real estate: Most Common Home-Buying Mistakes: - 05/17/07 01:55 PM
Most Common Home-Buying Mistakes:
1. You didn't set a budget.Buy a home that's way out of your price range and you could well derail your ability to fund other important items such as retirement savings, your kids' education -- not to mention an entertainment budget. Mortgage brokers will tell you how much … (0 comments)
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real estate: A Pen that can help you protect your Identity! - 05/15/07 11:31 PM
This is an excerpt from the show on ID Scams that was on Oprah - this is the one thing that caught my eye the most, thought i'd mention it here!Shield Your Fortune with a $2 PenAll it takes to empty your bank account is a single signed check stolen from … (8 comments)
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real estate: Tips for making a "dated" home more saleable! - 05/10/07 12:19 PM
Some cost effective ways to update your home, making it more saleable:First off, remove clutter! Especially in your kitchen - if you kitchen counters are packed with tons of appliances, buyers will immediate assume you have a severe lack of space - instant turn-off! Put items you don't use daily away, … (7 comments)
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real estate: Are you a cronic assumer? ;) Book recommendation too! - 05/07/07 12:13 AM
I was reading a book tonight, which is really quite interesting. It brings a lot of points up as to human nature. One of which, happens to be assumptions. It points out how it creates really bad communication and kills relationships. This is especially true in sales and marketing, isn't it? … (4 comments)
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real estate: KUDOS to Middletown Police Dept for the Rude Awakening Program! - 05/03/07 11:56 PM
This is a very important program that the officers of Middletown Township police department have been working very hard with. Too many kids are lost to drunk driving accidents because of bad decisions.
For more information on this program, visit http://www.middletownnj.org/Police/ra-history.asp
Rude Awakening History
The Rude Awakening Program has existed in … (0 comments)
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real estate: Agency Relationship Disclosure - how well informed are you about it? - 05/03/07 03:16 PM
I'm usually shocked when I talk to buyers who are working with agents and the buyers have no clue what agency disclosure is. In New Jersey, it's the law that you inform buyers and sellers of this! The biggest thing is knowing when to explain agency relationships. Like at open houses, … (4 comments)
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real estate: How to write Eye-Catching Ads! - 05/02/07 11:34 PM
Ever have brain freeze when trying to create a great ad for that new listing? Maybe this will help! Feel free to add your own!You need a great title, to get attention! Here are some of my favorites!Waterfront RetreatBeach BungalowSeashore BungalowCan you see youreslf living at the Beach?Watch the SunsetsYour Own … (20 comments)
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real estate: YOU as a Product! (The four P's of marketing YOU!) - 05/02/07 10:38 PM
Now, i'm sure we all know the four P's of marketing:ProductPricePlacementPromotionNow, most of us use this method to promote listings, but how many actually use this formula for self-marketing? Lets take a peek at product YOU! Maybe this will get your gears going!You - The Product.How can you improve quality?Have any … (34 comments)
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real estate: 2007 Year To Date Sold Profile for Middletown, NJ - 05/02/07 09:35 PM
Below is the profile for properties that have been sold from January to May 1st, 2007. As you can see, there is no black cloud hanging over the real estate market her in Middletown - things ARE Selling! Only 1 less property sold in 2007 than in 2006! This chart is … (0 comments)
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real estate: Sales and Inventory History of Monmouth County, 2006-2007 - 05/02/07 09:26 PM
Sales and Inventory History
Wednesday, May 02, 2007Category - SingleFamily / PropType: Detached / County: Monmouth--Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed--Copyright: 2007 by the Monmouth County Association of REALTORS® Prepared by JANE HAAS of COLDWELL BANKER RES. BROKERAGE on 5/2/2007 10:23:16 PM … (0 comments)
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real estate: Middletown, NJ, Market Comparison Report - 05/02/07 09:15 PM
Market Comparison Statistics Report
Category - SingleFamily / Area: MID - MIDDLETOWNStatistics for Entire MLS for 2006 to 2007 in the $300,000-600,000 Price RangeA=Active; P=Pending/Under Contract; S=Sold; X=ExpiredInteresting results between this year and last year! … (0 comments)
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real estate: If you want referrals, make it easy for others! - 04/27/07 01:38 PM
