Blog entries tagged with "business":


business: I Don't Have Competition. I Have Opportunity - 07/09/08 01:53 AM
Today I was asked a question by a fellow notary that made me ponder for few a moments before I replied.  He asked me how I "do it" with so much competition in my area(?). 
"Do It?" Meaning successfully run my Notary Loan Signing Business?  Competition? I thought,  YIKES!  Well, I … (0 comments)

business: NON-RECOURSE Draw on Future Profits, NO PERSONAL GUARANTEES!!!! - 07/08/08 07:39 PM
NON-RECOURSE Draw on Future Profits, NO PERSONAL GUARANTEES!!!!  DO YOU OR YOUR BUSINESS NEED MONEY???Non-Recourse Draw on Future Profits Overview·         We can advance up to $500,000 or more to your business right now by purchasing a small percentage of your future sales. ·         The advanced amount is based only on the Visa … (0 comments)

business: Your NATIONWIDE Commercial Lending and Business Capital Source!!! - 07/08/08 07:38 PM
Your Nationwide Commercial Lending and Business Capital Source!  Hello Active Rain!Just wanted to make sure you were all alerted of our services!  Commercial Investment Source is a FULL SERVICE commercial money placement firm.  We do all types of commercial lending, from conventional commercial loans, to hard money, private equity, business acquisition, … (0 comments)

business: Referrals Beget Referrals - 07/08/08 04:20 PM
Referrals... often the hot lead that is ours to not screw up.  We all want them, so what is one of the best ways to get them?
Refer to others.  
Think about it.  It is human nature to reciprocate. 
For example, suppose you need to refer to someone for another service (survey, … (0 comments)

business: A Significant Once in a Lifetime Birthday! - 07/08/08 01:25 PM
Today is a special day for me.  I was born on July 8, 1954.  That is exactly 54 years ago today!  I have been intrigued and inspired by the numbers of 1954 and being 54 today.  I started thinking about it and realized it will only happen once in my lifetime.  … (9 comments)

business: YOUR TICKET TO FREEDOM! - 07/07/08 10:10 PM
YOUR TICKET TO FREEDOM!   Are you eager to achieve FINANCIAL FREEDOM? The solution...one of the BIGGEST, BADDEST Training Event weekends to date! You have NINE-yes nine-opportunities, NEXT WEEKEND, to partake in this informative and motivating workshop! Join like-minded individuals, as YOU embark on a journey towards reaching the "AMERICAN DREAM." … (1 comments)

business: 6 months down, 6 to go - 07/07/08 04:44 PM
First of all I hope you had a wonderful and safe 4th of July, and now it's time to get back to work. Half the year is gone--forget the talking heads, was your first 6 months what you were hoping for?
For me this time of year is always a checkpoint. … (12 comments)

business: Central America - 07/07/08 02:04 PM
Hello, yesterday I posted something on Costa Rica, and I will continue to post what I know about the countries that make up Central America.  Some of the interesting things about this part of the world is: 1.  Most countries permit you to buy property with the same rights as a … (2 comments)

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business: ACTIVE RAIN WORKS...with a click from a mouse--a referral "can" appear! - 07/07/08 11:48 AM
I've been on ActiveRain for quite a spell now. I'm not a top-producing POSTER/BLOGGER, and I don't have a stream of followers, though the ones I have, I appreciate.  I do my fair share of posting, commenting and parking (a lot of parking). The stuff I've learned on ActiveRain has been amazing; TONS of information … (23 comments)

business: A new way to look at the 3 R's; recycle, reuse, and renew. - 07/06/08 09:57 PM
When I asked several business owners about recycling I was shocked by the answer.  Did you know many businesses in the area I live can not recycle?  It's true, over 1/3rd of local businesses are restricted by services not being provided, costs, or recycle bins not being allowed to be placed … (5 comments)

business: Free Websites or Paid For Websites --- which performs better? - 07/06/08 10:46 AM
Can a website that is free perform as well as websites that cost? It has become fashionable for real estate agents to have more than one site, some are branded and others are unbranded and the number can run from just one site up to many. Many websites are state of … (7 comments)

business: Do You Have To Be A Type A Personality To Survive In Business? - 07/05/08 09:59 PM
                                                           
