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Coldwell Bankers YouTube ONLOCATION

Ron Hackett, CRS,GRI,ABR,SRES,e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills) — Sat, 09 May 2009 11:07:09 -0500

Okay all you Coldwell Banker Blue, what do you think of the new ONLOCATION channel with YOUTUBE?

Mentoring for new agents

Ron Hackett, CRS,GRI,ABR,SRES,e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills) — Sun, 15 Jul 2007 14:38:36 -0500

I am looking for dialogue about your thoughts on Mentoring . Here are a few examples to start it out.

A. How much should a mentor be compensated?

B. How long should mentorship with a new agent last?

C. Should a meeting with mentee it be scheduled the first part and last part of the day?

D. Whats the accountability to broker and mentor?

E. Whats your feedback ?

I am open to all information that applies to mentoring, your help would be greatly appreciated.

Proud to be a Texan

Ron Hackett, CRS,GRI,ABR,SRES,e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills) — Fri, 06 Jul 2007 20:02:31 -0500

Moving from Maine to Texas

Learning how to be a Texan, heck I thought all you had to do was buy a cowboy hat and a pair of boots and learn to say howdy or y'all. I keep getting teased about my dialec like saying caw instead of car, or pawk instead of park and the next one which got me in trouble was pawty instead of party.

I was watching TV recently its called "Texas Country Reporter" and they showed a Adult educational class in Kerrville named How to act like a Texan. Not only is the cowboy attire required but learning to say Y'ALL and as your driving lifting your index finger indicating hi.

One of the things I have learned since I have moved here is Texans are very proud and very very patriotic. Texas has its own pledge to the flag, I was and am so impressed with the Texan culture.

My question to you Y'ALL tell me what makes you so proud to be a Texan and your story...

Rons Neighborhood "Los Cedros Loop, Kerrville, Texas"

Ron Hackett, CRS,GRI,ABR,SRES,e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills) — Fri, 06 Jul 2007 19:35:39 -0500

Thought I'd tell you a story about my neighborhood, there are about 50 homes and most are Garden homes. I think the avertage age is around 65 or better. There aren't very many children except when my grandchildren stop by. Everyone comments about how good my grandchildren are and I have to agree with them.

Over the past year homes have sold anywhere from $165,000 to $235,000, there have been 5 homes built since I've moved here in November 2004. Now there is no more building spots and we are all happy that no more construction crews are hammering away.

Last week one of my neighbors called and said we will be gone for a couple of weeks and asked if I would watch their home. In our neighborhood we have our own security system. My wife usually bakes a loaf of bread and a freshly homemade jar of preserves/jelly when someone new moves in. Typically homes sell here because of a job transfer or someone got sick or died heaven forbide

My neighbor stopped by a little while ago and gave me a strawberry pie. Its an awesome neighborhood. Here are a couple of homes for sale listed by another company.

SOLD

Sold in Sept 07 for$223,000, 3br. 2 bath, brick, stucco construction

More neighborhood pictures to follow

Sold for #230,000 in June 2006, 3 br. 2 bath, rock 2400 sq. ft, currently on the market for $276,000

Rons Journal

Ron Hackett, CRS,GRI,ABR,SRES,e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills) — Sun, 01 Jul 2007 14:16:26 -0500

Rons Journal in Kerrville, Texas

Welcome to my daily Journal, this is kind of new to me but I am told that it will help me become a better me here goes feel free to comment.

July 1st, 2007

1:00pm I had a hard time sleeping last night thinking about hiring someone to fix the land scaping in my neighbors yard because I have a zero lot line. Its been kind of stressful for me and my wife our home has been in dissarray since the 2nd week of March of this year due to a huge rain storm and water came in my house mainly due to the grade and level of soil . Anyway its been ongoing wife says sell live in a travel trailer. Its been way stressful for her.

2:00pm So I'm thinking about it 24/7 , in the mean time we are getting ready for our daughter and grandchildren from El Paso, Texas we just found out they are on their way and are in Balymeara, Texas they are letting our grandchildren swim they love the water, my grandson Kyle has hi birthday on July 4th and he likes to come to the "Lake" its actually the Guadalupe River where we will picnic and listen to the music and then enjoy the fireworks. The real estate has taken a back burner until I can get the situation on the soil next to my house.

7:00pm Well my daughter hasn't arrived yet but should be here soon with, watching TV and seeing that there might be a flash flood, thats all I need, still working on fixing my neighbors yard.

8:30pm well they finally arrived safe and sound. Kids hungry and probably tired but sure don't act like it. Well everyone is eating something I'm chillin and getting ready for a Rotary meeting, I just got installed as president this year and looking to have a good year.

