Blog entries tagged with "mobile":


mobile: It's all about what the seller wants - or is it? It's YOUR job to EDUCATE. - 07/18/08 12:39 PM

"It's all about whatever my seller wants to hear."
Recently I've read some interesting comments in some of the blog posts about agents adopting new marketing tactics - or not adopting them for that matter.
What stands out in my mind the most is a comment that read, "It's all … (4 comments)

mobile: Mobile and Baldwin County MLS Statistics - June 2008 - 07/17/08 01:53 PM
Each month we report the statistics gathered from the two MLS organizations in which we participate - the Mobile Area Association of Realtors and the Baldwin County Association of Realtors. We were suprised the number of sales was down from the previous month. Normally June's numbers are a little higher than … (0 comments)

mobile: Gulf Coast Real Estate Recruiting - 07/17/08 12:16 AM
Like so many of us who tune into the national news and here about all of the doom and gloom that encompasses the nation, it's no wonder anti-depressants are on the rise just like foreclosures are! So I decided to go against the grain and become a beacon of light, a … (0 comments)

mobile: One in Seven Americans Aren't Mobile! - 07/16/08 12:10 PM

There was a time when being "out of touch" as just the norm, we didn't realize there was a problem. There was pagers, voice mai;,  even others who could write down phone messages for us. Imagine being without our cell phone now!
Yeah, we have problems with dropped calls, areas … (2 comments)

mobile: The Voyage-er is better... - 07/01/08 05:02 PM
Yanno, you can live on a laptop. Or at least near a laptop. A little tiny palm tree, drink with umbrella, bowl of snacks and a dinghy nearby while your toes rub the warm sand, and it could be daaaays before you lift your head from the heady environs of Twitter, … (5 comments)

mobile: Let the Realtor Beware! - 06/30/08 12:44 PM
    We never know when we are showing properties what we might encounter.  This past week, Christi and I were showing a property to a client in Mobile County.  Since we previewed the property before showing, we knew what to expect come client showing day.  And sometimes, there are surprises so … (7 comments)

mobile: Imagine Writing Your Next Blog Post While Driving.... Soon You Can! - 06/26/08 02:17 PM
Today Chrysler announced that next year their vehicles will come with the option of becoming a mini wireless Internet hotspot. 
So now you can get Internet in your car, Virgin has Ethernet ports on their planes, and I still can't pick up a cell signal in my basement.....but I digress. 
The … (28 comments)

mobile: Just when you thought you had a real mobile office... - 06/26/08 01:18 PM
Sick of driving around in your vehicle (the office away from the office) looking for a WiFi Hotspot?
Now you can really set up a "mobile office".  Chrysler has announced they will add wireless routeres to some of their 2009 Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge models.  What a great service for REALTORS … (11 comments)

mobile: Just Starting Out... - 06/26/08 12:05 AM
I am new to this notary thing and am trying out all that I can to get my name out in the mortgage world as well as to the general public.  I am on page 1 of google with out paying a cent so I did that right thank you merchantcircle.com, … (9 comments)

mobile: Why would I consider a mobile home or manufactured home in this market.. - 06/22/08 11:32 AM
Reasons are varied and it is totally the choice of the buyer.
Many who seek mobile homes or manufactured homes like community and security.
Others are not so much concerned with building equity and buying up or down. Many mobile home and manufactured home parks are convenient to shopping and freeway … (3 comments)

mobile: Have you "Gone Mobile"? Here's why you should... - 06/20/08 10:07 AM
In June's issue of Texas Realtors magazine, Dee Copeland wrote an excellent article about mobile marketing technology and the way it's headed in the real estate industry.
Here area  few excerpts and if you click on the title, it'll take you directly to the article online!
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Going mobile New technology … (3 comments)

mobile: Real Estate Statistics and Trends for Mobile and Baldwin County - May 2008 - 06/18/08 02:15 PM
The Mobile County and Baldwin County MLS Statistics and Trends have been calculated based on closed transactions in the month of May 2008. The following charts show units sold, the median sales prices of homes sold, the number of units available for purchase at the beginning of the month, the days … (2 comments)

mobile: Apple's New MobileMe - Just What I've Been looking For! - 06/10/08 05:08 PM
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Apple announced it's newest application yesterday...it's called "MobileMe".  This announcement was greatly overshadowed by the highly anticipated announcement of the new iPhone G3, but this newest application did not fall on deaf ears.
It seems as … (2 comments)

mobile: Save our Tanker - 06/10/08 04:51 PM
Stephen Nodine,Mobile County Commission President"There's a groundswell of support for the KC-45 sweeping not just Mobile, but the entire state and Gulf Coast region. People understand the far-reaching economic impact of this project."
 
