al maxwell: US Real Estate Services - Anybody use these guys? - 02/27/08 09:17 AM
US Real Estate Services
I heard about this company: US Real Estate Services...also called USRES from another agent. They request a BPO or BMA on REO properties. You complete the report and it's my understanding that if they like your work, you will get the listing.
There are no promises...you do the report, … (1 comments)
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al maxwell: There's no second place in a listing competition - 02/25/08 09:52 PM
In many sports events, the winner is applauded and given the Gold; second place gets the Silver and third gets the bronze. Even the losing team in the Super Bowl gets a HUGE ring and a bonus check for making it that far.
When it comes to your listing presentation, you need … (0 comments)
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al maxwell: What are considered "Closing Costs" in Georgia - 02/22/08 08:37 AM
With the new 2008 GAR Contract in force, you need to be aware of what constitutes closing costs.
Of this list, the contract designates that the seller pays some of these and the buyer pays some of these.The list is long and as a seller, if you commit to a sum … (1 comments)
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al maxwell: If at all possible, leave the young ones at home - 02/14/08 07:35 AM
I primarily deal with families in the North Atlanta area. Many are relocating and some are just moving to a different part of the metro.
For the families with young children, I encourage the parents to try and have a sitter or family member to watch the kids while they are out … (6 comments)
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al maxwell: See how your website is doing versus the other guys! - 02/12/08 03:28 PM
There are several sites that allow you to compare the activity on your website versus other companies.
One is www.compete.com amd the other one is www.alexa.com. They both allow you to type in several websites and get a line graph comparison of the number of page views, hits, etc.
You can change the … (7 comments)
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al maxwell: Do you say upfront that your home has POWER LINES in the back? - 02/11/08 04:30 PM
I was looking at a listing that my buyer wants to go see. In the listing the agent says.."Yes, we have the large power lines in the back yard."
I was very grateful that she was willing to admit this up front. It saved me a showing, because I know that the … (5 comments)
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al maxwell: Do you have an I-Phone? - 02/11/08 01:15 PM
I have a family member who really wants an I-Phone. I have read several reviews on line and the feedback is very mixed.
Some say it needs improvements and others say that they could not live wirthout it.
Because this is such a great community, I'm curious if any of you have one … (1 comments)
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al maxwell: Save money when you fly - get the lowest fares - 02/10/08 12:05 PM
Now there's a website that will help you get the best prices for airline tickets. Even if you have already bought the tickets, they will monitor the fares and alert you if there's a price drop.
When prices drop, they help you a get a voucher for a refund from the airlines.
Also, … (1 comments)
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al maxwell: Trade in those gift cards for cash or other stuff! - 02/10/08 11:58 AM
If you are like many people, you have probably received at least one GIFT CARD in the past year from a friend or relative. They are increasingly more popular and every retailer sells them.
But let's say that you don't realy shop at the retalier on the card. Maybe you would like … (0 comments)
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al maxwell: Save on Gas with Mapquest Gas Saver - 02/09/08 08:24 AM
Since we all spend a lot of money on gas these days, Mapquest has come to the rescue. They now show the different gas prices in your area, and rank them by lowest to highest.
You can plug in your address or zip code, and many of the gas stations will pop … (4 comments)
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al maxwell: Getting into more REO business - 02/08/08 07:49 AM
Does anyone know a contact at Bank of America in the REO department?
I was talking to an attorney yesterday who specializes in REO sales, and it seems like a good time to pursue this side of our business. She recommended going to REOMAC.COM, which is an interesting site that you may … (2 comments)
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al maxwell: Will 2008 be your best year EVER? - 02/08/08 07:43 AM
We had our annual kick-off conference for Coldwell Banker Atlanta yesterday at the Georgia Aquarium. What a great place to have a large meeting. I would guess that over 1,000 people were there.
The point of this post is to share with you that MANY AGENTS HAD THEIR BEST YEAR EVER LAST … (2 comments)
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al maxwell: Keeping track of passwords - 02/05/08 02:43 PM
It gets increasingly harder to keep track of passwords. If you are like most people, you have a single "favorite word" that you use as your generic password and it's the one you use all (or most) of the time.
