service: The Eyes Have It - 05/16/08 12:29 AM
In the TV show Friends, massage therapist Phoebe is accused of flirting with one of her clients because she got a pedicure, new toenail polish and a toe ring. Obviously – as a massage client, looking down through the hole in the table, Phoebe’s feet are the only part of her … (0 comments)
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service: 10 Reasons Why Email Newsletter Marketing May Be Right for Your Business - 05/15/08 03:50 PM
Last weekend over Mother's Day I had a chance to see some causins I hadn't seen in years. Naturally, the topic of "what do you do" for a living came up. When I was in the spotlight, I explained I helped realtors, travel companies, yacht brokers, car dealers, restaurants and other … (2 comments)
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service: Still haven't sold your home? I have an idea to help you! (Genesee County, MI) - 05/14/08 12:51 PM
As most of you already know, and unfortunately are experiencing the real estate market has taken a turn for the worst and investors don't see it turning around anytime soon. Many home owners in the area are knocking off tens of thousands of dollars off their asking price, including cars (I … (6 comments)
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service: Douglasville Georgia Gem Sale Price $215,000 - 05/14/08 10:58 AM
3972 Monticello Street Douglasville, Ga. 30135
BETTER THAN NEW! BEAUTIFUL STACKED STONE ACCENTS MAJESTIC HOME APPEAL. OFFERING ENTERTAINING AREA ON MAIN LEVEL WHILE BEDROOMS ARE TUCKED AWAY UPSTAIRS. CLOSE ACCESS TO I-20, ARBOR PLACE MALL, STORES AND MORE! IN A SWIM/TENNIS COMMUNITY.
Looking to buy or sell real estate in … (3 comments)
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service: Lawn care and landscaping are more important then you think when selling a home - 05/11/08 10:17 AM
You might be wondering what is so important about the lawn and landscaping being properly cared for and maintained? Simple it is the first thing about a home a perspective buyer will see. It can make or break even getting someone to step foot inside the home let alone make a respectable … (4 comments)
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service: One of the properties I maintain (Kearsley Auto Brokers/ Kearsley Auto Center, Genesee County, MI) - 05/11/08 12:17 AM
Horton's Lawn Care L.L.C. is an insured, residential and commercial lawn care provider specializing in many lawn care services to assist you in the proper care, and maintenance of your lawn. You can have that beautiful, lush, green lawn you have always wanted with our lawn care services that include: aeration, detaching, lawn … (0 comments)
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service: One of the properties I maintain (Kearsley Auto Brokers/ Kearsley Auto Center, Genesee County, MI) - 05/11/08 12:14 AM
Horton's Lawn Care L.L.C. is an insured, residential and commercial lawn care provider specializing in many lawn care services to assist you in the proper care, and maintenance of your lawn. You can have that beautiful, lush, green lawn you have always wanted with our lawn care services that include: aeration, detaching, lawn … (0 comments)
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service: Excellent lawn care provider in Genesee County, MI - 05/10/08 10:53 PM
Horton's Lawn Care L.L.C. is an insured, residential and commercial lawn care provider specializing in many lawn care services to assist you in the proper care, and maintenance of your lawn. You can have that beautiful, lush, green lawn you have always wanted with our lawn care services that include: aeration, detaching, lawn rolling, … (0 comments)
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service: A Great Reminder - 05/05/08 09:05 PM
I thought this was a great reminder to all of us from one of the worlds most successful Realtors:
Personalized Service is Still King. That's Why People Buy People Before Products or Services.
