Blogging with Carla - Lorain County, OHIO REALTOR

Medina County Home and Garden Show - March 2009

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 22:57:59 -0500

Medina County Home & Garden Show will be held at the Medina County Community Center (737 W Lafayette Rd, Medina on the fairgrounds) on March 20th & the 21st. Times: Friday, March 20th from 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. and on Saturday, March 21st from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. Admission will be $5 with children ages 12 & under - FREE! Also: Friday is Senior's Day - any senior over age 65 can get in for only $3. Come and catch spring fever while touring through gardens, viewing presentations, with several demonstrations - along with experts available to answer your home & garden needs. For more information, visit http://www.MedinaHomeandGardenShow.com - plus there will be great treats & food!

Grafton Firemen's Festival - Coming up May 2009

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 22:37:00 -0500

Grafton Firemen's Festival on May 21-25th, 2009 at Willow Park, Grafton Ohio. Times are as follows: Thursday & Friday from 6 pm til 11 pm. Saturday & Sunday from 12 noon til midnight. Monday from noon til 8 pm. Come out & enjoy the festivities! There will be fun for everyone!!

For more information, call: 440-926-2075

Lorain County Metro Parks, LaGrange Ohio - Holiday Lights

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 20:09:34 -0600

Lorain County Metro Parks, LaGrange Ohio - Holiday Lights

Once again, Lorain County Metro Parks gives back to the community, presenting the 8th annual "Festival of Holiday Lights", happening NOW through December 30th, 2008*.

Times: 6-9 pm Sunday - Thursday

6-10 pm Friday - Saturday

( *Note: Will be closed on 12-24-08 & 12-25-08 )

Where: Carlisle Visitor Center, 12882 Diagonal Road, LaGrange OH 44050

Enjoy a trail that's decorated for the holidays, plus a tram ride around another trail.

Admission: one non-perishable food item

For more information, call: 1-900-LCM-PARK or (440) 458-5121

North Ridgeville - Senior Health Fair (Free & Open to the Public)

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 20:06:30 -0600

North Ridgeville - Senior Health Fair

All seniors, their children, friends and neighbors are welcome to attend the Senior Health Fair on January 6th, 2009 from 10 am until 2 pm. Location: 7327 Avon Belden Road, North Ridgeville

This event is free and open to the public, with refreshments being served. Over 10 Health Care Agencies will be present to answer questions and provide valuable information for older adults.

This event is hosted by the North Ridgeville Office for Older Adults. For more information, please contact Shelley Sullinger at 440-353-0825

OPEN HOUSES - Coffee, Tea, Water, Cider?

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 13:07:06 -0600

OPEN HOUSES: what do you serve? coffee, tea, bottled water, cider? cookies, candy, pastries?

I wanted to throw this idea out to my activerain bloggers - to gather ideas on what others are serving, if anything, at their open houses.

Since I am in Ohio, on cold wintry days, I have a pot of coffee made - but I have heard cider is very inviting and makes for a great aroma.

On hot, summer days, most coming to my open house were very thankful for a cold bottled water.

I have another real estate friend who gives out a package of microwave popcorn with her card attached, along with a catchy phrase.

Another real estate friend brings a tray of pastries - but she claims lately, the tray of pastries ends up going back home since traffic is off - and ended up gaining 10 pounds over it.

I believe in Open Houses, because I first hand, have sold many of my listings this way, including writing one up at the sellers table during an open house.

Any comments?

3111 Brenner, Lorain OH 44053

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 21:25:59 -0600

Close to Lake Erie Shores & Public Beaches - Asking $107,500.

**Home currently not available, taken off the market - waiting for pricing to improve.

Built in 2001

What a rare find! Like New Ranch with a wonderful alternative from condo living, escape the monthly maintenance fees. Step inside and say "wow" - easy one level living featuring nice sized living room, open dining-kitchen area, master bedroom with private bath, 2 additional bedrooms nicely sized. Lots of closet space and storage inside. Deep garage. Fully fenced backyard with storage building. Energy Efficient - Low Utilities. (All electric home with $99 budget plan).