Then, when it expires, maybe you just add a number to the … (9 comments)
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al maxwell: When will we hit 100,000 members? - 02/04/08 08:03 AM
We are on the verge of hitting 70,000 Active Rain members. That is huge. When I joined last summer it was half of that. I know that many of you will make comments when we hit 100,000 members, because you comment alot when you hit 100,000 POINTS!
So here's my challenge...when do … (1 comments)
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al maxwell: David Copperfield wouldn't make it in real estate - 02/02/08 12:41 PM
I was talking to a friend of mine who is thinking of moving back to the Atlanta area. In the discussion about getting a Realtor in his home state, he said.."You know the last agent we had was so impressive in her presentation. Very professional and buttoned up. Then after she … (9 comments)
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al maxwell: Watch out for flaming beds! - 01/29/08 09:19 AM
Robert Fulghum, author of All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten, also wrote THE BED WAS ON FIRE WHEN I LAID DOWN ON IT.
So the story goes, a fire department was called to a woman's home who claimed that her bed was ablaze. When asked how the bed caught … (3 comments)
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al maxwell: Is the silence deafening? - 01/29/08 08:05 AM
I called a Realtor friend of mine, who works for another broker last week, around 3:00 in the afternoon. He answered, said hello and told me that he was glad that his phone was working. I said, "What?" and he said that I was the first incoming call that he had … (4 comments)
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al maxwell: Be Wary of GUARANTEED HOME SALES - 01/24/08 08:12 AM
You may have seen the ads..."IF I CAN'T SELL YOUR HOME, I'LL BUY IT!" It sounds like a great offer and certainly worth checking out, right? Well, most ads that sound TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE, usually are. This sell line is used to get their foot into the door (and … (4 comments)
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al maxwell: The attraction of "Foreclosure" - 01/24/08 07:51 AM
I'm amazed, well not really, that people think that Foreclosures are the way to go. The media makes one think that there are incredible pristene mansions available for pennies on the dollar. The homes are just sitting there, waiting for a new owner to take over the payments.
Most don't realize the … (2 comments)
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al maxwell: Balancing too much follow up with not enough - 01/22/08 03:32 PM
One thing that I have learned about this business is that people only move as quickly as they want to. It was hard for me to adjust to the fact that some like to take months, or even years when buying a home. Then there are others who want to have … (5 comments)
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al maxwell: May be time to buy that NICER home! - 01/18/08 08:33 AM
This is an ideal time to UPGRADE to a nicer/larger home, as long as you stay in the same market or move to an area with better deals in real estate.
For example, let's just say that you are going to stay in the same area. Let's assume that your dream home … (3 comments)
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al maxwell: Please join my LINKED IN NETWORK - 01/16/08 08:43 AM
If you are a LINKED IN MEMBER, I would like to add you to my network. I have invited other Realtors and have a pretty good base, but I certainly have a liking for the people on ACTIVE RAIN.
Here is my page.
http://www.linkedin.com/myprofile?trk=tab_pro
You can either just comment on AR (and get your … (5 comments)
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al maxwell: Now is a great time to sell - There are buyers looking for your home - 01/16/08 07:58 AM
I have a couple who has been looking since October of last year. They have not found what they want and continue to look. They expected that after the first of the year that many homes would go on (or back on) the market. Unfortunately, the "pickings have been slim" yet … (2 comments)
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al maxwell: Selling Real Estate is like a riding a Mechanical Bull - 01/15/08 08:42 AM
If you are old enough to remember URBAN COWBOY, then you certainly remember how popular country music was and also the mechanical bulls in so many night clubs. John Travolta made many dance steps famous and his transition to doing the "two-step" was amazing. Even if you neever saw a real … (2 comments)
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al maxwell: Does your GPS steer you wrong? - 01/15/08 08:07 AM
There was an interesting story on Good Morning America today about GPS systems and the errors that they have. It went into detail about how GPS systems work and when the data is wrong, it can take you to the incorrect location.
I think that it was a little dramatic, and … (15 comments)
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al maxwell: Don't become a REALTOR, if... - 01/14/08 09:01 AM
Don't become a REALTOR, if...
