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I love to write and I love real estate so it doesn't get much better than Active Rain for me! I guess I should mention that this is Heather writing this post. Actually it's pretty much all me doing the writing, but Pete gives content suggestion which you can normally tell is … (0 comments)
The marketing conceptI am Jim Gramata, a real estate broker and owner of the Gramata Development Corporation. My wife and I own the property at 3845 N Oakley Avenue, a two unit 2 BR/1BA two flat frame building located in the Bell School District on Chicago’s north side. We have over … (0 comments)
When your kids go on travel without you, it brings up some questions. There are three questions I had this week I reviewed. Some I knew. Some I did not know.
August 24
Upcoming Events for the 2008 Winterville Watermelon Festival 
How quickly they grow up....my son started Kindergarden today. It was a fun morning full of all the usual special moments and stress for him I am guessing. It really don't remember my first day of Kinder but then who does.
I was hoping to post good news to my blog today but the opposite is the case. We lost our son last week. When we went to the doctor to check on his lungs, they discovered that his heart had stopped beating. Instead of delivering a beautiful bouncing baby boy, we … (9 comments)
Wow...had the greatest Daddy kid day ever!!! Very simple, but totally what the Bettag family and the rest of America seems to be missing nowadays. Today the entire family went to church first thing in the am. Thereafter, I gave mom the morning off. She went out to eat by herself … (8 comments)
My heart is breaking just thinking about it but it is time to let go and get back into the routine again. I must now put my 2 little ones ( Hunter 3 yrs old and Ethan my 6 week old) back into the care of someone else so that I … (21 comments)
Last week I wrote about the Olympics and the way it brings our family--and our nation--together (http://activerain.com/blogsview/638157/Ode-to-the-Olympics). 
I'm an empty nester this weekend. Well, I have the dogs to keep me company, but still. 
The Fair Housing of Riverside County recently opened a satellite office in the Murrieta Public Library to help homeowners who are stuck with mortgage loans they can no longer afford. Jesse Limon will head up the new office and bring his many years of experience in the mortgage business to assist … (2 comments)
Many people expect, or hope to be, spoiled on their birthday. My mom always considered our birthday our special day - better in some ways than Christmas because we didn't have to share it with the other siblings.
I admit it...I am an addict. Every day after leaving work I feel myself wanting to go over to my daughter and son-n-laws home and get a .....FIX. Yes I am addicted . I can't keep away from my grandbaby fix! That new grandson is just too fun to hold...and each … (24 comments)
Well, I was surfing the net and happened upon this website, read a few agent's blogs and thougth " I can do this!!" what a great place to chat and learn. The first I'm very good at, and the second I can't imagine not doing.... your never too old to learn!
Brant & Brindy are a brother and sister Dynamic Duo that bring passion and love of movies into humorous HD movie reviews! All their reviews are unscripted improv and are incredibly funny.
Here's another good reason to consider Ellenwood, Georgia real estate: Sugar Creek, a place where families can play together.
I am 24 with 2 beautiful girls and an equally beautiful wife, but I also have a apssion to be a top agent in my local board....Is it possible to have both a strong family life as well as a thriving RE business?
This home is just like NEW but Better. Landscaped yard, Centipede grass, 10’x 10’ dog pin and jungle gym. UNDERGROUND fencing. SECURITY System. Ceramic flooring and cultured marble vanity in both baths. Whirlpool in master. Vaulted ceilings in Den and Master Bedroom. Walk in Closet. Fireplace with gas logs. Side by … (0 comments)
I travelled to Veneta a couple of weekends ago to visit the Faerieworlds Festival in Veneta Oregon. It was a perfect Sunday in August, not to hot with a few fluffy clouds in the sky. It has been a couple of years since I have been there, and I was looking … (1 comments)
Keller Williams Greenville Central is having a Blood Drive with the Blood Connection on Tuesday August 19th from 1:15pm to 4:15pm. The bus will be at 421 SE Main Street in Simpsonville. All donors will receive a T-shirt! We have a sign-up sheet and if you would like a certain time, … (0 comments)
OK, I have been thinking about this for some time. The only thing stopping me was I wasn't sure how to start it. I also didn't know exactly how to end it. As a matter of fact, I wasn't exactly sure what to put in the middle either. But, other than … (5 comments)
This Thursday, August 14th, at the Kemah Boardwalk a free concert by Ezra Charles Rockin' Piano Man and Band. The series of concerts will continue through September 4th with a different band each Thursday night. The bands play from 6:30pm to 10:15pm.
