knowledge: Staging Your Home - 04/01/07 07:08 PM
I can't tell you how impressed I was with the foresight of a delightful young couple who were referred to me by their Real Estate Agent. This was a first for me.. This couple had just recently bought a condo and their intention was to live in it for a few … (0 comments)
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knowledge: Get Rich Quick Seduction - 04/01/07 06:53 PM
If you're selling real estate I know you're getting what I'm getting " those "get rich quick" e-mails from someone promising some miracle if you just wave a magic wand over your cell phone.
Let's face it. These promotions are seductive. We all want the short-term solutions and Cliff Notes that … (0 comments)
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knowledge: Credit Tips - 04/01/07 06:25 PM
Unfortunately, there is always advice going around that may not be the best in your personal situation. Or advice that is out of date. In most cases, it is not a good idea to close any credit card accounts. A big portion of your credit scores are based on your credit … (2 comments)
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knowledge: Personal Choice or Added Value? - 04/01/07 06:14 PM
I had an interesting conversation recently with a national reporter who was exploring the differences between how professional developers and individual homeowners approach home sales. Her premise was that developers have less of an emotional attachment and are more prepared to accept the market price, and by and large, that's true. … (3 comments)
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knowledge: Check Fraud - 04/01/07 02:10 AM
EnlargeCheck Washing
Keeping your personal paperwork private is very important.
Most of identity thefts occur because of thieves going through your trash. Another trick is checking your mailbox to find outgoing checks that you may write to pay your bills.
Checks can be stolen and then "washed". The payment amount and payee can … (3 comments)
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knowledge: Identity Theft (Protect Yourself) - 04/01/07 02:03 AM
During the holidays, shopping malls are busier and people seem to have less time to get all that they need to do completed.
Unfortunately, there are thieves who will count on the fact that you may not be paying as close attention as you might need to be. I received the … (1 comments)
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knowledge: Late Payment Credit Score - 04/01/07 01:54 AM
On Line Bill Paying: I have many clients who pay their bills on line as a matter of their daily schedule. Others are very fearful of paying any bills or doing any banking on-line.
Recently, one of my clients had a hiccup in the payment of her mortgage. Her credit score dropped … (2 comments)
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knowledge: When Foreclosure are on the Rise "Know Your Rights" - 04/01/07 01:47 AM
Recently, the National Association of Realtors issued a press release voicing the organization's concern "-over the rising rate of defaults and foreclosures occurring in many areas around the country." It was an attempt to warn consumers to steer clear of exotic mortgages and predatory lending practices. Although the warning is an … (1 comments)
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knowledge: Investors and a Bull Market - 04/01/07 01:34 AM
First of all, let me make this perfectly clear, I am NOT against investors. Real estate investors play a vital role in our market. I do have a problem with speculators, those that add no value between time of purchase and sale. Speculators as I am defining them are those that … (0 comments)
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knowledge: Right or Wrong "Shopping an Offer" - 04/01/07 01:18 AM
When I began my real estate career, I happened to be one of the lucky new agents who had an excellent in-office trainer/coach. She focused on topics as we came to them in our real-world practice such as agency, disclosure, representation requirements, contracts, negotiation, integrity, professionalism, and ethics.
I was taught that … (1 comments)
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knowledge: Buyers in a shifting market - 04/01/07 01:07 AM
As the real estate market continues to normalize, you'll no doubt hear banter (possibly supported by statistics), that smart agents are pursuing buyers now, because that's where the money is. As listings sit for 30, 60 and 90 days the trend is for people to focus on buyers and whenever there's … (2 comments)
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knowledge: From Agent to Investor for the BIG BUCKS - 03/31/07 09:50 PM
Stepping up from real estate agent to investor:
How many times have you seen your clients make thousands of dollars on properties you sold them? The very same properties you could have purchased and could have made $50,000 profit on by acting as a principal instead of collecting that minuscule commission you … (3 comments)
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knowledge: Is It Really So Bad....? - 03/28/07 09:20 PM
The media and our industry have been crazed with news of the subprime market, in its disasterous state, and how that very state may lure our very economy into a downslide of Apocalyptic proportions. I'll try to be as diplomatic as possible. We, at times, are a society of drama queens....waiting … (15 comments)
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knowledge: "a plague on both your houses" - 03/27/07 02:05 PM
Ok. I am confused is this a Real Estate Blog or a Shakespeare blog....
