mike kelly: It Is Hotter in Newark, New Jersey Than in Cape Coral, Florida! - 07/18/08 12:14 PM
I departed Southwest Florida International Airport yesterday morning with a temperature of 88°. I boarded a flight to Newark, New Jersey,and when we landed in Newark, the pilot said the temperature is 92°! So much for escaping the Southwest Florida heat for a week or so! I am on the monthly … (5 comments)
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mike kelly: Is It Really Worth Jail Time? - 07/16/08 03:44 PM
Today is another rainy day in usually sunny Cape Coral Florida! But I guess we can't complain, on average, we have five days like this every year! According to my wife Patti, this is number 3 this year, so we can expect two more! On rainy days like this I usually … (2 comments)
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mike kelly: A Little Midweek Humor-" You Did What?" - 07/15/08 06:11 PM
The rainy season has really kicked in down here in beautiful Cape Coral and it actually rained all day today! We have had our share of rain this year and I am sure the water levels are starting to rise! Anyway, here is a little story I read about two friends … (5 comments)
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mike kelly: Why Do They Always Pick On Blondes?? - 07/10/08 10:22 PM
It has been a quiet week so far in Cape Coral! I guess agents as well as buyers have extended the July 4th weekend into a vacation week! I have read my share of funny emails and I figured I would share a few more blonde jokes with you! See I … (5 comments)
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mike kelly: "Look Ma, No Hands!" - 07/08/08 08:31 PM
When I was first introduced to Active Rain, I thought blogging was a wonderful idea! I could not wait to get involved, but I have one major concern. My typing ability at best, is on a second grade level. I guess I have learned a keyboard and I use two fingers to … (8 comments)
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mike kelly: " Are You The Man Of Your House?" - 07/08/08 06:45 PM
I just received this from my clients and I wanted to share it with everybody on Active Rain. My wife just left for Las Vegas, and for now I am the man of my house -while she's gone. She will be back on Friday and things will be back to normal … (5 comments)
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mike kelly: Cape Coral-"Red, White and BOOM!" - 07/03/08 02:13 PM
I just wanted to take a few minutes to wish all of our agents, clients, associates and friends a happy and safe 4th of July weekend! I am sure many of you will be at the Cape Coral, Red, White and BOOM extravaganza and I will try to get some pictures to … (0 comments)
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mike kelly: What Does Love Mean To You! - 07/02/08 05:07 PM
Living in Cape Coral, Florida and having most of my family up north I get a lot of emails from them daily! I guess it is how we communicate in today's world! Many of them are funny and I share them with everyone from time to time. Others are hysterical but … (14 comments)
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mike kelly: Water Equipment Stolen......What Would You Do! - 07/01/08 10:15 PM
I wrestled with this one all day yesterday and I would like to know what some of you would have done! I just got back in Cape Coral from my son's wedding in NY late on Sunday! I had been gone for just short of two weeks so you know what … (6 comments)
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mike kelly: 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)
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mike kelly: Can Anyone Answer These Questions.......Please! - 06/24/08 07:37 PM
I have been away from Cape Coral for a week now and I have been doing a lot of thinking while I relax here in New York with my children and their kids! They say kids ask the darndest questions and here are a few! I need all of my friends … (10 comments)
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mike kelly: The Power of Negotiation! - 06/23/08 07:06 PM
Just a little story someone sent to me today! One of the areas of our business that we need to be very proficient at is the art of NEGOTIATION! Without good negotiating skills we will never advance to the top of our business! Here is a quick lesson for today!
Have … (4 comments)
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mike kelly: 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)
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mike kelly: There Is Nothing Like A Good Laugh!!!! - 06/19/08 01:16 PM
I left beatuful Cape Coral, Florida on Monday and I miss it already! I have been on the road for 4 days now and after 4 flights and 3 nights in different hotels I am to say the least- a little worn out! After dealing with airport personnel and being surprised … (3 comments)
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mike kelly: A Honey of a Deal!! You Won't Believe Your Eyes..... - 06/16/08 07:52 PM
I have sold many homes throughout my career in Cape Coral and I always try to make a great impression and deliver more than the client expects! I always want to be remembered and when they hear someone mention real estate I immediately want them to think about Mike Kelly and … (11 comments)
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mike kelly: Another Short Sales Done!!! - 06/12/08 01:03 PM
Just a follow-up to my post on short sales! We have just gotten word that we have successfully entered into a contract for one of our buyers! Let me share with you the details on this particular deal!
Our buyers previewed this home on our Listingbook service and when they arrived … (6 comments)
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mike kelly: Another Great Agent Support Session! - 06/11/08 04:27 PM
Today was the day for our monthly corporate sponsored Agent Support Session for Sellstate agents in Cape Coral, Ft. Myers, Estero, Lehigh, Naples and all of the surrounding areas. It was held at the Cape Coral Power Squandron and is was fantastic! Although the turn out was light we all came away … (0 comments)
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mike kelly: Aggressive Agents Needed !!!! - 06/10/08 08:23 PM
I am currently looking for two or three aggressive agents who are serious about making money! Due to a new marketing campaign we are receiving more leads than we can handle! Bi-lingual is definitely a plus but only a dedicated work ethic is required!