No one can deny the positive impact the Information Age has had on real estate. A significant number of buyers … (0 comments)
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service: Faith and Taking a Stand - 05/04/08 03:49 PM
It was suggested that I post this to a new group and being new to the family, this is probably the group I have wished for. So here it goes to Christianity and Real Estate group
I really attempt to pay close attention when our Pastor teaches us a lesson God has … (7 comments)
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service: Horton's Lawn Care L.L.C. - 05/02/08 10:23 PM
Horton's Lawn Care L.L.C. is an insured, residential and commercial lawn care provider specializing in many lawn care services to assist you in the proper care, and maintenance of your lawn. You can have that beautiful, lush, green lawn you have always wanted with our lawn care services that include: aeration, detaching, lawn rolling, … (0 comments)
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service: Lawn maintenance tips for Spring - 05/02/08 10:21 PM
Many people often wonder why their neighbor has a stronger, healthier, and more beautiful lawn then their own. Chances are the neighbor cares for and maintains (or has a company that actually knows the keys to a great lawn) their lawn better than the person who's lawn might not be so nice and beautiful. … (0 comments)
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service: Are you properly watering your lawn? - 05/02/08 10:14 PM
Proper watering techniques guarantee the heath and beauty of your lawn and plants. It's important to water your plants deeply. The appearance of your plants reflects how much moisture they have. Yellow, drooping leaves indicate over-watering, while grayish leaves and wilting indicate under-watering. If you can leave a footprint on the … (2 comments)
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service: Cedar Rapids Real Estate is Alive and Well While Service is DOA! - 05/02/08 07:57 PM
Cedar Rapids real estate forecast has never been better. I've spoken with a few brokerages this past week, and they say the same thing. "Business is booming." In fact, some go as far to say that we are setting record months for sales.
Traditions Real Estate is no different in that with … (0 comments)
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service: Negotiation Skills and Integrity Make a Huge Difference in Real Estate! - 05/02/08 05:19 PM
Greg Stange has extensive education and experience in marketing and sales, research and development, operations and financial planning in Real Estate and Consumer Based Industries. Prior to his Real Estate career, Greg worked for over 8 years as an Area Director for a large Corporate Company, hiring, training, and developing a … (0 comments)
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service: Serve Somebody - 05/02/08 12:20 PM
The Joy of Service
This weekend's Big Sunday is a perfect example of what many are finding out: the greatest reward is helping others.
It sounds corny, or even old-fashioned. And trust me, many of my closest friends and family don't view me as a glass-is-half-full kind of guy. I'm a Skeptic at … (6 comments)
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service: Suffolk Virginia Update - 04/29/08 10:52 AM
Last night was a scary night for Suffolk residents as a tornado did alot of damage to many homes and buildings. 200 residents were said to be injured.
Growing up in Omaha, Nebraska I was used to tornado season but we all had basements and tornado sirens to warn us. I … (3 comments)
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service: Lawn Fertilization - 04/27/08 12:27 AM
When applying fertilizer you want to be very careful as it does contain some dangerous chemicals that can irritate and sometimes even burn your skin (I have heard of possible links to cancers and stuff too so yeah you want to be really careful). I always wear pants and closed … (2 comments)
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service: As a REALTOR Why Choose on Firm over Another? - 04/26/08 11:47 AM
I just read an interesting Featured Post. It was do customers do business with the individual agent or Company. Overwhelmingly REALTORS agreed that consumers have the relationship with the Agent not the company. The company plays a part in helping generate unsolicited incoming calls via its Brand and advertising.
Why do you … (13 comments)
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service: Richmond Virginia Real Estate - pledge of service! - 04/26/08 10:55 AM
My efforts on your behalf will be to obtain the maximum market value in the least possible time at a minimum of inconvenience to you. I am committed to the highest standards of professionalism, customer concern and service. I pledge to:
Prepare you and your property for the sale.
• Determine the most … (0 comments)
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service: Fatz Cafe in Winder, Georgia 30680 - 04/25/08 10:41 PM
Have you ever wanted to just get away for an evening. We did tonight and we decided to go back to one of our favorites. It is located east of Lawrenceville, Georgia about 10 miles in Winder, Georgia in the Walmart complex on Highway 29 about two miles west of Winder. … (1 comments)
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service: Exposure, Exposure, Exposure - 04/24/08 01:24 PM
In real estate, a popular refrain is "Location, Location, Location". When it comes to marketing, the refrain should be "Exposure, Exposure, Exposure".
