real living: Building Your Team - 08/07/08 11:01 AM
How can you build a successful, cohesive team? Team building isn't always cut and dry, so here are some suggestions to help you bring the right employees into your culture.
Try to achieve a balance of personalities. Know that it's important to hire individuals with varying personalities as long as your … (0 comments)
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real living: Sneak Peek Into Real Living's Offices (Many Pictures) - 08/06/08 12:11 PM
It is with great anticipation that I finally post this blog, I've been waiting to do something like this for a long time to show off our company and offices. Here is installment number one of many tours of our offices, culture, and staff. This one primarily deals with our office spaces... … (10 comments)
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real living: Foreclosure Listings in Raleigh North Carolina - 08/05/08 11:30 AM
There are currently 99 active foreclosures in Wake County, North Carolina. The average list price is $221,400 for a 2155 square foot home with three bedrooms two baths.
The price per square foot, ppsf is just under $95 on average. The prices range from $35,900 to $1,413,900, there is a little something … (0 comments)
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real living: Lake Norman and Charlotte area Agents, Why Real Living In Style - 08/05/08 05:06 AM
Check out Why Real Living in Style to see why!
Be sure to read all the posts and pages! You may be surprised!
Find an office near you at RealLiving.com.
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real living: How About at $1.414 Million Foreclosure in Wakefield? - 08/04/08 04:29 PM
A $1.414 million dollar foreclosure in Wakefield Estates. This is not the typical foreclosure, 18 total rooms, six bedrooms, five full baths, two half baths all on 1.8 plus acres.
All this adds up to 7899 square feet.
This photo shows the upper hall with fireplace and built-ins, this is one … (0 comments)
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real living: Downtown Columbus is a nice place to visit - 08/01/08 08:01 AM
Today in the Columbus Dispatch... an article about City Center the downtown Columbus mall that the city wrestled away from the company that was mismanaging the mall a year ago.
When I moved to Central Ohio in 1990 I loved City Center. I lived in northwest Columbus just inside 270 and … (5 comments)
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real living: Unknown caller, do you answer? - 07/31/08 12:47 PM
I think many people outside the real estate business would say they don’t answer their phone if they don’t recognize the phone number. However, in the real estate business, how many Realtors will do the same? It’s really hard to estimate or count, but to me, within the last two … (3 comments)
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real living: What is a Snark? - 07/31/08 10:02 AM
Many of us have been snarked-and didn't know it at the time. Oblivious to the fact that negative influencers are out to snatch our power, we may be innocent victims of snarkdom at many times in our lives. How about you? Has a snark attempted to crush your dreams?
From … (7 comments)
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real living: Brokers: Don't worry about technology, we'll do it for you! - 07/31/08 07:34 AM
Yesterday, I was speaking with a prospect about opening a Real Living office in Southeast, Florida market. Of course, he has researched all the major franchisors and Real Living was placed at the top of his list.
He discussed the importance of technology and the ability to provide every agent … (0 comments)
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real living: Keep Your Marketing Real - 07/28/08 03:32 PM
I've never taken a CRS, GRI, etc. class. From what I understand the value and content from what is learned in these classes is outstanding. What I don't get is how we as agents use these three lettered designations to define ourselves on our business cards and in our marketing when … (9 comments)
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real living: Keeping it Real – Balancing Your Schedule - 07/28/08 08:56 AM
Are you keeping it real? We often hear this phrase, but what does it actually mean? Here's how the dictionary defines real:
Real (r ‘l) adj., being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verifiable existence.
We all know those superstars at work and other organizations who seem to take … (0 comments)
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real living: The Magic of Thinking Big - 07/28/08 08:50 AM
I'm reading an older book by David J. Schwartz called The Magic of Thinking Big. It was recommended by Mary Johnson, trainer for the S.M.A.R.T. program, formerly The Floyd Wickman program, during a talk she gave to Real Living managers, brokers and owners in Columbus last year. (I'm finally getting around to reading it!) … (3 comments)
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real living: Real Living who??? Are you a Magazine?? I haven't ever heard of Real Living..... - 07/24/08 10:29 PM
I wish I had a dime for everytime I've heard those words!