                                            
 The Wiki definition of a Type A personality and a Type B Personality is:
Type A individuals can be described as impatient, excessively time-conscious, insecure about their status, highly competitive, hostile and aggressive, and incapable of relaxation.  They are often high achieving workaholics who multi-task, drive themselves with … (13 comments)

business: Business Success Seminar - Climbing the Corporate Ladder in High Heels - 07/04/08 10:36 PM
Business Success Seminar Climbing the Corporate Ladder in High Heels Tana Goertz is offering a brand new business seminar to help other’s attract success into their lives. This seminar is great for women’s leadership summits, diversity conferences, or for general empowerment of women in the workforce.
What is the #1 thing … (3 comments)

business: Define Your Purpose- Real Estate Edition - 07/04/08 07:58 PM
Over the last couple of months I've written a series of posts about 12 ideas that I use in my coaching business to help clients improve any problem area in their lives. You can download a copy of my e-book of these 12 steps by visiting my website at www.kevinbungert.com. 
Today I … (8 comments)

business: Notary Fingerprinting - Getting acceptable prints the first time - 07/04/08 01:34 PM
Fifth in a series of articles on the Notary Profession. This article covers Fingerprinting; "unique", perhaps one of the most misused words, truly applies to our fingerprints. I will discuss why we have fingerprints, some of the earliest uses, a bit about types and classifications; and how to obtain fingerprints that … (0 comments)

business: Happy Fourth Of July - 07/03/08 11:37 AM
Happy Fourth of July July 3rd, 2008 12:29 PM
Come celebrate the Fourth of July in Wilminington NC !
Enjoy your day at Wrightsville or Carolina Beach NC
Friday 6:00 - 9:00 PM Downtown with music,food and fireworks.
Southport NC has a parade at 10:00 plus food,crafts,music and fireworks
Enjoy Oak … (0 comments)

business: What’s In A Name? - 07/01/08 10:35 PM
“Hello Crusty” read the first line of the email sent to me from a senior exec last week. Now – I’m used to (and can fairly readily excuse) the odd “Kristy” I get via email (my name is Kirsty, not Kristy, Kristen, Kirsten, Kirsti or the litany of others I get … (0 comments)

business: Full Time Veterinary Now Open In Shelburne - 07/01/08 06:34 PM
Pets and their owners need worry no more about transient veterinary service in Shelburne. We now have Dr. Bob McKee and his wife, Terry, in town and looking to grow some deep roots.
McKee, who operated a small veterinarian practice in Waterloo throughout the '90s, has extensive emergency medical experience through … (0 comments)

business: Month 1 - Area Profiles - 07/01/08 04:50 PM

One of the best and easiest ways a real estate agent can start grabbing eyeballs with your blog is to blog about the individual neighborhoods contained within each city wherein you specialize.  There are whole web sites devoted to this type of marketing (yelp, city search) yet these sites can … (1 comments)

business: BNI Works! The Best way to get MORE Referrals! - 07/01/08 01:59 PM
   I recently joined the Rainmakers Chapter of BNI here in Greensboro, NC!  BNI stands for Business Networking International, and is a world wide organization.  Only one person per occupation can join...so if you take the Realtor seat YOU are the ONLY Realtor.
   It has been one of the most profitable … (3 comments)

business: Who told you that? - 07/01/08 12:03 PM
 
WHO TOLD YOU THAT?
Sometimes we the people tend to be influenced by other people!  Have you ever been influenced by someone else? or their opinion?  We all have in one way or another!  Just this past Sunday at Church our World renoun Pastor, Preached the message titled "WHO TOLD YOU THAT".  We are influenced … (0 comments)

business: Making money in the down times - 07/01/08 11:48 AM
As a Realtor I have witnessed the ups and downs. Saving in the ups and squeaking by in the downs. So in my journey of looking for what was out there I found something that really made sense to me. And now I am just sharing what I found. To me … (0 comments)

