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Let's Talk Real Estate http://activerain.com/blogs/realtormike58 Tallahassee Florida Real Estate, national real estate en-us http://activerain.com/blogsview/1305605/saving-a-home-fixing-a-loan Saving a home/fixing a loan <p>I am attending a seminar on Short sale and Foreclosures and we are discussing way to save peoples homes and fixing loans before exploring the Short Sale route.  It is amazing how many people just walk away from their homes without even speaking to their lender or a Realtor.  I wish that more people would reach out and let us try and help.  I am so glad to have this knowledge to be able to help others. </p> <p>Working hard to preserve the American Dream of home ownership.</p><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:44:33 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1305605/saving-a-home-fixing-a-loan http://activerain.com/blogsview/1222179/approved-short-sale-going-back-on-the-market-in-tallahassee-fl Approved Short sale going back on the market in Tallahassee, FL <p>Hey folks!  After a long awaited approval process, we finally have approval for this awesome deal and all buyers couldn't wait any longer so they ALL backed out.  Need buyer to close in 30 days.  Property specs below.  Contact me asap for more information on short sale.</p> <p>1862 SQF townhome in NW Tallahassee, FL</p> <p>Built in 2006</p> <p>3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths and 1 car garage</p> <p>$150,000 AS-IS, in great condition priced 20k below llowest comp in neighborhood.</p> <p>Enjoy the spacious family room with hardwood floors & the stylish kitchen with corian countertop & Brazilian cherry cabinets. The master suite boasts a jetted tub,upgraded river stone tile & separate shower, walk-in closet & dual sinks. Upstairs is 2 bedrooms & 1 bath w/ a loft space for a home office or sitting area.</p> <p>Contact me asap for more information on short sale.</p><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Wed, 02 Sep 2009 17:55:32 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1222179/approved-short-sale-going-back-on-the-market-in-tallahassee-fl http://activerain.com/blogsview/1220911/text-messaging-101-over-60-different-smiley-faces Text Messaging 101-Over 60 different smiley faces <p>Text messaging 101-I have to say that the people that came up with all these really have alot of time on their hands...but I am glad for it because it is really neat!  Tought I would share to get everyone up to spead.</p> <p><strong><a name="smiley"></a>Smiley Faces -  Showing Emotions In Text Chat</strong><br />A 'smiley face', often called a <em><a href="http://www.webopedia.com/TERM/s/smiley.html">smiley</a></em> or <em>emoticon</em>, is used in text <a href="http://www.webopedia.com/quick_ref/textmessageabbreviations_02.asp#" id="KonaLink0" target="undefined">communications</a> to convey an <em>emotion</em> with a text message. Smiley faces are used in the same way that a person's voice changes or how facial expressions are used in face-to-face conversation. For example, if you were joking with someone and send a <a href="http://www.webopedia.com/quick_ref/textmessageabbreviations.asp">text message</a> saying "GAL (get a life)" the person receiving your message may think you are making a rude comment to them. If you send the same message with a "happy <a href="http://www.webopedia.com/quick_ref/textmessageabbreviations_02.asp#" id="KonaLink1" target="undefined">smiley</a>" <strong>: )</strong> following the text, the person would then understand you were "smiling" - or joking around when you said that.  GAL :)</p> <p>Showing emotions through characters in text messaging helps the receiver correctly interpret your intent and meaning.</p> <p>To create a smiley face you use your standard keyboard characters and punctuation marks in sequences that look like facial expressions might. When viewing text smiley faces, they are all <em>sideways</em>. Here are some basics to get you started in understanding what the faces are:</p> <blockquote> <p>The close bracket represents a sideways smile<strong>   )<br /></strong>Add in the colon and you have sideways eyes <strong>  :<br /></strong>Put them together to make a smiley face <strong> :)<br /></strong>Use the dash <strong> -</strong><strong>   </strong>to add a nose<strong>   :-)<br /></strong>Change the colon to a semi-colon <strong>; </strong>and you have a winking face <strong>;)  </strong>with a nose <strong> ;-)<br /></strong>Put a zero<strong> 0</strong> (halo) on top and now you have a winking, smiling angel <strong>0</strong><strong>;) </strong>with a nose<strong> 0;-)<br /></strong>Use the letter 8 in place of the colon for sunglasses  <strong>8-)</strong></p> </blockquote> <p>Some chat and <a href="http://www.webopedia.com/quick_ref/textmessageabbreviations_02.asp#" id="KonaLink2" target="undefined">instant message programs</a> will automatically translate text smiley faces into graphical <em>emoticons</em>. In AOL Instant messenger (<a href="http://www.webopedia.com/TERM/A/AIM.html">AIM</a>), for example, if you type out the characters to make a "happy face" followed by "sad face" followed by "cool sunglasses"  you would enter the following characters:</p> <blockquote> <p><strong>:)   :(   8-)</strong></p> </blockquote> <p>Once you've entered the text however, AIM converts the smiley text to graphics, if it can recognize the smiley pattern, and what you see on the screen in your <a href="http://www.webopedia.com/quick_ref/textmessageabbreviations_02.asp#" id="KonaLink3" target="undefined">AIM window</a> will look like this:</p> <blockquote> <p><img src="http://www.webopedia.com/QUICK_REF/img/aim_graphics.jpg" border="0" height="39" alt="" width="81" /></p> </blockquote> <p><em>Here are few examples of different smiley faces and their meanings:<br /> </em> <table border="0" id="table10" cellpadding="2" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td width="33%"> <table cellspacing="1" border="1" id="table11" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td width="25%"><strong>Icon </strong></td> <td width="75%"><strong>Meaning</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">:)</td> <td width="75%">Standard smile</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">:-)</td> <td width="75%">With nose</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">:-E</td> <td width="75%">Buck-tooth or Vampire</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">>-)</td> <td width="75%">Evil grin</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">:(</td> <td width="75%">Sad or frown smile</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">:-(</td> <td width="75%">Sad with nose</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">:-<</td> <td width="75%">Super sad</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">:P</td> <td width="75%">Sticking tongue out (raspberry)</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">(((H)))</td> <td width="75%">Hugs</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">:-X</td> <td width="75%">Kiss on the lips</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">`:-)</td> <td width="75%">One eyebrow raised</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">:^)</td> <td width="75%">A broken nose</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">:-&</td> <td width="75%">tongue tied</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">E-:-)</td> <td width="75%">a Ham radio operator</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%"><:-)</td> <td width="75%">Uni-brow</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">:-></td> <td width="75%">Big grin happy</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">(-}{-)</td> <td width="75%">Couple kissing</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">:-Q</td> <td width="75%">Smoking</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">$_$</td> <td width="75%">Greedy</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">@@</td> <td width="75%">Rolling your eyes</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> <td width="33%"> <table cellspacing="1" border="1" id="table12" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td width="25%"><strong>Icon</strong></td> <td><strong>Meaning</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">:-#</td> <td width="75%">With braces</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">:'-)</td> <td width="75%">Happy Crying</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">{:-)</td> <td>Toupee smile</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">;)</td> <td>Winking smile</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">;-)</td> <td>Winking smile with nose</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">O:-)</td> <td>I'm an angel (boy)</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">O*-)</td> <td>I'm an angel (girl)</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">|-O</td> <td>Yawn</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">(:-D</td> <td>Gossip, blabbermouth</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">@>--;--</td> <td>Rose</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">@-}---</td> <td>Rose</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">())>---</td> <td>Rose</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">=^.^=</td> <td>Cat</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">O.o</td> <td>Confused</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">C=:-)</td> <td>A chef</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">(\_/)<strong><br /></strong>(<strong>o.o)<br />(___)0</strong></td> <td>A bunny</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">=-O</td> <td>"Uh-oh"</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">~( 8^(I)</td> <td>Homer Simpson</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> <td width="33%"> <table cellspacing="1" border="1" id="table13" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td width="25%"><strong>Icon</strong></td> <td width="75%"><strong>Meaning</strong></td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">:-!