KC-45A Tanker Facts:
 
Tanker competition was fair and the best team won The competition was fair … (3 comments)

mobile: Mobile Home Financing In Florida, Mobile, Modular Home Florida Home Loans in Florida - 06/10/08 04:25 AM
Mobile Home Financing In Florida
No matter if you call it a factory built home, a manufactured home, a modular home, or a prefabricated home; smart Florida financing Mobile Home Buyers know that manufactured homes offer them comparable quality, lower costs per square foot and dramatically quicker build times than a … (2 comments)

mobile: Segers Aero Corporation to Relocate North American Headquarters to Fairhope, AL - 06/05/08 11:21 AM
Segers Aero Corporation of Crestview and Opa Locka, FL to relocate its North American headquarters to Fairhope, AL.
 
Segers Aero Corporation has purchased a 130,000 square foot facility, which formerly housed Crestview Aerospace and L3 Communications, in Fairhope, AL.  They will employ approximately 100 people at this location.
 
Segers is an … (0 comments)

mobile: Segers Aero Corporation to Relocate North American Headquarters to Fairhope, AL. - 06/05/08 11:18 AM
Segers Aero Corporation of Crestview and Opa Locka, FL to relocate its North American headquarters to Fairhope, AL.
 
Segers Aero Corporation has purchased a 130,000 square foot facility, which formerly housed Crestview Aerospace and L3 Communications, in Fairhope, AL.  They will employ approximately 100 people at this location.
 
Segers is an … (0 comments)

mobile: Identifying your tech-savvy customer - 05/29/08 11:06 AM
Nielsen is preparing to report their Q1 2008 findings for mobile buyers.

What do these stastics mean for you, the real estate professionals, and your consumers?  As usage of text messaging increases overall, so does the increase of adoption and implementing it into other uses; product/service information and purchase decisions.  … (16 comments)

mobile: Outlook 2007 - Mobile notifications....Cool! - 05/20/08 09:30 PM
Having recently acquired Outlook 2007, I am constantly amazed with the small improvements that Microsoft made over the previous versions.
Once you first start using Outlook 2007 you may feel a little overwhelmed but this is short lived.  It really only take a few minutes to maybe a couple days of … (14 comments)

mobile: Mobile Area Unemployment Rate drops in April - 05/17/08 07:26 AM
Alabama Labor Market News has released April's unemployment data.  Mobile County's unemployment rate of 3.5 percent, down from 4.1 percent in March.  Baldwin County's unemployment rate was down to 2.7 percent in Aprile from 3.3 percent in April.  Statewide unemployment in Alabama fell to 4.0 percent in April from 4.1 percent … (0 comments)

mobile: Mobile and Baldwin County MLS Statistics - April 2008 - 05/11/08 06:46 PM
The Mobile County and Baldwin County MLS Statistics and Trends have been calculated based on closed transactions in the month of April 2008. The following charts show units sold, the median sales prices of homes sold, the number of units available for purchase at the beginning of the month, the days … (2 comments)

mobile: Mobile, Alabama "Investment Inspections"- Cartier Inspections - 05/05/08 11:56 AM
The excitement of the possibilities here in Mobile, Alabama are "Amazing!". Cartier Fine Home Inspections works very hard to protect their clients from making the wrong choices. Our Investment Inspection Reports provide detailed information which help you make an informative decision with out ever seeing the property you are looking … (2 comments)

mobile: New Personal Wesbite - 05/03/08 09:50 PM
Please visit www.danehaygood.com
My new personal website is now online.  Content will be updated frequently including a blog style format for posting information relevant to the Baldwin County and Mobile County area of Alabama.  This area includes the cities of Daphne, Fairhope, Spanish Fort, and Mobile.  Please contact me with any commercial … (0 comments)

mobile: Now on ActiveRain - 05/02/08 11:21 PM
H Properties LLC now has a brokerage account on the Active Rain Real Estate Network. 
We hope to be able to provide information on the Baldwin County and Mobile County commercial markets via this blog in the near future.  We hope you find our blogs useful and informative. 
Please visit http://www.hproperties.net … (0 comments)

