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2009 Freight House Farmers Market w/ Steve's Meat Shop

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Sat, 02 May 2009 17:38:45 -0500

Opening Day at the 2009 Freight House Farmers Market with your Quad Cities own Steve's Meat Shop cooking Butterfly Pork Chops, Ribeye Steaks, Bratwurst, Giant Hot Italians, and Hot Dogs. We brought the new truck out to Modern Woodmen Parks parking lot where the event is held.

There are also a variety of flowering plants, fresh produce, meats, and crafts.

The market schedule is May through October every Saterday from 8AM to 1PM and Tuesday from 3PM to 6PM.

So come on down and enjoy the fun.

You can also check out other events that we will be cokking at this season by going to www.StevesMeatShop.com

Quad Cities Real Estate Fowler Realty Website is Easy to Use.

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 12:22:39 -0500

Fowler Realty has an easy to use website. Our website is clear and consise and straight to the point. We talk real estate. Specifically Quad Cities Real Estate. All of our pages have the access of moving forward or connecting back with the home page. We do not have any broken links. Customers and clients can move smoothly and can find information quick.

Our pages include.

1. Home Page

2. Listings

3. Sellers Easy Move

4. House Values

5. Relocation

6. Buyers Incentive

7. About us

8. Agents

9. Career Information

10. Contact us

11. Links

12. Free Credit Report

13. Search All Homes

For all Quad Cities Area Real Estate go to www.FowlerRealtyHomes.com

How to access Quad Cities Real Estate Fowler Realty Listings.

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 11:19:55 -0500

Fowler Realty is a Real Estate Brokerage in the Quad Cities and surrounding areas.

The company is licensed to sell real estate in Iowa and Illinois.

Fowler Realty listings can be assessed directly by going to the home page at www.FowlerRealtyHomes.com then click on listings.

All Fowler Realty Agents are Realtors and members of the Quad City Realtor Association.

You can also contact our office via phone 563.514.2114 or email at FowlerRealty@mchsi.com

Fowler Realty agents can sell any property listed on the Multiple Listing Service.

Fowler Realty is a Name You Can Trust in the Davenport Iowa Area.

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 14:17:01 -0500

Fowler Realty is all about service to our customers. We have been in business in the Quad Cities and surrounding Areas since 2006. We are an up and coming real estate brokerage with 4 full-time Realtors.

Fowler Realty works with buyers and sellers on properties such as Single Family Residences, Town Homes, Condo's, Commercial, Investment, and 1031 Exchanges.

For all Davenport, IA Real Estate go to www.FowlerRealtyHomes.com

Fowler Realty is a name you can trust in the Quad Cities.

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 18:21:10 -0500

Fowler Realty is a name you can trust in the Quad Cities.

Our company has been selling properties in the Iowa / Illinois Quad Cities Area for about three years now. We have 4 Realtors and are ready for more. Our logo is one that can be trusted and respected in the Quad Cities Area. Fowler Realty sells Residential, Commercial, Farms, Lots, Land, Condos, and Townhomes.

For all Quad Cities Area Real Estate go to www.FowlerRealtyHomes.com

Future Fowler Realty Realtor Putting All His Eggs in One Basket.

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 00:13:54 -0500

Future Fowler Realty Realtor Putting All His Eggs in One Basket.

I told him to diversify. All he could think about was how many and how fast. Stephen had a good bounty by the end on the Easter Egg Hunt. We had great music, food and lots of fun at Fowler Realty.

For all Blue Grass and Surrounding Area Real Estate go to www.FowlerRealtyHomes.com

How do you know when does your Fence need a Makeover?

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 17:21:45 -0500

How do you know when does your Fence need a Makeover?

1. The fence is so old that when powerwashed to color is still old.

2. When it is made solid enough to lean but not fall down.

3. When every invertebrate calls it home.

4. Also when it makes the house and garage look like garbage.

5. The wood is warbed enough to make a boat.

For all property in the Quad Cities Area go to www.FowlerRealtyHomes.com

Building a Privacy Fence in Blue Grass Iowa.

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 16:54:22 -0500

Building a Privacy Fence in Blue Grass Iowa.

I started early Saturday morning the 4th of April 2009. I was lucky to be able to use the old fences 4 by 4's. I connected the 2 by 4's in with 3" wood screws. I also used 6' Dog Earred style wood pieces. The Dog Earred pieces were installed with 1.5 inch wood screws. All pieces were installed as level as possible. We do our best to make Blue Grass, Iowa Properties a little better with each improvement.

For all Blue Grass, Iowa properties go to www.FowlerRealtyHomes.com

How Important are Real Estate Designations?

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 15:38:00 -0500

How Important are Real Estate Designations?

