real estate agent: For all the DADs in the world, A poem from your child to you - 12/25/07 08:32 PM
My Daddy's Hand
Daddy, Take my hand in yours and you will plainly see,
How very much I need you now to love and care for me.
As my little hand grows, I will need you even more,
Everything I do in life, I have never done before.
Teach me … (3 comments)
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real estate agent: Time to Earn Back Respect for the Real Estate Industry - 12/25/07 04:41 PM
A short time ago, I was reading an article about a RE/Max office in Arizona with 350 agents that just closed its doors before Christmas. What really got to me was the awful comments that were allowed to be posted regarding the article. One person wrote "Excellent! Maybe they (the displaced … (8 comments)
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real estate agent: A Christmas Eve message to you and Your family - 12/24/07 05:22 PM
May you have a wonderful 2008 May you and Your
Everything you wish in your heart will become a Reality Your Family Have
Remember those that you love Have a Very Merry
Remind yourself how blessed your are to to share this day CHRISTMAS
You are unique and are one of … (3 comments)
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real estate agent: More Discussion on Commisions - 12/24/07 02:01 PM
Again, I start off and remind everyone that all commissions are negotiable. My purpose is to make it a win win situation for you and the seller.
Commissions are should NEVER be discussed until after the listing presentation is completed. Why? Because you have determined no Value yet. How can you discuss what … (2 comments)
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real estate agent: How To Beat The Discount Broker who offers Less Commission and Less Service - 12/24/07 01:51 PM
Before I get a lot of emails, I will start out and say that commissions are all negotiable. That said and done, you deserve to earn your full commission. Let me start out and define what a discount broker is. To me, a discount broker is someone that offers a lower … (11 comments)
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real estate agent: What if Everyday was Christmas? - 12/24/07 01:29 PM
Christmas is a day when we have the opportunity to be kids again. The family, the gifts, the sharing, the giving, the love. What if everyday was Christmas? What a wonderful life you would have.
On Christmas we forgive, Can't we forgive all year long?
On Christmas we tell those around us we … (2 comments)
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real estate agent: Learning about Real Estate in Germany - 12/24/07 09:38 AM
Good morning all........Happy Christmas eve morning. What a great time to express thankfulness for everything we have and everything we have experienced so far in our lives. The world is amazing to me - maybe I am just becoming so much more aware. This morning on My Space I have a … (1 comments)
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real estate agent: Prepare Your Seller For LOW BALL offers - 12/23/07 10:51 PM
Prepare Your Seller For LOW BALL offers. In todays Buyers market their is still a lot of buyers who will ask permission from your seller to steal their home. They don't come out and say " Can I steal your home" they just have their agent write it in a purchase … (5 comments)
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real estate agent: Start Door Knocking in Your farm - 12/23/07 10:41 PM
The easiest way to dominate in your farm area is to introduce yourself.
This is what worked for me and might work for you.
Step 1. I got a list from my title rep of the names and addresses of all the home owners in my Farm area.
Step 2. I walked … (11 comments)
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real estate agent: Your Lack of Follow Up Killed the Opportunity to earn my Business - 12/23/07 10:15 PM
I have two duplexes in Arkansas that I needed to sell. Being new to Active Rain, I asked for a referral of an agent that knew the area and might be interested in listing my homes. I posted this referral on Active rain.
In the request for an agent that can list … (2 comments)
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real estate agent: 2007 In Review - 12/23/07 09:58 PM
Soon 2007 will be over. It is what I call a canceled check. It is done and over with. We learned a lot on 2007 and hopefully we learned some valuable lessons.
Ask yourself three questions.
1. What went right
2. What went wrong
3. What did I learn from the experience
With everything in life, … (2 comments)
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real estate agent: Succeed in 2008 by focusing on the 80/20 Rule - 12/23/07 09:32 PM
We probably have all heard about Pareto's 80/20 rule which states that 80% of your business comes from 20% of your customers. In addition, 80% of your results come from 20% of your actions.
In Real estate you need to know where that 20% is. Stop confusing activity with Productivity. Find out … (0 comments)
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real estate agent: Five Great Financial Websites For Kids - 12/23/07 09:15 PM
I was holding my grand daughter who turned 5 months old today and asked what her plans were for retiring and financial independence. She just looked at me, smiled, grunted and demanded her bottle.
When do you have discussions about finances with your children? It can never be too soon. At the … (1 comments)
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real estate agent: Would you rather invest $1.00 or .65 cents? I am willing to bet you invest .65cents - 12/23/07 07:43 PM
If your like most Americans you get your commission check or paycheck, Pay your mortgage or rent, pay your expenses ( Don't forget to pay yourself first ) an then maybe invest. But why invest with .65 cents when you could invest with a dollar.