mobile: NEW DRIVEBUY TECHNOLOGY, NO MORE TALKING HOUSES - 04/30/08 10:49 AM
I have written about this new technology before, but I have to say that the more I use this new technology, the better I like it.  It is provided by a company named Drivebuy Technology.  What it is comprised of, is text messaging info.
You put the text sign in front of your … (1 comments)

mobile: Text Messaging for my Real Estate listings in Austin TX - 04/30/08 10:49 AM
Thanks to Drive By Technology's generorsity and innovative marketing ideas, they have assisted our company Sky Realty, Inc in Austin, TX and all of our agents to gain extra exposure on our listings and get instantly connected to potential clients that may be interested in our listed properties.  The potential clients … (0 comments)

mobile: REMINDER - PATIENCE IS A VIRTUE...IN A MOBILE WORLD!!! - 04/27/08 04:16 PM
Gee, and I thought EVERYONE knew how to print an attachment!!!!  Not true!  As much as we'd like to believe that everybody is internet and computer savvy....there are still those out there who are trying their hardest to get/stay current but just aren't there yet! 
We need to slow down, assume … (3 comments)

mobile: New Waterfront Listing on Deep Water of Alligator Bayou - 04/25/08 12:55 PM
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mobile: Your Own Personal Assistant FREE! - 04/23/08 04:58 PM

Do you find yourself trying to text message while driving?  How about logging your mileage or adding to your to-do list when on the road?  Have you ever wished that you could look up property values when you're out and about?
As a real estate professional, we are constantly working and moving … (14 comments)

mobile: Best Review on Nokia 8800 sirocco - 04/23/08 05:39 AM

Nokia 8800 Sirocco: the Nokia 8800 Sirocco Edition. Sensual by nature, At first sight the design of the model didn’t undergo any significant modifications, phone has tri-band GSM coverage for up to five continents. the sapphire coating of the 262,000 color display. a high-resolution camera (2 Mega pixel) and … (2 comments)

mobile: Mobile Alabama Home Inspector-Cartier's Outdoor Issue- - 04/16/08 09:50 PM
Main  Home Life  Outdoors  Home Decor  Food  Lawn & Garden  Home Tech  Home Tips  Home School  Realty Insight  Surf  ADMIN
  … (0 comments)

mobile: Mobile and Baldwin County MLS Statistics - March 2008 - 04/10/08 07:25 AM
The Mobile County and Baldwin County MLS Statistics and Trends have been calculated based on closed transactions in the month of March 2008. Starting this month, the stats will be presented by using the features found in Google docs. The tables and charts are sharper and the data seems to be … (0 comments)

mobile: New Personal Wesbite - 04/09/08 07:54 AM
Please visit www.danehaygood.com
My new personal website is now online.  Content will be updated frequently including a blog style format for posting information relevant to the Baldwin County and Mobile County area of Alabama.  This area includes the cities of Daphne, Fairhope, Spanish Fort, and Mobile.  Please contact me with any commercial … (0 comments)

mobile: H Properties Website - 04/09/08 07:53 AM
Please visit www.hproperties.net
We have launched our new website at http://www.hproperties.net/. 
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mobile: WHO STILL DOES MOBILE HOME LOANS!!!!???????????? - 04/03/08 01:58 PM
WHO STILL DOES MOBILE HOMES???? I know of a few that USED to do them, but I believe they don't anymore and I know that FHA can do them, but I can't wait for our paper work to come in for that!! Does anybody know of any other lender that will … (24 comments)

mobile: MySpace Integrates Mobile Technology – Why should you care? - 04/01/08 08:36 AM

Many of you may not know, but one of the largest Mobile Industry trade shows (CTIA) is going on this week in Vegas. One of the hot topics is MySpace’s further integration of mobile technology into their already robust platform.
MySpace is planning to announce that subscribers will now be … (2 comments)

mobile: NEW LISTING - WHISPERING PINES PARK - 03/30/08 08:54 PM

Why rent when you can own?  This home is a very well maintained mobile home in Whispering Pines Park featuring 3/4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, eat-in kitchen with refrigerator, gas stove, diswasher, formal dining room, living room with built-in book case for your knick-knacks and TV, large master bedroom, skylights, ceiling fans, … (1 comments)

