finger and was not able to get a good grip on the club, my back hurt, knee hurt, had one of those days and the list goes on. I've made them and most likely will continue to do … (7 comments)
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rogers real estate: Learn from those clients who say no to a listing…
- 03/04/09 11:43 PM
Learn from those clients who say no to a listing...
Been there done that and I know you have so for the most part I know I'm preaching to the choir. But maybe there's a new agent this will help.
You call a prospect and get the listing appointment, gather all the CMA'S, do all your homework and this time you're prepared. You arrive at the said time and place (not late) and the presentation goes well. The client asks questions and you have all the answers. Despite all your efforts the client declines to list with you. Like … (11 comments)
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rogers real estate: "Do you understand? Do you have any questions?"
- 03/03/09 10:11 PM
"Do you understand? Do you have any questions?"
Two terms we use that may be sending the wrong message to the clients. Presumably, you're asking it because you want to be sure you and the client
have a clear understanding on the terms, listing, agreement etc. What the client may hear is "He thinks I'm stupid."
Try this phrase instead "I want to be sure I explained everything clearly, is there anything I can clarify for you?"
Secondly we advance to the all dreaded yes/no question which you're best off to avoid.
Try this: "What question(s) do you have?" This … (6 comments)
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rogers real estate: So let me tell you about this idea I have.
- 03/02/09 10:52 PM
So let me tell you about this idea I have.
Ever wonder what those people who did not listen to Bill Gates or helped his struggling company. How about AT&T, IBM all great corporations and the list go on and on. They all started with an idea, and idea from someone about something.
I'm wondering as I set here writing this who out there might be reading this after it's posted that has the next greatest idea already in the mind that's been going round and round. I wonder if they know that what they may think is such a … (5 comments)
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rogers real estate: Come on admit it. I will, I have and will continue to jump to conclusions.
- 03/01/09 10:24 PM
Come on admit it. I will, I have and will continue to jump to conclusions.
You're human right well if you are and I know you are or you couldn't be reading this you have jumped to conclusions. I did just the other day. I was taking measurements for a listing it was a cold day and I don't like to be cold. Needless to say but I will I was in no mood for small talk and I was ready to get this done. I was tired and ready to get back into the comfort of my warm car, … (0 comments)
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rogers real estate: It's not what you say sometimes but how you say it.
- 02/26/09 10:42 PM
It's not what you say sometimes but how you say it.
I know most of you have seen that commercial on TV where the couple is sitting in the living room. The lady says she switched over to a new phone service provider and the man says "I love you, and this time I mean it." All along you know he doesn't. Anyway then you have this sugar love story where the couple are eyeball to eyeball saying "I love you" and you know they mean it.
The next time you talk to someone and don't get that listing appointment … (10 comments)
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