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Do you compete with your Broker? - 01/29/09 12:51 AM
Do you compete against your Broker? In some companies, management is not allowed to compete against their agents for buyers and sellers. That is fine, and I can understand on the surface why this might appear to be a good idea. However, if many ways it may actually be a disadvantage.
Here is why ....
1) A broker who competes in today's market is not wasting your money on non-effective marketing techniques like the newspaper. Why should any money you earn from selling homes that goes back to the company be spent on non-effective marketing.
2) A broker who competes in today's market is looking for NEW … (5 comments)
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Omaha Safety Alert - 01/27/09 02:15 PM
I would like to thank Connie Watts with Prudential Ambassador for sharing this information.
Thanks Connie!
David Matney
Alliance Real Estate
Via Connie Watts - Omaha Homes for Sale / Offutt AFB Homes, Council Bluffs, IA (Prudential Ambassador Real Estate):
This happened this morning to my sister's co-worker so I am posting it help keep you and your family safe. Be alert!
"Hi - I wanted to pass this on ASAP this morning. My mother was at the post office at 84th and Center on Wed. She was in her car. An older woman came up to the car door and was speaking … (1 comments)
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What do you do with household wastes when moving? - 01/26/09 10:54 PM
One of the unforeseen challenges when moving is the proper disposal of household hazardous wastes such as old paint, motor oil, and other household solvents. Residents of Douglas and Sarpy Counties in Nebraska are fortunate enough to have a specialized waste disposal center located at 4001 South 120th St in Omaha, Nebraska.
UnderTheSink.org is specially designed to accept such items as acids, paint thinner, paint, varnish, pesticides and other types of solvents and cleaners. UnderTheSink is owned and operated by the City of Omaha with funding made possible by the Nebraska Environmental Trust, The Peter Kiewit Foundation, Omaha World Herald Foundation … (2 comments)
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Thank you, Susan Ihle of the Omaha Chapter of WCR - 01/26/09 10:10 PM
I would like to thank Susan Ihle of Prudential Ambassador for inviting me to the WCR office liaison breakfast last Thursday. WCR stands for the Women's Council of Realtors. I have been a member of WCR for several years and it really is a fantastic organization and membership is open to ALL Realtors.
Here are just a few reasons why you should consider joining.
Networking with other top agents at monthly luncheons Tuition Reimbursement Transactions go smoother because you know the agent on the other end Discounts on Education Seminars Recruiting Presence Friendships I would go as far as to say that … (4 comments)
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NEW PRICE on 2348 North 62 Street in Benson! - 01/26/09 07:16 PM
2348 N. 62 St.Location: Halcyon HeightsBeautiful 1.5 story on corner lot. Large master bedroom with sitting room. Fantastic woodwork and fenced yard with privacy fence.FeaturesBedrooms: 3Bathrooms: 2Parking Spaces: garageYear Built: 1925Subdivision: Halcyon HeightsLot Size: 6400Garage Size: 1School District: OmahaSquare Footage: 1144Agent Name: David MatneyBroker: Alliance Real Estate MLS #: 20815838InformationContact Information David Matney402-490-6771Contact Reply FormForward to a FriendView Other FlyersPricingPrice: $108,000.00Property Location2348 N. 62 St.Omaha, NE 68104View MapLinksOur Mobile WebsiteVirtual TourOmaha Homes for SaleAttributesAppliancesRange/OvenFull RefrigeratorWasher/DryerExterior AmenitiesFenced YardPhoto GalleryView as SlideshowView Photo Gallery (10 Photos)Powered by vFlyer.com EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITYVFLYER ID: 1797088All information in this site is deemed reliable but is not … (0 comments)
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Send Your Posts to Twitter (and Facebook Too) with EASE! - 01/20/09 02:17 AM
Here is a post by Debe Charlotte and she does a terrific job of walking you through the process of sending your posts to Twitter and Facebook. I found this post thanks to help of Tony Stiles with the Brickkicker who re-blogged her post.
Thanks Debe and Tony!