</td> <td width="75%">"Foot in mouth"</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">:-D</td> <td width="75%">Laughter</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">:*)</td> <td width="75%">Drunk smile</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">:@</td> <td width="75%">Exclamation "What???"</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">:-@</td> <td width="75%">Scream</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">:-0</td> <td width="75%">Yell</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">%-(</td> <td width="75%">Confused</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">:-----)</td> <td width="75%">Long nose (Liar!)</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">:-.)</td> <td width="75%">Madonna</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">:-($)</td> <td width="75%">Put your money where your mouth is</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">(:I</td> <td width="75%">An egghead</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">|-O</td> <td width="75%">Yawning</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">:@)</td> <td width="75%">Pig smile</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%"><(-_-)></td> <td width="75%">Robot</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">d[-_-]b</td> <td width="75%">DJ with headphones</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">~:0</td> <td width="75%">Baby</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">-@--@-</td> <td width="75%">Eyeglasses</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">\VVV/</td> <td width="75%">King</td> </tr> <tr> <td width="25%">\%%%/</td> <td width="75%">Queen</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </p><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Tue, 01 Sep 2009 22:46:19 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1220911/text-messaging-101-over-60-different-smiley-faces http://activerain.com/blogsview/1216633/have-you-seen-some-of-the-multi-family-property-deals- Have you seen some of the Multi-Family property deals? <p>While doing some BPOs for Bank of America this weekend, I stumbled across some pretty amazing deals in some Multi-family units near the Florida State University and Florida A&M University in Tallahassee, FL. </p> <p>These units had low vacancies due to the proximity to the Universities and produced good rents.  Due to the low turn over in Multi-family sales, the prices has retracted back substantially making them GREAT cash flow investments. </p> <p>I need some investors to capitalize on some of these opportunities. </p> <p>Know anyone?</p> <p>So many investors have been burned on some deals in the last 2-3 years and are reluctant to get back in so soon.  My feeling is this... The opportunities presented to us today may be the type of opportunities you will be "kicking" your self for passing up in the years to come...</p> <p>Many investors are taking advantage of the market opportunities to TOP GRADE their portfolios.  This is where one would sell off their poorly performing assets and replace them with ones with higher yields.</p> <p>Want more information, e-mail me.</p> <p>Til Next Post!-</p><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Sun, 30 Aug 2009 00:02:53 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1216633/have-you-seen-some-of-the-multi-family-property-deals- http://activerain.com/blogsview/1214745/100-financing-eligible-home-for-sale-in-ne-tallahassee-fl 100% financing eligible home for sale in NE Tallahassee, FL <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/5/1/0/8/ar125147827580156.JPG" height="150" alt="" width="200" /></p> <p> Reduced to $150,000</p> <p>9162 Stonehenge Trail Tallahassee, FL 32312</p> <p>3 bedrooms 2 baths 1 car garage 1292 SQF built in 1999</p> <p>USDA 100% financing eligible, this well cared for house in The Glen offers exceptional value. Bright open floor plan with wood floors throughout and recently painted. Large master bedroom & bath with a spacious walk-in closet. Can't forget about the huge tiled screened patio overlooking the privacy fenced backyard. Property overlooks open green space in the front. Sold as-is. Subject to lien holders approval.</p> <p>Visit <a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info">www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</a> for additional information and pictures</p><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Fri, 28 Aug 2009 11:58:26 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1214745/100-financing-eligible-home-for-sale-in-ne-tallahassee-fl http://activerain.com/blogsview/1214491/all-of-the-parties-involved-in-a-real-estate-transaction All of the parties involved in a real estate transaction <p>When you really take the time to think about it.  