Listed by Carla Harbert, Re/Max Pros 877-737-0373

What can $19,500 buy in Amherst, Ohio?

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 21:06:50 -0600

What can $19,500 buy you in Amherst, Ohio? Check this out...

2 Bedroom, fully furnished, "like new" 2007 manufactured home including major appliances, furniture, linens, cookware, even a vacuum sweeper! Storage Shed with lawn mower inside to remain. Energy Efficient with low utility bills. Lot rent of $222 a month includes snow removal & trash pick-up. Playground and picnic pavilion close by.

Dining-Kitchen View

Closer View of the Kitchen Area

For more details and information, please contact listing agent: Carla Harbert with Re/Max Pros @ 877-737-0373.

Real Estate - OPEN HOUSES

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Mon, 19 May 2008 02:22:13 -0500

Open Houses - how are they working in your market?

Is there a day, time, that is better than others? Do you participate in Open Houses all year long? Have you tried having an open house during the week?

Having an open house is easy - ask any "for sale by owner"! Just put up a sign, run an ad, buyers will come. Or will they?

Yes, anyone can have an open house, but having a "successful" open house takes planning and real experience - or consider it a waste of time, for all parties involved. My success rate with Open Houses has been extremely successful! And I have been fortunate to sell many of my own listings this way. Do I have secrets? You bet I do!! Don't you?

Remember first, what is the REAL purpose of having an open house. Do you think it is an excellent way to pick up buyers? Believe me when I say, that is only a small part of what your true expectations should be. My honest, true intention of holding an open house on a particular home is "I am going to SELL IT today". Attitude is everything. Having the correct mind set is extremely important. All efforts should be in focus on getting THAT listing sold for your client.

Focus, Planning, Attitude are all ingredients in having a successful, productive open house, or why else waste time doing them. Do I hold open houses often? You bet I do!! On a regular basis. It's a lot of work, but experience has helped me streamline most of the tasks ahead of time.

I strictly follow my Open House Checklists faithfully. I have a "BEFORE" open house checklist and a "DURING" open house checklist, then a "AFTER" Open House Checklist. Keeps me on track, totally prepared.

Here's a testimonial from a couple of my clients:

"We had our home listed with another company for six months, with little showings, and only 1 open house during the 6 month time frame. When I asked the listing agent why it wasn't held open more, I was told that open houses don't work. We interviewed agents when our listing expired. Carla seemed to have a fresh outlook on how a home should be marketed, truly believed she could sell it for us. When our listing expired with the other company, we had originally priced at $114,900 but by the end of our term, had lowered it down to $104,900. Carla showed us comps for the area & we listed with her for $110,000 with the promise that she would hold the house open within the first week. Carla kept her promise, had an open house on Sunday - and sold it to a buyer who came. We couldn't believe it - and it closed within 30 days. All that time wasted with that other company." (name withheld at this time)

"Our home had been on the market for 6 months with a well known real estate company. There had only been a couple open houses and was told that nobody came. We really felt that our agent forgot about us, so when it expired, we found Carla. The other company had our home listed at $169,900 and wanted us to reduce it. Told us that our price was too high. Carla showed us a very detailed marketing plan with pricing, and we listed our home at $170,000. Carla held our home open, it sold within 10 days from a buyer that had come through. We received a full price offer, too, $170,000!" (name withheld at this time)

"I listed my home with Carla because she believed in open houses and told me that she believed my home would sell. There were many homes in my neighborhood that had been for sale a year or more. Again, Carla told me not to worry about the other houses for sale. Just worry about mine, told me some things to get fixed. We priced my home for $92,900 and it sold for $92,900. Carla rocks! I couldn't believe it sold and closed so quick." D.Jeffrey

Do open houses work? For me, they do! Just ask my sellers!! - Carla Harbert, RE/MAX Pros

Doberman: My Seren turned 11

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Sun, 04 May 2008 22:58:09 -0500

I am the proud owner of 2 beautiful doberman's, Seren & Xena. Seren just celebrated a birthday, so I wanted to post a pic of my baby. You can see that her youthful figure is going (gained a few pounds here & there), more white hair coming in, but she truly is aging gracefully, in spite of several fatty tumors that have recently appeared. Our vet tells us it is nothing to worry about - but she is like one of my children. Tumors are scary.