mobile: Mobile ActiveRain, a petition! - 03/22/08 04:28 PM
I don't recall if there was a section on this site or anywhere that mentions if AR will have mobile technology format. If there is, I applaud the people behind the scenes to make AR a forefront for mobile bloggers. IF not, this is a petition to make AR mobile friendly! … (3 comments)

mobile: We Travel To You! - 03/21/08 09:01 AM
How many times have you needed a document notarized and time was running out. You go to your local bank and find out they no longer offer notary services. Now you can turn to us, Urban Knight Enterprises, Inc.  We offer full notary services and travel to you. 
Meeting our customers … (4 comments)

mobile: March Madness - Game updates and a little fun competition - 03/18/08 12:06 PM
I know, I know.  It hasn't started yet... but it's getting very close!  By now some of you have probably drawn out your brackets and placed your bets, whether they be monetary or just bragging rights for yet another friendly competitive bet.
YOU CAN GET SCORE UPDATES ON YOUR PHONE!!!  No … (3 comments)

mobile: Did you order Zilpy Rent TO GO? - 03/18/08 11:15 AM
In today’s world, everywhere you go you see people on their blackberries, and not using it only as a phone, but the thing that runs their lives. We don’t leave the house without our blackberries, can you imagine going on vacation and not having it…..you would feel so left out….. I … (2 comments)

mobile: Truly, a Wireless Environment - 03/14/08 07:31 PM
Truly, a Wireless Environment Highlights Initially purchased as a workaround solution at the Las Vegas NAR Conference and Expo. The cost was $150 for the card and just under $60 per month for unlimited data. The speed is not guaranteed, but I've always averaged about 1.2mbps (3G network). Its cellular broadband, … (7 comments)

mobile: Mobile County Real Estate Statistics - January 2008 - 03/12/08 02:25 PM
oops - I just discovered that last month's post was never available to the public.
Here is January 2008's report. 
We have compiled the latest statistics using the Mobile Area Association of Realtors (GulfCoast MLS) data.  Traditionally January is the slowest month in terms of real estate activity.  This January showed the same … (0 comments)

mobile: How Do You Like Your iPhone? - 03/10/08 01:54 PM
I've been playing around with the iPhone lately and I have to say, I love it! The user interface is pretty slick and the touch screen functionality is outstanding. They just opened up their platform for developers so I predict a lot of cool applications in the future to complement this … (1 comments)

mobile: Mobile Phones, Mobile Advertising and Real Estate - an Overview - 03/07/08 12:26 PM
After yesterdays post of Pew Internet and American Life Project's latest mobile phone report, I decided to gather a bunch of my statistical research together as an overview....
Enjoy and let me know your thoughts!!!!!
A new research report posted by Pew Internet and American Life Project, has determined that Americans are … (12 comments)

mobile: Could you live without it? - 03/06/08 11:26 AM
Study: Cell Phone Now Most Vital DeviceAs reported by: 
By ANICK JESDANUN
NEW YORK (AP) — Americans have become more dependent on their cell phones than conventional phones.
For the first time, Americans say they would have more trouble giving up a cell phone than a traditional phone, the Pew Internet … (23 comments)

mobile: Top Producer 8i Quick Start Training Class - Mobile, Alabama - 03/03/08 06:09 PM
Top Producer 8i training class!!
As Top Producer's Regional System Consultant covering Alabama, Tennessee, Mississippi, and Louisiana; I offer FREE training sessions on a regular basis. 
Mobile, AL -  April 4, 2008 (9:00am - 12:00pm)
Holiday Inn
5465 Highway 90 West
Mobile, AL 36619
Topics to be covered in the class include the following:
Agent Set Up Contact Entry Action Plans Listing and Closing Plans Mass Email/Mail … (0 comments)

mobile: Northrop Grumman/EADS Wins Air Force Tanker Contract - 03/02/08 07:57 AM
Friday will go down as a great day in the history of Mobile.  As a resident of the Atlanta area back in the early 90's I remember the excitement when it was announced that Atlanta was going to be host of the 1996 Olympics.  Here in Mobile, the feeling was very … (0 comments)

mobile: BUILDING CORNER LOT READY FOR YOUR DREAM HOME!! - 02/27/08 11:33 AM
Cleared corner lot in Remington Estates.  .54 acre lot.  Perc test and survey have been completed.  Ready for water and sewer hook up.  Motivated Seller!  Looking at all offers.  Directions:  From I-65 go up Moffett Road, right on Ching Dairy Road, Remington Estates is on your right, go to end of … (0 comments)