A real estate transaction is very much like building a house.  A real estate transaction involves, home inspectors, property appraisers, lenders, tittle company, attorney, insurance company, land surveyor, termite inspector, repair persons, real estate agents and the number of people that work for them.  The real estate agent really acts as the Contractor coordinating the Sub-contractors to complete they job in the manner and order necessary to close the deal on time.</p> <p>Each person playing an important part to the transaction and must complete their job in a certain order and time line.  Here is an example of what I mean; You have to have the inspections before you have the repairs done, and you have to have a signed contract before you have an appraisal and survey.  An appraisal is usually required before getting insurance and a loan and so forth.  Like in home building the permits have to be obtained before laying the foundation and foundation dried before the walls put up and so on.</p> <p>I never really thought of myself as a real estate "contractor" but once the house is sold, a Realtor has to take their Salesperson hat off and put their hard hat on.</p> <p>I guess that is what the GREAT Realtors stand out amongst the good Realtors, is their ability to get everyone to work together to make things happen right and on time.</p> <p>-Until next post!</p><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Fri, 28 Aug 2009 09:41:50 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1214491/all-of-the-parties-involved-in-a-real-estate-transaction http://activerain.com/blogsview/1214208/i-closed-another-short-sale-today- I closed another short sale today! <p>I am happy to report that I closed another short sale today and have another closing tomorrow.  Many buyers and agents fear the short sale process and shy away from it.  The general perception is that the deal will drag on forever and will never close.  Buyers are fearful that if they make an offer on a short sale and it doesn't go through they will have wasted all this time and passed up other opportunities, especially with the nearing deadline for the $8,000 tax credit for first time home buyers.</p> <p>Well, here is what you should know about the short sale process.</p> <p>-Most cooperative lenders will turn a short sale approval around in less than 45 days.</p> <p>-Buyers usually purchase the property 10% or more BELOW market value.</p> <p>-Lien holders often allow seller paid closing costs on behalf of buyer.</p> <p>-If handled properly, a full commission is usually approved, and it is a win-win for everyone.</p> <p>-Sellers should beware of companies that request up front monies to handle your short sale or ask that you start making your payments to them.</p> <p>-A qualified and experienced Realtor can help you determine all your options and handle the process for you on a commission for performance basis.</p> <p>-There is also a free legal hot line that can our clients with legal advice in short sale/Pre-foreclosure situations.</p> <p>Call me if you or someone you know need to find out more information about that options might be available to them.</p> <p>Always happy to help and share the good news of the Tallahassee Market.</p> <p> </p><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Thu, 27 Aug 2009 22:48:59 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1214208/i-closed-another-short-sale-today- http://activerain.com/blogsview/1203583/se-tallahassee-remodel-that-will-knock-your-socks-off- SE Tallahassee Remodel that will KNOCK your socks off! <embed name="vflyer-widget-01" bgcolor="#ffffff" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" src="http://www.vflyer.com/home/flash/widgets/widget07.swf?id=1475152&host=www.vflyer.com" allowscriptaccess="sameDomain" flashvars="id=1475152&host=www.vflyer.com" height="327" width="220"></embed><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Thu, 20 Aug 2009 13:24:39 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1203583/se-tallahassee-remodel-that-will-knock-your-socks-off- http://activerain.com/blogsview/1201974/some-signs-of-life-to-the-tallahassee-real-estate-market Some signs of life to the Tallahassee Real Estate Market <p>This summer has been great for the Tallahassee real estate market.  We have seen some signs of improving conditions.  By that I mean homes have been selling a little bit faster than previously because there has been more buyer activity.  There has also been a small retraction of the total number of homes for sale which is also a good sign.  However there has been no sign of prices going back up just yet, as we still an over supply of homes for sale and the foreclosures and short sales are still putting downward pressure on prices.</p> <p>Here is what to watch for... The next 4 months are generally the slowest for the market so we have that to face at the same time that the first time home buyer tax incentive comes to an end.  