When I started a Real Living franchise in Austin Texas, no one had ever heard of Real Living and times are a'changing. I have spent the better part of a year and a half getting our name into the … (6 comments)
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real living: SoFl Short Sales: 99% Acceptance Rate on Bank Packages - 07/24/08 11:05 AM
There has been a lot of talk about the “good guys” verses the “bad guys” in the foreclosure/short sale markets -- I wanted to promote one of the good guys who is having tremendous success in the South Florida area. The company is called CleanSlate Home Foreclosure Solutions. They are currently … (4 comments)
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real living: I just finished 30 hours of CE - 07/23/08 04:33 PM
Here I am down to the wire with a month to go till my real estate license needs renewed. In Ohio you need 30 hours every 3 years.
Procrastinating, dreading the task and never having taken an online class... I logged onto the Real Living Business Center, went to the Real U Training tab … (9 comments)
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real living: Welcome Marx Jackson! Real Living's Lauderdale Office - 07/23/08 03:12 PM
I would like to personally welcome Marx Jackson to our Ft. Lauderdale franchise office, Real Living Infinity International. In the past, Marx has specialized in residential real estate sales, along with residential and commercial property management. He will be assisting clients in Fort Lauderdale, Lauderdale By The Sea, Oakland Park, Wilton … (3 comments)
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real living: Help! Email notification for new blogs? Anyone know? - 07/22/08 10:42 AM
I am a subscriber to a few blogs. Does anyone know if I can receive an email notification as soon as a new blog is posted? Thanks!
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real living: Do you really want to "capture" a consumer? - 07/22/08 09:25 AM
I've attended a few seminars, meetings and read a few blogs lately where I've read about companies and agents trying to "capture" consumers. Semantically speaking, wouldn't you rather "establish a relationship" with consumers vs. capturing them?
As a consumer, I personally do not want to be captured. That term implies being … (8 comments)
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real living: Agent Business Planning - 07/21/08 02:41 PM
I thought this was interesting, so, I am blogging. At Real Living, we offer our agents a few business planning tools / spreadsheets to assist our agents in creating a full business plan for each year. Two of our Florida franchisees, one in Ft. Lauderdale and the other in Orlando … (2 comments)
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real living: High Splits vs Value - 07/18/08 10:05 AM
This week I feel like we are gaining more momentum in agent recruiting. Other then the 70 short sales we have pending, our agent recruitment meetings are beginning to pick-up in our Ft. Lauderdale office. Agents are taking notice that our office is still maintaining/growing and that there are more … (1 comments)
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real living: E-Mail vs. Phone - 07/17/08 01:06 PM
I was in an interview with a potential marketing candidate a few days ago. One question I always ask is, "how do you communicate?" I'm looking for an answer that ensures me the candidate is not fully tied to e-mail. In real estate and franchising, I feel it is 100% necessary that … (20 comments)
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real living: "Is your blog a lawsuit magnet?" - 07/07/08 10:28 AM
Gee whiz I hope not.. but why did I feel a strong urge to go out and steal a cartoonish image of a magnet to illustrate this post?
In "Is your blog a lawsuit magnet?" on Inman News (link below) Marcie Geffner wrote:
"Have you discussed your blog with your broker … (28 comments)
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real living: Buying or Selling in Cincinnati or Dayton Ohio? Call me! - 06/27/08 10:13 AM
Let's chat......I can help you find your dream home in Southern Ohio, where Real Estate buying is hot! hot! hot!
If you have a home to sell....trade equity and move up!
Hurry.....interest rates cannot stay this low forever!
visit my website at www.MyRealtorSheila.com
or call me (or text me) at 513-479-8533 or … (12 comments)
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real living: Are you happy? Why are you? - 06/26/08 02:36 PM
I get all the time "I'm happy where I am, I love my company" with people's brokerages when I talk to folks with whom I co-op. And they don't go any further. I don't often ask for lots of details, figuring if they reeeeally want me to know, they'll tell me. … (12 comments)
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real living: Transparency – What Do You See? - 06/26/08 11:38 AM
Transparency is critical today in our relationships. Broker-Agent, Agent-Consumer, Broker-Consumer and Broker-Franchisor.
Here is why...
Women make 89% of the purchasing decisions in real estate and comprise the majority of our agent populations. Women are also excellent BS detectors and transparency is essential for building trust and a working relationship.
