real estate trainer: Listing Agents - Low Ball Offers Where Exactly Would You Like Negotiations To Begin?
- 09/21/10 02:22 AM
There is always a conversation going on about low ball offers, and many times listing agents feel the buyers agent did not do their job in presenting the facts. If you have ever worked with investors you know...they would submit what one would refer to as a low ball offer..for some reason low ball offers never bothered me... as a matter of fact, I call it, the start of negotiations and its something that probably has occurred since the inception of real estate.
Low Ball Offers - The Starting Point Low ball offers have never offended me except when they are … (15 comments)
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real estate trainer: Be Careful of Nigerian Scams-Consumers Beware-Many Scams!
- 05/09/10 10:38 AM
"A DeBary woman was arrested after a Volusia County Sheriff's Office investigation found that she participated in a Nigerian check-cashing scheme that defrauded at least 15 victims of $26,835, sheriff's spokesman Gary Davidson said Saturday." Daytona News Journal Read the full story here.
OK so you read right and many will have something to say to those that fell prey to these scam artists. The truth is not everyone is tech savvy or spend hours on end online or in their email. Some folks might be desperate or in a desperate situation and lo and behold their prayers are answered. Money … (14 comments)
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real estate trainer: Real Estate Is Technical Warfare!
- 04/17/10 04:53 AM
Creating your place on the web is extremely important...finding your voice...your favorite places to socialize....consistency....and the time spent is crucial too. Many people on the net are the Curious George type. At least I can speak for myself....when I am looking to purchase something...I don't just run to one site...I look around...and the site I select...is not based on domain name...or the first site I come across...I got to get that warm....fuzzy feeling...no not girlie but a comfort...based on information..and content found on the site...I want to see ratings...I want to see guarantees...I want to feel the trust through the world … (63 comments)
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real estate trainer: Sorority Life | Mafia Wars | Farmville | These Players Could Be Your Next Big Deal!
- 03/17/10 03:47 AM
I just read an interesting article about social media and social media games. While many complain that feeds on Facebook are loaded with such fun..that some believe it can ruin your business. I think you are wrong. Here is a different perspective from someone who loves online games!
Sorority Life | Mafia Wars | Farmville | These Players Could Be Your Next Big Deal! Many assume those who play are people who have nothing better to do..or maybe housewives | students | slackers | time wasters...I've heard it all but the reality is...
People who play Facebook games probably love … (13 comments)
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real estate trainer: Original Prelisting Presentation Sample | Makeover2Takeover Winning Pre-Listing Presentation | FREE Powerpoint Templates
- 03/07/10 03:03 AM
An odd thing happened this morning as I was sipping my coffee and preparing to work...all of a sudden I had and usual number of requests for the pre-listing template, the sample and format Jeannette and I used for the makeover2takeover.
I couldn't figure out why until just a few minutes ago...when I recieved the Activerain newsletter..it doesn't surprise me as I get at least 5 requests everyday...so today...I am going to post the links of where you can get both the sample and the actual presentation which kept us in the top 3 of the Activerain Makeover2Takeover contest.
I cannot … (0 comments)
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real estate trainer: Do People Get Lost In Your Words?
- 01/25/10 09:18 PM
Are you a Google analytics user? If not you should be. How can you gage the success of your website and blogs if you do not understand their effectiveness or better yet what is your intent and what do you want as your end result? Readers...subscribers...$$$$$....Do people get lost in your words?
What I mean by this is the time spent on your site and where the heck are they going after they are filled with your words...do people take action? Meaning...maybe view MLS listings | request a cma or contact you via email or phone? Do they buy a … (44 comments)
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real estate trainer: Isn't Daytona A Real Word? Not According To Spell Check
- 12/07/09 11:03 PM
Spell check has really changed in the past few years...you can find terms such as Google, Facebook and ActiveRain all in spell check...that's nice...but I have two questions.
Can ActiveRain Add Words To Spell Check? I ask this because I rely on spell check heavily...not because I can't spell...alright...sometimes I miss a letter or two.... Can I use the excuse that I type fast?
Ha...I'm going to! :) Which leads me to the second question...