Happy Birthday, Seren!!

Here is Seren in her prime! almost 6 years old!

Here is Xena ( 1 year younger than Seren). As you see, she doesn't like Seren's birthday presents. In fact, Xena doesn't like anything near her toy basket. (since it has all her chew toys). It's so funny to watch her antics. She's really a very gentle, loving dobie who thinks she is a Lap Dog!

Grafton Firemen's Festival on May 22-26th, 2008

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Thu, 01 May 2008 22:13:54 -0500

Grafton Firemen's Festival on May 22-26th, 2008 at Willow Park, Grafton Ohio. Times are as follows: Thursday & Friday from 6 pm til 11 pm. Saturday & Sunday from 12 noon til midnight. Monday from noon til 8 pm. Come out & enjoy the festivities! There will be fun for everyone!!

For more information, call: 440-926-2075

Red Hatters Day on May 17th, 2008

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Thu, 01 May 2008 22:10:17 -0500

Red Hatters Day Special Event being held at Jamie's Flea Market (State Route 113, South Amherst) on May 17th, 2008 from 8 am til 4 pm. Red Hat Ladies Contest for the best hat and outfit along with a drawing for a red Victorian hat and hat stand.

For more information, call: 440-896-4402

Train Show in LaGrange, Ohio on May 3rd & 4th, 2008

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Thu, 01 May 2008 22:06:00 -0500

Train Show in LaGrange, Ohio on May 3rd & 4th at the Carlisle Visitor Center. Times: May 3rd (Saturday) 10 am til 4 pm and on May 4th (Sunday) from 12 noon til 4 pm.

View elaborate train layouts, then ride on the Carlisle & Black River Railroad small-gauge train.

For more information: 440-458-5121

Earth Day Celebrated at Cascade Park, Elyria on May 3rd, 2008

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Thu, 01 May 2008 21:59:38 -0500

Celebrate Earth Day on May 3rd, 2008 at the Cascade Park Nature Center in Elyria, Ohio. Time: 10 am til 2 pm. Free hands-on activities, displays, and even horse-drawn wagon rides! Fun-filled day, so bring the children. Something for everyone. What does Earth Day mean to you? What is the purpose of Earth Day? How did it start? Check this history link: http://earthday.envirolink.org/history.html

Visit: www.CityOfElyria.org for more information about the Earth Day Celebration at Cascade Park Nature Center in Elyria, or call: 440-326-1500.

Saftey Alert - A Powerful & Deadly Killer

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Thu, 01 May 2008 21:43:22 -0500

Thunder rumbles while the sky darkens...time to seek shelter from the powerful & deadly killer - Lightning! After living in Oklahoma (part of tornado alley) I have a deep respect in regards to storms, especially lightning. Lightning is a deadly natural phenomenon, very powerful. An actual lightning strike lasts less than half a second - delivering a punch of around 300 kilovolts. Researchers have posted recently, that only 20% of humans that have been struck by lightning actually become fatalities. The remaining 80% survive, with many suffering from deep burns, cardio-pulmonary injuries, even amputation of limbs.

Spring is alive in Ohio, where thunderstorms are very likely to be strong, with damaging wind, hail & deadly lightning. Try to find shelter if caught outside. Don't wait for the rain to begin - lightning strikes appear first. Ohio has been named by the National Atmospheric and Space Division (NASA), to be one of the worst states in the USA for lightning strike risk.

Would you like to read more about safety tips in regards to lightning & thunderstorms? Check out the National Lightning Safety Institute at: www.LightningSafety.com .

Lorain County - Eaton Township News - Dumpster Days

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 23:24:27 -0500

Eaton Township News (for residents only);

Dumpster Days will be held May 2nd & May 3rd from 8am to 6 pm.

