Blog entries tagged with "awareness":


awareness: How to protect yourself from Identity Theft - Scary but informative... - 08/14/08 05:37 PM
 
Today I read an article from Newsday dealing with Identify Theft.  It was both scary and informative - still trying to figure out which one it was more of.  Unfortunately there's just no way to fully protect yourself.
Awareness is an effective weapon against many forms identity theft.  Be aware … (0 comments)

awareness: 6 Key Transition Questions: Refocusing Your Efforts For Success - 08/11/08 04:01 PM



Reuters.com published this deansguide article August 9, 2008
The following is content from author Susan Hanshaw and her new book “Inner Architect: How To Build The Life You Were Designed To Live” a self help book that enables “you to become your own life coach.” Debra Costner’s … (6 comments)

awareness: DEED SCAM -DISTRESSED HOMEOWNERS BEWARE!!! - 08/05/08 03:01 PM
Here is an example on how to help educate distressed homeowners. It's sick but is really happening. These poor people are facing a crisis and seek help from a company whom they trusted. This is why it makes it so hard for us "Legits" to step in and help. But, … (3 comments)

awareness: Did you know that real estate agents lose their homes too? - 08/03/08 01:19 AM
Recently, I've seen a couple of people respond with negative comments to real estate agents who are trying to stay half-way positive during the current mortgage and real estate crisis. 
 
Just as a reminder...
Many real estate agents are also losing their homes, health care insurance, cars, spouses, etc.
Times are tough, … (9 comments)

awareness: Agent Attacked by a Couple?! - 07/20/08 10:37 PM
This incident happened last year to an agent in my office; however, I saw a recent blog that triggered the ordeal all over.   Everything is okay with her, thanks to a city worker who just happened to be watching out for her.  I'm not a "falling sky" kind of person, but … (4 comments)

awareness: Realtor Marketing Tip #26: I-Newswire.com Free Press Releases Bring In New Traffic - 07/03/08 03:56 PM
One of the most effective marketing professionals happens to be a nationally recognized hyper local blogger by the name of John Harper aka theharperteam.com. One of John's strategies is to employ (for free) the reach and viral power of a site called I-newswire.com.
What is I-Newswire.com?
I-Newswire is press release aggregator. … (0 comments)

awareness: Rip Current Awareness - 06/27/08 12:17 PM
Seaside Vacations (www.OuterBanksVacations.com) would like to thank The Eena Project for a successful Rip Current Awareness day on Wednesday June 25th. 
Seaside Vacations was a proud sponsor of the event, and the education that was presented can save lives. 
Below is some further information about The Eena Project and about Rip … (0 comments)

awareness: Realtor John Harper Keynote Speaking Strategy: Become An Expert And Go To Source For Your Community - 06/27/08 11:14 AM
John Harper of theharperteam in Danville, California is the best example, template, for Realtors who understand the value of marketing yourself through public speaking. John is an expert, and I don’t use that term very often, in online networking aka social networking. Even more critical to his efforts is the … (0 comments)

awareness: Ability Camp Fundraiser For Cerebral Palsy June 23rd to August 22nd - 06/13/08 09:26 AM

A client of mine Scott Doverspike, who I known ever since I got in the Mortgage Business 5 years ago, reached out to me asking for assistance in raising funds for his son Tyler.
Tyler was born prematurely with lungs not fully developed. This has caused lack of oxygen reaching … (3 comments)

awareness: Safety First - 05/24/08 12:15 AM
Remember, Safety First.....We have all been told that a time or two and Blogging is no different. There are posts about how to keep your blog protected from hackers but consider for a moment the hundreds of strangers able to track you on the web? Would you tell the creepy person … (8 comments)

awareness: Communication - 05/18/08 09:23 AM
We do this with each other all day long. I tell you about how I think about or feel about something. You hear it and it feels and sounds to me as if you understand. The same is reverse, and so it goes with many more people for each of us … (2 comments)

awareness: Celebrating Earth Day with E-FAX - 04/22/08 08:33 PM
My Earth Day Support
Well to help celebrate this Great day called Earth Day, I wanted to share a tip to all of us in the Real Estate Business.  Even though this tip may be small, any effort to help with Eary Day's Main Vision will help tremendously!!
Before I share my tip, … (12 comments)

awareness: Forget Oprah - Here's YOUR chance to GIVE... for FREE! - 04/16/08 09:10 PM
I received an e-mail from a friend today asking for my help.  I am issuing this plea to the entire AR community to help his brother realize his dream...
John is a father of three, has been married for 13 years... and was diagnosed with Stage 4 inoperable lung cancer one year … (5 comments)

awareness: *Update Bill Passed* Support S. 1315 (FILIPINO VETERANS EQUITY ACT) - 04/16/08 08:59 PM
 
***Update the Bill finally got passed SENATE VOTED YES 96-1 TO FILVETS BENEFITS AND S.1315***
Thanks for all the support!!
Filipino American Veterans
One of the most pressing long-time issues in the Filipino American community is the fight for Filipinos, who fought for the American military during World War 2, to receive full … (4 comments)

awareness: AVOID ANYONE FROM MONEYTREE FUNDING - 04/14/08 12:49 PM
I JUST WANTED TO MAKE EVERYONE AWARE OF A SCAM BY MONEY TREE FUNDING.  IF YOU RECEIVE ANY TYPE OF EMAIL OR CONTACT FROM MONEY TREE FUNDING OR ROBERT BECK WHO "SAYS" THAT HE IS THE SALES MANAGER FOR MONEY TREE, DISREGARD THIS COMMUNICATION!  YOU WILL END UP PAYING FOR LEADS … (15 comments)

awareness: Sellers & Listing Agents -- Are you hurting your potential buyers mortgage payment? - 04/13/08 02:30 PM
 