business: Get Rid Of " TRY " In Your Life and Business - 07/01/08 01:57 AM
          There have been times in my life and in business when something would happen to the success and flow of things working, that I could not understand the reasoning behind the results.
          In a past life it was easy to just blame someone or something when this occurred. Never would I look … (12 comments)

business: DOWNTOWN DC ENJOYS HEALTHY ECONOMY DESPITE NATIONAL RECESSION - 06/30/08 04:19 PM
The Downtown DC Business Improvement District (BID) recently released its 2007 State of Downtown Report, which shows that the Downtown BID area's economy has remained surprisingly robust in the midst of international and national economic and financial hardships. During 2007, visitors in the Downtown BID area hit an all time high … (0 comments)

business: A New York Love Story!! - 06/30/08 02:57 PM
I am back in Cape Coral after a two week combination business and pleasure trip to New Jersey and New York! While in NY my son got married and at the wedding one of his buddy's shared this story with me! It is to funny to keep to myself so here … (1 comments)

business: Getting Back to the Basics when the Basics have Changed - 06/30/08 11:28 AM
Getting Back to the Basics when the Basics have Changed, an article from RealtyTimes.com, reports that it is true that real estate works in cycles, the housing market will come back as will business, but it will be a very different type of business.  The Real Estate Consulting model is built on … (3 comments)

business: Hello Steubenville! - 06/30/08 09:34 AM
Hi,
I am writting this blog to let you know of Steubenville, OH...home of Dean Martin!
It's a Historic quaint town located on the Ohio Scenic byway and also home to Franciscan University of Steubenville. 
Steubenville is home to many unique attractions such as the City of Murals project, where you … (2 comments)

business: Summer Travel Tax Deductions - 06/29/08 10:26 PM
Another winner as far as timely advice!  The economy is probably forcing all of us to stay a little closer to home than we would like this year.  Even so, many of us still need to take those summertime trips to Lord know where.  Here's som frindly advice to help Uncle … (1 comments)

business: Home Office Tax Deduction Dos and Don'ts - 06/29/08 10:19 PM
We all probably sit down at tax time wondering what can or shouldbe deducted for our home office.  Preparing my own taxes sometimes leaves me sweating bullets.  Home office tax deductions are one of the most scrutinized in any audit.  There are some concise explanations here ( http://www.sjbts.net/rep-homeoffice.php).  One of the biggest … (5 comments)

business: 3 Ways to Make More Money with Email - 06/29/08 08:52 PM
 
Email is the cheapest form of marketing out there. So why isn't every small business owner using it? Well, it's probably because most people are unaware of how easy it is to turn a simple email into a marketing "cash machine."
Try these 3 easy ideas, and you'll notice … (11 comments)

business: Why SEO is critical to your business and your survival? - 06/29/08 04:29 PM
If you have read much in the way of posts relating to SEO and search online in your marketplace it is likely that your perception of competing online is that you've already lost, so why even try.  This is both fortunate and unfortunate.  It's fortunate for you if you take your … (4 comments)

business: OK, my little secret is out - 06/29/08 03:32 PM
OK, you're probably wondering where I get all these free gifts. The reality is that I have just accumulated them over the years. Some I use more than others. But at some point they all have served to be of value to me in my business. The one I use the … (1 comments)

business: Southwest Florida Business Networking events this coming week: - 06/29/08 08:37 AM
I know of the following Business Networking events this coming week:
Monday - Jun 30, 2008  - Sarasota County:   - - Venice - Power Networking Lunch 11:45 - 1PM Cost is $15 Left Coast Seafood 750 US Hwy 41   - - - Bypass N  Tuesday - July 01, 2008  - Manatee … (0 comments)

business: Winnie the Pooh and Real Estate Too - 06/28/08 11:54 AM
Other than the "100 aker wood" how does Pooh Bear relate to Real Estate?
The other day I had finished a book titled "Juggling Elephants" (which I recommend for the busy agent... or those that plan to be) and was looking for something to read. I found a very old copy … (8 comments)

business: Leave the Business Now or Declare Bankruptcy - 06/28/08 09:40 AM
I just read a blog post by a gentleman, Gary White who is a broker / owner in Michigan about how many of the agents he runs into are struggling with the slow market gas prices and mounting debt.  The picture he painted was pretty grim for many of these agents.  … (7 comments)