What is Dumpster Days? An event where residents can dispose of large trash items that aren't normally put out for the regular trash pick-up. A great way to clean up and trash out unwanted items of no use.

Limited types of waste accepted, such as: Appliances, furniture, roofing materials, newspapers, recyclable glass, recyclable plastic.

DO NOT BRING: tires, paintes, computer parts, household cleaners, lawn & garden products, used motor oil, explosives, firearms, fireworks, televisions, office electronics.

Next scheduled dumpster days will be: October 10th & 11th, 2008.

For more information regarding County Collection Days, call 1-800-449-5463

Scrap Tire Sites: Grafton Township Hall, Mon thru Friday from 8 am til 4 pm. (17109 Avon Belden Rd) ; North Ridgeville City Service Garage, Mon thru Friday from 7 am til 3 pm (35010 Bainbridge Rd); Elyria City Service Garage, Mon thru Friday from 8 am til 3 pm (851 Garden Street).

Used Motor Oil Sites (open all year): Advance Auto Parts on 1057 East Broad St, Elyria (4 gallons maximum per day); AutoZone on 103 Second Street, Elyria (4 gallons maximum per day); Grease Monkey on 325 Midway Blvd in Elyria (4 gallons per day or call in advance for permission to bring in up to 10 gallons).

1023 Archwood Ave, Lorain OH 44052

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 01:08:58 -0500

1023 Archwood Avenue in Lorain OH. Super Priced - Was Asking $125,000- NOW Asking $115,000!!

Close to Lake Erie Shores & Public Beaches just down the street...

Traditional charm with many custom features - leaded glass windows, nature stone flooring in the basement, gorgeous hardwood flooring, updated kitchen & more! Just one block from Lakeview Park, Beach & Lake Erie. Very desirable area!

Bonus to Buyer: Seller willing to assist with closing costs!

It has Got to Be Here Somewhere?

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:41:05 -0500

Yes, It has Got to be here Somewhere! I try to prepare my buyers for what is needed for a loan application, such as current payroll stubs, bank statements, income tax returns, etc. And there seems to be 2 types of buyer groups out there, those who have all of their important documents in one file, clearly labeled, organized, ready at a moment's notice when needed. And then we have the other type of buyer who just knows their important paperwork & documents are in a very "safe & secure" location, but just 'where' that particular location is right now, is anyone's guess. And this is what I hear: It has Got to Be here Somewhere....

So if you fall into this last buyer type grouping, thinking of purchasing a home...it might be a good idea to start that search for the needed documents now. If you can't locate certain documents, such as divorce decrees, bankruptcy papers, proof of medical collections paid, bank statements...think about where you could find them, or perhaps request a copy. You will make the loan process go much smoother if you are well prepared at the start.

So, don't be throwing away your payroll stubs, don't be shredding your bank statements, remember where you put those last 3 years tax returns along with W-2's, if you had a divorce - look for a copy of that divorce decree, been through a bankruptcy - look for your copy of the bankruptcy report showing what accounts were claimed & have a copy of the discharge paperwork, are you paying child support or receiving child support - documentation needed there as well.

If you would like a list of what items will be needed for a loan application or pre-approval, give me a call @ 440-309-5209 or e-mail at: info@CarlaHarbert.com . Lenders will not accept the excuse of "it's got to be here somewhere", you need it, and you need it now!

Thinking of buying? Before you start looking for a home - get Pre-Approved! Call me for details: 440-309-5209 or Toll Free: 877-737-0373.

Lorain County - Good News! New Housing Developments Coming -

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:04:44 -0500

Lorain County - good news! New Housing Developments in the Works! Although the number of new homes being built in the Lorain County area has been on the downward side since 2003, along with an overload of existing homes for sale...there is still room for new homes in our market - and I'm excited to announce plans were submitted to build approx 500 homes in northeast Eaton Township. The proposed development runs east to west from Reed to Hawke Roads, then north to south from Brokaw to Cooley Roads, all single family homes. I, myself, live in Eaton Township, which is made up of mostly rural properties, a great area to call "home". Major highways are just minutes away, such as the OhioTurnpike, Route 20, I-480 which is very convenient. I knew our quiet little area would take off and begin a growth spurt once the Super Walmart was completed just off Rt 57. Many laid off construction workers will be glad to hear of new construction coming. Good News for Lorain County!