"As concerns about subprime mortgages plague the nation's leaders and lenders, America's homeowners are confused and worried about their own mortgages, according to a recent poll commissioned by Bankrate.com."
From Bankrate.com Mortgage ignorance rampant
Could some of the subprime woes … (4 comments)
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knowledge: It Closed - 03/23/07 12:50 PM
I had a property form The land that is Hot. Yess it wasa hellish. We were in contract we were out, back in, back out. Release sent returned ask for more money. If it could be done it was done wrong. The selling agent took it upon herself to ask for … (0 comments)
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knowledge: Are You Old? - 03/21/07 04:49 PM
Just in case you weren't feeling too old today, this will certainly change things.
The people who started university this year across the nation were born in 1985. They are too young to remember the space shuttle blowing up.
Thier lifetime has always included AIDS.
Bottle caps have always been screw off and plastic.
The … (0 comments)
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knowledge: Stress of moving - 03/16/07 09:58 PM
Did you know that moving, death, and divorce top most people's list of stressful events? Death and divorce frequently result in a move, effectively doubling the stress load. Here are some things you can do to minimize stress when you sell your home:
* Choose a real estate agent who communicates clearly … (0 comments)
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knowledge: Offer and Counter Offers - 03/16/07 12:14 PM
Offers and Counter Offers
Many of the offers real estates submit for prospective buyers aren't exactly what the sellers want. The price may be lower than they are asking or there might be terms included in the offer that will require negotiation. What happens after the offer is submitted?The seller's real … (2 comments)
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knowledge: Determining A Price Range - 03/16/07 12:04 PM
Determining A Price Range
If you are working with a real estate agent to find a new home, the agent will probably ask a lot of questions about your income, liquid assets, and debt situation. The real estate agent needs such information to help you determine your price range.Whether you are … (0 comments)
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knowledge: This Equation should be taught in all math classes - 03/06/07 04:19 PM
This was sent to me and is not mine I give credit to the original writer, Thank you for making me laugh!From a strictly mathematical viewpoint it goes like this: What Makes 100%? What does it mean to give MORE than 100%? Ever wonder about those people who say they are … (3 comments)
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knowledge: SUSAN STARKIE, CBR -- STAR Agent, KEY Results - 02/12/07 08:49 PM
Susan Starkie is a Lic. Associate Broker with Prudential Douglas Elliman Real Estate of Massapequa. A native Long Islander specializing in Fine Homes, Waterfronts, Estate and Relocation sales.
MY MISSION to to help Buyers and Sellers with a positive, stress-free and good experience with the whole real estate process. A caring … (7 comments)
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knowledge: Confucius was one smart cookie!! - 02/05/07 11:03 AM
Preparing my seminar I remembered a concept that I heard from another seminar that I attended. Basically they set the stage by drawing two circles. The first circle represented all the information that we "Know" and what "We don't know". Then he drew a circle that represented what "we don't know … (0 comments)
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knowledge: WHY DO A HEMET MARKET ANALYSIS? - 01/24/07 02:53 PM
WHY DO A HEMET MARKET ANALYSIS?By John Occhi, Hemet REALTOR®Hemet CA Real Estate
As a REALTOR® my job has many facets. It is not only about working with people and helping them achieve their version of the American Dream with home ownership. Yes marketing, negotiating, and searching for the right home is … (0 comments)
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knowledge: How to Automate Your Marketing Campaigns - 01/13/07 09:56 AM
So you've got a Web site and you're wondering how to get better results from it? This post discusses how to integrate your Web site into automated TOP PRODUCER 7i marketing campaigns. Learn how to save time and money while you improve your results.