business: Net Income vs Agent Split - 06/27/08 11:34 PM
A few of our Phoenix Real Estate Office team members and myself have been brainstorming a bit about the benefits that agents have who join our office.  One of the common objections that we hear is about the split.  If you have read some of my older posts like "Why lead … (10 comments)

business: What kind of Business Cell Phone Etiquette do you have? - 06/27/08 07:54 PM
Isn't it amazing how much cells phones affect so many parts of our lives? Cell phones have really changed our lives haven't they?  My husband was gone for two weeks to complete his last Doctoral module in Southern California.  He would call every morning and then in the evenings.  It is … (13 comments)

business: The Basics Of Affiliate Marketing - 06/27/08 01:51 PM
Affiliate marketing is when people promote other people’s products. For example, what you would do is sign up to sell product xy and you would get a unique link to send people to. When people visit that link and buy, you make a commission on the sale. Read More! … (0 comments)

business: Personal Installment Loans - 06/27/08 01:20 PM
Whenever you need to get a little bit of money in your pocket, a personal installment loan can help you to achieve that. The reason why these are so attractive is because you can borrow a chunk of cash at one time and then pay it back over a period of … (2 comments)

business: Financial Planning and Money Management - 06/27/08 01:19 PM
One of the bigger challenges we all face is planning for retirement. The approaching is absurd to predict, and the added abroad we are from retirement the added difficult it is to actuate what our banking needs may be if the time comes. A adequate retirement depends on alive how abundant … (0 comments)

business: 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)

business: In Order to Grow, You Must Step Outside Your Comfort Zone - 06/27/08 06:30 AM
These are some challenging and uncertain times we face.  We should all keep in mind that it is really a Blessing in disguise.  Facing uncertainty can be a good thing, as it forces us to step out of our comfort zone and finds ways to be creative and resourceful.  Many things … (5 comments)

business: Arizona Independents Week - 06/26/08 11:57 PM
Independents Week
Governor Napolitano Declares "Independents Week" Governor Janet Napolitano has proclaimed June 30-July 6 to be “Independents Week” for Arizona. The proclamation coincides with Local First Arizona’s annual celebration of the independently owned, local businesses that are the backbone of a strong economy.
For the next week during Independents Week … (0 comments)

business: Stop Trading Hours for Dollars - 06/26/08 10:43 PM
(Create Passive Income)Once again, I'm actually writing this article from my bath. You have to try this! It's so much fun to get work done while soaking in the tub. This is a perfect example of what you can do if you learn how to leverage your time and create passive … (8 comments)

business: How to work Referrals Biz to Biz-great way to bring in clients! - 06/26/08 10:24 PM
This is a great article from www.nationalbusiness.org.  I usually get an email each week from the NBA-National Business Association and with all of the magazines, books, blogs and more to read, I don't always get to read them all. I am glad I read this article, though. It is about referrals-meaning … (2 comments)

business: Good read for just about everybody - 06/26/08 07:48 PM
"The Go-Giver" is an excellent read. Fast and in story mode, a good parable. This is the kind of book you can read in just a couple of hours, one good sitting if you can find the time. "A Little Story about a Powerful Business Idea." Writeen by Bob Burg and … (1 comments)

business: Buy Local - Save Gas - Go Green - 06/26/08 02:45 PM
Many municipalities are realizing that local businesses, attractions and events may benefit from the current high gas prices.  Shop Local!  As most people I come in contact with are seeking to minimize their driving costs, this is a great opportunity for local business to stress their high quality and often unique products … (0 comments)

business: Free Audio Books Downloads -- great business books to help you - 06/26/08 09:54 AM
I have recently found that many libraries across the country offer free audio book downloads right to your computer. I've downloaded some really great ones that help me in this business. It's really easy to do and with hundreds of libraries participating, there's a good chance yours does too. To … (6 comments)