Fake … (3 comments)
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real living: Agents, will your clients pick you or your brand? - 06/25/08 11:47 AM
Who holds the relationship with your clients -- you [the agent] or your brand? What attracted me to Real Living was their agent-centric philosophy in assisting agents to build a richer relationship with the agent’s clients by providing robust tools, marketing and resources to every agent within their network -- resulting … (2 comments)
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real living: 6 Steps to Effective Hiring - 06/24/08 12:22 PM
1. Network - tap into your sphere of influence. Facebook, Linked-In, Active Rain, and other social networking outlets are easy to use, free and will likely help you find the best candidate. I interviewed a woman from a competing brokerage last month who I met on Active Rain. Personally, I dislike … (5 comments)
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real living: MyRealLiving 2.0 Offers Consumers Comprehensive Set Of Time-Saving & Easy-To-Use Online Tools - 06/23/08 10:21 AM
In 2006, Real Living unveiled My Real Living version 2.0, an industry-first, consumer-agent interface, which allows agents and consumers to work together in real time, and allows consumers to be able to organize, personalize, save and share information in one place seamlessly like never before.
Buyers are able to:
Save favorite … (0 comments)
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real living: 3 Must On-Boarding "do's" For All Managers and Owners - 06/12/08 09:52 AM
When a new or trasferring agent come onboard with your firm, the first week is crucial. It is during the first days with your firm that a manager/owner has the opportunity to indoctrinate agents into company systems. It is also the time agents will form lasting opinions and habits (good and bad) with your … (0 comments)
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real living: What Does Your Office Say About Your Brand? - 06/11/08 08:22 AM
Let's take great brand No. 1. The atmosphere can be best described as clean, simple, high-tech and contemporary. With computers, media players, gadgets, and helpful sales associates, this brand has created a tech-friendly atmosphere where consumers can ask questions, play around with devices and get on-the-spot service.
Another company with a … (1 comments)
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real living: DragonBoat Race on Lake Norman - 06/07/08 12:00 AM
Come meet the Real Living Team at the Dragon Boat Festival on Lake Norman
Dragon Boat Festival on Lake norman
Dragon Boat Homepage.9th Asian Festival and 3 rd Dragon Boat Festival Program Schedule June 7th, 20089:00 AMDragon Boat Race Round 111:00 AMAsian Festival Opening Ceremony National Anthem Moment … (0 comments)
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real living: Lakeside Dining and Entertainment at Lake Norman - 06/06/08 11:57 PM
Lakeside Dining and Entertainment at Lake Norman
If you live on or near Lake Norman, there is nowhere better to eat than likeside. Whether you want to sit back and have a quiet relaxing dinner viewing the lake or want to pull your boat up to the dock to grab a … (0 comments)
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real living: First time homebuyer renovation loan - Lake norman - 06/06/08 11:54 PM
First Time Homebuyer Renovation Loan - Lake Norman Area
Are you a first time home buyer or trying to help a family member buy a home? I have good news for you. I have partnered with a great friend to me and my clients and a terrific mortgage professional on … (0 comments)
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real living: Why Hire Generation Yers? - 06/06/08 12:34 PM
I'm what one might classify as a full-fledged "Echo Boom," "Millenial," or "Gen Yer." As part of this group, I'll admit we can be high-maintenance, poor communicators (in the traditional sense) and demanding at times. So why hire generation Yers?
Generation Y has a great deal to offer the American workforce … (3 comments)
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real living: Extra, Extra... Who Is Reading All About It Anymore? - 06/05/08 12:57 PM
If you read my "Meme," you know I used to deliver the daily newspaper for several years from 1985-1989. The subscription rate among the 150 homes I was responsible for was almost 100%. Everyone got the newspaper and while I'd love to take credit for the adoption rate, back … (27 comments)
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real living: You Want Me to Create a What? - 06/04/08 03:05 PM
Whether you like baseball, ballroom dancing, pushing the envelope or flying under the radar, your innermost traits should be exhibited in your own personal brand. This being said, I challenge those of you who haven't used a glue stick since 1st grade to create a brand board that displays your personality … (1 comments)
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real living: "Ducks Don't Even Have Teeth" - 06/04/08 12:47 PM
When I think of corporate culture, I think of the 1992 film, The Mighty Ducks. Remember ex-hockey star, Coach Gordon Bombay (Emilio Estevez), and his pee-wee hockey team of inner-city Minneapolis delinquents? Lacking talent, discipline, a good attitude and a team name, the District 5 hockey team was massacred in all … (3 comments)
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real living: Lemonade... $5 - 06/03/08 01:01 PM
This weekend is our HUGE, EVERYTHING MUST GO, neighborhood garage sale. Making me think of the picture above and the entrepreurs in our company. And, yes, my little people (ages 3 and 6) are planning to have a lemonade stand on the street, and, despite their ages already have it all … (12 comments)
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real living: Vacation Anyone? Check out this American Airlines Promotion! - 05/30/08 02:48 PM
I've always been a big fan of the beach, but living in Columbus, Ohio, makes it tough to enjoy a regular dose of sand and water. Everyone needs a vacation once in a while.