Some say the end of the year could bring about a sharp decline in prices to reach the bottom and start seeing more "natural" buyer activity on a continuing basis once that happens.</p> <p>Overall the Tallahassee market has fared well compared to other markets and it is fair to say that if we are nat the bottom we are near it and it is only a matter of time before tides change and we start the long road to recovery.</p> <p>Til next post-</p> <p> </p> <p>Mike</p> <p>-- <br />Mike Carlos<br />REALTOR, CHMS, AHWD<br />Mike Carlos & Associates<br />Keller Williams Town & Country Realty<br />(850) 251-7397 Phone<br />(850) 531-8362 Fax<br />www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info<br /><br />***If you know anyone looking to buy or sell real estate, please call me so I can help them.  I can also help people avoid foreclosure on their home so please think of me when you talk real estate.</p><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Wed, 19 Aug 2009 13:04:49 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1201974/some-signs-of-life-to-the-tallahassee-real-estate-market http://activerain.com/blogsview/1140748/incredible-opportunities-for-buyers Incredible opportunities for buyers <p>These days I wish I was a first time home buyer.  With the low interest rates, 100% loans available with no mortgage insurance and the $8,000 tax credit... it is such a great time for buyers to take advantage of all of these incentives and get a great deal.  For example, presently there are 18 single family homes for sale between 109k-150k in great neighborhoods in NE & NW neighborhoods.  Combining the 100% financing and seller pais closings costs buyers can still buy a home with little to no money down.  As a matter of fact get paid $8,000 to buy a home.  Doesn't get much better than this...!!!</p><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Sat, 04 Jul 2009 23:56:35 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1140748/incredible-opportunities-for-buyers http://activerain.com/blogsview/768525/2-more-successful-short-sale-in-tallahassee-in-less-than-90-days-start-to-finish 2 more successful short sale in Tallahassee in less than 90 days start to finish <p>I know it seems like short sales sometimes don't have an end in sight.  However don't get discouraged, because for every bad story you hear there are the good ones.  In the past 30 days I have been able to close 2 properties within 90 days from the original list date.  The properties were on the market less than 30 days and the approval process with the bank took less than 30 days and then the buyers both closed within 30 days.  I also received a offer on another short sale listing and we received a response from the bank in 24 hours and 24 hours later had it negotiated.  We are hopping to close on this one within 30 days as well.  I wanted to write this to let agents know that even though short sales a more work and require patience, they are a great way to not only help your buyer get a great deal but also to help a seller out of foreclosure.  I have been fortunate with my successes in short sales and have received many referrals from other agents that didn't feel up to the short sale challenge and we have created a win-win situation for everyone.  So if you have a potential short sale seller candidate and don't feel that you have the time to dedicate of the knoledge necessary to list a short sale, call or e-mail me and I will be happy to discuss it with you.</p> <p> </p> <p>Mike Carlos</p> <p>Keller Williams Realty</p> <p>Tallahassee, FL 32309</p> <p>850-656-9080</p> <p><span><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@kw.com">MikeCarlos</a><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@kw.com"></a><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@kw.com">@kw.com</a>   </span></p><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Fri, 31 Oct 2008 11:40:02 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/768525/2-more-successful-short-sale-in-tallahassee-in-less-than-90-days-start-to-finish http://activerain.com/blogsview/697688/3593-coyote-creek-tallahassee-fl-short-sale-opportunity-reduced 3593 Coyote Creek Tallahassee FL SHORT SALE Opportunity-Reduced <p>3593 Coyote Creek Tallahassee FL SHORT SALE Opportunity</p> <p>3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1 Car garage, 1375 Sq. Ft. built in 2005</p> <p>Short Sale List Price $150,000 (Reduced)</p> <p>Short Sale Opportunity! Great 3/2 with open floorplan. Large family room is open to Kitchen and eat-in area, great for entertaining. A beautiful deck is just outside the french doors in the kitchen, BBQ anyone? This home features a 1 car garage, inside utility,walk-in closets, tile floors,custom window treatments, and backs to greenspace. All offers and commission subject to lein holder approval. As/is w/ right to inspect.