Everett, Washington (The Other Washington) - 10/24/06 11:21 AM
Everett, WA, 25 miles North of Seattle, originally an old mill town, is now an "All American City" with over 97,500 residents. Everett has sister city relationships with Sovetskaya Gavan, Russia; Iwakumi, Japan; and Kligo, Ireland.
Everett is the sixth largest city in the State of Washington and is home to the … (8 comments)
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Leader or Follower - Thought of the Week - 10/20/06 03:38 PM
Which one are you?
I just attended a Leadership Workshop for the Board of Realtos presented by Jim Manke, CAE. Jim was a dynamic presenter and I'd like to share some of his thoughts on leadership with you.
~~~Leading is Not Managing
~~~Leaders have Clear Vision
~~~Leaders have Courage
~~~Leaders are Consistant
~~~Leaders Dream Big
~~~Leaders are … (0 comments)
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REALTOR® vs. Agent - What You Don't Know - 10/20/06 11:27 AM
I was showing properties to an investor the other day. It's interesting the response, or lack thereof, I tried to get from listing agents trying to get information we need to put together an offer.
We visited a condo conversion site - no agent on site there. I called the listing agents, both … (1 comments)
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Affordable Housing in Everett and Snohomish County - 10/19/06 02:50 PM
I just attended a breakfast meeting this morning held by The Housing Consortium of Everett and Snohomish County.
Here are some scary statistics: "It would take close to four waiters, each with a median annual income of $18K, pooling their resources, to afford a single-family home in Snohomish County."
"It would take … (10 comments)
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Now It's Here -- Now It's Not - 10/18/06 07:23 PM
It's the disappering water act. I'm sure you've all been there. Sold a home to a relocation buyer from Colorado. We had our inspection yesterday. Upon arrival at the home there was a very soggy front yard, with water draining down the sidewalk into the street. After walking around to the … (2 comments)
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Wonderful Success - 10/17/06 09:52 PM
RE/MAX Northwest held it's fourth annual RE/MAX CMN Auction and dinner on Friday, October 13, 2006 at the Inglewood Golf Club.
Matt and Caleb were in attendance. We had a sold out crowd of 220 agents, lenders, title people and clients. We grossed over $70,000! When you think of 220 people, most … (5 comments)
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For Pet Lovers - 10/15/06 02:19 PM
I've recently had to put a two year old toy yorkie down for kidney failure. It broke my spirit. He was the happiest dog I've ever had. Always stuck close to me, used to sit on my neck when I was at the computer.
I was cleaning out my "in basket" today … (21 comments)
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Active Rain - 10/15/06 11:34 AM
Well, it seems after a beautiful "Indian Summer" winter has set it.
It's Sunday in Seattle and raining, dark and raining. And when I say raining, it's "Active Raining". We are getting it in buckets.
Oh, well, better that than snow! Besides, looking at it from a positive standpoint, our rain makes everything green … (3 comments)
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Attention Buyers: What is an ABR? - 10/10/06 09:05 PM
What is ABR®?
The Accredited Buyer Representative (ABR®) designation is the benchmark of excellence in buyer representation. This coveted designation is awarded to real estate practitioners by the Real Estate BUYERS AGENT Council (REBAC) of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® who met the specified educational and practical experience criteria. The criteria are:
Completed … (4 comments)
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Take Time for a Soldier - 10/09/06 05:50 PM
Xerox Corporation is sponsoring this site letssaythanks.com. You can send a complimentary printed post card to military personnel stationed overseas to show your appreciation and support for their service to our country. You can chose from many designs; however, you cannot choose who to send it to.
These cards depicting patriotic scenes and hometown images … (7 comments)
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Thought For The Week - 10/08/06 06:10 PM
Years ago when I first made Platinum Club in RE/MAX my husband gave me a plaque that sits on my desk. I don't know who the author is, sorry. but I want to share it with you. This is my mantra and I say it everyday.
DESIRE
"Some succeed because they are destined … (18 comments)
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"I Feel The Earth Move Under My Feet" - 10/08/06 11:03 AM
Did you feel anything, I didn't either. However, residents in East King and Pierce Counties did. There was a 4.5 earthquake 8 miles east of Mt. Rainier last night at 7:35 p.m.
I find that interesting because my dogs were quite restless around that time. It's amazing what they can sense. They … (6 comments)
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Do You Know Where You Are Going? - 10/07/06 06:41 PM
A dear friend of mine shared this story with me and I want to share it with you. Look at your business - do you treat it as a business - are you professional - did you buy a "new suit" - do you know where you are going?
Billy Graham is … (5 comments)
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Buckeye Football - Champions in the Making - 10/07/06 06:12 PM
So another big win for the Buckeyes. Wow what a game. I missed some of it to show homes. So Elaine Reese, grease your buckeye, you'll be headed to Arizona for the big game. We should meet up. My buckeye flag is flying proudly on the porch and my "nuts are … (4 comments)
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Full Service vs. Limited Service - 10/06/06 07:14 PM
As I was preparing my tour today for my relocation buyer, a listing popped up that I thought I might include in my tour. However, when I read it over, I was taken back. It was entered by a limited service broker. Most of the listing information was blank, no diretions … (11 comments)
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