You think it's EASY. The hours can be brutal and back-to-back days of work.You think you'll get RICH quickly. It takes years and years for most Realtors to make a lot. Don't be fooled by the nice cars. Many Realtors didn't buy those cars with real estate … (11 comments)
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al maxwell: The New Georgia Association of Realtors 2008 Contract - Part 3 - 01/09/08 08:07 AM
Here are some additional changes in the latest contract for Georgia Real Estate.
-Paragraph 12- Appraisal: There will be a new "Appraisal Contingency Exhibit" that would tie the sales price to the appraisal. If the appraisal came in low, there would be an amendment to lower the price, which would need to … (0 comments)
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al maxwell: Should there be a sales minimum for Realtors? - 01/09/08 07:59 AM
When I got into this business, I was told the value of becoming a REALTOR(R) (Which by the way is 2 syllables and pronounced REEL-TOR and not REEL-UH-TOR) That Realtors are the "cream of the crop" and must follow a STRICT guideline of ETHICS. But that's a whole other conversation.
I heard … (7 comments)
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al maxwell: The New Georgia Association of Realtors 2008 Contract - Part 2 - 01/09/08 07:43 AM
In continuing with the changes for 2008, here are some more revisions in the real estate contract for Georgia:
Paragraph 3-"Purchase Price and Method of Payment" has changed. It replaces paragraph 2 AND 6 of the other contracts. It Eliminates the financing contingency, but don't worry; there is now a new "Financing … (2 comments)
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al maxwell: The New Georgia Association of Realtors 2008 Contract - Part 1 - 01/09/08 07:32 AM
Have you seen the new 2008 Real Estate Contract for Georgia? There are many changes and some pretty dramatic. For example the "Right to Inspect and Request Repairs" portion has been completely eliminated. The only choices are "Due Diligence Phase" or "Purchase as as".
The Sellers Disclosure has been changed, to now … (0 comments)
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al maxwell: Have you had a surge in business?? - 01/09/08 07:24 AM
Seasonal ups and downs-
It's amazing how productive the last 4 days have been. People have come out of the woodwork with real estate questions. I think it's the pent up needs that start around mid-December, but people just don't want to do anything until after the beginning of the year.
Last Sunday, … (4 comments)
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al maxwell: Too much cologne or perfume - 01/07/08 08:50 AM
There are a handful of agents I work with who wear too much cologne or perfume. I don't know if it's designed to cover up other odors or they just think that it makes them attractive. What they don't know is that everybody in the office talks about them, when they … (5 comments)
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al maxwell: Home sales activity in Camden Place - 01/02/08 04:50 PM
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al maxwell: Real Estate activity in Asheforde - 01/02/08 04:48 PM
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al maxwell: Real Estate activity in Chimney Springs - 01/02/08 04:47 PM
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al maxwell: Real Estate Activity in Mallard Lake as of January 2008 - 01/02/08 04:35 PM
Here is the latest Real Estate Activity in Mallard Lake, Marietta, GA, 30068.
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al maxwell: Easthampton Sales Activity as of January 2008 - 01/02/08 04:31 PM
Here are the latest sales and other home activity as of January 2008.
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al maxwell: The latest Real Estate activity in Indian Hills as of January 2008 - 01/02/08 04:25 PM
Here are the latest transactions in Indian Hills, Marietta, as of the first of January 2008. If you have any questions, please free to contact me via cell or e-mail.
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al maxwell: The Latest Real Estate Activity in Baldwin Farms as of January 2008 - 01/02/08 04:20 PM
Here are the current pending sales and most recent transactions in Baldwin Farms. Please contact me if you'd like additional information.
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al maxwell: Jackson Creek Sales Activity as of January 2, 2008 - 01/02/08 04:15 PM
Here are the most recent transactions in Jackson Creek. If you need additional information, please feel free to contact me at 404-213-3804.
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al maxwell: Lake Crest Estates- Most Recent Activity as of 1/2/2008 - 01/02/08 04:08 PM
Here are the most recent sales in LAKES CREST ESTATES
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al maxwell: Will you be in or out for 2008? - 01/02/08 09:26 AM
One thing that I find peculiar about Real Estate is how many people work from their home. I don't know of any other major industry that has such a large percentage of the work force who works primarily out of their home.