We all had a great time today at the Keller Williams 2nd annual family picnic. There was so much great food, I felt like it was Thanksgiving! I pigged out and then went for seconds! Then, I barely had any room left for apple pie, or brownies, or cake, etc. My … (2 comments)
I've never had the pleasure writing a blog before, but thought I'd pick a topic that is a part of my daily life and see how it goes.
Life happens, we're here to help. 
Here it is the middle of Aug and the NJ Order of Rainbow for Girls are having their convention. My wife is a former rainbow girl and our 2 neices are still active. So the whole family gets involved. It is a great organization for girls. Teaches leadership, public speaking( by … (0 comments)
Downtown Gig: One Crazy Summer Art & Music Fest
Full bar, music by The Growlers and DJ Franki Chan, and a group art show curated by Hear Gallery.
Party shots: Watch for roaming party paparazzi Shadowscene and Rony’s Photobooth.
Sat 8p-4a. 265 S. Main St. $8 before 11p, $10 after. … (0 comments)
Yesterday there was a post on here by the user maitski about excuses realtors make to avoid being the best they can be. It had a list of "if only's" and it reminded me of a sermon I heard in church about "the myth of all set". 
Here are the tools for a Rummell Re-union
So the Reserve said yesterday that the housing market will not pick up for at least 2 years. Do you believe this or have you found a different plan yet. What ideas have you come up with to survive this. I have been a Realtor for 4 years and this is … (4 comments)
When you call me at any given time of day you might here me say, "Hang On!...."as I run to the other room to shut out the noise of two toddlers having fun!
You can take this post both as a serious post with a pinch of humor but this is something that has really been bugging me for a few years.
This beautiful 4 bedroom, 2-1/2 bath Colonial home is located in one of the nicest cul-de-sacs of desireable Bristol Corners. Featuring a dramatic 2-story entry leading to an all oak kitchen with corian countertops, cozy family room with fireplace, formal dining room with crown moldings, living room and library. Large master … (0 comments)
How would you like to find a simple, easy to find access point to serve military and veteran families in the relocation process? Families needing brokers, agents, lenders, or others, who are interested in helping them are in FAMnet. All they have to do is scroll through the listings and find … (0 comments)
There is no debate that the Real Estate market took off after 9/11. We were at a very rough cross roads in our history and I guess anything could have happened. One way or the other we, as a country got motivated and there are too many factors to get into … (4 comments)
Yeah...it's fun to play with the Flip Video. We use it for business and taping listings, local area scenes and even favorite restaurants.
Home & Family>>That's What It's All About! Last month my Mother turned the ripe "young" age of 80. In preparation of the upcoming event my siblings and I began to plan a Family reunion to commemorate and celebrate the event. With me being the only local sibling, a sister in Texas, … (4 comments)
Lake Forest is a wonderful community inside the boundaries of Bridgeport, Connecticut, near Trumbull.
Last night we had a graduation ceremony for our latest graduates in our Journey to Mastery! 6 agents total. Some with experience and some brand spanking new!
Planning a vacation can be stressful, but it doesn't have to be: being well prepared can make a big difference, and a little forethought can go a long way. Follow these simple tips to plan a great trip on your terms.
After honoring God each and everyday, having time with Family is the most important time here on earth.....God wants the Family unit to be solid and very functional.
