real estate professional: Be Creative, Unique & REAL - 10/14/08 04:44 PM
For those of you that have not read Rich Jacobson's post on "Taking Advantage of a Good Thing" - AR Community Guidelines Re-Visited you may want to dive in and learn.
****The last part of our guidelines was stated in Rich's post:
"Do not attempt to selfishly manipulate search engine results through … (57 comments)
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real estate professional: Give a Little.....Gain a Lot. - 10/13/08 08:25 PM
There have been many situations during the course of my life where I have had to give a little in order to gain a lot.
In relationships - It's definitely a give and take situation. Though I keep healthy boundaries it's still impertive that I give a little and I don't always have to win.
In … (29 comments)
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real estate professional: I Love My Real Estate Profession Because... - 10/13/08 07:06 PM
15 years ago, after spending yet another day complaining about how unchallenged I was in Retail Sales, at the time I was an area manager for a large retail chain, my now ex said, "You should get your real estate license; you'd be good at it." The rest as they … (15 comments)
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real estate professional: The Poor Children on Halloween! - 10/13/08 12:32 PM
I hope someone will have some candy to hand out this year!
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real estate professional: I LOVE My REAL Estate Profession Because....... (Challenge) - 10/13/08 12:06 PM
A year ago we were challenged by Mike Mueller who wrote his post What do you Love about your job? to write about "why I love my profession". I thought this would be a great time to remember why I continue to love my profession and why I am determined to succeed in the … (106 comments)
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real estate professional: Selecting a Real Estate Professional - 10/12/08 02:00 PM
Selecting a Real Estate Professional
Purchasing real estate is a big decision and the most important part of the process is selecting a real estate professional. The following are some tips that are helpful in selecting a seasoned professional.
It is important to conduct a preliminary needs assessment. What … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: Please Educate YOUR Clients!! - 10/11/08 11:47 PM
This afternoon my seller called me and said a woman knocked on his door. She said her husband was parking the car and they wanted to come in to look. My seller asks the woman if she has a Realtor® and she eagerly gives her Realtors® business card to him.
My … (49 comments)
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real estate professional: Hawaii VA Loan Process: BE PREPARED! - 10/03/08 11:49 AM
There is no doubt that Military Relocating to Hawaii need housing and most active duty and vets are still taking advantage of their VA Guaranteed Loan.
VA Guarantees a percentage of the loan and you still have to go through a Lender that actually does do VA Loans and it … (23 comments)
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real estate professional: Buyers With Poor Credit Now Looking For Lease Purchases - 10/01/08 12:57 PM
Many hopeful buyers with bad or poor credit are finding it in their best interest to rent-to-own or lease to buy. It's a great opportunity to repair your credit and buy a home. A win-win situation for everyone.
A lease purchase is a contract that allows renters to lease the property … (1 comments)
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real estate professional: "I hired a Transaction Coordinator once and did all the work myself" - 10/01/08 12:44 PM
I have heard Real Estate Agents complain about using a Transaction Coordinator. The most common Agent comment is they ending up doing all the work themselves.
I don't doubt that there are Assistants / Transaction Coordinators/ Virtual Assistants that are not worth your money and don't save you time. But I … (4 comments)
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real estate professional: Is Affiliating With a Broker Important To Your Real Estate Career? - 09/19/08 06:54 PM
Yes? No? Why?
Real estate transactions are legal transactions, which, by their nature, involve high risk.
A new agent’s lack of experience in the field must be managed and mentored, to avoid grave infractions, which could lead to serious legal consequences.