I do have a home office, but work primarily out of … (1 comments)
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al maxwell: The true secret to the Stock Market (and Real Estate) - 12/31/07 11:09 AM
When I was a young boy admiring my father talk about his investments and profits, I inquisitively asked him, "What is the secret to making money in the stock market?" He looked at me for a moment, leaned down to me and cupped his hand behind my ear and whispered, so … (5 comments)
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al maxwell: Don't be an EEYORE - 12/28/07 11:10 AM
You know EEYORE from the Winnie the Pooh cartoons. He's always having a bad day! Always expecting the worst and never feeling good about anything.
I know you have at least one EEYORE in your office! I have several. And I avoid them like the plague! Hanging out with EEYORES frequently turns … (2 comments)
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al maxwell: Get AMBER ALERTS on your cell phone - 12/24/07 10:25 AM
This organization...WIRELESS AMBER ALERTS...allows you to sign up for free Amber alerts in your area. It's primarily for the notofication of abducted children. It's a free service and cooperatively funded by cell companies and other organizations.
Even if you have no interest as a realtor, you may want to pass this along … (0 comments)
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al maxwell: Are you in favor of the FAIR TAX? - 12/18/07 07:57 AM
Lots of talk about the Fair Tax. Neil Boortz, the talk show host, has written a book about it and I suggest that you read it. It will be the discussion of politics for a while, in my opinion.
http://www.fairtax.org/site/PageServer
I have mixed feelings about it, but generally support it. The basic gist … (6 comments)
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al maxwell: Seize the spark of opportunity! - 12/18/07 07:48 AM
Right out of college I took a job selling radio advertising in Columbus, Georgia. Starting with no active accounts, I was charged with developing new clients and doing lots of "door knocking." Being in real estate, you know how this goes. Develop your own clientele by calling, knocking and asking.
One day … (1 comments)
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al maxwell: Free Shipping - well for 30 days - but a great concept - 12/12/07 08:04 AM
Here's a new concept on the web...
FREE SHIPPING from freeshipping.com
If you do a lot of on-line ordering, this service will save you money by covering the shipping costs with many, many retailers. Is it FREE? Of course not. There's a free 30 day trial and then it's $5.99 per month.
But if … (3 comments)
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al maxwell: Listing from giving feedback - 12/12/07 07:30 AM
We all hate to get the "dreaded feedback phone call" after showing a property...they go something like this...
"Hi Al, this is Jane Smith and I appreciate you showing MY listing at 2345 Apple Street. You know it's the lovely one with the pink shag carpet and lime kitchen...and I'm sure that … (1 comments)
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al maxwell: Have you Georgia Agents seen the new GAR contract??? - 12/11/07 03:41 PM
Have you seen the proposed 2008 GAR contracts?
The current draft which is circulating is VERY different than contracts before.
1. There is no "INSPECT AND REPAIRS" section. All offers will be under DUE DILIGENCE or AS IS.
2. There is no FINANCING CONTINGENCY. There is a new APPRAISAL CONTINGENCY, which is optional.
3. Inspection … (2 comments)
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al maxwell: Pay it forward (or backward?) - 12/11/07 08:14 AM
I saw on Good Morning America, a heart-warming story about a Starbucks location. There was a situation where someone in the drive thru paid for their coffee and also paid for the person behind them. That next person pulled up to the window and the Starbucks clerk told them that the previous car had … (4 comments)
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al maxwell: Can you jump over my brick wall?? - 12/10/07 01:22 PM
I frequently see Realtors claim to "EXCEED EXPECTATIONS" for their clients. What I think that they are saying is that their goal is to above and beyond normal service and hope to the best agent that their clients have ever worked with. This is a worthy aspiration.
If a restaurant claimed that their … (2 comments)
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al maxwell: Are you ever late for vacation? - 12/10/07 07:48 AM
Of course you're not. Because it's YOUR VACATION! It's something that you have been LOOKING FORWARD TO for awhile now, and you can't wait. Do you get this excited about going to work? Maybe you should...