In an effort to make it easier for other agents to send me referrals, both within Coldwell Banker or other companys, nationally or internationally, I created referral forms in PDF format that can be downloaded, filled out and faxed to me by my toll-free fax number! I even filled out the … (9 comments)
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real estate: What is there to do in Middletown, NJ - where you can meet people and make friends? - 04/26/07 04:12 PM
Well, a lot of people may mention parks, beaches, etc... but when you work a lot and really just want to get out and have a nice, relaxing time, meeting new people - maybe you play an instrument and just want ot jam with other musicians? Where would you go to … (3 comments)
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real estate: Cakes with liquor flavors! - 04/25/07 09:05 PM
KAHLUA BUNDT CAKE1 pkg. sour cream devils food cake mix3/4 c. oil1 (16 oz.) tub sour cream1 (6 oz.) pkg. chocolate chips4 eggs1/3 c. kahlua1 sm. pkg. vanilla instant puddingMix together above ingredients. Pour into greased Bundt pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 45-50 minutes.BAILEY'S IRISH CREAM CAKE1 c. nuts1 pkg. … (2 comments)
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real estate: Cold Oven Pound Cake with fresh berry topping! - 04/25/07 08:46 PM
Cold Oven Pound Cake
2 sticks butter1/2 c. shortening3 c. sugar3 c. plain flour1 c. milk5 eggs1 tsp. vanilla1 tsp. lemon extract
Cream butter and sugar and Crisco together well. Add eggs one at a time; add flavorings. Add milk alternating with flour (beginning and ending with flour). Set into cold oven … (1 comments)
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real estate: A list of ailing & defunct lenders, and a website... Buyers & Sellers beware? - 04/25/07 12:36 AM
Has anyone seen this site? It's pretty much an eye-opener, how many companies have gone out of business and how many are ailing...http://lenderimplode.com/ Think of all the ways this effects current buyers and sellers... Watch out which companies buyers have pre-approval letters from! How many of you have had to answer … (6 comments)
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real estate: Buyer in the Box - 04/23/07 02:50 AM
How many of you have had buyers who contact you online, never want to talk on the phone, love to get listings emailed to them, but never seem to want to go out to look at the houses? I've had a few of those, and I have to tell you - … (17 comments)
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real estate: ANTIPASTO SALAD WITH DRESSING - 04/22/07 06:54 PM
Another great recipe for Broker's open houses! Also posted in the group: Brokers Open House RecipesANTIPASTO SALAD WITH DRESSING ANTIPASTO SALAD:
1 (16 oz.) can artichoke hearts (drained and sliced)1 c. celery, diced1 stick pepperoni, diced1 c. provolone, diced1/2 c. Mozzarella cheese, diced1/2 c. red onion, diced1/2 c. pitted black olives1 … (7 comments)
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real estate: ORIENTAL CHICKEN SALAD - 04/22/07 06:51 PM
ORIENTAL CHICKEN SALAD 4 breaded chicken breast fillets1 romaine heart1 1/2 c. coleslaw mix (or finely shredded cabbage)1/3 c. toasted almond slivers or slices (blanched almonds)1/2 c. chow mein noodles
Dressing:
1/3 c. vinegar1/2 c. sugar3/4 tsp. salt1 tsp. dry mustard1 tsp. horseradish1/4 c. spanish onion, diced1 c. canola oil
Cook … (2 comments)
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real estate: Cold Pasta Salad & Vinaigrette - 04/22/07 06:48 PM
COLD PASTA SALAD 1 lb. pasta, cooked & drained1 cup Italian salad dressing or vinaigrette1 tablespoon Salad Supreme seasoning3 tomatoes, chopped2 cucumbers, chopped1 1/2 red onions, chopped2 green peppers, chopped
Combine all above ingredients into a very large bowl and marinate overnight. Put a lid over your bowl. Serve cold.
VINAIGRETTE
1/2 tsp … (2 comments)
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real estate: 2 Homes in Riggins, Idaho for sale for $293,000 and $160,000 (Posting for a freind) - 04/18/07 11:02 AM
Posting this to help spread the word for a freind - they have 2 houses for sale in Idaho, these are the listings...If you have anyone, have them contact http://www.heathrealty.com/ Heath Realty at Box 398, Riggins, ID 83549, (208) 628-3322 - e-mail: vheath@frontiernet.net, Toll Free: 1-877-628-3300Both house photos are on http://www.heathrealty.com/residential/index.html as … (4 comments)
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real estate: Crunchy Brittle bars - DELICIOUS! - 04/16/07 02:54 PM
Crunchy Brittle bars - DELICIOUS!Prep time is about 10 Minutes
35 Saltine Crackers½ Cup (1 stick) butter or margarine½ Cup firmly backed light brown sugar1 pkg Bakers Semi-Sweet Baking Chocolate, chopped1 Cup chopped walnuts
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place crackers in a single layer on foil-lined 15x10 inch baking pan.