mobile: WHAT I CAN DO AS YOUR REALTOR! - 02/27/08 10:47 AM
I am a Realtor at Horst Gulf Coast Properties in Mobile, AL.  I handle transactions in Mobile, Baldwin, Washington, and surrounding areas.  I am a very organized and time oriented person.   I will work to get the job done!  If you are interested in selling your home, I offer a great … (0 comments)

mobile: Blog of Geese is Now Mobile - 02/19/08 08:23 AM
Now read Blog of Geese on your mobile phone! Add http://blogofgeese.wirenode.mobi to your favorites and take this blog on the run with you. … (1 comments)

mobile: 99.9% of Your Prospects Will Be Using Their Cell Phones in A Real Estate Transaction - 02/14/08 04:03 PM
They will be calling you or you will be calling them. That phone is their lifeline. I didn't realize how much all of us depend on the cell phone to attract more business or close on the business at hand. 
One of the keys to success in the real estate business is … (4 comments)

mobile: Senderra Commercial Funding - 02/12/08 09:14 PM
Senderra Commercial FundingLending Programs AvailableSenderra Commercial Funding is an authorized representative for several major private investor groups and a select group of lenders.  Our loan processors complete the “First Cut Underwriting” for the nation’s top commercial institutions including; insurance companies, commercial banks, Wall Street firms, real estate investmenttrusts and the Small … (1 comments)

mobile: Marketing gurus that really deserve a "Job Well Done" award - 02/01/08 05:09 PM
I've been talking with ad agencies for the past two weeks about creative ideas on how they can implement Goomzee Connect into their clients' advertising portfolios.  We focus our primary sales and product enhancements based around the real estate industry, however, some advertisers have called us and asked if they … (7 comments)

mobile: Mobile Signing Service - 01/22/08 06:14 PM
If you need a mobile signing service, look no further than:
A Nationwide Loan Document Signing Service Holly Ferguson Michael Lamb Office:  (909) 930-1959 Fax:      (909) 930-1364 Website:   www.mssoffice.com  They are great people.  
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mobile: Is a mobile or manufactured home for you? - 01/13/08 06:51 PM
Mobile homes are a viable option for those who do not want the responsibility of maintaining a home or who do not want to  share walls.
Let's face it, there are many who have no desire to pay $2000 or $3000 monthly mortgage and they are perfectly ok not investing in real estate … (4 comments)

mobile: What a Clean Car Says About Your Attention to Detail as a Realtor - 12/28/07 02:01 AM
A dirty car is a real no-no for realtors showing property, even if you take the customer's car or they follow you. A dirty car shows a lack of detail and sloppiness, whether it is true or not first perceptions are difficult to dismiss from memory.
A clean car says you … (96 comments)

mobile: When the Cat is Away...the Cat Will Still be Working - 12/16/07 06:44 PM
I'm really looking forward to the holidays this year.  I'm going to be spending them in Dallas with my family.  We usually spend Christmas in California with my husband's family, so this will be the first time in 17 years that we'll be back in Texas with mine.    Once again, I … (9 comments)

mobile: Need a communication upgrade? - 12/07/07 02:21 PM
First off as a real estate professional you should highly consider buying a "mobile broadband" device. These devices plug into either your PC card slot in your laptop or you can buy the newer USB versions. These great devices give you the gift of having Internet access wherever you have cell … (0 comments)

mobile: December Savvy - 12/06/07 10:32 AM
December and the Holidays are upon us so take a moment and visit this months Home Savvy E-zine and get a few ideas to make your Holiday a little brighter.

