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I hear many agents complaining how their business is slow. Instead of complaining step up and put your energy into growing your business. This post has no magic bullets just tried and true tactics that work.
...the real estate industry leaders of old watch from their box seats with nice, cold beers in hand.On Monday, I published a blog post drawing attention to the fact that the founders of Zillow and Trulia are known for successfully leading companies that dis-intermediate industries. My intention, by posting in such … (36 comments)
How do you Spot a Real Estate Housing Rebound? 
It's well documented - with every passing day, oil prices seem to be setting a new record. With the triple combo of an ever weakening dollar, insatiable demand in emerging markets, and the "speculation factor" from hedge funds and the like, many project there is no end in site to the price escalation. While … (1 comments)
Hi, my name is Barb Van Stensel and I don't cook. Seems kind of a dumb thing to say but my brothers are phenominal cooks and me, well I always liked and still love to get my fingers dirty when it comes to construction, watching the change take place in an … (5 comments)
CNN, FOX, CBS, NBC, ABC....the News Media Giants....they all broadcast stories on a continuous loop throughout the day, everyday, regarding how dismal things are...whether it be global warming, the price of oil sky-rocketing, salmonella in our tomatoes, more troops being killed in Iraq, and of course, my industry - Real Estate … (1 comments)
No matter how you look at it, the Internet has successfully modified and changed the landscape of the real estate industry. The online media did it in a way that it has changed all other industries in the market. People can now shop at the Internet through several online shopping sites. … (4 comments)
There is a pressing immediate concern that has emerged in key cities across the United States, the United Kingdom and other developed countries. There are reports that several residential properties and apartments for rents are not accepting potential occupants who have children, especially infants. While this is not a popular concern … (1 comments)
If you think that gas prices are single-handedly, think again. With gas prices at a staggering high, consumers can alleviate their anxiety by taking better care of their vehicles and squeezing the most out of their wallet.
What causes gas prices to rise at record levels? We can blame inflation, the … (5 comments)
A Realtor® who follows through from beginning to end and dotting all their i's and crossing all their t's surely are the ones who are considered ....flawless?
Uh, we are human and no matter how much we go over details we are bound to make mistakes. Now, this is a far … (29 comments)
Who will be best at working out the "Housing Crisis" that the politician and the media think we are in?Clinton and Obama thinks there should be a multibillion dollar bailout for big banks and speculators, John McCain seems to believes a balanced and transparency approach. Which one is better?I'm not really … (2 comments)
Change. Everything is changing at a faster pace than ever before. The real estate industry is changing rapidly. If you want to be successful, you must find a specialty where you are the only expert in that field.
When I was graduating from High School, my father (a minister) gave me a book for graduation (a copy of "In His Steps" by Charles M. Sheldon). I thoroughly enjoyed reading the book and have several copies still on my bookshelf; however, the most life-impacting thing about this gift was that my … (6 comments)
I am always looking to my state association CAR to find interesting articles and information that will help me in my business. I came across this information and feel that most of it is very helpful and I hope it is helpful to you too! 
An article from RealtyTimes.com, reports that in today's marketplace, with changing inventory levels, more cautious buyers, and rising interest rates, you just can't wait for business and success to come to you. You must proactively create business and make success come to you. Focus on getting face-to-face with all prospects, even if … (1 comments)
Once, not too long ago, when the real estate industry was young, the way business was conducted, (commission-split set up and no effective support/training for new agents) led to an office of unsupported, poorly trained low producing and low commissioned agents and high turn-over. But Re/Max ( read history) changed that.By changing the paradigm and offering … (0 comments)
This is big (and positive) news for the mortgage and real estate industry. The Federal Reserve has agreed to loan as much as $200 Billion (with a B) in Treasury Securities to the mortgage-back securities market for loans backed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.The goal is to help stabilize the mortgage … (2 comments)
Can You Hear Me Now?