Lorain - Ely Enterprises Moving to Lorain OH

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Wed, 16 Apr 2008 13:31:40 -0500

Great News in Lorain! Ely Enterprises is moving to Lorain. I was excited when my friend, Jane K @ a local title company emailed this news to me. Lorain County has been struggling with job losses, along with businesses closing or moving elsewhere - so it's great to get news of a company coming into our county.

According to an article written by Scot Allyn, for the Morning Journal in Lorain, he tells us that Ely Enterprises has outgrown its building in Cleveland & is moving to the former Lakeland Enterprises Building at 3809 Broadway, Lorain OH.

Ely Enterprises is a distributor of industrial recycling equipment, supplying new and refurbished equipment used in scrap yards & recycling centers. Currently Ely Enterprises employs approx 20 workers, anticipating adding more later down the road.

Welcome Ely Enterprises, Lorain County Needs YOU!

Grafton News: Midview Drama Students Perform Hello Dolly

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 23:10:50 -0500

Grafton News: Midview Drama Students perform "Hello Dolly".

Midview Drama Students invite you to enjoy this musical.

Performance Times:

Thursday, April 17th, 2008 at 7 p.m.

Friday, April 18th, 2008 at 7 p.m.

Saturday, April 19th, 2008 at 7 p.m.

Talented Students need your support, so please stop by & enjoy a great show! Ticket Prices are $7 for adults & $5 for students. GO MIDVIEW!!

Tax Time - Elyria Post Office will remain open until 10 pm

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 22:57:48 -0500

Tax Time! Elyria Post Office will remain open on April 15th until 10 pm.

Location: Elyria Post Office, 345 East Bridge Street, Elyria.

Don't be late! Remember, the IRS accepts the postmark on the envelope as "proof of timely filing". If you have letters or packages weighing over 13 ounces, personally hand this package/letter to a postal employee, making sure it has been collected & postmarked by the deadline, April 15th.

What ONE Tip would you share to a Newbie Blogger?

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 21:37:28 -0500

Are you willing to share just ONE tip? I only ask this because I was there...back in late 2006, joining active rain...was able to partially fill out a profile..including a picture. Then I was stuck. I guess if I was to share one tip, I would tell anyone just joining, to go to the home page of activerain. Click on Getting Started and READ...then seriously think what you could write about yourself, about your business, and don't be afraid to jump in and post something. I am such a perfectionist, I procrastinated - didn't do anything (much) until March 2008, afraid of turning someone off, not wanting to come across like a know-it-all (which I am far from, experienced yes...but I think we will never know-it-all being in the real estate industry because it is always changing) and unsure what I really should post. After all, this is a public site...thousands of viewers are online here. This is far from any MSN Chatroom! I plan on helping anyone joining in the Lorain County Area of Ohio, if they are interested. It will be my way of giving back here on activerain.

So come on, I humbly ask of you, would you please reply back with ONE TIP, that I can pass onto my Lorain County OHIO activerainers, who want some tips & hints to get started.

I know I can always count on my real estate famiy and friends here on Active Rain for help. Thank you. -- Carla

I Wanna Be A Loser, too!

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 19:52:17 -0500

Ok, that doesn't sound nice, does it... but it does if you want to win the fight of gaining unwanted pounds! So, I wanna be a LOSER! I have yo-yo dieted off and on, but I know what works for me (well it did in the past). I have a class reunion I need to get back in shape for, plus a vacation planned where I would like to feel ok to head to the beach again. So, my plan is this, back to toning classes on tues/thurs and learning how to use the "beast" in my basement (bowflex monster). I will go back to my Protein, little carb diet, and plan on getting back down to 145. (Ok, I'm brave, but not brave enough to say how many pounds I need to lose to get there!).