July 3 It was a busy day still havent got my grade done on the side of the house. I did call a Realtor friend in our office who used to landscape and he is coming over on July 5th hopefully he can help me get this taken care of

July 4th WOW what a day, loaded everything up grandchildren, grill, keg of beer, tons of food ,canopy ,chairs and my 2 dachsunds , it rained almost the entire time we were there talk about stressful 5 boys swimming in river, and one turned 7 today he had a great time. We finally got home around 6:30 tonight . The band which was going to play and the fireworks got cancelled in a way it was a relief. I can relax a little. Wife is beat but guess what grandchildren are outside playing croquet..wow did I ever get tired when I was younger?

July 5th Well another day goes by, had a guy come over and he said he can get the drainage issue done , hopefully next week. wife is all in an uproar because I told her there isn't guarantees espiecally if we got 20 inches in 4 hrs . She is very frustrated and wants to get the house together. Well grandkids are still here and they are leaving for El Paso in the morning. They went fishing today caught a small perch and they fried it up.

July 6th I started working on my journal and had to process an offer, pick up a lock box, sign off from an expired listing, well I don't get many expires but this happened to be a 3 month listing. So I printed out some TREPAC letters to (for those who don't know its Real estate Political Action Comittee) it takes money to convince politicians about items which is beneficial to the consumer and our industry)

4:00pm I just got home and wife had me barbecue some beef for our kids and grandkids, they are heading back to El Paso tomorrow, shes over the stove making her traditional German schneitzel, and sweating like crazy.

July 7th 12:30pm Well there is peace and quiet, dogs not barking all the time which by the way is not the kids fault , I have some strange dachsunds but wife is sad that they left, she gets stressed and wants to cook but doesn't want to cook. They will be coming back on August 7th because our oldest grand daughter has to be back at the University before freshmen orientation. The last time our graddaughter drove from El Paso by herself she got in an accident. We had to drive to Ft. Stockton she was not in the mood to drive , oh by the way she is a cutee.

July 8th Well another Sunday has gone by, quiet and peaceful but sad and oh dogs are not barking either. me and the wife went to a shopping center called "World market" it was pretty cool ended up buying a coffee maker cost almost hundred bucks. Oh well only live once. Well fireworks are scheduled for this evening, not sure if I want to go (cozy). Kids may go, they will give us a call later. Oh! I got a call from another agent and she said that someone stopped by to put an offer on some land and she also asked me to write the offer. I'm not sure what the deal is it we shall see tomorrow.

July 10th I missed a day, had the grandchildren and parents over, it was pizza night and watched a movie it was pretty cool, Today had an office meeting and presented everyone in the office with the "Ten Commandments for a buyer" got a lot of laughs and comments, I got it from one of the blogs on Active Rain , sorry I didn't bookmark it and owe credit to whomever posted that. I also asked everyone if they would be willing to do a community project and we would call it "Company with a heart" our companies name ic Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills. I got a lot of positive feed back so we shall see what happens.

July 15th I am getting lazy in writing in my journal The last couple of days has been busy with real estate classes and such. This week is going to be busy but I like it that way, still haven't fixed the side of my house, I'm waiting for a realtor friend on mine whi is an ex landscaper and he is going to do it, He was by far the most pleasant and had a good answer for all my questions. I can't wait to get it done, wife will appreciate that thas for sure.

Selling Your Home - The Process

Ron Hackett, CRS,GRI,ABR,SRES,e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills) — Sat, 30 Jun 2007 21:11:04 -0500

Mr. Seller as a real estate professional for over 12 years, what are your expectations when hiring an agent?

What should be his qualifications?

What do you expect in advertising?

How do you think the listing company should be compensated?

What kind of marketing do you expect?

What is your age?

Do you think education is important?

What is your overall opinion of a real estate agent?

Do you know the difference between a licensed agent and realtor?

Please add whatever you'd like. I want to represent my clients with the utmost professionalism and expertise.

Regional Coldwell Banker

Ron Hackett, CRS,GRI,ABR,SRES,e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills) — Fri, 29 Jun 2007 15:12:28 -0500

I am wondering if the Coldwell Banker representitives ever thought about having regional meetings with different offices and different speakers and enjoy a couple of days of learning, net working and just plain o fun. It appears that the Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage companies are sharing in thought, marketing, networking and just plain fun.

Your thoughts and concerns about that would be appreciated.

Senior Ideas

Ron Hackett, CRS,GRI,ABR,SRES,e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills) — Wed, 30 May 2007 18:33:09 -0500

Any thoughts that will help when working with Seniors, remember it starts at age 50 .

Lead Router

Ron Hackett, CRS,GRI,ABR,SRES,e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills) — Tue, 29 May 2007 20:17:56 -0500

What is your opinion good or bad about Leadrouter?

Working a FSBO?

Ron Hackett, CRS,GRI,ABR,SRES,e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills) — Mon, 28 May 2007 21:40:08 -0500

What are some of the ideas does anyone have when trying to get a FSBO listing?