Here's what I mean. You should be maxing … (3 comments)
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real estate agent: I can coach you to become Rich, But first I need to coach you to Become - 12/23/07 07:29 PM
financially independent. Before I can teach you to become financially independent, I need to teach you how to invest properly. Before I can do that I need to coach you how to save.
Before I can coach you how to save, I need you to open a savings account. Can you do … (5 comments)
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real estate agent: Hope For The best , Prepare for the Worst - 12/23/07 12:05 PM
If we learned anything at all in 2007 is that we need to hope for the best and prepare for the worst. We all know that it will rain someday.
We all have rainy days and when the rain comes, CASH IS KING.
So prepare for your retirement, save for your investments, put … (2 comments)
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real estate agent: Cancel any New Years Resolutions - 12/23/07 12:00 PM
If your like most people and you probably are, you either say your going to have New Year Resolution or you've said them so many times before and broke them that you don't even bother to say them-at all.
A New Years resolution is like going on a diet. It makes us … (4 comments)
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real estate agent: THAT DAMN DOG BIT ME - 12/22/07 09:27 PM
I remember previewing homes for a client. I was going to take a look in the backyard and as I opened the sliding glass door, the little dog jumped up and took a bite out of my thigh. I was wearing shorts and the dog drew a little blood.
This little dog … (7 comments)
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real estate agent: Back Up, Your only the agent, My buyer is making an offer on your sellers home not yours - 12/22/07 08:54 PM
It's a Buyers market, and many sellers are grateful to receive a showing let alone an offer. The investor had made three similar offers and went into escrow on all three.
This one agent wrote Rejected on the purchase offer and faxed it back. Now, As I recall, it is the seller that … (9 comments)
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real estate agent: NEVER assume the other real estate agent is doing their job! - 12/22/07 04:06 PM
As a real estate agent, you should NEVER assume the agent on the other side of the transaction is doing their job! That is the advice that was given to me by a top producer, when I was new to the business. It is one of the best pieces of advice … (13 comments)
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real estate agent: The Current Market of Cambridge Grove in Huntersville - 12/22/07 03:12 PM
Cambridge Grove is a relatively small neighborhood in Huntersville, with approximately 275 homes that were built in large part from the mid 90's until 2003. Cambridge Grove offers a club house, playground, pool, recreation area, and tennis courts. It is also located within walking distance to shopping and dining. This community is within a mile … (1 comments)
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real estate agent: When Does $.097 cents turn you on - 12/22/07 10:57 AM
Positive news. The biggest thing(struggle ) I will be changing with myself this coming year is the constant negative self-talk to myself and how I interpret situations. I want to start with my bank statement: Here is today's balance and my new reaction:
This is straight from my on-line statement.My new interpretation … (4 comments)
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real estate agent: Live in Redding, Shasta County California and Enjoy a Lifestyle of Abundance! ~ We've Got That "Loving Feeling"! - 12/22/07 10:42 AM
Live in Redding, Shasta County California and Enjoy a Lifestyle of Abundance! ~ We've Got That "Loving Feeling"!
We've got that "loving feeling" here in Redding and Shasta County California. We love our beautiful city and the haven of diverse beauty it offers. River community, ranch lands, three mountain ranges, recreational … (6 comments)
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real estate agent: Crescent City House for Sale, Nice Size Corner Lot Near Ocean, 3bedrooms, 1baths, PRIVATE DRIVE - 12/22/07 03:07 AM
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real estate agent: Why the dip in housing starts and permits is actually a good thing - 12/22/07 01:26 AM
December 19, 2007
When I heard on the news yesterday that housing construction starts had fallen in November – down 3.7% across the U.S. from October and off 24% from November of last year – I was happy. That’s right. The dip in housing construction starts and permits is actually … (3 comments)
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real estate agent: Forest Hill Homes for Sale, (Maryland - 21050) Monthly Real Estate Values Report - November 2007 - 12/21/07 05:38 PM
(November 1, 2007 - November 30, 2007)
Here is your monthly report for local Real Estate Activity in Forest Hill, Maryland (21050)
TOTAL SOLD DOLLAR VOLUME = $4,800,400AVERAGE SOLD PRICE = $320,027AVERAGE LIST PRICE FOR SOLDS = $338,493TOTAL UNITS SOLD = 15AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET = 95AVERAGE SALE PRICE % OF LIST PRICE = … (1 comments)
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real estate agent: Edgewood Homes for Sale, (Maryland - 21040 Monthly Real Estate Report - November 2007 - 12/21/07 05:32 PM
