sara lipnitz: When you're gone, how will others know you were once here? - 02/22/07 12:36 PM
Throughout history man has always looked for ways to let others know that they were once here on earth. Whether it was drawings on cave walls or even fossils, there are clues all around us proving there were things and people here long before we were.
Living in the technology era, we're … (26 comments)
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sara lipnitz: Walking on a tightrope - 12/07/06 07:07 PM
As with most things in life, I think that the saying "everything in moderation" applies. There are always consequences for our actions. Too much playing means not enough working. Too much working means not enough playing and possibly... BURNOUT.
Well, I'm guilty of falling prey to this trap. At times, I spend … (19 comments)
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sara lipnitz: I wish Oprah sold Real Estate - 10/09/06 10:46 PM
My pal Craig Schiller will love this one. It’s a double nod to him! Not only did he once post about Oprah, recently he also has posted about books. Thanks Craig, you inspired my post!
OK… so why do I want Oprah to sell Real Estate? Simple, I need her advice on … (26 comments)
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sara lipnitz: Stop Talking... Start DOING! - 10/03/06 09:51 PM
For the past week I’ve had a houseguest. My dad is visiting me from sunny Naples Florida. It's been a huge struggle to keep up with my work schedule and spend quality time with my dad. Still not sure how mommy Realtors do it! (No offence gentlemen). Did I also mention … (28 comments)
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sara lipnitz: Let's get Cooking - 09/19/06 11:50 PM
Getting agents out to visit your listings in the Birmingham/Bloomfield Hills MI market can get tough.
Currently, the listing inventory is very high. As marketing times are getting longer, some agents are getting creative with the marketing.
Today, Darlene Jackson and I hosted a joint broker open. We have listings on … (38 comments)
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sara lipnitz: Broker/Owners, This one's for you! - 09/19/06 10:12 PM
If you are a sales manager or a broker owner who still sells homes, this one’s for you!
Let me set the scene:
I wrote an offer on a home last Thursday. The listing agent is a broker/owner who still sells homes. We’ve been going back and forth for a few days now. … (25 comments)
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sara lipnitz: Let me be your Cheerleader, I’m strong enough to lift you! - 09/18/06 11:25 PM
Kristal wrote a post about being an ambassador for your area and your profession. It really got my wheels turning. So thank you KK!
I love my community….. Birmingham Michigan is just a wonderful place to live. I’m very enthusiastic about my city when helping people decide where they want to live. … (6 comments)
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sara lipnitz: The Champagne is ready to be served...... - 09/17/06 10:42 PM
I have officially put out a Missing Person Report for Josh Plummer.
The race has fueled my fire for weeks now. I’ve looked to JP to keep me going.
Where has he gone?
I’ve cut my posts back to a minimum of one a day. I’ve held off inviting the people Maureen … (18 comments)
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sara lipnitz: 4... 20,000...53...5...3... & many new friends! - 09/15/06 11:15 PM
What does the title of the post mean?? It’s simple…
4 is the number of weeks that I’ve been a “blogger”. Today is my anniversary on AR. It seems like it has been longer than 4 weeks. Is that good or bad?
20,000 points have been awarded for this crazy obsession. Can I … (18 comments)
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sara lipnitz: How to overcome a rut - 09/13/06 11:18 PM
Have you ever heard of the term Pay It Forward? Yes, it was a movie (I never saw it). It's also a foundation (I don’t belong to it). BUT, I do practice “paying it forward” as often as possible. The concept is simple…
Do something kind for someone and that person does … (14 comments)
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sara lipnitz: The "day after" September 11 - 09/12/06 10:31 PM
One of the biggest decisions I’ve ever made in my life occurred on September 12, 2001.
I knew that there would be so many posts yesterday about the tragic events of 9/11. I spent much of yesterday night glued to the TV with a box of Kleenex. I prayed for all the … (9 comments)
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sara lipnitz: The importance of being punctual - 09/12/06 12:17 AM
After years of being late for everything, a very good friend of mine sat me down and had a chat with me. She lovingly told me that every time I was late for an appointment I was sending a message to her that I didn’t value her time. That was about … (17 comments)
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sara lipnitz: The Realtor & the Mortgage Rep - 09/09/06 04:17 PM
I get numerous calls every week from mortgage reps wanting to partner with me. Some offer to pay for my catered broker open houses. Others want to subsidize my advertising costs. It seems that everyone that calls on me has something that they want to do for me to gain my … (14 comments)
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sara lipnitz: Once upon a time - 09/07/06 04:34 PM
Remember the "good old days" when a second showing usually meant that you would sell a house?
Today I got a call from an agent that wanted to show a listing of mine for 2nd time. The home is listed over 2 million. Needless to say, I'd be very enthused to … (7 comments)
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sara lipnitz: Call me a dog... I'm loyal! - 09/05/06 11:25 PM
This topic will probably stir up some strong feelings with my fellow rainers. It has been a much-discussed topic at my office in the past. It seems to be sort of a polarizing topic.
I've been selling residential real estate for 5 years now. There are many things that I love about … (11 comments)
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sara lipnitz: Maui's calling... The importance of setting goals. - 09/05/06 09:41 PM
Every year in the fall I sit down and write a business plan for the upcoming year. I plan out what I can do differently and identify the things that are really working well for me. The MOST important thing that I do when I put this business plan together is … (12 comments)
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sara lipnitz: Vacant Homes... little tricks. - 09/03/06 10:21 PM
Vacant homes are tough. Without furnishings, a home's blemishes are so much more glaring. Although I believe in staging a home whenever possible, sometimes its just not possible. Maybe your sellers are moving out of state. Maybe there simply isn't the money in the budget to afford staging. Whatever the reason … (24 comments)
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sara lipnitz: Home is where MY heart is! - 09/03/06 09:44 PM
Today is one of those days that just makes me feel giddy. No humidity, mild temperatures and sunny. Michigan State football won their season opener yesterday. It feels like fall is officially here. Although in Michigan we have a saying... Don't like the weather, wait a few hours! It's inevitable; I'll … (2 comments)
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