A broker is also responsible for ensuring the new … (3 comments)
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real estate professional: Professional Attitudes & Behaviors Online - 09/16/08 07:27 PM
Professional Attitudes & Behaviors ONLINE should hold true as the same offline. We follow what is stated in our Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice. Even if your profession does not specifically have a Code of Ethics it is pretty much common sense to respect others in our industry … (84 comments)
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real estate professional: Illusion or Reality? - 09/12/08 11:35 AM
An illusion is a distortion of reality. We look at an object and it appears to be something that really isn't but when we train our brain to look at the object differently then we may perceive the object differently as well. Some illusions take on different perceptions from the assumptions … (26 comments)
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real estate professional: Run: Whether You are a Lion or a Gazelle! - 09/08/08 07:11 PM
Dear All,
There are some people that you meet that you just never forget. They stay with you. The more you get to know them, the more special and inspirational they are for your to do greater things. I am very pleased to announce one of those people to you. He … (9 comments)
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real estate professional: From Braless to Aging Gracefully - 09/04/08 11:44 AM
In the 70's I romped the city braless. Yup, women were standing up for their rights and wearing no bra and saran wrap dresses. Now look at us. With gravity taking its course we throw them over our shoulders and age gracefully. We snicker at the young folk who do not … (71 comments)
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real estate professional: Buyer Credit AND Lower Offer? Who Says? - 08/31/08 11:26 PM
Hawaii Military Relocation clients love a Realtor® that knows there 'stuff' regarding the area, the military and VA Loans for their Hawaii Home Buying experience.
I have been working with clients since May of this year and they are finally arriving tomorrow.
I will be picking them up from the airport … (28 comments)
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real estate professional: Not all Surprises are Good! - 08/29/08 12:30 PM
This past week my three month old daughter began giggling and laughing at different things. One of things I have been working with her on is playing peek-a-boo. Now when I play peek-a-boo and surprise her, her face lights up and she smiles large. You can see below how much she … (6 comments)
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real estate professional: The Signs Say -WE BUY HOMES! - 08/24/08 10:51 PM
I know there's a lot of these "We buy houses" signs all over the nation...but right here on Oahu?
We went out yesterday and within 10 minutes of each other there were signs for "WE BUY HOUSES".
One was right in our residential area and the other one right on … (108 comments)
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real estate professional: French speaking real estate professionals - 08/23/08 03:38 PM
I just started a new group called "We Speak French."
This will be a community of real estate professionals that are bi-lingual French/English and interested in representing French or francophone clients already living in the country, or residing outside the USA.
The main purpose of the group will be to share … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: Thinking about becoming a Home Stager? Consult with the Pros first. - 08/21/08 07:59 PM
If you are deciding whether or not a career as a home stager is right for you, then you have some HW to do. The internet is the perfect place to begin your search. Make sure you have some paper and a pen ready to take notes. A nice cup of … (20 comments)
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real estate professional: WANTED – YOUR SERVICES AS A HIGHLY-PAID REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONAL - 08/14/08 11:52 AM
(By: Jason and Laura Daley)
Your services are wanted immediately by home buyers and sellers needing to buy and sell in today's unique market. To be the agent that works with these clients you need to fill their needs and requirements, they want a Real Estate Professional to take care of … (1 comments)
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real estate professional: WANTED - YOUR SERVICES AS A HIGH-PAID REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONAL - 08/13/08 10:45 AM
(By: Jason and Laura Daley)
Your services are wanted immediately by home buyers and sellers needing to buy and sell in today's unique market. To be the agent that works with these clients you need to fill their needs and requirements, they want a Real Estate Professional to take care of … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: Should Buyers Use a Real Estate Professional? - 08/11/08 11:30 AM
With just the stroke of a few keys, you can find myriad resources on the Internet to help you in your search for a new home. Besides property listings, you can find out about specific communities, schools and mortgage options. Prudential Real Estate has made three great resources – Environmental … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: I was born to train... - 07/30/08 05:59 PM
Real Estate has been a passion of mine since I got into the business 32 years ago. While I have been an agent and broker/manager, I especially like the training aspect of the business. The reason is that real estate professionals are simply great. Not everyone can handle this career. It … (4 comments)
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real estate professional: What the Decline in Real Estate Licensees Means For Consumers - 07/29/08 04:26 PM
The latest reports by the California Association of Realtors cite that January 2008 marked the first time in 84 months that the license population declined. In January 2000 there were 303,000 licensees and by December 2007 there were 548,959 licenses.
The world of Real Estate has definitely changed. Some are the … (2 comments)
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real estate professional: The POWER of MY Thinking Reflects on MY Business - 07/26/08 02:08 PM
It USED TO BE a slow year. The energy I throw 'out there' has a way of turning the course of my life when I am thinking .....POSITIVE. ..... and Vice Versa of course.