Consider this limited time promotion with American Airlines. If you purchase my new book, Real You Incorporated: … (3 comments)
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real living: Using the Cool Features of Real Living 2.0 on my Blog - 05/28/08 03:09 PM
I love the way I can be creative with Real Living and all it's tools in my personal business center.
Check out my Lake Norman blog: http://movetolakenorman.wordpress.com/
On the right sideboard I have created a new link list called Hot New Lake Norman Listings.
I then saved listings from different areas … (4 comments)
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real living: Three Reasons To Change - 05/28/08 08:35 AM
We receive the question from franchise prospects, "the market is struggling, why should I franchise now vs. waiting for it to improve?" The reality is that today's market is prime for someone to re-brand or open a franchise office.
When times are tough, agents get antsy and begin to scrutinize the … (7 comments)
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real living: Real Living In Style Has Grown - 05/23/08 10:10 AM
Been away for a while. I am proud to say that we are now up to 17 agents. I know from the feedback I am getting that Real Living is not like other companies and I am proud of it.
I have learned so much about real estate agents in the … (0 comments)
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real living: Same Time... Same Sandbox - 05/20/08 03:15 PM
Ever watch the cartoon, The Jetson's? One of my personal favorites. Elroy was the best... He coined the phrase, "same time, same sandbox," every time he was summoned home for dinner and dragged away by his trusty robot, Rosie.
Funny how now the sandbox we call the real estate … (12 comments)
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real living: "Your post has been removed from the ActiveRain group...." - 05/16/08 05:59 AM
boo hoo... I got removed from a group. I got an email from ActiveRain that said:
"Your post 'Real Living - Just Say NO to comment spam' has been removed from the group 'RealLiving' by an administrator/moderator. You should either review the guidelines for the group or contact this person if … (21 comments)
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real living: Hear what our brokers and agents are saying... - 05/14/08 02:19 PM
Watch this quick three-minute video with our Chicago broker/owner of Real Living Helios, A-Mag aka Andrew Magliochetti along with one of his managers and top agents Jim Buczynski.
Buczynski’s volume increased exponentially in 2007 vs. 2006 - in a "sluggish" market. He discusses what to do to improve and how he … (0 comments)
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real living: What it means to "Get It" - 05/13/08 09:56 PM
As a fairly recent franchisee of Real Living, I was asked, "Why Real Living?" at Momentum (our annual convention) this past weekend. Of course I started with the predictable answers of the technology we offer our agents and the agent-centric culture, but it is FAR more than that.
So many real … (5 comments)
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real living: What I Learned at Broker Open Houses Today - 05/13/08 06:01 PM
In Chicago, Tuesdays are the day that most broker open houses are held.
Our company is getting ready to launch a marketing campaign in Chicago's Urkainian Village neighborhood and, wanting to get a better feel for the submarket, I attended four broker open houses today.
I was very pleased with what … (8 comments)
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real living: Why Is This Guy Smiling? - 05/13/08 03:44 PM
He just found out he lives in one of the most recession proof cities in the United States. It also states next to the article he is in the third best sellers market. Not a bad spot to be...Austin Texas.
Todd is sitting next to Chris Svec, V.P of National Development … (1 comments)
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real living: Who Invited These Guys To The Party?? - 05/13/08 10:00 AM
Trulia, Zillow, Cyberhomes, Frontdoor, and more, are now pretty firmly planted in our space. Who let this happen and invited them? We did. Welcome... I think.
Collectively, we as brokers, agents, owners empowered these firms to climb to the top of consumer minds and search engines and create real estate portals … (14 comments)
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real living: Steve Friedman @ Momentum - 05/13/08 08:37 AM
Steve Friedman was the hardest working presenter at Momentum, doing half day on Friday followed up with a full day on Saturday. Steve runs Recruiting Services Inc. but he is about so much more than recruiting.
