fairfield: The Circle of WildLife in Fairfield County Connecticut (Beware: Graphic Photographs) - 05/06/09 06:42 PM
Although it is best to keep your eyes on the road while driving down the winding roads, it is amazing that sometimes you can see some of the wild life that is usually hidden in the shadows of the thick trees.
At a quick glance I thought I spied small stray dog, and pulled my car … (0 comments)
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fairfield: Is Increasing Commission a Subliminal Bail-out for Real Estate Companies to Retain Agents? - 03/29/09 03:22 PM
This is a very interesting article. It made me think and ask questions.
Commission rates up, but agents earn less
Study reveals reverse trend in seller's market
By Bernice Ross, Sunday, March 29, 2009
My comment was as follows:
Is this an advertisement for Keller Williams?
..."KW reported a 2 percent … (2 comments)
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fairfield: News That Moves??? - 03/28/09 07:16 AM
There is no HOORAH for a change in housing. Just a steady hum of hope for better days.
I was reading the housing market headlines, and was trying to do the math. What is the public perception of the housing market based on these stories?
I see that home prices rose in January and home sales … (0 comments)
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fairfield: A Professional and Purposeful Life at 88 Years Old - 03/26/09 02:42 PM
If you have ever read any of my posts you know that I have grammatically faux pas'd here, and misspelled there. My mind is faster than my fingers. But good fortune has smiled upon me. I have my own professional editor. My father-in-law, Robert Baron Ruthman.
"Uncle Bob", as he is affectionately known, was a … (5 comments)
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fairfield: Home Buyer Survey: What Would It Take For You To Buy A Home In Today's Housing Market? - 03/05/09 12:33 PM
You must have seen the television commercials out there: homebuyers are sitting on the fence waiting to buy a house, or kicking themselves in the butt because they missed an opportunity to purchase a home....but what is important to you.
What is important to you? What would get you to move in today's … (0 comments)
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fairfield: Big Real Estate Company Exposure Using A Small Company - Value Marketing - 02/26/09 02:44 PM
It has been said a million times, print advertising does not sell homes.
Say it with me again, print advertising does not sell homes.
That's right! Print advertising does not sell homes.
Home Buyers Are Online. (Print advertising is usually marketed online, as well).
Big Real Estate Company versus Small Real Estate Company
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fairfield: Plastic Film on Windows - Is That A No-No When Selling - 01/18/09 10:12 AM
Recently while looking for properties for a first time homebuyer,
I came across a photograph of a lovely older home. As I added the charming home to my list for showing, a certain thing caught my eye: "Plastic film on the windows".
Buyers have concerns about fuel costs, and homes being efficient. The plastic … (11 comments)
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fairfield: The Voter Next to Me - 11/04/08 04:55 PM
Like many good Americans, I voted today.
I stood in line for only a few minutes, and was quite pleased when I was finally handed my red folder with a single piece of paper inside.
A gentleman pointed me in the direction of a free privacy cubicle. I walked … (7 comments)
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fairfield: House on the Side of the Road - 10/20/08 09:15 PM
Before I go to sleep in a bed that is well-over 150 years old, and quite opulent with a deeply carved headboard reaching over 8 feet tall. I walk past a fireplace, and glance at a small silhouette wall-hanging. It is not in pristine condition, but I love (and live by) the sentiment on the glass which … (0 comments)
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fairfield: An Ethical Question Regarding Customer Thank You Testimonials - 10/12/08 02:47 PM
Last night I received a wonderful email thanking me for the good job we have done on following up on a transaction. In this, "makes me feel good - that's why I am in real estate" kind of email, the customer mentions the name of the company that they were working with … (9 comments)
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fairfield: Private and Confidential Post - Many Thanks To Robert A. Swetz - 10/10/08 02:31 PM
Home : Nevada : Clark County : Las Vegas : ROBERT A.SWETZ
Dear Robert,
Thank you for your thoughtful consideration for the "creature" feature! A Small Creature In My Garden
Looking through my PC windows at the Activerain community, I have noticed you are an exceptional person.
Lots of … (0 comments)
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fairfield: Re-Invent the Wheel - Especially If It Has Not Been A Goodyear. - 09/22/08 04:24 PM
Well, it hasn't been a Goodyear (pun intended) for the housing market. Which reminds me of a manager I once knew who said, "Why Re-invent the Wheel"? This was his way of a mind-obstacle; discouraging agents from leaving the company path.
For me, being a co-dependent independent contractor was not the road I wanted … (0 comments)
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fairfield: Unnatural Nature - Venti Puff Balls - 09/22/08 04:07 PM
Our weather in Fairfield County Connecticut has been a little damp latey, and strange things are appearing. As I drove down my driveway, I saw three balls nestled near the drain. I thought perhaps the neighbor kids up the street lost their soccer balls. On closer examination, and the lack of black, … (0 comments)
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fairfield: Don't Let 'Em Guess About Your Intent - 09/22/08 03:32 PM
Inspired by: Bad Members or Just Bad Posts?
Mary Bowen, The Woodlands Texas Real Estate & Relocation Specialist The Woodlands, TX
Thank you, Mary
I agree whole-heartedly with Mary's post. I also respect the fact that she wrote such a great post with some not so great things going on in … (0 comments)
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fairfield: Lehman Brothers "Memoriabilia" on eBay - 09/22/08 11:16 AM
643 results found for "Lehman Brothers" on eBAY. I suppose that is one way to make a buck after you cleaned out your desk.
I found the Global Conference Binder and Materials is probably an interesting read, and probably the best value: FREE Shipping.
Lehman Brothers Global Conference Binder … (0 comments)
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fairfield: BIGGEST NEWSPAPER ADVERTISERS - DO THEY GET VIP TREATMENT IN NEWSPAPER ARTICLES? - 09/21/08 03:15 PM
What is the real FREEDOM OF THE PRESS? Well, we know that print adveritising is definitely not FREE.
My question is:
Do newspapers charge "advertisers" to be included in news articles?
I know newspapers sell bulk advertising, and will even negotiate those prices. But, does how much a real estate company pays in … (0 comments)
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fairfield: Competing Managers - Competing More - 09/18/08 03:48 PM
Flipping through the local paper, there is a PR article regarding the Assistant Sales Manager of an office as being the Top Selling Sales Associate. Of course, in the article her actual position with the office is not disclosed.
Recently, from the same office, the Sales Manager sent out flyers with her own photo … (0 comments)
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fairfield: Open House Reminder-Properly Store Prescription Medication - 09/12/08 10:45 AM
This morning there was a "friendly reminder" about the Prescription Medications on the Greater Fairfield County MLS. see below:
Welcome To The Greater Fairfield County CMLS
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fairfield: Connecticut Home Sales Down - 09/11/08 08:04 AM
Home Sales Down More Than 20 Percent. Again.
Single-family home sales in Connecticut plunged 23.8 percent in July from a year ago, the ninth consecutive month that sales have fallen by more than 20 percent, according to The Warren Group, The Commercial Record's parent company. It was the worst sales pace … (0 comments)
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fairfield: Investment Banks Stand to Gain From Government Bailout- CEOs of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Earned Roughly $30 Million in Salary Last Year - 09/09/08 06:55 PM
I would love to know how many in government officials own preferred stock in Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae...just curious.
CEO Salaries Weather Mortgage Crisis
CEOs of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Earned Roughly $30 Million in Salary Last Year
By JUSTIN ROODJuly 21, 2008
The chiefs of the nation's two largest … (0 comments)
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