Why isn't Daytona included? There are over 3,330,000 Google searches for Daytona and sometimes when I type at the speed of lightening I spell it … (12 comments)
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real estate trainer: Where Is The Daytona Beach Post Office?
- 10/30/09 04:03 AM
Are you on vacation in Daytona Beach Florida or maybe attending one of our awesome events..maybe you want to drop off a post card or ship some of your soveniers in advance...you are probably wondering where in the heck is the closest Greater Daytona Beach Area Post Office?
Look no further..listed below are the locations of the United States Post Offices in the Daytona Beach Area.
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real estate trainer: A Lack Of Professionalism
- 10/26/09 03:38 PM
Right now I am working with a couple..well...a couple would be stretching the truth...OK..let me rephrase and say they were once a couple but no longer married...a divorced man and woman...utilizing the same attorney.
Sounds fine right? Nope its trouble...the attorney is a personal friend of one of the parties...there are parents involved...it probably was ugly...the divorce that is. It's clear by the conversations I have had...I'm speculating...but in this instance...I was right.
This lovely couple is placing their property into short sale...the attorney requested all info for the short sale package...one of the parties felt uncomfortable providing the information needed...you … (23 comments)
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real estate trainer: I'm REALLY P@$%$D! You Don't Like What I Have To Say Sue Me!
- 09/01/09 09:45 AM
I spend a lot of time on the phone with banks..I have heard horror story after horror story with Bank of America...all you have to do is Google it and you will see that in many cases Short sales and Loan Modifications are taking a very long time.
I'm Really P@$%D! You don't like what I have to say....sue me! BANK OF AMERICA I AM CALLING YOU OUT! I've read here that some have closed a few and pretty quickly..I have a short sale in progress since May 27Th..good for you getting these babies closed but I wonder?
Did you have … (20 comments)
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real estate trainer: How Frequently Do You Change Your Avatar?
- 07/07/09 01:19 AM
I come from the old school of marketing...where branding and consistency is extremely important...familiarity is the point of the consistency...I wonder does that include avatars?
A few days ago...someone said to me...that maybe I should change my avatar..its been a year and I admit..I look very different...all it took was the hair to grow and for me to get a deep tan.
When I think of marketing... I believe in consistency...I believe in familiarity...and so does the consumer...
Plain and simple its called branding..like McDonalds or even CENTURY 21.
Just wondering How frequently do you change your avatar and … (25 comments)
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real estate trainer: The Misconception of Wealth
- 05/02/09 05:08 AM
Many real estate companies are changing the way they do business...doors closing..models being changed...to stay alive in 2009.
The Broker's goal is to make a profit..this is their business..they depend on many....based on your word and actions as an agent...built on trust...in hopes to be compensated for the services they provide.
Some brokers require accountability...some brokers foot the bill for agents to make money!
There are many different models and the models and methods will continue to change as long as their are costs involved!
Nothing wrong with that as real estate agents..you must review the same as above … (9 comments)
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real estate trainer: Social Media Requires Balance-Short Cuts Allowed!
- 04/30/09 12:46 AM
I have read so many debates on social media, as a trainer I seem to view things a bit different. While I won't claim to be an expert I can tell you I've made many contacts..generated business and opportunities....and am still consistent and continue to build relationships every single day.
"Blog as I say, Not as I Do" are the words spoken by me at a presentation I gave..while many are impressed with my social media skills..the skills are by far expert...in 3 years time I have been blogging as a trainer.
Key Point Here...Blogging As A Trainer! And I still … (13 comments)
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real estate trainer: I Dreamed A Dream
- 04/15/09 04:16 PM
Have We Become Cynical? A very good lesson in "Don't Judge a Book By It's Cover!" The Surprising Susan Boyle! If you want to feel uplifted and dazzled watch this!
Many valuable lessons as you watch this clip! Enjoy it...I sure did. I might have to watch it again tomorrow morning!
Susan Boyle on Britain's Got TalentUploaded by dwarthy About The Author: Midori Miller is a Real Estate Trainer and writes and develops Daytona Beach Real Estate Training. Midori Miller is a licensed Florida Real Estate Broker, License # BK645709 and an active member of the Daytona Area Association of REALTORS. … (13 comments)
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real estate trainer: Buyer Beware-Listing Agents Should Become Familiar With Their Inventory!