(November 1, 2007 - November 30, 2007)
Here is your monthly report for local Real Estate Activity in Edgewood, Maryland (21040)
TOTAL SOLD DOLLAR VOLUME = $3,297,105AVERAGE SOLD PRICE = $164,855AVERAGE LIST PRICE FOR SOLDS = $170,865TOTAL UNITS SOLD = 20AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET = 72AVERAGE SALE PRICE % OF LIST PRICE = 96.48%TOTAL … (0 comments)
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real estate agent: Joppa Homes for Sale, (Maryland - 21085) Monthly Real Estate Report - November 2007 - 12/21/07 05:28 PM
(November 1, 2007 - November 30, 2007)
Here is your monthly report for local Real Estate Activity in Joppa, Maryland (21085)
TOTAL SOLD DOLLAR VOLUME = $2,538,851AVERAGE SOLD PRICE = $282,095AVERAGE LIST PRICE FOR SOLDS = $299,017TOTAL UNITS SOLD = 9AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET = 79AVERAGE SALE PRICE % OF LIST PRICE = 94.34%TOTAL … (0 comments)
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real estate agent: Bel Air Homes for Sale, (Maryland - 21015) Monthly Real Estate Report - November 2007 - 12/21/07 05:23 PM
(November 1, 2007 - November 30, 2007)
Here is your monthly report for local Real Estate Activity in Bel Air, Maryland (21015)
TOTAL SOLD DOLLAR VOLUME = $8,035,700AVERAGE SOLD PRICE = $321,428AVERAGE LIST PRICE FOR SOLDS = $347,284TOTAL UNITS SOLD = 25AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET = 128AVERAGE SALE PRICE % OF LIST PRICE = … (0 comments)
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real estate agent: Bel Air Homes for Sale, (Maryland - 21014) Monthly Real Estate Report - November 2007 - 12/21/07 05:18 PM
(November 1, 2007 - November 30, 2007)
Here is your monthly report for local Real Estate Activity in Bel Air, Maryland (21014)
TOTAL SOLD DOLLAR VOLUME = $8,214,300AVERAGE SOLD PRICE = $273,810AVERAGE LIST PRICE FOR SOLDS = $296,023TOTAL UNITS SOLD = 30AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET = 127AVERAGE SALE PRICE % OF LIST PRICE = … (0 comments)
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real estate agent: Belcamp Homes for Sale, (Maryland - 21017) Monthly Real Estate Values Report - 12/21/07 05:14 PM
(November 1, 2007 - November 30, 2007)
Here is your monthly report for local Real Estate Activity in Belcamp, Maryland (21017)
TOTAL SOLD DOLLAR VOLUME = $1,283,950AVERAGE SOLD PRICE = $160,494AVERAGE LIST PRICE FOR SOLDS = $167,450TOTAL UNITS SOLD = 8AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET = 113AVERAGE SALE PRICE % OF LIST PRICE = 95.85%TOTAL … (0 comments)
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real estate agent: Aberdeen Homes for Sale, (Maryland - 21001) Monthly Real Estate Values Report - November 2007 - 12/21/07 05:03 PM
(November 1, 2007 - November 30, 2007)
Here is your monthly report for local Real Estate Activity in Aberdeen, Maryland (21001)
TOTAL SOLD DOLLAR VOLUME = $3,849,200AVERAGE SOLD PRICE = $213,844AVERAGE LIST PRICE FOR SOLDS = $249,244TOTAL UNITS SOLD = 18AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET = 107AVERAGE SALE PRICE % OF LIST PRICE = 85.80%TOTAL … (0 comments)
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real estate agent: Abingdon Homes for Sale, (Maryland 21009) Monthly Real Estate Report - November 2007 - 12/21/07 04:58 PM
(November 1, 2007 - November 30, 2007)
Here is your monthly report for local Real Estate Activity in Abingdon, Maryland (21009)
TOTAL SOLD DOLLAR VOLUME = $8,596,640AVERAGE SOLD PRICE = $268,645AVERAGE LIST PRICE FOR SOLDS = $288,512TOTAL UNITS SOLD = 32AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET = 100AVERAGE SALE PRICE % OF LIST PRICE = 93.11%TOTAL … (0 comments)
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real estate agent: TAX BREAK FOR MORTGAGE DEBT FORGIVENESS - 12/21/07 11:17 AM
TAX BREAK FOR MORTGAGE DEBT FORGIVENESS
President Bush signed into law today a new measure giving tax breaks to homeowners who have mortgage debt forgiven. Under preexisting law, the debt forgiven by a lender, such as for short sales and refinances, was generally taxable to the borrower as debt discharge income. With … (2 comments)
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real estate agent: The Magic of a Mentor - 12/21/07 12:52 AM
"When the student is ready, the teacher will appear."
I was thinking about the importance of a having a mentor in anything that I've ever done during the course of my life. Anytime that I've taken a step into some area where I was unfamiliar whether it was learning a new sport, … (7 comments)
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real estate agent: How to Get Your Buyer in Escrow in 1/2 the time - 12/20/07 11:34 PM
To get your buyer into escrow faster and to create a bond of committment between you both, this excercise will help. Ask your buyer to sit down and take a leap of faith with you. Have them close their eyes and pretend they are in your car driving around looking for … (2 comments)
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real estate agent: How many times have you had to babysit an incompetent agent" - 12/20/07 10:57 PM
Lets be frank, most agents in our industry are competent and professional. It's the ones that don't know how to complete a purchase offer that gets me thinking of the word FUBAR.
