I've just listed a townhouse in Woodland Place, Rockland, Ma. This area has it's own private charm while being close to Route 3 and 228. It is a spacious end unit townhouse with plenty of closet space. This townhouse has new carpeting and is newly painted. The living room has a cathedral ceiling, skylights and fireplace. 1st floor den. Deck off first floor. Master suite on the secnd level has full bath and walk in closet. Second bedroom has walk in closet. Pull down access to attic area. New vanity in 2nd floor full bath. You can enjoy the tennis court and outdoor swimming pool, in season.. This is a pet friendly complex.

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Calling all Realtors. Do you have a Tech Tip to share with your fellow Realtors? We're looking to compile a list of Tech Tips as a free handout atthe Marketing and Technology Fair at PASS (Plymouth and South Shore Realtor Association) . Please send yours to TechTips@QuincyBlogger.com . You will get a credit line in the handout and the thanks of your fellow Realtors. It's OK to RT this.

Yesterday saw a large group of Massachusetts Realtors converge on Beacon Hill to meet with their local legislators to discuss real property issues.   One point of this event, that is overlooked or not given enough emphasis, is the full role of the Realtors.

 As one may expect, the Realtors are there at the State House to highlight the point of view on potential legislation from the Real Estate Professional's perspective.   The Realtors are also carrying another banner with them, that of every consumer in the state who will be effected by real property issues.

No one else is there to recommend higher education requirements for real estate licensees, to ask that additional state taxes not be put on property owners when they sell, not impose new state taxes on private property owners when the rent out their home or an apartment, protect landlords and tennants property in an eviction situation.

 

 

 

 

One of the best presentations on personal branding, was made by Dan Schawbel at the MAR Technology Fair.  At 25, Dan is a master of a skill we all need as real estate professionals. Check his blog http://personalbrandingblog.com

It was good news that we received this past week about our local real estate market.  Although both the nation and statewide trends still show negative numbers, we're in one of those areas that is defying the trend.  Our local area of Quincy, Milton, Hingham had sales increases in January, along with parts of Suffolk and Plymouth Counties. 

Not only have the agents in our office, Century21 Annex Realty, been reporting more activity, but so has our affiliated real estate school.  Enrollment in Annex Real Estate School has also picked up since the beginning of the year.  This has been especially true of the pre-licensing class that prepares students for the Massachusetts Real Estate Salesperson exam.

 

Well, it's such a short title for a Blog Post: e-PRO.  This past weekend I finished the e-PRO Course online, passed the final exam, and was approved  for the designation.  I don't mind bragging, a little, as this was something I real wanted to get. 

Having spent many years at my first career in elelctrical engineering, I have had mixed feelings about the technology that I have seen being used and abused in real estate.  So, when the position of Chairperson opened up for the Marketing and Technology Committee at my local Association of Realtors, I thought about volunteering.  I have already been on this  committee as a member, since it's inception.  Once I decided to volunteer to Chair the committe, I also resoved to take the course.  I went to hear Saul Klein's presentation on the benefits of the e-PRO Program.  I was convinced that I would have a real professional advantage by taking the course.  My deadline was this coming March15th and I made it.  So can you! And if you would like to see my certificate, you can click here: And, if you want to learn more about taking the course, here's a link to my referral site 

Annex Real Estate School has listed the February thru May schedule for Real Estate License Classes to prepare for the Massachusetts state Real Estate Salesperson examination. There is also a February, Massachusetts Real Estate Brokers Class for those persons who are already licensed Real Estate Salespersons. (See more info below). Do not be misled by offerings of online courses or other options to get your license in Massachusetts. In order to qualify to take the state examination to become a Massachusetts Licensed Real Estate salesperson, you must first take 24 hours of classsroom instruction that follows the state curriculum. Your instruction must be given by an Approved instuctor working for an Authorized school at an appoved location. Also, unless you are a Massachusetts attorney or you are already licensed as a broker in another state, you must first become a Salesperson and gain experience working for a Broker before you can go for your Broker license. You can read some information about this at this ONE PAGE EXPLANATION or go directly to the About page on the website of Annex Real Estate where there is information on getting started on your real estate career. You will find Applications under the HIGHLIGHTS column. Questions? Call the Schools direct line 617-773-2576. If we are unable to take your call, please leave your number and let us know what is a good time to contact you. If you prefer, you can always email the Registrar at the email link at the top of this posting. Class availability depends upon enrollment. Class sizes are kept small to assure class quality. Pre-enrollment is a must. For licensed Real Estate Salespersons: If you are looking for that small class where you can learn the material for the Brokers exam, while networking in the environment of an active real estate environment, call 617-773-2576 NOW, as the class is about to start. Annex Real Estate School is conveniently located in Quincy, near the Wollaston T stop on the Red Line. Annex Real Estate School 49 Beale Street Quincy, MA 02170 617-773-ALSO (2576)

Some time ago I wrote that at Annex Real Estate School, we were running classes for Boston Red Sox Fans. Because we are located in Quincy, Massachusetts, this would be a good time to invite New England Patriot fans to take a Massachusetts Real Estate License Class.