You are a seller that lists with a real estate agent, and one of you decides that you will not accept FHA financing as a means of a potential buyer purchasing your home? Why is this? Have you been misinformed by the general public? By a real estate agent that … (12 comments)

awareness: Virginia - First State to mandate schools for Internet Safety Classes - 04/11/08 12:03 AM
More children are taking part of social network sites and becoming more internet accustomed ever than before.
Rewind back 10years or so and even thinking about internet safety in classrooms may not seem important but as the internet gap becomes more of a household activity than unknown, the internet safety class should … (3 comments)

awareness: Real Estate Agents, Be Careful! - 03/17/08 12:16 AM
Agents beware!When I first came into the business, I heard several long-time agents talk about being aware and proceeding carefully when showing property to strangers. Our office has even offered classes where basic defense skills were taught. Also, we were warned to ALWAYS meet clients at the office and if we … (14 comments)

awareness: The Pink Ribbon - 03/13/08 10:50 AM
A handsome, middle-aged man walked quietly into the cafe and sat down. Before he ordered, he couldn't help but notice a group of younger men at the table next to him. It was obvious they were making fun of something about him, and it wasn't until he remembered he was wearing … (19 comments)

awareness: Half truths and blanket statements - 02/19/08 11:28 AM
Let's talk seriously for a minute.
You may have seen the most recent National Association of REALTORS public awareness commercials (If not, click on the video at the bottom of this post for one example). For better or worse, the NAR is looked upon by many in America as a reputable … (0 comments)

awareness: Take This Community and _______ It! - 02/12/08 03:24 PM
Teach
Wouldn't our community be a better place if we all decide to fill in the blank with Teach.
When thinking about ideas for my next blog, I thought about my life and my career.  Was I doing enough?  Enough for me?  Enough for my community?  I know there are a few that think, … (9 comments)

awareness: Everthing you need to know to protect yourself: Identity Theft - 02/07/08 01:00 PM
 
Identity-Theft is the fastest growing crime in America; 9.9 MILLION victims were reported last year, according to a Federal Trade Commission survey!
What is identity theft?
Identity theft occurs when someone uses your personally identifying information, like your name, Social Security number, or credit card number, without your permission, to commit fraud … (1 comments)

awareness: Looking to Meet with other "Green" (Environmentally Focused) Individuals in Rhode Island? - 01/29/08 01:00 PM
If you're looking for a great group of "Green" individuals here in Rhode Island, look no further!

The Rhode Island Environmental Network group meets each and every month to discuss environmental issues and activities here in the Ocean State.

To join the group's email list, please contact … (3 comments)

awareness: Celebration of Spirit and Love! Live Life and Love Every Moment in Awareness! - 12/21/07 09:54 PM
Celebration of Spirit and Love! ~ Live Life With Love Every Moment in Awareness.
A son most cherished and dear, with gentle heart and shining light.  Life's beacon bright with the strongest heart of shining gold, and spirit bold. He danced the spirit dance with purity of heart. He was strong … (8 comments)

awareness: Peas. Twitter. Cancer. - 12/20/07 08:06 PM
Peas. Twitter. Cancer. These three seemingly unrelated items have been brought together in an act of courage and zest by Susan Reynolds. Together they hold a powerful and valuable mission: to bring awareness to breast cancer and to raise money for research.
Susan has captured the power of the Twitter community … (1 comments)

awareness: Security for women seminar - 11/14/07 01:05 AM
Right About Real Estate is happy to say that last week hosted a a very interesting seminar for our agents and some customers.The subject of the seminar was:"Situational Awareness and Self defense seminar for women"
http://rightabouthomes.com/BLOG/2007/11/situational-awarness-and-self-defense.html#links
It was a 2.5 hours seminar, we believe as a brokerage that is important that our agents are aware of the … (4 comments)

awareness: California Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency.... - 11/05/07 07:28 PM
Whether you live in Marin County or San Diego County there are some great resources out there to find out what you qualify for concerning incentives.Here is a link that will help you find out what may and may not work for your particular situation.
Federal Incentives can be found here. 
The above … (0 comments)

awareness: Going Pink for the Cause! October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month - 10/12/07 11:16 AM
Along with many others in the Active Rain community, I have "gone pink" in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  Interestingly enough, my wife had her check-up/exam this morning, so what better time than now?  After all, I am secure enough in my masculinity to wear pink.
Here is a link to … (21 comments)

awareness: A lighter post ... maybe, maybe not - 10/01/07 08:40 PM
After Saturday's heavy post on my opinion regarding the consequences of foreclosures, I promised a lighter post "tomorrow". I wrote one, but decided it wasn't light enough and deleted it.
So instead, I decided not to post ... the pressure of "light" was killing me! Today is not Saturday's tomorrow, so … (4 comments)

awareness: LISTENING - 04/03/07 09:56 PM
If Einstein were a REAL musician his theory of relativity would have been E = Fb.
Besides real estate, I'm a professional musician and I've been involved in music my whole life.  Without "tooting my own horn' (too much) I play in a Dixieland band and I run a big band "The … (1 comments)

awareness: Have a Happy & Safe Holidays Season - Be Aware! - 11/28/06 04:08 PM
Below is the attachment to an e-mail I received from a friend. I do not know the true/ accuracy of it. As the holidays season is coming, I wish all of you a safe and happy holidays, please take precaution to safeguard your family...
All the best,
Minh Nguyen, Realtor
UPS UniformsGovernment Warning … (0 comments)

 
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