I see alot of Realtors with a variety of real estate designations. Some of them have a lot of business and others have none. The specific designation websites state that having their designation allows the member tremendous networking possibilities.

I have been kicking around the idea of picking up a designation. Which designation is the best?

The Face of the Quad City Area Realtor Association is Changing.

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 14:39:28 -0500

The Face of the Quad City Area Realtor Association is Changing.

Gene Holst the Chief Executive Officer of the Quad City Association of Realtors is retiring. Gene will be missed. He will be replaced by Sue Clark-Nissen. I am sure that Sue will give the same quality leadership that Gene has shown throughout the years.

Good luck to everyone selling their property!!!

For all Quad Cities and Muscatine Area Real Estate go to www.FowlerRealtyHomes.com

The Quad Cities For Sale By Owner by Michael Fowler of Fowler Realty

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 18:10:54 -0500

The Quad Cities For Sale By Owners are an aggressive group of sellers. I will give them that. I admire their tenecious attitude for the chance to get ahead in life.

But there is a reality in the whole idea of selling FSBO.

If you analyze them as a group it doesn't seem that they sell for the highest and best price.

I wonder if this is because the homes are just not priced correctly. You can surely go on websites such as the county assessor which are updated every other year. You can also take a flyer from the neighborhood box of a MLS listed property. This does not fully price a property. There are many factors in pricing a property. The Multiple Listing Service has all the up to date information, which is best interpreted by local real estate professionals.

You can also try companies who charge you money to put your property on a website and maybe even give you a sign for a outlandish fee. I believe that there is just not enough exposure as the massive potential of the Multiple Listing Service. Most Real Estate Companies do not charge you any money until the property closes. They will give you a copy close to our contract with disclosures. This opens the door for a whole list of liability without Realtor representation. On many occations a buyer will use a Realtor who knows the true value of the property and can manipulate the situation for the better of their client. Then the FSBO ends up paying the commission and a lower price for their property just because they are frustrated with the whole situation.

Good luck to everyone selling their property!!!

For all Quad Cities and Muscatine Area Real Estate go to www.FowlerRealtyHomes.com

Quad Cities Area Realtor Careers

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 16:13:41 -0500

Hello from Fowler Realty,

Our company is all about supporting agents as much as needed without interfering with their life. If you just want a place to hang your license without having to make a sales quota then Fowler Realty is for you. We are a low overhead office so we can pass the savings on to our agents and their clients. We do not make money unless you make money.

We are a laid back non-aggressive company. Most of us have other jobs. Our agents can work as hard as they want or not at all.

We work just as hard as you to sell your listings and never take anymore than 30%.

NO EXTRA FEES

AGENT NEGOCIATED COMMISSIONS

Agent owned properties bought or sold are always $500 or 70/30 split whichever one is a lower price paid for the agent.

Company Referrals are a 50/50 split no transaction fee.

Take care,

Michael & Tricia Fowler

For a Quad Cities Real Estate Career with Fowler Realty go to www.FowlerRealtyHomes.com

The importance of an updated website.

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 16:05:36 -0500

How many times have you heard from clients, " I can't get to some place on your website". I find this out alot on other websites that are not updated on a frequently. I believe that this is caused mostly by broken links. This makes it hard to allow a nice flow through your website and reflects poorly on the company.

It is a good idea to check your links from time to time to see if all of them are working properly. Also spiders will demote the quality of the website for non working links.

For all Quad Cities Real Estate go to www.FowlerRealtyHomes.com

Reciprocal Links are the way to go!!!

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 18:05:31 -0500

Reciprocal Links are the way to go!!!

I believe that as long as you use real estate related websites then you will not be pegged as a link farm. I notice that a good portion of websites that are page 3 or higher have some kind of reciprocal links. Reciprocal linking is very easy to do. Just ask any independent website if you can have your link put on their website and do the same for them.

Good Luck

How can you sell Real Estate in this kind of Weather???

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 17:51:48 -0500

March 28, 2009 Rain, Ice, & Snow Storm. You can barely drive in this mess. Everyone is staying home. All of our work will be done on the computer as long as we have power. Christmas was three months ago HELLO!!!

Just kidding. I would still drive in this stuff for a listing.

For all Quad Cities Area Real Estate go to www.FowlerRealtyHomes.com

Fowler Realty Sold 75% of it's Listings in 2008

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 17:33:40 -0500

Fowler Realty Accomplishments:

We sold 75% of our own listings in 2008.
We currently have four Full Time Realtors to serve the Quad Cities and Muscatine areas.
We hold Professional Relationships with all cooperating Real Estate Brokerages.
Our Agents have a commanding knowledge of the properties in the Quad Cities and Muscatine areas.
Our website is a highly informative Real Estate knowledge base.
We are building a strong National Relocation Database.