The book THE POWER OF FULL ENGAGEMENT is such an interesting read, and I recommend it … (1 comments)
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al maxwell: HOW TO THINK LIKE LEONARDO DIVINCI - 12/06/07 07:56 AM
I read an article about the book called "HOW TO THINK LIKE LEONARDO DIVINCI" by Michael Gelb. You can get this on Amazon for $10.88.
The article says to think about the times and places that good ideas pop in your head. Most people say, the shower, or when I'm driving, … (3 comments)
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al maxwell: Real Estate soft? Depends on the market says Clark Howard - 12/05/07 04:29 PM
Clark Howard says housing sales are down, but not as much as you'd think.
Here is alink to his website. Go to the posting for November 28---
http://clarkhoward.com/shownotes/category/4/82/
The basic jist of the article is that last month 5 million people bought homes last MONTH! In reading all the press, you'd think that no … (0 comments)
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al maxwell: Have some BALANCE in your time off - 12/05/07 07:47 AM
I hope that you will have the chance to have a BALANCED holiday season. It seems like in real estate we have 2 EXTREMES:
WORKAHOLICS: The ones who NEVER take a break. They work even on Christmas and New Years, but usually do pretty well financially.
ANY REASON FOR A DAY OFF: Once … (2 comments)
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al maxwell: Just for fun... - 12/03/07 10:33 AM
While cruising around Active Rain this morning I stumbled upon a post by Al Maxwell
and I thought to myself Why Not?? So I followed the link he provided and tried to Morph myself.
It was pretty funny having it match me up to a celebrity, especially one I had never even heard … (16 comments)
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al maxwell: What celebrities do you look like? - 12/03/07 07:28 AM
The "My Heritage" website has added a fun program, which tells you WHAT FAMOUS PEOPLE YOU LOOK LIKE! You just upload your photo and the website will select numerous celebrities that resemble you.
http://www.myheritage.com/FP/Company/celebrity-collage.php
Just don't get offended when it selects someone that you feel looks nothing like you, or a person of … (4 comments)
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al maxwell: All about REVERSE MORTGAGES - 11/28/07 02:54 PM
If you ever have any questions about reverse mortgages, I suggest you check out:
http://www.reverse.org/
It covers just about everything, such as....
What's a reverse mortgage?How's it different?Who can get one?How much cash can you get?How's it paid to you?How much total cash?What happens to your debt?That why it's called "reverse"?When do you pay it … (4 comments)
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al maxwell: Suggestion for your Christmas wish list - 11/28/07 10:22 AM
If you are in need of a GPS system, now is a great time to buy. I paid about $1,000 for my first one and about $700 for my current one.
The Garmin 200 is out and is quite a deal. The list price is around $428.00, but I've seen it on … (7 comments)
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al maxwell: LifeLock - Seems to be a great idea - 11/27/07 01:30 PM
I am fascinated with this company called LIFE LOCK. For a reasonable monthly fee they make sure that your credit is protected and identity not stolen. The founder of the company even gives out his Social Security number for all to see.
http://www.lifelock.com/lifelock-for-people
They have a ONE MILLION DOLLAR guarantee that your identity … (5 comments)
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al maxwell: Roswell Georgia is for Bikers! - 11/20/07 08:35 AM
The Atlanta Suburb of Roswell is becoming quite a biking community. And I mean bicycles, not motercycles.
Many parks and bike paths have been built and many more are in the works. The Roswell Riverwalk is a planned five mile linear park/trail system. It will eventually be connected to the Alpharetta Greenway, … (2 comments)
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al maxwell: Free Worldwide Phone Calls! - 11/19/07 03:09 PM
Now there is a company that offers free phone calls WORLD WIDE.
Oh you must be jesting! How could that be? Well there is a catch and I'll explain. It's called:
*TALKSTER.com*
With Talkster at the beginning you must listen to a TEN SECOND COMMERCIAL, but then you can communicare worldwide.
Also, you have … (1 comments)
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al maxwell: American Lifestyle magazine - 11/18/07 11:54 AM
I have a great tool for marketing myself and I want to pass it along. It's called AMERICAN LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE. While there are many direct mail campigns out there, I have continued to use this as a way to seperate from the pack.