Jerome & Ginnie Cartier
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mobile: Don't let those networking opportunities go! - 11/29/07 11:56 AM
Quite frequently, our company founder gets asked to speak at the local University as well as other organizations around town. He’s asked to speak about a wide variety of things, like program development to establishing a business to managing a business. Lately, he’s been cautious on which events he speaks … (2 comments)

mobile: Open House! Ya'll Come! - 11/17/07 04:48 PM
Cartier Fine Home Inspections is inviting you to our "Open House". Come by and visit sometime during the Holidays. "We'd just love to hear from ya!"
Serving the Gulf Coast, from Mobile to Pensacola.
Jerome and Ginnie Cartier
(251)490-3212
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mobile: Who's Heard of Valdosta, GA? - 11/16/07 06:27 PM
Yesterday I needed to find a notary in Valdosta, GA even though I'm in California. This was very interesting since I had never heard nor been to Valdosta, GA.
This all started when a man called me a couple of weeks ago needing a will notarized for his sister who was in … (4 comments)

mobile: The coolest Zillow feature you've never heard of - 10/29/07 06:58 PM
Plenty of ink has been spilled (too much!?) about Zillow's main features -- Zestimates, Make Me Move, For Sale Listings, and much more. So rather than debate the merits of these features -- which, don't worry, we'll do plenty of that in the future -- I thought it would be better … (17 comments)

mobile: Agents are like snowflakes... - 10/25/07 11:39 AM
...no two are exactly the same. 
Meet Agents A, B and C. In the last 12 months, they have each been faced with different obstacles in growing their business.  They are all looking for ways to leverage technology in a cost-effective manner.
Agent A:  Independent Broker, who runs his own business, real … (2 comments)

mobile: Mobile Technology to Change How We Communicate Real Estate - 10/24/07 11:09 AM
By DeeinAustin
I'm old enough to remember when computers first hit the consumer shelves. Personal computers revolutionized the way the business world worked and the way human beings communicate with each other. Then came cell phones, video chat and conferencing, and broadband internet, which further connected far ends of the continent.
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mobile: Builders Lower Prices on Existing Inventory - 10/20/07 10:29 AM
Two of the largest builders in our area Adams Homes and Mitchell Homes have lowered prices on their existing inventories for their homes located in Mobile and Baldwin County.  It appears that an effort has been made to sell these homes before the end of the year.  Adams Homes is offering … (0 comments)

mobile: Mobile Area Home Price Appreciation - 10/11/07 09:52 AM
The following chart will show the difference in average sales price for a home sold in Mobile in the first 9 months of September, 2007 compared to the same time period in September, 2006.   The difference in price is known as appreciation. 
The Saraland, Satsuma, Axis, Creola leads in the home … (2 comments)

mobile: Technology and your business - 10/08/07 11:50 AM
I know that many of our fellow agents are fighting the advances in technology and how it affects our business tooth and nail. I believe that thier greatest fear is that these developments will depersonalize what we do. This couldn't be farther from reality.
Technology, whether in the form of blogging, personal … (4 comments)

mobile: Mobile Real Estate Statistics and Trends - September 2007 - 10/06/07 07:54 PM
 
September showed a drop of 22% in number of units sold in Mobile County.  This trend was also apparent at the time last year. 
The median sales price of a home in Mobile County has taken a drastic turn down in past two months.  We show a drop of $18,000.  We still … (0 comments)

mobile: Alabama Custom Home Builders-Serving Baldwin County-Fairhope, Daphne, Spanish Fort, Mobile areas - 10/04/07 05:00 PM
Welcome to the New Haven Homes experience. New Haven Homes builds new, semi-custom and custom luxury homes in the Fairhope, Daphne and Spanish Fort-Baldwin County areas of Alabama.  New Haven Homes attention to detail and quality, and listening to the client's wants and needs/likes and dislikes, has earned them the reputation of "quality builders that care".  … (1 comments)

mobile: Daphne, Fairhope, Spanish Fort Alabama Real Estate - 10/04/07 08:43 AM
Heather was born in Georgia and moved to Alabama in 1988 to begin college.  She initially studied political science, criminal justice and wanted to minor in French, as her father was Canadian.  She soon realized she had a passion in developing relationships with people and wanted to help them.  She changed … (1 comments)

mobile: GO Zone Properties - South Alabama - 10/04/07 08:41 AM
The Gulf Opportunity Zone Act, known as the GO Zone, has been in effect for two years.  I thought that I would take a look at its affect on the Mobile County housing and real estate market.
There has been a tremendous response locally in Mobile County to the available accelerated depreciation … (0 comments)

mobile: About Me & Alabama Real Estate - 10/04/07 08:18 AM
Heather was born in Georgia and moved to Alabama in 1988 to begin college.  She initially studied political science, criminal justice and wanted to minor in French, as her father was Canadian.  She soon realized she had a passion in developing relationships with people and wanted to help them.  She changed … (0 comments)

