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This is an observation, but also brings forth a question. In the real estate world there are a lot of agents that are in this business that are not only unprofessional, but do NOT know what they are doing. I'm sure we have all run into this at one time or … (17 comments)
I just don't understand it when somebody says they'll do something and then they don't do it. What twisted part of human nature is it that motivates people to do say or act like they are truly going to commit to do something and they are a no show, no call or do … (9 comments)
When I look at my statistics since January, more than half of my prospects and 60% of my successful closings have been with clients were born in countries outside the United States. The lesson I talk about in "Egg on MY FACE - part 1" becomes even more valid.
It's my belief & personal opinion that Real Estate Agents should attend a Realtor "Etiquette" Class. What exactly would this entail? It would entail how to deal with the other agent involved in the real estate transaction. How many times have you encountered issues primarily due to the "other" agent?
Is there a proper etiquette to Blogging on ActiveRain with regard to length of the Blog? I'm new to Blogging and could use a few pointers; perhaps some guidelines are available or any comments that might be helpful.
Also, is there a way to have your Blog show up as a … (6 comments)
My frustration level is about over the top today. Nothing is more infuriating then calling an agent's cell and getting voice mail followed by calling their office and being given their voice mail there too.
Neighborhoods across America are seeing their landscapes change as a result of foreclosure. It’s no longer surprising to hear about financial difficulties in your neighborhood, or even on your street. Hit hard by staggering loans, debt, and unemployment, many people are defaulting on home loans and losing not just their homes … (0 comments)
I've been here for 1.5 years. I love it. I thought I'd share my few pearls of wisdom that'll help you learn quicker than I learned. This past weekend, I asked an fairly straightforward question that evolved into a sub bloggin post of it's own. Members started to get cross against … (20 comments)
If you know you will be working with someone from another country, I suggest you spend some time and learn more about them. There is nothing more embarrassing than meeting someone and later not being able to figure out why they walked away from working with you. It only takes a … (2 comments)
I've been tossing this idea around in my head for a while now, and thought, well, just post it! 
At first, when my husband began to grumble about cashiers in our local supermarket forgetting to say "thank you," I dismissed it as the exception to the rule. Then, when it happened to me repeatedly at the supermarket, department store, pharmacy, and other places of business, I began to see that the practice of … (5 comments)
Education, experience and intelligence are no longer enough to succeed in business today. The years you have spent improving your job skills must now be enhanced with business etiquette. As Warren Buffet quoted, "It takes twenty years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. If you think about … (9 comments)
My mouth dropped in disbelief when I heard about this.
Do you use a bluetooth?
First, I want to say that I am writing this from a consumer's perspective not a Mortgage Broker! 
In the infamous words (for those of you who are old enough to remember) of Phil Donahue, is the caller there? Yes the caller is there but he or she always seems to pop up in Meetings. Maybe I am more sensitive as it is license renewal time so i have … (12 comments)
I am trying to help an agent in my office move a luxury property that he is involved in, but I am unsure how to go about that on AR while maintaining the proper blogging etiquette. Could a few of you more experienced AR bloggers help me out here? Any and … (2 comments)
Seriously. 
I am beginning work on a new college class to add to our associate degree program in real estate at Columbus State (in Ohio) about Professionalism and Realtor Etiquette, and could use your help.This is a 3 credit hour class and if we get responses, will offer it to our degree … (7 comments)
I would like to start a blog about suggested Real Estate etiquette.
'Hello? Is YOUR listing agent there?!' Not returning phone calls is one of my BIGGEST pet-peeves! Scott Daniels' Active Rain post on yet, another slack agent, prompted me to share this recent 'happening.' 
Tomorrow my husband returns to work after a very, very long break. I sometimes envy him his corporate ways. He goes to his job, does not work overtime, comes home, and forgets about it all. He has ample vacation time when no one calls him for work purposes. There may be unfinished projects … (1 comments)
One of my SendOutCards colleagues forwarded this article and I thought I'd share it with my Active Rain buddies. I can't resist a shameless plug for our extraordinary system that allows you to send cards through the US mail (not e-cards) in your own handwriting at the click of a … (0 comments)
Below is part one of a three part series on The Etiquette Of How We Communicate. For the forward to this series, please visit this post. 
Etiquette has passed our society at 90 miles an hour as we scream down the information highway of life. Friday I was blessed to be able to take my lovely wife to the 20th anniversary of the Central West Ballet at the brand new Gallo Center for the Arts in Modesto, … (7 comments)
This is about Open House etiquette.