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knowledge: How To Sell A Home! - 01/05/07 09:23 PM
I did a little research on where most people found the home that they bought.
1. Realtor -36%
2. Internet- 24%
3. Yard Signs- 15%
4. Referrals- 7%
5. Home Builders- 7%
6. Advertising or Newspapers- 6%
7. Knows the Seller- 3%
8. Others- >1%
These are very interesting numbers. What is seems to show, is that to have the most chance of selling your home it needs to … (2 comments)
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knowledge: Why you need a home inspection on a new home! - 01/04/07 11:54 AM
Many people don't think they need to get an inspection on a new home. That can be a big mistake! I have a great story to tell you that happened last week. I was the listing agent on a brand new home. I was a two story home that looked great … (5 comments)
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knowledge: Did you hear the Secret. - 01/03/07 05:08 PM
I show a great movie, that is online, that everyone should watch. It was recommended to a buddy of mine from his coach at Tony Robbins. It seemed to be a small world because shortly I heard about it from 3 other people I trust. I would highly recommend watching it, I … (3 comments)
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knowledge: Brokers, Schmokers, and the amazing little thing called Knowledge - 12/09/06 09:00 AM
This morning I went along with one of our agents to a showing... not to supervise or educate, or anything else... really, jsut to go on a visit to the house... had not seen it...
the selling agent and her buyer came slightly late... actually, the buyer was perfectly on time... his … (4 comments)
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knowledge: Agent Selection Criteria - 11/21/06 08:37 AM
Criteria for Selecting A Listing Agent Real estate consumers would be wise to select an agent: 1. - who is professional in appearance, attitude, demeanor and capability. 2. - whose company has a strong local reputation for service, ethical performance and available resources. 3. - who is willing to … (0 comments)
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knowledge: GRI Graduate - 11/09/06 07:34 PM
I can't believe I did it. I was able to complete the course in just over one year and I really think it was money well spent I learned a great deal some was repitious but it helped to re affirm the message.. I really got a lot from Gene Lunstedt … (5 comments)
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knowledge: Can we only look good if we make the other guy look bad? - 11/08/06 12:08 AM
I know you are never supposed to talk politics or religion, but I just couldn't help but notice that no matter whether it's in the gubernatorial race, this Active Rain community, or our jobs and careers, there is always someone who thinks it improves themselves in the public (or peers') eyes if … (5 comments)
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knowledge: Designations - which first and why? - 10/10/06 11:25 AM
Which designation first, and why?
I suggest taking the CRS classes as soon as you can - they will help you attain the production requirements needed for the ABR and the CRS more quickly than if you wait to take the CRS classes once you have fulfilled the production requirement.
ABR - 5 … (1 comments)
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knowledge: I'm not a know-it-all, I'm a find-it-all! - 10/05/06 03:13 PM
My personal phrase about my personal knowledge of real estate and the market in general is, "I may not know all the answers, but I know where to find them."
I try to stress this to all of the agents on our team. I find that having knowledge is very important in … (0 comments)
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knowledge: Tribal Knowledge from The Rain - 09/29/06 05:27 PM
This is my bicentennial post!
Active Rain is a cyber tribe, a group of extraneous people from all over North America who have come together for what ever reasons. Here we have found friendship, knowledge and joy in box chatting! I am proud to be a tribe member.
Over the past 82 days, I … (14 comments)
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knowledge: I Am New To Blogging - 09/28/06 09:39 AM
I came into the world of real estate for one sole reason … to make money. At least, so I thought. It was a “seller’s” market. Hmmm .. does anyone remember (smile).
I did all the training, the seminars, read the books, the magazines, studied the maps, traveled the neighborhoods, sought advice … (21 comments)
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knowledge: How do you advertise! - 08/09/06 11:23 AM
I was reading a article recently that caught my attention pretty quickly! After all, I cant pass up an opportunity to learn more about how to increase my business right? Ok , so the article talked about different advertising techniques! There is PUSH and there is PULL! I was really … (0 comments)
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