Capturing e-Mail addresses

Ron Hackett, CRS,GRI,ABR,SRES,e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills) — Mon, 28 May 2007 20:29:48 -0500

Any idea would help

Capturing E-Mail adresses

Ron Hackett, CRS,GRI,ABR,SRES,e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills) — Mon, 28 May 2007 20:10:48 -0500

Visit the above group any idea would be appreciated.

Capturing E-Mail Addresses

Ron Hackett, CRS,GRI,ABR,SRES,e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills) — Mon, 28 May 2007 20:08:31 -0500

Any comment would be greatly appreciated. Please go to the above group

Transfer Tax in Different States

Ron Hackett, CRS,GRI,ABR,SRES,e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills) — Mon, 28 May 2007 13:06:56 -0500

Can you give me an idea in different states, on whether your state has transfer tax?

Texas Hill Country

Ron Hackett, CRS,GRI,ABR,SRES,e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills) — Mon, 28 May 2007 12:54:29 -0500

Tell me about your vist it Kerrville in the Texas Hill Country

Guadalupe River

Rowdy Tree Resorts

Hunting and fishing and water sports,

Visit Roddy Tree resorts in Hunt, Tx

Kerrville Folk Festival
36th Annual Kerrville Folk Festival
May 24 - June 10, 2007

Eighteen great days of musical events, starting the Thursday before Memorial Day at the outdoor theater at Quiet Valley Ranch. Enjoy excellent music on the scenic campgrounds. Food and beverage available. Fees vary according to days attending. Quiet Valley Ranch is located 9 miles south of Kerrville on Hwy. 16.
For General Information Call 830-257-3600
Tickets Only - 800-435-8429

16th Kerrville Wine & Music Festival

Aug 31 - Sept 2, 2007 (details forthcoming)
Kerrville Wine & Music Festival

Labor Day Weekend. A four-day condensed version of the internationally famous 18-day Folk Festival. Original songwriters and entertainers from all over the nation perform. Wine tasting, crafts, food services and camping are available
For General Information Call 830-257-3600
Tickets Only - 1-800-435-8429

Texas State Arts & Crafts Fair

Two hundred of the state's best artists and craftsmen are carefully selected to exhibit. On-site demonstrations of authentic Texas crafts, children's activities, food and entertainment.
Memorial Day Weekend at River Star Art & Events Park off Riverside Drive. For Ticket Information, call 830-896-5711

Easter Weekend Activities

Hill Country Bike Tour & Chili Cook-Off
Enjoy three days of fully supported riding including a full century on Saturday through some of the best scenery in Texas. Or participate in the 1.5K run or 5k run at Singing Wind Park. As well as Chili & BBQ Cook-Off with with activities for the whole family: armadillo races, Easter egg hunt, crawfish racing, washer tournament and more. Contact 830-792-3535

What are your methods?

Ron Hackett, CRS,GRI,ABR,SRES,e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills) — Mon, 28 May 2007 11:48:22 -0500

Lets start with a few ideas:

(1). Ask everyone and anyone?

(2). Ask your sphere?

(3). Ask your farm area in your correspondence?

Waht are your methods?

Ron Hackett, CRS,GRI,ABR,SRES,e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills) — Mon, 28 May 2007 11:47:14 -0500

Any help would be appreciated.

Kerrville Folk festival

Ron Hackett, CRS,GRI,ABR,SRES,e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills) — Mon, 28 May 2007 11:33:44 -0500

If anyone has any experiences good or bad would you like to share?

ColdwellBankerworks

Ron Hackett, CRS,GRI,ABR,SRES,e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills) — Mon, 28 May 2007 11:21:57 -0500

How does everyone feel about the recent coldwellbankerworks website?

Sweathogs

Ron Hackett, CRS,GRI,ABR,SRES,e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills) — Sun, 27 May 2007 00:05:58 -0500

Does Floyd have an up to date sweathog program?

Real Estate Transfer Tax in Texas

Ron Hackett, CRS,GRI,ABR,SRES,e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills) — Sat, 26 May 2007 21:56:11 -0500

What are your thoughts?

Tax on services in Texas

Ron Hackett, CRS,GRI,ABR,SRES,e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills) — Sat, 26 May 2007 21:54:21 -0500

What are your thoughts?

Retired Army Real Estate professional

Ron Hackett, CRS,GRI,ABR,SRES,e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills) — Sat, 26 May 2007 21:49:11 -0500

If your active duty or retired and am looking to move to Kerrville in the Texas Hill Country please contact me at your leisure.

Memorial Day

Ron Hackett, CRS,GRI,ABR,SRES,e-Pro (Coldwell Banker Heart of the Hills) — Sat, 26 May 2007 20:38:25 -0500

May all those forgotton in wars to make our nation safe be remembered on such a solemn holiday