If its screwed up in the beginning, It will be screwed up in the middle and in the end. Usually … (6 comments)
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real estate agent: If you lost $30,000 and I found it, would you give me $5,000? - 12/20/07 10:46 PM
What if you had no chance of getting that money at all, would you give me more? What if I had a system to find someone that would pay more for your home, would you give me my full commission?
What if you were going to give too much away in counter … (2 comments)
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real estate agent: How does Active Rain Make A Profit? - 12/20/07 10:37 PM
Now don't get me wrong, I am not asking to be charged, however I do believe that if you bring value to someone, it is fair to be compensated for the value. Actually you should be compensated in proportion to hopw much value you bring.
Does anyone know how active rain creates … (6 comments)
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real estate agent: PONCIANA ISLAND TOWN HOMES- FORESCLOSURE SHORT SALE- WHAT A DEAL!!! LETS MAKE AN OFFER AT $470000 - I'LL WORK IT-TOTALLY REMODELLED UNIT WITH DIRECT WATER VIEW AND BOAT DOCK!!! SUNNY ISLES REAL ESTATE ACROSS FROM THE BEACH! - 12/20/07 07:34 PM
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real estate agent: Do you want to get a HEAD START for 2008? - 12/20/07 05:49 PM
We are getting closer and closer to christmas and then there is New Years Day. The world is focused on the holidays and so is 99% of the agents.
Come January, probably mid January agents will start to think about marketing, their sphere of influence and creating a business plan, if … (2 comments)
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real estate agent: Was Your Day well Spent? - 12/20/07 03:04 PM
If you planted hope today in a hopeless heart, Your day was well spent.
If someones burden was lighter because you did your part, Your day was well spent.
If you caused a laugh or a simple smile or two. Your day was well spent.
If tonight your name was mentioned when someone knelt to … (2 comments)
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real estate agent: The Driscoll Team - 12/20/07 03:01 PM
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real estate agent: Do You Have Joy In Your Life? - 12/20/07 11:51 AM
The Purpose of Life is Joy. The purpose of life is Fulfillment. If you fulfill what you were put on this planet to do, you will find Joy.
Whether it is to be a great person, a loving spouse, a teacher, a mentor, you can live Joy.
Joy is not something you find … (0 comments)
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real estate agent: Is it really "so easy" to sell a house? - 12/20/07 01:05 AM
December 17, 2007 I came across an interesting discussion yesterday, in response to an article in the Arizona Daily Star, “Real estate agents strive to cope in slow market.” One commenter said, “The only advantage an agent adds to the process is the ability to use the Multiple Listing Service. … (0 comments)
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real estate agent: Subprime rate freeze: who will it help? - 12/20/07 01:04 AM
December 14, 2007
Last week, the Bush Administration, mortgage lenders, and investors together agreed on a plan to freeze certain subprime rates for 5 years. The negotiations, between Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson, and mortgage industry executives, came in the face of 2 million looming mortgage adjustments.
The plan, proponents say, … (0 comments)
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real estate agent: Hire a Realtor - 12/19/07 09:08 PM
Not too long ago, Leslie Stahl did a story on For Sale by Owner websites vs. traditional brokerages. She had a very cute couple relate their success story in selling their own home themselves. On the other side was a disheveled, harried, worried looking Realtor®. Probably scared Leslie was going to … (0 comments)
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real estate agent: The Campaign Trail - 12/19/07 01:46 PM
Doing what the politicians do. That means getting out there on the campaign trail and getting votes! That is exactly what I want potential prospects to do! I want them to vote for me!
In 1980 there were 761,000 Realtors, in 2000 there were 766,000 and in 2005 it nearly tripled and … (25 comments)
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real estate agent: Sample letter: To lender requesting help to avoid foreclosure - 12/19/07 01:13 PM
Ways to reach out to the lender and possibly help yourself.......
The best advice anyone that anyone that is in trouble with their mortgage can get is to contact your lender. Do your homework first and then give them a call and let them know that you are having problems with payment … (5 comments)
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real estate agent: Not All Sellers Are Motivated - 12/19/07 12:33 AM
Earlier today I presented an offer for one of my buyers on a condo just outside of our planned community.