David Matney, CRS,GRI,e-Pro
Alliance Real Estate
(402) 490-6771
Via Debe Maxwell Charlotte NC Real Estate (Helen Adams Realty):
Send Your Posts to Twitter (and Facebook Too) with EASE! This post is a follow-up to the many emails and comments on my post about communicating with Generation-Y. Believe me, this … (2 comments)
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Paying for Expertise, Working With a Top-Notch Virtual Assistant - 01/20/09 12:38 AM
Many agents always look for ways to cut costs and trim excess fat in a tough market. At the same time agents have to offload non-essential tasks to assistants in order to maximize time spent in front of buyers and sellers. One of the ways to offload these tasks is with an virtual assistant.
A virtual assistant is more than someone who is computer literate who can knock out a checklist on which sites to post. When you work with a Virtual Assistant you also paying for creativity and for their expertise. A top-notch VA stays on the cutting edge of technology, they let … (6 comments)
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Can a drop box be turned into a marketing piece? - 01/19/09 11:16 PM
Earlier I posted and article on promoting your website on the exterior of your building. Here is another idea for promoting your website. Many companies have exterior drop boxes for contracts that are dropped off after hours. (This is a dated practice since it is far more efficient to send the contract via e-mail.)
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Our firm has a dropbox and since most agents now send contracts via e-mail our drop box is now a marketing piece. We are extremely fortunate to be in an office complex with a dentist so we get a steady stream of diverse traffic on the catwalk where our drop box is located. … (7 comments)
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Stunning Omaha Home for Sale! 1518 N. 131 Ave. $269,000 - 01/19/09 03:27 PM
1518 N. 131 Ave.Location: Bryn MawrAbsolutely beautiful home with TONS of curb tons of appeal! Solid Oak Cabinets and oak trim throughout, immaculate hardwood floors and professionally decorated walls and window coverings. Eat-in kitchen with fireplace, all appliances including refrigerator. Brick trim highlights inside and out, two-story entry, walk-out basement, EXTENSIVE landscaping, deck and patio. Alarm system, Sprinkler system, & whole house intercom sytem! This home is delightful and move-in ready!InformationContact InformationDavid Matney402-490-6771Contact Reply FormForward to a FriendView Other FlyersPricingPrice: $269,000.00Property Location1518 N. 131 Ave.Omaha, NE 68154View MapLinksOur Mobile WebsiteOmaha Real Estate & Homes for SaleVirtual TourFeaturesBedrooms: 4Bathrooms: 3Parking Spaces: 3Year … (0 comments)
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Hey, Mr. and Mrs. Buyer did you know about this? - 01/18/09 09:21 AM
Imagine if you purchased a home and you were unaware that your agent received a "bonus" that was somehow contingent on the price that you offered and YOU were not aware of it? Here is an example of a incentive that personally gives me heartburn! These are agent remarks in the MLS and not visible to the general public.
As a buyer, you should be aware of any special compensation your agent received. This should be disclosed to you in writing at the time you made the offer. There is nothing wrong with a seller offering an incentive, however it is very important that THE … (8 comments)
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Omaha's Activerain Event a Success! - 01/18/09 12:59 AM
This week the Omaha Area Board of REALTORS Education Committee held its first Activerain Seminar with Brad Andersohn. The response to the event was a resounding success and Nebraska has seen a fury of Activity and a spike in Activerain membership.
As a member of the Education Committee I helped organize the event. Any seminar presents challenges and I learned a great deal helping organize the event. I would like to thank Brad for the tremendous class and for a job well done!
Thanks Brad!
David Matney, CRS,GRI,e-Pro
Alliance Real Estate
(402) 490-6771
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Everything has a web strategy component - 01/17/09 11:42 PM
Almost everything has a web strategy component. I always to keep my "antenna up" for ways to apply a web strategy with two components. The first component is it has to have a long shelf life and the second component is cost effectiveness.
In my opinion, it is almost criminal if your company is located on a busy street and all you have is the company name on the sign. In addition to the name of the company you should incorporate the web address on the sign.
Here is an example of a business called Skatedaze that is doing a FANTASTIC job taking the name … (2 comments)
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What is the value of attending a REALTOR® convention? - 01/17/09 07:46 AM
I would like to re-blog a post written by Donna Stephens of Prudential Ambassador. This is Donna's first post and she gives absolutely excellent advice for anyone attending a state or national convention.
Congratulations Donna!