Heat butter and … (0 comments)
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real estate: Outrageous Brownies - 04/16/07 02:45 PM
Outrageous Brownies
1 pound unsalted butter
1-pound semisweet chocolate chips -- (2 2/3 cups)
12 ounces semisweet chocolate chips -- (2 cups)
6 ounces bitter chocolate
6 extra-large eggs
3 tablespoons instant coffee granules
2-tablespoons pure vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups sugar
1 1/4 cups flour
1-tablespoon baking powder
1-teaspoon salt
3-cups walnuts -- chopped
Preheat oven to 350F. Butter and flour … (1 comments)
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real estate: Delicious and easy Key Lime Pie - 04/16/07 02:42 PM
Key Lime Pie
Crust: 1 1/4 c Graham cracker crumbs 2 T granulated sugar 1/3 c butter, melted and cooled
With fork, mix sugar into crumbs. Add melted butter and combine until well mixed. Press onto the bottom and sides of a 9" pie tin.
Bake the shell in the middle … (3 comments)
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real estate: Dessert Quickies! - 04/16/07 02:37 PM
Dessert Quickies!
Under 30 hour to make and no bake!
Mousse Cups
All can be used with either chocolate cups (recipe below) or puff pastry cups
Chocolate Raspberry
1 package chocolate mousse mix made as directed, then refrigerated about 15 minutes before using
Melt 1 bar Cadbury dark chocolate and spoon just a thin layer in bottom … (0 comments)
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real estate: Edible Garden - veggies with great presentation... - 04/16/07 02:35 PM
Edible Garden
Find a basket that could look like a small window box
Insert floral foam in bottom tightly
Cut a flat of wheat grass (available at some health food stores, just call around) to fit basket and line basket with it (sometimes I use Kale cut in half and placed in a … (1 comments)
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real estate: Honey Shortbread - 04/16/07 02:32 PM
Honey Shortbread
1 c Butter1/3 c Honey1 tsp Vanilla2-1/2 c Flour
Preheat oven to 300 degrees. In large bowl, with electric mixer at medium speed, beat butter, honey and vanilla until light and fluffy. Add flour, 1 cup at a time, beating well after each addition (if dough becomes to stiff, knead in … (0 comments)
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real estate: Sugar Free Cheese Cake - 04/16/07 02:31 PM
This is a great one for times when it seems that everyone is dieting, usually just before Spring/Summer!
Sugar Free Cheese Cake
Ingredients
• 16 ounces of cream cheese • 12 packets of sugar substitute or to taste • 2 cups of heavy cream, whipped • 1 tsp vanilla extract or lemon extract• … (0 comments)
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real estate: Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies - 04/16/07 02:22 PM
Peanut Butter Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
In small bowl combine:
2 c oatmeal2t baking soda½ t salt1 c all purpose flour
In large bowl cream:
1 Stick (1 cup) butter flavor Crisco1 Cup Chunky Peanut Butter1 c brown sugar¾ c sugar2 eggs1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract (I almost always use Madagascar vanilla - they always … (0 comments)
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real estate: Mexican Smothered Chicken - 04/16/07 02:19 PM
Jane's Mexican Smothered Chicken
*4 chicken breasts, cooked with quesadilla mix and salsa (mild, medium or spicy - whichever you prefer) - shred mixture and coolShredded Mexican cheeseSour cream8-inch flour tortillasRefried beans
In an 8-inch spring form pan, layer tortillas with chicken mixture, cheese, sour cream and black beans. Top layer should be … (5 comments)
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real estate: Chocolate-Espresso Chip Cookies - 04/16/07 02:17 PM
Jane's Chocolate Chip Cookies!
• 2 Cups Butter
• 2 Cups Sugar
• 2 Cups Brown Sugar
• 4 Eggs
• 2 tsp. Vanilla
• 2 tsp Maple Flavoring
• 4 Cups Flour
• ** 5 Cups Blended Oatmeal
• 2 tsp. Baking Soda
• 2 tsp. Baking Powder
• 1 tsp. Salt
• 1 8 oz. Espresso chocolate bar from Paul Newman, … (1 comments)
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real estate: More Broker's Open House Treats! (you'll get hungry reading this!) - 04/16/07 01:47 PM
More brokers open house recipes!Sugar Free Cheese Cake
Ingredients
• 16 ounces of cream cheese • 12 packets of sugar substitute or to taste • 2 cups of heavy cream, whipped • 1 tsp vanilla extract or lemon extract• Optional: No-sugar fruit spread and/or sliced fruit
With a mixer, blend the cream cheese … (5 comments)
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real estate: Digital Image Tips: - 04/16/07 01:40 PM
Digital Image Tips:
Understanding image resolution is the key to good images. Here are a few rules to help you get the best image quality you can.