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/7/5/4/5/ar122176404554576.jpg" height="190" alt="" width="285" /></p> <p> </p> <p> </p><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Thu, 18 Sep 2008 14:00:56 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/697688/3593-coyote-creek-tallahassee-fl-short-sale-opportunity-reduced http://activerain.com/blogsview/697649/3157-buckhead-trace-in-southwood-tallahassee-fl-269-900 3157 Buckhead Trace in Southwood, Tallahassee FL-$269,900 <p>3157 Buckhead Trace in Southwood, Tallahassee FL 32311-PRICE REDUCED</p> <p>Beautifull Home in Southwood community Tallahassee, FL.</p> <p>3 Bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2 car garage, 1953 Sq. Ft. built in 2002</p> <p>1/4 Acre lot partially fenced, Wood floors, crown molding and much more.</p> <p>Southwood offers miles of walking trails, Acres of natural preserves,</p> <p>A community Pool, tennis courts and a Award winning Public Semi-Private Golf Course.</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/1/5/3/9/ar122176317993515.jpg" height="190" alt="" width="285" /></p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/3/7/8/4/9/ar122176323594873.jpg" height="190" alt="" width="285" /></p> <p>This 3/2.5 home is beautifully decorated and well maintained, it has crown molding,wood floors,oak kitchen cabinets,upgraded light fixtures, separate tub and shower in spacious master bath, lots of storage,separate formal dining room, eat-in kitchen and a home office. Very large back yard and is partially fenced.This home is truly move-in ready. Call</p><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Thu, 18 Sep 2008 13:47:48 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/697649/3157-buckhead-trace-in-southwood-tallahassee-fl-269-900 http://activerain.com/blogsview/697619/1310-russell-st-tallahassee-fl-32310-short-sale-great-buy- 1310 Russell St. Tallahassee, FL 32310-Short Sale Great Buy. <p>1310 Russell St. Tallahassee, FL 32310</p> <p>3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 1260 sq.ft., 1/4 Acre lot, built in 1992</p> <p> Short Sale List Price $85,000 ($67 per sq.ft.)</p> <p>****Attention parents, investors and first time home buyers****</p> <p>***This property is located a few blocks from Florida A&M University, truly in walking distance. ***</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/9/4/8/1/8/ar1221762581849.jpg" height="190" alt="" width="253" /></p> <p>Short Sale Opportunity.Large 3/2 for the money,close to universities in walking distance to FAMU. New A/c and waterheater tons of potential. Offers and Commission subject to Lien holder approval.</p><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Thu, 18 Sep 2008 13:35:56 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/697619/1310-russell-st-tallahassee-fl-32310-short-sale-great-buy- http://activerain.com/blogsview/697603/2660-hartsfield-rd-tallahassee-fl-short-sale-great-buy 2660 Hartsfield Rd. Tallahassee, FL Short Sale Great Buy <p> 2660 HARTSFIELD RD. Tallahassee, FL 32303</p> <p>3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 1 Car Garage</p> <p>1170 Sq. Ft. 1/4 Acre lot, built in 1990</p> <p>Fireplace, Vaulted ceilings, Screened Patio, fenced yard.</p> <p>Short Sale List Price $125,000, MLS#188040</p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/3/8/2/8/8/ar122176185088283.jpg" height="241" alt="" width="364" /></p> <p>Short sale opportunity. Great Location near FSU and TCC. Generous family room with Vaulted ceiling and fireplace. Big screened patio and large privacy fenced backyard. Plenty of parking, in fact could probably accommodate RV. This home needs some love but, would be great with a little elbow grease. Please call Mike to show 656-9080 As-is w/right to inspect. All offers and commission subject to Lien Holders approval.</p><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Thu, 18 Sep 2008 13:27:11 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/697603/2660-hartsfield-rd-tallahassee-fl-short-sale-great-buy http://activerain.com/blogsview/687368/it-s-that-time-again It's that time again <p>Not sure about other states but here in Florida it's license renewal time.  Everyone is running around trying to get their 12 hours of continuing education.  I am sitting in a core law class that I signed up months ago.  The last 2 classes got filled up so fast that I had to take this last minute class.  Thank goodness my Board of Realtors is holding this class for the many of us that needed it.  I actually have my 12 hours of continuing education but I need an additional 3 hours of Core Law.  It is funny to see that I am not the only one waiting until the last minute to get this requirement done since there are about 95 people in the class and most of them very tenured.  Is this the same in your state or area?</p> <p>Mike Carlos-Realtor</p> <p>Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</p> <p>Tallahassee, FL</p><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Fri, 12 Sep 2008 08:16:50 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/687368/it-s-that-time-again http://activerain.com/blogsview/674580/short-sale-blogging Short sale blogging <p>hello everyone-I hope to be able to get great tips for short sale from blogging about shorts.