business: Home Safety Tips For Vacationers - 06/25/08 10:01 PM
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business: High Visibility, Broker ?owner will consider trades or assistance to to right qualified buyer. Milwaukee - 06/25/08 09:00 PM
All ready for your business ideas, call for possibiliites. Seller may assist. Milwaukee  High Visibility, Busy business location, High traffic, Seller may assist. $224,900. Milwaukee, Wisconsin    … (0 comments)

business: Getting Creative in a Challenging Economy - 06/24/08 08:57 PM
Are you feeling like your clients and prospects are getting more wary about spending money? Are they taking longer to make decisions? Are you struggling to convince homeowners to purchase from you? If not, great! You are one of the lucky ones. Although "official" statistics do not yet show that consumer … (10 comments)

business: Alexandria247.com - 06/24/08 04:51 PM
Go to www.alexandria247.com! This is a new website and it has the local businesses information at the end of your fingertips.  If you are looking for real estate, hotels, restaurants, mortgage companies or anything else it is all on this site. You can even find me, Keary Beck Coffin.  I am … (0 comments)

business: Interesting Business Facts For Charleston, South Carolina - 06/24/08 03:21 PM
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business: Being Consistent and The Rewards Will Follow - 06/24/08 12:18 AM
        Sometimes I feel as if I have walked thru so many new ideas and trends about Real Estate that I just want to jump off the train and let it head on down the road without me.             Embracing new technology in our business is a given.....but is all of it really … (60 comments)

business: Does Blogging Help your Business? - 06/23/08 11:43 PM
Up until a few months ago I hadn't even thought of blogging for business.  I have had a blog on my site at www.melbournehomesearch.com for quite some time.  I know that many of my customers read it and to me it was more of a way to talk to my current … (6 comments)

business: Bagging The Elephant - 06/23/08 09:58 PM


Networking is an excellent way to get where you want to go without all the effort.  There is an excellent tool on the Internet that helps facilitate networking, it's calling LikedIn.com.  LikedIn allows you to see the contacts of your contacts, and as such approach them, e-mail, and otherwise.  … (3 comments)

business: Your Business Will Survive..... Take a Break!! - 06/23/08 09:09 AM
Since January it has been like old times for Realtors in Cape Coral and the rest of Southwest Florida! Buyers have been taking advantage of the low prices and we have been working from dawn to dusk to keep up! This has been a welcome return after a long 26 months … (12 comments)

business: How to be Successful in Business and Life - 06/23/08 12:02 AM
Guys, being successfully isn’t as hard as you might think, especially in today’s mostly courtesy- and competency-free society. Here are four simple guidelines that will help you be successful both in your personal and professional life. If they sound deceptively simple, it’s because they are. Nevertheless, if you follow these guidelines … (0 comments)

business: Rich Dad Discounted Education Opportunity! - 06/22/08 01:58 PM
Discounted Investment Education Opportunity   I have 7 Rich Dad Education (Wealth Intelligence Academy) classes to sell at a significant discount. These are the remaining 7 classes of a package that I purchased in May of last year. I have used 4 of the original 11 classes of the Business Success … (9 comments)

business: Fourth of July - Closer to Home - 06/22/08 01:22 PM
This summer many more people will be staying local during the celebration of our country's birth. The Fourth of July is traditionally one of the most popular holidays for travel but due to the escallating prices on gas, food and other items many people will opt to stay closer to … (14 comments)

business: Southwest Florida Business Networking events this coming week: - 06/22/08 10:43 AM
I know of the following Business Networking events this coming week:
Monday - Jun 23, 2008  - Sarasota County:   - - Venice - Power Networking Lunch 11:45 - 1PM Cost is $15 Unknown Location at this time. Tuesday - June 24, 2008  - Manatee County:   - - Open Network Bradenton 11:45AM  … (0 comments)

business: Spa Quality Skin Care for your clients? - 06/21/08 04:29 PM
www.VotreVu.comSandra & Chris BentonVotre Vu Consultant # 12950 www.SkinCareQuality.com We wanted to let you all know about an AMAZING opportunity that we have just discovered! We all know of the skin care companies that offer great compensation and vehicles to their top consultants, right? However, there is so much market … (0 comments)