mobile: CNN Money Names Mobile as Top 10 Bounce Back Market - 10/03/07 12:58 PM
Well I guess it is a good news when a major media site ranks you in the top 10 of anything. Last week CNN Money released its top 10 markets where a bounce back can be expected. I am not sure what the Mobile area is bouncing back from because it … (2 comments)

mobile: Mobile AL Homes - 09/25/07 11:32 PM
The selection of existing homes in any one of Mobile’s downtown and midtown neighborhoods, including seven historic residential districts, ranges from mansions to Victorian cottages. Further away from the central business district, suburban neighborhoods offer the options of waterfront property, rolling hills and quiet cul de sacs. During 2005, 2,050 … (4 comments)

mobile: Mobile Real Estate - 09/25/07 11:25 PM
Mobile Real Estate offers a wide range of housing styles from waterfront properties, victorian mansions to exceptionally affordable single family homes, townhouses and condos for home buyers and real estate investors. Cost of buying a home in Mobile is well below national average at around $150,000 (in 2005) with robust … (2 comments)

mobile: Mobile, Alabama - 09/25/07 11:12 PM
With a 300 year history, City of Mobile provides citizens and visitors year round activities and attractions Stretched over 128 square miles, Mobile metropolitan area is home to more than quarter million people. Buying or selling your home in Mobile? Visit www.mobile-alabama-realestate.com and view Mobile Real Estate listings. Mobile AL … (2 comments)

mobile: Easy way to Search for a Home - 09/22/07 06:57 AM
Buying a home should not be difficult.  Finding a home should be a fun process.   The Gulf Region Properties Team would like to make it a fun process for you.
What is the easiest way to search for a Home? 
What would you think about getting an e-mail to notify you that the home … (6 comments)

mobile: Will Your Listings Be Found on the Mobile Web? - 09/19/07 07:54 AM
Blackberry, Treo, iPhone, BlackJack, Motorolla Q, Dash, Sidekick, EnVY... Each day, new, more powerful mobile phones are being released into the market. Mobile phones that rival the power of the computers we had on our desktops at one time.
The recent release of the Apple iPhone has no doubt been a … (5 comments)

mobile: MobilePropertySites.com Provides Free Single Listing Web Sites For Mobile Phones - 09/18/07 07:47 AM
MobilePropertySites.com, a new service from Cell a House launches single property websites for the mobile web. Realtors can instantly create free mobile web sites for their listings, expanding their reach to house hunters on the go.
Princeton, NJ – September, 18, 2007- Mobile Visions, Inc., a leading provider of mobile messaging … (6 comments)

mobile: August MLS Statistics for Alabama Gulf Coast - 09/15/07 09:33 AM
We have ran August's MLS statistics for both Mobile and Baldwin County. The sales numbers in our South Alabama area took a dip from July's sales numbers both in number of sales and median selling price. Historically August real estate sales has been slower than July because most families want to … (0 comments)

mobile: Some motivational thoughts. . . plus anything you can add! - 09/12/07 01:05 PM
I recently heard a speech from Marty Haines of Re/Max Properties in Venice, FL, who did a great speech, check out her websites . . . http://www.martyhaines.com/ and http://www.mhaines@remax.net her topic was on de-stressing and motivational thoughts.....
I used to say, "I hope things will change." Then I learned that the only way things … (3 comments)

mobile: Meticulous Mobile in Grand Terrace, CA is Move-In Ready - 09/09/07 01:35 AM
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mobile: 10000 points on ActiveRain, I can't believe it! Thank you AR members! - 09/09/07 12:39 AM
I must say, I'm amazed myself, two weeks ago, I never heard of AR, and now today, I'm crossing 10,000 points on AR. WOW! I happened to do a search and what do you know, one of the top replies, was AR. I quickly saw lots to check out! BTW, if … (23 comments)

mobile: July MLS Statistics for Gulf Region - 09/01/07 08:33 PM
We create a monthly MLS Statistics review of the 3 MLS associations that we belong:  Gulf Coast MLS, Baldwin County Association of Realtors, and the Pensacola Association of Realtors.  This analysis compares activity from one month to the previous month. 
Here is the Report that was generated in Mid August to report … (1 comments)

mobile: Need a traveling notary in Southwest Florida? - 08/30/07 11:25 AM
Are you an attorney that travels to your client, but need a independent notary to notarize your affidavits?  And not want to utilize your office personnel and the expense of having them leave the office just to go with you to notarize a few documents?  That is where Southwest Florida … (0 comments)

