western massachusetts: Logoease....Really Easy and Really FREE! - 07/10/08 06:28 AM
***thanks to Tasia Fauntleroy for her post which included a tip to this site, see her blog at: http://activerain.com/blogsview/581862/Free-That-s-the***
So on the advice of fellow ActiveRainer, I went to several freebie sites to see what they had to offer. Since joining AR, the freebies have been one of my favorite things
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western massachusetts: Thank You Gift Idea for Clients, Not Free But Affordable! - 07/09/08 10:57 PM
I have been using VistaPrint for years for business cards, but recently they added a lot of new products and I decided to give them a try. I started by designing a T-shirt that I bring to my new listings as a thank you gift.
I leave that at the
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western massachusetts: American Lifstyle Magazine....Just Joined Up, Anyone Tried This? - 07/03/08 09:47 AM
My business partner, Jeremie and I just joined this marketing company to send free subscriptions of this magazine to our clients and business partners. While not free to us, it seems like a nice way of keeping your information in front of people in a low key and accessible way.
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western massachusetts: Cell Signs Marketing Listings to the Smart Phone User - 06/27/08 10:05 AM
I found this company through Active Rain and did some research then decided to try them out. You add a sign rider with texting information and when a potential buyer texts they can request a showing, request a phone call, view interior photos and even have a feature sheet emailed
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western massachusetts: One, Two-Squidoo! - 05/21/08 10:39 AM
I Squidoo, do you?
Just joined and created my first lens at: http://www.squidoo.com/lesleyrealtor
I am so new to all these linking and SEO opportunities, but this one was super easy to implement and I hope will drive activity to my links and increase the Google Juice.
Anyone having luck with this?
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western massachusetts: Subprime Lender Recommendations? - 05/20/08 12:50 PM
I know that the subprime, stated income products have dried up, but I find myself in a situation where I need to find a lender for my own less than attractive loan. Has anyone had any recent experience with a lender who offers these products in MA or on a national
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western massachusetts: 39 Day Avenue, Westfield, MA ***Just Listed!*** - 05/13/08 01:10 PM
MLS #: 70759838
$264,500!
Energy efficient, beautifully renovated & restored Victorian on a tree lined street from yesteryear. Gorgeous woodwork throughout, pellet stove, replacement windows, newer heating/plumbing/electric. Modern kitchen & baths retain an authentic decor & finished walk-up attic is a terrific flex space. Beautiful outside & on the inside
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western massachusetts: Disabilty Insurance Anyone? - 05/02/08 10:21 AM
As I embark on re-planning my life, I am thinking that I really need to get my hands on some disability insurance. I thought to myself, who better to ask than the wonderfully intelligent crowd on AR? Do any of you carry this and if so...how did you choose your plan? Like all
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western massachusetts: It Was the Worst of Years, It Was the Best of Years - 04/24/08 12:54 PM
The Best of Years, The Worst of YearsWow, has it been one heck of a ride since a year ago April. Last spring I was less than six months back into my real estate career after a 3 year maternity leave. I had been managing a company for over a decade
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western massachusetts: What's Gonna Work? TEAMWORK! - 04/22/08 01:42 PM
Any of you with young children (mine are 7 and 3) know that line from the Wonderpets program. It is a wonderful message for young and old alike and one that I like to bring into my business plan. I worked for over a decade as a manager of a family
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western massachusetts: ***17 Laurel Avenue, Westfield, MA MLS#70698393*** - 04/22/08 01:27 PM
Terrific listing, view the report at: http://www.usamls.com/showProperty/property/115463 A wonderfully immaculate ranch style home setting on the south side of Westfield awaits the right new family! Set on beautifully landscaped grounds with a screened in sunporch for warm weather enjoyment. Newer roof, vinyl siding, replacement windows...easy on the maintenance. Be in in time
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western massachusetts: A Tale of Two Pods or: Closing my Own Home - 04/22/08 12:56 PM
So, I finally got my own home in Westfield, MA sold, the cooperating agent is totally terrific, the buyers love the house and can't wait to get in...now the only thing left is for me to get OUT! PODS to the rescue! After researching the moving options in Western Massachusetts I order
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western massachusetts: Spring Cleanup, Western Massachusetts Start Your Engines! - 04/11/08 10:15 AM
WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS... get ready to see those spring flowers! The snow is gone, the trees are budding, the bulbs are emerging and it is time to get your gardens ready for the show. We had a late leaf fall last year, so if you are anything like me, your gardens still have
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western massachusetts: Selling In A Buyer's Market - 03/27/08 05:27 AM
Yes, it is a buyer's market, but that doesn't mean that you can't successfully sell your home for fair market value. Top Ten Tips For Selling Your Home In A Buyer's Market Aggressive Pricing. This is a discussion that we as REALTORS dread in this market, because we know our job is
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western massachusetts: The Home Buyer's Guide To Credit - 03/20/08 12:49 PM
The Home Buyer's Guide to CreditA tutorial on credit reports and credit scores, created specifically for home buyers. Brought to you by the Credit Center at HomeBuyingInstitute.com. Table of Contents So now that you know how to request your credit report, let's talk about the information you will find inside it. What's In Your
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western massachusetts: Spring Has Sprung in Western Massachusetts! - 03/19/08 12:28 PM
Those of us in the Northeast look to spring in a reverent, inspiring way. We trudge through the snow, slush, mud and endure the cold, rain and snow with the promise of better weather on the horizon. Western Massachusetts is gearing up for Spring with lots of fun events for everyone...get
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western massachusetts: The Sky Is Falling! The Media as Chicken Little - 03/07/08 09:03 AM
The talking heads will tell you: "The sky is falling, the sky is falling!" Raise your hand if you are tired of tuning into the media only to be subjected to the dramatization of the housing market! While it is true that the market has shifted and many areas have been impacted
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