Today alot of us upgrade and get new cell phones. So what do you do with your old cell phone? For a while, I had a couple of phones that were just laying around the house until a friend told me about "Cell Phones For Soldiers". Cell Phones For Soldiers is … (10 comments)
This Festival will be a family event. Of course there will be olive tasting but there will also be tastings from the local wineries and breweries. There will be different food prepared which were influenced by the use of olive oil. There is an out door kitchen set up for food … (3 comments)
As the prospect of preschool stares Brandi and I in the face for our oldest, it begs the question ... are you freaking kidding me? How can our little guy be ready to start school of any sort? Coming up on three years old, though, we know it's time. Time to … (73 comments)
Burlington was host to the Washington ALB Junior "A" Division District Baseball Tournament last week-end in a double elimination event. Burlington and Lake Stevens emerged as the top two teams, each earning a spot to compete at the state level scheduled to begin this week-end in Spokane WA.
One of our favorite shows to watch on the weekends has been HGTV's Design Star. I was glad to see that one of the last challenges was to redo a room for a family member. It was a very welcoming and refreshing break just to have time for the contestants to … (12 comments)
Many years ago, well about 18 and a half years ago, I went to a wedding. A guy 5 years younger than I was getting married and he was dancing with his mother. I was just over at my wonderful friend Gary Woltal's blog and he posted a song by Bette Midler … (39 comments)
My KW office Royersford is moving to Limerick PA and recently had a barbecue. I am in a rather large office with over 100 agents and it was nice to see everyone out. With the daily grind I forget how many people rely on the real estate industry. The new office … (0 comments)
Ok maybe I am old fashioned, maybe I was raised differently than most people, but some how I could live just fine with no TV and no Video games. ( no could not do with out internet, need that to do my job as a Realtor(r)..and I use a scanner and … (1 comments)
Cash conscious? Just plain mad about gas prices? 
The current real estate market downturn has hit me personally... I was laid off last Friday as Assistant Managing Broker. 
One of our trips during our South Carolina vacation this summer was to visit Fort Sumter, the site of the first shots fired in the Civil War.
We were excited to finally get there as we had been attempting to make this trip many times and literally missed the boat the … (10 comments)
Another thing I like about living in North Carolina is that just about anyone can afford a home. You can find decent starter homes for a little over $100,000 or you can find some great luxury homes for $1,000,000 and over. I like being able to tell someone who doesn't think … (0 comments)
A couple of clients to whom I sold a home about a year ago, and since closed for another couple they referred to me just had a baby tonight. I just received 4 emails from him with numerous photos of their new baby. He was so excited, he only told me the name, not weight, … (6 comments)
This blog is dedicated to my sister "Tera Womack". She has always been my best friend in life and over this past year she has been there for me during a difficult struggle.
I have noticed a steady increase in the price of pizza from Dominoes lately.
Here is an overdue picture of Nicole, Erin (the short one) and myself enjoying the 4th of July. We were at Nicole's families vacation home on Bear Lake in Michigan (between Kalkaska and Grayling). Anyway, we had a great time.We will actually be going up there tomorrow for the weekend. Nicole's … (11 comments)
Today is my 14Th Wedding Anniversary! It is really hard to believe I have been married for that many years. I remember my wedding day like it was yesterday. It is true what they say, the years will fly by after you have kids!
News Flash REALTOR Reenters from the Twilight Zone!
It's that time of year. More people go on vacation during the summer than at any other time of the year. Where will you go? 
Summer is in full swing with plenty of exciting scheduled events still happening at Gallup Park and Argo Canoe Livery.
Do you have a clearly defined plan to handle any potential Long Term Care needs you may have? Have you been taking advice regarding long term care from your friends, neighbors, family, or financially based TV or radio shows? Well doing nothing about it is very irresponsible of you, maybe even … (2 comments)
It is summer time for where the surf meets the turf. It is time for the Del Mar horse races! The Del Mar horse races are great for everybody, even the whole family! Every Saturday and Sunday are family weekends from 1pm to 6pm. There are special activities for the kids … (0 comments)
The only thing that my daughter wanted for her birthday this year was a trip to the water park. Happily we all went on Saturday to Tie Breaker Park in Hopkinsville, KY. I must say we had a blast. I think I enjoyed it more than the kiddos did. It is a … (1 comments)