What can you do after you have placed a For Sale sign, an MLS listing, and scheduled the property for an ad campaign in the local newspaper? In … (0 comments)
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service: Above and Beyond the Call of Duty service makes agents worth thier commission! - 04/23/08 06:27 PM
Last weekend I was showing homes to one of my clients when we came to a house on our list that was having an open house. The owners were at the house making some repairs. My client is from Kentucky and the owner of the home is also from Kentucky, so … (3 comments)
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service: Are you watering your lawn properly? - 04/23/08 01:09 AM
Proper watering techniques guarantee the heath and beauty of your lawn and plants. It's important to water your plants deeply. The appearance of your plants reflects how much moisture they have. Yellow, drooping leaves indicate over-watering, while grayish leaves and wilting indicate under-watering. If you can leave a footprint on the … (0 comments)
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service: Horton's Lawn Care L.L.C. - 04/23/08 12:20 AM
Horton's Lawn Care L.L.C. is an insured, residential and commercial lawn care provider specializing in many lawn care services to assist you in the proper care, and maintenance of your lawn. You can have that beautiful, lush, green lawn you have always wanted with our lawn care services that include: aeration, detaching, lawn rolling, … (0 comments)
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service: Spring lawn maintenance tips - 04/23/08 12:17 AM
Many people often wonder why their neighbor has a stronger, healthier, and more beautiful lawn then their own. Chances are the neighbor cares for and maintains (or has a company that actually knows the keys to a great lawn) their lawn better than the person who's lawn might not be so nice and beautiful. Well … (4 comments)
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service: The importance of lawn care and landscaping when selling a home - 04/23/08 12:15 AM
You might be wondering what is so important about the lawn and landscaping being properly cared for and maintained? Simple it is the first thing about a home a perspective buyer will see. It can make or break even getting someone to step foot inside the home let alone make a respectable … (2 comments)
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service: RE/MAX Suburban... Helping You Find Your Next Dream Home! - 04/22/08 01:29 PM
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service: Lawn fertilization tips - 04/20/08 11:26 PM
When applying fertilizer you want to be very careful as it does contain some dangerous chemicals that can irritate and sometimes even burn your skin (I have heard of possible links to cancers and stuff too so yeah you want to be really careful). I always wear pants and closed … (0 comments)
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service: Tolerance - 04/19/08 01:19 PM
The buzzword these days is tolerance. We should TOLERATE those that make choices we don't agree with. To a great extent, I'm all for it. BUT where I see tolerance run amok is when it crosses the boundaries of other people's lives.Look, I'm 40 years old. I KNOW things were different … (8 comments)
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service: Crazy Little Thing Called Real Estate - 04/18/08 11:49 PM
The soul of a writer lives within me. So far, it's not anything that will pay the bills but maybe someday it will be. So I write and I blog. Not often enough, but I blog.
The soul of a sales person also lives within me and she has actually done pretty … (20 comments)
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service: Choosing A Handyman - 04/18/08 09:23 AM
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service: Yes there is a proper way to water your lawn - 04/17/08 10:16 AM
Proper watering techniques guarantee the heath and beauty of your lawn and plants. It's important to water your plants deeply. The appearance of your plants reflects how much moisture they have. Yellow, drooping leaves indicate over-watering, while grayish leaves and wilting indicate under-watering. If you can leave a footprint on the … (10 comments)
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service: Want a beautiful lawn? Start with these Spring tips - 04/17/08 09:36 AM
Many people often wonder why their neighbor has a stronger, healthier, and more beautiful lawn then their own. Chances are the neighbor cares for and maintains (or has a company that actually knows the keys to a great lawn) their lawn better than the person who's lawn might not be so nice and beautiful. … (2 comments)
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service: The More I Want It - 04/15/08 02:49 PM
A great quote that I love very much is:
The more I want to get something done, the less I call it work.
By Richard Bach
I love real estate and I am very passionate about it. I am always trying to improve my business in every aspect. While devoting hours and hours … (2 comments)
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service: It’s your life…define your own success - 04/14/08 08:45 AM
I prefer smaller, character-rich homes to huge Mc Mansions any day. I don't like buffets. I order a "tall" not a "venti." And one good piece of rich dark chocolate is better than a whole milk chocolate candy bar in my book.