business: Realtor Marketing Tip #24: Do You Have A "Social Object" In Your Business? - 06/20/08 08:30 AM
Last night I attended one of the most amazing, ongoing, networking meetings available in the world. No this is not an exageration--it is the Silicon Valley Association of Startup Entrepreneurs aka SVASE. Last  night's panel has incredible substance factor and track records of success: Patrick Chanezon, API Evangelist, Google; Jyri Engestrom … (6 comments)

business: Business "Clarity": The 5 Key Questions You Must Answer Before Marketing "You" - 06/19/08 05:15 PM
In order to understand the importance of preparation in going to market with any business, you must first install processes that will support your business. One of the most important overview processes to perform is answering the 5 Key Questions to starting a successful business. If you do not have answers … (3 comments)

business: What is Webography...and what can it do for your business? - 06/18/08 06:50 PM
Well, a Webographer is someone who can help earn you revenue.  We do this by utilizing today's technology and the internet.  
Some of the technology/software we use to help you accomplish this is Agent Websites (RapidLstings), Single Property Websites (Agency Logic), Virtual Tours (RealBIZ 360), CMA/AVM, Electronic Forms (WinForms/ZipForms), Online Transaction … (0 comments)

business: Realogy Really Realizes (W)Rong - Reuters Reports - 06/18/08 03:46 PM
AND THIS JUST IN: "...Realogy Corp Chairman Henry Silverman expects U.S. home prices to continue to drop this summer, with some stabilization coming in the fourth quarter, he said on Wednesday on CNBC. CORRECTED - Realogy chairman sees home prices dropping this summer Realogy is the parent company of Century 21, … (0 comments)

business: Property of the Week - 921 15th Ave in Monroe, WI. - 06/18/08 03:34 PM
This week's featured property is a commercial building in Monroe. Space, space and more space. If this is what your business needs, come spread out in this commercial building just off of Monroe's downtown square. You will have all the room your business needs with nearly 4500 square feet of commercial … (0 comments)

business: The types of personalities! - 06/18/08 09:04 AM
Dear: Friend
Has this ever happened to you? 
You get a call from a friend who wants to show you something very exciting.  Perhaps it's the next best thing to the electric lamp but he forgot something.  He doesn't understand your personality type! There are four types of people, I think you would be … (0 comments)

business: Rules for Virtual Assistants ...International - 06/18/08 08:39 AM
I currently have a client based out of New York...and have no problem.  As far as I understand an International Virtual Assistant can perform any duties an in house assistant can do (except bring you coffee) as long as we follow the state rules.  Of course all the support and tasks … (0 comments)

business: Commercial Building 1.16 acre, highly traveled, high visibilty road, EZ on off access. Great location for car dealership! - 06/18/08 06:53 AM
Call 888-576-8330 ext 136, for a toll free pre recorded message about this listing. Great location for a business, currently has two tenants. Best use for this property is storage units, with upper level condos, office space/ sub divide land and lease space for storage of boats, large equipment, trucks, etc. … (0 comments)

business: Introduction!!!!! - 06/18/08 12:47 AM
Hello, my name is Kim.  This first blog is to introduce myself to you!  I started up my Virtual Assistant business in 2006 because I wanted to spend more time at home with my kids but still be productive and do something that matters.  I am a true believer in vision … (12 comments)

business: Buyer Tips - 06/17/08 10:57 PM
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business: Farmers spray for bugs before they arrive. - 06/17/08 10:58 AM
Farmers spray for bugs before they arrive.
 
Having seen a few things go wrong on occasion, you have to be sure you do preventive maintenance to avoid breakdowns.
 
Farmers know if you grow it, the bugs will come.  Their art form can pretty much predict what will arrive when, … (0 comments)

business: 10 Seconds to a Great First Impression - 06/16/08 03:14 PM
When buyers are ready to buy and sellers are ready to sell, they no longer use the Yellow Pages to find a real estate professional. Instead, they head straight for their computer and begin their search. When the prospective buyer or seller has found your site, are they going to stay there? … (7 comments)

business: Why are the estimated taxes due today? Aaargh!! - 06/16/08 10:04 AM
With 2008 I'm making an attempt to stay within the law and file my estimated taxes every quarter- except that I found out this morning they are NOT QUARTERLY.  Aaargh!  I wanted to write this note, for those of you who also assumed they were due every three months. Nope.  Due … (0 comments)