After pulling the comparable sales in that complex and a couple of neighboring properties of the same construction we determined the asking price was higher than what it should appraise for. My … (35 comments)
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real estate agent: Lake Mary Florida in Seminole County, Central Florida, Near Orlando - 12/18/07 03:47 PM
Lake Mary Florida in Seminole County, Central Florida, Near Orlando by: Christopher Lake Mary & Orlando Florida Real Estate - Homes, Townhomes & Condos
Situated between Sanford, Longwood and Casselberry in Seminole County, Lake Mary is one of the fastest growing cities in Central Florida and is a very aesthetic, upscale … (1 comments)
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real estate agent: MIRAMAR-PEMBROKE PINES REAL ESTATE - TRILOGY - 12610 SW 18 ST Miramar FL, 33027 - $349,000 - 12/18/07 01:31 PM
List Price: ML#: F8885685000 Homeowners Fee: $ 50.00 / Monthly
Address: 12610 SW 18 ST Miramar FL, 33027 Subdivision: TRILOGY Area: 3190 Beds: 4 Baths: 2 / 0 Year Built: 1994 $349,000 Garage: 2 Sqft LA: 2,242 Sqft TA: 2,650 Pool: No Waterfront: Yes / Lake Front Courtesy Of: … (0 comments)
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real estate agent: DO YOU HAVE FLAT WORLD THINKING? - 12/18/07 12:30 PM
FLAT WORLD THINKING Our limiting thoughts keep us where we are, keep us sabotaging ourselves - keep us from achieving our goals. Let me give you an example: What was going on in the world in 1491?
We all know what happened in 1492 - but more importantly, what … (5 comments)
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real estate agent: It's a great Time to Buy - 12/18/07 09:05 AM
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real estate agent: The Glamorous Real Estate Life! - 12/17/07 10:27 PM
The glamorous life of a REALTOR®. On come on. You know our lives are glamorous. Let's face it. All we real estate agents do is drive around in our SUVs with our magnetic riders on the sides, or in my case, my stenciled name, cell phone number, brokerage and web site … (18 comments)
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real estate agent: Affirmations that Can change your life - 12/17/07 01:33 AM
I was at a Success Seminar in 2003 and saved these Affirmatin and declarations. I thought I would shar ethem with you. They were from a Millionaire Mind seminar held by Harv Eker
I am an excellent money manager
I always pay myself first
I put money into my financial freedom fund every day
My money … (4 comments)
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real estate agent: Can You Define Your Core Values? Take This simple test - 12/16/07 11:30 PM
Scenario APicture a thick, banded-steel cable about 2 feet in circumference and 100 feet long, stretched out across the floor. You are standing at one end, and I'm on the other. I call out to you, "I'll give you $100 if you can step onto the cable and walk across it … (2 comments)
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real estate agent: How to Work with Buyers - 12/16/07 11:03 PM
When working with buyers, you need to find out why they are buying. Experts from Corporate America have found that we all purchase for one of the reasons listed below. Find your buyers reason and you have the sale.
Do this experiment with your buyer. Ask them to take a leap of … (0 comments)
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real estate agent: Invite your Sphere of Influence to Tea - 12/16/07 10:54 PM
Spend a day at the office. Reserve the conference room for a day and invite five or six past clients or potential clients for some tea and cookies.
Allow about an hour for each visit, this gives you a chance to drink, and discuss real estate. Whether they are buying, selling, … (3 comments)
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real estate agent: Is your marketing outdated and Boring? - 12/16/07 10:50 PM
You should be thinking about marketing all the time. Not just quarterly, not just monthly, not just weekly, but every single day.
It's often said that doing anything for 21 days in a row will eventually turn into a habit for you. And a marketing habit is a great thing for … (0 comments)
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real estate agent: 80 Things You can tell a Client that you do - 12/16/07 10:41 PM
1. Research tax records to verify full and complete legal information is available to prospective buyers and buyer's agents on MLS printout.
2. Provide Home Audit to suggest constructive changes to your home to make it more appealing, to show exceptionally well and help it to yield the greatest possible price … (5 comments)
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real estate agent: Active Rain Members, Lets Get high - 12/16/07 10:16 PM
Natural Highs It Does Make You Feel Good! 1. Falling in love. 2. Laughing so hard your face hurts. 3. A hot shower. 4. No lines at the supermarket. 5. A special glance. 6. Getting mail. 7. Taking a drive on a pretty road. 8. Hearing your favorite song on the radio. … (4 comments)
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real estate agent: I have an Addiction to Chocolate :) Am I alone? - 12/16/07 10:07 PM
I had to ask myself if I had an addiction to chocolate or just liked it very very much. My wife put out chocolate kisses throughout the house. She said they were for friends that might like a little sweet when they visited, but deep down I know she wanted me … (9 comments)
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real estate agent: A Letter From The Heart - 12/16/07 07:42 PM
The journey begins, with the decision that you will have more in your life. The journey begins that your goals will be accomplished and your dreams will become a reality. We live in one of the richest countries in the worl d. We have abundance and opportunity surrounding us, yet most … (1 comments)
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real estate agent: If you Think It's too late for you. Let's make sure its not too late for the kids - 12/16/07 06:53 PM
If you Think It's too late for you. Let's make sure its not too late for the kids. Let's teach them the disciplines for Success.