Americans in general have been conditioned that more is better. … (15 comments)
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service: WE ARE REAL ESTATE CONSULTANTS - 04/13/08 02:10 PM
I BELIEVE THAT I AM HERE TO ASSIST PEOPLE IN THEIR ACQUISITION OF REAL ESTATE. I AM NOT HERE TO BE A SALESPERSON, BUT AS A CONSULTANT. PEOPLE ARE VERY BUSY TODAY AND NEED SOMEONE TO ASSIST AND TO BE HONEST REGARDING THEIR REAL ESTATE NEEDS. THEY CAN'T BE PUSHED. CLIENTS … (1 comments)
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service: Are you watering your lawn correctly? - 04/12/08 02:08 PM
Proper watering techniques guarantee the heath and beauty of your lawn and plants. It's important to water your plants deeply. The appearance of your plants reflects how much moisture they have. Yellow, drooping leaves indicate over-watering, while grayish leaves and wilting indicate under-watering. If you can leave a footprint on the … (2 comments)
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service: Lawn Care & Landscaping are more important than you may think - 04/12/08 02:03 PM
You might be wondering what is so important about the lawn and landscaping being properly cared for and maintained? Simple it is the first thing about a home a perspective buyer will see. It can make or break even getting someone to step foot inside the home let alone make a respectable … (2 comments)
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service: A little something that helps!!! - 04/11/08 06:51 PM
Some of you may have seen this product advertised, some of you may already own one.
We own four, they are one of the best real estate products that we have ever bought.
The Showing Beacon.
What does it do?
It's a little box that sits in plain sight of the front door, with … (1 comments)
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service: Being a Great Real Estate Agent - 04/11/08 08:13 AM
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service: Are You A Mensch Realtor? - 04/09/08 08:10 PM
Are You a Mensch Realtor?
According to Leo Rosten, in his book "The Joys of Yiddish", a " Mensch" is someone you admire and want to emulate. Someone of noble character. Someone to 'look up to'...
Really, the key to being a Mensch is totally about 'character'....
It's also 'nothing less' then … (15 comments)
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service: Megaphone or Muffler? - 04/08/08 04:28 PM
After getting back from an amazing trip to South East Asia I took some artwork from Cambodia and Vietnam in to be framed at a local store.
I had been recommended to this particular store by not one but two of my friends and after seeing the work they … (1 comments)
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service: Something fun... - 04/08/08 01:06 PM
Once in a while we can all use a laugh- this was sent to me this morning and I couldn't help but get a smile on my face reading it! Hope your tuesday goes well and this gives you a laugh!
~Christina
One Sunday morning, the pastor noticed little Alex standing in the … (9 comments)
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service: Save a Sales Trip=Saved Gas=Money in your wallet. - 04/08/08 01:04 PM
CNN Money recently published an article about the price of gas. Today the price jumped to $3.50 a gallon in our home town. Unfortunately the word on the news is we will be heading well above the $4.00 a gallon mark, and some states will be much higher then that.
With … (15 comments)
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service: "Test Drive" Buyers - 04/07/08 09:52 PM
Recently I visited to local BMW dealership in our area in search for a new affordable but sleek looking vehicle. I was a little wary of going to BMW because I didn't want to step outside of my budget for the car. However, my husband, a BMW-aficionado, and certified BMW technician … (6 comments)
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service: Need your home "simply cleaned?" - 04/07/08 12:25 PM
Then contact me at Simplified Cleaning! I can get you in touch with some of the greatest cleaners in the Metro Atlanta area. Or if you need a gift certificate for your clients as a "listing incentive," I can help you out with that as well. Maybe you want to give … (0 comments)
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service: Pictures for Insurance or Event Pictures - 04/03/08 05:01 PM
Perhaps you have an event that you would like preserved. I offer a free service. If you have a family event, or community event that you would like preserved with digital pictures on a CD disk, I will be glad to do it for you at no charge. I will provide … (5 comments)
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service: If you're a visual person, this video how-to website is excellent! - 04/02/08 09:10 AM
I came across this website to learn a few magic tricks so I could teach my 6-year-old how to do them around friends. It's very cool, and I wanted to share it with you all.