Today, I was showing property in a couple of neighborhoods in northern Virginia to some favorite clients. In one, there was an Open at a property I had left off our itinerary because it was out of the price range. We decided to go in … (30 comments)
I have been blogging for quite a while now and have a "blogging etiquette question." When someone comments on my post, am I supposed to answer them back every time? I have commented on posts and never thought they should reply every time.If this is the case, I have slighted many … (10 comments)
E-mail has truly transformed the way we take care of even the most basic business and personal communications. As we get so accustomed to routine e-mails it is imperative that we remember to be mindful that emails sometimes make their way to unintended recipients. Some basic reminders are:
Recently, I attended a speech done by Bob Coleman from Sarasota at the Open Network Bradenton group, where he talked about business Email Etiquette. A lot of these rules are also great to follow for blogging as well. (although some do not apply to blogging):
In today's business world, the way you make people feel and how they feel about you is far more important than the expertise you may have on scholarly degrees. Many value those who can fit in with anyone, and never pose themselves as better than anyone else. Do you value that … (3 comments)
Business Etiquette 1. You are going out for the afternoon - not expecting to be back in the office till the next morning - and you will not be able to check messages - you should: A. Leave everything as it is - a half day wait won't hurt anyone … (5 comments)
Thank you, John Occhi for this Blog: Pet Peeve: Don't Show Showings
What is the most annoying workplace habit? If you are going by today's article on Forbes.com the answer is "loud talkers". Since office environment is one of the biggest factors that influence an experienced agent's decision to move their business, this article should be read by every broker/ owner or branch … (12 comments)
Well... Where to begin.Right off the bat let me say that as far as marketing goes, I work "from the gut" or the heart.. basically that means that this is not stuff from books nor seminars. Some of my suggestions may definately crossover to concepts that you have heard through such mediums … (2 comments)
I have seen it time and time again. I will have visited a particular city on Localism.com and find that SOMEONE has added a "community" to that city that is located well outside of its limits. For example, lets go to Manhattan, located in New York County in the state of … (11 comments)
As everyone on this website knows, when you are in the real estate business, you might as well have your phone surgically attached to your ear. First impressions formed over the phone can be very hard to come off of down the road, especially if it is a bad first impression. … (2 comments)
Specific etiquette of real estate referral from any sources to broker or otherwise , very low tech / email response required !!! ... for all of you ... " less professional and or ...just a licensee & agents wanabe " 
As I was leaving my office yesterday, I was waved over by an elderly woman sitting in the lobby of our building (which we share with a couple of doctors' and law offices). She was sitting with another elderly couple obviously waiting for their ride, when she motioned for me to … (11 comments)
We've all probably received the following call from one of our sellers:
Recently I've been thinking about the Internet and how fascinating it really is. We live in such an "information now" society. Everything we want to know and need to know is right there at our fingertips.... LITERALLY! 
Just wondering on some Blogging etiquette. I have noticed that sometimes people post comments on someone else’s blog that seems to “steal thunder” by re-directing attention to themselves rather than adding to the conversation.For example, say someone posts a comment on Mary McKnight’s blog that begins by sharing their experiences but … (26 comments)
I know I could be blessed with some nice testimonials, if--I would ask. I am not sure that I feel 100% comfortable with testimonials. Do you think readers believe testimonials? How does the reader know that a testimonial is not fabricated? 
Good Morning Everyone!
NAMESWhen Laurie, Linda, Elizabeth, and Barbara go out for lunch, they will call each other Laurie, Linda, Elizabeth and Barbara.When Mark, Chris, Eric, and Tom go out, they will affectionately refer to each other as Fat Boy, Godzilla, Peanut-Head and Scrappy.EATING OUTWhen the bill arrives, Mark, Chris, Eric, and Tom will … (21 comments)
I have seen several posts now that talk about the new Group feature of AR. Earlier today, Marc Blasi, talked about the wrongful placement of posts within a group. Others have talked about the confusion of the groups. And still some debating of the good and the bad, and let's thrown … (44 comments)
OK, this post is primarily for guys but the ladies are cordially invited to give their input too. 
Not to complain....but I have read with interest some blogs that appear to have zilch to do with real estate. As Active Rain positions itself as a Real Estate Network, I wonder why those off topic blogs unrelated in any way to real estate are posted in this forum? Being new … (2 comments)
Eat Out But Don't Gross OutMealtime customs and table manners vary from country to country, including use of utensils (which ones, which hands, none at all?), table requests (asking for more, asking for condiments, etc.), and thanking the cook. This fun, International Dining Etiquette Quiz will help you assess your knowledge … (0 comments)