mobile: What I do - 08/27/07 01:05 PM
Are you refinancing you home?  Are you getting a Reverse Mortgage?  Are you getting married and do not want to go to the conventional church and have the wedding at the beach according to your guidelines?  Do you need a notary after hours, or one that will come to you … (0 comments)

mobile: Alexa –Internet Ranking Conundrum - 08/24/07 03:36 PM

If you’ve ever tried to look up your websites Internet ranking you’ve probably come across this site Alexa.com. Alexa is an Internet information company and one of its tools is website traffic rankings.
The Alexa toolbar is what the company uses to draw its conclusions and rank sites. … (2 comments)

mobile: Lenders Sponsoring Agents - 08/24/07 11:25 AM
Most mortgage lenders know the value of a good relationship with real estate agents . By helping them generate more sales, they generate more business for themselves! A great way to lend a hand is by sponsoring agents on a lead generating tool. Goomzee Connect is a mobile marketing tool developed … (2 comments)

mobile: Listing information - the Green way! - 08/22/07 05:46 PM
Providing flyers at listings can get costly, let alone sometimes serve as a garbage filler to those consumers who aren't actually interested in the property.  You may even be losing leads. AHH!
A great way to provide alternate access to listing information at the property is via mobile technology, and Goomzee … (2 comments)

mobile: Real Estate Web 2.0 Resource. - 08/22/07 03:36 PM
 
Hello my fellow REALTOR®'s, as you know I like to share when I get something I find valuable. I compiled this list from an email I received today, as some of you might have also. I saved it for obvious reasons, as it has all the sites we need to use for our listings … (26 comments)

mobile: Be careful how you word things... - 08/17/07 06:31 PM
When the Apple iPhone came out, our local paper came out with an article title "iPhone Little Too High-Tech for Montana".  That morning while at my local coffee shop on the way to work, I noticed the title on the front page in BIG BOLD LETTERS.  Working for a technology company … (2 comments)

mobile: Drive-by marketing - at YOUR properties! - 08/17/07 04:43 PM
Did you know that 63 percent of buyers who responded to the 2006 NAR survey said they used information from a yard sign to help in their search — a higher percentage than those who used print ads, open houses, or home magazines?
What if...
If someone drove by one of your … (7 comments)

mobile: SIMPLE NUMBER CRUNCHING - 08/15/07 04:43 PM
SIMPLE NUMBER CRUNCHING:Are You Managing A Profitable Business?
I have been doing a ton of research into myriad aspects of the Notary Signing Agent industry.  The past couple days I have been focused on looking through as many internet listings I could find - reading YOUR profiles (my fellow NSA's in Michigan) … (5 comments)

mobile: Are You Reaching Buyers While They Are Out Hunting? - 08/14/07 08:08 AM
By definition, the term “hunting” means to actively seek something. Since the Internet has become such a driving force in selling homes, the “hunt” has become much easier. It has also lowered the barrier of entry for your competition, and has created a level playing field.  
A real estate agent … (5 comments)

mobile: "Prepare for Rain." - 08/12/07 08:39 PM
It was to hot to go outside yesterday so I took out my DVD of "FACING THE GIANTS" and popped it in the DVD player as I  worked on letters and emails. I was fortunate to be able to see this movie premier in Montgomery, Alabama some time back. I highly … (8 comments)

mobile: Needle in a haystack? Make your listings STAND OUT - 07/25/07 04:32 PM
Do you have listings that get lost amongst others?  Using interactive services on your For Sale signs is a great way to get your listings noticed AND remembered!
Last weekend I was driving through a new, popular "cookie cutter" neighborhood in our area.  I noticed that about every other house was … (6 comments)

mobile: Houston, We Have A Problem!!! - 07/23/07 10:52 PM
I write about online transaction management all the time.  It is what I do.  It is what I know.  For the past few years, it has become a huge part of what I am.  Most of the time, when I write about online transaction management, I fear that most agents are just reading … (9 comments)

mobile: ...through the smoke and haze - 07/16/07 10:14 AM
There seem to be two types of summer in Montana...
During the first half you can take a deep breath and fill your lungs with some clean Rocky Mountain air and enjoy.   This weekend seems to be the start of the second half of summer, and I would recommend taking … (2 comments)

 
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