Expert Village claims to be the world's largest how-to video site with more than 80,000 videos … (3 comments)
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service: Sold Market Data for North Seattle - 04/01/08 03:32 PM
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service: Zoning Information - 04/01/08 02:50 PM
I deal in a lot of rehab projects. With that comes a number of properties in diverse locations. As part of my service for my clients I have spent sometime at the department of Planning and Development researching a lot of different zoning and land use issues. Here are a few … (1 comments)
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service: Aloha says Aloha to Hawaii - 1,000s of passengers stranded. - 04/01/08 12:09 PM
Aloha airlines abruptly closed its doors yesterday - citing high fuel cost and fierce competition. They gave there employees and passengers a 24 hour notice of the impending doom. After over 60 years of Service - 24 hours notice, sure didn't seem like much. Both passengers and employees are in shock. … (3 comments)
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service: Top 5 Reasons to Keep Smiling...Realtors : ) - 03/31/08 09:42 PM
First and foremost I would like to acknowledge all of my fellow realtors out there. Day in and day out you do what is necessary to make strides towards the betterment of yourself, your families, your clients and your peers. You stay motivated (or at least you act like it) most the time … (7 comments)
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service: It's Not a Piece of **** on a Paper Plate....It's a PROSPECT!!!!!! - 03/29/08 12:07 PM
I just read a great post http://activerain.com/blogsview/444248/What-Kind-of-Agent by Jeremy Blanton of Myrtle Beach, SC, talking about the difference between REALTORS and LICENSEES. If you have time, you should make that your next stop on AR. His post reminded me of an incident that very clearly demonstrates the very difference that Jeremy is … (7 comments)
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service: FEED To DEATH - 03/28/08 03:29 PM
Is is possible to have a lien search done on a perspective property for under 5 dollars? I know title information is available at your county tax office. But here in the State of Washington the Court system regulates the lien searches. You have to pay them a member ship fee … (0 comments)
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service: Ever Considered an Email Newsletter? Get Started Now for $1. It'll Be the Best Money You've Ever Spent on Marketing ... - 03/27/08 01:14 PM
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service: Washington State foreclosure over view - 03/27/08 01:44 AM
Pre-foreclosure Period
For in-court foreclosure proceedings, once a lender files suit against a borrower, the minimum time to a court ruling is 30 days. This time is extended to 60 days for out-of-state borrowers, in order to provide ample time to respond. If the court rules in favor of the lender, … (2 comments)
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service: Where has the Money Gone? - 03/27/08 01:14 AM
I am sitting with a friend of mine after a Biznik.com event tonight and we are discussing getting our investors off the proverbial fence. We get into this mind binding discussion over economic behaviors, and the volatility's of stock trading. We keep coming back to the same cross roads. "If there … (0 comments)
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service: The Joys and Pains of Working From A Home Office - 03/27/08 12:36 AM
Working from a home office can bring both joy and pain. If one is not careful, it can bring a serious downside to one's business. Yes working from home provides some freedoms but when not managed properly these freedoms can be the death of any good business. Training your family members is … (8 comments)
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service: What is Premier Service? - 03/26/08 10:11 PM
I am interested to learn more about service in the real estate industry. In your own words explain what Premier Service means to you and your clients? Does having a testimonial letter in your listing presentation really mean anything to the client? For more information on Premier Service please visit http://www.gmacrealestate.com/.
Written … (3 comments)
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service: Premier Service - 03/26/08 07:29 PM
GMAC Real Estate Premier Service® How would your real estate experience improve if you had a skilled professional guiding and advising you every step of the way?