If you are not earning what you … (3 comments)
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mike kelly: So This Is What It Is Like To Be A Baby Boomer!! - 06/10/08 12:33 PM
I have recently been speaking with many Baby Boomers and I almost forgot that I am one of them! Yes I am at the tail end of the Boomer generation but I am considered a Baby Boomer!
When I got to thinking about what it means to be a Boomer I started … (3 comments)
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mike kelly: You Are Not Going To Believe This One....... - 06/09/08 07:56 PM
If it is already not bad enough that we are now paying over $4.oo a gallon for gas, we now have something else to worry about! I just got a call from a friend of mine and he wanted to warn me about the latest crime wave sweeping our country!
It … (14 comments)
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mike kelly: Save $1,000 Year By ................. - 06/08/08 08:51 PM
I was listening to our local talk radio show earlier today and they were discussing how to save money now that gas has topped $4.00 a gallon in Southwest Florida! The number one suggestion was for people to discuss with their bosses the possibility of working from home one day per … (2 comments)
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mike kelly: Short Sales Are Paying Off! - 06/03/08 04:27 PM
I have been reading post after post on the frustration of short sales! And yes I agree they are not easy and very frustrating at times! Here in beautiful Cape Coral, Florida we have literally thousands of homes listed as short sales! We have found that patience is the key and … (15 comments)
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mike kelly: When Is The Listing Not Worth Taking - 06/02/08 08:09 PM
Ok, I thought I have seen it all but today I found out that there are new situations everyday! I recieved a call over the weekend from an old associate of mine who relocated to a different city and wanted to know if I would be interested in a referral! Absolutely … (12 comments)
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mike kelly: First Time Home Buyers- A Rewarding Experience! - 06/02/08 01:12 PM
Once again I was reminded last week of what a wonderful career I have chosen! Business is booming and agents are busier than they have been in years! Just being around the office and seeing all of the activity and smiling faces is exciting! This passed week we closed quite a … (10 comments)
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mike kelly: Don't Believe What You Hear!! - 05/23/08 04:51 PM
I just want to keep everyone informed of what is really happening in our little corner of the world, Cape Coral and Ft. Myers! This "dead" real estate market that everyone is telling you about, must have been kept secret from the agents in our office! Why? Well this week, a … (7 comments)
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mike kelly: Sellstate Access Realty News - 05/21/08 02:21 PM
I want to take a moment to introduce myself to the members of Active Rain. My name is Joseph Romano and I am the Broker / Owner of a brand new Sellstate Access Realty office in Watchung, New Jersey. I am also the regional owner for Sellstate Franchise development and sales in … (1 comments)
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mike kelly: BABY BOOMERS- DON'T MISS OUT!!! - 05/05/08 03:55 PM
I was reading an article earlier this week that stated that over the next 4 years the largest percentage of people ever to retire in a 4 year period will occur! An then I began thinking, "Where will they go?" North Dakota-NO! Maine-NO! Tennesse-Maybe! Florida-YES!!! I live in one of the … (0 comments)
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mike kelly: Why are agents not using Listingbook? - 04/18/08 02:10 PM
I have recently been introduced to the most valuable tool I have ever seen for real estate agents. Listingbook is a service that is available through our Realtor Association that allows us to give our prospects and clients access to our MLS. They can sign up for a buyers account, sellers … (4 comments)
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mike kelly: Spotlight: Maravilla Custom Home Builder Cancels TRCC License, Receives Complaints for Involvement - 03/31/08 10:13 AM
This Friday's story focuses on Austin custom home builder involved with Maravilla. (NOTE. The builder has not been indicted for charges, so names will be kept anonymous.)
According to readers, local sources, and information available to the public, a 'Maravilla Builder' may soon be under investigation by several Texas legal authorities … (0 comments)
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mike kelly: Texas Home Builder Mike Kelly Confesses to Fraud at Maravilla - 02/18/08 08:01 AM
Here's a quick riddle. What does Boxer Mike Tyson and Maravilla Home Builder Mike Kelly have in common? ANSWER: They both thought they were invincible, but were eventually smacked down by the legal system for beating up on the little guy.
MARAVILLA SCOOP: BEGINNING OF THE END!
The Texas Residential Construction Commission took … (4 comments)
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mike kelly: FIRST CLASS OFFICE BUILDING! TERRIFIC INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! - 07/27/07 04:16 PM
Located in the beautiful mountain country of Blairsville, GA. Available to purchase (or lease). Building currently leased by United Community Bank on month-to-month lease. Bank expects to vacate by 12/31/07. Building is configured with 3 entrances which could allow for multiple users. Call Mike Kelly at Mike Kelly Realty for more … (0 comments)
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