Let me expound on this a minute.
My beliefs have changed drastically over the years and I am … (32 comments)
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real estate professional: JOHN GIDDENS is the Real Estate Professional for You! - 07/25/08 12:07 PM
Hi I'm John Giddens,BROKER, with International Real Estate Professionals. serving the Lee County area. I am a member of the REALTOR Association of Greater Fort Myers and the Beach. I enjoy living in our city and take pride in knowing and serving my neighbors in all their real estate needs. As a … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: Are YOU Setting Healthy Boundaries With Your Clients & Peers? - 07/25/08 10:05 AM
Believe it or not, there is a name for people pleasers. The ones who do not know how to be straightforward and only tell people what they want to hear. They let OTHER people dictate how they 'should' feel about a certain situation and under certain circumstances allow others be the … (67 comments)
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real estate professional: When is a Real Estate Professional Not a Real Estate Professional? - 07/20/08 08:51 PM
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recently released new guidelines regarding the tax status of individuals claiming to be real estate professionals. According to the IRS, licensed real estate agents and brokers do not always qualify for real estate professional status under the new rules, which mandate that individuals spend no less … (9 comments)
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real estate professional: Midori Miller and Jeannette Neerpat-The Next Evolution Finally Meet! - 07/14/08 12:30 PM
Mom and Dad renewed their vows and it was such a beautiful event. As my father kissed the bride..it was just another reminder..that life is good...but definitely not easy.
50 years...7 children....11 grandchildren...and still so in love with one another. As they took their stroll down the isle...I don't think there … (56 comments)
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real estate professional: Professional Milwaukee Foreclosure Help! - 07/09/08 11:53 PM
Work with a professional! My team is here to help people going through foreclosure by offering short sale services and real estate advice from licensed professionals. Send me an email if you need help today! Matt YogerstRE/MAX Realty 100http://www.MattYogerst.com/ Info@MattYogerst.com 262.250.8160
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real estate professional: Why You Need an Experienced Short Sale Team - 07/09/08 01:14 PM
Is your real estate agent giving you the best service possible?Do they think that they alone are the best option for handling ALL the details?
Do they act as a...1. Listing Agent2. Buyers Agent3. Bank/Lender Negotiator4. Lien Negotiator5. Closing Coordinator6. And more...
You might say, YES THEY DO! But is that … (1 comments)
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real estate professional: San Mateo Home Ownership Possible with FHA Financing - 07/08/08 04:37 PM
I hope you all had a great holiday weekend!
For those of you who spent the weekend jealously eyeing your friends’ backyards and grills, I have news for you… it’s time to stop making excuses and get that new home. But how, you ask?
First, read our post … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: How to Choose a Buyer's Agent - 07/08/08 03:40 PM
Many people come to me looking for advice on how to select an agent. We told you how to select a listing agent in our post, Quick Guide to Interviewing Listing Agents.
A Buyer's Agent, however, is distinctly different by training, temperament and allegiance from a Listing Agent. While … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: Excellent Lead Generation Ideas! - 06/30/08 12:12 PM
Generating new leads is crucial for any real estate preofessional. Tried-and-true methods---such as flyers and direct mail---keep your name in circulation. However, don't overlook some unconventional opportunities to grow your business.
The power of Association: Approach your local healthcare association or hospital sytem about hosting a seminar regarding the home buying … (7 comments)
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real estate professional: Why You Should Work With a REALTOR® - 06/25/08 12:53 PM
Why You Should Work With a REALTOR®Not all real estate practitioners are REALTORS®. The term REALTOR® is a registered trademark that identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION of REALTORS® and subscribes to its strict Code of Ethics. Here are five reasons why it pays … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: Make Safety an Open House Priority - 06/24/08 11:27 AM
By Gary Macrides
Prudential California Realty
An open house can be a great marketing tool, but it also means exposing your home and family to countless strangers. Don’t assume that every person who visits your home is an earnest, potential home-buyer. It’s important to take security seriously. Here are some common … (2 comments)
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real estate professional: A Big Truth Regarding Jumbo Loans in Chicago Real Estate Market - 06/21/08 05:30 PM
As a Chicago real estate professional I would never be so dense as to say I cover the entire city of Chicago or all of the outlying Chicagoland area.