All too often, customer service programs are created in cushy conference rooms, far removed from the people for whom the programs are designed. … (0 comments)
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service: Chasing versus Serving - 03/26/08 06:12 PM
Chasing vs. Serving What looks to be the ‘easy path' is really the difficult path."Mike, that makes little sense, what are you talking about?"Watch humanity.Seriously, watch humanity, including what I call ‘ businessopportunity grasshoppers', people who jump from opportunity toopportunity every few months.Humanity seeks to make money. Have you ever met … (6 comments)
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service: Cool, FREE Audio Software - Audacity - 03/26/08 10:27 AM
If you're anything like me, you're finding yourself doing more marketing on the computer than you would ever have imagined. Whether this is good or bad, I'm not so sure. But, I have fun finding new tools. I came across this one and thought it may be useful for editing/adding sound … (3 comments)
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service: Facts Consumers Should Know Before Considering Credit Counseling or Debt Consolidation - 03/25/08 11:46 AM
There is one topic which every time I write about it seems to generate some hate mail while at the same time spawning a flurry of wonderful praise from consumers. Of course, the hate mail is always from a few people that happen to own these “certain types” of businesses I … (0 comments)
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service: Successful HVAC (Waste Oil Burner) Business for Sale...Owner Retiring - 03/24/08 09:08 PM
Fax Contact Information and Request for Confidentiality Agreement to Commercial Affiliates to 1-866-267-0649
Owner finally retiring to his Punta Gorda Florida home full time this fall. Includes approx. 500 Client Accounts in the Greater Chicago Area and Northern Indiana. Installs faxed to home office by Factory. All equipment included. $20,000 cash down. Owner will … (0 comments)
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service: Pre foreclosure opertunity - 03/24/08 05:13 PM
Real Estate Fans I have pre-foreclosure opportunities. In my research I have found leads on several pre-foreclosures in the in the Seattle metro area. Not only are they pre-foreclosure but they are positive yield opportunities. SO if you are sitting on the fence, GET OFF that Fence. Money is slipping through … (2 comments)
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service: Foreclosure Newsletter - 03/24/08 03:41 PM
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service: Dropping a Client - 03/24/08 02:20 PM
A time ago I had to send a letter to now a past client letting them go. I choose to operate in a niche market. In this market my investors compose themselves of all types of people with varying monetary use approaches. Meaning I have some client that will do … (0 comments)
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service: New Foreclosure Blog Group - 03/24/08 02:17 PM
I have created a new blog group called Seattle Foreclosure Specialist.
The blog URL is www.activerain.com/groups/seattleforeclosure
I want to have a local blog for professionals and clients to talk about their experiences in this local foreclosure market. There is a huge shift in the real estate market happening and you need to … (1 comments)
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service: Don't become one of these lawn care horror stories - 03/23/08 05:27 PM
I have already heard two lawn care horror stories this year. Both were highly preventable, with the use of an actual, insured, honest, and knowledgable lawn care professional instead of someone with a rake, and mower claiming to be a "professional". I have even seen people driving around with a … (4 comments)
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service: Discount Service - 03/21/08 03:28 PM
Yesterday I posted a blog about how I have my clients get bids on services from vendors.The reason I do this, is to keep my friends in the industry sharp on their job performance and to save my clients money with competitive rates. I got the comments in return referring to … (0 comments)
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service: Broker Litmus Test - 03/20/08 02:23 PM
Have you ever surveyed your Associates/Agents to ask them what they think your job is? If they say to provide copiers, conduct team meetings, compile office reports, have a closet full of flyers available for us, to manage the staff, etc you could be sending the wrong message.
Your Associates (agents) answer … (0 comments)
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service: Start your Email Newsletter (this April) for $1: First 10 Clients Only - 03/17/08 03:42 PM
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service: Business Network and Free Books on Sex Sells And Webcam Models - 03/15/08 07:44 PM
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service: GREAT Service VS LOWEST Price...The debate continues!!! - 03/14/08 02:16 PM
The consumer makes a decision on Great Service vs Lowest Price very day on everything from Food, Fast vs Filet or Healthy vs Belly, to Oil Change, Cheap & Quick vs High Quality, and normally the average consumer may not get exactly what they 'bargained' for...