I have been lucky enough to spend days with Steve in coaching/training sessions, with the … (1 comments)
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real living: Kool-Aid what's your favorite real estate flavor? - 05/11/08 07:08 AM
From Kraft Foods ...Kraft Foods owns the Kool-Aid Man who has his own website:
"NAME: KOOL-AID ManHEIGHT: 8' tall and 5' wideFUN FACT: I have 3 ice cubes in my head"
Is there a rule in real estate blogging about not pitching your company? What if your job is pitching your … (37 comments)
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real living: Steve Friedman - Video - Momentum 08 - 05/09/08 01:27 PM
This is an interview with Steve Friedman. Steve hosted a 3 hour break-out session for recruiting today at Momentum. In this interview, Steve discusses the session, and thoughts about Real Living. He's been working with us for about 5 months and we're starting to see results at all levels of our … (1 comments)
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real living: Catch'n Up With A-Mag - #2 - 05/09/08 12:57 PM
This is video interview #2 with our Chicago friend A-Mag aka Andrew Magliochetti. He is joined by one of his managers and top agents, Jim Buczynski. Jim's volume has increased exponentially in 2007 vs. 2006 - in a "down" market.
Jim discusses the what to do to improve and how he … (0 comments)
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real living: New Agent!! - 05/09/08 09:43 AM
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I'm pleased to annouce the newest Real Living agent. Dave Culbertson, from Real Living Home Team in Mount Vernon, Ohio is a proud grandparent. Dave's daughter and Real Living agent Courtney gave birth to Ethan and the best part of the story was that during labor, Courtney wrote an offer … (1 comments)
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real living: "Join ActiveRain" Stefan Swanepoel said to.... - 05/09/08 12:53 AM
In his keynote address at Momentum 2008 today Stefan Swanepoel told Real Living agents and brokers "Join ActiveRain" Click to Join The The dynamic blogging duo of Chris Svec and Scott Hoyt shared some of Momentum 2008, so far. Scott Hoyt of Real Living Partners from Cary North Carolina, is visiting … (5 comments)
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real living: 39.6% of all Real Living Agents increased their business in 2007 - 05/08/08 04:29 PM
"39.6% of all Real Living Agents increased their business in 2007 vs. 2006." WOW...amazing numbers. This is the power the Real Living brand and technology we offer our agents & franchise owners!!! Call me today. 954-734-0149
The statistic was presented by Harley E. Rouda, Jr., CEO and Managaing Partner of Real … (1 comments)
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real living: Catchin Up With A-Mag - Video - 05/08/08 02:19 PM
This is installment one of "catchn up with A-Mag," at Momentum 08. Andy Magliochetti is the owner of Real Living Helios in Chicago. He's been affiliated with Real Living for almost 2 years and boasts three offices in top Chicago neighborhoods - West Loop, River North and Lakeview.
The ownership and … (2 comments)
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real living: Real Living CEO Speaks At Momentum - Video - 05/08/08 01:29 PM
The Real Living convention atmosphere is electric. There are agents, brokers, owners and administrative staff buzzing all around the Renassance hotel. Networking, best practices, idea sharing, it's all happening at Momentum 2008 - Real Living's fifth edition of its national convention.
This video is Real Living CEO and Managing Partner, Harley … (1 comments)
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real living: Harley Kicks It Off! - 05/08/08 12:05 PM
Real Living is on its game. Harley kept it short and pointed out a couple of great facts after welcoming everyone to sunny Columbus!
Real Living Facts that Matter:
1. 50 New Offices
2. Five Top Agents recognizes by RIS Media
3. 39.6% of all Real Living Agents had a better 2007 than 2006! A BETTER … (0 comments)
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real living: Stefan Swanepoel at Momentum - 05/08/08 11:35 AM
I just overheard Stefan explaining his latest "hobby" to Chris Svec, VP of New Market Development. www.RealEstateWiki.com is a wiki launched on January 15, 2008 with 7,000 entries that know has 16,000! 125% growth in four months.
"No banners, no pop ups, no ads, non-profit wiki providing quality information, answers, resources … (6 comments)
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real living: Merchandise At Momentum - 05/08/08 08:48 AM
Another great feature of Momentum is the ability to purchase Real Living gear. An opportunity to show your pride in Real Living red!