Here are some Ideas"
1. Teach them to buy a house
2. Teach them the perils of credit Card debt
3. Teach them to Tithe
4. Teach them what you did … (4 comments)
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real estate agent: Lets Celebrate our Pets , Do you have a Picture of your pet? Show em off ;) - 12/16/07 06:41 PM
This is my dog Wishbone. He's a seven year old Beagel. His specialty is sleeping , eating, and snoring. I actually used this picture on my business card when I was selliing real estate. I can't tell you how much business I received because I am a dog lover :)
I'd love … (9 comments)
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real estate agent: Double Your Sphere of Influence in 2008 - 12/16/07 05:34 PM
What if Ican show you a way to add 365 people to your sphere of influence in the next twelve months. How many of you would love to have 365 people that kow you , like you, and will refer others to you?
365 people is easy to do. The problem is, … (2 comments)
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real estate agent: My Lear Jet will take you anywhere in the world. Can you Be Ready by 5:00pm? - 12/16/07 05:22 PM
What if I told you I had two all expense paid first class tickets anywhere in the world and you will be chauffeured to your jet to stay at the finest hotels drink champagne and dine only at five star restaurants? You can even have dessert twice. Could you be ready … (1 comments)
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real estate agent: Does Keller Williams System Work? - 12/16/07 05:06 PM
It has been a little while since I shared the system in a training class but if I recall the system is this:
8x8 and 33 Touch which results in 24/2 and 50:1
This is what I understand. When you meet someone for the first time, they go into your sphere of influence. … (9 comments)
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real estate agent: OBSERVATIONS THAT MAY HAVE A FINANCIAL IMPACT - 12/16/07 02:06 PM
Three valuable observations in real estate that I would like you consider, if you are looking at homes in the Rhinebeck, Red Hook, and Millbrook NY vicinity. One is to start your search with homes which are listed slightly over your price point. Why, simply the majority of the homes are … (1 comments)
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real estate agent: Filling Your Emotional Tank - 12/16/07 11:51 AM
First let me tell ya this is not a blog written by Dr. Phil. But I've learned that real estate takes a lot of emotional energy. As a small business person I live by my emotions. You need a lot of emotional intelligence to be able to read a client through … (15 comments)
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real estate agent: Create a marketing plan for 2008 that is a no Brainer - 12/16/07 09:44 AM
36 Items to send to your sphere of Influence and farm areas. The key to marketing is consistency. Plan ahead and make it a no brainer marketing program. You can download my worksheet " What to send to your Farm and Sphere of Influence by going tp http://www.brettnoel.com/. It's Free
Brett Noel
California's … (5 comments)
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real estate agent: Just a Reminder: Are you worth at least $20.00 - 12/16/07 09:28 AM
$20.00
Sometimes we just need to be reminded!
A well-known speaker started off his seminar by: holding up a $20.00 bill. In the room of 200, he asked, "Who would like this $20 bill?" Hands started going up. He said, "I am going to give this $20 to one of you but … (3 comments)
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real estate agent: Where did your business come in 2007? - 12/16/07 09:19 AM
Before you create your marketing plan for 2008 it will be vital for you to determine where your business came from in 2007. You might be surprised that most of it came from your sphere of influence.