Instead I concentrate on a geographic swath within the city that essentially extends from the Chicago River to Devon Avenue, from Lake … (3 comments)
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real estate professional: Greed is NOT good. Arrests begin in Mortgage Fraud Crackdown - 06/21/08 04:38 PM
In the film Wall Street, one of the characters uses the phrase "greed is good". Having seen first hand the results of greed, from blocks full of for sale signs, to displaced families, to pets being left at shelters when their owners had nowhere else to bring them, I can say, … (10 comments)
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real estate professional: Riverview Builders welcomes our new Sales Agent Jason Hernandez! - 06/19/08 01:19 PM
Jason Hernandez comes to Riverview Builders with a drive and passion for selling new construction. With wonderful ideas on customer care, progress reporting during construction and innovative ways to pay coop agents at construction close instead of at Use & Occupancy, Jason is a welcome addition to the Riverview Team. You … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: No, You Can't Show My House at that time - 06/13/08 10:52 PM
"That showing time is too early for us. If you'll come at 12:30, that will work fine. Thank you!"
This was the message I got from a seller in our area tonight on my cell phone. I had called him earlier and had a left a message about showing his home tomorrow … (13 comments)
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real estate professional: Are WE Flawless? Or Humanly Flawed? - 06/05/08 04:15 PM
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)
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real estate professional: Home Inspections Avert Future Headaches - 05/27/08 10:35 PM
Home Inspections Avert Future Headaches
Suppose you bought a house and later discovered, to your dismay, that the stucco exterior concealed a nasty case of dry rot. Or suppose that when you fired up the furnace in the winter, you discovered a cracked heat exchanger leaking gas into your home. The … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: Get Your House Ready to Show to Buyers - 05/27/08 10:33 PM
Get Your House Ready to Show to Buyers
A house that "sparkles" on the surface will sell faster than its shabby neighbor, even though both are structurally well maintained.
From experience, REALTORS® also know that a "well-polished" house appeals to more buyers and will sell faster and for a higher … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: Easy do-it-yourself repairs for homeowners - 05/27/08 10:26 PM
The best way to cut down on the potentially high cost of home maintenance is to tackle the simple jobs on your own. Here are some basic repairs that you should be able to handle without too much difficulty:
Plugged Sinks- Pull out and clean the sink stopper. If … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: Don't Bite Off Too Much House... - 05/27/08 10:24 PM
Don't bite off too much house
The classic formulas for mortgage affordability could lead you to disaster. Here’s how to get a better handle on what you really can afford.
By Liz Pulliam Weston
Thirty years ago, first-time home buyers were often encouraged to stretch as far as they possibly could … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: Desperate Home Sellers Try New Tricks - 05/27/08 10:17 PM
When homeowners are desperate to sell
Sellers are offering perks like car leases and granite countertops to drum up interest. If that fails, they may try to sell for less than they owe on the home.
By Marilyn Lewis
Margot Ray, a radio-ad saleswoman in Stockton, Calif., put her five-bedroom, three-bath … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: What is a REALTOR? - 05/27/08 02:54 PM
What is the difference between a REALTOR® and a Real Estate Agent?
This is a question that comes up a lot so lets take a look at the differences.
A REALTOR® Is a real estate agent, broker or an associate who holds active membership in a local and state real estate board or association and … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: Buying A Home - 05/27/08 01:49 PM
Buying a Home
Buying a home is probably the biggest investment you will make, with long-term financial ramifications. It calls for many informed decisions and for good advice from a real estate professional. When buying a home, you can learn from the knowledge and skill of a Real Estate Agent.
What … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: Budgeting To Buy - 05/27/08 01:48 PM
Budgeting To Buy
If you want to buy a house, start by estimating what you can afford and making a budget to buy. Many prospective buyers find it difficult to accumulate enough cash for a down payment, especially if they are saddled with heavy debt. With some discipline and creative strategies, … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: Avoid Regrets - Get A Home Inspection Before You Sign! - 05/27/08 01:46 PM
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real estate professional: 6 Reasons Why Your Home Is Not Selling! - 05/27/08 01:42 PM
6 reasons your home isn't selling
So, you're in agony because your home has languished on the market week after week. Here are some culprits that may be keeping buyers away in droves.
By Bankrate.com
Has your lawn grown up around that "For Sale" sign? Have the wasps moved into the … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: Steps to a Faster Home Sale - 05/24/08 02:42 PM
I believe there are two primary categories for sellers. The first involves some who are not in a hurry to make the sale happen. In fact, it won't matter if it takes a year or two or even if the house sells at all. The second category is easy to understand … (1 comments)
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real estate professional: Happy Birthday to Thavisak Lucky Syphanthong! Wishing me a Happy Birthday and everyone else as well! - 05/14/08 07:22 PM
Yesterday was my 29th birthday! I must me one of the youngest real estate brokers in our area, Humboldt and Del Norte County California. I could have been a real estate broker earlier but I had to finish getting my two degrees at Humboldt State University first, one for Engineering and … (3 comments)
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real estate professional: Did you know... - 05/13/08 08:32 AM
...that it is illegal for Real Estate Agents to use words like "good schools", "close to the Catholic church", "excellent for families" and "no child molesters live here!" in our advertising or descriptions? Okay, the last one was a stretch, but in fact it is true. The reason being we … (1 comments)
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real estate professional: 6 Reason to Use a Real Estate Professional - 05/07/08 09:06 AM
There always seems to be lots of talk about why people shouldn't use a real estate professional in their property transaction. I thought it would be a good time to look at the flip-side and see why you should use a real estate professional to take care of all your needs. … (1 comments)
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real estate professional: Why I am Different than the Next Realtor... - 05/06/08 12:16 PM
I thought about reasons why a buyer or seller would want to work with me over my competition. What makes my style of business better or worse than anyone else? After all, here in NC we're are licensed under the same real estate schooling, right? Does the public really understand that has so little to … (4 comments)
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real estate professional: Seller Motivated! (Rant Warning) - 05/04/08 10:27 PM
Have you spent time with a person who feels it is necessary to explain on a regular basis that he or she is SMART? If you are like me, what you may want to say to that person is, “If you are so doggone smart, you don’t have to go around … (22 comments)
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real estate professional: SharpBuyers.com Pays Buyers Closing Costs! - 05/04/08 09:46 AM
The Boston based Real Estate Referral Company, SharpBuyers.com connects home buyers throughout the United States with real estate brokers and agents that will provide full service representation and a real estate rebate that can be used towards paying buyers closing costs. Sharpbuyers.com agents will pay between 20%-50% of their commissions towards home buyers … (2 comments)
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real estate professional: Home Buyers Start Their Home Search With SharpBuyers.com - 05/04/08 08:36 AM
For anyone thinking about purchasing a home, SharpBuyers.com is your first stop. SharpBuyers.com connects buyers to local real estate agents that provide full service representation, quality service and a real estate rebate. SharpBuyers.com agents answer all of your questions and ensure that you are an educated home buyer. They walk you … (2 comments)
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real estate professional: Your Resource for Real Estate News, Relocation Information, Homes For Sale and More - 05/01/08 07:23 AM
Where are you looking when you are in need of "Relocation Information", "Late Breaking News within the Real Estate Industry", "Places to dine in Crossville TN". Maybe you are looking for a "Real Estate Professional" or "Real Estate News".
Often times we begin our search through "google" or "yahoo" in hopes … (4 comments)
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real estate professional: Experience... is it that important? - 04/30/08 06:34 PM
The real estate industry has changed dramatically.
Agents with little or no experience have flooded the streets.
A Realtor, not an agent, and a designated one, can make you the most money and can save you the most money. Depending on who they are working for.