Also, Real You Incorporated is available for purchase too! Get it while its hot!
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real living: Time for Registration! - 05/08/08 08:36 AM
Registration is open and Con Ed starts in 15 minutes...the hotel is buzzing. Well ok maybe not buzzing since 60% of the people are about to head into three hours of "Core Law". Stacks and stacks of name tags, the scope of this project is starting to hit me, I sat through … (0 comments)
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real living: Real Value and Real Business…It's Real Living - 05/07/08 12:25 PM
Even in our harsh real estate market, Real Living has still been able to push forward and find buyers through our innovate brand. The female consumer makes 80% of the buying decisions in the real estate process. We provide the marketing tools to target these buyers and sellers, increasing productivity … (0 comments)
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real living: What does it take to learn something new every day? - 05/06/08 08:35 PM
What about the rut? Don't realtors do the same thing day in and day out...? Hell No! 6 months ago, I thought a short sale was any sale under $200,000... Now $200,000 could be my bread and butter for the next few years... I guess I could learn something new every … (17 comments)
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real living: Peak Fest in Apex NC - 05/06/08 02:55 PM
If you missed Peak fest last weekend in downtown Apex NC, you missed out! This is one of my favorite of many Apex events, and this year was fantastic! The weather was truly perfect, and made it a great segway to spring/summer. Featuring street vendors, live music, "fair food" and more, … (0 comments)
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real living: Real Living Momentum 2008 Conference - 05/02/08 10:38 PM
If you haven't registered for Momentum 2008, I think you missed out.
I'm excited that it's happening in Columbus this year, and I'm looking forward to some great information to help me grow my business.
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real living: Momentum Blog Team - 05/02/08 10:54 AM
Scott Hoyt and I are creating a Momentum Blog team. We're going to cover the event via video and blogs throughout the event. We'll have Momentum and Real Living stuff everyone online!! If you are interested in covering the event with us - let us know! See you next week. … (2 comments)
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real living: LEED Gold Condos in Lakeview/Lincoln Park - 05/01/08 08:53 PM
Pre-construction pricing is now available at 2800 Lincoln, Lincoln Park/Lakeview's newest green development.
Luxurious 2 bedroom flats and 3 bedroom duplex penthouses finishes:
Viking and Fischer Paykel appliances Toto and Grohe Fixtures.Caesarstone Recycled Quartz CountertopsSteelskin Kitchen Systems
Environmentally Responsible Features Include:
Geothermal Heating SystemSolar Hot WaterHUGE Outdoor SpacesLuxurious Sustainable FinishesGreen Roof
For more information, visit 2800Lincoln.com. Marketed by … (1 comments)
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real living: Buyers - Prepare to Own a Home! - 05/01/08 07:38 AM
First, decide what you can afford. Generally, you can afford a home equal in value to between two and three times your gross income. However, that doesn't mean you should spend that much. Don't buy more a home than you feel comfortable with. Then develop your home wish list. Next, prioritize … (0 comments)
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real living: Existing Home Sales Decline in March - 05/01/08 07:21 AM
Well the market is still not back to normal, but it's getting there. The stastitics for March for existing home sales is down 19% from March of 2007. What we are seeing is that mortgage rates are at all time lows. However, due to the major changes in lending, many buyers … (0 comments)
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real living: International Buyers - 05/01/08 07:06 AM
As the housing market in certain areas such as Florida continues to decline, makes buying a second home in the US a great investment for international buyers. In fact, NAR statistics state that in Florida, 65% of Realtors had foreign clients purchasing homes in Florida. And, 15% of all home sales … (0 comments)
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real living: What do you want to be when you grow up? - 04/25/08 12:47 PM
I grew up in a time of great role models, family dinner at 5pm and TV shows with happy endings. Why do you think you were so sad watching Old Yella...? That's right we were accustomed to happy endings... Today, TV is totally different, last night one episode:
5 murders'
Boyfriend in prison,
Pregnant … (3 comments)
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real living: Listen up, there’s more to the story… - 04/21/08 04:12 PM
I'm Stephanie Kresl and I'm a Marketing Specialist and Realtor® for Tony Marino's team at Real Living Real Estate Solutions. I'm new here on ActiveRain and new to blogging...I hear it's a lot of fun and I can clearly see that there's a lot to learn. I'm looking forward to making … (6 comments)
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real living: Who Is Growing In Chicago? - 04/16/08 09:42 PM
Today I'm in Chicago sitting in my hotel room after a full day of working with our President, Kaira Rouda speaking at industry events.
