ActiveRain Hits 100,000 Members Today - 07/25/2008 03:38 PM
Today marks a huge milestone for the ActiveRain Community, we finally hit 100,000 members. July 25th, 2008, a day that will go down in history as yet another GREAT "ActiveRAINY" DAY!! Please join us as we welcome ANNA WILSON from Franklin, TN, the lucky and fortunate member to help us … (57 comments)
|
Why I love my deal killer and you should to - 07/25/2008 02:55 PM
"You know I really think that this report is nit picky, alarmist, and just flat wrong," said the message on my answering machine. "Some of the things in here were just uncalled for."
Thanks Jim. Thanks a lot.
Deal killers...the name that real estate agents have given to home inspectors who … (34 comments)
|
10 Good Benefits Consumers Should Consider For Building or Remodeling Green - 07/25/2008 02:12 PM
There is a lot of emphasis these days about building green and thinking green when it comes to our environment and our homes. Here are ten things that homeowners should be aware of when it comes to building or remodeling green.
1. Better quality homes are built when incorporating many of the … (26 comments)
|
My Roofer just got a job from Activerain...I guess I don't know my own strength - 07/25/2008 02:12 PM
My Roofer just got a job from Activerain....no fooling.
About a week ago I wrote a post about a roofing repair company that most of my clients use when in need of a good roofer. He had met with me about a week ago … (31 comments)
|
Using Video to it's fullest! 5-Keys to improve your videos - 07/25/2008 10:19 AM
Video is quickly becoming a more and more popular way of connecting with the public. It is something that is quick to get your point across, keeps the audiences attention, and attracts readers easier.
So, with more and more people entering into video, the importance of doing it right is … (24 comments)
|
Inman's Bloggers Connect Yesterday - Speaking on Panel About Closing Sales from Blogging - 07/25/2008 10:16 AM
Yesterday was a lot of fun - I had the pleasure of being a panelist at Inman's Bloggers Connect in San Francisco and was honored to be surrounded on stage by bloggers I truly respect: Laurie Manny (Long Beach Real Estate Home), Teresa Boardman (St Paul Real Estate Blog) and Linda … (15 comments)
|
Kim Wood | Makeover2Takeover Contestant Cries on Stage - 07/25/2008 10:13 AM
I thought it would be good to hear from me. Especially after a friend of mine Tweeted yesterday,
"@KimWood near tears on stage"
What an awesome Makeover2Takeover Contest!
Rewarding, Stressful
My business gets made over
Thank you, ActiveRain
I didn't cry because Missy & I … (23 comments)
|
Are YOU Setting Healthy Boundaries With Your Clients & Peers? - 07/25/2008 10:05 AM
Believe it or not, there is a name for people pleasers. The ones who do not know how to be straightforward and only tell people what they want to hear. They let OTHER people dictate how they 'should' feel about a certain situation and under certain circumstances allow others be the … (60 comments)
|
Shannon's Real Estate Connect Recap - 07/25/2008 10:02 AM
Here are my top 10 most notable points of Inman Connect through my eyes.
10. Social Media is the new "Big Thing": Not that I'm unfamiliar with social media. I'm familiar. I just wasn't as wired in about social media as I probably should be. For example, I've had a … (33 comments)
|
REBarCamp San Francisco - 5 Social Networks for Real Estate Agents - 07/24/2008 03:58 PM
Blogging from ReBarCamp in San Francisco... 120+ participants, lots of energy, networking, great conversations on a variety of topics (from Foreclosures 2.0 to everything blogging and social networks).
An informative and thought-provoking session entitled: "What are the 5 Social Networks Every Agent Should Participate In?" brought out some key points … (31 comments)
|