David Matney, CRS,GRI,e-Pro
Alliance Real Estate
(402) 490-6771
Via Donna J Stephens (Prudential Ambassador):
I have been to Nebraska State Conventions, National Association of REALTORS® Conventions, CRS Sellabrations®, and Prudential's Conventions. I was on the committee that plans the Nebraska REALTORS® Convention for several years and Chaired the Committee in 2001. (Nebraska hosts over 800 REALTORS® at their convention. The cost of the convention is figured … (1 comments)
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I would like to congratulate Marylou Bell with NP Dodge on first post! - 01/16/09 02:49 PM
I would like to congratulate Marylou Bell with NP Dodge on her first post. I am helping "coach" her on her first post here on the network after a fantastic class with Brad Andersohn! Please stop by and say "hello" to Marylou and welcome her to the network!
Keep going!
David Matney, CRS,GRI,e-Pro
Alliance Real Estate
(402) 490-6771
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Tips for Twitter Fans - the Follow Me Button Revealed! - 01/16/09 01:38 AM
Here is a post by Teri Ellis on a simple way to add a cute little Twitter button so folks can follow you on Twitter.
Thanks,
David Matney, CRS,GRI
Alliance Real Estate
Via Mesa, Arizona Real Estate *** Teri Ellis, Broker, ABR,CRS,GRI,ePRO,MRE (Homes Arizona Real Estate LLC):
If you tweet like I do on twitter, there are lots of fun tools you can use. There are follow me twitter buttons, like my little bird at the bottom of my post, and there are lots of fun colors, etc. All you do is: sign on to twitbuttons, type in your … (0 comments)
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Warren Buffett's favorite restaurant in Omaha! - 01/15/09 12:31 AM
Tonight, I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to have dinner with Brad Andersohn, one of Activerain's community builders and several friends at Gorat's Steakhouse in Omaha, NE. Gorat's is an Omaha landmark and Warren Buffett's favorite steakhouse.
Brad is in town to conduct an Activerain and Social Media Marketing Seminar for the Omaha Area Board of Realtors Education Committee. Brad is an extremely busy guy and we appreciate his time for dinner. It is exciting to meet a "rock star" in the Activerain community.
It was neat to talk to Brad and to have him share some of … (7 comments)
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Do consumers even visit ActiveRain? - 01/14/09 09:49 AM
I wanted to share a post written by Jonathan Washburn, CEO of Activerain Corporation. In his post he talks about the amount of traffic and how many Realtors have the false impression that Activerain is strictly a peer-to-peer platform.
This is a perfect primer to our Activerain class which will be at the OABR tomorrow from 9-2 PM.
CLICK HERE for more information on Omaha's Premier Social Networking Event.
See you there!
David Matney, CRS,GRI,e-Pro
Alliance Real Estate
(402) 490-6771
Via Jonathan Washburn (ActiveRain Corp):
I just stumbled upon the comment above that was a part of a post … (0 comments)
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Get Connected at Omaha's Premier Activerain Event! - 01/14/09 09:30 AM
The Omaha Area Board of Realtors Education Committee is holding an Activerain and Social Media Marketing Seminar on THURSDAY - January 15, 2009 from 9-2 PM. The cost is $25 and lunch will be provided.
The seminar will be jammed pack with the latest techniques in social media marketing and how to use it to advance your business. Brad Andersohn, Activerain's very own Community Builder will be in Omaha and anyone interested in learning how to grow their on-line network and business is encouraged to attend.
This is the premier social networking class of the year and the class is almost … (0 comments)
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Here are a few tips for showing homes for new agents - 01/12/09 12:48 AM
Here are a few basic tips for new agents when showing homes.
1) Plan your route and make sure the route makes sense. Print a map to make sure you know where you are going.
2) Read the Agent Remarks in the MLS for specific showing instructions. Even if the home looks vacant, please follow the instructions in the MLS. Many agents still want to know someone is entering the home.
3) Plan your time, when you call to set up the showing give a time period of roughly an hour. Lets say you are showing 3 homes starting at … (2 comments)
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Welcome Active Rain Newbies. Now Learn Your Web 2.0 Fast! - 01/11/09 11:03 PM
I would like to re-blog a post from Lisa Hill. This is a great post for folks who will be attending the upcoming Brad Andersohn/Activerain seminar in Omaha this week who are new to Activerain.