First, the Women's Council of Realtors hosted a luncheon this afternoon in the River North neighborhood of Chicago. The topic was Personal Branding and the attendance was … (9 comments)
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real living: Quality Time with Quality People - 04/16/08 08:16 PM
I have spent a lot of time with great people the last couple of weeks, traveling to Coral Cables and Lake Norman to meet with Real Living Franchise Owners (or as we call them Network Partners) from Florida and North Carolina. The purpose was simple; to meet and greet and look for obvious … (0 comments)
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real living: Short Sale Rant... - 04/16/08 11:19 AM
Can you imagine just a few short months ago that banks were asking congress for permission to get into the real estate business...? Based on how well they are currently managing their own business, I have to thank God; once in a while our representatives get things right. And, what do … (18 comments)
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real living: Rewards matter... - 04/10/08 12:31 PM
If you can find a "Vocation" that is fun and rewarding, then "work" becomes an oxymoron...
Living in Florida for the past 10 years, we enjoyed the real estate market almost always trending upward. I would describe our career as mostly fun and rewarding. Over the past 18 months, we have witnessed … (6 comments)
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real living: Rewards matter... - 04/10/08 12:30 PM
If you can find a "Vocation" that is fun and rewarding, then "work" becomes an oxymoron...
Living in Florida for the past 10 years, we enjoyed the real estate market almost always trending upward. I would describe our career as mostly fun and rewarding. Over the past 18 months, we have witnessed … (0 comments)
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real living: Sunshine in Miami - 04/08/08 08:40 AM
What a great trip to Miami last week! Having never been, besides to rent a car and drive to Key West, I had no idea what to expect.Miami is a great example of what the media is doing to real estate. I totally expected a ghost town with a few lost soles … (0 comments)
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real living: As One Journey Ends, Another Door Always Opens! - 04/07/08 03:47 PM
It's Monday! Prior to starting a new work week, I wanted to share with everyone an announcement. As some you of may have read throughout my blog and website, I have been a Virtual Assistant/Specialist with REVA Teams, an online company owned and operated by Michael Russer, AKA Mr. Internet. It … (0 comments)
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real living: Qualify your customers.... - 04/02/08 07:54 AM
Why does the prospect of qualifying a buyer sound so uncomfortable? Over the past 5 years, our involvement with regards to qualifying has been discouraged by lenders because they had programs that were so diverse that only a mortgage professional should get involved... So looking back...that didn't turn out so well? … (4 comments)
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real living: Tips to Increase Your Home Value - 03/25/08 03:24 PM
Some of these tips you have heard before, and there is a reason.....they work! Curb Appeal! Make sure your home has it! Spring is here, so clean out the flower beds, pull old weeds, rake old leaves, Preen and Mulch!Use Color! Paint is cheap, but don't waste your money on sterile … (0 comments)
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real living: Spring Clean Your Home to Sell! - 03/25/08 03:03 PM
It's that time - Spring Cleaning! However if you are listing your home for sale, you really need to focus on Spring Cleaning, no matter what time of year it is. Here are a just a few tips to help you. Open all the blinds and curtains and let the sun … (0 comments)
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real living: Joyce & Terry Thomas - Their Focus is Clear - 03/25/08 02:55 PM
As an amateur photographer, when we list your home, we make sure the pictures of your home are professional. Too many times we see homes listed for sale with either NO photos, photos out of focus, photos that are too dark, or photos of something other than the room, like the family … (0 comments)
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real living: Price Your Home Right, Especially in Today's Market - 03/25/08 02:50 PM
This market is not one where we can do the "list it and see what happens". If you are serious about selling your home, make sure you price it right. As your Realtor, we can help you with that. Things to take into account are what comparable homes have sold for … (0 comments)
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real living: Signs of Housing Market Pickup - 03/25/08 02:45 PM
There are several signs of the housing market picking up. One is new jobs. New jobs create new homeowners. Historically one new homeowner is created for every two new jobs. Another is builders offering fewer concessions. When builders stop offering lower payments, interest rate buy downs, toasters, free appliances, etc., the … (0 comments)
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real living: FHA Loan Limit Increase Brings More Buyers to the Market! - 03/25/08 02:38 PM