Choose a REALTOR® With a GRI designationBuying or … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: Urban scale in a rural setting... - 04/29/08 05:13 PM
There is a growing trend to try to locate urban-scale churches and schools in rural areas of Spokane County. Institutions, especially churches and schools, are driven to find locations outside city limits. How does this affect decades of smart regional planning, and what can be done about it? Are cities … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: Short Sales are popping up everywhere here in NH - 04/21/08 02:13 PM
I went out to show homes to a buyer this weekend and while setting up the appointments I found out that one of the three homes I was showing was subject to third party approval ie. a SHORT SALE. This was not noted on the listing information - it was told … (10 comments)
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real estate professional: How Do We Determine If We Have a Motivated Client? - 04/14/08 10:42 AM
As real estate agents we are expected to help our clients make informed decisions. When the emotion charged print media headlines and sound bits cheer the declining housing market, critical thinking is often obscured if not completely ignored. Deciding when to buy a new home is as difficult as deciding … (1 comments)
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real estate professional: Elkhart County Real Estate Market Springing Forward! - 04/09/08 07:00 AM
I think it is the Spring Itch that has started things happening in Elkhart County Indiana. The trees are full of buds waiting to open and there is excitement in the air. Porches are being swept, clutter removed and stored or put in the "garage sale" box. There are people calling … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: If You Are Thinking About Selling Your Home In Elkhart County, Indiana, Here Are Some Helpful Hints - 04/08/08 08:32 AM
Question: If you're thinking about selling your home in Elkhart County, Indiana, how can you make it "bigger" and better looking without spending a cent?
Answer: One sure way for your house to appear larger - and more appealing - is if clutter is eliminated and furniture and household goods are reorganized.
In … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: What Are The Different Types of Mortgages Available In Elkhart County Indiana, And Which Are The Best? - 04/08/08 08:07 AM
Answer: It depends on your particular financial situation and your goals.
A few decades ago, taking on a Mortgage was a simple proposition, with the Home Buyer promising to pay back the amount of the loan plus a fixed rate of interest, usually over a perion of 30 years. Today however, Home … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: Real Estate Professionalism: Embrace it and it will embrace you - 04/03/08 10:14 PM
I was catching up on my reading today. I had several months' worth of unread trade publications, journals, magazines, vendor solicitations, product promotions, and coaching offers that were piling up. Well, you know how it is sometimes the real estate business gets in the way of your reading time. Anyway, I … (5 comments)
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real estate professional: To Bee or Not to Bee....Beeeeing The REAL Estate Question Here - 03/21/08 01:35 PM
BEE a Team Player! I love watching kiddie movies that have a learning lesson. I went to Blockbuster three days in a row and finally someone returned "The Bee Movie". Now, imagine this half a century 'old' lady walking into Blockbuster for three days with no children, same counter lady and … (70 comments)
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real estate professional: Get Dental Benefits for Life for only $25.00 - 03/16/08 08:19 AM
The South Carolina Government has created a unique situation where because you are a South Carolina Resident, you have a unique, one time opportunity to get lifetime Dental, Vision, Presciptions, and Chriprotaic Benefits for you and everyone living with you, for a one time $25 payment... and you never have to … (3 comments)
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real estate professional: Silence isn't so golden. - 03/14/08 01:55 PM
Before I became a REALTOR®, we had our house listed with a real estate agent. Perhaps most frustrating about the experience, besides the house not selling, was the fact that I never heard from my agent unless I initiated the call. I wanted updates, if not weekly, then at least … (2 comments)
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real estate professional: 10000 B.C. - Lessons for Real Estate? - 03/13/08 11:40 AM
10,000 B.C. (the movie) came out in the theaters this past Friday and we went to the theater directly after my home inspection on Saturday. As in the past (when writing about learning experiences in movies) this was certainly a wonderful movie to gain some insight into the word "teamwork".
Set in the … (30 comments)
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real estate professional: Maximum Exposure for Top Dollar - 03/05/08 06:11 AM
When you are ready to sell your home, it is important to have a marketing plan developed to provide you with the maximum exposure. This is part of my responsibility as a Real Estate Professional. Once implemented, it will allow me to market a home to the widest segment of buyers. The more potential buyers … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: Pigs get Fed, Hogs Get Slaughtered - 03/01/08 03:28 PM
Pigs Get Fed..... Hogs Get Slaughtered! Wow, what a headline, should bring some kind of attention from some of you, No, this is not a recipe, I guess you can tell I am from the south with this headline also. Someone told me this back probably 2 years ago, he … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: All Things Texas Group - A Relaxing Place to Hang Out - 03/01/08 12:50 PM
A great suggestion came from Ken Stampe, one of our members here at the All Things Texas Group. He suggested that I take a response to one of blogs and expand upon it, sharing why the All Things Texas Group was created.