1. Digital images are made up of pixels
Think of image resolution as the density of pixels in your image. The more dense it is, … (16 comments)
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real estate: Tips for preparing a home for a photo shoot and/or virtual tour - 04/16/07 01:28 PM
I have photographed over 1500 homes and created hundreds of virtual tours. This is a basic list of what home owners REALLY need to know BEFORE a home is photographed! Preparation is key to great photos! These same times can be used for Open Houses as well!
Enjoy!
Tips for preparing your home … (8 comments)
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real estate: What do you REALLY do for your clients??? I mean REALLY.... - 04/15/07 02:22 AM
Do you make a list of all the things you do for your clients, whether buyers or sellers - or make a full list of how much money you actually spend on every little thing you do? Sit down and really think about this - next time you go for a … (26 comments)
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real estate: Useful Tips from the Gadget Girl! - 04/11/07 02:38 PM
Go go Gadget! Useful tips for everyone! FREE Programs that are great too! Lately, there have been some nasty viruses, spyware, adware and other malicious web-based trixters that are annoying, to say the least! They slow down your computer, can do crazy things like render your cd burner useless, or try … (43 comments)
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real estate: What triggers buying behavior? - 04/10/07 08:27 PM
You've got your impulse buyers - i've had those, they love to make offers and write contracts - but... sometimes they pull out of the deal before the end of the attorney review. Ugh. Sometimes you take them out for a month to see tons of houses... then you get that … (7 comments)
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real estate: Brokers Open Houses... TREATS! - 04/09/07 06:02 PM
What do you love to serve at Broker's Open Houses?
I love to cook and come up with some great recipes!
I always keep mini philo cups in my freezer for really quick appetizers on the fly. They can be filled with anything from chicken salad and topped with a thin slice of … (20 comments)
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real estate: Creating Value when listing a property - 04/08/07 09:20 AM
Things that affect a home's value in a competitive market:
MARKET
Knowledge & Expertise of your RealtorPhotos + real Virtual Tour = ExposureGetting qualified buyers into the homeKnowing your competition and being competitive with themWhat advertising locations works best for the home - (online, offline, open houses, etc)LOCATION
Fixed area, can't move the locationLocation … (6 comments)
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real estate: Mistakes, Questions & Conversation Starters with prospects! - 04/05/07 11:33 PM
I am creating a Q&A list for packets to give to buyers and sellers along with my area information newsletter, and I'm trying to make a list of common mistakes and how to avoid them, but first figuring out the mistakes. Do you see any I missed, that you would add? I happen to … (27 comments)
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real estate: Your Professional Housing Prediction? The media's mixed signals - 04/05/07 12:37 PM
The REAL Deal - in your neck of the woods!So what do you all predict for the market in your area - both in new homes and resale. As i'm sure you've noticed, the media seems to change their outlook on a weekly, if not daily basis. Lenders are getting a … (3 comments)
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real estate: Gorgeous Custom Home with Waterviews, Atlantic Highlands, NJ - 04/04/07 11:43 PM
I will be hosting an open house at 95 Ocean Blvd, Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07712 on Sunday, April 15th from 1-4PM!Come see this spectular home boasting waterviews from every window of NYC! Nearby is the ferry to NYC, a great town with restaurants, theaters and more! You'll want to buy this house … (9 comments)
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real estate: Staging - it works! Many thanks to Phyllis Pafumi! - 04/04/07 02:08 PM
Just thought I would share with everyone what a difference staging makes in pictures and a virtual tour!BEFORE:http://ts.rtvpix.com/tour/RE/tour.view.new.php?utl=RE-8890-354BXC-02AFTER: http://ts.rtvpix.com/tour/RE/tour.view.new.php?utl=RE-7520-MZ664G-03 I'll let you know how it does in showings - this is my mother's listing that I did the photos and virtual tour on. ;)I'm sure Phyllis can tell you all she … (11 comments)
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real estate: Do you have a PDA? - 04/02/07 08:55 PM
Okay, trying this again. I posted something about PDAs and it never posted! lolHow many of you use PDAs and which ones to you use? I need to get a new one since mine went kapoot, but there are so many out there now, i'm not sure which one to get. … (23 comments)
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real estate: Location Location Location! - 03/31/07 09:21 PM
Since we sell more than just a house, we sell the location too - how do you promote your area? I came up with a few ideas that I use to promote location and myself at open houses and online to attract buyers. We do have to establish ourselves as area … (12 comments)
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real estate: SAFETY! How do you stay safe with strangers? - 03/22/07 12:56 AM
Lets say your on desk, answering incoming calls from potential buyers and someone wants to see a vacant property. You've never worked with the person before and although they sound nice enough, the hair stands up on the back of your neck with a warning! Whats a girl to do? You could … (13 comments)
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