KEEP THAT FURNACE FIT - 08/25/11 02:17 PM
Is there a perfect time to book a furnace maintenance?
Here's a surprising answer to that question.  Believe it or not, furnace maintenance can be performed anytime.
The main objective is to get it booked well before the cold arrives.  ( ALBERTA...that's NOT too far away..cry)
My suggestions is to take a quick half hour, while on the patio enjoy a cold one, jot down what needs to get done before the fall and winter.
August and September are good months to book - just before the cold hits. And perhaps the rush of these service providers being booked up.
Enjoy … (1 comments)

Getting Points for Comments (In More Ways Than One) - 08/25/11 01:26 PM
I enjoy reading all the tips, and trick from Craig's Classroom. This blog is a must read for any Activerain member. I think you will enjoy it as much as I do.  Tak a look for yourself.
Via Craig Daniels - Technology Instructor/Project Consultant (located NYC - remote assistance everywhere! :):
How many times do you see a very short comment and think "I guess they didn't know there was a minimum length to get your 25 points for the comment!" We love meaningful comments! "This is an excellent post! Thank you for sharing this post." may in fact be entirely sincere by some, but … (1 comments)

NETWORKING in your COMMUNITY - 08/25/11 01:07 PM
So I decided after reading a great article from our marketing department.
15 Unique Way to Promote Yourself as a Realtor® and Engage your Audience!
 
There are some great ideas that don’t cost any money –which I like.
 
Such as put client testimonials on your blog – and reply with gratitude.
 
Host a story contest that’s related to the real estate industry.  Best submission gets published on your site and send it in your news letter to past clients.  
We agents all have funny stories – I bet our clients to do.
 
My idea is … (1 comments)

Guess What? Realtor® Selling a House in Calgary - 08/25/11 12:54 PM
COVENTRY HILLS - Located in the NW part of Calgary, Alberta
close to SCHOOLS, modern conveniences (LIKE SHOPPING) and recreational center.  Transit and easy access to the city core.
There are local shops featuring international cusinie and the chinese Grocery store for such exotic foods.
This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home will meet all your needs but WON'T break your piggy bank.  $338,800.00
Comes with a fenced yard for privacy and a garage with back lane access.  There is a mega sized park across the street.
Interested parties should give me a call or text - MY phone is always on … (0 comments)

BACK TO SCHOOL SPECIALS - 08/17/11 05:22 PM
  Back to school Theme
Ad Ideas - Every week I come up with some ad ideas for my print advertising.  I have a following of "what will Terri do next" fans.
Its fun to hear comments and laughter.  I like to keep my ads light and fun.   Real Estate can be such a down in the dumps kind of career.  We get a pile of stuff thrown at us daily.  SO - I need to laugh too.  Keeps my spirit up.
   Funny hair do - feeling a bit old fashion
 
  Feeling a bit mechanical (bbep beep)
So there … (0 comments)

Piece of Paradise - 08/17/11 05:01 PM
I read a great article in our Local paper - The Calgary Herald. 
About a couple who found a piece of paradise in Maui.  That got me to thinking.
I was in Phoenix last month - Goodyear, AZ.  Now there is a place to call home when the snow is up to your armpits and they are FROZEN solid. 
My husband and I popped into a bungalow "For Sale" a 1895 sq.ft. 4 bedroom with o/s garage for $162,500.00 USD.  My husband nearly fell over.  We could not even touch this price at home - bungalows are over $400K and at … (1 comments)

ACCESS TO THE MLS - 08/17/11 04:48 PM
Recenlty - I've been surprised at some comments from buyers. 
They didn't KNOW Realtors® in Calgary had access to all the MLS Listings.  That we can sell property it the Province of Alberta.

Now I keep my selling area to the Calgary Region, only because I have easy access to the city and well selling outside my area is like asking your auto mechanic to repair your computer.  I don't know that area of service.
I have access to a super NETWORK that offers up services of other Realtors® in other cities.  Maybe you wish to buy a home in … (0 comments)

SUMMER READING - 08/03/11 02:33 PM
I read a recent article  - the question - asked to celebrities and famous business people -
WHAT ARE YOU READING THIS SUMMER?
Kim Kardashian - is reading  ARE YOU THERE, VODKA? IT's ME, CHELSEA. By Chelsea Handlery
Wanye Rogers - MASH tv Star - LAWS OF THE COSMOS - by Brian Greene
Mark Cuban - HOW GOOGLE WORKS, THINKS AND SHAPES OUR LIVES by Steven Levy
Warren Buffett - THE INTELLIGENT INVESTOR - by Benjamin Graham
Nicole Kidman - WAR AND PEACE - by Leo Tolstoy
A few other books -
How to Live 365 Days A Year: 12 Principles … (2 comments)

Airdrie Women In Business - 08/03/11 02:00 PM

I belong to a local Women's Group - AWBA (Airdrie Women in Business)
Our group has a Realtor, Interior Decorator, Financial Planner, Graphic Desinger, Home Based Business Owners.
Our goal is to support, network and refer eachother.  Recently my cleints hired our interior designer to help them with new paint, floor and counter top choices.  They were so happy to have a keen eye on the plans ahead.
I'm currently working with our graphic designer come up with a new business card and other marketing materials.  I would have never approcached a big company - I feel I'm being listened to … (0 comments)

HAVE YOU FILLED A BUCKET? - 08/03/11 01:52 PM
Recently I read an article about Carole McCloud.  Teaching children a concept of influence into a language so simple that a 4 year old could get it.
A simple concept that teach how kind words and actions can "fill the buckets" of the people we encounter daily, from Moms and Dads to friends and classmates.
Alll day long everyone in the whole wide worlkd walks around carrying an invisible bucket.  HAVE you filled a BUCKET TODAY?  is the question.
You fell very happy and good when your bucket is full, and you feel very sad and lonely when your bucket is … (1 comments)

Stand OUT from the CROWD - 08/03/11 01:40 PM
How to Make YOURSELF, your PRODUCT or your COMPANY Memorable
In an overcrowded world, the only way to make an impression on your prospect is to break through the noise. 
 The idea of telling everybody how great you are, or you have the state of the art solutions, great customer service and the best prices in town just won't cut it.
The book "THINK LIKE A MARKETER" by Lauron Sonnier suggests a few tactics to make yourself or company stand out.
1. Do Different Things:  Its easy to stand out when you do something no one else is doing it.  You … (0 comments)

4 THINGS to DO Before the School Bell Rings - 08/03/11 01:24 PM
You don't have to plan a full vacation to get reacquainted with people who matter most.
Check out these ideas:
Watch a movie or catch a concert outside  - Spread a blanket and sit beneath the stars, with a cooler of snacks. And enjoy the event.
See the Sights...at home - pretend you're a tourist in your own hometown.  Go to a museum, gallery or take in a local ball game.  Eat at a quirky restaurant, or visit a historic site. Have one family member pick the place
Tackle a project with your kids - Build a tree house, make smoothies … (1 comments)

SUCCESS Magazine - 08/03/11 01:13 PM
A friend of mine gave me a wonderful gift last Christmas.  She bought be a subscription to SUCCESS magazine.
Every issue comes with a CD - and each one is worth listening to.
I read the magazine and go back to it, for ideas and helpful tips. 
If you're out and about - looking for a business magazine  or even online.  www.success.com
Enjoy
… (2 comments)

 

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