Fowler Realty listings gain exposure not only on www.FowlerRealtyHomes.com and www.Realtor.com, but are also listed on the Quad Cities Association of Realtors MLS or Multiple Listing Service where over 1000 Realtor members find listings or comparables for their sellers or buyers. Contact a Fowler Realty agent today to provide you with a Free Market Analysis to help you price your home or if you have any Real Estate questions:

23rd Annual Tug Fest by Michael Fowler of Fowler Realty

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 16:28:44 -0500

The 23rd Annual Tug festival

The Festival is held in Leclaire on the Iowa side & Port Byron on the Illinois Side.

The date and times:

Thursday the 13th at 5PM

Friday the 14th at 3PM

Saturday the 15th at 7AM

The Tugfest has something for everyone. Come on down and join the music, carnival, crafts, food & one of the largest fireworks display in the Quad Cities Area. The Tug competition starts at 7AM on Saturday.

Michael & Tricia Fowler of Fowler Realty will be cooking at Steve's Meat Shop. Our menu will include Butterfly Pork Chops, Ribeye Steaks, Brats, Hot Italians, Hots Dogs.

For all others Steve's Meat Shop events go to www.StevesMeatShop.com

For all Quad Cities Area Real Estate go to www.FowlerRealtyHomes.com

2009 Ribfest at River Roots Live by Michael Fowler of Fowler Realty

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 15:53:40 -0500

Ribfest at River Roots Live

Free Admission!

Award winning BBQ Venders will be there with an array of food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

The event opens on Friday at 11AM to Midnight
Saturday 11AM to Midnight
Saturday - Rib vendors open all day, 11 - midnight.

The "People's Choice Award" for best ribs will return.

National & Local Rib Vendors

Michael & Tricia Fowler of Fowler Realty will be working at Steve's Meat Shop at the 2009 Ribfest at River Roots Live. Our menu will be Butterfly Pork Chop, Ribeye Steaks, Brats, Hot Italians, Baby Back Ribs, Boneless Rib Sandwich, & Hot Dogs.

So come on down and enjoy the music, and the food of Steve's Meat Shop and many more.

For other Steve's Meat Shop Events go to www.StevesMeatShop.com

For all Quad City Area Real Estate go to www.FowlerRealtyHomes.com

2009 Wells Fargo Bix Street Festival by Mike Fowler of Fowler Realty

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 15:10:08 -0500

38th Annual

Wells Fargo Street Fest!

Bix Weekend
July 24 & 25, 2009
FREE Admission!
Food, Live Music, Arts and Crafts, & Family Fun!
Don't miss the Quad-Cities Biggest Homecoming Party!

Michael & Tricia Fowler of Fowler Realty will be working at Steve's Meat Shop at the 2009 Wells Fargo Bix Street Fest. Our menu will be Butterfly Pork Chop, Ribeye Steaks, Brats, Hot Italians, Baby Back Ribs, Boneless Rib Sandwich, & Hot Dogs.

So come on down and enjoy the music, and the food of Steve's Meat Shop and many more. Also don't forget to watch the race.

For other Steve's Meat Shop Events go to www.StevesMeatShop.com

For all Quad City Area Real Estate go to www.FowlerRealtyHomes.com

15th Annual Sturgis Mississippi River Motorcycle Rally

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 14:39:15 -0500

15th Annual Sturgis Mississippi River Motorcycle Rally

JUNE 17 - 20, 2009

TO BE HELD AT

MISSISSIPPI VALLEY FAIRGROUNDS
2815 W LOCUST STREET
DAVENPORT, IA 52804

CAMPING AVAILABLE -- HOT SHOWERS--RV HOOK-UPS

Michael & Tricia Fowler of Fowler Realty will be cooking at Steve's Meat Shop. Our menu will be the Pork Chops, Ribeye Steaks, Brats, Hot Italians, & Hot Dogs. We also have new menu items in Baby Back Pork Ribs & a Boneless Rib Sandwich.

So come on down to the rally and enjoy some great food.

STURGIS MISSISSIPPI RIVER MOTORCYCLE RALLY

IS PROMOTED BY

INDOOR / OUTDOOR PRODUCTIONS

402 W 4^TH AVENUE

COAL VALLEY, IL 61240

309-799-7469

For other Steve's Meat Shop events go to www.StevesMeatShop.com

For all Quad City Area real estate go to www.FowlerRealtyHomes.com

2009 Muscatine Criterium by Michael Fowler of Fowler Realty

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 03:33:00 -0500

The 2009 Muscatine Criterium is just around the corner.