There are several aspects of the real estate industry that Realtors encounter while performing their duties. These involve: LocationMarket ConditionsEconomic ConditionsProperty PricesProperty & Listing ExposureNegotiations and Contingency Management Of course most are aspects that you as a Realtor have little or no control over. However, there are two very important … (0 comments)
Well it does seem to work, Moe Bedard has started a blog for people who are having trouble paying their mortgages and/or people who will be having trouble. The site www.loansafe.org offers free help and advice from others on what to do or what help is available to them. I have … (5 comments)
I'll always remember my first one. As a young girl in the mid-seventies, a good family friend brought a large box-like structure to our home and told us it was a new camera. One that could take a picture and we would be able to see it within minutes. We all … (25 comments)
I am blessed.To have three wonderful children who I love and who love me.To have a wonderful man who is my partner in every way.To have a family who can stand to be in the same room together and laugh.To live in a country where anything is possible.To have the … (4 comments)
The slowdown in earnings growth is largely due to faster growth in expenditure, because of higher raw material costs. Another factor is the sky rocketing real estate cost, Indian real estate developers are eager to sell luxury villas. Rising real estate prices in India's cities pose a challenge. With foreign investment … (0 comments)
While most of us on the front lines of the real estate industry are experiencing a fight for survival either as individuals or as companies, please realize that our beloved real estate industry is being fought over from many angles and from many directions!When billions upon billions of dollars changing hands … (6 comments)
ActiveRain made #5 out of 10 on the Swanepoel TRENDS Report (RealSure Publishing), which does a thorough report of the real estate industry, identifying the top 10 companies of 2007, companies that distinguished themselves as "different and memorable" and which may impact the real estate industry in the future. The Top … (1 comments)
Today Coldwell Banker Hubbell Real Estate Co and Briarwood Realty announced the merger of their companies that will knock the sox's off the real estate industry in the greater Lansing area. With great pride and excitement, Bob Hubbell (My Boss), announced the affiliation publicly today. Both companies share high values for integrity … (2 comments)
I recently conducted a seminar in Las Vegas with Matthew Hardy of REST - real estate software I use and highly recommend! The seminar was entitled "How to Thrive in the Current Real Estate Market". If you are interested in the outline and links to resources and other materials - … (3 comments)
I am coordinating a book with about a dozen real estate co-authors to be released this spring. I am scanning the blog world for contributors. Would you be interested?If you are, please review the list of potential topics is below. You are free to come up with additional topics if you … (12 comments)
On Thursday, December 6th, 2007, President Bush unveiled his mortgage relief plan. The plan which was anticipated for many months, was received with much fanfare. Does the plan liberate the millions of homeowners holding a subprime adjustable loan?The mortgage relief plan enables borrowers who took out a loan between Jan. 1, … (0 comments)
Green Bay, Wisconsin and points south
Information, Information, InformationWhile location is a huge piece in the home purchase puzzle, there are many other smaller pieces that must be addressed in determining whether to invest in a fixtoflip property. You need to consider whether there are any other additional costs or other hidden property issues. Remember whoever you sell to … (0 comments)
PricewaterhouseCooper's Emerging Trends in Real estate indicates that people in the real estate industry in Canada are more positive about their prospects for 2008 than their counterparts in the United States. "The annual Emerging Trends in Real Estate report, from PricewaterhouseCoopers and the Urban Land Institute, shows 36 per cent of … (2 comments)
What's up with the new Giant Foods TV commercials with the mom talking about how much she trusts Giant to have her back?O.K., I'm paraphrasing here but basically Giant Mom tells us she's a busy mom, her family's on a budget (trying to save for a single-family home that'll give her … (3 comments)
It is important for a Realtor to make an impact on their buyers. Word of mouth is a very important part of the Real Estate Industry."Today 85% of people who buy a home don't even remember their Real Estate Agents name only 2 years after buying their home."Consider referrals and how … (4 comments)
Research says that only 10% of todays Real Estate Agents are investing in Real Estate. As a industry we let those who do the work down as the leaders of the industry. We don't take the time to train our others to invest as we invest daily. Passive Income is the … (2 comments)