business: The Art of Happiness - Making Each Day Your Best - 06/16/08 07:44 AM
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business: Houston #1 in Housing Market! - 06/15/08 09:16 PM
Among the Top 10 U.S. metro housing markets in full year 2006 (according to number of residential building permits issued), only two cities recorded year-over-year percentage increases - Houston (+14.7%) and Los Angeles (+8.7%).Houston's increase, combined with Atlanta's decrease (-6.3%), nudged Atlanta back into second place behind first-place Houston. New York, … (1 comments)

business: Southwest Florida Business Networking events this coming week: - 06/15/08 10:51 AM
I know of the following Business Networking events this coming week:
Monday - Jun 16, 2008  - Sarasota County:   - - Venice - Power Networking Lunch 11:45 - 1PM Cost is $15 Casey's in Venice. Tuesday - June 17, 2008  - Manatee County:   - - Open Network Bradenton 11:45AM  Cost is … (0 comments)

business: The BIG "C" in the A.B.C's of Performance: COACH....BE COACHED! - 06/14/08 11:01 PM
                                                   
                                         
                                                     
                                                                             Coaching
Whether you are new to the business or an experienced pro, coaching has been proven to increase performance levels by 20% or more - while increasing your personal lifestyle!
There are numerous coaches and types of coaching programs - each designed to fit a specific need, … (2 comments)

business: What my dog taught me about my business' health - 06/14/08 10:02 AM
Recently Brian Solinsky started a group on AR called the running challenge.  I think I'm the only other member thus far, but it's already helped me in various ways.  I was a little sad on my run jog this morning.  As I plugged along with Sebastian, his tounge hanging out and his … (7 comments)

business: Reinventing Your Brand With Embroidered Apparel - 06/14/08 01:36 AM
Embroidered apparel is an extensively important and vital necessity for many businesses and a growing number of individuals. One of the benefits of this style is the added benefit of reinventing or creating a brand for your company or even yourself. For instance, everyone recognize UPS simply by the UPS brand … (0 comments)

business: About Business Financing - 06/14/08 01:16 AM
One of the biggest stumbling blocks for a new business owner is acquiring financing for the early costs of establishing the business. Unless you have an established banking relationship or collateral to put down, few banks or lenders are willing to make a loan without a personal guarantee of some sort. … (0 comments)

business: Dick Woodworth, A Father that made a difference around the world! - 06/13/08 04:28 PM
Since, it is Father's Day weekend, I would like to honor my late Father-in-law, J.R. "Dick" Woodworth.  Most of us come from dysfunctional families.  However, I am grateful that there are surrogate family members that come into our lives that help to fill in some of those gaps.  My father-in-law and … (6 comments)

business: Advice From the Mystery Man - 06/13/08 09:36 AM
I was having breakfast with a friend this morning at my favorite greasy breakfast spot, the Hermitage Cafe. We were talking about business and were probably too boisterous when another gentleman joined in with our conversations. I'll call him the 'Mystery Man' because he didn't introduce himself and he was dressed … (3 comments)

business: DO YOU WANT TO SAVE ON SELF EMPLOYMENT TAX? - 06/13/08 12:53 AM
Fellow REALTORS, are there any REALTORS in the business that still don't realize that they are in business? I mean incorporating your real estate business into a "LLC". This will save you at least 15% in self employment tax when it's tax time.
It's very, very easy. Step one name reservation this … (0 comments)

business: The eHomes Realty Network launch in one week! - 06/12/08 11:19 PM
Well it's getting closer and coming along quicker than I had thought.  Starting on Monday, The eHomes Realty Network will be available for Brokers to join.  I am very excited about offering Independent Brokers the ability to finally have access to the tools that the Franchises have (actually most of what … (1 comments)

business: Running your real estate business on an Apple Mac versus a PC - 06/12/08 10:21 PM
  I just recently converted from PC to Mac, and I love it... only two problems... my MLS and Top Producer... these are the only two pieces of my real estate business that are not Mac compatible. To solve this problem, I use a program called Parallels... to moderate success.  For … (6 comments)