Consider that your average Fast food … (4 comments)
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service: Seattle Rental, Residential Property Management Services, - 03/12/08 03:51 PM
RD House Real Estate & Property Management ,Essential skills, " Hands ON"Quality Management, REDEFINING Residntial Property Management Services,206-728-6063 www.rd-house.com RD House Real Estate & Property Management Essential skills,Management is effective communication call US; 5% 206-728-6063 www.rd-house.com Our essential skill in Rental, Residential management is communication. Whether through written materials, daily interaction with Tenants & Owners … (0 comments)
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service: "There's More Than 1 Way to Skin a Cat!" - 03/10/08 07:42 AM
A few years ago, I took my family down to Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park, in Pine Mountain, Georgia to camp. We do this regularly, as it sits outside of Callaway Gardens, where we like to go on day trips. My oldest daughter, who was 5 at the time, asked me … (33 comments)
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service: stuff is selling - 03/09/08 01:37 PM
we are experiencing an increase in activity! This is the first time in my 20 years I have experienced prices and interest rates falling at same time. In the LA suburb of Palmdale and Lancaster I have clients purchasing properties for approximatel 40-60% less than there selling prices at the market … (0 comments)
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service: My Webinars - You're Invited - 03/07/08 03:09 PM
Since quite a few of you have asked, I wanted to give you the links to register for my live webinars. They're totally free and I do them twice a week, with new topics. I hope you all can make it, and I will try to post a new invitation each … (2 comments)
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service: Have You Reminded Your Database About Daylight Savings Time? - 03/06/08 09:22 AM
This reminder was emailed to me by Gary Rossignol of Cincinnati, OH, who REALLY understands what follow-up is all about.
Check it out: http://www.realestateecards.com/forward/grossignol
Remember...don't take anything for granted. I have Daylight Savings Time marked on my calendar at home, on my calendar at work, on my pocket PC...and guess what? I … (4 comments)
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service: How To Attract Buyers - 03/05/08 03:40 PM
Do you need buyers? Do you want to have fun? I've got your solution here. A Tour of Homes.
Use an email campaign, direct mail or an ad in the newspaper to advertise a "Tour of Homes." What you will do is use your own Minivan/SUV, or rent a vehicle where … (1 comments)
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service: Do You Need Buyers? - 03/05/08 03:39 PM
Do you need buyers? Do you want to have fun? I've got your solution here. A Tour of Homes.
Use an email campaign, direct mail or an ad in the newspaper to advertise a "Tour of Homes." What you will do is use your own Minivan/SUV, or rent a vehicle where … (3 comments)
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service: How To Attract Buyers - 03/05/08 03:38 PM
Do you need buyers? Do you want to have fun? I've got your solution here. A Tour of Homes.
Use an email campaign, direct mail or an ad in the newspaper to advertise a "Tour of Homes." What you will do is use your own Minivan/SUV, or rent a vehicle where … (1 comments)
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service: Ten Reasons Why a Client Will Not Work with You - 03/05/08 02:21 AM
If you're in the commercial real estate field, at some point you've questioned why a client didn't choose you to handle their real estate transaction. Here are ten possible reasons.
1. As a broker, you did not help your client manage risk. Clients have risks; that is the downside to a decision … (3 comments)
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service: Top Salespeople Get Help - 02/29/08 03:39 AM
Seven years ago I hired a coach to improve the way I do business. It was one of the most important and successful moves I have made in more than 20 years in sales. The coach broke down some personal barriers that prevented me from looking beyond my production goals and … (3 comments)
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service: Senderra Commercial Funding - Outlined our programs - 02/28/08 12:29 PM
I have outlined our programs please note our recent changes... we will still entertain lower FICO...of 500Please pass on this recent update to all your team, due to the present market and approvals of loans.... we have noticed a trend in borrowers not making their initial mortgage payment on time, as … (0 comments)
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service: Consider the Source - 02/28/08 08:47 AM
Do you hate email drip campaigns? A lot of agents do, and in my opinion it's for the wrong reasons. In the court of opinion, I always go by the rule "Consider the Source."