</p><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Thu, 04 Sep 2008 13:55:51 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/674580/short-sale-blogging http://activerain.com/blogsview/674560/where-do-people-get-this-from- where do people get this from? <p>I was glad that Keller Williams took out an ad in the Florida Realtor magazine to try and address the <br />"Cult" references, very cleverly done might I add.  For those of you that did not see it said</p> <p><strong>RUMOR</strong></p> <p><em><strong>Keller Williams is a cult-They may even make you drink the Koolaid</strong></em></p> <p><strong>REALITY</strong></p> <p><strong>Funny! At Keller Williams we have culture.  A culture where we care about each other and we share ideas and information.  If that's a cult, bring on the Koolaid!</strong></p> <p>I have been with Keller Williams for 4 months and I don't see what they are talking about.  There is nothing cult-like here at all.  Just alot of genuine people who want to see you succeeded.  I hear this all the time and I hope someone can help me find out what people are referring to when they talk about Keller Williams being like a cult.  Does anyone know what they are talking about???</p> <p>Mike Carlos-Realtor</p> <p>Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</p> <p>Tallahassee, FL</p> <p> </p><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Thu, 04 Sep 2008 13:47:11 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/674560/where-do-people-get-this-from- http://activerain.com/blogsview/577770/short-sales Short Sales <p>Short sales is an area of real estate I'm afraid we are all going to encounter given the market conditions.  I have had the opportunity to learn from several experienced agent and I have had great success with them.  I must however share with the folks considering working short sales...BE PREPARED!!!  They will involve a lot of your time and energy and you will have to fight for your hard earned commission.  You will have to be VERY patient and also make sure that you reserve enough time to conduct other business since Short sales are so unpredictable.  In the end you will be doing something that is priceless to your customer, preserve their credit history and enable them to purchase another sooner than foreclosure.  Be sure to get an experienced agents help if you are new to them as there is really no room for error and your license is not worth the risk, pay a referral fee and learn from it.  Good Luck and take this for what it's worth... I have yet to find a bank that did not come to some sort of agreement in a short sale situation, they don't want to foreclose and take it under asset, I don't care what they tell you.</p><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Thu, 03 Jul 2008 16:55:22 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/577770/short-sales http://activerain.com/blogsview/575274/new-additional-domain-names New/Additional domain names <p><strong><em>MakeYourMoveWithMike.com</em></strong> has been around for almost 6 years now but it was time to add some additional domain names to the site.  You can now access the site by going to <em><strong>MikeCarlos.com</strong></em>, pretty self explanatory, I just thought it was important that I register my name to get more exposure when people search for me on the web.  I also registered and liked <strong><em>SouthwoodLots.com</em></strong> to appeal to buyers and sellers of building lots in the Southwood community.  I will look at add some additional ones in the near future but for now this gives everyone a few easy choices to remember one of the site domain names.</p><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:11:48 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/575274/new-additional-domain-names http://activerain.com/blogsview/482524/tallahassee-fl-real-estate-market-is-heating-up- Tallahassee, FL Real Estate Market is Heating up!!! <p>Tallahassee, FL Real Estate Market is Heating up!!!</p><p>Don't let the media fool you.  The market is heating up and buyers are starting to realize the opportunities out there.  </p><p> AGENTS!!! Get your forks, get out there and get you a piece of this pie while it's hot!</p><p>Happy selling-</p><p>Mike Carlos</p><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Thu, 24 Apr 2008 08:54:12 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/482524/tallahassee-fl-real-estate-market-is-heating-up- http://activerain.com/blogsview/475854/open-houses-how-do-you-hold-an-successful-one- Open Houses-How do you hold an successful one? <p>I have been asking everyone to share their success for holding open houses.  I have done 5 trillion of them and just can't seem to get them right.  I am sure it is my attutide towards them but I am going to make a commitment to really try harder and look at them as a source of leads instead of a waste of time.  