If you haven't already seen this you'll want to check it out. 1000 Watt consulting has put together a list of internet companies that serve the real estate industry in a "web 2.0" way, being transparent, low or no fees for many of them, and all using technology and the internet … (4 comments)
One of my favorite movies is Rising Sun starring Sean Connery and Wesley Snipes. The movie is a commentary on the differences between American Culture and Japanese Culture. There is a quote by Sean Connery that applies to todays world of Real Estate. It's a topic that has been much debated on Active Rain and … (19 comments)
I wanted to share what other forums are saying about our ActiveRain. Some others are definately catching on. This forum post came from Broker Outpost, LLC. The site is a great place for Loan Officers to place their difficult deals. The forum is run by Darrin Ferarro who is a stand … (6 comments)
I read an interesting piece this morning on Seth Godin's Blog regarding the state of the real estate market. Here's what he had to say: All real estate brokers working today have thrived in an environment in which the price of a house increased on a regular basis for fifty years. … (6 comments)
**In the past few years here in central Florida (and, I'm assuming, this probably happened everywhere), some builders, real estate agents, and mortgage lender encouraged a lot of wanna-be "investors" to buy properties here, saying they would be "investment" properties and would easily "cash flow." Those prospective investors took heed to what … (3 comments)
Are there any good real estate books that you recommend reading? Since the market is the way it is right now, I am looking to read recommended real estate books that I could possibly benefit from either now or in the future. I am still kind of new to real estate, so … (7 comments)
With all of the recent media frenzy in regards to Real Estate and the Lending industry it has changed the way many of us do business. 
Being a Marine, I saw too many children get caught up in the military lifestyle because of their parents' involvement in the Corps. My son included. We call these kids "Military Brats". They are forced to move when their parents move. They learn the military jargon, the policies and procedures and … (3 comments)
So what is the next evolutionary step for Real Estate Technology? Web 3.0? Is it too early to start thinking about it? No way. If the recent wave of fresh ideas and new technologies is any indication, the rate of technological advancement within the real estate industry (and in general) … (24 comments)
I read an article in the newspaper saying that people have hit a saturation point with purchasing over the Internet. I know I have been stung a few times with on line purchases that never materialized. And my on line purchases have not replaced the majority of my shopping.But that article got me … (25 comments)
A recent study suggests the nation's housing slump may be just about over, the Boston Herald reported June 11, 2007. Good news for sellers, especially those who bought withing the past two or three years, but bad news for buyers who were hoping prices would continue to slid. "'What we’re likely … (5 comments)
Real Estate Sales Statistics are in from Tucson MLS!
Why is MLS Long Island (MLSli) limiting access to its Stratus database to just Internet Explorer browser? The "forces that be" are alienating many subscribers that use Apple Macintosh computers. Why do important segments of the real estate industry still refuse to...
Call me a little slow, perhaps. Call me a little behind the times, maybe. Call me a moron if you will, but I had a lightbulb moment the other day. Are you ready? Here we go...
http://money.cnn.com/2007/01/10/real_estate/new_tech_trends_rock_real_estate/index.htm?postversion=2007011009Anyone read this article? It discusses how technology is changing the Real Estate industry. Mentions of alternate business models, valuation websites and blogs. The old way of doing real estate is dead. I especially find the next to the last line very interesting"Inman says that real estate professionals have two choices … (5 comments)
The real estate industry has seen alot of changes in the past few years. The main idea seems to be for consumers to only pay for what they need help with in the sale of their real estate. I see the problem as lack of knowledge by the consumer to understand … (1 comments)
Richmond, British Columbia, Canada - Wanna be up-to-date on real estate "What's in or What's up"?Here are some interesting sources of real estate news and current events, including some beneficial tool in marketing and promotion. If you haven't been to the following Real Estate Media:* *Frog Pond, Inman News, International Real Estate Digest, Real Estate Magazine … (0 comments)
I know that in this industry Realtors move from one company to another all the time. I was involved with my company for over 10 years (the only one I worked with) and when I finally made the decision I was surprised to face all the red tape that is part … (2 comments)
One of my first posts on ActiveRain was title, The downfall of the "Lead Generators" and I wanted to revisit the topic. Over the last several months I've heard lots of people question whether companies like Zillow, Trulia, Move and Google will switch to a lead generation model as opposed to advertising once … (42 comments)