- 04/13/09 11:50 PM
I remember early in my career I had the title company pull title on a unit...supposedly my listing. As we got closer to closing...it was revealed the title company pulled title on the wrong unit! Guess what I paid...and paid heavily. It was my mistake and I admit it...we closed on the correct unit. No harm done...just me being out a couple of hundred dollars..it wouldn't have been so bad but the condo sold for under $20,000.
It was my mistake...I paid..why wouldn't I? Ever call an agent who is so busy getting new listings that they are not aware of … (23 comments)
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real estate trainer: Tips To Get Read and Fed-Visual Beauty
- 04/04/09 03:53 AM
No I am not giving SEO tips but visual beauty tips, not for you as a human but your masterpiece blogs. Everyday I receive emails because many want the big secrets to get featured.. obtaining blog beauty...and growing their readership..I have a few answers but not all of them...and I am here to disappoint a few.... in truth I have no idea..no pull...no understanding when it comes to getting featured!
I do not write for the fellas...I write for my readers...I write for new readers...and I write for me! But I do admit I also write to get featured...featured in your … (54 comments)
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real estate trainer: Wear Your Heart On Your Sleeve-Happy Monday!
- 03/15/09 06:40 PM
The best way to let a customer know how much you appreciate them is to provide service...service that exceeds expectations and not the norm or average! Make it a great selling week! Happy Monday!
About The Author: Midori Miller is a licensed real estate associate with CENTURY 21 Sundance Realty, Real Estate Trainer and Manager . CENTURY 21 Sundance Realty is located in Volusia County with 2 office locations to better serve the public. Daytona Beach andOrmond by the Sea.midorimiller@yahoo.com (386) 453-3236
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real estate trainer: Share Your Best Software-Midori Picks Tune Up Utilities 2009!
- 03/06/09 04:11 AM
Recently I have been working on computers..its always the same old complaints..my computer runs slow..I have registry problems...I need to speed up my connection on the net or get rid of unnecessary files..but what if I told you that there was a software..that could fix these problems and do so much more...would you try it if it were free?
Tune Up Utilities 2009 Well I am going to share with you a tool we use at home and I seem to install it everywhere I go. The computer scientist introduced me to this all in one computer fix software a … (16 comments)
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real estate trainer: Three Strikes You're Out-It's Not Baseball-Its Real Estate And Mortgages!
- 03/03/09 11:20 PM
The listing machine had this problem...when he was referred a customer by a local bank! With pre-approval and the bank handing him the business..it was good enough... the pre-approval letter that is. On closing day..loan denied..little communication...little explanation...little did he know..the buyer was never approved! When he tried to contact the banker...no response.
Strike One Fast forward a few months..our little hot shot...city recommends bank...for a 1st time home buyer..buyer pre-approved..the hot shot skeptical..because the hot shot knew..what happened with the listing machine. Same bank...same loan officer..no approval...no closing..but the hot shot still is working the transaction..
Strike Two Yesterday..one … (19 comments)
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real estate trainer: Now Out of Beta Testing-WorldBlogArchive.COM
- 03/02/09 02:26 PM
Recently I have been beta testing worldblogarchive.com.. Promote your blog by adding your RSS or Atom feed to their archive/aggregator database...it's free, its simple just submit your blogs!
A little note from Greg Davis:
What We Do (list has been expanded thanks to feedback from users like you)
Automatically aggregate articles into primary categories from bloggers around the world. Promote blogs through article linkbacks and blog feed subscription links. Allow blogger to choose what amount of content is shared (ie: all content, only some text, etc.). Display article view counts, "popular articles" and "active bloggers". We do NOT change … (9 comments)
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There is always a conversation going on about low ball offers, and many times listing agents feel the buyers agent did not do their job in presenting the facts. If you have ever worked with investors you know...they would submit what one would refer to as a low ball offer..for some reason low ball offers never bothered me... as a matter of fact, I call it, the start of negotiations and its something that probably has occurred since the inception of real estate.
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