Thanks Derek, for giving me the motivation to do it. And since I see this in writing, it makes it a promise to keep and a goal to reach. I'll be watching everyone here... --Carla

Have you tried WU-YI TEA?

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Sun, 23 Mar 2008 12:28:35 -0500

WU-YI TEA - what scientists now call "The world's most powerful fat burner". Well, I can't say that has been true for me, but I am sold on this product for the other results. After making this tea my "start the morning" drink, and using it for months now. I must tell you that my blood pressure is great, 120 over 80 or better, my blood tests are great - with good levels, but the biggest thing I love about it and I DO give it 100% credit for, is my skin. It is very clear, radiant...in fact, all I use is a simple moisturizer (1x am & 1x pm) with a little mascara, that's it. I do not wear any other makeup. This is a recent pic - do I look like I am in my 50's? Anyway, I know in order to lose weight, I have to curb what goes into my mouth (lower portions), get back into my exercise routine, while keeping a positive attitude (because when I start to feel down - here comes the carton of ice cream, my nemisis). I just wondered if anyone else here, has tried WU-YI Tea. It's advertising said Ophrah uses it. Hmmm. But if you are, what have your results been on weight loss? Should I be drinking this more than 1x a day? Well, my scale is tipping high, gotta get the weight down. Thought about starting South Beach Diet? Any advice? Maybe I should learn how to use the "monster" in the basement - husband purchased this bowflex machine, looks complicated.

Does Time Management Work For You?

Carla Harbert - RE/MAX Pros (www.LorainCountyHomeSales.com) — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 01:38:56 -0500

There is no wrong or right answer, just a question I want to throw out into this active group of successful real estate agents within this online community of bloggers. Seriously, does time management work for you, keeping to a pretty close schedule? Or are you like me, with great intentions...but ending up with last minute appointments that turns your whole day outta whack? I schedule appointments even a week or so in advance, but believe me, it's never how my day turns out. It's a crazy business we are in.

Here is a today example: I begin my day logging into my outlook, checking emails while eating bites of breakfast. (I am always multi-tasking). Open up my scheduler, ah yes, listing appt at 2pm, ads due by 4pm, nothing pressing. Looks like I'll have time to do a grocery run before dark. Totally prepared with all docs & details for listing appt, hmm, what to do first...let's get ads out of the way. Phones are quiet, good timing to finish up that task. Things are qoing well but phone rings. Problem, lock box not working, agent can't get inside. Sellers are away, really needs this home sold, agent offers to come back IF I can get them inside (they will go on to next home & circle back). Yep, extra key, off I go, need this home sold & what the heck is wrong with lock box. On my way there, 15 min drive, another call - listing appt needs to be moved up from 2pm to 12 noon now. Ok, no problem, everything ready for that appt, just get to the home - yep, lockbox is stuck, won't open, but I replace it & let agent inside with her buyer - I leave, another phone call...salesman wanting to sell me a lead generation something, end call, another call, salesman wanting me to check out how he can put me on the 1st page of google - am I by the computer to show me how, no time for this. Oh no, starting to rain. I had wanted to retake a picture of one of the homes to update picture for ad since I was in the area. Next time. Phone call, another salesman, wants to give me an unbeatable offer of search terms to purchase - am I by a computer. Are you having days now where the majority of incoming calls are salesman, trying to sell us something? Which breaks my concentration at times. How about you? I get back to home office, check emails again, 2 incoming leads...good news there, pull files on homes asking about, call back these leads. Yes, one wants to see the home, but I want to schedule appt with a loan officer first, buyer fine with that. Anyway, not to bore you with all the rest of the days details, but I can't ever seem to follow a schedule! My days do NOT go as planned. BUT I love it. Yes, I love the craziness of my job, never boring, always something.

So is there a secret to time management and being able to follow some type of schedule that is not always being changed?

If so, would you please share your tips and words of wisdom?