An even greater surprise is that you neglected your sphere of influence and could have … (3 comments)
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real estate agent: Middle River, Maryland, Real Estate (21220) Monthly Home Sales Market Report - November 2007 - 12/15/07 08:21 PM
(November 1, 2007 - November 30, 2007)
Here is your monthly report for local Real Estate Activity in Middle River, Maryland (21220)
TOTAL SOLD DOLLAR VOLUME = $5,435,220AVERAGE SOLD PRICE = $236,314AVERAGE LIST PRICE FOR SOLDS = $260,141TOTAL UNITS SOLD = 23AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET = 90AVERAGE SALE PRICE % OF LIST PRICE = … (0 comments)
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real estate agent: Kingsville, Maryland, Real Estate (21087) Monthly Home Sales Market Report - November 2007 - 12/15/07 08:16 PM
(November 1, 2007 - November 30, 2007)
Here is your monthly report for local Real Estate Activity in Kingsville, Maryland (21087)
TOTAL SOLD DOLLAR VOLUME = $380,000AVERAGE SOLD PRICE = $380,000AVERAGE LIST PRICE FOR SOLDS = $399,900TOTAL UNITS SOLD = 1AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET = 137AVERAGE SALE PRICE % OF LIST PRICE = 95.02%TOTAL … (0 comments)
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real estate agent: Towson, Maryland, Real Estate (21286) Monthly Home Sales Market Report - November 2007 - 12/15/07 08:12 PM
(November 1, 2007 - November 30, 2007)
Here is your monthly report for local Real Estate Activity in Towson, Maryland (21286)
TOTAL SOLD DOLLAR VOLUME = $5,422,100AVERAGE SOLD PRICE = $387,293AVERAGE LIST PRICE FOR SOLDS = $412,979TOTAL UNITS SOLD = 14AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET = 72AVERAGE SALE PRICE % OF LIST PRICE = 93.78%TOTAL … (0 comments)
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real estate agent: White Marsh, Maryland, Real Estate (21162) Monthly Home Sales Market Report - November 2007 - 12/15/07 08:08 PM
(November 1, 2007 - November 30, 2007)
Here is your monthly report for local Real Estate Activity in White Marsh, Maryland (21162)
TOTAL SOLD DOLLAR VOLUME = $1,412,652AVERAGE SOLD PRICE = $470,884AVERAGE LIST PRICE FOR SOLDS = $518,300TOTAL UNITS SOLD = 3AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET = 279AVERAGE SALE PRICE % OF LIST PRICE = … (0 comments)
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real estate agent: Rosedale, Maryland, Real Estate (21237) Monthly Home Sales Market Report - November 2007 - 12/15/07 08:02 PM
(November 1, 2007 - November 30, 2007)
Here is your monthly report for local Real Estate Activity in Rosedale, Maryland (21237)
TOTAL SOLD DOLLAR VOLUME = $4,499,500AVERAGE SOLD PRICE = $236,816AVERAGE LIST PRICE FOR SOLDS = $253,347TOTAL UNITS SOLD = 19AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET = 69AVERAGE SALE PRICE % OF LIST PRICE = 93.47%TOTAL … (0 comments)
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real estate agent: Parkville, Maryland, Real Estate (21234) Monthly Home Sales Market Report - November 2007 - 12/15/07 07:58 PM
(November 1, 2007 - November 30, 2007)
Here is your monthly report for local Real Estate Activity in Parkville, Maryland (21234)
TOTAL SOLD DOLLAR VOLUME = $13,863,400AVERAGE SOLD PRICE = $227,269AVERAGE LIST PRICE FOR SOLDS = $241,879TOTAL UNITS SOLD = 61AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET = 81AVERAGE SALE PRICE % OF LIST PRICE = 93.96%TOTAL … (0 comments)
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real estate agent: Nottingham, Maryland, Real Estate (21236) Monthly Home Sales Market Report - November 2007 - 12/15/07 07:53 PM
(November 1, 2007 - November 30, 2007)
Here is your monthly report for local Real Estate Activity in Nottingham, Maryland (21236)
TOTAL SOLD DOLLAR VOLUME = $8,227,519AVERAGE SOLD PRICE = $274,251AVERAGE LIST PRICE FOR SOLDS = $295,110TOTAL UNITS SOLD = 30AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET = 81AVERAGE SALE PRICE % OF LIST PRICE = 92.93%TOTAL … (0 comments)
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real estate agent: Perry Hall, Maryland, Real Estate (21128) Monthly Home Sales Market Report - November 2007 - 12/15/07 07:49 PM
(November 1, 2007 - November 30, 2007)
Here is your monthly report for local Real Estate Activity in Perry Hall, Maryland (21128)
TOTAL SOLD DOLLAR VOLUME = $4,750,818AVERAGE SOLD PRICE = $316,721AVERAGE LIST PRICE FOR SOLDS = $335,099TOTAL UNITS SOLD = 15AVERAGE DAYS ON MARKET = 131AVERAGE SALE PRICE % OF LIST PRICE = … (0 comments)
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real estate agent: Managing your emotions when times are tough Part 1 - 12/15/07 05:17 PM
I believe there are three major points to help manage ones emotions when times are tough. This first blog discusses the first major point. Look for the next point in my next blog.
First is faith. Your faith must be stronger than your fears. One definition of faith is the evidence … (6 comments)
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real estate agent: DO NOT SAVE MONEY FOR A RAINY DAY, and DO NOT TEACH YOUR KIDS TO SAVE MONEY FOR A RAINY DAY - 12/15/07 12:35 PM
What do you get when you save money for a rainy day? You get Rainy days. You actually create events into your life to create that day where you will have to deplete your savings. Your thoughts go to your subconscious and you begin the process for catastrophe.
Save for financial Freedom.
You might start … (15 comments)
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real estate agent: ARE YOU TEACHING YOUR KIDS TO FILE BANKRUPTCY? - 12/15/07 11:17 AM
18-24 year olds represent the fastest growing age group filing for bankruptcy. How could this happen? Another group of statistics gives insight...
