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I attended my daughter's last choir concert at Lakeview Middle School yesterday. It was called "Lakeview Live! A Showcase of Broadway Musicals." It was a bitter sweet occasion for me because my youngest child is going to high school next year and it is likely the last time I will be … (8 comments)
Don't Get Left Behind in The Dust!
Sorry, Blog deleted due to possible legal action from filing a complaint against an agent. If filing a complaint against a person can open the door for them to come after you legally, what use is the system in place for the Real Estate Commision.
Who has the best answer to the question, "How should you communicate with Internet prospects?"
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The Charlottesville Albemarle Association of Realtors, the Blue Ridge Builders Association, and The Piedmont Housing Alliance have teamed up to offer the Affordable Again program designed to educate first time home buyers and their Realtors about available programs and opportunities to help them own a home. A first time home buyer … (0 comments)
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May 20th 2008 Productivity mind whispers from an experienced agent.
Come an build a custom home in one of our lots in Sandy Springs GA, we have several lots for you to choose from to build your custom home. Custom Building Group LLC of Sandy Springs is a prestige home builder in Sandy Springs and Atlanta GA. We have several lots in … (0 comments)
Part of my recruiting campaign, I send out eflyers to Realtors in my area every month. I received an email today from a Realtor, the email wrote, "REMOVE ME FROM YOUR DAMN MAILING LIST! I AM NOT INTERESTED IN YOUR COMPANY!"(emphasis added) So, I emailed him back to apologise for upsetting … (22 comments)
A lot of serious doubts have been voiced here about the choice of AR star Patricia Kennedy as an Apprentice in the Makeover2Takeover contest. My Apprentice, that is.
I have found recently that more often than not buyers think the two are one and the same. But the reality is that they have very different meanings and obligations. If I ask you these questions, what do you think the correct answer would be?
You see them everwhere...
Industry leader ProspectsPLUS! unveiled a new look for its popular newsletter in this month's SupportPLUS! update.
LOOKING for MORE THAN CASH, (at your yard or garage sale?)
Foreclosure Homes / Short Sale Homes Report 
gh in the hills of Yorba Linda you can live above it all and make Chino Hills State Park your back yard. Miles and miles of hiking trails lie just beyond your back fence. Not only does this home provide one of Yorba Linda s best locations, it also provides an … (0 comments)
I read a post on what people do for customers and clients in their "FREE TIME", and it got me thinking time is not free it is expensive and can't be gotten back EVER. 
This is something I have always strived to do throughout my real estate carreer.... I have always worked within the residential commercial realm. Multi family was 100% of my business. With that being said, when I was presented with the idea of selling BULK REOs my thought was this is right … (0 comments)
Below are some photos of an owner staged property after receiving a home staging consultation from Home Star Staging. 
A good idea came to mind today as I was roaming my local Department of Real Estate's website. If you take a minute and think of what it is clients look for in an agent, what comes to mind? Let me tell you what I thought about. I was thinking that … (9 comments)
I KNOW I'm not the only one this is happening to. When I think of my Feng Shui Consultations and know I am meeting someone for the first time, I remember all the things I have to go over with them to give them the very best help. It shouldn't surprise … (26 comments)
Yesterday I listened to syndicated radio talk show host from Sacramento Tom Sullivan compliments of newstalk 1530. The more I listened the more I took offense to his over simplistic appraisal of the current market situation and what to do to "solve" it. 
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How many states do you fly through to get to Atlanta, GA from Boise, ID? We went across the county to the southeast corner of the United States. Wow! We flew through eleven states to get there from Boise. Wow! Then we discovered that the Atlanta Airport is one of the … (4 comments)
One of the considerations that I have been thinking about is the prospect of using other Realtors as my sales force. I have gone to a couple BNI meetings and was quite impressed with the ideas that were presented. Seeing that I do not directly have the same job description as … (0 comments)
Who would be the perfect Vice-Presidential Candidate for any of the people running to help us as Realtor's(R)? What type of back ground should this person have. What type of personality? Should this be a newer, younger person, or should this be an older seasoned senator/banker/lawyer/other?