I created the "All Things Texas Group," and I enjoy … (10 comments)
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real estate professional: I'm Ready To Jump In! - 01/29/08 10:38 PM
After spending a few days watching and reading posts on Active Rain, I'm ready to take the plunge. So, here I go, with my very first blog post. I'm eager to learn from all of you, as I work to incorporate "new" internet marketing techniques in order to challenge myself and … (15 comments)
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real estate professional: Home Ownership 101 - 01/28/08 05:03 AM
Since the real estate market has gone into a full fledged downturn, we have learned a good deal about what went wrong, who is to blame, etc. What some forget is that between 1998-2005, many areas had a real estate boom. This boom had an affect on the publics perception about … (5 comments)
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real estate professional: You Need a Professional to Buy or Sell Real Estate - 01/27/08 05:04 PM
Yesterday (Saturday afternoon) I got stopped in the parking lot of my office by a gentleman was wondering when my office would be open. When I asked what he needed he said wanted to get a blank purchase agreement form. I will stop here on what happened, because that is not … (42 comments)
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real estate professional: Greater Lansing Buyers, The Current Market is to Your Advantage - 01/24/08 09:48 PM
Marketing properties, home selection and financing are just a few of the skills today's consumer looks for when they select a real estate professional. I am prepared to offer my clients the knowledge and expertise to counsel them in relocating, buying, investing or selling the family home. Buyers need all the … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: 2008 Salesmanship Tips - Selling and Negotiating with Integrity - 01/22/08 09:35 PM
As a Real Estate Professional you are automatically in a sales career and most likely have been for a while. No doubt, you have read various books on the subject sales and you have decided to maintain and continue your sales profession ongoing education by reading books on the topic when … (3 comments)
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real estate professional: Showing Houses All Day in Eureka, CA - 01/02/08 09:15 PM
Today was a great day! I showed about 9 houses in Eureka, CA for my client whom I have been working with for over a year now on her first home purchase. I know that we are suppose to only show our clients about 3 to 4 homes at a time … (2 comments)
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real estate professional: Waco TX Real Estate--Residential Snapshot, January 1 2008 - 01/01/08 01:04 PM
HAPPY NEW YEAR WACOANS!
Time to review the past month's residential sales. Sure, it's a traditionally "slow" time of year for real estate, but not so gloomy here in Waco.
On a positive note, Median Home Sales price is actually higher than this time last year. Not only that, our inventory is slowly … (1 comments)
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real estate professional: Health Alert -- We Realtors Don't Typically Get Enough Sleep - 12/28/07 09:26 PM
I visited my dear doctor today. He said I need to sleep more. Because of my lack of sleep, I have gained a little weight over the years and to my horror, I have huge gallstones and I have to have surgery in the next two weeks.
I plead with you, all … (17 comments)
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real estate professional: Set Goals for the New Year and be Successful! - 12/25/07 09:10 PM
Today is Christmas and family time. It made me think about the whole year and my goals for next year. I think that it is important to set goals for the coming year in order to become successful with my career as a real estate professional. I think that … (1 comments)
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real estate professional: What's In A Real Estate Professional? - 12/19/07 04:49 PM
Over the past few weeks of reading blog entries of all shapes and sizes, topics and conversations, listings, tips, promotional ones, motivational ones, rants and a few very funny jokes as well I find myself today thinking I'm as confused as ever as to what makes one real estate professional stand out … (19 comments)
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real estate professional: Home Sweet Home What's it worth? - 12/18/07 05:37 PM
We check the stock market sometimes everyday either on line or T.V. or reading the newspaper. But homeowners fail to take stock of an even weighter investment: their own home. Do you know the value of your own home?
A Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) provided by a real estate professional can bring … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: 100 Dell Lane, Crescent City, CA 95531 - 12/02/07 09:28 PM
Great Investment!! Owner Carry! Crescent City, CA
100 Dell Lane, Crescent City, CA 95531 View Map
Great Investment!! Owner Carry! Owner will Carry! Very nice investment property or build able lot for your new spacious home. The huge 1.03 Acre lot comes with a rented mobile and is located just … (2 comments)
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real estate professional: The media is wrong, this IS really a good time to buy! - 12/02/07 06:52 PM
It's really frustrating. It seems that everyday I read in the paper or see a story on the news about how bad the Real Estate market is. Gloom and doom. That's what feeds the media, but the facts tell another story. And it's not a story that you'll read in any … (3 comments)
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real estate professional: Give Protection.....Get Protection! - 12/01/07 09:20 AM
Some people don't realize the many benefits of a Home Protection Plan. However, as an experienced Real Estate Professional, I would like to point out how a qualify Home Protection Plan can benefit you, whether you are buying or selling a home. A good Plan ensures the repair or replacement of … (4 comments)
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real estate professional: I’m Sorry – I Didn’t Know You Didn’t Know - 11/23/07 04:12 PM
A number of years ago my husband and I spent the night in a beautiful hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. We wanted to find a certain type of store (OK, we wanted to know how to get to a particular Antique Store.) so we asked the young girl behind the counter … (24 comments)
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real estate professional: Great Owner Carry Opportunity in Crescent City! Over 1 Acres Residential Lot! - 11/16/07 01:21 AM
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real estate professional: A new ActiveRain Member - 11/12/07 11:08 PM
This community continues to grow. Glancing up at the dashboard I see there are now 57,453, what a difference a year make!
One of our newest member is Kelly Clark who is an agent in the Keller Williams office I am affiliated with.
Please join me in welcoming Kelly to the community, I assured her this … (23 comments)
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real estate professional: Top 10 Reasons - 11/05/07 09:05 AM
JOHN GIDDENS is the Real Estate Professional for You!
I am a Florida Native and have held my license for 12 years, successfully buying and selling homes and properties in the Lee County area market.
I have a REALTOR® designation as a member of the Greater Fort Myers and the Beach REALTOR® Association, The Florida Association of REALTORS® and The National Association of … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: Homeownership.... Are You A Believer? - 11/02/07 03:48 PM
Recently I saw a great article in the rain about combating the media and I have to agree...we must present a clear picture of our industry and what is happening based on facts, our own market places and our local economies.
Instead of listening to all of it...we need to create … (19 comments)
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real estate professional: How to Buy a home in Crescent City, CA Part I - 10/28/07 12:03 AM
As a first time home buyer, especially in a small community like Crescent City, California, how will you get started in your home buying process? This of coarse depends on how serious you are as the home buyer, are you looking to move within 6 months? Are you looking to move … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: Staging Your Home to Sell - 10/17/07 12:57 PM
Some Homes are a Dream to Show...
others need some help!
That's where your Real Estate Agent comes into the picture~
As a Real Estate Professional for over 20 years, I have accumulated a lot of experience getting homes ready to show. What changes are worth a little time, work, or money; … (0 comments)
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real estate professional: Pay for click leads-anyone using them? - 10/12/07 02:21 PM
I received a call today for pay for click leads. Anyone using them and who would you recommend? i am in Topeka, Kansas with a population of about 215,000 … (13 comments)
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real estate professional: Podcasting and Real Estate...Anyone using it. - 10/04/07 10:12 AM
i am an agent in Topeka, KS and was wondering about your thoughts on "Podcasting" your real estate listings. Anyone using it and if so How successful is it? From the little i have gathered it is fairly inexpensive and probably just one of those tools that set you apart from … (4 comments)
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real estate professional: Most asked Realtor question: "Will you sell your house for a lower commission?" - 10/03/07 06:52 PM
I don't know about you but, what is it with sellers? Would they work for less pay? NOOOO Neither would I?
I have just revised my Commission Structure letter and wish to share it with you. I put this after my commission breakdown. I breakdown Residential with a minimum commission and flat % … (2 comments)
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