80% of parents believe their children are being taught personal finances at school. 90% of high school students say that whatever they learned about money they learned from their parents. … (7 comments)
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real estate agent: Feel the Fear...and Like It! - 12/14/07 11:34 PM
I just got back a couple of weeks ago from Las Vegas where I attended a seminar with motivational speaker Marshall Sylver called The Next Level and while reflecting on what I did during that five day period I would have to agree that the title of the event is appropriate. … (3 comments)
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real estate agent: Life is about Finding your Purpose - 12/14/07 12:01 PM
You are here to live a life of meaning and happiness. You are on this planet to do great things, to be the best person you can be, to live a life of fulfillment.
You don't find fulfillment you actually live it. Its not just the new job, the new car, the … (1 comments)
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real estate agent: Buyers do need to know how the rules are played - 12/13/07 10:53 PM
An agent called me today upset, This agent had a twenty year friend show her properties. One property he liked and had the agent comp it out for her. The agent did. The next day the buyer contacted the lender which worked in the agents office and asked for a pre-qual … (7 comments)
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real estate agent: Bank Owned Foreclosed Properties are Getting Multiple Offers - 12/13/07 10:41 PM
In a recent interview with several agents that I coach, I am hearing that Bank owned properties here in California are getting multiple offers. Some as many as seven offers.
Seems the pent up demand for buyers who are making a decision to purchase is breakng through.
Are you seeing the same result … (5 comments)
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real estate agent: When a Buyer says "Should I BUY" - 12/13/07 10:33 PM
Interest Rates are at an all time Low, The dollar is weak and a lot of foreign investors are snapping up properties, Property Values have dropped 25-30% and more in other areas. Lenders are offering 30 and forty year amortization loans. Bank owned properties are getting multiple offers.
HOW MUCH MORE CAN … (0 comments)
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real estate agent: There are 3 Ways to make Money - 12/13/07 10:26 PM
Trading Time for Money. 96% of the population trade time for money. Whenever you accept a job with an hourly rate or salary, you have just limited your worth. There is only so much money you can make in a day.
Money earning Money. 3% of the population earn a living this … (2 comments)
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real estate agent: A & R BROKERAGE FIRM - 12/13/07 06:35 PM
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real estate agent: REAL ESTATE COMPANY IN DORAL - 12/13/07 06:33 PM
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Our Real Estate Company is dedicated to serve our customer offering a high standard service.
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real estate agent: Can I Borrow $25.00, A story of a man and his boy - 12/13/07 12:40 AM
Can I borrow $25?A man came home from work late, tired and irritated, to find his 5-yearold son waiting for him at the door.SON: 'Daddy, may I ask you a question?'DAD: 'Yeah sure, what is it?' replied the man.SON: 'Daddy, how much do you make an hour?'DAD: 'That's none of your … (8 comments)
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real estate agent: 5 Secrets Tips For Avoiding the Wrong Choice in Your 2008 Real Estate Career! - 12/12/07 07:11 PM
It's getting to be that time of year again. You know when the shopping starts and we begin to get the itch to preview the latest offerings. We start researching to get the best deals. Sometimes, it's on-line, but more frequently, it's a visit. NO, I'm not talking about Christmas, I'm … (26 comments)
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real estate agent: If you live to 65 chances are you will make it to 92 - 12/12/07 12:57 PM
We know people are living longer, but how much longer. They say the average age is seventy eight but here is some interesting statistics.
If you live to the age of 65 there is a 25% chance you will live to 92. if you are married, you get an additional five years … (3 comments)
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real estate agent: The Coachella Valley - How About a Population Break Down for Starters? - 12/12/07 09:16 AM
Most buyers of real estate looking to invest in their home or secondary residence in the Coachella Valley do not understand that what they really need is not just a Real Estate Agent, rather they need a consultant who understands the Valley here. And believe me there is a lot to … (1 comments)
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real estate agent: Let's Get Active Rain Membership up to 100,000 and here's how and why - 12/11/07 04:11 PM
When I joined Active Rain it had about 50,000 members and now has 61,246. No doubt a great push of agents referring other agents.
Lets take it a step further. Why don't we all send an email to our sphere of influence. Our entire database. Let them know that it is critical … (2 comments)
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real estate agent: Know your worth! - 12/11/07 03:27 PM
Many people are so desperate in my area to make money that they are willing to sacrifice their commission for the clients. Is that a good thing or bad thing? You decide. My approach to this is that I am worth at least 3% for a commission for the service that … (9 comments)
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real estate agent: David "The Diamond' Oswald to host Short Sale Seminar Dec. 13, 2007 - 12/11/07 01:46 PM
Press Release
BUY ALL OF THE HOUSES YOU WANT WITH OUT EVER USING YOUR OWN CREDIT!!!
Learn the best kept secrets in Creative Real Estate Investing!
Real Estate Investors and those who want to pick up a great deal on foreclosed property!
David "The Diamond" Oswald, Founder of Rivers of Income LLC will be conducting … (1 comments)
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