business: Optimism Plunges Among Small Business Owners - 06/12/08 07:07 PM
Small business owners are the heartbeat of the nation.  And they are not happy.  In fact, they are worried...worried sick.
Small business owners' optimism has dropped off the table according to a survey from Wells Fargo Bank.  The optimism index - the sum of current and future expectations in six areas … (8 comments)

business: Sell Now Because Things Are Bad And Only Getting Worse!! - 06/12/08 09:03 AM
Hello everyone. I hope that I got your attention, because I have some thoughts to offer, but first I must apologize for my absence here. Between business, preparing for my wedding in a couple of months, putting on a golf tourney fundraiser, and being Master of my Masonic Lodge, it really hasn't left … (2 comments)

business: Do you earn what your worth - 06/12/08 06:49 AM
This Saturday June 14th we are putting together a live webinar.  If you are in the real estate business and want to get some valuable information on increasing your income.  We invite you to take part on this webinar seating is limited so you have to contact us right away.  We … (3 comments)

business: Beige Book Released By Federal Reserve For June 2008 - 06/12/08 12:55 AM
The Federal Reserve recently published their latest issue of the Beige Book. It is available online. The following is a brief list of it's overall (national) summary findings (using data as of June 2nd):1. Economic activity remained weak since the last report. Economic activity was weak, soft, sluggish, modest in all Districts, except Philadelphia, … (3 comments)

business: Florida Amendment 6 - it's about time! - 06/11/08 07:10 PM
I mentioned in a previous blog how excited I was about a number of the proposed constitutional amendments  having to do with property tax reform. Here is my absolute favorite: Number 6, Assessment of Working Waterfront Property Based Upon Current Use. These things make a lot more sense if they are … (0 comments)

business: Modesto Real Estate Agent - Building Your business - Ideas - 06/11/08 12:34 PM
Building your real estate business is all about 2 things: 1) Relationships 2) Specialized Knowledge Building relationships is where most agents fall short. Do you send your top clients birthday cards? do you call them on thier birthday? Do you ask them to refer you?   Any Ideas on how to … (3 comments)

business: Short Sale Chaos and Why - Business Focus and Diversity for Agents. - 06/11/08 10:27 AM
Short sales at first seemed to be the natural progression for innovative real estate agents looking to keep their business going during this horrible down market.  Taking on yet another job, "the short sale negotiator" was a listing agents best weapon to maintain some portion of their income, and for some, their … (4 comments)

business: Seller Tips for a Faster Closing - 06/09/08 10:51 PM
My New Blog Seller Tips on a Faster Real Estate Closing June 9th, 2008 11:20 PM Take extra care of your house to sell it faster because with increasing interest rates it is a buyers market now. These steps will make sure that you get more buyers interested in your property than others … (4 comments)

business: Hybrid Trade Funding can self-fund your project where others fail - 06/09/08 08:30 PM
Hybrid Trade Funding can self-fund your project where others failAsset Based Collateral.  Show us cash, real estate, investor capital or an instrument i.e. and SBLC from a (AA) or (AAA) rated bank that can be verified and we can become very creative and can move quickly.We like to see 10% of … (0 comments)

business: Golf Tips for Real Estate Professionals - 06/08/08 05:34 PM
If you improve your golf game will you sell more real estate? Do you play golf as part of the necessary conduct of your real estate business?  Do people you sell real estate to or buy real estate from want to talk about their latest transaction while out on the putting … (0 comments)

business: Get More Business... - 06/08/08 01:02 PM
How do you get more business - some very good agents have had a not-so-good year...or even YEARS as we've been in this shifting market.  It's been tough, there's no getting around that.  I'm realistic - but I'm also NOT listening to all the negative stuff from the media.  What I … (3 comments)

business: Conducting Business Without Ever Meeting Your Clients - 06/07/08 11:07 PM
                                           The internet is a wonderful thing.  It allows us to conduct business with people that live all over the world.  I have had the opportunity to do complete Home Stagings without ever talking to my clients over the phone or seeing them in person.  Everything has been … (9 comments)

 
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