The government has increased the FHA loan limits to $271,000! This is in hopes that the much higher loan limits will draw move-up buyers into the market since they will be able to get better loan terms. FHA loans typically require 3% down payment and the seller can contribute up to … (0 comments)
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real living: Anthem at Merrill Ranch in Florence Arizona - 03/22/08 04:57 PM
Anyone tired of the long winter season in Ohio....the gray skies, clouds, rain, freezing rain, and snow? Thinking about relocating to somewhere where there is over 300 days of sunshine…like Arizona? If so, we have the best place and best agent to help you. When thinking about places where home sales … (7 comments)
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real living: Building the very first Professional Real Estate Simulator...? - 03/19/08 06:31 AM
What a great idea...a Pilot has flight simulators, golfers have golf simulators, and even the army has combat simulators... I think after you decide to start your Real Estate career you should be able to plug in your "Wii" and see how you can actually do... Maybe we would have more … (9 comments)
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real living: Eating the Fat Frog... - 03/13/08 06:59 AM
I borrowed this expression from one the excellent Real Living Brokers in North Carolina, Scott Hoyt. It hit home to me...guilty as charged! We occasionally avoid eating the "fat frog", so regardless of how successful you are, or think you are, we all lose focus on the most important pieces of … (3 comments)
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real living: Integrity in Real Estate and Other Random Thoughts - 03/12/08 09:29 AM
Integrity in Real Estate. If you are a Realtor, it is in your code of ethics. If you are a good person it is in your DNA. I know that necessity is the number one motivating factor in human beings, but to lie to or cheat someone else to satisfy that need? … (3 comments)
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real living: Real Living Named Up and Coming Franchise - 03/09/08 07:08 PM
Real Living, Inc. was named one of the nation's fastest-growing residential real estate firms by Franchise Times. New to the ranking of the Up and Comeres list, Real Living was ranked 225 on the Franchise Times List of the nation's largest franchise systems based on worldwide sales and unit counts for … (1 comments)
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real living: Real Living Rocks! - 03/08/08 07:47 AM
If you are like me you love the real estate and mortgage business. The opportunities, the problems, the possibilities. I am very excited at what the next eight to 24 months brings our industry. The change will be phenomenal.What will it look like? In my opinion it is about the convergence of agents … (6 comments)
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real living: Decent Proposal... - 03/05/08 07:16 AM
I just asked a group of hard working agents... if I wanted you to sell a home or generate an offer today and have it accepted by this Friday, could you do it? Nobody raised their hands... What if I paid 1 million dollars to get this job done, how many … (9 comments)
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real living: Tipp City Real Estate - 02/24/08 07:58 AM
Tipp City Home Sales Statistics for 2007 from Joyce & Terry Thomas, Real Living, Tipp City. Check out the current statistics below. These statistics are pulled from Real Living's TrendGraphix which is exclusive to Real Living. The information is pulled directly from the Multiple Listing Service. For more detailed information regarding … (0 comments)
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real living: Tipp City Real Estate - 02/23/08 10:05 PM
Tipp City Home Sales Statistics for 2007 from Joyce & Terry Thomas, Real Living, Tipp City. For more detailed information regarding our home, please contact us at 937-623-9468 or www.thomasteam.info
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real living: Tipp City Home For Sale - 02/23/08 10:00 PM
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real living: Foreclosure? - 02/18/08 08:23 PM
Are you behind on your mortgage? Are you worried about losing your home? Are you worried about having a foreclosure on your record for the next 10 years?Do you need help FAST? We can help! We can help stop foreclosure regardless of your situation. Don't wait until it's too late. Call … (0 comments)
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real living: Design to Sell - 02/18/08 08:20 PM
Selling Your Home?
Is it Designed to Sell?
Did you know you only have 10 seconds to make that first impression when a buyer steps into your home? If you want to sell your home, your first impression needs to stand out!
Design savvy real estate agent Joyce Thomas knows what factors can … (0 comments)
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real living: For Sale By Owner - 02/18/08 08:17 PM
Time and Money - Those are what's important when you sell your home.
As realtors in your neighborhood, we talk to many people who want to sell their home "For Sale By Owner." Most often their concerns are time (I can sell it quicker myself) and money (I'll net more money without … (0 comments)
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