Last week, in Part I of "It Pays To Be Choosy", we introduced the topic of choosing the right Realtor for the job. In addition to recommending you start your search in your very own neighborhood, we also put forth three basic guidelines you should keep in mind when interviewing agents. … (0 comments)
Happy Friday Everyone!
10 Positive Real Estate Markets ~ Great News for Greater New Orleans and Baton Rouge Homes for Sale
As realtors, we are always talking about what we can do to get the phone to ring. I'm a big believer in having a complete and comprehensive marketing plan for your business. I think most agents would agree with this statement (however, few actually follow through with it.) I wanted to … (2 comments)
There is an amazing amount of knowledge here at ActiveRain. What do you think about starting a running blog on what works and what does not when it come to FSBO's? There has got to be a million stories on the crazy things that unexpectedly happen right in the middle of … (6 comments)
Fun with Real Estate...
Should give you something to think about when you do your flyers and your MLS listings. Watch your words. There are enough articles out there on the internet that make fun and say what the words "really mean" Here are some examples:
OK...I AM AT MY WITS END HERE DEALING WITH COUNTRYWIDE SHORT SALE DIVISION. JUST WHEN YOU THINK YOU ARE MAKING PROGRESS.......... BAM...YOU GET NOWHERE. I KEEP HEARING THAT WE CANNOT GET THRU TO THE NEGOTIATOR. WE WILL SEND HER AN EMAIL. I HAVE GOTTEN THIS RESPONSE NOW FOR OVER 2 WKS … (4 comments)
As I prepare to do a feature interview for The Commercial Appeal's (A main Memphis newspaper) business section on the Spanish services I offer, in the city, it occured to me that my fellow Realtors need these service more than anyone. Then, I realized that there was a disconnect between the non-Spanish community, their … (2 comments)
Bathroom Chat Part II
How many of you are Buyers Agents? Only Listers? Are you doing the same thing you did last year, and the year before, only with different clients? What do you find most enjoyable about being a realtor? What don't you like about the profession? If you could change roles who would you swap with? When … (1 comments)
Many people often switch the terms real estate agent and Realtor, even though there is a significant amount of different. There are certain rules and policies that Realtors uphold that real estate agents do not. All Realtors are real estate agents, but not all real estate agents are Realtors. Once a … (1 comments)
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WebTV Realtor Says Got Milk? "Got Internet and Website?"
Fitness is soooo important. You feel better when you are exercising, you look better and you have so much more energy. You also can get more things done during the day. I have been exercising now for 2 months Monday through Friday at about 6:30 am. Before that I was … (4 comments)
Ok here it is - if a realtor has a directional out and you don't like it or don't want it there or perhaps it's even against the rules .... why would a person then take the trouble to get out of his/her car and " STEAL" the directional. Yes I … (2 comments)
Lost Creek Ranch is a new Centex subdivision currently under development, located on Ralph Fair Road, about 2 miles north of I-10, 5 miles outside Loop 1604. This relaxing community offers residents the luxury of Hill Country living located close to the city of San Antonio.
1. A real estate transaction is complicated. In most cases, buying or selling a home requires disclosure forms, inspection reports, mortgage documents, insurance policies, deeds and multi-page government-mandated settlement statements. A knowledgeable guide through this complexity can help you avoid delays and costly mistakes.
Montana Department of Revenue Director, Dan Bucks has good news about Montana's economy and housing sector: Montana's strong economy has served as a buffer, helping Montana housing prices remain fairly strong against the rest of the country. "On the whole, Montana's economy, Bozeman's economy are strong, and that helps to weather … (0 comments)
To all the mothers - I hope all enjoyed a special Mother's Day!
Many people feel that this is the worst market in decades and that many Realtors are dropping like flies. How can I say that this is a good time to be in Real Estate? The answer to that is two-fold.
Isn't it amazing how we can join a great community like ActiveRain and meet such wonderful people? By meet, I don't mean the standard meeting face to face, shaking hands, or sitting down for lunch, I mean the reading of posts. I have learned so much about my fellow REALTORS … (7 comments)
So I've been considering different people and industries that would be helpful to network with for potential staging customers. Here's what I'm thinking:
This is a common complaint I hear from buyers and sellers. Real Estate Agents Stink! Though most are not quite as blunt, I can most certainly empathize with this view of our industry comrades.