If someone tells you email drip campaigns don't work, don't take it at face value. Consider the … (4 comments)
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service: Real Estate Agents: What happend to service after the sell? - 02/27/08 11:11 PM
Greetings to all, this blog is inspired by another written by Fran "The Title Man" Gaspari entitled Realtor Repair Kit...Duct Tape, WD-40 and "Contact Adhesive." In it he makes mention of another post, which states that 91% of Realtors contact neither buyers nor sellers of property after closing. In the words … (4 comments)
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service: The Meaning of Life - 02/26/08 11:00 AM
I've had quite a few of you ask me why I list "The Meaning of Life" at the top of the list of topics for each of my webinars, so I thought I'd give you the answer.
1. Yes, it's a cheap ploy to incite interest in my webinars...but, as with … (0 comments)
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service: Orchids and prospective clients are much the same. - 02/26/08 10:49 AM
I represent my sisters art work..............she paints Orchids in Oil. While trying to get my facts straight about orchids, I realized how similar they are: Growing and caring for an orchid is much like, growing your business and caring for your clients."Orchids are very easy to care for as long as … (0 comments)
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service: And YOU Are...? - 02/26/08 10:36 AM
How many times have you found yourself in a situation where someone remembers you...and you can't remember their name? Crazy as it seems, details like remembering names will truly help you stand out from your competition...and help THEM remember YOU.
I've always been a stickler for remembering names because mine … (12 comments)
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service: And YOU Are...? - 02/26/08 10:35 AM
How many times have you found yourself in a situation where someone remembers you...and you can't remember their name? Crazy as it seems, details like remembering names will truly help you stand out from your competition...and help THEM remember YOU.
I've always been a stickler for remembering names because mine is so … (0 comments)
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service: Is it SPOILING YOUR CLIENTS...or....GREAT SERVICE???.... - 02/25/08 10:01 PM
I don't know if I am spoiling my clients or just giving them great service. Many agents list homes and do their job well..but I find myself always doing more..doing too much...and I think at times I am putting more on my shoulders then I need to.When I go on a … (16 comments)
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service: Are you a sad clown? - 02/25/08 08:15 PM
...without someone to look at your listings,you are just a sad clown in the spotlight looking for someone to hand you a hanky.Face it.You have to ask hard questions about your marketing program:-who is doing this?-is it full service?-what are they doing for me?-is my branding-logo,colors, profile-right?-what are their web exports?-how … (2 comments)
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service: Business Card Power - 02/25/08 02:58 PM
Did you know just how powerful your business card is? Okay, I'm sure you know, but I would be willing to bet that you'll find some good ideas you didn't think of when you follow this link:
http://activerain.com/blogsview/390542/Everything-You-Need-To
Is your business card in Braille? Do you use it to promote your presence online? … (3 comments)
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service: Understanding Real Estate Trends - 02/25/08 09:00 AM
The events of the past 13 years have had a profound inpact on how we do business as real estate professionals. Namely, the advent of the internet is having more and more of an impact on real estate trends.
I found this graph below on one of my favorite real estate blogs … (5 comments)
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service: Market your Product or Service to over 100 Agents! - 02/23/08 10:36 PM
Although I am not an agent with Keller Williams I do work closely with other agents from other companies. Keller Williams in Bowie would like to know of anyone that may have a product or service such as Mortgage Lenders, Home Inspections,Avon, Pet Sitters etc. that you would like to market to over 100 agents … (0 comments)
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service: Succeed in Sales The Ritz-Carlton Way - 02/23/08 03:43 PM
RSVP to Lisa Brown at (248)273-0 or via email at Lisa_Brown@GMACM.com
www.WCRBirminghamBloomfield.com
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service: Referrals & How to Build Them - 02/22/08 09:03 AM
"One of the most inexpensive and effective forms of marketing yourself is networking. Many people realize this, but few do it well."
This is the opening line in an RISMedia article I read this morning (great piece by Kelle Sparta). I make no bones about the fact that I believe fear … (4 comments)
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service: Easy Birthday Reminders! - 02/22/08 08:43 AM
I just HAVE to share this with all of you! I received it in an email yesterday from Felicia Novak, an agent in Nevada.
You all know how important it is to find out important dates in the lives of all of the people in your database, and this is an easy … (4 comments)
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