It gives my clients something to actully hold on … (1 comments)
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al maxwell: There are still 100% loans available! - 11/13/07 01:00 PM
With all of the hype, it sounds like all of the mortgage companies have closed their doors and bolted out of town. The truth, as we know it, is that the mega-majority of lenders are still in business, still answering their phones and MAKING GREAT LOANS.
I'm not a mortgage guy. I'm … (0 comments)
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al maxwell: Make sure the curb appeal matches the interior - 11/05/07 04:06 PM
I have seen several homes recently that were decorated nicely, but needed some exterior help.
One home had terrible curb appeal, with stained driveway, cobwebs on the exterior and a recessed light that was hanging out, plus other various things. When we entered, the interior was SPECTACULAR. They had left soft music playing, … (5 comments)
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al maxwell: What day of the week is it? - 11/05/07 02:32 PM
I was amused by a friend who got her license about 6 months ago. We were talking about getting together for lunch and she kept getting her days mixed up. She said.."Now that I'm in Real Estate and working weird schedules, I can't keep up with what day it is"..She continued, … (1 comments)
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al maxwell: The Psychology of Pricing a Home - 11/05/07 10:00 AM
I find it interesting to see how agents/sellers price their homes. Sometimes you see round numbers ($500,000)and sometimes you see very random prices ($487,512).
We see many houses ending in digits around ,999...such as $429,999 or $549,900. I guess the thought is to be just under a "round Number" so that you … (3 comments)
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al maxwell: Send this link to your local newspaper - 11/05/07 08:24 AM
Yesterday on the front page of the MARIETTA DAILY JOURNAL, the article was entitled:
Cobb Realtors Say Now Is The Time to Buy
http://www.mdjonline.com/content/index/showcontentitem/area/1/section/1/item/97925.html
Some good press for the area and real estate. Local brokers are pointing out:
1. The great selection of homes for sale
2. The amenities being offered by sellers, such as closing costs, etc.
3. … (2 comments)
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al maxwell: Are you getting calls from AR? Any luck with Localism????? - 11/04/07 02:41 PM
I have now been on Active Rain for about 4 months. I have developed some great Realtor friendships, nationwide, but nothing really great with business leads.
I'm still frustrated about getting on Localism. I post frequently and get great responses from other agents. I post to Active Rain AND to Localism, but … (7 comments)
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al maxwell: Does whining make you feel better? - 10/31/07 08:20 AM
Does whining make you feel better? It must because there is so much of it right now in real estate. I try and avoid the perpetual complainers in the office and seek out the positive agents. It's amazing how well the agents with good attitudes are doing because of their outlook.
I … (11 comments)
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al maxwell: Do you communicate...I AM A COMPETENT REALTOR...or something else? - 10/31/07 07:42 AM
When Realtors first get their licenses, they send out announcement cards and mailers and make the phone calls to announce to the world..."I'M NOW IN REAL ESTATE AND WAITING FOR YOUR CALL!" We expect others to get just as excited as we are about our new venture into the world of … (5 comments)
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al maxwell: How do power lines affect your listings? - 10/30/07 01:02 PM
I went to an open house today with some incredibly beautiful new homes that are right next to some large power lines. As a matter of fact, one is adjacent to the "tower" which is very large.
The property is in a prime location and the construction is luxurious. I just kept … (2 comments)
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al maxwell: Take a second and click the spellchecker - 10/30/07 08:48 AM
As a relatively new member, I certainly learned new things weekly about posting blogs.I have posted blogs that I thought were very well written. Then when I clicked on the listed post on AR, i would notice that there were misspelled words. I don't know about you, but sometimes I have a … (8 comments)
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al maxwell: Great suggestion with JAWBONE! - 10/30/07 08:20 AM
Thanks for all of the great suggestions yesterday regarding WHAT DO YOUR CLIENTS HEAR?
http://activerain.com/blogsview/253246/What-do-clients-hear
There were some great ideas and comments. I know that it's hard to keep some sounds down, especially like kids in the background.
One suggestion was the new BLUETOOTH enabled earphone that CANCELS OUT all background noise. It's … (1 comments)
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al maxwell: Do you give out your cell number to strangers?? - 10/29/07 11:56 AM
How many phone numbers do you provide?