However I would like to know what you all do to make sure your time is well spent on Sunday afternoons.  Any tips or aids you can share with me? </p><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Sat, 19 Apr 2008 17:57:37 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/475854/open-houses-how-do-you-hold-an-successful-one- http://activerain.com/blogsview/472463/heard-the-saying-buyers-are-liars-here-are-my-thoughts Heard the saying? "Buyers are liars" Here are my thoughts <p>I am not one to judge and jump to conclusions and don't like general comments like "Buyers are Liars" but I have to tell you this week has made it hard for me to not feel that way.  I have had 2 separate buyers tell me they were not working with an agent (I always ask twice) and I showed them homes to find out they had already seem homes a Realtor and wanted to have another look and decided to make the offer with the other agent because they showed it to them first.  I know I need to start using a buyer's brokerage agreement but it is just not accepted here in our market.  I am taking a course here at Keller Williams to teach us the best ways to ask and get BBA signed but it still doen't explain why buyers feel the need to lie and waste people's time.  Just venting I guess since it happened twice in the same week.  </p><p>Your comments & suggestions-Please!</p><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Thu, 17 Apr 2008 08:13:04 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/472463/heard-the-saying-buyers-are-liars-here-are-my-thoughts http://activerain.com/blogsview/466612/the-power-of-synergy-in-real-estate The Power of Synergy in Real Estate <p><strong> The Power of Synergy in Real Estate</strong></p><p>As you all know I recently moved to Keller Williams.  I have to tell you all that I had no idea that my work environment and the people that surround me would have such a dramatic effect on my business.  </p><p>Only being in my second week and still dealing with transition stuff to put it nicely.  I managed to get 2 new listings, showed 2 buyers and write a contract for one of them, went to 2 other listing appointments that I am confident will get signed this coming week and scheduled 2 more listing appointments for next next.  I also received 2 offers on one of my listings (can you say multiple offers, say what!!!!!)</p><p>All this to emphasize the POWER of Synergy as surrounding yourself with successful people with Drive can only fuel you if you have it in you!!!</p><p>Happy Selling Everyone!</p><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Sun, 13 Apr 2008 05:16:18 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/466612/the-power-of-synergy-in-real-estate http://activerain.com/blogsview/463994/realtor-certifications-designations Realtor Certifications/Designations <p><strong>Realtor Certifications/Designations</strong></p><p>Well I did it, I got my first designation yesterday, <em><strong>AHWD or At Home With Diversity</strong></em>.  By far it is not the most recognizable but one everyone should obtain for the knowledge it offers.  I was amazed to find out how there were so many cultural differences I was not even aware of.  Many things we do on a daily basis without a thought can be very offensive when dealing with someone from a different culture.  It was eye opening for sure and I hope to be able to build and develop better relationships with multi cultural clients.  At the beginning of the class everyone was so uncomfortable about the topics discussed but by the end of the class we all had a more open mind towards the topic and a better understanding of the many cultural differences.  I highly recommend it to everyone as I will not only make you a better Realtor but also a better person.</p><div class='agent_signature'><p> </p> <p><img style="float: left;" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/8/4/6/ar125147124164875.jpg" alt="" width="210" height="246" /></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos-Realtor, CHMS, AHWD</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Mike Carlos & Associates</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com"></a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Keller Williams Town & Country Realty</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;">Tallahassee, FL</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;">(850) 251-7397</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: georgia,palatino;"><a href="mailto:MikeCarlos@KW.com">MikeCarlos@KW.com</a></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Georgia;"><a href="http://www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info"><em><strong>www.MakeYourMoveWithMike.info</strong></em></a></span></p></div> Mike Carlos Tallahassee FL Realtor (Keller Williams Town & Country Realty) Fri, 11 Apr 2008 07:38:15 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/463994/realtor-certifications-designations