This event is scheduled for May 24, 2009. It is located @ Muscatines own Weed Park. The promoter is Greg Harper of Harpers Cycling and Fitness.

Michael & Tricia Fowler of Fowler Realty will be @ the event cooking for Steve's Meat Shop.

The Muscatine Criterium is a high activity sporting event with lots of energy.

Come on down to Muscatine and enjoy the fun.

For the Steve's Meat Shop 2009 season go to www.StevesMeatShop.com

For all Muscatine Real Estate go to www.FowlerRealtyHomes.com

56th Annual Beaux Arts Fair 2009 Spring Season

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 03:17:47 -0500

The 56th Annual Beaux Arts Fair Spring Season is scheduled for May 9 & 10 for 2009.

There is a wide selection of artists of the highest quality. The Fair is located at the Figge Plaza and on 2nd ST btwn Hasrrison and Ripley. Michael & Tricia Fowler of Fowler Realty will be there cooking for Steve's Meat Shop.

What to Expect:

Fine Art, Clay, Glass, Fiber/Textile, Jewelry, Metals, Leather, Photography, Paintings, Drawings, Wood, & Lawn Art.

There is a Childrens Activity Area.

There is also FOOD, FOOD, and more FOOD.

Come join Steves Meat Shop @ the Spring 2009 Beaux Arts Fair!!!

For Steve's Meat Shop Quad Cities Area 2009 Food Schedule go to www.StevesMeatShop.com

For Quad Cities Area real estate go to www.FowlerRealtyHomes.com

Quad Cities Freight House Farmers Market

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 02:44:48 -0500

Quad Cities Realtors Michael & Tricia Fowler of Fowler Realty will be cooking at the Freight House Farmers Market 2009 season. Our stand is Steve's Meat Shop. Our items are Butterfly Pork Chops, Ribeye Steaks, Brats, Giant Hot Italians, Pulled Pork, Hot Dogs and more. We are also going to try a breakfast menu this year.

You can find out our schedule for all other Quad Cities festivals and Food Events for the 2009 Steve's Meat Shop season by going to www.StevesMeatShop.com

For all Davenport, IA Real Estate go to www.FowlerRealtyHomes.com

2009 Quad Cities Food Events & Festival Schedule for Steve's Meat Shop

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 02:28:58 -0500

2008 was a great year for Quad Cities Area Realtors Michael & Tricia Fowler. 2009 will be an even more agressive year. We have added twice the amount of Quad Cities food events & Festivals. Check out our schedule so you can meet us out at one of these events. We have the best Pork Chops, Ribeye Steaks, and many other food items.

CATERING SCHEDULE

Proposed 09 Schedule

Come join us at an event!!!

1.	The Freight House Farmers Market	May 2 - Oct 31
2.	Beaux Arts Fair Spring	May 9, 10
3.	Muscatine Criterium	May 24
4.	Quad Cities Criterium	May 25
5.	Rhubarb Festival	June 5, 6
6.	Gumbo Ya Ya	June 12, 13
7.	Sturgis on the River	June 17, 18, 19, 20
8.	Bettendorf 4^th of July	July 4
9.	Heart of Illinois Fair	July 10 - 18
10.	Wells Fargo Bix Street Festival	July 24, 25
11.	Mississippi Valley Fair	August 4 - 9
12.	The Tug Festival	August 13, 14, 15
13.	River Roots Live	August 22, 23
14.	Quad Cities Pops Concert	September 5
15.	Nauvoo Car Show	September 6
16.	Beaux Arts Fair Fall	September 12, 13
17.	Riverssance Festival of Fine Arts	September 19, 20
18.	Peoria Fall Ribfest	October 2, 3
19.	Hunnert Car Pile Up	October 10
*Come join us at one of these events!!!* Although this event schedule is up to date, information can change at anytime.
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Steve's Meat Shop
1947 Zachary Ave
Montpelier IA 52759
mikefowler@mchsi.com

For all Quad Cities Area Real Estate go to www.FowlerRealtyHomes.com

Fowler Realty Works well w/ all Quad Cities & Muscatine Area Real Estate Brokerages.

Michael Fowler Broker/Owner Fowler Realty (Fowler Realty Quad Cities) — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 16:27:53 -0600

Fowler Realty works well w/ all Quad Cities & Muscatine Area Realtors & Real Estate Brokerages.

Fowler Realty is dedicated to its clients. We have strong business relationships with other agents and the real estate brokerages that they work. We show our buyers each others listings in what we call cooperating brokerage. Fowler Realty is alway understanding of any situation and works with all parties to close the contract properly with the least amount of DRAMA.

For all Quad Cities & Muscatine Area Real Estate go to www.FowlerRealtyHomes.com