I've noticed on business cards and letterhead that some agents give one or more of the following:
Home numberOffice switchboard number (main linE)Office Direct to agent numberCell phone numberProbably the most guarded number is the CELL number. What i find interesting is the different philosophies:
PRO: "Well … (8 comments)
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al maxwell: So how's the real estate market? - 10/23/07 07:32 PM
Let me ask you how often you hear this.
Just about anyone that knows I'm in Real Estate gives me that sad look and says, "well are you survivin' this awful real estate market? Especially with all the news being so bleak."
I have found that there is a great answer to this … (10 comments)
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al maxwell: A Protector as a child, Honored as a Hero....A must read - 10/22/07 08:35 PM
Since the Vietnam war, this American hero is the first member of the US Navy to receive the Congressional Medal of honor.
This is an incredible story from the New York Times that will touch you deeply. It's a story about Lt. Michael P. Murphy and three fellow members of the … (4 comments)
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al maxwell: Flash Earth - Do you like to map?? - 10/22/07 03:17 PM
I was just told last weekend about a new mapping website called flash Earth. (Flashearth.com) What's cool about it is that when you find a location with aerial type views (like Google Earth), you can select other options to view the map page...
You can choose...GOOGLE MAPS, MICROSOFT VIRTUAL EARTH, ASK.COM MAPS, … (2 comments)
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al maxwell: For Homes...it's "a BUYERS DREAM!" - 10/22/07 01:04 PM
Great article yesterday in the Marietta Daily Journal about the current Real Estate Market. With building permits down and a large group of available inventory, it makes it an ideal time to buy real estate.
MARIETTA DAILY JOURNAL ARTICLE
If anyone is renting, it's even more ideal because they are not having to sell a house … (1 comments)
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al maxwell: Do you dress for the client? - 10/22/07 12:52 PM
When I meet with clients, I try to make a good impression. I usually wear a tie and occasionally a jacket, depending on the situation. Sometimes after meeting someone, I'll just wear some slacks, nice shirt and maybe a sport coat.
Sometimes, I feel overdressed and I put some people at ill-ease. … (6 comments)
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al maxwell: Now is the time to buy Lake (dirt) front property - 10/17/07 06:53 AM
Warren Buffet: " Be fearful when others are greedy and be greedy when others are fearful"
Now is the time to be greedy when it comes to buying that Lake Home you've been wanting, especially in Georgia and surrounding states. This area is experiencing a drought, the kind of which we only see every … (1 comments)
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al maxwell: Buying your first home - 10/16/07 01:29 PM
BUYING YOUR FIRST HOME
One service that we provide is a VIDEO LIBRARY of various topics, all of which can help you in Real Estate. If you are thinking about buying your first home, then I recommend you open this link and watch this informative video.
At this site you will also find videos … (1 comments)
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al maxwell: Are Auctions the next step? - 10/09/07 07:20 AM
Today on Good Morning America, there was a a story on a subdivision in Manteca, CALIFORNIA.
Because of the slowing market, developers are putting dozens of homes up for AUCTION. They compare it to what car dealers do in desperate times.
The people who bought within the past year paid about … (0 comments)
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al maxwell: Banks must unload 12,000 Houses - 10/08/07 08:12 AM
In this week's Atlanta Business Chronicle, there is an article about the number of homes for sale by banks. The article says that banks here in Atlanta have 12,309 foreclosed properties in the five county metro.
The total number of homes for sale is 71,148, so you can see that this … (0 comments)
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al maxwell: Forest Brook Subdivision - 09/25/07 07:51 AM
*** Forest Brook Subdivision ***
What a great place to call home!
This wonderful East Cobb neighborhood is tucked away from the busy streets yet has good access to key roads such as Johnson Ferry and Roswell Road. Also good proximity to I-75 and Highway 400.
Forest Brook Subdivision is one of the most affordable … (1 comments)
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al maxwell: Tiffany Park Subdivision - 09/25/07 07:47 AM
*** TIFFANY PARK SUBDIVISION ***
What a great place to call home!
This wonderful East Cobb neighborhood is just off of Lower Roswell Road in a very popular area of Marietta/East Cobb.