The Patriots got to where they are by getting good training and by practicing at their game. If you want to be good at real estate, the same is true!

At Annex Real Estate School we run pre-licensing classes to prepare for the Massachusetts state examination. The classes are taught by experienced real estate brokers who are also approved by the state to be real estate instructors. The classes are taught in the environment of an active real estate office. Not only do the students get a good education in preparation for the exam, but also benefit from the real knowlege and background of the instructors.

Another difference at Annex Real Estate School is the classroom text material. At Annex Real Estate, two professional textbooks, published by Dearborn Publishing, are used in the lessons. These texbooks represent the most up to date material.Two textbooks are used. The first book, Modern Real Estate Practice, is used to study for the General portion of the examination. The other book, Massachusetts Real Estate:Practice and Law, is the study material for the Massachusetts state section of the examination.

If you know of anyone who is interested in getting their license, have them call the school at 617-773-ALSO (2576) or email the register at AnnexRealEstateSchool. You can also have them check out the website of the SCHOOL .
On the "ABOUT page, there is a brief explanation of the licensing process. Just like the New England Patriots, you can be a winner. Learn the rules of the game, practice, and win!

Added January 30, 2008
The school has just announced a Massachusetts Real Estate Brokers License Class. This class is scheduled for the second week in February. There isn't an application form yet, but you can call direct to 617-773-2576 or email to the school REGISTRAR
This class has already started to fill up!

Last weekend, we were very busy teaching a Massachusetts Real Estate Salesperson pre-licensing class at Annex Real Estate School in Quincy, Massachusetts.   Of course, the Patriots game on Sunday was on most everyone's mind.  Well the Patriots came thru for us and so did the class.  As they were leaving on Sunday evening, we all felt good about the class we had completed as well as the score on the game!

Now, this coming weekend, January 26 and 27, we will be running two days of Continung Education Classes.  In Massachusetts, in order to maintain their license in the Active status, all Real Estate Brokers and Salespersons must take 12 hours of Continuing Education in the two year period between license renewals.  (Massachusetts Attorneys, who may be licensed as Real Estate Brokers, are exempt from the continunig education requirement).

 

  

If this is a good time to purchase Real Estate, then it is also a good time to get into a real estate career.  That is why we still see new students who are studying to become licensed Real Estate Salesperson, and current Salesperson licensees who want to become Real Estate Brokers.  Like the number of sales, the number of candidates is also down. But, we see a different attitude on the part of today's student.  Todays students are more enthusiastic about the field and plan to be in it for some time.  As a consequence, there are still students for a quality class.

Please do not hesisitate to foward the information here to a friend or an acquataince who are interested in becoming a licensed Salesperson in Massachusetts or want that extra somthing by getting their Brokers license.

Annex Real Estate School announces two Accelerated Classes for December. An intensive Weekend Massachusetts Real Estate Salesperson Class starts Friday evening, November 30th, 5:30 to 9:30 pm. The class then continues Saturday and Sunday, December 1 and 2, from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, both days. Students must attend all 24 hours of class to qualify for the Massachusetts state Real Estate Salesperson Examination. The cost of the Saleperson course is only $200, including two textbooks. Class availability depends upon registration. Class size will be limited to insure class quality. An intensive Weekend Massachusetts Real Estate Brokers Class starts Friday, December 14, 9:00 am to 7:00 pm. The class then continues Satuday and Sunday, December 15th and 16th, 9:00 am to 7:00 pm, both days. Students must attend all 30 hours of class to qualify for the Massachusetts state Real Estate Brokers Examination. This class is intended for Massachusetts licensed Real Estate Salespersons who wish to advance their career to the next level. The cost of the Brokers course is only $250, including three textbooks. Class availability depends upon registration. Class size will be limited to insure class quality. For more information or to requst an Application call 617-773-2576 ext 18, or email December Weekend Sales Class You can Download a December Salesperson Class Application or December Weekend Brokers Class You can Download a December Brokers Class Application Annex Real Estate School is conveniently located in Quincy, MA near the Wollaston T stop on the Red Line. View Larger Map Annex Real Estate School 49 Beale Street Quincy, MA 02170