CLICK HERE for more information on Omaha's Activerain Seminar.
See you there and thank you Lisa Hill for a terrific post!
(402) 490-6771
Via Lisa Hill (Daytona Beach Real Estate) (Adams Cameron and Company):
New to Active Rain? Welcome! We love to see new "sprouts" around here. All it takes is a little (Active) Rain before you bloom and flourish. And … (2 comments)
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Activerain and Social Media Seminar in Omaha, NE - 01/10/09 09:35 AM
The Omaha Area Board of Realtors Education Committee is holding an Activerain and Social Media Marketing Seminar on January 15, 2009 from 9-2 PM. The cost is $25 and lunch will be provided. The seminar will be jammed pack with the latest techniques in social media marketing and how to use it to advance your business. Brad Andersohn, Activerain's very own Community Builder will be in Omaha and anyone interested in learning how to grow their on-line network and business is encouraged to attend.
See you there!
Flyer provided by Laura Monroe of CreativeAgentSolutions.com
Thanks,
David Matney, CRS,GRI,e-Pro
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Thank you, Mark Taylor with Alliance Real Estate - 01/09/09 12:18 AM
I would like to thank Mark Taylor of Alliance Real Estate for bringing the buyer to my listing at 2309 Myrtle St in Bellevue, Nebraska. Mark's terrific attitude and and his friendly demeanor truly make Mark one of the most likeable agents I know. I appreciate his professionalism and I look forward to working with him again. Thanks again, Mark!
Sold for $91,000 with 3% seller concessions!
David Matney, CRS,GRI,e-Pro
Alliance Real Estate
(402) 490-6771
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Charming PRE-Inspected Omaha Home!! 3709 N. 65th St. $95,000 - 01/05/09 12:49 PM
3709 N. 65th St.Location: KistlerAbsolutely incredible home located across the street from playground! PRE-INSPECTED and extremely well maintained. This home is suprisingly larger than it looks with lots of storage and a basement that is like a finished basement. Fenced yard, alley access, security system, 9' ceilings and an enclosed porch. This home shows great, is move in ready and a TERRIFIC value!InformationContact Information David Matney402-490-6771Contact Reply FormForward to a FriendView Other FlyersPricingPrice: $95,000Property Location3709 N. 65th St.Omaha, NE 68104View MapLinksOur Mobile WebsiteVirtual TourOmaha real estateFeaturesBedrooms: 4Bathrooms: 1Parking Spaces: 1Year Built: 1913Subdivision: KistlerLot Size: 6072 sq. ftGarage Size: 1School District: OmahaSquare … (0 comments)
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A Tip for Placing Directional Signs! - 01/04/09 06:46 AM
I just listed a home at 3709 N 65 St and part of my marketing plan involves the placement of directional arrows leading potential buyers to the property. When I place a directional arrow, I ask the owner of the home if I can have permission to place the directional sign in their yard.
Today, when I asked permission, he told me that it has been over 10 years since someone has last asked permission to place a directional sign on the property. He really seemed impressed and he thanked me for asking permission and he also asked about the property since I add an … (67 comments)
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Looking at the big picture when buying an investment property - 01/03/09 04:01 AM
Many buyers when purchasing an investment property or a "flip" get tunnel vision and strictly focus on getting a great "deal." However, what you might get is a great "deal" on a property that is tough to rent or perhaps even harder to resell.
Investors have to look at the property through the eyes of the consumer. One example is buying a home on a busy street with no garage or a lack of off street parking. If you purchase such a home you will have to factor in the possibility of installing a driveway or garage construction. This installation can end costing you time on the … (1 comments)
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December's Feedback Winner: CJ Gammel of CBSHome - 01/03/09 03:04 AM
Every month I have a drawing for a $25 gas card for agents who provide feedback on one of my listings. Normally, this "feedback incentive" is determined by a random drawing. However, this month I am going to deviate from this practice and simply nominate a CJ Gammel of CBSHome.
CJ provided OUTSTANDING feedback which helped avoid a potential issue on one of my listings. I would like to thank CJ for her feedback and her professionalism.
Thanks,
David Matney, CRS,GRI,e-Pro
Alliance Real Estate
(402) 490-6771
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