Browsing through the CAR May 2008 magazine, the special tear out section for clients had an article on Credit Unions Fill Lending Void. Right, we never think of credit union for mortage loans.
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This could be the deal of the month! Three units Two 2 bed, 2 bath units, plus a 2 bed, 1bath separate building. The project is incomplete and will require new city permits and city inspections. The structures are essentially vanilla shells with no appliances or fixtures, but a good start … (0 comments)
This market has created self doubt in so many Realtor's. Realtor's are blaming the market, banks, interests rates, the election, even President Bush. Why would we as professionals want to place the blame anywhere but where it belongs, with us. Why do we think that what happens "out there" effects who … (10 comments)
Loan/Tax Fraud in Your Neighborhood- Owner Occupancy
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Beware of programs or people who claim they can make drastic improvements in a short period of time.
I have done a lot of research, and there are some things that can help.
First, did you … (0 comments)
According to the Greater Greenville Association of Realtors (GGAR) multiple listing service (MLS) there are currently 250 single family homes for sale in the Powdersville area. The Powdersville area in in Anderson County, South Carolina and is in the Anderson District 1 schools (Wren School District). From April 1, 2008 to April 30, 2008, 12 … (1 comments)
Elkhart County, Indiana, home to La Casa helps homeowners everyday, all year long, but one day a year they organize a day for REALTOR's to give back to the community. This is the first time I have volunteered to "Help A House" and I gotta say, it sure felt good. The … (0 comments)
Well we're almost halfway through the year and I'm still wondering, Where's the cheese? With the whole credit crisis and houses still sitting on the market for months on end I'd have to say it's time we all come together and help turn this disaster into something positive. You see what … (2 comments)
Mr. and Mrs. Client have signed the listing contract on the dotted line. Now comes the time when you need to market, market, market to get this property sold, put a check in your pocket, and wow your clients with a quick sale.
Which is right for me? Should I buy a new home or a re-sale home? This really depends on what's important to you. Here are some things to consider: Lifestyle - Do you like to tinker on your home? Do you love having projects to do? Paint? Fix things up? Or, would … (7 comments)
I love immigrants. You know why I love immigrants? I love immigrants because when they talk about America they get a certain gleam in their eyes. You can see the pride swell up in their chests. The Red, the White and Blue just shines like a spotlight. I love immigrants because … (85 comments)
Blitz Properties is a full service real estate company that specializing in new home construction. Our well known reputation with many new home builders in the DFW metroplex has helped us pass on incredible deals to home buyers in the most sought after locations.
Our team has already sold $12 million worth of Real Estate this year, and that puts us ahead of where we were last year!!!!! Currently, our team is outselling the agents in our market 10 to 1!!!!! Many are saying we're in a down market, and for us...this simply isn't true. When … (0 comments)
Jeanne Wolfe, Liz Wolfe, and Scott Wolfe continuously monitor South Tampa real estate statistics to keep our clients informed and ahead of Tampa real estate trends. Below you will find the current overall South Tampa Real Estate statistics for South Tampa single family homes. The following includes information for South Tampa, zip codes 33606,33629,33609,33611.
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Once a property is fully foreclosed by a bank or lender and listed for sale, it is commonly referred to as a REO (Real Estate Owned) listing. Most bank owned properties are listed with local real estate agents. Good buys are available. They require research, preparation, patience & persistence. Buying a … (2 comments)
Of late, my team's been researching several markets to learn who is taking listings and where. The findings have been interesting. The staggering blow for me is that typically, in any given market there are several agents sharing 1%-2% of the listings in a market. The markets are extremely fragmented and nobody is … (4 comments)
Looking for a home? 3 things that people naturally do that end up making you pay more money for your home!
With properties staying on the market longer and Sellers getting more and more anxious, REALTORS are trying everything to get activity on their listings and getting them as much exposure as possible. REALTOR OR BROKER OPEN HOUSES are held every week just about in our area and there seems to be … (7 comments)