It is an exclusive enclave of just 21 homes, all custom built with many upgrades and upscale features.
It has good access to … (0 comments)
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al maxwell: Heritage Trace Subdivision - 09/17/07 10:08 PM
Heritage Trace Subdivision
If you are looking to get into one of Atlanta's best school districts, have good access to most of Atlanta and need a reasonably priced home, you should look at Heritage Trace Subdivision.
Heritage Trace Subdivision is in the southeast corner of Cobb County. That location is close to Highway 400, … (0 comments)
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al maxwell: Just a few thoughts beyond LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION - 09/17/07 05:29 PM
As you search for the home that you are going to buy, there are many factors that go into the decision of WHERE you plan to live.
We all know the cliché about LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION in buying real estate, but I want to take you a few steps beyond the obvious.
1. … (0 comments)
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al maxwell: Getting out of your LEASE in order to buy a HOME! - 09/16/07 10:27 PM
If you are starting to look for a home/condo to buy and currently rent, please read this.
One thing that you need to be aware of are your options to get out of your current lease. If your lease is about to end, discuss with your landlord the option of either … (0 comments)
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al maxwell: Do you need a HOME INSPECTION for NEW CONSTRUCTION?? - 09/16/07 09:00 PM
In the process of buying a home, some people feel like if the home is NEW CONSTRUCTION, then no inspection is needed. The feeling is..."well it was inspected by the county/state and it's NEW, so it must be OK."
Please take my advice....GET A HOME INSPECTION, EVEN FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION.
Here's why: Even … (0 comments)
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al maxwell: The very first step in buying a home or condo - 09/10/07 07:20 AM
As you dream about buying that first home or condominium, there is a very important first step to get you on your way: Get Pre-qualified for a Mortgage!
By applying for a mortgage, you will find out several key points that are critical for buying a home. The interview process takes about … (0 comments)
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al maxwell: More and more time on the computer - 09/04/07 07:48 AM
My wife and I have friendly arguments over which of us spends more time on the computer. She works out of the home and spends most days on-line in some capacity. With an "office-office" and home office, I've found that there are MORE AND MORE TASKS that require me using a computer. … (4 comments)
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al maxwell: Willow Point Subdivision - 09/03/07 05:00 PM
Willow Point Subdivision is in a prime location of Marietta/East Cobb. It is a more affordable subdivision in the area and has access to some of the best schools in Georgia. Willow Point has it's own Swim and Tennis center and seasonal neighborhood parties.
It is near great grocery and retail shopping.
Willow … (0 comments)
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al maxwell: Keeping homes smelling fresh - 09/03/07 04:49 PM
One pointer that I picked up years ago had to do with the SMELL of vacant listings. As we all know, smell can make or break a deal, and it's hard to keep homes smelling fresh, especially the older ones.
Owners of vacant properties like to save on HVAC bills, while they … (4 comments)
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al maxwell: Homes for Sale in Cheshire Manor - 09/03/07 04:31 PM
All three homes for sale are some of the finest built in the area. All have soaring 12 foot ceilings,4 Side Brick/Stone, Concrete tile roofs, Excellent school districts. Some have finished basements. All have a wonderfully unique design.
Here are the three homes currently finished or almost complete and ready for your family. … (0 comments)
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al maxwell: Camden Place of East Cobb-Marietta - 08/27/07 08:48 PM
Camden Place of East Cobb
This desirable community has approximately 179 beautiful homes. Current sales prices are ranging from $572,000 to $736,000 (as of Sept 2007). Many of the homes are updated with new kitchens and finished basements. The neighborhood amenities include tennis, pool and clubhouse.
Camden Place is convenient to Johnson Ferry and Roswell … (0 comments)
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al maxwell: 3334 Ebenezer Farm Road - 07/19/07 02:54 PM
Beautiful Executive Home in Marietta Georgia, with 5 full baths and 5 full bedrooms. Finished Basement, with office, Wired Home Theatre room, Work Room and Play room.
Back yard is over 10,000 square feet and already fenced and landscaped.Check out this Link
http://beta.coldwellbankeratlanta.com/search/FMLS-SF-DetailDisplay.cfm?fmlsnumber=3519441
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